Dogs - October 2007

how old are they and when do they grow and start dying?

2007-10-02 08:47:16 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-02 08:37:36 · 8 answers · asked by Ethan 5

I have a chihuahua, I've had her for about 2 months. She was very playful with me. She would always be hyper. But lately, she has been feeling sick or something. She doesn't want to eat. She's all skinny now. She's weak. Doesn't want to do anything. What's wrong with her? What should i do? PLEASE HELP!

2007-10-02 08:37:30 · 10 answers · asked by lildan2003 3

2 week old puppy got messy poop over the back of his sister. Should I clean her off with a damp washcloth or leave it to the mama to clean? So far she hasn't cleaned it eventhough she usually licks up any poop the puppies make. Sorry for the nasty nature of this question but I do need advice.

2007-10-02 08:37:15 · 21 answers · asked by quiksilver_113 1

I know its so they cannot have pups anymore as well as to curb aggression, etc... but my question is how is it done? do they chop the testicles off? or seal some pipe? Thanks in advance

2007-10-02 08:29:51 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

My dog barks excessively, pees and poops everywhere, and will not come when she is called?

2007-10-02 08:26:28 · 15 answers · asked by mistyblueberrys 1

He won't eat, go to the bathroom, he has a hard time holding himself up and when he does he walks sideways. He is also hiding and panting really heavy. I don't know whats wrong could it have been a stroke?

2007-10-02 08:13:22 · 15 answers · asked by carmen z 2

OK... don't know if that made sense. But I know that a lot of responsible breeders say things like "I've rescued more dogs than I've bred" or "If you breed dogs you should also be helping with the pet overpopulation problem."

So I'm considering getting a dog. This would be a show dog who would be bred (after titles and genetic testing). I'm at the very early stages of even considering this, but I want to make sure I know precisely what I'd be getting in to.

This is a personal question. I know that nobody can say for someone else what is "enough" in terms of "giving back" to dogs when you've produced a litter of puppies.

But I do agree that if you produce a litter of puppies you should be responsible for those pups for their life and also do something for homeless dogs.

So, for you, what do you think is appropriate to give back to dogs when you breed?

2007-10-02 08:00:48 · 15 answers · asked by Cleoppa 5

what factors did you use in determining what dog or breed was right for you and your family.
for example:
did you choose that littl yorkie poo because your friends had one.
That lab because he was good for your family.
that poodle because he was the last purebred at the shelter.
that mutt because he was super cute.
Did yuo put thought into what dog you wanted and where you got it from?
Just curious


my answer:
my husband I I wanted a small, calm dog.
We searched several shelters and rescues before we drove 3 hours to pick up skipper.

2007-10-02 07:51:17 · 38 answers · asked by nodesignerdogs4me 4

plzplzplz give me an answer ./is there a med? what should i do

2007-10-02 07:48:43 · 7 answers · asked by grouchy 2

It is only when he has been in his crate and I let him out to go outside. I have to pick him up to bring him down the stairs, because he is still too little to walk down them and he tinkles little drops everywhere. He is a shepherd and terrier mix. How can I stop this...Please!

2007-10-02 07:46:04 · 6 answers · asked by Linny 2

2007-10-02 07:43:48 · 6 answers · asked by fluffy pink pineapple 4

I took him to the vet and all he said was to try to feed him different foods to find one that he likes better, but he still doesn't want to eat.

2007-10-02 07:28:42 · 9 answers · asked by mouimoui 1

Im getting a yorkie or a maltese in December.. and im not too sure what to name him/her... please leave any names, boy or girl... and which youd prefer i got lol im not too sure on which to buy. please leave all comments.

2007-10-02 07:19:55 · 33 answers · asked by Laura E 1

The term "neuter" seems to be used exclusively for male dogs in these days. Did "castration" sound too harsh????
IMHO, "neutering" procedure applies to both male/female dogs.
Bitches get "spayed", poor guys "castrated" ,,,,,, can I be correct?

2007-10-02 07:14:02 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

u guys that do need to get a grip. there great dogs. apparently u never seen a NICE one. cuz when u look at them all u think hat there mean. labs bite more than them. just cuz u DONT LIKE THEM. dotn TALK ABOUT THEM. im not a fan for little dogsi like big dogs and i dont talk about them.

its just like talking about people weather it be cuz ur racist, hate them, or think that there ugly.... u talk abou them and say what u think that they r b4 u met them.

LEARN....

2007-10-02 07:09:16 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

In response to a pit bull question (and someone answer) :

"They grow up to kill children in their households. What makes you think they can't grow up to kill the other dogs.
Will he? I don't know. It would be much more rare for him to hurt them rather than not hurt them. Statistics are on your side."

If trained properly they DO NOT act aggressive.
Sure if you teach them to fight they will, if you leave them chained up outside they will be more aggressive.

What do you think about the pit bull is going to kill my child thing?

(really people if you can't train a dog you dont need one. and next time you think you see a apbt walking down the road and the first thing that comes to mind is "that dog should be shot before it kills my child" do the pit bull test!)

http://www.pitbullsontheweb.com/petbull/findpit.html

2007-10-02 06:54:58 · 23 answers · asked by nodesignerdogs4me 4

After struggling with my puppies failing health over the last 7 months, I have finally come to the realization that he may be happier if he were at peace. He can hardly walk and I can tell he is uncomfortable and unhappy. I have never had to make a decision like this and have no idea what to expect...cost wise, and what do they do with him after? Can anyone shed some light on this sad situation for me? Am I even doing the right thing?

