Pets - 8 December 2006

When my dog gets excited (playwise) she always rubs her *** across the carpet and then goes back and sniffs and licks the area on the rug. Why is this? Does this have to do with anal glands and phermones?

2006-12-08 14:12:59 · 24 answers · asked by animalcrackers31 2 in Dogs

She is terrified of the sudden loud pops and hisses that my 1920's floor furnace makes, so I rarely turn it on, and we both freeze! She has the standard fear of fireworks, but is also terrified of other noises such as a smoke detector beeping, and any noise coming out of my computer speakers (but unafraid of TV or stereo noise). I am most concerned about her fears of the heater. She seems to be a German shephard/yellow lab mix.

2006-12-08 14:12:12 · 2 answers · asked by ckrunhard 1 in Dogs

My one dog always leaves the room where I am at and goes to the bathroom. I know the best think to do is to correct it by catching him in the act. However I can't follow him everywhere every time he leaves the room. Its a 2 story house. Is the best thing to do to keep a baby gate to prevent him from going into other rooms so I can keep an eye on him? and than eventually after he learns to go to the bathroom outside than he will stop doing it in the house?

2006-12-08 14:07:16 · 10 answers · asked by Valerie 1 in Dogs

We have had our cat for 1 1/2 years and she is wearing out her welcome! We can't have any live plants because she eats them. She poops in the box and then climbs onto the bed leaving poop from her sitting. She has destroyed two sofas by scratching. And the Christmas season is upon us and I'm afraid to put a tree up because I know she will tear it down. She is way too active. I thought she would have calmed down by now but she still acts like a kitten. Plus she is getting fat because she eats so much. My nerves are really wearing thin! I will miss her if I give her away but I think that's what will have to happen. Any suggestions? Any takers? She's a black domestic, 1yr. 9mos., energetic, spayed kitty in the Chicago area

2006-12-08 14:02:52 · 20 answers · asked by Nicole P 3 in Cats

I have always been a cat owner but I have never bought a purebreed cat. I am interested in getting a bengal kitten after recently putting down my other kitten. Does anyone have a bengal and can tell me if they make a good pet? I am looking for a cat breed that will be very social, active and will be ok in an apartment! I don't even know where to start in terms of looking for a reputable breeder either. Any info or suggestions about bengals would help!

2006-12-08 14:01:04 · 4 answers · asked by katie4907 1 in Cats

He follows my cat around the house and growls at my other dog when she shows him attention. Its like hes being possesive over the cat.

2006-12-08 14:00:39 · 10 answers · asked by stashley88 2 in Dogs

This story is from the Ultimate American Pit Bull Terrier by Jacqueline O'Neil. Weela was also featured in the October, 1996 Outside magazine as an example of the kind of dog one would like to have in a life-threatening situation.


Gary Watkins, eleven years old, was absorbed in chasing lizards when Weela, the family Pit Bull, plowed into him with a body slam that sent him sprawling. Gary's mother, Lori, saw the whole incident and remembers being surprised at first, because Weela always played kindly with children. But her surprise quickly turned to horror when she saw a rattlesnake sink its fangs into Weela's face. Somehow Weela had sensed the snake's presence from across the yard and rushed to push Gary out of strinking range.

Luckily for thirty people, twenty-nine dogs, thirteen horses and a cat, Weela recovered from the snake's venom. Luckily, because that's how many lives she saved a few years later. For her heroism, Weela was named Ken-L Ration's Dog Hero of the Year in

2006-12-08 13:59:44 · 11 answers · asked by raven blackwing 6 in Dogs

Is the Hagen Tronic heater a good buy?

2006-12-08 13:59:06 · 3 answers · asked by CAPTAIN GENIUS !! 5 in Fish

last time i beat him he started crying and yelping and he hid in my house, how can i get him to come out??

2006-12-08 13:54:16 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

going to be a girl

2006-12-08 13:50:48 · 39 answers · asked by jane 2 in Dogs

I have two beagles. One is 4 (male), one is 3 (female). For the most part they are very good about no accidents in the house but recently my male beagle has been peeing in the house within a short period of time from the last time we've gone out. I have one door to enter/exit my condo and no fenced yard (I have to walk them). And any advice about getting them to do their "business" quickly would be appreciated too. Especially now that it's so freakin' cold outside.

2006-12-08 13:49:49 · 6 answers · asked by Juliet DeVaux 2 in Dogs

I am really new to using acrylic glass but got a great deal on the material from a project that is being demo'ed the glass is 2 inches thick and am cutting it to 12 feet by 8 feet. the aquarium is going to be 12 feet long by 8 feet tall by 8 feet wide. Yes this requires a expansion on my house but its worth it. Comes out to a shade undert 5700 gallons. Any aquarium nuts hit me up with your opinion on this.

2006-12-08 13:47:43 · 4 answers · asked by miller4000 2 in Fish

I'm looking for some good dignified names for a male Chihuahua - He's a very good dog, not a tempermental dog, extra small and white with some spots. My mom saved him from a miserable life and now he will be treated like a little prince (I don't like the name prince, though).

2006-12-08 13:44:32 · 21 answers · asked by Vianka 4 in Dogs

i dont want to hurt him in any way at all. i love my fish more than anything and i will not even consider doing it if it will hurt him, i just want him to feel good. would this be harmful or not

2006-12-08 13:43:20 · 17 answers · asked by aj 4 in Fish

I had my dog neutered about 3 days ago and he was placed on antibiotics twice a day. The surgical site is very red/swollen and he will not allow anyone to examine the area. He also is not eating or drinking water, whimpers throughout the day, and will not get up and walk around. Will this resolve or do I need to bring him back to the vet?

