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About Patti
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Expertise
To date, I've owned 7 dogs, all of which have lived into old age. Having cared for them in all stages of life, I feel I can offer sound advice to other pet owners, and people considering getting a dog. I am knowledgeable about the AKC (American Kennel Club) dog breeds, training and exercise, caring for sick and elderly pets, feeding, as well as many holistic treatments pets can benefit from. My only request is that you write me using standard English and punctuation.

Experience
My life experience in this field is more like "on the job training" rather than an actual degree in animal welfare. You may benefit from my experiences over the past 30 years. Aside from the dogs I've owned, I'm also involved in "breed rescue" and have fostered several dogs, all of which have been adopted to wonderful "forever homes". I find helping people who want a dog very rewarding.
   

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under weight standard poodle11/24/2009Patti
  Q: I have a ten year old standard poodle, who has always had digestion issues. He had bloat surgery and ...
  A: You didn't say how often you feed your dog. Eating several smaller meals (3 or 4) throughout the day ...
my dog has been bitten11/24/2009Patti
  Q: my dog has been bitten and the wound looked like it didn't brake the skin. it just had a little red ...
  A: You shouldn't try to pop the infection. Apply a warm compresses for about 10 minutes 2-3 times per ...
Is my dog being a brat at the dog run or just a dog?11/24/2009Labman
  Q: Ruby is my 13 month old husky/shiba inu mutt. I love her and boy, is she a sweetie. Since adopting ...
  A: I am not sure what to do. Recruit some others that want to let their dog play, and claim a corner ...
Pet11/24/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: 1. How do I teach my dog to potty train? 2. I have a miniature pinscher, when will he an adult? in ...
  A: 1. Crate him when he cannot be watched, and let him outside after he wakes, after he eats, and after ...
Puppies or Dogs11/24/2009Susan Potts
  Q: 1. What do I used to brush my dog or puppy's teeth beside tootbrush and still make it clean? 2. Can ...
  A: Min Pins do shed, but the hair is so short you probably don't notice. Use a Oatmeal type shampoo, ...
Is my dog being a brat at the dog run or just a dog?11/23/2009Labman
  Q: Ruby is my 13 month old husky/shiba inu mutt. I love her and boy, is she a sweetie. Since adopting ...
  A: Many younger dogs love rough play. His dog was likely having a great time. I claim to be able to ...
feeding my pekingnese11/23/2009Labman
  Q: i have a 4 year old pekingnese bitch , she is an ex-show dog that was given to me 12 months ago. i ...
  A: Show dogs are quite often kept over weight. Did you evaluate her as shown in that link? Unless she ...
introducing dogs11/23/2009Melissa Wiser
  Q: We recently got an 18month male alaskan malamute who we were told was fine with other dogs. Before ...
  A: That is the problem when you take two older males and try to work them in the same environment. ...
licking and humping11/23/2009Patti
  Q: My boyfriend and I adopted a neutered sheltie puppy estimated at around 8 months to 1 year in June ...
  A: You didn't say if your dog has been neutered. This can help stop at least some of the humping, ...
Japanese Chim healthy but wouldn't even try Recovery food when offered by vet11/23/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: My Japanese Chin will not eat ANY kind of dog food, even the high end brands. Advice has been leave ...
  A: First, my opinion of Science Diet is that it is a product that I will NOT feed my dogs. Most of ...
Japanese Chin Won't Eat Dog Food11/23/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: My Japanese Chin will not eat ANY kind of dog food, even the high end brands. Advice has been leave ...
  A: Your dog isn't eating dog food because she knows if she has some patience you will give in and feed ...
pooping in crate at night11/23/2009Christine (Chris) Vassonei, APDT
  Q: We have a 7 month old english cocker spaniel. We got her when she was 4 months old. She hadn't ...
  A: Stacy, Housebreaking a dog is very similar to potty-training a child. While you're going through ...
potty training on both pee pad and outside11/23/2009Patti
  Q: we are just about to get our first pet in our apartment and i wonder how we can train him using the ...
  A: Tying to train a puppy to use house-training pads, and also to go outside is really confusing to the ...
feeding my pekingnese11/23/2009Labman
  Q: i have a 4 year old pekingnese bitch , she is an ex-show dog that was given to me 12 months ago. i ...
  A: The easiest way for a dog owner to assure their dog is getting the complete and balanced diet it ...
Male dogs fighting11/22/2009Patti
  Q: I read your answer to a previous question about 2 male dogs fighting. Your reply was to have them ...
  A: Dogs neutered late may continue to show aggression. Habitual behaviors aren't changed by neutering. ...
Female dog mounting 10 mth old son11/22/2009Christine (Chris) Vassonei, APDT
  Q: We have had her just over a week and she has recently started Humping our 10 month old son. She will ...
  A: When females mount, it is an act of dominance, not a “sexual” behavior. Just out of curiosity, do ...
pepcid11/21/2009Shelley Davis
  Q: Is calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide dangerous to dogs?
  A: Calcium carbonate is a common pet food ingredient and is completely safe. Calcium carbonate is an ...
Type of Breed11/21/2009Kristin
  Q: I have been really wanting to buy a dog. I would love the companionship, and I know that my parents ...
  A: The best 3 breeds would either be a shi tzu,a Miniature Poodle or a Standard Poodle,all three are ...
