Pets - 1 November 2007

i need do tknow about differnt types of dogs and i really need to know about them right now

2007-11-01 07:49:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-11-01 07:46:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

I get that most of the time cat don't "need" baths as they are fastidious self groomers, but the number of people who say it's always bad or mean to do it I just don't get? Sure you should not
do it often, say only every 6w max, to protect their skin and oils,
but most people WILL need to bath a cat at some point. So if you most like will need to bathe it at some point when they roll in something icky, what's wrong with letting them get used to it early while they are kittens? Putting an adult cat in a tub for the first time will be much harder then if you got them started young. It may not be "utterly necessary", but some people posting seem to think it is totally unhealthy or dangerous, and a few seem to think it is borderline abusive? I get if you just don't want to bother with the fuss for your inside short haired cat, especially if they are grown, but do most people here think it is really a "Bad Idea Always" with the exception of flea, medical issues, or grubbyness?

2007-11-01 07:38:29 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

My boyfriend just put an Oscar (no idea what kind) into my tank with three goldfish, the goldfish are a small amount bigger than the Oscar. Is the Oscar going to eat my fish??

2007-11-01 07:36:34 · 12 answers · asked by Scelestus Unus 5 in Fish

He uses the pads most of the time. Then he will use different parts of the house. So I add a pad there, but he finds another place. I never yell at him for it, so he doesn't try to hide while he's doing it. But I can never catch him in the act and don't know what to do if I did.

2007-11-01 07:35:34 · 6 answers · asked by nyc 1 in Dogs

I have two dogs that are 1 and 2 years old. They are with me in the house most of time. I work at home so they are used to my routine. Every other week, my stepkids are here. The dogs enjoy them, but they do things they NEVER do when the kids are not here. They chew up things, pee on the rugs even after being outside or going for walks, and try to get out of the yard. They only do these things when the kids are here. The kids play with them and treat them well, so I don't understand this behavior. Help!

2007-11-01 07:34:53 · 30 answers · asked by socalgal 2 in Dogs

My husband and I are moving from Michigan to Montana after Christmas. We have a 50 gallon fish tank full of fish. We aren't going to take the tank with us (we're going to give it to my brother's family) so how do we move the fish?

I obviously don't want them to die in the process. How do I go about moving the fish and getting the tank set up?

We don't have a smaller tank either, just the big one.

2007-11-01 07:18:42 · 8 answers · asked by Due March 9th, 2010 5 in Fish

2007-11-01 07:08:08 · 15 answers · asked by lynnwall2002 1 in Cats

Do you think your pet would blackmail you because of the things they know? Would this change the way you feel about your pet? Would you keep your pet?
Imagine Spot coming up to you and saying "Hey cheif, get off your lazy butt and let me outside, need to take a wicked number 2 and I don't have opposable thumbs to open the door, and if you don't, I'll tell Trina about your OTHER woman, kapeesh?"

2007-11-01 06:30:33 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

They aren't broken...

And when a woman gets her tubes tied, or a man gets a vasectomy, most people don't call it getting fixed! (Some do...including my tubes-tied mom...haha.)

Why is it called that?

2007-11-01 06:25:26 · 6 answers · asked by Esma 6 in Other - Pets

I've tried everything. I tied their little feet together with string, but they couldn't walk or swim well and it seemed to make the problem worse, rather than keep them in a row.

2007-11-01 06:25:04 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

I got my dog about three months ago from a shelter and had him potty trained in one week! HE was so good, i even left him out in the house when i went to work and he never pottied or tore into anything once! Now all of the sudden he is using the bathroom everywhere!!!! He goes while I am at work, and even when i am in the house with him. he's not sick, i have him on the same potty schedule that I have for the past three months, and im not gone any more than usual. Not only id he going potty in the house, but when i get home he has chewed something or gotten into something almost every day! What is going on and how do i fix it! I am moving into a new house in 2 months thats is carpeted, unlike my current hardwood flooors. I CAN NOT have him going potty all over my new house! HELP!

