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Brucellosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Brucella are small Gram-negative rods; cattle, sheep, and pigs are most susceptible, causing contagious abortion in breeding females. People become infected through contact with infected animals or by consuming their dairy products.
Why Does a Mother Dog Eat the Umbilical Cord?
Eating the cord is instinct: it takes nutrients (protein, fat, carbs) to regain strength, and it protects the pups by removing the placenta and cord so other animals are not attracted.
How can I tell if my dog has finished giving birth?
You can judge by checking the abdomen, the mother's overall condition, and whether the placentas have been expelled. A flat abdomen with no fetuses on gentle pressure, quiet weakness, and nursing puppies all signal labor is over. A B-ultrasound at a veterinary clinic is the most reliable confirmation.
Why Dogs Lick Their Genitals and When to Worry
Some genital licking is normal grooming, but excessive licking often signals a discharge from an underlying problem. The causes differ between males and females — here is what to watch for and how the vet investigates.
Why Your Puppy May Vomit Worms
A puppy that vomits worms usually has roundworms passed from the mother before birth. Prompt, weight-based deworming clears them, but delaying can block the gut. Regular deworming and a vet-guided dose keep puppies safe.
Can an Indoor Cat Still Get Feline Panleukopenia?
Even strictly indoor cats can catch panleukopenia, because owners may carry the virus home on shoes and clothing. Regular vaccination is the only reliable protection. Early signs include lethargy, poor appetite, and soft stools.
When a Dog Is Infected with Rabies
Rabies is not passed before birth or through milk; a dog catches it from the saliva of a rabid animal entering a wound. Once symptoms appear there is no cure and death follows within days, so vaccination is the only real protection.
How Long Does a Rabid Dog Survive?
A dog is not born with rabies; it catches the virus from a rabid animal's saliva through a bite wound. After signs appear, a dog usually dies within about 10 days, so prevention through vaccination is everything.
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