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How often do nursing kittens defecate?
Defecation frequency varies by age. Before 20 days, kittens cannot go on their own and need the mother's stimulation, so they go every 1-2 days. After one month, gut motility improves and they go 2-4 times daily; some with poor diet may go every 2-4 days. Persistent absence needs a vet.
What happens if a cat’s leg is injured?
A leg injury causes pain, lameness, and swelling; untreated it may leave aftereffects or, if infected, threaten life. See a vet; soft-tissue injury needs circulation herbs and rest for 7-10 days, while fractures need fixation or surgery.
What happens if a squirrel catches a cold?
A sick squirrel sneezes, has runny eyes and nose, poor appetite, red eyes, and lethargy. Because squirrels are fragile, untreated colds can become pneumonia with labored breathing and even death. See a vet, keep it warm, and boost nutrition.
What does a normal neuter wound look like on a male cat?
A normal wound is close to the skin color, with no redness, inflammation, or discharge, and shows gradual healing. The wound is usually small and heals in about 7-10 days. During this time, use an Elizabethan collar to prevent licking.
What causes a cat to drool thick saliva for a long time?
Chronic thick drooling in cats is often related to oral diseases such as tartar, gingivitis, or stomatitis caused by calicivirus. Ongoing inflammation stimulates saliva production, leading to excessive drooling. It is best to check the cat's mouth and take it to a vet for further examination if problems are found.
What could red spots on a cat’s ear mean?
Red spots on a cat's ear have several possible causes. One: bites from mosquitoes or fleas cause skin allergy with red bumps; apply a healing gel and deworm on schedule. Two: if there is scratching with dandruff and crusts, it may be fungal or bacterial infection; use an Elizabethan collar and a pet spray. Three: subcutaneous bleeding points from a clotting disorder; check for other spots and see a vet.
What happens before a cat gives birth?
Before birth a cat shows odd behavior: heavy panting, restlessness, low appetite, nest-digging, pacing, and moaning. The body changes too: temperature drops about 1 degree a day before, sticky discharge at the vulva, swollen nipples with milk when squeezed. Move it to a suitable place; if long straining with no kitten, see a vet.
What is normal urination and defecation for a Doberman puppy?
Normally a Doberman puppy's stool is yellow, soft but not too watery, 1 to 3 times a day. Loose, frequent stool means diarrhea; give probiotics and see a vet if no improvement. Urine is normally pale yellow and clear; dark urine means low water intake, so give warm water.
Why is there a bald patch on my cat’s neck after grooming?
Bald spots on a cat's back are not necessarily ringworm. Based on the photo, the smooth bald area suggests follicle damage and hair loss from rough grooming; nutritional hair loss, endocrine imbalance, or seasonal shedding are also possible. If there is frequent scratching with redness, it may be allergic dermatitis from skin parasites. Use an Elizabethan collar, add vitamins, fish oil, and lecithin to help hair regrow, and apply iodine for disinfection; do a monthly external parasite treatment.
How long after vaccination can a cat be bathed?
Bathe a cat about one week after vaccination, because resistance drops right after and bathing then easily causes disease or skin infection. Wait until antibodies form and the body recovers. After vaccination watch for side effects; mild low appetite, diarrhea, or vomiting within two days is normal, but beyond two days seek a vet.