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What Are the Causes of Arowana Enteritis?
Enteritis is also common in arowana and hard to fully avoid. Learning causes and treatments of common diseases helps prevention and timely care. Our veterinarian introduces the causes and treatments of arowana enteritis, hoping to help.
Causes and Treatment of Popeye in Arowana
Arowana popeye can stem from old water, rich food, high pH, vitamin lack, parasites, or harsh light. Keep water clean and use the 'old three' at the first sign.
Why Are My Turtle’s Eyes Sunken?
Sunken eyes in turtles are usually from poor nutrition or serious dehydration. Malnutrition comes from illness/parasites or an unbalanced diet; dehydration from dry-keeping without soaking, bacterial infection, or hibernation. Treat the underlying cause, replenish nutrients (fish/shrimp, vitamins) and water, and see a vet if it doesn't improve.
Why Is My Rabbit Passing Blood in Its Stool?
Blood in a rabbit's stool is alarming and should never be ignored. Causes include constipation from dry food and low water intake, parasite overload, enteritis (which can rupture local capillaries), and rectal tumors or polyps. Treatment matches the cause—diet and hydration for constipation, deworming for parasites, antibiotics for enteritis, and prompt surgery consult for growths.
Symptoms and Treatment of Arowana Pinecone Disease
Arowana pinecone disease (raised scales), also called 'arowana cold,' is often triggered by large temperature swings during seasonal changes. Early signs are darkening, rough skin, and scales protruding outward; severe cases show swollen scale sacs with bloody fluid and ascites. Treatment starts with raising the temperature 1–2°C, adding salt (0.6–1%), and partial water changes; medication is added if no improvement.
Can You Deworm a Cat That Has Soft Stools?
It is generally not advisable to deworm a cat with soft stools, because the medication can further irritate the intestines and worsen the problem. Address the soft stools first—with dietary fiber and probiotics—and only deworm once the stool has returned to normal for about a week. If parasites are the suspected cause, confirm with a fecal test before treating.
What nutrient deficiency causes pica in dogs?
Pica in dogs is usually caused by a lack of trace elements such as calcium, zinc, iron, and magnesium. Have the dog checked at a clinic and supplement based on what is missing, as parasites can also be the cause.
My dog has soft, unformed stool; how should I feed it and what should I watch for?
Soft stool may be indigestion, parasites, or gastroenteritis. Try probiotics and anti-inflammatories at home, feed less kibble in small meals, and see a vet if severe signs appear.
Diarrhea and vomiting with white worms, still the same after dewormer, now can’t stand or meow
Diarrhea and vomiting may be acute gastroenteritis, panleukopenia or parasites; white worms mean parasites, possibly with panleukopenia. Inability to stand or meow is critical dehydration needing emergency care.
How long after taking dewormer does a dog pass worms?
If a dog has parasites, it usually passes worms 1 to 2 days after an internal dewormer; if none, no worms appear. Re-deworm in 2 weeks if worms are passed.