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My dog’s leg is injured and the skin is broken
Broken skin, hair loss, and scabs from a superficial wound need iodine disinfection and antibiotic ointment plus a collar. If from skin disease, get a scrape test first.
How long for a 3 cm flowerhorn to reach adulthood?
An adult flowerhorn is 23 to 30 cm; a 3 cm one needs about 8 months to reach adult size, longer in poor conditions. Strains differ, with the golden-flowered type maturing around 2 years; time depends on environment.
How long until a snow squirrel starves without food?
A squirrel dies after a few days without food. The snow squirrel is a tree squirrel that does not hibernate; it stores food in its burrow for winter. Ground squirrels can fast long while hibernating with stored fat.
Can I feed my rabbit grass I cut from a lawn, no pesticide, on a sunny day?
Home-cut grass can be fed if it is safe: not toxic, not polluted, not moldy, not too dry, and not too much. Avoid poisonous and roadside contaminated grass, prefer fresh, and watch type and amount for the rabbit's health.
How to identify what breed a dog is?
Identify a dog's breed by looks, behavior, voice, and origin or bloodline; mixed breeds are harder and may need a DNA test or a vet's opinion. Compare features like size, coat, ears, and tail.
How long can a dog with a splenic tumor live?
A splenic tumor needs prompt removal; survival after surgery depends on type, constitution, and care. Benign tumors may let the dog live years, while malignant ones may be fatal within months, so operate early.
How long does dog acute pancreatitis take to heal?
With prompt treatment, dog acute pancreatitis usually cures in 1 to 2 weeks, depending on severity and complications. It causes severe diarrhea and vomiting; early care uses fluids, anti-inflammation, pancreatic suppression, and gut protection.
My dog has patchy hair loss with black bumps where fur fell out
Smooth patchy hair loss suggests follicle damage from skin disease, hormone imbalance, or poor nutrition; black bumps may be folliculitis from oily skin. Get a skin and hormone check; meanwhile add fur-growth nutrients and use a collar if itchy.
How long does a dog vaccine stay effective?
A dog vaccine remains effective for only about 11 months, after which the dog must be revaccinated to boost immunity. There are vaccines against infectious disease and against rabies, each given on its own schedule.
My dog has a few scabs self-inflicted scratches or skin disease?
Based on the signs, hair loss, scabs, and redness are usually from skin disease, often triggered by itching and over-scratching from bacteria, fungus, allergy, or eczema. A skin exam at the clinic is best; if unavailable, use pet skin sprays and an antihistamine with a collar.