Tag: PetHealthGuide
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Dog Reverse Sneezing vs. Collapsed Trachea: Causes and How to Tell the Difference
1. The gasping sound made when inhaling is mostly “reverse sneezing,” a temporary soft palate spasm, which calms down easily if you gently block their nostrils. 2. The goose-honking sound made when exhaling is a sign of “tracheal collapse,” where the airway narrows, and it occurs frequently in small dogs. 3. To prevent and manage…
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Do Dogs and Cats Lie? Learned Malingering and Veterinary Differential Diagnosis
1. Conditioned Response: They cannot tell moral lies, but it is a “positive reinforcement” learning process that recreates the successful memory of when your love and treats poured out after they acted sick. 2. Differentiating Limping: If they drag their leg even when given treats or watched from afar, or feel pain when touched, suspect…