Pets - 5 January 2007

he pulls out some feathers. still get on my finger and kisses and fusses with me.

2007-01-05 14:02:49 · 13 answers · asked by judy 999 1 in Birds

my cat is black and white with med hair what kind is he?

2007-01-05 13:52:03 · 18 answers · asked by luvmydoodsz 1 in Cats

I have a 10 week old cockapoo who continues to bite and have behavior problems after 3 weeks of using various behavior techniques. First I tried a firm "no" and rubbed the roof of his mouth. After several days of no success, I continued with a firm "no" and ignored him. After several days of that with no success, I tried yelping after every bite and then ignoring the pup. When that made no change, I would yelp after a bite and grab pup by the scruff of the neck and give a gentle shake. I would then walk away and ignore pup for 5 minutes. Now, I am using the yelp technique and delivering a low growl with eye contact. Pup only growls back and continues to bite! I am at a total loss and think I need to consult a behaviorist. Can anyone help me?

2007-01-05 13:48:36 · 18 answers · asked by Linda D 1 in Dogs

I think Chuck or Bob would be good.

2007-01-05 13:46:28 · 30 answers · asked by Olsh 2 in Fish

Will he be fine in his new home or will he have already only developed attachment to me? He has only been with me for 4 days? He’ll be 3 months on Jan 19th. That would be the worst thing in the world to me if he ended up having social problems because I took him in and realized it's just not the time for me to be looking after this little amazing guy.
I just don’t feel ready – I have my own issues and I just started crying over it. I feel so horrible and I don’t know what to do. The breeder won’t take him back and I’m stuck with all these over whelming emotions. My friend thinks it’s because my old dog died and I thought he’d be like him. But it’s not that at all. I just don’t think I’m a dog person anymore. I just don’t feel it’s the right time for me. I think the little guy is amazingly cute but it’s not time, and I don’t think I should keep the pup just on the soul reason that he’s cute if I’m not feeling everything else.

2007-01-05 13:43:25 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

In the later stages of colic, when its more serios. Any medicines, suggestions, magic formulas?

2007-01-05 13:43:08 · 13 answers · asked by Shannon 1 in Other - Pets

i have a schnauzer named nick. he is a boy. we call him mr.nick and middy. he is so cute. he is a miniature and his ears are not cropped and he has a short tail:)

2007-01-05 13:40:23 · 8 answers · asked by Wonderwall 2 in Dogs

ok i realy want a snake, now the one i want is only a baby, and i am wanting to get it tomorrow, shes 99$ and i have 108$, i spent the rest shopping, anyways....do you think the snake would be ok without a heat thingy for a day or 2????? and could you list anything else she might need, iv never had a snake before, well i have kinda but thats at my work, and that snake, Sheila is a columbian boa, the one i want is a rainbow boa SHES SOOOO CUTE!!!!!! ok thxs for the help!

2007-01-05 13:39:16 · 16 answers · asked by Kenny Mccormick 2 in Reptiles

My 7 and a half month old female pug and 2 year old male pug have mated. They just did it this week so I am not sure if it has taken but I want to prepare for it just incase. They both have perfect health back grounds and bread from show dogs, but this is Maggie's first heat and she is so young I am worried what this will do to her physically and if she will be ok.
I called the vet and they said it was fine, just to feed her good food but I need more information. I need to know when to take her to the vet for a check up and what to ask. I need to know what food to feed her and what to do when she delivers. I need to know how to brake the sac if she cannot and what to do if she cannot break the cord. How will I tell if she needs a c-section? As you can tell I am scared. We have been keeping them apart but he got her while they were eating and once they were stuck it was too late.
If anyone could help it would be more than appriciated!! Thank you so much!

2007-01-05 13:36:56 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-01-05 13:36:41 · 27 answers · asked by Andrea G 1 in Dogs

i have 3 cats and they go to the bowl every five miute and they are all over weight and im running out of soulotions could someone please give me some answers!!!!

2007-01-05 13:36:32 · 17 answers · asked by spencer m 1 in Cats

I have an 8 month old Jack Russell Terrier and got her when she was 10 weeks old. She has always been very submissive and scared of EVERYTHING! If she sees another dog, she will bark and growel like she is acting tough but then run away from it with her tail between her legs. If there is someone she doesn't know, she will not go near them and run by me to "hide". Only she will go by them if they "ignore" her and such. She also, will pee a little when you reach down too fast to pet her or pick her up. We do have another dog and she is just fine around her and will be rambucious as usual playing with her. With my boyfriend and I she is just fine but most other people she is afraid of. We don't hit her or abuse her in any way but her behavior is funny. She is a friendly dog and loves to be around people and kids but never understood why she is so submissive and timid.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

2007-01-05 13:35:00 · 4 answers · asked by kerrberr95 5 in Dogs

Our kittens are nearly 8 weeks old. and they are still drinking from their mother. I give them dries and wet food three times a day. They also drink water..Lately the mother has started to kick them.Why would this be?We want to give up the kittens soon.

