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| Subject | Date Asked |
| demodex mites | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: i have a 5yr old mix chihuahua..he has demodex i have done the mitabin dips nd it wnt go away..i ... A: Treating a dog for demodectic mange isn't a one shot deal. You need to treat your dog every other ... | |
| dog seizures | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: My 8yr.old small mix male dog has been having seizures mostly noticed when becoming excited. He ... A: Seizure disorders aren't uncommon in dogs, most of the time it's a condition that's controllable ... | |
| Dog can't seem to throw up | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: My dog has been fine all day and most of the night playing eating drinking and going potty and then ... A: I can't say what's going on with your dog. Inducing vomiting could be the wrong thing to do, it all ... | |
| 19 day old lab pups | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: we feel that Lilly the mom is having trouble providing enough two puppies take to the bottle. what ... A: When a momma dog can't nurse her pups as she needs to, you have to bottle feed the babies. If she's ... | |
| 8-1 shoot | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: i gave my dog (dotson/ poodle mix) a 8-1 shoot tonight and within 20 min she layed down and did not ... A: Your dog may be having a reaction to the 8-1 vaccine. It could be a serious reaction, for that ... | |
| choosing a dog! help!! | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: I seriously just need pros and cons and basics and stuff for a golden retriever. And how much the ... A: Any pure-breed of dog is going to have health concerns, for that reason it's important that if ... | |
| Female Boxer Heat/Gas | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a female Boxer puppy that is 6 months old. I have never owned this breed ... A: Most dogs (no matter the breed) begin their heat cycles anytime from 6 months of age, to 12 months ... | |
| black belly on my dog | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: You seem to be unaware of a breed of dog...Chinese Crested Hairless. My dog is a purebred Crested ... A: I have no idea why you start your message by saying that I seem to be unaware of the Chinese Crested ... | |
| Health Question about Golden Retriever | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: We have a 10 year old golden retriever/collie mix. We just noticed a rather big bump on her right ... A: Dogs can develop many kinds of lumps and bumps. One very common kind of growth in middle-aged to ... | |
| Cola | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: My one year old dog Cola started licking his anus constantly last week. I looked at it and he had a ... A: There are many potential causes of rectal itching in dogs. One of the most common is allergies. Just ... | |
| My golden retriever cycle. | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: this is my first time writing here. and i love my golden retriever(her name is rheema) so much. ... A: Though you do not own a male dog, every male dog within a two mile radius of where you live knows ... | |
| dogs weight | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: i have two small dogs the eat like a mule but the will not gain weight. there weight is around ten ... A: You didn't say your dog's age or their activity level. Dogs under 12 months need a puppy food to get ... | |
| m | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: I have an 11 years old American Pit bull Terrier that I adopted 10 years ago. Very healthy and ... A: It's entirely possible that your dog's current condition has been gradually incubating for period of ... | |
| Problems with my Akita | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: I have an Akita female who is nearly 2 years old, she is very domineering and I have experienced ... A: Knowing your 2 year old Akita was quite dominate, and had countless behavioral issues, why ever did ... | |
| Dogs jaw | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: Our dog has difficulty opening her mouth. She eats her food regularly but seems to find difficulty ... A: Because dog are animals, they don't show pain as you and I do. It's a survival skill. Since you've ... | |
| licking peepee & getting stuck | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a male cockapoo and he likes to lick his private area and he has done this before and we took ... A: Your dog is licking his penis because it's causing him some degree of discomfort. You didn't say ... | |
| before a get one help | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: for a husky do you need to be active as people say you do like run and that see i have problems ... A: Without the correct level of daily exercise, mental activity (training), or human companionship, the ... | |
| adult retired breeding dog still has large teats | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I was just wondering how long it takes, and if the teats ever shrink to almost normal in a retired ... A: After a female dog has had a litter, their teats never return to how they looked before she was ... | |
| dog s | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: we just got the lab its a hard situation and a long stoy on how we got her. now my father hit ... A: Yes, I would call it abuse if your dad continually hits your dogs. If the dogs aren't on a leash ... | |
| ear mites | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: my dog has ear mites. i have been treating him with "petco brand - ear mite remedy for dogs" as it ... A: If you've been treating your dog with Petco ear mite medication for 2 months, but still haven't seen ... | |
| coughing elderly dog | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: My 13 year old spade female LabX has started coughing recently. Usually she coughs in this wheezy ... A: Getting your dog prompt medical care in her senior years will go a long way in keeping her healthy ... | |
| coughing elderly dog | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: My 13 year old spade female LabX has started coughing recently. Usually she coughs in this wheezy ... A: There's really no way for anyone on line to guess at what your dog's problem might be, and depending ... | |
| Sleeping pattern for new puppy | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6wk old shitz shu puppy, her sleeping pattern at night is about every two hours, and then ... A: Your puppy is still quite young, and actually shouldn't have been separated from his mother and ... | |
| Dog "leaks" | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: We just adopted a 2 yr old Shitz Zhu female. She is neutered., house trained, fairly obedient. But, ... A: Congratulations on adopting a dog! (She's spayed not neutered though, neutering is just for male ... | |
| blue pits | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I have two male blue pits they are both 1 and they do not get alone at all. we have to do everything ... A: Your first course of action would be to get both of your dogs neutered, if they aren't already!!! ... | |
| husky shepard mix ears | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: dogs ears are pointed straight up but now one has flopped down. he is seven years old and plays with ... A: It's possible your dog's ear was bruised when playing with your other dog. If you gently stroke the ... | |
| Yorkiepoo pup in bad shape | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: My girlfriend and I picked up a yorkiepoo pup Saturday 2 weeks ago froma breeder. Her vet records ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about your poor sick puppy. What your puppy needs is to be under a vet's ... | |
| Crating a Bicho Friese | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: I took my dog to a vet because of occasional severe pain in his right front leg recently. They did ... A: Restricting your dog's movement while providing medication for pain and inflammation is a very ... | |
| border collie gets into trash | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: My dog is a border collie and every time my family and I leave the house… or better yet when any ONE ... A: Puppies and dogs are individuals, that's why you didn't experience the garbage can problem with your ... | |
| new dog | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I want to buy a puppy for myself, I live in INDIA...... MY Schedule:- 9:00 am to 6:00 pm ... A: All dogs, no matter the breed require more time than it sounds like you're able to give at this ... | |
| calcium oxalate bladder stones | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: my 10 year old Miniature Schnauzer dog has 6 bladder stones. They did tests and they can't tell for ... A: I understand your problem, but calcium oxalate stones cannot be made to dissolve over time by ... | |
| Samoyed Dog | 10/25/2011 |
| Q: samoyed can live in sunny weather? Hi i m frm India, temperature is normaly aproxx 35.0 C so can a ... A: A Samoyed's coat acts as insulation, both keeping a dog warm in the winter by keeping the heat in ... | |
| Senior Dog | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10 years old German Shepherd Male dog in a very good health and very active ..was Never ... A: Update: If you vet thinks your dog is not healthy enough for the neutering surgery, talk to him ... | |
| starting with a german shepherd | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: hope you can answer questions on dog breeding. i love dogs and horses. i am working as a software ... A: To show a dog, it needs to be "show quality", not "pet quality". That means the dog must meet ... | |
| 1 itchy paw | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old beagle/lab mix and over the past week he has begun continually licking/biting ... A: Is your dog limping at all, or is this strictly a matter of licking and chewing at the paw? Have you ... | |
| Leather vs. Nylon Collars | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I are receiving a 4 yr old female black American lab. She is trained in hunting if ... A: There are many quality dog collars of both leather and nylon to choose from for hunting dogs. Both ... | |
| Pomeranians fur thinning | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a pure bred four year old black Pomeranian named Charlie, his fur seems to be thinning! He ... A: There is a genetic disorder in the Pomeranian breed that can cause thinning of the coat and balding ... | |
| dog aggressive over food | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: We have two dogs, one is a shih tzu/cavalier spaniel mix (mostly shih tzu) the other is an english ... A: Giving your dogs scheduled mealtimes when you are at home is a very simple way of ensuring that your ... | |
| jaundice | 10/9/2011 |
| Q: my dog is five months old and he is suffering from jaundice can u plz help me with some ... A: Jaundice is most commonly caused by liver failure, but there are other conditions, such as major ... | |
| Calcinosis and cushings in my 10 year old Shih tzu | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: My 10 year old male shih tzu came down with a combination of TTP and IMHA in July. He almost died ... A: Hyperadrenocorticism brought on by corticosteroid use (called "exogenous Cushing’s") can be ... | |
| elderly dog/post surgery not eating | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: My 13-year-old German Shepherd/Hound mix had surgery about 48 hours ago to remove a mass that was ... A: It's not uncommon that a dog would refuse food a day or two after surgery. It's really good that ... | |
| 4yr old toy poodle | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: we got our 4yr old toy poodle last year,before we got him he had not lived inside, but in an outside ... A: If your dog doesn't do "everything" he needs to do during his walk, when you return back to your ... | |
| Planning to get / buy Puppy. | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: We are planning to get / buy a Puppy in our house. Would like to get inputs from your side ... A: Congratulations on your impending pet! I'll try to answer all of your questions. 1. If you know ... | |
| our dog with others | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: our dog is amazing with people especially older people. but when it comes to little dogs she doesn't ... A: Not every dog enjoys the company of other dogs. Also, many times two female dogs in the same ... | |
| Prednisone | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old Boarder Collie and after his first year he developed an extremely allergy to ... A: I didn't realize you were not located in the USA, it just makes it harder for me to suggest dog ... | |
| Prednisone | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old Boarder Collie and after his first year he developed an extremely allergy to ... A: using Hi Mark, I understand your concerns regarding the use of cortisone. First, a severe ... | |
| Introducing A New Member | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: Recently we found an orphan kitten, about 7-8 weeks and we've been taking care of her. My friend, ... A: It may be an uphill battle to take a three year old dog that's known not to be "dog friendly", and ... | |
| Alaskan Pup's | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I am searching for a good website wehre Ic an buy alaskan puppies. Could anybody please refer me to ... A: There isn't such a breed as an "Alaskan", if you're looking for Alaskan Malamute puppies, try ... | |
| CALCINOSIS CULIS | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: My bully girl Britches had been on prolonged pred. I have been searching for anything anything that ... A: "Myo-inositol hexaphosphate" (also known as IP-6 Inositol Hexaphosphate, and Phytic acid ) is a ... | |
| CALCINOSIS CULIS | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: My bully girl Britches had been on prolonged pred. I have been searching for anything anything that ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your dog's condition. You didn't say if your dog has been tested for ... | |
| Hair loss | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: My Dog (German shepherd long hair ) Male 11 years old .. has lost hair on the tips of the ears ... A: Nobody can diagnose your dog over the Internet, but I can tell you that this doesn't sound like an ... | |
| Puppy | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old toy poodle puppy. He weighs about 4.5 pounds and has had 4 sets of shots along ... A: Most dogs LOVE cat foods, but it's not something they should be given with any regularity. If your ... | |
| 14 yr old male Chihuahua | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: My 14 yr old senior Chihuahua Cody has become very disoriented and confused within the last 24 ... A: Your little Cody should be examined by a vet, it's simply impossible to guess at what his problems ... | |
| my female papilllon keeps pulling her fur out | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: i know she hasn't got fleas as she is done regaurly and is washed once a week and she gets groomed ... A: Rayner, Grooming a dog isn't the same as providing a flea preventative. Before you assume that your ... | |
| Dog pulling out cat's fur | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: My 2 yr old Retriever has started chewing on one of my cat's neck leaving large hairless areas. The ... A: You might not be able to pinpoint the reason why your dog has started this odd behavior. It may just ... | |
| HELP!! | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: My 2year old yorkie, name Lady is starting to hit a nerve with me. She has been on the same schedule ... A: While you feel that you've given your dog time to adjust when she travels, your dog obviously needs ... | |
| recovering from dog attack what to expect | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a almost 13 year old pom/dauch. mix she is my best friend. this year has been very hard for ... A: As long as the wound is not infected you will want to leave the scab alone. Apply petroleum jelly to ... | |
| yorkie aggression | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: 7 yr old female fixed yorkie. original owner allowed one litter of puppies before having her fixed. ... A: Female dogs are the natural "rulers of the pack", and there is often aggression between two female ... | |
| Jack Russell | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: Our little (10 lb) female 3 1/2 year old Angel has not been herself since we left her with a brand ... A: You are correct in containing Angel to kitchen, until she can once again be trusted not to soil in ... | |
| Beagle Exercise | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a beagle that is almost 8 months old. I usually go on jogs and want to take her with me. Are ... A: At 8 months of age your dog may look grown up, but her bone growth plates are still growing. For ... | |
| golden retriever spells | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: my dog sonny. approx. 4 yrs old. has just had a 'spell' i dont know if it was a seizure. he has had ... A: It sounds as though your dog is having seizures. If they're 3-5 minutes in duration, that's quite ... | |
| Rescued Litter of Rottweiler Pups | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I recently rescued a litter of Rottweiler pups (and Mom) who had their tails 'banded' a couple of ... A: I would use the Neosporin and the antiseptic powder. If you've ever used iodine on one of your own ... | |
| Breathing problems | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: Over the past year or so his panting has become more frequent and noisy. It is a harsh sound and ... A: I wish I could help you, but there really no way to guess at what your dog's problem might be. The ... | |
| Adult Dachshund pooping in crate | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: My 9 year old dachshund is pooping in his crate during the day. We got him as a small puppy and had ... A: Your dog's current problem of pooping in his crate sounds like it's connected to the arrival of your ... | |
| sleep | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: we have a Doberman (90 lbs - 2.5 years) that has wolbbers - seems to have issues sleeping at night. ... A: You didn't say if you're giving your dog any medications to help reduce the inflammation and ... | |
| toilet training | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: how to toilet train to a dog in bathroom? he making all rooms dirty by his potty and toilet, i want ... A: First, be sure to keep your puppy on a consistent schedule of feeding, exercise, and trips to the ... | |
| red swollen eyes | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: My boxer has very red bloodshot eyes and they are a little puffy. He does have some discharge. Does ... A: Nobody on line can diagnose your dog. The main symptoms of Conjunctivitis (also called Pink Eye) in ... | |
| Lack of appetite | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: My 14 year old Collie has always had a lack of appetite, ever since we got her at 16 weeks. We have ... A: You didn't say what was the diagnosis your vet gave you, you made it sound like you were opting not ... | |
| Lack of appetite | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: My 14 year old Collie has always had a lack of appetite, ever since we got her at 16 weeks. We have ... A: You didn't say what was the diagnosis your vet gave you, you made it sound like you were opting not ... | |
| Sudden aggression towards mother dog | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I have four dogs, Male German shepard 10 yrs, Female mixed breed dog very small 12 years and ... A: Good to hear that things are going well! If you give your dogs tit bits in-between their usual meal ... | |
| Change in Behavior since knee replacement. | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: About two and a half years ago, I took in a stray. We bonded immediately she was with me all the ... A: It's entirely possible that she has a fear of your cane, but you might never be able to pin point ... | |
| running | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: How far do you think I should walk / run my five months old Border Collie, she is a big dog for her ... A: At 5 months old, your puppy is too young to be taken for jogs. Over exercising your puppy's young ... | |
| Senior Dog Potty Problems | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old Pom which I have had since he was one. In 10 years, not one time did he ever ... A: You've said your dog has had regular vet check-ups, but have you taken him to the vet since this ... | |
| Deep Wound of Lab | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: My lab is 4 yrs old.Few days back he had a fight with some street dogs in which he had a deep cut ... A: Traxol (Ceftriaxone sodium) is an antibiotic, but it's veterinary usage is very limited. I know it's ... | |
| dog | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: he has bad cough, when he walks or run he really starts to cough. he tries to bring up some thing ... A: The coughing can mean a heart condition, or possibly heart worms. There is no way to guess at what ... | |
| eating | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I have 4 dogs and one of my dog is a little old and it used to eat everything we gave it.Now it ... A: Has it been warm (or hot) where you live? Like people, dogs don't always eat as much if it's hot ... | |
| Lab ate Rat Poison | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: Our chocolate lab (about 50 lbs) ate approximately 1 tbsp. of Rat poison wax block. What should we ... A: Anytime you have a medical emergency, waiting for an answer from anybody online is the WRONG thing ... | |
| a female on heat | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old female siberian husky. She is just coming on heat for the second time. 1st ... A: The time when a female dog can become pregnant is usually about 12 days after the bleeding starts, ... | |
| Sudden aggression towards mother dog | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I have four dogs, Male German shepard 10 yrs, Female mixed breed dog very small 12 years and ... A: Your dogs are beautiful, thanks for the picture! You should know that spaying an adult female dog ... | |
| disabled pet | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: ..A woman who lives in Manchester Ct. is having difficulty taking care of her disabled boxer by ... A: Using a sling could be helpful in getting the dog to his feet. A sling can be made from any long ... | |
| Sudden aggression towards mother dog | 8/1/2011 |
| Q: I have four dogs, Male German shepard 10 yrs, Female mixed breed dog very small 12 years and ... A: Because the attack happened when your one dog was sniffing something on the kitchen counter, it ... | |
| soil contamination | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: i realize this sounds somewhat like a medical question. but i assure you it is not my dogs most ... A: Diatomaceous Earth does indeed kill whipworms. Be sure to only buy food grade DE, NOT the kind soild ... | |
| Dog aggression between pets | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 pure bred Maltese terriers and one Maltese Shih tzu cross. All have lived together with my ... A: There isn't a quick fix like giving your dog a pill. To train your dog out of his aggression means ... | |
| biting dog | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have owned a golden retriever/chow mix for 3 years. She is a great dog except that she does not ... A: Knowing that your dog has a history of biting means you shouldn't wait for a "warning" that she's ... | |
| foul smell help | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: My 15 yr old dog has been diagnosed by the vet with a type of tissue tumor where surgery is not an ... A: Cell growth is called "Mitosis", so (as far as I know) describing a growth as being mitosis tissue ... | |
| dew claw bleeding | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: She has dew claws on all 4 of her feet and due to recently losing my job i can't get them removed ... A: If your dog's dew claws are causing her such pain that she won't let you trim them, bandaging them ... | |
| Border Collie huge sudden behaviour change | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old border collie dog who is fit and of a healthy weight whose behaviour has very ... A: You've said that you've taken your dog to the vet twice, is that twice since you first noticed the ... | |
| Loss of bowel control, 10yo great dane female | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: 10Y.O femal great dane has no bowel control. Drags one leg after long walk but still loves a run. ... A: You didn't say if you've had your dog examined by a vet recently or not. Your dog may have some form ... | |
| http://en.allexperts.com/q/Dogs-701/2011/4/dog-brith.htm | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: This message is in regards to your question/answer referenced here: ... A: Have the site administrator remove the page, if you want to. It's no skin off my teeth. Section 107 ... | |
| 6 week old rotti pooing mucus | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a 6 week old rotti, he had worms so i took him 2 days ago to get him his first ... A: If your puppy is not acting lethargic it's probably not an emergency, but you still shouldn't wait a ... | |
| Puppies found one of my pills on the floor | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have several dogs and am usually extra careful about my medications, unfortunately I wasn't ... A: The rules for the AllExperts site allows up to three days for us to reply to the messages that are ... | |
| Dog howling before dying | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: Our 14 1/2 year old dog, Noel, died on Sunday. We still can't believe it. She was outside when she ... A: It's possible the earlier episode was related, or it may have been something unrelated. There are ... | |
| boston terrior peeing | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 15 month Boston. Since we moved he pees in the house. He gets taken outside with our ... A: It's possible your dog has a urinary tract infection which makes holding his urine uncomfortable. ... | |
| My Schkipperkee's gums | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 13yr. old "little captain" His gum has swollen between one of his teeth (the long one). I ... A: It's great you're taking care of your dog's teeth, but just like people, dogs sometimes require more ... | |
| pain | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: well my dog jumped out of the car window yesterday she is not real bad hurt she is just limping a ... A: Dogs are pretty stoic about showing pain, so if your dog is whining and limping, it means she's in ... | |
| Dog howling before dying | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: Our 14 1/2 year old dog, Noel, died on Sunday. We still can't believe it. She was outside when she ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your dog. Not knowing if your dog had any previous ... | |
| whelping problems | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a 4 year old boston terrier .She unfortunantly breed with the rat terrier across the road.We ... A: I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your dog's litter, and sympathize so much with the tragedy. ... | |
| Tremor in 3 year old chipin | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male min pin Chihuahua mix, I took him to daycare today and when I picked him up ... A: It sounds like your dog had a seizure, not a "tremor". No one knows what it is that determines when ... | |
| german shepherd puppy | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: She's 12 weeks old and only weighs 4.8kg. Is this nornal I'm really starting to doubt if she's a ... A: It's good you were able to see your puppy's parents. Females are usually smaller than males. Thank ... | |
| puppy | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: i have a 10 week shi poo. We brought her home on friday 7/8 yesterday she threw up green stuff ... A: Some dogs and puppies eat grass just because they like it, so it's hard to say if the grass eating ... | |
| Sibling Fighting??? | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I appreciate you taking my question. I have a 2 year old unaltered Male Lab/Chow mix 100+lbs, ... A: A big part of your problem may be that none of the adult male dogs are neutered. It's a step in the ... | |
| nervous new dog. | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: Oliver is my 1.5 year old dachshund Chihuahua mix. I brought him home just a few days ago, so he's ... A: As an adult and not a puppy, your new dog may have some emotional "baggage" and habits that may or ... | |
| german shepherd puppy | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: She's 12 weeks old and only weighs 4.8kg. Is this nornal I'm really starting to doubt if she's a ... A: Some German Shepherd puppies ears stand up as early as 7-9 weeks old. Do not be alarmed if your ... | |
| dog behavior | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: Patti I have an 11yr old maltese wich, has had a few seizures before. She then developed the ... A: The fly-biting behavior can be a symptom of a seizure, and that is what I was referring to in my ... | |
| best time for mating dogs | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: What is a bitches time frame to mate and produce a litter? A: Male dogs can be bred at any age, possibly as young as 6 or 7 months of age if they show an ... | |
| dog behavior | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: Patti I have an 11yr old maltese wich, has had a few seizures before. She then developed the ... A: It is important to do everything possible to keep the number of seizures at a minimum, since it is ... | |
| Puppy food | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: I have done a ton of research on brands of food. I have come to like taste of the wild. These are ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! Taste of the Wild is an excellent super-premium dog food. My ... | |
| older rescue dog, barks and cant potty train | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: Our Dauchsund Penny is 8yrs old. We rescued her in March 2010. We were told that she had never been ... A: Dachshunds are notoriously hard to house train under the best of circumstances. Penny didn't have a ... | |
| My New Dog!! | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: We adopted a 16-month old dog from the Humane Society. Although they weren't 100% sure of her ... A: Congratulations on getting a dog! From your description of sagging cheeks and the over shot jaw, it ... | |
| Rolling in feces & eating them? | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: We have 2 rescues...a 5 yr old English Mastiff and an 8 yr old lab. We rescued them both 3 yrs ago. ... A: Rolling in feces,is really very common. Some think it's due to a dog’s ancient instinct to mask his ... | |
| yellow pipmle like bumps | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: my dog has yellow pipmle like bumps near here back legs. At first they were red bumps but after a ... A: If your dog had fleas, you would see him scratching. If these little bumps are in his hair, not on ... | |
| Potty training | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: Well my 7 month old rott is very good at not peeing on the rug or the carpet and she does pee ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "when its late and the alarm is on", or that has anything to do with ... | |
| Older Dogs | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 14 year old Siberian Husky who is throwing up bile, experiencing some bouts of diarrhea, ... A: You didn't say if your dog has been throwing up bile at a particular time of day (such as first ... | |
| trouble housebreaking puppy raised on farm | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: We bought a female shepadoodle from a breeder who claimed she was housebroken. She is 8-12 mos old ... A: It's very unrealistic to expect your dog to be trained in just three weeks when you're not ... | |
| puppy question | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a English bulldog that had 9 puppies on June 1, she took care of them in till about a week ... A: It's all normal. Puppies are usually weaned at around 5 weeks of age. This is still much too early ... | |
| Digestive problem | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a chihuahua about 5 pounds and 2 and a half years old. He had all his shots and deworming ... A: If your dog is two years old, and hasn't been back to the vet since he was a puppy, it's time for a ... | |
| Pomeranian, swollen glands | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male pomeranian, he is glands are swollen and kind of "drainy" and he has not ... A: No, I'm afraid there isn't a home remedy for your dog. You need to have him examined by your vet to ... | |
| PAIN MEDICATION FOR DOGS | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I realise that you're not a vet and so may not be able to answer my question but a response you gave ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about your dog. Because I'm not a vet, I really can't advise you on your ... | |
| RoundUp | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: In a reply about weed killers you made the following statement: RoundUp- has an active component ... A: If you have a problem with the info RoundUp is giving out to the public, you should take it up with ... | |
| My Dog Was Bitten By Another Dog | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: My 8 month old puppy was bitten by another dog she has a deep cut in her jaw and it kind of looks ... A: Your puppy has her adult teeth by now, you need to have her examined by a veterinarian. It's really ... | |
| Shampoo | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I had used this generic oatmeal shampoo on my pitbull, i had noticed some bumps on his skin, but ... A: Oatmeal shampoo can be helpful for some skin conditions, they're usually fairly mild and probably ... | |
| DOG TREATMENT | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: MY FOUR MONTH DOG FELL FROM 12FEET HEIGHT AND IT WAS BLEEDING FROM NOSE AND CANNOT MOVE THE REAR ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your dog's accident. Your veterinarian is the real expert who can advise you ... | |
| Dog is escape artist | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old Min Pin, Chihuahua, pug mix. I have tried to find a way to contain him while I ... A: Would it be possible for you to have you dog stay at a "doggie daycare"? Even if affording daily ... | |
| RoundUp | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: In a reply about weed killers you made the following statement: RoundUp- has an active component ... A: If you are referring to the message I answered dated April 10, 2006, in the very first paragraph of ... | |
| PUG BREEDING | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: FIRST LET ME CLARIFY THAT I'M NOT LOOKING FOR MEDICAL ADVICE, AND I DON'T CONSIDER MY QUESTION TO BE ... A: I can't give you a percentage of how often heart failure is passed down. Most congenital heart ... | |
| abused beagle | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: We adopted a beagle about 2 years ago and he is really well behaved most of the time, but every once ... A: Knowing your dog has some behavioral issues means you should always be supervising him, and not ... | |
| dogs penis is dripping blood | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: our dog was fine yesterday till 4pm an hour later he is lathargic his tunny reaches like he wants to ... A: Your dog is in need of a doctor, not an Internet helpline. I'm sorry, but providing your pet with ... | |
| New Dog | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I'm living in a family with two parents and two teenagers (I'm the younger of the two kids), and we ... A: It's certainly possible to introduce a second dog into your family, but you didn't say if Hermione ... | |
| rotweiler behaviour | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old male Rotweiler and his behaviour towards me is becoming aggressive day by day . ... A: At a year old, your dog is maturing, and this behavior may get worse without the right intervention. ... | |
| worried about my dogs heart murmur | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a five year old Pomeranian dashund mix. she has a severe heart murmur that she was born with ... A: The amount of exercise that your dog should have is based upon her individual situation. For most ... | |
| dog | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: my new 8 week old beagle puppy keep having spasms an got diarrhea an sleeping loads why is this A: All puppies sleep a lot, but the spasms and diarrhea are symptoms of a medical problem. You should ... | |
| My dog's eye. | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: My dog's name is Rocky, he is 12 and is a German Shepherd, Collie, and Irish wolfhound. His left eye ... A: Your dog probably needs an antibiotic, but until he can be seen by your vet, clean his eyes with a ... | |
| sandy | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: my name is sarah and i have had my dog sandy for 14 years (since i was 15). He is a small mixed ... A: I'm sorry to hear that your dog is doing poorly. Yes, you should consider additional testing, as ... | |
| white dog lazy ear | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a small problem with my 11 month old jack Russell, he is almost completely white except of ... A: If your dog has hearing loss in one ear, but he's able to hear out of the other, you wouldn't be ... | |
| 10 year-old Beautiful Beagle | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: my ten yearold Beagle has been coughing/hacking, not contionously for a long amout of time, but ... A: Not even a veterinarian can diagnose your dog over the Internet. All I can do is tell you what it ... | |
| Bullterrier Pregnancy | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: How will I know when it is time for my dog to have her puppies? A: A dog's pregnancy lasts 63 days on average (sometimes a little less, sometimes a little longer), if ... | |
| Grumbling tummy - very loud | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 10yr old collie/Lab mix male dog, and more frequently his tummy grumbles loudly.... ... A: It's really common for dogs to develop this problem of an excessively noisy stomach first thing in ... | |
| Gestation period overdue | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: 6 months ago, our neighbor gave us a 9 year old terrier poodle, named Bea. We don't really know ... A: Is it possible you got the day that fertilization occurred wrong? A dog's pregnancy generally is 9 ... | |
| Bichon Frise....& my new baby! | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: hope you can help, I have a 3 week old baby & a 7 yr old Bichon Frise.(from rescue,5 yrs with us) ... A: Your dog is going through a very stressful time, as his daily routines have no doubt changed. You ... | |
| My Dog's skin turned into black | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: i have a lhasa apso dog and his whole body except to legs and some small part of his skin had turned ... A: Darkening of the skin (called hyperpigmentation) is usually only a problem when it's associated with ... | |
| diet | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: i have a 5 year old German shepherd that has intense skin problems. several different vets have said ... A: If your dog had a period when he wasn't having skin problems after being treated for Demodex, he ... | |
| Sick puppy | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 month old lab mix puppy hes been goin to the vet every three weeks he seemed to be doing ... A: The most common side effects to Frontline are drowsiness and irritation, itching, or hair loss in ... | |
| pregnant staffs | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a16 month old staff and the vet says she due to burst but couldnt tell me when ,she very ... A: Nobody can tell you if your dog will deliver without complications. For that reason, you need to ... | |
| diet | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: i have a 5 year old German shepherd that has intense skin problems. several different vets have said ... A: You didn't say what diagnosis the countless vets you've been to have given you. You didn't say if ... | |
| Two Puppys | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I also have two puppies and unlike the one girl who rescued her pups, I chose to have two by going ... A: It doesn't matter that you got your puppies from a breeder, having two puppies at the same time is a ... | |
| aggression | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 rescue dogs. 1 male sheppard pit mix ( very sweet. 1 female husky, 1 female rottie mixed ... A: Yours isn't a problem due to your dog's breeds, the problem is having more than one female dog in ... | |
| 14 year old german shep. | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: My 14 year old German shepherd is old. I know and understand the back legs (hip dysphasia)As of late ... A: It's not uncommon for older dogs to develop mysterious bumps and lumps. Nobody can diagnose your dog ... | |
| My puppy | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if you knew what type of puppy I have, I believe shes a pitbull mixed with something ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! With a puppy as young as yours, the features of whatever breed ... | |
| question about pet foods | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a a Wire fox terrier who is almost 9 years old and has been very healthy.The only health ... A: The correct weight for a female Wire Fox Terrier is 13-18 pounds. So, at around 22 pounds your dog ... | |
| question about pet foods | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a a Wire fox terrier who is almost 9 years old and has been very healthy.The only health ... A: Trace amounts of selenium is required nutritionally. The problems can arise with sodium selenium ... | |
| Mucusy/black stools | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: My dog (who is a SBT) has been to see the vet 4 times this week. It started with chronic diarrhea ... A: I understand your frustration, but I'm not a veterinarian so I can't diagnose your dog. Has your ... | |
| sunburn | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: is there any way i can stop our bulldog from getting sunburnt lips, other than keeping her inside ... A: There are sunscreens especially designed for pets, but you can also use a sunscreen made for babies ... | |
| seizures | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 black lab/golden retriever mixes. I have several questions but will limit each entry to ... A: I think you misunderstood me. Being over excited doesn't necessarily cause seizures to occur, it's ... | |
| neutered dog | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: my 11 year old dog is neutered & my 5 yr old female is in heat. He was humping her & now he still ... A: Both male and female dogs use humping behavior as a display of dominance, in those cases it's ... | |