2007-10-02 06:54:51 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you know what to do in an emergency with your pet? I got a call today from a man that had bought a pup from me over 4 years ago. His boy (GSD) bloated on Saturday evening late. He recognized a problem right away and got him to his regular vet at 11:30 pm. That vet made the correct diagnosis on this dog right away, took x-rays and pulled blood, and sent him off to Purdue University Small Animal Clinic for emergency surgery. There was an intern working that night and disagreed with the first vets diagnosis of bloat. She messed around for 2 hours before she finally told the people that the dog would need emergency surgery and that a surgeon would be called in right away to do it. This intern thought it was a hemangiosarcoma that ruptured. 2 1/2 hours after that, a surgeon opened this boy up. He died on the table! Classic bloat symtoms, his belly looked like he swallowed a basketball, legarthic, drueling and wretching. Purdue made a big mistake on this one. They never should of

2007-10-02 06:52:31 · 12 answers · asked by bear 2 zealand © 6

Hi ,, i really want a rottweiler because i think there soo cute nd gawjous , my dad doesnt mind but my mum thinks it will be aggressive with us and my 6 year old brother but i told her if i train her properly she wont be agressive or anything and i reely want one how can i persuade her please help x

2007-10-02 06:46:28 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I got a 3 mth old Cavalier. I got her coz I heard Cavs are great for 1st time owners and with children. I have nephews and nieces who visit a lot. She don't fit the breed standard. She's possessive, aggressive, keeps biting me, drawing blood, won't let go of summit, eg my t shirt I was wearing. can't play with her coz she gets really aggressive with her toys then moves onto biting other things including me. Walkies makes her aggressive too. I work from home and my work has suffered because I spend most of my time stopping her from eating something she shouldn't, being on the furniture, cleaning up her mess. I'm too scared to take my eyes off her when kids are with her. I wake up with a positive attitude thinking I'm going to train her but by night I am crying coz I can't take anymore. I've tried my best to train her following experts advice. I feel like I'm doing summit wrong but I'm doing all the experts say. I feel a failure. I'm sad coz I can give her a good life but I also want rid

2007-10-02 06:42:27 · 19 answers · asked by Dahlia 1

I don't want these names...Roxie, Sophie, Maddie, or Abbie (all previous/current dog names)

2007-10-02 06:40:57 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

I already have a 2 year old Chocolate Lab and I am wanting to obtain a Yellow Lab for a pet/breeding. I don't want to become a kennel. I just would like to have a few sets of puppies out of these two. I have been told there is a lot involved with this. Does anyone know of any good websites that would provide me with the information I need??

2007-10-02 06:39:43 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I answered a question yesterday on why dogs howl with a memory of my daft Basset who had a bout of howling down drain pipes. Any one out there with fond memories to share about this lovable breed?

2007-10-02 06:23:29 · 3 answers · asked by Lindum 2

care about if other peoples dogs are fixed or not???? i dont think that if u sit there and tell them to get there dog fixed that they will! some do. but most of u people who r out there dont have ur dogs fixed. so..... yea i now it has to do with the population but y DO U care so much. theres way more people out there then there is the ones SITTING ON THE COMPUTER, telling people what to do.

all the pets in my house are a chow chow(fixed female), my pit bull(not fixed, male), a lhasa apsa(fixed male), a shih tzu(fixed female), 2 black cats(both females and r fixed) and i just got a kitten yesterday who is 8 weeks and 2 days old. so shes not fixed. and i have fish.

not trying to be rude or anythign just wondering Y?

2007-10-02 06:17:36 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

My neighbor killed my dog but won't admit to it. I know that bitchh did it. Just because he was loud. I am sooooo sad right now. Please help

2007-10-02 06:00:03 · 10 answers · asked by Betty J 1

My Saint Bernard just died and I looking for a new one. PLEASE HELP!!!

2007-10-02 05:48:06 · 8 answers · asked by Kari R 1

Ok guys I have just (half hr ago) stabbed myself with a syringe containing the vaccination Vanguard CPV-L and Vanguard DA2Pi Yeah Yeah when you all finished falling off your chairs laughling it was of course an accident I was giving my dog her yearly booster. Is it ok or should i seek medical advise

2007-10-02 05:41:09 · 59 answers · asked by Anonymous

and how much does it cost generally to take care of a dog?

2007-10-02 05:40:47 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

so.. my mom and my sister found a stray dog walking around the streets. they noticed it was kinda limping and didnt want to leave it out in the streets so they brought it home. anyways.. the dog is a girl and she has a big belly! its not huge but its big. maybe she's just fat.. i dont know. but if she is pregnant id like to know. she keeps moaning every once in a while.. i thought i was because of her paw.. then my sister brought up the whole pregnancy thing. so i was just wondering. when she lays down she doesnt stay in one position.. she switches sides and she loves for us to pet her belly... so i dont know! is she pregnant? or is she just whining cuz of her paw.. anyone? yes we will be taking her to the vet soon.. but id just like to know if anyone here might know.

2007-10-02 05:37:00 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous