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Dog Ate Bird Seed or Suet? When to Worry About Pancreatitis

Dog ate bird seed or a suet cake? The fat in suet is the bigger worry, since a fatty meal can trigger pancreatitis. Watch for vomiting and belly pain.

Dog Killed a Squirrel? Rabies Risk, Bites and What to Watch

Dog killed a squirrel? Rabies from squirrels is very rare, but check your dog for bites and scratches and watch for vomiting or diarrhea.

Kitten Not Pooping? How to Stimulate and When to See a Vet

Kitten not pooping? Kittens under about three weeks can't go on their own and need gentle help after meals. A swollen belly needs a vet.

Cat Tail Pull Injury: Signs to Check Now After a Door or Tug

Cat tail pull injury after a door slam or a tug? Check whether the tail drags and whether your cat can pee normally. Bladder trouble can't wait.

Cat Keeps Licking Its Lips? Nausea, Mouth Pain or String

Cat keeps licking its lips? It's often nausea or mouth pain. Check under the tongue for string, and watch for vomiting or skipped meals.

Cat Ate a Dead Bird? Bird Flu Signs and Who to Call First

Cat ate a dead bird? Keep your cat inside and away from other pets, watch for fever or breathing trouble, and call a vet before you walk in.

Cat Not Eating After Spay? What's Normal and When to Call

Cat not eating after spay surgery? Skipping dinner the first night is common, but refusing food and water for more than a day needs a vet call.

My Cat Caught a Bat: Rabies Steps for FL, NY and VA Pets

My cat caught a bat: don't touch it or throw it out. Contain it for testing, call your health department, and find your cat's rabies record.

Dog Diarrhea After Boarding: Stress or Something Worse?

Dog diarrhea after boarding is often stress colitis: small, urgent stools, sometimes with mucus. Here are the signs that mean it's more than stress.

Cat Tore a Claw and It's Bleeding? What to Do Tonight

Cat tore a claw and it's bleeding? Wrap the paw in a towel, press gently on the toe, and give it a few minutes before you check again.

Dog Broke a Tooth? What the Pink Dot Means and What to Do

Dog broke a tooth? A pink or red dot in the break means the nerve is exposed. Call a vet right away, even if your dog acts fine.

Dog Got a Fish Hook in Its Lip? What to Do Before You Pull

Dog got a fish hook in its lip? Don't yank the hook or the line. Keep your dog still and get help; hooks in the mouth or swallowed need a vet now.

Dog Ate a Moldy Pumpkin? Watch for Tremors and Act Fast

Dog ate a moldy pumpkin? Plain pumpkin is safe, but mold can make toxins that cause tremors fast. Call a vet or poison line now if a lot was eaten.

Diabetic Pet and Daylight Saving Time: Insulin Timing

Diabetic pet and daylight saving time ending Nov. 1? Most pets can stay on their usual clock times, but check the plan with your vet first.

Halloween With an Anxious Dog: A Plan for the Doorbell

Halloween with an anxious dog? Plan the night now: a quiet room away from the door, ID on, no forced costumes, and a vet check if fear is growing.

Senior Cat Stopped Grooming? What Matted, Greasy Fur Means

Senior cat stopped grooming? A matted or greasy back often points to pain from arthritis, dental disease or illness, not just old age.

Cat Sunburn on Ear Tips? When Crusty Ears Need a Vet

Cat sunburn on ear tips starts as pink, dry skin on pale ears. Crusts or sores that keep coming back need a vet, because they can turn into cancer.

Dog or Cat Ate Mums? What to Watch For and When to Go In

Dog or cat ate mums? Chrysanthemums usually upset the stomach and cause drooling, but wobbliness or repeated vomiting means call a vet now.

Cat in Heat or in Pain? How to Tell the Difference Tonight

Cat in heat or in pain? Rolling, yowling and raising the rear are classic heat signs, but straining in the litter box is an emergency.

Dog Ate a Fuzzy Caterpillar? What to Do About the Sting

Dog ate a fuzzy caterpillar? Its hairs can sting the mouth. Rinse gently, protect your hands, and watch for swelling, drooling and trouble swallowing.

Dog Bitten by Another Dog? What to Check Right Now

Dog bitten by another dog? Small punctures can hide deep damage. Check breathing, bleeding and gums first, then get the bite looked at by a vet today.

Dog Stung by a Jellyfish? Lift Off Tentacles, Then Check

Dog stung by a jellyfish? Lift tentacles off with a towel or stick, don't rub or use home chemicals, and check the face and mouth for swelling.

Dog Got Pepper Sprayed? How to Flush the Eyes and Face Now

Dog got pepper sprayed? Flush the eyes with plenty of lukewarm water, keep paws off the face, and watch breathing and squinting closely.

Dog Ate a Cough Drop? Check the Wrapper for Xylitol Now

Dog ate a cough drop? Read the wrapper now: sugar and menthol usually mean an upset stomach, but xylitol or benzocaine means call a poison line.