Pets - 16 September 2007

I have two leopard tortoises, one male, one female. They have just come out of hibernation and have started to nibble.

The female is a machine but the male who only comes to life when he wants to mate doesnt want to eat. I feed them lettuce, tamatoes, cucumber, bread and water melon.

What must I do and what foods can I give them to improve their nutrition?

2007-09-16 08:02:29 · 6 answers · asked by richardtruff 1 in Reptiles

2007-09-16 07:57:10 · 2 answers · asked by Dazy 3 in Reptiles

Does any one know were i can get free can of cat food and Dry cat food coupons please let me know...I just got the kitty on the 5th so i'm new at this...he is abt 8 weeks old.

2007-09-16 07:46:07 · 13 answers · asked by Sassygirl_2006 2 in Cats

I have just taken in a new cat who is a year and a half old and at first she seemed fine but tonight she has had blood in her stool, this was not just a little bit of blood it was quite a bit, so i changed the litter tray and have seperated her from my other 2 cats until i can get her to the vets tomorrow, i just went in to check on in the kitchen and i found a small pool of blood on the floor about the size of a golf ball from looks like it has come from her bum as she has a bit of blood there still. Does anyone have any ideas on what this could be? as i am really worried.

2007-09-16 07:40:34 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

hi, my dad woz digging up the garden and he came across this baby mouse that hasnt even opened its eyes yet, i want to keep it and we dont nno wot to feed it, i hav a feelin its going to die by tomorrow, and im attached to it coz i named it and i wil b so upset if it dies, hav u got an idea how to feed it?? ive tried warm milk but i dont think it drank it......... HELP?!!?!??!??!?!!?????!!!!!?!!?????!!!!??

2007-09-16 07:30:20 · 14 answers · asked by Monkey 4 in Other - Pets

My husband adopted a helpless stray male kitten five mths ago which Im terrified of,especially when the cat becomes active.We usually put him in cage.Everyday we will let him out of the cage and play with him for a while.I know this is not right and cruel to place him in the cage.I would very much like to keep him coz I love my kitty now but Im still feeling nervous when my furry friend roams about in the house afraid to be pounced by him.Please help....

2007-09-16 07:26:48 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

he opens both eyes and then he closes the left eye and arfter a while he opens the right eye and arfter about 30 secs he closes his right again and then arfter 10 mins he will open and close the right eye again.

plz help and give me advice really worried about him.

2007-09-16 07:15:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

2007-09-16 07:13:06 · 9 answers · asked by t_rayssweetheart 1 in Dogs

Hi. I'm looking for a groomer to use in Vernon Hills, Libertyville, etc area. I have four German Shepherds, all trained well and polite to be groomed. Would prefer someone with a great deal of experience and professionalism. Petco/Petsmart ok, but looking for anindividual person to work with within store if a chain. What should I look for in a groomer? I'm scared to leave my pets with "strangers" but really would like to connect and with the right groomer for monthly brushing/baths/nails/ears. Thanks for any advice.

2007-09-16 07:12:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

If i dont want my dog any more will they put it to sleep?

2007-09-16 07:12:52 · 31 answers · asked by Jenise L 1 in Dogs

They are a very important part of mine and i love them dearly!!

Here's to all the people who love animals!!!May you live a long happy life,to take care of your pets!!And may your pets live a long happy life!!

2007-09-16 07:11:38 · 53 answers · asked by ....FED UP............ 7 in Other - Pets

I just got a ball python and i am curious what all i will need. I have a 20 gallon aquarium which is fine for now, right?? What all gadgets and gizmos do i need? what should i feed? I will switch to a new 30 gallon aquarium later on..... What lamps and bulbs do i need? How many? How long and often should they be on? What should hte humidity be?

**Any other tips is greatly appreciated....

BK92

2007-09-16 07:06:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

2007-09-16 07:02:24 · 9 answers · asked by sissy m 1 in Fish

My mother inlaw has a 11yr old Basset hound that she keeps mainly in her garage, in a kennel, that she never lets out and he has had some seriouse aggression problems with her and her family. I have a 2year old daughter who has been raised with my child friendly dogs, and has never had a reason to fear or be scared of my dogs. Last week, I was attacked and dragged down to the ground by her Basset hound, and it scared the mess out of me. A few days later my husband went up there to feed him, and he approached him wagging his tail and then attacked him too (my husband grew up with this dog). Now I have a seriouse issue with allowing my daughter to go up there, and I'm being called vindictive and unreasonable by my husband and his mother. Am I? I am a Vet tech, who worked with military working dogs, and seen the results of K-9 aggression first hand and don't want my 2 yr old to run the risk of a bite or mauling. I simply stated I don't want my daughter up there with that dog...

2007-09-16 07:02:22 · 20 answers · asked by Krazee about my pets! 4 in Dogs

I need some names for a male lepard gecko. His name is Streaky but we are re-nameing him. I don't want names like spot ... Name we choose gets best answer..

