Pets - 22 September 2007

Meaning he likes to bite(play bite) you and if you walk on your knees to get something, he'll bite you but he doesn't bite anyone else. You've tried saying OW! NO! and ignoring him and showing him where it hurts, that makes it worse. You tried firmly patting him on the nose and say no but that makes it worse.

Suggestions? I never let him get away with it.

2007-09-22 02:15:14 · 16 answers · asked by Butterfly 1 in Dogs

My dog Little B is 16 today. Hooray! She can't hear everyone cheering because she went deaf 4 or 5 years ago. She has a gray muzzle and four gray paws. Does she get a star?
I'm taking her to the dog beach where she sits under the umbrella and watches all the action!!!!

2007-09-22 01:58:32 · 8 answers · asked by Veritas 7 in Dogs

2007-09-22 00:53:21 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Wanted to thank everyone who responded to the previous email three weeks ago - in regards to our 11 year old terrier, who had suddenly developed leg and tail lameness (I don't know how to append these comments to the original question.) Unfortunately, the situation got worse - much worse. He ceased being able to stand, could hardly urinate, was crying in pain, and screaming when touched. A sonogram found nothing. Neither did an x-ray of his lower back. The vet suspected a slipped disk or tumor...and we chose to put him down Tuesday, to take away the pain. Thanks to everyone who responded and tried to help. It was appreciated. We're going to miss him terribly. To make this an official question, I guess I could add...did we do the right thing? I hope we did.

2007-09-22 00:50:03 · 10 answers · asked by Janet G 2 in Dogs

I found a baby bird out front. It was just flopping around and about to go in the street. I got out an old hamster cage, put the baby in it (with water,shavings, etc..) and brought it around back. To make a long story short, the mother bird found it and she comes into the backyard under my porch, and hops into the cage and feeds the baby. I have had people tell me how unusual this is and they said I should contact a college or somewhere that studies birds and let them know that this is happening. They said the fact that the mother even coming close to the baby after I became involved is unlikely and the fact that we are "sharing custody" (I bring it inside at night so it will stay warm and safe from predators) is even more rare. I will keep doing what I'm doing if it is the right thing to do. Please let me know what you think. Thanks. - Lisa

2007-09-22 00:44:38 · 9 answers · asked by lisaxxinxxpa 2 in Birds

2007-09-22 00:37:57 · 11 answers · asked by y m 2 in Dogs

Many first time dog owners prior to buying come on here and ask what kind of dog they should get. I've seen where they even list the two or three types of dogs that interest them. I understand everyone thinks their breed is BEST but, cant you set aside your preference long enough to answer the question objectively? I own Saints and to tell you the truth I rarely recommend them to most people. I surely wouldnt tell an apartment dweller in the city to get one. Just because they are my favorite breed doesnt mean EVERYONE should own one. Lets try to help these people and read their questions and concerns. Why not recommend a dog that will best suit their situation? Not everyone should have a bully breed, toy or giant breed. Some should go to the shelter while others should not.
Do you agree?

2007-09-22 00:16:54 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

my tortoise has yellow stripes on its head. i hope that helps.

2007-09-22 00:02:16 · 3 answers · asked by whereismyemoboy 1 in Reptiles