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How to Prevent Miscarriage in Pregnant Guinea Pigs
Guinea pig miscarriage is common, so separate the male at once, keep the mother calm and warm, feed sensibly, avoid handling and any internal meds or deworming, and have them checked before breeding.
How can I tell if a thrush (Hwamei) bird is too thin or too fat?
Judge by body shape and movement. A healthy bird has a flat back, slightly tucked waist, no obvious bulge or dip; a protruding or sunken belly means too fat or too thin. Healthy birds are energetic, agile, light; clumsy flight suggests overweight or health issues. Adult weight should be 20–25g; above that, watch diet and exercise.
My hamster passed dark-brown, flattenable stool—is it soft stool?
The picture shows normal stool; hamster stool is black or dark brown, oval, rice-sized, dry and hard, sometimes slightly soft, usually odorless. The formed stool with slight softness at the end may be mild indigestion—not serious; control feeding amount and keep diet healthy and balanced.
What happens if a kitten eats dog food?
Kitten eating dog food is not a good choice, because cats and dogs have different nutritional needs — different ratios of protein, amino acids, and other nutrients. Long-term dog food can cause health problems such as malnutrition, indigestion, and taurine and lysine deficiency. Choose kitten-formulated cat food instead; consult a vet if unsure.
What happens when a dog sheds its coat?
Shedding is a natural physiological phenomenon in dogs, usually occurring in spring and autumn, mainly to adapt to temperature changes and keep the coat clean and healthy. During shedding a lot of fur falls out and scatters around. Brush daily to avoid matting, and supplement nutrition with lecithin, unsaturated fatty acids, and vitamins for skin and coat health.
What color are a Teddy (Poodle)’s paw pads?
Purebred Teddy paw pads are generally black; other colors may mean impure bloodlines. Lack of melanin can lighten them, as can iron deficiency, which needs vet-guided iron supplements and iron-rich food.
How to Treat Arowana Tail Rot Disease
Tail rot is a common arowana disease; without timely treatment it is hard to cure and may threaten life. What causes it and how to treat and prevent? Our veterinarian details the methods.
Why Won’t a Newly Bought Parrot Eat or Drink?
It is common for a newly bought parrot to refuse food and water for a day or two — usually out of fear of its new surroundings and a sudden change in diet. Keep the environment calm, provide food and water, and cover the cage if it stays frantic; watch for ruffled feathers, lethargy, or diarrhea, which point to a sick bird.
Why Is My Sun Conure Fluffed Up?
A healthy conure's feathers lie smooth and close. When feathers stand out, scattered and raised, the bird is 'fluffed' - usually from cold, poor diet, or sickness. Read the signs and warm or treat as needed.
Can Turtle Pneumonia Spread to Other Turtles?
Can turtle pneumonia spread to other turtles? The answer is yes. Turtle pneumonia is an internal infection that spreads to healthy turtles through saliva. What are the symptoms and how is it treated? Our veterinarian explains turtle pneumonia.