2007-09-16 06:58:29 · 4 answers · asked by Yorkie; Dogue de Bordeaux 3 in Reptiles

Judge was amazing when we took him. The only reason he was running to get out and back to the car was because the whole place smells like dogs, and Judge is agressive toward dogs out of fear. He was really nice and didn't bother the other dogs that were there amazingly. When he got his shots, he didn't cry or anything! AND he had to get three. Actually he looked more annoyed, because the vet's assistant was hugging him tight and giving him kisses to make him feel better lol. Afterwards, he got some cookies, and he smelled them suspiciously to make sure there was nothing wrong with them, then gobbled them up. He did incredibly well, especially since we didn't get a chance to bring a stool sample and they had to make him give one. Plus there were blood tests and other things, so he had a rough time. Yet he was wonderful there!

2007-09-16 06:56:56 · 14 answers · asked by Judgerz 6 in Dogs

I've decided to purchase a rabbit in the near future, but i'm unsure of what type of cage to get. I want to get an averaged sized rabbit, but i'm not sure of how big of cage to get. also, what is a good price for a rabbit cage, I'm not made of money, but i do want somthing that he'll be comfortable in.

2007-09-16 06:54:36 · 4 answers · asked by Chrissy B 3 in Other - Pets

For those of you who don't know bearded dragons need a basking(heated)side and a cooling side. My boyfriend wants to move their tank around(like move their log, their hammock, their rock etc.) around just for a change and he also wants to move their heat lamp from one side to the other because he plans on putting their basking branch on the other side. I just want to know if this is ok and what precautions we should take in doing this. I don't want to stress my babies out at all if possible. Also, my boyfriend is big on change so he might want to change their tank around every so often, how often is too often? Thanks in advance!

2007-09-16 06:53:27 · 3 answers · asked by Isabella's Mommy Expecting #2 6 in Reptiles

2007-09-16 06:52:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

How can I get my 3 dogs to stop barking when I'm not home? They will hear other dogs in the neighborhood bark, and it gets them going. The problem is that if I'm not home, there is no way to get them to be quiet. How can I train them not to bark if I'm not there to stop it. I've thought about using a bark collar, but would prefer other means if possible. Any advice is welcome. Thanks!

2007-09-16 06:48:10 · 6 answers · asked by Vbonics 6 in Dogs

Oh my goodness its been two years since Iv'e had a dog and my parents are finally letting me get one!! I am getting my puppy October 14th, so I have about a month before I go and get him. When should I buy things like supplies and a crate for him? How soon before I go and get him? By the way he is a male Scott type American Bulldog!!!! Praise God!

2007-09-16 06:43:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

We took our puppy out 2 times this weekend for his first walks. Both times we were out for 1 or 2 hours and he didn't do toilet once and yet as soon as we came home he used the garden. Any reasons why he didn't go when we were out? Also he barked or growled at everyone human or dog we walked past, why was this? He is a west highland terrier who is 12 weeks old. Any tips would be appreciated.

2007-09-16 06:40:51 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I need help identifying my snake. It was sold to me as a Burmese Python but I believe it to be a Ball Python. Any help? Link to the pic is here: http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=229979018&albumID=0&imageID=5086823

2007-09-16 06:38:38 · 7 answers · asked by Felix Arcanus 5 in Reptiles

Two days ago we got a dog that is almost 2. We decided to see what happens if he goes outside without a leash. The dog took off, was chasing cars and took 1 hour to get the dog back. So now it is a hassle because we have to find the dog and hold him whenever someone opens the door. What can we do to get him to not leave the yard when outside? He almost got hit last time. Could we get one of those invisible fences, would that work?

2007-09-16 06:33:17 · 8 answers · asked by first l 1 in Dogs

Something gothic or fantasical (is that a word? lol =D)

2007-09-16 06:32:16 · 43 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Due to car accident i can no longer care for these lovely animals. They deserve a good home. They come with 6ft cage. I also have a 4 mth baby with 3ft cage. Can anyone recommend where i could safely advertise to guarentee a good home.
Thanks.

2007-09-16 06:28:33 · 5 answers · asked by m1nx74 1 in Rodents

My friend is a veterinary nurse and last week they were administering gas to a dog and there was an inproper seal on the mask. She began to feel very groggy and as she described the room began to echo and she became wobbly. I am worried about the long term health issues associated with exposure and also about the laws related to protecting her against this happening again. She said it was no big deal cos she felt fine afer some fresh air, but she does have an arrythmia problem with her heart?

2007-09-16 06:28:10 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

2007-09-16 06:21:18 · 9 answers · asked by granny 1 in Dogs

i have a female russian tortoise and she is not really eating lately and i dont know why and when i put the food in she ussauly runs to the plate and eats alot but now she doesnt eat please help me im woried and 1 more thing how long should i fee her daily

2007-09-16 06:16:43 · 5 answers · asked by rory 2 in Reptiles

It's a manx shearwater, we think, the vet basically offered me two options - if it's wing is broken, she'll put it to sleep, if it's not broken, set it free after another 24 hours, then if it won't fly, she'll put it to sleep then.... not very interested obviously - she didn't even want to see it.
Any advice on any other options? Can I splint the wing or something? How do I find out if it's broken without distressing the bird? What do I feed it and how? It's got shredded fish and wild bird seed mix, but doesn't seem to be eating at all... HELP?!

2007-09-16 06:14:17 · 10 answers · asked by RM 6 in Birds