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What should I do if my dog won’t eat, won’t drink, and is lethargic?
A dog that won't eat, won't drink, and is lethargic should be taken to a vet promptly - it's a common sign of illness, and prolonged refusal to eat or drink can cause hypoglycemia and low blood pressure, especially in puppies. Causes vary and symptoms alone can't confirm a diagnosis, so exams are needed; if it's very weak, give oral glucose and get it to a vet fast.
The Dangers of Dental Tartar in Dogs
Dog tartar is hard buildup of bacteria and food debris along the gumline. Left alone it drives gingivitis, bad breath, loose or lost teeth, mouth infection, periodontal disease, respiratory infection, and even whole-body issues like heart, kidney, and diabetes risk. Prevention means regular brushing, dry food over wet, and limiting sugar and starch. Severe cases need a professional dental cleaning, and badly loose teeth may require extraction.
Why Is Your Dog Weak in the Hind Legs and Unsteady
A dog that walks with weak, wobbly legs can signal many problems: lack of exercise, poor nutrition, fatigue, heart or respiratory disease, muscle or skeletal disorders, anemia, diabetes, or thyroid trouble. A single, bland diet or long hunger can cause dehydration and low blood sugar, calcium, or potassium, leading to dizziness and weakness. Overexertion alone may just need rest. If the signs persist, a vet visit with bloodwork and X-rays pinpoints the cause and guides treatment.
Pancake Tortoise
A flat, flexible, rock-crevice tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri) that flees instead of hiding - a fast, escape-prone, CITES II conservation concern.
Marginated Tortoise
The largest Mediterranean tortoise, with a fan-like flared rear shell - temperate-climate friendly and a good (if winter-careful) European tortoise.
Yellow-footed Tortoise
A large, colourful rainforest tortoise from South America, close cousin of the red-foot, with yellow rather than red limb scales - active and personable.
Red-footed Tortoise
A colourful, forest-dwelling tortoise from South America with red and orange scales on its limbs - active, personable, and a superb interactive pet tortoise.
Florida Box Turtle
A strikingly patterned subspecies of the common box turtle from Florida, with a high domed shell, a hinged plastron, and a lifespan that can exceed a century.
Razor-backed Musk Turtle
The Razor-backed Musk Turtle (Sternotherus carinatus), affectionately called the 'razor' or 'little razor,' has a uniquely keeled, roof-like carapace. A common and easy musk turtle, it is active and interactive with keepers.
Common Spider Tortoise
The Common Spider Tortoise (Pyxis arachnoides) is a tiny forest tortoise endemic to Madagascar. Never captive-bred and only wild-caught in trade, it is demanding and listed on CITES Appendix I, so buy with caution.