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About Shelley Davis
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Expertise
Cageless Country Boarding, Holistic Health Concerns, Behavorial Concerns.

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Crusader in the founding of Dog Runs in NYC Parks, instrumental in changing the law in NY State which allows Pet Facilitate Therapy into Acute Care Hospitals, accomplished artist and craftsperson, certified by Red Cross in pet first aid, pioneer in Children Reading To Dogs program in Ulster Co. NY, founder of Bed & Biscuit:Where Dogs Run Free, www.bednbiscuit.com/
   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Shelley Davis 
In Category  Dogs

SubjectDate Asked

concerned9/2/2008
  Q: I have a mini dachshund that seems to be infatuated by his backside.Whenever I look he is turned ...
  A: Usually when a dog is licking his rear end it is worms/parasites, or needing the anal glands ...
help my dog is having puppies8/29/2008
  Q: I saw the clear sack about two hours ago and nothing else has happen is my baby going to die how ...
  A: I don't understand why a 10 year old is breeding? This should only be done by a responsible ...
dog vomiting8/26/2008
  Q: Is it normal for small dogs to vomit every so often like once a week?
  A: You haven't described the kind of vomit your dog is having..it could be his entire meal or some ...
dog poop7/18/2008
  Q: My dog is four years of age, she has been pooping this very light pale, yale poop lately, and it is ...
  A: What you are describing sounds like the type of poop that comes out of dogs that eat raw meat and ...
Nutritional Requirements for B&T Coonhound7/17/2008
  Q: I'm not sure if you are the right person I should speak with but I was attracted to your holistic ...
  A: Sorry about the delay..computer was on the fritz. All the brands of food that you mentioned would ...
My dog7/15/2008
  Q: My Dog is an Akita he is 13 years old, he now pees and poops everywhere and has no control, he does ...
  A: From what you've described, your aging dog needs to be seen as soon as possible by a veterinarian. ...
Washing The Dog7/10/2008
  Q: If I have an Organic Body Wash, is it safe to say it is probably ok to wash my dog with it too?
  A: The answer to your question regarding Organic Body Wash is, no! Organic doesn't necessarily mean ...
bald spots in coat7/7/2008
  Q: hey, i have a 10 week old black great dane puppy. she has been dewormed twice and is UTD. she had ...
  A: I had answered this question but for some reason it came back to me. The bald spots could be from a ...
yellow lab 9 months7/6/2008
  Q: Wha does swimming in a pool do to a dog with cholrine and all?
  A: Chlorine is toxic to both humans and animals. Dogs are very sensitive and might become ill from the ...
excessive eating and drinking7/3/2008
  Q: My 2 year old German Shep/lad mix has been excessively eating and drinking water. He also has ...
  A: It is imperative that your dog be examined by a vet. It sounds like a worms situation to me and he ...
will running trigger hip problem7/2/2008
  Q: we have a 1 yr old golden retriever which looks and acts normal, but my daughter worries her dog has ...
  A: Running and playing will not cause a hip problem. A hip problem is usually genetic or stems from ...
unusal behavior during heat7/1/2008
  Q: My peek a poo has come into heat three times and toward the end of her cycle she whines and wants to ...
  A: Constant licking is often a sign of stress. The licking is a means of self calming. Apparently ...
dog6/30/2008
  Q: i know a lot of dogs r scared of fire works an loud bangs but this one in a half year beagle goes in ...
  A: The first thing you can do is to give your dog a spot where she feels the more comforted. For many ...
Dog urination problems6/29/2008
  Q: My dog urinates at least 12 times a day, is that normal? She is 3 years old and just had puppies. ...
  A: I would suggest that you allow your dog access to water and feed her twice a day, in the morning and ...
is this dog good for kids?6/28/2008
  Q: my husband came home with an 11 week old American staffordshire terrior. i had never heard of it ...
  A: A dog is as good as it is raised to be. My suggestion is to read up on puppy training and work with ...
daschund has big bumps on his belly and nose looks a little swollen in spots6/26/2008
  Q: My dashchund is almost 3 years old and he has had fleas and we are consistently working on getting ...
  A: It sounds like your dashchund has a flea allergy or allergy to what you've been using to treat the ...
what should i do6/24/2008
  Q: Hey I have a baby begal that is 7 weeks old can you guys tell me how much should I feed him and what ...
  A: It's imperative that your dog be seen by your vet to make sure all is well, for puppy vaccinations, ...
dog6/23/2008
  Q: I have a 6 yr old Jack Russell who woke up this morning and cannot walk well. He takes on step and ...
  A: There are no options...your dog must be seen by a vet on an emergency basis, TODAY. He is in ...
doggie cold?6/22/2008
  Q: my one year old lab has unusual amounts of eye discharge. Could it be a cold?
  A: It sounds like your dog has an eye infection. Go to a website called Dr. Goodpet and order their ...
Bitch won't leave pups, eat or drink day after whelping6/21/2008
  Q: just wondered if you can give any advice about what is normal. Our Coton de Tulear bitch gave birth ...
  A: The whelping box should have been placed in a situation where the mom feels completely safe and ...
my dog have moles please suggest somethimg6/19/2008
  Q: i hav a 7 months old dog bull terrier . he have moles in his mouth , i m giving him medicines but ...
  A: What your dog has isn't moles but puppy warts. These are very common. There is a homeopathic remedy ...
springed arm6/18/2008
  Q: what do u give for pain and how many days to stay off of it
  A: Your dog may have injured himself more than is apparent to you. Dogs do not show pain unless it is ...
Shaking Dog6/16/2008
  Q: I have had my dog for about 7 years, but she just started to shake in a extreme matter. To ...
  A: You apparently suspect that your vet's answer isn't getting to the root cause of your dog's shaking ...
*URGENT*s not eating is is getting very weak.6/13/2008
  Q: I have a 16 yr old chihuahua and about two weeks ago she stopped eating and became very weak. a ...
  A: My heart is breaking after reading your email because I know what it is like to have an elderly dog ...
peeing outside the crate6/12/2008
  Q: My Brittany Spaniel is 7 mos. old, and we've had him 2 mos. He always does #2 outside, but is still ...
  A: When a dog is housebroken he never uses the house for his toilet. Many people do not understand ...
PAW TEAR6/7/2008
  Q: I HAVE A 5 YR OLD BOXER SHE HAS A PAW TEAR AND IT IS VERY PAINFUL FOR HER, ANY SUGGESTIONS WHAT TO ...
  A: I am so sorry that she hurt her paw. Even if your vet is closed for the weekend, they are always ...
my new dog growling6/5/2008
  Q: i just got a lab and golden retriever mixed from the pound and she is growling and showing her teeth ...
  A: This is a very volatile situation that needs to be addressed immediately. First and foremost..get ...
My Mastiff has pyoderma6/4/2008
  Q: I have a English Mastiff that I rescued from a puppy mill down in missouri, he was 3 1/2 years at ...
  A: This is a complex problem and should be dealt with by a holistic vet. I am going to give you some ...
My dogs mouth6/2/2008
  Q: My dog's mouth started swelling and now it's getting worste. The hair around that area is leaveing ...
  A: I would consider this to be an emergency because if your dog's mouth is swelling, his throat could ...
Female lab/golden retriever cross menstrual cycle??5/31/2008
  Q: Is this normal for such a young dog? We have a two year old male Chocolate lab that is constantly ...
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average female dog has her first cycle about ...
Over salivating5/28/2008
  Q: We brought home a puppy (part shitzu/maltese) already owning a pure shitzu. Sophie is salivating ...
  A: I am so sorry to have just gotten back to you. This is due to computer problems and I apologize. I ...
compatability5/27/2008
  Q: We have a 6 yr old boarder collie mix & she is a great dog. We want to get her a companion - what ...
  A: I would suggest a male dog about the same age that you get from either border collie resue or the ...
maltipoo5/25/2008
  Q: ..please help my maltipoo, Nina, does a great job of peeing outside, but as far as poo, she always ...
  A: There's no such thing as an almost housebroken dog. Either your dog is or isn't housebroken. When a ...
dogs and poison ivy5/24/2008
  Q: my neighbor had a big pile of poison ivy that he was getting ready to bag and my dog ran over and ...
  A: This is from a website that I urge you to go to and order from for your dog: POISON IVY PREVENTION ...
Shihtzu Constipation5/23/2008
  Q: My female spayed 12 year old Shitzu is very constipated.We could smell something in the house that ...
  A: The best food to give any dog is home cooked food or a human grade dog food like Nature's Logic, ...
my yorkie/poo 7months old5/22/2008
  Q: Yesterday my Jasper went in to get neutred. Today he is shaking and running all over the carpet ...
  A: The description of Jasper after surgery doesn't sound right..please contact your vet and give him ...
