Dogs - October 2007

teacup or regular...names...boy or gurl.....help!?!?!?!?!? i know i want a chihuahua, but i dont know if i want a boy or gurl, teacup or regular. i like this name smooches, but if ya'll have any other ideas, help greatly apprecitated!!!i think i want a gurl.......

2007-10-23 10:16:47 · 15 answers · asked by tink7155 2

Since it will be getting dark in the evenings much sooner in a few weeks I was wondering how many of you walk your dog at night? If so, do you have street lights? I live in a pretty safe neighborhood, but we don't have street lights so it can be pretty dark. She needs to be walked and I walk her in the morning now before it gets completely light.

2007-10-23 10:08:37 · 55 answers · asked by luv_ofmusic 2

im trying to train my puppy to come to me when i call him,but if he is not on the leash,he ignores me and misbehaves! Any ideas?I hate to keep him on the leash,but i dont have a fenced in yard.,,,

2007-10-23 09:58:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-23 09:53:43 · 8 answers · asked by Michael T 1

We have a Maltese and we decided to grow our dog's hair. We didn't know that it would cause matting if you don't brush their hair on a daily basis.

2007-10-23 09:47:17 · 20 answers · asked by plpno 1

like 2 days ago my dogs eyes are getting really watery and a little red why is this????

Is it the pink eye like on humans????

I dont live around any factorys.......

I live in southern california is it because the change of the season?

2007-10-23 09:42:59 · 4 answers · asked by Chivas1313 1

can anyone tell me why? he willnot leave me alone he just sits there and stares at me and wags his tail. i dont get it.

hes a brindel pitbull about 2 years old

2007-10-23 09:09:08 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My dog gave birth one week ago. The pups are all doing great and the mother is being fed dry puppy chow at all times and white rice with boiled chicken 4 times a day. I have noticed she isnt drinking much water. I have been offering milk ..about a quarter cup at a time a few times a day. How can I get her to drink more water ?

2007-10-23 09:01:40 · 6 answers · asked by Christy D 2

I have a shetland sheepdog and his is 5. I also have two cats. My dog (Frisco) keeps on eating the cat food so he is pooping in the house EVERYWHERE. We put him in the cage when we leave and at night because of that. I let him out ONE night and he did it again. I don't know how to get hime to stop eating. I'm not always going to be there to scold him. Do you have any creative ideas to what to do with the cat food? (I leave it out all day) If you don't have a creative idea thats fine. Pease help.

2007-10-23 09:00:08 · 14 answers · asked by Psshh... 3

If you know abbout any training tips or anything else plzz reply to this!!

2007-10-23 09:00:08 · 4 answers · asked by Nicole 1

Two days ago my dog refused food - I noticed that her tongue looked pale in color but she was acting fine. Her gums, eyes, and temp all seemed fine as well. Yesterday morning she refused food again and I came home to 4 piles of diarrhea on the floor. Today she finally ate and drank water normally again but the tongue is still pale. Does this signify anything in particular?

2007-10-23 08:50:10 · 6 answers · asked by sd3@yahoo.com 1

applying for office manager at vets office.
Need help incorporating "love for animals" into my "skills."
Extensive knowledge in all Microsoft software, basic knowledge in Phone Slips software, Quickbooks and Accounts Payable/ Accounts Receivable software. Highly organized and dedicated individual with positive attitude. Able to handle multiple assignments under pressure and consistently meet deadlines. Have excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Thrive on working in a challenging environment.

(that's what I have so far for experience/skills)
Do I need to include experience with animals?

I have fostered for a rescue...

2007-10-23 08:15:36 · 13 answers · asked by nodesignerdogs4me 4

What's good about em
What's bad about them
How do you rate them as guard dogs?

Thanks

2007-10-23 08:08:58 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I used Advantage on him last Sunday, and he still scratches as of this morning. I cant really tell if it's as much as he used to. I cant see the fleas, but then again, I only saw 4 when I blow dried him last week. (Meaning I really never could see the fleas too much int he first place. He never had flea dirt on him or anything)

2007-10-23 08:02:12 · 5 answers · asked by chocolate_krys2000 4

I am a Weim lover and rescuer. I would love to hear stories about your Gray Ghost - funny things they do, where you got your Weim, etc.

2007-10-23 07:59:10 · 6 answers · asked by Mom to 4 Weims 3

Hey guys,
I have a 2.5 year old black Lab, who will not stop scratching!
He’s on monthly prescription-strength flea treatments because he had a flea problem in the past, however we have not been able to find a single flea on him. He stays outdoors (by choice) and rarely goes into any buildings, and sleeps under our carport (covered, enclosed by two walls, concrete floors).

I'm beginning to think it is partly dry skin, but he also has gnats flying around him often. But it seems like all other animals (and humans) have gnats flying around at this time of the year.

Should I try a medicated shampoo, something with a moisturizer?

He doesn't seem to have any visible signs of where he has been scratching, like scabbing or anything.

I can't stand seeing him so frustrated! We're still paying for past vet bills, and also have our OWN medical bills to pay for, so seeing a vet again, unless there is an emergency, isn't really ideal.

Any ideas? Thanks!

