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Why does a dog shake its coat?
Dogs shake coat in many situations: when nervous or scared, to relieve tension; when cold, muscle contraction and shaking generates heat via circulation; when overtired, rest and replenish energy.
Why Does a Dog Keep Shaking Its Head?
Frequent head shaking usually means something bothers the ears — ear mites, built-up wax, water, or otitis externa. Clean the outer ear, apply ear drops and massage, or dry out trapped water; see a vet if otitis externa is severe.
Why Are My Puppy’s Ears Hot? Is It a Fever?
A dog's ears naturally run warmer than its body, and a brief warm spell after waking is normal. Persistent heat can mean fever (over 39°C / 102°F), an ear infection, or simple stress. Measure rectally with a thermometer and see a vet if the temperature is high or the ear looks inflamed.
Why Does My New Puppy Keep Shaking?
A new puppy that shakes is usually just stressed or cold — it hides, curls up, ears back, tail tucked, and eats little for 1–3 days, then settles. A warm, quiet space helps; but if shaking comes with weakness, vomiting, or pale gums, see a vet for low sugar or infection.
Why Is My Dog Losing Hair Around the Ears?
Hair loss around a dog's ears can stem from normal shedding, genetics, or poor nutrition, or—more seriously—a skin disease, parasites, or an ear infection. Watch for itching, redness, or discharge, and seek a veterinary diagnosis before treating.
Why Dogs Shake Toys Side to Side
Shaking a toy mimics killing prey—dogs' front paws are less dexterous than a cat's, so the head shake helps tear meat. But if a dog shakes not just plush toys but also furniture, doors, and floors, the owner likely isn't meeting its needs. Most destruction comes from unmet daily exercise or too little companionship. Separation anxiety makes it chew items smelling of you (shoes, socks). The real fix is the root cause: spend more time with the dog—one extra hour a day is a week of extra happiness for an indoor dog.
Why Pets Drool: Stomatitis and Periodontal Disease
Persistent drooling often points to mouth inflammation. Stomatitis can be contagious (virus-linked) and, in cats, often lifelong — a red line forms where gum meets tooth, with constant drooling. As it worsens, ulcers grow, the cat may stop eating and lose weight. Periodontitis, driven by bacteria and tartar, also causes drooling, bad breath, and tooth loss. Diagnosis needs an oral exam (often under anesthesia) and dental X-rays; treatment ranges from antibacterial rinses to antibiotics and, in severe tartar cases, extraction.
Why Does Your Dog Keep Shaking Its Head? Don’t Ignore These Causes
An occasional head shake after sleep or a swim is normal, but frequent, forceful shaking with scratching, redness, odor, or discharge means trouble—usually an ear infection. Bacterial or fungal otitis, ear mites, and trapped grass seeds lead the list; allergies and, rarely, ear tumors are also possible. Learn the telltale discharges, clean gently, keep up monthly parasite prevention, and see a vet if it doesn't improve in days.
Why Do Cats Get Ear Mites?
Ear mites take hold when ears aren't cleaned and oil and bacteria build up, or when bath water is left damp; they also spread from dogs. Signs are inflamed, crusted canals with brown debris and head shaking. Clean daily, deworm regularly, and disinfect the home.
What Are Ear Mites? A Confession from an Ear Mite
Hello, we are ear mites. Humans call us ear scabies mites, and the British call us Otodectes cynotis.
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