Dogs - September 2007

My aunt's golden retriever had babies,and so far she's named them Sydney and Paris. shes giving me one of the golden pups,and she wants me to name the pup a city/place too. I keep thinking London or Milan but i kinda want a different name,a unique one. it has to be easy to pronounce tho,and not too long cuz then it'll be hard to call the dog.

2007-09-21 21:19:10 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-21 21:12:00 · 11 answers · asked by Heather B 1

Some people say that the original diet of the wild dog was raw meat. But, domesticated dogs have evolved since then, and maybe they aren't quite capable of eating like that anymore.

Then again, sled dogs still eat raw meat and bones.
Is the difference between quality natural kibble and the BARF diet really that great?

I am looking to adopt a puppy in the near future and wonder if I should go for feeding raw or sticking to kibble?

Healthwise - are they equal?

Is the BARF diet more burdensome? Portioning, freshness, boarding diet, if he/she get sick and has to stay at the vets?

I would think that giving a dog raw chicken wings is just asking for splintering. Are beef bones more suitable?


There's a wealth of information on the net that are for the BARF and some who are very against BARF.

Anyone have personal experience?

Anyone tried BARF and switched back or had an adverse reaction? Anyone have great results on BARF?

What do you think?

2007-09-21 21:01:49 · 8 answers · asked by ? 3

She isn't spayed and is about a year old. She is a rat terrier, and she is in heat. We had her on her run leash outside (since I don't want blood all over my house and she tears off the diapers) in our fenced-in back yard when we went to the pool. We came home to find her literally "stuck" to a male dog. He got his penis stuck inside her and tried to run away when he saw us, taking her backwards with him. Sounds horrible, but it was a funny sight. He appeared to be a pit bull or maybe a pit bull mix but I don't know how old he was. He wouldn't let us get close enough to find tags and call his owners to get his details and make sure they know they WILL be paying for some of the vet bill since he wasn't properly contained. So, since I know she had sex, how do I know if she's pregnant and what do I do? She dripped some discharge on the steps- I assume semen. I don't even know if the male was old enough to get her pregnant or if she can carry his pups. What if the pups are too big?

2007-09-21 19:34:12 · 12 answers · asked by Amanda M 1

My dog has peed on his rope that he chews on, how would i clean it? Could I put it in the dishwasher or washer?

2007-09-21 19:16:45 · 13 answers · asked by piggylover_850 4

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2007-09-21 18:16:48 · 18 answers · asked by Laura D 3

2007-09-21 18:09:10 · 14 answers · asked by smASHley 1

We have a 100 lb lab. He's so cute and full of personality. Here's the problem... Even though he went to 2 months of training (we call it boot camp) he refuses to obey. He loves to tip toe around the house and open closed doors on his own, take food off the stove /counter that i'm in the middle of preparing, drag us on our walks - get the picture? We tried very hard to enforce everything they said he learned but we found out later they used a shock collar (never occured to us to ask and they never mentioned it or he wouldn't have gone to that school) so... since we won't use one on him he gets away w/ murder- or would if he could figure out how. Commands,treats, choke chains etc... nothing seems to work. He is taller than i am when he stands on back feet and almost weighs as much too. I am tired of him calling the shots and would like my own bed back. He's now telling me to get off the computer because it's time for him to take me for a walk!! Will getting him neutered help? what else?

2007-09-21 17:57:10 · 5 answers · asked by sea7witch 1

What type of pet do you have?
What's your pet's name?
Why did you decide on that name?
Say something special about your pet (something that makes you laugh, smile, or just wierd things they do)


Mines:
Dog: Grey Nose PittBull
Name: FatBoy aka F-Bezzi
Because when I got him (2days old) he was so FAT that when you picked him up ... let's just say he was REALLY fat, lol☺

2007-09-21 17:56:44 · 16 answers · asked by ♥100%BayLady♥ 2

IMO, Ear cropping or tail docking is kind of like the Abortion issue. It's a personal decision that carries risks and which I'd rather see a doctor do instead of a backyard butcher I have an APBT and her ears are not cropped. I love her ears just the way they came naturally, but at the same time, I still can't view a Boxer or a Doberman as a victim of mutilation because their ears are cropped, any more than I can view a poodle as being treated cruelly for having it's tail docked in the first few days of life by a qualified person. If this were made illegal, do you think it would encourage back yard butchers? I shudder to think of the resulting botched jobs and true cruelty that would occur if it was outlawed in America. So I am NOT for it personally, but FOR it being done by a professional vs. backyard butcher.

2007-09-21 17:56:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

My puppy has seperation anxiety. We would just let him get used to being alone in the kennel or even a room BUT living in an apartment, we don't want to get complaints about the yelping and howling. It sounds as if someone is beating him :-(. Here are the details:
- He is a "I wanna please you" puppy, who can already sit, down, drop-it, shake, and working on roll-over in a very short amount of time.
- When we kennel him, leave him alone in a room, or leave him in the apartment alone, he yowls
- when we are home he follows us everywhere... even to the washroom (he has designated himself a spot in there while we do our business
- When I go in the tub and let him in the bathroom so I don't have to worry about him bugging neighbors he will try to, and usually succeed at jumping in the tub. Needless to say, that isn't a relaxing bath
- we have tried leaving the TV on, leaving stuff with our scent in the kennel, leaving for short periods of time and for long periods.
Any tips?

