Search Results
4113 results for “ear pH”
My hamster has large red skin patches and wet fur after fighting with another hamster
If hamsters fight and injure their skin, clean and disinfect the wounds to prevent infection and aid healing. Separate the hamsters, rinse with saline, and apply a hamster-specific skin spray.
My dog suddenly got excited, scratched the bed and sofa, and now trembles
Sudden abnormal excitement, scratching, trembling likely indicates acute encephalitis, nerve injury, or epilepsy. Consult a vet promptly; do not medicate blindly to avoid harm.
Why does a male hamster’s genital area have yellow stuff
Yellow material on a male hamster's genitals is usually scent-gland secretion to attract females, a normal phenomenon. If the gland is blocked, wipe the hard lump with a water-dampened cotton swab.
What causes a cat’s eye to bleed
A bleeding eye may be trauma from a collision or a fight, or diseases like keratitis and conjunctivitis with tearing and discharge. Seek a veterinary exam for symptomatic treatment.
My dog has exposed bone showing – what should I do?
Exposed bone is a serious wound; go to a vet promptly, as there may be a fracture. At home, rinse with saline, disinfect with iodine and give pet anti-inflammatories, but real treatment needs the vet to avoid disability or sepsis.
One of my cat’s eyes suddenly turned gray and cloudy; is it sick and how to treat it
A gray, cloudy eye may be keratitis or cataracts. Keratitis causes tearing, pain, and opacity; cataracts cause a white pupil and vision loss. A full veterinary eye exam is needed.
My three-month-old dog has soft stools, then suddenly worsened, vomited a worm, and now keeps vomiting and won’t move
Vomiting and diarrhea with worms indicates intestinal parasite infection causing acute gastroenteritis. Because the dog is vomiting severely, seek veterinary care for an antiemetic injection and fluids before oral medication.
It has already started discharging pus
A small inflamed hole on a cat's body is likely caused by a fungal infection or a bacterial infection after an injury. Clip the fur, squeeze out the pus, and flush with hydrogen peroxide to disinfect.
My rabbit’s nose area is wet, with matted, yellowish fur – what is it?
The blurry photo prevents diagnosis, but wet fur around the nose may mean a respiratory infection or rhinitis, common when weather changes cause colds. See a vet if other signs appear.
My kitten looks fine from afar but up close the eyes look bluish – is that normal?
The blurry photo makes it hard to judge, but watch for crusting, hair loss or dandruff that would suggest puppy ringworm. Boost immunity, keep the area dry and add pet vitamins; it should recover.