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About Kristen Cabe
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Expertise
I can answer training questions, both basic and advanced, and am familiar with almost all of the methods and tools used. I am not closed-minded and do not think that one method and one tool is the best/only way to train. I answer questions with consideration to both the owner`s and the dog`s needs and abilities. I am also very knowledgeable about canine nutrition.

IF YOU HAVE A HOUSETRAINING QUESTION, PLEASE go to my web page on housetraining, located at http://housetraining.angelfire.com. If you try the suggestions there, and are still having problems, let me know.

Experience
I have been training for more than five years, and studying canine nutrition for more than six years. I have taken three online veterinary assistant classes given by the local community college, and received final grades in the high 90's for all three.

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Questions Answered By Expert Kristen Cabe
In Category Dogs

Subject	Date Asked

Housetraining my beagle puppy	8/27/2008
Q: I have a 10 1/2 week old female beagle puppy. She does well with her training, always going poop ... A: Patrick, have you read my suggestions at http://housetraining.angelfire.com yet? You should never ...
Aussie Shephard afraid of noise	8/27/2008
Q: I have a 6yo male nutered Aussie. Our next door neighbors are building a house and the nail gun is ... A: So you would rather 'get rid of the dog' and dump his problems onto someone else to have to deal ...
submissive urination	8/26/2008
Q: I have a male German Shepherd who will be 2 years old in December, and he still does submissive ... A: Linda, thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I think the reason the down command was the most ...
DOG PULLS ME OFF MY FEET!	8/25/2008
Q: I have an 8 month American Pit Bull Terrier who weighs 40kg's. he is the most sweet-natured and ... A: Harnesses are a bad idea for so many reasons, Lee. Stop and think about it; what do sled dogs and ...
breeding pugs	8/25/2008
Q: I have 2 female pugs. One is about 7 months old and the other 5 months old. My friend just got a 7 ... A: Crystal. Pugs should be at >>least<< 18 months old, and additionally, for females, no sooner than ...
Hyper Greeting at Door	8/19/2008
Q: My 8 month old mini-Schnauzer (re-homed with us for 1 month; first owner says she was too ... A: Marcia, she is still a puppy, and you've only had her a month. Whenever you come home, ignore her ...
POMERANIAN LION CUT	8/19/2008
Q: My dog is a Pomeranian, he is 3 yrs old and his diet has been really great up until now. I took my ... A: Sally, there could be several reasons your dog is acting the way he is. They might have nicked him ...
how much to feed a cairn terrier?	8/14/2008
Q: I was wondering how much I should feed him. Usually I feed him about a half a cup for each meal. And ... A: Royal Canin is not on my list of recommended foods. It contains wheat, corn, and other ...
husky stealing food	8/13/2008
Q: we have a husky puppy who is six months, even though she has four meals of quality food a day, she ... A: Tracey, for the most part, this is pretty normal puppy behavior. I don't know when you got her, or ...
training with bells	8/13/2008
Q: My boyfriend and I just adopted welsh corgi/ Australian shepherd mix from SPCA. He's about 4 months ... A: Teach him to 'target' the bells first, away from the door and completely separate from potty-time. ...
Frisbee training	8/13/2008
Q: I AM THINKING ABOUT GETTING A GSD,DO YOU THINK THAT THIS ANIMAL COULD BE TRAINED TO CHASE,AND RETURN ... A: Eddie. You are not too far away from me. I am in the Asheville area of NC. Yes, most German ...
how much to feed a cairn terrier?	8/12/2008
Q: I was wondering how much I should feed him. Usually I feed him about a half a cup for each meal. And ... A: Jeff. What I usually do is go by the size that the puppy will be as an adult. Cairn terriers ...
I'm don't know what my dog is trying to say..	8/12/2008
Q: I have a neutered, 7 year old, mostly inside, dog. I only took him to the dog park twice one time he ... A: Melody, it sounds like your dog either did not receive proper socialization as a puppy, or has had ...
training a puppy mill rescue dog	8/11/2008
Q: We rescued a 4 year old female beagle five weeks ago from a puppy mill. She was obviously very ... A: Lynette, right now, I would not allow her outside off the leash at ALL. You are probably right when ...
My puppy won't eat.	8/11/2008
Q: I just recently adopted an Australian Shepherd/Collie mix. And he will not eat anything. And he only ... A: Andrea, sometimes dogs will go off their food when you first bring them home. It's usually just ...
heat	8/7/2008
Q: When a female dog is in heat and bleeding, does she have cramps and pain, like a human /female does. ... A: I do not think so, June. A human menstrual period is not the same as a bitch's heat. When we have a ...
dominance-aggression in puppy	8/6/2008
Q: Heyas Kristen, I have a big problem with my nearly 5 month old golden retriever pup. I admit that ... A: Oh my goodness! I can't believe you got him so young! That is probably a very big reason for many of ...
My dog has a swollen eye cover	8/5/2008
Q: The other day I noticed that his second eye lid was partially covering his eye and looks swollen. No ... A: Melissa. I'm not sure what you mean by 'second eye lid,' but if it's swollen like you say it is, ...
my dog wont go potty at all !!!!	8/5/2008
Q: today is Tuesday and i adopted my dog on Thursday at about 6:00 pm she is two years old she is very ... A: Some dogs take a little longer to adjust than others. Just take her on short frequent walks and keep ...
Medical History	8/5/2008
Q: I am talking with a breeder (not a puppy mill) about purchasing a black/rust min pin from blue and ... A: I would run, not walk, from this breeder, Amanda. Dobermans, as a breed, are susceptible to many ...
My 7 year old Shitz Shu	8/4/2008
Q: I have just adopted a 7 year old Shitz Shu from a rescue center, my dog is healthy and eats quite ... A: If it is her pads that are red and bloody, then you are walking her too much on asphalt or concrete. ...
dogs barking mad!	7/30/2008
Q: ) My dogs have been with me since puppies they are now 4 and 5 years old, the problem is when they ... A: Well then, if that is the case, then you might consider getting a no bark collar for your female (as ...
My 7 year old Shitz Shu	7/29/2008
Q: I have just adopted a 7 year old Shitz Shu from a rescue center, my dog is healthy and eats quite ... A: To start with, go at a pace that she is comfortable going. Make your walks at least 30min long right ...
dogs barking mad!	7/29/2008
Q: ) My dogs have been with me since puppies they are now 4 and 5 years old, the problem is when they ... A: Leah, are they barking to come back inside, or are they playing and barking at one another? Perhaps ...
Chihuahua	7/29/2008
Q: He's not neutered. I'm am going to start school soon and I'm going to be gone from 8:30 a.m. until ... A: Please read the information on my web page located at http://housetraining.angelfire.com regarding ...
my border collie is pregant!	7/28/2008
Q: heyy.I recently got a border collie dog named daisy. And i think she may be pregnant. my mom does ... A: Christine, I wonder if she may have intestinal worms. You need to take her to the vet to find out ...
hip dislocation	7/26/2008
Q: she has some bad cuts to one leg and problems with her other leg. we were not happy with the ... A: Sam, I would suggest that you speak to the first veterinary office and see if they will consider ...
