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Last night while clipping nails it resisted, so I only clipped one paw; this morning the other unclipped paw is swollen, but it walks fine and is in good spirits
Swollen paw may be: 1) trauma (fracture, sprain, dislocation, soft-tissue injury); 2) infection/inflammation (bacteria, skin inflammation) causing redness, pain, heat; 3) allergy (food, pollen, bee stings); 4) circulation issue or thrombosis from prolonged pressure. If minor, ice 15 min and rest; if not better in 3 days, see a vet.
Why does a dog shake its coat?
Dogs shake coat in many situations: when nervous or scared, to relieve tension; when cold, muscle contraction and shaking generates heat via circulation; when overtired, rest and replenish energy.
My 4-month-old Corgi ate half an ibuprofen capsule—will it be harmed?
Eating half an ibuprofen capsule usually harms a dog, as dogs lack the natural enzymes to metabolize such drugs. Even a small piece can cause severe gastric ulcers and even acute kidney failure leading to death.
My dog has a large lump protruding from its anus after giving birth, and I don’t know what to do
A large lump from the anus after birth is likely rectal prolapse, where the rectum protrudes, from diarrhea, muscle looseness, overstrain, or birth complications. It needs a vet's surgical repair. While waiting, keep the dog in a clean warm place to avoid infection and further injury, do not try to fix it yourself, and do not delay, since prolonged prolapse causes tissue death and harder recovery.
What are the benefits of sunshine for a Teddy?
Sunlight helps a Teddy by disinfecting, supplementing calcium, and aiding growth. Ultraviolet light kills some bacteria and benefits skin health, and can ease skin disease. Sun also improves circulation and metabolism, supporting growth and making the coat shinier.
What Medicine Should a Dog with a Weak Heart Take?
Dogs with heart disease can often improve with medications containing pimobendan, which improves circulation and eases heart strain, but only under a vet's guidance. Also manage diet to be light and balanced, low in fat and salt.
Why do hamsters need to grind their teeth?
Their teeth grow continuously; without grinding they get too long, causing discomfort, eating trouble, even face disease. Grinding also exercises jaw muscles and oral blood flow. Provide hay and chew tools.
What to Do When a Parrot Is Egg-Bound?
Egg-binding is not rare, even in previously healthy layers. Handle it promptly or the parrot may die. Our team shares solutions.
What to Do When Your Dog’s Coat Is Dry and Dull
A dry, dull, or matted coat is often tied to diet, lack of sunlight, parasites, grooming habits, and a dirty environment. Improving it comes down to a low-salt diet with protein and vitamins, moderate sun and exercise, monthly parasite control, season-appropriate bathing, and keeping the living space clean and dry.
Colorpoint Shorthair
The Colorpoint Shorthair was developed from the Siamese, with red or cream restricted to points (face, legs, ears, tail, and genitalia). Early crosses with domestic shorthairs, refined by concentrating Siamese genes with red, produced the final Colorpoint Shorthairs. Like many CFA breeds, it is a man-made breed. In the 1940s and 50s, breeders risked deciding the beautiful Siamese should come in more than traditional seal and the most common blue point.