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Dog suddenly vomited in the morning, first dark green mucus, then foamed at the mouth and died within half an hour; why?
Sudden dark-green vomit then foaming and rapid death suggests poisoning or acute bloat/torsion/obstruction, or severe disease like parvovirus myocarditis. A necropsy can confirm.
My dog hasn’t eaten or drunk for 3 days and is vomiting
Three days of no eating or drinking plus vomiting is an emergency suggesting serious gut disease, blockage, or infection. Seek veterinary care at once.
No reaction while asleep, but breathing is heavy and nose seems blocked when awake; meow is hoarse; rolls over for cuddles
Heavy breathing in cats has many causes: upper respiratory, lung, or chest disease, or just normal upon waking. Seek care if it persists with other signs.
A puppy about 15-16 days old was crushed by a big dog days ago; the leg has stayed swollen with no local treatment; the thin front leg is normal, the thick one is the swollen injured leg. Any advice?
If a puppy was crushed and swelling persists, see a vet immediately to avoid permanent disability. Imaging, pain relief, cold packs, or surgery may be needed.
How long until a dog dies from gastric torsion (bloat)?
Gastric torsion needs prompt treatment or the dog may die within 24 hours. Signs include a swollen belly, panting, drooling, and pain.
Ate banana and cucumber before dinner, then beef; at midnight started panting on and off; why?
Persistent panting can come from overheating, stress, illness, or overexertion. If breathing seems abnormal, a vet check is advised.
There is a severe spot on the tail and many black crusts along the spine where the fur is thinner
Black crusts on a dog's tail and back can come from bacterial or fungal infection, parasites, or environmental factors. A vet exam identifies the cause.
Dog was kicked in the abdomen, vomited three times, then became listless and fell asleep; is it life-threatening?
Vomiting, lethargy, and sleepiness after a dog is kicked in the abdomen is an emergency that needs immediate veterinary care. Internal injury and bleeding such as torsion or spleen rupture are possible.
Turtle suddenly cannot open its eyes, head and limbs are weak, it stops eating, and the body looks like skin rot
Based on your description, the turtle may have skin rot, eye infection, or malnutrition. Treatment involves medicated baths and clean water, with a vet visit if it does not improve.
Vomited three times since around 9:50 and had one bout of diarrhea
Vomiting with diarrhea in a cat may indicate gastroenteritis or a viral disease such as feline panleukopenia. A veterinary exam for panleukopenia and parasites is recommended.