Dogs - February 2007

We have a 3 year old staffie and she would love a playmate. Any suggestions on what type of canine?

2007-02-24 04:00:46 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I feed based on the 1/3 ratio of cooked fresh meat and cartilage, veggies and starches.

I feed whole grains i.e. brown rice, teff and tubers like potato (with skin) and carrots. They are cooked prior to eating usually by steaming.

He eats fresh and cooked veggies and fruits with a handful of nuts.

He chews on beef bones and gets liver or other cooked meats for treats. He also takes a canine multi-vit and glucosamine supplement.

I know he is meeting his caloric requirements which can be hard because they change based on his work load. He is trim without fat, well muscled, bright eyes and shiny coat.

He used to drink 3- 5 bowls of water a day eating dry kibble and now he is only drinking 1- 1.5 bowls. Is this a normal decrease in water needs based on water already in the food?

2007-02-24 04:00:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

do they chase them because they not the same

2007-02-24 03:57:32 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

He went to the vet yesterday to get groomed and his shots. Now he won't play with me. He just sleeps and don't chase me around like he used to. Is he mad at me? He didn't even wake me up at 6:30 for his breakfast like usual.

2007-02-24 03:53:24 · 18 answers · asked by Girl Upstairs 2

Two of my dogs love them, but one HATES them. She cries and whines the whole time and then sulks and won't come near me for the rest of the evening afterwards. She's such a drama queen! My other dogs, all I have to do is open the bathroom door and call to them and they run in and jump into the tub. How about your dogs, love'em or hate'em?

2007-02-24 03:46:15 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

pet tabs are these multivitamins that the vet prescribed but my dog hates the taste of them. ill sneak it into his food and he'll throw them on the floor.

whats a good way to get him to eat them. i think its the taste he hates

2007-02-24 03:39:05 · 12 answers · asked by alex 2

What kind have you tried and which one seems to work best?
I personally like Advantage.

2007-02-24 03:37:51 · 8 answers · asked by ♥ Jasmine ♥ 4

what are peoples favorite dog breed and why?What's your least?

2007-02-24 03:37:44 · 14 answers · asked by d я э э α ☆ 2

I'm a dog groomer, and am just curious how people at home groom their own dogs. Do you have your own set up area? Or dog you sit on the floor to do it? Enjoy doing it or dread it?
How much did you spend on your equipment?
Was it hard to learn how, I just want to hear about your experiences.

2007-02-24 03:33:11 · 9 answers · asked by ♥ Jasmine ♥ 4

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2007-02-24 03:21:13 · 12 answers · asked by Jessica♥sRRidgebacks 3

It isn't that she just eats her own either. We pick up the poop from our three dogs as soon as they do it, but she has now started to eat it from one of the dogs as it comes out.
I know, gross!!!!!!!!!!!!! Embarising as well. I mean when other people see it they kind of look at us like.... good job on the upbringing of your dog. I can asure you.... We didn't teach her to eat poop fresh from the tap!

2007-02-24 03:20:59 · 9 answers · asked by dgr0919 3

We went on holiday and left our Jack Russell terrier in reputable kennels. Since we returned last week, he has not barked. Sometimes only something like a hoarse cough. He does not appear to be ill, has no fever, eats normal and as much energy as ever. Has he got laryngitis? It is 6 days now that we are back, and still no sound. I do not want to take him to a vet, as I am afraid he might laugh at me.

2007-02-24 03:19:54 · 14 answers · asked by Anro 2

2007-02-24 03:17:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

our vet told me that my dog should eat cat food because she is prone to ear infections. i was told by another vet awhile ago that eating cat food is dangerous for a dog because it has too much protein and can ruin a dogs kidneys. who is right? what should I do?

2007-02-24 03:12:57 · 13 answers · asked by CAROL F 1

I just wanted to know which you guys think are better for school? It is sort of a survey. Thanks.

2007-02-24 03:10:48 · 7 answers · asked by cOoKiEmOnsTeR 2

2007-02-24 03:09:26 · 8 answers · asked by goldfish33 1

2007-02-24 03:03:58 · 20 answers · asked by Rachel T 1

I was thinking about getting a basset hound but I'm not sure if they are good dogs.

2007-02-24 03:03:50 · 2 answers · asked by cOoKiEmOnsTeR 2

Our first dog, Sophie, is a 10 month old Maltese. She is an easy going dog. We love her very much and wanted to buy another puppy to keep her company. Last week we bought Riley. He is a 3 month old Maltese. Unlike Sophie, he is very active.
The problem we are having is that Riley is constantly annoying Sophie by barking at her while she is relaxing, stealing her toys and treats, and trying to bite her all over including her throat. I think he's trying to establish dominance but we feel bad because Sophie is used to having everything to herself. If he pushes it too far, Sophie will fight back but you can tell she'd rather not. When she fights, she can easily pin him down but he just won’t submit to her.
Since we have brought him home, Sophie has actually seemed less happy. The whole reason we got him was for her and now it appears that has backfired. Will he mellow out soon? Is there anything we should be doing?

2007-02-24 03:03:31 · 7 answers · asked by Nicholas G 2

If my dog is in a pet carrier and muzzled (to prevent barking) is he allowed to go into the stores with me? he is just an itty bitty chihuahua. Isnt this why they have those cute little carriers?

2007-02-24 02:55:24 · 14 answers · asked by ina c 2

my dog is a four year old male cane corso
yesterday on our walk as he was marking all his favorite spots I noticed his urine was red
he doesn't seem to any different,still eating & drinking
it has been very cold & we've had lots of snow
the dog lives in the house

2007-02-24 02:42:59 · 11 answers · asked by hickleburger 1

a brussels griffon if so i need some help ony if u have this kind of dog

2007-02-24 02:35:20 · 4 answers · asked by michelle_perez_2007 2

My dog goes luney on me when we get in the car to go anywhere! I have to take her to the groomers 20 miles away and she pants and shakes the whole way and its scary!

2007-02-24 02:32:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-24 02:32:09 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

please tell me how?

2007-02-24 02:27:33 · 9 answers · asked by Jacob928 1

She does not do it all the time but when she does she will go outside and eat some grass and then she will puke it up. She reminds me of a cow. Whats up with that?

2007-02-24 02:26:09 · 13 answers · asked by lovely 2

I adopted a 10mth old australian shepard & catahoula mix...he is great with kids and is adjusting to our 2 cats but he eats the cats poop out of the litter box! What do I do to stop this?

2007-02-24 02:24:24 · 6 answers · asked by threeqtpizs 2

I have even seem them draw blood. Should she stop them from playing like this or is it just part of their nature?

2007-02-24 02:13:15 · 13 answers · asked by sabby 1

Can these be used on puppies as well?

2007-02-24 02:09:09 · 9 answers · asked by sabby 1

my dog does not eat dog food anymore. he hates it. we try to trick him and mix it in with other good but he picks out the pieces of dog food.

so instead my mom gives him a lil of wat ever she makes for dinner.and he likes that. recntly we've been making him eggs and he was loving it. but since this week he hasnt eaten the egg, he only eats it wen hes rlly hungry.

and for some reason he'll only wat cheese.. does anyone know what i can give him or any tips to get him to eat..thanks o and hes 9 months, and a pug.

2007-02-24 02:08:24 · 7 answers · asked by alex 2