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2-month-old kitten, home a week, switched food; ate well first 2-3 days then buried poop by the bowl and stopped eating kibble and meat for 3-4 days; mild diarrhea with undigested chicken breast, smelly
The kitten likely has gut trouble from food change, stress, and too much chicken. Stop new foods, fast briefly, feed easily digested food, and see a vet if it persists.
Kitten has no energy at all and will not eat or drink
A kitten with pus from the eyes, no appetite, and very low energy may have a serious infection. Eye inflammation, respiratory infection, or digestive disease are possible causes.
My dog played with a bee, then vomited once and had diarrhea – what should I do?
If your dog vomits and has diarrhea after contact with a bee, take it to a vet promptly to determine whether the symptoms are from the bee or another digestive issue. Bee stings are toxic and can cause fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy, plus allergic swelling if untreated. Remove the stinger, clean with soapy water and iodine, apply cold compress for swelling, and seek treatment for anti-inflammation, anti-vomiting, and rehydration.
What is the incubation period of canine babesiosis?
The incubation period of canine babesiosis is 7 to 15 days with no obvious signs. Acute cases show high fever and lethargy; chronic cases show anemia and jaundice.
How long before parvovirus can be detected?
Parvovirus generally shows on a test 1-2 weeks after infection due to its incubation period; it cannot be detected before symptoms appear. Early signs are poor appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and bloody stool; see a vet, especially if unvaccinated.
How long does a dog’s cold from chill take to heal?
A dog's cold from chill generally heals within a week; strong dogs may self-heal in days. Severe or weak cases need medication and warmth. Signs are sneezing, runny nose, low spirits, tears; use pet cold medicine, and fever needs pet antipyretics.
How long does canine parainfluenza generally take to heal?
Simple parainfluenza may self-heal in 3 to 7 days in strong dogs; secondary infection lasts weeks or kills. Treat promptly to avoid delay. Symptoms are cough, runny nose, fever; with active treatment, cure in about 10 days.
How often should a dog with parvovirus be given an enema?
A parvovirus dog with severe diarrhea generally does not need enemas; stop feeding and give antidiarrhea and fluids. Symptoms include diarrhea, anorexia, vomiting, fever; seek veterinary care promptly. Use interferon and monoclonal antibodies as needed.
My cat cannot open one eye. What is wrong?
One closed eye suggests conjunctivitis or keratitis from irritation or virus. Try antibiotic drops and a collar; see a vet if other signs appear.
My four-month-old dog has distemper: no appetite, gurgling gut, bloody watery stool, not eating, retching, lethargic. What do I do?
These signs suggest an infectious disease, likely parvo more than distemper. If distemper is confirmed, hospital care is urgent with no guarantee of cure.