Pets - 20 October 2007

How do you get rid of it

2007-10-20 16:38:10 · 9 answers · asked by jessy_was_here 2 in Dogs

I have a dalmatian, rottweiler mix and he's overweight, not by much I think, maybe 90 lbs. We took him to the vet (his name's Lucky, btw) and we were told that ife doesn't loose weight, his heart won't be able to last. So, we put him on Beneful Healthy Diet, and take him out regularly (about 2-3 times a week) for a mile walk or run.... okay, maybe a 1/2 mile, but still. He seems to be loosing weight and all, but I want him around for a long time. He's 5 years old, just turned five on July 4th. I love my baby and I wanted to know if there's more I can do. We take him in (for free) to get him weighed every now and then. He seems to be fine, but is there something else i can do to help his struggle?

2007-10-20 16:37:59 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I am looking to adopt / purchase a couple of Tonk kittens, strictly as pets. What is the price range I can expect to pay here in the Northeast?

2007-10-20 16:30:26 · 5 answers · asked by gervoi 3 in Cats

2007-10-20 16:26:49 · 4 answers · asked by Ken M 1 in Dogs

bad but it does bother him when i touch it. i didnt know what it could be. its not fleas or any skin condition. can scratches scab up and swell like that? what can i do to try to get the swelling down. ill take him to a vet if it doesn't go away

2007-10-20 16:23:40 · 3 answers · asked by gallonofmilk 1 in Dogs

This is the saddest story make sure that you read all of it and have a
box of hankies handy. This in relation to getting a "No Kill" animal
shelter in Knoxville.

Pass this on to any pet lover that you know.

"How Could You?" by An Animal Lover

When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh.
You called me your child, and despite a number of chewed shoes and a
couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I
was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could you?" - but
then you'd relent, and roll me over for a belly rub.

My housebreaking took a little longer than expected, because you were
terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights
of nuzzling you in bed and listening to your confidences and secret
dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. We went
for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I
only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I
took long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the
day.

Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and
more time searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently,
comforted you through heartbreaks and disappointments, never chided you
about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your homecomings, and when
you fell in love.

She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" - still I welcomed her into
our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy
because you were happy.

Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was
fascinated by their pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother
them, too. Only she and you worried that I might hurt them, and I spent
most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog crate. Oh, how I
wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love."

As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and
pulled themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes,
investigated my ears, and gave me kisses on my nose. I loved everything
about them and their touch - because your touch was now so infrequent -
and I would have defended them with my life if need be.
I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret
dreams, and together we waited for the sound of your car in the
driveway. There had been a time, when others asked you if you had a dog,
that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them stories
about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the
subject. I had gone from being "your dog" to "just a dog," and you
resented every expenditure on my behalf.

Now, you have a new career opportunity in another city, and you and they
will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the
right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your
only family.

I was excited about the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter.
It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear, of hopelessness.
You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good home
for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the
realities facing a middle-aged dog, even one with "papers." You had to
pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy!
Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him, and what
lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love
and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a
goodbye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take
my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have
one, too.

After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your
upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good
home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?"

They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules
allow.
They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first,
whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you
that you had changed your mind - that this was all a bad dream...or I
hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me.
When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of
happy puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner
and waited.

I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day, and I
padded along the aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet
room. She placed me on the table and rubbed my ears, and told me not to
worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to come, but there
was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As
is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears
weighs heavily on her, and I know that, the same way I knew your every
mood.

She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her
cheek. I licked her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many
years ago. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I
felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down
sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could you?"

Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She
hugged me, and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to
a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or
have to fend for myself - a place of love and light so very different
from this earthly place. And with my last bit of energy, I tried to
convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not
directed at her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I
will think of you and wait for you forever.

May everyone in your life continue to show you so much loyalty.

The End

A Note From a Pet Care Professional

The dog in this story could easily be a cat, a ferret, a rabbit, or any
of the numerous animals discarded at shelters. Please remember that
animals are not disposable.

2007-10-20 16:21:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

I just wanted to know because I know akc is a good registry. However, I don't know why everyone says such bad things about the others. For instance, someone saying it is not a purebreed if it is not akc. I have an aca dog and I don't see anything wrong with the registry. She has a pedigree to show her lines just like on akc. Now ckc I know why that can be bad because you just send in a picture. I just want to know what everyone thinks!

2007-10-20 16:14:56 · 14 answers · asked by Nikki 4 in Dogs

What about other animals like kittys and birds and even rodents(hamsters, gerbils, rats) and bunnies etc etc? Are there places like puppy mills where these animals are treated cruelly and bred to death and killed when they are of no use to them anymore? Also, what can I do to help stop these puppy mills besides not buying dogs from pet stores? All ideas/suggestions are welcome.

2007-10-20 16:07:30 · 16 answers · asked by Isabella's Mommy Expecting #2 6 in Dogs

My 5 month old puppy just started getting "dog breath" it is horrendous.

It is far worse than usual dog breath. I have been giving him omega 3 suppliments. This may have something to do with it.

How can I cure his horrible breath?