Type of Breed11/21/2009Melissa Wiser
  Q: I have been really wanting to buy a dog. I would love the companionship, and I know that my parents ...
  A: A Poodle would probably be your best bet with the Hypoallergenic option...there are better breeds to ...
Jealousy over new dog11/21/2009Nancy Perry
  Q: I recently brought home a 10-week-old pomeranian puppy to join my 9-year-old rat terrier and ...
  A: Cara, Keep them separate unless you are there to supervise..This is typical in jealous dogs. You ...
My Dachshund Is having Extreme Stomach pain11/21/2009Patti
  Q: My 8 year old dachshund spayed female is having extreme stomach pain. Last week she was crying, ...
  A: Because I am not a vet I can't tell you exactly what is going on with your dog. What I can tell ...
my siberian husky wont eat i need help11/21/2009Kristin
  Q: My baby (Siberian husky) shay just turned 2 on Oct, 18. she has always been a very picky eater but ...
  A: the best way is to not give her treats,steak ect And ONLY give her her dog food,at most she won't ...
aggressive behavior11/21/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: I have 2 shih tzu's one is mild manored and pretty laid back when she meets another dog she will ...
  A: If this dog isn't spayed, spay her; it might tone down her attitude a bit. Get her into obedience ...
Puppies or Dogs11/20/2009Susan Potts
  Q: 1. What do I used to brush my dog or puppy's teeth beside tootbrush and still make it clean? 2. Can ...
  A: Don't waste your money on Hartz products, they just don't work. Best is Frontline - you need to ...
bull mastiff mix11/20/2009Patti
  Q: just recently found a stray bull mastiff mix , his head is big , his eyes are clear and he eats ...
  A: It's great you were able to take this dog in! You need to have the dog examined by a vet to really ...
Little yellow spots on blanket from puppy11/20/2009Melissa Wiser
  Q: We recently rescued a bloodhound mix dog from the humane society. She is almost 6 months old. We let ...
  A: Some females do pee to mark their territory, but, I thought your dog was a male.. I think she may be ...
Bones for dogs that will be euthanized11/20/2009Kristin
  Q: I am working with a high-kill animal control trying to place/rescue the animals. We are having a ...
  A: Yes raw beef bones are the best esp for larger dogs-so thats what i would go with I also want to ...
My Male Pitbull Year 1/2 Old11/20/2009Susan Potts
  Q: I live in a hotel in FL, and i dont have a backyard to frequently let my dog bubba out, and i raised ...
  A: Peeing on the bed is a sign of discontent. He is telling you that he needs more time with you. I ...
Mini Schnauzer in heat11/20/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: Is there any way we can tell with 95 to 100% confidence that our mini is DONE with heat? She has ...
  A: "About three weeks ago" could still have her fairly breedable if your memory is off at all. Next ...
8 yr. old pekingese11/20/2009Patti
  Q: I have an 8 yr old Peke, when she was a puppy we fed her pedigree puppy then I switched to regular ...
  A: To see if the diet the problem here, you can try a food trial. This is a controlled method of ruling ...
Scratching11/20/2009Labman
  Q: My 8 month old puppy who is 11 lbs was given HYDROXYZINE HCL 10MG for his allergies and it worked. I ...
  A: The dose is up to 2 mg per pound of body weight every 8 hours. You might want to start with 10-15 ...
sick dog. milkbone to blame?11/19/2009Karen Brittan
  Q: im wondering if he ate too much of the milkbone and has caused something wrong with his stomach ...
  A: Some dogs will refuse food if they have an upset stomach, but the fact that he "seems weaker and ...
Little yellow spots on blanket from puppy11/19/2009Melissa Wiser
  Q: We recently rescued a bloodhound mix dog from the humane society. She is almost 6 months old. We let ...
  A: I am sure he is marking his territory in your bed...by spraying, so, I would keep a good eye on him ...
2 behavioral questions, please.11/19/2009Christine (Chris) Vassonei, APDT
  Q: I've picked up 2 female dogs from the pound but I know all about them as I know the family who ...
  A: From what I'm understanding, these two dogs have had a relationship before coming to your home. As ...
food & grooming tips for 11 yr S. husky/wolf11/19/2009Susan Potts
  Q: I've picked up a S. Husky/wolf (1/4) female from the pound. She is 11 yrs old and a little ...
  A: Bless you heart for adopting and eleven year old with some health issues. Most people pass these ...
INDUCING HEAT CYCLE11/19/2009Nancy Perry
  Q: I'M LOOKING FOR THE NAME OR NAMES OF MEDICATION(S) THAT I CAN GIVE MY BITCH TO INDUCE HER HEAT ...
  A: When I called my vet to ask the name of the shot he had given my dog years ago...He said they don't ...
My dog has spots that keep bleeding11/19/2009Patti
  Q: I have a four year old male lab x staff. He has lumps under his chin(look a bit like boils) which ...
  A: Dogs can develop acne on their chins, lips, or muzzle. The condition starts at puberty around 5 to ...
possessive dog11/19/2009Susan Potts
  Q: I have a 3 year old poodle, she is a very sweet dog, but lately she has been charging at anybody who ...
  A: I have seen this same behavior in a dog I had years ago. I am not a behavior expert so I am not ...
Dog and pee11/19/2009Shelley Davis
  Q: i have a 1 and a half yr old dog he is a sharpay golden husky mix and we got him from the pound a ...
  A: Pushing a dog's nose into the pee is not only ineffective but damaging to the psychological nature ...
German Shepard11/18/2009Patti
  Q: I'd like to know what is best to feed my boy ( he is 90-100# German Shepard named Husker ) whom has ...
  A: I'm glad you found my response helpful. Actually, Pup-A Roni beef sticks aren't a very good treat, ...

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