Search Results
258 results for “obstruction”
My 3-month-old kitten just came home; its belly is large and hard, it has not eaten, drunk or used the litter for hours, and it dry-retches with low energy – why?
A hard, swollen belly with dry retching may indicate indigestion or a gastrointestinal blockage from constipation, a foreign object or parasites. Offer warm water with probiotics and a quiet space, and see a vet if it does not improve.
My Cat Vomits Yellow Fluid, Won’t Eat, but Stools and Belly Seem Normal — What’s Wrong?
Yellow vomiting and no eating can mean obstruction, hairballs, parasites, gastritis, or distemper. A vet check is best; otherwise fast and observe.
My Cat Is Taking in More Air Than It Breathes Out — What Should I Do?
The cat's condition looks serious and you can attempt rescue breathing and chest compressions. Check the airway for obstructions first.
Cat Keeps Retching and Vomited Yellow Fluid
Yellow vomit can come from gastroenteritis, obstruction, hairballs or distemper. Fast the cat, give anti-inflammatory medicine, and see a vet if it continues; hairballs may need treatment.
His Right Belly and the Right Side Between Nose and Mouth Keep Twitching
Belly twitching may be hiccups, gut parasites, spasm, or blockage; nose twitching may be a cold, respiratory infection, or a foreign object. Many causes exist, so a vet check is best to treat specifically.
What happens if a cat accidentally eats a crystal ball?
Small, smooth crystal balls may pass through the digestive tract, but a larger one can cause an intestinal blockage with vomiting and appetite loss. The outcome depends on the ball's size and quantity. A blockage requires prompt veterinary treatment.
Why do cats develop kidney failure?
There are many causes of feline kidney failure, commonly including urinary obstruction, improper medication use, old age, and poor diet. Symptoms typically include thirst, weakness, vomiting, and reduced urination. If you notice these signs, take the cat to a veterinary hospital promptly for a full examination to find the cause and provide targeted treatment, avoiding delay of the best treatment window. The cause and severity determine the treatment approach, so owners should never blindly medicate the cat, as this may cause unnecessary harm.
After feeding cookies and fish oil yesterday, it had trouble breathing, slightly purple lips, and wheezing that continues; the pet hospital x-ray was normal, medicine didn’t help.
The hamster's breathing difficulty, purple lips, and wheezing suggest allergy, heart issues, or foreign-body obstruction. Go to a more specialized clinic for allergy, contrast, and heart tests; act fast to avoid suffocation.
Why does my puppy pass white stool?
White stool often comes from diet — too many bones (unabsorbed calcium) or too much milk (lactose intolerance). It can also signal illness like bile duct blockage, so see a vet if it persists.
What should I do about my dog’s blocked tear duct?
Blocked nasolacrimal ducts are usually treated by flushing to remove the obstruction plus antibiotics, with good prognosis. If flushing fails, surgery may be needed. Prevent by cleaning the eyes regularly.