Why is the dog wilting?
In the past 10 days, the topic of pet health has been very popular on social media and forums, especially the issue of dogs' poor mental state (commonly known as "wilting"), which has triggered widespread discussion. The following is a summary analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, combined with veterinarian advice, to answer the possible causes and countermeasures of dog wilting.
1. Top 5 popular pet health topics on the Internet (last 10 days)
| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The dog is not energetic | 18.7 | Causes of loss of appetite and drowsiness |
| 2 | Summer pet heatstroke | 15.2 | Cooling measures, symptom recognition |
| 3 | canine gastroenteritis | 12.4 | Vomiting and diarrhea, home care |
| 4 | Pet vaccine reactions | 9.8 | Adverse reactions after vaccination |
| 5 | Dog anxiety symptoms | 7.3 | Impact of environmental changes |
2. 6 common causes of wilting in dogs
| Cause classification | Specific performance | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| physiological reasons | Lack of sleep/excessive exercise | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| environmental factors | Heat stroke/cold discomfort | ★★★☆☆ |
| dietary problems | food poisoning/indigestion | ★★☆☆☆ |
| disease symptoms | Canine distemper/parvovirus and other infectious diseases | ★★★★★ |
| psychological problems | separation anxiety/stress reaction | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Traumatic pain | Joint damage/internal bleeding | ★★★★☆ |
3. 5 danger signs that require immediate medical attention
When a dog shows the following symptoms, it needs to be sent to the doctor within 2 hours:
1. Refusal to eat or drink for more than 24 hours
2. Accompanied by repeated vomiting or bloody stools
3. Pupil dilation/no response to light
4. Body temperature above 39.5℃ or below 37℃
5. Convulsions or confusion
4. 3 effective methods for home care
| method | Operation steps | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| physical cooling | 1. Adjust the air conditioner to 26℃ 2. Wipe the floor mats with a wet towel 3. Provide ice pads | Early stage of heat stroke |
| Gastrointestinal conditioning | 1. Fast for 6 hours 2. Feed probiotics 3. Feed water in small amounts and frequently | mild diarrhea |
| Emotional soothing | 1. Play soft music 2. Use pheromone spray 3. Keep the environment quiet | stress response |
5. Daily suggestions to prevent dogs from being mentally ill
1.Regular physical examination: Routine blood examination for adult dogs once a year and for elderly dogs once every six months.
2.Scientific feeding: Avoid feeding humans high-salt and high-sugar foods. It is recommended to use automatic feeders to control the amount.
3.environmental management: Keep ventilation in summer and prepare warm nest mats in winter
4.motion planning: Arrange daily exercise time according to the characteristics of the dog breed, and avoid drinking water immediately after strenuous exercise.
5.psychological construction: Carry out social training to reduce stress reactions caused by environmental changes
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023, based on the popularity analysis of Weibo, Zhihu, Douyin and other platforms. If your dog’s symptoms persist for more than 48 hours, be sure to contact a professional pet hospital for detailed examination.
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