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My dog’s face is paralyzed on one side and the eye won’t blink — is it facial paralysis?
One-sided facial paralysis with a non-blinking eye suggests facial-nerve damage; a CT is needed to find the cause before any treatment.
Why is my cat suddenly drinking so much water?
Increased water intake may be from salty food or dry weather. If those are ruled out, consider diabetes or kidney disease. Diabetic cats typically show increased drinking and urination, increased appetite but weight loss. If these symptoms appear, take the cat to a vet promptly for examination and targeted treatment to avoid worsening.
My cat has diarrhea but no vomiting and seems fine — what should I do?
Causes of cat diarrhea include indigestion, gastroenteritis, intestinal parasite infection, and viral infection. If the cat is in good spirits, the owner can first withhold food for a while, give some smectite (diarrhea medication) to stop diarrhea, and some pet probiotics, then observe. If diarrhea persists or other abnormal symptoms appear, take it to a vet promptly.
My dog has mites, some areas are ulcerated, and it won’t eat — what’s wrong?
Based on the photos and description, the symptoms are mainly considered a secondary mixed bacterial infection after mite infestation. Without prompt treatment, excessive scratching easily leads to bacterial infection. For diagnosis, take the dog to a vet for a skin scraping microscopy. If mites and bacteria are confirmed, medicated baths plus topical or oral medication are generally recommended.
How to Stop a Teddy Bear Dog from Barking?
Frequent barking may come from unmet needs, boredom, or environment. Meet hunger, thirst, and potty needs, give fixed playtime, reduce nighttime noise and light, and see a vet if the bark is weak with other symptoms.
What to Do When a Cat Has a Cold?
For a normal cat cold, use pet-specific cold and anti-inflammatory medicine such as amoxicillin-clavulanate, doxycycline, or Shuanghuanglian oral liquid. Never use human cold medicine (toxicity risk). Keep the cat warm, add nutrition, and see a vet if no relief in 2-3 days.
Why Is This Stray Cat Not Eating or Drinking?
From the photo the cat may have calicivirus, but one photo cannot confirm it. Take it to a vet; if calicivirus is confirmed, give antiviral and symptomatic care (interferon, antibiotics) plus nutrition to boost immunity.
Why Won’t My New Turtle Eat (and Is Shedding Normal)?
A newly arrived turtle often refuses food from fear of the new place; this lasts 3-7 days and is fine if it starts eating. Low temperature or disliked food also lowers appetite. Shedding can be normal; see a vet only if abnormal signs appear.
Is It OK to Feed a Border Collie Raw Beef from a Young Age?
Raw beef gives protein and helps clean teeth, but a beef-only diet lacks balance, may carry bacteria or parasites, and can upset a puppy's digestion. Variety and safe handling matter.
What Should I Do If My Cat Is Breathing Rapidly?
Rapid breathing can follow exercise or signal lung, heart, or other disease. If it persists or comes with other symptoms, see a vet to find the cause.