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A Stray School Cat Has Had Stomatitis a Long Time; Now It Suddenly Started Sneezing
Stomatitis shows as mouth ulcers, red gums, drooling, pain, and low appetite; easing signs mean recovery, but no easing means wrong medicine. New sneezing likely means a chill and weak resistance, so warm it and add vitamins.
Why Is a Dog’s Tongue Red?
A dog's tongue is naturally red, so redness is normal; extra redness may mean internal heat, needing more water and light food. It can also signal allergy or mouth issues, so check for ulcers.
My Dog’s Corneal Ulcer Got Worse After Two Days of Eye Drops, with a Darker White Film. Why?
A worsening white film after eye drops may mean the drops don't match the condition, or there is corneal disease, inflammation, lens sclerosis, or cataracts. See a vet if it doesn't improve, and identify the exact cause for targeted treatment.
My dog cannot close its mouth and keeps drooling; why?
An inability to close the mouth and drooling can come from heat dissipation, eating irritants, or oral disease. Dogs pant with tongue out after exercise to cool down, which is normal. Irritating foods like chili, bitter melon, or pepper can trigger drooling. Swelling, pain, or red mucosa suggests oral disease such as a salivary cyst, gingivitis, or ulcers.
Causes and Prevention of Sore Hocks in Guinea Pigs
Sore hocks are common but overlooked - guinea pigs hide pain and the feet are hard to see. Pay attention to this disease.
Why Is My Cat Sticking Out Its Tongue?
A cat sticking out its tongue is often normal — cooling off (cats sweat poorly), grooming mid-play, or dazing. But it can also signal oral disease (with drooling, breathing trouble), oxygen lack after hard exercise, or poisoning. See a vet if it comes with other odd symptoms.
What Medicine for a Cat That Drools a Lot?
Don't medicate a drooling cat blindly — find the cause first. Oral foreign bodies (bone, fish bone) need removal then antiseptic spray; stomatitis needs mouth spray, anti-inflammatories, dental cleaning or extraction; pharyngitis needs vet amoxicillin and soft food, or IV fluids if it won't drink. Rinse the mouth if a strong-tasting substance caused it.
My cat keeps drooling clear mucus, sneezing, and squinting
Based on your description, the clear mucus and sneezing may indicate allergies, oral disease, or calicivirus infection. Check the mouth for redness, ulcers, or odor; if present, it is likely oral disease and you can use an antibacterial oral spray.
What happens when a puppy’s gums are red?
Red gums in a puppy may be caused by oral diseases such as gingivitis or periodontitis. If it worsens, the gums may swell and turn into abscesses or ulcers, leading to drooling, poor appetite, and difficulty chewing. Try pet oral spray and antibiotics; if no improvement, see a vet. Brush regularly to prevent issues.
What happens if a hamster’s teeth grow too long?
A hamster's teeth grow continuously, and overlong teeth hinder eating and digestion, leading to malnutrition over time. Long teeth also cause oral problems like gingivitis and mouth ulcers. Provide chew items such as wood sticks or hay, or have a vet trim them regularly.