Dogs - February 2007

2007-02-06 05:51:48 · 21 answers · asked by Bird 1

Another question on dog food. I am looking for a good food for my st bernard and border collie. I also would like to be able to find a cat food of the same brand...so I can buy them at the same stores! I really don't want food with corn in it because animals, of all shapes and sizes don't digest food, and because of the dangers of molds/toxins in corn (aflatoxins, etc) it's just not worth the risk. Also, I really don't want glutens, as they are highly allergenic, and our border collie has enough skin problems as it is. So my question is, is it really that big of a deal if there is corn in the food or not, or am I just making something out of nothing? Also give you me your takes on dog/cat foods, what you use, and what is affordable? I bought a bag of merricks when we first got our st bernard, it was all we could get her to eat...but it is $50 for 30 pounds...OUTRAGEOUS...buy my dog seems to be a health nut!

2007-02-06 05:50:05 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

We have a small dog run on our side yard (dirt). Are there any products that we can spread on the dirt to eliminte the smell?

2007-02-06 05:38:19 · 12 answers · asked by KQ 2

I would appreciate some recommendations for durable car (sedan) back seat covers for a Lab. She does not chew but my so-so quality car seat cover has shown some major wear and tear. Thus, I need something that is heavy-duty, washable and does not trap hair. Hopefully, it won't break my bank either. I really need nothing fancy but practical. Thanks!

2007-02-06 05:26:26 · 6 answers · asked by Inuinuluver 1

If its because there crazy then my dogs are pretty crazy too!

2007-02-06 05:16:54 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-06 05:14:23 · 19 answers · asked by Amanda W 1

2007-02-06 04:56:46 · 17 answers · asked by martinhopps@btinternet.com 1

Those of you familiar with what was going on with Sabbath the white pit that was wrongly accused of attacking a woman and her husky. My husband and I along with a few of our supporters went to the animal hearing to dispute the case and the entire hearing we were not heared they told us the only thing that mattered was what the victim and cop said. One woman on the panel listening to our case had an inch thick file in front of her and told us " I don't read this stuff, I go by what is said here today." They stuck to their decision to declare him "dangerous", so my husband and I have done the hardest thing we have ever had to do, on Jan. 16 we took him and had him euthanized. The vet we went to was wonderful and gave us as much time with him before and after, we had him cremated and are waiting for enough $$ to pick up his ashes, soon i hope! With all this said, I wanted to say Thank You to everyone who replied, you have touched my families hearts in this time of tragedy.

2007-02-06 04:53:20 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have had her since October, and she is a little over a year. She has never chewed on the couch until recently. I take her to Doggie Daycare during the week. On the weekend when I left her for a few hours she chewed on my couch. I have another dog so he keeps her company. Why all of a sudden is she doing this? They have a dog door to go in and out of when I'm gone and I leave her toys. We were planning on getting a new couch but I don't know if I should wait now. She has been sick with mites, and someone told me she might just be frustrated with her itching so she takes it out on your couch. Is this true?

2007-02-06 04:48:06 · 12 answers · asked by Sparkles 4

He tried to go this morning and now some of it is hanging out of his anus. He won't push for the rest of it to come out. I don't know what to do. How can I get rid of his constipation?

2007-02-06 04:46:12 · 1 answers · asked by norcam343 2

I know what breed it is, its a quiz for all you out there who know there stuff on dog breeds. These are champion dogs in the pictures. First to get all correct (or one that is closest) wins
#1 Breed
#2 Origin
#3 Coat Pattern on both full bodied pics
#4 What are the 2 Disqualification coat colors.

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http://s159.photobucket.com/albums/t124/texelgirl/?action=view¤t=Mishacam2.jpg
http://s159.photobucket.com/albums/t124/texelgirl/?action=view¤t=bigdog.jpg

Please remember i can not pick a best answer for 4 or more hours after posting but be assured i am keeping my eye on the answers.
PS the dogs are not mine but of some very beautiful specimens of the breed.

2007-02-06 04:38:59 · 12 answers · asked by I luv Pets 7

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2007-02-06 04:32:54 · 10 answers · asked by cquintanilla07 1

I adopted a dog about six months ago. She is a very sweet, well-trained dog. I take care of her very well, but I don't find myself liking her very much. I grew up with dogs and always liked them, although I considered myself more of a cat person (I have a couple of cats and I can't get enough of them). At first, I was very excited about her. But, now I just find myself routinly caring for her, but not really wanting her around. She is a very needy dog and requires a lot of attention. She has also chewed up some things, as I know dogs will. But I found myself more angry then was reasonable, although please don't think I laid a hand on her. I feel like I have a responsiblity to her, and everyone else who knows her, loves her. Are there ways that you can bond with an animal, or should I just find her a new home? Rationally, I know she is a great dog, but I just can't seem to love her. She is very attached to me, but I can't share that sentiment, though I would like to. Help!

2007-02-06 04:29:03 · 12 answers · asked by Happy_Bappy 1

He sleep under 3 layers of heavy blankets all night.

