Pets - 12 July 2007

2007-07-12 23:15:22 · 8 answers · asked by charles w 1 in Fish

2007-07-12 22:58:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

Murphey was adopted from cats Protection - up until we adopted him yesterday he has been with his mother and siblings. Do you think he is just lonely and getting used to not having them around???

2007-07-12 22:53:36 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

2007-07-12 22:46:29 · 9 answers · asked by ale 1 in Dogs

i really want to get a teacup chihuahua and was wondering if anyone knew a good website where I could find one?? Also, one that doesnt come from a puppy mill.

2007-07-12 22:45:13 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I really want to purchase a piranha, but i've only had freshwater semi tropcal fish, and I'm a little lost. I basically have no idea where to start..
Should I buy one or a school?
Heating, filtration, etc..
What size tank (obviously, bigger than a 10 or 25 gal)
Feeding
cleaning (will it bite off my fingers if I clean the tank??)
Best types of piranhas ( I really want something scary looking)
Live or plastic plants
Decor
adding salt??

Any help would be awesome thanks!

2007-07-12 22:42:58 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

I scattered some paper towel shreddings around his cage, and hes picking them up and running around with them, and itching himself like crazy. I have used this paper towel before, so I know its not scented, and stuff, but he seems to be going crazy.

Hes also burying it...

What the...?

2007-07-12 22:06:08 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rodents

I got my puppy yesterday at 12 weeks old. I wormed him today and I'm pretty sure, but not certain that the people who had him before wormed him previously. He has a large stomach that protrudes outwards from his sides and a bit downwards past his chest. And yet his back seems very bony so I can't figure out if he is over or underweight. I do not know what his eating habits were before I got him but I am measuring out approximately 1/2 cup of dog food 2-3 times a day (only started this today though). Could it be worms? Or diet-related? How do I find out? He seems happy and playful and does not object if I press his stomach. I'm not too worried but I'd like to know is it normal for puppies to have large bellies? What should I do to check if there is anything wrong?

2007-07-12 21:49:01 · 21 answers · asked by noraday_farina 1 in Dogs

I purchased my first Betta fish yesterday. My primary concern was what is the best type of water for my Betta fish. I thought I remembered that my daughter-in-law told me she uses distilled water. However, after researching the Internet it seems that tap water is the best for Betta fish as long as you use a declorinator or let the tap water sit out for 24 hours. Many people on the Internet state that even though they let their tap water sit for 24 hours, they still use a declorinator. Some people said all you have to do is let the tap water sit for 24 hours and the chlorine disappears. This is where I am confused. Can someone give me a definite answer to the question of whether or not you have to also use a declorinator in tap water when you let it sit for 24 hours or is letting the tap water sit for 24 hours enough on its own?

2007-07-12 21:44:59 · 13 answers · asked by PQL 1 in Fish

2007-07-12 21:11:05 · 7 answers · asked by SLR33 1 in Dogs

I Have another fish i cant decide on and it is the scrible rabbitfish and yellow tang.
I saw the rabbitfish at the pet shop and emidiatly fell im LOVE with them, i know their venomouse but DO THEY STING OTHER FISH DELIBERATLY and are they deadly to us?
do they sting tangs, clowns, angel fish or dotty backs and if they dont sting them do they get along?
also i know yellow tangs are realy nice but i think it might not get along with my blue tang cause the tank is only big enough for 1 tangs territory, what do you think

2007-07-12 21:05:42 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

Hi, my lab is going to be 3 next week, and I want to make a puppy birthday cake for her. I used to be able to go to a fru-fru place and get special cookies, but we've moved since her last birthday and there aren't and doggie boutiques around here. YES! My dog is spoiled. LOL. Does anyone have a recipe for one? It doesn't need to be human friendly, just good tasting to my pup. Then again, it can be family friendly too. LOL

2007-07-12 20:49:56 · 10 answers · asked by BoomerFamily 4 in Dogs

I moved to my lovely house in Feb & about 2 weeks ago I discovered we have mice, but we have 3 cats ??? I always thought if you had cats you wouldnt have mice, Gizzy knows they are there lol & he is patiently waiting!! he now sleeps in the kitchen in front of the cupboard I found the droppings, I just hope he dosent bring me his 'trophy' '''yeuck'''

2007-07-12 20:45:53 · 8 answers · asked by Lita M 2 in Cats

We have most of their lids covered with wax paper to make it near imposible for them to get in. Is this problem because the house we live in hasn't been exterminated? And if so will it help now to fumigate ( the outside of the house around the doors and windows)? Please help we use Bed a Beast substrate. it is biodegradeable coconut husk that comes in a brick. you can boil it out and reuse it. we have boiled it out nearly 4 times now and we are getting annoyed. This happened we think because My boyfriend's mom had the air off until fricking june and she made us open the window one day against our wishes and our spiders got infested with bugs. Is there anything i can keep near their cages that will deter the bugs but keep my girls safe?

2007-07-12 20:45:40 · 3 answers · asked by jessica_and_jay8883 3 in Other - Pets

I have a 2 yr old black lab who ever since I bought her @ 3mths old has been the sweetest nicest dog you can imagine, easy to train and just a pleasure to have around. well about 4 weeks ago i bought a dacshund puppy( he's 3 months now) tonite my lab bit the puppy over a bone, the wound bled everywhere and required a visit to the animal hospital...the vet told me my options for the lab would be to get rid of it, put it to sleep, or keep it BUT i had to keep the two dogs seperated indeffinately.....what would you do in my situation??

