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July 24-30 questionsRetained deciduous teeth in a dachshund Cat sneezing with eye discharge
Answer:It is important that you have your veterinarian examine your dog’s ears. There are many causes of ear infections (yeast, bacteria, mites). You need to know the exact cause before you can start a specific treatment.
Answer:From just reading your question, it seems to me like your mare may have mastitis. It is an infection of the mammary glands, usually by bacteria. Common clinical signs include hardness of the utter, heat, fever, a lumpy discharge. You should have your mare examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible, because mastitis is a serious disease.
Answer:The retained baby teeth should be removed, because these can cause malocclusion. They are easy to remove. Usually the dentist can remove them at the time of spay or neuter.
Answer:Antifreeze can be extremely lethal for dogs and cats. For a medium sized dog, as little as 3-4 tablespoons is toxic. For cats, 1-2 teaspoons can be toxic. Signs of antifreeze poisoning include a drunken appearance, staggering, lack of coordination, vomiting, or depression. If your pet has ingested antifreeze you should call your veterinarian immediately, or call the National Poison Control Center at 1800-548-2423.
Question from:Jenn, Robison, CO Sick cat lots of sneezing and sleep like stuff coming from eyes.
Answer: There are many causes of eye infections in cats. These include herpes virus, Chlamydia, calicivirus, or foreign objects. The best thing to do is have your vet examine your cat, and possible to a culture to determine the exact cause of the infection, so the treatment can be specific.
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