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What causes the bump near my dog’s eye?
From the photo, the bump near the eye may come from trauma, parasite bites, or allergies, causing bumps and scabs, plus some conjunctivitis. Use pet eye drops for relief. Bacterial or fungal infection can cause papules; fleas or mites can cause allergic swelling. A skin scraping at the vet can confirm the cause.
What should I do if my rabbit’s nail is split?
From the photo, the affected area has scabbing, possibly from a fungal infection; use antifungal medication. A split nail can also come from trauma or inflammation, needing anti-inflammatory and antibacterial treatment. Clean and disinfect the site first, then apply medication; if there is little improvement, see a vet.
Causes of Anorexia in Guinea Pigs
Guinea pig anorexia comes from both internal and external factors. Internally, overgrown or misaligned teeth, mouth sores, vitamin C deficiency, obesity, pain, or certain medications suppress appetite. Externally, sudden feed changes, temperature swings, stress, and food competition among cage-mates can all trigger refusal to eat.
Causes and Treatment of Swollen Parrot Eyes
Swollen parrot eyes have many causes - trauma, a foreign body, or a virus. Check for other symptoms first. Here is how to judge and treat.
Early Symptoms of Stomatitis in Cats
What are the early symptoms of cat stomatitis? It is often caused by trauma, bacterial, or viral infection, and severe cases drool. How is it treated? Let's learn with our experts.
What happens if you pick a cat up by its tail?
Picking a cat up by the tail terrifies it and strains muscles; the tail may not hold its weight and could fracture or dislocate if pulled. Repeatedly doing this creates fear, aggression, and distance, harming your bond.
Why would a cat suddenly go blind?
Sudden blindness has many causes: aging (lens hardening), diseases like keratitis, glaucoma, diabetes, or trauma to the eye. If vision drops, see a vet promptly.
Found a stray black-wolf puppy, looks a bit over two months, left eye cloudy and protruding with some red in the middle
The puppy may have corneal damage or intraocular bleeding, from trauma or infection. See a vet for an eye exam; if impossible now, use anti-inflammatory eye drops at home, and seek care if no improvement.
My cat’s eye swelled after a nap but it’s now eating and seems normal—what’s wrong?
From the photo, the closed eye and increased discharge suggest conjunctivitis, from trauma, bacterial/viral infection, or irritants, with tearing, redness, and crusted lids. Treat by cause—remove irritants then use antibiotic drops for irritants; antivirals for viral; keep an Elizabethan collar until healed.
My cat lost appetite (won’t even eat favorite treats), eyes watery and barely open, sleeps all day
Poor appetite and tearing may mean an eye problem—infection, allergy, or injury. Check for trauma; if none, consider infection or inflammation. Irritating smells in the environment may also cause it. Feline rhinotracheitis is possible; if it persists, see a vet soon.