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What Medicine Should I Give a Dog That Vomits?
Vomiting has many causes, so identify the reason before medicating; mild cases from fast eating may just need probiotics. Persistent vomiting requires a vet visit to find and treat the underlying cause.
Why are my cat’s eyes red and swollen?
From the photo, the eye bulges with a cloudy pupil, possibly corneal injury with inflammation; take the cat to a vet for eye exam and treatment. If a visit is inconvenient, use an Elizabethan collar to prevent scratching and neomycin sulfate drops.
How is a dog’s mental state after getting distemper?
After distemper infection a dog is usually listless, with fever, poor appetite and sleepiness, and reacts less to its surroundings. As it progresses, the virus may hit the nervous system, causing involuntary limb movements, circling, foaming, drooling and abnormal behavior. See a vet if suspected.
My dog is in low spirits, coughs in bouts, vomits phlegm-like matter, is sleepy, and eats and drinks little
From your description, the dog coughs, vomits phlegm, is sleepy, eats little, and is in low spirits. Causes include viral, bacterial, fungal, or parasitic infection. If unsure, take it to a vet to find the cause and treat; prompt care prevents worsening.
My silver fox hamster was badly injured in a fight; today it has wet tail, soft body, no strength, won’t eat
From your description, the silver fox hamster shows wet tail and no eating after a fight, possibly serious injury or wet-tail disease. Its symptoms are severe; long lack of food and diarrhea easily cause dehydration, so take it to a vet promptly for examination.
My cat’s chin is crooked with a lump; it hurts when touched but does not affect eating
A crooked chin with a painful lump may come from impact, infection, or other factors; take the cat to a vet to find the cause and treat it. Do not medicate blindly; get a professional diagnosis to avoid harm.
My 2-month-old cat sneezes occasionally, had a brief limp, dry nose, normal stool, energetic
From your description, the cat sneezes occasionally but stool and spirits are normal, so keep observing and provide a clean, quiet place. If sneezing persists or other symptoms appear, take it to a vet for professional care.
My 3-month-old Labrador just arrived; lively in the morning, then listless at noon with diarrhea, vomiting, hiccups, no appetite
Lethargy, diarrhea, and vomiting can come from bad diet, parasites, or viruses. Since symptoms appeared right after arrival, stress cannot be ruled out and may be severe; a vet check is warranted. The vet will examine fully to find the cause and give proper treatment.
My dog coughs with a harsh sound, is in low spirits, and has poor appetite
Coughing with poor appetite can stem from distemper, kennel cough, pneumonia, or a cold, or from irritation by cold air, smoke, or dust. If coughing persists, take the dog to a vet for diagnosis and proper treatment.
What causes the bump near my dog’s eye?
From the photo, the bump near the eye may come from trauma, parasite bites, or allergies, causing bumps and scabs, plus some conjunctivitis. Use pet eye drops for relief. Bacterial or fungal infection can cause papules; fleas or mites can cause allergic swelling. A skin scraping at the vet can confirm the cause.