Dogs - December 2007

The lump is on her chest by her right front leg and is marble sized. A friend said that his dog has a few of them and they are just scar tissue or fat that has built up. I was wondering if anyone else has any other ideas on what it might be minus the worst case I am thinking! She is 8 years old, so I am worried!

2007-12-06 03:05:46 · 26 answers · asked by Tiffany 1

He came home and the poor thing was infested with fleas, I gave it a bath and got the majority of them. My worries are as follows...apparently the mother and the rest of the litter had pushed this puppy out, the mother even took a nice size chunk of skin off the poor things head. My boyfriend brought her home around 9:30 last night and she's been sleeping ever since, with the occasional grunt or if I disturb her to see if she's warm enough. At one point I picked her up (she was sleeping) and she peed and a little "log" fell out! It didn't seem to bother her! I don't have the money right now, but will next week to take her to vet and get her checked out. But, could it just be the stress of being the outcast and being in a new environment or maybe the reason for her being the outcast IS because the mom knew there was something wrong with her? She's a sweetheart and a real grunter, very cute markings!!
Any info would help, and should I wait until I know what's wrong before I give shots?

2007-12-06 02:24:59 · 24 answers · asked by wiliswilson 1

I've been away from home for four months for work and already, my Pitbull forgot who I am (Barking on me, non-stop). But my dachshund still remembers me (I guess). Cause she acted excited when I came home (unlike when she sees strangers, she barks like crazy).

My question again is how long does a dog's memory last? Does it depend on the breed? Or are there such characteristics as a dumb dog?

2007-12-06 02:10:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-06 01:59:28 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

Smelly dog, smelly dog....what are they feeding yoooooou! (sorry, couldnt resist!)

Anyway, can the liver treats I give my dog be causing him to smell?? his crate stinks and even when i bathe him, after a day or a night in the crate he is back to funking up the whole apt! I cant bathe him everyday, and the scent sprays just mask odors. My boyfriend SWEARS its the treats cause he hates the smell of them out of the package. But Caesar loves em! Should I find treats that are not liver based on the smell?

2007-12-06 01:24:58 · 12 answers · asked by chocolate_krys2000 4

I just got satellite TV and Animal Planet, so I am watching various animal rescue programs. :)

My question is to those who have pets of their own and foster pets waiting for a new home. How does the frequent introduction of a non-permanent new pet influence the exsisting household balance? Is it something your pets get used to or do you go through the same transition periods that all regular pet owners experience 99% of the time when introducing a new pet? And how do the household pets react once the foster pet has left for its new home?

2007-12-06 00:45:16 · 7 answers · asked by Voelven 7

2007-12-06 00:37:02 · 30 answers · asked by mim 3

My daughter has 2 Golden Retriever puppies (6 months). It is 10 degrees out. How long can they safely stay outside? They LOVE it in their fenced in yard but I don't want any harm to come to them from the cold.

2007-12-06 00:25:37 · 11 answers · asked by AKA FrogButt 7

I am looking for character/temperament changes within a breed as breeders have concentrated on what the dog looks like rather than their temperament. Have any breeds become less stable, more aggressive, or dominant, nervous, or anxious? Any examples of generalised character changes would be helpful.

2007-12-05 23:54:22 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

My male greyhound really smells bad! I also have a female but she smells fine. He has a really strong musky smell, a "male" smell, sometimes it's so strong we can't go near him! I do keep him clean and he's been neutered. Does anybody have any suggestions? Is there anything I could feed him or put in his food to make him less offensive? Thanks.

2007-12-05 21:02:28 · 11 answers · asked by I love Greyhounds : ) 2

He's not like other dogs, you cant get his attention just by being the dominant one. He's so intelligent, he's more like a child. If I tell him off he sulks! I'm used to other dogs fawning and doing their best to do as they're told, my Rotty is just too independant! I need help with how to get through to him to begin teaching him to do basic things like come when called, walk on the lead without pulling like a train and not jump up all the time. He's a 2 year old rescue dog, we had him off friends who rescued him and had him as a guard dog for a year. He's lovely and very loving but completely oblivious to why he should do what I ask him to. Any advice please? There are no dog training classes that can help in my area, they're for agility and obedience dogs that want to compete.

2007-12-05 20:54:02 · 9 answers · asked by Wonderwoman 7

i want to know if i pick a good puppy to be a great show dog? i am getting this pitbull puppy and need to know how or what im am looking for. for the pit to be my show dog.

2007-12-05 20:38:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

think Border collie and australian shepherd sized, no my dogs arent' dead, nor are they near it, but I was just thinking how I would be able to manage their remains, since they are fairly large sompared to my other animals., it would be like burying a human. For most of our dogs (chihuahua and dachshund mixes, etc.) their last stops will be a burial on the hill by our house, where other pets are already, mostly hamsters and parakeets, but also a pair of rabbits and my grand pa's poor dog, spike, who was a cairn terrier mix, but it would take all day to bury one of my other two dogs, so, on average, how much would it cost to cremate and buy a simple jug.jar.urn.box.whatever.