| Four puppies? | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: We recently lost our Newfoundland dog during a life saving operation after he twisted his gut. My ... A: I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your Newfoundland. Getting two or more puppies at once is not ... | |
| is orejel ok for my 23 week old puppy | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: my puppy is in pain due to baby teeth falling out. can i put a little bit of orejel on her gums? A: Many vets agree that you can give a teething puppy Orajel. Make sure you also buy her a variety of ... | |
| sick dog | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: i went to visit my 75 year old mother and when i went to the back yard to see how her dog is doing ... A: If you are having trouble afford veterinary care, first talk to your regular vet. Ask your ... | |
| dog brith | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a pitbull and she's only about 35 day's pregnat and she spend's all her time sleeping.I see a ... A: Congratulations on your impending litter! This is the time in your dog's pregnancy when she should ... | |
| chasing other animals/objects | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 black lab/golden retriever mixes. I have several questions but will limit each entry to ... A: It's not too surprising that your dog, being a hunting dog mix, has a fixation on small animals. You ... | |
| Vet Supplies | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: Who are the main veterinary suppliers in the Ontario area. Must one be a veterinarian to buy from ... A: If by "veterinary suppliers" you mean pharmaceuticals, you would have to be a licensed veterinarian ... | |
| Growling at Humans. | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago I adopted a Shih Tzu from a shelter. He is 2 years old and seemed to be the ... A: A few weeks after arriving in it's new home, a dog will start to feel like it's his home, which is ... | |
| Dog wanted | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I am a 34 yr. old nursing student. I feel too busy to have a dog but I would like one later. I will ... A: If you think by the time you're ready to get a dog you'll be working a 12 hour shift, you should not ... | |
| mastiff dog in labor | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: my 5 year old mastiff is having her puppies she is growling at me and wont let me near her or the ... A: I am very sorry I didn't see your message until now. The time factor of seeking help from an ... | |
| meds together | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: can i give my dog deramaxx and diazepam together thank you A: The person you need to ask is your vet. I am not a doctor. There's also the time factor involved in ... | |
| sand fleas | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old Chihuahua. He was very sick when I got him at 6 weeks old he had puppy ... A: Are you sure your dog has sand fleas, and not "regular" fleas? Dog flea eggs have the ability to ... | |
| dry heaving | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: my dog hes a chilwa pug mix. he just strated dry heaving how do i get rid of it A: I can't tell you exactly what's going on, it could be a couple of different things. It's very ... | |
| pitbull nipple | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: My 2yr old female pitbull has an inverted nipple. Recently it looked like it had some creamy white ... A: It sounds like your dog has a mammary gland infection. It could be viral or bacterial. Treatments ... | |
| fiber cast | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: MY dog is now is having an acl surgery. SHe ruptured the leg, and her other leg has a tear also. ... A: At first, your dog may have some trouble getting up and walking with the cast on her leg. That's ... | |
| Welsh dog | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: My Welsh is a female she turned 1 year on Dec 23 she has not come into heat yet she's been vomiting ... A: No, vomiting is not a sign of a dog coming into heat. Because your dog is 16 months old, and still ... | |
| 7 month old Boxer loves eating grass | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: My 7 month old Boxer has a tendency to eat grass. We feed her on a diet of 2 thirds dry food to 1 ... A: A seven month old puppy should not be getting milk. After a puppy is weaned (at around 5 weeks of ... | |
| Submissive Urination | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: six days ago I purchase a beautiful 9 week old (as of today) female German Shepherd. Once in awhile ... A: The expert you directed your message to declined to answer it, and it ended up in an unanswered ... | |
| lame german shepard | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: my dog hurt herself. She started limping and that went away. She is in pain because she pants ... A: You didn't say the age or size of your dog, and you didn't say if your dog was tested for Lyme ... | |
| My dachshund | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: My dachshund drank a small amount of transmission fluid i was wondering if this will hurt her and ... A: Anytime you think you may have a medical emergency, you should contact your vet's office rather than ... | |
| kitten scratches dog alot | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: what do we do when dog gets angrier when kitten scrathes dog a lot. A: You can trim your kitten's claws with a a toe nail trimmer that a person would use. Be careful not ... | |
| Dog Licking | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old pug that constantly licks his paws and inner leg which goes pink after licking ... A: My guess would be that it isn't skin mites, because mites are highly contagious. But that's just a ... | |
| Dog Licking | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old pug that constantly licks his paws and inner leg which goes pink after licking ... A: You vet should do a skin scraping test on your dog, to rule out microscopic skin mites as the cause ... | |
| food | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: we have just got a staffy pup she is 8 weeks old do we have to feed her any special food, at the ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! Your new puppy should be fed a puppy formula food for her first ... | |
| need help | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I recently added another puppy into our home about 6 weeks ago. I have two dogs already both female. ... A: Having aggression problems between female dog (even if they're spayed) in the same household is ... | |
| Strychnine poisoning in small dog | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: My 7# chihuahua is at the vet's right now receiving IV fluids for having chewed on a ground squirrel ... A: You're lucky a dog as small as a Chihuahua survived strychnine poisoning. If you suspect strychnine ... | |
| 1 yr old female poodle pulling out fur | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: Why is my 1 yr old female poodle pulling out her hair ? I have had her since she was 2 months old ... A: The first thing to do is visit your veterinarian. This behavior might be caused by a health ... | |
| boxer growling and snarling | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old male boxer who is well mannered and have recently adopted a 2 1/2 year old male ... A: It's not uncommon for dogs to growl while playing if they become over excited. Has Paxton ever ... | |
| pitbull | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: If I'm unable to take my. To a vet how can I treat two tits that have swollen mayby they are hard ... A: What you're describing sounding like Mastitis, which is a bacterial infection of the mammary glands. ... | |
| Boxer | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: my brindle boxer who is 1 year old has her third eyelid stuck, it doesnt seem to bother her, but it ... A: I'm not really sure what you mean by the eyelid being "stuck". It's obviously not normal for a dog's ... | |
| activity | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old Chihuahua. He was very sick when I got him at 6 weeks old he had puppy ... A: It's too bad as a first time dog owner you had to deal with puppy strangles. It's good to know that ... | |
| aggression towards specific dogs | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have read your bio & will read and rate your response fairly within 3 days. I have two rescue ... A: One of my dogs is particularly anxious when I take him in the car, which is a problem during long ... | |
| aggression/biting | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old St. Bernard, we got him when he was 5 weeks old. He is a very loving dog with ... A: As dogs reach their senior years, physical problems such as arthritis, dental problems, hip ... | |
| Salivary Gland | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1 yr and 1 month old Field-Bred English Springer Spaniel. About a month ago i noticed a ... A: You didn't say if your vet did a needle aspiration of the fluid in the growth. Aspirating cells or ... | |
| Milk Bones and My Dogs' Diet | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I just wanted to know; how much dog food do I subtract from the feedings when I give them the dog ... A: You don't have to feed your dog ANY treats, his regular dog food provides all the nutrition he ... | |
| Lymes vaccine | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a almost 3 yr old welsh terrier named Tess. When Tess was 6 months old she got lymes ... A: Lyme Disease (not "Lymes") has a tendency to persist in dogs, antibiotics should be continued for ... | |
| wont eat dry or canned dog food | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a siberian husky who is 9yrs old. Ever since my other dog passed on feb 20,2011, my dog ... A: If your dog enjoys the company of other dogs, getting a new dog may help her, but there's no way to ... | |
| new dog whines all the time | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: i adopted a three year old puggle for my family two weeks ago from a shelter and we seem to be ... A: If your dog isn't doing all that she needs to during her walks, when you get back to your home you ... | |
| My puppies | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: I have 4 pitbull puppies born on febuary 2 2011. On march 21 2011 they were acciedentally wet. They ... A: At about 6 weeks old, your puppies should be physically mature to be okay if they were to briefly ... | |
| aggression towards specific dogs | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have read your bio & will read and rate your response fairly within 3 days. I have two rescue ... A: The expert you sent your message to chose not to answer it, and it was bounced into an unanswered ... | |
| labrador | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: i have 1 year old female Labrador who is losing hairs, she is also suffering from exzima and there ... A: Due to your dog's skin thickening (because of the eczema) your dog may lose hair in the areas that ... | |
| dog | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: How do I get rid of my dog/puppy fleas and tick without advantage or forntline? It cost too much. A: Getting rid of fleas on your dog is a two step process. Fleas spend only part of their life cycle on ... | |
| Puppy mills | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: In the last few weeks an issue has come to the forefront here in Hawaii about puppy mills. The ... A: There aren't that many states that have "puppy mill" laws on the books. Only around 10 states passed ... | |
| my maltese was attacked by a pit bull | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a maltese that was attacked by a pit bull yesterday morning. I took him to the vet as soon as ... A: It could be helpful to have somebody hold your dog as you clean his drains. Wrapping him tightly in ... | |
| Female Boxer Dog | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: My female boxer dog is almost 12 month and she didn't reach its first heat. Is it normal or not? ... A: While 6-7 months of age is the average of when you should expect the onset of heat cycles, it isn't ... | |
| Indian breeds | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: Patti, I see that you have a very good knowledge of AKC approved dog breeds. I am from India and we ... A: From my reading I can see that they are rare, even in India. I found it interesting that the Kanni ... | |
| Elderly Lab | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: I am babysitting my son's elderly black Labrador Retriever while he is overseas on vacation. The ... A: You didn't say if Shardik has been diagnosed with a liver or kidney condition, or what his medical ... | |
| My dogs ear lobe has blackish dots | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: My 5 year old Yorkie's inner ear lobes are not as pink as they should be. She recently developed a ... A: Skin tags and polyps, are also sometimes called "fibropapillomas" and "achrochordons". These are ... | |
| dog injury | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2yr old pit-bull/akita male. He has been limping for approx. 2-3 weeks. In the beginning he ... A: Your dog has been limping around in this condition for far too long. He isn't yelping for "no ... | |
| House breaking and Separation anxiety | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I will start of with the separation anxiety. My 1 year old Toy poodle does not mind staying in his ... A: You didn't say if your dog is able to "hold it" for the 6 hours a day that you're crating him. If ... | |
| Lipoma | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: Patti, You had answered a question posted by Darlene on 1-22-2007 and I am in the same boat. I too ... A: I'm sorry I don't recall the message to Darlene that you are referring to. I've answered over 4000 ... | |
| My Puppy Bacardi | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: Ok, So I have a 6month old Boston Terrier crossed with french bulldog. He is having issues going ... A: You can't expect your puppy to "hold it" and not have accidents when you leave him home alone. He's ... | |
| buying a 2 yr. old Maltese from breeder | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I recently lost my 12 year. old Shih Tzu and am looking to buy a 2 yr. old Maltese registered female ... A: The price the breeder is asking sound on the high side for an adult dog that's been used for ... | |
| Food for Diabetic dog | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: My dog Birdie as of 3 weeks ago ison insulin 2 times a day for Diabetes. Her diet of course had to ... A: You didn't say which Premium Edge dry dog food you're using on your other dog. The Lamb and Senior ... | |
| Older dog meeting new dog!! | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: My nearly 12 year old Doberman is living in Spain with my parents while I have been away with my ... A: If it's a known fact that your elderly Doberman does not like the company of other dogs, then you ... | |
| Skin Problem | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: My toy poodle about 3 months recently suffering from skin problem. It starting from her stomach ... A: A good place to start, would be to look for fleas on your dog, since you think the skin condition ... | |
| when do you know it's time to say goodbye? | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: I have two beautiful rescue shepherd mixes. One of my boys is 13 and has been diagnosed with ... A: What you're dealing with is the hardest part of pet ownership, and my heart goes out to you. There ... | |
| Senior dog/ CDS | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Our 16 year mixed breed dog (sheltie like) has the classic symptoms of doggie alzheimers.It breaks ... A: Actually, there is an FDA approved medication that could help your dog's condition (it's called ... | |
| French Mastiff | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: My French Mastiff finished her first heat about 12-15 days ago, she was both inside and outside at ... A: After a dog's first heat cycle, it's mammary glands remain larger than they were before she had her ... | |
| lab/chow bites | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved in with my boyfriend and within 3 months I have witnessed this 9 year old dog bite ... A: Who's at fault is the dog's owner for allowing this situation to get this bad that so many people ... | |
| dog in heat | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: i read about the third stage of heat and was wondering is it too late to allow her get pregnant she ... A: When a female enters the fertile part of the heat cycle isn't cast in stone. Normally it's about 12 ... | |
| Great Dane Puppy | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: Hey. Thanks for taking the time to read my question. My 6 month old male great dane may be sick. ... A: Not seeing anything in your puppy's mouth doesn't mean there isn't a problem below the gum line that ... | |
| Great Dane Puppy | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Hey. Thanks for taking the time to read my question. My 6 month old male great dane may be sick. ... A: It definitely sounds as though your puppy isn't feeling well. Lethargy and drooling can be signs of ... | |
| aggressive golden retriever | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I have read your bio and will read and rate your response fairly within 3 days. We have a 4 year old ... A: The person you directed your message to declined to answer it, and it ended up in a "questions pool" ... | |
| My Dachshund & potty behavior | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I rescued a dachshund 1.5 years ago who is reportedly 10 yrs old. She is frustrating in one aspect ... A: Dachshunds are notoriously hard to house train, that said, given your dog's age you should have your ... | |
| schnauzer puppy barking | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: However when taking him out for a walk he barks unnecessarily at people and other dogs!! What is the ... A: When your puppy barks when you're walking him, don't correct him by shouting at him. This is only ... | |
| sudden peeing in the house | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 rescued gsd. I have had them for 3 years and they have always been house trained. However, ... A: I assume the infection your male dog was treated for was a urinary tract infection. Because your dog ... | |
| aggressive chihiuahua | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have two Chihuahua and one is mixed with terrier and the older one is being very aggressive ... A: You didn't mention the age of the dog that's getting attacked, or if it is also a female dog. ... | |
| moving mum n pups | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I work as a semi-live-in carer, and HAVE to work 2 days after my bitch's due date...she normally ... A: I'm glad I've been a help. You're welcome to ask as many questions as you need to have answered! ... | |
| New Puppy | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a female boxer puppy she is four months old and all she wants to do is eat and ... A: A 4 month old Boxer puppy should weigh much much more than 12 pounds. Your puppy should weigh closer ... | |
| moving mum n pups | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I work as a semi-live-in carer, and HAVE to work 2 days after my bitch's due date...she normally ... A: To me, it sounds like leaving your dog at home with her puppies is the thing to do. Puppies under 4 ... | |
| Mass growth | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: at this moment, my dog is still in recovery, I want to know how to see if the small mass that grew ... A: As a pet owner, I totally understand your concerns and fears. But there's no use in trying to guess ... | |
| fear of traveling in vehicle | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: My 11 month old siberian husky is terrified when he travels in a vehicle on the highway. We got him ... A: I don't know if you'll ever be able to pinpoint the reasons why your puppy has suddenly started to ... | |
| New puppy after death of my dog | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: I am considering getting a new puppy. I lost my 15 year old yellow Lab, Cody on Dec. 11. I had him ... A: It's too bad there breeder lost so many puppies from this litter, but your puppy still would benefit ... | |
| Ivomec | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in giving my German Shephard monthly straight Ivomec treatments for the prevention ... A: Talk to your veterinarian to confirm proper dosage for your dog, the standard Ivomec dosing ... | |
| Newborn puppy information | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: Are newborn puppies required to have an external heat source for the first five weeks of life? A: New born puppies are very susceptible to chilling because they cannot maintain or regulate body ... | |
| puppy medical concerns | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: my 11 week old red nose pit bull at times seems very sluggish & will hardly be able to get up stairs ... A: Thrashing around while sleeping isn't really anything to worry about. Your puppy is dreaming! Dogs ... | |
| 11 year old dog starts snapping | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: My 11 year old Lab/Foxhound/Pointer mix snapped at me the other day. Thank goodness I had a heavy ... A: Many times when an elderly dog suddenly acts aggressively, it's because they're in pain, or because ... | |
| New puppy after death of my dog | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I am considering getting a new puppy. I lost my 15 year old yellow Lab, Cody on Dec. 11. I had him ... A: I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your dog Cody, but glad you'll be opening your heart to ... | |
| Puppy bitten by older dog | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 12 week old West Highland Terrier crossed with a Schnauzer. He is very hyper and loves to ... A: I hope your puppy is doing okay after the attack. Protecting your puppy from any older dogs (even ... | |
| Destructive Akita | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old male Akita. I walk him everyday for at least 20 minutes, sometimes twice a ... A: The only ways to stop destructive behavior is by supervision and prevention, meaning removal of ... | |
| strange behaviour | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: today she is sitting in a dark room and not ready to ome out of that room and wants me to sit their. A: If your dog isn't showing signs of illness, such as acting lethargic, not eating or drinking, is ... | |
| Sam | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a poodle named Sam and he will be 4 yrs. old in Feb. On Sunday Jan. 9th 2011, i seen him get ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about Sam's tragic accident. I can't say why your dog was put on ... | |
| puppy questions | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: 1) how often do you worm a puppy/dog? 2) when to flea your pup/dog? 3) what is the best type of food ... A: Congratulations on your impending puppy! Whomever you're getting your puppy from (a breeder or a ... | |
| Dog Concern | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: My dog has recently shown some weird symptoms and I'm not sure we should be worried or not. There ... A: The most common cause for loud stomach noises is the excessive production of gas. What you're ... | |
| Yorkshire and pregnant woman | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: quick question not sure if i got the answer, however, we have a yorkshire for sometime and it is ... A: A sudden change in a dog's behavior can be rooted in a number of factors. If there has been any ... | |
| old age dog | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Dog who is a german shepard/ rottie mix that i adopted about 8 years ago. He always had ... A: Since your dog is large, and at least 9 years old, he would be considered elderly. Given his breed ... | |
| Dog in heat | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: My dog is 23 weeks old and he is also in heat. I have so many holes in my backyard from him trying ... A: Male dogs do not have a heat cycle, so I'm not sure what your question is. Is your dog being ... | |
| adopted a shih tzu | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: On Christmas Eve we were called, and asked to adopt a 14 month old shih tzu, supposedly a child ... A: Congratulations on your recent dog adoption! Stress, an abrupt change of diet, or even a change of ... | |
| Obedience | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a beautiful female Papillon aged at 3 months and I wish to enroll her in a weekly obedience ... A: Your puppy is acting like a normal, untrained puppy. You can find an obedience class in your local ... | |
| Puppy stool | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: My name is Ashley, i have a seven week old puppy and i am new at this whole puppy thing... i have ... A: I hope your puppy's loose stool has cleared up by now. If not, you should contact your veterinarian. ... | |
| Chihuahua with mitral valve regurgitation and left side congestive heart failure | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a chihuahua with chf he is 8 year old and weighs 5.5 pounds. He is on vetmedin and lasix, the ... A: Your dog's heart disease is a serious progressive condition which could be life threatening. You do ... | |
| warts on dog? | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr.old female schnauzer I adopted from a rescue group. She is very healthy with the ... A: Dogs can develop many different kinds of growths, many of which are benign, or noncancerous. ... | |
| dog illness | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: i have 13 year old jack russel terrier, he always been bright and chirply but recently he loss all ... A: Your dog really needs to be examined by a veterinarian. With the symptoms you've described, there's ... | |
| two dogs???? | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I am thinking of buying 2 Newfoundland (female) puppies, my reason for this is because i'm looking ... A: Having two puppies at once is a poor idea as you suspected. It is far better to introduce a second ... | |
| low cost neutering clinics | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Can you please elaborate on your previous question regarding "dogs in heat." I would like some ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! I don't know which of my previous messages you are referring ... | |
| Rottwieler female with no milk | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have lost a couple of Rottwieler puppy liters when their mothers milk won't come down. It has been ... A: Bottle feeding doesn't "spoil" new born pups, it's an absolute necessity when the mother can't ... | |
| Purchasing another dog | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a 12 year old pug that is still very active and healthy. I was thinking about purchasing a ... A: If Rocky is known to enjoy the company of other dogs, then getting a puppy is a good idea, otherwise ... | |
| Getting better traction for my old dog | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a very old dog who is doing relatively well for her age but does lost her footing alot ... A: If your dog has long hair between her foot pads, trimming it is the first step to take in getting ... | |
| Rescued brussels griffon | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I just got an adorable Brussels that I have fallen head over heels for! She must have been abused ... A: If you are planning on keeping the dog, the best thing would be to have a veterinarian examine your ... | |
| Anal Glands | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: My problem is he has problems with this anal glands. Is there anything I could give him to help with ... A: What isn't fair to your dog is not providing medical treatment when it's needed. If your dog is ... | |
| Virus? | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: My baby poodle about 2 months old died and I would like to find out the reason. I was up to ... A: Depending on the severity of the disease, Parvo can indeed kill within 24 hours. There is more than ... | |
| Virus? | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: My baby poodle about 2 months old died and I would like to find out the reason. I was up to ... A: I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your puppy. I seriously doubt that either ear mites, or the ... | |
| Re: Puppy allergy | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I suspect my puppy is allergic to alfalfa grass. Twice now she has gotten a hold of the alfalfa ... A: The symptoms you've described sound like an allergic response. The best thing would be if you would ... | |
| Bloody skin infection 1 yr old german shepherd | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: My (nearly) 1 year old German Shepherd, Arastu, has had this weird skin infection since ... A: I'm sorry your dog is having chronic skin problems. Unfortunately, nobody on line can diagnose your ... | |
| Dogs fight | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: Our dog Lexi is a 16 months old female dog. She is Bichone Fraise x Pug.We have her for about 1 ... A: Your dog Bobi is still a puppy, and Lexi is still young enough to be very active in her play. Most ... | |
| My Puppy's not eating | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 14 week old boxer puppy and a 5 year old bull mastiff/ boxer. My puppy is not eating and ... A: If your puppy isn't acting ill, isn't loosing weight, has regular normal looking bowel movements, ... | |
| dog odor | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: Please tell me what I can do for the odor my dog has which smells like "old, stinky cheese"!! I ... A: You didn't say which end of your dog the bad odor seems to be emanating from, so I can't give you ... | |
| male dogs fighting | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a schnauzer and a lhasa apso they get along well and ive had them for a year but recently ... A: If one of your dogs was a young puppy and has now reached maturity that could explain the aggressive ... | |
| dog food | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Can I feed my dogs pork spare ribs? A: Cooked bones of any kind are dangerous to dogs, as they can splinter. Spare ribs, even if they were ... | |
| 7 years old black lab | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Since it is so cold outside, he only love to eat, or sleep all day. He will keep asking for treat, ... A: It's good your dog is eating and going outside like usual! The life span of a dog depends on its ... | |
| 7 years old black lab | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: Since it is so cold outside, he only love to eat, or sleep all day. He will keep asking for treat, ... A: You didn't say if your dog seems to be having trouble moving around, or standing up after he's been ... | |
| strange aggression behaviour | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: We have a two year old German sheared mix. He is a rescue dog and was badly treated by children and ... A: Two things come to mind. First, check your dog in the area where your daughter has tried to stroke. ... | |
| Dog peeing and pooping inside once in awhile | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a two year old male shorkie-not neutered. He will poop and pee in the house at times when he ... A: Unaltered male dogs often "mark" in the house, which is not to be confused with a house training ... | |
| dog | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: my dog drinks her pee? she just started doing this? A: Any time a dog develops an undesirable habit, giving them a correction by firmly saying "NO!" while ... | |
| I need advise picking breed of dog | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm just about to move into a very small unit with a small courtyard near city. I'm wishing to find ... A: First let me caution you against getting a puppy! Puppies require a HUGE amount of time to get them ... | |
| dog sitting/separation anxiety | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: We're a couple dog sitting a young border collie (2 years) in his own home. We have experience with ... A: Definitely try to stick to his normal routine as much as possible. Dogs are BIG on routine! Be sure ... | |
| patches on dogs | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: yes i have a pitbull and she is 11 years old. over the last past 6 months she has been itching and ... A: It's entirely possible that your dog has a food allergy or intolerance. Science Diet is not a ... | |
| Full Blood Mastiff puppy | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old Mastiff puppy, he is about 100 lbs! we have had him since he was 7 months, he ... A: Nobody on line can diagnose your dog, if your dog has had loose stools and bad gas for more than 48 ... | |
| dog urine infection | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: I would like your opinion please. I re - homed a 6 year old jack russell from a family 2 weeks ago. ... A: Anytime you see blood in a dog's urine or vomit you should consult a veterinarian. If you are ... | |
| my 8yr german shepard bleeding from his penis | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: My eight year old German Shepard is bleeding from is penis. he is not showing any signs of pain or ... A: Dogs are pretty stoic about showing their feelings of pain, so you can't go by that. It's good ... | |
| Westie, losing weight | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: Can I feed my Westie, who has lost 5 lbs, some protein (whey) mixed up with good water and then fed ... A: You didn't say how old your dog is, if you've had your dog examined by a veterinarian yet, or how ... | |
| Seizure? or dog stiffening up? | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an Olde english Bullgogge, he is very healthy, happy and active. But sometimes when he gets ... A: It's entirely possible that your dog is having seizures. There are different kinds of seizure ... | |
| Dog seizer -how can I help her | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: This was the worse Thanksgiving ever. I was cooking the Turkey and my dog had a seizer. I had ... A: If your dog is having a medical problem, such as seizures, you have to have her examined by a ... | |
| Dog unwilling to eat | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old daschund female.She is unwilling to eat anything.We have tried to feed ... A: Do not yell at, punish, or hit your dog for this behavior. (You should never hit your dog FOR ANY ... | |
| additional puppy | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: We have a 10yo Border Collie who has been on his own for 6 years. We bought an 8wo border puppy ... A: Having two puppies at the same time is a very poor idea. If you were to get another puppy, you ... | |
| dog pregnancy | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: my problem is about my dog having false pregnancy, i think this is the 2nd time she had. In fact, we ... A: Knowing that the average gestation period for dogs is 59-63 days, if your dog was bred Sept. 12th, ... | |
| My puppy is having head tilt. | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: my baby toy poodle is almost two months old now. She is suffering from a head tilt which she tries ... A: It's very good that your puppy's eyes appear to be focusing better today, and it's entirely possible ... | |
| My puppy is having head tilt. | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: my baby toy poodle is almost two months old now. She is suffering from a head tilt which she tries ... A: An antibiotic will only help if the cause of the head tilt is an infection of some sort. Head ... | |
| keeping a dog outside? | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: How long is it safe to keep a dog outside? Assuming 35 degrees as a high but no precipitation ... A: If your dog isn't used to being left outside alone for long periods of time, she may resort to ... | |
| dog pregnancy | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: my problem is about my dog having false pregnancy, i think this is the 2nd time she had. In fact, we ... A: You didn't say when your dog was bred. The time of milk production can be different in individual ... | |
| Eye Irritation | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a boxer girl, she is 2.5 yrs old. Ever since we brought home a new puppy (boxer boy), she ... A: You didn't say what kind of eye condition your dog has been diagnosed with. Sometimes when a dog ... | |
| Training adult dog on puppy pads | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old chihuahua that has been trained to go potty outside. He still goes inside ... A: The fact your dog is so very well housebroken might not be something you want to play round with. A ... | |
| DOG QUESTION | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: Patti - I have a five year old female boxer and when she looks at me, her head is always tilted. ... A: You didn't say if your dog is having any other symptoms, such as being unsteady on her feet, having ... | |
| My dog has a fever | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 12 and has fever I brought here to the vet and he gave here a drug and some pills also, ... A: I really can't say when your dog's fever will break, I don't know what the diagnosis was. Follow ... | |
| My puppy has aggression and chews the wood work around the floor. | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: the 50/50 vinegar and water solution? It smells really bad is there any other suggestions? Behavior ... A: You didn't say if Maggie chews the woodwork when she's left alone, or how many hours a day she's ... | |
| Noisy stomach | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: My Jackrussle chihuahua has the noisy stomach. Is that normal or something I should be concerned ... A: You didn't say if your dog's stomach nosies happen at specific times of day, or if he's having any ... | |
| Housebreaking our puppy! | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: We have recently bought a 9 week old Golden Retriever. He is a very sweet boy, however, he will only ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! At just 9 weeks old, it sounds like the house breaking of your ... | |
| my dog | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old German Shepard. For the past year or so I have noticed she has weakness in her ... A: Unfortunately, for a 10 year old German Shepard you can't expect her joint disease to improve ... | |
| breeding | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: my dog has finished her false pregnancy in the 2nd time? what possibly happened to her why she's ... A: The recurrence of false pregnancy is common in subsequent "heat" cycles, and complications are ... | |
| my 3 month old dog | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: 2 day ago we went and got a dog at an animal shelter in riverside. When we adobted the dog they ... A: You should not delay in having your dog examined by a veterinarian. It sounds like they misdiagnosed ... | |
| fixing my dog | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1yr old pit. And a3 yrs old peekapoo and she is in heat. I read ur article and was ... A: It's great that you're thinking of getting your male dog neutered, but your female should be spayed ... | |
| dog throwing up no energy | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: Our dog has not been able to keep food down for 3 days and has no energy. I've tried giving him ... A: Having tried to treat your dog on your own, and not seeing improvement in his condition, it's now ... | |
| My dog is not eating | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I need help regarding my 7 month old pup. He came to us when he was 2 months old and when he was 3 ... A: After a puppy has been weaned (at around 5 weeks of age) it no longer should drink milk, as it can ... | |
| seperating two dogs | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: My mom and I bought 2 jack russell terriers (brother and sister) almost 2 years ago when they were 6 ... A: Now is the time to start preparing the dogs for the separation. You didn't say when you're moving, ... | |
| yorkie rectum not normal | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: i adopted a yorkie today from the animal shelter. the owner said she could not afford to get her ... A: Congratulations on adopting a dog! Are you sure it's your dog's rectum, and not her vagina that ... | |
| My dog is Unwell , need your help . | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 10 years old ,Pomeranian ,rear legs are showing weakness in walking and also shivers, His ... A: You should definitely follow whatever treatment your vet is advising, because I am not a doctor! ... | |
| getting another dog | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: hey! right now i have two dogs, a dachshund, who is the leader, and a king charles spaniel. i love ... A: Dog temperaments can vary greatly within any given breed, despite the typical breed descriptions. ... | |
| My dog is Unwell , need your help . | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 10 years old ,Pomeranian ,rear legs are showing weakness in walking and also shivers, His ... A: I'm not a veterinarian, so I can't diagnose your dog, but I can tell you that it's not unusual for a ... | |
| My dog is sick | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 yr old Rottweiller/German Shepard mix. She has had diarea or soft stool for about 3 ... A: Having tried to treat your dog's diarrhea on your own with a bland diet over the past 3 weeks, but ... | |
| dog pulling from behind | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: My 3 year old collie has always had issues walking on a loose leach. He wants to drag behind or dig ... A: You might try using a head harness on your dog, rather than a neck collar or shoulder harness. A ... | |
| My 15-month old Labrador has LBM (4th day) | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: Pepe, my Lab started to have LBM and I am concerned for he is steadily losing weight. Pls help me ... A: By "LBM" I assume you are talking about loose bowel movements, if I am incorrect in this assumption ... | |
| St, Bernards | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: We are getting a St, Bernard puppy in about 3 weeks. We are ready for this size of a dog and are ... A: Having multiple puppies at the same time is not a good idea, and is seldom recommended by reputable ... | |
| Puppy is very ill. | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: my 16 week old Doberman Pinscher is very ill. Here goes: (This week) On Tuesday, he was fine for ... A: You don't always see dead worms in a dog's feces after administering a dewormer medication. The ... | |
| Tail Biting | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I have two male collie dogs. One is constantly hanging on to the other by his tail and bites it ... A: The best solution to this problem is to supervise your dogs, so the one can be "corrected" out of ... | |
| Weimaraner is housebroke but pees in crate while I'm at work. | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: My weimaraner is 3 months old and I bought her from a pet store. (I did read an article that this ... A: I'd start with the simple stuff. Does your pup have accidents if there isn't bedding in her crate? ... | |
