| soft stools in one kitten yet other kitten fine |
| Species: cat | Category: parasites | Submitted: 24-Aug-10 | viewed 548 times |
KT asks about Bluebell (cat - not known, F) : |
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Bluebell's brother, Marcel, seems to be healthy and eats dry kitten food provided, Bluebell on the other hand prefers softer food - we've given her tuna in spring water and yet still her stools are slightly soft and she seems physically smaller weaker than her brother. She's still full of life, quite vocal and seems clean, i.e. not noticed any tapeworm/ roundworm in the stools/ bedding. They both had fleas and when we first got them (at 8 weeks) we took them to the vets who gave them Frontline and said they were not badly infested - we've not noticed them scratching recently but given they have the same diet could it be tapeworm? They seem to young to treat with over-the-counter products as were born 14th June (are they as effective anyway?) - obviously worried about her and wondering would it not have affected him also as they play-fight a lot!
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Our vet says: Female kittens are often smaller than their male counterparts and this often causes concern. If a female kitten is smaller than her brother it is not in itself something to worry about.
However, soft stools and needing to be tempted with food is suggestive of possible problems.
In general, it is a good idea to find a diet which is balanced and wholesome and then stick to it as far as possible. Often when kittens experience changes in their diet their stools can become loose so a consistent diet can help a great deal.
You should practice regular worming for both your kittens too. Roundworms are much more of a problem than tapeworms at this age and you will not often see any evidence of worms even if they have lots of them! Many products are effective for roundworms but it is important to get the dose correct for your kitten's weight.
It is worth getting your female kitten checked at your local vet and it may be useful if you take a fresh stool sample along with you when you go. The fact that your kitten is active and playful will hopefully mean there is nothing serious going on but at this young age they can rapidly deteriorate so do go along and get her checked.
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| roger the cat refuses to eat |
| Category: general | Submitted: 20-Aug-10 | viewed 987 times |
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Mary asks about ROGER (cat - domestic short haired, M) : |
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Please help. Roger, our 12 year old and much-loved cat, has simply stopped eating. We have tried everything. He walks up to his food bowl as if he wants his food, then turns away.
Brief history: 2 yrs ago he was diagnosed as diabetic. He coped very well with the insulin injections twice a day. Then he had an infection in his paw which resulted in an op. to remove a toe. After that he went downhill. But the upside is that he seems to have shaken off the diabetes, and hasn't had an insulin injection for 3 weeks. But then he stopped eating. Tests were done on mouth, throat etc., and an xray showed a fractured sternum. The vet was unsure as to how long he has had this, so prescribed a painkiller. Two weeks later Roger is refusing all food (though drinks a little from our pond and brings in a mouse a night, which he eats - apart from the liver).
We are frantic with worry. Our vet admits he is totally baffled. He suggests that Roger is getting food from neighbours, but we are pretty confident that he isn't. He is losing weight rapidly, and anyway most of our neighbours know him, and most have dogs! I just can't bear the thought of him starving himself to death. Do you have any ideas what might be wrong?
Thank you.
Mary x
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Our vet says: I can understand how concerned you must be. It can be frustrating and worrying when cats stop eating for any reason.
Common reasons for cats to stop eating include pain or discomfort, illness, stress and sometimes dislike of food or being fed elsewhere. Sometimes behavioural factors can play a part too. Perhaps food is associated with previous nausea or oral pain etc. Many cats enjoy variety in their diet or at the other extreme they may only like one flavour of one brand of food.
I would assume that Roger is still reasonably well since you say he catches and eats a mouse every day. This requires a lot of skill and energy, so Roger is doing well in this and he will get a lot of nutrition from that mouse too!
I wonder, if like many cats when they are successfully hunting, Roger has decided he prefers the taste of fresh mouse to prepared cat diets or even human type food. He could also be getting food elsewhere.
If Roger is losing weight it would be sensible to get him weighed regularly to keep an eye on this. If your vet is concerned that Roger's weight is unhealthy then he may wish to do some further tests.
