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My dog has a small lump under its ear. What should I do?
The photo suggests a sebaceous adenoma, a benign hard wart-like growth. If no discomfort, no treatment is needed; if symptoms appear, use medicine or surgery.
How good is Gudeng cat goat milk formula?
Gudeng cat goat milk formula uses whole goat milk powder, whey, and egg yolk with taurine and lysine; the formula is fine though protein is a modest 22%. It mixes easily and is well reviewed.
How Good Is EverClean (Blue Diamond) Cat Litter?
EverClean, a Clorox brand, is top-tier mineral litter with fast clumping, tight clumps and strong deodorizing. Fine, dry grains feel good and do not stick much, but it can stick to the bottom if too thin, so use thick or mix.
Cat Has an External Wound, Won’t Eat or Drink, Low Spirits
After a bite with a hard lump and poor appetite, clean the wound with mild soapy water and use ice or a warm compress for the swelling, comforting the cat. If it doesn't improve, see a vet.
My British Shorthair blue cat has a growth on its abdomen
From the photo, the abdominal lump's nature is unclear; consider skin disease, parasite infection, injury infection, or other disease. Treatments differ by cause, so see a vet for a detailed exam.
How can I make sure a cat is healthy when buying one?
Check a cat's health by: no abnormal eye, nose, or ear discharge or ear odor; no hair loss, lumps, red skin, or excess dander, with a glossy coat; formed stool without blood or worms and a clean anus; and a lively, alert temperament.
What causes a hard lump on a dog’s neck?
A hard lump on a dog's neck can be caused by various issues, including poor drug absorption after injection, swollen lymph nodes, sarcoidosis, gland swelling, and thyroid disease. If the dog was recently injected, consider whether poor absorption of the medication caused the lump; such injection-site bumps usually disappear on their own after a few days. If this is ruled out, the lump is likely disease-related — for example, swollen lymph nodes cause a neck lump and require prompt veterinary examination to determine the cause and provide targeted treatment.
Why does my hamster have a lump under its chin?
A chin lump may come from infection, fungus, or a tumor. An abscess needs oral antibiotics and draining, while a tumor usually requires surgery. Have the hamster examined by a vet to find the cause.
Hello doctor, my two-month-old domestic kitten suddenly got a small hard lump on its forehead, under the skin, moving with the skin when pushed.
The lump may be skin inflammation or a sebaceous cyst. Use pet antibacterial topical for inflammation; otherwise see a vet to check for a cyst needing surgical removal.
Not sure if it’s ringworm; some areas around the nose have no fur and feel like hard lumps
Ringworm causes hair loss, scabs, dandruff, and itching, with bald spots spreading in round or irregular shapes. A Wood's lamp test shows green fluorescence; once confirmed, isolate the cat and follow veterinary treatment.