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Do Rabbits Get Fleas?
Rabbits rarely get fleas on their own thanks to constant self-grooming, but dirty surroundings or contact with infested cats or dogs can infect them; treat bites with clipped fur, medicine, and an Elizabethan collar, and disinfect the cage. They can also get mites—treat with a medicated bath. This article explains both.
My Corgi is almost four months old but only weighs 4.8 pounds; is that normal?
A four-month Corgi at 4.8 pounds is on the thin side, possibly from mixed breeding with a smaller dog or from health issues like malnutrition, parasites, or endocrine disease. Try regular deworming and extra protein, vitamins, and fat. If weight does not increase, see a vet.
How can I fatten up a thin Papillon mix?
A thin Papillon mix may have parasites, poor nutrition, weak digestion, or illness. Feed rich, balanced food in small frequent meals and encourage play for digestion. A vet check rules out parasites, gut, or endocrine issues.
Energy and appetite are both fine, just diarrhea.
Diarrhea with normal energy and appetite is often dietary; hard-to-digest food, fast eating, or sudden food change. A short fast and pet probiotics help; internal parasites can also cause it with weight loss. Deworm if parasites are suspected.
What happens if I feed my Golden Retriever meat?
Golden Retrievers can eat meat for protein, minerals, and fat, but avoid excess (indigestion, obesity), always cook it (raw meat carries parasites and bacteria), and balance it with kibble, vegetables, and fruit to prevent picky eating.
What causes black spots on my Chihuahua’s belly?
Black spots on a Chihuahua's belly may be normal melanin deposits or signs of parasites, fungus, or other disease. If accompanied by hair loss, itch, or redness, it is likely a skin condition needing veterinary diagnosis; alone, it is probably harmless pigmentation.
Why is my puppy’s stool like this—is it serious?
Yellow, undigested, loose stool usually comes from hard-to-digest food or a weak gut—high-carb or spoiled items like spoiled goat milk, beans, corn, rice, or bread. Sudden changes in environment, food, vaccination, or deworming can also trigger it; fast the dog and offer probiotics, and see a vet if it looks unwell.
My Bichon started having bloody, jelly-like stool but still has great appetite and energy—what should I do?
Bloody, jelly-like stool may be acute gastroenteritis, parasites, or viral infection. Normal spirits suggest early stage—see a vet promptly. Gastroenteritis needs anti-inflammatory and probiotics; parasites (often coccidia) need sulfa drugs; viruses (parvo/corona) need antivirals like interferon and serum.
Why does my German Shepherd often have diarrhea?
A German Shepherd's frequent diarrhea can be caused by many factors. First, improper diet is a common cause - the dog may have eaten unsuitable or contaminated food. Second, problems with the digestive system can also lead to diarrhea. In addition, internal parasite infection can cause frequent loose stools, and allergies, intestinal infections, stress, and anxiety can also trigger diarrhea. If the diarrhea persists or other uncomfortable symptoms appear, take the dog to a vet. To prevent diarrhea, keep the diet appropriate, maintain a clean environment, and deworm regularly.
My two-and-a-half-month-old puppy vomits and has seizures after coming home—what’s wrong?
Vomiting, lethargy and poor condition have many causes. Without vomiting and seizures it might be stress from a new environment or transport, which usually improves in days. But a newly bought pet risks infectious disease and parasites, so with persistent vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and appetite loss, see a vet for parvovirus, distemper, coronavirus and parasite screening. Repeated seizures also warrant checking for epilepsy or distemper nerve involvement.