Owner/dog relationships	7/26/2008
Q: I recently 3 weeks ago, adopted the cutiest Beagle from a divorce situation. I get the fact that ... A: How old is he, Michaela? What kind of crate are you using? Is it the same type and size of crate ...
new dog owner basic questions	7/22/2008
Q: I will be picking up my new family member (dog) Friday from my local Humane society. She is 6 year ... A: When an animal 'balks,' it means they plant their feet and refuse to move. Sorry for the confusion. ...
new dog owner basic questions	7/22/2008
Q: I will be picking up my new family member (dog) Friday from my local Humane society. She is 6 year ... A: Adam, and kudos to you for adopting your new dog from the Humane Society, and especially one that ...
Another Puppy?	7/17/2008
Q: my family and i have a 9 year old female mutt she is neutered and is an indoor dog. To people she ... A: I cannot say, Emily. Dogs are like people in some ways; your dog may be one of those that can only ...
Housetraining Toy Breed	7/17/2008
Q: I have a male, 13 week, 2.5 pound maltipoo that I brought home at 9 weeks. I had him neutered last ... A: Let him drag the leash around when he is in the house, so he gets used to it. Use baby gates and/or ...
Jack Russell Terrior dominating our household	7/16/2008
Q: my husband and I recently acquired my step daughters male JRT 3 years old and female German Shepard ... A: Hope, he is viewing you as a possession, so the first thing you need to do is earn his respect. This ...
Beagle-Food	7/15/2008
Q: I have a 5 and half year old Beagle. The vet has told me that he has food allergies. No matter ... A: Amanda, have you read the information on my page about choosing a food for your dog? If not, I would ...
agression in 4 year old bullmastiff	7/14/2008
Q: We have a 4 year old bullmastif, Sampson who became aggressive with everyone outside our immediate ... A: Tricia, I would love to be able to help, but without seeing him in person, I cannot, in good faith, ...
My dog refuses to go to the bathroom	7/14/2008
Q: My boyfriend and I just adopted our second pug and he's slightly older. Our first pug was 6 months ... A: Just be persistent. He'll learn. If he has no other option than to potty on leash, he will ...
my older dog's behavior/problems	7/11/2008
Q: i hope you can help me. i have a beagle/basset mix, about 12 years old. she has been "fixed"(i ... A: Seth, it could be either of the things you suspect. She could be 'marking' because of the puppy, to ...
Pooping and peeing in the house	7/10/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old Bull dog, which I have had for 6 months now and completely house broke. We have ... A: When did this first begin happening, Niki? Was there a thunderstorm or fireworks or something going ...
Dog aggression	7/10/2008
Q: I resuced a pit bull when he was about 7 or 8 weeks old.. He is now 3 y/o.. He has been fixed.. He ... A: Your dog is not going to start thinking your son is an animal, Kristen. C'mon; give him >>SOME<< ...
My Dogs' Sudden Violent Behavior	7/9/2008
Q: I have 2 male neutered golden retrievers that have been buddies and have stayed together in the same ... A: I cannot explain the behavior without seeing them in person, Shane. It could have been caused by ...
pug pigment and food/water bowls	7/3/2008
Q: I was told to get stainless steel bowls for my pug to reduce the loss of the black color in his ... A: Plastic bowls are not a good choice. Not only does plastic tend to harbor bacteria and absorb ...
dietary deficiency	7/2/2008
Q: my sister in law has been advised by the dog trainer whose class she attends to feed her 2 springer ... A: Actually, Becky, a raw diet is THE best diet to have a dog on, since they are, in fact, carnivores. ...
my dogs pulling habits	7/2/2008
Q: i have a 2 1/2 y/o pit bull boxer mix named Sammy. I adopted him from a human society about a year ... A: Nicole, Sammy clearly does not respect you. I would suggest that you consider enrolling in an ...
stealing food	7/2/2008
Q: our golden retriever,Teddy, is 1 yrs old,neutered , went 2 trainning classes at petsmart, he stays ... A: Karen, kids are unreliable when it comes to this. The best thing to do is to remove the dog from the ...
specific potty training	7/1/2008
Q: I have a 1 yr old shepherd mix that is completely house trained. He hasn't had an accident since he ... A: Try a retractable leash or long line, and gradually shorten it over time, as he is comfortable. The ...
Potty training a Papillon	7/1/2008
Q: .. I know that Papillons are a very difficult breed to potty train. We own a papillon who just ... A: Since your work schedule really doesn't allow for crating her, I would suggest some other form of ...
Schnoodle walking - training	7/1/2008
Q: What is the best approach to take for training our schnoodle pup to walk with us. She is stubborn ... A: Let her drag the leash around the house & yard (supervised) for a while, until she is not worried or ...
Shitzu	6/27/2008
Q: First let me say...I was not raised with animals. I am not an animal person. We bought our two young ... A: Kim, have you read my page on house training? If not, I would encourage you to do so. It is located ...
housebreaking neutered dog	6/26/2008
Q: I have a 4yr old neutered male miniature poodle. He has been housebroke and was doing fine. Lately ... A: How long have you had the female? It may or may not matter, but is she spayed? If you have just ...
Dogs humping my dog all the time at the dog park	6/26/2008
Q: I have an almost 7 month old black lab who has been spayed since she was about 4.5 months (from the ... A: There is really nothing much you can do once the other dog is on top of your dog. You don't know if ...
question on puppy diet	6/24/2008
Q: My puppy has been at the vet for what they deemed a vaccine reaction. Her tummy has very upset and ... A: Oh I'm so sorry for your puppy, Stacy! It's very likely that her rear end is raw from having ...
potty training - signals	6/20/2008
Q: We have a 1-year old miniature dachshund named Whitney. We got her from a Dachshund Rescue about 6 ... A: To get her to start 'telling' you when she needs to go, you are going to have to stop taking her out ...
purchased timid 6 month old puppy	6/18/2008
Q: I purchased a 5lb, 6 month old, bischon/chinese crested, female puppy from a breeder. I went into ... A: You want to interact with her as much as possible, Donna. What a shame that her breeder kept her in ...
postpartum depression	6/18/2008
Q: i read someone else's blog about postpartum and saw that you answered part of it. you said they can ... A: I will admit that I know about as much as you do about postpartum depression in the canine. I do not ...
6 year old chow mix and 11 month old beagle puppy	6/17/2008
Q: My husband has a 6 year old mix (we believe he is Chow and some other mix, but not sure). We ... A: Sonja, the introduction process has to be a gradual one, especially with a dominant breed like a ...
7-year-old rescued poodle who is biting	6/17/2008
Q: We have a wonderful rescue facility here in Kansas City that several weeks ago received as a "drop ... A: Sandy, without seeing him in person, I cannot give accurate advice. I would strongly suggest that ...
9 month old Black Lab, urination	6/17/2008
Q: We just adopted a 9 month old Black Lab, female, spayed. She is a wonderful, mild, well manned dog. ... A: Colleen, the most important thing is that you must NOT scold her or make a big deal of it when she ...
Full Blooded	6/12/2008
Q: Is there a way to find out if my dog is full blooded or not? A: If you do not know who his parents are, then the chances are slim. Where did you get him from? How ...
training	6/12/2008
Q: My 16 week old Maltipoo unneutered male puppy Oliver is refusing to walk, eat, or leave his crate ... A: Marilyn, how long have you had him, and how long has he been acting this way? Is there a reason ...
Male dog	6/11/2008
Q: Theres a female dog across the road, who comes into season about every five months or so. And so Taz ... A: Neutering him would be the best thing, in your situation, Leonie. Not only will it curb his desires ...
