Pets - 26 October 2006

Why do dogs wag their tails? is it really because they are happy?

2006-10-26 09:07:48 · 5 answers · asked by ruthie baby 1 in Dogs

I was looking for pet food and I went into a local pet store not expecting that they had about 15 puppies in the back of the store in cages up for adoption. Yes, they are cute and lovable faces but 98% of the time they are from backyard breeders/puppy mills which means your puppy could get parvo and such. I have never bought from a pet store but I just wanted to alert everyone that doesn't know that pet store dogs/puppies may be cute but they could have or devlope something wrong with him/her. And please, spay/neuter your cats and dogs!

2006-10-26 09:07:41 · 15 answers · asked by crazygolucky 2 in Dogs

2006-10-26 09:04:37 · 1 answers · asked by La Chaparra 3 in Other - Pets

All the puppy shampoos I have found say not to use on puppies under 12 weeks old. My puppy is 8 weeks and I would love to have her smell a little better. Do you think its ok to use baby shampoo since it is so gentle?

2006-10-26 09:04:01 · 12 answers · asked by kiwi_kb 2 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:59:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

2006-10-26 08:59:01 · 8 answers · asked by hate school, love Dog Whisperer! 2 in Cats

Hi!
Just looking into puppies at the moment and have fallen in love with the German Short Haired Pointer. I don't want it for hunting purposes, and was wondering if anyone has any health info on them before I commit? So far everything I've read about them has been very positive, just wanted to check in closer to home about your experiences. Wondering also if they have a naturally high hunting instinct, or is it possible to curb this when you get them young?
Anything you can tell me is greatly appreciated!

2006-10-26 08:54:03 · 11 answers · asked by politicalghettogirl 3 in Dogs

My dog has cancer. She is sooo bad some days, but other days she is perfectly fine. Is this normal w/ cancer?

2006-10-26 08:50:43 · 17 answers · asked by truebeing3030 3 in Dogs

Adopted a new dog and she doesn't like any dogs or people outisde of my house. I got her 2 weeks ago and she's approximately 2 years old and was being fostered in a home with 2 other dogs. She's great with people who come to my home such as family and friends (she's shy but warms up quickly) but when I walk her she barks at other people we come across and barks and growls at other dogs. She acts as if she wants to meet them and even whines - but when we approach them she acts aggressively. I have tried letting the leash go but she runs right up to them and starts barking. Strange thing is she's not like this inside the house AT ALL. Anyone come across this with their dog?

2006-10-26 08:46:15 · 13 answers · asked by misha515 2 in Dogs

My cats are of the same age, sex and I had them at about the same time.

2006-10-26 08:45:44 · 11 answers · asked by candice_rob120052003 1 in Cats

He has also just started digging at cushions and pillows & shredding them. HELP!!!!

2006-10-26 08:39:34 · 10 answers · asked by Pat Z 2 in Dogs

I just got a new puppy from a guy that didnt want her, alot of people are telling my family many diff. things she might be The guy told us she was a shih tzu but we think she is a shih tzu mixed with something else? we have a full grown 4 year old shih tzu at home and when he was little he didnt look quite like her. anyone have any good ideas what she is? http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c89/x3iil0veeu/kenziehomecomming011.jpg http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c89/x3iil0veeu/kenziehomecomming006.jpg

2006-10-26 08:38:08 · 16 answers · asked by xjhughes07x 1 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:36:53 · 29 answers · asked by toto-tot 2 in Dogs

Ok, I went last night to see a 4 week old puppy that I am buying (a Maltipoo) He is sooo cute. Anyway, my question is is it ok to bring the puppy home at 7 weeks instead of 8? I just want to make sure before I do, I can't wait to get my puppy but I also want him to be healthy and happy.

2006-10-26 08:36:40 · 13 answers · asked by sallymollyap 2 in Dogs

If my female St. Bernard is in heat, will she eat more, or does that mean she's pregnant?

2006-10-26 08:35:08 · 5 answers · asked by Jenna 4 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:32:56 · 8 answers · asked by sedric j 1 in Other - Pets

2006-10-26 08:30:58 · 17 answers · asked by Penguin Gal 6 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:28:47 · 14 answers · asked by luannaa 1 in Dogs

My dog is under 8kg and has travelled with me before in europe so i know it's possible. She also has her rabies papers and passed her 6 month quarantine, and has a full passport. But i know England is a terribly fussy, and I would like to know what airline and airport ( preferably London) ican use, any ideas, I would be very happy.

2006-10-26 08:26:42 · 1 answers · asked by peee x 1 in Dogs

I just bought 6 guppy's, they all died day by day. What kind of fish can I get that doesn't get a lot of disease and doesnt require too much maintenance?

2006-10-26 08:25:18 · 24 answers · asked by grs 1 in Fish

My family is interested in getting a puppy but no one is home during the day from 7am to 4pm four days a week. We are home the other three days. Is there any way to keep the puppy in a kennel when we are gone? We don't mind cleaning up where it goes to the bathroom. Puppy would have enormous attention at all other times. Do you have any suggestions how best to do this apart from leaving the puppy at a dog day care? We would rather not get a puppy if it means dropping it off at dog day care. We could wait until summer when school is out and then someone is always home. Your ideas? thanks.

2006-10-26 08:24:19 · 16 answers · asked by Lighthearted 3 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:23:17 · 10 answers · asked by Kitty Lover 1 in Cats

I am considering dog ownership for next year but have a 1 week holiday booked in june. I would like to get a puppy in early spring but am wondering wether it is cruel to board such a young animal. should I wait until the following year?

2006-10-26 08:23:02 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My friends dog has had heart worms for about 4 years, the vet can't do anything. Now he is having problems breathing a little bit and coughing sometimes. He is still acting like he is happy and he still eats and drinks water and plays. What should I tell my friend to do ?

2006-10-26 08:19:29 · 16 answers · asked by lisa07232000 2 in Dogs

I live in a duplex, side by side, and we share a yard with the neighbor. He has two pit bulls that are always out in the back yard to get exercise and do their "business" But it's a huge problem because I have two little boys, and the neighbor won't pick up the dog mess. I can't even let the boys play outside! Not to mention the guy himself is just horrible..party guy a "Homie" and throws trash out side. His dogs have dug up the yard, and I'm not comfortable being out there. I'd love to be able to garden and have the kids enjoy outside, without having to go to a park. Any help?

2006-10-26 08:18:50 · 17 answers · asked by Wendy 2 in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:18:27 · 57 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2006-10-26 08:15:52 · 24 answers · asked by Chad f 1 in Cats

any ideas besides sticking it on a plate w/ water. i have swimming ants. i would love to keep it sitting on the railing of my back porch. thanks

2006-10-26 08:12:43 · 10 answers · asked by J~ME 2 in Birds

She will eat and then 10-30 mins later throw up . It looks like somebody puored out some dry cat food and put a few drops of water on it to slightly moisten. She does this two to five times a month on average. Is she just eating too fast and not digesting? Or could something be wrong?

2006-10-26 08:10:11 · 14 answers · asked by richkaryn 2 in Cats

2006-10-26 08:08:23 · 8 answers · asked by colourme_green 2 in Fish