Pets - 7 December 2007

so, my mom left the dogs in the house because it was raining. theyre potty trained, but they poop alot, now the house smells.

any suggestions?
for now, and for when they go back outside

2007-12-07 07:42:47 · 7 answers · asked by spongebob! 4 in Dogs

I have recently lost my Grandfather and Puppy Both from lukeemea( cancer of the blood ) and for chrismas, my parents are talking about getting another dog. It's my choice. So what should i do? P.S They both died on my birthday, July 16.

2007-12-07 07:39:08 · 18 answers · asked by Candy 1 in Dogs

I have 7 month puppy pit bull. Have a bit pulling during our walk. Illusion dog collar seem work well on T.V. Bit too expansive. I have tried Halt collar and other leash but failed. I want to find out the review of illusion collar for our pit bull.

2007-12-07 07:39:05 · 4 answers · asked by Song 1 in Dogs

I have two young male australian shepherds. We just moved to a new place in the mountains and the elk have started coming down into our canyon. I have been warned that the rangers will impound our dogs if they harrass the elk. I don't want to have to keep them penned up all day while we are gone to work. Any advice on how to teach them to stay away? I'm afraid their herding instinct will kick in and we'll have some really upset elk!

2007-12-07 07:31:49 · 8 answers · asked by Sarena M 2 in Dogs

Dog tags just went up in cost here. I was curious what you all pay for them for your dog.
We live in one county and I work in another. One charges three dollars for a tag the other varies, but it goes up to 100 after new years for an unaltered dog.

2007-12-07 07:30:47 · 9 answers · asked by mama woof 7 in Dogs

We just got an AKC Sheltie and her name is Gypsy. We need to come up with a registered name but don't know how. From looking at the pedigree it looks like random words. Is there an alogorithym to it or something?

2007-12-07 07:30:45 · 9 answers · asked by Jim C 5 in Dogs

My family and I have 2 6-pound, neutered male chihuahuas. We are considering getting a spayed, female, 2 pound yorkie from the petfinder classified sections. When we first got our 2nd chihuahua , the 2 dogs fought quite often in the first few days. I am wondering if it would be dangerous to introduce another dog into the family. I wouldn't want her to get hurt. Would being a female make her less of a territorial threat? Basically , I guess my question is "Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?" Thanks a bunch in advance.

2007-12-07 07:29:04 · 4 answers · asked by Fang Pu Ren 4 in Dogs

I know there are benifits of neutering dogs, I am just wondering if there any disadvantage of neutering them other than breeding.

2007-12-07 07:22:17 · 25 answers · asked by insubordinate_bytch 2 in Dogs

I have been post question on here before and we called vets they said they are too busy =[ and we called other many vets they all said the same thing, but one of place vet told me to go to the store to get Bufferin Regular strength for tough on pain, and gentler to your stomach they are 130 coated tablets - 325 mg each to give my pain dog, but someone told me it's not supposed to, i am getting confused, my dog is 13 years old is arthritis he cannot walk at all, i have to wait til call appointment on monday because they all are busy and i dont know what to do? i am trying bring my dog to the vet but they said they are too busy. is it really supposed give my dog with med Bufferin?

2007-12-07 07:16:55 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

In June 2007, my cat was diagnosed with secondary glaucoma. We have been treating it ever since. According to her ophthalmologist, we are doing everything we can with the medication--no other combinations of medicine are possible to treat the glaucoma, but, eventually, she will stop responding to the meds and the glaucoma will take whatever vision she has left. During all this, she developed a corneal ulcer (its like a cold sore on your eye), which we treat as the ophthalmologist prescribes, but the ulcer comes back every two weeks or so. Her regular vet is recommending removing the eye. I know the medications, pain, and vet trips are taking a toll on her, but if she still has vision, is it better to continue treating all of these so she can see with two eyes, or have the eye removed? She won't be in pain and constantly being medicated if the eye is gone, but I'm concerned how she will react with only having the one eye. Has anyone else had a pet in this situation? Thanks!

2007-12-07 07:15:04 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

the house.

2007-12-07 07:14:36 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

Why do dogs lick people? Do they do it to "kiss" us, or do we just taste good? Or is it another reason?

Just curious...

2007-12-07 07:12:30 · 7 answers · asked by Snowflake 2 in Dogs

I think its called "spaying". Anyway... about how much does it cost? She is still a baby but Im thinking for the future....

2007-12-07 07:09:39 · 18 answers · asked by Katie M 3 in Dogs

My puppy was recently spayed and now I notice that the amount of urine she excretes has increased...is this normal?

2007-12-07 07:06:33 · 3 answers · asked by newpetowner 1 in Dogs

Well I just got a new puppy and we took it to petsmart to find out what is its and how old. It is 6 weeks old. It has mange but it has dry skin n its belly and ears it wont stop scratching but it don't have one flea on him. we have had him for almost 1 weeks and gave him 2 bathes already. I feel so bad that he is crying what should I do I cant take him to the vet yet I have to wait till monday. what should I do?

2007-12-07 07:05:39 · 10 answers · asked by ? 4 in Dogs

She's small, healthy, no table scraps, WHYYY???

