There are many signs that animals may display that could require a visit to FRAH. It is not possible to offer a complete list of symptoms, but if you have a concern about your pet’s health that is not listed below, please call the FRAH and discuss them with a staff member without delay.
Some common signs that indicate a problem could be:
- seizures or passing out
- stumbling, wobbliness, falling to one side
- exercise intolerance (won’t run as long or chase the ball as much)
- respiratory difficulties–coughing or sneezing
- not eating or dropping food after attempting to eat
- foul odor from mouth
- strong odor or unusual color to urine
- drinking more water than usual or urinating a lot
- unexplained weight loss
- dull or unkempt coat
- bald spots, itching excessively
- trouble rising in morning
- trouble walking on slick surfaces
- not climbing stairs, jumping or playing as usual
- eating ravenously but not gaining weight
- diarrheas and vomiting that won’t stop
- new lumps and bumps
- staying in or around the litter box more than usual
- hot spots or red areas on skin
- scooting rear end
- swollen abdomen
- any non weight bearing lameness
- limping that lasts more than 3 days
- rectal temperatures above 102.5*