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I have a Samoyed puppy (two months and eight days) with repeated dry heaving and clear runny nose. The vet tested negative for distemper and parvovirus, blood test showed high white cells and anemia, and gave three shots (anti-inflammatory, stomach, cold), then three more at night. Today it first passed bloody stool at home, the bloody part mucus-like. Normally energy is good and appetite normal.
Kennel cough starts abruptly with cough, runny nose, sneeze, and eye/nose discharge, progressing from dry to wet cough; common in 2-3 month pups. Your dog does not match it; follow the vet for further diagnosis and treatment.
Why Does My Belgian Malinois Need Vaccinations?
A dog that is not vaccinated cannot build antibodies against specific pathogens and is easily infected with a higher chance of severe illness. Canine vaccines prevent distemper, parvovirus, and infectious hepatitis, which are highly contagious and often fatal. If the dog is over two months old, take it for vaccination promptly.
What are the early signs of parvovirus in a Golden Retriever puppy?
Early parvovirus signs in Golden Retrievers: lethargy, reduced appetite, indigestion, lying down, regurgitating undigested food, then yellow-green fluid and white foam. Two types: myocarditis (rare, sudden death) and enteritis (vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, fever). Seek vet care if seen.
What are the symptoms of canine parainfluenza?
Typical: fever, cough, runny nose, sneezing, lethargy, anorexia. Airborne, contagious; isolate and see a vet. Mainly infects puppies, acute/severe/fast-spreading; get pups to a vet fast.
After shaving last night I found many small gray-brown spots on the skin (over ten), on the back and waist, like scabs stuck on but not crusted, with two slightly red areas. Itchy, with scratching, for four or five days.
From the photo and description, many gray-brown scales and spots likely indicate a mixed fungal and bacterial skin infection. Inflammatory stages show red bumps; healing leaves gray-brown patches like acne marks. A skin exam is advised; keep the coat dry.
My pet lost a patch of fur on its tail with white dandruff, and is passing worms
Tail hair loss with dandruff is usually a skin disease, and worms from the anus are usually intestinal parasites. Take the dog to the vet for a skin scraping to identify the skin disease and a fecal test for the parasite, then use the right topical medicine and an internal dewormer, and deworm monthly to avoid reinfection.
Where can I buy fipronil; is it available at regular human pharmacies?
Fipronil is not sold in regular human pharmacies; it is usually available at veterinary clinics and online pet pharmacies. It is a broad-spectrum insecticide for fleas, ticks, and other external parasites on dogs and cats; if ingested it is toxic to people and animals, so it is sold only as a topical drop and must never be taken by mouth. Common fipronil-based external parasite products include spot-on drops and sprays.
Can Cat Ear Mites Spread to Other Cats?
Yes—ear mites are highly contagious between cats (and dogs) through direct contact, and kittens are most at risk. Signs are itching, a foul odor, and dark ear discharge. Prevent with regular deworming, ear cleaning, good nutrition, and a clean environment.
Why Doesn’t My Cat Like Being Kissed?
Most cats seek closeness with their owners yet resist being kissed, and that refusal is not a sign they dislike or distrust you. Cats simply lack the human custom of kissing—to them a face looming close can feel threatening—so the reaction is normal and varies by individual temperament. Let your cat adjust to affection gradually and never force kisses.
Korat
The Korat cat, also called the Korat or Si-Sawat, originates from the Khorat Plateau in northwest Thailand and is an ancient breed. Introduced to the US in 1959 and recognized by American cat lovers in 1965, and by Britain 10 years later. Its coat, like the Russian Blue and Chartreux, is solid blue with no shading or pattern, with a silvery sheen, and it has a unique heart-shaped face.