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What medicine should I use for a cat with red, swollen, tearing eyes that won’t open?
Red, swollen, tearing eyes that won't open in a cat are usually from inflammation or allergy. See a vet first to confirm the cause — treatment differs. Allergies are treated with glucocorticoids; bacterial inflammation is treated with a pet-specific antibacterial anti-inflammatory eye drop.
What causes a dog’s eyes to turn red?
A dog's red eyes can come from diet-related 'heat,' a foreign object, ingrown eyelashes, allergy, or eye disease (conjunctivitis, keratitis). Rinse with saline, then use chloramphenicol drops; if unsure or not improving, see a vet.
Why is my kitten’s head tilted back and stiff with weak limbs and no appetite?
A kitten with head arched back, stiff limbs, and no appetite may have nutritional deficiency, encephalitis, electrolyte imbalance, poisoning, epilepsy, or low blood sugar. Dehydration easily triggers hypoglycemic shock. See a vet promptly.
Why does my puppy keep scratching, especially its face and biting at its thighs?
Scratching means the dog is itchy and uncomfortable. Causes range from parasite bites and allergies to skin disease. Check the coat for parasites and apply external deworming if found; if the cause is unclear, see a vet for a targeted treatment plan.
Why does my puppy keep scratching — especially its face — and biting at its thighs?
Scratching means your dog is itchy or uncomfortable. The causes of itchy skin are many — parasite bites, allergies, skin disease and more. Check the coat and skin for abnormalities, apply a topical parasite treatment if you find parasites, and see a vet if the cause is unclear.
My one-month-old blue kitten vomits white liquid after a bowel movement — what causes this?
Vomiting can stem from indigestion, diet problems, or internal parasites; for an unvaccinated kitten also rule out infectious disease. Sudden food changes or unsuitable human food like milk can upset the gut. If the kitten is bright, fast it briefly and watch; if vomiting persists or other signs appear, see a vet.
My one-year-old neutered cat sleeps on the floor all day and avoids the air-conditioned room — is something wrong?
Constant lethargy can stem from health problems, environment, or stress; prolonged stress may even trigger FIP. Have the cat examined by a vet if the listlessness continues.
Why is my cat listless, lying on the floor and avoiding the air-conditioned room?
A cat that is constantly lethargic and lying down can have many causes: health problems, environment and stress. Vaccines, deworming, changes, or fright can cause low spirits, poor appetite and sleepiness, and prolonged stress may trigger FIP or cat flu. If it persists, see a vet to find the cause.
Hamster curled up, breathing fast, lethargic and not eating?
A hamster that curls up, breathes rapidly, is listless and stops eating may have an internal illness or inflammation such as a respiratory infection, pneumonia or heatstroke. See a vet if possible, rule out toxin ingestion, and if it is hot, cool and ventilate the environment.
Does My Cat Have Ringworm?
Redness can have several causes; confirm ringworm with a Wood's-lamp test (green glow under the light), otherwise have a vet examine the skin.