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What happens if you do not get a shot after a cat bite?
Cats may carry rabies and other germs; an unvaccinated bitee risks rabies, nearly always fatal once symptomatic, plus wound infection or tetanus. Wash the wound thoroughly and see a doctor for vaccines.
A bald spot with a hole in the middle
The photo is blurry, but this may be from scratching or skin infection. Put on an Elizabethan collar and disinfect the area; if it spreads, see a vet.
Hair loss under the neck, a little near the hand
The photo is blurry and it cannot be determined whether this is from ringworm. A Wood's lamp can check for ringworm, but its accuracy is only about 70 percent.
What happens if a dog gets blepharitis?
Blepharitis signs: the dog scratches the eye from discomfort, risking injury, inflammation, and scabs; the eyelid and surrounding tissue redden and swell with pus, light sensitivity, tearing, and pain. Untreated it becomes chronic — eyelid erosion or ulcer, thickened and deformed lid margin, lost lashes, tearing. See a vet early to avoid worsening.
What happens when a Bichon Frise catches canine distemper?
In the early stage of distemper, a Bichon usually shows fever, increased eye and nasal discharge, coughing, reduced appetite, and lethargy. As the virus affects more organs, it may develop rapid breathing, worse coughing, diarrhea, vomiting, and bloody stool. In the late stage, distemper often attacks the nervous system, causing convulsions, ataxia (unsteady gait), and seizures, which can lead to coma and death without timely treatment.
Does dry heaving count as enteritis? Also, there are some fluffy bits of skin around the eyes – could it be a bit of white-eye disease?
Common signs of enteritis in turtles include lethargy, reduced appetite, unformed or abnormally colored droppings, and refusal to eat. In severe cases the eyes may sink, the skin may become dry and dull, and muscles may loosen, eventually leading to death from systemic failure. In early stages, lactobacillus tablets or berberine can help adjust gut flora, with anti-inflammatory drugs as supportive care; severe cases need oral or injected antibiotics. The blurry photo makes it hard to judge the eyes, so white-eye disease cannot be confirmed, though a white film over the eyes is possible.
What happens if a dog’s femoral head dislocation is left untreated?
Dogs tolerate pain well, so early dislocation may show little. When severe, they limp or avoid bearing weight on the leg. Untreated, they may keep a 'three-legged hop'; severe bilateral cases can cause paralysis or hind-limb muscle atrophy. Once diagnosed, limit movement and see a vet promptly.
How can I know if my dog has rabies?
Judge by symptoms and history: contact with rabid or unvaccinated dogs, bites, then early signs of excitement, light/water fear, drooling, swallowing trouble, stronger aggression, and later confusion, twitching, paralysis. If suspected, isolate to prevent spread.
Is the mark in the picture ringworm or another skin disease?
Without seeing the symptoms clearly, an accurate diagnosis is not possible, but ringworm cannot be ruled out, possibly in a late stage with pigmentation. A Wood's lamp can help - green fluorescence confirms it. Treat with an antifungal spray, add nutrition, and prevent licking.
How can I tell if my Golden Retriever is full?
After eating, a full Golden Retriever looks content with a rounded belly. If it still seems hungry or hunts for food, it's not full. But eating much less than usual may mean pickiness or illness - watch for other symptoms.