2006-12-08 13:40:26 · 13 answers · asked by TASHA M 2 in Dogs

I need a dog that is easy to potty-train,not really hyper,and that won't run away,and that will love Ca.

2006-12-08 13:34:49 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Every time we call my dog to us, either for a treat or to be patted , or anything for that matter, she slinks along and piddles on the floor? Why is she doing this and how can it be prevented.

2006-12-08 13:23:14 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

would i have to somehow kill the chemicals on just say a die cast model car to put it in. also is there anything that i may have at home that i can put in a tank.

2006-12-08 13:22:45 · 5 answers · asked by Ganjaman 1 in Fish

I am looking to get a puppy but not sure of the most ideal breed I should get that will be compatible with my lifestyle! Basically I need a dog that is happy to spend long hours of the day on his own as i am a uni student and a few days of the week i spend most of the day at uni (obviously when i first get him I will not leave him alone for so long). I also want a dog that does not need tons of exercise. Ideally a dog that would be happy to be taken for walks 2 or 3 times a day for half an hour each time would be suitable for me! And also I would prefer a breed that is not prone to illnesses/disabilities as I don't want to be frequently taking him to the vet. For example I know that dalmations are prone to obesity so i wouldn't want that breed of dog. I am thinking that I would want to get a cross-breed dog, but I can't seem to find any websites that have mutts for sale! Does anyone know of any sites that has mutts for sale?

2006-12-08 13:21:14 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

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2006-12-08 13:20:40 · 4 answers · asked by nothingtocome 1 in Reptiles

My bassett hound pup is six months old. It was freezing today and he had to stay indoors while I was at work. came home and found that he had chewed up the leg of the chair to my $800.00 secretary(desk) in my living room. I love the dog and we are finally coming to a point where we are beginning to live harmoniously together. Anyone have any suggestions that will help me stop him from chewing on the furniture? Killing him is not an option!!!LOL!!! Seriously I need help here any ideas? Bitter apple does not work.

2006-12-08 13:19:36 · 10 answers · asked by Only hell mama ever raised 6 in Dogs

i have four call ducks... two males and two females... i have had them for about seven months and they havent laid any eggs... i know they usually breed in the spring but shouldnt they be having eggs at least everyother day? its pretty cold here in rhode island so im thinking it could just be because its so cold. what age are call ducks supposed to start laying eggs? in the spring should they breed with eachother? do i need to do anything (incubate them) once they lay the eggs or will the mothers sit on their eggs? how many do they usually have?
any information on call ducks would be great along with these questions. thanks

2006-12-08 13:18:54 · 1 answers · asked by mj 3 in Birds

I need suggestions on keeping my 8 month old puppy happy when the wife and I want to shut the door to the bedroom. He usually sleeps in bed with us, and otherwise is very well behaved. While we work he stays in a crate. If we crate him while in the house he won't stop crying. He will roam the house while we run short errands (1-2 hours) with no trouble (chewing, accidents) but if we leave him out he'll scratch at the door and cry. I've tried giving him busy bones, but I worry that they are too much food for him. He's only 20 pounds and he'll eat a whole one if I let him. I just worry that's an excessive amount of food for a puppy with his usual dinner. Harder chew treats like pig ears don't hold his attention long enough though. Any suggestions?

2006-12-08 13:18:39 · 15 answers · asked by Neil W 2 in Dogs

Should I get a net breeder and put my pregnant molly in it since my male molly is picking on her constantly. OR Should I just get 1-2 more females.

2006-12-08 13:17:45 · 8 answers · asked by sogullablegurly 3 in Fish

y do cats get angry when you pet his belly or touch it?

2006-12-08 13:17:44 · 16 answers · asked by ♥ SaD gUrL ♥ 1 in Cats

My cat will sit by the door and meow to go out. When I open the door for her, she stands half in half out for a while before going out. She does the same thing when she comes in only she walks toward the door, stops to look at a bug, walks some more, stops and looks at the yard, walks some more, stops to wash her ear, walks some more.....before she actually comes in. What's the deal here?

2006-12-08 13:14:54 · 14 answers · asked by chickenup1 1 in Cats

she doesn't really like them. but she hates the snow too. we just moved from georgia where it is fairly nice weather year round. i know when i do have her in her shoes she seems to want to play in the snow but when i don't have her shoes on she is ready to go inside with a quickness. i have seen people walk their dogs in the snow with no shoes so i wanted to know if you think a dogs feet feel severe cold or heat? i know i wouldn't walk in the snow with no shoes on and i don't want my dog to either.

2006-12-08 13:13:05 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My puppy just got hit by a car, don't get mad please. It was just one of those wrong places at the wrong time. She's got a small cut above her eye, does this need surgery? Does she need a visit to the vet? Thanks for all your help.

2006-12-08 13:09:11 · 26 answers · asked by armyblondebrat 1 in Dogs

The vet said to give my beagle cough medicine twice a day. I have tried a syringe and a dropper but the dog really hates this. Has anyone mixed it with something where the dog will just drink it?

2006-12-08 13:07:41 · 12 answers · asked by jamie t 1 in Dogs

.....it atuomatically hid in the fake wood log thing in the tank....deep in the bottom,is it diying or is it just not used to the invironment yet,and will it come out?

2006-12-08 13:07:09 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish