Is it an Emergency? Shivering, Lethargy, and More

In Part I of this article, we discussed common complaints of vomiting, diarrhea, and limping and when you should panic — or more often than not — when you notice the signs. this mark in your pet. In this second part, we will discuss common complaints of tremors/tremors and weakness/topqa.info if my dog or cat is shaking/running? Usually, we’ll get panic calls when a pet owner notices her pet is shaking and/or swaying uncontrollably. Pets can shiver or shiver for a variety of reasons — pain, fear, anxiety, stress, or simply being too cold. There is even an endocrine disorder called Addison’s disease that can cause excessive tremors. It’s common to see dogs shiver and shake during thunderstorms or July 4 fireworks. Some will even react this way if there’s a lot of unusual noise nearby from construction or sirens. motion. If the shivering is really temperature related (which it usually isn’t), chances are you’re a little too cold, or you just brought your furry dog in from the very cold outdoors. If neither is the case, his or her tremor is most likely not due to extreme cold. The difficulty here is trying to determine if the level of pain or the source of the pain is of enough concern to panic and get your dog or kitten straight to the vet or to an emergency facility. . Often this is a call to judgment, but here are a few guidelines. If shivering and shaking are accompanied by gasping, this is usually a sign of stress, and more intense pain or discomfort. If you see or feel an obvious problem — a completely abnormal limb indicates possible fracture, extremely distended or distended abdomen indicates possible bloating, pancreatitis or other bowel pain, or extreme stiffness (as if your pet doesn’t want to move) especially in the neck or back with or without gait abnormalities or ataxia (appears as if your pet is drunk and staggered) wobbly), which could indicate a herniated disc or a muscle problem along the spine, you want to seek veterinary medical attention as soon as possible — the sooner the better. If you don’t notice any of the above symptoms, you can try giving your pet a veterinary, species-appropriate, pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medication if you have any of these. in the home. In a pinch, for dogs, you can try buffered aspirin or Ascriptin (which is an aspirin with an antacid) at a dose of one child aspirin tablet over 15 to 20 lbs body weight, or one aspirin or Ascriptin tablet. for adults over 60 to 80 lbs of body weight. Do not use more than once and do not use any other “pain reliever” medication on your dog or cat without first checking with your veterinarian. Note that acetaminophen, Tylenol’s active ingredient, can kill a cat! If minor symptoms of pain persist, see your veterinarian for a more specific diagnosis or for more aggressive treatment. What about weakness/apathy? This is often one of the more difficult symptoms because the presentation is often very subtle and can mean many different things. If your pet is suddenly “ADR” (Incorrect), we usually try to rule out the other obvious symptoms we’ve discussed. First, it’s never a bad idea to take your pet’s temperature. If you don’t already own a thermometer for your pet, buy one! A normal temperature for your dog or cat is between 100.5 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit (it can go up to 103 degrees if they’re nervous or stressed). If their temperature is above 103.5 degrees, you should consider seeing a veterinarian. In general, if their temperature is in the normal range and they don’t have more serious problems (vomiting/diarrhea, limping, shivering/shaking, obvious pain, etc.) swollen or white gums (which can indicate blood loss or blood cell destruction due to acute bleeding, clotting disorders, or immune system disease), I often recommend that my clients give it a day or longer before panicking — especially if the pet is still eating and walking. If you can’t identify any obvious cause and by 24 hours your pet is still comatose, not eating, or unwilling to go for a walk, it’s time to see your vet or head to topqa.info regular emergency. You will also find pets, especially dogs, becoming lethargic from muscle soreness after overexertion (exercise wise) at a dog park or dog daycare facility. We also found pets acting a little too tender because of psychological issues (change in their routine or schedule, change in your schedule or routine, loss of another family pet, etc.). Dogs and cats can actually show signs of depression, and it often manifests as lethargy. This mild weakness or coma is usually not an immediate concern, but if a little extra time and attention doesn’t resolve the issue, make an appointment with your vet. . I hope this information and these guidelines will help you better understand and assess your pet’s symptoms and problems, put your mind at ease, and hopefully save you a bit of money. time and money. always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource for ensuring the health and happiness of your pets.Read more: why we have two kidneys | Top Q&ASee more about conditions associated with tremors and lethargy Diseases of serious illness in dogsRead more: Joker – why it’s so serious! | Top Q&A on How to Treat Your Pet’s Pain Top Q&A