You could try to tempt Roger into eating again. Have you tried warming his food up to body temperature? This will bring out the flavour and smells. Also try offering a variety of different foods in terms of flavour and texture to see if there is anything Roger likes. Make sure that water bowls and food bowls are well away from each other since most cats would prefer not to eat close to where they drink. Also litter trays should be well away from feeding and drinking areas.
Is there another cat which Roger can see or smell when eating from his bowls at present? This could put him off eating even if it is only by looking through a window. Also check for dogs gazing in or other factors which could make him feel vulnerable while eating.
Try moving his feeding equipment up high on to a ledge or surface (off the floor) to help him feel safe while eating.
If all else fails but Roger seems well in himself and is maintaining a reasonable weight then he is probably getting enough food from hunting. If Roger seems lethargic or otherwise unwell or his weight continues to fall then further investigation is necessary to find out why.
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| further question about Hepatitis C |
| Category: general | Submitted: 11-Aug-10 | viewed 1326 times |
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Hello,
I just asked a question about my dog but I left out something. My dog picked up a heroin user's spoon wrapped in tin foil in his mouth but I think my dog's gum was bleeding. Can a dog contract the human form of Hepatitis C and also can he pass it on to a human. The information that I forgot to tell you was that his gum was bleeding.
I've asked a Hepatitis C helpline but they don't know and neither does my vet.
Please can you help.
Kind Regards,
Louise.
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Our vet says: It is still unlikely that your dog will contract Hepatitis C or pass it on to you. As a vet, I regularly come into contact with sick dogs and Hepatitis C is not something which worries me. (And it would worry me if I thought I could easily catch this disease as a result of working with animals).
In nature there is always a risk that something will change and a disease will occur in a new species, especially if novel ways of exposure or heavy exposure is introduced into the mix of factors affecting disease transmission. However the risk is very,very small even if your dog's gums were bleeding.
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| Can dogs get hepatitis C? |
| Species: dog | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 11-Aug-10 | viewed 1334 times |
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Louise asks: |
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Hello,
Three days ago while on his walk my dog picked up a heroin user's spoon wrapped in tin foil. Can dogs contract and pass on the human form of hepatitis C? I asked my vet and I've been trying to find out from different help-lines since it happened but no one knows the answer. I've been told that HIV is a human disease only. I am sick with worry.
Please could you advise me.
I would really appreciate your advice.
Yours,
Louise.
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Our vet says: A far as I understand Hepatitis C is a human only disease and not a zoonotic disease (transfered from animals to people). The only animal species which seems to be affected by Hepatitis C is the Chimpanzee but this would usually be under experimental conditions. Likewise HIV is not a problem in dogs.
Blood to blood contact is needed for the transmission of Hepatitis C so it would be unlikely to be a problem just from a spoon. Used needles and syringes are a problem for transmission of disease and you would be wise to avoid known areas for this activity for dog walking since it may be a risk if you come into contact with such items yourself.
You are unlikely to experience any problems from this incident for yourself or your dog but do take care where you walk in future and if in any doubt contact your GP.
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| Laser Surgery for Stenotic Nares (Persian Cats) |
| Species: cat | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 02-Aug-10 | viewed 1659 times |
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Our persian cat is 5 months old and although he was born with nice, open nostrils they seem to be becoming more narrow as he gets older.
He has trouble breathing because of this during play and sleep and needs to also have his mouth open sometimes after playing. At night, his nostrils make a whistling sound, which is becoming more prominent over time.
When we picked him up from the breeder, we also bought the mother, who is now 2 years old. She suffers from the same problem. She also makes snorting noises if you try to play with her, as if she has mucus in her throat, that kind of noise.
We previously had a persian for 18 years without this issue and wasn't expecting it. I wish they weren't bred like this! The breeder had only commented on their runny eyes, telling us that it was a trend they were trying to move away from, for the health of the cat. She didn't mention the breathing though.
I have read snippets of info on the net about laser surgery to widen the nostrils, but I can't find any decent information about it in the UK.
