Pets - 10 August 2007

I put two questions in one.
If people stop demanding them,the people illegaly trying to get them will stop getting them from third world countries.Why can't people just be satisfied with cats and dogs???

Why do people want fur? Its really soft and elegant...i know..
but even if that animal has already been slauthered and you
can't do anything about it now...you CAN prevent other animals from being slauthered if you just simply STOP BUYING THEM.

People,just think about that message.

2007-08-10 14:41:25 · 13 answers · asked by La Mer Bleue 2 in Other - Pets

my jack russell is just a puppy but he already is humping me! im scared to get him fixed in fear he wont be hyper anymore =(

2007-08-10 14:40:38 · 29 answers · asked by just me 3 in Dogs

I was just looking if anyone else owned a wolf hybrid and can give me any tips on how to potty train and stuff and maybe share some pictures here are some of mine
http://s182.photobucket.com/albums/x188/goongy123/?action=view¤t=MAKEESHAWL.jpg

http://s182.photobucket.com/albums/x188/goongy123/?action=view¤t=MAKEESHAOUTSIDE2.jpg

2007-08-10 14:39:07 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I know I have asked this question before, just trying to get more answers!
How do I plant aquatic plant bulbs?

Hi, I went to petco and purchased a package of 6 aquatic plant bulbs, a medley of Aponogeton, Water Lily, and Onion plant. I was wondering how to plant these, I bought them 12 days ago, without any sign of growth. The onion plant keeps floating up, and the fish keep on nibbling on the onion skin like layer, its quite damaged, will it still grow? Yesterday, I moved all of them into a jar, I put some aquarium gravel from my tank into the jar, and water from my fish tank, I put them by the window to get light. I also change the water every 12 hours with new fishtank water. It smells foul, like sweaty feet... are the plants dying?

2007-08-10 14:39:06 · 4 answers · asked by Connor 3 in Fish

I own a 55-60 pound beagle/lab mix. He eats, and has always eaten, Science Diet Nature's Best dry food. We rotate back and forth between chicken and beef. I have heard some bad stories about food that you thought was good food. Has anyone heard any good or bad things about this brand?

2007-08-10 14:34:34 · 15 answers · asked by Qbert420 2 in Dogs

I already asked this but no one took it the right way. My dog (papillon) hasnt been drinking much water and barely eats for the last week. Today I took her for a walk but she was unbalanced and slow. Her legs gave out a couple times. Later on i gave her soft dog food and she ate a tiny bit but thats it. I don't know what to do cause I'm only 14 and cant take her to the vet alone. I told my parents about it when she first stopped eating and drinking but they think shes just tired and shell get over it. I dont think that though and i really want to take her in but no one will take me. Ive begged my parents but theyre not listening and said to wait till morning. I have not neglected my dog and Im not a bad owner. I just feel helpless. What can i do for my dog until I get someone to take her to the vet??? Please help.

2007-08-10 14:34:20 · 17 answers · asked by PI vs.vail 2 in Dogs

How long do dogs live? Mine is 4 moths and is a pit bull
he is so cute and we got him for free.

2007-08-10 14:27:19 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I recently adopted a kitten from my friend who couldn't take care of her anymore, and she came infested with fleas. I gave her a flea bath, and combed her with a flea comb, but if the problem persists, how much am I going to be spending on a vet visit for a flea dip/bath? I gave her some over-the-counter flea medicine (the kind you drop on her back and it gets absorbed through the skin).
Any help appreciated. Thank you.

2007-08-10 14:23:02 · 8 answers · asked by Sam M 1 in Cats

2007-08-10 14:22:46 · 11 answers · asked by mlexxyldy 2 in Dogs

1. The instructions on my filter says that I should replace the filter cartridge every four weeks. I thought bacteria were supposed to develope in the filter so how can they if I replace the cartridge monthly?
2. The other day I fished something out the aquarium with my hand. Just then I realized that I had just washed them with anti-bacterial soap. Can this act kill off the bacteria I am trying to grow?

2007-08-10 14:22:12 · 5 answers · asked by Sptfyr 7 in Fish

Could someone please explain to me the differences between an aligator and a crocodile?

2007-08-10 14:19:04 · 10 answers · asked by Mike M. 7 in Reptiles

LOVE my baby Sophie. She is such a great dog. Boxers are loyal and loving and have such great personality. Who can get past that "kidney bean" dance they do everytime they get excited? And the "snaggle tooth" face when they smile at you and a tooth sticks out of their mouths. I've has boxers in my family since I was six months old and can't think of a better family dog. How about you?

2007-08-10 14:18:38 · 13 answers · asked by 4532 3 in Dogs

He is a 10 month old border collie. He is very hyper. He always barks at people(anyone not living in the house). He's always biting everyone. Help!

2007-08-10 14:18:00 · 16 answers · asked by ijustwantyou32 2 in Dogs

I have a 55-60 pound beagle/lab mix (as you can see in my picture). We were trimming his nails last night and he jerked one of his front paws and unfortunately we cut one nail way to short. It bled a lot and we put a paper towel over it for a while, it seemed to bleed a lot, but it stopped and he seemed fine. He licked his paw for quite some time, but other than that he seems fine. Should I be worried, and what should I do if this happens again?