Eating problems with young Shitzu5/21/2008
  Q: Charlie is 7 months old and has never been interested in food. He much prefers veggies and fruit to ...
  A: Charlie is a really wise old soul..yes indeed..he know that veggies and fruit are good for him! His ...
my dog's constant whimpering.5/19/2008
  Q: i have a pomeranian whose been fine until 2 days ago. when i got home, i found that something was ...
  A: The first thing that has to happen is for your vet to give him a very thorough examination to see if ...
Sudden Aggression5/18/2008
  Q: My Papillon is a beautiful 4 year old. He has become very aggressive with me and none of us can ...
  A: I am sorry that you are having this experience with him. It may be possible that signs of ...
Neona's growth5/15/2008
  Q: I have a rotwieler ,she is about 8 yrs old.She had a lump located at the bottom of her left rib ...
  A: Any growth should be looked at by a vet and anaylzed for potential malignancy. If your dog is ...
Scabby skin5/14/2008
  Q: i have a border collie cross springer spaniel and i was stroking him the other day and i found that ...
  A: It is very important that your dog be seen by your vet. The skin problems could be anything from ...
stunted growth???5/10/2008
  Q: i heard that breeding a stud to young can stunt his growth... is this true or is it a myth.. i plan ...
  A: Breeding a dog too young cannot stunt it's growth but it can hurt a too young female who isn't ...
older dog peeing and pooping in the house5/9/2008
  Q: How do we stop our dog Pete from peeing in the house? He is one of three dogs, another male and a ...
  A: You didn't mention exactly how old he is but if he is very old, he may be suffering from doggie ...
Rash5/8/2008
  Q: I took my 11 month old dog to the lake last weekend and she rolled in the mud and did everything ...
  A: A warm oatmeal bath would be very soothing. You can also use some aloe on the rash. Keep an eye on ...
Labs behavior5/7/2008
  Q: Our Lab Roxy hates other dogs and shows aggression when out walking,she also is mad on the lead ...
  A: The first thing to do is to have Roxy checked out medically...concentrate on two issues...thyroid ...
breath5/6/2008
  Q: I gave my dog advantage flea medicine drops and now her breath smells like burnt skin...Why!!!??????
  A: I am concerned about your dog's reaction to advantage flea medication, which is toxic to begin with ...
Puppy travelling internationally by plane5/4/2008
  Q: I live in Brazil and I am considering buying a labrador but I like the whit (light cream) kind ...
  A: I know that you have your heart set on a light yellow Lab but at a tender age, taking a flight as ...
Jack Russell5/3/2008
  Q: My dog is 13 years old and is drinking all the time and she wets her bed some nights when she is ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding..my computer crashed for a few days. Thank you for your ...
My brother shaved my saint bernard5/2/2008
  Q: I was just wondering, my brother shaved my long haired saint Bernard, and i wanted to know how long ...
  A: Dogs need their fur for protection from heat and cold. Shaving is not a good idea. Please do not ...
About three month old pup5/1/2008
  Q: I have a there month old Germen Shepard. She was fine and healtly, but suddenly from past two days ...
  A: She's very young and very delicate and although you didn't say where she is bleeding from, not ...
excessive urination4/30/2008
  Q: Our 1 1/2 year old springer spaniel has had incontinence issues for almost nine months. While she ...
  A: My guess is that when she was spayed, something went wrong with the operation and this is the ...
UTIs in English Mastiff puppy4/29/2008
  Q: Our 6 month old has been on amoxicillin since she was 3 months old due to UTIs. As soon as she goes ...
  A: My suggestions: Give your dog cranberry from the health food store, once a day. Eliminate all ...
Grub infestation4/28/2008
  Q: How can I prevent my dog from getting grubs under her skin. She is a six-month Beagle. I recently ...
  A: The first thing to address is the cause of the problem, which would be Moles in your lawn. There ...
dogs eating loquats4/27/2008
  Q: My Neighbor has a loquat tree and she does not like my lab. We have found some chewed loquats around ...
  A: From what you are telling me, either your dog is going onto your neighbor's property, which is not a ...
heat4/25/2008
  Q: My maltese shitzu is almost 7 months old and is on heat for the first time at the moment. She has ...
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
dog treats4/24/2008
  Q: can dog digest rawhide treats. It seems my dog has been vomiting and loose the other end.I know I ...
  A: I am not a big fan of rawhide treats. Many dogs cannot digest them. Many of the treats come from ...
Shilo the pit bull4/21/2008
  Q: Lately my 9 year female old pit bull has had inflammed teats that I can expel milky, pussy looking ...
  A: I think that this is a condition that must be determined by a vet. It's possible that she has had a ...
health problem4/20/2008
  Q: i have a six month old silky who spots bright red blood after she defecates. her feces smells foul ...
  A: It sounds from your description like your puppy may have Parvo. This is a fatal condition so she ...
Breathing Problems4/18/2008
  Q: I have a 10 yr old Pekignese/Jack Russell Mix, she has developed a brething problem where it is not ...
  A: A dog that is in the condition you describe should be put into the hospital with intravenous ...
elderly dog not eating4/14/2008
  Q: my dog is twelve years old and recently diagnosed with chf. she has had no problems eating until she ...
  A: Your dog must not be feeling very well after her ordeal at the vet's while having fluid removed from ...
jack russell4/12/2008
  Q: i have a 12 month old white short legged jack Russell who seems to be itching herself bald theres no ...
  A: Please, please, please bring that coal tar shampoo back to the store. It is highly toxic for your ...
hair loss on my puppy4/10/2008
  Q: i really havent took her to the vet yet because of my finances but she is loosing her hair it just ...
  A: Consider that food may be the cause of our dog's skin problem. Food allergies or sensitivities are ...
pittbull puppies4/9/2008
  Q: we have a litter of puppies that are 5 weeks old and getting teeth, we want to start weaning them, ...
  A: This is a question that should be addressed to your vet who should have examined the puppies and ...
Behavior4/8/2008
  Q: i have two male boxer/beagles from the same litter. They are 18 mos old. When we walk then and ...
  A: An important piece of information is needed...are your dogs neutered? If not, neutering them could ...
defication on roommates bed4/4/2008
  Q: this question may seem silly, but the fact is this is the first dog i have ever owned. i have a chi ...
  A: There's no such thing as an almost housebroken dog. Either she is or she isn't. Saying a dog is ...
3 yrs old lhasaopsa4/2/2008
  Q: After getting my dog groomed last month she makes these weird Turkey noises every couple of days. ...
  A: I am very concerned about your dog. Not having heard what you describe as a "turkey noise" I am ...
13 yr. old standard poodle with face infections4/1/2008
  Q: My poodle of 13 yrs. who has had all her check-up and shots, teeth cleaned etc: seems to be getting ...
  A: This is rather baffling but the first thing I would do is have the vet biopsy the wound/infection ...
St Bernard3/31/2008
  Q: My female St Bernard had her puppies on march 30th. When she had them she had them outside in ...
  A: Bernard. I am very sorry about the loss of your puppies. Hormonal insufficiency is usually the ...
?????3/30/2008
  Q: My pug is almost two years old and she seems to be in heat about every three months but for some ...
  A: The complete cycle takes about 6 months, resulting in 2 estrous periods each year. Individual ...
puppy afraid of husband3/29/2008
  Q: we just bought a puppy on Monday...March 24, it is march 28 and he still has not formed a bond with ...
  A: A new baby has just come into your home. He has been taken from everything familiar and safe and ...
stairs/ injuries3/28/2008
  Q: My husband and I have an 11 lb Shiz Tu. We live in a cond with two flights of stairs. I think he ...
  A: If your dog has had a serious disc and back injury it might exaccerbate the condition to be climbing ...
min pin3/27/2008
  Q: and know im scared is it possible that she could be prego??
  A: The chances are that your dog is pregnant after being stuck with a male while in heat. This is not ...
Please help my dog has excema/allergies3/26/2008
  Q: I have a much loved cross Alsatian/staff 8yr old rescue dog. We have had her from being a pup. She ...
  A: I would recommend switching to Solid Gold Fish and Potato and see what happens. When you switch, it ...
my rottwilder puppy3/25/2008
  Q: my puppy threw up today it was food and some kind of black flem in it and i didn't know what to do ...
  A: Puppies are very delicate and the black could be blood but it could also indicate some sort of ...
AFTER NEUTERING3/24/2008
  Q: I HAVE A 4 YEAR OLD SHIZ-TSU. HE GOT NEUTERED 3 DAYS AGO, BUT DID NOT WEAR A HALO, AFTER THE SURGERY ...
  A: I am sorry that your sweet dog isn't feeling well. The best advice that I can offer is to take your ...
help3/23/2008
  Q: i have a 2 month old yorkshire she has a running noise and she coughing alot is there something i ...
