Dogs - July 2007

2007-07-08 13:04:36 · 19 answers · asked by averi w 1

approximatly how far along is she!?

2007-07-08 13:00:21 · 10 answers · asked by atally 2

He has a cronic skin infection. I was told it could be allergies.So I changed his food, got flea treatment,shampoos, lotions, animal dermatology visits, holistic treatments. He now is on an anti-fungal, steriod and antibiotic meds. He does good for a while ...then he flares up again. Not to mention he kinda smells (like corn chips), and his skin gets really dark and he soon starts to lose his hair. Oh yeah ...AND his skin oozes......and no one can tell me what's going on with my baby. Not even his vet. They just keep giving me meds to give him. But they only work for about 2-3 months then we are back at the same thing all over again. And I know that over a period of time the steriod is going to do damage. So can someone please give me some advice. Maybe you've gone through something similar. Any home remedies? I'll try anything to give Sammy some relief. Only heart felt answers please. Thank you.

2007-07-08 12:57:35 · 8 answers · asked by louloutee 3

My dog eats grass.The kind u use to whistle.It's not just a "ooo this looks good i think i'll try it" kind of eating its like"LET ME OUTSIDE I NEED THAT GRASS!!!" Is it bad for him at all or is it beneficial?

2007-07-08 12:49:28 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 2 yr old Chihuahua Hollyday is a very small dog, according to the vet, 1.5 lbs would be about right for her tiny frame.

She recently got checked for heart worms, several blood tests and an x-ray. Her blood returned an early detected blood parasite (from a tick in her ear from my former room mates dog, even though she gets a flee drop every month). The parasite tested level 1.5 out of 6 about 3 weeks ago. She's been on antibiotics since. X-ray shows a slightly enlarged heart, but the doc said not to worry about that? She did have a light seizure once, a few months ago.

Her appetite and behaviour has been very normal and consistent (energetic, cuddly and her temperament is not affected whatsoever). She's always been healthy, even her respiratory system is strong.

However, she started losing a lot of weight 2 weeks before antibiotics and was a measly 1lbs. Since then she's gone down to 0.8lbs!

The vet doesn't know what else to test for and if she loses more weight she'll die :_(

2007-07-08 12:49:23 · 11 answers · asked by Hollyday 3

My 2 yr old Chihuahua Hollyday is a very small dog, according to the vet, 1.5 lbs would be about right for her tiny frame.

She recently got checked for heart worms, several blood tests and an x-ray. Her blood returned an early detected blood parasite (from a tick in her ear from my former room mates dog, even though she gets a flee drop every month). The parasite tested level 1.5 out of 6 about 3 weeks ago. She's been on antibiotics since. X-ray shows a slightly enlarged heart, but the doc said not to worry about that? She did have a light seizure once, a few months ago.

Her appetite and behaviour has been very normal and consistent (energetic, cuddly and her temperament is not affected whatsoever). She's always been healthy, even her respiratory system is strong.

However, she started losing a lot of weight 2 weeks before antibiotics and was a measly 1lbs. Since then she's gone down to 0.8lbs!

The vet doesn't know what else to test for and if she loses more weight she'll die :_(

2007-07-08 12:47:28 · 34 answers · asked by Hollyday 3

I have a 5 month old King Charles Cavalier Spaniel. He is registered and I would like to breed him someday so do not want to get him fixed. How do I stop the dog from humping things and people other than neutering him?

2007-07-08 12:41:55 · 12 answers · asked by I love your rude answers 2

my dog has a small cut on the inner leg near the private section. i need to know if there is anything i can do before i call the vet and spend buckos.

2007-07-08 12:39:36 · 8 answers · asked by sinfulprey 3

I have heard that neutering too early effects the development of some characteristics such as a fuller masculine looking face.

2007-07-08 12:30:59 · 14 answers · asked by kicker0927 1

She is a dashound.I just adopted her,2 weeks ago. I'v always had male dogs.

2007-07-08 12:30:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have heard this is not a recommended breeding cross unless each pedigree had 4 generations of correct colors? (something like that) Anyways, I have seen a litter that was bred this way and had eleven pups...all black and 2 harliquens. There was no miscolorings and all pups are healthy and beautiful.

2007-07-08 12:28:33 · 4 answers · asked by kicker0927 1

My dog will be 6 months old on August 11th... he has already started to hump things, and I don't know when I'm supposed to get him neutered... I've heard people say that if you get them neutered too early then they will have behavioral problems (or maybe that's if it's too late) and if you get them neutered too late they will have problems also... Any advice please?? I would greatly appreciate it!! :)

2007-07-08 12:26:27 · 21 answers · asked by Irish_Girl860509 3

2007-07-08 12:18:11 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-08 12:11:50 · 15 answers · asked by retta156 2

For about 5 years, I have had two dogs living in my backyard. One was considerably older, and has recently passed away. Needless to say, she wasn't very active in her later years, living to be 18. Now that she's gone, I'm wondering if my remaining dog, who is 6, will be OK as the only dog. Has anyone had experience with this?

