Q: My Siamese cat is sick, likes to lie very still, eats, but with very little appetite,
does potty, has terrible breath. not very fun loving or playful any more. Oh she also breathes very fast. Do you have any thoughts or suggestions? A: Generally, when cats show signs of anorexia, decreased energy, and labored respiration, a potentially life threatening problem exists. Additionally, bad breath may may indicate serious infections, or organ failure. See your pet's doctor immediately!
Q: My dog Daisy passed away 1 1/2 years ago in December. After finally working through my grief, I think I'm ready to open my heart again to a new dog. I am currently debating on whether to adopt one dog or two, having heard that dogs enjoy the companionship of each other. What do you recommend? A: Dogs typically do very well in pairs. The interaction between dogs at play cannot be exactly duplicated with human companionship alone. Dogs enjoy running and wrestling with each other, and frequently exercise more when together. When considering adopting a pet, always remember to visit our local shelters to give abandoned pets a second chance...Good luck in finding the perfect pair!
Q: My hamster has sores growing on his feet and I don't know how to cure or stop them. A: A number of causes exist these sores. Hamsters can suffer abrasions from wire cage bottoms, or cuts from sharp wood chips used in some types of bedding. Self-trauma, injuries from fighting with other hamsters, or unclean, moist bedding may also cause lesions on the feet. These injuries can become infected with a staph bacteria leading to progression of the sores and serious health risks. See your vet as soon as possible so that antibiotics can started and other conditions, such as parasites, can be eliminated.

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