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My cat has had diarrhea for days and its rear looks like this (photo); what’s wrong?
Long-term diarrhea can inflame the anus and infect the skin, even causing prolapse. Find the cause (bacterial, parasitic, or viral) at a vet and treat with meds and fluids.
3-year-old male Golden Retriever, normal eating and energy, but blood in stool and a small lump at the anus only visible right after defecation
Blood in stool with an anal lump may be a perianal tumor, anal disease, or intestinal growth. A vet exam with ultrasound or biopsy is needed.
My 1-year-old male Teddy is bleeding from frequent friction during heat; how should I handle it?
Frequent friction causing bleeding and inflammation in a male Teddy is often heat-related. Avoid further friction, clean gently, control bleeding, and consider neutering.
Does my cat have conjunctivitis?
Feline conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva. Signs include red swollen eyes, excess tearing or discharge, itching, light sensitivity, and crusting.
A friend gave me a cat; its eyes look strange and I don’t know what’s wrong
From the photo, there is heavy eye discharge and some around the nose, which is usually abnormal. Too much discharge can come from 'internal heat' from oily food and low water intake.
My cat has a small flesh lump about 2.5 cm near the hind leg on its belly
A lump with crusting near the hind leg may be skin inflammation, or a growing mass could be a tumor. A vet exam is needed to confirm the type.
A puppy about 15-16 days old was crushed by a big dog days ago; the leg has stayed swollen with no local treatment; the thin front leg is normal, the thick one is the swollen injured leg. Any advice?
If a puppy was crushed and swelling persists, see a vet immediately to avoid permanent disability. Imaging, pain relief, cold packs, or surgery may be needed.
There is a severe spot on the tail and many black crusts along the spine where the fur is thinner
Black crusts on a dog's tail and back can come from bacterial or fungal infection, parasites, or environmental factors. A vet exam identifies the cause.
Kitten has no energy at all and will not eat or drink
A kitten with pus from the eyes, no appetite, and very low energy may have a serious infection. Eye inflammation, respiratory infection, or digestive disease are possible causes.
My 2-month-old cat has watery eyes with discharge, occasional sneezing, and constantly makes a rumbling purr-like sound
A purr is usually a sign of a content cat, but with watery eyes and sneezing it more likely indicates a respiratory infection or nasal blockage. A veterinary check is advised.