Pets - 30 August 2007

the vet said parvo is like chicken pox, once they get it she cant get it again .. she told me that, then she went on to say when shes done with treatment, to come back in for four different parvo shots .. if shes immune, does she techincally need them? i mean i know it wont hurt for her to get them, but is it necessary to spend the 250 dollars that they wanna charge me, or are they just trying to make their money? trust me, ive been through alot with her in the week and a half ive had her, and if i have to get them i will, i just want to know if thats too much or if i dont really have to :D i guess its better to be safe than sorry.

2007-08-30 04:58:23 · 7 answers · asked by sHOTTiExxHOTTiE 4 in Dogs

hi when i first got my puppy 10 months ago my hubby said he would trade him for a million pounds , last night he admitted he wouldnt now , ahhhh hes bonded with him , would you sell your pet , just a light hearted question dont need no heavy answers , have a nice rest evening,xx

2007-08-30 04:34:34 · 44 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

It's not at any particular time, I just noticed him trying to rub up against it. It's not his butt, just the side of his body. I'm wondering if it's fleas and he's trying to scratch them? Any ideas?

2007-08-30 04:33:56 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My vet thinks my dog's limp could be a torn ligament and I was wondering if anyone knows of pet insurance companies that cover pre-existing conditions even if they do so after an initial waiting period or even if they cover them at a lower rate? Alternatively do veterinary colleges ever perform expensive surgery at reduced rates for students to gain experience? If so, which veterinary colleges?

2007-08-30 04:15:58 · 2 answers · asked by Jack R 1 in Dogs

can anybody out there please help me, i have just descovered my angel fish are trying to breed, and i havent got a clue what i should do. they are in a mixed tank which at the moment needs a complete water change and clean. i need to know if i should clean it now, do i have to seperate them, how long the mating process takes, how will i know when they finished, what i should do when they have finished and what the eggs actually look like.
i am grateful for any information anyone could give me, no matter how little.
thank you for your time.

2007-08-30 04:10:38 · 14 answers · asked by theoriginalbitch 3 in Fish

Is it a different number from here in Kent?

2007-08-30 04:10:23 · 12 answers · asked by retro cupcake 3 in Cats

He is 8 mths old, desexed and always jumping up on the table then to piano , any surface thats up high.I dont mind him on the bed and lounge but hes always up on something and my things are being broken as they get knocked off.Any ides why he prefers to be high? and can he be trained. He is my only cat and no other pets.

2007-08-30 03:47:00 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

...what else can I feed my goldfish?? I don't want them to just eat flakes every single day - it will get boring... what else can goldfish eat? I also keep tropical fish and have a variety for them, can the goldfish have any of the tropical fish food??

Thanks

2007-08-30 03:42:55 · 13 answers · asked by Dazza 1 in Fish

I know he is just playing, but those sharp things hurt!!

2007-08-30 03:26:06 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

Our dog's had dry skin ever since he was a puppy. Even the vet said it's not fleas. We've tried a little baby oil in his bath water, but it helps only so long. Does anyone have any ideas on how to fix it?

2007-08-30 03:10:45 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I was told that I could give my dog childrens benedryl for an allergic reaction. I was also told that I could give him a little more than what to give a child. I'm not sure of what age group to use or how long to use it. I want serious repies please.

2007-08-30 02:54:44 · 10 answers · asked by Stacey 2 in Dogs

I was not bashing shanked bits or different mouth pieces, I may not have put my post together in way to get my point across but I did add to it, hopefully those who took it as me bashing them for using a shanked bit can now understand what I was trying to say. I too use shanked bits and snaffles, depending on level of training, the job at hand, etc. etc. And you are absolutely correct... ANY BIT is only as harsh as the riders hands.

2007-08-30 02:51:16 · 10 answers · asked by hhqh01 4 in Horses

I woke up today to find my 11 pound jack russel had chewed up a thermometer. It was about three inches long, and an inch around. I think I was able to find most of the glass, but I am sure some of it was ate. Also, what are the chances of her getting mercury poisoning from this? Should I try feeding her a cotton ball (apparently it says that collects sharp objects), or bread ... or something? I'm actually mostly worried about the mercury.