2007-12-07 06:54:17 · 32 answers · asked by Martha Deacon 1 in Dogs

2007-12-07 06:52:05 · 10 answers · asked by Marie B 1 in Dogs

I normally check up on my answers to see what others may have posted or maybe the asker has some other comments to help them with their dogs...Nothing wrong with this, but this sicked me and I want to share it with all I work with abused dogs all the time trying to give them a second, third, even four chance at a good life and people are doing this? Who is behind it? Paris Hiton? Britney Spears?

Allergy free my butt....I work with dogs like this as I said and I may have to take shots soon. This I am not complaining about I would not trade it for a desk job where I can sleep all day and get paid. The point is they CLAIM this allergy free dog, and that is BOGUS I have severe allergies to dogs, Own two and cats and I LOVE WHAT I DO SO MUCH IF I GOTTA take a shot daily great
Have a look at it and share your thoughts I mean would you really pay this price for what you can get at a shelter and save a life to boot?
The site sicken me, just tell me what you think?
http://www.freedomkennels.com.au/

2007-12-07 06:49:53 · 11 answers · asked by skydancer_2489 3 in Dogs

2007-12-07 06:49:19 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

I was just curious how many people would take in or adopt a puppy/dog/pet from a shelter that was sick- whether it be worms, kennel cough, or some other more serious illness. When i went to adopt my pup they had told me she had her shots and was in good health. When i went back two days later after she was suppose to get spayed they informed me they didn't do the operation cause she had worms and kennel cough. Well although it turned out to be A LOT more serious than that they basically said take the dog and get her medical attention or pick out another dog. Of course i wanted her- i bonded with her and still adopted her. Well three weeks later she was still sick and had cost me about $3000.00. So my question is would you still adopt/buy a dog if it is unhealthy- although you fell in love with it right away?

I mean if you don't get it help who will?

2007-12-07 06:48:15 · 43 answers · asked by Here and There 3 in Dogs

My neighbor's dog always comes over because I give her treats and my corgi/chihuaua humps her and she doesnt seem to even notice. He's also about 2 months old and he looks like a soft stuffed animal.

2007-12-07 06:37:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

My pug has really bad breath and she just got her teeth cleaned not to long ago.

2007-12-07 06:24:15 · 5 answers · asked by GUMMY-DINO 2 in Dogs

there are no fat content guidlines on dog food tins,

2007-12-07 06:24:13 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Alright, so this seems to be a hot topic for the evening. What are your views on the whole "alpha dog", "submissive dog" theory? (Yes, it is a theory. Anything in the dog, or even scientific, world is simply a theory).

Go nuts. I would love as much information as possible on what you think.

PLEASE refrain from using "thumbs down" ratings. I understand if someone gives a completely misinformed answer, but otherwise these are OPINIONS, not FACTS. Remember- dominance and submission is only a THEORY!

2007-12-07 06:21:33 · 13 answers · asked by Fur and Fiction 6 in Dogs

I just answered a question about buying puppies without seeing them first from breeders and trusting your breeder to match you up perfectly with the right puppy. Several others did as I did and actually have purchased puppies and waited on a waiting list for months (even years) to get the right puppy.

I waited nearly a year for my cocker and would have waited longer had the person ahead of me in line not backed out of the puppy deal. My breeder did a fabulous job choosing the right puppy for me and my family and I wouldn't have done it any other way.

I'm the first to admit I don't know EVERYTHING about dogs or puppies. I of course did a fair amount of research while I was waiting for my puppy, but I wouldn't have had any idea which puppy would have best suited my family (considering I have little kids) or what "Show" or "Pet" quality would mean as a puppy. My dog is pet quality, I have no interest in showing.

If I ever buy another purebred dog again, I will do it the same.

2007-12-07 06:20:40 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-12-07 06:20:11 · 6 answers · asked by Summer L 1 in Horses

I have a 15 month old APBT and my husband just decided he wants her ears cropped. I tried explaining we can't crop her ears cause she's to old. She had an apt with her vet for a check up this morning and I was told to ask the vet. The vet said not in his office. I told my husband our vet was against it. He also said her ears were perfect the way they lay. He wants to find another vet that will crop her ears. Our vet also said no reputable vet around here will crop over 12 weeks. How do I get him off this ear cropping thing?

2007-12-07 06:09:46 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

Where do they go?

2007-12-07 06:07:01 · 10 answers · asked by Jim C 5 in Other - Pets

Considering Iams history for recalls in pet foods, ( I know this may not make sense) but because of financial reasons and because Innova Evo was temporarily out of my reach, I switched to Iams for about a week and a half. Only one of my 8 mo old kittens likes Iams wet food and he started to have very loose stool for about 3 days. When I got ahold of Innova Evo I immediately switched his foods two days ago but this morning I found evidence of what could be vomit? He is still has a lot of energy and I have not seen any signs of worms, his coat has already become a lot softer and shinier, has very good appetite and drinks water. Doesn't seem to have lost weight, is not acting depressed, could it be because I switched his foods suddenly and what can I do

2007-12-07 05:49:22 · 15 answers · asked by Quentpoy 3 in Cats

For years I have seen, people preach that you should have homes lined up for your puppies before you breed, definitely before they are ready to go home. I'm curious as to how many people are actually willing to buy a pup that they haven't seen, or who's personality isn't really developed yet as they are still too small to really judge who they are going to be?

I know I wouldn't, but time and I again, I see people on here asking for advice, and countless peeps tell them, they should have already had homes lined up for them.

2007-12-07 05:44:12 · 20 answers · asked by Ista 7 in Dogs