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My Kitten’s Tail Lost Fur, Shows Green Under a Wood’s Lamp, and Has Yellow-Brown Discharge
Green fluorescence under a Wood's lamp indicates a fungal infection. The yellow-brown secretions are likely crusted discharge from infection and skin damage. Clip and clean the area, then use an antifungal medication.
What Happens If a Dog Goes Without Food for 3 Days?
After 3 days without food a dog typically shows low blood sugar and electrolyte imbalance and becomes very weak. With little water it also shows dehydration - loose skin, sunken eyes, dry lips.
Found bug-bitten holes on the dog after vacation; treated but some remain
The dog likely has ticks; use a fipronil-based topical dewormer so the tick paralysis releases and drops off. If not, dab with alcohol and pull gently with tweezers, then disinfect the environment.
How is oral melanoma in dogs treated?
Surgical removal is usually advised for dogs with melanoma, often followed by chemo, radiation, or immunotherapy to prevent recurrence or spread. Tumor size guides the approach.
Whole-body hair loss, no improvement after two months of Vidachen spray
There are many causes of hamster hair loss, including parasites, fungal infection, endocrine disorder, and allergic dermatitis. A skin scraping and related tests at a pet hospital are recommended to find the cause.
Why does a puppy eat grass often?
Frequent grass-eating may be boredom, nutrient deficiency (pica), digestion aid, or self-medication when unwell.
My dog loves licking my hands and feet and hates the crate.
If diarrhea appears after internal deworming, it is usually normal and resolves in 1 to 2 days; give probiotics. Persistent or severe cases need a vet.
What happens when a dog gets pneumonia?
Canine pneumonia brings coughing, fever, low energy, poor appetite, and colored nasal discharge. Untreated it can be life-threatening, so see a vet at once.
What are the signs of a dog infected with toxoplasmosis?
Signs of canine toxoplasmosis include rapid breathing, fever, diarrhea, pale or yellowed mucous membranes, breathing difficulty, and poor appetite. Dogs usually become infected by eating contaminated meat or prolonged contact with infected cat feces.
Why is my dog’s scalp skin ulcerating?
From the photo the lesion has discharge, likely a bacterial infection. Take the dog for a skin check; if bacterial, flush with peroxide or saline, dry, and apply antibacterial ointment. Keep a collar on to stop scratching.