Pets - 31 December 2007

There are two dogs, a 2-year old male, and a 5 year old female. Both are outgoing, friendly dogs to their people, and even toward strangers when in the dog yard. They press against their kennels for strangers to pet them, bark for attention, etc. They are even outgoing when out working, tied to the truck.

However, when they are taken into crowded situations (i.e. a dog show), they become nervous, spook at noises, and crouch when strangers touch them.

The two dogs are half brother and sister, sharing the same dam (mother). Their dam is outgoing, bossy and attention-seeking, but has a littermate who was retired from the show ring due to shyness.

What's up with these two half-siblings? Is it lack of socialization, or genetics?

2007-12-31 03:46:41 · 18 answers · asked by Loki Wolfchild 7 in Dogs

doing very well. The beak is starting to grow back and he is starting to eat seed. I have been hand feeding him baby bird food and bananas. He didnt like the sweet potatoes. He fights me but he is doing great. Had to have his beak trimmed twice cause he isnt using the cuddle bone or chewing on his wood toys.

2007-12-31 03:38:47 · 4 answers · asked by jazz43usa 1 in Birds

My cat has a habit of when his litterbox is dirty because I am often not home, he pee's on my bed, but he just did that but I have just cleaned his litterbox. I'm afraid there may be somthing bothering him, I dont want to have to give him away but if he keeps peeing on my stuff I may have to.

2007-12-31 03:34:55 · 10 answers · asked by Tamii 1 in Cats

My female budgie just laid an egg.i just need to know what else i need.she laid it in her nest box and everything and has mineral block and cuttlebone and fresh fruits and vegetables.she also always has fresh water.

2007-12-31 03:25:00 · 5 answers · asked by TAJLEE H 1 in Birds

My cat keeps chasing my arthritic chihauhau. Any advice?

2007-12-31 03:19:41 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

2007-12-31 03:12:44 · 17 answers · asked by jesse j 1 in Fish

We adopted a lab/cocker mix in june and she was about 5 or 6 yo at the time. they said that they had never had her mess her kennel in the six months they had her (no one wanted her because she was older and overweight, about 25 #s over). the people at the shelter are pretty sure that she was abused at her old home. when we brought her home she was fine for about a week but ever since them, maybe once or twice a week, she poops in the house but we have never had her pee in the house. we are pretty sure that she knows she shouldn't but she can't help it because she acts depressed afterwards. this is getting really annoying and i am starting to wonder whether there could be anything medical?

2007-12-31 03:10:35 · 6 answers · asked by nedoglover 4 in Dogs

she doesn't love them but she is really messy!

2007-12-31 03:09:09 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

For the New Years celebrations?

Many people have asked already what they can do to keep their dog/pup calm durring either fire works or other New Years celebrations.

What would you advise them to do???

Hope everyone has a happy & healthy & safe New Year!

2007-12-31 03:08:26 · 18 answers · asked by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 in Dogs

I have 3 dogs. The third was a recent rescue. We were told she was housetrained. Her first week, she was fine - no accidents.

The second week, she began urinating and deficating in the house - almost immediately after being taken out to go. And we don't let her get distracted outside.

The 2 rooms she's chosen to urinate have never been soiled previously, so there was no residual odor influencing her.

The most recent time - this morning, she did it in front of me. When I yelled 'No!', she just looked at me and kept going.

Other than a urinary infection, why would she be doing this and is it easily correctable?

We get her outside 10-12 times a day and walk her 4 times a day.

If we can't stop her, she goes back to the rescue.

2007-12-31 03:02:30 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

2007-12-31 03:02:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Birds

Mine always have to turn the kitchen rugs over. I think they hate the design!

2007-12-31 02:50:03 · 12 answers · asked by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7 in Cats

Tell me what it was?
The name of the pet?
How you still got it?
What did you feel like when you got it?

2007-12-31 02:48:41 · 48 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Pets

Is it the size, the age, or a different and seperate animal go into destinguishing them?

2007-12-31 02:41:06 · 16 answers · asked by Suneagle47 2 in Other - Pets

I have a very tough decision to make.I've had my dog since I was 12.Since she was about 2 she suffered from very severe seizures.I had her trained very well for roughly 2 years, then once the seizures came on it seemed like she kind of went backwards.She's almost 11 at the end of Feb and still she can't hold herself.I've done a good job to mostly illiminate the seizure and they're not as severe either but she still pees and poops everywhere.I don't know what to do anymore. She wears a diaper as embarassing as that is to say because she will almost always have an accident somewhere. Yesterday we came home though and the poo went through somehow and got everywhere.It was horrible.My fiance has had about enough and wants me to do something.He's mentionned putting her down thinking she is suffering.I just need some advice.This is hard for me because she is my baby. She does have other problems,a few times a year she can hardly walk, in pain all over and has trouble breathing.

