Pets - 1 October 2007

2007-10-01 11:18:41 · 5 answers · asked by ringjunkie123 4 in Fish

my dog has fleas. if we get rid of them on her will they leave the house? if they cant how can we get rid of them?

2007-10-01 10:52:29 · 8 answers · asked by candy 2 in Dogs

we found out abut a week ago my dog has fleas and since yesterday my mom and i have been really itchey. how can we tell if we got ger fleas?

2007-10-01 10:50:20 · 5 answers · asked by candy 2 in Dogs

I have a 55 gallon freshwater tank that's been running for about 4 months now. Currently residing in the tank are 5 peppered corys, 2 diamond tetras, 7 black neon tetras, 1 marigold platy, 1 paradise fish, and at least one oto, there were 4 in there but they either died and ended up in the filter or just like the hide under the rock or driftwood. I was wondering if I could/should add more fish, and if so what would be some good fish to add?

2007-10-01 10:47:43 · 3 answers · asked by Matt D 2 in Fish

2007-10-01 10:46:56 · 12 answers · asked by tradejewel 3 in Dogs

The more I read about the breed, the more I think she could be one. Yes, this is all speculation, but what do you think?

On Tollers:
http://www.akc.org/breeds/nova_scotia_duck_tolling_retriever/
http://www.whatsmydog.com/breed_characteristics/breed_library/breed_details.aspx?BreedID=113

On Missy:
http://picasaweb.google.com/nena.racer/mississippi
http://www.dogster.com/dogs/549766

Don't you worry, no matter what she is or isn't, she's a good dog and I'll love her regardless. Her breed is just a fascinating puzzle to me.

2007-10-01 10:44:43 · 11 answers · asked by a gal and her dog 6 in Dogs

I don't want to take my turtles to the vet. They have white worms, what can I give them to deworm them.

2007-10-01 10:40:41 · 5 answers · asked by Merly P 1 in Reptiles

Let me just whine for a few minutes here...
You all know me probably. I posted alot about my new puppy and when I finally got him, I posted alot about taking care of him. I should've listened to you yahoo users. taking care of a puppy ALONE is the most hardest thing ive done in my life and it's only been a week. I have several major projects assigned in school, joined three after school clubs, and I'm completely stressed out here. I also can't help but to think about my future.. If I'm stressed now, how will I manage during my junior year? Will my dog ever learn how to take care of himself when I'm away? I don't know why I didn't think about this before I got him.. I think rushed into getting him too quickly. I definately want to keep my baby but I'm just SO EXHAUSTED AND STRESSED!!
...so who wants to comfort me and give me some advice on how to deal?? (please be nice and dont tell me to give up my baby, i love him to death.)

2007-10-01 10:38:52 · 18 answers · asked by ? 3 in Dogs

My son gave me a catfish about 5-6 in. long and very long whiskers. It some what looks like a Pimelodus Pictus but has no markings on it's tail or fins, Dark silver and gray in color.
What is it?

2007-10-01 10:37:04 · 6 answers · asked by James 5 in Fish

His eyes aren't seeping like some sick cat's eyes do, but I'm worried about him. I can not afford to take him to the vet unless it's an emergency. Does any one know if it might be alergies or something? Thanks.

2007-10-01 10:30:55 · 5 answers · asked by Animal 3 in Cats

2007-10-01 10:29:12 · 12 answers · asked by shelleyfort 1 in Cats

I was talking to someone about getting a puppy. She's an excellent, responsible breeder who has been in her breed for decades and has produced some excellent dogs. I would be showing this dog in conformation and probably some other fun sports like agility, obedience and tracking.

I've never had an intact dog. Can you tell me what it's like to have an intact *****? There are no intact males living in the same household.

If you're more comfortable answering privately than posting for all to see about not-neutered dogs, feel free to do so.

Any experience about this would be appreciated. Here are some of my thoughts, but if you have anything else, that'd be cool.
How difficult is it to keep an intact *****?
Do you know before she goes into heat? Are there other signs before the first blood?
How regular are the heats? Can you say "it's about time for her to go into heat"?
Is it always obvious she's in heat? Aren't there "silent heats"?
Is there any personality differences?

