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What is the Rough Collie’s temperament?
Collies are smart, loyal, friendly and lively, ranking high in intelligence and easy to train as service dogs. They are friendly to all, but leash them outdoors.
What happens if a small Teddy (Poodle) has a hernia?
A hernia in dogs occurs when an organ pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, creating a soft, fluid-filled lump under the skin. Mild cases can often be corrected surgically, but a trapped or severe hernia can become life-threatening.
What happens if a Labrador eats oranges?
Labradors can eat oranges in small amounts for vitamin and fiber benefits, but the smell puts many dogs off, and too many cause soft stools and vomiting. Do not force it.
How good are Nourse (Weishi) cat products?
Weishi cat products have a good reputation as a mid-range brand with strong sales of food and treats. Choose based on your cat's own response and needs.
What happens if a cat licks Frontline?
Frontline is a low-toxic flea and tick treatment; licking it can irritate the mouth and, rarely, poison the cat. Watch for lethargy, vomiting, or diarrhea and see a vet.
My puppy was bathed at the clinic, caught a chill on the way home, rode an hour in the car, and since 7:50 has been coughing, gagging, and vomiting clear fluid; two soft stools; given doxycycline. What should I do?
Coughing and gagging after a bath and chill are usually a respiratory infection; doxycycline with an expectorant can help. Keep the dog warm and well-nourished. If it worsens or shows other signs, suspect viral disease and see a vet.
My 12-year-old spayed female Cocker Spaniel had blood dripping from the urethra, frequent urination with little volume, and now white pus-like discharge. What’s the cause and treatment?
A spayed female with blood in urine, frequent scant urination, and discharge points to urinary disease such as infection, stones, or tumors. A urinalysis and abdominal X-ray at the vet are needed. For stones, ensure ample water intake.
My 1.5-month puppy has swollen red eyes (vision ok), thick white eye discharge, and a swollen red chin that oozes blood – what is it?
Swollen eyes/chin suggest conjunctivitis and skin disease from allergy, bacteria, or fungus; the chin blood is from scratching. Use an E-collar, get a skin scraping, and use pet eye drops plus iodine care.
How can I tame a kitten?
Cats can't be fully tamed like dogs, but you can bond: give a calm, comfy space with supplies, ease it into the new home with familiar items, play with a wand, and feed on schedule to build trust.
Nose was a bit warm, then I gave it a few sips of cold-medicine and it ended up like this
A briefly warm nose after exercise or sleep is normal. Persistent heat with lethargy suggests fever - cool paws/groin with alcohol; if temperature won't drop, see a vet.