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Why does my cat keep squatting like a brooding hen?
Not always illness; analyze with eating, energy, temperature, breathing, pain. FIP causes it with fever, fluid, no appetite; pancreatitis causes abdominal pain; acute gastroenteritis; kidney/stone/blockage also. See a vet if energy/appetite are off.
What to do if a cat is listless and has no appetite? It keeps sleeping and won’t eat
Poor appetite and listlessness usually signal a serious disease; most illnesses start this way. The thin cat in the photo likely has a chronic wasting disease such as hepatitis, fatty liver, FIP, or kidney disease. Act fast: record symptoms and see a vet; adjust diet, keep the environment calm to reduce stress.
Please help my kitten — suddenly can’t poop, hiding under the bed, weak, and crying like a chicken every few minutes (no vomiting, no diarrhea)
Based on your description, it is difficult to determine exactly what illness your cat has, so a full veterinary examination should be done as soon as possible. A cat's distress crying is usually a sign of severe pain, so do not keep observing at home as that may delay treatment. If constipation is the cause, offer warm water and fiber-rich food, but the problem could be more serious than simple constipation.
Newborn puppy with eyes still closed keeps lying on its back whining, cries loudly when touched, and won’t nurse
Puppy whining is usually from lack of security, hunger, cold, needing to eliminate, or discomfort; normal newborn whining shows health. Loud whining after feeding may signal illness, so check what is wrong. Newborns also need the mother or manual stimulation to defecate, or they will keep whining.
What is the condition of my cat’s gums and teeth? Is it a disease and how should I handle it?
The photo shows inflamed gums. Signs include red swollen gums, reduced appetite, difficulty chewing, and bad breath, usually from bacterial or viral infection, diet, poor dental care, or other disease. See a vet dentist early for diagnosis and targeted treatment; vet-approved anti-inflammatory drugs and oral spray help, plus daily brushing.
How can you tell if a British Shorthair blue cat is healthy?
A healthy British Shorthair blue cat should be round and sturdy with a smooth, glossy coat, be active and alert, and produce well-formed stools. Thinness, dull coat, low energy, or abnormal droppings can all signal illness.
Why has my cat been eating less kibble lately?
Eating less is usually from picky eating, heat, or illness. If the cat is otherwise normal, try mixing in favorite foods. Unneutered cats with night howling or inappropriate urination are likely in heat. If eating very little with lethargy or other signs, see a vet to find the cause.
My cat is listless and feverish after eating breakfast – what is wrong?
Listlessness with fever can be from heat or illness such as upper respiratory infection. Rule out environment first; see a vet if it persists.
Why is my Bichon’s nose dry?
A dry Bichon nose can come from low water intake, dry weather, or disease (cold, allergy, skin disease). Watch for other signs; with other signs, see a vet.
Why is my dog’s nose dry, cracked, and warm?
A dry, hot, cracked nose can come from fever, heat, inflammation, or illnesses like distemper and parvovirus. Move the dog to a cooler spot if it's hot; if it persists or other signs like lethargy appear, see a vet.