Pets - 19 September 2006

Hi I am really intrested in adopting a puppy, I really don't want to buy one because there are so many out there that need homes. The problem is that at this time I can't seem to find not one single animal shelter in Providence Rhode Island that have puppies. I have went to Petfinder but they really don't have a shelter were you just walk in adopt and take the puppy home , so anyone mdoes know please help me out. I know the problem is that it is kitten season but the pounds had said that fall began puppy season and here we are in the fall season thank you very much for your time

2006-09-19 15:20:01 · 5 answers · asked by Shanana 2 in Dogs

I don't know whats wrong with her. I did some research on it.. and apparently, it could be something to do with the spine. I called the vet and they said they can't see her till Thursday. I'm REALLY really scared for my pup because she's whinning in pain, and not eating. I'm heartbroken right now, and I don't know what to do. I can't switch vets because there arn't any around here.. and my moms really mad and sad because she spent over $600 on the dog this month. What should I do? :'(

2006-09-19 15:17:29 · 16 answers · asked by ockristy 2 in Dogs

I understand why it was said a cat has more than 1 life, but why the number 9? Where'd it come from?

2006-09-19 15:12:42 · 10 answers · asked by Gryphon 1 in Cats

I have a 10 month old male budgie who speaks English. He says about a dozen phrases, like "Whatcha doin'?" "Tell me story" and "What a pretty bird". Some phrases he uses in context, as in "bye bye" or "good morning". He is a little bit difficult to understand, and he sounds *absolutely* nothing like any of the budgie recordings that I have been able to find online. I am, in fact, mostly convinced by my bird that many online sites are hoaxes.
Does anyone know of a reliable site with budgie recordings (I thought my bird my enjoy listening).
Thanks.

2006-09-19 15:09:01 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

My cat has not been herself for a week. Past 3 days she has not been eating. She has lost alot of weight in the past week.
Took her to the vet today, did tests and blood work. They gave her sub Q fluids and sent me home with Clavamox. Vet called tonight and said her white blood count was sky rocketed. I cant remember if she said 5100 or 51,000...but it was real high, which means she has some sort of real bad infection, but they don't know what or where.
She did eat a bit tonight (warmed canned food), but I am worried about her. Vet said if she isnt any better, they may need to up the strength of the meds and possibly hospitilize her to give her more fluids.
What can I do to help her pull through? She was out a little bit today, and only ate maybe 1/4 of a small can of food. But it is more than she has eaten in 3 days. I just dont want to wake up to a dead cat in the AM, and I also don't want to have her hospitalized if I can nurse her back at home.

2006-09-19 15:07:22 · 12 answers · asked by pawsnclaws123 1 in Cats

Is there a way to train my rabbit to stop digging? Should I have her nails surgically removed?

2006-09-19 15:06:46 · 11 answers · asked by ksgates99 1 in Other - Pets

She has good days and bad ones. Right after you bring her in she will go in the house. My husband is about ready to get rid of her. Any suggestions would be great.

2006-09-19 15:06:17 · 4 answers · asked by susieswalker2000 1 in Dogs

my baby Simon 7 weeks old grinds his teeth when and after he eats....he went to the vet yesterday and she said his mouth is normal..but I've never known a cat to sit and grind this teeth together...its very strange and loud...anyone else ever hear of this?

thanks

2006-09-19 15:03:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

HE IS A BORDER COLLIE AND HE IS VERY HIGH ENERGY, I TRY TO KEEP HIM BUSY, BUT HE ALSO LIKES TO CHEW! SO WHAT SHOULD I DO?

2006-09-19 15:01:31 · 22 answers · asked by katy_2_cool 1 in Dogs

both are grey tigers. very loiving. they are very clean. litter trained and loves to play tag with each other.

2006-09-19 14:55:10 · 10 answers · asked by mom in tears 1 in Cats

I have found a place!!
A group house and I move in next weekend! :-) With my cat!! Thank you for all your advice, my question was this... Leia has lived her whole life inside (1 year) and I would like to introduce her to the outdoors... How do I do this? Is one month inside enough? then how do I take her outside? I don't want to lose her...

2006-09-19 14:54:13 · 15 answers · asked by only_two_wheels 1 in Cats

Is there more animals in need in Heaven than on Earth or what ?

