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My dog may eat too much salt, has tear stains and occasional weeping; sneezes when going out. What is the red thing in its eye?
Red thread-like lines in a dog's eye are usually bloodshot vessels, common in many small breeds. If the vessels thicken it may relate to capillary blood pressure or internal inflammation.
Trichomoniasis in Parrots: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Avian trichomoniasis is a parasitic disease from Trichomonas gallinae, common in parrots (and pigeons, ~80% carriers). Signs include yellow cheesy throat lesions, drooling, weight loss, diarrhea, and breathing trouble; severe cases damage organs. Diagnose via mouth-swab microscopy (not fecal), isolate and disinfect, and treat with dimetridazole (50 mg/kg or 0.05% in water for 5–6 days). Prevent by quarantining new birds.
How often should an Exotic Shorthair be dewormed?
Deworm an Exotic Shorthair monthly inside and out from 0 to 6 months, then internal every 3 months and external monthly. Always deworm only when healthy.
A Hard Lump Outside the Dog’s Eye
A lump at the eye corner can come from internal heat, bacterial infection (a stye), or mites. Feed light low-allergy food and keep the eye clean.
Belgian Rabbit
The Belgian Rabbit, also known as the Giant Gray Rabbit or Flemish Giant, is a famous meat rabbit breed originally from Belgium. With its large build, yellowish-brown coat, and high meat yield, it is mostly raised on farms in rural areas rather than kept as a pet.
What to Do When a Cat Is Lethargic After Vaccination
Lethargy, reduced appetite, low fever, and sleepiness after a cat's vaccination are normal immune responses that usually clear within three days. Comfort and play with the cat to ease environmental stress. Before vaccination keep it healthy and dewormed; after, observe at the clinic for 30 minutes, skip baths and strenuous exercise for a week, and record the shot in its vaccine booklet.
Do Golden Retrievers Feel Cold? Winter Care Tips
Golden Retrievers have long coats and some cold resistance, but extreme cold still chills them and can cause colds. This guide covers six winter points—no clothes, less bathing, deworming, gut, exercise, nutrition.
What to Watch for When Raising Dogs in Spring
Spring's high humidity and active parasites raise the risk of skin disease, colds, and stomach upset in dogs. Keep the coat dry, warm the dog after baths, add vitamins during the shedding season, and deworm monthly (pups) or every 2-3 months (adults).
What Is a Teddy Bear Poodle’s Ideal Weight — and How to Keep It?
Teddy (Poodle) sizes range from teacup (<2 kg) through toy (3–6 kg), mini (6–9 kg), to standard (9–11 kg); giants exceed 30 kg. Keep the weight in range with regular deworming, daily exercise, a balanced food (fat ≤16%, protein 22–35%), and slowly adjusted, scheduled portions — too thin or too fat both harm health.
How to Feed a Newly Weaned Puppy: Tips and Precautions
Newly weaned puppies need special feeding and care because their bodies and immune systems are fragile. Poor diet or daily management can cause poor development or gut, respiratory and parasite infections. Here are feeding methods and precautions.