Dogs - July 2007

While the blood test is not necessary, the vet recommends the test to see if the puppy will be ok while under. They said that I can sign a waiver if I do not get the blood test, but that they are not responsible if he dies during operation.
My problem is that the blood test is $65 and I cannot afford that at this time. I adopted the puppy from the pound, and they informed me that I have to have it done on this date or they will take him from me. I have already spent over $300 on him over the past 6 weeks since I got him, and cannto afford the $65 right now.
My question is, is the blood test really necessary for the procedure? What are the chances of him dying during the neutering?
I have asked if they will allow payment plans, 30 now, 35 in 2 weeks, but they won't allow it.
I love my little GunnerLee and I surely don't want him to die, so if anyone knows how important the blood work is to be put under during operation, please let me know. Thanks

2007-07-10 05:43:25 · 20 answers · asked by nicoleh 1

Sadie, my pride and joy is a 12 weeks old german shepherd/lab mix. She is the smartest dog I have ever had in my life. And it doesn't take long for her to learn. Two or three times showing her and saying the command and she knows how to do it and remembers.

In the few weeks we have had her she already knows how to sit, stay, shake a paw (and the other one), come and we are working on teaching her to roll over.

The problem is I have never had a dog that has mastered all those commands and I am having such a wondersul time teaching her I want to keep going.

What are some other commands/tricks that i can teach my new puppy??

2007-07-10 05:27:29 · 14 answers · asked by ME! 2

Im thinking about it, Does it shed a lot?
Is it loyal?

2007-07-10 05:22:05 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

I live in britain and i neeed to get my dogs injections (he's a puppy great dane i should be picking up on thursday) is there anywhere i can get them cheaper than the vets like the rspca, i hear they can help you out if your pet gets poorly and you cant afford a vet, is this right?

2007-07-10 05:20:09 · 21 answers · asked by dark-knight 2

Hi My Goldie went to bed fine last night got up today and is limping on her front paw she does not like me to touch it so it must be sore (mind you she is a real baby) she does not want to go out for a walk so have had to leave it today, do you think I should be worried leave it till the morning and see how she is, as I cant think what she has done I am a real worrier I know but its a mystery what do you think!

2007-07-10 05:12:00 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I cut my dogs nails and I quicked one of them, does flour or baking soda work to clot the blood?

2007-07-10 04:09:52 · 17 answers · asked by fourpawsandtailrescue 1

I want a dog but i'm 18 live with my fiance whos in iraq we have no kids yet but plan on having some. i dont have a job i stay at home i'm taken' online classes once he gets home he will be working and i'll have a part time job. I got on a walk every night around our town its only 3 miles the whole town. what kind of dog is right for us?

2007-07-10 04:05:11 · 20 answers · asked by Brit M 2

Come with ALL their vacinations and spayed/neutered?

It really depends on your local shelter- my dog came with NOTHING done. But his neuter was paid for from the adoption fee. Even with that paid I still spent $130 on shots, tests, and preventatives at the vet.

I'm not complaining- i just keep reading 'adopt and it'll have all it's shots, be fixed etc'. Maybe if you have a great shelter- but in a rural area- probably not.

2007-07-10 03:58:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

but i cant put them anywhere else because i have a small flat and no storage space. also if i put a mussle on him... he manages to chew it off somehow ?:S?

2007-07-10 03:53:07 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-10 03:18:08 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want a dog that is not too big, but not too small either. It must not shed a lot, and must not be one of those shaggy-haired dogs. I also dont want it to be practically bald. No huge flapping ears. No huge globs of drool. Must be energetic, always keeping me busy. Must be cool with children, but I also want it to stay mostly attached to me. Oh, and must not cost me a fortune. Any suggestions? Please?! It doesn't have to be an exact match, but something close enough!

2007-07-10 03:07:11 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to get a dog, but don't have lot of room. The research I've done says these dogs do okay in apartments. I have a small courtyard I can put them in and I take regular walks at a nearby lake. I don't want a dog that sheds a lot, and one that would be friendly with people and other animals. Does anyone have one of these dogs? What do you like/dislike about them?

