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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 10 yr old boston terrier | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: My female terrier started having issues with urine incontinence she could be sleeping and wet ... A: It may be a urinary infection. You can see the Vet for an exam. If you would like to learn about ... | |
| Marie suggests Holistic VET . COM | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a approx 12 year old female BT that I got from a rescue group 6 years ago. Other than her ... A: Wow Camille, I would love to help but don't think that I can. Sounds to me like you need a good ... | |
| Excessive Shedding in Boston; | 8/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old female Boston who has recently started shedding A LOT! She actually has several ... A: I would love to help you both. Just a few changes can helps so much. The Brewer's Yeast is ok but ... | |
| 5 month old boston terrier worried!! | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 5 month old Boston terrier from a pet store! I've never owned a dog before so I'm ... A: OK, Call the Pet Store and tell them you are taking him into the local vet. THIS MAY Be the Parvo ... | |
| Diet and allergies | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 or 2 yr old Boston that I adopted 3 weeks ago. He scratches like crazy. He was on ... A: Boston Terrier Allergies, Hi Melanie, It may also be Environmental allergies along with the food ... | |
| Behavior in Boston Terrier; Territorial aggression; | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: My BT has always been very bully when it comes to behaving. He doesn't like to come when he's called ... A: Wow Steve, Well, some of what you describe is Territorial aggression - that's an easy fix with a ... | |
| NuVet and Salmon oil for Boston ; Flea and Tick treatments- Natural; | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: We took our 11yr old boston to the vet a couple months ago because he was extremly skinny. You could ... A: NuVet for weight gain and proper digestion ; Salmon oil for your Boston; Hi Jessica, Sometimes they ... | |
| Demodex Mange is pets; how to treat mange; | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: My puppy has been diagnosed with Demodetic mange and we are very upset. Have you had any experience ... A: Demodex mites treatments; How are you doing? Do you need any help? Hi Russ, Glad you did see the ... | |
| Boston Terrier | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I really would like a boston, and have wanted one for years. Next year I will finally be able to get ... A: Sure! You will need to care for your Boston and make sure he/she gets play time and exercise. Plus, ... | |
| Breeding Bostons; Boston Terrier Breeding Cycle; | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: Please Help I am worried about my baby. I decided that she was old enough to breed this year. And ... A: If you have any concerns, please call your Vet. I would think the bleeding will taper down in a day ... | |
| Ears - Rough Edges in Boston Terrier; Mane n Tail for Boston; | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old boston who's ears almost appear to be shrinking as there are little tabs or ... A: Mane N Tail for dogs; NuVET for Bostons; Hi Cathy, Rough ears tabs on Boston: YES, I have seen ... | |
| boston puppy feeding ; my Boston loves Crab meals; | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: is feeding egg yolks to my pup good for her? I'm talking a couple a week, not a lot. A: You can give this Boston puppy 3-4 eggs per week and even the yolk. Also, Most of my clients love ... | |
| Runt of litter regurgitates food | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: This is my third litter of Boston puppies but I have never had this problem before. The runt of the ... A: a special dish to slow this little one down. ... | |
| Potty problems with Boston Terrier; | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1-1/2 yr old Boston(fixed). He came to live with us when he was 8 wks. I have a 6 year old ... A: potty training your adult Boston Terrier; Hi Cari , Your dog needs a food that has less fillers and ... | |
| 12wk old Boston Pup ALWAYS soils crate | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I brought a 9 wk old BT pup into my home 2 weeks ago and am having problems crate training her. ... A: Sure I can help you and your Baby Boston... Would love to! Let's get her on some good quality food ... | |
| Boston puppies | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: My 3 year old Boston only had 1 puppy out of her second litter is that normal? A: Well Best Wishes on the new puppy. This singleton pup litter can happen on the 1st or 2nd litters ... | |
| Boston Terrier Limping | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: Our 5 1/2 month old Boston Terrier has been limping for four days. We have taken her to the vet for ... A: I would still consider it's bruised. The supplements will help with healing and also will stop ... | |
| Boston Terrier Limping | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: Our 5 1/2 month old Boston Terrier has been limping for four days. We have taken her to the vet for ... A: You may want to hold off for week before you get another opinion. Sounds like it may be just some ... | |
| boston terrier heat cycle; In-Season Girl Panties; | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: when does a regular female boston terrier start to menstruate? at what age in months or in weeks? so ... A: The Boston Terrier breed will go into the first heat or season around 9-12 months. Many will go ... | |
| Puppy Weight chart for Boston Terrier; boston terrier puppy; | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: What should be the average weight of an 8 week old male Boston pup? ANSWER: Hi - I don't know if ... A: It depends on the parents. He can run from 1.75 pounds to 3.5 pounds at 6 weeks of age. At 8 weeks ... | |
| Puppy Weight chart for Boston Terrier; boston terrier puppy; | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: What should be the average weight of an 8 week old male Boston pup? A: it's a puppy weight chart from a breeder. http://tinascountrykennel.com/id11.html There are 16 ... | |
| Boston Terrier Health; apply for card credit for pet emergancy; | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: Our 7 year old BT suddenly started gagging and vomiting quite frequently. I don't know if it ate ... A: Please call around and get this Boston into a VET ASAP... This will not go away. There is an ... | |
| Boston Terrier with Heart Mumur | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: 9 year old Max has gotten sick. The vet said to take him to a cardiologist for a Heart Mumur. What ... A: He may have some CHF - congestive heart and will need medication to clear the fluids from the ... | |
| Sick Boston Terrier | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: My boston terrier is lethargic and shaking on the couch have any answers. A: Steve - Place some sugar on his gums --- just 1/4 of a teaspoon ... rub it into the gum area. **** ... | |
| Boston terrier need soft food from mouth surgery; | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My 9 year old boston, had her teeth cleaned and some pulled. she sleeps with us and drulls. ... A: Boston Terrier feeding ; teeth cleaning for Boston Terrier; Hi Martha, How about doing some ... | |
| Boggle the Boston / Beagle mix ; | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: We have a 3 month old Boglen terrier (boston terrier/beagle). We have a few questions. One she ... A: Boston Terrier feeding and nutrition: Hi Melanie and family; Yes, the hiccups are normal... Taking ... | |
| dog growls at baby; | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend has a Boston terrier and it's about 9 years old. It's very hyper, does not listen, and ... A: Brittany, I fear for your baby's safety. Please have your boyfriend consider the damage that one ... | |
| Bloated Boston Terrier | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: My female boston terrier had puppies.They are 8 weeks old now,but I noticed that after she had them ... A: I am wondering if it is her hormones. I bet it is and she may need medication. I would take her in ... | |
| sick Boston Terrier | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a darling 2 yr old BT and I recently discovered she had roundworms. I gave her some ... A: Well, good news, she is better. YOU may want to give another dosage in 4 weeks or so. Most of the ... | |
| boston terrier in heat | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: My 7mth old boston terrier began her first cycle. She's had a few accidents inside the house since ... A: Yes, this is normal for her to have some pee accidents when she is in heat. ( swelling) Sorry, this ... | |