  A: Your dog is very young and very fragile. It sounds to me like she may have kennel cough which can ...
Toxic plants3/21/2008
  Q: Is the philodendron plant dangerous or toxic if a dog eats it? What would happen? if a dog ate some ...
  A: Here is a list that you might want to study. This is a full compiled list of plants that they ...
Mointion Sicknes3/20/2008
  Q: I have a 5 month old, male Basenji mix. He's in excellent health, and a very happy and playful boy. ...
  A: Here is some information about Melatonin. You can make adjustments depending on your personal ...
Border Collie Snapping3/19/2008
  Q: I have a Border Collie who is almost two years old. He is neutered. We have had him in obedience ...
  A: It is imperative that you and the boy stop tapping your dog on the nose. This is a trigger for ...
Mointion Sicknes3/15/2008
  Q: I have a 5 month old, male Basenji mix. He's in excellent health, and a very happy and playful boy. ...
  A: There is a possibility that he experienced something negative that he associates with the car. For ...
aggrression and fighting3/13/2008
  Q: I have a four year old spaded female Golden Retriever and a two year old mixed part chow, lab, and ...
  A: I would consider this to be a volatile situation that requires the intervention of an aggression ...
UTI?3/12/2008
  Q: I notice it as and after she urinates. We are very concerned, please help. Thank you Shelley!
  A: I am extremely concerned about your young and therefore very delicate puppy. Normally I would give ...
Dog ear infection3/10/2008
  Q: My dog had constant ear infections and the would always come back so my vet opted to take her ear ...
  A: I am so upset at what your vet did to your poor dog. He should have referred you to a specialist, ...
birth canal is too small3/9/2008
  Q: i have a dog who went into heat in january she was left behind by neighbors who moved, i have no ...
  A: My heart goes out to this sweet innocent dog who is herself a puppy and has had a cruel beginning, ...
nervous airedale3/6/2008
  Q: Last week, I brought home an eight month old Airedale. This morning, I dropped her off to be spayed. ...
  A: I am sorry about the delay in responding. My computer has been crashing and it's been extremely ...
Aggression between pets3/5/2008
  Q: I have three small dogs, a female chihuahua (3yrs) a male mini daschund (almost 2yrs) and a female ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding but my computer has been crashing. It's been difficult ...
Dog Spaying3/2/2008
  Q: my approximately 5- month old Afghan nomad dog is about to get spayed in a week. However the ...
  A: Your question is not in my field of expertise but some will argue that it's actually the opposite of ...
st. bernard3/1/2008
  Q: My 8 mo. old Sammie will not follow the command "come" he runs in the other direction. How do I ...
  A: Bernard. Training a dog to come when called is often referred to as a "recall." When you call your ...
Loquat fruit and dogs2/29/2008
  Q: I am wondering if the fruit Loquat can be harmful to dogs? Two of my dogs have suddenly been having ...
  A: I am sorry I did not get your email on the date you wrote it. My computer was down for several ...
Male AKC Shitzu 5 years old2/28/2008
  Q: I have just found really bloody stools from my dog. Any ideas All shots no change in foods not ...
  A: Bloody stools with a foul odor could be a number of things. Fast your dog for 24 hrs then start ...
shih tzu behavior2/27/2008
  Q: I have a 4 month old shih tzu and she does not listen at all when I'm eating or just sitting down ...
  A: I am so sorry about the delay. My server was down for several days and I also had computer trouble ...
dog not eating2/22/2008
  Q: my dog has been licking her broken nail on her paw and now she's not eating. what could it be.
  A: Can you possibly take your dog to the vet to have the nail looked at and bandaged? It may actually ...
dog question2/21/2008
  Q: I have a wolfdog and today when I went to feed her, I saw that hey cheeks and jaw were badly ...
  A: What you are describing is not a good sign. Remember that the area that is swollen is near the ...
weeing problem2/19/2008
  Q: I have a year old jack russell male he's very well behaved and whenever he needs the toilet he ...
  A: Whenever a dog starts peeing in the house after he's been housebroken, there is usually either a ...
Elderly dog with recurring worm problem2/18/2008
  Q: ) Our family dog is 15 years old. She has drastically dropped in weight and is slowing down :( She ...
  A: My best advice is to take a stool sample with the 1/2 white worms showing and let your vet analyze ...
dog spay recovery photos2/17/2008
  Q: could i please get some photos of recovering dogs after spay. i would specifically like to see the ...
  A: If your dog was just spayed and you feel that something was botched, then please rush your dog to a ...
BARKING?2/16/2008
  Q: I JUST GOT A MINI PIN FOR CHRISTMAS, SHE WAS ABOUT 4 WKS OLD, BUT SHE HAS NEVER BARKED ONCE, OR ...
  A: You should of course have your dog checked out by your vet to make sure that she is healthy. If all ...
Agression in pound pup2/14/2008
  Q: I've recently adopted a female german shorthair pointer, 45lbs, 3 years old. She is THE BEST indoor ...
  A: I am going to assume that when you describe yourself as a good pack leader that you are doing all ...
cats and dogs2/13/2008
  Q: I have a 1 year old yorkie. I just had to put my cat of 18 years to sleep. Rosie my dog has never ...
  A: Condolences on the loss of your cat. Based on your experience and possible anxiety level, I would ...
Lhasa Apso Issue2/11/2008
  Q: I have a Lhasa Apso that we got when she was 3 and she now just turned 7; healthy as can be. My ...
  A: From what you are describing it sounds like your dog is in a pacification mode stemming from when ...
HELP!!!2/8/2008
  Q: i've owned a min pin for the past year. we got him from the humane society and they guessed he was ...
  A: I do not belive that this is genetic. In my opinion, there is something else going on. I would ...
my boxers shedding2/7/2008
  Q: i have 2 boxer bulldogs, a female and a male. my male sheds so bad. i feed them Iams and bathe them ...
  A: The very first step is to get a complete medical examination with a full blood panel, paying ...
dry nose2/6/2008
  Q: my cocker spaniel i just got from a local breeder he is 4 mounts old his nose is warm and dry.and he ...
  A: Your dog's warm and dry nose needs to be checked out by a vet. It may be a sign of a medical ...
Mini Doxie Liver2/4/2008
  Q: I have a 5 yr. old female Doxie that started to vomit about 1 1/2 hrs after 2 other dogs went home ...
  A: I am so sorry for what happened but I think that there is more to this and with the right approach, ...
My dog snaps at my boyfriend when he gently reaches for his collar2/3/2008
  Q: my dog is now 2yrs old and has just recently started to snap at my boyfriend when he gently reaches ...
  A: Any sudden change in a dog's behavior, especially involving aggression, requires a physical exam ...
My male dog is driving me crazy2/1/2008
  Q: I have a male chihuahua and a female doberman. The male is going insane crying, whimpering and ...
  A: In order to help you I need more information: -How old is each dog? -How long have you had these ...
Aggressive Boxer1/31/2008
  Q: My 3-yr. old spayed female Boxer began to develop in the last couple of years an agression toward ...
  A: Any sudden changes in bahavior have either a medical basis or environmental/psychological basis. ...
refuses to feed1/29/2008
  Q: I have a 3 year old white boxer.she gave birth to 7 pups 4 weeks ago .she did great at first now she ...
  A: It is imperative that both the dame and pups be checked out immediately for any health risks. The ...
injured toe nail1/28/2008
  Q: i hope this question is appropriate for this site. a month ago my dog injured her toenail while ...
  A: I am so sorry I didn't get back to sooner..I had an accident and have been out of commission. ...
Making a rescue feel like part of the family1/27/2008
  Q: We adopted a rescue female, 1 1/2 yr old, Golden Retriever-Chow mix 6 weeks ago. She spent months ...
  A: She's certainly been through the wringer and how lucky that she found such a loving home! I would ...
yorkie pup1/24/2008
  Q: We have a 9 month old yorkie and he was steadily getting better with potty training. We have the ...
  A: My first suggestion is to take your dog for a complete checkup. You want to rule out any underlying ...
my dog1/23/2008
  Q: my dog is eating properly but is pooping in the house every night we let him out all day and feed ...
  A: My first suggestion is to take your dog for a complete checkup, including a full blood workup and ...
itching and shedding roxanne1/21/2008
  Q: where ever she is itching the hair is shedding off and now we can see her skin. it first started ...
  A: There are several reasons why your dog could be scratching. I would like to address the ...
eating1/20/2008
  Q: What age does a chuahua puppy start to eat regular puppy food?
  A: Weaning is the process of teaching three to four week old puppies about eating solid food instead of ...
holistic health1/18/2008
  Q: I have a 8 mo. old mastif dog that i saved as a puppy he smells like foot fungus i have to give him ...