2007-10-01 10:18:19 · 18 answers · asked by Cleoppa 5 in Dogs

two 13yr old mini poodle brother and sister. I love them to deaht and they whine and cry outside and in lock up (the washer and dryer room where their food, water, and beds are) they want to be with me around the house but they always pee and poop in the house!! What can i do!? they cant help their bladder. they know its bad and they have been 100% house trained their whole life!

2007-10-01 10:03:15 · 5 answers · asked by Bella ♥ 2 in Dogs

Have you heard of *'taste of the wild'* brand pet foods?
I went to purchase Petfood today and almost bought this new brand instead, because its *grain free* which is the ONLY complaint that I have about Canidae and Felidae. I wish they would come out with a grain free food.

ANYWAY, would love to hear some thoughts on this new food from you all.
I went ahead and bought some of the cat food since I was out but decided to wait on the dog food since Ive still got enough for a few more days.

One of my cats bit a hole through the bag trying to get in it before I could open it!

The ONLY thing that worries me is that I think its made by Diamond, their newest brand. Heres the link:

http://www.tasteofthewildpetfood.com/

Heres the link to their ingredients just click on the product....sounds better than Canidae and Felidae to me! BUT, I want to know what YOU think.

http://www.tasteofthewildpetfood.com/products/

2007-10-01 09:59:25 · 7 answers · asked by ♥ Jasmine ♥ 4 in Dogs

I read somewhere that if you keep organic free range eggs in your airing cupboard/ wram space, they could hatch out. I would like to do this and have chicken as pets, but what is the best way to look after them, feed them etc.....

2007-10-01 09:56:56 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

I need help!!! We just moved into a really old house and when we moved in there were fleas in the house. Now all of my animals have then. How do I get rid of them safely for the animals without taking them out. Putting them outside is not an option. They have to stay at the house with us. WHAT DO I DO?!?

2007-10-01 09:56:26 · 10 answers · asked by illusional_reveur 1 in Other - Pets

2007-10-01 09:55:17 · 9 answers · asked by I Like it.. 1 in Dogs

My dog is severely under weight. He is 58 pounds and needs to be at least 78 to be healthy but we can't get him to gain! He can't get fatty or gressy foods and we just got some food from the vet but he doesn't like it! Please does anyone know some foods we can feed him that are "bland foods"? the vets say to keep him on a bland diet so he won't get upset tummy and lose more. He doesn't have heartworm or any parasites, so thats not the problem and he's seen lots of different vets, but he looks like he is going to fall over and I don't want to lose my puppy!

2007-10-01 09:55:12 · 8 answers · asked by the_rasmusroxs15 2 in Dogs

My 8 wk old cocker spaniel pup is going nuts biting everything and everyone. I am doing everything books and websites say but it seems the mocked yelping and no s just make it worse. When you ignore her like the information says, she goes and pees. She is really a sweet good natured dog but I dont know what to do. Please help!!

2007-10-01 09:54:25 · 11 answers · asked by Chanel P 2 in Dogs

1 year ago i sold a puppy to a lady & she calls me out of the blue and asks if i would want it back because it sheds to much and is a bully with her other dog, i said sure i will find a good home for it, calls back 1 week later & says she changed her mind, i said thats fine. 1 more week later she calls and says i changed my mind i need to get rid of him, pick him up tonight at my house, which i did. 2 days after that she calls & says she will give me his papers, etc, everything was fine. 2 HOURS later she calls & says no I want him back I made a mistake! Am I obligated to give her the dog back after the verbal agreement that I would take him, & knowing he is going to a much better home with other dogs he can actually play with?

2007-10-01 09:53:21 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

A person i know has a cat and on a recent visit to their home when i bent down to pet him, instead of feeling soft fur i felt a hard patch. His entire top of his head was one huge scab, and being an outdoor cat it looks like he got attacked by something

I was horrified, and asked how long has the cat been like that and she replied "i dont know" and finished doing her dishes. The cat didnt appear to be in pain, but who knows if the thing is infected or not. its not bleeding, its completely scabbed over.