2007-08-30 02:42:54 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-08-30 02:42:49 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

2007-08-30 02:42:06 · 16 answers · asked by lorie m 1 in Dogs

Is it okay to buy one male and one female gourami?

2007-08-30 02:33:39 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

when i took my dog to the park there was a man there on inline skates and he wanted to say hello to my dog but my dog was very scared..he run away and was barking at him and he kept looking up at me..asif to say get him away from me lol..nothing has ever happen to him concerning a man and inline skates ! im just curious as to why he was like that ?

2007-08-30 02:04:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

a gold fish.....i dont know why recently i just want to get two .....should i get them????mmmmm

2007-08-30 02:04:04 · 15 answers · asked by mals2008 3 in Fish

large pond. other fish are ok and normal.this one doesnt grow.appears well and healthy.

2007-08-30 02:02:40 · 4 answers · asked by tillypatsygus 1 in Fish

i have cats that need meds - fluids and pills - yesterday, i broke my arm and am not supposed to move it at all. i don't have family or friends close enough to help. i'm new to my neighborhood and don't know anyone. any ideas on how i can give my cats their required meds with only one arm?

2007-08-30 02:02:35 · 9 answers · asked by Dee 2 in Cats

I've seen a few people who have falcons, hawks, and eagles as pets? But would it be possible to get a peregrine falcon as one? And if so where could I get/buy one?

2007-08-30 01:54:06 · 11 answers · asked by hilal_arshad91 1 in Birds

about a week ago i asked why he was on his side and got great answers back. i did what the answers said to do and now he's still on his side but he keeps flaring. i want to know if he is going to be alright or is this nearing the end? he's also having a lot of trouble moving around and stuff. i know that he had the swimmers bladder problem i just want to know what is going on?

2007-08-30 01:53:54 · 4 answers · asked by *starchild* 3 in Fish

1. what is the best breed of a dog ?
2. what is the best type of animal to get ?
3. pet names ?

2007-08-30 01:42:23 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I am asking this because I keep hearing all this "natural" stuff but yet the same people are using or promoting severe mouth pieces on their horses. A snaffle provides a "nutcracker" action to the mouth, the tongue, lips and bars and if used and/or fitted incorrectly (which not many talk about)can be very damaging to the horse. I was also wondering what everyone considers a snaffle... snaffle does not mean a jointed mouth piece, it means any bit that does not have leverage. A snaffle does not have a purchase and/or shanks.

Jointed mouth - nutcracker action
Mullen mouth - very mild mouth piece
French mouth - reduces the "nutcracker" very mild
Dr. Bristol - slightly more severe than the french link
Slow Twist - "nutcracker" style, stronger and more severe.
Cork Screw - Severe
Single and double twisted wire - two of the most severe

Also, when selecting a mouth piece for you horse do you consider that he may have a flat pallet?

2007-08-30 01:41:08 · 13 answers · asked by hhqh01 4 in Horses

I've had my 2 goldfish for 5 years and lately I have notived that they seem to be swimming on thier sides

2007-08-30 01:22:27 · 8 answers · asked by tasty x 2 in Fish

I've had my goldfish for 5 years and lately I've noticed they seem to be swimming on thier side

2007-08-30 01:18:15 · 12 answers · asked by tasty x 2 in Fish

"...leave sleeping dogs lie?"

I'm serious!

Because, when my dogs cry or growl, as they're sleeping, it breaks my heart... thinking they maybe dreaming something that may be hurting them!

I just want to wake them to take them away from it... & let them know they are ok!!

Is this wrong??

2007-08-30 01:14:58 · 11 answers · asked by Lady Harley99 4 in Dogs

when shes eating , she tries to bite the food, but she bites air and if i try to scare her by dropping my hand very quickly and stop just before i hit her she doesnt flinch or any thing.so?

2007-08-30 01:12:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

I have a 60L tank....do I have to purchase any type of goruami in a couple or more?
giant, Dwarf, blue, kissing?
Please help!

2007-08-30 00:33:54 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

2007-08-30 00:31:08 · 1 answers · asked by ஐKatஐ 3 in Reptiles