Dogs - December 2007

I have a 14 month old Shepard mix, she's about 45 pounds. Everytime I leave the house she somehow gets out of her kennel and chews up shoes and other things. I've tried to leave her in the backyard but she just digs HUGE holes, and we can't have that because we are renting. She has chew toys and chew bones all over the house but would rather chew up other things. I've tried leaving her out of the kennel and she just does the same thing. (She was kennel trained before we got her) My father in law thinks that she has some sort of separation anxiety or something like that. Is there anything that I can do to get her to stop? My husband is wanting to get rid of her because we can't get her to stop chewing! Help please!

2007-12-26 02:06:02 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's a proven fact that they are superior to other breeds. Just wondering what the other thoughts are out there.

2007-12-26 01:36:48 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Considering the fact that:

-he/she might not live long with you like a puppy will,

-he/she might dislike you because he/she prefers the owner, and;

-some adult dogs are "untrained", and will be harder to be trained because they're already adults..

2007-12-26 01:19:55 · 19 answers · asked by Sk8r boi 2

She is 5 months and I do walk her but now it is getting too cold and I just don't have the time like I used to.

2007-12-26 01:10:18 · 14 answers · asked by Eric L 1

OK issue is i got my pup (4 month old Pure White Siberian Husky) So i took him to friends house so they could see him and to introduce him to Shay there 35lbs springer which is 2 years and is female. Now as im getting out of the truck Shay gets up in and sniffs him and he sniffs her...well she jsut turned around and wouldnt come around him. She has never acted like this...She used to jump up and kiss me now she wont really let me pet her either...but yesterday the day after this...at christmas dinner Shay was staying up High on like back of couches and was drooling, she did growl a few times when he came near....and snap at him once, we have never seen her act like this with any dogs...she usually gets along, our other friend has a Akita which is huge and she loves him. I jsut dont get it why she is being like this, some are saying she is jealous i got a dog cause she thought we were buds...etc others say its his Blue eyes...etc so any ideas whats going on here?

2007-12-25 23:53:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Every pet owner needs to make their own choices about what to feed their pet but honestly I’ve been shocked by what some folks here consider to be “quality” foods for their pets and strongly recommending to others. After reading many of the answers I really found myself wondering if you know what is in your pets food?

Do you know what “by products” include?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meat_by-product

Do you know that much of the “meat” used in pet food manufacturing is treat with toxic chemicals?

http://www.belfield.com/article3.html

Do you know how to read a pet food label?

http://www.dogfoodproject.com/index.php?page=betterproducts

Did you know there are options to commercial pet food?

http://dogandcatworld.blogspot.com/2007/12/all-about-dog-food.html

2007-12-25 23:20:29 · 15 answers · asked by Cindy F 5

What dog is bether Pudlle or a baby Cocar Sphaniel.

2007-12-25 21:22:21 · 9 answers · asked by Marija T 1

I am moving from Newcastle to Kristiansand

2007-12-25 20:53:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

whata re ur pets names

2007-12-25 20:01:57 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

ok we have this puppy, its not that big and still not properly trained now im asking to you guys..how can i train this puff some tricks..like sit, stay,, so on and so forth..

i'll try all your advices and if one works ill give you the 10 pts.
thanks happy holidays.

2007-12-25 19:47:26 · 14 answers · asked by don m 3

I was thinking about blow drying my papillon's fur but i'm afraid if after every bath I give him, eventually his fur gonna damage from all of it,i need help >,<

2007-12-25 19:46:08 · 11 answers · asked by kidtendo 1

My dog is 5yrs old and neutered, my kitten is about 10 weeks old, and still a baby. They are starting to play together, but when they do, my dog tries to hump my kitten. Should I be worried?

2007-12-25 19:25:57 · 11 answers · asked by Lorrie S 1

Can you tell me what your favorite small dog breed is and why?

2007-12-25 19:12:57 · 20 answers · asked by Russell_N 1

a day @ 12 noon and @ 10 pm it seems like a lot of time to wait and my dog seems hungry befor 12 so CaN YOU GIVE ME ANY INFO ON THIS IS SHE RIGH? SHOULD I FEED IT EARLIER? THANX!

2007-12-25 18:56:01 · 27 answers · asked by DELETED 2

I have a schnoodle and his coat tends to be more poodle like. I brush him with a normal dog brush, the one with the metal prongs and the soft black bristles on the other side. He tends to get matted fur fairly easy I use a detangler to help out. Am I using the right type of brush for my dog?

2007-12-25 18:45:15 · 4 answers · asked by ItsMeAlexandra 3

The nose is pink, the eyes are big, she's fawn colored, I'm told she's about five years, and her eyes look tired.Is she old?

2007-12-25 18:42:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I groom dogs for a living and I love it! What I don't love is people who treat the grooming shop like a daycare facility. If I tell a client that their dog will be ready for pick up at 1:00, they often do not show up until 3:00-4:00, etc. Once my day is done, I want to leave. Often I habg around for a couple of extra hours because 1 poor dog has not yet been picked up.
I try to tell clients that they need to come within an hour of the dog being ready but I often get stuck...
So...I am considering adding and extra charge if the dog is not picked up within an hour of completion (unless previous arrangements have been made - I am not heartless).
How do you deal with it? I am afraid I am being too accomodating and I am getting fed up now. I have been in business at the same location for the past 5 years and feel that I am being taken advantage of.
Please let me know.
Thanks

2007-12-25 18:41:47 · 9 answers · asked by Borders Rock 5

My american pitbull terrier has been looking skinny latly i wanted to hear any suggestions before i take her to the vet friday. I have 2 pitbulls who eat the same amount but she is looking skinny. They only eat purina and alpo cans 2 cups each a day of purina puppy chow and 2 cans each of alpo prime slices can food this is the only food they can eat without getting the runs

2007-12-25 18:07:19 · 10 answers · asked by Aaron D 3

2007-12-25 17:44:11 · 13 answers · asked by The tool man 1

His face is swelling bad near the snout and lips mainly on the right side. now his eyes are swelling. This started about twenty minutes ago. He is six month old blue heeler. before anyone suggests this...there is not an emergency vet that is in the office tonight at least answering their phones.
We gave him a rib bone tonight and has never had any problems with them. Other than that nothing has changed in his habits. he is still kinda playing around, but he is rubbing the area with his front leg.
Do you have any suggestions as to what it is or what I can do about it until my vet gets in tomorrow?

2007-12-25 17:38:47 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

he is a african boeboerl (africa mastiff) Anyway we are baby sitting him for a week and this dog is 200 lbs and is not tall or fat he is all MUCLE (or how ever you spell it) lol. Anyway i tried walking him today he pulled me i fell three times and i couldnt stop him he would go where he wanted to go i dragged me across the street for another dog and i was literaly on my stomach and i already have a broken arm. Ii am pretty strong and even my dad he flew across the lawn when he pulled and when he jumps he knocks you down. So my Q is how to i walk him when he is like that we have tried training collars but they do not work
http://www.bulldoginformation.com/south-african-boerboel.html

2007-12-25 17:38:38 · 9 answers · asked by Brittany J 3

I have a Bichon Shihzu mix that is prone to skin alergies. Our vet suggested Science diet but it didn't help.

2007-12-25 17:36:17 · 14 answers · asked by Mrs. Fuzzy Bottoms 7

I read a posted response last year that that wasn't very nice (or favorable) towards the McNab Shepard. I want the owners to tell me about your personal dog(s)

2007-12-25 17:10:08 · 18 answers · asked by Disc Dog Guy 3

2007-12-25 16:30:08 · 16 answers · asked by divalinzzz 2

what was their breed and age ?

2007-12-25 15:43:14 · 40 answers · asked by Anonymous

We adopted "Simba" about 2 yrs. ago (he's about 3 1/2 yrs. old now) from the Golden Retriever Rescue. He had been starved and had lost an ear from unknown causes prior to his adoption. He is several inches taller (Setter-like) than any golden retriever I've previously owned, and weighs close to 90 lbs., though. Do you think that Simba is a purebred golden retriever, or an Irish Setter? Note the slightly domed head that might be evidence of Setter-blood.
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2007-12-25 15:36:23 · 12 answers · asked by Will P 2

I know this is a fairly common question, so I thought I'd`change it a little bit.


First, tell me what your favourite dog breed is.

Second, tell me why you love this breed, and what experience you have had with it.

Third, sum up your favourite dog breed in three words.

Fourth, tell me how the above three words relate to the breed.

Fifth, if you have pets of this breed, tell me their names, and if not tell me what you would call one if you got one.


The most creative, or funny, or heartfelt answer will get Best Answer. So think outside the box, people! Good luck and have fun!

2007-12-25 15:29:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was just curious on all the different dog names for each breed. I have a female golden retriever named Maya.

2007-12-25 15:04:15 · 61 answers · asked by *tennis-lover* 1

2007-12-25 14:14:36 · 10 answers · asked by tootie_beans2002 1

My dog is a puller on leash and Im looking for a harness that will help me train her to stop pulling without her choking herself on collar. I want a training quality harness that is comfortable for her. What are some ones that you recommend?

2007-12-25 14:12:22 · 9 answers · asked by I Love Labs 1