  A: A puppy should always have that wonderful puppy perfume odor and puppy paws smell like popcorn. ...
TOBY THE LAB1/17/2008
  Q: OUR GRANDDAUGHTER ADOPTED A LAB FROM AN ANIMAL SHELTER (HE IS APPROXIMATELY 1 YEAR OLD) HE HAS DONE ...
  A: It is heart warming to learn that you have in fact, found a solution to Toby following your ...
sick yorkie1/16/2008
  Q: my yorkshire terrier has eaten something which has caused damage to his stomach. he is in the vets ...
  A: I am so very sorry that your boy is ill and I hope and pray that he will recover. I am not a vet ...
Dog digging1/15/2008
  Q: Yard looks like the moon. Chow/newfoundland mix. Running line digs, fenced in digs, so gave up and ...
  A: Your question was: "IS THERE ANYTHING I CAN DO?" I spent a great deal of time putting together a ...
dog pooping/peeing on my son's bed1/13/2008
  Q: We adopted a Jack Russell in October. He is not fixed yet shortly after we brought him home he ...
  A: My first suggestion is to take your dog for a complete checkup, including a full blood workup and ...
11-year-old-Aussie started going in the house1/12/2008
  Q: Our 11-year-old, extremely brilliant and well-trained Australian Shepherd (Blue Merl) now goes in ...
  A: She sounds like a great dog that is having a problem with housebreaking at the age of 11yrs. Let's ...
Training mill rescue to take initiative1/11/2008
  Q: I just adopted a 4 yr old cocker spaniel mill rescue dog. Her fear of me and my fiance is ...
  A: My heart goes out to her for the harsh life that she has had in her four years of life. Thankfully ...
my princess1/10/2008
  Q: princes is my 7yr old silky terrier which i love and adore she's my baby and all my attention has ...
  A: Taking a dog away from it's mother at only a month old is way too soon. This poor pup may have ...
Laterally Luxating Patellas1/9/2008
  Q: I just bought an 8 week old llasa poo. She was the runt of the liter and have recently found out ...
  A: If you just bought this puppy, there are laws that will protect you if you want medical expenditures ...
about bones and treats1/8/2008
  Q: pork fully cooked or cured bones? thank you for your time
  A: Your dog must be absolutely adorable. Please excuse the delay in responding, things have been very ...
Dark Red Rashes on Italian Greyhound1/7/2008
  Q: We are dog sitting my mother-in-laws 6 year old Italian Greyhound. We have only had him a couple of ...
  A: The most expedient way to deal with this allergic reaction is with some baby benedryl.Administer ...
dog bitting1/6/2008
  Q: i have a three year old pit bull she is usually great with people i dont teach here to fight or be ...
  A: The first thing to do is to have your vet do a full blood workup, paying special attention to the ...
10 month old siberian husky abused by previous owner1/5/2008
  Q: I just got him 5 days ago, we have been noticing some behavior that is making it apparent he was ...
  A: They are magnificant dogs and extremely sensitive. I have lived with two Huskies, a Husky/wolf ...
Pit in heat1/4/2008
  Q: My pitbull is in heat and she is very swollen. Is that normal? How swollen should she get? Do I ...
  A: The complete heat cycle takes about 6 months, resulting in 2 estrous periods each year. Individual ...
Bishon Foot Chewing Problem1/3/2008
  Q: We have a 2yr old male Bishon who has been chewing on the top of his paw. He licks it until it ...
  A: I know that this must be very frustrating for you. I apologize for the delay in responding. ...
2 male dogs and playing1/2/2008
  Q: i have a 12 month old male husky desexed and recently am trailing a second male husky 9 months old ...
  A: I have a special place in my heart for northern breeds, having had them as family members for many ...
Dog constantly licking his lips1/1/2008
  Q: My lab has just (tonight)started constantly licking his lips - what could this mean?
  A: Typically lip licking is a way for a dog to destress himself and others. It is one of the calming ...
My dog is peeing blood12/31/2007
  Q: My 9 month old bitch is currently peeing blood which also has small lumps in it as well. Would this ...
  A: You would be able to tell if your dog was in heat because her back area would be extremely swollen ...
my dog rock12/30/2007
  Q: is raw potatoes bad for my dog. He loves eating them
  A: Foods To Avoid: -Potato, rhubarb, and tomato leaves; potato and tomato stems Contain oxalates, ...
new puppy, older dog12/29/2007
  Q: I have a 6 year old female border collie. She is VERY aggressive towards other dogs. She tolerates ...
  A: A home that has a dog that is aggressive to other dogs, should never introduce another pooch into ...
Benadryl for a puppy12/28/2007
  Q: can we give our three month old puppy (20lb boxer) benadryl. We belive she got in contact with ...
  A: Dogs can be given Benadryl for allergic reactions to bug bites, etc but I wouldn't fool around with ...
pomeranian12/27/2007
  Q: "Cubby" my 8 year old pom has recently started getting poop stuck in the hair around her anus. I ...
  A: Poor baby. You can try giving her an oatmeal bath to sooth the area. I like to use either yogurt, ...
Dog has diarreah -12/25/2007
  Q: My 7 year old poodle has had diarrhea for 2 days and a little vomiting yet he is active and playing. ...
  A: If your dog isn't drinking water then he needs to be rushed to emergency. Dehydration is extremely ...
One area of the carpet...12/24/2007
  Q: My dog eats and poops in one area of the carpet. He's house trained and everything but for some ...
  A: There's no such thing as an almost housebroken dog. Either your dog is or isn't housebroken. When a ...
Dog Ejaculate.12/22/2007
  Q: I have a Pit Bull / Boxer Mix. He is maybe 2 years old and I have noticed that recently sometimes ...
  A: Your dog needs to be examined by your vet to make sure that everything is OK. Step two is ...
English bulldog- scratching12/18/2007
  Q: I have a 5 month-old English Bulldog puppy who is now healthy (after an early battle with giardia ...
  A: There are several reasons why puppy could be scratching. He could be having an allergic reaction to ...
new born toy poodle12/17/2007
  Q: i am getting her in 2 more weeks, she'll be 8 weeks old..i am paying $500 to a private owner, who ...
  A: I would like to urge you to seek out a rescue dog before paying a breeder who is charging $500 ...
will my dog forget me?12/15/2007
  Q: My family and I bought our dog when he was a puppy. When he was only 1 year old we had to up and ...
  A: Your dog will always remember you! If he acts aloof, it is only because he may think that you left ...
Buck, our new 14 week old chihuahua12/14/2007
  Q: We just brought a new puppy home and we have 3 other chihuahua's at home. The big problem is with ...
  A: The most important thing I am going to say is to keep Abbott far away from the puppy at all times! ...
fleAS12/12/2007
  Q: i have a serbian husky that just had puppies 3 days ago can i put her frontline on her or should i ...
  A: I am trying to determine if your Husky actually has fleas or if you are concerned about the ...
dogs12/11/2007
  Q: how long does a Chihuahua period last
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
period12/10/2007
  Q: i have a 9 month old female apaso lapsq who has gotten her period yet, is this normal? if so what ...
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
feeding12/9/2007
  Q: I have a one year old seventy pound labradoodle. I am having issues with him always being hungry. ...
  A: I am sorry about the delay in responding. Labs are food driven. I have never met a Lab that ...
rash on my yellow labs spade scar12/8/2007
  Q: My lab is over 3 yrs old and was fixed over 3 yrs old but she has a red wet looking rash about ...
  A: The fact that your dog has developed food allergies is an important clue regarding the rash. It's ...
popping hips12/7/2007
  Q: My 6 month Border Collie has popping hips and occasionally favors one leg . I did take her to the ...
  A: She must be absolutely adorabel! I do think that your dog has a problem and it should be addresss ...
dog with runny nose12/6/2007
  Q: my dog has a runny nose and the drainage is green is the gonna turn into somethin???????
  A: Please rush your dog to emergency! Green is NOT good..it's very bad..it means advanced infection. ...
about my miniture pincher12/5/2007
  Q: my concern is he don't come out of under the bed all day until sometimes 2am or when i chase him out ...
  A: There is no indication of how old your dog is or how long this behavior has been going on. Could it ...
7month old in heat12/4/2007
  Q: I have a 7 month old female Border Collie mix. Im not sure if she is in heat because she wasnt ...
  A: It does seem that your female was in heat and may have been inpregnated. I would suggest that you ...
white bump on dog's togue12/3/2007
  Q: I would like to start off by stating that I understand that you are not a vet, but am just curious ...
  A: Without actually seeing the bump, I would guess, and it is only a guess, that this is a wart that ...
Aggression12/2/2007
  Q: I have a 6 year old chocolate Lab. He is a wonderful family pet. He has never shown aggression to ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding. Often a dog doesn't suddenly become aggressive. In many ...