I just got a dog that wasn't trained right	6/11/2008
Q: My friend has never had a dog before but she has lots of cats. She trained the pup as a cat more ... A: Please read the information I have compiled at http://housetraining.angelfire.com. You will find the ...
Dominance	6/10/2008
Q: I have a 3 yr old Black lab rottie mix, he is well behaved when he is in the house or on a leash but ... A: Bethany, without seeing how you and your dog interact, I cannot tell you whether dominance plays a ...
Adopted Female Lab cross	6/9/2008
Q: we recently adopted a year old spayed lab/shepherd cross who first of all has grown up sleeping with ... A: The white goo could be an infection or allergies. Allergies would be my guess since you say the ...
dicipline	6/9/2008
Q: My dog has only been with me for 4 months and he is a mess . He's not only a wolf hybrid but he is ... A: JC, you have to remember that wolf hybrids can often retain quite a bit of their wildness, which can ...
Dog barking at night	6/7/2008
Q: I have two 12yr old daschunds - brother/sister same litter. Issie, the girl, is definitely the ... A: I normally do not suggest free-feeding, because it often leads to obese and/or food aggressive dogs, ...
Submissive dog	6/7/2008
Q: I have a 3 year old cocker spaniel. He is neutered. He pees whenever we bend over to pet him, put ... A: An obedience class and exercise should definitely help to build his confidence, as long as the ...
Bladder Issue	6/6/2008
Q: I have a Chinese Crested that is about 1 year old. We've only had him for about 2 months and for ... A: When is he peeing in the crate? Is it while you are at home or away? Do you know how long he's in ...
symptoms after spaying	6/6/2008
Q: Our dog was spayed 10 days ago and soon after that starting humping our other female (and previously ... A: This is a dominance-related issue. It has nothing to do with either dog being spayed. The behavior ...
Puppy seems to be going backwards with housebreaking	6/5/2008
Q: I have an almost 4 mos. old Havanese. We crate him at night (he can go from 10:30pm-7am) and when ... A: I think you have your answer. You said, "We have been carrying him to the 'spot'." You need to walk ...
Puppy seems to be going backwards with housebreaking	6/4/2008
Q: I have an almost 4 mos. old Havanese. We crate him at night (he can go from 10:30pm-7am) and when ... A: Jan, is his potty area >>clean<<? If not, that may be the reason why he doesn't want to 'go' there ...
Whining and crying dog..Help!	6/4/2008
Q: Sam is a 6 yr old adopted male ESS and I have had him for about 4 months. It was love and connect at ... A: ESS = English Springer Spaniel?? Have you tried walking him and letting him pee and poo >>right<< ...
peeing in the crate	6/4/2008
Q: Please help! We have had our 6 month old puppy for 1 1/2 weeks. We work so hard on house training ... A: Kyra, how long are you leaving her in the crate before she pees in it? You need to find out how long ...
nursing problems	5/15/2008
Q: we have a king charles spanel and she had an issue yesterday that she cramped up from lack of ... A: Mike, did you have a vet treat her? Usually, this problem occurs when the bitch has been given too ...
How to get puppy used to wearing a collar???	5/7/2008
Q: We just got a puppy 5 days ago. She is a six weeks old Dachshund/Australian shepherd mix. We're ... A: Melinda, you just have to let her wear it so she can get used to it. That's all. I wish you had ...
worms??? anD nightmares???	5/7/2008
Q: I have a month old pup and shes a female kiwiray is her name and shes an ascal .I'm kind worried ... A: Joanna, I've already told you what I recommend you do - put the puppy back with her mother for ...
dogs	5/6/2008
Q: what dog would you recommend that doesn't shed, likes to swim and gets along with other dogs and a ... A: Peggy, I already told you that ALL dogs shed. There is no such thing as a non-shedding dog. Does ...
New Dog Interacting with Current Pets	5/6/2008
Q: We have two female keeshonds (age 6 and 1.5) who get along fine. This past weekend, we encountered ... A: Don, I would not allow the new dog to interact with your other dogs at all yet. She needs to bond ...
dogs	5/5/2008
Q: what dog would you recommend that doesn't shed, likes to swim and gets along with other dogs and a ... A: Peggy, all dogs shed to a certain degree. Some just shed more than others. A Cocker spaniel/poodle ...
golden retriever/lab mix puppy	5/5/2008
Q: ..yesterday i put a deposit on a golden/retriever/lab mix puppy. it is a female. my husband and i ... A: Emma, all dogs shed to some extent or the other. If you keep your dog brushed, the shedding will be ...
Playmates	5/5/2008
Q: I don't know too much about this but, can you have a female Shih Tzu and a male Terrier together as ... A: Lee, if you have the male dog neutered and the female dog spayed, there is absolutely no problem in ...
Two new puppies	5/4/2008
Q: We adopted a puppy a month ago and his training is going very well. We decided to get a new puppy ... A: Kris, I cannot give you advice on this because I cannot see exactly what is taking place. I would ...
dog not eating much and sleeps alot	5/4/2008
Q: My 10 month brittany seems to be off her food some and rests alot more in the last day or so. I took ... A: Mary, when did you apply the Frontline, and which one did you use (what color was on the box)? Some ...
Housebreaking	5/4/2008
Q: We just purchased a 10 month old Sheltie puppy and are having some problems with housebreaking. She ... A: Ashleigh, please take a look at the following page that I have put together about house training: ...
dog toilet training	5/3/2008
Q: I have a 1 year old Staffy Cross pup. She is fed left overs with supper coat dry dog food. She keeps ... A: Darnell, first, I would suggest that you read the information at http://housetraining.angelfire.com ...
my dogs behaviour on walks	5/2/2008
Q: My dog is almost 2 years old,male yellow lab. I have tried every possible walking device. gentle ... A: I have a few questions for you before I can give advice. When you walk him, Danielle, are you ...
help with my dog please	5/2/2008
Q: My male dog wont stop spraying? he is a male chihuahua, he is 4 years old, his diet is purina inside ... A: Zara. I'm sorry you are having problems with your dog marking all over your house (cats spray; dogs ...
Dogs attacking puppy	5/1/2008
Q: We recently got a new puppy, she is a dobe and we have had her for over a week now. She is about 9 ... A: Erika, I cannot say what is causing your dogs to behave this way, or what is going on without ...
dog urine traning	4/29/2008
Q: i have a 4 month old male dog of lasa apso breed, i have tried several things to tach him where to ... A: Rahul, please read my page about house training, which is at http://housetraining.angelfire.com If ...
fur loss	4/29/2008
Q: hi i have gust rescued a lurcher type breed and it has a severe loss of fur can you help thanks A: Diane, of course I cannot tell you what is wrong with the dog just based on this 'description' of ...
dog gestation period	4/28/2008
Q: I think my dog is pregnant and is now the fifth week, there is some slightly reddish transparent ... A: qc, you said your vet does not have any 'apparatus' to check for pregnancy?! At 5 weeks along, it's ...
Dog licking	4/25/2008
Q: We have a 7 yr old Dachsund, and he is "obsessed" with licking everyone, but primarily on their ... A: Generally, Danny, when a dog tries to lick you on the chin/mouth, it is a sign of submission - he is ...
Jack russell training	4/25/2008
Q: Recently in the last 2 weeks he has started pissing all over the place it seems that all that ge has ... A: Candelle, is he squatting and peeing in the house, or is he cocking his leg? If he's cocking his ...
behavior when she sees people	4/24/2008
Q: I hope you can give some insight. I have a 1 yr old pit-chesap mix, she is spayed,dew claws ... A: Cathy. The problem with your dog is that she has never had her obedience training proofed around ...
