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Why is the skin around my cat’s genitals darkened?
Darkened, discharging genitals suggest infection or inflammation. Shave the area to locate the source; scrotal signs mean scrotitis, urethral signs mean a urinary infection. See a vet.
5-month-old male cat bit my daughter’s foot at night, trembling all over with genitals exposed; is he in heat?
A 5-month-old male cat with exposed genitals is very likely in heat. Male cats in heat show urine spraying, reduced appetite, irritability, nighttime howling, escape attempts, stronger odor, and swollen exposed genitals.
Why does my dog lick its genitals?
Dogs lick their genitals when in heat, for normal cleaning, or from reproductive infection with itching. Frequent licking with discomfort warrants a vet check.
There is a blood scab outside the genitals, not bleeding
A genital blood scab may be a scratch from jumping; use an E-collar, rinse with saline, and apply iodine, watching 2-3 days. It may also come from over-licking due to urinary discomfort - watch for urination signs.
My Hamster’s Genitals Are Swollen — What Should I Do?
Swelling may be normal heat in females, a urethral infection, or a blocked scent gland. Clean and treat based on the cause.
My Hamster’s Scent Gland Is Half Protruding and Its Genitals Are Red — What Should I Do?
In a male hamster this may be normal redness from prolonged mating or a urethral infection. Keep it clean and use external anti-inflammatory ointment.
Female Hamster’s Genitals Suddenly Swollen and Red: What Medicine to Use
Swelling can be from fungal or bacterial infection, an allergy to new bedding, or estrus. Treat infections properly, remove allergens, and keep things clean; separate males and females if no breeding is planned.
What Medicine for a Dog’s Bleeding Genitals?
Genital bleeding may come from inflammation, injury, or reproductive or urinary disease. For inflammation or injury, apply erythromycin ointment and give oral hemostatics; unknown causes need a vet to diagnose.
Why Does a Cat Lick Its Genitals?
A cat may lick its genitals for grooming, during heat, or due to urinary disease. Frequent licking can cause infection, so avoid it and see a vet if urinary problems appear.
There Is a Bald Patch Near My Nursing Mother Cat’s Genitals That Feels Rough Like Ringworm; What Medicine Is Safe for the Kittens?
If a lactating mother cat has ringworm, isolate her from kittens to prevent spread; feed kittens with goat milk formula. For the mother, shave fur around the spot, clean scabs and scale with hydrogen peroxide, apply antifungal medicine. Boost her nutrition to recover faster.