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A two-month-old kitten was given yogurt yesterday, then today refuses kibble, foams at the mouth and has bad breath.
Yogurt is generally not recommended for cats and easily irritates a weak kitten's gut; too much cold yogurt can cause enteritis. The bad breath may also be from teething or stomatitis.
Just redness and bad breath.
Red, swollen gums and bad breath in a cat are usually gingivitis or tartar from a lack of regular brushing. If redness is accompanied by drooling and reduced appetite, it may be stomatitis needing a calicivirus check and anti-inflammatory treatment at the hospital.
How Good Is a Small Hunting Terrier at Hunting?
Small hunting terriers are excellent; using keen smell and small size they dart through brush to catch rabbits, rats, pheasants and badgers, even digging prey out. Smart, they use hit-and-run to hold prey for the hunter.
How to prevent babesiosis in dogs?
Babesiosis is caused by Babesia via tick bites, so prevent with regular external deworming using fipronil or selamectin monthly. Avoid grassy and brushy areas; treat ticks with medicated bath if present. If fever, anorexia, lethargy, hemoglobinuria, or jaundice appear, see a vet.
How is the white-gloved Ragdoll?
The white-gloved Ragdoll is popular and pretty, with white paws, chin and chest and dark points elsewhere. It is gentle, social and not a heavy shedder.
Tips for First-Time Poodle (Teddy) Owners
The Poodle—known as the 'Teddy' in its popular clip—is lively, smart, and devoted, making it a great family pet, but new owners should know the basics. Start deworming at two months and vaccinate a week later; feed balanced, nutritious food since Teddies are picky with sensitive stomachs; and keep the environment clean with basic training, daily outings, and regular health checks.
What happens if a kitten’s nails are clipped?
Clipping a kitten's nails is harmless and prevents overgrowth into the paw; do it every three months past the quick. Reward after and avoid doing it with baths.
How to make a kitten’s coat color look better?
Coat color is mostly genetic and cannot be changed, but you can make the fur fluffier and shinier. Feed balanced food with lecithin, fish oil, and vitamins. Brush often for metabolism and fluff. Regular sunlight sterilizes and keeps coat dry and fluffy.
How to make a kitten’s coat thicker?
Thin coat may signal poor nutrition and lack of vitamins or minerals. Feed egg yolk, fish oil, vitamins, and salmon to reduce shedding and boost growth, plus skin immunity. Brush often for metabolism. Avoid human shampoo; deworm regularly to prevent abnormal shedding.
How to raise a Golden Retriever?
Before the Golden puppy finishes its vaccines, avoid taking it out to prevent infection. If healthy, start vaccines at 2 months: three shots 21 days apart. As a large breed, it needs suitable food for bones. Its long coat needs frequent brushing to avoid mats and improve skin. Droopy ears easily get infections, so check them regularly and clean with ear solution if abnormal.