Hi There, Any hamster that demonstrates a sudden change in behaviour i.e.goes off their food or water or starts to make odd noises needs to be seen by a vet. It may be nothing to worry about, but strange squeaks or snuffles or whistles could indicate a respiratory problem. Hamsters can be prone to bacterial and viral infections and if this is the case, the first thing to do is separate out theby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Lisa078, I'm afraid you need to take your hamster to your local vet. She shouldn't hurt when you touch her back, regardless of whether or not she's still behaving normally otherwise. Good luck!by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Kirsten, your little hamster doesn't sound well at all I'm afraid. Any hamster that loses weight, isn't interested in food/water and isn't running around, but hunched over with his eyes shut indicated quite a serious situation. I would take him straight to your vet for a thorough check up and appropriate treatment as indicated.by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Dear Tom & Isabel, I'm so glad to hear that both Oscar and Toby are doing so well! Tom you must be hugely relieved by the biopsy results and fingers crossed the goose honk is only something transient. Your vet will obviously best be able to diagnose him when he clinically reviews him this weekend, but please do keep us posted on how he gets on. Isabel I'm delighted that Toby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Shara, You need to take your cat to a vet immediately for diagnosis and treatment if you haven't already done so. Cats can be remarkably stoic when it comes to pain, but if it is a broken leg she will be feeling the exact same pain that we would as people i.e. it's the same nervous system. It may be a torn ligament or something less serious that she's damaged, but either wayby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Tom, Just a thought, but when I was practicing in Australia and there were no nearby CT or MRI scanners at veterinary facilities - we used to try to obtain permission from the local hospital to allow us to use their equipment. It's a long shot, but it may be worth the enquiry at least...? Good luck & stay positive, Zara The Vetby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Dear Isabel (and Tom), I'm so so sorry to hear the outcome of Toby's biopsy results. For what it's worth, I think you've made the right decision to focus on making the coming months as happy and comfortable for him as possible. The wonderful thing about Toby, Oscar and all animals for that matter, is that they don't know what may or may not lie ahead and live purelyby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
He needs to be seen by a vet who will be able to make a proper diagnosis and give you a prognosis after a full clinical exam.by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi There, I understand your financial predicament, but it sounds like your cat is really unwell and in need of treatment or at least a full clinical exam by a qualified vet who will be able to help you with a diagnosis and possible prognosis. You can try phoning Cats Protection who may be able to help as they are a charity organisation or alternatively there is also the Blue Cross and the RSPby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi There, I'm sorry to hear your cat is struggling with her hyperthyroid treatment. In answer to your question, one of the side-effects of both Vidalta and Felimazole is vomiting, however it tends to be temporary and resolve over time as things start to settle down. I can't tell you how long though as it differs according to individuals. Unfortunately I also can't advise yby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi There, Thank you for updating me & I'm very glad you went for a referral with your little dog. I'm so sorry to hear about the potential outcome though, but I would urge you to remain hopeful. He is a relatively young dog and as your surgeon correctly pointed out, clearly from a loving family and that really does count for a lot. These little guys are great fighters, so I'by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Ivory, your hamster needs to be seen by a vet who can perform a clinical exam and determine what may be causing the problem. it's not normal that he has one eye shut and sleeps so much. Good luck & keep me posted.by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Ruddie, you need to take your dog to your local vet asap if you haven't already done so. Any animal that starts vomiting or foaming or has any dark discolouration to their urine needs to be seen asap for a proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Best of luck.by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi there, Thanks for the email & yes you do need to take her to a vet. She is very young and her immune system is still developing, so she will find it harder to fight off infections. She may have cat flu, but either way she needs to be thoroughly checked out by a vet and the appropriate treatment administered asap. Good luck! Zara The Vetby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi LIzzard1, You need to take her to your local vet for a full check-up asap to try to determine what the problem might be. She may have cat flu or it may be something more serious, either way she probably needs treatment, but definitely needs to be seen by a vet. Additionally, no cat should ever have their mouths open constantly. Good luck! Zara The Vetby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Katiemc, I'm