Dogs - December 2007

Also, There are many flea meds in retail stores, when can I use these for the dog?

2007-12-18 11:38:17 · 15 answers · asked by Dan W 2

2007-12-18 11:38:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 7 1/2 month old Lhasa Apso/Shi Tzu mix puppy. Every week we have a grooming ritual where I clean his ears and rub my fingers over his teeth (just until we can buy cleaner suitable for dogs). Last week I noticed that he had some dry skin on his ear flap and I've kept an eye on it ever since. His ear isn't red, doesn't itch and there isn't any waxy buildup that would signal an ear infection so I'm just wondering if this is something to do with the winter season here or if there are other possibilities. Thanks for all the help in advance!

2007-12-18 11:20:38 · 15 answers · asked by Kimberly B 2

2007-12-18 11:13:13 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

http://www.nutrisourcedogfood.com/

Lamb meal, brewers rice, brown rice, barley, oatmeal, beet pulp, fish meal (a source of fish oil), flax seeds, natural flavors, sunflower oil, dried egg product, poultry fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols (a source of vitamin E) and citric acid), spray dried poultry liver, brewers yeast, potassium chloride, salt, proteinated minerals (iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, cobalt proteinate), yeast culture (saccharomyces cerevisiae, enterococcus faecium, lactobacillus acidophilus, aspergillus niger, trichoderma longibrachiatum, bacillus subtillis), choline chloride, vitamins (vitamin A acetate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, niacin, pantothenic acid, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement), taurine, glucosamine hydrochloride, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), Crude Protein (Min) 22.0% 220 g/kg
Crude Fat (Min) 13.0% 130 g/kg
Crude Fiber (Max) 6.0% 60 g/kg
Moisture (Max) 10.0% 100 g/kg
Selenium (Min) 0.5 mg/kg 0.5 mg/kg
Vitamin E (Min) 175 IU/kg 175 IU/kg
*Omega 6 Fatty Acids (Min) 2.0% 20 g/kg
*Omega 3 Fatty Acids (Min) 0.4% 4 g/kg
*Glucosamine (Min) 550 PPM 550 mg/kg
*Chondroitin (Min) 150 PPM 150 mg/kg
*Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C)(Min) 100 mg/kg 100 mg/kg

*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profile.




Lamb meal, brewers rice, brown rice, barley, oatmeal, beet pulp, fish meal (a source of fish oil), flax seeds, natural flavors, sunflower oil, dried egg product, poultry fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols (a source of vitamin E) and citric acid), spray dried poultry liver, brewers yeast, potassium chloride, salt, proteinated minerals (iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, cobalt proteinate), yeast culture (saccharomyces cerevisiae, enterococcus faecium, lactobacillus acidophilus, aspergillus niger, trichoderma longibrachiatum, bacillus subtillis), choline chloride, vitamins (vitamin A acetate, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, niacin, pantothenic acid, thiamine mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement), taurine, glucosamine hydrochloride, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), yucca schidigera extract, chondroitin sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, rosemary extract.

NutriSource Lamb Meal and Rice is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.



Feed 1/2 to 3/4 cups per 10 pounds of body weight; Feed 60 to 90 grams per 5 kg of body weight

Weight (lbs./kg) Amount to Feed (cups/grams)
10 lbs. / 4.5 kg 1 Cup / 90g
20 lbs. / 9 kg 1 1/2 Cups / 140g
30 lbs. / 13.5 kg 2 Cups / 190g
40 lbs. / 18.5 kg 2 1/2 Cups / 230g
50 lbs. / 22.5 kg 3 Cups / 280g
60 lbs. / 27 kg 3 1/4 Cups / 300g
70 lbs. / 32 kg 3 3/4 Cups / 350g
80 lbs. / 36 kg 4 Cups / 370g
90 lbs. / 40 kg 4 1/2 Cups / 420g
100 lbs. / 45 kg 4 3/4 Cups / 440g


These guideline amounts are a starting point for weight maintenance for moderately active adult dogs. Vary the amount fed to suit the age, activity level and temperament of your dog. Feed to maintain ideal body condition. Do not let your dog become overweight. These guideline amounts are for the total fed each day. Divide the amount fed by the number of feedings to get the amount per feeding. One 8 ounce measuring cup contains 3.3 ounces or 95 grams of NutriSource Lamb Meal and Rice dog food.
Provide clean, fresh drinking water daily.

Calorie content(calculated): 3,500 kcal per kg, 330 kcal per cup



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PO Box 190, Perham, MN 56573, (218) 346-7500
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2007-12-18 11:12:41 · 15 answers · asked by puck head 1

how did it get removed by someone other than me! I posted it two days ago

2007-12-18 11:05:49 · 8 answers · asked by teenytiny 3

I have some questions about neutering. I know we will -definitely- be neutering our dog, but I'd like to know a bit more about it.

What age do you recommend? Yes, yes, I know most vets recommend 6 months. I know many do it much earlier. I know it's often recommended for larger dogs to wait 'til, say, a year.
Our dog is a 6 month old English Mastiff. I've read many things -- about how many terrible illness neutering prevents. But also how neutering before a certain age can increase likelihood of bone cancer by a considerable amount. Also how my Mastiff's growth will be affected -- he'll probably be a little more lanky than hefty.

How stressful is being neutered for the dog? Does it take a big toll on his body? How long will it be before he recovers, and how will I have to treat him while he is recovering?
What kind of neutering should I have done? Regular or laser? (Probably regular right?) I've also heard stuff about different ways of stitching them up & how one way's best.

2007-12-18 11:02:25 · 10 answers · asked by moof 7

let me look into my crystal ball and see what is wrong with your dog that is throwing up blood.............

my crystal ball says to take your dog to the vet!!!!!!

