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Why is there blood around my cat’s anus after defecation?
Often anal fissures from dry stool due to low water; increase water and use hairball paste. Soft stool suggests digestive issues, see vet.
Can a cat’s vomiting blood heal on its own?
No. Vomiting blood is serious, possibly from sharp objects, falls, parasites, or panleukopenia. Seek veterinary care immediately.
What if my cat walks with one paw off the ground?
Could be fracture, sprain, strain, or skin injury. Clean minor pad wounds; if pain without wound, get X-rays at the vet.
How long is the incubation period for rabies in cats?
The incubation period is typically 1 to 3 months, sometimes up to a year or more. Rabies is fatal and zoonotic, so vaccinate and watch bites closely.
Why is my cat limping but still able to walk?
A limping-but-walking cat may have a sprain or muscle strain from a fright during play. Confine it and observe; if no improvement, get X-rays. Long nails, interdigital dermatitis, or leg wounds can also cause limping - check and clean with iodine.
What are the symptoms of a dog having diarrhea from catching a chill?
A chilled dog with diarrhea shows soft stools, vomiting, low appetite, lethargy, sneezing, runny nose, and sleepiness. Keep it warm, give pet anti-inflammatory and anti-diarrhea medicine, and add cold medicine if needed. If it does not improve, rule out distemper or parvo.
What should I do if my cat’s stool has blood?
Blood in stool suggests poor digestion, food intolerance, parasites, or acute hemorrhagic enteritis. Get a blood and fecal test at the vet to find the cause and treat it. Limit outings, keep warm, and switch to intestinal prescription food during treatment.
Why does my cat have a bald patch but clean skin?
A bald spot with clean skin may result from a scrape during a fight, or from an endocrine disorder such as thyroid disease or sebaceous gland abnormalities. Observe for a few days, use an Elizabethan collar if the cat scratches, and see a vet if hair does not regrow or skin changes appear.
Is it normal for a cat to have eye discharge?
A small amount of eye discharge with no other eye abnormalities is generally normal. However, excessive discharge along with redness, tearing, or inability to open the eyes may indicate heat or infections such as conjunctivitis or keratitis. Clean the eyes and use antibiotic eye drops, and see a vet if it does not improve.
My cat keeps circling to one side after a cheek bite from another cat – is it from the bite or an illness?
Circling to one side in cats can come from severe ear infection damaging the vestibular system, brain lesions like tumors or FIP nerve damage, or facial/head trauma. Given the fighting history and cheek wound, the behavior is likely tied to the fight and needs prompt veterinary examination.