| swollen tail | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: My 6 year old, male, Boston Terrier, Junior has a great deal of swelling around his tail. He has a ... A: Well, sounds very odd! I think he got bit or a bee sting. He may have sat on something that upset ... | |
| boston terrier limping ; bayer baby asprin; Nuvet plus ; | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old Boston that is just the happiest dog I have ever met. Anyway, she started limping ... A: Boston Terrier ACL injury; Boston Terrier injury; boston limping ; boston leg injury; acl injury? ; ... | |
| my boston is limping | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old Boston that is just the happiest dog I have ever met. Anyway, she started limping ... A: Bostons are known to have joint problems.... I bet she jumped too much and has some inflammation in ... | |
| Boston sneezing ; reverse sneezes ; backwards sneezes; | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a Boston 5 days ago rescued after being ill treated he is approximatey 2 years old ... A: canine choking? how about reverse sneezing : Hi Chris, Many things can be going on here.... Have ... | |
| My 3 week old puppy is sick | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: My new puppy is 3 weeks old and the mother, which is my dog too, has diarrhea, And the puppy that is ... A: Mikayla, Please call the vet ASAP. This little one could have pneumonia.. I would make sure the ... | |
| Not Pooping- boston terrier puppy ; | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 11 1/2 week old female Boston Terrier that doesn't poop a lot. It has me worried a little. We ... A: I would slowly give this puppy a better quality food --- Add one of the following foods to the Puppy ... | |
| boston terrier feeding ; feeding boston puppy; | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: my 7 wk old boston terrier wieght is 2 lbs ,she eats 1/2 cup of science diet dry puppy food 3 x ... A: Boston Terrier Follow-up ; How is your pup doing now? Hi Janette, I am not a FAN of the Science ... | |
| puppy spits up water; raised feeding station; | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: Why does my puppy throw up after drinking water. A: Your pup may be drinking too fast. Make sure you raise up the water dish so he will take in Less ... | |
| Re:Boston with Corneal Ulcer | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Hey! Thanks for the advice and information..Today we went to the vet for a recheck and the Ulcer ... A: The debridement helps to take away the old and non-healing tissue and opens up to new tissue that ... | |
| Boston with Corneal Ulcer.Help | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: .I was wonderinf if u can give any advice about our Boston terrier.We are so stressed.Our 9 year old ... A: this is a very common problem in Boston Terriers. ( ulcerations in the eye related to injury) Your ... | |
| blood in stool of boston terrier; canine colitis; nuvet colitis; | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: My 11 week old boston has had a spot of blood in her poop. It comes out at the end of her pooping, ... A: NuVET supplement and Canned pure pumpkin for your puppy: Are you all better now? Did you need to ... | |
| How much to feed Boston pup ; | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: How much should I be feeding a 16 week old Boston Terrier? She is currently 6.3 lbs. The guideline ... A: Feeding a Boston puppy; Hi again, The Eukanuba dog food has too many fillers in the ingredients. ... | |
| How much to feed Boston pup ; | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: How much should I be feeding a 16 week old Boston Terrier? She is currently 6.3 lbs. The guideline ... A: Best wishes on your NEW Boston puppy... Can you please tell me what Brand you are feeding your ... | |
| Boston Terrier losing her hair ; Environmental allergies of Boston Terrier; | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old boston terrier female who started losing her hair when she was 9 or 10 months ... A: Well, Mites can come back due to a poor or low immune system. I think that it may be good to have ... | |
| Eating habits | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I got my Boston Terrier on Friday, March 26th. She is 9 weeks old. She ate 1/4 of a cup of food that ... A: Oh, I am gald you did take her to the vet for stool analysis! The worms were taking away some of ... | |
| Boston Terrier losing her hair ; Environmental allergies of Boston Terrier; | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old boston terrier female who started losing her hair when she was 9 or 10 months ... A: JUST a little bit of skin dander under the microscope. JUST to rule out mange mites... ( they don't ... | |
| Sore Shoulder on Boston ; benadryl for pets; | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My name is Paul and I have a four year old purebred Boston Terrier. I took him for a walk ... A: I wonder if something bit him? He favors the area but is also scratching at it??? Sounds like some ... | |
| Louie is fat! Boston Terrier; | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: In my opinion - he is very fat! I don't know exact weight but I need a regimen for weight loss and ... A: there are some great foods on the market for Louie or we can do some home-cooking, too. Do you know ... | |
| Ideas to stop Licking ; Composure chews for anxious licking ; | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Any ideas to stop licking things all the time over and over? Thanks. Darin A: Excessive licking is a compulsive disorder in some pets. It helps them to get relief from anxiety. ... | |
| Boston with gass | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Have a Boston puppy that has the most noxious gas all day and night. Can't find a food that works. ... A: sure the Wellness Simple may be a good chocie. See if you can find this in your local pet store or ... | |
| Solid Gold WolfKing..Is it ok for small breeds too? | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: Frenchton ( he weighs 35 #'s that we have tried every dog food at every store. He either won't eat ... A: ... Also, give him some green peas or green beans. ( canned with no added salt) I can also give you ... | |
| my boston puppy feeding; | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: my boston is 3 months old, he is so great when were home with him he has no accidents in the house, ... A: What food ( brand and flavor) are you feeding your puppy? Also, I am thinking your pup is stressed ... | |
| bald spot & does not bark | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: My Maggie Sue is 10 months old. She has a bald spot on her left shoulder. I have taken her to a vet ... A: Cathy, Hi, Yes - the bald spots are common Boston problem... I have had great luck with the ... | |
| Unexplained Hair Loss in Boston Terrier; | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier Ozzy is almost 14 months old and has been losing hair for the past few months. ... A: Oh, Poor little Ozzy! I have a few ideas to help. He has a low or weak immune system and needs to ... | |
| boston Terrier Fur loss on back of ears ONLY; | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier is losing fur on back of his ears. That is the only place. We had him to the vet. ... A: Bostons tend to have this problem... Most of the time it is genetic or allergies. Glad you did see ... | |
| Boston's size @ 16wks | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: We are using a high quality food (no corn, meat byproducts) and allowing her to be able to eat ... A: Just feed your Boston 3 x per day/ Don't let her free feed all day. Glad you are using a food with ... | |
| hair loss in Boston dog ; | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: My Boston is 12 months old, she is red with white. She is fed Blue Buffalo food (hypoallergenic) ... A: Boston lost his hair; skin problems in Boston dog; **HI All! Bostons are prone to skin and ... | |
| Breathing and snorting boston terrier; | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: This is my second boston i grew up around them as well but this baby is my second one as an adult. ... A: I wonder if she has allergies? ( could be environmental??) Glad to hear she doesn't have any ... | |
| training my adult boston terrier | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: my adult boston rescue is not completely housebroken. She was 11 months when I adopted her. She was ... A: A.D.D. can play a role in this potty problem - I am not a behavior expert at all - I mainly deal ... | |
| training my adult boston terrier | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: my adult boston rescue is not completely housebroken. She was 11 months when I adopted her. She was ... A: Wonderful that you adopted this Boston Girl! I wonder if she way spayed very young and has some ... | |
| 12yo eating habits | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: Help! My 12yo female boston has developed horrible eating habits over the last year. Ther in-laws ... A: Ok, yes - Let's cook some home-made dog food for this kid. I don't blame her for wanting something ... | |
