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How long does it take for a dog bitten by fleas to recover?
A flea bite itches; wash with soapy water or disinfect with iodine to relieve it, and the itch eases fast. The key is removing fleas with dog-specific external medication and disinfecting the environment. Fleas breed in heat and humidity, so avoid parasite-heavy areas and deworm regularly.
I gave my dog external deworming today but not internal, and it got its first vaccine the same day; will there be a problem?
If the dog is healthy and parasite-free on exam, vaccinating without internal deworming is generally fine. The normal order is internal deworming a week before vaccine, since parasites cause gut reactions that reduce efficacy. External drop deworming with a reliable brand can coincide with vaccines with little effect.
How long does it take to cure dog scabies (mange)?
Dog scabies generally needs 1 to 2 months to cure. It causes hair loss, rash, dermatitis, and itching, with a foul odor when severe. Long-term subcutaneous avermectin is needed; isolate the dog and disinfect its environment. Monthly external prevention helps.
How long before mating should a dog be dewormed?
Deworming during pregnancy is not advised; deworm about a week before mating to prevent parasites. If worms are passed after deworming, delay mating until fully cleared, as eggs may remain.
How long does it take for a dog bitten by a tick to recover?
With active treatment, a tick bite wound can recover in about a week. Tick bites do not heal on their own, so remove the tick and treat the wound promptly to avoid anemia or death. Regular use of a dog-specific parasite preventative is advised.
How soon after mating can a dog be dewormed?
Deworm a dog about two weeks before mating, not after. During pregnancy avoid deworming unless a vet prescribes a gentle product.
My dog will not eat kibble, only meat, is lethargic and has vomited many times. What medicine and what do I do?
Vomiting with lethargy can be overeating, blockage, parasites or parvo. Do not blind-medicate; try vet symptomatic care and see a vet if no improvement.
My dog keeps licking one spot until it is red and swollen and worsening. What do I do?
Constant licking suggests parasite or fungal/bacterial skin disease. Collar it, disinfect, spray antimicrobial, and deworm; see a vet if it persists.
My dog has serious crusting on its nose and body. What is wrong?
Crusting on the nose and around eyes suggests mange mites, maybe with bacterial pyoderma. Get a skin scrape and treat; keep the area dry.
My dog vomits, has diarrhea and weak hind legs, and urinated today. What is wrong?
Vomiting and diarrhea with weak hind legs is serious, likely dehydration. Get to a vet for fluids and tests; causes range from gastritis to parvovirus.