Lethargic and vomiting black pug puppy12/1/2007
  Q: I have a 15 week old pug puppy. When I came home from work today she was lethargic and had been ...
  A: A sick dog should never be fed. They should be fasted for a day after all vomiting has ended. ...
Dog ate 10x1.5 inch rib bones11/25/2007
  Q: Dog ate 10x1.5 inch rib bones. What should I do? I was thinking of making him throw up some how.
  A: If the bones were raw and he chewed them, he is probably going to be ok. However, if they were ...
My poor dog, please help11/24/2007
  Q: my Miniature Schnauzer is sick and it came on all the sudden. Yesterday it had massive diarhhea and ...
  A: Your dog is very ill. You must bring him to the emergency room. The red in the vomit is blood and ...
Chihuahua loss of blance, appetite.11/22/2007
  Q: I have a 5yr old chi who is going down hill rapidly. At first she was diagnosed with a spinal injury ...
  A: My heart is breaking for you and your little Chi. It is obvious that your vet doesn't have a clue ...
Biting11/21/2007
  Q: My 5 year old American Eskimo snaps(barely missing)at my 1 year old. We cannot seem to get him to ...
  A: I also have an Eskie who when I first got her had some aggressive issues, but we worked on it and ...
dog peeing on kids beds11/20/2007
  Q: I recently found our 10 month old yorkie/shihtzu peeing on my childrens beds, especially my sons. I ...
  A: I think that you have answered many of your own questions. Yes, definitely have him neutered. It ...
boxer11/19/2007
  Q: I've just taken in a 2 yr old male boxer, problem is he's got a really bad limp, it almost looks ...
  A: Congratulations on rescuing this box and opening your heart and home to him. It sounds like your ...
two year old bichon frise11/18/2007
  Q: When has upset tummy is desperate to eat grass to make herself sick. however, when she cant get to ...
  A: It is perfectly natural for a dog to eat grass when their tummy is upset. It is a way for them to ...
dalmatian yelping11/17/2007
  Q: Every once in a while my dog starts crying and yelping uncontrollably. We've taken her to the vet ...
  A: I wish I could offer specific help but I have no idea what is causing this condition...but I can ...
dog's nose bumps11/11/2007
  Q: I have a 6 month old husky male that over the course of 3 months has slowly started getting bumps ...
  A: It seems that this condition may have started around the time of his initial puppy vaccinations. He ...
Dog Mouth Lump11/10/2007
  Q: My dog has a lump on the inside of his upper lip/gums. It bleeds often and causes him bad breath. ...
  A: I am very concerned about this lump. I can't figure out if it's on the gums or the inside of the ...
My dog11/6/2007
  Q: I was rubbing on my dogs neck and I noticed he had these puss spots under his neck and on the side ...
  A: I am not sure what you mean by pus spots? Can you be more descriptive? Are they warts or actual ...
wierd behaver11/5/2007
  Q: our 2-3 year old dog is all of a sudden pooping on the floor and on beds and we let her out ...
  A: The first thing that must be ruled out is the medical. I suggest that you have your dog examined by ...
feeding11/4/2007
  Q: I have a Japanese Akita(2 yrs old stray) I feed him Bakers complete but add Tuna, sardines, etc He ...
  A: A varied diet is the best way to feed. That means rotating different foods which can be rabbit, ...
doberman who is always "sad" looking11/2/2007
  Q: I have 2 male dobermans who are 10 months old. One of the males has always been "sad" ...
  A: This is a very sweet question as you are tuning into your dog's subtlety! The only concern I really ...
Sick chihuahua, already asked someone else, but they're unavailable right now.11/1/2007
  Q: they are about 12 weeks old and he was vaccinated two weeks ago on the 18th...he was a lot happier ...
  A: It's quite clear to me that your puppy suffers from vaccinosis. I would never again give him ...
sick rat terrier10/30/2007
  Q: My 1yr old rat terrier has high protien levels in his blood( 35 was his protien level on his last ...
  A: Poor baby..to be going through so much in his short life. My heart breaks for him. My suggestion ...
Seizure or Not ?10/29/2007
  Q: I noticed my 1yr of Min-Pin with strange behavior. His mouth was stiff and pulled way back in locked ...
  A: old Min-Pin. What you have described is definitely what a seizure looks like. When was your dog ...
dog uncharacteristly bit10/28/2007
  Q: My daughter adopted a pound puppy (mutt) from the pound last year. She is now 10 months old, had ...
  A: This is a serious situation. Your puppy is exhibiting behavior that should be taken very seriously. ...
my dogs health10/27/2007
  Q: i just got a blk lab and i already had 2 pups die of parvo and she is only 9 weeks and i'm getting ...
  A: I am unclear from what you have described, what the situation in your house is? Have you rescued ...
puppy sick?10/24/2007
  Q: i just got a 2 month old chihuahua puppy and she has been throwing up for the past five hours while ...
  A: This breaks my heart..poor baby..first time away from mama and her brothers and sisters, a long ...
Neutering10/23/2007
  Q: My lab was neutered two weeks ago. I have been watching the incision spot very carefully, but last ...
  A: If the incision is infected it can be extremely serious. Any infection can enter the blood stream ...
8 month westie mixed shitzu10/22/2007
  Q: My puppy is still a puppy and he pooped out diarrhea with blood in it; he is only 8 months old is ...
  A: This is an unfortuate situation in that someone gave you a dog that had intestional problems without ...
training a dog to go outside with a fence10/21/2007
  Q: I have had a long haired Chihuahua for the past two years. I trained her to go to the bathroom when ...
  A: I had responded to this question last week but for some reason it never got through to you, so I am ...
Pekingese10/20/2007
  Q: I have had a pekingese for about a year now, and have decided to purchase another one, well I did ...
  A: I am assuming that you purchased this dog from a pet shop? A reputable breeder would not be ...
my dog she is a ameracan staffy one year old10/19/2007
  Q: my dog has just had puppys 2 months ago and thay have all gone but my dog has been ackting ill for ...
  A: It sounds to me like your dog may have a hormonal imbalance from having gone through pregnancy and ...
help me10/18/2007
  Q: my dacushand mix just had puppies a week ago and i'm scared that she is not producing enough milk ...
  A: You must always trust your instincts. You know your dog better than anyone else and if you are ...
dog neutered today10/17/2007
  Q: my 6 mo. Boston was neutered today. His scrotum is enlarged. Is this normal?
  A: It is normal for there to be some swelling after surgery. You can wrap some ice chips in a towel ...
Agressive Male Golden10/16/2007
  Q: We have a 5 year old neutered male golden retriever and we recently got a Lab mix puppy who is also ...
  A: I've been overwhelmed with emergency rescue work which is why my response has been delayed. I do ...
Dogs acting out10/15/2007
  Q: I have an 11 year old shih tzu who has suddenly began peeing in my dining room which is something he ...
  A: I've been extremely swamped with emergency rescue work which is why my response has been delayed. I ...
rash on puppies10/12/2007
  Q: I have two male 7 month old Boxer puppies (different litters). Two weeks ago, one of the puppies ...
  A: My gut feeling is that it's not the food that's causing this problem but I would definitely check ...
Spaying10/11/2007
  Q: I have a Puggle who we estimate is around 1 1/2 to 2 years old. Yesterday was a big day for her ...
  A: Please take your dog to emergency immediately. This is not normal behavior after major surgery. If ...
small poodle back legs problem.10/9/2007
  Q: I hope you can help. My mother has a small poodle (she <the dog> is a mixed breed though). Now her ...
  A: I am so sorry to hear about her condition. Please forgive the delay in responding. I have been ...
biting and jumping10/8/2007
  Q: I have a 7 mont old golden retriever. when she was younger she would nibb and bite a bit. But know ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in answering. I've been overwhelmed with recent rescue work. Your Golden ...
Pomeranian10/7/2007
  Q: I have a black toy pomeranian. She is 4 months old and weighs about 4 pounds. When I got her her fur ...
  A: I am sorry to hear that your little puppy is having a hard time at such a young age. There are many ...
going into heat10/6/2007
  Q: i have a 8 month old female husky when can i expect her to go into heat?
  A: Your dog can theoretically go into heat any moment. Here is some information on a female dog in ...
10 week old maltese10/5/2007
  Q: My cute little Maltese seems to be controlling me. I have a 6 year old poodle also who was never ...
  A: Please be aware that allowing your Maltese to terrorize your older poodle can lead to behavorial ...
Dog running away when walking near it10/4/2007
  Q: I am currently looking after my friends German Shepard for a couple of weeks. It is only 7 months ...
