Pets - 27 November 2006

What wins a Dog show? This is my only experience...


Once I went to a dog show with my Aunt, who is a chihuahua breeder. She had brought along a dog I liked because I liked her, and entered her because I said "she's the best puppy ever! She'll win!" (This by the way, is the only chihuahua I've ever loved, and occurred about 22 years ago.)

The first run she was very surprised that "Angel" beat out "Chico", her CDX (I guess that some big championship thing). Chico was her best, and he was going for another championship... only to be beat out by 2 rank amatures. We took it up to best in breed, and won that too. After we took best in toy group, my Aunt insisted on taking over for the "Best in Show" run. They lost.

The judge *did* know my Aunt, but didn't realize Angel was hers. He pulled her aside after the show, and told her the reason he'd placed us above everyone else was the obvious love between us... it was obvious that *I* didn't know what I was doing, but Angel did

2006-11-27 08:41:10 · 7 answers · asked by MotherBear1975 6 in Dogs

2006-11-27 08:40:38 · 20 answers · asked by granny weatherwax 1 in Other - Pets

2006-11-27 08:36:34 · 2 answers · asked by antwan j 1 in Other - Pets

the kitten bites and the mom is there but the mom is very sweet but not when it comes to her baby.

2006-11-27 08:36:21 · 9 answers · asked by sweetkassy24 1 in Cats

haha i don't know why i ask.
just answer it.

2006-11-27 08:34:41 · 14 answers · asked by EllaComb 2 in Other - Pets

2006-11-27 08:31:43 · 13 answers · asked by georgene l 1 in Dogs

Recently my year and half old Labrador Retriever has been having a hard time with environmental allergies. I hate having him even on Benedryl but his reaction this time was so bad he got a staph infection. My vet tested him for everything and put him on steroids, but I hate the idea and side effects. Has anyone had experiences with the use of steroids on a dog ? Can anyone reccomend an alternative? Besides Benedryl ( does not work)

2006-11-27 08:31:12 · 13 answers · asked by TritanBear 6 in Dogs

2006-11-27 08:31:03 · 21 answers · asked by Amber 1 in Cats

I just got a new tank, i set it up and got it all filled with water, i put some plant bulbs in it, and now it has been sitting for one day, i am going to put fish in it tomorrow just so that bacteria start growing, the problem is that im at college and i have a four week break coming up, it is unreasonable for me to take the whole tank back with me, so i am going to give the fish to a friend who will take care of it, (he is taking his tank home). will not a having any fish in the tank kill off all the bacteria, and also should i take the plants out before i leave?

2006-11-27 08:29:29 · 3 answers · asked by aj 4 in Fish

He is seven.

2006-11-27 08:28:15 · 19 answers · asked by nick m 2 in Cats

We got a beagle mix from the shelter several months ago. she is really wearing on us because even though she is soooo sweet, she has speration anxiety very bad, She is a mess when we leave, if you watch her from the door she is crying and running in circles, but the biggest thing is she goes to the bathroom all over the place when we leave. Never when we are home, she knows to go out side. I've tried crate training, doggy pads and even anxiety medicie but she spits them back out. Anyone have any suggestions about the bathroom problems.

2006-11-27 08:27:23 · 8 answers · asked by babydoll12481 1 in Dogs

My Iguana (Drako) just passed away 2 days ago. I had always wanted an Iguana and a Rosy Boa. My husband told me one or the other. I now have the option to get my Boa, but I am not sure I am ready or that I really want another animal.

2006-11-27 08:25:04 · 14 answers · asked by tazdevilwild 1 in Reptiles

My new puppy, Luna keeps on chewing on our computer wires and everything else in site. How can I get her to stop chewing on our wires? I don't want her to get hurt by chewing on our computer wires and I feel terrible yelling at her for it. She chews on her stuffed monkey and kitty for only a few seconds then goes back to chewing on wires.

2006-11-27 08:24:58 · 14 answers · asked by Jesi 1 in Dogs

I been wanting to purchase a fish aquarium. I wanted to know which way I should go. Acrylic or Glass? Whats the difference?

2006-11-27 08:23:24 · 10 answers · asked by socal29 2 in Fish

Hello Everyone.
My husband and I are thinking about getting a new dog. We want to insure we get the right dog for our life style. We live live in town and have a 50x50 ft back yard. Wwe both work Mon-Fri with time to spare for the pup after work and on the weekends.

