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It drank a little milk and then became like this
Vomiting and diarrhea after milk are likely lactose intolerance or gastroenteritis; kittens lack lactase, so milk causes diarrhea and vomiting, even death. Don't give cow's milk. Use goat milk and probiotics, and see a vet for severe cases.
Found the cat vomiting in the morning; it trembled a bit lying next to me; stools formed but urinating more.
Vomiting with trembling can stem from gut issues, pancreatitis, parasites, or viruses; gut cramps or pancreatic pain cause shaking. Many causes exist, so a vet exam is best for targeted treatment.
A kitten just over a week old; the first few days it ate, drank, and slept normally and ate plenty, but today it has been sleeping constantly, eating little, urinating normally, cries when cold, and cuddles the hot-water bottle and goes back to sleep. Is this normal?
Excessive sleep is normal for young kittens, which are active only 3 to 4 hours a day. Keep it warm and feed small, frequent meals. If it shows lethargy or other abnormalities, see a vet to rule out illness.
Why does my dog suddenly eat grass?
Dogs eat grass mainly when their stomach is upset, since grass fiber aids gut motility and relieves discomfort. It can also signal self-medication after injury or a lack of trace minerals.
How good is a puppy’s digestive ability?
A puppy's digestion is weaker than an adult dog's because its system is immature, with less stomach acid and enzymes and a shorter gut, making it prone to indigestion and sensitive to diet changes. Feed small, frequent meals of milk-cake kibble and goat-milk formula; avoid harmful human foods.
What happens if my dog has worms (internal parasites)?
Internal parasites usually cause poor appetite, weight loss, diarrhea, vomiting, scooting, and dry coat. Worms can damage the intestinal lining, leading to blood, jelly-like mucus, and eggs in the stool.
Is it good for a dog with a fracture to eat bones?
A fracturing dog can supplement calcium, but bones are not recommended — hard to digest, so they barely help and may block the gut, causing pain and constipation. For calcium, use bone broth, dried shrimp, soy products, or pet calcium tablets. Proper calcium aids bone recovery, but the fracture itself needs casting or surgery at a vet.
Causes and Solutions for Dog Hiccups
Like people, dogs get hiccups - a diaphragm spasm. Harmless but uncomfortable, and there are many causes. Here we explain the causes and what to do.
Why does my puppy have a bloated, noisy belly?
A bloated, gurgling puppy belly means increased bowel sounds. Causes include indigestion, gut flora imbalance, parasite infection, or gastroenteritis. If food was recently changed, suspect indigestion — give pet probiotics and reduce portions, then resume normal feeding once improved. If no improvement, see a vet.
My cat has had diarrhea ever since I gave him dewormer last night — I don’t know why. He played with toys and fell pretty hard before deworming, and I’m not sure if he was just scared during it.
Frequent diarrhea after deworming is likely irritation of the gut by the medication, which is common. Give the cat pet probiotics to regulate its stomach and keep it warm and rested. If diarrhea persists, take it to a veterinary hospital for a checkup.