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Why does a dog develop black spots on its skin?
Black spots usually come from melanin deposits, skin disease or external parasites. Harmless if alone, but if with redness, hair loss or itch, see a vet for diagnosis.
My cat keeps one eye shut with discharge and clear tear stains – what’s wrong?
This may be conjunctivitis or eyelid inflammation, or an injury. Try pet eye drops and cleaning; see a vet if no improvement.
My kitten has nasal discharge it cannot clear, is uncomfortable and low in energy – what’s wrong?
Nasal discharge with low energy in a kitten likely points to a respiratory infection from herpesvirus, calicivirus, mycoplasma or chlamydia. Vaccinate and isolate if confirmed, and keep the kitten warm.
My cat is limp, ears cold and pale, pupils dilated, not eating, body soft, nose dry.
From the signs the cat is critical; the exact cause is unclear but urgent vet care is needed. Warm it with a blanket if the room is cold, but getting to a vet is most important.
Why are there black crusts above my cat’s eyes?
Black crusts above the eyes may be fungal infection damaging skin and follicles, darkening the skin. A skin scraping at the vet finds the cause; use a collar meanwhile.
My cat ran out, came back with diarrhea-matted fur, then hid and now has a bare, raw spot at the rear. What is it?
The photo only shows hair loss at an unclear spot, so the cause is hard to judge. See a vet; meanwhile use a collar and clean with saline.
Why is there a bald, pus-filled patch behind my cat’s ear?
A bald, oozing spot behind the ear is often fungal or bacterial dermatitis or a parasite infection. A skin scraping at the vet identifies the cause. Meanwhile, use a pet antiseptic spray and watch for improvement.
Why does my cat frequently vomit yellow bile?
It may be acute gastroenteritis from indigestion or a swallowed object; if unvaccinated, consider virus or parasites. See a vet for DR/ultrasound; try pet GI meds at home if unable to go.
Cat has sat hunched for a week, not afraid of people, weak, eyes barely open, not eating, skinny to the bone – what could it be?
Not eating and lethargic can mean gastroenteritis, panleukopenia, parasites, or hairballs. See a vet if possible; worms in stool point to parasites needing deworming.
Why is my cat crying out and unable to stand?
Causes include low blood sugar, hypothermia, poisoning, pain, or bone abnormality. Get an X-ray at the vet; if unavailable, warm it and give glucose, and see a vet if no improvement.