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How does a Labrador fight?
Labradors fight quite well; though gentle, they defend when threatened. With a wide jaw, sharp teeth and large size, they are among the stronger pet dogs.
What is a newborn kitten like?
A newborn kitten weighs 70-120 g with sparse fur, closed eyes and weak cries, crawling only. It opens eyes around day 7, hears by day 10, and walks by day 21.
I have a Teddy puppy and need to give metronidazole tablets; what dose? I bought 0.2g tablets.
The dog's loose teeth are from tartar causing periodontitis; regular dental cleaning is needed, and metronidazole can help with gum infection but use a pet-specific product dosed by weight. Daily brushing and dry food reduce tartar.
It is a Bichon Frise; about how old is the dog?
Based on tooth wear and tartar in the photo, the dog is about 4-6 years old, though diet and oral care affect accuracy. Age can also be judged from face, gait, and coat.
My hamster chews the cage for a long time with another hamster inside – is it excitement or illness?
Excited hamsters climb and chew crazily but stop after play. Disease causing abnormal nerve excitement is hard to control and lasts long, so see a vet. If the hamster is alert, eating well, and just chewing, it likely needs to gnaw - provide chew sticks or stones.
What happens if a kitten doesn’t get sunlight?
Long-term lack of sun affects bone development because sunlight provides vitamin D3 for calcium use; deficiency can cause stunted growth, retained baby teeth, and rickets. It also harms skin health and can cause ringworm or mites, and may lead to depression and poor appetite.
Can Dogs Eat Donuts?
Dogs must not eat donuts; the starch, sugar, and chocolate add no nutrition and risk toxicity with drooling and tremors. Sweets harm teeth, and fat and sugar cause obesity.
What Happens If a Puppy Eats Dry Kibble?
Dry kibble can cause indigestion, vomiting, constipation, and pain in puppies with undeveloped stomachs. Feed softened food under 3 months, then ease into dry. Use probiotics if upset.
What happens if a puppy eats hard kibble?
Hard kibble causes indigestion, cramps, vomiting, and constipation in puppies with immature systems. Soften it under 3 months, then transition; use probiotics if upset.
What happens if a Golden Retriever lacks calcium?
Calcium deficiency causes poor bone development and joint deformation, O/X-shaped legs, even lameness or paralysis in puppies. It also causes retained baby teeth and slower, smaller growth.