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Fading puppy syndrome (or fading puppy complex) is when a puppy dies within the first few weeks of life without a clear cause of death or clinical signs, that is to say, they fail to thrive. [1] Death usually occurs within the first five days of life, [ 2 ] but can happen up to ten weeks of age. [ 3 ]
Pyometra is a result of hormonal and structural changes in the uterus lining. This can happen at any age, regardless of how many heat cycles have occurred or previous pregnancies (or lack thereof), although it becomes more common as the dog gets older. The main risk period for a female is for eight weeks after her peak standing heat has ended. [2]
Parvo Infection. This virus causes bloody diarrhea and vomiting and is often fatal without hospitalization. It can be difficult in the first days to tell it apart from coccidia and other internal ...
Signs include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy, and anorexia. [146] Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)* is a group of diseases in dogs that are idiopathic and characterized by the presence of inflammatory cell infiltrates in the stomach and/or intestinal walls. It is a common condition. Signs include vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss.
Aggression: When a dog presents with aggression, we have to examine all of the potential causes (a medical problem like a seizure condition, poor socialization, poor nutrition (1), high prey drive ...
Drooling from nausea. Pacing, restlessness, anxiety. Dark red gums at first, then pale, cold gums signaling lack of oxygen. If you suspect that your dog has bloat, consult with your vet ...
Couvade syndrome, also called sympathetic pregnancy, is a proposed condition in which an expectant father experiences some of the same symptoms and behavior as his pregnant partner. [1] These most often include major weight gain, altered hormone levels, morning nausea , and disturbed sleep patterns.
Some moms find that knowing the baby's sex helps them feel bonded with their child before birth. And, of course, people are just plain curious. Others prefer to be surprised at birth: There's no ...