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Relative’s puppy was bitten by a big dog two days ago; has been holding its front leg bent since, low energy, leg has sensation, no nearby vet, unsure how to handle
After a dog bite, get an X-ray to check for bone injury. If unable to see a vet, keep it resting and clean any wounds; consider a makeshift splint if fracture is suspected.
My dog’s eye had an ulcer, healed for a few days, then suddenly turned blue; after eye drops it turned red. Is redness a sign of improvement?
Based on your description, the ulcer and blue discoloration may be from physical injury or cataracts. Do not medicate without a diagnosis; seek veterinary care.
My dog was caged while I was out; came home to find its nail bent – probably scraped in the crate
A bent nail may come from anxious scratching at the crate. Trim the outer nail with pet clippers avoiding the quick; if bleeding, use styptic powder then antibiotic ointment; keep the crate clean. If it keeps scratching, let it roam a room or add toys.
My dog was stolen by dog traffickers, came back skinny with a leg bone exposed; I’m far from the city, no car
If the leg is injured with exposed bone, take it to a vet for debridement and bandaging plus X-ray for fractures; fix externally or surgically as needed. Deep wounds usually need anesthesia to remove dead tissue and prevent infection while new skin grows.
My dog suddenly got excited, scratched the bed and sofa, and now trembles
Sudden abnormal excitement, scratching, trembling likely indicates acute encephalitis, nerve injury, or epilepsy. Consult a vet promptly; do not medicate blindly to avoid harm.
My dog barked once, then became listless and walked unsteadily but could still eat
Sudden listlessness and unsteady walking may be from a puncture or injury to the limbs. Check the paws and joints; if not serious, treat at home. Calcium deficiency is another possible cause.
My dog will not put one leg down – why?
A dog sparing one leg is usually injury or arthritis. Check the paw for wounds; clean minor punctures at home, but if touching the leg hurts, get an X-ray for sprain, bone or joint disease.
Why does my dog have a blister on its gum?
A gum blister may come from mouth ulcers, gingivitis, stomatitis or minor injury. Keep the diet soft and use a pet oral spray to reduce inflammation.
What causes redness and bloodshot eyes in dogs?
Bloodshot eyes can come from injury, foreign objects or eye disease such as conjunctivitis or keratitis. Remove visible debris and use pet anti-inflammatory drops; see a vet if severe.
My dog’s hind legs are weak and it is trembling.
Weak trembling hind legs may be severe calcium deficiency from a single diet, or osteoporosis/arthritis in seniors, or a single-leg injury. Check for wounds; see a vet if not simple.