2007-10-20 16:04:10 · 8 answers · asked by . 3 in Dogs

We have about 50-60 wild turkey's hanging around our property I really want to catch a wild turkey ASAP so I can cage it and fatten in up by Thanks giving. I've tried corn in the palm of my hand and a racoon cage. Either they are really smart or they are too scared to go in the cage. Has anyone ever caught one before. Serious answers only please.

2007-10-20 15:49:06 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

What was the web site where you can post your neighbor that has been cruel to animals? My f***ed up neighbor just took out 4 dogs in Dunlap Tn.

2007-10-20 15:48:02 · 12 answers · asked by Terry D 1 in Dogs

2007-10-20 15:45:36 · 6 answers · asked by munchkin 1 in Dogs

i just got a new 135 gallon tank

2007-10-20 15:40:51 · 6 answers · asked by CTFxC ftw! 2 in Fish

Is she halfway grown, more, less?

2007-10-20 15:38:50 · 4 answers · asked by cgeb 4 in Cats

My ex and I adopted our dog last year, we broke up 4 months ago and she left him with me. Even when we were together she said that the dog was mine she never took care of him. I have paid for everything vet, food, ect. She is threatning to take him from me. The adoption papers are under her name, but I have taken care of him from the beginining. But everything else are either in both of our names. Since we broke up she hasn't seen, feed or taken care of him. Can she take him away? Is there anything that I can do? Should I get a lawyer? Please only serious answers please. This is really stressing me out.

Thank you.

2007-10-20 15:38:42 · 15 answers · asked by prelude06@sbcglobal.net 1 in Dogs

I have been feeding my fire bellied crickets and mealworms for two months now and i want to feed them something different today. Can someone please give me a list of what they can eat? I want to feed them feeder guppies today but I don't know what they look like can someone get me a picture of feeder guppies?

2007-10-20 15:37:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

I have a 7yo dachshund chihuahua that's recently gotten this obsession with nibbling on little bitty rocks and pebbles, and little things like that. I'm concerned cause obviously it's probably not good for her teeth, and I try to divert her attention towards healthier things to chew on, but she goes right back to the pebble nibblin' when she goes outside. WHAT'S A DOGGIE DADDY TO DO?!?!

2007-10-20 15:36:01 · 2 answers · asked by remlap47 2 in Other - Pets

It's kinda scary, but how did the poor baby get like that? It's sad

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2007-10-20 15:34:37 · 20 answers · asked by dawn 5 in Dogs

My mom and I have two Jack Russell Terrier puppies, they are 5 months old and we are trying to potty-train them. The boy Peed in the house from the kitchen all the way down to the end of the hallway in a long line. She wants to not give him dinner tonight because of what he did. Should she? Or should she not? Please help! = ]

2007-10-20 15:26:38 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I'm going to get a dog very soon. I think I want a cocker spanel or golden retriever i would like to know a great breed of dog that gets along with kids ( as young as 2) ,pets ,and other dogs.

2007-10-20 15:25:25 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Please help. My mom asked me to babysit her cat and kittens. I got them to my house the kittens are covered in fleas. I've treated them for that and put frontline on the mother. My main concern is that the mother is acting really weird. She is walking around all scrunched up, with all four paws together, like a dog pooping. Then she'll throw herself sideways. She also pooped on the floor and rolled around in it. Is she sick or just stressed? Never saw a cat walk like that. My mom said she found her once unable to move. Could this be related?

2007-10-20 15:23:09 · 7 answers · asked by cookca88 2 in Cats

my hamster water bottle keeps forming limescale and i was wondering if there is any way to prevent this happening.

2007-10-20 15:19:05 · 7 answers · asked by blossom princess 2 in Rodents

2007-10-20 15:17:17 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Hi one of my 2 dogs threw up blood today. I thought it was my big one be/c I heard a wet burp sound so took him to the vet. Everything was normal. Did the blood test, came back fine. What do u think is wrong? The throw up he did looked like someone took his food, soaked it in red dye, then poured red wine all over the carpet!!!!! His gums are not pail

2007-10-20 15:14:57 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-10-20 15:05:41 · 5 answers · asked by cola i 1 in Cats

There is a dog that lives behind my aunts house, and he has a collar thats not humane! it shocks him when he barks, and it hurts him cause he yelps. i really need to help him! his name is tyson. the owner also beats him with a stick!! please help. i live in kentucky. what do i do!??????!!!!!

2007-10-20 15:04:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My heater in my tank malfunctioned and never shut off and was smoking some. Fish died :( . On a lighter note the ghost shrimp survied. How much heat can most fish take? When i checked the temp of mine it was about 93 degress :(

2007-10-20 14:59:34 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

2007-10-20 14:57:21 · 8 answers · asked by ~Living4HIM~ 4 in Other - Pets

I had a pig name Mike that my whole family took great delight in slaughtering and eating. I tried to eat some bacon once but I couldn't do it. Is that being too squeamish?

2007-10-20 14:54:32 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

my father is totally against me getting a guinea pig, but my mother is allowing me to get one as long as i keep it in my room so his opinion is moot anyways he is always coming up with cons against getting a guinea pig some of which are they will make your whole room smell of their cages even when cleaned everyday, they have oily fur and many others but these are the main ones i am concerned about, are these true? i have also read that if there cages are larger they wont smell as much i am planning to make a C&C cage so it will be pretty large so will it make my room smell horrible?

2007-10-20 14:47:18 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rodents