2007-10-23 07:54:06 · 13 answers · asked by Bryce 2

my dog has dull, lifeless, fur and she smells! about a day or two after giving her a shower she starts smelling and has a sort of film on her fur! what can i do about it, she gets showered quite regulary and we trim her, so i don't understand it! thanks

2007-10-23 07:35:59 · 13 answers · asked by Charlotte 1

We would like to buy a puppy and we felt in love with a chinesse sharpei. But both my spouse and I work full time and can only take care of him morning & afternoon. we can occasionally take him to the office during the day. Is the sharpei a high-maintenance dog? Do they need full day attention? Also, there will be any problem if down the line we have kids? so far I know they get along with kids just fine, but not sure if the same applies if the dog is an adult when the children come

2007-10-23 07:35:32 · 5 answers · asked by abc 1

I have a 9 mth old black female lab. She weighs between 65-70 lbs is she to fat? Her back is about 26 inches from the floor to give u an ideal on her heigth, and I would guess about 30 inches in long.

I have had friends with large breed dogs who have had hip problems due to weight issues and I dont this to happen to my girl

2007-10-23 07:33:03 · 14 answers · asked by mis_astro 4

2007-10-23 07:30:48 · 6 answers · asked by burbu 1

I sent an e-mail to my dog's prospective future trainer, inquiring about his methods. My dog had recently graduated from a class that taught positive reinforcement and clicker training, and in response to my question, he responded: I don't teach clicker-training in class, but try to draw from lots of different methods to figure out the most effective approach for each person/dog. I do use treat rewards, but try to wean off those a quickly as possible so that the dogs understand they need to respond even if treats aren't available. I use other rewards (attention, play, etc.) as much as possible and gentle correction when needed.

Does this mean he does not use positive reinforcement? My dog (when hit or punished) will react badly. I'm not sure what to think of this response.

Thanks!

2007-10-23 07:28:22 · 16 answers · asked by Misty_00 1

Well me and my family are moving at 2 months.The house is big and me and my sister want a dog!My mom and dad said "OK but you are going to take care of it!!".OK so now we are going to buy a dog!!
But there is a problem...
My father wants to have a guard dog and me and my sister want a Golder Retriever,but golden is not guard!!
My father didn't know that so he said yes but one day we went at the vet for info.He learned everything !!He said when he heard "NO GOLDEN R".Now we are at the beginning of deciding the bread!!!I am so tired of waiting again!!I wanted a dog in the age 5 and i am 13!!!!!!
Can anyone tell me what to do ??What to decide???
Any advise???

2007-10-23 07:16:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am about to buy a shih tzu puppy. This is my first time buying a puppy and would like to know what i should ask for in the way of paperwork. I want the dog to be purebred and have all the shots/worming etc. I have heard some people say AKC or other registered but is that enough to show the dog is purebred or do i need some other paper work to show he is. I may want to start breeding them down the road and don't want to run into complications with not having proof they are indeed purebred. Also, is there other paperwork i need to get if i intend to breed them in the future?

2007-10-23 07:08:49 · 22 answers · asked by kontradictor 3

meow

2007-10-23 07:06:54 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

my dog batts is a 14 month old yorkie cross brill with kids and cats would love to keep him but my new landlord will not allow dogs

2007-10-23 07:02:56 · 21 answers · asked by chobalobba 5

I have a dog who eats great but it seemslike he burns off the food quicker than he eats it.Anyone have any good ideas.The food is down 24-7 as well so he eats whenever.I give them rice to...any other good ideas...Thanks in advance and no nasty responses PLEASE

2007-10-23 07:01:46 · 11 answers · asked by michele h 3

puggle? (cross of beagle and pug)

I think they are really cute but have never owned one.

2007-10-23 06:33:23 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Our dog, Rajah, is 3 years old. My brother-in-law found her in an abandoned house in Detroit and brought her home and we took her in. We have brought her around other people, and had other people over to the house. However, he will bark and growl at anyone who isn't my husband or I. And I am not talking about just initially either. At the moment we are waiting to move into our new house and have been living with my parents for the last 2 months. Rajah still barks and growls at my parents. She also refuses to let anyone else take her outside. We are expecting a baby in 2 months and I am worried about how Rajah is going to react to the new addition. If anyone has any suggestions on how to correct her behavior it would be great. We love our dog and she is part of the family, but if it came down to it, she would have to go... I just don't want to see that happen.

2007-10-23 06:28:17 · 10 answers · asked by GMC1003 3

Just a question for all you "designer" dog breeders out there:

Since there is no breed standard for the mixture of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle, or a Yorkie and a Maltese, how do you predict what on earth the offspring will look like? How can you guarantee it won't shed? What about diseases and conditions that are specific to the parent breeds? How do you assure buyers that your perfect little Pomischnorkapeekadox won't have issues as he grows to _____? size? In short, how can you guarantee that you are a responsible breeder? Are you a responsible breeder? Tell me why.

Thanks.

2007-10-23 06:27:58 · 19 answers · asked by howldine 6

My aunt's puppy (9 months old) has developed the bad habit of peeing whenever a leash is put on her, even when she's leashed in a crate! How can she be broken of this habit? She's housebroken otherwise.

2007-10-23 06:08:43 · 6 answers · asked by Amanda 5