| otoxicity--surolan | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: My 12 year old border collie went completely deaf after 5 days the anti-biotic drops, Surolan. What ... A: I have gotten other AllExpert messages regarding this medication. With any medication there is ... | |
| Dog Lactating | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 13 month old Jack Russell/Daschound She has never been with a male! She went into heat ... A: It sounds like your dog is experiencing what's known as a "false pregnancy". Nobody knows the true ... | |
| jugular vein rupture | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: What should I do, if the jugular vein of dog get ruptured, including first aid and later on care? A: If your dog truly has a ruptured jugular vein, your dog would have only minutes to live. Aside from ... | |
| house training | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: We have 2 1o week malit-poos which we want to train to go potty on one of the fake grass pads. We ... A: Give your pups more frequent opportunities to use the pee-pads. Lead them over to the pads, talk to ... | |
| dog behaviour, sudden change. | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: My dog is acting very strange! For the past few days he is almost acting depressed? Looks very sad ... A: It sounds like your dog is indeed acting lethargic, but only a vet exam can give you answers. ... | |
| large dog labour | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: what is a normal time for a large breed dog to be in labour and when do know its been to long? A: There isn't a "normal" length of time for a dog to be in labor, it varies from dog to dog, just like ... | |
| My 2 year old yorkie poo | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: How much food does my 2 year old yorkie poo need on a daily basis? A: How much food a dog requires depends on the dog's weight and activity level. Because activity levels ... | |
| Compressed and sterilized bones made up of real bone meal | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: My pets' vet recommended compressed bones made of real bone meal for the dogs. I have researched the ... A: It sounds like you're looking for hollow sterilized bones (such as this one: ... | |
| aggression | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I moved in with my girl friend 2 years ago. I came with a 6 year old female basset hound not fixed. ... A: Female dogs can be terribly aggressive, even if they're spayed. There is more of a chance for dog to ... | |
| Dog poop | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 labradors at home. One is a 6yr old male golden lab x retriever. And another is a 8month ... A: This is actually a fairly common question that I get asked all the time. If you aren't outside with ... | |
| minature poodle | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: his stomach starts making small bubbling noises if it goes on for 3 hrs he starts to crouch and gets ... A: You didn't say what your vet's diagnosis was for your dog's condition, or what diagnostic tests have ... | |
| Dog Not Chewing | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Havanese. She used to chew bones and toys all the time. When she stopped her teeth ... A: It's not unusual for dogs to chew less as they get older. It's also really common for dogs to ... | |
| 16year old miniture schanazer health issues | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: my miniture schanazer is almost 16years old. He is my baby. He honestly knows that he is number ... A: I really can't say why your dog passed out. Did you check to make sure his collar isn't too tight? ... | |
| Rescued dog running away | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: one of my dogs (Australian Kelpie) that we adopted from the Humane Society has always run away when ... A: You didn't say how many hours a day your dog is outside in the yard by himself. Dogs are less ... | |
| sore on my dog's lowe left lip | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Tuesday I noticed a lump on my morkie dog's left lower lip it has now shrinked a litle I have an ... A: It's impossible to guess at what the lump might be. It could be several things, ranging from a wart ... | |
| Male dog Humping | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I have basically the exact same problem right now. My question is how long will it last and is ... A: I'm not sure which of my answers you're referring to, I get a lot of AllExpert questions. I can't ... | |
| Male Dog Behavior | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old male Golden Doodle. He has a very sweet and gentle disposition and was easily ... A: Two things may be going on when your dog turns his backside towards you: 1. Many dogs like to have ... | |
| mass | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: our dog is 15 yrs old and has a mass the size of a tennis ball on her tummy and its warm to touch, ... A: Nobody online can diagnose your dog. Only your vet could tell you if your dog's increased frequency ... | |
| was my dog weaned too early | 10/18/2010 |
| Q: We adopted a small mixed terrier from the local shelter. They said she was about 9 months old. We've ... A: I can't say if your dog was weaned too early. It sounds like she is a normal young dog, who hasn't ... | |
| dogs don't get along | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: i have a month old springer spaniel she is very well behaved but recently my mum had given me a ... A: Having a new puppy in "her" home is a big disruption for Bella. Stick to your routines as much as ... | |
| Addition of another dog | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old bichon frise called Daisy Four months ago I adopted my friends 3 year old bicjon ... A: I can't tell from your dogs names, if they are both females, that could part of this problem. It ... | |
| dogs don't get along | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: i have a month old springer spaniel she is very well behaved but recently my mum had given me a ... A: It's really okay if your Springer Spaniel plays with the new puppy. If I understand your message ... | |
| Help with loose stool | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a male King Charles Cocker Spaniel and his bowel movements always leave soft, loose stool. ... A: The person you directed your question to declined to answer it, that is how I (another expert at ... | |
| DOG MOUTH ULCER | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: Have had my dog at a kennel for 2 weeks noticed he now has what looks like a round red sore on his ... A: I really can't say if your dog being at the kennel has anything to do with the mouth sores you've ... | |
| hank | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old black lab. On 2 occassions he has been walking funny as his front paws were ... A: It's really impossible to guess at what the problem may be. Two years is young to have a joint ... | |
| Pinched nerve | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: My 4 y/o, intact male German Shepherd has come down with a pinched nerve (1 week ago) where he is ... A: I'm sorry to hear that your dog is suffering such pain! I think having your dog go for x-rays will ... | |
| My 5 month old puppy... | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: My 5 month old puppy Lucky (five months yesterday) has had diareah (sp??) off and on since we got ... A: You didn't say which medication Lucky was being treated with. Flagyl (Metronidazole) is often the ... | |
| rapid breathing rate - standard daschund | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: Our standard size daschund, weighing 28#, has a 'resting' respiration rate of about 60 times per ... A: The normal respiratory rate for dogs at rest is 10-34 breaths per minute. The AKC says, normal ... | |
| My 5 month old puppy... | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: My 5 month old puppy Lucky (five months yesterday) has had diareah (sp??) off and on since we got ... A: Loose stools can occur for a number of reasons. It is best to determine the cause of the loose stool ... | |
| Great Dane Pregnant | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My great Dane got pregnant when another dog of some sort got in the back-yard with her. I'm not very ... A: A dog's pregnancy lasts 63 days on average. If you know the date your dog was impregnated, you can ... | |
| worming advice | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 Alaskan Malamutes who run free in my very large fenced in yard. They are strictly outdoor ... A: Yes, it's safe to treat all your dogs for hookworms and whipworms. If you gave your dogs monthly ... | |
| No Conception in my dog after 3 whelpings | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My Cocker Spaniel dog aged 6 yrs coming into heat for every 8-9 months and when i make arrangements ... A: A dog's heat cycles never stop during her life, but that doesn't make it safe for her to continually ... | |
| licking the butt | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: my dog has been licking her but excessively but only when she is outside. She will not lick it when ... A: First, I'd first make sure your dog's anal glans aren't full. If she has full anal glands, you can't ... | |
| possible aggression? | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a neapolitan mastiff she will be a year old on 10/22. I have trouble trying to decipher ... A: Your dog is indeed acting aggressively towards other people and dogs. There are several types of ... | |
| Lump | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: After her second inoculation there was a lump on her neck. My vets told me it would dissapear ... A: What you must do is go back to a veterinarian, there isn't a home remedy for your dog's problem. ... | |
| dog biting | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: My first daschund lived to 18yrs never had to deal w/biting. Present daschund is 3 yrs old. No ... A: All dogs are individuals, just like people. This explains why your previous dog never tried to bite ... | |
| Companion for elderly dog? | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: My dog is almost 17 years old. She is a cockapoo and I've had her since she was a puppy. She has ... A: I think it would be unfair to a 17 year old dog, who's always been the only dog, to introduce ... | |
| Dog - reason for hearing loss? | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a Soft coated Wheaton terrior...she is almost 10... she has been treated for hypothyrodism ... A: Deafness is one of several conditions that Hypothyroid dogs can develop. You need to have your dog ... | |
| hives | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: my french bulldog has been itching for weeks he has itched himself raw in a few spots i woke up this ... A: An over the counter antihistamine can counter-attack allergens (if this problem is an allergic ... | |
| Would it be right and responsible for me to get a dog? | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I am interested in acquiring a dog for myself. I am a second year university student, and from what ... A: As a second year college student, I'm sure you're more than capable of taking care of a dog. Even ... | |
| OLDER DOG BARKING | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I TRIED GETTING BACK UP AND WATCHING TV TILL HE GOES TO SLEEP WORKED FOR A WHILE THEN MUSIC SEEMED ... A: Since your dog is elderly, it's possible he has some joint pain or arthritis which makes settling ... | |
| my boxer | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: my 6yr old boxer has thrown up yellow foamy sick but it has 3 little blood clots in it do you think ... A: The yellow foamy nature of the vomit just means your dog's stomach was empty at the time, by itself ... | |
| Benadryl for dogs | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: what is the best brand name of benadryl for my dog and how much mg should I give him he's about 21 ... A: You need not buy any particular brand of Benadryl for your dog, the generic form of the medication ... | |
| Male dog whining | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 and a half month old male German Shepherd Husky mix and we have a year and a half old ... A: What you are experiencing is the normal response that an un-neutered male dog has to an intact ... | |
| introducing a new dog | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I own a 3 yr old un-neutered male Pit Bull who is extremely friendly and has never shown any ... A: The problems might not stem from your dog, but from your parents female dog who may have issues with ... | |
| My little dog just wont stop!!! | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: so my issue is that my princess thinks she really is one... We have two dogs, one is a weimaraner ... A: I sounds like your little Princess is having territorial issues, and is marking "her" territory. ... | |
| Over the counter sedative for elderly dog | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old flat coated retriever and she has VERY sensitive hind quarters - what is a safe ... A: Regular strength Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) the over the counter antihistamine has a mild sedative ... | |
| dermatitis | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: My black lab is 10-months old. I think he has developed a dermatitis skin condition, possibly to ... A: There isn't a substitute for vet care, there are ways to have your dog treated when finances are a ... | |
| new mother shi tzu | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: She is a mother for the first time, and whines and yips at pups when they are sleeping. She seems to ... A: You didn't say how old the pups are. If this is your dog's first litter, or if she's under two ... | |
| trembling elderly dog | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: My father has a 14 year old mongrel, short haired terrier-type dog. She lives in loule on the ... A: Nobody can diagnose your father's dog over the Internet. If your father's dog has lived the past 8 ... | |
| my dog got bitten by another dog | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: my dog was bitten.I can't get to a vet our vet is out of town.so what I did was wash her wound with ... A: I can't say why your dog isn't willing to move at all. It may be a response to pain, or perhaps she ... | |
| my dog got bitten by another dog | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: my dog was bitten.I can't get to a vet our vet is out of town.so what I did was wash her wound with ... A: If it's a big enough or deep enough bite, your dog may require stitches. Bites are heavily ... | |
| Dog Bite | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: My 5 year old was bite in the face tossed around had to get three stitches under her eye all cause ... A: I'm not sure if Emergency rooms are required to report dog bite cases to the the county of not. Laws ... | |
| Vitamin D for dogs | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: My dog developed a small movable fluid lump in the adams apple part of his throat a year ago. He is ... A: I've never heard of treating lumps or cysts on a dog with Vitamin D. You didn't say if the dog that ... | |
| Itchy Dog | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: My 2 ½ year old yorkie seems to have allergies. I took him to 2 different vets, and they gave me the ... A: Avoderm is a really good food, but if your dog is having a problem tolerating Chicken, it's not a ... | |
| Itchy Dog | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: My 2 ½ year old yorkie seems to have allergies. I took him to 2 different vets, and they gave me the ... A: I don't think any of the brands of hypoallergenic dog foods I've listed contain rice. Most of the ... | |
| shots | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old cocker spaniel who just recently had shots 3 and 1 booster, how often does he ... A: The current vaccine protocols given by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) says to give ... | |
| Itchy Dog | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: My 2 ½ year old yorkie seems to have allergies. I took him to 2 different vets, and they gave me the ... A: You should try keeping your dog on an "elimination" diet for 8-10 weeks to see if his itchy symptoms ... | |
| loosing teeth due to malnutrition | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: we recently adopted a 4 year old alaskan malmute that was rescued from previous owners for neglet ... A: It is more probable that your dog's decaying teeth made it too painful for him to eat, and that's ... | |
| my dog doesn't like my neighbor... | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1 yr old great dane who is is very gentle and kind with everybody exept my neighbor. she ... A: First, call your town hall and ask about any dog ordinaces that might be in the books. Many ... | |
| food amount | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: currently i feed her both wet and dry mix twice a day. probably about 650g per serving is that ... A: I can't tell you how much to feed your dog. The amount of dog food fed will differ from brand to ... | |
| dog Behaviour | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a maltese who is 5 years old. A few weeks ago he ran away but came back two days later. ... A: You didn't say if your dog is neutered. If he is an intact male, it's entirely possible that there ... | |
| 4 month old pit bull | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: is it possible for my 4 month old male pit bull to get my year and half female pregant cause she is ... A: Half of male puppies will display mounting behavior by 5½ months of age, and will become able to ... | |
| dog pregnant? | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: 骰⋴have bred boxers for about 8 years and now im pretty confused. i had my female and ... A: Not having a successful tie is called an "outside tie", it's when most of the sperm is not ... | |
| elderly dog barking at night | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 14 yr. old yellow lab, golden retreiver mix, female. Her sight and hearing are very poor ... A: Whenever an elderly dog has a change in behavior, it's a good idea to have her examined by a ... | |
| "intact males" | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: Gordon, I have a male "intact" Large Munsterlander and also a fixed female. The male has made a ... A: Urine marking is a normal, instinctive dog behavior, mostly in males but also sometimes in females. ... | |
| my 1 year old dog | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: my blue nose pitbull has sagged breast and is eating way more then the useual. i know for a fact she ... A: Assuming your dog's enlarged breast is not showing signs of infection, what's going on is your dog ... | |
| Great Dane snapping when crated | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: Omar is our 16 month old great dane. We have had him since 10 weeks, and he has been crate trained ... A: You didn't say if Omar has been neutered yet or not. An intact male the size of a Great Dane can be ... | |
| Need Help to Calm my Dog | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping to get some information regarding helping my dog get over her fear of noises. I have a ... A: Desensitization training is the way to go, it's going to take time (perhaps months) and patience on ... | |
| re: dog breed | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I took in a stray and cannot figure out what he is. The vet states he resembles a Shih Tzu, but ... A: There are any number of breeds your dog might be descended from, ranging from Carin Terrier, Tibetan ... | |
| my puppy | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a 8 month old German shepherd mix puppy.. at what age will she stop growing and what other ... A: A larger dog may grow until she's 10 months to one year before she stops growing. By the second ... | |
| Heart beat becomes fast after walk | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: My 20 months old female lab got spayed in March 18, 2010.I take her for walk once a day at night at ... A: Dettol is an anti bacterial surface cleaner, I've never heard of it being used to clean a dog's ... | |
| Lasha Apso swollen eyes shut | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: My 8 year old rescue Lasha Apso has an eye infection in both eyes. I have been to two vets and have ... A: Of course you want the dog to trust you, but he also needs to be treated for the eye condition. It ... | |
| dog food for my pitbull | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old,blue -brendle pitbull that I love and I want the best food for her. I feed her ... A: Eukeneuba 30/20 is a diet for sporting dogs over the age of one year, that are involved in hunting, ... | |
| my dogs fur | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: my dogs fur is bushy in spots, i don't know how to describe it but it seems to be getting worse, and ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "bushy spots". Is there hair loss? Is the skin inflamed or broken? Is ... | |
| Labrador | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old labrador bitch, she was spade on 21/07/10 as she had had a false pregnancy but ... A: Some dogs that were spayed during the Diestrus phase of the reproductive cycle when progesterone ... | |
| dog hides/isolates for no reason | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I rescued 2 dogs from our neighbor. We already had one other dog, which gets along ... A: You didn't say how long ago you adopted Molly. It may take several months before she comes out of ... | |
| 2.5 year old 5lb Yorkie. ( Constipation? ) | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: My 2.5 year old Yorkie was acting very sleepy yesterday, but since we were both just hanging out, I ... A: Eating something he shouldn't have from your trash (including cooked Chicken bones) could indeed ... | |
| Heart beat becomes fast after walk | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: My 20 months old female lab got spayed in March 18, 2010.I take her for walk once a day at night at ... A: Nobody can diagnose your dog on line, if you are concerned about your dog's heart rate, you need to ... | |
| My puppy won't walk! | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an 11 week old jack russel named Toby. He has had all his jabs and can go out for his first ... A: Before you take Toby out for a leashed walk, get him used to the leash by attaching it to his collar ... | |
| elderly dog hasn't peed for 3 days | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: My 19 year old black lab mix has started day #3 today without voiding. her health, as expected, has ... A: Sadly, at 19 years old, this might indeed "be the time". Suppression of urine production is most ... | |
| puss pockets? | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a jack russell i have had her for 4 years and she was full grown when i got her maybe 2 years ... A: I'm not a vet, so I can't diagnose your dog (not even a vet could do that over the Internet, anyway) ... | |
| skin problem? | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: i noticed on my 11mnth old boxer 2 small bald patches on his skull they visualy look like scar marks ... A: No, it's not normal for a dog to shed so much hair that it has bald patches. The only way to know ... | |
| Pet insurance, yes or no? | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: I had the love of my life dog for 15 years. He had Cushing's disease along with a long list of ... A: Most puppies and young dogs are pretty healthy, and the only vet care they require are yearly exams ... | |
| dog | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: my pup is 14 weeks and he has been sick with long worms in it can you advise me what to do A: It's not uncommon for a puppy to have worms, many times they're born with them. You need to have ... | |
| dog jaw tremors | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: My 3 yr. old Cavachon has jaw tremors and has had them on and off for about 1.5 years. The vet ... A: If your dog isn't having any issues opening or closing her mouth, and she isn't having a problem ... | |
| mite problem. | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: My goldendoodle started having irritated eyes and face which included some scabbing about a year ... A: There are three forms of mites (also called Mange) which dogs can get. They are; Demodectic, ... | |
| Earthborn Hollistic Dog Food | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I saw your post on what a quality dog food should contain. I think I got that part, but at the end ... A: The person you directed your message to declined to answer it, which is how I came to have it. I am ... | |
| hair loss | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I just noticed some hair loss around my dog's eyes, she is 9 months old and recovering from parvo ... A: Since you didn't mention any itching, irritation or redness around your dog's eyes, I will assume ... | |
| hard of hearing dog | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: our 8 yr old dog recently became hard of hearing and this was confirmed by Vet. Today he seemed to ... A: You didn't say what tests your vet did to confirm your dog's hearing loss. The only way to know for ... | |
| chihuahua's crusty eyes | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Chihuahua, Junior, with crusty eyes. The left more than the right. Now there is swelling on ... A: It's good your dog is still eating and acting normally, but it sounds like he may have ... | |
| Crate Training issues | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: Hey Kristen, I recently adopted a rescue Lab Beagle Mix dog a little over a year old. He was used to ... A: Because your dog isn't crying or howling incessantly while he's crated, it sounds like you are ... | |
| Crate Training issues | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: Hey Kristen, I recently adopted a rescue Lab Beagle Mix dog a little over a year old. He was used to ... A: Giving your dog the run of your home isn't the way to go if he's destructive. Your dog might not ... | |
| Best Dog Food for Pembroke Welsh Corgi | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I read your answer to Ericka, who couldn't afford a "better quality" brand. I can, within reason. ... A: When selecting a dog's food, what's great for one dog might not be great for another. This doesn't ... | |
| behavior change | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Siberian husky mix. We got him when he was 1 year old, and while we had a very ... A: As far as stealing food from your 4 year old, dogs can be very opportunistic, and sees your child as ... | |
| winter for a bulldog | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a soon to be 5yr old Olde Eng Bulldog. We moved to IN a few mon ago. Now my dog & I are used ... A: I am assuming that your dog lives inside, if I am incorrect about this you need to provide your dog ... | |
| basket muzzle | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I read your answer in regards to using a basket on Boston Terriers. I have 2 females that are having ... A: It's very common to have aggression issues between female dogs, even if the dogs are related, and ... | |
| pugdog | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: 1.my pug dog she is pragnent 63days she is not giving birth and she is very lazy she is having ... A: 63 days is the average dog pregnancy, sometimes a dog delivers a day or two later. More than that, ... | |
| Mini pincher | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old mini pincher his name is buddy, I know he has a cold for 3 days now he has been ... A: Your dog's condition requires a doctor's treatment, it's not something which would be cured by diet. ... | |
| my pug | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: my pug he sneez aolt and he always stinks from it no matter what time of the year could I give him ... A: You didn't say if your dog has any nasal discharge, and if so the color of the discharge. It's ... | |
| Ear concerns | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: We took our 8 year old female dalmation / hound dog mix breed to the vet with ear problems. He ... A: You didn't say what condition your dog was diagnosed with, you also didn't say if you discussed your ... | |
| Dog Sneezing | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: My lab (11 yrs.) has the same problem as Jenelle's dog with sneezing. They put her under and did ... A: To be honest, I don't recall my response to Jenelle, I get a lot of AllExpert questions. Sneezing ... | |
| Reasking a Question | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: Patti- I'm sorry. I thought I had sent a question to you earlier today, but after sending my second ... A: I didn't receive your earlier question, so it's good you resent it. When you have multiple dogs, ... | |
| Puppy runs and plays games when time to go out | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: Patti- I asked a question this morning and have another to ask. Our 12 week old beagle mix runs ... A: Some pups seem overwhelmed a leash. With a little time and patience you can get your puppy used to ... | |
| Dog watching-What did I agree to? | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: my name is Lucy and I thought I was doing a good deed by watching a family member's Jack Russell ... A: You are a wonderful person to watch your family member's dog. I hope they profoundly appreciate you ... | |
| nipping and pee pad training | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: My puppy is 13 wks old and I take her out for a long walk in the morning, then leave her in the ... A: Your puppy isn't intentionally peeing on the floor, it might be that her "target" (the pee pad) is ... | |
| Is my dog in labour? | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Hey, I'm Lyndsey and I was wondering if my dog is in labor or will she go into labor soon? This was ... A: Lyndsey At 61 days into her pregnancy she can deliver at just about any time. On the average, a ... | |
| femal dog, lucy | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: lucy is approx 12-13yrs old. She has a protrusion not from her anal area, but i guess from where she ... A: Your dog might have a Uterine prolapse, but that's just a guess. Nobody on line can diagnose your ... | |
| conxstipation | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: my 8 week old schitzu is constipated what can i do A: If you only just got your puppy, constipation can be due to changing food from whatever it was fed ... | |
| need help! | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: I have this dog I bought on august 1, he's almost 12 weeks old, and when he's about to poop I take ... A: When you bring your puppy back to your home, you know he still needs to go to the bathroom (even ... | |
| English bulldog puppy papers | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: There's a puppy that I'm going to be getting and the breeder had the parents akc but switched over ... A: There are two "CKC's" one is the Canadian Kennel Club, the other is the Continental Kennel Club. The ... | |
| What has happened to my dog? | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: My dog is 6 years old and epileptic (yes, he has medication for it). Recently however, after his ... A: I can't say with any certainty what happened to your dog. He may have pulled a muscle during that ... | |
| possible treatment for my dog | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: He has a lot of bumps on his ribcage. When he was younger we had it analyzed and it was not cancer. ... A: Even though you had your dog's growth evaluated by the vet once, you need to have your vet ... | |
| Pain relief in older dog | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I saw in your profile that you have experience with older dogs, and I appreciate that. We just came ... A: When pain is at it's worst, a prescription pain medication would probably be the most effective. You ... | |
| Staffordshire puppy | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I having some problems trying to get my puppy to stop mouthing, but he just keeps doing it and to ... A: When you put your thumb inside his mouth under his tongue, you must do so quickly, and firmly, ... | |
| Staffordshire puppy | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I having some problems trying to get my puppy to stop mouthing, but he just keeps doing it and to ... A: Poop eating is disgusting, but it won't actually hurt your puppy. The sure-fire way of stopping this ... | |
| my pregnant dog | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: my dog is roughly 7 wks pregnant and a moment a go she just passed a clear watery discharge is this ... A: Are you sure your dog is only 7 weeks pregnant? A dog's pregnancy lasts 63 days on average, it can ... | |
| Rescued Rotweiller | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I recently rescued a Rottie that had been a stray for a couple of months and tied up before that, ... A: It's extremely unlikely that your cat's feces had anything to do with the outburst of aggression ... | |
| breeding | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: my mom has recently discovered a friendly regular sized male doxen and we want to mate him wit my ... A: You shouldn't have anyone guess at this important question, as it could mean your female dog would ... | |
| Staffordshire puppy | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I having some problems trying to get my puppy to stop mouthing, but he just keeps doing it and to ... A: Though it's natural for a puppy to use it's mouth to grab things, but it's definitely something ... | |
| Hyproventalating | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me in realizing what the cause is and what to do. I have a golden ... A: It sounds like your dog is doing something called "Reverse Sneezing", not hyperventilating. Reverse ... | |
| dillon is picky. | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: My dog Dillon is 4 years old. He sniffs dry dog food and walks away. Should I add anything extra to ... A: Many times during the warmer months dogs just don't feel like eating as much, which is okay. Many ... | |
| Thunder/Protection | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: Have a Great Pyrenees, 8 yrs old. She is always afraid of thunder. Often, if I am in same room, ... A: If your dog hasn't always been this way during a thunder storm, it's probably more likely that your ... | |
| paw pad injury question | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a lab husky mix who got out the other day. I was able to chase her down and get her back ... A: You've really done a good job with first aid for your dog's injured paw. Sometimes nonstick gauze ... | |
| Outside dog | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old male border collie. The problem I am having is my boyfriend wants him to be a ... A: Your dog is a puppy, and needs to be trained and socialized, he can't get that if it's chained up ... | |
| FUSSY EATER | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a one year old border collie, we got him from a rescue centre. He appears healthy and is ... A: You've said that your dog appears to be healthy, but until you have him examined by a vet to confirm ... | |
| bather pay | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have owned my grooming business over 8 years and have had bather turn over, I have been paying ... A: According to National Pay Data, the salary for a dog bather is between $7.46 and $9.00 an hour, so ... | |
| ONe yeard old lab biting | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a one year old chocolate lab. We have had him since he was a puppy. My question is that he ... A: Your dog does NOT know he's done anything wrong! He may know you're upset with him, but he really ... | |
| Puppy wounding older dog! | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: 2 German shepherds..Sly is 3 months old, Max is 6 years old. Sly is biting EVERYTHING as puppies ... A: Puppies must learn to use teeth properly as part of behavior development and proper socilization. ... | |
| Ear Hematomas | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: My dog had surgery for an Ear Hematomas 3 weeks ago, he has stitches in his ear and some plastic ... A: It sounds like the drain tube may be clogged. You should contact your veterinarian. The solution may ... | |
| tetanus | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: My 1/2 yr. old hound was diagnosed 5 days ago with tetanus. She has the smiley face, sunken eyes, ... A: The prognosis for Tetanus varies based on severity of the symptoms at the time of diagnosis and the ... | |
| Elderly dog | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 13 yr old Basset/springer spaniel...she is a very good dog. I will miss her when she is ... A: It is not unusual for dogs to have a bit of material collect in the corner of the eye. It is just a ... | |
| afraid to leave dog if i find job and nobody is home. | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: not sure what to do with our wonderful adopted shelter dog if I find work. His name is mulligan. He ... A: Yes, it's a very good thing that Mulligan doesn't mark in the house! I'm sorry you had a bad ... | |
| My dog has problems | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I hope you don't mind me asking questions. I adopted my dog from an animal shelter a week ago. The ... A: Many dogs act aggressively towards non-family members who come to the home. It's a natural act of ... | |
| afraid to leave dog if i find job and nobody is home. | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: not sure what to do with our wonderful adopted shelter dog if I find work. His name is mulligan. He ... A: Not walking calmly on a leash isn't the same as a separation anxiety. It's a whole other problem. ... | |
| Dog with excessive intestine rumbling | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Nine year old male rottweiler has a history of excessive intestine rumbling. Only happens in the ... A: I understand that the noises aren't the "hungry" kind of noises, the rumbling noise is probably made ... | |
| dog running to exhaustion | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a very hyper mixed breed dog who runs continuously inside a fenced yard while I throw the ... A: Depending on how warm the weather is, a dog can have heat stroke if it's over-exercised. Heat stroke ... | |
| afraid to leave dog if i find job and nobody is home. | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: not sure what to do with our wonderful adopted shelter dog if I find work. His name is mulligan. He ... A: It's not unusual for a dog to resist crate training, but sticking to your guns, and not letting him ... | |
| Dog with excessive intestine rumbling | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: Nine year old male rottweiler has a history of excessive intestine rumbling. Only happens in the ... A: It's really not unusual for a dog to experience this sort of overnight stomach problem. When your ... | |
| bendryl and also anxiety meds | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: im just wondering what kind of bendryl you give to a dog he is constanly itching his face he has ... A: Your dog may well have skin mites, there are several varieties of these, some of which are ... | |
| Mange | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: My dog got the mange and am worried am going to get it because he has being everywhere in my house ... A: There are three different kinds of mange dogs can get: Demodectic, Cheyletiella, and Sarcoptic. Each ... | |
| how to train my dog | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: hi im gabriela i want to know how to train my shihtzu not to poo/pee inside the condo?and also i ... A: Whatever age your dogs are, the method of house training is the same, puppies under four month of ... | |
| puppy | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I decided to ask you about my puppy Bernie (he's about 6 months old) about this since most of the ... A: Nobody on line can diagnose your dog. Your dog is having a problem, it's obvious that his eye is ... | |
| dog fighting | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I have 5 dogs and two of the older dogs attack the smaller younger dogs when they get close to them. ... A: No doubt, you've tried different ways of trying to prevent these attacks. Because nothing has worked ... | |
| confusing episodes with my dog | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 8 month old chihuahua.She weighs about lbs and is very active.Last month she had 3 of these ... A: It's really impossible for anyone to guess at what the problem is. You need to have your dog ... | |
| diatomatious earth/skin problems | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering where I can buy food grade diatomatious earth? I read about using it for fleas and ... A: If you do a web search for "food grade diatomatious earth", you'll get many hits of places you can ... | |
| Please read me. | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Lhasa-apso who is overweight and very finnicky, what is a good deitary supplement that will ... A: Just like a person, there aren't any magic pills for dogs, when it comes to weight loss. Your dog ... | |
| My Border Collie | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: Early this morning my dog began to what looked like a seizure. His legs were pinned under him and he ... A: It's entirely possible you dog had a seizure. One seizure is not an emergency. Keep an eye on your ... | |
| scared dog | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: my 5yr old jack/terrier has suddenly become scared of me and puts his ears downs and hides from me.i ... A: If the change in your dog's behavior coincides with your change of hair color, it's possible the two ... | |
| Diatomaceous earth | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I read that it is not harmful to animals. this is not true. it dehydrates the lungs of humans and ... A: Perhaps you are not aware that Diatomaceous Earth comes in at least two grades: Horticultural Grade ... | |
| Dog-Dry heaving? | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: My dog has been sick since about 8:00 sunday 7/4 nite...she was having a hard time throwing ... A: Your dog may have a blockage. You should not delay in getting your dog to a vet. Many vet offices ... | |
| 1- 1/2 year old Papillon Death | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I just went through a devastating death of my year and a half old Papillon. He had suffered a bout ... A: I'm very sorry for your loss. I wish I could offer you some answers, but I can't offer you much. ... | |
| dogs | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: my brother's dog is squirting blood from her butt and she seems really sad why is that? A: Your brother's dog needs to be examined by a veterinarian. If you are having trouble afford vet ... | |
| rash on my boxer | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: my dog stayed outside in the garage last night. when i got up she had small bumps all over her ... A: Bumps that seem to be getting bigger and bigger are a real concern. If it was a simple case of ... | |
| Dog Registration Application | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have the App and the Number is on the App also the pin is on the app but the pin is invalid what ... A: I don't have any idea what App (or App number) you are referring to, I can only answer questions ... | |