| Urinating Crate | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: If my Boston's urinary crystal problem is curred, how do I go about retraining him not to pee in his ... A: Well, he still could have some swelling from the infection and the crystals. Is there any way to ... | |
| 12yo eating habits | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: Help! My 12yo female boston has developed horrible eating habits over the last year. Ther in-laws ... A: I can give you some easy dog food recipes to cook up for her. Would you be willing to home-cook for ... | |
| Urinary crystals in Boston boy; | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: My Boston has been diagnosed with Urinary crystals. The vet switched his food about 4 wks ago. Now ... A: Well, I understand your concern. No fun cleaning up a wet crate all the time! It may take some time ... | |
| Heat and Vaginal Discharge in Boston; | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: My 10 month old boston is having vaginal discharge but isn't bleeding. Is it possible for her to be ... A: Yes, sounds like she is in season ( heat). The bleeding won't start for another 5 days or more. ... | |
| Very allergic Boston Terrier | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old male Boston Terrier. His name is Oliver. He has been suffering from skin ... A: Yes - let's cook for this boy and a good ( back-up) commercial food would be the Wellness Simple ... | |
| Very allergic Boston Terrier | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old male Boston Terrier. His name is Oliver. He has been suffering from skin ... A: Oh POOR Oliver! Yes, I would love to help you. I wonder if he has allergies to dust, dust mites, ... | |
| Female boston terrier heat; | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11 month old boston and she still hasnt gone into heat, is this normal? A: Yes Ronnie, they can be a late bloomer at 12 or even 13 months of age. My little Maltese did not ... | |
| Boston Terrier losing hair ; Innova Evo dog food for Boston; | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: my name is Kelly and I have a 1yr old Boston Terrier. She is balding behind and in front of her ... A: Boston Terrier fur loss ; bald spots on dog: Keep me posted on your girl..... Hi Kelly and Boston ... | |
| my boston lost the white hair on her neck; | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: now her neck instead of white hair has the skin, pink A: Do you see any fleas on this Boston? Any kind of bugs at all - I know your country is VERY HOT.. ... | |
| pregnant Boston nutritional needs; | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My boston is pregnant and due any day. Since this is my first litter I thought you could help me ... A: Boston Terrier puppies; any pups yet?; how is MOM doing? nesting..... Hi Stephanie: Yes, I ... | |
| my boston is losing hair; | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: her skin in her ears looks irritated and scaly shes scratching but i wouldn't say alot, not enough ... A: Please have your Boston checked by a vet. I wonder if she may have a low thryoid and will need ... | |
| Ears flop on Boston Terrier pup; | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier puppy is 8 1/2 weeks old. Two days ago his left ear started to flop over ... A: Best wishes on your new little Boston Terrier! This is normal for puppy ears to flop forward or ... | |
| canine weight gain ; dog too thin; | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: My Boston is about 1 1/2 years old and weights approx. 19lbs. I've tried many different foods but ... A: Canine Weight gain tips; Boston Terrier too thin: Hi Oscar, Solid Gold Barking at the Moon is a ... | |
| boston soft palate; | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I just noticed my 3 year old boston has a soft palate.....I mean, the roof of her mouth closest to ... A: Next time you see the vet bring this up. I know the back of the palate is very soft. As for near ... | |
| pink lip | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I recently noticed with my 2 yr old BT that her bottom lip has turned pink. what could that be? We ... A: Well, sometimes they can have changes in the pigmentation around the mouth or even eyes. If there ... | |
| Boston's and outdoor kennels ; | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: Have you ever used an outdoor chain link kennel? My 3 bostons love being outside when the weather ... A: Sorry you are having problems with strays. Yes, the fencing sounds great but a big stray will try ... | |
| Age when females can come into heat | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier is just 8 months old and she appears to have some slight swelling around her ... A: Well, yes, she can come into heat at 8 month of age. Sorry, but yes, they can come into season very ... | |
| My Adult Boston Goes in his crate | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a full-blooded Boston from the Vet last January and he just turned a year in July. He does ... A: How about mixing the pup food and the grain free food x 1 month - At a 50:50 mix... Look for Innova ... | |
| My Adult Boston potty in his crate; potty training adult boston; | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a full-blooded Boston from the Vet last January and he just turned a year in July. He does ... A: Potty training Adult Boston Terrier; Did you still need some help? What are you feeding this Boston? ... | |
| siezures | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: What are the chances my Boston will pass her diagnosed idiopathic epilepsy to her pups? Thank you. A: Oh, Bree is a cutie! I am not sure about the answer to this question. The idiophathic epilepsy ... | |
| BOSTON TERRIER rust colored coat; | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: my question is my bostons white fur is begining to turn a rust orange. He also is getting heavy ... A: The first thing that comes to mind in not enough iron in his foods. Low iron can make a black coat ... | |
| Join the free Breeding and Whelping group: | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier Lucy is 1 year and six months old. She went into heat for the 2nd time and i ... A: Yes, she could be pregnant. Join our little free group at yahoo... **they will help you. I am not a ... | |
| dog meat loaf recipe for Bostons; NuVET plus for Bostons; | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a 3 month old Boston Terrier puppy from a breeder a few weeks ago. When I picked her up ... A: Dog meatloaf: Let me know if you try it? Weight gain in Boston pup: How about my meatloaf recipe: ... | |
| Adding a 3rd boston to our family | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I currently have 2 boston terriers. The male Bob is 8. Hw was rescued from a puppy mill as a ... A: Wow, Your Boston Family sounds wonderful! I understand why you want another playmate for your Lucy ... | |
| Excessive licking in boston terrier; valerian herbs for anxious dogs ; | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: My 3 year boston terrier licks everything; people, sheets, couches until they are wet. Almost like ... A: How is your Boston Terrier doing now? Did you try any of my suggestions? Boston Terrier with ... | |
| Itchiness and mild twitching/seizing | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old Boston. A month ago I switched her to Science Diet lamb and rice, and I am ... A: The Science Diet is a very poor food with junk ingredients. I know your vet sells this product but ... | |
| gas bostons ; immune system booster nuvet; probiotics ; | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been feeding my two one year old bostons Pro Plan for Sensitive Skin & Stomach (twice daily) ... A: How about just putting the most itchy and gassy dog on the NuVET- Home cooking is very affordable... ... | |
| gas bostons ; immune system booster nuvet; probiotics ; | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have been feeding my two one year old bostons Pro Plan for Sensitive Skin & Stomach (twice daily) ... A: Oh Michelle, glad you contacted me...! Yes, we need to help your Boston's Immune system and gas. ... | |
| food and red rash on chest | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I am feeding beneful w/ salmon to speck since turning 14 months old approximately one month. Is this ... A: Innova Evo; Solid Gold dog food ( Barking at the Moon) - Did you find a new food: How about ... | |
| Boston puppies 10 days old with virus? ; puppy supplements ; | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I am worried, I have five Boston puppies born 8-21. They all seem to be very healthy hungry happy. ... A: Bostons and the flat faces... YES, I am glad you did see the vet... Wonderful - Glad they will all ... | |
