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How do I train a slender hound to catch pheasants?
Training a slender hound to catch pheasants needs skill. Confine pheasants and dog together so the dog learns the prey's scent, sound, looks, and habits; teach basic obedience first; use a training lead for chase drills to build speed and stamina; on a successful catch, command it to hold.
Can you help identify what causes my cat’s tear stains? They return after wiping; can’t tell if blood or inflammation; struggles when wiping.
Many causes; find the cause of frequent tearing first. Common: 1) unbalanced diet (too oily/salty/fatty) → low-salt hypoallergenic prescription food, more water, vitamins. 2) blocked nasolacrimal duct → hospital test, surgery to open (recurs). 3) viral disease (calicivirus, herpes) or chlamydia/mycoplasma/Bordetella → respiratory panel + treatment. 4) foreign irritation (dust, ingrown lashes) → eye specialist.
My red-eared slider has a large lump between its neck and leg—looks like a tumor. What should I do?
A turtle tumor usually needs surgical removal at an exotic-animal hospital, else growth hinders movement. But the lump may be scabies disease, not a tumor: early stage shows a localized pus sac under skin hardening into a lump; piercing it releases white curd-like or yellow contents. If so, isolate, squeeze out contents, disinfect with iodine, apply erythromycin/chloramphenicol eye ointment; if cavity large, pack with ointment and medicate daily. Dry-dock until healed; mind water quality.
My 3.5-year-old Pug had a seizure lasting over 35 minutes, rolling on the ground, foaming, dilated pupils—occurred 4 times this year, each about an hour, with smelly anal glands. What’s wrong?
Symptoms (twitching, foaming, dilated pupils, 4 times this year) match epilepsy. Epilepsy is usually incurable, hard to find cause; causes include brain infection, injury, tumor, metabolic issues, poisoning, structural abnormality; drugs/chemicals/environment may trigger. Confirm via vet; lifelong medication (phenobarbital, potassium bromide, diazepam) and check-ups needed to control seizures. Stopping treatment brings relapse; keep up meds and seek emergency care.
My rabbit’s ears are hot; I cooled them with water but they get hot again—why?
Based on your description, hot ears in a rabbit may indicate a fever. A pet rabbit's normal temperature is about 38–39.5°C. First measure with a thermometer; if accompanied by symptoms like nasal discharge or lethargy, the fever is likely from infection or contagious disease. If cooling doesn't help and fever recurs, see a vet.
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.
Two months ago my cat’s right eye suddenly wouldn’t open and it wouldn’t let me touch it. A vet said it was the cornea and gave two bottles of drops. I used them a long time with no effect, stopped for a while, and it seemed worse – the eye is now cloudy. Another vet also said just keep using drops, but a few more times brought no change. I miss its two bright eyes; now only one is fine, which is heartbreaking. (The right eye has watered a lot since kittenhood – tears when it eats.)
Feline keratitis causes increased discharge, corneal cloudiness, and eye swelling. Common causes include bacterial or viral infection, trauma, and entropion. If the cornea stays cloudy and shows no improvement after prolonged medication, suspect that the infection has worsened into a corneal ulcer or corneal sequestrum, meaning the current medication may be ineffective. It is best to seek a specialized veterinary eye hospital for systematic treatment.
A whitish membrane recently appeared over nearly half of my cat’s eye. I don’t know if it’s harmful to its health or future life.
From the photo, this is your cat's nictitating membrane, also called the third eyelid. Slight protrusion is normal - when the eyelid muscles are fatigued or the cat is deeply relaxed during sleep, the third eyelid can cover part of the eye, and if the cat is otherwise healthy this is not a pathological sign and will not harm its future wellbeing. However, if the exposed third eyelid is accompanied by squinting, an inability to open the eye, inflammation, or increased discharge, it may indicate third-eyelid hyperplasia or another disease that requires prompt anti-inflammatory treatment or a veterinary diagnosis.
When does the red-eared slider shed its skin?
Shedding during growth is normal for red-eared sliders, with no fixed schedule—it can happen at various times. The old skin peels off and new grows over days to weeks; after shedding the shell looks brighter and smoother. Appetite is lower during shedding, so reduce feeding a bit.
My three-month-old Alaskan puppy has a fever after two vaccine shots—thighs and ears feel hot but spirits are okay
Warm thighs and belly may be normal surface temperature or fever; a dog's surface feels warmer than a human's, normal 38-39.2°C, above 39.5°C means fever. Confirm with a thermometer, then cool with alcohol wipes on paws, armpits and groin or cool compresses; if no improvement see a vet for fever meds and testing. Never use human meds.