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Red, Pus-Weeping Ears, a Red Bald Patch, and Red Bumps on the Body; Treatment Stopped Working
The ears show infection, and reduced response to medication suggests drug resistance. Stop the current drugs and have a vet run a sensitivity test to choose the right antibiotics.
How is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier at hunting?
The Staffy is a British bull-terrier once used in dog fighting. It is strong, brave, loyal, with good smell and sight to track and catch prey in brush and woods, so it hunts well. Modern Staffies are mostly pets, not hunters. For hunting, give professional training for safety.
I am buying a pet; is this a mixed breed, a Bichon, or a Teddy?
Bichons and small white Teddies look alike and are hard to tell apart. From the photo, the body looks more like a Bichon but the muzzle more like a Teddy, and mixed blood is possible. To confirm breed, check the parents and pedigree. Either way the looks are good; if the price is fair, health is fine, and vaccines are complete, it is worth considering.
No eating or drinking for two days, lower lip is ulcerated and red; what disease is this?
Ulcerated, red lower lips may be mouth ulcers or angular cheilitis, with redness, blisters, cracking, and ulcers. Feed soft food and avoid hard food that irritates. Rinse the mouth with mild salt water and give more water; supplement vitamins to aid recovery.
Do You Need a Vaccine After a Chinchilla Bite?
Chinchillas are plant-eating, cage-kept animals that do not carry rabies, so a bite that breaks the skin usually just needs washing, disinfecting, and letting it heal. A rabies shot is only worth considering if unvaccinated cats or dogs share the home.
Schnauzer
The Schnauzer, also called the Schnauzer, originated in 15th-century Germany; its name means 'mustache' in German and it is the only terrier without British blood. Energetic and lively, it comes in three sizes: Standard, Miniature and Giant.
Rough Collie
The Rough Collie, also called the Collie, originated in Britain and was made famous by Queen Victoria and the film 'Lassie'. Spiritual and understanding, it is a smart, gentle herding and companion dog known as a lifelong star companion.
Miniature Schnauzerterrier
The Miniature Schnauzer, also called the Mini Schnauzer, originated in Bavaria, Germany, from the Standard Schnauzer crossed with small European, Pomeranian and Scottish Terrier breeds. Recognized in 1899, it was used for ratting and is now a friendly, easy-care family companion.
Rottweiler
The Rottweiler, also called the Rottweil Metzgerhund, originated in Germany and is a large, multi-purpose working dog. Used as a military dog in World War I and later as a police dog, it is among the world's most popular guard and service breeds, and a loyal family protector when trained.
Labrador
The Labrador Retriever, also called the Lab, is a medium-large, friendly and highly intelligent breed trained as a guide and working dog. Along with the Husky and Golden Retriever it is among the three non-aggressive breeds, and comes in three standard colors: black, yellow and chocolate.