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My Dog Has One Hard, Purple Swollen Breast — Are There Alternatives to Surgery?
The swollen, firm breast is best treated by surgery; without it the lump likely keeps growing. Progesterone and anti-inflammatories may help temporarily.
Kitten was fine when first brought home, but started vomiting the next day with clear fluid and white foam, refusing food, listless for three days, vomiting 2 to 3 times daily, sometimes yellow; never ate, threw up a few kibbles, ate some cat strips and hairball paste, water never cut off. Gave amoxicillin on day three, still vomiting, ate some chicken breast, vomited green fluid at night, then started having diarrhea.
Based on your description, vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, and diarrhea are most likely caused by enteritis or feline panleukopenia (distemper) virus infection. Because symptoms appeared shortly after bringing the kitten home, it may be a so-called week-old kitten from an unreliable source.
My 5-month-old female cat stopped eating (kibble, cans, dried shrimp, chicken breast) and now has diarrhea and vomits food, but is still energetic and grooming
Based on your description, the gradual loss of appetite followed by diarrhea and vomiting is mainly considered to be gastroenteritis, intestinal infection, or hairball syndrome. For gastroenteritis use anti-diarrhea meds, antibiotics, and probiotics.
What should I do if my cat won’t eat for 3 days after arriving home?
If no other symptoms, a new cat may refuse food due to adjusting to the new environment or picky eating; if it won't even eat cat treats, it may be sick. Many causes exist; observe closely. If it keeps refusing and seems lethargic, get a full check-up—newly bought cats may carry infectious disease or parasites. Start with probiotics, offer chicken breast; if it begins eating, provide fresh food. Refusing long-term leads to malnutrition and dehydration—see a vet.
Can I give my cat pork liver, chicken breast, chicken heart, and carrot as daily supplements?
Don't feed pork liver daily—it's a detox organ; excess toxins and vitamin A can cause poisoning. Limit to 1–2 times per week. Chicken heart is high in cholesterol, trim the fat. Cook all foods before feeding to avoid parasites and stomach upset.
My cat ate chicken breast at noon, had diarrhea in the afternoon, then vomited at night—what’s going on? (3 months old, one vaccine shot less than a week ago)
Vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy in cats can have many causes, often from bacterial, parasitic, or infectious gut infections, or from improper food transitions causing indigestion—such as suddenly feeding chicken breast, which the cat's gut cannot adapt to.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Mouth Sores and Won’t Eat
Mouth sores that stop a cat from eating are usually a sign of stomatitis, a painful inflammation of the gums and mouth that makes chewing unbearable. Soften the diet to liquids, treat the infection with a vet-recommended oral spray and metronidazole, and keep up daily dental care to prevent recurrence.
Cat Sinusitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Cat sinusitis is common, usually from bacteria, viruses, fungi, or irritants, causing sneezing, nasal discharge, congestion, breathing trouble, snoring, red watery eyes, poor appetite, and lethargy. Severe cases show blood-tinged, foul-smelling discharge and may lead to brain complications. Treatment depends on cause and severity: bacterial cases need antibiotics, viral cases antivirals, plus nasal flushing and a cleaner environment.
What Happens If a Cat Has a Miscarriage?
Signs of miscarriage include vaginal bleeding, passing tissue, mood changes, and loss of appetite. It can damage the reproductive tract and lead to infection or even life-threatening sepsis, so a vet visit is urgent. Keep the queen warm, clean, and calm while she recovers.
Common Postpartum Diseases in Mother Cats and Their Prevention
After giving birth, mother cats are prone to several conditions — pyometra, poor milk let-down, mastitis, and postpartum depression. Most stem from infection or hormonal changes in the 2–3 weeks after delivery. Good hygiene, balanced nutrition, and a calm environment are the cornerstones of prevention.