Scared Pitbull	4/24/2008
Q: Kristen, I have a 5-year old pitbull mix named Casper. He eats Beneful in appropriate amounts (1/2 ... A: Jessica, you are on the right track, by attempting to expose him to what he is fearful of, but the ...
nightime soiling	4/23/2008
Q: Our German Shepherd,Dakota Wolf, is almost 9. We have had her over 6 years. She is spayed, spends ... A: When do you feed her in the evenings, and do you allow her free access to water all the time? It ...
dog food	4/23/2008
Q: is it bad if my dog doesnt eat dog food but loves to eat human food? A: Well, Diomarys, it depends on what your definition of 'human food' is. ;^) If your dog is only ...
joint pain relief for dog	4/23/2008
Q: I have a 9-yr. old female German Shepherd(Hannah), spayed, feed her 2 cups of Iams daily. She is ... A: Terri. I would not recommend giving Osteo Bi-Flex to your dog, because it contains several ...
GROWLING AND NIPPING	4/22/2008
Q: Pet: CHLOE i just got a new puppy who is female and she is now 7 weeks old i have had her a ... A: Oh my, Kris. At just 7 weeks of age, your puppy should not be exhibiting such dominant, possessive & ...
dog chewing holes in walls	4/21/2008
Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old Rat Terrier. She is a sweet dog, except for the issue of her chewing holes ... A: Kim, it's difficult to say whether your dog is being destructive because of anxiety, or simply ...
Dog Time	4/20/2008
Q: I have a question concerning the time I'll soon be spending with dog. On Monday, Tuesday and ... A: Wayne. Dogs are very adaptable, and will adjust to your routine fairly easily. My dogs stay alone at ...
spraying	4/20/2008
Q: I have a 4 year old yellow lab. He is purebred and came from a reputable breeder. Both mother and ... A: Sam, there really is no need to leave him intact, regardless of the problem you are having with him. ...
My husband and Daughter are allergic to the dog...	4/18/2008
Q: Cassius, who is just a great silly dog. the last seven months we realized that my husband and ... A: Tamika, you really need to find out exactly >>what<< your husband and daughter are allergic to. Is ...
maltese	3/6/2008
Q: i have a two year old maltese that is humping the kids toys and gets that excited he pees on them, ... A: Well, Angela, the first order of business would be to have him neutered if he is not already. Unless ...
NEUTERED Male Mix Barks Like Mad	3/4/2008
Q: My friend has a mixed Bull Terrier about 18 months old spayed. He is calm most of the time lying at ... A: Joan, female dogs are spayed and male dogs are neutered. ;^) At just 18 months, this dog is ...
15 week old puppy with demodectic mange	2/29/2008
Q: What kind of vitiams can you use to cure this kind of mange? Please e-mail back asap thanks... ... A: Holly, any vitamins that help boost the immune system are good, since demodectic mange is caused by ...
Aggrasive Yorkie	2/28/2008
Q: My dog is pure breed Yorkshire terrier, he is the most friendly dog he loves to play but recently he ... A: Reem. First, let me tell you that neutering and vaccinating do not have any effect on a dog's ...
My big dog wants to eat my little dog	2/28/2008
Q: I just rescued a small male (not neutered) eight month old mixed puppy and brought him home. I have ... A: Sherry, because of the seriousness of this situation (the Rottie could quickly and easily injure or ...
Regression with Potty Training	2/27/2008
Q: I have a 6 month old female Cockapoo who was 99% potty trained. 1 week ago she was spayed. Now she ... A: Heidi, either a dog is potty trained or is not. Saying a dog is 99% potty trained is like saying you ...
German Shepherd Puppy	2/26/2008
Q: We just brought a 2 month old German Shepherd baby girl into our home and I'm so afraid of doing the ... A: Brook, there is nothing wrong with letting her have the run of the porch, but you need to give her a ...
6 month old rescue eliminating in crate	2/26/2008
Q: My name is Jessica and I came across your help section through a Google search. I am in desperate ... A: Jessica, first I want to thank you for giving me so much GOOD information. That helps me out ...
peekapoo puppy and older poodle	2/25/2008
Q: We have a 4 month peekapoo female , and 10 year old male miniature poodle... they are both about ... A: Sounds like your puppy doesn't have very good socialization skills, and could have a dominant ...
Resident dog and New Puppy	2/25/2008
Q: I have a 4 year old shepherd mix male and have brought home a 9 week old miniature poodle puppy. ... A: Carol, it's not uncommon for an older adult dog to not really LOVE playing with a young puppy. I ...
Bottlefeeding	2/24/2008
Q: I purchased a puppy yesterday from an individual. I took it to my vet immediately to make sure it ... A: I hope to goodness you have reported the person you got the puppy from to the authorities. It is ...
Golden Retriever sick	2/24/2008
Q: I have a golden retriever who is about 6-7 years old, he was a rescue dog so we are not sure of his ... A: Kim, what did the vet say was the matter? Did they run any kind of tests? I am unsure why they would ...
none	2/23/2008
Q: my sister has 2 dogs one nutered the other in season, her husband told her that the dogs mated and ... A: Joanne, just because the male dog was neutered doesn't mean he still can't 'perform.' It's entirely ...
female male fighting	2/22/2008
Q: I have a 5 yr old male english bull and a 3 year old pit/lab mix female. I have had these babies ... A: Debra, because of the seriousness of your situation I am not comfortable giving you advice. Without ...
puppy boxer	2/21/2008
Q: how old is the earliest to have her spayed......she is 11 weeks now, still working on potty trainng ... A: Lucille, you could have her spayed now if you wanted to. If you wait, I would recommend that you not ...
9 month old Bulldog that isnt geeting potty trained	2/21/2008
Q: I hope this works and I am willing to try anything. I bought a english bulldog from a breeder 3 ... A: "We figure maybe since we got her as an older puppy she spent her early years peeing in a crate with ...
Training Problem	2/21/2008
Q: I have a 7 month old Lab. She is leash broke. Heels at ease and sits on command on leash. She ... A: Bill, there is no need to use a 'shock collar' for this problem. She's only 7 months old - still ...
Finding a perfect dog	2/20/2008
Q: First of all, thank you so much for helping me. I had been looking for a perfect dog for our family ... A: Cindy, any dog you get is going to have to be walked and exercised and trained, all of which can ...
Training	2/19/2008
Q: I have two dogs one is a 7-year old lab mix and the other is a 10 month old Rottweiler. I am ... A: Michelle, working one-on-one with a trainer, either at your house or at a facility, is going to be ...
shitzu chin puppy potty problem, not listed on your site	2/19/2008
Q: I have a nine week old shitzu-chin, she has been excellent about going to the bathroom outside, we ... A: Leah. When you say she pees on the bed, I'm going to assume you mean HER bed. This behavior could be ...
Dog urinating- lifting his leg	2/18/2008
Q: We have an Australian Shepard that is a little over a year old. He is fully house broken, so that's ... A: There is nothing you can do, Jessica. He may eventually start lifting his leg and he may not. You ...