2007-01-05 13:33:42 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

I'm CONSIDERING getting a GSD puppy in a couple of months. I have researched the GSD fairly well but I need a few people with experience of owning a GSD to help with a few questions (or even if you don't own one, that's fine).

1) As we have 3 kittens (9 weeks, 12 weeks and 9 months), any dog we need MUST be able to get along with cats (hency why we don't just adopt a GSD). So, are GSDs generally good with cats?
2) I know a young pup only needs around 20 mins exercise a day but how much PLAY TIME does a PUP need (not incl. walks) Also, exactly how much exercise does an adult GSD need?
3) I know they have a double coat, but how much do they SHED and how much grooming do they need (and for how long)?
4) I need a dog that is fairly easy to housebreak, generally how long does it take to housebreak a GSD pup?
5) I would like a dog that is fairly easy to train (obedience wise). That said, are they smart when it comes to obedience (sit, come, potty etc.)?

More questions to come =D

2007-01-05 13:33:19 · 9 answers · asked by Elena 5 in Dogs

We have a 7 year old golden retreiver and we are thinking of getting another puppy for company will this help? Any tips

2007-01-05 13:33:10 · 6 answers · asked by Britt & Clinton V 1 in Dogs

2007-01-05 13:30:14 · 7 answers · asked by manni 1 in Other - Pets

She has had an MRI and neuro testing done with no obvious abnormalities evident. The dog can still run but is limited to some degree. She walks with her back legs held out wide. Does anyone know what this may be and are there any spinal or gait issues for whippets as they age. The dog is about 12 years old.

2007-01-05 13:30:02 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-01-05 13:29:18 · 14 answers · asked by moonbiscuit 1 in Dogs

Thanks!

2007-01-05 13:29:08 · 9 answers · asked by Leanne 1 in Fish

I think my four year old paint horse has founder but I'm not sure. My Thoroughbred mare had it last year but my friend noticed it right away. How can I tell if my paint horse has founder?

2007-01-05 13:26:20 · 15 answers · asked by moose_luver 2 in Other - Pets

there is an abandoned puppy that a male took in yesterday and told them to put it to sleep because he couldnt be bothered anymore with it. The puppy has patches all over her skin and obviously has some sort of skin disease, she is also very very timid. The vet has not put her to sleep and is going to do some tests on her to see what is what. She is so beautiful and I myself know that I am going to lose my own dog sometime in the future as she has cancer.. I am tempted but there problem is she is a pit bull crossed with something else (dont know what) Another problem is that my family are flying out on holidays in 3 weeks time and wont be back til min Feb.. My dear friend is coming to stay with my dog and look after her, give her meds etc. My friend loves my dog as much as I do but would it be fair for me to get this other dog (after her medical etc) and leave them both with her. Other thing is I am unsure about pitbulls are they dangerous. I am not a breeder and we do have children....

2007-01-05 13:21:11 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My 5 month old Shih Tzu, Miracle, had a realy cute coat when I part her down the back, then brush it sideways...Right after I finnish brushing her, she shakes and it all goes back to normal...How can I keep my dog's fur as a show-coat? I mean, like the long haired ones on the AKC, her hair is almost as long as that and I want to groom her straight out and keep her that way...I have hairspray and hair cement, are thoose safe for the dog? If not, what can I use?

2007-01-05 13:20:55 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

There is 1 pond in our back yard. It contains all sorts of fish. It is very big and spacy and deep. Frogs and lizards and other water living animals are their. Some purchased some just came. Well we suffered an EXTREMELY cold winter and the pond to very bottom is frozen sold. I can walk on it and jump on it. It's about 6 or 7 feet deep. I can look and see plants and fish frozen in their tracks.Frogs and all. Is their something ANYTHING I can do? Are they dead? I am willing to spend up to 1000 dollars. I have become very attached to these creatures. I don't want them to die and me start all over.

P.S.:My backyard is a home for many different animals.

2007-01-05 13:20:49 · 9 answers · asked by 13 year old girl 2 in Fish

what breed is your favorite?

2007-01-05 13:20:35 · 17 answers · asked by ฿ĖŅ 1 in Dogs

I am interested in buying a horse for my son. I want to know what are the requirements. Can a horse live in a house in a regular neighboorhood?Do you need a permission from the city? Does it need a big back yard? Is it costly? Please help

2007-01-05 13:20:11 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

my dog always bites me how do i make he stop!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-01-05 13:19:20 · 8 answers · asked by Luma R 2 in Dogs

2007-01-05 13:18:43 · 11 answers · asked by ฿ĖŅ 1 in Dogs

I just gave my doggie 3 Butterfinger's. I love my dog.

2007-01-05 13:18:05 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

She is a shy but sweet kitten. she likes to sleep alot.

2007-01-05 13:16:40 · 23 answers · asked by Kurt R 1 in Cats

We have two cats and I'm looking to get a pair of sugar gliders. I don't anticipate a problem as I can easily keep the two separated, but I was just wondering if anyone had any advice about having the two in the same house. Thanx!

2007-01-05 13:11:45 · 5 answers · asked by skyz87 2 in Other - Pets