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What causes small white bumps (pustules) on a kitten?
White pustules on a kitten can have several causes. First, constantly damp skin breeds bacteria and causes follicle inflammation, needing shaved fur, disinfectant, and antibacterial ointment. Second, a congenital dermal sinus may be present and needs surgical removal if infected. Finally, parasite bites or eggs need topical and regular internal/external deworming.
Why Does Your Dog Spin and Bite Its Tail?
A dog spinning to bite its tail may just be bored, but it can also signal an itchy tail, impacted anal glands, selenium deficiency, or self-mutilation syndrome. Check the tail and rear, express glands regularly, fix the diet, and see a vet if it injures itself.
Why Does Your Cat Sniff Your Face While You Sleep?
Cats sniff your nose and mouth out of curiosity, because your breath intrigues them (illness changes your scent in ways they detect), to greet or show affection, or to wake you for food. They do it while you sleep because you are calm, accessible, and your scent is stronger.
Common Health Issues in Exotic Shorthairs and How to Care for Them
Exotic Shorthairs are prone to eye discharge, a short nose with breathing trouble, malocclusion, delicate paw pads, ear issues, and coat/skin problems from poor self-grooming. Daily cleaning, brushing, and early vet care keep these in check.
Will a Rabbit Die from Drinking Water? Can Rabbits Drink at All?
Rabbits have delicate guts, and many know that watery vegetables cause enteritis and death, blamed on the water in veggies. So should rabbits not drink? The answer may surprise you.
Can Cats Get Acne Too?
Yes, cats can get acne, also called feline acne. Any age can be affected, but it is very treatable. Here is what you need to know about feline acne.
How long does it take a dog to recover from eye repositioning surgery?
A dog generally recovers about two weeks after eye repositioning surgery, depending on its condition. Inflammation during recovery delays healing, so post-op eye care and infection prevention are important. If abnormal symptoms appear, see a vet. Prognosis is usually good, but vision and appearance depend on how long and severely the eye bulged.
How to remove the odor from a Pug?
Odor on a Pug usually comes from the skin, coat, or ears, so regular bathing with pet-specific shampoo and conditioner is needed to remove dirt and bacteria. Keeping the skin and coat dry reduces bacterial and fungal growth. Special attention should go to keeping the ears dry to prevent inflammation and smell.
What happens if a cat’s cataract is left untreated?
A cat cataract is a serious eye disease that clouds the lens and impairs vision. Without treatment it worsens and can cause complete blindness, plus secondary infections like keratitis and iris inflammation.
What happens if a dog’s third eyelid hyperplasia is left untreated?
Untreated third eyelid hyperplasia worsens vision, causing blurriness and even blindness, so seek treatment promptly. The main treatment is surgical removal plus antibacterial eye drops and erythromycin ointment.