2007-11-01 06:11:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Although what horses are fed plays a major role on their health, how they are fed is also important. Because humans don't want to eat off the ground, we assume our horses don't either and hay is often placed in hay racks or mangers at chest level to the horse. The additional feed is often placed in a bucket hung at head level, and again the horse cannot eat as nature intended. Built to chew and swallow with their heads at ground level, not only does this unnatural way cause improperly chewed food, decrease in saliva, and uneven tooth wear, but also increases the possibility of choke or partial obstruction. Respiratory problems can also occur as foreign particles of dust, hay and grain hull pieces can easily be inhaled causing irritation and possible infection. If you are concerned about sand colic, you can use rubber mats or even tire feeders at ground level. Following the same example of ground level feeding, watering also follows nature's rules. Horses don't just sip their water; if given the chance will often submerge their whole muzzle to play or to clean out their nostrils. The bowl-like automatic waterers do not allow this activity and don't allow you to monitor water intake. Rather than using tall narrow tanks, low shallow troughs allow the horse to be closer to the ground as nature intended. Allowing the tank to periodically run over ensures that the hooves receive an occasional moisturizing bath.

2007-11-01 06:04:20 · 16 answers · asked by Paint Pony 5 in Horses

i have a 7 week pregnant b1tch and after ringing the vet this morning they told me i could use frontline......when i went to pick it up later this evening a different vet told me i cant use it till she has been lactating for 2 weeks,they didnt offer any more advice apart from to say de flea the cat!can anyone advise me as to what i can/cant use and how best to keep her free from fleas. thanks

2007-11-01 06:03:18 · 10 answers · asked by kaz e 1 in Dogs

My dog keeps eating my rabbits!!!! (I'm not joking) ... what the hell do i do to stop her!!!!! and yes I have tried keeping them seperate and yes the rabbits are kept in secure pens but she's quite a strong dog and just scares them to death if she can't get them ... help!!!!

2007-11-01 06:01:37 · 15 answers · asked by Taz 2 in Dogs

I am looking for a family dog and was curious if any of you dog experts might have a suggestion. We have two kids ages 6,7. We have a fenced yard and are considering getting a dog. We need one that is good with children, trainable, and doesn't shed or drool too much - it would help if it could be taught to play fetch - the kids would love that. Not particular as to pure bred or not - am happy to search the pound and rescue one, but have nowhere to start as to what breed or breed-combination would best suit our needs. Any insight is appreciated - thanks!

2007-11-01 06:00:54 · 16 answers · asked by mariposa 1 in Dogs

I incurred a wound due to my dog's bite (on my point finger). It bled but i cleansed it with running water immediately. Then had wound medication. After a day the wound area feels numb and seems sore. But on the 2nd day, the sore lessened but the numbness is still there. Other than this wound area numbness, i feel perfectly well.

Does this mean i have to visit my local doctor ASAP? How many anti-rabies shots do i have to undergo?

2007-11-01 05:52:20 · 24 answers · asked by ladyoutdoor73 2 in Dogs

When we bought the lab 1 1/2 months ago, we went through a highly reputated vet and the best in town(Jammu, India). He told us there are no problems keeping a pet, he told us these things-:

Will puppy train in 2days with this method- eed him on papers and dont let him go out of it till he relieves both the things.

Didnt tell us any single word about speration anxiety.
We researched a lot about dogs, gaurd dogs.We chosed Gsd, went in his office and he convinced us that labs are better than gsd's and guaard dogs.
Now he's ignoring us.

I love my Labrador but on these promises dad bought the pet, but the amount of problems he's creating... i have researched many techniques and trials to ease everything(peeing pooh in the house freely, running and biting after everyone). we play with him but cant all the day. Started crate training, cries in there.

I really love my pet, dont wanna give it back(papa's left it on me). I dont wanna give it away...
Kindly help, may change lives.

2007-11-01 05:52:13 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

The father is AKC, but the mother is not. (which probably doesn't mean anything because the puppies aren't eligible for AKC registry). Full grown they weighh around 15-20 lbs. They are all snowy white in color.

