Search Results
1129 results for “veterinary exam”
Is a Pet Health Check-Up Really Necessary?
Like human screenings, pet check-up prices vary by region, and yes, it's an extra cost—but it's not wasted money. A check-up includes an external exam (eyes, ears, mouth), bloodwork (inflammation, infection, anemia, organ function), radiology (bones and organs), fecal testing (parasites), and urinalysis (urinary tract; in older cats it also shows kidney health). Cats and dogs have limited lifespans and often develop multiple diseases in old age, so early detection changes the outcome. Schedule a first exam at about 30 days old, yearly for seniors, and roughly every two years for healthy adults. Always use a proper veterinary clinic.
What Is Stomatitis in Cats and What Are the Symptoms?
Feline stomatitis is inflammation of a cat's mouth, caused by various local irritants or systemic diseases, and may be localized or widespread, primary or secondary to another condition. It's an umbrella term covering glossitis, gingivitis, and mucosal inflammation. Signs include poor appetite, drooling, painful chewing, red swollen gums, and bad breath; severe cases show blisters and ulcers. The cause is unclear but likely immune-mediated. Treatment is either medical (chlorhexidine rinses plus antibiotics and corticosteroids under veterinary supervision) or, for stubborn cases, extraction of the premolars and molars — sometimes a full-mouth extraction.
Why Is My Dog Walking Weakly or Lacking Energy?
A dog that suddenly walks weakly or seems unable to move may be showing signs of an underlying problem. Common causes range from simple fatigue, hunger, thirst, low blood sugar, or calcium deficiency to musculoskeletal issues such as osteoporosis, fractures, sprains, or bone tumors. Other diseases—heart conditions, parasite infections, gastrointestinal disease, anemia, or viral infections—can also cause weakness. Because the cause can be minor or serious, have your dog examined by a veterinarian promptly; the vet can diagnose the issue accurately and recommend effective treatment, while proper diet, rest, and exercise help keep your dog healthy.
Why Is My Dog’s Eye Swollen?
A swollen dog eye can come from many sources: a diet that's too salty or dry (so-called 'internal heat'), minor bumps and scratches from play, a stray eyelash or dust, strong odors, or an actual eye infection like conjunctivitis. Mild cases often improve with a gentle clean, a saline rinse, and dog-specific eye drops, but swelling with redness, discharge, or no improvement after a few days should be checked by a vet. Acting early prevents minor irritation from becoming a serious infection.
How does a dog get infected with coccidia?
Dogs catch coccidia by licking an infected dog's feces or contaminated food/water, or by picking up oocysts while playing in grass; the oocysts develop in the gut and multiply. Signs include soft stools, diarrhea, reduced appetite, low fever, weight loss, slow growth, anemia, and dehydration — a fecal exam and sulfadimethoxine treatment are needed.
My puppy ate two raisins and had diarrhea but seems fine — will he be okay?
Diarrhea after eating raisins means an immediate vet visit. If tests rule out organ damage and the dog is energetic, oral probiotics or symptomatic care usually leads to recovery in 3–5 days. Raisins and grapes contain cyanogenic compounds dogs cannot metabolize; enough of them destroys hemoglobin and causes anemia and kidney failure, and even a small amount can upset a small dog's gut.
How is a dog’s pregnancy terminated?
If the pregnancy is not far along, have a vet examine the dog; if appropriate, a spay surgery both terminates the pregnancy and prevents future ones. Abortion medication is an option but carries serious side effects and must be vet-supervised; afterward, supplement nutrition to aid recovery.
What medication should I give my dog for mouth ulcers?
Mouth ulcers have different causes needing different treatment. For trauma-based ulcers, metronidazole and an oral antibacterial spray can relieve inflammation. If it doesn't improve or other symptoms appear, see a vet.
Will my cat’s red, swollen gums heal on their own?
Whether red, swollen gums heal on their own depends on the cause and severity. Trauma-related swelling may self-heal; viral, immune, or serious disease usually won't. For mild cases, an anti-inflammatory oral spray helps; with other symptoms, see a vet.
My dog keeps vomiting thick yellow fluid, is lethargic, has a swollen chest, and makes choking sounds
Vomiting yellow fluid with a swollen chest and wheezing may point to a lung problem or other disease. See a vet at once — ongoing vomiting causes dehydration and wheezing can lead to suffocation; delaying is life-threatening.