| Boston Bull Barking/Aggression | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Our Boston, Ragalliegh (Rylee)9 mo./23lbs, is a high energy female who loves everyone. She is very ... A: we have some Experts that may be more educated than I on this problem. go here : they can help .... ... | |
| Boston puppies 10 days old with virus? ; puppy supplements ; | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I am worried, I have five Boston puppies born 8-21. They all seem to be very healthy hungry happy. ... A: Follow up / Did you take one pup to the Vet? Hi Wendy , How about taking just one pup into the ... | |
| boston's tissue on inside of eye swollen (next to nose) | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: My boston is 11 months old and he is very active. I noticed that the tissue to the bottom right of ... A: your dog may have scratched the inside corner of the eye. Keep and EYE on the EYE - if it gets ... | |
| vomiting boston terrier; boston terrier feeding ; nuvet ; nu vet for boston terrier; | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Last year my husband and i took in a 2 yr. old male boston terrier.He is the most loving and caring ... A: Natasha- Hello - Yes, I have a few ideas for you and your Boston Terrier. 1. Please raise up his ... | |
| Boston Terrier fur loss ; boston terrier allergies ; nuvet for bostons: | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a ten month year old Boston terrier and he has been getting bumps on his back and then they ... A: Boston Terrier feeding choices; Boston Terrier with allergies; Boston Terrier Nu vet supplements; ... | |
| paws bag balm ointment; nuvet for dry paws ; nuvet plus skin and coat wafers; | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: my boston is a year and seven months. i've noticed that her paws are getting a little rough. she ... A: Bag balm for Boston Terrier paws: Let me know how you do with the Bag Balm for the dry paws? Keep ... | |
| potty training | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: We recently added two beautiful Boston pups (11 weeks old) to our family and after two weeks we seem ... A: I can help with feeding and supplements - for the behavior and training please see our dog experts ... | |
| Boston with soft lump on chest ; | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: We have an 8 yr. old Boston Terrier, Barkley, whom we love so much. We have just found a soft lump ... A: Boston Terrier lump on chest: Please let me know if the Vet takes a biopsy of the area? It may ... | |
| health of canine joints, hips; nujoint plus alternative to steroids; | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Myboston recently threw out his back I have him on steroids and cage rest. I want to know if there ... A: How about we try some natural supplements --- Make sure you talk to the vet about lowering the ... | |
| Need help feeding boston pup w/ cleft lip | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: Our 3 yr old female gave birth to 6 boston puppies just 3 days ago. One of the pups has a cleft lip ... A: Zac - Hi - I need you to bring this pup to the vet - they can see if he is getting fluids into his ... | |
| Should I buy boston pup; | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I just saw the most adorable puppies. The woman that has the pups does not breed Boston's. She has a ... A: if they are healthy and up-to-date on the shots....Sure - Just make sure you ask for a final health ... | |
| My 1yr Old Boston vomits; gas and tagament dosage canine; | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: You've given me advice some time ago about the things I can do to alleviate some of my Boston's gas ... A: _________- Boston Terrier feeding and gas ____________ Hi again - Please let me know if you try the ... | |
| Mating boston terriers ; breeding age female boston terrier; | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: My female Boston (Roxie) has already been in heat once and now she is a year old. Is it too early to ... A: Boston Terrier Breeding - She is still too young. Please wait until she is 18 month old or older- ... | |
| Skinny boston sojo dog food; boston terrier needs to gain weight ; | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: My Boston will turn 2 yrs on July 21, she is small and thin, we feed her Iams I even feed puppy ... A: Did you try the SoJo dog food? Any results ? I love to follow-up with my Questions..... Just ... | |
| boston terrier hair loss ; boston thyroid? ; boston terrier supplements; | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: my 2 year old female boston terrier is losing alot of hair around her neck and it seems to be ... A: Boston Terrier Thyroid problems?; Excessive shedding in Boston Terrier; Boston Terrier hair loss ; ... | |
| boston expecting...and ? pitbull daddy: | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a boston that is 7 yrs old and got out and about while in her last heat.She had been gone for ... A: I am so sorry - Please get mom fixed after this...OK? As for the pups, yes- I think the only way to ... | |
| boston expecting...and ? pitbull daddy: | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a boston that is 7 yrs old and got out and about while in her last heat.She had been gone for ... A: Brandy - Please take her to the vet - I know you don't have much money but they may be able to work ... | |
| heart murmur in Boston terrier; | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have 4yr old Boston , Spanky. At his routine visit today the vet said he heard a slight heart ... A: _________ boston terrier with heart murmur ________________ Hi - Keep in touch with me .... I would ... | |
| My Boston Seamus blowing up & throwing up | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I Have a 5 1/2 year old Boston named Seamus. Seamus's belly swelled up real big, he also had loose ... A: Glad you did take him back for the fulids.... Yes, your vet is smart to suggest some probiotics. ... | |
| My Boston Seamus blowing up & throwing up | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I Have a 5 1/2 year old Boston named Seamus. Seamus's belly swelled up real big, he also had loose ... A: Gina, Please bring him back, to the vet, just to make sure he is not dehydrated. Also, ask them to ... | |
| HOW OLD SHOULD MY PUPPY BE TO GET GENERAL ANESTHETIC? | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Morning. I am looking for someone to help me...our Boston Terrier pup, Pixie, went in for a minor ... A: No, that was not a surgery that had to be done so soon. The vet could have given you instructions ... | |
| HOW OLD SHOULD MY PUPPY BE TO GET GENERAL ANESTHETIC? | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Morning. I am looking for someone to help me...our Boston Terrier pup, Pixie, went in for a minor ... A: Oh No! I am so sorry for your loss!!! I would not have done this eye surgery so young. The Boston ... | |
| dog food for boston terrier ; boston terrier health; | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a year old Boston Terrier. He has had diarrhea and very soft or loose stool since I got him ... A: Sure, I would love to help you and your Boston Terrier... I see what the problem may be - Digestion ... | |
| Boston Terrier losing hair; | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: My 11 month Boston Terrier seems to be shedding allot and i have noticed her inside back legs the ... A: Royal Canin has too many junk fillers ...I fed it and then could not believe when I looked at the ... | |
| open fontanel on Boston terrier; | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a two year old boston terrier, and I just adopted a 9 week old. When taking my new pup to ... A: I am not a breeder but I do have a few bulldog clients with open fontanels at 5-6 months of age. We ... | |
| Boston Terrier losing hair; | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: My 11 month Boston Terrier seems to be shedding allot and i have noticed her inside back legs the ... A: yes, like you mentioned, stress..... Also, it could be environmental allergies. Would you like me to ... | |
| boston terrior wont eat ; SoJo home cooking mix for Boston ; | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8 month old Boston Terrior who does not eat. I have a bulldog whos almost 3 and the Vet ... A: I wonder if you raise your Boston's Feeding dishes it will help. HE may be gulping in too much air ... | |
| 3 yr old BT change in eating habits; how about some SoJo home cooking? ; | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Our BT will be 3 this month. From the beginning, she has always gulped down her food immediately at ... A: ________________ Boston Terrier feeding -"SoJo" ___________________ Hi - Did you try the SoJo dog ... | |
| boston terrier baking soda bath and Probiotic; | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: my boston has been fixed over a year ago and did very well although just the other day he began ... A: ____________ Follow up _________ Baking soda bath: Kim, did you try the baking soda bath for your ... | |