| My dog is terrified of leather | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: Our family got a dog from the local shelter about three years ago,she is a Golden Retriever mix. ... A: It's possible to desensitize a dog to whatever it fears. You can't rush the desensitizing process, ... | |
| My 9 week old female Yorkie is constantly itching and scratching | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: What can I do to get my 9 week old female Yorkie to stop itching and scratching? She has not yet ... A: Dogs itch for a variety of reasons. First, you should rule out fleas. You might not actually see ... | |
| puppy pug peeing in her bed | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a month old bitch pug. Shes a real character and makes us laugh so much.However she is always ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! It's not too uncommon for young puppies to have accidents in ... | |
| puppies behaviour | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I’ve just brought home two 7 weeks old male schnoodle puppies (Salt&Pepper mini Schnauzer father + ... A: Congratulations on getting your puppies! Your puppies bark like crazy because they haven't been ... | |
| Mom Dog don't want feed her puppy(Born just few hour past) | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I really need your help! The mother dog just give birth 5 puppy.It care her puppy so much when she ... A: You need to bottle feed the new born puppies, here are directions for how to do that: ... | |
| FOOD FOR MY SICK DOG | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I NEED ONE ADVICE FROM YOU .MY DOG ATE SOMETHING WHICH IS POISONED.(SOMEONE IN OUR AREA KEPT ... A: Since your dog will drink, see if she will accept either a clear chicken or beef broth (low sodium ... | |
| Mild white hairless patches on daschunds body | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1.2yr old male daschund who has been found to have this fungal infection for some time ... A: If you'd care to get back to me with your vet's diagnosis of the name of the fungal infection, I may ... | |
| 8 in 1 shot. | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 baby beagle about 2 months old. I have always given my beagles 7 in 1 shots in the past and ... A: It's not uncommon for dogs to develop small lumps at the sites where they receive vaccines. ... | |
| NEUTERED MALE BEHAVIOR | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 5 YR OLD NEUTERED MALE POM AND A 7 MONTH OLD FEMALE GOING INTO FIRST HEAT. MY FEMALE IS ... A: You haven't mentioned when you got your female dog. The accidents your male dog is having may having ... | |
| stray dog | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: We have a stray dog that adopted us about 3 yrs. ago. It took over a year for us to gain his trust. ... A: You can eventually house train your dog, and also train him to at least tolerate your other pets. ... | |
| NEUTERED MALE BEHAVIOR | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I HAVE A 5 YR OLD NEUTERED MALE POM AND A 7 MONTH OLD FEMALE GOING INTO FIRST HEAT. MY FEMALE IS ... A: You didn't say at what age your Pomeranian was neutered. If dogs are neutered at an early age, they ... | |
| hair loss | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: and he got a vaccination shot in may. i noticed after he got it a knot.and a little hair loss. so i ... A: You should know that it is not uncommon for dogs to develop small lumps at the sites where they ... | |
| Rescue dog | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a rescue dog that is a yorkie or yorkie mix. I have had him for 3 years and he has lots of ... A: You are correct not to crate your dog if he is having accidents in the crate, and to contain him by ... | |
| male on male dog | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3yr old Papillon and a 4month old mixed breed dog both male. The Papillon wants to ride the ... A: Dogs use mounting behavior to show status, this isn't sexual behavior between your two dogs. Your ... | |
| dogs | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a chocolate lab and i am wondering what type of dog should i get that will fit with this dog ... A: When considering getting another dog, what's more important than a particular breed, is your current ... | |
| Sudden dog aggression - HELP | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a very passive-submissive lab x (probably a german shepherd cross) that becomes very ... A: I can't say if what you're experiencing is the "changing of the alpha guard". Dogs continually ... | |
| jack russell | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: My 1.5year old Jack Russell is in heat at the moment but she doesnt seem herself shes gone off her ... A: Eating grass doesn't necessarily mean your dog is sick. Many dogs eat grass for the sole reason ... | |
| new rescue dog/owner interaction | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I recently campaigned vigorously for my senior disabled sister to be allowed a pet Happily she ... A: Most dogs have different relationships with different family members, as each family member plays a ... | |
| When is it "the end"? | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: Our beloved 14 you Yellow lab/Russian wolfhound mix has been steadily deteriorating...starting with ... A: It's really had to say when it's "the end". With many people, the amount of end of life care they ... | |
| when to put our dog to sleep | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: Patti, About one year ago our cairn terrier started to have severe pain with eating (moving her ... A: It sounds like Sable needs to be examined by a specialist. I think you'll then have a better idea of ... | |
| my dog ate chocolate | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I'm really worried, my dog ate almost a whole hersheys bar of chocolate. I heard that chocolate can ... A: Chocolate contains Theobromine that is toxic to dogs in sufficient quantities. A lot depends on what ... | |
| older dog pooping in house | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a wonderful dog who is 11-1/2 yrs. old. He is a German Shepherd mix, so they told me at the ... A: I hope things go well for your dog at the vet. This is one of the few times that one hopes the vet ... | |
| cancer drug | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: My 15 yr toy poodle has breast cancer she is in stage 4 we have her on rimadyl 25 mg a day and she ... A: I'm very sorry to hear of your dog's condition. There certainly are are other pain medications ... | |
| older dog pooping in house | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a wonderful dog who is 11-1/2 yrs. old. He is a German Shepherd mix, so they told me at the ... A: Older dogs are like older people. Their bodies change with age, and bodily functions they used to ... | |
| my pit bull is pregnant... | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a (2yr) old pit bull and she is pregnant but i dont know when she is due... Her nipples ... A: A dog's pregnancy lasts for approximately 63 days. If you know the day your dog was mated, you could ... | |
| older dog pooping in house | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a wonderful dog who is 11-1/2 yrs. old. He is a German Shepherd mix, so they told me at the ... A: Anytime an older dog has a significant change in it's usual habits, such as developing ... | |
| ear infection | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: my little year and half dachshund when he shake his head he cry a little. i clean out his ears and ... A: If your dog's ears are clean, it's possible your dog's problem isn't in his ears. Your dog may have ... | |
| pointers agressiveness | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: i was just wondering if they are mean dogs and if it goes on how they r treated and raised? and if ... A: Your message was kind of hard to understand, you need to check your spelling and grammar. If I am ... | |
| excessive pooping | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a mix breed dog that will be 6 years old in July. she has been healthy until recently when ... A: In dogs, two of common signs of diabetes mellitus is a ravenous appetite, and weight loss. You ... | |
| Heart Murmur | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I have just been told by my vet that my 2 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has got a slight ... A: As you probably already know, murmur grading is simply your veterinarian’s way of describing the ... | |
| my dog | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: my dog is pregnant and i just got her off some body and they said shes been pregnant for a couple a ... A: A dog's pregnancy lasts for approximately 63 days. If you know the day your dog was mated, you could ... | |
| Odor | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: My 2year old non neuteured gsd had his anal glands removed about a year ago. Recently he has that ... A: If your dog had his anal glands removed, they can't be the source of the smell. A change of diet ... | |
| dominance aggression | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: ! I have recently adopted a 9 month old female chocolate lab mix. she seems to have bonded very well ... A: It's good you're already planning on taking your dog to an obedience class, but be sure that you're ... | |
| open sore or hole around anal area | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: my small dog which is a rat terrier has a small but open hole on his backside but he never showed ... A: Occasionally all dogs require veterinary care, it's just part of pet ownership. Having tried to ... | |
| Dogs' Eyes? | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old lab mix and I've been concerned about taking her hiking in snow fields and at ... A: It's probably best if you were to discuss this with your veterinarian, given that altitude where ... | |
| bemidral | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: Do you know how much 10mg of benadryl is equal to in the liquid form. A: Liquid Benadryl is too high in alcohol content to be safely used for animals. Only use regular ... | |
| Husky Under weight | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: Good evening, My question is towards my siberian husky who seems to be drastically losing weight ... A: You didn't say if Enzo has been examined by your veterinarian yet, or if he's been tested for ... | |
| Solution | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: Sir, Since 1 week my Dog (indian breed)6 months was under treatment to the veterinarn for Gastro.He ... A: I hope your dog is doing better since the last time you wrote. Do you mean "Statin" (not Statrin)? ... | |
| Arthritis Supplements for older dogs | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a 13-year old Collie weighing 75 lbs. She has been taking 500 mg. Glucosamine pills twice ... A: The difference in various Glucosamine/Chondroitin products lies in the dosing, carriers, vitamins, ... | |
| Dod behaving odd! | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: Help! Our 7 year old German Shepherd has recently(the last 2 weeks) taken to waking us up in the ... A: Pacing, and the inability to settle down can mean pain or discomfort, though I can't say what the ... | |
| Solution | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Sir, Since 1 week my Dog (indian breed)6 months was under treatment to the veterinarn for Gastro.He ... A: By "Gastro", I am assuming you're referring to Gastroenteritis. If that is incorrect please get back ... | |
| Boxer/Heat | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: The first time my boxer was in heat she bled a lot and I'm pretty sure she is in heat again and she ... A: I need to tell you that a female dog should NEVER be bred on her first heat cycle (she has immature ... | |
| cheap neutering places | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm in Farmington, New Mexico. Any inexpensive neutering places here? Or, Lubbock Texas? A: There may be additional options for reduced cost neuter clinics in your area, contact the ... | |
| minpin and new kitten | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: My 4 yr old minpin is aactually trying to kill my kitten( i think) Whatever is going on cannot be ... A: You need to keep your dog separated from the kitten when you aren't home or anytime you're not able ... | |
| beagle | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: myself and my partner are looking for a beagle to rehome but we have heard alot of differents things ... A: The generality is, that Beagles can be stubborn, that doesn't mean they're not trainable. A lot of ... | |
| breeding an older dog | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old Lhasa Apso. I got her at eight weeks from the litter raised by a private ... A: Eleven years old is much to old to breed a dog. Your dog is the equivalent of being age 60, in human ... | |
| heat cycle after having a litter | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: My boxer bitch had a litter of 8 puppies in october last year on the 30th 2009.. I'm wondering how ... A: A dog's heat cycle occurs every 6-8 months on average. There is not a way to predict when she is ... | |
| Dog Barking and Biting | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: Why does my dog bark in the morning? He almost barks at exactly 7 in the morning which is causing a ... A: I really can't say with a great deal of certainty why your dog barks, because I'm not able to see ... | |
| growth | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 8 month old beagle/lab mix. He has a beagle looking face but the height is mix between both ... A: There's no specific answer for when puppies of various breeds stop growing, but in general, a puppy ... | |
| question | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old shihtzu who needs a hair cut but likes to bite when he sees the scissors. The ... A: Regular strength Benadryl (25 mg) can indeed be given to dogs, and it usually acts like a mild ... | |
| destructive german sheperd | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: my 18 month old german sheperd has totally destroyed lounge this morning she just chews everything ... A: Don't give your dog the run of your home when you aren't home, or anytime you can't supervise her. ... | |
| Boxer pups | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: We are taking our litter of boxer pups (6) to get their dewclaws removed & tails docked. I was told ... A: I'm sorry to hear that you've lost two puppies! There are white coat colors in dogs that are linked ... | |
| Boxer pups | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: We are taking our litter of boxer pups (6) to get their dewclaws removed & tails docked. I was told ... A: I don't think you need to worry. Your momma dog probably will not refuse her litter after their big ... | |
| Dog attacked by neighbor's dog | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: My brother has a very tricky situation. He has a 6ft privacy fence that he installed around his ... A: I'm glad your brother's dog is getting better after such a vicious attack! I'm not an attorney, but ... | |
| Urgency | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I am from India and wanted to ask you question. I have a Pomeranian and what has happened is that ... A: Very few dogs would cooperate and allow you to clean their anal area without fussing to some degree. ... | |
| Dog's neck has infected spot | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: My dog has been scratching his neck quite a lot more than usual lately and now it looks infected and ... A: Nobody online can diagnose your dog. Having your dog examined by your vet is what's called for, and ... | |
| worried | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: My dog is a white labrador, of 3 months age.. my question is my dog is bitting our family members.. ... A: It's natural for puppies to bite, but if steps aren't taken to control the biting, and teach the ... | |
| reverse sneezing | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a one year old Shih Tzu and she has had the occasional bought of what seems to be dry ... A: I'm glad your dog is reverse sneezing rather than dry heaving! There are no health risks to reverse ... | |
| Listless 9 year old Maltese dog | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: All the veterinarians were 'Maxed Out", Patti, so I chose you to see if you could help. My little ... A: I'm sorry to hear your dog hasn't been responding to the treatment your vet prescribed. Your vet ... | |
| Travel Sickness | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: My two retrievers aged 1 %26 2, both females get sick when i take them in the car, its a hatchback ... A: It can help your dogs motion sickness is to lower your car windows a couple of inches while the car ... | |
| my puppy pulling out her hair | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: My 4 month old puppy is pulling out her hair whenever she is left alone. I have had her to the vet ... A: Food allergies in dogs usually are associated with licking of feet, inflamed ears, itching, redness, ... | |
| adult dogs | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: We have an adult lab cross, we live on a farm. The dog has developed a bad habit of chasing ... A: You should be worried, it's just a matter of time until there is an accident. Two things can help. ... | |
| Dry Heaving | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a one year old Shih Tzu and she has had the occasional bought of what seems to be dry ... A: You didn't say if your dog's dry heaving happens first thing in the morning. Many dogs get a sort of ... | |
| wasp stung | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: our dog was stung by a wasp what are we supposed to do as far as first aid. A: For a wasp or bee sting, the first thing to do is remove the stinger. Scrape a stinger free with the ... | |
| Nightly Dog Vomiting | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: Patti, I have 3 large dobermans (2,7,13) and all three maintain the same lifestyle and schedule. ... A: I'm actually going through something very similar with one of my dogs. The Pepcid AC may work for ... | |
| pomerian pet dog of 10 yrs fur colour change | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: my pet is 10 yrs old.he is cream colour but recently his front portion from chest to stomach thighs ... A: I have to tell you, I'm not a veterinarian. Even if I was, your dog can't be diagnosed on line. ... | |
| paw pads | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old siberian husky. I was recently checking her paws and her pad that isnt on her foot ... A: Dogs don't have a pad at their knee joint. The carpal pad is essentially the same as the pads on the ... | |
| gagging chihuahua | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: i have my dog "Lucky" for 8 years now. she's a chihuahua cross Jack Russell. last month, april 5th. ... A: I can't diagnose your dog, or tell you why Lucky is suddenly gagging after she eats. I can offer a ... | |
| dog tongue/snoring | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: i have a King Charles spaniel 6 yo who has bad snoring, sleeps a lot, but when she sleeps her tongue ... A: Brachycephalic airway obstruction syndrome (BAOS), also referred to as brachycephalic airway ... | |
| lab | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old pure breed yellow lab. I need help!! About 3 weeks ago she stopped eating. I ... A: It's normal for a dog to have odd bowel movements after having the upper gastrointestinal (GI) ... | |
| Springer Spaniel Ticking | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a field english springer spaniel puppy and I was wondering if you knew when all of his ... A: At eleven weeks old, your puppy is still a baby, and still has his baby coat. Puppy coats are ... | |
| New puppy, older dog upset. | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: We have had our Maltese Jazz for two years, she goes with us everywhere and is our little princess. ... A: Even dogs that enjoy the company of other dogs will get jealous if a new pet is brought into "their" ... | |
| Roxy | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I just adopted, yesterday, Roxy an elderly dog of 8/9 yrs old. She is a shepard/terrier/? mix, she ... A: It's good you asked about tooth brushing. After your dog's teeth have been examined by your vet, ... | |
| Weak Hind Limbs of 2 month Dalmation | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: My dalmation puppy was born on the 15th of March. It was 1 out of 4 healthy puppies. This particular ... A: It's possible your vet recognized whatever problem your puppy has, so he didn't feel the need to run ... | |
| Ben-Awful Part III | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I couldnt do a follow up question because I had hit my limit for that post. Anyway, I just want to ... A: The number of bowel movements a dog has a day depends on the individual dog, and the diet it ... | |
| Ben-Awful Part III | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I couldnt do a follow up question because I had hit my limit for that post. Anyway, I just want to ... A: I have to disagree, solid food wouldn't cause excessive urination, like you're seeing. The only ... | |
| Ben-Awful Part III | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I couldnt do a follow up question because I had hit my limit for that post. Anyway, I just want to ... A: Good to hear that your dog is doing well on her new diet. Her "increased output" may be due to the ... | |
| Re:Puppy | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have another question I hope you can answer it.I would like to know when I go and see my puppy ... A: This is a very exciting time for you! Examine the condition of the puppy. There shouldn't be any ... | |
| dog food recipe | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I wanted to know if for fish I can used canned tuna and if I can can I use it frequently, unlike a ... A: Tuna can be bad for dogs due to the high mercury levels in it. Feeding a dog tuna can increase the ... | |
| puppys of differen ages play and bitte each other really hard | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I have two puppy, a female 5 months, and a male 9 weeks. The female chases the male old the time and ... A: A 9 week old puppy needs you to protect him from your other puppy. Even though it's purely play, ... | |
| puppies | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I am picking up 2 puppies from the same litter on Friday, i was only having one but have fallen in ... A: It's only natural to fall in love with more than one puppy, but it is an extremely poor idea to have ... | |
| My 2 Japanese Spitz | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: quick question I have a desexed female japanese spitz, and an undesexed male japanese spitz. I'm ... A: The mounting (humping) behavior you've seen has nothing to do with sex. A dominant dog (or a dog ... | |
| Dog doesn't respond much? | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 or 11 year old rescued mix. She's starting to loose both her sight and hearing. This is ... A: For your dog's safety, she should not be allowed off the leash in a yard that isn't fenced. An ... | |
| 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: When the scrape or scratch is shallow, the cornea heal very rapidly. Considering it's only been ... | |
| Needing a remedy for a skin condition which leads to medical problems, but have been to the vet | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Your listing said no medical problems, but I am looking for a remedy for a skin condition or ... A: Your question ended up in the AllExperts "question pool" because the person you directed your ... | |
| RE: Maltese Puppy | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know if a Maltese puppy's nose changes from pink to black after a few weeks of being ... A: Some Maltese puppies are born with pink noses that will gradually turn black, as the pigmentation ... | |
| overdose | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: my jack russel ate a box of xlax. what shold I do. A: A week worth of Ex-Lax is a lot to consume in a single sitting for a person, let alone an animal ... | |
| Switching from the HORRID Beneful...to ..... ? | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help guide me in picking the right dog brand for my 8 yr old chihuahua. She ... A: No, that's not entirely correct. It's the dog's actively level that you should go by, not by the ... | |
| Switching from the HORRID Beneful...to ..... ? | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help guide me in picking the right dog brand for my 8 yr old chihuahua. She ... A: Actually, 22% protein is quite adequate for an adult dog. You need to consider the source of ... | |
| Switching from the HORRID Beneful...to ..... ? | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help guide me in picking the right dog brand for my 8 yr old chihuahua. She ... A: It's true that there are better foods than Beneful out there, and Nature's Recipe is definitely one ... | |
| My dog is not being active and he is only a 1 1/2 yrs old | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 dogs and they are both active. I have been away for almost 4 days and i just got back. One ... A: If you suspect your dog is having a medical problem, call your veterinarian, do not wait for a ... | |
| Old Dog | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have an old mixed terrier dog. He cannot walk anymore and cannot bring himself up to stand. The ... A: If your dog isn't in pain (or has pain that is controllable), still enjoys eating, and recognizes ... | |
| Boxer Skin Disorder | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I saw your question posted about your dog Hunter with the skin disorder. My Boxer has this same ... A: I'm sorry but I don't recall the question you are referring to. I've gotten a lot of All Expert ... | |
| diet for cysteine stones | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: My 5 yr old Sheltie had surgery for cysteine stones 3 weeks ago and is now on Hills UD diet, both ... A: Along with the food (which I'll address shortly) at all times your dog has access to fresh water and ... | |
| Shaved Pom | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: HELP! My husband arrived home early and decided to walk our pom Princess, in doing so he felt that ... A: You are correct, you aren't supposed to shave a Pomeranian, but what's done is done. Her coat will ... | |
| Re: Lipfold Pyoderma - Spaniel | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I trust that you will be able to provide some advice and perhaps solution to my problem. I have a 6 ... A: I'm sorry to hear that your dog is still having problems with her Lip Fold Pyoderma, despite your ... | |
| Sudden "depression" or lack of energy in my Jack Russell. | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: Recently, my wife and I returned from a trip to the United Kingdom and picked up our 2 year old male ... A: It's not unusual that a dog will seem to have a lack of energy after being kenneled. As nice a ... | |
| my dog is producing milk and no puppies! | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: can my female of 2 yrs old produce milk with out having puppies? i have recently got a male of 8/9 ... A: Female dogs can experience a "false pregnancy" and actually produce milk for a litter she isn't ... | |
| puppy food | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: my female shih tzu is 3 months old and have been eating orijen for puppies all breed for 1 month and ... A: In theory, if a healthy animal eats too much protein, some gets excreted in the urine and the rest ... | |
| Dog Bump | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a husky named Aurora at my home. She's 8 years old. I was petting her the other day near her ... A: Finding a lump or bump on your dog is always scary, but you should know most lumps turn out to be ... | |
| english bulldog | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: A: Congratulations on getting a dog! You didn't say if your dog is scratching or chewing at the rash. ... | |
| Severe Broken Teeth | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently adopted a male German Shepherd, age six, named 'Bastian. When 'Bastian was a puppy, he ... A: Depending on what you can afford, there may be some options for your vet to help your dog. If only ... | |
| boxer brindle lab 5 1/2 yrs old has a red swollen lump on right back paw | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: Good morning, I took my dog about a week ago to her usual dog cleaning. The next day I noticed her ... A: Try soaking your dog's foot in a solution of warm Epsom Salts (about a quarter-cup per 1 quart of ... | |
| Dogs | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 week old Saint Benard. For the past week and a half he's been acting really sluggish. He ... A: No, Styrofoam toxic to dogs, if it passes through their system. It's possible the Styrofoam has made ... | |
| please help me | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: My lil yorkie annabelle just had six puppies she is breast feeding and one of her breast is going ... A: Your dog might have Mastitis, which is an infection of the milk ducts. You shouldn't take my word on ... | |
| New born pups | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: My shih Tsu just had 6 pups. She keeps moving them around. I have had to handle the puppies quite ... A: A mother dog can be very protective of her pups and may show signs of anxiety when people come ... | |
| what is my dog???? | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: Patti, i got my dog Connie a few months ago and i just cant figure out what kind she is... can you ... A: To me, it looks like Connie has the boxy shaped muzzle Chow. She can easily have Schnauzer in her ... | |
| weird dog behavior | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: i recently (over 2 months ago) changed both my dogs diet to an all natural one i make at home with ... A: You didn't say what the new diet is that you've changed to, so I can't comment on it. "The best dog ... | |
| Health Issues | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 years old blue chow. He is an inside dog and is very well mannered. Recently within the ... A: I agree, it sounds like your dog has been having seizures, that of course has nothing to do with ... | |
| Pit-German Shepherd mix, male dog turning aggressive | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Ms Hack, I have a three year old Pit-German Shepherd mix, male dog. I had him fixed very early ... A: There are some behavioral problems that can't be resolved by just reading about possible solutions. ... | |
| drooling | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a 14 week old aussie and she never drools, except when in the car. She soaks herself in ... A: Fear or anxiety is causing your dog to drool in the car. It can help to desensitize your dog, and ... | |
| puppy concern | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: i just got a baby blue heeler and he is now 3 months 1 week old and about 3 weeks ago both of his ... A: At only 3 months of age, you shouldn't be concerned over the fact one day your puppy's ears are ... | |
| toilte trainning | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: 1) that a medical issue please hello i got my dog 3 weeks ago from someone who dont want her ... A: Nobody can diagnose your dog over the Internet. You need to contact your veterinarian and tell the ... | |
| puppies are not nursing | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: 2 live puppies were born this morning, she had 4, 2 were born dead, they dont seem to be able to ... A: Puppies need the "colostrum", that first milk produced during the first 24 hours of being born. This ... | |
| pomeranian puberty | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Patti sir i have a Pomeranian,who is 6 months old. I am concerned about her puberty. 1.She is she ... A: Sandeep Dogs of ANY breed (including mixed breeds) can breed with every other dog, no matter their ... | |
| pomeranian puberty | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Patti sir i have a Pomeranian,who is 6 months old. I am concerned about her puberty. 1.She is she ... A: A puppy can have it's first heat cycle anytime between 6 months and 1 year of age. Probably the ... | |
| my pit bull | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: My six year old bitch has a bump on her snout the size of a large marble right above her nose. I ... A: Nobody can diagnose your dog on line. There are many kinds of growths and cysts, you just can't ... | |
| getting a puppy | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: We are thinking of getting a 10 week old husky puppy. How do we crate train him when we have a 2 ... A: Crate your new puppy whenever you aren't able to be supervising him, and also overnight. Follow the ... | |
| How to prevent pregnancy | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My 2yr old bitch [Jack Russel/Dachshund] has been menstruating for exactly 5 days but does not seem ... A: It's actually when the bleeding stops, and the discharge changes in color (which can be a light pink ... | |
| Dominance behaviour between two female Shepherds, spayed | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: We recently lost our 6 yr old male neutered Shepherd. When he was 4 yrs old we adopted a 6 1/2 wk ... A: Having two female dogs is often more problematic than having a male and a female, or two male dogs ... | |
| puppy bullying older dog | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: NOW I SEE SHE WON'T LET HER PLAY WITH TOYS OR DRINK OUT OF THE WATER BOWL THAT THEY SHARE. OTHERWISE ... A: It is extremely common for there the be aggression issues between two female dogs. Just for future ... | |
| Pad "shredding" | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: Did you ever get a helpful answer to the 2007 question about a dog's pad appearing to be "shredded" ... A: There may have been a response from that question from 2007, but I've answered an awful lot of ... | |
| girldog | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a girl dog she 2 years old does she have to get nutered to live a long happy life. how much ... A: A female dog gets the most in health benefits if she is spayed before the onset of her first heat ... | |
| Can miniature dachshund live with following animals? | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: chipmunk,ferret,hamster? Thanks! A: None of the small animals you've mentioned would be a good choice as a companion to a Miniature ... | |
| Previous Answer | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: This is not a question but I could find no where else to say THANK YOU to Patti. I came across a ... A: I have to tell you how every message I receive from a pet owner who's facing putting their pet to ... | |
| Help | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old Yorkie and I'm having trouble with him pooping in his kennel. He does it all ... A: Some puppies that are kept in small cages before they go to their "forever home" don't have any ... | |
| Puppy's | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: Can a puppy's anal grow together from the inside? because she doesn't poop... A: Not being able to have a bowel movement can indicate a problem, but I can't diagnose your puppy and ... | |
| bumps/rash | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a pit bitch that apprx.18mnths old and recently had a litter of ten which only 7 made it. ... A: You didn't say if your dog is scratching, or chewing at these bumps at all. Flea bites are ... | |
| Stray dog / spaying and vaccinations | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a stray female from my mother's street in Brazil. She appears to be a very young dog, we ... A: I have no idea why your vet told you to "observe and wait", spaying has nothing whatsoever to do ... | |
| Puppie Milk | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: Hopefully these questions are appropriate. If not let me know.How soon after a poodle has puppies ... A: Unless the mother dog has an illness which is preventing her from nursing her litter, you should let ... | |
| mastiff puppy bitting an being aggresive | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month mastiff puppy we keep telling him no bite an trying to train him he keeps attacking ... A: All puppies bite, it's very natural and to be expected. Drawing blood is excessive though, and you ... | |
| shaking - | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: why is it that my 4 year old dach has started to shake after being in the bedroom when tv is on. ... A: Unless your dog is shaking because it's in pain, ignoring her is better than "comforting" her. When ... | |
| my maltipoo | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: my toy maltipoo is 8 weeks and i dont know if she having her period shes kinda bloody in the butt ... A: At just 8 weeks old, your puppy is still just a baby. If she is having any kind of bloody discharge ... | |
| Sudden aggressive behavior | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: We have two male labs (brothers) that are approx 1.25 years old. Recently they have killed a cat, a ... A: You may have gotten it right when you said that you think the increased aggression is because of the ... | |
| time to start breeding? | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I am interested in starting to breed my female yorkie. She just had her first heat cycle at the ... A: The recommended time to breed a dog (of any breed) is after it's second heat cycle, and be at least ... | |
| sudden fear in my dog | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: My adopted 11 year old border collie-cross has been in the family most of his life. He is a big ... A: Perhaps something scared him when he was on the bridge, or it may be that his eyesight isn't as good ... | |
| 9 y/o Shi Tzu has sore leg with a pad that has turned white | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: My 9 year old Shi Tzu started licking her front paw about six weeks ago. I'd look for weeds or ... A: I'm not a doctor and can't begin to guess at what the problem with your dog's foot pad/nail. I can ... | |
| Lab Drinking Problem | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: This is the 4th lab we have raised and we never had this problem before. She was one of 13 in the ... A: Excessive thirst is manifested by excessive water intake, which naturally leads to excessive ... | |
| breeding | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: can a male get a female pregnant if he is fixed? my neighbors dog got loose and locked up with my ... A: If the male dog was neutered within the past month, he still might have some viable sperm and be ... | |
| diarrhea in dogs | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: My 12 year old dog is having gastrointestinal problems and the vet is putting her on Purina EN which ... A: Some types of colitis or irritable bowel are fiber-responsive (meaning, lots of fiber is good), and ... | |
| diarrhea in dogs | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: My 12 year old dog is having gastrointestinal problems and the vet is putting her on Purina EN which ... A: You didn't say what stomach problem you're treating your dog for. You didn't say what meat source ... | |
| dog injury | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: My dog got injured last night. I am low income and the vet hospitals all want money now. I belive ... A: Unfortunately, there isn't a substitute for veterinary care when it's needed. The saliva in most ... | |
| Leaving the dog when going away | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: We are going away 4 a week. Other dog owners that we know want to look after our 7 mouths old Pushon ... A: If Lexi has never visited your friends house before it would be best to let her get used to their ... | |
| kennel cough | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: ok this is kind of medical but not really :) .... I took my Frenchton (2.5 mths) to the vet today ... A: Actually, minor to moderate forms of Kennel Cough usually go away with no treatment at all. ... | |
| Male Boxer with growth | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: About a month ago, my 6 yo male white boxer underwent a surgical procedure to remove an obstruction. ... A: The primary use of Vitamin K is as a treatment for the anticoagulant action that eating rat poison ... | |
| After the birth of puppies | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Hi Patti my Papillon has had her first litter of pups on the 13th March 2010 evrything seems to be ... A: A vaginal discharge is normal after delivery. You should monitor this discharge daily. Watch for a ... | |
| patches on dog coats | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: i live in the UK and was wondering what the law was on the placing of patches on my dogs coat not ... A: If your dog isn't a service dog, it can't have those particular patches anywhere on the coat worn by ... | |
| Sick dog | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: My 9yr old Chihuahua mix, Melba, has gotten sick. I am usually able to figure out what is wrong with ... A: When a dog is not feeling well, it will often mope around and not seem at all like itself. The fluid ... | |
| Freda-dog a rescue I love dearly | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: Patti I'm here because my hours and wages have been severely cut...And my heart is breaking because ... A: Pyometira is a serious infection which can be life-threatening, so it's really good that things ... | |
| New puppy and old dog | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I read your answer to the Kathryn on adding a new puppy to a household with an old dog. I too have ... A: Anytime you add a pet to a household there's a period of adjustment until "the dust settles". ... | |
| Fighting Shih Tzu's | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: This is the 2nd time I have had this problem and solving it this time is not working. Beau was ... A: Veronica. Having 18 dogs are way too many dogs to own. It sounds very much like your love of ... | |
| prevalence of cushing's disease in beagles | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: i just had my 13 y.o. beagle put to sleep due to complications related to cushings. is this disease ... A: I was afraid it was a vet from one of those pet store chains (such as Bansfield), I'm kinda ... | |
| 3 year old chichuaha | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: Sorry for the spelling of the kind of dog. Not sure how to spell it ha ha. I have two sisters one ... A: Your three year old dog always has the option of going to the bathroom in your home, and she knows ... | |
| mini pin longevity | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: what is the normal life expectancy of a mini pin? A: The average life span for a Miniature Pincher is 13-15 years. Things that help a dog life a longer ... | |
| false pregnancy | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: My 10 mo. old rescued pit mix female was in heat from the 3rd wk. in January to about the 3rd wk. in ... A: Symptoms of a false pregnancy generally become noticeable 6 to 12 weeks after the heat cycle has ... | |