My questions are How safe and effective is it? How much would I expect to pay, or would it be covered by PetPlan? (We have their topmost expensive policy for both cats). Do you have any recommendations for places in the South-East of England that perform this?
I hate hearing them have breathing problems. They are still young enough to have a decent life without this problem, so if we can help then we'd love to.
Thanks,
Si
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Our vet says: I am sorry to hear about your young Persian cat. Stenotic nares are a problem with this breed and it can be difficult to tell how badly a cat will be affected when you are choosing a young kitten.
Your best course of action would be to take your cat along to your local vet who, if necessary, will be able to refer your cat to a specialist for further treatment. Your local vet will be able to give you a better idea of the likely costs involved once they have assessed your cat and perhaps spoken to the referral centre if required.
Laser surgery is certainly becoming more widely available in the UK, but the choice of procedure, if any, should be made on the basis of what is right for your cat.
The safety and efectiveness of any surgery is something which the veterinary surgeon undertaking the procedure will be able to discuss with you, since they can see the severity of the problem and assess your cat's general state of health and make an informed decision with regard to the particular case. There is of course always some risk to any anaesthetic or surgery.
As regards the insurance cover available it is always wise to call your insurance provider to ask if a particular treatment will be covered before going ahead with any procedure. Only they can say whether your policy will cover the treatment costs or not.
I hope all goes well for your cat.
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| MALE CAT LACK OF LIBIDO |
| Species: cat | Category: behaviour | Submitted: 03-Jul-10 | viewed 2049 times |
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Tina asks: |
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Hello - I breed and shown persian cats. I imported an unproven, entire, male well over a year ago. Personality loving, likes to be stroked, but very quiet and keeps himself to himself. On arrival, he lived in my house with my other male and few females. They got on well, neither sprayed. About 10 months ago, I separated them as I sensed my new male felt inferior. In all the time he has been with me, he has never shown any interest in my females whatsoever - they have been calling and throwing themselves at him. He has lived with a young 1 year old female all this time, no reaction at all. I am so disappointed, I do not know what to do. I have not been to my vet yet, but many breeder friends say he will work when he is ready, others feel its gone on too long. Can you recommend a specialist vet I can take him to, or is there a fertility test or vitamins etc, that will help. He has stunning eye colour and I feel he will break my heart.
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Our vet says: I can certainly understand your concern, however it would be useful to know how old your male is now, since some males can be later developers. This often occurs in males who are isolated from other cats and these toms may have low testosterone levels, even at a year of age.
One of the first things you should check (or have checked by a vet if you are unsure) is that both testes have descended and are present in the scrotal sacs. You should be able to gently palpate these yourself as two "balls" in the scrotum. As an experienced breeder you have probably already done this but I feel I must include this information to be thorough!
A second anatomical problem which may be present in male cats is a persistent frenulum. This is a fold of tissue which attaches the penis to the prepuce during development. As a cat matures this tissue should break down but rarely may persist. The male cat can then not achieve intromission. Surgery can correct this problem if it is present.
Chromosomal abnormalities are known to occur in cats which can affect the fertility of the male. This is commonly seen in male tortoiseshell cats who are almost certainly infertile. There is a possibility that this type of problem could occur in any breed or colour of cat. Does your male have secondary sexual characteristics typical of the entire male? Most entire toms will be larger than females and develop a typical "tom face" with wide cheeks, they also tend to have thicker skin than females and their urine smells strongly. If your male cat does not have these characteristics yet there is some reason to be suspicious.
Some infections (eg panleucopenia) may cause testicular abnormalities if they are aquired early in life. Even if your cat has both testicles it may be worth taking him along to your vet to check that they seem to be the right size and are not smaller that would normally be expected.
Trauma to the scrotum perhaps from a previous cat bite may cause fertility problems later, so do think about any fights which may have occurred in the past. Penile hair rings which can easily be removed are sometimes a source of fertility problems too.
Is your cat the correct weight? Being too thin or too fat can cause problems with libido.
