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Cat dry heaving, squatting, head forward twitching, cough-like sound, low spirits—two of three cats affected
Dry heaving has many causes: acute gastroenteritis, bacterial enteritis, gas or indigestion; upper respiratory infection or allergens with throat phlegm; hairballs or foreign bodies blocking gut/esophagus; or contagious diseases like panleukopenia, FIP or rhinotracheitis. Have a vet examine the cats to find the cause before treatment.
How should a cat’s wound be treated?
Wound care depends on the type. For a skin scrape, put on an Elizabethan collar, disinfect with iodine or alcohol, then spray anti-inflammatory spray daily. For deep wounds see a vet for possible cleaning and stitches. For exposed fractures or ligament injuries, get X-rays and limit movement during recovery.
How can you fatten up a Siamese cat?
To add weight: offer high-protein, high-calorie foods like rich kitten food, goat milk, canned food or nutritional paste, plus chicken, egg, fish or lean meat, but control total intake to avoid obesity. Increase meals from 2-3 to 4-6 times daily in smaller portions to aid digestion. If weight won't rise, see a vet for parasites or illness.
How should an elderly Siamese cat be fed?
Feeding an elderly Siamese cat needs care: control diet because slower metabolism leads to obesity, while ensuring balanced nutrition with enough protein, vitamins and minerals. Elderly cats are prone to kidney problems from thirst, so provide plenty of clean drinking water. Regular vet checkups help catch problems early.
How long does dog gingivitis take to heal?
Dog gingivitis usually clears in about a week with treatment. Mild cases need anti-inflammatories; tartar needs a vet cleaning, and no improvement means a check-up.
My cat was neutered and on the first night the wound looks like this; is it serious, is this normal?
The photo shows the scrotal wound has opened a bit with tissue exposed and redness, risking poor healing. Watch for bleeding or redness; if so, see a vet, else disinfect with iodine and spray antibiotic. Most vets do not stitch such small wounds, but stitch if active; keep an E-collar.
How long after neutering does a male cat stop inappropriate urination?
A male cat usually stops spraying about 3 months after neutering. Hormone drop may keep the behavior about a month, then it fades. If it continues past 3 months, the surgery may have failed; see a vet.
How long does dog acute nephritis take to heal?
With active treatment, a dog can leave the hospital in about a week, then needs medicine to consolidate; chronic nephritis takes much longer. Treat with care, anti-inflammatory diuretics, and immune suppression; untreated it turns chronic.
Can chondroitin and Joint Strong be taken together?
They can generally be taken together as symptoms indicate and per vet advice. Chondroitin eases arthritis pain and slows joint aging; Joint Strong protects joints with vitamins and omega-3. Long-term use needs regular rechecks to avoid resistance and metabolic harm.
My cat’s nose is injured, it drools, sounds hoarse, and eats less; what is wrong?
This is likely not simple injury but stomatitis from calicivirus or immune disease. Check the mouth for bad odor, drooling, difficulty swallowing, and red ulcers. See a vet to confirm the cause.