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Why does my dog keep eating hair (its own fur)?
Dogs eat hair for several reasons: 1) nutritional deficiency (lacking fiber, protein, or vitamins); 2) anxiety or stress from changes or separation; 3) digestive issues. Identify the cause to respond appropriately.
My hamster bites its leg fur off while eating and ants gather nearby – why?
Constant leg-fur biting is usually leg itch from bedding/sand irritation, allergy or skin disease. Change bedding, bathe in clean sand, treat allergies at the vet, and see a vet for skin disease.
My kitten’s fur under the mouth is falling out, turning black and swollen, and it cries in pain when eating – what’s wrong?
Hair loss, swelling and darkening under the mouth with eating trouble may be long-term allergy or eosinophilic granuloma. Get a scrape; steroids like prednisolone may be needed, or remove the allergen.
My cat foamed once, then had urine on its fur and is weak and not eating; what is wrong?
Hard to judge exactly; it may be a urinary problem, as a blockage can cause vomiting and leakage, and retained urine can cause uremia and kidney damage. It could also be poisoning, gastroenteritis, nephritis, or seizures; see a vet.
A burr is stuck in my puppy’s chin fur; he won’t let me cut it with scissors, but it doesn’t affect his eating. Should I remove it, and how?
A burr stuck in your dog's fur should be removed so it does not affect the dog's daily life later on. If your dog is gentle and allows people to approach, two people can work together to remove it safely.
Preventing and Treating Mange Mites in Rabbits
Rabbit mange is an external parasitic disease caused by sarcoptic and psoroptic mites, threatening entire herds if not controlled early. It appears as skin mange (body) or ear mange, with itching, hair loss, and crusting. Prevention centers on dry, clean housing and quarantine, while treatment uses trichlorfon, ivermectin-type drugs, or medicated baths.
Treating Cellulitis in Dogs
Cellulitis is a common dog skin infection, more likely in Goldens and Huskies. Mild cases show red, painful swelling; severe ones can press on the airway or turn necrotic, and treatment means clipping, cleaning, drawing out pus, and iodine care.
Treating Canine Bronchopneumonia
Canine bronchopneumonia (lobular pneumonia) brings high fever, cough, labored breathing, and thick yellow-brown nasal discharge, often following a cold or diseases such as distemper and adenovirus. Treatment combines Western medicine — anti-inflammatory, cough and asthma relief, and fluid support — with Chinese herbal formulas such as Houttuynia injection and Maxingshigan decoction, plus antibiotics like ampicillin for severe cases.
Why Rabbits Lose Fur
Rabbit fur loss usually points to poor nutrition, mange mites, ringworm, or bacterial skin disease — each with its own treatment, from mineral supplements to antiparasitics and antifungals. Clear away loose fur and check feed for trapped hair so the rabbit doesn't swallow it.
A Complete Guide to Treating Cat Ringworm
Northern China's pet industry thrives partly due to climate — dry northeast air suits furry animals, less ringworm. Southern owners rarely see it.