Hypothyroidism or other chronic disease may be a reason for infertility in males. Your vet can check for hypothyroidism with a blood test.
Psychological issues may also cause a tom cat to ignore females in heat. If he is inexperienced and has previously tried to mate an aggressive female this may make him very wary of trying again (even with a very receptive female). Equally, changes of routine (such as you mention with the change of companionship) may be enough to upset a sensitive young male cat and be expressed as a lack of libido even when queens are very much in heat.
I would suggest you take your cat to your regular vet in the first instance, since some of the more common problems can easily be checked with simple examination or blood samples if necessary. From there you may wish for a referral or you might consider keeping your male with other friendly cats in a very stable environment for a little while longer to see if he matures.
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| Anaesthetic |
| Species: equine | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 10-Jun-10 | viewed 2256 times |
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Jackie Taylor asks: |
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My horse has chronic founder laminitis. X-rays have shown a small amount of rotation of the pedal bones in her front feet. A vet is suggested putting her under general anaesthetic on her back on my lawn to trim and apply remedial shoes. I have never heard of a horse being shod in this way. Is this a recognised procedure?
Many Thanks Jackie.
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Our vet says: Remedial shoes are very commonly used to treat laminitis and they will need to be applied correctly. The most appropriate treatment for laminitis is chosen for the particular animal on an individual basis taking into account factors such as the degree of rotation of the pedal bone.
In all species, general anaesthesia is used to facilitate pain free procedures and to provide control of movement. Adequate analgesia (pain relief) and control of patients is necessary for the safety of all concerned including the patient themselves. It also allows the veterinary surgeon to give their full attention to the procedure being carried out.
If your vet has suggested general anaesthesia there will be very good reasons for this. Your vet will understand that you have concerns regarding the procedure to be carried out on your horse and I am sure they will be pleased to answer any further questions prior to the procedure being carried out.
I hope it all goes well for your horse.
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| Cat's neck swollen |
| Species: cat | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 01-Jun-10 | viewed 3802 times |
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There is a swollen area between my 13 week old kitten's shoulder blades. It is definitely uncomfortable when touched. It doesn't seem to be a defined lump like a lymph node etc, more a patch of swelling roughly 1 diameter.
He hasn't had any injections recently, and hasn't been cutscratched in any way. The fur in the area is normal as is what skin I can see. He seems otherwise normal and happy.
We have been scruffing him as a method of training, although never roughly, and I wondered whether this could have caused it, as if I gently feel his scruff it is that area that feels thicker and tender. Until this swelling problem, he has never showed any pain at being scruffed, just cross as is expected.
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Our vet says: It is unlikely that scruffing your kitten has caused this mass to appear.
The position of the area of swelling in a kitten of this age would suggest that a reaction to a recent vacination may be a possibility. Most kittens have a vaccination at 12 weeks and this may have caused some skin reaction.
I certainly have seen some young pets which have had an area of swelling following vaccination which usually resolves on its own. However it would be wise to get your kitten checked by your own vet to ensure that there is nothing more serious going on, especially if your kitten starts to show any other signs such as going off his food or lethargy etc.
It may be wise not to scruff your kitten until this issue is resolved since the pain associated with this may cause him to develop a fearful reaction towards you.
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| cat limping |
| Category: general | Submitted: 29-May-10 | viewed 4235 times |
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Deborah asks: |
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My cat has come home limping and he hisses when he is touched. His paw is swollen .
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Our vet says: He sounds as if he is in pain and there could be an injury to the paw.
Sometimes cats get bitten by other cats and an abscess will form due to infection of the initial bite wound (which may be very difficult to find). This can cause pain and swelling as you describe, and would need treatment from your vet.
An abscess is by no means the only cause of pain and swelling of paws, so you should get your cat checked by your local vet as soon as you can.
Your vet will be able to look for signs of injury and check your cat's temperature to ensure that the problem is treated effectively. If your vet is unsure of the cause of the problem he or she may need to take x-rays or perform other diagnostic tests to find out what the problem is.
I hope your cat feels better soon.