  A: The dog doesn't understand what you want from her. She's just a baby and hasn't been properly ...
reoccurance of puppy diarrhea and vomiting10/3/2007
  Q: My 6 month old shi tzu is vomiting and has diarrhea this is happen for the second time in two ...
  A: Please get a second opinion as to what is going on with your dog. I would change her food to a ...
2 yr old Male Chihuahua10/2/2007
  Q: I have a 2 yr old male Chihuahua that has recently started peeing in the house again. He is intact ...
  A: When a dog is housebroken he never uses the house for his toilet. Many people do not understand ...
getting new puppy10/1/2007
  Q: i have wonderful beagle who is 19 months old. i wanted to get another beagle but i am worried that ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding. I have been overwhelmed with emergency rescue work. The ...
My dog9/30/2007
  Q: why my dog urine and past motion got blood?
  A: I am not sure what your question is asking. Are you saying that your dog is passing blood in his ...
behavior of my puppy9/27/2007
  Q: My puppy is 8 months old and a poodle mix (very small)and although she is a good dog we have one ...
  A: I want to thank you for your patience in waiting for my response..I have been involved in some ...
border collie chewing hair on back hind leg and tail9/24/2007
  Q: how can I get my border collie to stop chewing the hair off her back and rear legs. It is getting to ...
  A: I actually had the same thing happen to my own dog some time ago. It turned out that a) her thyroid ...
My dog9/23/2007
  Q: Why hasn't my dog eaten in 3 days.. We got him 3 days ago and he still hasn't eaten his normal ...
  A: Without more detailed information I cannot advise you as to why your dog isn't eating. Perhaps he ...
puppy panting9/22/2007
  Q: we have a new puppy, aprox 4 months old. She's been to the vets for her first checkup and shots. Doc ...
  A: I always tell people to trust their gut feelings when it comes to their dogs. My instinct from what ...
My ShitZu is acting Silly/Crazy9/21/2007
  Q: We have a 13yr old female ShitZu, her name is "Piggy". We have had her from birth, we owned her ...
  A: Please forgive the delay in responding. I have been inundated with emergency rescue work. I am ...
chihuaha hyperventilates?9/20/2007
  Q: It seems my dog (10 months old) does this a lot. It sounds like when a child cries really hard and ...
  A: What you have described sounds like a condition called Reverse Sneezing (Pharyngeal Gag Reflex)! ...
My Dog keeps whimpering9/19/2007
  Q: I have a springer spaniel who is 6. The last couple of days she keeps crying and whimpering. Even ...
  A: There is definitely something that is causing your dog to cry and whimper. In the wild, dogs or ...
Biting through walls and hiding in the closet...9/17/2007
  Q: I have a 4yr. old German Shepherd that definitely has some quirks, but lately she had pulled some ...
  A: My heart goes out to the both of you...to you for the frustration in trying to understand and ...
Rescued Westie pees all the time (ARGGH!)9/14/2007
  Q: we have adopted a Westie and guess he is about 3-4 years old. Whenever he gets even a little ...
  A: Westies are not the only dogs that have problems with submissive peeing. I do believe that your ...
dog poo9/13/2007
  Q: we have a 3yr old westie bitch. after placing droppings onto the soil for disposal a few days later ...
  A: Might I suggest that rather than using the soil for disposal purposes that you immediately pick up ...
Dog over ate9/12/2007
  Q: We have a small minpin/chihuahua mix. She overate Sunday morning and vomitted a while later the same ...
  A: Three days of being ill with diarrhea, vomiting and no appetite, in such a small dog, is a bit of a ...
Fighting (in an Unusual Way) & Barking9/9/2007
  Q: My family & I rescued a Spitz 2 years ago, who was a stray. When we brought her home, she wasn't ...
  A: I apologize for the delay. I am still trying to catch up with all the questions after the holiday. ...
how often do dogs get shots?9/7/2007
  Q: My dog will turn 2 next month, he has 2 sets of shots..his puppy shots and then another round of ...
  A: Vaccinations have been known to cause autoimmune responses, often seen as skin problems. After the ...
english bulldog9/6/2007
  Q: I would really like to get an English Bulldog for my family, but I want to make sure it's the right ...
  A: English Bulldogs are very strong and powerful and many are what is referred to as willful (meaning ...
red bruising skin9/3/2007
  Q: My dog is 13,About 3 months ago my dog started limping.I took him to the vet and they diagnosed him ...
  A: When a dog doesn't eat it is a sign that something is wrong. Coupled with the digestive issues you ...
very scared Hungarian Vizla9/1/2007
  Q: I HAVE A 5 YEAR OLD HUNGARIAN VIZLA DOG WE HAVE BEEN DOING BUILDING WORK ON OUR HOUSE FOR THE LAST 8 ...
  A: I appreciate your patience in waiting for my response to your question. Since you have been ...
My Dog has fleas8/31/2007
  Q: I am not sure if you can help me but it is worth a try. I found a couple of fleas on my dog last ...
  A: Here are some approaches to the natural elimination of fleas: Flutter Pooch Insect Repel Spray from ...
dow paw8/29/2007
  Q: I have a mini dachshund. One of her paw pad is a little dry. When it gets wet it turns white with ...
  A: The description you have given to me is troubling. What concerns me are the chemicals in the ...
pug heat8/28/2007
  Q: I'm owned by a lovely pug bitch.Its just 10 months old.Its still hasnt got its first heat cycle.I ...
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
leg amputation8/27/2007
  Q: We have a stray dog with a bad knee and hip injury, amputation is recommended. Where is an ...
  A: You have made my heart sing today! I am beside myself with emotion after receiving your email. ...
chewing8/26/2007
  Q: new puppy had him for about a month only chew's when left alone during day.will chew anything he can ...
  A: Thank you for your patience in waiting for a response. Puppies chew to ease teething discomfort, to ...
dog nudering8/25/2007
  Q: how do you know if a dog has an infection after being neutered
  A: The signs of infection are: Inflamation Pus Lethargy Fever Loss of apetite Loss of energy Lack of ...
Uncomfortable with Strangers & Biting8/24/2007
  Q: I have a male German Shepard/Black Lab mix. He is around 1 year old. He has been neutered. He is ...
  A: Your dog is engaging in submissive peeing. The genetically shy dog is a super submissive type and ...
lip infection!!8/23/2007
  Q: i have a standard poodle who is 13. Her bottom right lip protrudes out and a little bit swollen. ...
  A: It sounds from your description that there may be an infection present which means that this needs ...
Red Bumps8/22/2007
  Q: My lab has big red bumps on her snout and her bottom lip around her mouth..some are big some are ...
  A: I appreciate your patience regarding the delay in repsonding. It appears that your dog may be ...
90 yr. old father wants to adopt a dog8/21/2007
  Q: I have a 90 yr old father who wants to adopt a dog. He has had 2 hip replacement surgeries and can ...
  A: God bless him for wanting to embrace life at his age! That's probably how he made it this far to ...
leg amputation8/19/2007
  Q: We have a stray dog with a bad knee and hip injury, amputation is recommended. Where is an ...
  A: ..you could name him Lance, after Lance Armstrong..a hero who lost his leg. Best, Shelley Dear ...
Uncomfortable with Strangers & Biting8/18/2007
  Q: I have a male German Shepard/Black Lab mix. He is around 1 year old. He has been neutered. He is ...
  A: Thank you for your patience in waiting for my response. What is essentially happening is that you ...
Daschund agressive to other dogs around toys8/16/2007
  Q: My question is about our little daschund, Dooly. He is 1.5 years old and we have had him for 1 ...
  A: I understand that this must be very upsetting for you to watch as you love both of them dearly. ...
Bull Mastiff Depressed8/15/2007
  Q: My one yr. old female bull mastiff, Toshi has seemed very different ever since we picked her up from ...
  A: Traditional kennel boarding is a very depressing and stressful experience for a dog. That is why I ...
pogo8/14/2007
  Q: my dog is sick, he has pnemona, and now we like coughing more and he actually htru up today, were ...
  A: With the symptoms you are describing I would insist that my dog be kept in the hospital with ...
3 mo aol Weaten8/13/2007
  Q: Three weeks ago we brought home a wanderful weaten girl she start loosing her hair 2 weeks ago. the ...
  A: There are various reasons that could be causing this condition and I could send you a long list, but ...
my dog8/11/2007
  Q: and he will go under my bed and wont come out and will snap if you try and grab him but other than ...
  A: This behavior is known as resource guarding. I apologize for the delay in responding and hope that ...
bad odor8/10/2007
  Q: My 4 month old Golden Retriever has a subtle bad odor on his coat and breath. I changed his food to ...
  A: I apologize for the delay and thank you for your patience. A 4 month old dog would be too young to ...
shedding8/8/2007
  Q: i have a 11 month old chocolate labrador. he is loosing his hair and has spots everywhere. i can now ...