| birth | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: hi my border collie is pregnant in her first season and i was wondering if there will be any ... A: It's a real shame your dog was bred at her first season. A young dog doesn't make a good parent, ... | |
| prevalence of cushing's disease in beagles | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: i just had my 13 y.o. beagle put to sleep due to complications related to cushings. is this disease ... A: I'm sorry to hear about the recent loss of your dog, Grumbles. Symptoms of Cushing's disease can be ... | |
| Thuja dosage for warts/vaccinosis | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: My 7.5 year old 9.1 pound super healthy Pomeranian developed 3 wart-like growths after getting ... A: If you have a question about a treatment a doctor has prescribed, you need to contact that doctor ... | |
| Glucosamine, chondroitin | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I've been hearing allot about Glucosamine and its affects for dogs with hip problems. My dog a ... A: Some people swear by Glucosamine, others don't see a lot of improvement. It helps to begin ... | |
| hi | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: ., my dog is 15 yrs old.it is in my home town....it is suffering from vomitting since 8 days....she ... A: I'm not a doctor, but I can tell you that fifteen is really quite old for a dog to undergo any sort ... | |
| Freda | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: Patti...not a question...but a sincere thank-you for all the links you sent me...I've looked at all ... A: Knowing having a little more info on Freda's condition is helpful. The shaking can mean Freda ... | |
| Fighting Shih Tzu's | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: This is the 2nd time I have had this problem and solving it this time is not working. Beau was ... A: Preventing fights from starting in the first place, is what you need. Breaking up fights while ... | |
| Freda-dog a rescue I love dearly | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: Patti I'm here because my hours and wages have been severely cut...And my heart is breaking because ... A: The normal body temperature range for dogs is 100.5 - 102.5 Fahrenheit. If you don't know how ro ... | |
| Giardia that doesnt seem to go away | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a boston terrier who is almost 6 months and we've been battling giardia since he was 3 months ... A: Metronidazole is only 67-74 % effective in eliminating Giardia from dogs, if your puppy has had two ... | |
| My dogs vulva looks raw | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: My dog (1/2 bichon frise, 1/2 yorkie terrier) is 1 year and 5 mths old. She is in her last weak of ... A: Perhaps you misunderstood your vet. A simple web search will show you the recommended age to spay a ... | |
| My dogs vulva looks raw | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: My dog (1/2 bichon frise, 1/2 yorkie terrier) is 1 year and 5 mths old. She is in her last weak of ... A: It's during the phase of the heat cycle that bleeding has stopped that a female dog is receptive to ... | |
| sick puppy | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: our puppy is very sick he has dierria, blood in his stool, vomiting, he has parasites, he is on ... A: Anytime your dog is having a medical problem, your first response needs to be to call your vet. A ... | |
| What are the symptoms of pain in a dog? | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: What are the symptoms of pain in a dog? We adopted our grandsons and their dog three years ago. ... A: You can expect a 12 year old dog the size of yours to have some joint pain, it's not at all unusual ... | |
| running away | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 or 11 year old Terrier mix dog. We used to live in the city where we had a fenced yard. ... A: You know from past experience that your dog escapes from your yard, even when you're outside with ... | |
| 78lb...18 month pit/lab mix limping front paw | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday Bear was out playing in the yard when he came in he was limping (front left leg) I tried ... A: Have you examined between Bear's toes to rule out something being lodged in there, and also checked ... | |
| dachshound | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: my daughter has a dachshund and its starting shed really bad. it has hair coming out in handfuls. ... A: All dogs shed, even the breeds "Hypoallergenic" breeds. It's just a question of how much they shed. ... | |
| excessive vagianla discharge in elderly bitch | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a pomeranian that is about 8 yrs old in human time. she recently started to have a discharge ... A: By your description, it sounds like your dog might have vaginitis, but I'm not a doctor, and I've ... | |
| blood in her poop | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Today whenever I got home, I found my mini dachshund with bloody diarrhea. She was only home a few ... A: Blood in the stool often accompanies diarrhea, and may vary in severity. Often times dogs that have ... | |
| Hearing Loss Older Dog | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: My dog Katie will be 14 on May 1st of this year. I have noticed subtle changes over the past few ... A: It's always hard going through the twilight years with a beloved pet. Going deaf isn't painful for ... | |
| mother dog | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: we had to remove the mother dog from her litter after 1 week because we noticed blood in her poop, ... A: It's good you separated your nursing dog! Strong antibiotics that can interfere with bone growth in ... | |
| GS puppy ears | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: we have a 6.5 mos old show dog German shepherd puppy from Germany. his ears r not standing yet but ... A: The general consensus is that if the puppies ears are not up by the time the pup is 7-8 months old ... | |
| Dog tail stays up | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: Our 9 year old female golden retriever is pointing her tail to the sky as of yesterday ... very ... A: Knowing what activities your dog was doing the day before she began holding her tail in this odd ... | |
| staffie | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: i have a 10 month old staffordshire bulll terrier i have had her at the vets for a very swollen ... A: It is normal for the vulva to swell and the vagina to thicken during the heat cycle. Sometimes, ... | |
| Helpppp | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 month peekapoo. She is pad trained, But i have to put 6 down at a time every day some ... A: You've discovered the reason why paper/pad training isn't a good idea. To a dog, "inside", is ... | |
| patti helped my dog live another week!! | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: you remember me erica and my dog belle . i devistated . we had to put her down on feb twenty second ... A: I'm so very sorry to hear about Belle's passing. I know she loved you dearly, and you loved her ... | |
| eating feces | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: Kristin, I read one of your other answers about feces eating, but it didn't really help in my ... A: The absolute number one way to help your dog overcome feces eating, is to keep your dog's area clean ... | |
| Natural pain killer | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 yo sheltie, who is in hip pain and I am trying to find a natiral pain killer for him, he ... A: It's important you provide adequate pain relief to your dog. Being in constant pain can really ... | |
| dog urinating | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My dog who is a pitbull pees when I leave the house. I think he might have seperation anxiety. ... A: Usually, a dog will have other issues besides house training issues when they have a separation ... | |
| separation anxiety | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My son has had to leave his dog with me and will be gone for a few months. The dog is a 2 year old ... A: It's really impossible to say how long your son's dog will be acting this way. When arriving in a ... | |
| dog showing blood on a bone | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My dog is a beagle mix with chow chow and he is 3 years old. He was chewing one of his old bone ... A: The black patches are normal, some dogs are just pigmented that way. It's not a sign of disease. If ... | |
| dog showing blood on a bone | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My dog is a beagle mix with chow chow and he is 3 years old. He was chewing one of his old bone ... A: I can't say if there's a problem with your dog's teeth. You'd need to open his mouth, and have a ... | |
| Lethargic Dog | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old flat coated retreiver who suddenly started acting somewhat lethargic. He stays ... A: It's impossible to guess at what your dog's problem is, but it sounds like he's definitely isn't ... | |
| dog urinating | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: My dog who is a pitbull pees when I leave the house. I think he might have seperation anxiety. ... A: You didn't say how long this problem has been going on, how old your dog is, if you've been crating ... | |
| potty training | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old puppy. He is very smart and house broken. We have recently moved into an ... A: Your puppy's reluctance to use the house training pads are a testament to how well you house trained ... | |
| My Malamute Won't Talk | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: My family and i rescued our Alaskan Malamute, Bob, about 5 years ago from a shelter that rescued ... A: Within any breed, there are a wide variety of differences, not all Malamutes are vocal just as not ... | |
| Crate training | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: We just got a 16 week old puppy, we are crate training him and leave his crate out where we are and ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! You didn't say how long you've been crating your new puppy, but ... | |
| cashew Fruit | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: Is cashew- the fruit, raw, dangerous for puppies, I have an 8 month old miniature schnauzer, and ... A: Too many of any kind of nut can be a problem for dogs. The high fat content in nuts can cause mild ... | |
| nothing we can do | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: um belle my dog has these symptoms : loss of appetite , depression , vomiting , and bad breath . ... A: It's sad but true, there comes a point where you really can't do anything more in the way of ... | |
| aggression | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: Our dog is half pit bull half something else (we think lab), he was a little incorrigible as a ... A: You didn't say if your dog has been neutered. That would be a good first step in getting control ... | |
| overbearing dog towards puppy | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a year old beagle and we just got a 9 week old Shi tzu. Buddy, the beagle, wont let me move. ... A: Both your new puppy and Buddy need you to be a strong "pack" leader, and lay down the house rules. ... | |
| Older Dog | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old black lab. I have had her since she was a puppy. She has always been a little ... A: It's normal for dogs to loose some muscle mass as they age. Perhaps that the reason your dog looks ... | |
| trying to think positive | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: i did not know that belles kidney disease could be caused by bad breath and ive notised that she ... A: You've got that backwards, Belle's bad breath can be a symptom of her Kidney disease, not ... | |
| Boxer | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: yes, i was just wondering about my boxers maturity. He is 7 months old and still doesnt have balls, ... A: Usually, testicles descend in most puppies within 7 weeks after birth. If one or both testicles are ... | |
| puppy staying outside | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm torn between whether its ok for my 3month old pitbill puppy to stay outside during the cold.I ... A: Frankly, how your roommate feels about dogs is something you should have considered long before you ... | |
| thank you | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: um dad took belle to the vet and shes had this disease for so long that we cant give her the stuff ... A: I'm glad Belle is doing better! Just so you know, Metoclopromamide is used to treat heartburn ... | |
| fearful pup | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My 8 month old miniature schnauzer barks at both people and dogs whilst we are out walking to the ... A: Your puppy doesn't sound fearful to me, he sounds your dog might be "over stimulated" which is a ... | |
| My German Shepherd Dog | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My dog has completed 7 years, he has lots of complaints like joints pain, eye problems, now he has ... A: The nutritional requirements for dogs are very different from those for humans. Thus, a vegetarian ... | |
| Please help | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I would take my dog to a vet but I cannot, I am a teenager. I don't even know if my dog is sick, I ... A: There's no way for anyone on the Internet to diagnose your dog. There are several possible causes ... | |
| still not eating | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: we tryed to feed my dog belle chicken broth and she ate alittle but she stopped . i wanted to force ... A: I hope your dad had some good news to share with you when he got back from the vet, and that your ... | |
| skittish greyhound | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: we just fostered and then decided to adopt a greyhound right from the track. We also have a ... A: Obedience training using positive methods can help the dog to understand that you are in charge and ... | |
| puppy teeth | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a big breed dog and he was born on September 9th 2009. His canine tooth fell out on ... A: By the time a puppy is 6 to 7 months of age, generally all the baby teeth have been replaced with 42 ... | |
| will doggy go bye bye forever??? | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: help!!!!ME . MY DOG WONT EAT ANY THING AND SHE HAS KIDNEY PROBLEMS AND IM SCARED . I TRIED FEEDING ... A: First, you should contact your vet's office if they're still open, or call first thing tomorrow when ... | |
| Getting another puppy | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me out with a decsion. My fiance and I are thinking of getting ... A: It's really a personal decision as to whether or not you should get a second puppy now, or wait. You ... | |
| chihuahua | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I just got a 2 month chihuahua today and hes sleeping and not tring to eat the lady that sold it to ... A: The stress of arriving to his new home (as wonderful as it is!) can cause a new puppy to go off his ... | |
| dog biting | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a cross lab we got her 3 weeks ago from another family with 2 children, she was growling at ... A: Enticing your dog into play by dangling food on a string isn't perceived as a game by your dog. To ... | |
| aloofness by my dog | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My mixed lab/shep 16month male doesn't warm up to friends who visit. He is shy but will respond to ... A: The shy or aloof dog your was as a puppy, is the way he is now, and it's the way he'll be in the ... | |
| aggression | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 boxers. Mom, dad and daughter. Daughter is in season and on 3rd day she became extremely ... A: Your younger female dog is fertile the week after she stops bleeding. During this time some females ... | |
| behavior change | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: "Hi I have a medium sized (55 lb) 9 year old lab mix that I rescued at 3 months old. Recently her ... A: It may be impossible to pinpoint why your dog seems to be more distant from you, or why she seems to ... | |
| Puppy that bites down | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I just not a 2 1/2 month old peek-a-poo puppy. This is our first dog in the house,when he gets hyper ... A: Congratulations of getting a puppy! It's totally normal and natural for a 2 1/2 month puppy to have ... | |
| screaming dog | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My son and daughter-in-law had a Doxie for about 5 years. After their first child and moving into a ... A: I'm between you and your son, I'm sure you've already tried many things to help your dog get over ... | |
| buying a purebred toy poodle | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have talked to several Canadian Kennel Club breeders and find that there are some things that make ... A: It's really good you're doing the research to buy from a reputable breeder. You've found the fact ... | |
| Mini schnauzer may not be full bred | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Paid for a full bred mini schnauzer, parents have papers but I'm not sure he really is. This is our ... A: The thing is, having papers in no way guarantees that the puppy (or it's parents) are good specimens ... | |
| i need help | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: me and my girl just adopted a 4month old puppy he learns things fast the only issue is he bites ... A: Teach your puppy that biting hurts you. When he bites, give a sharp "NO!" or "OUCH!" - or even a ... | |
| Food intolerance? | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old (aprox) pit bull mix. He keeps having stomach problems such as diarrhea & ... A: It's entirely possible your dog is having a food allergy or food sensitivity. Trying a change of ... | |
| Pom's in heat | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old pom and I noticed yesterday that you female area was swollen. I thought at ... A: If your dog hasn't been spayed, then it's totally possible that she's having her heat cycle. I don't ... | |
| nightly barking | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have rescued a six year old shitzu. he is a delight during the day but neither one of us has ... A: You didn't say if your dog is crated at night, or kept in a separate room from where you sleep. If ... | |
| bump on her nose | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old chihuahua/pom. In the last week or so we have noticed a "bump" on the right ... A: Even young dogs can develop growths, or cysts. It's always a bit of a shock to find one on the body ... | |
| Anal glands | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about the smelly fishy odor from anal glands. I just recently learned of what this ... A: You can try giving your dog a little extra fiber in his diet. Fiber will make his stool more bulky, ... | |
| westipoos | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: Is my mail dog in heat?He a 21 1/2 mth old westipoo.. A: If your dog is a male, then no, he's not in heat. Only female dogs have a heat cycle. Usually a ... | |
| doggy "accidents" | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a 15 year old female, spayed llaso apso/mixed breed that I rescued from the pound 5 years ... A: Older female dogs are prone to develop urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections. Both ... | |
| Is my dog a lab or pitbull? | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I adopted a lab pup yesterday (2/7/10) at Pet Smart and was told she is a lab (100%). But after ... A: Without seeing a picture of your dog, it's impossible for me to say what breed of dog your puppy ... | |
| dog | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: My dog junior is sleeping all the time and sneezing a lot. He is very short out of breath and walks ... A: Being a young dog, you are correct that Junior is having a problem of some sort. Having a vet ... | |
| moving with dogs | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I are considering getting puppies. We are prepared and have done all our research. ... A: If you're not going to be moving for another year, it's really up to you whether you get your puppy ... | |
| Feeding a border collie mix. | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: After adopting a starving street dog many years ago I was advised to feed her a mix of chicken ... A: Many vets are not trained in diet or nutrition, for this reason it's best to consult with a ... | |
| Cheyletiellosis | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: We took in a feral kitten last winter and have developed Cheyletiellosis in all of our animals. Two ... A: Ivermectin is pretty much the gold standard in treating Cheyletiellosis. It's usually given in three ... | |
| pooping in kennel | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old male English Bulldog that I purchased from a breeder. Since I brought him home ... A: You might never be able to pinpoint the reason why your puppy doesn't seem phased by eliminating in ... | |
| Jack Russell | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: We have 2 high strung Jack Russells that we love very much. They sleep in a kennel and I get up ... A: You didn't say how old your dogs are. Most puppies need a potty break during the night, but as they ... | |
| concerned about dog nipples | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: my mini pinscher has just finished her first heat and we have noticed that the area around her ... A: The nipple can be slightly swollen and pinkish after a heat cycle - this is normal. Purple, ... | |
| concerned about dog nipples | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: my mini pinscher has just finished her first heat and we have noticed that the area around her ... A: Unspayed dogs who have heat cycles don't ever go back to the way they appeared prior to having a ... | |
| bleeding lump on my dog | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: My 12 year old American Eskimo had these little growths that he would get in random places. One was ... A: Older dogs are prone to develop lumps and bumps, and many times when a growth is removed it will ... | |
| bloat probs | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: my questions go like this... *how to feed a newly born chow pups? *how many cc should i give per ... A: If the puppies mother is able to nurse, the pups are better off with that -even some of the time, ... | |
| chow puppy | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: my questions go like this... *how to feed a newly born chow pups? *how many cc should i give per ... A: The following web site has reliable information (including charts that tell you how much to feed) ... | |
| switching food | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: We have just switched our 10 week old puppy to a higher quality food but did it over 3 days, as this ... A: Even though you switched your puppy's food over a three day period, that still may have been too ... | |
| Yorkies | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I am about to purchase a yorkie. A few friends have told me that yourkies wet when they get excited. ... A: Some young puppies when they get overly excited do something called "excitement urination". This can ... | |
| How to handle our dog?? | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: We have a 6 months old female dog(LEXI) She is a cross breed Pug/ Bichon Frise. We had her since she ... A: You didn't say that your puppy was being aggressive in her behavior, so I'll assume she isn't. Your ... | |
| Wall Chewing | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: My Chow is a 6 year old male who is neutered. We recently moved into a new home and believe he may ... A: If you aren't around to supervise your dog when he starts chewing at the wall, you can't expect ... | |
| food | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to feed my dog and my cats, food that is of good quality for their health. What would you ... A: The very best foods for dogs and cats cost more than the cheaper foods, but you end up feeding less ... | |
| Itchy Paws | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: i Have a 4 year old beagle and she has itchy feet and she bites them all day long and cries when she ... A: I will assume that you've checked your dog's feet, to make sure there's nothing irritating stuck ... | |
| pooping in kennel | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 month old male English Bulldog that I purchased from a breeder. Since I brought him home ... A: Even though you got your puppy from a breeder, and not a pet store, it's possible your puppy had no ... | |
| warts, bumpiness | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Xmas eve we took one of our 2 border collies to emer. vet. Started with puffiness around an ... A: It sounds like your dog had an allergic reaction to something, back around xmas time. You should ask ... | |
| Rescued 1y/o doggie was spayed a week ago and.. she's bleeding from her vulva. Vets have no idea. | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I know you're not a vet, but I really need an opinion, maybe you've had an experience like this. A ... A: TVT, or Transmissible Venereal Tumor is most commonly seen in sexually active dogs in tropical and ... | |
| 2 mo puppy with a protuding ball on her rectum | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: We just adopted a yorkie poo 2 days ago. After we took her home I realized she had dry poop on her ... A: Your puppy's condition isn't something you should be trying to self-diagnose or self-treat. You need ... | |
| my dear dog | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: . also for the posology!!! My little dog (poudle) is flu and i were worry about it.. now I know what ... A: Sorry, I still don't recall the message you're referring to. I get a lot of All Expert questions. ... | |
| my dear dog | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: . also for the posology!!! My little dog (poudle) is flu and i were worry about it.. now I know what ... A: I think you've directed your comments to the wrong person. I never told you to give your dog ... | |
| My dog does not sleep at night | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: What can I do to help my dog sleep through the night? I have two dogs. One sleeps all night and ... A: You didn't say how old your dog that's restless at night is. I will assume he is a young and healthy ... | |
| Bad Odour from my Canine | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: For the past three or four days my dog has been emitting a "sick dog" smell. I bathed her today as ... A: An abscessed tooth, cracked tooth, plaque buildup or dental decay can be responsible for the smell ... | |
| male chihuahua behavior | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: is it true male chihuahuas will kill their newborn pups A: Male dogs of any breed need to be separated from a nursing female dog, and her puppies. Not just ... | |
| My Dogs spitting | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know why does my dog always spits when he barks and when he sits in the car or ... A: Have you actually seen your dog spitting? I have no experience with a dog that spits. Your dog may ... | |
| Pembroke Corgi | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: What fruits and vegetables can you feed a Pembroke corgi? A: Dogs (of any breed) can eat many fruits and vegetables that humans enjoy. Dogs definitely have ... | |
| Sudden mood change. | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: we have a Scoria she is approx 6 years old and a Blue Healer x Australian Sheapard. The Corgi has ... A: Adding a third dog changes the whole "pack" dynamic. I can't specifically say the reason(s) this has ... | |
| dog won't sleep with me/frightened of animals | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: i have a 5 year old pug named Rocky. He sleeps in the bed with my mom or brother but he never wants ... A: It might be that Rocky smells your other pets (the rats, rabbits, and lizard) on you, and because he ... | |
| 4 yr old sheltie, afraid of everyone but me | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I rescued a 4 yr old sheltie back in Sept. Angie loves me, follows me everywhere. She will not ... A: It's going to take time to help Angie get over her fear of others, and she may never be totally ... | |
| Rescued 3 yr old Rottweiler incontinence | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: We rescued a male about 2 years old neutered (at age 2)rottie a year ago now and he's been having ... A: Diabetes is something which the Rotteiler breed is prone to develop. Diabetes insipidus can occur at ... | |
| Our dog is afraid of us | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help us. Our 10 month old shih-tzu poodle cross male - Quincy - is scared of us. ... A: The motivation for a dog giving "kisses" varies for different dogs and different circumstances. ... | |
| Our dog is afraid of us | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help us. Our 10 month old shih-tzu poodle cross male - Quincy - is scared of us. ... A: I suggest, until the problem is overcome, the only person who should feed Quincy, give treats, pet, ... | |
| dog bad behavior humping | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I am taking care of a friend's 8 year old Boston Terrier for an extended period of time. He seems to ... A: When the dog starts the humping behavior, clap your hands loudly to startle him, then immediately ... | |
| Pad training | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: My puppy is now 10 weeks old. We got him at 6 weeks and have been taking him outside to potty. I ... A: Your puppy is actually better off not being paper or pad trained, if you are able to take him ... | |
| HELP Puppy Mills | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: i am 11 and i want to start a dog walking business to raise money to give 1000 dollars to the ASPCA ... A: Transportation can definitely be an issue when you're 11 years old. If you think you won't be able ... | |
| Boxer Hairloss/Skin Issue | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: My boxer has scratched her hair out on several places. Its not mange or worms. My question is will ... A: Hopefully, your vet has ruled out mites or mange. There are some varieties that are microscopic, so ... | |
| sore paw | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: hi i have a 18 month old alsation he has a sore on his paw we have had a look at it an there is a ... A: Your best bet for a diagnosis and treatment lies with a veterinarian. Until your dog can be seen ... | |
| my poor dog | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: my dog came in contact with another dog that had round open wounds on his legs that oozed puss. my ... A: Rather than relying on guesswork, your dog needs to be examined by a veterinarian. If you are ... | |
| French Mastiff | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a beautiful French mastiff ("Snorey") who is about to turn five years old. She is in very ... A: Your aunt is correct, Glucosamine can be helpful in at least slowing the progression of joint ... | |
| My 9 yr old dog and gum polyps | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I wondered if you can help, we have a vet appointment but I am very worried about my 9 yr old dog, ... A: These growths can be can be surgically removed or cauterized, as viruses can spread. In humans, ... | |
| My 9 yr old dog and gum polyps | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I wondered if you can help, we have a vet appointment but I am very worried about my 9 yr old dog, ... A: You didn't say what breed of dog you have. Oral cysts are particular common in small breeds of dogs. ... | |
| Out of Control Bernese | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: We have an 8 month old Bernese and he is a nightmare. He is crated during the day and comes out ... A: It sounds like your dog spending entirely too much time in his crate, so when somebody finally comes ... | |
| Re: Largest Dog | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I was reading up on the largest breed of dog and I ran across a question asked by a miss Jessica ... A: Whn you ask about the largest breed of dog, you need to take into account weight or height. While ... | |
| my dogs nose | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: i have a chow hes 5 human years old...just tuesday night i went to check up on him outside and he ... A: Having tried to treat your dog on your own, but not having much success, it's now time to have your ... | |
| Preventing my Dog from eating his feces | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a 75 lb. 7 month old Lab who eats his feces. He just started about a month ago. I just read ... A: The only 100% guaranteed way of stopping a dog from eating it's feces, is to pick up the waste so ... | |
| Lhasa 16 years female | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Not a question, but simply to say that I have a lovely female Lhasa whom I have had since a new born ... A: Your dog is lucky to have such a loving owner. Dogs are truly a delight to have in the home. I ... | |
| German Shepard breeding | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2.5 yr old German Shepard female, and we have found her a Sire also a pure bred, please ... A: Every dog's heat cycle is a little different, but generally 9-12 days from the start of the cycle a ... | |
| alternative meds for arthritic dog | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: We have a 12-year-old Aussie cattle dog mix who has been taking 13 units of vetsulin for diabetes ... A: I think the medication you're giving your dog for Arthritis is Deramax, not dermax. The generic name ... | |
| dog eyesight | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I am building a step stool for my Golden Retriever to get in and out of the car. I am planning on ... A: It's great you're able to make something to help your elderly dog get in and out of your car, but ... | |
| Older dog chewing on new puppy | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: We have brought a new puppy into our home. Our 2 year older dog seems to accept her, plays with ... A: It sounds to me like your older dog is playing when it gently chews on the puppy's back. During this ... | |
| peeing puppy | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old maltese male we are toilet training him to go outside but also have pee pad ... A: Some puppy's are confused by house training pads. To them, they don't see a difference between going ... | |
| Mother dog not wanting to feed | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I am so new at this and have read lost of things on the Internet about this.I have a momma dog, she ... A: Are the puppies nursing at all? When the puppies are somewhere around 3 or 4 weeks old, the momma ... | |
| lhaso apso | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: i got my 2 months and 3 weeks lhaso apso puppy. after his 1 week stay here in our hauz.we decided to ... A: Dogs don't catch colds like people do. If you really think your puppy doesn't have as much energy as ... | |
| Training My Cairn For Therapy Help? | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: My Name Is Brittany and Ive A 2 Year Old Cairn Terrier Named Chaz. Recently My Mom Had A Stroke and ... A: At 2 years old, your dog is at a fine age to begin training to become a therapy dog, provided he is ... | |
| Older dog won't fully accept younger dog | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have two dogs: Kipper is 5 and I've had him from a puppy-he's altered. Two months ago I adopted ... A: Taking measures to protect Kipper from Mojo is the responsible thing to do. Crating Mojo isn't at ... | |
| Massive Weight Loss | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: Our dog Skye a Springer Spaniel, has had a massive weight loss of nearly 2 stone in a month her ... A: I'm sorry that you've been having such trouble having your dog, Skye diagnosed. I couldn't possibly ... | |
| 4 yr old behavior change | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend's Rotti has started getting into his things (2 so far) when he's away from home. ... A: Something, I can't say what may be upsetting your boyfriend's dog. A very simple way of fixing ... | |
| cats and dogs introducing | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: i have four cats and just got a new puppy , she is a shiba inu , very sweet ,but little wild streak ... A: Even though you had previously owned two dogs, this is still a matter of your cats accepting a new ... | |
| House training an older rescue dog | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I will have 2 older breeder female poodles that only knew a kennel. I need to know how to get them ... A: Depending on how long ago you got the dog, refusing to eat or drink is very common. If you've only ... | |
| potty training | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have recently adopted a 4 year old rescue dog. She is a long-haired chihuahua-6 pounds-whose ... A: I think most dogs are capable of learning an amazing variety of things. You may be able to train ... | |
| House training an older rescue dog | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I will have 2 older breeder female poodles that only knew a kennel. I need to know how to get them ... A: Your dogs have a lot to get used to. Just having a new home is very stressful to a dog, plus they've ... | |
| Older Dog starting to poop in the house while eating | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a 14 year old white Spitz, and he sometimes poops in the house while he is eating, that is ... A: For dogs, as for older people, incontinence can be a very manageable condition, with the proper ... | |
| potty training | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I have recently adopted a 4 year old rescue dog. She is a long-haired chihuahua-6 pounds-whose ... A: Depending on how long ago you adopted your dog, she may indeed be house trained. It's really common ... | |
| 7 month old GoldiexNewf with stool issue- stress? | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old, healthy, bouncing Goldie x Newfie boy. We took him to the kennel over the ... A: I would agree with your vet, dogs can have reactions like you've described to stress, and staying at ... | |
| walking my pug | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: My Pug is approx. 6 yrs. old.He has always loved going for a walk.Recently,he has been refusing to ... A: First, check your dog's feet. Are there any sores or cuts on your dog's foot pads? Are there any ... | |
| my pit bull puppy | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: my friend had a red nose pit that just had 10 pups, they were born on dec.21, but she thinks her dog ... A: Your friend needs to have her dog examined by a veterinarian. Depending on what the problem is, ... | |
| 6 month boxer mix acting out of character | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: i have a 6 month old boxer mix. a few days ago she broke her jaw. she is eating soft food which is ... A: If you just broke your jaw a few days ago, you probably wouldn't be as active as you normally are ... | |
| Possible constipated 3 wk old shiba inu. | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: My 3 wk old shiba inu, Rosie has been off and on with bowel movements. I got her just a little over ... A: I'm glad to hear your puppy is doing better. With a puppy as small and as fragile as a 3 week old, ... | |
| club foot | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: hi i have got a chihuahua and she has just had puppies one off the puppies foot is all black and its ... A: Club Foot, or Inverted Foot, is a disorder in which one (or more) foot is turned inward or downward. ... | |
| low cost neutering clinics. | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for low cost clinics for neutering.I have two male Yorkies that are in need to be ... A: You might try contacting the Alvin animal control department/animal shelter at (281) 388-4332 to ... | |
| URGENT(dog aggression) | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I need your help. I have a dog that is three and we adopted him about two years ago. As time went by ... A: Doing rescue work is very commendable, but you have a responsibility to your own dog, that you ... | |
| Possible constipated 3 wk old shiba inu. | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: My 3 wk old shiba inu, Rosie has been off and on with bowel movements. I got her just a little over ... A: At three weeks old, Rosie is a tiny baby, and shouldn't be constipated. She is much too young to be ... | |
| my dog | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: i have a female pomeranian she is 8 months old i have a problem that she always waves her tail at ... A: You need to train your dog to be obedient, and "faithful". You should not be letting your puppy off ... | |
| Luna | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a young maltese that is 2 months old. She sleeps during the day and plays at night. Is that ... A: It's not unusual that your puppy sleeps during the day, and wants to play at night. Puppies are like ... | |
| My puppy | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a puppy and he seems to be over wieght and walks funny on his back legs how can I fix ... A: A puppy that walks oddly on it's rear legs probably has a problem with his back, hips, joints, or a ... | |
| typs of smells that attract dogs | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: what types of smells most attract dogs A: The smells that attract a dog can be varied, dogs are like people in that they can have personal ... | |
| rottweiler, siberian husky, bloodhound? | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: We are thinking about getting a rottweiler, Siberian husky and bloodhound (probably male, unless ... A: I suggested waiting until the first puppy was 7-8 months old before getting the next puppy mostly ... | |
| my dog | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: My dog is vomiting thick green stuff. What could be causing this? Thanks Makayla. A: It may have been something your dog ate, which made the vomit look green, or it could be caused from ... | |
| rottweiler, siberian husky, bloodhound? | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: We are thinking about getting a rottweiler, Siberian husky and bloodhound (probably male, unless ... A: I am assuming you're talking about getting puppies, not adult dogs. Puppies, if raised together ... | |
| Lethargic dog | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old mixed breed (beagle/cocker spaniel) who is currently in heat and has become ... A: A dog's normal body temperature is between 101°F and 102°F, it doesn't sound like your dog is ... | |
| My Bullmasstiff | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old Bullmastiff and for the last two weeks he has been chattering his teeth. could ... A: You didn't say under what circumstances you've noticed your dog's chattering teeth. It could a lot ... | |
| My Labradors diet & skin allergy | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 month male black labrador. He always likes to eat non veg food. Should I give him cooked ... A: If a food allergy is suspected, medications and treatments can ease the itch, but only a change to a ... | |
