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I bathed it twice; now the skin is red, hair is falling out, and there’s some ulceration. Not sure if it’s from bathing without drying. I sprayed iodine and bought medicine but no improvement. No salty food given. What to do?
Poor drying after baths can cause bacterial, fungal, or mite skin disease; itching suggests allergic dermatitis. Always dry thoroughly, use an Elizabeth collar, and get a skin scrape at the vet.
Last night it started coughing, like wanting to vomit but couldn’t; this morning I gave half an amoxicillin and a cap of children’s cough syrup, then it got diarrhea.
Coughing with diarrhea may be upper respiratory infection, digestive issues, virus, or parasites. See a vet; don't keep dosing since symptoms didn't improve.
My Alaskan Malamute has red skin around the lips extending to the nose — is it demodex, inflammatory skin disease, or eczema?
Redness around an Alaskan Malamute's mouth can have several causes: 1) allergy or irritation; 2) eczema or dermatitis; 3) parasitic infection such as demodicosis or scabies.
Usually just kibble, no other food; since yesterday afternoon he vomits, locked in cage he kept crying, let out he still vomits, today still vomiting
White vomit can come from sudden food change, functional indigestion, parasites, or infection. Eating too fast or too much causes indigestion and vomiting. Recall recent eating; first fast and give pet anti-vomit meds and probiotics. If no relief, see a vet.
Woke up this morning and its eye won’t open; don’t know if it’s internal heat or what
From the photo, the dog seems to have an eye problem; take it to the vet for a targeted exam. Eye infection, conjunctivitis, keratitis, or viral disease can cause an eye that won't open and redness; blind medication can harm the eye. First put on an Elizabethan collar to stop scratching, then see the vet soon.
Can a puppy whose intestines were pushed out by a car be treated?
A car accident pushing the intestines out can still be treated, but it is hard and lengthy and needs immediate hospital exam and surgery. Exposed intestines mean serious internal injury; even after surgery, watch for other damage and post-op infection. If the dog passes the one-week critical period, the chance of recovery is good. Follow the vet's wound care until discharge.
What should I pay attention to when buying a Bichon Frise?
Buying a Bichon needs care. Choose a reputable source and check health and pedigree certificates. Observe the dog's health — skin, coat, eyes, ears, nose, teeth; a healthy one is lively with glossy coat, no dander or odor. Check for genetic disease risk, and interact to confirm temperament fits you.
What can a Labrador eat to reduce internal heat?
When a Labrador has internal heat, adjust the diet first and avoid high-calorie food. Give more water and cooling fruits like watermelon and pear in moderation to avoid diarrhea. Pet heat-clearing medication can help; if severe, see a vet.
Doberman vomiting and diarrhea with low energy, no blood in stool; won’t eat and vomits when force-fed
Canine parvovirus is an acute, severe infectious disease second only to distemper in danger, and there is no specific cure. Home treatment is not advised as it may miss the best treatment window. Early fasting and withholding water are recommended, and oral medication should be avoided.
What happens if a Poodle only gets one vaccine shot?
One shot may not produce enough antibodies, so the Poodle can still catch distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis, or rabies - any of which can be fatal. Puppies need the first shot at 6-8 weeks, then every 21 days for 3 shots, plus an annual booster.