| Boston Terrier just flops on the floor | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: My Boston does something that I think is a little worrisome. When he gets tired, sometimes just a ... A: well, this does sound odd to me! You can have the vet run some blood work on this kid. It may just ... | |
| weight managment boston terrier; dog food for boston terrier: | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: My female Boston "Marley" is 17 months old and weighs about 16 pounds. She's very petite for a ... A: Boston terrier dog food; overweight Bostons; FROMM dog food; Hello Stefanie and Boston! Sure - ... | |
| new mom boston loose stools; nuvet for bostons; metamucil for loose stools; | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: our Boston terrier just had puppies 1 week ago she still has diarrhea, the vet said rice and chicken ... A: Oh, no --- Liz - Please get her onto the NuVET Plus Powder - you can also give this to the pups ... | |
| vomitting and hair loss for boston Terrier; boston terrier skin condition ; | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: My 10 month old BT named Romeo is having some problems that has his daddy concerned (me) I am ... A: Wellness Dog food; Boston terrier allergy issues; Hello Kelly and Romeo: I wonder if he is just ... | |
| Adding Fiber | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an almost year old BT. Every kibble we have tried has made him have super soft stools. ... A: Well, the metamucil cookie can be given 2 x per day at 1/4 the amount. Sure, not a problem. As far ... | |
| Adding Fiber for boston terrier; metamcuil cookies for dogs; | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I have an almost year old BT. Every kibble we have tried has made him have super soft stools. ... A: Did you try the cookies for your Boston's fiber problem? HOW is your Boston kid doing now? Need any ... | |
| Boston Terrier throwing up ; raised feeding to reduce air; | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Boston Terrier he is a little over 5 months old. He has been throwing up each morning for ... A: I wonder if he is taking in too much air when he eats? How about feeding him Raised - If you can ... | |
| question about boston terrier breeding ; | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I have two Boston's one male and one female, and I'am getting ready to breed them for the first ... A: Please don't breed this gal yet..... 11 months is too young for her, as she need to be 18 months or ... | |
| Boston has upset stomach; immodium canine dosages; pepcid canine dosage; | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: My Boston and Frenchie has loose stools, they got in some BBQ drippings this past weekend. I have ... A: continue with the chicken and rice for another day or two. Give each kid some immodium - here are ... | |
| Licking inside of other dogs mouths | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11 month old Boston Terrier and a 2 year old Boston. They get along fabulously and are ... A: Well I think it may be just cleaning your other dogs. Some dogs like to clean the others face and ... | |
| 5 mo. boston vommiting; canine tagament dosage; pet nurse marie tagament; | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: Our little boston,Sox, vomits fairly often if not once or twice a day he seems unaffected by it and ... A: I would love to help you two !! How about we add a few things to his feeding program. 1. Please ... | |
| redness around mouth and paws boston; excessive licking allergies boston; nuvet allergies canine ; | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I have an 9month old Boston Terrier. He is quite large about 34lbs. I had a female that weighed ... A: Yes, he is a big Boston boy!!! I have one little Boston boy here right now licking my foot, he is ... | |
| Canidae Dog Food; Innova evo dog food; solid gold dog food; | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: With all the negative on line comments about the newer fomula of Canidae Dog Food is it still ... A: ..I have seen some info about this brand but because I don't refer to it, I just brushed it off. As ... | |
| Canidae Dog Food; Innova evo dog food; solid gold dog food; | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: With all the negative on line comments about the newer fomula of Canidae Dog Food is it still ... A: ___________ Follow up ___________ Hi Dee - How are you doing with the new food? ~~any feedback for ... | |
| weight boston terrier; target weight boston terrier; nuvet puppy vitamins; | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: At four months old my boston is 12 lbs. He is not fat at all. He looks good. How much do you think ... A: Ok, Well my answer is from experience. A male at 12 lbs at 4 months is a good size boy - As he gets ... | |
| Boston Terrier sneezing or forcing air out of nose | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 week old boston terrier and have had him for about 4 days. Most of last night and today ... A: I would like you to call a vet ASAP - I wonder if he has Kennel cough ??? Also, you will want to ... | |
| Boston terrier muscle; Mugleston's Pitbull farm states; barking at the moon food; | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to weight train my Boston terrier to gain muscle to get her bigger because I had a ... A: I am sorry your Boston was attacked by a larger dog! Sure, You can bulk up your Boston with some ... | |
| boston terrier at 6wks | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: There is a chance that i will be getting a boston terrier puppy when he is 6wks old , i just was ... A: I feel 6 weeks is too soon to leave mom and another 2 weeks will sure help the pup. Many times moms ... | |
| Boston Terrier Heat? | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old Boston Terrier, and it looks like she's in heat, her vulva become 10 times ... A: All is normal for her heat/ season... Don't worry - it all sounds the usual... YOU may want to see ... | |
| agressive boston terrier: territorial aggression : loss of pack leader; | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old Boston recently spayed. We got her as a very young puppy. At the time we had a ... A: Oh Kathy, with the loss of your husband and rat terrier she is anxious and has lost her pack... The ... | |
| Boston terrier with runny feces?? | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a yorkie puppy that is now 4 months old today. We took her to the vet and she had ... A: Many time the Adult dog will not get worms that a pup can get. YOU mentioned parasites? Do you ... | |
| Another puppy? boston terrier; pet nurse marie boston terrier expert; | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I currently have one boston terrier and she will be 2 in june. We would really like ... A: Sure why not another female? Just make sure at least one is spayed or both of them. I am sure they ... | |
| Extra Dew Claw; boston terriers; ask the pet nurse; | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: My dog is not a Boston Terrier, but a terrier mix. Her name is Pepper and she's 12 yrs. old. I've ... A: I don't believe they can grow an x-tra one like you have stated. As for the swollen paw pads of no ... | |
| My 8 mos Boston Terrier; digestion boston gas; excellent dog food : Pet nurse marie dog food reviews; | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: When is the best time to start tranisitioning my puppy from puppy dog food to adult dog food? ... A: Follow up : Hi guys! Did you start the new food yet? Is it helping??? The SoJO or did you try ... | |
| breeding bostons; boston terrier vitamins ; pet tabs nuvet; | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a male Boston he is 1 yr old and I just purchased a female she is only 8 weeks old. I heard I ... A: Yes, Emma, she should be 18 months or older which will be 2 heats. BEST to wait until she is 2 if ... | |
| boston terrier heat; boston terrier expert: pet nurse marie; | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: My boston terrier started her season almost 3 weeks ago at the age of 7 1/2 months. I first noticed ... A: Well, the vet did give you the correct info... She did go into heat young. That may be why she is ... | |
| innova dog food / Boston Terrier / NuVET and Salmon oil | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: .. I have an 11 month old Boston terrier, female, her name is Darcy. Right now she eats Innova ... A: the Innova Adult EVO food is fine for any healthy adult dog. The protein content can be a problem if ... | |
| Potty training/ Ask the Pet Nurse / Marie Peppers | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 month Boston Terrier and she will pretend to potty and then she comes in and runs to the ... A: I sure do understand your concern! OK, what are you feeding your gal? Brand and flavor? Also, what ... | |