2007-08-10 14:12:37 · 12 answers · asked by Qbert420 2 in Dogs

My chiuahuah(sp?) recently had 6 puppies less than 48 hours ago and although it's difficult to get her to, she breast feeds. But ever since the birth, she has been more sluggish than usual and her stomach/breast area is HOT like she has a fever, but the rest of her is normal temp, and she's hardly eating. She ate a little this morning but not like she usually does. She's NOT vomiting and she had dirreah(sp?) but it is clearing up. We have a vet appointment in the morning but I'm kinda scared because I don't wanna wake up to see her dead or something. So, is this normal behavior for a dog after giving birth or should we be really worried?

2007-08-10 14:11:12 · 7 answers · asked by thepoet_silentlucidity@verizon.n 2 in Dogs

HELP!!!!!!

2007-08-10 14:09:45 · 6 answers · asked by buzz4443 2 in Fish

I have an 7 month old bit bull, he is a boy, when ever he is scarred he tinkles and shoots out pee, i try to comfort him cause maybe he is feeling like i am going to hurt him, but i wont, and he pees even more some times. Also their are times when my friends come over that he see and knows, when they try and pet him he pees as well, a lot. I dont know if he has a blater problem or if he feels intimidated by other people, or is it because i baby him? i do not know what is going on with him i had had him sence he was 3 months old and hes always done it, can someone please help me figure what is going on here!

2007-08-10 14:09:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

my brother wants a dog so now of course we have to get a dog (im a cat person) anyway he's been doing reasearch and is not sure if he likes the west higland white terrier breed or the pomeranian breed better. he wants to know which dog you think is better.

2007-08-10 14:03:58 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

where could i get a english bulldog pup for a cheap price in newyork?

2007-08-10 14:02:00 · 11 answers · asked by summer stole what fall replaces 1 in Dogs

my hamster had to be put to sleep becuase the docter said she was very skinny and was consinly iching and it might have a preisit anyway i took really good care of her but i think i know why she was so sick i changed her food bowl like once every 6 days and her water too i feel realy bad and guilty do you think that was the reason?

2007-08-10 14:00:11 · 6 answers · asked by sandyleesand 1 in Other - Pets

2007-08-10 13:58:55 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Hi, I've narrowed my choices down to these breeds, I have children ages 3-7, it will be indoor/outdoor, have a big house, small to midsize yard. I will probably get one at a shelter/rescue group next month or so. Collie, Lab, Beagle, Pug, Bos. terrier, golden, or Britt. or English spaniel ? Thanks!

2007-08-10 13:53:21 · 30 answers · asked by Mom of 3 1 in Dogs

it it possible for a dog to show respect??
she said it isnt
but i believe it is!!!
please help x

2007-08-10 13:46:28 · 49 answers · asked by xloux 3 in Dogs

Like a whitefish...cod or something soft like that?

2007-08-10 13:44:55 · 6 answers · asked by Nick 1 in Reptiles

2007-08-10 13:44:51 · 8 answers · asked by nandini 2 in Reptiles

I have a baby beardie... app. 2 months old... I went in to check on him today and to feed him and he was "asleep"... but when I reached in there to get him out of his tank, he stayed asleep... he won't open his eyes, but he'll move around a little bit. When I put him directly under his heat lamp, he'll open his eyes and 'puff' a few times, but he constantly moves away from his lamp to the opposite side of the cage where it's cooler. He has UVB and a heat lamp... temps range from 95 on the hot to 80 on the cool. He just doesn't want to open his eyes and wake up... and when I pick him up he just lays there... doesn't move or anything... it's only when he's under his heat lamp that he wakes up and gets active... what could be wrong?! And what can I do? I have an appt. with the vet on Monday, but what sounds wrong and what can I do to try and make him better before then?

2007-08-10 13:41:05 · 6 answers · asked by abercrombie2177 2 in Reptiles

2007-08-10 13:40:08 · 34 answers · asked by In The Shadows 4 in Dogs

Ok so i took my cat for a joyride to a nearby local pizzzza hut and my cat started panting in the car so i was concerned so i rushed home and now im holding my dead cat in my arms and i was wondering if there is anyway to bring him back..please please give all suggestions my parents are gunna kill me..plzzzzz

2007-08-10 13:33:24 · 20 answers · asked by soccerhs1088 1 in Cats

My Chinese Water Dragon has a slightly damaged snout from rubbing it against the glass of the cage, so I took care of it by placing a backdrop of a forest on the back and sides, as he never rubs it on the front glass. Anyway, I was wondering if the damaged skin would grow back? I mean, it's hardly there, but you can tell he began rubbing it.

2007-08-10 13:32:56 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

i know it's a turtle egg because one had been broke right beside it and all was developed except for the head region.

2007-08-10 13:28:50 · 5 answers · asked by chels 1 in Reptiles