| older housebroken dog pooping inhouse | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I've had my dog almost a year and she's been good at leting me know when she needs to go out, but ... A: Dogs can start having house training accidents over things they find stressful, such as a change in ... | |
| Dog peeing | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Me and my girlfriend got a 2 month old Huskie/German Shepard mix (Maverick a few months ago. He was ... A: It's not the basement location that is attracting your puppy to urinate, it's the smell. Even if you ... | |
| stool consistancy 5 month shepard pup | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Since we got our shepard puppy,(5 months old today) she has had very loose stool. We were feeding ... A: Loud stomach noises mean your pup's stomach is empty. Give her an extra dog biscuit before you go to ... | |
| puppy or dog | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: 1. My puppy or dog (Miniature Pinscher) always smell bads, I think that owning a dog or puppy is bad ... A: I've answered the food question more than once. I've suggested both supermarket, and super premium ... | |
| puppy or dog | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: 1. My puppy or dog (Miniature Pinscher) always smell bads, I think that owning a dog or puppy is bad ... A: Healthy dogs do not smell bad. If you've tried shampooing your dog (with a dog shampoo) and he ... | |
| my 3 month pomeranian | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: .. I need help with my dog she woke up today with gurglin noises on her stomach.. She got to throw ... A: I don't think you need to rush off this very moment to the vet, if your dog is acting normally, and ... | |
| RE: Cavoodle PUP bites tail and has diarrhea ( need worming?) | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Our pup born in October 2009 has been biting his backside and has runny/yellow stool.. we were told ... A: It's very common for puppies to be born with "worms", but even a breeder with all of their ... | |
| Cavoodle PUP bites tail and has diarrhea ( need worming?) | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Our pup born in October 2009 has been biting his backside and has runny/yellow stool.. we were told ... A: Unless the person who told you your puppy had worms did a fecal test, you're just dealing with ... | |
| barking | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old australian shepherd mixed with cocker spaniel who is a very loving and ... A: Given the fact your dog is eleven years old dog, she is probably pretty set in her ways. Be careful ... | |
| skin problems | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a weimareiner and he is the grey/blue color, he has major skin problems. he itches ... A: Skin problems can be a long term chronic problem with many dogs. They are usually hard to treat. ... | |
| Toxins | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is Christian Cline and I have been searching for an answer to a question that concerned me ... A: You wouldn't be learning as much if I provide you with the answers you're looking for. Try doing a ... | |
| Food | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My Miniature Pinscher is 5 years old now. Should I be feeding him dog food once a day for the rest ... A: Most people divide their adult dog's feedings into two meals; in the mornings and evenings. You can ... | |
| moles on cocker spaniel | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: My 9-year old male cocker has had moles (approx 7 or 8) for the last couple of years. They are ... A: Are you sure you're giving your dog the correct dose of Benedryl? The recommended dose for dogs is ... | |
| Shih Tzu | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: Just got 6 month old dog and am feeding on IAMs. Quantity on container says 80-85 gms. for 5 kg. ... A: At 6 months old, your dog should still be eating a puppy food diet. When your puppy is a year old, ... | |
| itchy dog | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: My little dog is so itchy. The vet gave me steroids, which I give him occasionally, and they help, ... A: The steroids your vet prescribed treat the itchy symptom, not the underlying cause of the problem, ... | |
| a older dog and a puppy.....and their food | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a one year old Pekingnese and I have recently started him on Adult food. But I also just got ... A: Puppies need the extra nutrition of a puppy food diet, because they're still growing. Some brands of ... | |
| Hair loss and raw spots on my cocker spaniel | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a cocker spaniel who is about 10 years old, Recently she has developed raw, hairless patches ... A: There are several things that can cause the kind of hair loss your dog is experiencing. It would be ... | |
| Breeding pugs | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: My male pug was inadvertently allowed out with my 9 month-old female pug who is in season. This was ... A: The lighter color of discharge is part of the heat cycle, not a sign of pregnancy. The flow usually ... | |
| my dog maggie | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: my dog maggie is 4yrs old ,we are the her second family,we've had her for 1yr.she has a nasty habit ... A: When you are not home, or just not able to supervise Maggie, she needs to be contained in some way, ... | |
| Puppy help? does this look like a nice quality puppy? | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: im getting this blue nose puppy soon from a breeder. he is 3 weeks old in the pics. the breeder is ... A: It's very common for a puppy's color to change by the time it reaches adulthood, so you can't go by ... | |
| dog | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: 1. Can you tell me everything about my Minature Pinscher? eg. He need dog food such Chow Food, you ... A: I've already answered your questions on diet, I don't know what answer you're fishing for, or why ... | |
| my dog | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a small dog and every time we leave to go somewhere and leave her home by herself she tears ... A: First, your dog shouldn't be having the run of your home when you leave the house. She should be ... | |
| Old Age...Alaskan Malamute | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: My "Bear" is 14yrs.10 months old. He has been walking about a 1/2 mile 5X a week. Last night he was ... A: I can't say if your vet would prescribe Cortisone or another corticosteroid medication (probably in ... | |
| Dog Ear Hematoma | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: My dog has an ear hematoma. I know that the cause is that she shakes her ears a lot! That has ... A: I understand your problem, but there really isn't a way to home treat a dog's ear hematoma. Small ... | |
| collar/harness | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: My nephew has recently acquired a rescue dog. She is a wonderful animal with a good spirit. She is ... A: A "martingale collar" is made for dogs who heads that are smaller than their neck, such as the ... | |
| Puppy | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: 1. How do I keep my puppy or dog completely clean all the time, he keep dirty up my room? 2. What ... A: You don't have to give your dog treats, many dogs are overfed and get fat due to too many treats. ... | |
| New dog won't potty | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I just bought my daughter for Christmas a beautiful 1 1/2 year old sheltie. He had been with his ... A: Congratulations on getting a dog! Dogs don't always react to changes well. Change can be very ... | |
| Feeding my Lhasa Apso | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I am feeding my dog three quarters of a 300 gram pack of Better by Nature wet dog food. Is this ... A: All dog foods have feeding guidelines on the package. It's just a recommendation though, every dog's ... | |
| Puppy | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: 1. How do I keep my puppy or dog completely clean all the time, he keep dirty up my room? 2. What ... A: If your puppy gets dirty each day, you need to clean him each day. Too many baths aren't good for a ... | |
| Staffordshire Bull Terrier | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: My Staffordshire Bull terrier is 4 years old and for the past 3 months every evening for about three ... A: For severe anxiety problems such as what your dog appears to be having, there is prescription ... | |
| skin with blacken sores and pus bumps | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: We have a doxie, between 3-5 years of age, standard size, long hair, that weighs thirty pounds. We ... A: If you took your dog to the vet, but the condition wasn't cured or has gotten worse, you need to ... | |
| my pom wee wee habits | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Please can you help my 9 week old pom splash keeps wee wee on the carpet and not the wee wee pad how ... A: Your puppy is an infant, and doesn't have the first idea that there even is a correct place for him ... | |
| Dog Jaw Tremor | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: My 2 pound Yorkie has jaw tremors when fed taable scraps, like white bread and Special K Cereal for ... A: Trembling and tremoring occur in small breed dogs with reasonable frequency. Several reasons, such ... | |
| deafness in dog | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: i bought a lab puppy which is 26 days. the issue is whether it is sleeping or awake it is not at all ... A: Dogs can indeed be deaf, but with the proper training they can still be wonderful pets, they just ... | |
| Chihuahua puppy | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I think my six week old puppy has a fractured pelvis or something to that effect. His temp is 100.4. ... A: You have discovered the reason why it's a very poor idea to wait for an answer from an online help ... | |
| Dog sitting on me | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: My boyfriend adopted a rescued male dog about 5 months ago after he was in the SPCA for about 4 ... A: You might never know the reason why your boyfriend's dog prefers to sit on your head when you lie ... | |
| Could it be a seizure | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Last night my 10 month old puppy started whining then started moving her paw. After a few minutes ... A: If your puppy was asleep when this incident occurred, she may have been having an active dream and ... | |
| puppy suddenly not eating | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old Great Pyrenees who lives through her tummy. Yesterday morning, she refused any ... A: If your dog isn't having any symptoms such as vomiting or diarrhea, it's hard to say what exactly ... | |
| schitzu training problems | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: I am in desperate need of some training advice for a 2-3 years old male, neutered schitzu. His ... A: Even though the dog doesn't like being crated, he still needs to be contained if he's having house ... | |
| barking schnauzer | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: please help my 6 month old miniature barks at everything and everyone whilst out on the lead he will ... A: The neutering will help if the cause for the barking is hormonal, which might indeed be part of the ... | |
| puggle | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I have a 7 month old boglen terrier who was awesome and easy to train we recently ... A: Because you say your puppy has recently started having uncontrollable bowel movements in her crate, ... | |
| Dog | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog has patches of hair missing from her body in random places and she isnt eating her food as ... A: I'm sorry, nobody but a veterinarian can diagnose your puppy. I couldn't begin to guess at what the ... | |
| Behavior | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: Our 1 year old Yorkie male(dribbles)pees on excitement and upon the family giving spontaneous praise ... A: It's a good idea to begin the process of helping your dog to get over this by having your vet ... | |
| Breeding pugs | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: This is my first time breeding pugs and I was just wondering since my male got her once already and ... A: You didn't say how old your female dog is. A female dog should not be bred before her second heat ... | |
| Scared chihuahua | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My wife works at an animal shelter and recently we moved and decided to foster a 5 year old ... A: I am actually very familiar with this kind of problem, I was involved in Chihuahua rescue, and ... | |
| 4 week old toy pooddle | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm feeding a 4 week old toy pooddle a replacement milk called "Just Born" in a puppy bottle. I just ... A: Just Born Milk Replacer is a fine choice for puppies, however now is the time to start to wean the ... | |
| Minature Pinscher | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: 1. Why get a dog? 2. Vet say my dog has something like Mang? What is that? Is it deadly to him and ... A: Getting a dog is a purely personal decision. One usually gets a dog because they like the ... | |
| Puppy Training | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering if you could please help me out. What would you suggest is the most effective method ... A: A puppy needs to be contained ANY time you can't be supervising it. If accidents occur (no matter ... | |
| Growling at our kids. | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: weve had a husky and german sheperd before this time we thaught a alaskan malamute would be a good ... A: At 23 weeks, your dog is still very much a puppy, who might not calm down and be a more sedate pet ... | |
| My Dachshund has black stools | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: please help, I don´t know what to do anymore. My dog had been vomiting out of both ends for one and ... A: Kaopectate can turn the stool a dark color, such as black or even green. If your dog wasn't having ... | |
| dog mites | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: my mother in law has a great dane who the vet said has mites. my dog, a bullmastiff, visits the home ... A: You didn't say what kind of mites your mother-in-law's dog has. Are you talking about ear mites, or ... | |
| YORKIE LETHARGIC | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: MY YORKIE VOMITED 10 TIMES YESTERDAY AND IT SEEMS IT IS AN EFFORT FOR HIM TO JUMP ON THE BED OR ... A: Whether or not a dog's nose is cold in no way reflects it's health. To know if your dog is ill, ... | |
| English bulldog behaviour! | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: My english bulldog is 1 year old and 2 months and seems to be changing his behaviour slightly. He ... A: I will assume that by saying your dog is urinating more, you mean that he's been having accidents in ... | |
| sore on dog testicles | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I have two year old beagle bulldog mix who is not yet fixed..recently noticed like a red ball or ... A: The sore could be an infected abrasion, it could be a fungal infection, or it might be a sign of a ... | |
| labor and whelping | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: My lab will be 63 days tomorrow. Since Wednesday she has been acting different and her temperature ... A: Sixty three days is an average length for a dog's pregnancy. It can go longer, up to 72 days. The ... | |
| Shih Tzu Strange Behaviour | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: On Monday our 6-month old Shih Tzu was spayed. She bounced back very quickly. However, since then ... A: Following anesthesia, some pets will have "hangovers.” They may be sleepy, nauseated, reluctant to ... | |
| dog feeding | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 1/2 month old german shepard puppy and i want to start feeding it with raw meet. I would ... A: The fact is, no one knows whether there is any benefit to feeding a raw meat diet. At the present ... | |
| Breeding | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a fox terrier (male) and an American staffy (female). Our Staffy is currently in her first ... A: A female dog shouldn't be bred before he second heat cycle. Just as human teenagers may not be the ... | |
| to much attention | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: my partner gives our dog to much attention as soon as he walks through the door to the minute we go ... A: There are circumstances where a dog can receive too much attention. If your dog simply does not have ... | |
| rosie | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: hi i have a foster pup shes almost over a fear of men she doesn't like playing with anything apart ... A: Sadly, some dogs that have been poorly socialized just don't know how to play. But it's also true ... | |
| under weight standard poodle | 11/24/2009 |
| 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 bitten | 11/24/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| dalmation | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: i have dalmation male 1 year 7 months old.the problem is that he get too exited when he see a person ... A: You didn't give any specifics about when your dog barks, for how long, or what you've already tried ... | |
| licking and humping | 11/23/2009 |
| 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, ... | |
| potty training on both pee pad and outside | 11/23/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Male dogs fighting | 11/22/2009 |
| 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. ... | |
| My Dachshund Is having Extreme Stomach pain | 11/21/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| bull mastiff mix | 11/20/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| 8 yr. old pekingese | 11/20/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| My dog has spots that keep bleeding | 11/19/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| German Shepard | 11/18/2009 |
| 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, ... | |
| 1 year old female Pomeranian | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old female Pomeranian, she is not pregnant, but her 2 lower nipples the ones near ... A: Female dogs can develop breast infections, growths, and tumors. If there is any heat or inflammation ... | |
| Dogs panting and constant scratching | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a 5 year old shitzu male who starting yesterday constantly scratches and having a constant ... A: Some kinds of very itchy skin parasites are microscopic, and can only be killed with the correct ... | |
| how old is too old | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: my dog is 13half and she is starting to pee herself,while she is sleeping. and pooping sometimes in ... A: A dog's breed or size must be considered when you're talking age. A 13 year old Chihuahua may not to ... | |
| bulldog skin problem | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: My two year old English Bulldog has a bald area on each of his sides. Our Vet does not know what it ... A: If your dog's bald areas aren't accompanied with signs of itching, broken crusty skin, inflammation, ... | |
| dogs | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 1/2 month old golden retriever and she is constipated can I give her kayro syrup in her ... A: Kayro syrup won't do anything to help a dog with constipation. To help this problem, give your dog a ... | |
| Anxiety at night with senior dog | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: We have a 17 year shitzu/poodle mix named Lucy that has been crying non stop every night. She also ... A: Even though Lucy is under the care of your vet to treat her thyroid disorder, you should have her ... | |
| Running with dog | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: My dog is 2 years old, 30 pounds, and a mix of beagle with some sort of terrier(s). We rescued him ... A: I really can't say if it's safe to run your dog as you've been doing. That's a question to ask your ... | |
| Whining Puppy | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: Our dog is about 4.5 months old. She's a blue heeler mix, which I've been told can be rather noisy ... A: I may be misunderstanding your message, but it sounds like your puppy is spending entirely too many ... | |
| 15 yr old Aussie obsessively chew and lick | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: We have a wonderful 15 year old Australian Shepherd who has started to obsessively lick his front ... A: The first step would be to check the her paws, make sure there are no irritations or crusty skin on ... | |
| basset hound training | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a basset hound. their so cute but i have a problem, i have had her for a year and she still ... A: Because your dog has been going to the bathroom in your home for at least a year, it's going to take ... | |
| 9 yr old rottweiler | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: my roommates female recently came out of heat. About a week ago we noticed she had an excessive ... A: A female dog's heat lasts for about three weeks. During the early part of the cycle she will have ... | |
| Itchy Paws | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: My 12 yr old female dog just came off a two month Cephelexin treatment for skin allergies. She is ... A: I understand your concerns over the mounting cost of vet care. It's like I said, getting control ... | |
| lime sulfur dips | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: my dog is being treated with the lime sulfur dips. once a week for six weeks. i was just wondering ... A: Dogs are infected by different types of mites than those which infect humans. The scabies mite a ... | |
| chronic rhinitis | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My dog was diagnosed with chronic rhinitis a few months ago she is 9 years old. she started having ... A: Since your dog's condition is chronic, have x-rays or radiographs been taken? Was a nasal biopsy ... | |
| crate training | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: How to crate train a 14 wk old blue nose pit? A: Crate training is the same, no matter the dog's breed. Read about how to crate train a puppy here: ... | |
| Shit-zu Losing hair | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My mother has 4 shit-zu's, She has one of them that is losing her hair, her diet has not changed ... A: Nobody online can diagnose your mother's dog. She needs to have the dog examined by her ... | |
| lactating dog | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: Our puppy had 7 puppies. She is barely a year old and we had no idea. Usually, we get our puppies ... A: Your best bet is to have your dog examined by a vet, rather than guessing as to whether or not your ... | |
| Overweight | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: ..I have a 4 yr old mini pin named Maddie. Shortly after we got Maddie, she went into heat, however ... A: Increased daily exercise, in the way of leashed walks is what's going to help your dog to lose her ... | |
| lime sulfur dips | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: my dog is being treated with the lime sulfur dips. once a week for six weeks. i was just wondering ... A: Scabies in dogs in called Mange, and you say your dog is being treated for scabies, but there are ... | |
| Food Aggression | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: This is a stray poodle mix, about 7 to 10 yrs old. He has severe cataracts but if you touch him ... A: Rather than telling the dog "no" when it comes to him eating the cat food (which he proceeds to do, ... | |
| weight loss | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: what natural things can i do for my 13 year old lab who keeps losing weight and I don't know why ... A: Unexplained weight loss can mean a serious medical condition. Nobody online can diagnose your dog, ... | |
| Metal Bowls | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: My wife thinks that using stainless steel or aluminum bowls for dog food or water is dangerous as is ... A: Most dogs don't have food in their bowls for very long. Once the food is put down, it's gobbled up ... | |
| breeding my dog | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: my dog is 14months old and she is in season she got stuck with my male dog lastnite so i presume she ... A: Your dog isn't too young to have a litter, but there is a huge pet overpopulation problem. Everyday ... | |
| new add dog to family | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Have just got a chocolate lab from some very nice people that could not keep him. He is 5yrs old, we ... A: You didn't say if any of these dogs have been spayed or neutered. Having all neutered males or a mix ... | |
| My Pregent Dog | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: My Dog is Pregent, But I dont know what kind of dog got to her. I also dont know when she is ... A: If it's early enough in the pregnancy, a vet can terminate it. There's no reason to have your dog ... | |
| newfoundland | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: my 2 year old newf occasionally scoots her but on the grass/carpet. her bowel movements look good. ... A: More likely than not, your dog has a case of blocked anal glands. Anal glands are two small glands ... | |
| Too much water for pup? | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: My newish (week and a half here) pup, an 18 week old Pug started being treated 4 days ago for ... A: It's really typical for Pugs to make a all sorts of snurfling kind of sounds, due to their short ... | |
| Skin Disorders | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a white boxer. Shes about two years old. She recently had a red raised spot show up on her ... A: Since your dog hasn't responded to your attempts at treating whatever skin condition this is, it's ... | |
| lime sulfur dips | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: my dog is being treated with the lime sulfur dips. once a week for six weeks. i was just wondering ... A: Unfortunately, the lime sulfur has a smell like rotten eggs, and I sort of doubt if anything, ... | |
| dogs | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: five got a stafford bull terior and a staffy mix grayhound and seens neutoring him a month ago his ... A: I will assue that your dog was at least 4 years old when you had him neutered. Adult dogs that have ... | |
| Older dog being bullied by new dog. | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm writing as I'm a little concerned about my 9 year old golden retriever. Six weeks ago we got a ... A: Your older dog may come alive around other dogs, but a puppy is a whole other animal, so to speak. A ... | |
| dog poop | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: could you tell me where dogs are aloud to poo.I know it not aloud in public places but what about ... A: You'd have to contact your local town clerk and ask this question, the answer will vary depending on ... | |
| Dog Labor | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I know you get tons of these questions so I am sorry :( I have a Boxer that is currently pregnant. ... A: It's quite possible your dog is at 56 days, and not at 62 days as you've estimated. Conception can ... | |
| Brittany Spaniel | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11yr old Brittany and he is losing weight to the point of counting ribs and seeing his ... A: I have no idea if you've ever taken your dog to the vet or not, you didn't say, and I'm not a mind ... | |
| Brittany Spaniel | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11yr old Brittany and he is losing weight to the point of counting ribs and seeing his ... A: As a matter of fact, I do an an idea! How about having your dog examined by a veterinarian? Nobody ... | |
| Doggie Bm's | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: Our dog has been with us for a while now (awesome rescue dog). He had no problems before we moved ... A: It's really not uncommon for a dog to have a lapse in house training after a move, even if the house ... | |
| Two Dogs or Three? | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: For the last 12 years, we have had two black Labradors (litter mates) and these dogs were our pride ... A: I have three dogs, and they get along wonderfully, so I'm here to tell you that it can be done! It ... | |
| Old Yorkshire Terrier | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 17 year old Yorkshire Terrier. Is it really necessary to have him get his ... A: At seventeen, your dog probably has all the antibodies he needs to protect himself from ... | |
| English Mastiff in labor | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: .. Going by the last day they stuck she is due Nov.12... going from all days I would pin it around ... A: You didn't say the date your dog was bred, so I can't tell you if your calculations for the due date ... | |
| Mastiff with Pyoderma | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: Brutus is a 5yr old English Mastiff and he belongs to my fiance. He has been sick for a month now. ... A: Did your regular vet do smears of the pustules, or crusty areas to give you the diagnosis Pyoderma? ... | |
| dog pulling out hair | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: my mom has a dog and he has been pulling out his hair by his back leg , can you tell me why and ... A: Sometimes dogs can harm themselves with excessive licking, chewing or hair pulling, so it is ... | |
| worms | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: my girl rottweiller/german shepard has worms that look like rice, she has vomited, she skoots and ... A: Metronidazole is an antibiotic which is commonly used to treat protozoal infections and anaerobic ... | |
| Your Experience with High Anxiety Dogs | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a boxer I adopted. While she is high anxiety, the only time it is a problem is when her nails ... A: Not allowing anyone to handle their feet, and to HATE having their nails cut is very common for ... | |
| 13yr old labrador | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: my 13 yr old lab has just started showing signs of getting old her hind legs are not capable of ... A: Try to get a sample of your dog's urine by placing something like a pie tin under her when she ... | |
| running in house | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: hi i have 2 staffies they are generally well behaved and obedient but everytime i bring them in the ... A: Your dogs are just excited. If you were to train your dogs the "sit and stay" on commands, you could ... | |
| senior dog peeing in house | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: My female, spayed, senior dog, she is 17 years old. Has started squatting and peeing in the house, ... A: Urinary incontinence is very common in older female dogs, and so are urinary tract infections. It ... | |
| Potty Training | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: We have a one year old Boxer that we rescued 4 months ago. He used to pee in his crate but got over ... A: Here are directions on how to train a dog to ring a bell when he wants to go outside: ... | |
| My two dogs. | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: A few days ago, I got a text from a friend asking me if I wanted a jack Russell terrier, and We said ... A: Is "Sassy" is your newly adopted Jack Russell Terrier? If the kind of mange KD had was Demodectic ... | |
| puppy throwing up | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I have two wire hair puppies, 6 weeks old. everytime they eat thier food they throw up and try to ... A: You didn't say what food you're feeding your puppies. They should receive a puppy food diet for ... | |
| pea pods | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: are fresh pea pods ok for dogs and how much. Mine love them and I have noticed that they graze on ... A: Yes, fresh pea pods are safe to feed a dog. Grass is also safe for dogs, as long as it hasn't been ... | |
| dashound info | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: will dashounds greive to death if they are seperated from each other after four years? i have two ... A: Bonded dogs, no matter the breed, may be overwhelmed by stress if they are separated. This will vary ... | |
| vaccination delay | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: my baby is an almost three year old german shepherd. his annual vaccination was due a month back. ... A: If you are happy with your current vet, there really isn't a reason to change doctors. A dog's ... | |
| Too many dogs | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm a pet sitter with a client who has 6 dogs, 3 have physical disabilities. These dogs are all ... A: While I agree with you, that dogs need care, attention and training. As far as the law goes, the ... | |
| House training when I work full time | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm bringing home 10 week old puppy tomorrow night and am taking all the time off I can which is 4 ... A: Congratulation on your impending puppy! You need to be realistic about the house training of your ... | |
| wetting in house | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: We have two poodles they are 5%266 years old . they have picked up the habit of wetting in the house ... A: You didn't say if your dogs are male or female, or if they have been spayed or neutered. Intact ... | |
| 1st litter for me of my chinese crested | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: what do i need for a box after she has the puppies what will i need to do to be ready for them how ... A: The person you directed your question to was either unwilling or unable to answer your question, so ... | |
| Stunted growth | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a three year old dog(female Dobermann) who really is short. I was wondering if you could ... A: Your dog may be smaller than the average Doberman because of her spinal problem. It's also possible ... | |
| Dog hair is thining in an 8inch oval on back | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: Please Help! I have a 4 year miniature schnauzer. I noticed a few days ago that the hair on his back ... A: Nobody on line can diagnose your dog. You need to have have him examined by a veterinarian. This can ... | |
| Lump on my Dog's neck | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: ! thank you for taking the time to answer my question or even read it! I discovered a lump on my ... A: A fine needle aspiration is not always diagnostic, but in most cases, the technique will provide a ... | |
| Female Boxer spayed | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: My son and I own a beloved Boxer female, (Tequila) about 4 years old. Last year she had 9 puppies, ... A: Your son's dog is not too old to be spayed! There is pain associated with all surgery, be sure ... | |
| Dog housetraining | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: Have a 2.5 yr old male pomeranian that was a rescue and neutered a month ago. There is another ... A: If this is a marking problem, it should die down as your dog's hormone levels decrease after being ... | |
| Vicks Vapor Rub | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I've read that you can put a dab of Vicks Vapor Rub under a female's tail to mask the scent. My ... A: No, the scent which alerts a male dog that a female is in heat is hormonal, it's not an actual odor ... | |
| Kerosene poisoning? | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I just picked up 4 puppies yesterday from a neighbors house, all of which are in poor condition. ... A: The puppies may well be having a reaction to their Kerosene. Kerosene and gasoline are toxic to ... | |
| dog | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: i no this is a horrible thing 2 ask but my dog killed a hedgehog a wild hedgehog and i was wondering ... A: Usually, Hedgehogs do not carry rabies or other diseases, so that's a very good thing. Hedgehogs ... | |
| my dog Sarge | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I am hoping with my question that you may have seen it before as I have been researching on my own ... A: I'm sorry, but I haven't experienced anything like what Sarge is going through. You didn't say how ... | |
| Brussels Griffon's fatigue | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Patti, About 2 weeks ago my dog was not walking properly. The vet determined that it was ... A: There really isn't aren't any typical behaviors to expect after a dog has a stroke. It's an ... | |
| Vet bills | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I saved at our local pound last month and have had medical issues ever since. She started coughing ... A: Most cases of Kennel Cough clear up on it's own, without medical treatment. When more aggressive ... | |
| 10 Month old Maltese- Urinating in the living room | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: My 10 month old Maltese keeps urinating on the living room carpet? My fiance doesn't want to get ... A: Getting your dog neutered can help if the problem is marking, and not a house training issue. There ... | |
| prepuce infection | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: i understand yu are not a vet but i wonder if you have had any dogs that keep getting prepuce ... A: Your vet isn't "sucking up money", your dog has a recurring condition which requires medical care. ... | |
| crate training | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My partner and I have had our Hungarian Viszla for a week now. We are crate training her, She loves ... A: At first, crate your pup for short periods of time while you are home with her. In fact, crate ... | |
| RED ITCHY PAWS | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE TWO AMERICAN HAIRLESS TERRIERS AND ONE OF THEM HAS SEVERE DRY AND RED PAWS AND GOING UP HIS ... A: This isn't a question of breed, it's a question of disease, and experience in treating this kind of ... | |
| Dog labor | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I am your typical dog owner, and i love my dogs. I have a female cocker spaniel who is five years ... A: The cost of raising a litter of puppies is far more expensive than spaying a dog. If you can't ... | |
| Splitting up with dogs | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 wonderful puggles 2.5 & 3.5 years respectively. My girlfriend of 6 years and I ended our ... A: How well the two dogs would do if they were split up, really depends on the temperaments of the ... | |
| potty training | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: All I read is that potty training takes 7 days. I have been following all advice for 4 months. It ... A: The reality of house training is that it can take up to a year. It's entirely dependent on how well ... | |
| my dog | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: Why is my dog eating his own poop ? A: The technical term for a dog that eats poop is "Coprophagia". Nobody really knows why a dog does ... | |
| Collie behaviour | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a lovely semi-rescue border collie. He does not have the best life as he is left alone in ... A: It's not uncommon for a dog to back away when you reach towards him. It's called being "hand shy". ... | |
| old dog | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I recently had to put down my 10 year old dog, one day he just fine and the next couple of days he ... A: I'm very sorry for the loss of your dog. Depending on your dog's breed, or size, it's possible he ... | |
| Itchy ear | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: My toy poodle keeps shaking her head as if trying to shake something off. She continues to scratch ... A: The itching is only a symptom of a problem, relieving the itch won't do anything to treat the ... | |
| Aggressive behavior indoors | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a female Great Dane/Greyhound mix that I rescued from the shelter a while back. I also have ... A: It's a lot more common to have aggression problems with two female dogs, rather than a male and a ... | |
| Beagle Pain syndrome | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: Was wondering if you ever owned a beagle that has suffered from this, if so what form of treatment ... A: Beagle Pain Syndrome is also called Steroid Responsive Meningitis, or SRM. There are several breeds ... | |
| Hair growing through dogs paw | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I noticed that my golden retriever wasn't using her right front paw. When I checked the pads of her ... A: Because your dog is not wanting to use her paw, you need to assume she's in pain. I can't tell what ... | |
| pee problems! | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old Lhasso Apso who was castrated about 2 weeks ago. For about a week now he has ... A: Surgery is stressful and can throw both humans and dog out of their normal routine. I would go back ... | |
| Urination | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: My dog Barney is a English Springer Spaniel and is almost 15 yrs old and weighs 53 pounds. For the ... A: Yes, there are prescription medications that can help Barney. The medication available to assist in ... | |
| Mystery GI disorder | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you might have come across a similar story of a worsening GI problem. We have a 6yrs old ... A: I wanted to add, while there's a lot written about corn in dog foods these days, unless your dog has ... | |
| Mystery GI disorder | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you might have come across a similar story of a worsening GI problem. We have a 6yrs old ... A: Borborygmus (as you may already know) occurs in healthy pets, but may also develop as a consequence ... | |
| older dogs | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: the love of my life is my 8 year old pittbull rottweilder mix.i have recently found out that she is ... A: It's your veterinarian who should be the one to decide if your dog is healthy enough for the rigors ... | |
| toy poodle | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a toy poodle that is 6 months old. She recently got a hold of a single packet of sweet n ... A: Sweet and Low is Saccharin, and that is generally regarded as safe for dogs. For the next two days, ... | |
| over due dog | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: My boston has been pregnant for 68 days. What should I do? A: In dogs, gestation normally lasts 9 weeks (63 days) but that's an average. Puppies may be delivered ... | |
| floor chewing | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a boxer/pit breed thats about 8 months old..and she wont stop chewing up my linoleum ... A: Punishing your dog after the fact is quite useless, you are correct, she has no idea why she's being ... | |
| 10 week old Snorkie/Chiuahuah mix | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: Patty, Just about 3 days ago, I got a 10 week old puppy named "Boo". He os a Snorkie/Chiuahuah mix. ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! Because you only got your puppy about three days ago, he's ... | |