Is my dog Pregnant?	2/18/2008
Q: My dog was on heat about 2 weeks ago so we kept her in the house most of the time because we did not ... A: was she around any intact male dogs during the month that she was in heat? If she was, then there is ...
aggression	2/11/2008
Q: I have a female boxer/mastiff dog. She is 1 1/2 years old.Not spayed.Indoor dog.I have 3 children ... A: Irene, in the house, you can teach her a 'place' command, where she is to go whenever she hears the ...
fear aggression in the house	2/10/2008
Q: We have a 1 1/2 year old lab/pit mix rescue that we got when she was 6 months old. When we got her ... A: Visitors to your home should completely ignore your dog. No looking at, talking to, or trying to ...
Housetrained dog- peeing/pooping in house, hard to walk	2/9/2008
Q: I'm a student living off campus at a two story house with five roommates. My roommate Steve adopted ... A: Christie. First I think it's a shame that your roommate is so irresponsible with his dog, and you ...
House training	2/9/2008
Q: I have a 7 1/2 month 1st generation male cockapoo who was neutered at 6 mos. He's crate trained and ... A: Amy, please take a look at my house training web page at http://housetraining.angelfire.com, and ...
housebreaking	2/9/2008
Q: I have a 14 week old male yorkie that I got two weeks ago. We have been crate & potty training since ... A: It sounds like he's become accustomed to soiling his sleeping area, Amy. First, please take a look ...
Unique Housebreaking Issue	2/8/2008
Q: ..I got my dog Dlyan (he's an affenpischer) when he was 9 months old, he's now 11 months. I work ... A: Having him neutered will keep him from wanting to 'mark' everywhere, Tara, but it will not stop the ...
heartguard	2/8/2008
Q: my dog was given heartguard when she was 2 weeks pregnant. Is it safe? A: Yes. Taken directly from the Merial website, "HEARTGARD Chewables have a wide margin of safety for ...
Jumping the Fence	2/8/2008
Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old black lab that jumps the fence. He is not neutered and is mostly an outside ... A: Ethan, the first thing I'd suggest would be to have him neutered. That will reduce his drive to ...
New dog	2/7/2008
Q: I just recently (less than a week ago) adopted a 2 yr old female English Bulldog, she will be 3 in ... A: Melinda, some dogs are more vocal than others when they play. Without observing them first-hand, I ...
Barking	2/7/2008
Q: I have a 1yr 2month old papllion. We have had him for 4 months he has been crate trained by the ... A: Brenda, what kind of bark collar are you using? If it's not working, perhaps you need to try a ...
Recent agression of one dog to another	2/6/2008
Q: I have 2 dogs, both spayed females around 2-3 years old. One is a Cane Corso the other is a Husky ... A: PLEASE have the Husky thoroughly evaluated by a vet, Patrick. It could be that there is something ...
Agressive bahaviour	2/6/2008
Q: I breed and show English Cockers, i currently have 1 male and 2 females, the problem is the entire ... A: It does sound like pack/possessive behavior, Lisa. I would recommend that you find a local trainer ...
Misbehavin' Maltapoo	2/6/2008
Q: Just in reading a couple of your other answers I can see at least one mistake I am making. My 15 ... A: I would keep him on a 'drag leash' and use the leash to correct him at the moment he opens his mouth ...
Multiple Dog Family	2/5/2008
Q: We already have 3 dogs and I want one more! But i'm not sure what age/gender would be the best fit. ... A: Michelle, the first thing you need to stop and think about is whether you have the time and money ...
MY Chihuahua mix	2/5/2008
Q: I have this Chihuahua mix, i have had him since he was 3 months old, He was castrated at that age ... A: The squatting and pooping thing, as I already mentioned, is something that many dogs do, and I don't ...
MY Chihuahua mix	2/4/2008
Q: I have this Chihuahua mix, i have had him since he was 3 months old, He was castrated at that age ... A: Jennifer, have you spoken to the vet about his problem? Dripping as he walks is not normal, and ...
dogs eating mulch	1/31/2008
Q: We have three dogs, 2 Newfoundlands and a bichon mix. Last spring we moved into a new house with a ... A: Eating mulch can be dangerous. A piece could puncture their esphagus or digestive tract, cause a ...
bought 2 new puppies/is it a mistake	1/31/2008
Q: We just bought 2 new female basset pups on 1-20, they were born 12-05-07. We've just had them 10 ... A: "They seem to play/fight instead of playing or bonding with us." Ruth, that is precisely why it's ...
odd behavior	1/30/2008
Q: our dog is a 4 year old chow/corgie mix who has been 'fixed'. He is walked outside but othewise ... A: Kim, cophragia is very common, and is not really harmful, but IS pretty unsanitary, especially if ...
SEPARATION ANXIETY! LAST CHANCE!	1/30/2008
Q: Please help. My dog Luna is a pit bull whippet mix and is the love of my life. She's a rescue dog ... A: You didn't say when you go to work, but I would stop feeding her in the mornings, and feed her when ...
Bad Behavior in Car	1/29/2008
Q: My dog wants to go with me or my husband in automobile, however, he is sooo bad. He tries to climb ... A: Carol, this IS serious. I have a very strict rule about dogs in my vehicles. They MUST remain in the ...
Puppy Food	1/28/2008
Q: I just switched my 1/2 Shih Tzu 1/2 Bichon from Nutro Ultra puppy food to Innova Evo small bites ... A: Christy, how old is your puppy? Unless he's very young, you can probably start feeding him twice a ...
Shih Pooh	1/28/2008
Q: My 19 month old Shih Pooh is sneezing and licking her nose. She also when she gets excited she ... A: She probably has a cold. How long ago did you have her at the vet's? Did you specifically ask about ...
Potty Training	1/28/2008
Q: I got a 4 month old Boston Terrier yesterday and he is a very sweet pup. The person who had hime ... A: If he's already using the potty pads, there is nothing wrong with continuing to use them for however ...
Sick Boxer	1/27/2008
Q: We have a one a half year old male boxer. He was given to us, we have had him for almost three ... A: Tammy, if you suspect he has eaten something he shouldn't have, such as chocolate, he needs to be ...
barking dog at sitters	1/27/2008
Q: My daughter stays at sitters that have a great dane. I have been taking her there for weeks, and ... A: Jessica, your SISTER needs to take control of the dog and the situation. The dog should be leashed ...
escape artist	1/26/2008
Q: my dog is trying to dig under the fence,will lining the base inside with gravel stop her? A: Probably not, if that's >>all<< you do. Dogs can dig through gravel just as easily as dirt. You can ...
animal psychology	1/26/2008
Q: this is not a everyday question so if I'm wasting your time please forgive me but I'll give it a try ... A: Tony, I would imagine that most animals DO dream. All mammals dream, and birds also have periods of ...
mini schnauzer	1/25/2008
Q: I have a 4 month old mini schnauzer who's been with me for almost 2 months now. My biggest problem ... A: Mart, spanking is never an appropriate way to discipline a dog. He needs to be taught some manners. ...
Is cat food dangerous for my dog	1/25/2008
Q: My neighbor told me that cat food is dangerous for my dog, I usually let my dog finish my cats bowl ... A: Judy, cat food is not 'dangerous' for your dog, but it >>can<< cause stomach upset and/or soft ...
Need help soon.	1/24/2008
Q: I have 8 Pit bulls, my female is 5 and I have 2 males that are around 1 also I have 5 puppies that ... A: Jolien, pit bulls are instinctively aggressive towards other dogs and often other animals as well. ...
