what is the cause of anaemia thrombopaenia in a dog?
My dog has just been diagnosed as possibly suffering from anaemia thrombopaenia fdp tve.Can any one give me more info as to what the cause of this is.
The only cases I’ve know of, were caused by tick bite. It can be associated with tick fever, which is much like malaria.
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What is the best way to cure anemia in a dog?
My dog recently had major surgery and is now drastically anemic. He is still at the vet and we won’t be bringing him home until he gets his appetite back. I know the anemia causes a lack of appetite and we have discussed the option of a blood transfusion. But if we can raise his iron naturally that would be my choice. Any suggestions on tempting food choices to not only get him to eat but also boost his iron at the same time?
Lots of meat and organs!! Your dog needs readily digestible sources of food so make sure everything is raw.
My mentor’s dog recently needed two transfusions after a haemorrhage and Caesarean section. It took several weeks for her appetite to kick in and he had to tempt her with all sorts of goodies. Chicken liver, lamb heart, tinned mackerel, beef offcuts, chicken quarters (bone in) etc
This is now how he feeds all of his dogs. – Yay, another one for the raw side!!
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Many people see their pet dog as an important member of the family, and as with any family member, they want to do everything possible to keep them healthy and happy. There is a huge variety of preventative canine medication available today, to ensure that your dog is at a lower risk from some of the most common illnesses in the canine world.
Dogs are particularly susceptible to a number of internal parasites collectively known as worms. Worm larvae can be ingested, can pass through the skin, or can be passed from mother to puppy during pregnancy or lactation. Common types of worm are heartworm, which occupy the right chamber of the heart and can be fatal, roundworms which cause diarrhea and sickness and can be passed to humans, and hookworms which cause intestinal problems and anemia.
Canine medication for regular ‘worming’ is recommended to prevent these parasites becoming established. A monthly dose can combine treatment for various types of worm, as well as flea control. Although many of these conditions can be treated after they have become serious, the treatment can be unpleasant or even dangerous for the dog. Regular preventative worming will greatly reduce the risks these parasites pose.
Another common canine condition that can be prevented or lessened by preventative medicine is arthritis. This disease, which causes painful swelling of the joints, can prevent your dog from running, walking and generally enjoying life. It can totally alter a dog’s character, making them shy and withdrawn, or sometimes even aggressive.
Regular supplements of Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids are one of several ways of preventing the onset of arthritis. Once established, arthritis can be treated with drugs containing glucosamine, which aids the development of healthy cartilage, tendons and ligaments.
When you are considering getting a dog, you should familiarize yourself with the basics of canine first aid. The American Red Cross recommends you keep a basic first aid kit that contains the following: gauze pads to stop bleeding, bandages and cloth to strap fractured limbs, a thermometer, tweezers, antibiotic ointment to dress wounds, a cold pack to reduce swelling or apply to burns, and a rubber tourniquet to stop severe bleeding.
One basic first aid rule is that you should always muzzle your dog and keep them on a comfortable leash if they are in distress. Even the friendliest dog can be a danger to themselves or others when they are in pain or are suffering.
You need to be aware that a dog’s normal temperature is between 100 and 102.5 degrees, and check regularly if you think your dog is outside these parameters. You should know that you can warm a hypothermic dog with warm blankets and a hairdryer, and lower the temperature of a dog with heatstroke using cool water.
You should know that baking soda and water, or calamine lotion, relieve the itching of a bite or sting. Above all you should know when the situation is serious enough to call your veterinarian, and you should have their number handy at all times.
There are a lot of medical considerations to take into account when you are looking after a dog. However, the wide range of canine medication available ensures that it is possible for your pet to have a long healthy life, with just a little care and attention.
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What are the possible signs of being a vampire?
There are a lot of posers out there, and im actually just confused.
I am not one of those crazed twilight fans, so please don’t assume so.
Sometimes i appear to be pale(not as if it matters)
I hate the sun, it always gives me headaches and i feel as if im going to burst. My eyes are very exotic(once again not really sure if it matters)
Holy water and churches give me the worst kind of feeling and sickness, almosy has the same affect as the sun.
I can’t stand the day time i always feel so drained, but when night comes i am as energized as ever.
I crave blood so much ,I sometimes try to bite or cut myself to get to it.
And sometimes my canines ache and feel like they’re growing or something, its like when i get mad i feel like biting something really badly and also they have that feeling when i am around or hear of something that could possibly relate to vampires.
And i feel like my soul leaves my body often, and like im about to faint.
Ok. First, Don’t give out your email. Actual vampires might be watching, and they’ve gotten good at tracking.
Signs of becoming a vampire.
1 Exanguination, or a loss of your blood. All of it.
2 Death. By all purposes, you will be medically dead for 3-12 days.
3 Vampirism takes hold. In death, your pupils will dilate, your nails will grow extremely long, and your skin will become leathery and hard. This is also the point that all your teeth become quite sharp.
4 Reanimation You will rise from the grave upon reanimation. This part can be tricky, as suspicious townsfolk may suspect that you are a vampire and bury you upside down. Make sure that you know which way is up before you begin your escape.
Some other Signs.
Death in sunlight: There is no “headache” stage. If a vampire’s form is in sunlight, it dies. Completely.
Thirst for blood: If you are sustained by anything else besides blood, you are not a vampire.
Repelled by the lords name: If the words Mythras, Ganesh, Yahweh, Jesus, Amon-Re, Zoastran, or Baldur do not make you hid in terror under the desk, you are not a vampire.
I think that the signs of vampirism are quite obvious and easy for anyone to test for. I’m unsure as to why there is so much confusion on this point.
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