Pets - 2 August 2007

I live in California and when ever I see info about an exotic pet, it always says"illegal in California"It's so annoying!

2007-08-02 14:39:06 · 11 answers · asked by Philosoraptor 2 in Other - Pets

Sir Abili Exclusive is nine years old, 17.2 hands, and could stand to gain a significant about of weight. He's a registered quarter horse (not sure how that happened), but his pedigree is mostly thoroughbreds. Currently, he is turned out to pasture with three other horses. His "brothers" in the pasture (an Arab, 23yrs; quarter horse, 2yrs; Spanish barb, 8yrs) are all a healthy weight –if not, the latter two, a bit pudgy. They graze on their seven acre pasture, are fed two to three flakes of alfalfa (each) a day, and given supplements once a day (each horse's sups vary, Sir Abili's consist of oat mo, alfalfa pellets, corn syrup and a weight gain powder). Alibi is the dominate one; no one steals his food. He's "parrot-mouthed", has a large over bite, and so has to have his teeth floated every six months. We've had him three years; his weight fluctuates, but never gets anywhere near adequate. Unfortunately, our vet can find nothing wrong with him. Up to date on all shots and worming...

2007-08-02 14:36:54 · 6 answers · asked by Eris 2 in Other - Pets

My boston terrier is 5 years old and for the last 4 or 5 months she's had little spells of heavy panting and shaking. she doesnt lose consciousness, is obviously still "with us", no foaming at the mouth, urination, def, etc... so why is she doing this? It doesn't quite match up to epilepsy...

2007-08-02 14:30:45 · 12 answers · asked by BJ tech 3 in Dogs

shes mini dachshund

2007-08-02 14:23:20 · 17 answers · asked by giggleswelcome 1 in Dogs

i'm going to get a couple of finches, does petsmart take care of them, is that an ok place to buy from?

2007-08-02 14:22:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

no smart a$$ people i'm blackn young i type how i want bak 2 question while i'm at skool but hes not goin 2 in his kennel but have food water n toys n treats so is that okay n we haven't got our dog yet but i hope we do n yes i kno all about them well all i need 2 kno so yea will dat b okay 2 leave the dog there until my brotha cumz home which is like at so yea n i am thinking about wakin up early so i can get it 2 the restroom n anice short walk but he will have his kennel,toys,treats,food,water,pad 2 use the restroom on n it is goin 2 b a boi so yea or should i put upstairs in my room n keep it in the kennel until my brother cumz home or til i *** home which one is better n do u think that he can slip unda the door ceal n will he b able 2 breath if i put cover to block the space unda the door

2007-08-02 14:15:58 · 5 answers · asked by princess 1 in Dogs

2007-08-02 14:03:40 · 4 answers · asked by Joshua B 1 in Fish

it doesent want me to get it in the cage and fly around but when i take it out it will stay on my finger??

2007-08-02 14:03:16 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

2007-08-02 13:48:55 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

I know that the tails get docked but what do you call the nails that are removed on the front paws ???

2007-08-02 13:46:28 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Dog is in heat. Dog has been bred. Dog will die if she carries pups to term. What options are there? Herbal, hormonal, chemical, surgical? Thanks,
Courtenay

2007-08-02 13:44:03 · 13 answers · asked by crowsnestcustomcanineacademy 2 in Dogs

2007-08-02 13:32:34 · 16 answers · asked by cr@ZY_$3XY_c00l 2 in Dogs

I'm going to go to my local Humane Society tomorrow and adopt a dog, and am looking forward to adding him/her to the family! But, I already have a 3.5 month old lab puppy, and I want to make sure that the puppy and the dog I get will like each other. What can I do to make sure that I don't bring home a dog that my existing puppy hates? I really want her to have a doggie friend, she's very social with other dogs and doesn't get to play with them enough right now (I'm hoping new dog can maybe be a playmate for her!)

My humane society doesn't have a home visit, only a suitable owner application that is all on paper, fyi.

2007-08-02 13:26:09 · 11 answers · asked by rianna 1 in Dogs

We have a 2 year old Lab and are looking to adopt a second dog. Any good breeds? Must be good with Babies! Smart!

We are looking for a dog that has a good sense- meaning a good guard dog, but is good with babies/kids.

A medium sized dog would be better than a small dog.

Thanks!

2007-08-02 13:17:16 · 12 answers · asked by D G 2 in Dogs

Our American Bulldog seemed to be in pain the last 2 days, acting funny, and i noticed it had trouble sitting down and her behind looked swollen. I also noticed her pen has been SPOTLESS the last 2 days!... We put 2 and 2 together and have determined she CAN'T go to the washroom. My parents are afraid a vet bill will be too much to afford right now, although we are taking her first thing in the morning. But I was wondering if anyone here could help me or the dog? Is there ANYTHING we can do?

2007-08-02 13:14:48 · 9 answers · asked by bullybully 1 in Dogs

I have paid a 300 dollar down payment for a yorkie puppy and will pay the remaining 300 on delivery. He was supposed to be available around July 18th or so, at about 12 weeks old.
I
have bought my previous dog from these people, and he will be driven in from the next state.
On the 18th they emailed me to say that they were going on vacation and would email me when they returned on the 30th. Well, I ended up emailing them on the 2nd to ask what was up. They said that they would (likely) be having someone drive them here on the weekend of the eleventh. This is almost three weeks since the expected date.
Another member of their extended family has a litter of ready Yorkies here in the next town, they all work together and drive the puppies back and forth. They cost a bit more, but will be younger when I get them. I am afraid this puppy that is 'supposed' to be coming will already have habits and memories of these people, when I want to be his first memory.
What would you do?