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| Heart problems |
| Species: dog | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 15-Mar-10 | viewed 6932 times |
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Hi, I recently took my dog to the vets for her yearly checkup. I have a 7 year old doberman who is very active and who has shown absolutely no symptoms of there being anything wrong with her whatsoever. However, upon examining her, the vet discovered that she had a heart murmur and irregular heart beat. He attached her to a machine which printed off this graph showing the beats, normal ones going up and the irregular one going down. Obviously this did not mean much to me. I don't wish to question the professionalism of my vet or sound that I don't care about my pet but he does have a bit of a reputation for finding out if you are insured and then stinging you for things you don't necessarily need. I guess the question I'm asking is, if my dog has a heart problem wouldn't I at least suspect something wrong, i.e. shortness of breath, coughing. He's put her on Vetmedin which he now says she will need for the rest of her life.
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Our vet says: Think of the heart as a pump. If a pump has, let's say, a slightly leaky valve or pumps just slightly in the wrong way, you might not notice the problem immediately. However as the water in the pump goes slightly in the wrong direction, further damage is done until more and more water flows abnormally and eventually the pump fails..... and you are swimming in lots of water which should not be there!
The heart is really a pump which the body uses to distribute blood around the body. Unlike a mechanical pump, it has some reserve capacity so that when things start to go wrong, mechanisms are in place to compensate for the problem and get the blood flowing to where it needs to go. This means that by the time you notice a problem, things have gone past the point of compensation and the pump is really in trouble.
The signs you mention of coughing and shortness of breath are signs of fluid accumulation in the lungs, so the fluid is not moving where it should go at all, and the heart is having to work REALLY hard by this stage.
As veterinary medicine progresses we are able to detect problems BEFORE the clinical signs become apparent. If treated early we know we can prolong the life-span and also the quality of life too! This is great but can lead to problems when pets appear perfectly well as yours does.
I understand that you do not wish to treat your pet unnecessarily, but if treated early the outcome for pets with heart disease is much improved. If I were you I would be reassured due to the fact that an ECG ( which I assume the graph was) has been taken.
It can be very difficult for vets sometimes! Preventative treatment and early care of disease (before signs are necessarily apparent to owners) is the best practice of medicine and represents the very best of care for animals. In the end it is most likely to work out cheaper than letting animals develop serious signs and having to pay for expensive hospital treatment and life saving procedures later on. However this type of medicine can be seen as unnecessary by many clients since their pet is "well". I would say ignore what other people say about your vet's "reputation" and be thankful that he is sensible enough to offer the very best of care available. Remember that it is a vet's job to offer the best of care available, but you always have a choice in what is done for your pet.
I hope all goes well for your dog, I know you must care very much for your pet and it sounds as if you have a very good vet!
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| how many years? |
| Species: other | Category: other | Submitted: 15-Mar-10 | viewed 4037 times |
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Kathryn asks: |
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Hi I'm Kathryn and I'm really interested in becoming a vet. I would like to know how many years at university I would have to do and what A-levels I need.
Thanks
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Our vet says: Hi Kathryn
To become a vet takes a minimum of five years at university.
You will need at least 3 A Levels usually in science subjects (biology, chemistry and either physics or maths is usual).
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| I think my dog has an ulcerated esophagus |
| Category: general | Submitted: 15-Mar-10 | viewed 7036 times |
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Hi my dog is 13- 14 yrs. old and has been developing a cough-gag symptom over the last 2 - 3 months, which has now got quite bad.
He now winces most times when he does it. I also discovered some bright red blood in the phlegm he coughed up the other day (but none since) and he has a constant string of clear drool from one side of his mouth.
He does still eat but his appetite has lessened. Before we noticed any of the above symptoms he did cough up yellow bile perhaps once or twice a week. Don't know if this may be linked or not. Do you think he may have an ulcer of the esophagus and if so is there any treatment for this?
We have been to our vet but they said we would have to pay £200 for x-rays before they could do anything and there still may be a chance the x-ray could be inconclusive!
Can you help?
