Pets - 14 October 2006

I have never owned a ferret (only rats, hamsters, and dogs) and was just wondering what their level of care is. I know they need lots of attention (would love to give it!) but what else? I can leave a hamster in a cage with plenty of food and water for the weekend and they enjoy that better than being toted around, but a dog would definitely rather come with me than be at home. If we went camping, for instance, would we leave the ferret at home with provisions or take it with us? Thank you!

2006-10-14 17:05:07 · 5 answers · asked by Maber 4 in Other - Pets

2006-10-14 17:05:00 · 15 answers · asked by bob b 1 in Other - Pets

I have been trying to train her by spraying water so she will stop jumping on the furniture, but it hasn't been effective. She is such a rebel and doesn't mind when I skirt her.

2006-10-14 17:02:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

2006-10-14 17:02:28 · 5 answers · asked by Ms Tracey Lyn 2 in Fish

Your opinions thanx

2006-10-14 16:58:49 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

My puppy's right eye seems to be irritating her. She keep blinking and I know something is up. What is wrong w/ her? Is it an emergency? Should I get her to the hospital right now or can it wait till the morning. Did something get caught in her eye? It's only one eye. iono what to do. help.

2006-10-14 16:58:46 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

She always does it, my 6yo cat scratches around the walls and edges of the kitty litter tray instead of in the kitty litter, why does she do this? amd how can i get her to scratch in the kitty litter instead of the walls?

2006-10-14 16:58:14 · 15 answers · asked by lily paige 2 in Cats

2006-10-14 16:57:15 · 11 answers · asked by Ms Tracey Lyn 2 in Fish

i am thinking about getting one well i had a lady put one on hold for me. im so excited i know his father was 128 lbs, and his mom is 84 lbs. i love big dogs but are the hard to train? hard to care for?
what do you think about the breed????

2006-10-14 16:56:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2006-10-14 16:52:34 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I was petting my cat today and noticed that he smelled really bad. Then I heard my sister say that the cat had a cut on the paw of his back left leg. So then I went to check it out and I smelled the cut and it smelled like dead animal and the cut was not bleeding but it was all gooey and wet. What should I do about it? is there any way to disinfect it? And if I go to the vet will it cost a lot?

2006-10-14 16:51:42 · 11 answers · asked by ajrms8600 1 in Cats

I'm going to get a mini rex from a breeder, do you have any tips on how to care for it like what cage i need, where to keep it, what i cannot feed it, and like stuff like that thankx

2006-10-14 16:51:04 · 3 answers · asked by maconheira 4 in Other - Pets

She likes her food and eats fine but whenever I am eating something she goes crazy trying to eat get the food. Is it ok to give her some scrapes of food? She also loves to lick the kitchen floor looking for food.

2006-10-14 16:45:53 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

hi, i have been reading a lot on goldfish lately and have read that lionheads are difficult ot keep. how delicate are they? and is there any special care they need? i know have a 50 gallon tank ( thanks for the advice guys!!!) i know u can't keep them with the normal bodied GF cuz they can't compete for food. will they be ok with fantails and a moor? they are all the same size right now, about 1 inch.

2006-10-14 16:44:48 · 2 answers · asked by Critter_Queen 1 in Fish

I'm not talking about calling the bug man here...I'm talking about something just short of burning the place to the ground. New York city is infested and they are all over the place and immune to all the bug sprays. Anyone had a real success with getting rid of them completely?? Thanks

2006-10-14 16:41:55 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2006-10-14 16:37:24 · 4 answers · asked by poutypitbull 3 in Reptiles

The worm looked like a thin maggot. Does anyone know what kind it is? And do I have to take my cat to the vet, or can I get an over the counter med. Can my dog catch it? If I give my dog medication for worms, but doesn't have worms, will it harm her?
Any info is greatly appreciated.

2006-10-14 16:36:28 · 24 answers · asked by rchlpack 1 in Cats

So far I have given them babannas, apple's, carrots. Which kind of lettuce is good, I've read, green leaf, red leaf, romaine, etc.

2006-10-14 16:34:59 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

Maybe like a hamster or fish?

2006-10-14 16:34:36 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

Okay... i've worked with ferrets, but what i would like to know, is if they "like" getting a bath... or does it end up being a 'chore' ? lol... just curious, i know that if you start them out 'young', they should 'get used to it'.

2006-10-14 16:24:08 · 5 answers · asked by JSSK 3 in Other - Pets

We just got a Boxer, rescued, m/2yrs. And he has been peeing on the ball that he plays with when my husband is throwing it for him. When he does that, we throw it out, cause, ew. It is all soaked in to the tennis ball. Any ideas why, besides just staking claim.

2006-10-14 16:23:35 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2006-10-14 16:23:09 · 6 answers · asked by fariefra 1 in Other - Pets

any tiger barb experts out there? fill me in on some good info i should know to raise some tiger barbs..also...ive got 2 catfish but they arnt the corydoras...i forgot the name of them....ill discribe them as best as i can....they are a silver color with black speckles, long wiskers and ...also have black shading in some areas of their body. about 3-5 inches long right now, i dont think they are done growing yet if you know the name of that fish that would be awsome...thanks

2006-10-14 16:23:08 · 4 answers · asked by shortlilkorngrl929 2 in Fish

have three large goldfish,& I could use a site to find out why they swim at the top...They are about 3-4 in long...No smart remarks & get 10 points for a good answer. thanks all (they're acting like thier drinking the water does that make sense??

2006-10-14 16:22:50 · 8 answers · asked by jpotts 3 in Fish

2006-10-14 16:21:39 · 9 answers · asked by mormon 1 in Cats

2006-10-14 16:21:37 · 8 answers · asked by sogullablegurly 3 in Fish

My cat has been sick sense thursday, and I am taking her to the vet tommorow. She won't eat on her own, and she is constipated.

I bought her some laxatives that didn't work, and high calorie food supliment and baby food. Should I continue to force feed her, or would that hurt her sense she can't poop?

2006-10-14 16:19:44 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

I have a 8 year old terrier mix named shadow, and the past 2 days he has been acting different. Last night, he was laying between me and my husband on the couch and his tongue was hanging out his mouth on the side like he was having an attack of some sort. I calmed him down and he seemed fine. I called of friend of mine this morning and she said it sounded like he may have a a stroke? He's only 8 years old and I have had him since he was a puppy. Yesterday, he went through almost 3 fillings of water and today he hardly drank any water, but he has been going to the bathroom as normal. What d you think it could be? I've been keeping an eye on him and don't know if I need to take him to an emergency vet or let it take it's course (whatever it is).
Please be kind in your repsonses as this dog is the last memory of my son.....
Please give me any suggestions you may have.
Thank you!

2006-10-14 16:13:48 · 16 answers · asked by kimmer 3 in Dogs

As i checked also in my local free newspaper and i saw some kittens going for 20 quid

2006-10-14 16:10:20 · 40 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

i just got the cat today. its arround 3 - 4 months old.. but i dont know what gender it is.. how can i tell?

2006-10-14 16:03:35 · 11 answers · asked by a_cute_lilangel 2 in Cats