2007-12-18 11:00:20 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

(walking,feeding,loving,caring etc.)

2007-12-18 10:57:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-18 10:56:02 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

just wondering because so many people here can't bring their pets to the vet, what are they to do? (i am not one of them)

2007-12-18 10:50:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is this law still going on does somoone know something about this?

2007-12-18 10:21:38 · 3 answers · asked by I crossed the line 2

I have a Bichon frise and she had a litter of puppies 3 weeks ago. This morning, she starts crying and staying in weird places for longer periods, like under my desk. Right now, she's with her pups but she shivers and her eyes are squinting. What could be the problem here?
Another thing is that all of her breasts have swelled down except for one, it's like she has a ball in there. Is that normal?
I was thinking that she was cold because of her shivering, but her eyes are squinting... I've never seen her do that except while she's panting after a long walk. But she didn't do any vigorous activities.

2007-12-18 10:00:03 · 15 answers · asked by Marshmellie 2

Any good websites to get girlie dog things, pink and diamondes! Its for my future Chihauhau :) x

2007-12-18 09:49:35 · 13 answers · asked by Anastacia.Wonderwall.x 1

I have young children, a smallish yard only a 5' fence, I like to jog (or rather am trying to get back in the habit) We live near a large dog friendly park. We need a medium size dog that is great with all kids, other dogs, preferably one that can be trusted off leash. I can't chase kids as well if I'm always holding the leash. Needs to be able to withstand colder temperatures, will be an outside dog, with indoor visits, full access to garage. I'd prefer a low maintainance hair style dog, I already have more than enough hair between myself and my kids! We are in a subdivision so a breed that isn't a constant howler/barker is a must, I don't want to tick off any neighbors. Any suggestions? We've considered Britany Spaniels, Border Collies, Beagles & other medium hounds are attractive, except for that whole catch a scent and howl issue. Okay, so now everyone either astound me with the perfect dog suggestions or if my dream dog doesn't exist, feel free to break my heart :) thanks

2007-12-18 09:43:28 · 32 answers · asked by KneeKnee 5

I adopted my new whippet from the shelter about 8 months ago. He is my first dog ever! He is on heart worm medication. He is 23 pounds. I feed him 5 (five) cups of Innova a day but I can still see his ribs, hip bones and spine. Is this just how whippets are supposed to be? I'm tired of people on the street telling me how bony and ugly he is!

2007-12-18 09:36:18 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

She will just be laying down and she will lick herself....in her "private" area.

Why would she do this?

2007-12-18 09:22:50 · 18 answers · asked by Kyndell. <3 5

My dog is dying from liver failure. He is 10 years old but that is young for a rat terrier to go. He was poisoned by drinking out of a rain puddle in a drainage ditch that some one poured some kind of freon or anti freeze or something out in the same area. We were going to have him put to sleep today, but I could not do it because he seems to be having a good day today. I know I need to before he starts getting worse. Do I do it before or after Christmas ? If I wait tell after he may be in pain. Right now the vet said he is not in a lot of pain. I do not know what to do. It will be hard. I would love to wait tell after, but I do not want him to suffer.

2007-12-18 09:20:27 · 39 answers · asked by RELAX 4

2007-12-18 09:13:09 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

I lost my Dalmatian to cancer 3 years ago and I've been thinking about a new dog. I like a medium to large dog but a friendly dog, since I have a 20 month old granddaughter. It can be an indoor outdoor dog. I like the golden retrievers and the chocolate labs, which dog is the friendliest (but good gaurd dog) and easiest to train?

2007-12-18 09:12:00 · 16 answers · asked by snowwillow20 7

i dont know shes acting weird and she stoped eating like she used to and she dose'nt play much? ):

2007-12-18 09:07:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-18 09:02:59 · 18 answers · asked by flaca_eq 2

to cheap brand of flea meds I did not no it would put patches in her beautiful coat what should I do?

2007-12-18 09:01:51 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I walk this dog for this couple and I notice they give her cat food is that safe?

If it's important she's seven small and some kind of weird mongrel

2007-12-18 08:57:31 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does any one like the name baily,
or butters, or buttercup,Or Benny?
Must be one of these names!!!!!!

2007-12-18 08:56:52 · 31 answers · asked by thomas 2

My female pitbull may have gotten pregnant by my moms shitzu...any ideas of what the puppies will look like? Are there any pictures of this mix?

2007-12-18 08:54:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

i want to know

2007-12-18 08:32:22 · 8 answers · asked by maddenschamp 1

I'm not sure if anyone is going to know this in the dog section, but my Carbon Monoxide detector had a reading of 11 on it today when my boyfriend got home. He said the cats were barely moving and so was my dog. I'm extreamly shaken up by the now. My boyfriend took them all outside for fresh air, and the reader says 0 now (the pilot light went out on the gas fire place while it was on, and I didn't realize it). Are my animals going to be okay?.. and is a reading of 11 bad? I know nothing about carbon monoxide, and I don't have the manual for the detector. Thank you.

I'm calling the vet right now as well... but I would still like some veiws on this.

2007-12-18 08:16:12 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

and i just brought her home last week and we are now seeing fleas in the house so i have her a bath and sprayed her down with the flea spray and she is still digging at herself...i have now put her out side .....i feel bad because its 20 degress outside and colder at night but i cant have her inside with fleas ....i have kids. Will she get sick? Im getting a house for her on Saturday but until then i just let her in at night to go in the bathroom.

2007-12-18 08:03:13 · 9 answers · asked by fordmommywife 2

2007-12-18 07:56:53 · 14 answers · asked by ely 1