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My dog’s hind legs suddenly went limp, with no sensation when touched, and it lost bladder and bowel control; now it drags itself when walking. I can’t get home right now, please help!
Hind-leg paralysis with incontinence may stem from spinal or intracranial problems, needing CT or MRI and neurological exams. If a vet visit isn't immediately possible, give pet broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory and nerve-support medication temporarily.
Why does my cat keep squatting like a brooding hen?
Not always illness; analyze with eating, energy, temperature, breathing, pain. FIP causes it with fever, fluid, no appetite; pancreatitis causes abdominal pain; acute gastroenteritis; kidney/stone/blockage also. See a vet if energy/appetite are off.
My cat sat in the litter box but produced no urine or stool, and keeps licking its private area — could this be urinary blockage?
Frequent trips to the litter box with little or no output, genital licking, blood in urine, dripping, or crying can signal a urinary blockage. Because owners often cannot feel the swollen bladder at home, a vet exam and ultrasound are the reliable way to confirm.
My Golden Retriever suddenly can’t stand on its hind legs. I sit it up but it can’t stay; front legs paddle for balance, then it falls at 90°. It’s alert, wants to get up, squeaks, still eats/drinks (with help), and can’t control bladder/bowels.
Sudden hind-leg paralysis may be from spinal injury/fracture, dislocation pressing nerves, spinal degeneration, hip dislocation, hind-leg fracture, or brain issues. Goldens are prone to hip dysplasia, which also causes limb weakness. See a vet promptly for diagnosis and treatment.
My cat suddenly can’t urinate – straining with little output for over half a day – what should I do?
Frequent, unproductive straining indicates urinary blockage, an emergency that can burst the bladder or cause kidney failure. Seek immediate veterinary catheterization.
My cat eats and drinks normally but the urine looks like this—seems like blood in urine.
Normal appetite with bloody urine points to a urinary issue, likely cystitis; for females check stones. Take the cat to a vet promptly.
What happens when a cat is pregnant?
Pregnant cats show increased appetite, weight gain, darkened nipples, and swelling; the belly grows and uterine pressure causes frequent urination. One to two days before birth they may eat less, become anxious, nest, and have a lower temperature with more vulvar discharge. Provide a quiet, nutritious, safe environment.
Why do cats get urinary tract infections?
Causes include frequently holding urine and a dirty litter box. Holding urine lets bacteria grow in the bladder and urethra. An uncleaned box harbors germs the cat picks up. Dusty litter can also contribute. Clean the box regularly and use good-quality litter to lower the risk.
Frequent small urination since yesterday; after medication, passed two large amounts this morning but with a pink tint
Frequent, scanty urination followed by blood in the urine suggests a urinary disease — bladder stones, urethral stones, infection, idiopathic cystitis, or tumors. Stress, low water intake, or heat can also cause it. Have a vet examine the cat to confirm the cause.
Not sure what happened, my cat just threw up. I only fed it cat food and water, nothing else.
Vomiting yellow-green fluid can be caused by many issues—indigestion, gastritis, gastric ulcer, pancreatitis, liver or gallbladder disease, or infection with feline distemper or coronavirus. Withhold food temporarily and offer a little warm water to prevent dehydration. If vomiting stops, probiotics and pet antibiotics may help; if it continues, see a vet.