We were looking at a beagle/basset hound mix. But was warned that they howl a lot and are hard to potty train. I am fine with training the dog that is part of having a puppy but the howling bit all of the time is no good.

Any information that can be provided would be wonderful. I just want to insure that we pick the right breed of dog for us. I feel too many people rush into getting a dog which inturn can become an ugly situtation for the owner and dog.

Thanks.....

2006-11-27 08:23:16 · 11 answers · asked by Chrissie 1 in Dogs

2006-11-27 08:22:21 · 5 answers · asked by Cassandra C 2 in Other - Pets

well i was walking from my driveway to my house and i didn't know this cat was behind me. when i reached the front porch i noticed and let it inside. i know who's cat it is. my neighbor that lives down the road.should i returun the kitten? its just so cute!!!

2006-11-27 08:21:41 · 9 answers · asked by mischa m 2 in Cats

Will he ever lift his leg???

I don't actually care, I am just wondering. He is what I call a purebred dumb dawg (shep/lab/husky/terrier cross) about 55 lbs (don't know if this matters) and has already been neutered.

2006-11-27 08:21:15 · 22 answers · asked by elysialaw 6 in Dogs

yorkies are expensive!! Are their any other similar breeds that resemble these dogs in size and not in price.Help!!

2006-11-27 08:19:20 · 13 answers · asked by socal29 2 in Dogs

I adopted 2 mixed breed puppies about 3 months ago (they are now 6 mo.), a female and her brother, who is now with my sister. I strongly believe that they are pit bull/beagle mixes because of their size (small), coloring, and general body stature (I googled for images, and they are dead on). The female (Sophie, black and white) more closely resembles a pit, while her brother (Simon, black/brown/white) looks more like a beagle and sounds like one to boot. So far both puppies are very sweet with people and other dogs and have shown no aggression except with each other (sibling rivalry perhaps). I just can't help being a little concerned about the possible pit bull background. Does anyone else have a pit/beagle or just pit mix who could maybe relieve my concerns. I have Sophie in obedience training and she is doing very well. Is there anything I need to watch for in her behavior? Any advice you could offer would be great. Thanks!

2006-11-27 08:19:05 · 12 answers · asked by audairymaid 2 in Dogs

My dog is 4 years old. She was fixed when she was a puppy. Lately she tries to hump me 2 to 3 times a day. Why is she doing this? I thought her being neutered (sp?) this shouldn't be happening.
What should I do when she tries to do this to me?
thanks for any help anone can give me.

2006-11-27 08:17:53 · 8 answers · asked by Vicky C 2 in Dogs

Is it possible to walk by your cat and not pet her/him? I catch myself petting everytime I walk past mine.

2006-11-27 08:11:14 · 12 answers · asked by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7 in Cats

2006-11-27 08:10:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

Their home is being bulldozed and they will surely be buried alive if somebody doesn't rescue them. Please SAVE these precious animals.

2006-11-27 08:07:51 · 9 answers · asked by Mom2Six 2 in Cats

turtles

2006-11-27 08:06:56 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

2006-11-27 08:06:51 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

i am moving 800 miles its about a 12-14 hour drive i have a 3 large fish, and a sting ray.. how can i transport them? please don't say put them in baggies, i think this trip will require a more sturdy form of travel.

2006-11-27 08:02:35 · 4 answers · asked by iwearpink4life 3 in Fish

Hi guys, we are ordering my Chihuahua a Buddy Belt harness for Christmas. I have heard from many people that they are great for small dogs. My Chihuahua has had problems with walking with collars, the make him cough and hack on our walks. The Buddy Belt puts the pressure on the chest, not the neck of the dog. I have also read that it is vet recommended. But, I was wondering, do any of you use the Buddy Belt on your dog??? I thought I would get some opinions...Thanks!

2006-11-27 08:02:12 · 3 answers · asked by R.S.C. 2 in Dogs

2006-11-27 07:57:44 · 12 answers · asked by divine_alazaye 1 in Other - Pets

He has a funny look about him.

2006-11-27 07:56:39 · 25 answers · asked by EastWest 1 in Other - Pets