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What happens if a poisoned dog vomits?
Vomiting from poisoning is the body's self-defense to expel toxin; also diarrhea, blood in stool, seizures, lethargy, or odd excitement. Frequent vomiting/diarrhea cause dehydration and electrolyte loss; toxins can damage liver/kidneys. See a vet for detox (lavage, activated charcoal, fluids, antidotes).
Dog started vomiting on the 7th, got a shot on the 8th, fever 39.5 on the 9th, recovered, then near 40 on the 16th, now lethargic and one hind leg won’t stand – why?
Recurrent fever followed by lethargy, weak hind legs, and one leg not standing suggests nerve damage or acute myelitis, a sequel of long fever. Low food can also cause weak legs from low sugar or electrolytes. Get blood tests, X-ray, and CT at a vet.
What happens if a puppy gets diarrhea from drinking milk?
Milk diarrhea is usually lactose intolerance; frequent diarrhea can dehydrate (sunken eyes, dry mouth, low skin elasticity) and imbalance electrolytes, even fatal. Stop milk, give anti-diarrhea meds and probiotics, and see a vet if no relief.
What happens if a pregnant mother dog has diarrhea?
Frequent diarrhea loses fluids and nutrients, risking dehydration and harming the fetuses; severe cases can miscarry or preterm. Many diarrhea drugs harm puppies, so see a vet.
Can you help me read this test report? Thank you.
From the report, the dog's condition is serious—liver and kidneys are damaged and it is dehydrated. Get IV fluids and liver/kidney support promptly; without treatment it may die in 3-4 days. Main measures: fluids, rehydration, prevent dehydration, correct acid-base balance, replenish electrolytes, promote kidney metabolism and urination, plus meds for vomiting/diarrhea.
My dog hasn’t eaten for four days and vomits up anything forced in within minutes, even water; its nose is very dry
Not eating for four days with vomiting water may be acute gastroenteritis, pancreatitis, or viral disease; prolonged fasting causes electrolyte imbalance and dehydration, life-threatening. Take to vet for IV fluids to stabilize. Get blood, imaging, biochemistry to tell if simple digestive issue or high-risk disease (distemper, parvovirus), then treat.
Guinea pig weak in limbs and head but eating, dull eyes, mild cold, soft stool
The signs suggest parasite infection or gut disease. Keep it warm at 20-25 C, give electrolytes, and get a fecal exam to guide treatment.
What happens if a Golden Retriever’s temperature gets too high?
Sustained high fever speeds metabolism and strains organs, and fluid loss can cause dehydration and cramps. Uncontrolled fever may lead to organ failure and shock.
How to treat canine parvovirus?
A confirmed case should be hospitalized: anti-virus (monoclonal, interferon), anti-secondary-infection, symptomatic care (anti-vomit, stop bleeding, control infection), and support (fluids, electrolytes, nutrition) to aid recovery.
My rabbit’s droppings look a bit strange
Rabbit diarrhea can come from chills, bad diet, or coccidia. For chills, keep it warm. For diet issues (too much watery food), fast 12-24 hours and give warm water or electrolytes. For coccidia, deworm promptly.