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Why a Cat May Die the Day After a Bath
Why would a cat die the day after a bath? Experienced owners know it is usually a stress reaction. Here is what you should understand.
How to Treat a Cat’s Black Chin (Feline Acne)
That cute cat has 'coal cinders' on its chin like it stole coal. As a responsible owner, do not ignore this beauty and health issue.
What to Know Before Taking Your Dog Swimming
Not all dogs swim naturally. Use a life jacket for brachycephalic, young or old dogs, avoid unknown rivers, and always teach where to exit.
Symptoms and Treatment of Canine Campylobacteriosis
Canine campylobacteriosis, also called canine fox fever, is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by Campylobacter jejuni that mainly presents as diarrhea.
What Medicine to Give a Dog With a Cold
As temperatures drop and daily temperature swings widen, dogs with weaker immunity can catch colds, with sneezing, runny noses and fevers. This article explains how to recognize a dog cold and how to treat it safely based on the dog's weight.
Why Does a Hamster Have Soft Stools?
Soft stool — yellow-green, soft, watery or mucus-coated, faintly smelly — differs from the normal dry black or dark-brown pellet. Causes: too much water (lots of fruit/veg or wet leaves), stress (fright, weaning, crowding, bad antibiotics), chills and colds, bedding or food allergy, or early wet tail (acute enteritis, with a clear or white mucus coat). Season changes raise risk, especially in prone hamsters.
Diet Tips to Help Prevent Cat Hepatitis
Many illnesses enter through the mouth, and cat hepatitis is linked to poor diet. Adjusting what and how your cat eats can lower the risk of diet-related liver disease. Here are practical diet tips.
How to Treat Cat Roundworms (and Which Medicine)
Roundworms are a common internal parasite in cats, causing cough, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Treat promptly with dewormer. Here is how, and which medicine to use.
How to Diagnose and Treat Pet Pancreatitis
Diagnosing pet pancreatitis needs pancreatic-enzyme tests, upper-abdomen CT, and a complete blood count. The earlier it is diagnosed, the easier to treat. Acute and chronic pancreatitis differ in treatment. Here is how to diagnose and treat pet pancreatitis.
Hamster Breeding Guide (Part 2): Pregnancy and Lactation
After a successful mating, the doe shows nesting and food-hoarding behavior, visible weight gain by day 10, and a 15–22 day gestation. During lactation, leave mother and pups undisturbed with ample food and water; wean and separate pups to avoid fighting and inbreeding.