2007-11-01 05:42:02 · 7 answers · asked by Katie ~ *TTC Baby #1!* 3 in Dogs

2007-11-01 05:28:31 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Reptiles

Our 10 month old large breed dog was diagnosed yesterday with bilateral hip displasia. He needs both hips replaced which could cost between $6,000-7,000. He was adopted when he was 4 months old from an animal rescue center. We would appreciate any contacts or info on how to get his surgery cost donated. I think most families cannot afford this kind of cost, but there is no other option....he must have this surgery to have a humane life. All info is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

2007-11-01 05:28:17 · 10 answers · asked by coffeenow 2 in Dogs

I don't know why she doesn't like them
but she likes human food
is this normal?
is it okay if I feed her human food?
What foods should I not feed her?

2007-11-01 05:23:18 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I am dog sitting and the dog has a skin infection. I think he might be allergic to something. His back in the last 4 days has gotten worse. I had put Peroxide on it to help, but then left it alone thinking it would clear up. It has not. Its about 4"x4" on both side of his lower back/butt. The hair is gone and it looks like its eaten down a layer of skin.... Poor dog! Can I put anything on it to help. I have an appt for the Vet, but not until Saturday. I am waiting for the tech to call me back, any suggestions what it could be? or what to use on it. I know he probably needs antibiotic. Help

2007-11-01 05:19:22 · 9 answers · asked by CK 2 in Dogs

Hi I'm Kati!
Yesterday I got a 7 1/2 wk old puppy! His name is Scout. I love him already! OK well I thought I would begin letting him know what's what here from the start, so when he grabbed a napkin from off of the counter, I said, "no no!" and took it away. Of course, I replaced it w/ a chew toy. Then I threw the remains of the napkin, only to look back and find him chewing up more! So I repeated the "No!" And took them away, and gave him back his chew-toy. After I threw all the napkins, he had grabbed my shoe. I figured this meant he wanted to play, so I said, "No!" Sternly and gave him the toy taking away the shoe. Then I took him outside and started running around w/ him in my backyard. He liked that, but soon began to "do his own thing" again. He ran back to the door, and sat there barking. I let him inside again, but he just ran over and started to chew up a teddy-bear o' mine. I was so disgusted, I decided I'd have to put everything up. I put Scout ...

2007-11-01 04:53:50 · 21 answers · asked by Maddi K / momma! 1 in Dogs

My puppy spends equal amounts of time inside and out. We only see fleas every once in a while, and it actually hasn't become a problem yet. I just want to go ahead and end it before it does. I found some shampoo that seems to work, but what about in the house? She's still pretty much a baby and chews on everything, so what's safe enough to use inside? Also interested in home remedies... Thanks!

2007-11-01 04:48:32 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-11-01 04:47:29 · 4 answers · asked by edith c 1 in Dogs

he's about 34grams and moves a lot. he has a lot of baby down and you can see his wing feathers starting to grow. his eyes are fully open.

2007-11-01 04:35:57 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

Our youngest cat has a habit of taking us home presents, last time was a bat and the time before that a baby rabbit, both were unhurt and didnt heven have a mark on them. What is the most unusual 'present' your cat has taken home?

2007-11-01 04:25:52 · 17 answers · asked by Mas 7 in Cats

So she had her babies on easter, 3 little bitties, And then we noticed her voice was gone. When she meows it comes out sometimes as loud as a loud airy noise and it is now november. Im concerned about her. they only get like a table spoon each of wet food on top of a tiny bit of dry food. I dont think they eat enough, I free feed my cat, she doesnt abuse it. I just need some advice. thank you.

2007-11-01 04:07:10 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

yo i heard that if you put a cat or if a cat or kitten in near your face it is because it is taking my/your breath away.(stealuing parts of your soul). i thinks thats why they say that cat's have nine lives. i don't know, i have a kitten and i don't let it near my face anymore.

2007-11-01 03:45:23 · 14 answers · asked by xavier T 2 in Cats