Pets - 14 January 2007

I have 2 pit bulls. They are currently inside, i brought them in cause the cold weather, But they seem to like it outside.They are always trying to get out. I have a kennel that is partially covered and an insullated dog house with hay on the ground. I'm worried if i put them outside they will get to cold. It gets near 0 sometimes at night here, im in central illinois. Is it to cold for them even with hay, insulated dog house, and partialy covered kennel?

2007-01-14 06:01:04 · 9 answers · asked by troxie79 3 in Dogs

Where are most of the homeless dogs of US? What can we do to help them?
And also, does anyone have any good fundraiser ideas to help them? If so, what company shoud I give the money?
Thanks for helping! I appreciate it!

2007-01-14 06:00:05 · 3 answers · asked by Alycia [♥] 3 in Dogs

I got 5 week kitten and when i try to take him hi starts meowing. Is it because he is afraid of heights or is it because he is little and that he was just taking form his mom ?

2007-01-14 05:59:50 · 4 answers · asked by T C 1 in Cats

Breeders claim to be improving the breed, and if you look at OLD photos, the breeds have changed over the years. I am wondering how each of you have improved your own breed.. How many generations do you think it takes to make a difference?

(I focus on longevity, health, gait, and trainability...as those are deteriorating in the breed..).

2007-01-14 05:57:14 · 5 answers · asked by Chetco 7 in Dogs

I want to get a dog, but we go on our boat alot for the whole day and i would like a dog we could bring with us.

2007-01-14 05:55:45 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-01-14 05:54:35 · 10 answers · asked by catfan 1 in Cats

Anyone know what kind i should look for?

2007-01-14 05:52:50 · 25 answers · asked by Kim 3 in Fish

I have 5 medium sized plants in my 10 gallon and my fish love it. I also have two little cave things. Is it too crowded?

2007-01-14 05:52:30 · 4 answers · asked by Mommy to Boys 6 in Fish

I bought some for my cat, but not sure if they eat it or just smell it?? Anyone who can fill me in, that would be GREAT!

2007-01-14 05:49:22 · 21 answers · asked by MarlaMaples 2 in Cats

Cats pee in the dirt of house plants. They are killing the plants and it smells bad.

2007-01-14 05:49:03 · 14 answers · asked by Pam K 1 in Cats

2007-01-14 05:48:27 · 10 answers · asked by Smelly cat 1 in Other - Pets

my dog keeps doing these things, he also misbehaves constantly, he is trained, he knows how to alert us when he needs to go out. but its the skin im more worrie about, he just gnaws his fur off

2007-01-14 05:45:13 · 13 answers · asked by cj 1 in Dogs

This dog is left outside 24 - 7 running around in a small kennel with 3 inches of feces. No water No food and even if water was given it would freeze. This dog is about 6 months old while they have an another dog (Lab Mix) that bit his own tongue off last winter... INTERESTING HUH!! I am concerned for the health of these animals but other than the sanitary condition do I have grounds to make a complaint over the dangerous temperatures?

2007-01-14 05:44:33 · 14 answers · asked by bdat40oz 2 in Dogs

should my bullmastiff ***** be eating shes nearly 10 months
shes on 1200g tin and a hand full of biscuits
should i give her more or less

2007-01-14 05:40:35 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

We are thinking about getting a macaw, we know the one we want and the kind, we see it 24/7 in the pet shop, and its a fantastic bird, the other day we went in and it was copying my little bro. and it was a really sweet bird. Yes we know how long they live for, and we are willing to take the best possible care for it. We wanted to know that if you got one, could you train it? Like to not crap on you. And crap in its cage. And not bite. If you know any websites that can tell you how to teach your pet, or other information on traning them, that would be great!
Thanks

2007-01-14 05:40:12 · 5 answers · asked by shelbysurfer 1 in Birds

They do it because they don't have the facts. They do it out of ignorance. I have more respect for people who come to me with their concerns to ascertain the facts, than for someone who goes behind my back and reports me based on their assumptions. I have a big igloo doghouse in my front yard. Igloos are known for being insulated and holding dog's heat and they provide good shelters for dogs. I put a big quilted blanket in it and a heating pad! If you see a dog outside in the snow, so what, that's their nature to go outside and stretch and play. If you see adequate shelter in the yard don't report people for animal abuse, you're just wasting your time and everybody involved... the person you're reporting will NOT get in trouble for providing adequate shelter.