2007-12-05 20:34:24 · 8 answers · asked by KristyW 5

i have a lhasapoo lhasa apso poodle

2007-12-05 20:33:06 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-05 20:20:08 · 14 answers · asked by Jy 2

W Rainbow Rd. area.

2007-12-05 17:41:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 8 week old chihuahua puppy... she can whine and growl but she can't bark. When will she start to bark?

2007-12-05 16:50:46 · 7 answers · asked by ~<3 2

I have called the dog catcher several times. They say they have to catch them out of their yard before they can do anything. Yes there is a leash law here. They have been talked to by neighbors and the humane society. Obviously, they dont care. They get into our trash regularly, plus, I know they dont get any shots, and care. I am at my wits end.

2007-12-05 16:50:34 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My vet's office is closed at this hour and I need to know if this significant enough to call the emergency vet line. My chihuahua was vaccinated today with booster shots plus Bordatella and Rabies shots. She was fine until about 6 or 7, when all the sudden her energy levels dropped off significantly. I left her with my family at 8 to run some errands and put her in her bed before I left, and now, 3 hours later, she hasn't moved an inch from where I put her. My father had to bring water and some food (which she wouldn't eat very willingly) OVER to her. She's a very active and playful pup usually and acted nothing near this bad last time she had her shots. Is it just the rabies shot taking its toll, or should I be concerned? Is this normal lethargy that should be expected after these shots or is it significant enough to call and get her in as soon as I can?

2007-12-05 16:48:02 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just want to know if seventeen years old can adopt a dog. I have my Pomeranian I am looking for a good home and this girl came to see the dog I was very impressed by her. She looks so matured for her age. She has the same part time job since she was 15 and she goes to college full time. The only thing she will turn 18 in Feb. She real want my dog for her parents for Christmas as a surprise....I want to call her parent buy I don’t want to ruin her anything. She told me her parents have been looking for a small dog for a while and now she wants to give them for Christmas. What to do? Should I let her sign somewhere that I will call her parents a day after Christmas to verify this if not I will take my dog back but I wonder if a 17 yrs signature is valid any where. I know for sure my dog will be in a good hand but is there any law on this? She has saved her money and she is willing to pay the adoption fee that I didn't have in mind...I was just looking for a good home for my dog.

2007-12-05 16:45:38 · 19 answers · asked by NT 3

Doing my research, I believe Great Life Dog/Cat food is top on the list. They use a freeze dry process, use organic ingrediants, add probiotics and emzymes, and have grain free formulas. For your basic, good quality dog/cat food Canidae/Felindae is the smart choice. For organic, Newman's Organic is a worthy one, and for raw food diet, Nature's Variety is winner. Others to consider are Timberwolf and Blue Buffulo. Do you agree? Give your comments Check out the websites.

2007-12-05 16:45:16 · 7 answers · asked by mooochi 1

So I know this is kind of an odd question but my neighbor said her dogs is bleeding so I thought I'd ask she is only 5 months old so its super crazy to me but who knows.. help please..

2007-12-05 16:08:58 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

The funniest things I've ever seen my dogs lugging around was my wolf Raven dragging around a full kiddie pool. I guess he didn't like where I put it. Also, my American bulldog thinks 6ft fence planks are sticks.
So what funny things have you seen your dogs lug around?

2007-12-05 15:51:23 · 41 answers · asked by ♥ Leo ♥ 5

My 3 year old Austraillian cattle dog chews everything, shoes, trash, paper products, underwear, socks, bras, pillows, you name it he chews it. HOWEVER...he DOES NOT chew any of the toys I buy him. I have tried every toy in Petsmart!! Any suggestions as to why he does this and any toy he might like to chew on instead???

2007-12-05 15:48:15 · 5 answers · asked by Meg 2

He's still only 6 months old, Has all his shots, House trained. Is great with kids. Great dog in general

2007-12-05 15:42:16 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

for example the booster shots.

2007-12-05 15:32:48 · 15 answers · asked by angelicaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 3

My neighbors golden lab had a seizure the other day, and died while on the way to the vet. He asked the vet what caused him to die,and the vet said that it is not uncommon for dogs to eat frogs and die. I've never heard of this, and wonder if anyone one else ever has? If so, what an I do to protect my two dogs that live in the back yard?

2007-12-05 15:22:17 · 13 answers · asked by cat14675 3

Apart from the obvious - Close the door, does anyone know how i can train them to just stay away from the laundry. I would like to have the dogs and my cat all the house all at the same time but it is near impossible becasue the dogs go in where the cat food is and make a mess so I have to shut the laundry door which means our cat can't come inside and if he does he can't get to his things!!!

Any idea's??????.......................

2007-12-05 15:13:43 · 15 answers · asked by budpepsoo 2

he stinks really bad. this **** is gettin on my nerves. i wish he smelled like my clothes. tide has a good lather but i dont want my dogs skin to like brake out into a rash or something. if i cant use tide can someone recommend a shampoo that works well

2007-12-05 14:16:46 · 21 answers · asked by MZ. MIDNITE 2

my mom just sent me an e-mail saying to tell dad to get down the table for her christmas village and he sed hed get it down
tommorow
Please Help!!
p.s sorry this is under dogs, but i know more people here

2007-12-05 14:03:32 · 5 answers · asked by person 2