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How long does it take a German Shepherd with flat feet to recover?
With active care, a German Shepherd's flat feet (splayed paw) usually recovers in about a month. Calcium deficiency or uneven weight bearing is often the cause.
When do rabbits reach adulthood?
Most rabbits reach adulthood at around 6 months of age. Adult males typically weigh 5.5-6.0 kg, while adult females weigh about 6.0-6.5 kg.
How long does it take to treat a dog’s oro-nasal fistula?
A dog's oro-nasal fistula generally heals in 1 to 2 weeks, depending on severity. Small, uninfected fistulas may heal within a week, while serious ones may need surgery and about two weeks of rest.
How long can a golden arowana live in captivity?
A golden arowana typically lives 10 to 18 years, with the actual lifespan depending on its environment and how it is kept. Captive golden arowanas usually live more than 10 years when properly cared for.
How long does it take for a dog’s bronchitis to heal?
A dog's bronchitis generally takes 1 to 2 weeks to resolve, depending on the dog's overall condition and the severity of the illness. Mild cases often show clear improvement after about one week of treatment, while more serious cases may need around two weeks.
My rabbit licks its feet until the fur is gone, showing red skin, on both hind legs
This is usually skin disease from itching causing the licking and hair loss; common causes are fungal, mite, or allergic dermatitis. See a vet, clean the area, use a collar, and keep the cage dry and disinfected.
What to do if my Golden Retriever has pyoderma
Pyoderma is usually bacterial and needs antibiotics: clean scales and pus, apply topical and oral antibiotics like cephalosporins or amoxicillin-clavulanate. For deep or recurring cases, do a scrape and sensitivity test first to avoid resistance; bathe medically and use a collar.
How long can an Oscar fish live?
An Oscar can live over 10 years with good care. It is a long-lived tropical fish needing a large tank; it eats and excretes much and can grow about 3 cm a month, so feed it enough for steady growth.
I applied clotrimazole and iodine to my kitten, it escaped the collar and licked the cream, will it be poisoned?
Clotrimazole is a topical antifungal; one small lick usually does not poison, but eating a lot over time can harm the liver and gut with vomiting or jaundice. See a vet if signs appear, and always use a collar during treatment.
My 3-year British Shorthair had urethral stricture after surgery and keeps closing up what can help?
Post-surgery urethral adhesion means the inner walls stick, from poor tissue alignment, tension, urine leak, or licking, blocking urine. It may need a second surgery to separate and dilate the urethra, with antibiotics and no licking.