Pets - 15 July 2007

Stray tom cats have been breaking into the house via my cats catflap and scent marking, although I have been spraying with a pet deodoriser I find its not totally working and it seems to especialy linger in the wooden floor and skirting. Anyone got a really effective way of removing these foul odours, as it not only smells it also upsets my female cat who has started peeing in the hallway.

2007-07-15 23:34:30 · 14 answers · asked by Brownsuger 2 in Cats

2007-07-15 23:32:50 · 26 answers · asked by jojo 1 in Cats

It's been going on for years! They're suprised every time the little b*****d runs off with it! And they're not doing a very good job of house training him!

2007-07-15 23:25:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-07-15 22:33:10 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

I found four kittens age between 3 to 4 weeks . and their mothers leaves them . now I want to feed 4 kittens I am feeding with the hard dropper which is difficult for them to drink .
Please tell me from where I can find small feeders with little and soft nipples.

2007-07-15 22:32:05 · 13 answers · asked by basim 1 in Cats

2007-07-15 21:58:42 · 12 answers · asked by madcat74 2 in Cats

Why in the world do people purchase dogs from pet shops and breeders? I just dont get it. I hate it when I come across people that dont spay and nueter their dogs and/or gets it from breeders. Don't people understand that thoes dogs dont need your help??? What about dogs in animal shelters? doesn't anyone care about them? Thousands of dogs are put down every year because of overpopulation in pounds. I adopted my dog from my local county animal shelter and I had him nuetered too. He is one uniqe dog. I'm glad I saved him. If you adopt and nueter/spay your dogs the problem of overppulation could be solved. I'm sure you guys will at least understand after reading this.


P.S -this is my dog a couple months after adoption. His head is kinda big at this time since hes kind of thin. Hes much plumper now. He is 5 or 6 in that picture. I'm not sure what hes mixed with. The vet said for sure he was not a lab as many have thought in the past.

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2007-07-15 20:44:50 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

she goes in her litterbox and sits for awhile then goes in my kittens.then she switches again and again then she goes and pees on our floor! I dont know whats wrong! SOMEONE HELP ME!!!!

2007-07-15 20:33:51 · 3 answers · asked by ? 1 in Cats

As of late, say within the last week, I and my daughter both caught my cat peeing right where she is laying it's also a favorite spot for her to lay back and chill,
Her litter box is always clean, I use the little that scoops up pee once it is peeed into the litter box,
it's the clumping scented one, in the jug,I haven't changed brands of any other kind of littler either, it's always been this kind for at least the last 6 yrs now.This pet has never done this before,And yet she was starring right at or in my face as she was squating or lifting up her tail to realease the unrine..
It was like she just didn't care,
can anyone give me any advice of why she could be doing this afterall she's always been a extra very clean ,clean Cat...and gone into her box to do her realeasing issue's.
Is there anything I can do at home first before taking her to the vets?

2007-07-15 20:21:44 · 11 answers · asked by shelleywadden@rogers.com 2 in Cats

I took my puppy out for a drive to pick up dinner for the first time. I left him in the car to pick up the food, and when I opened the door, he jumped out. I thought he was going to run so I grabbed the top part of his tail. He cried really loud and now I'm worried something might be wrong with his spine. When we came home, he was wagging his tail like he normally does and when I massaged and touched the lower back area where his tail is connected, it didn't bother him. Can their spine get damaged if I pull too hard? And do you think he's fine? Thanks

2007-07-15 19:55:19 · 18 answers · asked by Justin 1 in Dogs

does it harm the animal??

2007-07-15 18:58:18 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

I got a new kitten, had him for a week. I spend my entire days with him: but at night he's stuck in the basement. My roomates think he should sleep there cuz his litter box is there and he's learning how to climb the stairs... but it's so dark and weird down in a basement... should I let him sleep upstairs with me?

2007-07-15 18:54:46 · 22 answers · asked by mikita_daita 1 in Cats

Its the 'freedom of choice' paradigm isn't it? A systematic breakdown in ethical behaviour? Social collapse? We just don't know. Maybe canine AIDS will sort it all out in the end.

2007-07-15 18:53:58 · 47 answers · asked by bawbag321 3 in Dogs

Hi,
I have a 29 gallon tank, cycled, with the following
-three large rock hideouts
-a 55 gallon filter
-an air wand
-a heater so the temperature stays between 78-80F
-3" natural colored gravel
-plastic plants

It already has 1 male betta and four bronze corydoras, could I add to that a school of 6 tiger barbs? The reason being is there is a post on craigslist.com for a tiger barb in need of a home that is currently in a jar because it was "too aggressive." I believe there was only one barb, so would a school help spread out the aggression? Also, what would be some other fish that would work nicely in my tank?
Thanks!!!

2007-07-15 18:46:46 · 5 answers · asked by ? 4 in Fish

And how do they even go around so fast.
Do they have complete trust in the driver?