| Not Eating! | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Marie My 2 yr.Boston refuses to eat dog food i tried everything and nothing works,we took him to the ... A: Not sure about kidney, don't think so..... Good vet? Call your local groomers and ask them who they ... | |
| Not Eating! | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: Marie My 2 yr.Boston refuses to eat dog food i tried everything and nothing works,we took him to the ... A: Ok Wendy, How about you make your own dog food? I have many clients that do this: YOU cook it up 1 ... | |
| mostly white Boston Terriers | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: my husband and I are also about to get an almost all white boston terrier and I am curious to know ... A: I have not heard back from them. Some people keep me posted monthly and some drop off the face of ... | |
| Boston Terrier/tremors | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: My Boston Terrier sometimes has spells when he shakes all over and hides from us. He also will not ... A: .. Very common in this breed and others.... We could try a supplement to help calm his nerves: ... | |
| Breeding MY 6yr old Male Boston | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: My Boston just turned 6 in Nov 08. Is he too old to breed? He is healthy and I adore him so much. ... A: No he is not too old to mate. Males can mate way over the average age of a female... SAME as with ... | |
| Puppy food? NuVET for Bostons - Supplements | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a six week old Boston terrier. He will eat hard puppy food but he does not chew it up at all. ... A: ...and then feed it to him. Also, raise his feeding - Get a raised feeding set up for him. So he ... | |
| Sensitive tummy! and a little underweight | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: We have a 2 yr.old boston he has a sensitive tummy and is very picky with food,he weight 16pounds ... A: I am sorry you are having trouble finding a good food. How about you try this: Get Barking at the ... | |
| Sensitive tummy! and a little underweight | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a 2 yr.old boston he has a sensitive tummy and is very picky with food,he weight 16pounds ... A: Sure I can help..... Have you made sure there are no worms? Most of the time 18 months or older ... | |
| Hair Loss | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old boston. When we first got her she had mange and it was treated with oral ... A: The meds for mange are very harsh and could have weakened your little Boston kid. Here are a few ... | |
| Housebreaking | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: We just got a 6 mo. old boston female and are working on housebreaking. She is tiny and when we ... A: not much help on this except to potty her outside within 10 minutes of eating a meal.... Put a ... | |
| feeding 2 yr boston terrier | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: Currently i feed him in the morning and night, he is very active and has lots of energy to burn. ... A: Do you want to add another food to your program? Can you find the Solid gold brand: ???? Add some ... | |
| Skinny BT | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: My BT is 15 months and I cant get her to gain weight. I feed her iams puppy and I even make her rice ... A: Ok Amanda, Let's fix this kid up! I am glad she has seen the vet and has been Cleared from ... | |
| Skinny BT | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: My BT is 15 months and I cant get her to gain weight. I feed her iams puppy and I even make her rice ... A: I can offer you some much better foods than the Iams. Are you in the USA or other? I would be glad ... | |
| 6 months boston terrier with leg pain on back will not place foot on ground | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: have any suggestions as to what could have happened I have no idea how he hurt his leg. A: Well, you can wait a day or two and see. PUPS tend to bounce back very quick! I would think he ... | |
| Sleeping through the night / Boston Terrier | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: Our Boston is now 5 months old, he was good with the crate for the first month. Now he is waking at ... A: Sorry, this is a phase and it will pass in time. Please go over to our behavior experts with this: ... | |
| Boston Terrier allergy | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: We have a Terrier that is 1yr and 1 month old. He is very red on his chest and around his mouth. ... A: Excellent! Glad you will try the Probiotic and the NuVET Plus.... The Probiotic is guaranteed for ... | |
| Boston Terrier allergy | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: We have a Terrier that is 1yr and 1 month old. He is very red on his chest and around his mouth. ... A: Make sure your vet knows any vitamins or supplements you place your little one on. Ok, here is what ... | |
| Boston Terrier allergy | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: We have a Terrier that is 1yr and 1 month old. He is very red on his chest and around his mouth. ... A: Also, what medication is your little one on for the next 2 months....? I can help with a few ... | |
| hair loss | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: my boston is 10 months old. she has lost some hair well a lot of hair behind her ears...and now ... A: Well, that is good news. The only thing I can think of is Thyroid... Next time you go in for your ... | |
| Supplemental puppy feedings | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: My sweet little Boston girl (Domino) gave birth to 8 beautiful healthy puppies( her first litter) on ... A: !! I am going to have you go to this person for help: our breeding and whelping experts: Ask Penny ... | |
| Boston Mix pregnant | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a Boston-Chihuahua mix, Tootsie, who is about 14 months old and is pregnant. This happened ... A: ..OK here is a link: Good Luck Ask Penny ... | |
| Hair Loss- Let's try some supplements like NuVET and .... | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old boston terrier who is not neutered. 3 years ago he began to loose his hair. We ... A: .. Wow! We can try some supplements to help your boy with is Skin, coat and immune system... It the ... | |
| whelping | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: Female Boston had 8 puppies 5 weeks ago. Puppies doing great, but mother looks like skin and bones ... A: Oh No! Poor Boston Mom! Yes, let's help this gal. Will she eat her meals? I would like you to put ... | |
| breeding age | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: six year old female, very healthy, registered, does not know she is a dog! We really wish to let ... A: Ok, is she too old? Well, no your girl is not too old at all. As long as the VET gives her a ... | |
| brat dog | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: We just purchased 2 brat dogs(boston rat terriers) What should we feed them? And what manners ... A: Desiree - OH Boy! WELL, they will be a bunch of Fun and energy!! I would feed them a good kibble ... | |
| Boston eating poop | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a boston his name is Oscar, everytime i walk him or take him to the dog park he eats poop. I ... A: this is a behavior problem and the muzzle is a good idea. Or a gentle leader / here is a link: ... | |
| Potty training | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a beautiful one year old Boston Terrier who will often relieve herself in the house. We've ... A: Roni - Hi - well, are you sure it is not medical? Sometimes the females can get a UTI and that is ... | |
| Boston urination behavior | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I don't know if this is a breed-specific phenomenon but I wondered if you have observed this ... A: Jed - sounds very odd - I wonder if it is a little behavior along with health related??? 3 yrs old? ... | |
| is my BT pure bred? | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: We are going tomorrow to pick out a Boston Terrier puppy. We really don't care if it is pure bred ... A: Jennifer - I have had brown ( fawn) BT doggie here at my doggie hotel... I would think it is a ... | |
| breeding boston terriers | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: Is it true that Boston terriers have to have their puppies delivered by surgery only due to the size ... A: Yes, the Boston breed 90% of the time will have a C-section. The heads are just too big for the ... | |
| pregnant?? | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: We mated our female Boston with our daughters Boston. we locked them in the bathroom right away but ... A: You can take her to the vet for a blood test. It would be a good idea to have a vet see her. Many ... | |
| My oldest Boston is attacking her two year old off-spring on behalf of another Boston. | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a four-year-old female, her two, two-year-old daughters, and a one and a half year old ... A: Oh Susan: This is sad but very common - Pack Order can change - I have a friend that wrote a book ... | |