My question is: What happens if i bring this cat to a vet but i dont have the money to pay it? I really dont have the funds, and i know she is on social security and wont be able to pay for it either.

I will NOT call animal services on her, because this is the first she has ever let something like this happen and in the real world, sometimes people dont have the money. to all you people who are going to critisize "she shouldnt have a pet then"...save your breath.

2007-10-01 09:51:16 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

Our lab mix is almost 7 years old and is starting to take a little longer to get up from a laying position. I think her hips are getting a little creaky, though she doesn't seem to be in any pain, just a little slower. Any suggestions about what we can do to slow the arthritis - certain foods, OTC medications? She has been taking a joint vitamin for just a couple days that I bought at the pet store, but I wanted to see if anyone had any other suggestions.

2007-10-01 09:51:11 · 7 answers · asked by Melissa K 2 in Dogs

He's nine years old, and we brought him to the vet last week, and she said he's overweight, and needs to loose five pounds. She suggested we switch him to low-cal cat food and encourage him to excercize more, but he won't eat the food, and when I try to play with him, he just gives me this "are you crazy?" look. Please help!

2007-10-01 09:50:46 · 11 answers · asked by Meggie Beth 3 in Cats

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I've noticed something with my dogs eyes. She is a year and a half and just recently she has these white "eye lid" type things appearing every so often from the bottom corners of her eyes. This causes the eyes to narrow and quite honestly looks scary! It doesn't seem to bother her but looks frightening. Is this normal?

2007-10-01 09:50:17 · 7 answers · asked by Mr Em Dee 3 in Dogs

My dog has scabs all over his body,he has a horrible oder no matter how often I bathe him, and it's not MANGE. Please tell me what it could be.

2007-10-01 09:46:35 · 3 answers · asked by James 3 in Dogs

I just change my cat's litter box with different litter. I used to use Members mark from Sams Club (scoopable) But now I am trying this kind called Tidy Cats (does not say). MY cat has been sitting right next to the litter box looking in it like there is something wrong. She went in it two times. I am not dumb but i felt like asking.

2007-10-01 09:46:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

2007-10-01 09:44:23 · 6 answers · asked by julien 1 in Fish

Hi, my 6 yr. old cat may have kidney disease (will find out for sure on Friday) and my vet prescribed Hills K/D in the meantime until his next blood/urine test. He hates the food and when he does eat it (I got both canned and dry) he throws up. But when I get him the "unhealthy" canned food that has all the bad stuff in it (like phosphorous and sodium) he finishes it and doesn't throw up. I've looked into homemade recipes but they seem too complicated and I'm afraid of adding all those vitamins and oils they suggest.

Are there any healthy and simple foods that a cat with kidney disease can eat and how would I make it tasty without adding salt? Stuff like boiled chicken and rice, is that good for a cat? If he continues eating the regular cat food that's not good for him will that shorten his life span considerably?

2007-10-01 09:39:23 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

i just got my bunny and want to know when do i wash my bunny? do i give her a bath every day,year,month,week,hour? or what and please don't tell me to go to the liebrery i already read all the books there!!! please help me ^.^ thank you for answering every answer helps ^.^

2007-10-01 09:35:15 · 14 answers · asked by kitten_lover 1 in Other - Pets

My little man has a big fedish with underwear no one else just mine. He will dig through the hamper and find them if he has to. Any ways to break this or why he is doing so? Also does anyone know any ways to break a dog of ripping the house apart when he is left alone. He is fine all day long is someone is with him or at least in the house as soon as you leave he goes on the mission of destorying the house. We do not want to cage him or put him out side winter is comming soon and we just dont believe in having a dog that must be out side. He also loves rocks. Eats dirt every day, thinks he is a goat he loves grass i mean its not like he doesnt have enough to eat he is a big boy already problaly about 30 lbs. A little help please....

2007-10-01 09:34:09 · 6 answers · asked by h0neybee1000 3 in Dogs