| DOG SLING | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a shi-zu dog male, and he was hit by a car and his left front leg is paralyzed. it drags on ... A: A sling wouldn't help your dog, it doesn't sound as though your dog is able to use the leg. A leg ... | |
| dog spitting up | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: my dog is a 10 year old,14 lb cairn terrier I had her for 8 years.she spits up a clear/whiteish ... A: Your dog throwing up a clear to whitish (or even a yellowish) fluid just means her stomach was empty ... | |
| small black marks | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: We have a 10 year old miniature Schnauzer and recently noticed he was scratching his neck a lot. The ... A: Scratching so severe as to cause hair loss is something your veterinarian should examine. Besides ... | |
| dog travel | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: We are going to Mexico and want to take our 2 yorkies, I am wondering what shots you need to take ... A: Not being Canadian, I can't tell you what paperwork you might need (if any) to bring your dogs back ... | |
| Pup- Pees in crate | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I just got an Alaskan Klee Kai pup about 3 weeks ago. He will be 16 weeks old tomorrow, Oct 14th. ... A: Some puppies urinate uncontrollably at moments of excitement, greetings, etc.. Excitement urination, ... | |
| my pittbull is in heat | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A FEMALE PITTBULL HER NAME IS MIA SHE IS 8 MTHS GOING TO 9MTHS IN NOV 14 SHE IS BLEEDING I ... A: Had you done a little reading when you got your puppy, you would have become familiar with the heat ... | |
| sleep anxiety? | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: We have a 5 year old shepherd/husky mix neutered male named Riley. We sleep upstairs with a baby ... A: I can't say why Riley is suddenly fearful at night. He may be reacting to several situations like a ... | |
| 12 month old bichon frise | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: 2 days ago , has been drinking excessive amounts of water . therefore she is urinating excessively, ... A: I think you're correct, any of those diseases are a possibility. Now it's time to have your dog ... | |
| Vicious fighting between two females | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have two female rescue dogs - Julia, a 20 lb. rat terrier mix, was my first dog whom I adopted ... A: I can't say why the friction between Alice and Julia has gotten worse lately. It might be because, ... | |
| 7 week old puppy not eating | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I just adopted a seven week old Cairn Yorkie mix this past Friday from a rescue. He is not eating ... A: Congratulations on adopting a puppy! Arriving to a new home, and leaving everything that was ... | |
| Benson | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: Hi Patti. I have male dogs. is a 13 year old Rough Collie named Benson. .Benson is in heat! Some ... A: Female dogs, unlike people do not have a menopause. Their heat cycles may slow or become erratic as ... | |
| Golden Retriever very Coward | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: My golden is called Stitch he is 7 month old now he is the most coward dog ever seen I tried to ... A: Dogs are individuals, just like people. Working with a private trainer probably has helped your ... | |
| Re; My 4 month old puppy | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old Shih-Tzu puppy. Just got her 3 weeks ago. I had 2 more. I love this breed of ... A: I'm sorry for the loss of your two other dogs. The loss of a pet is always a very sad thing to go ... | |
| dogs teeth | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a mini dachshund. He is 1 year old. On the top of his mouth, he has his teeth, obviously. But ... A: If the tooth is a deciduous tooth, or "baby tooth", and does not fall out it's called a ""retained ... | |
| dog pulling hair out | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I hope this isnt considered a medical question but I have a Blue Merle Sheltie that was rescued from ... A: I'm not understanding your question. Does your dog pull out his hair during thunderstorms, or is ... | |
| older dogs and doggie door | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I have recently rescued a little Chihuahua puppy. He is only 8 months old and I installed a doggie ... A: I don't know if your older dog will get the hang of the doggie door if he's afraid of pushing on ... | |
| Older dog pooping & peeing in the house | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: We have an 8 yr old male Husky, who has been neutered when he was 6 mths old. Just in the last few ... A: Your dog may well have been totally fine five months ago when he was last checked by your vet, but ... | |
| Coping with Incontinence | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: Abi, my 8 year old female spayed pit bull, seemed to lose her vision over a couple of weeks. Our ... A: I'm very sorry to hear of Abi's condition. If Abi is still receiving Prednisone, that could also ... | |
| litter training a chorkie | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at getting a chorkie (chiuhuaua/yorkie) puppy. I want to litter train the dog because ... A: The person you directed your message to declined to answer it, and the message was sent to a ... | |
| New puppy with crusty fur | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I adopted my 5 month old Pomeranian 8 days ago from the Humane Society. We realized immediately he ... A: It's impossible to guess at what condition your puppy has. It could be Kennel Cough, or another ... | |
| my pit bull | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: last week i found a small round (like the size of a quarter) thick patch of skin under her right ... A: If these patches were bee stings, your dog would have been bothered by them from the start, there ... | |
| puppy won't sleep | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5.5 month ADT - this is my 4th Airedale,so pretty much aware of their personalities and ... A: It's great you're giving your puppy the training and exercise she needs. This will all pay off in ... | |
| fur markings | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: i have run into a situation. i relinquished a dog to the SPCA in jan '02. at the time, my dog was ... A: It's totally possible that the dog you gave up for adoption in 2002 is the same dog your co-worker ... | |
| Is my dog going in to labor? | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: My Boxer is pregnant, around day 59 with her second litter. She is being very lazy and sleeping a ... A: If your dog acting lazy and sleeping a lot isn't a sign that labor is beginning. At this point of ... | |
| agressive behavior in deaf puppies | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1 year old female pitbull mix that we adopter abouit a month ago dova is a special girl she ... A: Deaf dogs need training the same as dogs that can hear. The following sites should be helpful, they ... | |
| Stomach Rumblings | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old rescued Greyhound that I’ve had for about 2 years with no problems. Lately, ... A: You say your dog seems to be in discomfort and has loud stomach noises but not diarrhea until after ... | |
| pregnant pitbulls | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: i would like to know how i tell if my pitbull is in labour....she is pacing back and forth and is ... A: Hopefully you're reading this before your dog gave birth! The reply time is the big drawback to any ... | |
| 8 yr old Siberian Husky afraid to go outside | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: We've had our 8 year old Siberian Husky since 6 months of age. Until recently, she has been an ... A: I can't say what caused your dog's fear of being left in her kennel or left alone in your home. If ... | |
| why | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: why is a dog named a dog? A: According to the Wikipedia, the English word "dog" comes from Middle English "dogge", which came ... | |
| dog needs to gain weight | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 month old doberman. I need to get some weight on her. I have her on Wellness Core, ... A: If you haven't already done so, it be a good idea to have your veterinarian examine your dog to rule ... | |
| promethyasul and dogs | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I need to treat my goldfish in a pond which my Newfoundland likes to drink from , is Promethyasul ... A: I couldn't find any info saying Promethyasul toxic, I know on the package it usually is marked ... | |
| Female Dog | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I don't know if you can help me with this or not. My female dog (mixed breed, pomeranian/miniature ... A: Female dogs are prone to develop urinary tract infections as well as bacterial and yeast infections. ... | |
| Rubbing | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: My dog is almost 3 years old and I have had him for almost a year. He was rescued from a home where ... A: It would help if your dad took on some of the dog care, such as feedings and walking to help the dog ... | |
| sick shitzu | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a 3-4 year old shitzu dog and here lately he has been screaming bloody murder. we though it ... A: Have you examined your dog to see if you can see what's causing your dog such distess? Many times ... | |
| palm tree seeds/dogs | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: Are Queen palm seeds/fruit poisonous to dogs? A: According to the ASPCA: "There is currently no data indicating that Queen Palm (Cocos plumose or ... | |
| Rubbing | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog is almost 3 years old and I have had him for almost a year. He was rescued from a home where ... A: First, have you ruled out a skin problem which may be the under laying cause for the rubbing ... | |
| puppies adjusting to eldely dogs | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: We have a 10 yr old female healthy sheltie and will soon be getting a sheltie male pup. What is ... A: If your Sheltie is well-socialized and has a with good temperament, she may shrug off the puppy's ... | |
| dog | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: i have a 6 yr old lhasa apso .she been snapping at air for about 1 yr .ive notice she doing it more ... A: A puppy that's dominate or aggressive is going to grow up to be even more domineering and ... | |
| Submissive Urination | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old goldendoodle (Bella) that is very submissive to her sister, Lola an 82lb ... A: First, has Bella always done this submissive urination, or is it a fairly new habit? If it's not ... | |
| older dog and hardwood floors | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: We just installed hardwood floors and our 14 year old border collie cannot get up off of them due to ... A: Laying down non-slip rugs or runners is what I would have recommended to help your dog. If he won't ... | |
| 9 month potty trained dog | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: my dog was toilet trained but after coming into her first heat she is starting to wee inside. it is ... A: A female dog can have more frequent urination during it's heat cycle. It's impossible to guess at ... | |
| my dog has inflamed bumps on her paws | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: my dog has inflamed swollen bumps between one toe on each paw that she licks obsessively. I have ... A: This thing you are seeing between your dog's toes could be a mass, a fluid filled pocket or pus ... | |
| bad behaviors | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a yorkie/snauzer mix,he's about 7mths old. i keep him enclosed with a gate in the kitchen ... A: Giving your puppy some intense exercise just before you leave your house to go to school is probably ... | |
| dog food | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: My dog has always had TERRIBLE bad breath. I have tried scaling her teeth and brushing with dog ... A: Diet can most definitely cause bad breath in dogs. You didn't say what brand food you're now ... | |
| no subject | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: My lab is 13.5 yrs old. She is drinking a lot of water and peeing all over our house. She has been ... A: Increased drinking certainly sounds like a kidney disorder. Is your dog taking any medications? ... | |
| Shihtzu won't eat alergy food | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old Shihtzu that has allergies to all meats (chicken, beef, pork, lamb and ... A: Luckily, there are several really good "over the counter" hypoallergenic dog foods these days that ... | |
| i need help with my dog | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: my dog has one side of her mouth swollen......it doesnt look normal and shes not eating....shes only ... A: I'm sorry by nobody online can diagnose your dog for you. Your dog needs to be examined by a ... | |
| bloodsuckers | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: i have two dogs. One is a German Shepherd and the other is Sharpie. i have found a BUNCH of blood ... A: I will assume by "blood suckers" you mean leeches (una Sanguijuela?). You can remove the leeches if ... | |
| Dog won't stop scratching! | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: We have a toy pomeranian that we rescued from a shelter. We gave him advantage a few weeks ago, but ... A: Yes, look for another vet, because this doesn't make any sense. The medications that could be ... | |
| Dog won't stop scratching! | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: We have a toy pomeranian that we rescued from a shelter. We gave him advantage a few weeks ago, but ... A: There is nothing over the counter which would be as effective as the prescription medication your ... | |
| house breaking an older dog. | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: We adopted a terrier mix from the Animal shelter. He is a wonderful, well trained dog. His age is ... A: Until your dog is reliably house trained, don't let him have the run of your home when you're not ... | |
| Dog adoption | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a male,8 months beagle,he's nice and very social.My friend told me that his dad want to kill ... A: If your dog likes the company of other dogs, taking in your friend's dog might work out. If your ... | |
| Feeding guide | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a new baby Shih Tzu I rescued a couple months ago... She will be turning 8 months old on Oct. ... A: If you don't want to follow the guidelines on the package cut back on the amount of food you're ... | |
| Dogs | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: 1. Am I right, the best pet to have is a small dogs? 2. Of the top three small dogs: 1. Boston ... A: You can own 3 dogs if it's allowed where you live. You need to contact your town clerk and ask how ... | |
| Dogs | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: 1. Am I right, the best pet to have is a small dogs? 2. Of the top three small dogs: 1. Boston ... A: There is no "best pet", getting a dog is an entirely person decision. The dog that's right for ... | |
| pug food | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I want to know if it's okay to feed my pug small amounts of raw filet mignon with her kibble; and ... A: Theses days there is a passionate debate over whether or not it's healthy to feed dogs raw meat, ... | |
| bullmastiff | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: i took him to the vets and was told he has a torn ligament in his bak right leg.surgery will be 1600 ... A: Veterinary fees can vary by location. You could "shop around", call vets in your area and see what ... | |
| lost of hair | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: pj ,my toy poodle had to be scraped a month ago due to flea allergy,how long does it take for hair ... A: Hair growth rate varies from dog to dog, and in cycles, the hair of a dog does not grow ... | |
| Golden retriever self harming | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a four year old male golden retriever from a puppy, I also have two small children and am a ... A: It sounds like your dog has a separation anxiety. It would probably help to get your dog used to not ... | |
| Beagle Potty Training | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old beagle that has never been completely house broken. She will ask to go out when ... A: First, have you ever had your dog checked for a urinary tract infection? This is common in female ... | |
| German Shepard | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to know what is best to feed my boy ( he is 90-100# German Shepard named Husker ) whom has ... A: Eukanuba makes several different formulas, you need to read the package of whichever food you're ... | |
| can tears cause hair loss around a dogs eyes | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: i went on vacation, and left my Daushaund at a kenel. upon picking him up, he has black around his ... A: Dogs do not cry tears, so even if your dog was crying while at the kennel, that would not account ... | |
| kidney failure... | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: ..I hope my story isn't too long. I just want to give you some background info after asking my ... A: I'm sorry your dog isn't doing well lately. Her weight loss, lethargy, coat and skin problems, mouth ... | |
| swollen ear | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: my cocker spaniel has a very swollen ear and i have no money to take him to vet. the name of what he ... A: I think the word you're looking for is "hematoma". A hematoma on a dog ear is when blood vessels in ... | |
| Dogs | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: 1. Can you give e a lists of small dogs that does not shed? 2. When adopting or getting a dog what ... A: There is really no such thing as a "totally" non-shedding dog. All dogs shed at least a little hair ... | |
| Sheba Inu | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a cream colored Sheba Inu (Zoey) 8 months old. We worked with her as a wee pup, ... A: I can't guess at why Zoey has just started chewing. This current destructive habit may or may not be ... | |
| Sleeping | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: we have a 2 yo x terrior that we adopted from the Lions Hearing Dogs. They adopted him from the ... A: When it's cold or raining can your dog stay in your laundry room, as he was doing before you bought ... | |
| Dogs | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: 1. Tell me what can be great or the benefits that one can get from adoption center of a dog versus ... A: Buying a dog from a reputable breeder is wise because they don't have profits as their motivation or ... | |
| dog marking | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a rescued male mini pooodle who is perfect in all ways but that after 6 months he is still ... A: Enzymatic cleaners can help, as they remove odors, but it's not a substitute for supervision. Do not ... | |
| Rash on dog's eye | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: My one year old rottweiler seems to have a rash on the outside of her eye. She's losing hair around ... A: There are many diseases and conditions which can cause a dog to lose hair, ranging from autoimmune ... | |
| red irritated on private area | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I asked a question last night about my Chihuahua. This morning she doesn't want to go to the ... A: If her skin is broken, don't apply an astringent such as the Witch Hazel or the tea bag, it may ... | |
| red irritated private area female dog | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could offer me a suggestion on what to do about my female dog that just ... A: Without knowing if your dog is in pain, or if she's itching it's hard to suggest a home remedy to ... | |
| panic attacks | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a female lab/cocker mix puppy one year ago. She has shown fear of men, kids, and cars. I ... A: It's really hard to say when or if your dog will ever be "normal" when it comes to her comfort level ... | |
| Nearly 9month Bichon x Maltese | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a nearly female month Bichon x Maltese who has recently came on heat. We also have a 5 year ... A: A female dog shouldn't be bred before she is two years old. Just as it's a bad idea for human ... | |
| growth on 13yr-old beloved Lab | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: hey Patti, Regretfully, I am in a position with a brand new baby at home and my husband was ... A: Your dog's problem with solid food is probably due to a tooth decay or periodontal disease. She may ... | |
| Salty Scent in Dogs | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Doberman/Shar Pei mix who emits a slightly dusty, salty odor strongly ... A: The "corn chip" smell is probably coming from your dog's feet. This isn't at all uncommon. Dogs have ... | |
| Dogs licking my dog's penis | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a rescued Shepard mix, 9 year old male, neutered since puppyhood. Still acts like he's a ... A: Unfortunately, this is some dogs ideas of saying hello. Just like the butt sniffs. LOL If your dog ... | |
| still having accidents at 10 months | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Please help, my daschund is 10 months old and was in heat 2 wks ago. It seems like since then she ... A: Your dog might well be marking, and not having house training accidents. This isn't uncommon before ... | |
| my staffishire bull terrier | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: A: The earliest method of pregnancy detection is an ultrasound. It's a nice test because it is ... | |
| My sisters dog is jealous of my new puppy | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a new puppy and he is only 12 weeks old. I work all day and my sister said she is ... A: All puppies are pretty hyper, it's normal for puppies to have boundless levels of energy. It would ... | |
| running away | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: i have a 7 month old collie. she is really friendly and lovable. my next door neighbors have dogs ... A: It's almost a guarantee that your dog will get pregnant, and you'll be dealing with an unplanned ... | |
| flea wash | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: i washed my dog with a flea shampoo and now 2 days later she is yelping when she shakes and if i ... A: An adverse reaction to a flea shampoo would be more like vomiting or acting lethargic, than yelping. ... | |
| spaying | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I just adopted a 3 year old chihuahua that weighs about 2 1/2-3 pounds. They needed to spay her ... A: Your dog may well have an inner layer of sutures that won't be visible. These would be the kind that ... | |
| House Training problem | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 week GSD, I've been following guidelines in house training her which seems to be going ... A: It sounds like your puppy is doing remarkably well, actually. You must remember: she is only a ... | |
| potty training!!! | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a female yorkie about 4 months old, i just bought her and have had her about 3 weeks, i ... A: Your puppy isn't "locked up", she's being contained because she's not yet house trained. Not ... | |
| sudden chewing | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: my pup is nine months old now, she is house trained but suddenly she started chewing things that ... A: It would help your dog immensely if you gave her a good long walk or run before leaving her home ... | |
| Growling dog | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I am an approved foster home for American Eskimo dogs. I got a rescue dog three weeks ago who was ... A: It sounds like you're doing everything right, and you're already seeing some progress. It's only ... | |
| Whiny Dog | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male American Staff cross and whenever i put his leash on he whines really loud ... A: Not wanting to walk your dog may cause your dog to develop all sorts of behavioral problems, ranging ... | |
| Sick Pitt/american bulldog mix | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: My 2yr old dog has a hard lump o his jawline that has gotton bigger the past 24hrs and now hangs ... A: Nobody can diagnose your dog over the Internet. If you are having trouble afford veterinary care, ... | |
| breeding | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a cur bitch dog that we bred to our male she is showing all the signs of being pregnant ... A: If your female dog is due the first week of October, she's probably beginning to look pregnant, so ... | |
| puppies | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: We were thinking of getting him a playmate who would be a tiny pup and also a cross breed.We are ... A: Getting a second puppy is a good idea if your current dog enjoys the company of other dogs! Not all ... | |
| Regarding my dog's health condition | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: My dog is a Doberman aged 4.He weighs 31.8kg. He is having some skin problem and is feeling itchy ... A: First, and most simplest, you need to rule out fleas as the problem for your dog's itching. You may ... | |
| puppy biting | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: we just got a new springer spaneil puppy and we all love her very much, but its just that she wont ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! Biting and mouthing are normal behaviors for puppies, but they ... | |
| introducing new puppy | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: so i just got a 7 week rotti and im trying to introduce her to my 1 year and 8 month old boxer. now ... A: You should keep your older dog's life as "normal" as possible, and stick to his or her regular ... | |
| dog food | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I actually have 2 questions. First what do you think about dogswell vitality dry dog food. Second, ... A: I'll assume you're asking about the Dogswell Vitality Chicken & Oats Recipe. Based on the ingredient ... | |
| New puppy | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: Good day, I have just a quick question regarding my new puppy. She is a German Shepherd/Belgian ... A: Even though you've had your puppy de-wormed once, she needs to be wormed again. The last batch of ... | |
| Retriever's broken paw :-( | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: My 6 month old golden retriever fell down the patio steps yesterday and landed wrong. He limped not ... A: You have questions regarding the proper treatment your dog requires, you and your dog would be much ... | |
| agressive male dog behavior | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5yr. old jack rusell and a 8month chihuahua i am going crazy with my jack rusell his name ... A: There's a very high likelihood that your female dog has been impregnated if your male dog has mated ... | |
| agressive male dog behavior | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5yr. old jack rusell and a 8month chihuahua i am going crazy with my jack rusell his name ... A: I hope you like puppies, because that's in your future! A dog's heat cycle lasts 21 days on average, ... | |
| dont have money 4 vet please help | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: my puppy is probly 3 months old and the lump is a little bigger then a golf ball it hangs between ... A: Generally if it comes up that quickly and is painful, it's more likely to something like an abscess. ... | |
| lock jaw | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: My 1.5 male rottie has just been to the vet and I was told he has lockjaw---very swollen jaw, ... A: Lockjaw, or "Tetanus" as it's also called isn't a breed specific disease, any dog of any age can get ... | |
| dog neutering | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: .i had my dog neutered 3 days ago and he has been fine. This evening i noticed i huge blood like ... A: You didn't say if the filled swelling was located at the site of the incision or not, I will assume ... | |
| Heartbroken after giving away our dog | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: We had to give away our 2 year old labrador- landlord's orders. I'm heartbroken since and really ... A: I'm very sorry that you had to give up your dog! It's probably best to let your dog bond with his ... | |
| my dog is losing alot of fur also he has kind of a rash | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: My dog is losing alot of fur, also it looks like he has a rash, but I know he has fleas and I have ... A: If your dog is loosing fur, he needs to be examined by a veterinarian. Fur loss is usually ... | |
| Dog Food | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: In have 2 dogs, 1 is 1/2 maltese and 1/2 Bichon and the other is 1/2 shih zu and 1/2 poodle. I was ... A: Of all the Iams dog food formulations, I think their Adult Chicken and Rice Formula is probably the ... | |
| my puppy has a toothace. I think | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: Please help my puppy, Juliet. we think she has a toothache. when we try to open her mouth she ... A: You're probably right, your dog might be having a toothache, or another problem such as something ... | |
| Dog Food | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: In have 2 dogs, 1 is 1/2 maltese and 1/2 Bichon and the other is 1/2 shih zu and 1/2 poodle. I was ... A: I agree. Beneful is by no means a quality dog food! The primary ingredients of that food are: ground ... | |
| dogs and vinyl fencing | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I AM DEVELOPING A DOG PARK IN OUR COMMUNITY. ARE THERE ANY ISSUES OR CONCERNS REGARDING USING A ... A: I know of no problems associated with vinyl coated fencing. The coated fencing is more expensive ... | |
| Blisters aroound dogs mouth | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a pit bull/boxer age 16 months..She has acquired blisters around her mouth..Where her ... A: Your dog might have canine acne, but that is really a guess, being that I haven't ever seen your ... | |
| is this normal | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a staffy cross lab pup, she is 3 yrs old, any time i leave the house for any longer that 20 ... A: If your dog spends almost all of her time with you, it really doesn't matter if there are other ... | |
| foot infection | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: Im not sure if you can help me but my dog has got a very hard bit on the bottom of her paw it feels ... A: Your dog needs to be examined by a veterinarian, so she can get diagnosed and treated. Otherwise ... | |
| loud licking air | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: My lab/retriever for the last week has been doing this weird load licking of his front lips. He has ... A: It's best for you to have your dog examined before going away on vacation. The air licking can be ... | |
| Signs that my dog might be in labor!! | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an american bulldog who is 5 years old, she is about 56 days pregnant, she has been leaking ... A: Just because your dog is expressing milk from her nipples it does not necessarily mean that she is ... | |
| Elderly Dog Question | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to break an elderly dog of getting on the couch after she has been doing it for most ... A: Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks, and train your dog not to get on the couch. Everyone in ... | |
| Home made dog food | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I just got a new puppy and was wondering what your advice was for a home made/ mostly vegetable ... A: Congratulations on getting a new puppy! Puppyhood is a crucial time of development that requires ... | |
| my aunt's puppy | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: today my aunt puppy jasper was outside all day trying to poop and we were wondering what he was ... A: It sounds like your aunt's dog is constipated. Have your aunt increase her dog's fiber ... | |
| dogs | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: Why do dogs turn in circles before the poop? My grandson wants to know. A: Walking in circles, or "Circling" is considered a pre-elimination behavior. Pre-elimination circling ... | |
| nursing bitch | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: My little cocker spaniel just had her first litter of puppies. Seven total!! She is one year old ... A: Congratulations on the recent litter! Try to keep your dog's irritated skin dry, many problems ... | |
| Green Puss | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: My pug has greenish puss coming from her anus. Do you have any thoughts about what this might be and ... A: Green pus is usually a symptom of an infection. Are you sure the pus is coming from your dog's anus, ... | |
| Infection | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 1/2 year old German Shepherd. He's always had sensitive skin. We've learned that the ... A: The best thing you can do for your dog until he can be seen by your vet, is what you've already ... | |
| separation anxiety/Chewing | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: We adopted a 1 year old dog from the local humane society. Fortunately we are usually home all day ... A: The separation anxiety might lesson with time, as your dog fully adjusts to living in your home. ... | |
| breeding / Price | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: . do they charge before they breed or do they do it on how many puppies they have ... any ... A: Dog breeding is NOT a money making proposition, if it's done correctly. The main reason for breeding ... | |
| Older dogs teeth | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a female dogs she is 14 years old. Her teeth have been bad for awhile and has lost a few of ... A: Even though your dog is 14, if she's in good overall health, and still enjoys her life, there's no ... | |
| Parvo | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: Hi Veronica, Symptoms for Parvovirus usually begin with a high fever, lethargy, depression, ... A: I'm not sure if I'm understanding this. If your dog is house trained, Parvo wouldn't make him have ... | |
| puppies | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: Where can I get a free puppies? A: Your best bet for finding a free puppy would be in your local newspaper's classified section, or on ... | |
| Parvo | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: Hello my dog has been diagnosed with parvo and i was wondering if loss of the bladder is a normal ... A: Symptoms for Parvovirus usually begin with a high fever, lethargy, depression, and loss of appetite. ... | |
| My dogs' food | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: What is the best packaged food for dogs? I am a little arthritic to be grinding raw meat for them. I ... A: There are some wonderful super-premium dog foods out there these days, many contain very high ... | |
| trainer | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: MY SON IS REALLY REALLY GOOD WITH DOGS. HIS PETS ARE OBIEDENT AND EXTREMELY LOVING AND PROTECTIVE. ... A: The first thing that should be done, if it hasn't been taken care of already, is to have all of your ... | |
| How Much Should an 8 Week Old Beagle Mix weigh? | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: 2 weeks before the puppies were born, I rescued the mother from the side of the road. The puppies ... A: It's hard to say how big the puppies "should" be, if their dad was a small breed dog, they'd be ... | |
| Advice? our rescue dog hates me :o( | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: My boyfriend lost his German Shep over a year ago and it was unexpected and very sad. The dog was ... A: Some rescue dogs have known abuse or neglect, or was just so poorly socialized, that it impacts ... | |
| chewing dry wall | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: i have a 8 year old golden retriever mix. a few days ago she started chewing our walls. i notice it ... A: Dogs can acquire disturbing new habits if they experience a change in routine, or if there are ... | |
| Rescue Dog And House Cat | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: two days ago we rescued a staffy x whippet female dog she is 17 months old, we have two cats at home ... A: Really, what's going to help your situation the most, is time. It may take a month or more before ... | |
| Rescue dog howls/barks/whines when I'm gone | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a 3-4 year old medium sized mixed breed female last week. A rescue group placed her with ... A: It's to be expected that a newly adopted dog is going to have some behavioral problems, when it ... | |
| Pets | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: 1. There is over 500 dog breeds? What is the number one dog to own? 2. For one person, how many ... A: I really don't know how many dog breeds there are in the world. The following web site might be ... | |
| My 15 year old has a tumor | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I will get to the point. My 15 year old mix has a tumor on his foot. It is the size of a grape ( ... A: It sounds like it's time to remove the growth on your dog's foot, since the more passive methods of ... | |
| litter of pugs | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: This is Sassy's first litter and my first time at this too. Could you tell me how many puppies they ... A: Congratulations on your impending litter! The only person who can tell you how many puppies Sassy ... | |
| My Chihuahua is Stubborn | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 Chihuahua's, about 5 years old, one short hair and one long hair - both from same liter. My ... A: I guess you moved your dog's pee-pads once too often. It's best to choose a location, not move it, ... | |
| Dog afraid to go outside | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted an 8 month old Siberian Husky from a shelter. He is afraid to go outside. When ... A: An electronic collar isn't something you should be using on your recently adopted dog. You can ... | |
| My dog | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: My dog was i believe attacked by some animal he is a big dog and he only goes in my backyard so i ... A: If your dog was just attacked, you should clean and flush the wound with plenty of soap and water ... | |
| my pomeranian | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: HI MY NAME IS SAN AND MY POMERANIAN HAS CAME IN HEAT ONCE AND I WANT TO KNOW WHEN WILL SHE COME BACK ... A: Most dogs have a heat cycle twice a year, every six to seven months. However, this can vary, and ... | |
| Pooping in crate | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a similiar problem to Dina, about her dog messing in the crate, My dog is a 3 year old ... A: You didn't say how long ago you adopted the dog. You can expect even house trained dogs to have ... | |
| mini daschund training | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Will he ever be able to go down steps? Our dog is 8 months old and can run up steps but will only ... A: It's not really a bad thing that your puppy isn't catching on as to how climb the stairs. As you may ... | |
| Skin probs | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old pomeranian named Taz. He has always been current on all vet care and on ... A: It's hard to guess at why you're seeing the fleas in your new place. They can hop on while walking ... | |
| dog runs away | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: My dog likes to follow me everywhere. Why is this? She realy only likes me. She like the rest of my ... A: Some dogs are "one person dogs", while other dogs happily go to anyone or everyone. This can be ... | |
| I think my dog is in labor right now! | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: Patti, I read your answer to a previous question from someone asking how they would know if their ... A: A temperature drop down to 97-99 degrees Fahrenheit and held for two readings taken twelve hours ... | |
| housebreaking yorkie poo | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I got my puppy when she was 3 months old, she is now 4 months. We started potty training as soon as ... A: Prevention is a very important point when working on house training. Until your puppy is more ... | |
| Our Shiba Inu | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: We have a Shiba Inu who has become overweight. Her mother and grandmother have the same issue as we ... A: Has your veterinarian recommended any exercise for your dog? Many dogs with joint problems actually ... | |
| Chino - pit bull | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Chino was rescued and then found to have black worms - he has now had this taken care of last dose ... A: The Benedryl can be helpful in suppressing the itch, but it isn't treating whatever is causing the ... | |
| my toy minpin | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a beautiful male toy minpin named Princeton. He is usually a good natured dog and I love him ... A: Princeton has some dominance issues, which is why he goes after your husband. It would help ... | |
| my 8 1 /2 year old min pin (stiff neck) | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: Since 8/22/09 my female min pin (8 pounds) neck stiffens (cant move neck to side or up she starts ... A: I've answered almost 4000 AllExpert questions, I'm sorry but I don't recall my response to Jessica. ... | |
| crying! | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 week old puppy that I got at 6 weeks. He sleeps very well through the night but cries ... A: At 8 weeks old, your puppy is just a tiny baby. There's no use in using the spray collar on him, it ... | |
| dalmations | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Do dalmations have anger problems A: No, Dalmatians do not typically have anger problems, but without proper training and human ... | |
| Dominant Female | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old female bull mastiff that I raised from a puppy and I have a 10 year old jack ... A: Having two female dogs is often more problematic than having a male and a female, or two males. ... | |
| is my dog in labor? | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: My dogs temp keeps going from 100.4 - 98.7 is she in labor..... I started taking her temp 4 times ... A: Perhaps your dog has already had her litter! When you really need to know something important, you ... | |
| behaviour problem | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a doberman puppy which is 2 month and 10days old. sometime it behave arrogant and bite us. ... A: Your puppy is acting like a normal, healthy puppy that hasn't been trained to behave otherwise! If ... | |
| turkey | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Patti I have been told not to feed a dog turkey, but I have seen dog foods that contain turkey. ... A: Whomever told you not to feed your dog turkey, is wrong. Turkey is a perfectly wonderful source of ... | |
| nipple discharge | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old staffy and I was rubbing her belly one day and noticed my hand felt a little ... A: Breast discharge is not part of a dog's heat cycle. If your dog is having breast discharge, she's ... | |