| Dis-coloured quick under my boston's nails | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old male boston terrier. Just over the last couple of month's I've noticed that the ... A: Jackie - this is a common problem. YOUR little Boston kid has too much acid in the saliva. This ... | |
| BT with thinning hair | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: My BT is two years old. He has always had a sensitive stomach and recently (since the beginning of ... A: Oh NO! Sounds like he had been on the Ivermectin too long...! If it was the Mange ( mites) the ... | |
| Pregnancy | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I have two wonderful loving kids (Boston Terriers), a 2 year old female Boston terrier (Molly), and ... A: Mojo can father some pups. It is a low chance but doggies with one testicle can father a litter. ... | |
| Boston Terrier Sick | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: My two year old Boston has been to the vet three time this month and they say he is fine. He started ... A: Wow Alex! The worms could have much to do with your boy's problems. Also, this type of dog can have ... | |
| My BT keeps biting and licks his paws | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I've noticed sometimes at night my Boston Terrier will begin to bite and constantly lick his paws, ... A: It will take 30 to 60 days for just about any nutritional supplement to kick in. YOU need to build ... | |
| Walking my 7 month old Boston in winter | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: We love to walk, we walk 45 min after work. Winter is coming. I live in upstate NY. I have a ... A: I have been very ill with a sinus infection. Ok, sounds like you have done a good job with your ... | |
| New to bostons | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I have grown up around large breeds all my life which range from Sheep dogs to German Shepherds. I ... A: .. I wonder if another dog was in that apartment and marked??? Even if the rug was washed the dogs ... | |
| pregnant boston terrier. | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I was housesitting my mothers male who is only 8 months old and I came around a corner and he was ... A: what is done is done...right? As for the c-section situation, yes, this is very common for a ... | |
| Skin Irritation | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: My 8 month old Boston, Dixie, has developed a red, rough, slightly swollen spot on her belly near ... A: that is ok... What does this gal eat? Brand and flavors//// Any table foods? How long has she had ... | |
| small liters | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: We desparately want offspring from our 10 year old male and 4year old female. The last two liters ... A: My little Maltese was just one out of her litter. Mom and Dad always had at least three and this ... | |
| Crate | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old, female,spayed boston and 2 days ago we acquired a 1yr, non-spayed female boston. ... A: Place the crate in another room and put the radio on. Cover the door of her crage with a light ... | |
| Butters Peabody Sowards | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: Marie!!!! Ok, I must tell you I have had pets before but I HAVE NEVER loved them as I love Butters. ... A: .. can you send it again... ??? He sounds very very smart. As far as the bow...not sure on that - ... | |
| "merging" 2 bostons. | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old, female,spayed boston and 2 days ago we acquired a 1yr, non-spayed female boston. ... A: OH Sara! Two females - the baby wants to be the Alpha.... right? YOU have no choice but to crate ... | |
| Boston Terrier - he licks a lot and has recently developed some spots on his chest | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Boston Terrier that has recently developed some yellowish spots on this chest. ... A: This food has so many junk fillers in it.. I know you think it is a good food but it is just ... | |
| Big round bump on right side cheek | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: Approximately three day ago I noticed the right side of my dogs cheek was swollen. Then yesterday, ... A: Ok, clean it with some hydrogen peroxide and water mix... ( use some cotton balls to get into the ... | |
| Big round bump on right side cheek | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: Approximately three day ago I noticed the right side of my dogs cheek was swollen. Then yesterday, ... A: Give this boy some Benadryl 25 mg now and 25 mg in the morning. If the swelling doesn't go down ... | |
| breeding my female boston terrier | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: My female boston terrier is 10 days into her second heat, as we speak, she is with a male at his ... A: that may help. If there is an area for the new bitch and this stud to be alone, it may help. Also, ... | |
| Boston Terrier - he licks a lot and has recently developed some spots on his chest | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Boston Terrier that has recently developed some yellowish spots on this chest. ... A: ... Thus, the excessive licking! ( a common problem) Also, he may have developed some obsessive ... | |
| Boston Terrier - NuVET Plus Wafers and Innova or Wellness Formulas | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I am getting a puppy very soon and have not been able to find the food that the breeder has her on ... A: I Shelly - Diamond is an ok food - there are better out on the market - here are some that I like - ... | |
| Seizures and Epilepsy?? | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a female Boston Terrier, Callie, who is just shy of turning 10 months old. I've had her since ... A: ... This can happen to many breeds, it is not just a Boston disease. It is hard to say if this was ... | |
| panting dog | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a 8 year old Boston terrier who for the past two months has been panting all the time for no ... A: she doesn't look overweight - but close... As for the panting, hard to say - Did she have an allergy ... | |
| I need help with my girls please | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: First of all I love my Boston babies all of them! We originally got Hercules who is 10, he's just ... A: Wow Maggie - I understand your pain! I think you need a behavior expert to come over to your place ... | |
| bleeding from anus area | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: our four year old female Boston is bleeding a great deal from her anus area. What can it be> A: . Also, sometimes it is a virus in the intestines. You may want to see a vet if it is more than a ... | |
| Boston fear aggression | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I LOVE LOVE LOVE my 2 1/2 year old Boston to death! Brutus is a neutered, gorgeous Choc Brown/Red ... A: Wow, thanks for all the info...it helps me to see the whole picture... I can see you love your boy. ... | |
| Boston nose | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: the creases of her nose are pretty red and inflamed,I was wondering if there is a specific way to ... A: you should be cleaning the folds and creases every day or so. The pet stores sell some wipes to use ... | |
| Boston Terrier looks sad. | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old Boston who used to be so loving and playful. I take him on three walks a day ... A: Ok, The move with the Fiance is a big change in his pack. He needs to feel as he is part of the new ... | |
| Boston Terrier looks sad. | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old Boston who used to be so loving and playful. I take him on three walks a day ... A: something is wrong here! Please answer the following questions: 1. Have there been any new changes ... | |
| Puppy weight | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: We just purchased our first Boston puppy a week ago. He is 9 weeks old. At his vet visit today he ... A: I know they will grow rapidly with first 4-8 months of age. I would assume that his poundage is ... | |
| boston terriers respiratory system | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: i just got a Boston and was told her respiratory system was sensitive i know nothing about the breed ... A: Ok, yes, I have some suggestions.. First off, keep in contact with your vet for immunizations and ... | |
| boston terriers respiratory system | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: i just got a Boston and was told her respiratory system was sensitive i know nothing about the breed ... A: Eileen - I would love to work with you and your new Boston on foods, supplements, and oils... What ... | |
