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What are the late symptoms of distemper?
Late distemper shows convulsions and foaming, the typical nerve signs, with very low cure chance relying on resistance. Take the dog to a vet promptly to avoid missing the best time, and vaccinate regularly to lower infection risk.
Can You Deworm a Dog Infected with Distemper?
No — don't deworm a dog with distemper. The virus already weakens its immunity, and deworming can trigger vomiting, diarrhea, or worse. Wait until it has fully recovered and rested at least two weeks, then deworm; afterward avoid baths and vaccines too.
What happens if a dog has high blood pressure?
Signs: lethargy, poor appetite, bloodshot eyes, weakness; severe cases show seizures, ataxia, heart failure. Normal carotid pressure ~108–189/75–122 mmHg; a high reading may be stress. Chronic hypertension (from obesity, hyperthyroidism, kidney failure) risks heart disease, glaucoma, stroke, vasculitis, clots.
What Should I Do If My Cat Eats Rat Poison?
After eating rat poison, a cat may develop a fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, and vomiting, or show internal and external bleeding such as nosebleeds, bloody vomit, bloody stool, or black tarry feces. Because the toxin can severely damage the liver and other organs, seek veterinary care immediately—if none is nearby, induce vomiting at home with hydrogen peroxide, then follow up with IV fluids and bloodwork.
What happens if a dog has hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism means too little thyroid hormone, slowing metabolism and overall body function. Common in dogs aged 2-6, signs include lethargy, slow reaction, unwillingness to move, weight gain with normal appetite, and symmetric non-itchy hair loss; some show nerve signs. Seek veterinary hormone therapy.
What is the incubation period of feline AIDS?
Feline AIDS incubation is variable, generally 3 years, sometimes several, and some never show disease. It occurs mainly in middle-aged and old cats through contact and bites with sick cats.
How long does distemper treatment take?
Distemper usually needs about half a month to a month of treatment because the course is long. Passing the dangerous period does not mean cure, so continue medication. Cured dogs may keep a twitching aftereffect but face no life threat.
How is hydrocephalus in a puppy treated?
Puppy hydrocephalus, or water on the brain, is usually extra cerebrospinal fluid from blocked or poorly absorbed drainage, causing head-bobbing, circling, and severe vomiting or headache. If slow, use anti-inflammatory and diuretic drugs with a light, digestible diet. If severe, seek a vet for repeated drainage or surgery.
How Do House Cats Catch Rabies?
Cats usually catch rabies from a scratch or bite by a rabid animal, through which the virus enters the wound. They can also be infected by eating the meat of a sick animal (common in strays or semi-free cats), or by contacting virus-contaminated objects or environments. Rabies is a deadly zoonosis, so vaccinate cats from 3 months old.
What reactions do dogs have after taking dewormer?
Normally few reactions; passing worms shows infection. Overdose causes vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy; dose by weight.