2007-07-15 18:27:20 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Horses

Lately my dog has been rubbing her butt on the carpet. I know that thats usually a sign of worms, but i have been checking her poop and haven't seen anything.
Why else could she be doing this?

2007-07-15 18:00:46 · 22 answers · asked by ? 4 in Dogs

I will be an owner very soon of a mini pinscher puppy.
I have a lot of questions but is there any good book?
Any tips,
how to train, things i should watch out for, very important facts, basically everything and anything about caring for a mini pinscher puppy.
** oh do i have to walk it as much because he is a puppy?

2007-07-15 17:56:32 · 7 answers · asked by liveit 1 in Dogs

I just got my masters ad have a full time job so I can fully support an animal. My only concern now is working 8-4 everyday (well I will be gone 7-4:45) Mon - Fri. I am afraid if I get a young cat (around 6 mos old) it will get lonely and it will not be potty trained and scartch up my house when Im gone. I really want a cat though. Any suggestions???

2007-07-15 17:49:18 · 18 answers · asked by katie 2 in Cats

Found in my yard by my dog. It was over 7 feet long. Light grey with big dark grey blotches. Its head was kinda a fat diamond shape, solid dark grey. Someone told me it might be a boa constrictor. If it is, how old would it be at 7 ft?

2007-07-15 17:36:51 · 7 answers · asked by charmed_and_delighted 2 in Reptiles

I want to know what to do with your guppies when ur guppies keep having fry after fry and you get wayy too many in one tank...what do you do with them?? Can u sell them or what? I was just curious cuz I have 14 as of now and thats a lil much and more on the way..what do I do????

2007-07-15 17:26:52 · 6 answers · asked by ((^}Jesshorty^{)) 2 in Fish

Can the raw food cause anything specific?

2007-07-15 17:21:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I have a betta that I rescued. I bought him a ten gallon tank w/ filter, heater and plants tonight since he's doing so well. Can I use him to cycle the tank? Would that be ok? He would only be a small bio - load on the tank right? I think it would work well but want to make sure.

Also, once he gets completly better I'm gonna put him in my community tank. So, I was thinking about using the 10 gallon for a sorority tank. How many females could I comfortably put in the 10 gallon?

2007-07-15 17:16:01 · 3 answers · asked by Tina N 4 in Fish

STRAY dogs are being skewered on hooks and dragged behind boats as live shark bait. The cruel practice takes place on French-controlled Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. A six-month-old labrador pup was recently found ALIVE with a huge double hook through its snout, and another through a leg. The pup was found in a coastal creek and is thought to have somehow freed itself from a fishing line, but other dogs and kittens have been chomped up and swallowed by sharks.




this was on a bulletin post on myspace but people always make stuff up is it true or not? >.>

2007-07-15 17:15:48 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Hi , just how big is a 13hh pony? Thanks in advance =)

2007-07-15 16:59:42 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Horses

I am considering getting another dog. I currently have a medium sized mutt (whom I ADORE!) but I've been thinking for a long time about getting a smaller dog too. Don't worry, I will do PLENTY of research before I ever adopt a dog, but I'm interested in your opinions too!

I love long haired breeds and love to brush them. I have arthritis in my hip, so I can't go on long walks but I can do SOME walking. I'm looking for a friendly lap dog who can stand up to a LOT of hugging! I know most small breed dogs tend to be yappy, so if there's a LESS yappy breed, I'd love to hear about it. I'm looking for something 25 pounds or less.

I'd love to hear your suggestions!

2007-07-15 16:58:50 · 16 answers · asked by luvrats 7 in Dogs

I just want some reviews before thinking about buying this saddle, my Arabian doesnt fit in many western saddles and getting a custom one is too $$$ but I want a saddle for my friends to ride in but is also comfortable enough for my horse.

2007-07-15 16:55:40 · 6 answers · asked by fancigal 3 in Horses

160 ltr tank done two 25% water changes in the last month and the water is still green

2007-07-15 16:51:55 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

After a failed attempt with rescuing a female betta from petco...I am now the proud mom of a very handsome and active male. It's been 24 hours and there is the beginnings of a bubble nest, and he is eating well and reacting to my presence. I have noticed that the water temp has increased 2 degrees during the day, 75-77. He is in a 2 gallon tank on his lonesome. I live in so. calfornia, at this time of year it gets really hot during the day, and cool in the evening. (20-30 degree changes). Is this going to stress him out? Should I put on a heater for the evening? Should I move him to my a/c bed room? Should I wait and see if he shows signs of stress from this environment...as he is very happy and active right now.

I'm a new, obsessively researched betta enthusiast...and would appreciate any input!

2007-07-15 16:47:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

i want to know y i have to buy stuff that i think a snake will eat just like cooked sand so i am wondering if i really ought to but that stufff when it could just as easily contain mites.........am i wrong or right

2007-07-15 16:36:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

Can't get hinm to Vets for 1-2 days. Suspect he has an FUI; UTI problem Any suggestions???

2007-07-15 16:34:08 · 9 answers · asked by hermengi 2 in Cats