Dogs - November 2007

On saturday our dog died. My three nephews and neices took it really hard, They cried and are still upset cuz that dog was there faviorte thing in this world and it helped them be distracted from the problems there mother is bringing on to them. I dont know what else i can do , I tried to lookin to adopt one but there so expensive to but one. Does anyone know where i can adopt a pet for cheap or where i can get a free puppy, (in southern Caliifornia), I just hate to see them upset.. and moneys short... can someone please help

2007-11-12 06:02:33 · 14 answers · asked by bashfulmexicana 2

Will they mix or still have a litter of one type color?

2007-11-12 05:55:34 · 18 answers · asked by Miss Yahoo 1

Do you find yourself spread too thin? I'm considering getting a 3rd dog and I've never had three dogs before.

I didn't have any reservations whatsoever about getting a second dog. However, one of the dogs I have now (Louie, my 11 month old Papillon) is very attached to me and he comes with me almost everywhere. I love both my dogs equally but I don't want to alter my relationships with my current dogs by getting a third.

The amount of attention they'll all get isn't an issue- I'm home all day most days. I'm more concerned about the effect it would have on my part.

So, my question to those of you with 3 or more dogs is:
Do you feel like you have enough love to spread evenly? Has your second or third dog had any negative effects on your relationships with the dogs you already had?

2007-11-12 05:53:40 · 21 answers · asked by Boss 6

I have checked him for fleas-none found.I went ahead and gave him a flea bath thinking that they bite and jump off. I have used advantage on him through the summer. My other 2 dogs scratch every once in a while(normal),but this dog is driveing me crazy. My question is can I give him a benidryl and how much to give.would putting corn oil in his food help him if he's just itchy.He's 7yrs old and never been like this before.

2007-11-12 05:52:25 · 5 answers · asked by Cindy 4

I do want my dog to bark in the house for protection. The dalmation/shepard mix is 15yrs and my new beach neighbors want the barking to cease. Can he growl? Will it work, and does it hurt. I can't kepp going everywhere with my dog to stop her bark. Need advice, and where to possibly get one used.

2007-11-12 05:44:09 · 7 answers · asked by kim 7

I have been divorced for a couple of years. My daughter is all grown up and in College. Life was only about work & pretty boring so I got my American Cocker that I affectionately call my Baby Boy!

When I told my mom about my new buddy she said:


Do you agree with that??

2007-11-12 05:24:41 · 23 answers · asked by Jane Marple 7

she has really bad dandruff... and very dry skin.

2007-11-12 05:24:36 · 11 answers · asked by ¸.•*´`*♥ ♥Misty Owl♥ ♥*´`*•.¸ 3

I have just recently rescued a 3yr old male siberian husky who was basically mistreated from day 1. he was brought up on porridge and leftover scraps, he has been in the breeders kennel since september and looks healthy now he dwarfs over my husky b1tch. he has lost some sight in both eyes due to malnutrition and it gets on my effing wick when people do this to pets. i just thought you animal lovers would like to know plus i wantedto lose some anger. has anyone else rescued pets before

2007-11-12 05:10:17 · 34 answers · asked by BIG DOG 3

I try very very hard not to leave food anywhere my dog can get to it, however with 2 small children and a hectic lifestyle this sometimes slips, like this morning, hubby was eating toast, the door knocked, he put his toast up high on our shelf and the dog still managed to jump up and steal a slice, he stole my cooked chicken which was wrapped up and at the back of my worktop.... this is a new thing he has started to do and I want to stop it now without having to hide Everything forever...Any Suggestions (apart from feeding him more as this will not solve it, just make him overweight)

2007-11-12 05:03:48 · 15 answers · asked by earth_chylde2002 3

You've been with your girlfriend/boyfriend for one year.

2007-11-12 04:36:48 · 22 answers · asked by Elusive 5

So I am wondering what other people here do with their dogs. There are so many things you can train your dog for such as obedience, agility, frisbee, herding, flyball, tracking, dock diving, earthdog, hunting, retrieving, sledding... and there's more.

So what do you do with your dog and why did you decide to pursue this?

Do you compete in that venue or just do it for fun?

Is it something you wanted to do with your dog because it was bred for that purpose or the breed happens to do really well at it?

Have you yet earned any titles on your dog in any particular area?

2007-11-12 04:27:24 · 22 answers · asked by Shadow's Melon 6

first i took this puppy off a BYB!! had him checked over at the vet got his shots and rehomed him!! i have a male dog so they wouldnt of got on.thats why i rehomed!!anyway today i had to take my old puppy ( rehomed) to the vets to get his second shot! the new owner asked the vet what puppy needed I.E worm tablets and flea treatment! the vet said its going to cost around £5.50...and the new owner said i cant afford it?!...anyway my question is have i done the right thing ?

i was told that this new owner has had dogs before..and so i thought she new what she was doing ! but it turns out shes only had cats and that was 8yrs ago! what do you think i should do?

