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What should I do if chicks can’t walk and won’t eat?
Difficulty walking and not eating in chicks can be from colds, coccidiosis, or colibacillosis. Poor coop insulation or ventilation in temperature swings causes colds; coccidiosis shows poor appetite, closed eyes, chills, and thinness; colibacillosis causes lethargy and breathing trouble. Find the cause first, then use vet-prescribed medication.
Why does a cat overeat?
Overeating may be psychological - stress, anxiety, or pressure relieved by food. A diet change or a rescued stray's fear of scarcity also spikes intake; a sudden appetite jump can signal disease, so see a vet.
Why does my dog wiggle its butt?
Dogs wiggle their butt for many reasons: happiness or excitement, showing friendliness to other dogs, or relieving tension, fear, or discomfort. If the dog seems unwell, see a vet.
45-day cat, new home and food, then bloody stool
A 45-day cat with bloody stool after changes is likely stressed. Use vet-directed meds and rule out infection if unvaccinated.
My dog’s limbs tremble and it keeps pulling its paws back
Trembling limbs may be from cold, fear, illness, poison, distemper, or seizures. Warm it if cold and comfort it if scared. With other signs, it is likely disease; see a vet.
Why does my cat drink a lot and shiver?
Frequent drinking with shivering may be from cold, pain, or fear. Watch it if appetite and spirits are normal. See a vet if it persists or comes with lethargy or weight loss to rule out FIP.
Why won’t my Labrador sit?
A Labrador may not sit from lack of training, fear, or pain. Use positive reinforcement to teach it, give a safe space if anxious, and see a vet if pain is suspected.
Hamster’s poop suddenly got soft; formed but squishes flat after a while. What’s wrong?
Soft stool can be from too much water, stress, or enteritis. Excess fruit/veg causes water overload; fear causes stress; bacteria cause enteritis. Adjust diet and observe; see a vet if no relief.
Dog woke from sleep and cried; felt a bar-like line on its chest when I touched it
Night crying has many causes: physical needs, environment, or health issues. The line on the chest could be a rib, scar, or lump; have a vet check it if unusual.
How to stop a pet dog from barking
Dogs bark from anxiety, fear, attention-seeking, discomfort, or needs. Address the cause: comfort newcomers, pre-empt nighttime potty/hunger, place the bed in a quiet dim spot, and see a vet if constant whining with lethargy.