Dogs	1/24/2008
Q: Our family dog has just died (Labrador retriever) and we are going to get another. We are looking ... A: Hunter, forgive me for taking so long. I replied to this yesterday, but I guess it did not go ...
Hip Replacement	1/23/2008
Q: My husband and I live in TN. We have three children (our dogs! I am trying to locate an ... A: Ashley, I'm sorry, but I don't think I can be of much help, other than giving you a link that might ...
pregnant miniature schanuzer, beatrice	1/23/2008
Q: she is 3 this month and mated on jan 8th, very healthy, lives in and out, we have 5 acres, she loves ... A: Jayne, many bitches become finicky eaters during pregnancy. The reason is because most dog foods are ...
humping and nursing	1/22/2008
Q: My 4 month old female bulldog has been nursing since i received her at 8 weeks and within the last ... A: Denise, I guess my question to you is why is your dog nursing, at 4 months old, or even when she was ...
house train bearded collie mix	1/21/2008
Q: I have a beared collie mix shes 7 months old and still has problems going outside. she'll go in the ... A: Amanda, are you standing over her while you're leashing her up? It could be that you are ...
marking in house	1/21/2008
Q: I have a 5 month old puggle. I've had him for about a month. I also have a 2 year old pug. The ... A: Jen, sometimes dogs can become incontinent for a short while after being spayed or neutered. ...
my two Pekingese	1/21/2008
Q: I have two Pekingese males. One is 5 years old and the other is one year old. I am having a problem ... A: Sharon, you need to step it up and start really correcting the younger dog for attacking the older ...
Old Poodle with baby	1/20/2008
Q: I have a 10 year old male (neutered) toy poodle who has been my baby since he was born. Until ... A: Jeani, it could be due to his age (he may be developing dementia), or he could feel like his place ...
Very hyperactive chihuahua	1/19/2008
Q: I have a 2 year old chihuahua, Petey. He is neutered, and a big guy at 8 pounds. He is a rescue and ... A: Exercise, exercise, exercise, Rose. Your dog isn't getting enough exercise, so he has no outlet for ...
Drinking Water	1/18/2008
Q: My wife and I recently added a third dog to the house. We alreay had an 11 and 6 year old French ... A: Getting another bowl was going to be my next suggestion, if using one of the bowls that came with ...
eating habits	1/18/2008
Q: a female staffie cros who was a year old yesterday, and a male chihuahua who is 8 months old. My ... A: Emma, stop offering them anything BUT their dog food, if that's what you want the to be eating. No ...
German Shorthaired puppy is Hungry	1/17/2008
Q: We feed our puppies human food which consists of Baked chicken, mixed veggies and cheese. We feed ... A: Some dogs will always act hungry, no matter HOW much food they are fed. However, I do not think you ...
my doxie sucks	1/16/2008
Q: I have a four year old male doxy and he sucks his sister's ears. Her ears have NO hair on them and ... A: You can use anything that will stay on, to wrap his ears with. Vetrap would work well, too. Just ...
House Training a Rescue Dog	1/15/2008
Q: My wife and I adopted a little mix breed dog last week. She is approximately 3 months old. We have ... A: James, take a look at my house training page, which is located at ...
Pink Raw Rash On My Dogs Nose	1/15/2008
Q: I have a a American White Shepard/Yellow Lab Mix, he was born very white and with a pink nose, ... A: You did not say how old he is, Maria, but it could be a number of things, from an allergic reaction, ...
BAD BEHAVIOR	1/14/2008
Q: OUR LITTLE DOG IS MIX SHIT-ZU AND RUSSELL TERRIER. SHE IS VERY AGGRESSIVE, WITH OUR CAT AND OTHER ... A: Doris, I am hesitant to give advice when it comes to aggression problems, because without being ...
6yold Shihtzu is afraid of other dogs	1/14/2008
Q: My 6yr old female Shihtzu is not happy with our new male Shihtzu 9wk old puppy. Up until last year ... A: They should eventually be fine together. Just give it time. Once the puppy has had his shots, you ...
nutrition/pain reliever questions	1/13/2008
Q: my dog's (walter) information: breed: basset hound age: 3 years weight: 43-48 pounds -inside ... A: I wouldn't give him any pain relievers if he is not showing any other signs of pain other than ...
aggressive dog	1/13/2008
Q: I have an aggressive dog when he is around other dogs. He is a pit bull. Beautiful dog. ... A: Maxine, you should be aware that pit bulls have been bred for their aggressiveness towards dogs and ...
two springers and two babies on the way	1/12/2008
Q: Kristen; I currently own two english springer spaniels the oldest is 3, fixed, and mostly an inside ... A: How do the dogs behave around your current children, and other people's children, Wesley? If they ...
Crate issue	1/12/2008
Q: 15 month Eng Springer Spaniel, inside dog who has been spayed suddenly is not happy going into her ... A: What kind of crate are you using? Could she have perhaps hurt herself somehow while in there? If ...
puppy biting	1/12/2008
Q: its only play biting but it still hurts, have you got ant tips how to get him to stop? many thanks ... A: Clare, one method that I've found works for just about every dog is to correct the biting by ...
Chihuahua	1/11/2008
Q: My chihuahua Coco recently finished her first menstrual (about a week and a half ago) and her ... A: Marcela, it is normal for the mammary glands to swell a bit when a dog is in heat. When you say 'she ...
"Un-housetraining" older dog	1/11/2008
Q: My 14 1/2 year old mixed breed dog has kidney failure and urinates frequently. She has been ... A: At her age, this might be more difficult than if she were a younger dog, but it's worth a shot. I'd ...
My Dog...	1/11/2008
Q: i have an akita-chow mix. and he is about 3-4 years old. and we had another dog along with this ... A: It can take a long as 6 months for the hormone levels to drop down to 'inactive' levels after a ...
bouvier behaviour	1/10/2008
Q: We have an eleven month old female Bouvier puppy that we have owned since she was 15 weeks old. ... A: Unless she is showing guarding behaviors towards people while out in public, I wouldn't worry too ...
My dog is whining at dogs but not all dogs?	1/9/2008
Q: I have 2 English Springer Spaniels, the eldest is 3 years old, in the past year my eldest has ... A: James, is your dog whining because he wants to play with the other dog (since you say he only does ...
training	1/9/2008
Q: We adopted our sheltie at the shelter. She had been retruned to the shelter twice. She is very ... A: Gail, the key is consistency. what do you DO when she refuses to drop her ball on command? You need ...
Aggressive Chiuahua mix	1/9/2008
Q: Well I have a bit of a problem. My small chiuahua bit my little brother because my little brother ... A: Ana, in my opinion, and you can take it for what it's worth, the dog was provoked into biting your ...
How are boxers in heat?	1/7/2008
Q: How long are boxers in Heat? A: Jerri, Boxers, like most every other breed, are in heat anywhere from 4-6 weeks, depending on the ...
What type of dog	1/7/2008
Q: I live in Atlanta, GA and have a english springer spaniel. He lives in a fenced in backyard and has ... A: Zimmy, I cannot tell you a specific breed of dog that will get along with your current dog. Every ...
