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Why does my puppy keep scratching, especially around its face and biting its hind legs?
Persistent scratching usually signals itchiness from causes such as parasite bites, allergies, or skin conditions. Check your dog for parasites and apply a topical treatment if found, but if the cause is unclear, have a veterinarian examine your pet and treat accordingly.
My 50-day-old Corgi puppy’s mouth is swollen and it won’t eat — anti-inflammatory and pain shots didn’t help, and several vets had no answer
The photo is blurry so the exact problem isn't clear, but it's likely not a mystery case — get a second opinion at another hospital. For a swelling in the mouth, ask for a fine-needle aspirate and cytology to rule out a tumor and determine its nature, plus bloodwork and an allergy test, since allergies can also cause oral and mucosal swelling. Find the cause before treating.
How can I eliminate my puppy’s tear stains?
Puppy tear stains can be cleared by improving diet, cleaning and trimming fur, and medication or surgery. First find the cause — blocked tear ducts need opening and regular eye-fur cleaning; too much oil and salt worsens stains, so keep the diet light and encourage water.
My puppy suddenly ran around barking, had seizures, then collapsed panting — but recovered and still interacts with me
Sudden seizures, barking, and panting that quickly return to normal can point to neuritis or a paroxysmal pain condition such as bone spurs, disc herniation, or arthritis. See a vet for a full check. Neuritis from vitamin or mineral deficiency needs anti-inflammatory treatment plus nutritional support.
My puppy has a cleft lip/palate I only just noticed — what should I do?
The photo shows a congenital cleft lip and palate, a developmental defect that affects normal breathing, eating, and vocalization, with risks such as swallowing dysfunction and aspiration pneumonia. Feed via tube and help it learn to eat solids; surgical repair is usually needed to restore normal function.
My Puppy Has a Soft Lump on the Belly — What Could It Be?
It's likely an umbilical hernia; watch it and avoid rough play while your puppy is young — most close on their own, but surgical repair is needed if it persists past six months.
Can I give my three-month-old, one-to-two-pound puppy children’s fever medicine, and will a cool wet towel on his belly help?
If your dog has only a mild fever (a rise of no more than 1°C), you can help bring it down with physical cooling—wipe the abdomen and paw pads with alcohol and monitor the temperature closely. If the temperature rises by more than 1°C, take your dog to the vet promptly to avoid delaying treatment. Children's fever medicine is not recommended, because it is easy to overdose and risk poisoning your dog.
My four- to five-month-old puppy has cloudy white eyes, can’t see, keeps them shut, bumps into things, has pus-like discharge, and keeps scratching at its eyes—what’s wrong?
Based on the description and photos, your puppy may have infectious canine hepatitis. Take it to a vet for further examination and targeted treatment based on the cause and severity. High-titer immune serum given early in the disease is very effective, but once clear clinical signs appear the prognosis is much poorer. Other measures include liver-support therapy, antiviral treatment, controlling secondary infection, jaundice management, and keratitis treatment.
My pregnant cat had diarrhea, then a new puppy arrived, and now she won’t eat, is in pain, and can’t sit — what’s wrong?
Your cat's diarrhea and abdominal pain are most likely caused by a gastrointestinal problem rather than the pregnancy itself, possibly from indigestion, improper diet, or stress. Because miscarriage or difficult labor cannot be ruled out, she should be seen by a veterinarian promptly.
What should I do if my puppy has pus-like eye discharge?
Pus-like eye discharge in a puppy is often due to overheating or an inflammatory infection. Clean the eyes with pet wipes or an eye wash, then apply a pet-specific antibacterial eye drop two to three times daily, and keep the diet light. If symptoms do not improve, take the puppy to a veterinary clinic for proper diagnosis and treatment.