| my dog is pregnant | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: A: A dog's pregnancy lasts 63 days on average. If you know when your dog was bred, you can get an ... | |
| Over protective at home | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: we have two miniature schnauzers of 8 months and no children. They are very socialised and love ... A: Many dogs react strongly to the sound of the doorbell, and from there things go down hill really ... | |
| jack russell terrier and itching | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a jack Russell terrier about years old and she is constantly itching. I give her an allergy ... A: You didn't say if your dog itches year 'round or if it's seasonal, or if you've ruled out fleas. ... | |
| Lola & Mickey | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a 5yr old poodle cross who has had three litters with our 4 yr old pom/jack russel. We got ... A: Any dog can breed with any other dog. Do not rely on two dogs size as a deterrent to breeding! Is ... | |
| help! | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: my 5 month old puppy has diarrhea and I've just noticed blood in it. What could this be? A: You didn't say if your puppy is acting normally, eating, drinking, vomiting, running a fever or ... | |
| dew claws | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: My dog's dew claw on her left leg is swollen. What can be done to reduce the swelling? A: Dogs who retain their dew claws can have problems with them, as they can catch on things. When a ... | |
| Guessing my dog's mix | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help what my dog might be mixed with? I got her from an animal shelter ... A: It's hard to figure out what dog breeds some dogs are a mixture of. Many dogs are not the product of ... | |
| charging other dog | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: two male dogs both fixed, one 7 months and one 4 years . the younger one charges the older one and ... A: When you walk your two dogs together, tell your younger dog "No!", while giving him a sharp tug on ... | |
| Bathing dog after neutering | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I know you're not supposed to bathe a dog right after surgery, but the dog we adopted from the ... A: Congratulations on getting a dog! You are correct, a dog shouldn't be bathed 7-10 days after his ... | |
| boxer - swim | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a boxer that loves playing in the water get her deeper and her back legs go out to the side ... A: It's true, not every dog knows instinctively how to swim, and some can’t swim at all. I think if ... | |
| maltese dogs nose | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old dog which is 3/4 maltese and 1/4 bichon. His nose is black and I have notices ... A: You can dab a little Olive Oil on the rough areas of your dog's nose. You could also apply Chapstick ... | |
| Puppies for sale? | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a chocolate (or red) colored purebred and registered Border Collie male. I was ... A: I can't tell you if the following breeders have the color dog that you're looking for. Dogs can have ... | |
| Bowel Incontinence in older dog | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: No question, just a thank-you for the caring service you put in. I have a 16 year old part Aussie ... A: I realize you didn't actually ask a question, but I have another piece of info you might find ... | |
| rescue dog skin | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My neighbor found this little dog a few weeks ago. We don't know the breed. I took her to local vet ... A: You and your neighbor did a wonderful thing by taking in this small dog and getting him the care he ... | |
| eating | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My 8 yr old pit bull/lab was put on the green bean diet about 2 months ago. The last few days (4?) ... A: It could well be the heat. It's not uncommon that a dog will refuse food when it's very warm. Are ... | |
| maltese | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: do i need to change her food? i feed her ultra brand wet food in the can from the pet store. But ... A: If your dog's only "symptom" is that she won't eat, then she's probably not sick. In the summer when ... | |
| ID tags | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: i currently just got a new dog and i need to know if i can get my dog an ID tag at walmart or any ... A: Congratulations on getting a dog! You might find ID tags at Walmart, I don't know if they will have ... | |
| diarrhea | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a beagle, his 6 months now, he is eating oven baked for puppies he has diarrhea 2 days ago so ... A: Sorry, I thought pepto bismol might be available in Indonesia. Do you have access to Imodium AD? ... | |
| dog with poison ivy | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: what would you bathe the dog in and would you give him benadryl A: Though it's more rare than in humans, yes a dog can get posion ivy on the lightly haired areas. You ... | |
| my dog is scared | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: my dog is an extremely playful and happy dog. hes not scared of strangers or animals, he always ... A: Dogs are like people, some people are shy sensitive and some are bold and fearless, with 100 ... | |
| diarrhea | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a beagle, his 6 months now, he is eating oven baked for puppies he has diarrhea 2 days ago so ... A: If your puppy's diarrhea was resolved by the chicken and rice, but returned when you you resumed his ... | |
| Elderly dog | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I have an elderly dog who is 20kg [perfect weight] and 8.5 years old. He has slowed down quite a ... A: Have you tried giving your elderly dog buffered aspirin? Buffered aspirin has good anti-inflammatory ... | |
| Adding Puppy to home with 9 year old dog | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: We had to put down our 10 year old beagle/bassett mix this week and have one dog left a 9 year old ... A: I'm sorry for the recent loss of your Beagle/Bassett. If your surviving dog is generally good with ... | |
| rescued dogs | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: We rescued some puppies a week ago. They are about 8 weeks old I think. They have horrible looking ... A: If you aren't seeing obvious signs of flea infestation, there's a pretty good chance the puppies are ... | |
| Border Terriers | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: My family and i and thinking of buying a Border Terrier puppy but we have qite a small house and ... A: Puppies, (no matter the breed!) need more frequent attention than adult dogs, and can't be left ... | |
| Negative behaviour-Puggle | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 year old puggle that we adopted about four months ago. He is not completely house ... A: Knowing your dog isn't fully house trained, means making it a point to get your dog outside fairly ... | |
| my dog is pregnant , and i don't know when she is due | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: my dog is pregnant and never urinates in the house but earlier today she had urinated and it was a ... A: A dog's pregnancy lasts for approximetly 63 days. To estimate when your dog became pregnant, you'd ... | |
| Yorkie-poo | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I just got my 4 month yorkie-poo on august 10,2009...the first day she barely ate..Her stomach is ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! The problem isn't the food you've chosen, arriving to a new ... | |
| Puppies Health | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 week old English Mastiff and in 3 days she had diarrhea twice. She seems very healthy, ... A: I doubt the grass has caused the diarrhea. She would have to eat an awful lot lot of it. Some dogs ... | |
| Acne Medication Poisonous? | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: my 14 lb puppy licked up about a tsp or less of acne medication, containing 5% benzoyl peroxide, is ... A: If ingested, Benzoyl Peroxide may cause toxic effects. It can cause abdominal pain, nausea, ... | |
| breading pugs | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: the male is younger, a little bit bigger and, doesn't seem like he can get in a position to where he ... A: You could be right, the male dog, because of his age, may not know what he's doing. Put the ... | |
| Poor Appetite | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a female Rottweiler aged 2yrs. She has been bred recently (20-July and 22-July) and it was a ... A: Congratulations! It sounds like your dog is pregnant! It's not at all unusual for dogs to get the ... | |
| pugs | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a female black pug. Can I breed her with a fawn? Would the chances be better of having ... A: You can breed your Pug to any Pug, no matter the color. Litters will contain both fawn, black and ... | |
| First heat | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a female maltese cross chihuahua and she is 8 months old. I think she might be getting her ... A: No dog, of any breed should be bred before her second heat cycle. You are correct, Chihuahua ... | |
| my daschunds first heat | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 7 month old female who is experiencing her first heat. I also have a 13 month old male ... A: You should most definitely keep your dogs separated during your dog's heat cycle. If you are ... | |
| shnauzer peeing | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a schnauzer I adopted a couple of years ago. He is quite high strung, nervous,but lovable. ... A: Because of your dog's high strung, nervous nature he may be having some submissive urination when ... | |
| Cat and dog together? | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My cat is an outdoor/indoor cat and i want my puppy to come in only at night while my cat is ... A: It's possible for a dog and cat to at least tolerate one another, though they may never be best ... | |
| why my bed | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a mix breed dog and when I leave him out his crate he poops and pee's on my bed.and he tears ... A: If your dog isn't as house trained as he needs to be, you shouldn't be giving him the run or your ... | |
| Dog mourning | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: We just lost our 2 year old french bulldog a week ago, and our 3 three old frenchie is starting to ... A: I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your dog. Your surviving dog is no doubt going through a period of ... | |
| Skin Irritation on neck of Boxer | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a traditionally marked Boxer (brindle w/white muzzle, white between his eyes, white front of ... A: Between the sore on your dog's neck, the paw licking, and thinning of hair, your dog has some ... | |
| pregnant dog having problems | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old american pit bull terrier that is pregnant and has a bloody discharge. She ... A: You need the help of a veterinarian, not an Internet help-line. I'd say you're having an emergency, ... | |
| PREDISONE GIVEN TO A 3 LB YORKIE | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: !THANKS JJ A: If you think your dog is having a reaction to the Prednisone , or if it isn't working as well on ... | |
| Face | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: My dogs face is swollen on the right handside A: It's hard to guess at why your dog's face is swollen, it could be a gland, an allergic reaction, or ... | |
| Rottweiler pup | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a 2 1/2 month old rotti named Bella. She's been very droopy and quiet lately compared to her ... A: Dogs don't lie about how they feel. If you've seen your puppy acting lethargic, and not her self, ... | |
| Fearful about everything! | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a 3 yr old, neutered, Bichon/Yorkie mix from a local shelter. He was scheduled to ... A: Your dog is carrying a lot of emotional baggage from it's previous living situations. He needs ... | |
| Dog pooping in the house | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Background: I recently obtained a 4yr old spayed Cockapoo, Gabby, only to find out the information ... A: It might be that Gabby's former owners may not have known she was infected with Heartworms, not that ... | |
| dogs | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: if dogs get stuck together for couple minutes does it mean the female is pregnant A: There's a very good chance the dog could become pregnant after a single breeding. If the female dog ... | |
| Stomach Noise | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have read your replies to a few questions like mine, but I'm not sure they totally apply due to ... A: I can't diagnose your dog. Because your dog has had some weight loss, the sounds might not be the ... | |
| crested skin questions.... | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted a hairless chinese crested. over the past month i let his skin get to dry and now ... A: If your dog is a The Powder Puff Chinese Crested, it can be bathed every 2 to 4 weeks, the hairless ... | |
| Rash on my dog possibly caused by wasp sting | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: A few days ago my baby staffordshire terrier (1 year old) suffered a wasp sting to the bum. I ... A: A rash isn't a typical symptom of a bee or wasp sting. Maybe it's a reaction from the sticker bushes ... | |
| German Shepherd | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it would be a good idea to adopt a new puppy when we already have a 10 year old ... A: Older dogs who like companions, should have companions. I can't say what's right for you or Jenna. ... | |
| season | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: iv got a 10 month old bitch yorkshire terrier, she has just gone into season, how long does it ... A: You can expect your dog to come into season, or have her "heat cycle" twice a year on average. This ... | |
| pooping in house | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: 11 month newfie pooping in house. How do I make restricked area for a big dog and train him to not ... A: You can contain your dog by using a dog crate, or a couple of childgates. There are also indoor dog ... | |
| Old Australian Shepherd | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 yr old female spayed Australian Shepherd and recently married and brought my husband's ... A: Because your Australian Shepherd is 14 years old, before assuming her problem is solely because of ... | |
| aggresive dog | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: my neighbour has an 8 month old german sheppard, and he is a very aggresive dog. in addition to ... A: Yes, it's totally possible for your neighbor's dog to be rehabilitated, and trained out of it's ... | |
| dog | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: How to remove thicks from baby dogs? A: Here's how to remove ticks from a dog, no matter the age: Put your puppy in a comfortable position. ... | |
| aggressive dog | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: everytime someone is leaving the house even family members or leaving in the car any kind of ... A: It sounds like your dog has territorial aggression towards people. My guess is he's a bossy little ... | |
| 13yearoldcollie | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 year old collie/shepherd mix. She is not eating,drinking very little like maybe a tsp in ... A: The foamy yellow stuff your dog is throwing up only means her stomach is empty. By itself it's not a ... | |
| Choosing a dog | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a year and a half old female Basset Hound. I would like to get another dog and I want to make ... A: There are good breeders, and there are bad breeders. A good breeder wants the puppy to have a great ... | |
| femal st. bernard | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a St. Bernard. She is about 1yr. 6mos. She went into heat for the first time last summer. I ... A: The nipples on a female who has not yet had her first heat are quite small, but they swell with the ... | |
| dogs breeding | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: best day's for breeding and how many times do the dogs have to tied A: The average female bleeds for 7-10 days before beginning "standing" heat, or her fertile time. ... | |
| vaccinations | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: my dog has had his rabies shot but i used an old country vet and he didnt give out records. is there ... A: To my knowledge, there isn't an centralized vaccination registry, the entire process depends on the ... | |
| How to tell | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: My neighbor's just got a 5 week old Pomeranian. We don't know if it's a full pomeranian, or a mix. ... A: Actually, 5 weeks is much to early to take a puppy from it's mother and litter-mates! Puppies of ... | |
| Older Dog with a New Puppy | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it would be a good idea to adopt a new puppy when we already have a 10 year old ... A: Older dogs who like companions, should have companions. I can't say what's right for you or Jenna. ... | |
| My dogs and their health. | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm an owner of 4 dogs. I have 3 females and 1 male. Lily is a Rotweiler mix rescue, our second is ... A: Sorry I misunderstood your question. At least as far as Rabies goes, many communities offer really ... | |
| heat cycles | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old staffordshire terrier. She went into heat for the first time on January 5th ... A: Not all dogs have the same time duration in-between cycles. The actual cycle last approximately 3 ... | |
| breeding | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a female shitzu akc and im thinking about breeding her with a Canadian ckc shitzu i cant ... A: If you want to, you can register the CKC male dog to the AKC by using the AKC's Foreign Dog ... | |
| Dog peeing on daughters bed | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 yrs old Cavalier/Cocker mix. She is a very sweet dog, however she had been going into my ... A: Anytime a reliably house trained dog starts having accidents in the home, you need to rule out a ... | |
| Yorkie | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old yorkie that was rescued at the age of 21/2. She is very tiny and very sensitive! ... A: If your dog wasn't sneezing because of her toothpaste before her ACL injury, then she wouldn't be ... | |
| calcium oxalate crystals | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I forgot to ask if 5 banana slices daily is an OK treat for dogs with this condition. Thanks! A: Banana can be used as a healthy snack. Depending on the size of your dog, 5 banana slices can be too ... | |
| 5 Year old Female Chihuahua pottying in house | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: Please help. I am at the end of my rope with this dog. We have had her for 5 years and she was ... A: Anytime a reliably house trained dog begins having house training accidents, it's wise to have her ... | |
| Shredding Dog | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 13 month old, lab/golden retriever mix. He doesn't just chew on things, he shreds- books, ... A: Containment in the crate is the answer. Your dog can't be trusted not to be destructive when he's ... | |
| Possible UTI | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: You answered a question previously about a dog with UTI and you recommended - Cranberry Fruit ... A: I can't say if the products I can recommend are available in the UK, but you can look for: Nature's ... | |
| My dog needs to be calm (and tranquil.) | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: My dog is very...uh..wild. She was a stray puppy that my grandparents decided to "adopt." I am stuck ... A: Before self medicating your dog, call your vet and tell them the situation: that your dog is ... | |
| Getting a puppy and dog to get along | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Last Tuesday our dog for 14 years past away. We have another dog who is a rottweiler german shepard ... A: Not every dog wants to share it's home with another dog. RC is no doubt mourning the loss of your 14 ... | |
| fleas | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: i got a puppy from my uncles. she is a collie. i have recently noticed her rolling on the grass and ... A: Have you actually seen fleas on your dog, or seen "flea dirt"? Frequently you won't actually see a ... | |
| Rebel English Bulldog Feeding Problem | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a male 3 y.o. English Bulldog very dominant & stubborn who refuses to eat from the bowl for ... A: You've tried many different ways to get your dog to eat from his bowl, but something tells me you ... | |
| Exercise | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 mo. old Rottweiler/Border Collie Mix. I just read something about not letting your "big ... A: I'm sorry, but it's true. Large breed puppies shouldn't be taken on long, strenuous walks until he ... | |
| yorkie poo | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: My yorkie has a swollen rectal area, any ideas? A: It's possible your dog is having an anal gland problem. A dog's anal glands are normally expressed ... | |
| Brittany pup problems | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: We just got a Brittany puppy. She is about 4 months old. She lived with a different owner previously ... A: Consistency is key when turning your back on your puppy. If one family member follows the program ... | |
| Boxer Breeding | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2yr old boxer that I want to try and breed this heat cycle. Iam just wondering when is the ... A: Your dog is the most fertile 11-15 into her heat cycle. A males sperm can last up to 5 days inside ... | |
| Bad Behavior at Dog Park | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: My German Shepherd, Harry, and I just relocated to CO and are temporarily living in a small ... A: Are other dogs, or their owners as upset by your dog's behavior as you are? When dogs play, it can ... | |
| my yellow lab puppy has hair loss | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: well i have a 5 moonth old yellow lab. she has started getting spots of hair loss on her legs and ... A: There are many diseases and conditions which can cause a dog to lose hair. Some of these may be ... | |
| neapolitan mastiff... ACA or AKC | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: i wanted to know if you can help me reach my decision. I've been interested for wquite sometime in ... A: Registries, such as the ACA or AKC have nothing to do with the quality of the dogs. They just ... | |
| my dog | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: my dog is pregnant and is due on the 29th of this month this morning she started shaking and ... A: Anytime you think your dog is having a medical problem, it's far wiser to call your veterinarian, ... | |
| What type of dog is this? | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: We had a dog to come up a few weeks ago. He is very friendly. He is a very large dog with blue eyes. ... A: From the picture you sent, it looks like the dog has a whole lot of one of the sled dog breeds ... | |
| Snorting or snooring | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: HI i have a 1 in a half year old Jack Russell Terrior x and i bought him from the rspca recently and ... A: It sounds like what you're describing is called "reverse sneezing". It actually has nothing to do ... | |
| old dog in new home. | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: 8 years ago, my sister and I were living together in Texas and had a beagle/boxer mix named Lillie. ... A: With dogs, it's not so much the change of climate, as the change of routine that is hard on them. ... | |
| potty training | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: My 14 weeks Pomeranian is driving me crazy. She was shipped to me for a 5 hours trip that got ... A: First, be sure the crate you're using is the correct size. A crate should only be big enough for a ... | |
| new puppy | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: Just the other day we went to look at a mini black and tan dachshund. Upon close examination of her ... A: It's possible those bumps could also be an allergy to either his food or something in his ... | |
| 4 month old pit bull pup | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I adopted a pit bull pup that has a scare on his back it is healed and he is fine is there any kind ... A: Flax seed oil is a very good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are believed to be beneficial in ... | |
| food allergies | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: It would appear that my two puppies have sensitivity to something in food or treats. We have been ... A: It just may have been too soon after being treated for the first round of bowel problems, to ... | |
| Dog Behavior | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: We have a 9-year old daschund who has suddenly turned aggressive. We have a lot of pets in our ... A: You need to have your dog examined by a veterinarian. Often, a change of behavior means a dog is ... | |
| English Bulldog | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old English bulldog, she is white and red, well mostly white with lots of freckles. ... A: The none of the problems your puppy has been having are that unusual. During her life, your dog may ... | |
| Yellow Lab skin irritation | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old yellow lab. Last year I noticed that on his neck, the skin was really red and ... A: Treating the itch, is treating the symptom. It doesn't do anything to cure the underlying problem, ... | |
| licking hair off paw | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: my dog cooper is licking larg spots of hair off his legs, now his butt.what can i do too stop this. A: Your dog needs to be examined by a veterinarian to find out the underlaying cause of this itching. ... | |
| bad salmon? | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Last night as I was cleaning out my fridge and preparing for trash day, I threw out a piece of ... A: It sounds like your dog dodged the bullet, so to speak, with this! If your dog was going to get ... | |
| Mamory | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: and she still has milk left is there I should and do to help with this. Since I no longer have the ... A: You didn't say how long this has been going on. Dogs usually stop lactating naturally within 45 days ... | |
| housebreaking | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I am at my wits end trying to housebreak my 16 month old American foxhound puppy. He was abandoned ... A: Preventing accidents from occuring in the fist place is point number one in house training. Point ... | |
| dog | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Why would my dog be turning to skin and bones and hunched up in the back and turning his head to one ... A: Those are all signs of illness. I couldn't begin to guess at what the problem might be, but your dog ... | |
| Helping a bonded pet who's companion is being euthanized | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am most unfortunately having to euthanize one of my dachshunds tomorrow and his "brother" Felix ... A: I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your dog. When a person experiences the death of a human loved ... | |
| dog not eatting | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: 15 year old yellow lab, not eating. although he walks around and lays around all day he does not ... A: At 15 years old, you need to take your dog's not eating seriously. It's entirely possible that he's ... | |
| crying and nervousness in my dog | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old min schnauzer. She has not been fixed. Lately she has been very subdued and just ... A: Has your dog recently had her heat cycle? Sometimes, after a dog has had her heat cycle, but she ... | |
| JRT growling and biting | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: my JRT Buzz is always growling and biting when he is laying down or has a toy. He somtimes draws ... A: Many dogs are aggressive and protective over their toys or food. The root cause of this aggression ... | |
| Boxer | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female boxer that I have had for 1 year. Since the day we had her she has had a ... A: The good thing is, this bump hasn't been getting bigger, since you got your dog! You should ... | |
| Boxer | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female boxer that I have had for 1 year. Since the day we had her she has had a ... A: Dogs can develop many kinds of growths, both benign and cancerous. It's impossible to diagnose any ... | |
| miniature schnauzer | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a salt&pepper schnauzer,4 yrs. old. His hind quarters is reddish brown. As well as his mouth ... A: If your dog is having a problem with scratching or chewing at himself, the cause might be an ... | |
| Dog | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking about getting a dog. I don't want to get it anytime soon, but possibly within the next ... A: Regardless of what breed or mixed breed of dog you decide upon, all dogs require exercise and mental ... | |
| Sick Dog | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Lab-mix and hes been coughing for a while now, though not much. When we finally ... A: Do you mean your dog was treated for Heartworms, and then put on Heartgard Plus? Because the ... | |
| miniature schnauzer | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a salt&pepper schnauzer,4 yrs. old. His hind quarters is reddish brown. As well as his mouth ... A: It's hard to say why your dog's coat is discolored. Sometimes, the mineral content of the water ... | |
| Handling a 3 dog pack when 1 is a pup! | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I notice you have owned German Shepherds, so I wanted to ask you. I have a 12 week old GS puppy. ... A: It's important to make sure the puppy respects the older dog's boundaries, but it's up to you, not ... | |
| Broken in half Jaw!!!! | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a mixed Chihuahua, we've had him for years..Last night after running away he came back and ... A: My sincere hope is that your message is some kind of a prank. If your dog has a severe injury, you ... | |
| Nipple appearance after heat cycle | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: My 9 month Boerboel just went through her first heat cycle. How long after she stops bleeding can I ... A: The nipples on a female who has not yet had her first heat are quite small, but they swell with the ... | |
| my dog weeing in a crate | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old cavalier bitch, who is house trained but insists on weeing in her crate on a ... A: It's a good idea to withhold water after about 8pm, and to be sure your dog has a quick trip outside ... | |
| King Corset puppie | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: She was just given her second dose of worm meds. from Dr. I just got her yesterday. She is 2 mo. no ... A: If your new puppy is having such a strong reaction to her worm medication, you need to contact your ... | |
| my miniature poodle is having troubles with his nose... | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: my miniature podle is five years old. well normally he is a happy go lucky pup but today he's got a ... A: Your dog might have something lodged in his nose, can you see if something is stuck in there? I ... | |
| urinating problem | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: It's Ann again. One quick question on the cran-max or cranberry pills for UTI for my dog. How much ... A: Cranberry will help but won't treat a UTI, there really aren't any substitutes for the prescription ... | |
| sick puppy | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: i have a 7 month old yochon, a yorkie, bichon mix. I had him at the vet today, and they told me he ... A: If you can't get the IV into your dog, continue to give him frequent drinks of Pedialyte (as often ... | |
| pups and mom | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: The Mom is taking the pups out of the pen we have them in. and trying to put them somewhere else. ... A: Your mother dog letting you know she's doesn't feel that the pups are safe where they are. Some dogs ... | |
| collie pup | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: my collie pup is a 4 month old male. When he gets excited or scared, i notice an odd odor coming ... A: Besides the small amount of urine that escapes when your puppy is frightened or excited, he might ... | |
| urinating problem | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: My 8 year old Pit Bull/Lab has a problem urinating when she goes out. This just started 1 day ago. ... A: Dogs with UTI are usually given antibiotics, so you you probably need to wait until your dog can be ... | |
| dog | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1 year old Bichon frese/shih tzu and he is a really good dog other than the fact that he ... A: Your dog may be able to smell the previous accidents, and is attracted back to the spot. You can try ... | |
| Dog breed | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: what breed she is. She looks like a German Shepherd but also looks like she might be crossed with ... A: Congratulations on getting a puppy! It's hard to tell because she's still a puppy, but in this ... | |
| dog breeding | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: when is a dog most fertile and how many weeks are they on heat for A: Female dogs are only fertile twice a year (on average) during their estrus cycle, which is also ... | |
| dogs | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: My ? is is this a good idea because i wont the offsprings to be just like my stud A: A male dog can mate and produce puppies with his daughter, but it's not recommended. It's called ... | |
| Potty training | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have just gotten a minature schnauzer that is about 3 months old. Every time i take her outside, ... A: When you take your puppy outside, and she doesn't do all that she should, take her back to your home ... | |
| dog breed | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: one of my friends has a small white dog with an under bite. She said the breed started with a w. I ... A: I'm pretty good with identifying dog breeds, but this dog doesn't ring a bell. Many breeds of dogs ... | |
| Sick Shi-Tzu X Poodle | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I have a shi-tzu and poodle cross, he is 12 years old. Unfortunately he got into ... A: If you haven't already done so, it's important to contact your vet and report that your dog is ... | |
| panic attacks in dogs | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: My sister lives in Seattle and is so worried about her dog. The dog is a mixed breed, spayed female ... A: Many dogs have extreme reactions to loud noises such as fireworks or thunderstorms. Sometimes, when ... | |
| registration | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I bought a red nose pit october will be 2 years. he was not registered when i bought him, but he is ... A: I'm not sure if you can register an adult dog. Were your dogs parents registered? There's a lot of ... | |
| Weird water crazy dog | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I am not sure if you will remember but I was the one who recently asked you all about dog food ... A: Of course I remember you. I hope Eddy is doing well on the Solid Gold dog food. For reasons you may ... | |
| Fleas on dog | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I just brought my boxer, Lola, home after a week at a friend's house while I was out of town. I ... A: Are there other pets in your home who are not receiving Frontline? Are you sure that you've ... | |
| American Eskimo biting | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female. All and all she is a great dog. However last summer she was abused by ... A: If your think your dog may attack or bite a person, you shouldn't be letting the dog outside ... | |
| adopting a 17mth old doberman | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: My family and I are pet lovers from 7 dogs, 3 cats, to 1 house trained bunny. My friend has a 18mnt ... A: Congratulations on your impending adoption! It's usually best to introduce dogs on neutral ... | |
| I just don't know what to do | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 or 7 year old beagle mix. Hes great! I have had him for just about his whole life. When I ... A: Giving your dog the run of your home, isn't the answer if you can't trust him not to mess in your ... | |
| breastfeeding sick pit think pups maybe sick | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: my pitbull whose appr.55-60 lbs. has 3 week old pups and in the last week she started having ... A: New pups are quite fragile, if they aren't feeding, have diarrhea, and are also act lethargic, it's ... | |
| Pet anxiety and urinating in crate. | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I just recently got a five month old miniature poodle puppy. I'm not sure, but she may have been a ... A: Anytime you adopt a dog, it's a good idea to have it examined by a veterinarian. Your new pup might ... | |
| Natural Supplements | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: My dog is a 12 year old Jack Russell X Collie. I was looking into giving her some natural ... A: It's really quite common for older female dogs to develop urinary tract infections or urinary ... | |
| I just don't know what to do | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 or 7 year old beagle mix. Hes great! I have had him for just about his whole life. When I ... A: You didn't say how long ago you moved to the city, and if this problem has been going on since you ... | |
| age for spaying | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Vets always want you to spay your puppy at 5 or 6 months. I feel like it is too young. They claim ... A: Vets recommend a female be spayed at 5 or 6 months of age because they get the most health benefits ... | |
| shedding and weight | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: My blue pitbull is shedding weird. There are some darker spots on her than her color.She is also ... A: You should have your dog examined by a veterinarian. Weight loss and coat or skin problems can mean ... | |
| Lactating Lab | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8 year old lab and a 4 year old Dachshund. The Dachshund has taken to nursing on the lab, ... A: This certainly is a unique problem. Have you tried "denying access" to your Dachshund by having ... | |
| Pain relief for bone spurs | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a mixed breed dog (10 yr. old) with both arthritis and bone spurs in his foot/ankle joint. ... A: "Bone Spurs" is also called Hypertrophic Arthritis. You can try diet supplements such as ... | |
| Aggressive Rescue Basset | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have had my 5 year old male basset for about 7 months now. Before I had him, he was physically ... A: Do you think your dog acts the way he does towards strangers because he's territorial, or because ... | |
| Rottie is growling and has snapped at are cat | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: So i have a Rottweiler she is 3 1/2 years old and a cat that is about 13 years old, my Rottweiler ... A: You might never know why all of a sudden your dog is going after your cat, if I understand your ... | |
| dog urinating outside | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: we adopted a 10 yr old female lab who is a great dog. She always urinates at the bottom of the ... A: You can try using a dog repellent on your deck steps, or other areas you don't want your dog using. ... | |
| Amount of food daily for 5 yrs old Shihpoo | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I've been feeding my shihpoo about 1/4 cup canned food in the a.m. and about 1/2 cup dry food in ... A: Different brands of food can vary in their nutritional content, so I can't tell you exactly how much ... | |
| my dogs appetite | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: we have had a lab for about 5 yrs and just got a new puppy about 6 months ago,since then our lab has ... A: The arrival of the puppy into your home is a stressful thing to your original dog, that's why he's ... | |
| pregnancy | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a yorkie which is approximately 1 year old. Almost 3 weeks ago she went on heat for the ... A: It sure sounds like your dog is pregnant. There is a pregnancy blood test for dogs. A veterinarian ... | |
| He wont come | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about my Bernese Mountain Dog named Jesse. You see, when I'm walking him, wich we ... A: Until Jesse is reliably trained to come when called, you shouldn't be letting him off the leash. ... | |
| crate rejection | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: We just adopted an 11 month old chocolate lab from an owner who could not give her the attention ... A: It's possible your really wasn't crate trained. If you didn't require your dog to be in her crate ... | |
| Protein and allergies (follow up) | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: This is Rachel again. I started a new post but included the previous messages in case you needed ... A: He looks like a real sweety! You're not asking too many questions, I'm glad to help you out. There ... | |
| 8 year old unspayed akita mix | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I hope this isn't considered a medical question, I'm trying to decide if I need a trip to the vet ... A: You dog might have vaginitis. Since this has been going on for almost a month and it's not getting ... | |
| My Shitzu | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Shitzu and she is due any day. She was my brothers dog and on her last litter of pups. My ... A: Eating the placenta is neither harmful nor abnormal. The placenta provides nourishment, which helps ... | |
| Protein question | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been hearing alot about the importance of the source of protein in dog food. What is ... A: You said your dog had mange when he was younger, was that Demodectic mange? Depending on the ... | |
| Protein question | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been hearing alot about the importance of the source of protein in dog food. What is ... A: Solid Gold is a really good quality dog food. The other exotic Solid Gold flavors (Bison, Ocean ... | |
| chihuahua | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I got a chihuahua puppy as a birthday present. She is not registered and was wondering if I can ... A: As far as I know, to register a puppy with the United Canine Association, first the parent dogs ... | |
| walkies | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: My dog recently got her second inoculation and the vet said wait two weeks to take her out. Its ... A: If your veterinarian has recommended waiting a full two weeks before taking your dog outside, then ... | |
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