If you see a dog being tortured, or tied up to a tree with no food or water in freezing weather, that's when you report animal abuse.

2007-01-14 05:39:56 · 16 answers · asked by Get_a_Life 1 in Dogs

Is he weird?

2007-01-14 05:38:54 · 12 answers · asked by amylr620 5 in Cats

Would a 20 galllon be big enough for 3 swordtails? Its all I can afford for now I will be getting a larger one but mayybe not until next year, depending on if i get a job or not. Also, would I be able to add any cories or shrimp in with them?

2007-01-14 05:38:09 · 3 answers · asked by Skittles 4 in Fish

you name your dog, "Stay"? It would be very confusing for the dog if you kept calling him to you by saying, ".....Come here...Stay.." "Come here...Stay."

2007-01-14 05:34:20 · 29 answers · asked by Shanti 1 in Dogs

2007-01-14 05:34:13 · 15 answers · asked by ikicked2asses 2 in Other - Pets

it is 11 years old and has been in its cage all it life on its own ,now its suddenly laying eggs but it is its normal self do you know what causes this?

2007-01-14 05:32:59 · 23 answers · asked by Paul G 1 in Birds

First Question -- I know that changing a dog's food can be disruptive to their dietary tract, but what if I feed them earlier on days that I'm home, and later on days that I work? So long as we can exercise 1/2 hr to 1hr later, is it okay to switch up the feeding schedule?

Second Question - Sometimes when my Chihuahua/Italian Greyhound drinks water too quickly, she starts this wheezing sort of reverse cough. I've read a lot about the reverse cough, but what does it have to do with drinking the water quickly? Is she drowning herself sticking her snout in the water too? She recovers in moments, but that cough is scary.

Thanks for your help!

2007-01-14 05:28:26 · 8 answers · asked by ? 4 in Dogs

My daughters cat has a problem with the litter box. He uses it,but then steps outside and acts like he is covering it. I thought it would outgrow it or learn from our older cat. It acts normal in every other way. could it have a mental health issue?

2007-01-14 05:27:33 · 22 answers · asked by J Q Public 6 in Cats

our family wants a dog- my dad is the only one who has had experience as a dog owner but weve had other animals- cats, rabbit, fish- but we realize there is no comparisson to taking care of a dog. we like calm, not too hyper, medium sized dogs. oh and my sister is allergic to some animals so we're trying to get a hypo-allergenic or one who doesnt shed alot. any suggestions? help needed!

2007-01-14 05:27:08 · 13 answers · asked by becca: ) 2 in Dogs

The reason I am asking is because we have a litter of 7pups that are three weeks old. They are almost pure black, short coated, and very big. I've never seen another cross like it. They'll be fabulous family dogs going by their personalities but I'd love to be pointed to pictures. Thanks in advance.

2007-01-14 05:26:47 · 6 answers · asked by pickle 2 in Dogs

2007-01-14 05:26:20 · 16 answers · asked by LOVERGIRL W 1 in Dogs

puppy is a mixed breed. Very lovable. Had cat for 2 years and she is used to being alone. Now puppy jumps on cat wanting her to play with him. We live in an apartment and the cat can't find a place to hide from him. Any way to help them get along better?

2007-01-14 05:24:40 · 9 answers · asked by Carole's Closet 1 in Dogs

My 8 week old pomeranian puppy has fleas.

The breeder who I got her from put a drop of Advantix on her the day I got her (which was yesterday). Since then, me and my fiance have picked probably 10 live fleas off of her. She keeps scratching, about every 10 seconds (no joke) and I feel so bad for her.

I went to the petshop and bought an 'herbal flea and tick shampoo' that was supposed to soothe her itching but it didnt work. I didnt have much selection, as most flea shampoos and dips are for puppies 12 weeks and older and contain harmful pestisides for young pups. The vet is closed until tomorrow and one of my friends gave me some puppy Advantage but I dont want to put two doses of flea medicine on her (since she already got the Advantix). ADVICE??

2007-01-14 05:23:48 · 9 answers · asked by *~ Nicole ~* 3 in Dogs

I just want some suggestions..

2007-01-14 05:21:35 · 38 answers · asked by kimbo 1 in Cats

2007-01-14 05:18:46 · 7 answers · asked by nanoosha 3 in Reptiles