| 5 month old female puppy | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: i have a beautiful brown and white Boston Terrier female. I think she might have a hearing problem, ... A: ...depends -- We have some wonderful breeding experts --- on this site : they answer many questions ... | |
| Breeding Boston's | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: Me and my girlfriend have a 15 pound Boston and we have been trying to mate him a female that is ... A: ..just one per day - it helps ....with the ties... Also, put them both on NuVET Plus - Many ... | |
| 5 month old female puppy | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: i have a beautiful brown and white Boston Terrier female. I think she might have a hearing problem, ... A: .. not too common but I have bumped into them during my travels. Don't worry, they can live a very ... | |
| boston terrier | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 12 week old boston terrier puppy and i was just wondering what brand of dog ... A: a new little Boston !!!! So cute! Ok, the food you are feeding can be mixed with any new food- Do ... | |
| boston terrier hair loss | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: My Boston terrier started losing her hair behind her ears and now it has spread out to her belly, ... A: .. It is a skin and coat supplement and Immune System Booster/Healer... Developed by VETs and ... | |
| boston terrier hair loss | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: My Boston terrier started losing her hair behind her ears and now it has spread out to her belly, ... A: Here is my suggestions for your girl.. Change her food over to Innova Evo - give her your old food ... | |
| Best Food for my Boston | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I got a 2 year old boston terrier male about two weeks ago. The previous owner feed him petigree ... A: Great ! I would love to help you and your girl.. Bostons have a tendency to have gas! I know what ... | |
| boston terrier pregnancy?? | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: female is in her 2nd heat cycle. kids let out male boston and we have caught them locked together ... A: Most bostons do have c-sections. If you don't want her to have puppies, please get her spayed ASAP. ... | |
| boston terrier sick? | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: My girlfriend and I just got a an 11 week old boston terrier. The cutest thing I've ever seen ... A: Devin, Glad the vet too the x-rays of his little chest! When you do the Chest Physical Therapy just ... | |
| boston terrier sick? | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: My girlfriend and I just got a an 11 week old boston terrier. The cutest thing I've ever seen ... A: I would get this little one to the VET ASAP. Things can change over night after a transfer by ... | |
| Boston Terrier Puppies | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a Boston terrier who we bred and exactly a week later we caught her locked with a rat ... A: I am not the welping and breeding expert but, I believe you are correct in thinking that there could ... | |
| underweight Boston | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I rescued a stray dog and managed to find his owner and returned the dog. He was a neutered male ... A: Well, there are many Bostons who can show some ribs... I am wondering why his claws are so long. If ... | |
| sick Buddy | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: First I have taken Buddy my 3 year old male to the Vet 4 times in the last 2 weeks. I am wondering ... A: Oh, poor Buddy! I am thinking there are a few things going on here....remember, I am not a vet, ... | |
| red spots on belly | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: My Boston has red spots that have recently appeared on her chest and belly. She does not dig or ... A: (?) What you can do is give 1 benadryl ( 25mg) every 12 hrs. If the area gets better, then you know ... | |
| How often should the female be mated? | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: If we are trying to go for a larger litter size Only because she is 17pounds trying to make less ... A: You need to ask the welping and breeding experts... You are getting over my head...Sorry, I just ... | |
| When should her heat cycle come? | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: She was 17 pounds and male was 15.. My question for you now is how often does a boston usally have ... A: Glad you had the testing done! The Heat cycle will come every 6-8 months... Yes, she is due for the ... | |
| dog | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: my dog has been really sick hes a rat terrier and hes been throwing up and has really bad diharea ... A: Can you get him to the vet? I bet he is dehydrated and needs fluids. The vet can also give him ... | |
| breeding boston | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: okay heres my question. I have a 2 year old male. I was contacted by a friend to see if i would ... A: He needs (1 )200 IUs per day ...( vit E comes in IU doses) As for the tie, well, the answer is yes ... | |
| breeding boston | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: okay heres my question. I have a 2 year old male. I was contacted by a friend to see if i would ... A: Give your boy some Vitamin E ( 200 IU. per day) - Contine this for 1 week or a little more. It ... | |
| boston terrier | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: my boston is going to have puppies, and i took her to the vet, they suggested that we go ahead and ... A: It is not the weight that is a major concern for C section... The problem is with the pelvis area ... | |
| Boston having first litter HELP | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: This is my Boston's first litter and my first Boston litter. She has a sack about half way out and ... A: Call your local vet... She should only take 10-20 minutes to deliver the pup... If not, make sure ... | |
| boston terrier | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: my boston is going to have puppies, and i took her to the vet, they suggested that we go ahead and ... A: Well, the vet may have measured her and decided it would be very hard on her to deliver the pups. ... | |
| Boston Terrier | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: My four year old Boston terrier is throwing up clear thick liquided.. Mostly in the morning after ... A: If he vomits up this clear stuff often, I would have him checked out by the vet. I was thinking he ... | |
| Breeding Boston's | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 year old Boston female she has started her 2nd heat cycle and I have a beautiful male ... A: I don't feel there will be a problem at all. You may want to take her to the vet and have the ... | |
| potty training a boston terrier | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: My dog max goes outside to poop just fine during the day, but at night time while we are sleeping he ... A: The key is his feeding times and brand that you feed. Let me explain: First of all: If you are ... | |
| Boston Male | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: My 3 year old in tacked Boston Terrior will not stop humping my sons 1 1/2 year old neutered beagle. ... A: Oh, I understand your situation. The water bottle may work.. Just give a good squirt into his face. ... | |
| Boston Male | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: My 3 year old in tacked Boston Terrior will not stop humping my sons 1 1/2 year old neutered beagle. ... A: Sorry, this won't stop because of Dominence and hormones: The only solution is to have him ... | |
| Boston Terrier Shedding | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a female boston terrier about 3 1/2 years old. She is in the house almost all the time ... A: Oh Boy, I feel bad for both of you kids!!! Bostons can shed but not that much, as you know... Here ... | |
| Boston Terrier "runt" | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: We just got our 2nd Boston Terrier and she is the smallest I have ever seen. She is 10 weeks old and ... A: Some Bostons can be small and petite in size. I am sure she has seen a vet for the first 2 sets of ... | |
| tucker my boston | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 9 months old boston, I have had him for only 2 weeks. Overall a great dog. The only thing ... A: Have you tried a Halti ??? Here is the link. This will help a bunch. Try to find a pet store you ... | |
| Boston | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased the most handsome boston Boy pup i've ever seen.On the 2 1/2 hr trip home he ... A: I am sure he is healthy and handsom! It would be wise to bring this little guy into the vet for a ... | |
| boston question | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: 5 yr old boston that i rescued his previous owners were having issues with time and potty training! ... A: Wow, this sounds very odd for this little Boston boy! ***The Boston Terrier longs to be by their ... | |
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