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Gastroenteritis in Dogs and Cats: Types, Symptoms & Medication
Gastroenteritis in dogs and cats spans gastritis (acute/chronic) and enteritis (viral, bacterial, parasitic). This guide covers causes, symptoms, and the medication approach—anti-inflammatories, anti-vomiting, anti-diarrhea, dewormers, probiotics—plus prevention.
Fever in Dogs and Cats: Causes, Detection and How to Reduce It
Fever in dogs and cats can stem from infections or non-infectious issues like heatstroke and post-vaccine reactions. Learn how to take your pet's temperature, recognize fever signs, and safely reduce fever with cooling and vet-approved medication.
What to Do When a Dog With Gastroenteritis Won’t Eat
Diarrhea and vomiting in dogs usually point to a gut problem tied to food irritation or infection. Gastroenteritis brings diarrhea, vomiting, and low appetite; severe cases need the vet. Don't force-feed — offer bland rice-and-kibble porridge once appetite returns, and seek care early.
Chronic Gastroenteritis in Dogs: Symptoms and Treatment
A dog's digestive tract is delicate, so chronic gastroenteritis is common. Early signs are repeated vomiting (often foam, not food) and fading energy; left untreated it progresses to dehydration, rising fever, and can be fatal. Treatment uses antibiotics and an intestinal prescription diet, with diet and environment management when the cause is unclear.
Symptoms and Treatment of Common Viral Infectious Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Viruses need host cells to multiply, then spread via blood and lymph causing infection. Here are common viral diseases in dogs and cats.
Can Dogs Take Motion Sickness Medicine? Does It Work?
Many dogs get severely carsick on their first ride, with symptoms much like ours — vomiting and drooling, and in severe cases even loss of bowel or bladder control. Can you give your dog motion sickness medicine to prevent it? Here is what you need to know.
What You Should Know About Dog Vaccines
Most owners know dogs need vaccines, but details are fuzzy. This article covers what to know.
Why Does My Dog’s Urine Smell Bad?
A sudden strong, foul urine odor in a dog that normally smells mild usually points to dehydration, a urinary tract problem, a rich or salty diet, or a heat cycle. Increasing water, controlling diet, and timely neutering resolve most cases, while pain or frequent urination needs a vet.
What Are the Signs of Dog Kidney Failure, and How Is It Treated?
Early signs are dehydration, diarrhea, odd urine, thirst, drowsiness, vomiting, and weight loss; long-term brings bleeding, high blood pressure, blindness, lung fluid, and seizures. Treat by cause with fluids, blood-pressure drugs, diet, and anemia care; avoid high-phosphorus food.
Are Female Dogs More Likely to Get Diabetes Than Males?
Diabetes means insulin lack or resistance, causing carb intolerance and odd fat/protein metabolism. Adults are at risk, females a bit more. Signs are thirst, urination, hunger, and weight loss; treat with insulin, high-fiber diet, and exercise.