2007-08-02 13:14:42 · 6 answers · asked by maximus_ikiru 2 in Dogs

I have a crazy dog she is so sweet and she is a beatiful sheltie!!!!! what should i do to get her to calm down? dont suggest pills or i wont pick you!!

2007-08-02 13:12:35 · 9 answers · asked by Zac Efron Lover!!! 2 in Dogs

I just got a chihuahua and i was wondering whats the best kind of shampoo i could get for my puppy??

2007-08-02 13:09:04 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

right now i have.
-1 silver shark (approx. 2 inches)
-1 black redtail shark (approx 1.5 inches)
-3 dwarf tiger barbs (about fully grown- 1-1.5 inches each)
-1 female dwarf guarami (approx. 1.5 inches)
-1 chinese algae eater (approx. 1.5-2 inches)
-1 ____ catfish(black w/white spots) (approx. 2 inches)

They all live hapily with each other it seems.the catfish doesnt swim around alot.ive never seen him eat but hes gotten alot bigger.is this a good mix?what else could i put in with them?what is the best kind of food to feed them?right now im feeding them complete flake food becase i ran out of blood worms.im wondering if there was something better than blood worms(i heard they were the best and the have the most protien).is there a difference between enamel coated rocks(like the blue/green/red ones)and the other gravel(smaller rocks/sandy type stuff.)?.i know its a big long question but im curious i want to give my fish the best environment i can:D all answers are appreciated :D

2007-08-02 12:58:05 · 4 answers · asked by s s 2 in Fish

I resuced another betta today. Half dead in a filthy bowl at the lps. He's in clean water w/ some aquarium salt and a heating pad to help warm it up. Anything else I can do? He's now down at the bottom not looking so good. He looks a little skinny but he won't eat yet, other than that, his color looks pretty good considering. Any suggestions that might help him out a little more than I've done already?

I just couldn't leave him at the pet store, he was upside down in the bowl. I actually thought he was dead, but he moved. I don't really expect him to make it, but I'm gonna do my best to help him. So, if you have any helpful advice, other than ending his misery, I'm willing to give it a try. Thanks

2007-08-02 12:50:07 · 7 answers · asked by Tina N 4 in Fish

I'm looking to get a dog from a Humane Society but they first have to come to my house and see if it's suitable. It's like I'm adopting a child not a dog. I understand why they do it but do they all do it? This is the first time I've ever heard of anything like it.

2007-08-02 12:42:03 · 29 answers · asked by Lisa Christine 3 in Dogs

Hi I posted a topic last night about my dog being scratched by a coyote. I took him to the vet and we found a puncture wound on his back. The vet gave him vaccines for Rabies and Distemper. He said that if it's reported in 24 hours the dog will be ok. I'm worried since I heard somewhere that once a dog is infected there is no turning back. It's also supposedly not possible to check for rabies in a dog. Is this true?

2007-08-02 12:41:00 · 13 answers · asked by Gaz 2 in Dogs

My leapord gecko is not eating anymore. I have had her for about 5 years, and all of a sudden she will not eat. It has been about 3 days and nothing. I got crickets, and even her favorite meal worms. She is also acting wierd by digging under her tree in the exhibit, and trying to climb out of the cage constantly. I have no clue what to do. Can anyone help me please???

2007-08-02 12:40:45 · 7 answers · asked by New Year, New Me 3 in Reptiles

2007-08-02 12:39:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

I have a sheltie and jack russel mix. He has the personality of a sheltie at first then once he gets to know you he is pure jack russel. He has medium legnth hair (1inch long).
What i would like to know is if there is a certain time when these breeds shred worse . He is shedding something fierce right now and i dont know if it is something like skin condition or if this is normal for the breeds. I know all dog shed but i am able to pull clumps of hair out...not to the point where he is bald but still.

Is there any hope that this is only a summer time thing??

2007-08-02 12:35:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

natasha asked for advice on her jr pup, it was very ill after being wormed, just wondered how the little fella was?

2007-08-02 12:33:58 · 1 answers · asked by misstraceyrick 6 in Dogs

I Dont Know If Its Male Or Female

2007-08-02 12:33:28 · 5 answers · asked by landenjms 2 in Birds

My dad accidently cut my dogs whiskers and we are telling him that he was not suppose to because those are her senses. Are we correct or is my dad correct

2007-08-02 12:30:32 · 11 answers · asked by katrina 1 in Dogs

2007-08-02 12:29:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

i bought 2 goldfish about a month ago. an oranda and a ryukin. a few days later, the oranda developed sores or maybe cuts on his mouth. (i wonder if he cut himself on one of the plastic plants, he liked to chew them). they healed pretty quickly (a couple of days) but he lost part of his bottom lip from it and can't eat very well and spends a lot of time at the bottom of the aquarium. The ryukin never suffered any illness or injury and is very healthy. has this happened to anyone else out there, what else could have caused it, and how do i help my poor oranda? (2 fish, 20 gallon tank, weekly water changes, all numbers are good, no more plastic plants)

2007-08-02 12:26:59 · 6 answers · asked by helloliddie 1 in Fish