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Can cats eat papaya?
Yes, but only a little. Non-toxic and full of vitamins and enzymes, it benefits health in moderation. But cats digest plants poorly, so too much causes diarrhea, and the high sugar burdens the kidneys. Remove the seeds.
How long is the shelf life of dog food?
Generally 6-18 months (varies by brand, stated on the package). Keep it dry and cool to avoid mold. Use divider bags for large packs. Never feed expired or spoiled food, which can harm the gut or cause poisoning.
Is it better to deworm a dog on an empty stomach or after meals?
Deworming timing is flexible; either works. For sensitive stomachs, give internal dewormer 2 hours after eating to reduce irritation. Use dog-specific products dosed by weight to avoid poisoning.
What are the signs of an upset stomach in dogs?
An upset stomach shows as poor appetite, arched back, lethargy and reluctance to move. Indigestion adds vomiting; gut imbalance or gastritis adds soft stool or diarrhea; parvo/corona adds fever and bloody stool.
Why won’t my dog eat but is otherwise lively?
A dog that skips food but stays energetic may have mild indigestion (try probiotics) or simply be picky, or be in heat. Watch for cough, sneezing or stool changes to rule out illness.
What to do if a kitten has diarrhea?
Give pet probiotics and a light diet, no irritating food. If no improvement, it may be acute enteritis needing anti-inflammatory meds. It could also be internal parasites or panleukopenia; with blood in stool, low appetite, weight loss, or lethargy, see a vet.
Dietary taboos for Pomeranians
Pomeranians are prone to skin disease, so avoid high-salt food and supplement vitamin B, fish oil, and lecithin. Small breeds have weak digestion, so no greasy or hard-to-digest food or bones (risk of gut injury or blockage). All dogs must avoid chives, onion, avocado, grape, chocolate, and cherry to prevent poisoning.
What medicine for a cat vomiting yellow fluid?
Cat vomiting yellow fluid may stem from gastroenteritis, blockage, pancreatitis, parasites, hairballs, or panleukopenia; find the cause first. Hair in vomit suggests hairballs: give hairball paste, cat grass, or hairball-control food. If no improvement, suspect gastroenteritis or pancreatitis: fast half a day, then pet antiemetic and anti-inflammatory plus probiotics. If it recurs, suspect parasites or panleukopenia and see a vet.
What are the signs a cat is hungry?
Hungry cats mainly meow constantly; smart ones meow by the bowl, while others rummage through trash or food bags. Very hungry cats may get irritable, dart around, or chew furniture. Feed on a schedule to protect gut health; extreme hunger can trigger fatty liver, a long, care-intensive disease.
What to do if a pigeon has diarrhea?
If pigeon droppings are stringy with much water, it may be mycoplasma from poor hygiene; improve sanitation then use antibiotics. Colored droppings suggest salmonella, E. coli, or pasteurella; isolate and treat with enrofloxacin, ciprofloxacin, or penicillin, plus probiotics. Wear a mask and gloves and wash hands.