  A: My heart goes out to him to be going through so much as such a young age. Food May Be the Cause of ...
dog8/7/2007
  Q: .. my dog is two years old and lately he's been vomiting and gaging quite a bit... i am begining to ...
  A: No one knows your dog better than you do and apparently a sixth sense is keeping you worried about ...
my shih tzu8/6/2007
  Q: recently my dog was outside to use the bathroom and when she went to have a bowel movement she fell ...
  A: Something is definitely wrong and your dog should be seen by your vet. It is not normal for a dog ...
Puppy throwing up8/3/2007
  Q: My puppy threw up about a day ago, the vomit a yellow color and looking sort of bubbly.He is still ...
  A: I don't believe that there is any need to worry about one throw up. The yellow foamy looking stuff ...
6 month yellow lab8/2/2007
  Q: our lab act's up when my husband and i are in the same room. he is constantly attention seeking. he ...
  A: The nipping and biting that your puppy is engaging in is referred to as "mouthing.' Almost all ...
Help7/31/2007
  Q: I just got a female doxie that was rescued from an Amish Puppy mill. She is 5 years old and very, ...
  A: Kudos to you for giving this precious dog a quality of life. I am really sorry about the delay in ...
Wasp sting7/29/2007
  Q: Our 2 yrs. old beagle was out for a walk in the neighborhood and was bitten by a wasp on it's lip ...
  A: Bee or wasp stings not only hurt, causing swelling and sharp pain, but for some individuals a sting ...
Staffi Dog Health Issue7/25/2007
  Q: I have concerns about my Staffie dog named Kareem. She is about 3 years old and very lively. I ...
  A: .poor baby..going through this skin condition Your dog sounds like she is feeling miserable. Some ...
my beagle is being very weird7/24/2007
  Q: .....he has a master which he gets alogn with very well and i have never been like the master and i ...
  A: Below is a list of books that will help you understand dog behavior and psychology. These are books ...
Puppy Bloodhound7/21/2007
  Q: We have had our new 11-weekold puppy for only 6 days. Retrieving her already flea infested, we ...
  A: She has been through so much in her short life. It seems to me that there has been too much at once ...
dog eating glass7/20/2007
  Q: What should we do if our dog might have eaten glass?
  A: Please please please rush your dog to emergency IMMEDIATELY. If you have to wake up your vet then ...
Rat Terrier Skin Irritation7/18/2007
  Q: My 8 year old Rat Terrier is very itchy all the time. She is treated monthly for fleas (which she ...
  A: The first thing I would want to address is the flea monthly flea treatments. If you look at the ...
Chocolate lab acting funny with sleep and bathroom7/17/2007
  Q: I have had my chocolate lab for all of her life so far, she is 9 years old and healthy. I'm just ...
  A: She sounds like a really lovely and sensitive dog. I apologize for the delay in responding...it's ...
My 10 month old female akita is showing signs of pregnan7/15/2007
  Q: I would like to know if my 10 month old female akita could get pregnant by a 14 week old male akita. ...
  A: Here is information about the female heat cycle: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
Aggressive behavior7/14/2007
  Q: I have a 4yr Miniature Daschund that has started showing aggressive behavior towards other dogs and ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding and thank you for your patience. Often a dog doesn't ...
My Dog's Bee Sting7/13/2007
  Q: Our Puppy Got A Bee Sting In Her Lip Or Mouth. Her First Ever. What Do I Need To Do To Help Her? ...
  A: Bee or wasp stings not only hurt, causing swelling and sharp pain, but for some individuals a sting ...
Boston Terrier Puppies7/11/2007
  Q: I just recently purchased a Boston Terrier Puppy. I was told it was full blood but there is no ...
  A: The moral of the story is, don't buy a puppy but rather save a dog on death row!!! Every time you ...
Barking or Howling in the middle of the night?7/8/2007
  Q: I don't know what to do or who to turn to the vet says my 16 year old dog is physically okay. The ...
  A: I am so sorry for the delay in responding. Your email ended up in my spam folder and was just ...
American bulldog with sudden bumps7/7/2007
  Q: I have a 6 month old American bulldog, he is utd on shots, etc, he is crated at nighttime and if we ...
  A: Since he is only 6 months old, I am going to assume that he's recently been vaccinated? If so, this ...
Chihuaha acting weird7/6/2007
  Q: I've had my chihuahua for 6 months now, and she's always been playful and hyper. For the last 2 ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding. Somehow your email went into my spam folder and was just ...
Dogs Tail7/5/2007
  Q: Just recently he started licking his tail and now his fur has fallen out. He has scabs on it and it ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding...we've had computer problems due to the weather. Thank you ...
chihuahua do7/4/2007
  Q: my dog has always been very loving and alway needed attention now when you pet him his tail dosen't ...
  A: If your vet didn't do a thyroid panel, please have him run one. Changes in thyroid can effect ...
COCKERSPANIELS WEIGHT LOSS6/30/2007
  Q: MY COCOA IS 14YRS OLD, SHE IS GOING BLIND AND ALTHOUGH HER APPETITE IS STILL VERY GOOD SHE IS NOT ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding. I've been out of town and just opened up your question. ...
Drooling Boggle6/28/2007
  Q: Dash is 1 1/2 years old and has never had a problem drolling untill today. Could this be something ...
  A: Since you describe Dash as a forgager, snarfing up everything in site, I would guess that something ...
mini schnuzer puppie6/27/2007
  Q: i just got a mini schnauzer puppies he is nine weeks now ,the first week i had him he ate fine with ...
  A: It seems that your munchkin has trained you very well! (lol) At some point in his young life, you ...
Black Lab6/26/2007
  Q: Came home and 2 year old has large knot on nose and bumps all over his body and eyes are now ...
  A: I would suggest that you give him a child's portion of Benadryl and rush him to the emergency room ...
dog throwing up6/25/2007
  Q: My 3 year old chihuahua threw up 3 times today. His energy is ok, and he still had an appetite for ...
  A: Throwing up is not necessarily a sign of anything more serious than an upset tummy, especially in ...
Scraping Paws6/24/2007
  Q: I have a pug and lately I noticed that when he walks slowly he doesn't lift his front paws (both) ...
  A: I believe that a dog's body is a smooth running machine unless something is wrong..and we look for ...
dominateing dog agressive st bernard6/22/2007
  Q: i, have a 1 year old St and i have to take him out on a leash no fence yet he is dragging me to ...
  A: Please forgive the delay in responding. I've been overwhelmed with rescue and other dog related ...
rottweiler6/21/2007
  Q: i had a question about a rottweiler... can i breed rottweiler siblings
  A: It is not a good idea to breed too closely if at all. Please understand that millions of unwanted ...
new puppy, not happy dog6/19/2007
  Q: i have a 18 month old king charles spaniel, she is a very loving dog and follows me around the ...
  A: I apologize for the delay...computer problems are no fun! Thank you for your patience. Your sweet ...
my female pit6/17/2007
  Q: i have 2 pits,,male and female,,i noticed 9 days ago my female started bleeding going into her heat ...
  A: You ask about the chances of an unwanted pregnancy? Great! I would like to encourage you to have ...
sick dog6/16/2007
  Q: i have a dog which we found during a storm in florida so we don't really know how old is she. the ...
  A: Would you say that your dog might be having a seizure? Other than that I don't have enough ...
chewing6/15/2007
  Q: How can I stop my dog from chewing on the wood trim around the outside window on my back porch? I ...
  A: I am assuming that he is a puppy. Prevention is the best approach. The more that a dog does ...
1 year old scotties aggresssion6/14/2007
  Q: I have a 1 year old neutered male Scottie called Peppy. He has had an issue with other dogs from a ...
  A: I apologize for the delay...rescue work has been overwhelming recently. Thank you for your patience. ...
blood in urine6/11/2007
  Q: there blood in his urine,he eats, play's but am scared there might be something wrong with him
  A: Blood in the urine can be a sign of a bladder infection but it can also be related to other health ...
nipples?6/7/2007
  Q: I have a 9 month old yorkie and she is in heat and she is getting nipples on ur stomach or what it ...
  A: When a dog is in heat she is ready to become pregnant and the hormones that are produced may enlarge ...
Dog Throwing Up6/6/2007
  Q: We have a 15 month old Chocolate Lab. She has started throwing up her food just minutes after she ...
  A: .I apologize for the delay in responding..my dog was operated on last week and I was overwhelmed ...
I have two girl dogs that fight viciously6/4/2007
  Q: I moved in with my sister back in January of this year, I brought my 5 yr old Yorkie with me, which ...
  A: THi Violet, Thank you for writing to me about the problem you are experiencing wth your female ...
young pup fleas?6/3/2007
  Q: My neighbors puppies (4-weeks old) have this crumbly black stuff on their neck? Are this fleas? And ...