2007-12-31 02:39:56 · 34 answers · asked by Nat 1 in Dogs

My dog just gave birth 2 days ago and she really stinks now. I tried wiping around the anal area using a cloth with plain water but she still stinks. Is it okay for me to bathe her with soap or send her for grooming to lessen the smell? Or should i just tolerate the smell for a few weeks until she's ready for a bath? Thank you in advance and happy new year!

2007-12-31 02:26:56 · 24 answers · asked by amore 2 in Dogs

I'm not fooled by their blank stares and mooing. They are up to no good.

2007-12-31 02:24:38 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Pets

I'm noticing that my cats appetite has increased. We feed him two scoops (a total of a cup) of dry Iams indoor cat formula at around 9pm at night along with a teaspoon of wet beef in gravy food. This is the only time he is fed. I've been noticing that when I wake up on the morning, his food is all gone. He would usually leave food to snack on throughout the day, but it appears as if he's eating all his food within a 2-3 hour period of time now.

He is around 5-6 years old and has a saggy belly. He weighs around 12 lbs and is 100% an indoor cat.

I've been reading about diabetes and can't say that i've seen an increase in his water intake, just the food.

Just need some advice or insight on why my cat is all of the sudden eating all his food right away.

Thanks

2007-12-31 02:22:23 · 8 answers · asked by Peanut 2 in Cats

i have a dwarf puffer fish but i dont know what i need to care for her please give me some ideas and why!!!!!

2007-12-31 02:00:32 · 2 answers · asked by J P 1 in Fish

He doesn't have any other symptoms, otherwise healthy. 3rd time in one week.

2007-12-31 01:55:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dogs

I got my parakeet 2 wks ago he only makes noises when we have it real loud in the house. What can I do to get it to whistle more often? Do I need to go buy another parakeet? Anyone that can give some advice please do!!! I'm desperate!!!

2007-12-31 01:52:10 · 6 answers · asked by Friend in Christ 1 in Other - Pets

Which one is the best and what should i watch out 4

2007-12-31 01:40:15 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

I have an aquaone 320, how do I find out what size light it is?

I also would like to get a slightly less bright one if possible? One I can still see the fish with but that it won't scare the living daylights out of them with?

2007-12-31 01:18:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Fish

and the older one shows his teeth to the puppy n trys to bite him, the older dog isnt usually a mean dog either what should we do?

2007-12-31 01:17:47 · 4 answers · asked by Got some whipped cream? 3 in Dogs

why the birds make noise in the early morning?

2007-12-31 00:50:25 · 17 answers · asked by prabhu 2 in Birds

My 15hh skewbald cob x gelding keeps on opening his mouth and crossing his jaw. I've had his teeth checked and his bit isn't hurting him, I think it's just a bad habit that he's got into with his previous owner (I've only had him for about two months). I'm considering riding him in a grackle noseband (at the moment I ride him in a normal cavesson). Do you think this would help?

thanks in advance!!!! =D and if anyone is going to be rude, then please don't bother answering! Thanks again!! =D and happy new year!!!!

2007-12-31 00:34:04 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Horses

And their backs??

For some reason the both of my cats don't!
I mean, i'll just touch his or her belly once and they'll attack me!!

Is this with all cats??
(the same thing happens when i touch the back, near the tail)

2007-12-31 00:19:14 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

2007-12-31 00:17:08 · 19 answers · asked by peter w 1 in Dogs

I felt badly because I didn't get my pet anything. Couldn't seem to find an appropriate toy. I still need ideas on what toy to buy or make for her.

2007-12-31 00:15:10 · 12 answers · asked by sophieb 7 in Cats

Mine is either the black or the yellow :D
also one question, does the colour change the personality? i heard that chocolate labs are more cheeky, though my friend has a yellow and black lab (both r males) and the yellow is so gentle while the black is quite boistrous (a bit too boistrous!!)

2007-12-31 00:01:49 · 32 answers · asked by xchocolate-rainbowsx 4 in Dogs