Grooming	1/7/2008
Q: I have a Golden Retriever (runt we believe) who is gets heat rash. She has long thick fur and living ... A: Shan, I need to ask you a few questions before I can address your problem. 1. Who has diagnosed ...
itching & sardines	1/6/2008
Q: We have an approximately two year old poodle, 9 lbs but 1/2" too tall to be a toy or so I am told. ... A: Your mention that you were feeding her cat food when you first got her, and then saying that the ...
dogs in heat	1/6/2008
Q: I have a yorkie and I think she might be in heat but she is not bleeding? So my ? is how long is a ... A: Janella, a female dog's heat cycle lasts about a month, from the first signs (swelling of the vulva ...
pet weight	1/5/2008
Q: I have a 10 week old female 1/2 chi and 1/2 poodle approximately how much will she weigh when full ... A: Daniel, according to the breed standards, a chihuahua should weigh no more than 6 pounds, and a toy ...
Mini Poodle Marking inside the house	1/5/2008
Q: I have a 5 year old mini poodle that is totally toilet trained. However, he is marking all around ... A: Is he, and your other male dogs, neutered, Jo? If not, that would be the first thing I would ...
Our 7 month old Bernese cries at night	1/4/2008
Q: We have a 7 month old Berner that we got from the breeder 2 months ago. Two weeks ago she has began ... A: J.J. I know you don't want to hear this, but you're just going to have to ignore the crying, no ...
Switching to a new dog house	1/4/2008
Q: I have a 4 yr. old Terrier/Springer Span. Mix. By the time he was 2 he had chewed up his dog house ... A: The igloo type houses are nice. I like them, too. It >>is<< a bit strange that your older dog ...
good weight for labs	1/4/2008
Q: I have a black lab who is 1 1/2 years old. She weighs 88.6 lbs. She doesn't eat alot. She gets 1 ... A: Kim, 88 pounds >>is<< a bit heavy for a Lab, depending on her bloodline, but I cannot tell you ...
blisters around mouth my dog	1/3/2008
Q: what can that be A: Geo, I have no idea. You did not provide enough information for me to go on, and without seeing your ...
Peeing in Crate at 1 years old	1/3/2008
Q: I have a question about our 1 year old English Springer Spaniel. His name is Dallas and he was 1 ... A: Hmmmmm, it could be related to age (perhaps he's marking?), or he may be getting a bladder or ...
itching & sardines	1/3/2008
Q: We have an approximately two year old poodle, 9 lbs but 1/2" too tall to be a toy or so I am told. ... A: Nancy, I'm glad my suggestions re: using a leash during house training were helpful to you! That's ...
Fearful puppy	12/31/2007
Q: Yesterday we brought a 20 week old cockerpoo home. He had apparently been caged for the 1st 3 months ... A: You are going to really have to work with him, Kevin, because of the fact that he was so ...
Fearful puppy	12/31/2007
Q: Yesterday we brought a 20 week old cockerpoo home. He had apparently been caged for the 1st 3 months ... A: Your puppy is exhibiting the classic signs of under socialization, Kevin. It sounds like he has had ...
food	12/30/2007
Q: i just got a puppy shes almost 6 weeks old she has also been bottle feed since she was 2 weeks old ... A: Lindsay, was she orphaned? Does she have any siblings? If so, she really ought to stay with them ...
house training	12/30/2007
Q: My puppy does not like to go outside, he doesn't like the grass I guess and wants to make a run to ... A: Deborah, you will just have to keep at it. He should pick up on what he's supposed to be doing soon. ...
dog...meet cat	12/29/2007
Q: I have a five yr. old cat, Maxi, who was found and raised by my 9 yr. old large shepherd. It was ... A: Caryle, it probably just needs a little more time. It sounds like you're doing everything 'right,' ...
Problems with puppy after leaving/playing with her.	12/28/2007
Q: In regards to your reply, below are the answers to your questions. Please help, because I feel that ... A: Elrica, have you read the house training page? I think the answers to your problem are pretty much ...
fearful puppy	12/28/2007
Q: I am a dog trainer, but I am struggling with a student of mine. He is a 5 month old Yorkie pup. He ... A: Oh dear, Melissa. I fear you are probably right. This pup probably did come from a puppymill, or at ...
Over-protective of crate	12/28/2007
Q: I started crate training my chihuahua about 3 months ago, he just recently turned 2 years old. He ... A: Put him on a leash, with a training collar, and tell him to sit before you even reach for the crate ...
potty training a 9 week puppy	12/27/2007
Q: Both my husband and I work full time. We have a 9 week old retriever/lab mix and she seems to pee ... A: Michelle. It is okay to take her out in your yard as long as other dogs do not have access to it. ...
puppie wont sleep alone	12/27/2007
Q: Ihave a nine week old Newfoundland puppie , during the day he is a good as gold but when it comes to ... A: Glenn, you are right; he's still a baby, and he just needs some time to settle in to his new life. ...
finding a business partner	12/26/2007
Q: I am looking to start some type of animal care business in the boston, ma area and need a business ... A: Well this is a first-time question, Pam! laugh The only thing I know to tell you to do is to ...
5 week old american bulldog mix	12/26/2007
Q: We brought home a new puppy. Just a baby. Only 5 weeks old. I am worried that she will not learn ... A: Stephanie, your dog will not 'act like a human' because of being separated from her littermates too ...
aging dog vs. younger dog	12/26/2007
Q: I HAVE 2 ENGLISH BULLS. MAX-MALE NUETERED 14 YRS OLD HAD SINCE HE WAS 8 MOS. ZELDA- FEMALE SPAYED 4 ... A: The first thing I'd do would be to take Max to the vet. It could be that he may have something ...
Problems with puppy after leaving/playing with her.	12/19/2007
Q: I am really concerned with how my 6 months old Schnauzer is behaving when I ignore her or leave her ... A: Elrica, shame on you for slapping your puppy. You're absolutely right that it doesn't work. She has ...
housetraining a new puppy	12/18/2007
Q: I understand that a puppy needs to be taken out every x number of hours according to its age. What ... A: MOST puppies can go through the night without needing to be taken out (as long as they are taken out ...
My dog has start to pee in the house.	12/18/2007
Q: My dog (silky/chihuahua cross) is nearly 16 years old and has started to wee in the house even ... A: I'm guessing this is due to her age, Andrea. Where is she 'going' at? Is she leaving her sleeping ...
pup eats everything	12/17/2007
Q: how can i stop my 9 month old min pin from eating EVERYTHING...dirt, geraniums, gloves, shoes, ... A: Gail, the short answer would be to keep things (gloves, shoes, paper, plastic, etc.) up out of his ...
Lhaso Apspo aggressive to strangers	12/17/2007
Q: I have an 14 month old Lhaso called Jagger (my wife and I are Rolling Stone's fans). He's our baby ... A: Mick (seriously? Considering you are a Stones fan? hee hee!), I believe that, since you are ...
a scary 6 month old min pin	12/16/2007
Q: I just purchased a 6 month old min pin from a breeder a week ago was told that she was the runt of ... A: She should, as long as you continue to take her out and about and spend time with her. You should ...
my 3 year female old pom	12/15/2007
Q: My pom had puppies 2 weeks ago and now she want eat. what can i give her until she sees the vet for ... A: Judy, you need to call your vet and talk to him/her, because of her recent health issues regarding ...
growling	12/15/2007
Q: I have a three year old cocker spaniel male.He is not desexed. Every time mums friends come over he ... A: How often do your mum's friends come over? Does he do this towards everyone he doesn't know, or just ...
Training an Older Dog	12/14/2007
Q: We have a 4 year old American Cocker Spaniel(female) that joined our family in early September this ... A: Is she spayed? If so, when was the procedure done? Often, just like in human females, when a dog is ...
