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My dog suddenly vomited about seven times in the middle of the night
Vomiting has many causes; since it eased, give water and watch — if it returns or other signs appear, see a vet.
My dog has red, pus-filled, bleeding, itchy skin around its eyes — what is it?
Pus and bleeding around a dog's eyes may be pyoderma from bacterial infection, or fungal or parasite infection. Take the dog to a vet for microscopy to identify the infection type and treat accordingly. Before applying medicine, clean the pus around the area, disinfect with diluted hydrogen peroxide or iodine, then apply the appropriate ointment or oral medication.
What Happens If a Dog Eats Fish Intestines?
A small amount of fish intestines is usually fine, but large or frequent feeding can cause digestive upset, vomiting, and diarrhea from bacteria and parasites, and cooked ones are still high in fat and may carry contaminants. Some dogs are allergic and show itchy skin or breathing trouble.
Why Do Dogs Get Tick Infestations?
Dogs that play in grass and dense trees are more likely to get ticks. Outdoor dogs need regular parasite control. A poor living space also raises risk. To remove a tick, numb it with alcohol, then pull it out once the mouthparts loosen, and apply external deworming.
What Causes Dog Ear Inflammation?
Ear inflammation can come from poor cleaning, allergies, parasite infection, or low immunity. Too-frequent or rough cleaning damages skin; allergies or ear mites cause inflammation; weak resistance raises risk.
What Test Checks a Dog for Mites?
To confirm mites, take the dog for a skin scraping at the vet; a microscope can show mites and eggs. If infected, apply external deworming. To lower risk, deworm regularly, and monthly if the dog goes out often.
What to Do When Dog or Cat Vaccination Fails
Measures to address vaccine failure in dogs and cats, covering nutrition, maternal antibodies, parasites, health status, medication, storage, and scheduling.
What to Do About Coccidia Infection in Dogs
Pet coccidia is a terrible parasite; worse is an owner who does not even know coccidia - is that you?
What to Do When Your Dog Is Losing Hair
Hair loss is the shedding of fur. In dogs it may be a follicle disease from self-trauma by scratching or chewing.
Is Diarrhea a Common Problem in Dogs?
Although most dog owners think they will not encounter these things, emergencies happen often. Many dog lovers guess the most common emergency is something life-threatening like a car hit, gunshot, bite, drowning, or other urgent problem. But these are not the top reasons dogs go to the ER. This article explains what to do when your dog has diarrhea.