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Newborn puppy (two days) is purple-black all over – what is this?
Purple skin in newborns: hypoxia (low blood oxygen from respiratory/circulatory issues), cold (poor temp control), allergic purpura/poisoning/immune disease, or birth trauma bruising. Get emergency vet care.
My puppy has a growth on its back; not sure what disease it is or how to treat
The photo is blurry, can't tell if it's a tick. If the lump is separate from skin, it's likely a tick—deworm. If attached, it's an abscess/crust, possibly seborrheic dermatitis or mites: deworm, clip fur, clean with saline, iodine, apply pet antibacterial spray/ointment, watch 7 days, else see a vet.
What happens if a puppy’s nose is dry?
A dry nose in a puppy can be caused by several things. First, just after waking or finishing intense exercise, the nose may be a little dry, which is normal. Second, when indoor air is very dry or the dog's water intake is low, the nose also gets dry; it is recommended to give the dog more water. In addition, skin dehydration or skin disease (such as demodex) can also cause a dry nose, usually with skin rashes, itching, and hair loss, which needs a prompt skin scraping at a vet to find the cause and treat. Finally, if the nose is dry and hot to the touch, it may signal a rising body temperature, with causes including respiratory infection, parvovirus, or distemper; if the dog also has lethargy, vomiting, a runny nose, or coughing, see a vet promptly.
What happens if a puppy gets diarrhea from drinking milk?
Milk diarrhea is usually lactose intolerance; frequent diarrhea can dehydrate (sunken eyes, dry mouth, low skin elasticity) and imbalance electrolytes, even fatal. Stop milk, give anti-diarrhea meds and probiotics, and see a vet if no relief.
How can I tell if a Golden Retriever puppy is healthy?
Check: lively, alert, normal appetite; bright eyes, slightly moist nose, clean ears (no swelling, discharge, odor, bad breath); soft glossy coat (no hair loss, red skin); formed, normal-color stools without blood or strong odor.
What happens if you bathe a 20-day-old puppy?
Bathing a 20-day pup likely causes chills or colds (weak immunity), even pneumonia; it can't regulate temperature and may stay hypothermic; delicate skin and coat may suffer. Wait until about 2 months; if necessary, keep it warm.
How do I pick a German Shepherd puppy?
Buy from a reputable breeder or shop with a pedigree certificate. Check the build: muzzle roughly equal to skull, almond eyes, muscular compact body, straight back, deep chest. A healthy pup is lively, bright-eyed, and alert with no obvious faults.
How do I choose a Teddy (Poodle) puppy?
Buy from a reputable pet store or breeder for assurance. Request a pedigree certificate to verify the bloodline and check the puppy matches the purebred standard. Inspect coat, skin, teeth, eyes, ears, and limbs for deformities, bad breath, or hair loss.
What are the symptoms of breast cancer in a puppy?
Common signs are hard mammary glands, bordered lumps of varying size, and pain. Late stages show abnormal nipple discharge, areola lumps, skin ulcers, anemia, and weight loss. If found, take the dog to a vet for blood and imaging tests like mammography or ultrasound early.
What if a Golden Retriever puppy is locked in the bathroom overnight?
An overnight stay in the bathroom causes physical and psychological harm: the damp, bacteria-rich environment easily causes skin disease, and wrong temperature causes cold or heatstroke. Long confinement causes loneliness and anxiety, leading to behavior problems.