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Fungal Infection in a Cat’s Ears

Fungal Infection in a Cat’s Ears

Ear fungus in cats shows up as scabs, hair loss, redness, flaking, and red patches, usually with relentless scratching. Clean the area, apply an antifungal spray and ointment, and disinfect the environment to stop it spreading.

Pet Health πŸ“… September 29, 2020
Simple Tips to Prevent Dog Diarrhea

Simple Tips to Prevent Dog Diarrhea

Dog diarrhea is common, but most cases are preventable through steady feeding habits, routine vaccines and deworming, and basic gut support. This guide covers everyday diet management, preventive veterinary care, and simple at-home steps that keep your dog's stomach settled.

Pet Health πŸ“… September 25, 2020
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My kitten’s eyes are discharging pus and it can’t keep them open. What eye drop should I use? (First time dealing with this; the kitten has no other symptoms.)

Eye discharge with pus in a kitten is usually a bacterial eye infection or bacterial conjunctivitis, caused by contagion, overlong eyelashes, injury, or bacteria. Clean the eyes with a gentle saline solution, then apply a vet-recommended pet eye drop several times a day.

Q&A πŸ“… September 25, 2020
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Before bathing my cat I noticed small black spots on its tail. What are these?

Black specks on a cat's tail are often flea dirt. Drop one in waterβ€”if it turns reddish, it is flea feces made from digested blood. Treat with a topical flea product and also disinfect the cat's environment to stop re-infestation.

Q&A πŸ“… September 25, 2020
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My 5-month-old Pomeranian has developed scabs on the tips of its ears that haven’t broken open yet β€” is this a skin condition?

Ear-tip crusting in young dogs (roughly 5 months to adulthood) is most often a fungal skin infection. These infections are persistent and need a fairly long treatment course, but a pet-safe topical antifungal ointment applied to the cleaned, clipped area usually resolves it.

Q&A πŸ“… September 25, 2020