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Our vet says: I am sorry to hear about your dog, signs such as these can be very distressing for both you and your pet.
Obviously I cannot make a diagnosis over the internet but I can give you some help with deciding how you would like to proceed next.
The first thing to find out is exactly what your dog is doing when he coughs/gags. These types of signs can basically mean one of three things;
1)True vomiting (often related to eating food and the presence of bile always indicates true vomiting so your dog did do this, at least initially)
2)Coughing followed by gagging and retching. Does your dog cough, then bring up a small amount of fluid? This could possibly indicate heart or lung disease.
3) Regurgitation. Often this is quite a passive action with food generally being brought up undigested. Often associated with oesophageal problems.
From what you have told me there has been some true vomiting since you saw bile in what was produced. Now, I am concerned that there is some pain and drool from one side of the mouth with perhaps occasional bleeding. This could suggest that the oesophagus is involved but there are also other possibilities and some tests will be necessary to find out what is going on.
Your vet is suggesting the correct way forward in investigating this further, since to find out what is going on he or she needs to try to actually see the lesion (diseased area).
Although I understand you are concerned that the x ray may be inconclusive remember that such a procedure is never wasted!
An x-ray is the first (and in this situation most appropriate) step in a diagnostic pathway. I think your vet is taking the most appropriate step available and suggesting an x ray which may provide a diagnosis, but if not, may help to rule out some possible diagnoses and allow him or her to focus on the next sensible step to take.
It may be a good idea to speak to your vet about your concerns. I am sure your vet will want you to be a partner in deciding what should be done for your dog. If the cost of the x-ray is a major difficulty it may be possible to attempt palliative care to help your dog cope with the problem.
I do hope all goes well for you and your dog.
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| Kidney failure |
| Species: dog | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 19-Feb-10 | viewed 7812 times |
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Could I have caused kidney failure in my greyhound by giving her too much salt in her food as I know that salt is poisonous to greyhounds?
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Our vet says: Adding salt to a dog's food or feeding a salty diet is not really an ideal thing to do, but it is unlikely that you actually caused your dog's kidney failure by doing so.
You do not say how much salt you have been adding or which salty diet you have been feeding. It may be best to investigate diets which are specially formulated for dogs with renal failure now. ( I am sure your vet will be able to advise you).
Salt poisoning generally only results when high salt diets are fed and access to water is restricted. The signs are serious and involve neurological problems, so you would have noticed that your dog was really unwell if this had been the case.
So why do we worry about salt?
Basically if the diet is too salty the kidneys must work harder to maintain the fluid balance of the body which is one of their main jobs.
The kidneys are remarkable organs and have several functions including maintaining the balance of the water in the body together with electrolytes and they also help to eliminate toxins. Part of their function includes maintaining fluid balance and salt can make this work harder to do because it tends to "hold water".
The kidneys have a great deal of reserve capacity so we only see signs of failure when around 75% of their function has been lost.
Nephrons or kidney cells are lost over time as part of the natural aging process. You do not say how old your dog is, but if she is middle aged to older then it is likely that the kidney failure is more due to the aging process than anything else.
Of course infections and toxins can also cause renal failure too but the kidneys can often overcome many problems simply because they have such a large reserve capacity.
Although a salty diet means that the kidneys have to work harder it is unlikely that this alone would cause renal failure unless you were feeding large amounts over a long period of time.
It can be difficult not to feel guilty when your pet is unwell, but do not blame yourself. It is very unlikely that you caused any real harm. It may be best to consider feeding your dog(s) a good quality dog food suitable for their life stages, breed and state of health from now on.
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| Felix makes crunching noises when eating pheasant |
| Species: cat | Category: general | Submitted: 03-Feb-10 | viewed 6140 times |
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Richard asks about Felix (cat - not known, M) : |
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Crunching noises might be damaging his teeth? Is this a concern.
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Our vet says: It is normal for crunching noises to be heard when cats are eating hard foods. You should not feed cats cooked bones as these are prone to splintering.
