FAQ

Yes, dogs can recover from aspiration pneumonia with prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment, especially if they are otherwise healthy.

Aspiration pneumonia in dogs is a lung infection caused by inhaling foreign material, such as food, liquid, or stomach contents, into the airways and lungs. This leads to inflammation and infection of lung tissue, often after vomiting or improper administration of substances.

Signs of unhealthy weight in cats include visible ribs or hips, lack of a visible waist, sagging belly, lethargy, grooming difficulties, or changes in eating habits.

The 3-3-3 rule refers to the general adjustment period for a newly adopted cat: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to settle in, and 3 months to feel fully at home.

Signs of unhealthy weight in cats include inability to feel ribs, protruding bones, a lack of waist, or sagging belly, along with changes in behavior or activity.

The 3-3-3 rule for cats is a guideline to understand the adjustment periods of newly adopted cats: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to settle in, and 3 months to fully adapt.

Signs of unhealthy weight in cats include difficulty feeling ribs, lack of waist, a sagging belly for overweight cats, or visible ribs and pronounced abdominal tuck for underweight cats.

The 3-3-3 rule for cats is not a recognized standard; instead, a cat's health should be monitored using guidelines such as body condition scoring and breed-specific weight ranges.

A 10 lb cat is generally within a healthy weight range, but its ideal weight depends on breed, sex, and body condition rather than just the number.

Yes, 20lbs is heavy for most cats and may indicate obesity, except for naturally large breeds like Maine Coons where this weight can be normal.