2007-07-08 12:11:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-08 12:02:29 · 15 answers · asked by Shirley J 1

I just adopted a Mini Dachshund from a shelter. the shelter named her sadie. I dont really like that name very much. I know he hasnt had it for long but i want to keep it AROUND the same sounding so she doesnt get confused. I know dogs go by the last sylabols is that correct? So something like Katy, Amy, ect with the E sounding at the end. She is quite tiny and cute as a button.

2007-07-08 11:59:36 · 17 answers · asked by scion_xb_girly 3

i have a two year old cockapoo and he attacks me when i punish him. he is a dominant male that is fixed. he has a potty training problem, ive worked with him since he was eight weeks old and he is still not housebroken. he is crate trained. i correct him by either smacking him on the butt or yelling at him(verbal commands, bad dog ect.) i havent let him get away with much without a punishment. he attacks any dog in sight and doesnt like little children. his attacking has gotten soo bad that i took him back to the breeder for advice. she told me when he attacks me i should grab him by the scruff and put him on his back until he calms down. ive tried this but after he calms down and i let go he attacks me again. he can be a nice dog sometimes. ive taken him to the vet and there are no health causes. please help!!!

2007-07-08 11:35:20 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Will taking away the blanket take away the smell of the puppies and affect her?

2007-07-08 11:34:25 · 10 answers · asked by Jose S 1

my nan has a new dog only a few months old, shes a cross between a scottie and a cain terrior. well shes soo hyper, but in a nasty way she grabs shoes laces on people and pulls them when you try stop her she has this horrible growl, but the worst of her problems is her biting you dont even have to go near her, she gets up on things and jumps in the air to get to you face.

2007-07-08 11:29:51 · 8 answers · asked by Nic Vicious 2

she has pink swollen nipples and her stomach is getting rounder?

2007-07-08 11:15:31 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was just outside playing with my puppy, all of a sudden he went to use the restroom. I was monitoring closely since I am trying to house train him and at the end of his pee, it turned red. I am assuming blood. It was not alot, but noticeable. He is eating well, drinking water, we went for a run today, and were playing outside. He is alert and seems fine besides that. First, can anyone confirm if it was blood? Second, I have an appointment with a vet tomorrow, does it seem serious enough to go get it looked at today? Thanks.

2007-07-08 11:14:24 · 18 answers · asked by Rene M 2

I heard about the BARF (bones and raw food) diet a while back, and initially thought it was a good idea - what could be better than feeding simple things that a wolf would find in the wild?

BUT I now have doubts, and I think this is actually quite a dangerous thing to believe in (although I'd be happy if someone could explain it to me differently, as I like the idea of this diet). I think it's perfect for cats, first of all, because cats are pure carnivores. They don't need any of the rubbish they put in cat food. But for dogs...

Dogs are omnivores like us. They need carbohydrate. Feed a human on nothing but meat and we'll live for, what, 20 years if that (and be very unhealthy). There's a reason why dog food is not the same as cat food. Feed a dog on cat food and it will become ill because there isn't enough carbohydrate.

I suggest that maybe modifications need to be made. I intend to feed my future dog on the BARF diet, but supplemented with carbohydrate.

2007-07-08 11:11:18 · 9 answers · asked by Buzz 3

I have a boston terrier and a papillon and I think this is how they show affection. The boston is almost 2 and the papillon is 6mths old. It's really annoying because they don't stop. When you go to pet them they lick you constantly. They won't just chill out.

2007-07-08 10:57:11 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

my mom and i would like to adopt a yorkie, but we cant find one anywhere. we live in northern virginia. if you're selling any please email me.
or if you know any places

2007-07-08 10:52:58 · 13 answers · asked by LEAH 3

ok i caught my aunts dog chewing on 3 batteries. thye were warm and black stuff was coming out of them. i dont really know what to do and what will happen. please help!

2007-07-08 10:46:01 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a two year old cockapoo(cockerspaniel + poodle) and he is a dominant male that is fixed. he has a potty training problem and every time i try to correct him when he goes in the house, he attacks me. he is crate trained. he also attacks any other dogs in sight and cant get along with my cat. he also cant stand little kids that like to play. there are a lot of little kids in my neighborhood and i dont want him to attack any more dogs or any little kids and have myself sewed. please help me!!!!

2007-07-08 10:37:28 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does anyone hear their dog sucking in air/coughing at the same time? I was told it was a backwards sneeze but not sure.

2007-07-08 10:37:18 · 7 answers · asked by Texas Gal 2

hi , going to see about getting my cavalier king charles neutered next week , he has got a beautiful shiny coat now but have been told his coat wont be as lovely if i get him done , what will this do to ollys nature now will it make him quieter now , he is a good dog now will he be an angel then ,lol ,i want him done of course but have been told he will put on weight , he did hump one teddy but told him off and he doesnt do that anymore , i know they say to neuter every dog but if the dog you have will never be out without its owner and he doesnt have the urge to hump your leg , why neuter ??

2007-07-08 10:22:33 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

We are registering our 9 month old American Pitbull Terrier. He is black and his call name is Phantom. His dads name was Sphinx. Any suggestions for a name that has one or both of these?

2007-07-08 10:20:26 · 17 answers · asked by Destiny 3