2007-11-12 04:21:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-12 04:01:00 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay, say you have a magic wand. All of a sudden you control all dog ownership in the world - breeders, rescues, shelters, everything. Without getting bogged down in the logistics of it all...

1. What about intact animals? Who would you give those to and why?
2. What are your criteria for dog ownership? Consider the following:
- marital status
- children (and ages)
- renting/owning a home
- having a yard (fenced or unfenced)
- motivation for wanting a dog
- willingness/ability to participate in basic obedience
- willingness/ability to participate in more advanced activities (agility, rally, flyball, tracking, hunting, herding, earthdog)
- employment status
- income
- hours the dog would be left alone
- beliefs regarding vet care
- beliefs regarding vaccinations
- beliefs regarding food

3. Would you let people choose their own dogs, or would you choose for them, forgoing the "but I thought Jack Russell Terriers were calm and cute, like Eddie on Frasier!" problem?

Your thoughts?

2007-11-12 03:20:46 · 24 answers · asked by a gal and her dog 6

My husband and I filled out an application to adopt a Berner on Sat. and I would like some information about the breed from people who have owned a Berner. We spent about and hour with "Emmett", he is aprox. 2 years old, about 90-100lbs., and seemed very laid back with my husband and I. My only consern was that his eyes were very blood shot.

2007-11-12 03:17:43 · 6 answers · asked by Tara G 1

2007-11-12 02:49:58 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

which is the best to have around little kids?

2007-11-12 02:11:26 · 39 answers · asked by lordruste 2

Hi, I have a 1 year old spriger spainiel/ lab cross, and she needs surgery for a torn tendon in her hind right knee. I have read some articles, where some say the surgery can prove very painful for the dog afterward, their changes of arthritis increase and in some cases, the dog does better without the surgery ?
Does anyone have any information about this surgery ? Apparently they are going to take the torn tendon out and put in an artificial replacement? Any info with regards to recovery time and sucess rate ?

Thankyou

2007-11-12 01:35:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've check the obvious but I can not for the life of me, discover how my lab is escaping the yard...

She only does it maybe once in a three month period, but this is unacceptable behavior and she could get hit by a car.

2007-11-12 01:16:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

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2007-11-12 01:11:39 · 6 answers · asked by Mike Keel 2

He has had seizures for a little over a year, almost one every month, latley theyve been occuring daily, and today I went to check on him and it was like he didn't know me. He dodges ad walks away when I try to pet him, and he doesn't respond to things I normally say, or games I play with him. He does respond to his name but that seems to be it. He is a 3 year old German Sheperd around 140 lbs.

2007-11-12 00:53:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's two years and eight months old and eight pounds. What are they like? Is there anything I should know about the breed?

2007-11-12 00:52:27 · 8 answers · asked by crymeariver 5

He is 2 years old. I adopted him after he was abandoned. I do not know about his background. I've had him almost a year. Super Sweet dog, behavior has changed over the past three months. Neutered. Incredibly trained and obedient....except his "territorialism" is becoming increasingly worse!!!!

2007-11-12 00:49:29 · 10 answers · asked by joline 2

I have a lab and want to pamper him. A lot, he is inside.

2007-11-12 00:34:27 · 11 answers · asked by Home Schooled Rat And Dog Freak 3

2007-11-12 00:24:50 · 25 answers · asked by Linnè V 1

I try and let him bark, since I dont want him to get in the habit of thinking we jump to every cry. BUT! My neighbors probably hate us, and I do just want him to shutup sometimes! We tried putting him in the room with us, which works for a while then he is back to screaming and barking. I tried putting ablanket over his crate which wors for a few hours... How can we get him to stay quiet at night in his crate??? (He has toys, a Kong and treats! We always walk him before bedtime) I am so frustrated!!!

2007-11-12 00:19:45 · 8 answers · asked by chocolate_krys2000 4

I have 2 sheppard puppies that I want to go to a good home. What are some good options to find the perfect home for them?

2007-11-11 22:59:55 · 7 answers · asked by tcpaintman@sbcglobal.net 1

I am going for my yearly holidays from 8 to 18 december to the states. where do i leave my 2 dogs, 2 year old maltese and 2 month old maltese, both females, should i bring them to a dog hotel if there is such thing, relatives house( they have dogs too and are dog lovers), or leave them in my house with my maid taking care of it ( i trust my maid she is very experienced with dogs and loves them).

2007-11-11 22:23:00 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

My fiance and I just got a boxer puppy and are already having problems with her. She isnt doing so well with the housebreaking and she is tearing up everything. The only way we can keep her from having an accident at night while we are sleeping is to put her in bed with us and she isnt exactly a peaceful sleeper. Just tonight she managed to throw up on me and all over the bed! Im begining to have doubts about keeping her and I havent been able to get any good sleep since having her. I guess I can consider having her trained. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions?

2007-11-11 22:07:50 · 22 answers · asked by mdlct05 1

2007-11-11 21:55:26 · 10 answers · asked by BLUE ROCK 1