so sorry to hear that, but thank you for letting me know. If anyone else reading this post has a hamster that is in anyway unable to move normally at any stage or has a sudden change in behaviour, please don't hesitate in taking them to your local vet. They're stoic little creatures, but they feel pain and can suffer just like us. Take care, Zara The Vetby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Nicky, Hamsters are prone to a condition called 'wet tail' which is quite serious, but located around the tail base and requires urgent veterinary attention. In your case, it does sound like something entirely different, but would still be worth bringing her to a vet for a check-up as it could indicate a skin condition that requires treatment. It may also be a result of self-traumby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Tess, It's good that she responded to rest and NSAID medical treatment, but it sounds like it may have simply masked the symptoms whilst she was undergoing treatment. You really need to bring her back to your vet, so that they can instigate a full diagnostic work-up to try to determine the cause of the problem including xrays of the affected limb. She is getting a bit older and so unfoby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Mr M, I"m sorry to hear that your dog has been diagnosed with both a urinary infection and kidney failure and thank you for providing all his blood results. You've clearly done a lot of research into both the condition and potential supplements that may help. Unfortunately, I'm not in a position to be able to provide you with a prognosis and it would be very wrong of me toby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Phyllis, I'm glad you've been to your vet but before you give any vitamins, particularly high powered ones, you would need to consult with the vet who is treating your cat. Some vitamins get excreted out in the urine, but others can accumulate in your cat's fatty tissue and occasionally vitamin overdose can cause problems. Vitamin B is something your vet will be able to giveby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hello Katiemc, I'm sorry I didn't see this post until now, but if your hamster is still alive please take her to a vet straight away. No hamster in a natural state should be immobile and unable to move their hindlimbs. This could indicate spinal trauma from a fall. Please let me know what has happened. Zaraby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
I hope so too & please let me know. Best of luck, Zaraby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
You're very welcome & I really hope he's ok. Keep me posted! Zara The Vet (www.zarathevet.com)by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi There, You need to return to your vet and let them know that the diarrhoea hasn't cleared up despite the treatment and also report the new symptoms. Severe diarrhoea can quickly lead to dehydration and anorexia, so please don't delay. You vet will then be able to appropriately diagnose and treat your little cat. Best of luck, Zara The Vetby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Ella, Blood in urine is not normal at any age, so you need to take her to your vet asap so they can work out what's causing it and treat it for you. Good luck, Zara The Vet (www.zarathevet.com)by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi Jo365, I'm sorry to hear your cat has been unwell, but it sounds like your vet is doing all the right things. The standard starting dose rate for Felimazole is 2.5mg twice daily for a cat as you've been correctly prescribed. I don't know how long she's been on the medication, but normally it takes two to three weeks to establish 'normal' thyroid levels again.by Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi there, Yes, one of the side-effects of Felimazole is vomiting and inappetence, but it is generally temporary. In your case, I would make an appointment with your vet to get her fully checked out straight away though. It's impossible for me to tell if her 'lethargy' is an indication that the medication is starting to work or a consequence of the vomiting or something else altby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
If he appears in pain when you extend his hindlegs backwards, then he has definitely done some damage and it could be a hip fracture or dislocation or it could be muscular damage. Either way you need to stop him jumping onto the sofa and anywhere else that he could do further damage to himself and ideally he needs to be kept from jumping at all. You also need to take him to a vet so a proper diaby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
You're doing the right thing by bringing her to your vet and following his advice & treatment. If you're worried that your cat Tsu is worsening rather than improving, then don't hesitate to contact your vet clinic and report your concerns. You don't need to wait a further 3 days if you're worried. Your vet will be able to advise on the best course of action to takeby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
Hi There, I'm very sorry to hear about the fate of your lovely greyhound cross and nothing can prepare you for the grief of losing quite literally a member of the family. It's always tempting to look back and wonder 'what if', but there's really never any comfort to be obtained from this nor any answers. I'm afraid I can't provide any help or insight for you aby Zara The Vet - Ask The Vet
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