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Abdominal Wall Hernia in Dogs and Cats
An abdominal wall hernia is a pouch of abdominal contents pushing through a defect in the belly wall under the skin. Small hernias can be pushed back, but trapped (strangulated) ones cause sudden pain and shock; treatment is surgical repair plus antibiotics.
Liver Abscess in Dogs and Cats
A liver abscess is a pus-filled pocket in the liver caused by pyogenic bacterial infection, single or multiple. It brings intermittent high fever, weight loss, and abdominal pain, and can rupture into the abdomen; treatment relies on aggressive antibiotics and drainage.
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Syndrome in Dogs and Cats
Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis syndrome is a sudden, cause-unknown condition in dogs marked by acute vomiting and severe bloody, jelly-like diarrhea. Affected animals become depressed, feverish, and dehydrated; prompt fluid therapy and supportive care are essential.
Acute Enteritis in Dogs and Cats
Acute enteritis is a sudden inflammation of the intestinal wall that causes digestive upset, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever in dogs and cats of any age or breed. Young animals tend to be affected more severely; treatment focuses on rehydration, controlling vomiting, and treating the underlying cause.
What should I do about my dog’s tonsillitis?
Tonsillitis brings fever, drooling and trouble swallowing; mild cases need anti-inflammatories, severe cases antibiotics, and surgery if it recurs.
What happens if a puppy is bathed too often?
Over-bathing strips the skin's natural oils, causing dry coat, hair loss, dandruff, and itching, and can lead to eczema or dermatitis. It also washes away the dog's scent and raises the risk of colds in puppies with weak immunity.
How can I tell if my cat has toxoplasmosis?
Infected cats often show no clear signs; some have lethargy, low fever, weight loss, or poor appetite. A vet toxoplasmosis test is the reliable method — and owners should get tested too, since it can spread through feces.
What should I do if my dog catches a cold?
A dog cold can be caused by chills or viral infection. Here is how to treat it and when to see a vet.
Cat Cold vs. Feline Herpesvirus (Cat Flu): What’s the Difference?
Feline herpesvirus (cat flu / infectious rhinotracheitis) is a serious, potentially fatal respiratory disease with fever, eye inflammation, and high mortality in kittens, while an ordinary cat cold causes mild sneezing and clear discharge. Vaccination and lysine supplementation help prevent it.
What to Do About Coccidia Infection in Dogs
Pet coccidia is a terrible parasite; worse is an owner who does not even know coccidia - is that you?