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How soon after neutering can a dog be given external deworming?
Neutering generally does not affect external deworming; if a drip-type external product is used and the dog shows no serious discomfort, external deworming can proceed. However, internal deworming is best done two weeks after surgery, since the wound is unhealed and resistance is low.
How to deworm a Samoyed internally?
You can use deworming medications such as Revolution, Heartgard, Frontline or Pu'ante for internal deworming, and each targets different parasites. Samoyeds can start deworming at 2 months, with monthly internal deworming before 6 months and every 2-3 months after. Dosage must be strictly controlled by body weight.
What happens when a dog’s tumor reaches an advanced stage?
In the late stage of a tumor, a dog may experience body pain, lethargy, loss of appetite, persistent vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms vary by cancer type, and if the malignant tumor is deemed untreatable by a veterinarian, euthanasia may be considered to spare the dog further suffering.
What is a Uromastyx (spiny-tailed lizard) like?
The Uromastyx is medium-sized with gorgeous colors and a gentle temperament, unlike fearsome wild lizards, making it a popular reptile. Imported types include Mali, Moroccan, ornate, Somali, peacock, Indian and Niger varieties.
It vomited yellow foam in the morning and now is vomiting clear water. What causes this?
Yellow gastric fluid vomiting has many causes, most commonly gastroenteritis such as parasitic, bacterial, foreign-body or viral types, and in older cats liver, kidney or pancreatic disease. The color hints at the location.
My long-haired cat has several lumps, as big as a date or as small as a peanut, but is active and eating well. What should I do?
Lumps on a cat are a symptom of skin disease, possibly scabs formed after the cat scratches the skin raw. First do a full check; at home you can use a Wood's lamp to see if it is ringworm, or go to the hospital for a skin scrape to identify the type before treating it.
What is a small lion-head Tibetan Mastiff like?
The mane on top of the head and around the neck of a small lion-head Tibetan Mastiff stands upright and is very long, giving it a majestic look. Its bark is relatively fine, its body is agile, and it fights fiercely like a mighty lion.
What happens if a dog eats cat food?
A dog can occasionally eat cat food since nutrition is similar, with no harm in small amounts. But cat food is high in protein and can cause poor digestion, smelly soft stool, and obesity if eaten a lot; some brands add taurine that poisons dogs in excess, so do not overfeed.
What is the Cocker Spaniel like?
The Cocker Spaniel comes in American and English types, with clear outlines, solid muscles, and strong endurance; it is one of the oldest known hunting dogs. Its calm gentle nature suits a family companion, but its long coat and large drooping ears need regular cleaning to avoid ear infection.
At what age should a cat start rabies vaccination?
A cat can get the rabies vaccine after three months. There are two vaccine types, one for infectious disease and one for rabies, given in that order, with a yearly rabies booster after the first. Avoid bathing for at least a week after vaccination.