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There is a yellow clump in my dog’s eye what is it?
A yellow object in a dog's eye is likely purulent discharge from a bacterial infection causing conjunctivitis or keratitis. Clean with eye drops, then use anti-inflammatory eye medication, and use a collar if the dog scratches.
Why does my dog have a lump on its leg skin?
A red, swollen lump on a dog's leg is often inflamed skin tissue from injury or infection, such as scratches, parasite bites, or bacterial or fungal infection. Secondary infection can follow, so a skin scraping at the clinic is best; meanwhile use an Elizabethan collar and disinfect.
How long before birth does a dog start nesting?
Dogs usually start nesting 1 to 3 days before labor, signaling the due date is near, so prepare for whelping. If nesting is joined by temperature drop, appetite loss, restlessness, or discharge, birth may occur within 2 hours. Pregnancy is 58 to 65 days; estimate the due date from mating.
My dog’s paw bone is fractured from a bigger dog’s bite – will it heal on its own?
The X-ray shows a metacarpal fracture with significant displacement; surgical internal fixation is recommended for the best healing and recovery. Without it, external fixation may leave a limp. Untreated, self-healing is about 30% with possible lameness and muscle atrophy. Keep the dog rested and give pet anti-inflammatory and joint supplements.
How long does a dog’s eye ulcer take to heal?
A dog's eye ulcer generally improves after about a week of treatment. Have a vet examine it and use pet-specific antibiotic eye drops. Keep the eye clean during treatment, as neglect can lead to blindness.
How long does a dog’s acute enteritis take to heal?
Simple acute enteritis without complications usually improves within a week with active treatment. Treat symptomatically: withhold food and water and give fluids for severe vomiting to prevent dehydration and balance electrolytes, plus antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, antidiarrheals, and probiotics.
How long into pregnancy until a dog starts vomiting?
Dogs usually start vomiting and other pregnancy signs about 2 weeks in; timing and frequency vary, and some never vomit. The vomiting comes from uterine enlargement irritating the stomach, a normal sign also accompanied by lethargy and poor appetite.
How often should I give my dog albendazole dewormer?
Give albendazole-based dewormer every 3 months. Its active ingredient, albendazole, prevents and kills internal parasites, so vets recommend quarterly internal deworming for adults. Dogs eating raw meat need more frequent deworming due to higher parasite risk.
A two-month-old dog, about two bowel movements a day
Two bowel movements a day is normal and tracks food amount. Stool should be firm, formed and brown; if frequency rises with soft stool or diarrhea, suspect gut issues or infection. Fast a day and use probiotics; see a vet if diarrhea persists.
How long will four jin of dog food last a Teddy?
For a standard Teddy, four jin of food lasts about one to one and a half months, depending on age, size and appetite. Pups eat 30-80g/day; adults under 5kg eat 35-100g/day.