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| Red testicles |
| Category: general | Submitted: 03-Feb-10 | viewed 8587 times |
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Julie asks: |
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I have a four year old staffordshire bull terrier who has not been neutered. His testicles are extremely red and peel off after a few days. They are tender and he does struggle to sit properly when this happens. It is the fourth time in as many months that he has had this.
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Our vet says: This does sound very painful. It is worth considering if he could be coming into contact with something which is causing this e.g chemicals used in the home.
It is worth asking your vet to check this when it happens again as you may be able to get a cream or ointment for the problem. Of course it is best to find and treat the underlying cause but sometimes this can be difficult to find and symptomatic treatment may be necessary to prevent pain and discomfort for your dog.
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| Blue film on cat's eye |
| Species: cat | Category: general | Submitted: 04-Oct-09 | viewed 9597 times |
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Karen asks about wallace (cat) : |
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My cat has a blue film over one of her eyes. She is almost closing her eye.
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Our vet says: Problems with eyes should always be taken seriously. It sounds as if this might be a painful condition for your cat. (Animals close their eyes if they are painful just like we do).
Your cat does need to be taken to your vet.
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| Bloated Stomach |
| Species: dog | Category: other | Submitted: 02-Sep-09 | viewed 13456 times |
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Rose asks about Lucky (dog - not known, F) : |
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Hi,
My dog lucky is a jack russel and is 13 years old. Her stomach in the last few weeks has become very bloated. It's round and is very hard. Last night and today she has become very weak, stumbling about and not taking notice of anything. She isnt eating much, just drinking. I know she is very old but is there anything I can do?
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Our vet says: It is important to get Lucky to the vet as soon as possible, she could have something lodged in her intestine or the intestine could be twisted.
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| Urinating |
| Species: cat | Category: behaviour | Submitted: 17-Jul-09 | viewed 28204 times |
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Sharon asks about jazzy (cat) : |
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We have a 3 year old cat we got from Cat's Protection last year. The past few days she's started to do little wees everywhere including in her litter tray. We don't have any other pets and she's a house cat. We know from when we got her she wasn't treated well. She's eating and drinking normally. She still purrs, her eyes are clear and her coat is lovely. I'm really worried.
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Our vet says: It is obviously impossible to tell you exactly what is wrong with Jazzy over the internet, but with the signs you mention most vets would start to think about problems such as cystitis or other bladder problems. You should take Jazzy along to your vet and if you can take a sample of the urine along with her it would be helpful.
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| Major worries with Midnight. |
| Species: cat | Category: medical-surgical | Submitted: 17-Jul-09 | viewed 69513 times |
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Alan asks about Midnight (cat - Common shorthair, M) : |
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My kitten (unfortunately I have forgotten its DOB) has had major issues. It started yesterday evening when he was in his bed. I went over to fuss it and I noticed a horrible, frothy drool. Just a few minutes after it started growling and meowing (as if in pain) and running in circles. He then proceeded to have a fit and started rolling on the floor twitching.
He has vomited once and seems to be partially blind. His hearing has increased immensely and he heard me sneeze upstairs, making him go into another fit. It has not eaten anything and his mother also attempted to kill him (which is unlike her). His eyes are completely dilated and even picking him up and putting him near the light the pupil stays the same size. I linked up these symptoms to find poisoning. He may have gotten into the kitchen cupboard. I already know he will not survive for long and putting him to sleep seems my only option (I hate to see animals in pain), but is there anyway to make him feel better?
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Our vet says: Your kitten needs urgent attention, call your vet and ask for an appointment. While you are waiting to see your vet keep your kitten quiet and warm.
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| Tremors in chihuahua |
| Category: general | Submitted: 17-Jul-09 | viewed 83244 times |
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Craig asks: |
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In the last couple of hours our 16 month old chihuahua has developed a kind of mini electric shock every few seconds. It is definitely not hiccups and is worrying us greatly. Any advice please?
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Our vet says: You should get your dog checked by your local vet. It is impossible to say what it could be without seeing your dog but you should seek attention.
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