2007-09-21 17:44:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

he is only almost 4, and i was wondering if this was a sign of old age, please help!! i love him so much :(

2007-09-21 17:43:35 · 5 answers · asked by betty b 3

My dog is a rescue jack russell terrier. Up to date on doctors visits and vaccines and not quite 1 year old yet.
She's well behaved and lovely in every way except when ever you go to show her any affection or attention, she bites. I have to quickly put a chew toy in her mouth or she'll just bite me.
I tried everything, I tried bitter apple spray, a spray bottle with water, rattling can, I tried to hold her down until she stopped biting and kicking but she will NOT stop until I just stand upand walk away and even then sometimes she follows me part way to bite my legs as I go.
But I know she loves me because she always stays by me as long as I don't pet her. Also she isn't biting in a mean way, it all seems like play biting (even though she always breaks open my skin).
Please help me what can I do Usually I can't put the leash on without her biting. Something always seems to have to be in her mouth on her walks too she needs to bite the leash. I walk her 2-3 hrs a daytotal.

2007-09-21 17:31:50 · 12 answers · asked by natalie l 3

I have a large dog that is super friendly to adults and had never been around children. At a recent family gathering a little boy approcahed him (I had him on a leash) to pet him and I ignorantly assumed he would be fine. Before the boy could touch him the dog started growling and snarling at him and yanking on his leash. My dog didn't hurt him because he couldn't reach him and by the way he was acting I am assuming he would have hurt the child if he could have gotten to him. My husband then later took our dog over by a group of children playing to watch them so he could get used to them (without being too close as to put the kids at risk of course) and he wouldn't stop growling and snarling at the kids. Is there a way to get my dog to accept children without putting any children at risk or is it impossible if he hates them? The dog is almost three years old and has never exhibited this type of behavior to adults and we don't have kids but would like to within the next few years

2007-09-21 17:29:31 · 6 answers · asked by brakes_pegs_lucky 3

ok guys - let's have some fun. Tonight I have seen the standard goldendoodle. But someone just mentioned a jackadoodle. So let's have it. Mix any ONE (and only one) breed of your choice to give me your new and improved ________ doodle.

No thumbs downing - they aren't real - but let's see what new "breeds" we can come up with - and be creative on your doodly name!

For example - (I get this one) - I want to mix a cocker spaniel to get a cockadoodle. Cockadoodle doooo everyone!

Next!

2007-09-21 17:20:34 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

well i have 1 yorkie and i am getting another one soon..and i want them to have kids i have to wait until they are 6months correct? and yes after i am going to get them fixed... thanx

2007-09-21 17:17:08 · 7 answers · asked by yaasmeen s 1

how do i convince my parents 2 let me get my own puppy????

2007-09-21 17:13:11 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

looking for spacifics on tipical temperments and charecteristics

2007-09-21 17:11:40 · 8 answers · asked by peter h 1

He is not that overweight hejust has under belly flab. His sides I can feel his ribs but he has no tuck.

What can I do to make him lose weight?

Serious answers please. I have tried weight management food it don't work.

Are there any games I can play that will help?
He loves to play fetch but my other dog will go after the ball and won't let him play.

2007-09-21 17:10:55 · 17 answers · asked by Koter Boters misses Rufus! 6

He doesn't go anywhere else. Not on the floor and not outside. What do I do?

2007-09-21 17:06:20 · 11 answers · asked by laramsfan1966 2

When certain words are said or certain noises are made dogs turn their heads to the side as if they're confused. Why?

2007-09-21 16:46:32 · 10 answers · asked by John L 2

which dog should i get to make my golden retriver happy?
a.charles soaniel
b.cocker spaniel
c.dachund
d.domerman

2007-09-21 16:40:58 · 7 answers · asked by Crazy About Fred Weasley 1

The number 1 thing I hear about is that people who breed them are irresponsible and stupid and are in it only for money that is true in some cases but not all cases because there are also a lot of responsible breeders to. The number 2 thing is that why would you buy a mutt thing when you can just adopt one but that goes for purebreds to there are also tons of them in shelters too but nobody complains about that. So what are people always complaining about?

2007-09-21 16:33:52 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-21 16:26:46 · 16 answers · asked by ervin a 1

She is a 4 year old chow chow. She has black discharge, extreme itching, a bad odor, blood, won't allow anybody to touch it, she always shaking her head, the flies and knats eat at her ear as well, and she pulls away if you try to touch or examine it. Like she's in some pain. I need to figure out what it is. Can some one help me?

2007-09-21 15:55:15 · 12 answers · asked by yugiismyname18 1

Hes a lovely platinum cream retriever,ppl/kids are amazed +he loves the attention.
Problem is that when i take him for a short walk,if he sees a person/dog,he HAS to meet them...Hes very sweet/friendly but its a bit too much !!
Hes like a celebrity!!(i love him to bits BTW)

2007-09-21 15:52:32 · 8 answers · asked by dylanevans1 1

I just cut my dogs nail to short and he's bleeding badly. I've tried putting soap on the end but it's not working. He's a huge Chesapeake if that matters.
What do I do?
thanks

2007-09-21 15:33:41 · 18 answers · asked by Krn 4

2007-09-21 15:29:21 · 11 answers · asked by Donna K 1

I have 3 six month old Chihuahuas, that are all going to new homes next week. The reason they haven't been given to the new owners yet, is because each of their owners have recently bought new houses, and have been getting settled in, so we've been holding the babies until now. I just want to make the separation from us to their new home, the least stressful for the babies and the mom. Any suggestions on how to do that, would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to know, if you can give me an idea, as to how long it usually takes for puppies this age to adjust and if I should give them something like a blanket or toys, to take with them. Thanks in advance!

2007-09-21 15:23:59 · 14 answers · asked by Chihuahua Addict Adores Scooby 7

so many people say chihuahua are from mexico yeah they are from there but the were originated in egypt they were brought to mexico from settalers so there not a mexican dog they are egypt dog. so who aggrees!

2007-09-21 15:19:42 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous