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Why Is My Cat’s Rear End Ulcerated?
Anal ulcers often come from a sharp-object wound infected by waste, or long-term feces stuck around the anus causing stretching and infection. Clean and treat the area, and see a vet if it doesn't heal.
Why Has the Area Outside My Cat’s Ear Turned Black and Lost Hair?
A French Bulldog's short nasal structure makes it prone to rapid breathing and panting, which is normal after heat or exercise and settles with rest. Persistent or abnormal panting may signal respiratory infection or asthma needing veterinary care.
Why Does My Dog Wet the Bed in Its Sleep?
Bed-wetting during sleep is normal in young puppies whose organs aren't fully developed, and can also stem from fear or anxiety. A urinary tract infection may be the cause, and persistent cases need a vet.
Why Is My Dog Crying, Blinking, and Has Swollen Eyes with Red Spots Around Them?
Tearing and frequent blinking are often from ingrown eyelashes or a foreign object irritating the eye. Check for ingrown lashes or remove debris, and see a vet if symptoms persist.
My Dog’s Corneal Ulcer Got Worse After Two Days of Eye Drops, with a Darker White Film. Why?
A worsening white film after eye drops may mean the drops don't match the condition, or there is corneal disease, inflammation, lens sclerosis, or cataracts. See a vet if it doesn't improve, and identify the exact cause for targeted treatment.
What happens if a cat breaks its leg?
The symptoms of a cat's broken leg vary by severity and location, and may include painful crying, biting or licking the injury, reluctance to move or jump, local swelling, displacement, deformity, and difficulty walking. When the injured area is touched, the cat may show pain responses such as flinching, crying, dodging, or biting.
My Dog Twitches and Acts Like Vomiting Every Time He Eats, for Almost Half a Month. What’s Wrong?
Stomach twitching and vomiting when eating can come from infectious or painful conditions such as pancreatitis, gastroenteritis, gastric spasm, or abnormal intestinal motility. Have a vet examine the dog to find the cause and treat it specifically.
My Puppy Was Stepped on the Neck and Keeps Crying, with a Cracking Sound. Could It Be a Fracture?
Based on your description, a fracture cannot be ruled out, so take the puppy to a vet promptly. X-rays will check for bone injury, and if none is found, MRI or CT can assess nerve damage; a neck fracture would need internal fixation surgery.
My Dog Keeps Coughing, Especially When He Gets Old. What Could Be Wrong?
A dog's cough can stem from respiratory infection, lung infection, or kennel cough, especially when temperature changes cause colds. Keep the environment calm and odor-free, and see a vet if the cough persists.
Why is my kitten’s belly so big?
A young kitten's belly is usually round and full because kittens cannot defecate on their own and need stimulation. Overeating that is not digested can also cause bloating. In that case, give pet probiotics to regulate the stomach. Worms in the abdomen can also cause bloating and require deworming.