Search Results
1559 results for “dog parasite”
What happens if you don’t deworm a dog?
Skipping deworming invites fleas, ticks, mites, and worms that steal nutrition (anemia, weight loss) and cause itching, hair loss, dermatitis, and gut issues. Deworm monthly (external) and every 2-3 months (internal).
Why does my dog pass black stool?
Black stool may be food, internal parasites (worms visible), or gut bleeding. Food-related resolves by stopping the food; worms need deworming; black tarry stool means GI bleeding needing a vet.
What happens if a dog has a persistent fever?
Persistent fever harms organs and can cause failure or neuritis. Causes include respiratory infection, bacterial enteritis, blood parasites, distemper, parvovirus, trauma, or organ injury. See a vet for blood/infection/ultrasound tests.
My dog keeps vomiting and throws up white fluid.
White foam can come from eating too fast, bad food, gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, poisoning, parasites, or infection. Fast 6 hours with probiotics; if it continues or other signs appear, see a vet.
What are the symptoms of subcutaneous edema in dogs?
Subcutaneous edema is fluid buildup under the skin forming a thick, elastic, painless lump. Common causes are trauma and allergy (food, drugs, parasites); thyroid or liver disease can also cause it.
Is it normal for a dog to have diarrhea at least once a day?
Normal stool is formed; daily diarrhea suggests digestion issues from poor diet or internal parasites. Check food quality, use high-quality kibble with meat and veggies, deworm regularly, and see a vet if it continues.
A few days ago my dog’s ear got inflamed; we applied medicine, and today its lower part is also inflamed.
Ear inflammation can be bacterial, fungal, or mite-related, each needing different treatment. Have a vet identify the cause; bacterial needs antibiotics, fungal needs antifungals, parasitic needs deworming.
My Dog Has a Bald Spot on Its Forehead with a Small Hole Containing Something — What’s Wrong?
The photo shows damaged follicles that may not regrow hair, possibly from past skin disease or parasites. Deworm if overdue.
Why Is My Dog Passing Blood in Its Stool?
Blood stool can mean distemper, parvovirus, parasites, or an injured gut. Unvaccinated dogs are at high risk; see a vet and vaccinate.
Why Does My Dog Have Cattle Ticks?
Cattle ticks are parasites that drink blood; dogs pick them up in grass, woods, or from wildlife. Deworm promptly if found.