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Postpartum Urinary Dribbling in Cats
Postpartum urinary dribbling or incontinence in cats comes from depleted qi and blood after birth, leaving the central qi too weak to hold urine. It presents in three patterns — qi deficiency, kidney deficiency, and birth trauma — and typically responds to a single dose of a qi-lifting herbal decoction.
What happens if a dog lacks calcium?
Calcium deficiency causes osteoporosis, limb weakness, unstable walking, joint deformity, and easier fractures. It also brings anorexia, lethargy, thinness, dull coat, and hair loss. Puppies get X/O legs, double rows of teeth, and flared ribs; severe cases cause standing difficulty.
What causes sudden convulsions in a dog?
Convulsions may come from epilepsy, calcium deficiency, parasites or distemper. Nursing mothers risk postpartum eclampsia; severe cases need a vet to find the cause.
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.