2006-09-19 14:51:38 · 7 answers · asked by shotie 3 in Reptiles

I would like to be able to have her back in the palm of my hand and my fingers around her front. She will step up on to my finger with no problem and that took almost a year. I'd like to be able to do this so that visits to the vet will be easyer and less stress on the vet, myself and Belle (my bird). If you know what to do please help.

2006-09-19 14:51:01 · 6 answers · asked by trtlekltz 2 in Birds

three Orange ,two Pearl,and one Opaline Gourami the large Orange male seems two dominate the rest he swims around the tank while the rest seem to hang in one of the corners together.Is this normal behaviour?

2006-09-19 14:50:52 · 4 answers · asked by Matthew L 1 in Fish

my dog is a blue brendal dog with a black nose
and hazel eyes she is really laid back.

2006-09-19 14:49:10 · 14 answers · asked by Shawn T 1 in Dogs

2006-09-19 14:47:26 · 11 answers · asked by godsmackfroggy 1 in Dogs

My 1 year old cat was just Spayed today. How can I make her comfy and keep her from pulling at her stitches?
FYI - I had an appointment to spay her in April but when my Landlord came to fix a water leak in my apartment, the idiot forgot to shut the door all the way and she got (Was just starting her first heat cycle) Well she came home 3 weeks later but was pregnant. Very suprised but happy to have 4 crazy and adorable kittens. Well they are now weaned and I was able to get her spayed today (I cried leaving her there since it took me over 8 months to get her to trust me (she was a older feral kitten)) She is now constatly grooming her whole body and tugging at her stiches now (not to hard) The poor little girl hurts too but the vet said she does not need pain meds at home. When she walks (I tried to keep her separated but she cried for her babies (such a good Mommy)) she is hunched over. Any Advice...

2006-09-19 14:47:19 · 16 answers · asked by errin24 2 in Cats

Do they like it on? Off? Do they not care?

2006-09-19 14:45:19 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

Driving with us or flying with strangers (while we drive there with our stuff). What is less traumatic for the cats?

2006-09-19 14:45:04 · 9 answers · asked by Ejsenstejn 2 in Cats

info on parrot fish? are they freshwater or saltwater? can they go in a 10 gal. aquarium? are they agressive or calm? do they do better by themselves or with a mate? can i eat one?

2006-09-19 14:44:09 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

O'kay two week ends ago we breeded my dog Bear who is a pom with another pom who was in heat... How do we tell if she is prego and if it worked? How long till she will have pups? And this would be her first litter so about how many? Any help plz.

2006-09-19 14:43:41 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

She is a 2 year old Shiz Tzu and keeps chewing the paint off the baseboard. We've tried spanking her, covering them over with something, but she always figues out how to get to it. I don't want her getting sick from eating paint chips.

2006-09-19 14:41:08 · 16 answers · asked by BAnne 7 in Dogs

I'm getting a new dog when I move into my own place and am considering either a Scottie dog or Jack Russell. Anyone have any (informed) opinions on the pro's and con's of either breed?

2006-09-19 14:39:11 · 11 answers · asked by the_fatmanwalksalone 4 in Dogs

Southern Ontario

2006-09-19 14:39:05 · 3 answers · asked by Matthew L 1 in Reptiles

But I don't know what it is I live in Australia. It is an animal of some type but what type would it be what we as Aussie know them as if we have them.

2006-09-19 14:35:30 · 4 answers · asked by Mrs Magoo 4 in Other - Pets

I am trying to determine the normal pee to poo ratio for cats. I have a himalayan and I clean his litter every day. The vet says to watch; he doesn't have a urinary tract infection, but I have noticed a 4:1 ratio or 3:1 on a daily basis. I watch him and listen, he seems to be happy and healthy; no straining or marking/spraying. However, I am not here ALL the time. Just wondering from one newer cat/pet owner/lover to the veterans out there...Thanks in advance!

2006-09-19 14:34:07 · 12 answers · asked by Meghann S 1 in Cats

2006-09-19 14:33:13 · 20 answers · asked by PangiBear 2 in Cats

I'm looking for some rare LPS frags, like blastos and acan, any good sites?

2006-09-19 14:30:15 · 3 answers · asked by Wes 3 in Fish

Hi my friend,a total animal lovers, Labrador Retriver had pups and she wants a new name that begins with M for her dog. She already has Molly but she dosn't like that! HELPP!!

2006-09-19 14:29:36 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2006-09-19 14:29:31 · 4 answers · asked by alvin2g1 3 in Birds