2007-02-06 04:28:05 · 20 answers · asked by Michele 2

I just got a pupy and he is 9 weeks old. He chews on everything, including me! Is there anything to make him not chew on everything? I heard of a spray, but does that work? Please HELP!!

2007-02-06 04:22:17 · 6 answers · asked by CB 2

2007-02-06 04:17:57 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

i live in a apartment and i really want a dog but i also don't want a dog that would not be happy in a small area. Or should i wait till i buy a house?

2007-02-06 04:14:09 · 19 answers · asked by whitney J 1

2007-02-06 04:09:05 · 10 answers · asked by jennifer p 2

Can anybody help me find a dalmation web site that isnt american? I am looking to buy a dalmation (female) and there doesnt seem to be many websites advertising them here in the UK. There are plenty advertising 101 dalmations etc, but not the real thing. Thankyou paula.

2007-02-06 03:51:32 · 4 answers · asked by paula25catt 2

I have a 2 year old male (neutered) purebred boxer, who is in good health, and is top notch in obiedence. He has never once challenged my position in the house and has never been aggressive with a single person or child. A few months ago we got a new puppy and every time we scolded him my boxer would jump in a violently attack him. We have stopped him from doing that now. The problem is, yesterday, my husband and I were joking around and wrestling, and suddenly my boxer was in my face, hackles sticking up, teeth showing, the aggressive growling and kept trying to bite my face, while my husband had me pinned in a head lock and halfway under the couch. He barreled his head inbetween my husband to get to my face and today I have a massive black eye from him head butting me. I have lost confidence in this dog, and I don't know what to do? I'm so mad at him, because its after the fact, I can't discipline him for it. I would like some advice to prevent this from happening again. thnx

2007-02-06 03:47:19 · 19 answers · asked by Krazee about my pets! 4

Can anyone tell me anything about great danes (who actually owns one) like temperment, Do they shed alot? Watch dogs? Good with Kids? Eat a whole lot? Good with other pets? Protective? Playful?

2007-02-06 03:37:55 · 13 answers · asked by ? 1

Ok so my mom has a dog who is sick, she is about 8 years old, we dont belive it is parvo. She is going out to bathroom and no runny poo. She wont eat and she drunk just a little bit of water. Please help Baby is my dad's life.

2007-02-06 03:37:07 · 12 answers · asked by Trisha 1

Can I get a dog 6 months old or older who has finished her shots without problems? Are there certain breeds less likely to get parvo?

2007-02-06 03:35:31 · 9 answers · asked by mom of 2 1

2007-02-06 03:27:33 · 25 answers · asked by rebecca t 1

if a dog happens to eat pork and if THAT is what can cause colitis. does that mean it only comes because he ate the pork, or once he gets colitis will he always have it? what are the reasons a dog can get colitis to begin with? thank u for any answers.

2007-02-06 03:27:05 · 3 answers · asked by doglove1984 1

i work at a dog ranch doing kennel work / watching about 15 different dogs and taking them out into the yards for playtime. my pomeranian dog at home has smelled my clothes/jackets and puts his ears back as he sniffs curiously. i have no other dogs, just him. well on saturday he started throwing up, then sunday was followed by diarreah and bloody liver like stools. i know stress colitis is one thing my vet is considering, she asked if we brought a new dog into the home or if he could be stressed by anything and we said no. then i thought about how he sniffed me after my work at the dog ranch. does anyone know if something as simple as that can cause stress colitis or any kind of colitis in a dog, if he is the only dog in the household. we got him from a lady who had another dog in the family , but for the last year he's been the only dog. my boyfriend fed him a tiny piece of chinese sweet and sour pork without the fried part just the pork,so i thought thats what caused it. any know?

2007-02-06 03:21:20 · 4 answers · asked by doglove1984 1

2007-02-06 03:20:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

i usually leave my puppis in the kennel til i get home from work. when i leave to work i put a bowl of food in there wit them ( just in case they get hungry) but when i get home they poop in thea. wat can i do to prevent this from happening. i dont know if i should feed them early( i work at 7 so that means i gotta feed them at 430) walked them ( @ 5 something) and not leave any food in thea ( i would feel bad if they got nothing to eat) if i do one of them would cover it and the other will prob knock it over....sigh wat can i do??????

2007-02-06 03:13:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want my 4 mo. puppy to start barking when people knock, or even when someone is approaching the door. He has happened on this a couple times, but no consistency yet.

2007-02-06 03:04:31 · 15 answers · asked by queenlewie 1

We have had her since she was a baby. She Barks at every lil sound. If someone puts a dish down in the kitchen etc... She also is afraid of EVERYTHING Balloons scare her to death. She will not walk on a leash she asks scared of that too. She is also very jealous when we give attention to the other pets. Of course we pamper her as well she is never left out- Help she makes us nuts! But we love her.

2007-02-06 03:04:00 · 12 answers · asked by angelscordi 2