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Lactose Intolerance in Dogs and Cats
Lactose intolerance in dogs and cats is the inability to digest lactose in milk and dairy products because of low lactase activity in the intestinal lining. It causes osmotic diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and a gurgling abdomen after dairy is consumed, and resolves simply by removing dairy from the diet.
Transient Hypoglycemia in Puppies
Transient hypoglycemia is low blood sugar in young puppies, especially small breeds, from poor reserves or cold and hunger. It causes weakness, cries, and seizures, and is fixed by warming, feeding, and glucose.
Neonatal Jaundice in Puppies (Neonatal Isoerythrolysis)
Neonatal isoerythrolysis is a blood-type mismatch in which a newborn ingests antibodies from the mother's first milk that destroy its own red cells, causing anemia and jaundice. Separating the puppy from the mother and bottle-feeding saves lives.
My Hamster Caught a Cold and I’ve Given It Isatis Root for 3 Days — Will It Be OK?
Mild cases recover with warmth and supportive care; if the hamster is lethargic or not improving, see a vet for antibiotics without delay.
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