2007-07-10 03:06:36 · 8 answers · asked by Saranade 2

we got a new puppy so he could play with our 1 year old maltese... at first they both were so excited and playing all day... i feel that my maltese is gettting very jelous... he dont want to share his toys and i understand that, he also dont like the little puppy to lay with him in his car bed. So i let the maltese to lay on his bed and i made a little bed for our little one until we buy his new bed. i dont know what to do should we give him back... i dont want them both to be unhappy... the little one is a lhasa apso he's 3 months old and nutered... what should i do... the store lets you return him before 5 days... but.. i dont want to he's too cute. do you think this is going to go away and they will get along just fine? helppppppp

2007-07-10 02:55:08 · 7 answers · asked by ButtErFlY 3

He is a Blue Heeler mix puppy. He is mainly white but his face has 2 black patches(they look like a mask) that go around each eye and continue around the ears. He has alot of underlying black spots. We would like a name that would go with the black patches (mask) on his face. Thanks!

2007-07-10 02:20:25 · 22 answers · asked by MIRACLE GIRL 2

I've heard that in regards tp people but never dogs....Let me know if you have any information....and if it is true how much do you give them?

2007-07-10 02:14:24 · 10 answers · asked by teezy 2

My mom usually makes me chain my cur up at night. But last night i diddent just to see what she would do and when i woke up she was standing in front of the door so is it ok to leave a dog without a chain or cage for a night


ps she had a home finder so in case she was lost i could findout were she was

2007-07-10 01:16:21 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am not in this situation, but I have seen this question on here way too often. I am simply asking this question to get good ideas on what someone should do if they are in situation. Hopefully the answers will help someone. Thanks!!

2007-07-10 00:51:27 · 24 answers · asked by ® 7

I saw a flee in our house so we bought a sray and flee shampoo first we washed all the rugs then srayed that flee killer everywhere and washed all the bedding and clothes and the dog and put a flee collar on her are the flee's died now

2007-07-09 23:41:37 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-09 23:14:13 · 8 answers · asked by Ed S 2

I do try and dilute it with water each time she has a wee but not always possible. Have used jeyes fluid but need something that is also kind to plants.

2007-07-09 22:39:31 · 21 answers · asked by daisymay16 2

My pet Yorkie is 5 pounds.
But my friend was telling me that the cutest dogs were only 1-2 pounds.
But wouldn't a 1 pound full-size dog be unhealthy?

My yorkie is really 4 pounds and 8 ounces, but it rounds out to 5 pounds.

Do you think 5 pounds is too big?

2007-07-09 22:03:44 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

me and my mom are interested in getting a shi tzu puppy. preferably mixed with a yorkshire terrier or mini poodle. from what ive read online, it doesnt seem like it could be left alone while my moms at work and im at school. the puppy would be in a pen that is big enough for him/her to walk around a bit and we would obviously make sure it had enough food and water. would this be doable or not, be honest.

2007-07-09 21:57:08 · 15 answers · asked by corina smiley 2

Once my husband and I have a house I eventually want to have 3 dogs. Not right away but after 3-7 years (I don't think I could handle housebreaking 3 pups at one time. We walk tons, so the dogs would get exercise, and the homes here are small with medium sized backyards but plenty of parks. (probably a couple bigger dogs and one small/medium sized dog)

My husband on the other hand thinks one is enough, maybe two, but any more would be irresponsible.

What are your opinions?

2007-07-09 21:50:17 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you know what mixture of what takes away the smell?

2007-07-09 20:49:30 · 10 answers · asked by Wowman4life 1

Whenever we go for walks we sometimes see other dogs. My dog pulls me and trys to get the other dog. I'm pretty sure he doesn't want to play. So i've started picking him up off the ground and i hold onto his muzzel, while doing this i walk away with him. It works great but i'm worried that what i'm doing is wrong. I don't want to be a bad owner, can anyone help?

2007-07-09 20:09:42 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

my dog is 8 1/2 years old and looks still healthy to me but someone told me that they dont live more than 9 years and if they do their eyes fall out???????

2007-07-09 20:08:45 · 12 answers · asked by phoenix 1

My terrier-pitbull mix has recently picked up the hobby of chewing on any items throughout my home within her reaching distance. So far she hasnt chewed on furniture or anything of value, but I worry about her choking or eating something that could harm her. Any Suggestions?

2007-07-09 20:01:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

he's very stubborn when on a leash

2007-07-09 19:59:24 · 7 answers · asked by dexcopeland 1

2007-07-09 19:43:51 · 17 answers · asked by kealakehe7 2

i was just wondering because my dog likes them.

2007-07-09 19:38:00 · 10 answers · asked by katie 2