  A: From what you are describing, black crumbly stuff on the skin, can in fact indicate fleas..but there ...
my puppie is haveing clear jelly stools6/2/2007
  Q: is this due to worm eggs coming out of her there is no colour and no smell could you give me some ...
  A: By "clear jelly poo" might you be referring to mucus? Stools should be solid. When they are of ...
Blind/Deaf Puppy5/30/2007
  Q: I had recently bought a 8 week old Austrailian Shepherd from a store. They had taken her to the vet, ...
  A: life. I met an 18 month old Aussie girl in January at a dog show. She was bilaterally deaf as ...
Puppy with sensitive stomach5/29/2007
  Q: I have a 5 month old Mini-Munchkin (3/4 Yorkie and 1/4 shih tzu) who has developed a sensitive ...
  A: !! What a cutie pie he must be..but poor boy..has a tummy problem! I apologize for the delay in ...
senior dog in her heat5/28/2007
  Q: first off all thanks for your help. i have a 15 years old big dog.An she has been in her heat for 2 ...
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
3 year old Silky that keeps pooping in the house5/27/2007
  Q: I have a 3 year old Silky Terrier who is housebroken most of the time. Until he was 2 we never ...
  A: old Silky. I apologize for the delay in responding. I have been overwhelmed with rescue work ...
Small hard acorn like looking lump on underside of dogs tail5/26/2007
  Q: My border collie, chow, lab X has a small (about the size of a pinky finger nail) hard lump on the ...
  A: I do think that you should have it removed. At the same time the vet can clean his teeth and remove ...
Golden Retriever--not eating/vomiting5/25/2007
  Q: She has always been pretty active and healthy up until the last year and 1/2. During this period, ...
  A: Twenty pounds of weight loss is dramatic and an indication of a serious condition, possibly life ...
please help im concerned5/23/2007
  Q: my dog we belive is eating cat food and possibly kitty litter and her own food and has been throwing ...
  A: From what you have described I recommend an immediate and possibly emergency visit to the vet. Your ...
bathing/water fear5/21/2007
  Q: I have an 18mo GWP shelter dog. Grace is terrified of water, hoses ... all of it. I once tried to ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in respondng but I have been overwhelmed with recent rescue work. Thank ...
dog peeing5/19/2007
  Q: my 17 week old westie was virtually house trained when we got him at 10 weeks old, he has been very ...
  A: A dog who is fully housebroken, never uses the house as a toilet. The first thing to do is to make ...
won't leave other dogs alone5/15/2007
  Q: I've had my 8 month old chihuahua/pekingese for about 5 months. I already had 2 other dogs when I ...
  A: I am sorry about the delay in responding. I have been overwhelmed with rescue work..this is the ...
potty training-housetraining5/13/2007
  Q: I have two yorkies-they are 1 year old-I have had them about three months-when I bought them I was ...
  A: A dog that is housebroken in one home does not necessarily translate its education to a new place, ...
english matiff biting5/9/2007
  Q: My dog's name is Brutus. He is 14 months old and weighs about 160 pounds. Tonight my boyfriend and I ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding. I have been extremely busy with urgent rescue work. ...
Recent amputation5/8/2007
  Q: Our 7yr old female Bullmastiff was diagnosed with bone cancer and had to have her right hind leg ...
  A: I am sorry to hear about her plight with bone cancer. I would like to suggest that you join a group ...
is my dog ok??5/5/2007
  Q: . my dog is a 2 yr old border collie and i noticed that he was acting very wild. he is normally a ...
  A: Please...take your dog to the vet immediately!!! Emergency!!!! Something may be terribly wrong. ...
lab5/4/2007
  Q: im trying to figure how long does a lab stays in heat for ? a month? i need help with this question.
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
heartworms5/2/2007
  Q: Is there any holistic treatment for heartworms? I rescue dogs and I have three rescues with ...
  A: I am very sorry to hear this as it is a serious condition but treatable. I have a collection of ...
Dog House Training4/30/2007
  Q: I read your house training article and I really like how you broke down the different methods. I ...
  A: I apologize for the delay. I've been attending to a pressing dog rescue situation. Thank you for ...
Doberman with dandruff4/28/2007
  Q: I am getting desperate, Buster has the most awful dandruff, we have added oils/fish oils/ Kelp/ got ...
  A: The fish oils and kelp are a great addition to his protocol and home cooked food is the best. ...
Beagle won't jump4/25/2007
  Q: My 3 year old beagle has been acting weird. She won't jump up on the couch for some reason, she ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in responding and thank you for your patience. I've been a bit behind ...
lonely dog?4/24/2007
  Q: i have the best cocker spaniel in the world. however, i feel she might be lonely. she's the only ...
  A: There is something so sweet and loving about the way you described her. Nine hours is far too long ...
aspirin4/22/2007
  Q: My black lab/border collie cross has been limping the last couple of days and has a hard time ...
  A: When a dog injures itself, you might want to consider taking her to the vet for an exam. Asprin ...
puppy4/21/2007
  Q: i just had a 7 week old puppy given to me.I was woundering if it's normal for to sleep alot and not ...
  A: It is very difficult to determine what is normal for your particular dog. If you feel that your dog ...
Yeast and Allergies4/20/2007
  Q: Since I moved to Cali from MN about a year ago my dog has developed yeast in her year, plus ...
  A: I would like to address your dog's ears problems: * Vinegar Rinse A timely vinegar rinse, ...
Husky malamute cross behaviour issue4/18/2007
  Q: My girlfriend moved in a few months ago and brought with her two dogs and two cats, one of which is ...
  A: Whenever there is a behavorial problem I always suggest that a dog be brought in for a medical ...
Dog losing bowel4/16/2007
  Q: We have a 3 year old min-pin. She's been potty-trained with a potty pad. And she was doing great ...
  A: I apologize for the delay. As you may know, we had a wicked Nor'easter here and are just starting ...
My Dog Has Started Urinating in the house at night4/14/2007
  Q: Please help me I have an 4 year old staff and he has just started peeing in the house at night time. ...
  A: If you notice a change in behavior is it always wise to have a full blood workup done by your vet. ...
blind dogs sudden aggression4/12/2007
  Q: I acquired a dog when I remarried that is pit bull/shepherd mix. Julius is very attached to me ...
  A: I apologize for the delay. As you may know, we had a wicked Nor'easter here and are just starting ...
Old Dog New Strange Behavior4/11/2007
  Q: I have a large mixed breed dog. We adopted him as an adult and believe he is around 8 years old. He ...
  A: When a dog displays the type of behavior you are describing, I always suggest that you ask your vet ...
A few issues..4/9/2007
  Q: I have a pomeranian cross breed who is 3 months old. I have had her for almost 3 weeks now and I ...
  A: She must be extremely adorable! Your pup isn't biting. She's doing what we refer to as mouthing. ...
Marking in house4/8/2007
  Q: .....We rescued a what we believe to be a collie/husky cross... We are now curious to see if hes ...
  A: I would like to address what I see as several issues. You said that you recused your dog about 8-9 ...
parvo or coccidea4/7/2007
  Q: not sure if you could answer this or not. i currently got a puppy and brought it home to my 2 other ...
  A: My heart is breaking for your loss. It must feel so frustrating to have gotten two different ...
pls help4/6/2007
  Q: I need a little bit of help from you. I have a dog that's about 16-17yrs old. She's a medium sized ...
  A: I understand your hesitation to bring your dog to a vet after having had two traumatic experiences ...
mange4/5/2007
  Q: we just got a new puppy and it scratches alot but no sign of fleas we have had her now about 2 weeks ...
  A: Your dog can be scratching from many things...anything from allergies to a reaction to vaccinations ...
growling4/4/2007
  Q: I have a daschund who is almost 11 years old. he weighs about 45lbs (he is a big daschund, not over ...
  A: From everything that you have written, I believe that there is the possibility that the root of your ...
dog urinating while sleeping4/1/2007
  Q: I live in Bangkok and the vets here are unable to help me. I have a mixed female cocker and spits. ...
  A: I apologize for the delay. I've been overwhelmed because of the dog food poison recall here in the ...
TRAINING DOG3/31/2007
  Q: My problem is this. My sister is going blind however with this that she will multi- disabled then ...
  A: I am so sorry that your sister is going blind. I do not quite understand why she cannot get a guide ...
my pitbull3/29/2007
  Q: how old does she have to be to get her period? and how soon can i mate her?
  A: Here is some information on a female dog in heat: The average heat cycle for a dog is approximately ...
My chihuahua3/28/2007
  Q: I have a 3yr old long hair chihuahua. She is usually perky and playful, but in the last two weeks ...