2007-07-12 20:36:11 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I think it's wrong.
And I really hate how people think that animal testing is a 'good idea'.
I know that animals arnt exacally human beings, but there somwhat just like us, they feel pain, they get hurt, they cry, and they bleed, just like us.
I know that some people think that animal testing would so-call save 'human lives' but why do they torture them, stab them, burn them, cut them open, or you can just think of anything horrible and inhumane you can think of, they've done it.
Just think about it. can you imagine peacefull loving harmfull animals being tortured? Or can you imagine your dog (your bestfriend) being split open and tortured?

I think that the animal liberation front are the REAL heroes. i know its wrong for them to 'break in' but i hate how its illegal for them to save the harmfull creatures, but its legal for lab 'scientist' to hurt and torture living creatures.


Please give me your opinions and what you think about animal testing

2007-07-12 20:35:15 · 11 answers · asked by Hellenic Storm 4 in Other - Pets

I need two names for my new kittens. They are both males. One is a grey and black tabby, and the other is white with black spots. I like the idea of related names like mario and luigi or beavis and butthead. something funny, but not completely stupid. any ideas?

2007-07-12 20:01:51 · 21 answers · asked by corky_14_2000 2 in Cats

We have had a puppy for a little over two months. He is almost five months old and is not fully potty trained. I take him out often and put him in his crate to keep him from roaming around the house and peeing wherever he pleases. When I let him out of the crate he automatically runs to the door and I take him out, which is good. However, when he's just hanging out in the house and he has to go he will simply walk over the door and give no other indication. If we do not see him do this and run immediately over he will do his business right there in front of the door. How can I get him to bark or whine or something so that I know he wants to go out, like if I'm in another room or something? Also, sometimes he will just do his business right at our feet if we are not watching him. Does this mean maybe something is clicking with him? He used to do it wherever. We praise him when he does it outside in front of us, is he just confused when inside and still expecting that praise?

2007-07-12 19:41:08 · 7 answers · asked by S 1 in Dogs

I actually need 2. One magazine for dog breeds and the info about them and then one for dog accessories. Thanks!

2007-07-12 19:34:03 · 10 answers · asked by babyGirl* 3 in Dogs

I need info on food, grooming, obedience, everything! Thanks! If you want, you can leave a link because no one wants to type that much. Thanks!

2007-07-12 19:32:45 · 11 answers · asked by babyGirl* 3 in Dogs

I have a pup that is 4 weeks old, his mom was hit by a car 2 days ago, and I had the rest of the 7 pups, excluding the one I buried, put to sleep.I have de-wormed him, and 2 days later, I see worms coming outta his bottie! I am trying so hard to save him, but yet I don't have the money to go to a vet!! Help me PLEASE!!

2007-07-12 18:46:21 · 17 answers · asked by savagegrace 4 in Dogs

They may be just common comets, but I love them and want them to grow as large as possible, but I have had different sizes from the 'fish experts' at the store, so if you know how big these 'carp' will get, I'd like to know that, too. I need an answer by 11p.m. Sunday PDT.

2007-07-12 18:46:07 · 9 answers · asked by Kris L 7 in Fish

Want Ralph to have 'companionship' ... what should I get him? I am thinking either another pleco (if it's close to Ralph in size) or an angel fish ... but would like 'suggestions' since this is a 'settled tank' and I am taking out two LARGE goldfish ... if that makes and difference. I need an answer by Sunday at 11 p.m. PST.

2007-07-12 18:43:02 · 7 answers · asked by Kris L 7 in Fish

Well the animal control said i have to many dogs so i have to get rid of 2 on is shasha a great pyranese mix and another one is a husky mix. how do i make sure they go to a good home

and does anyone want them i live in UTAH

sasha
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bear
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2007-07-12 18:36:55 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Ok well, mainly Apple and Trapdoor snails.

I just have tubs for them right now. (Snails aren't here yet), is there anything I special I need to provide to them to produce faster or better? When eggs are laid, remove them and put them somewhere special? Or let them stay inside the tub. I'm planning on putting them on a bunk shelf thing, so it'll be room temperature.

2007-07-12 18:35:27 · 1 answers · asked by Stewey C 4 in Fish

Just wanted to know what I could do with a 10 gallon tank for a single male Betta.

Companions, Decoration, Toys, Plants (Live or Fake, if Live specify), Substrate, Temperature, Heater, Filter and anything else you guys can think of to make my Betta feel ever so comfortable in his very roomy new tank.

I know I asked some questions before, but I'd like to hear more opinions. Thanks to all who did answer previous questions.

Also instructions on keeping my Betta's tank cleanliness, and what supplies needed.

I forgot what live foods to feed em (freeze-dried).

Also tell me if it would be better to raise them myself, or keep buying freeze dried, also how to prepare them for my Betta.

2007-07-12 18:33:47 · 9 answers · asked by Stewey C 4 in Fish

I want to farm Brine Shrimp for my fishies so they can have live food. But I'm not sure it they're sea monkies. It they are Called sea monkies, are those dried one you put in water (and it comes to life) good ones?

2007-07-12 18:32:04 · 4 answers · asked by Spencer 2 in Fish

2007-07-12 18:18:52 · 5 answers · asked by Teresa 3 in Reptiles

Its raining a lot tonight so I cought some toads. 2 are named Alan and Humphrey so I need 8 more names. They make squeeky nosies and they look like spadefoot toads so cute they are. So help me name all 8. And don't tell me to set them free, I won't until I feel that they should be free until they are fat and can live on their own

2007-07-12 18:18:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

Literally just brought them home today. Never had cats before. We can't afford any machines to get rid of dander, and our house is small so restricting them to one area isn't an option either. Would getting rid of one help the allergy symptoms calm down a little, or are we just screwed? And how expensive is it to treat roundworm?

2007-07-12 18:14:08 · 8 answers · asked by corky_14_2000 2 in Cats