Catahoula Puppy	12/14/2007
Q: our catahoula is 3 months old. he peed in our house about 5 times max during his first month and ... A: Jaclyn, could it be that he is sensing that something is about to change and it's making him ...
Dog growling at my four y.o. child	12/14/2007
Q: I read your advise on dog growling at youngest child which is helpful, however, my situation for ... A: Hmmmm. That is a little strange. I was under the impression that she was growling at him when he ...
Dog behavior change	12/13/2007
Q: Our family dog, Kato, has been with us for nearly 14 years. He has had dental surgery and arthritis ... A: Sharon, has anything about your daily routine changed, aside from the actual move itself? It's not ...
Dog growling at my four y.o. child	12/13/2007
Q: I read your advise on dog growling at youngest child which is helpful, however, my situation for ... A: What a predicament you're in, Shirley. Since the dog seems to be somewhat afraid of him, and doesn't ...
Boxer Puppy	12/13/2007
Q: How old should my Boxer puppy be before i take her away from her mom and feed her wet dog food? A: Puppies are generally weaned between 3 and 6 weeks of age, but they should stay with their ...
major housebreaking regression	12/12/2007
Q: i recently (2.5 months ago) rescued a now 16 month-old wheaten terrier named seamus. for the first ... A: Do you think he could be marking, Penney? He >>is<< at about the right age for that to be kicking ...
Potty Problems	12/12/2007
Q: I have a potty training problem with my adult dog. My cocker spaniel is 7 years old and was potty ... A: It actually sounds like the dog has developed a bit of separation anxiety since going to live with ...
2 dogs	12/11/2007
Q: will a Yorkiepoo and a Chihuahua get along!!! i have had my Chihuahua for a year and im getting my ... A: I cannot tell you how a dog that you do not have yet, nor have even seen, is going to behave, ...
my lab's chewing problem	12/10/2007
Q: I have a 1 1/2 yr. old black lab. She likes to chew most everything. However, she doesn't chew any ... A: Tera. You're right when you say she's probably bored while you're away. Have you tried Nylabones? If ...
behavior of my saint bernard	12/9/2007
Q: i have a one year old saint and she is very playful agressive toards people. everytime someone walks ... A: Keep up with the training. It sounds as if your dog does not respect you as the leader, so you ...
The sit command for an Older Dog	12/8/2007
Q: I have had a number of other dogs that I have given basic training to with no problem. Daisy is a ... A: Does she sit on her own at other times? Try giving the command when you see her start to sit on her ...
potty training	12/8/2007
Q: I have an English Bulldog Puppy that is about 5 months old. He eats about 4 cups of puppy food a ... A: If you think he's doing it in his sleep, then he >>could<< have a urinary tract or bladder ...
Adult potty training	12/8/2007
Q: I have an adult dog that will refuse to go out side on the dirt(no grass) and as soon as we come in ... A: Well, if she jumps out of an x-pen and over a baby gate (they make tall ones, by the way), then I ...
Urinary Issues	12/7/2007
Q: He had "bladder crystals" at 3 1/2 months old and was peeing blood for about three days. Had ... A: Jeannie, just going off of what you've told me here, it's difficult to say whether the problem was ...
Adult potty training	12/7/2007
Q: I have an adult dog that will refuse to go out side on the dirt(no grass) and as soon as we come in ... A: You are right that you should not yell or rub her face in it if your dog potties in the house. Good ...
House Training	12/6/2007
Q: Kristen i have a 6 year old Maltese Shit-zu. She is spoilt and does sleep with me. My problem is ... A: Sharon, as I mentioned on my profile page, I'm no longer answering general house training questions ...
I don't want to give up on this dog.	12/6/2007
Q: I hope you may be able to shed some light or perhaps advise on this issue. I'm afraid that I may ... A: Any dog that willfully and freely attacks his owners/family members is a dog that does not respect ...
dog	12/6/2007
Q: i just got a dog from a rescue center and have had him for 3 weeks he does not eat out of the bowls ... A: Bec, he will eventually eat when he gets hungry enough. You need to stop fussing over him at ...
Help! My dog won't stop humping!	12/5/2007
Q: I'm hoping you can help me and my 8yr old English bulldog Spike. He humped alot as a puppy but it ... A: Evan, you pretty much said it all when you said, "it's hard to discipline him, especially when ...
possible vicious begle puppy	12/4/2007
Q: .we did a search on the web and found your email address at allexperts.com. I hope you can help us ... A: If she is 2.5 months out of heat, then it's fine to go ahead and make a spay appointment now if you ...
possible vicious begle puppy	12/4/2007
Q: .we did a search on the web and found your email address at allexperts.com. I hope you can help us ... A: Joe, I would recommend that you consider having her spayed sooner rather than later. Has she gone ...
Toilet training	12/4/2007
Q: I have a 45 day old lab pup. I've had it for a week now but now i am fed up of cleaning up his potty ... A: Teffy, please visit my web page on house training, which is located at ...
Training	11/27/2007
Q: I've read your information regarding housetraining but I need "HELP"!!! I have a 4month toy poodle ... A: Hope, it is certainly not too late to start training her to go outside to potty, or to use a pan. If ...
House training with a bell...	11/27/2007
Q: I have a 5 month year old weimaraner, and am having difficulty house training her. I had a private ... A: Don't ring the bell every time you take her outside. Ring it ONLY when you take her out to potty, ...
Dog House	11/26/2007
Q: I have 2 dogs. A 4.5 year old lab mix and a 2.5 year old lab mix. I am considering building a dog ... A: Age really doesn't have anything to do with whether or not they will use a dog house, Fred. Some ...
Can Bulldogs eat fruit	11/26/2007
Q: I have a 4 month old Valley Bulldog who has yet to be neutered. Currently, we feed him 2 cups of ... A: Yes, dogs can eat fruit. Grapes can be toxic, so you should not feed them (or raisins), but I do not ...
having two male chihuhua's	11/26/2007
Q: We currently have a two year old Chihuahua that we love more than anything. We have decided to to ... A: It totally depends on the dogs, Allison. I would strongly suggest that you have them both neutered, ...
Panic attack/recent change in behaviour	11/20/2007
Q: My Jack Russell bitch Sparky (she is 6 years old) has recently changed her bedtime behavior. When my ... A: Hmmmmm. This is perplexing! What if you let her come upstairs with you when you first go up, but ...
aggresive bitch	11/19/2007
Q: I have 3 dogs 2 goldens mother and son and a cocker spaniel, the cocker is 5 and the other 2 are 7 ... A: Is the Cocker spayed? If not, you might consider doing it sooner than later. Intact bitches can be, ...
sick puppy	11/19/2007
Q: i just got a puppy a couple of weeks ago and it has been acting kind of weird in the last couple of ... A: Bertha, yes. I would recommend a visit to the vet ASAP. He could have a blockage, caused by the ...
muscle on your dogs	11/18/2007
Q: how do i get muscles on my dog he is 1year and 6months i would like to buy some muscle pills but i ... A: Skylier, you should not give your dog 'muscle pills.' In fact, I don't know of any that are approved ...
dog not listening anymore	11/18/2007
Q: I have a German Shepherd mixed with a Chow who is turning 4 years soon. He's an outside dog most of ... A: It's NEVER too late to begin training, Avarie. I think the brunt of your dog's problems stem from ...
Pooping in crate	11/18/2007
Q: I recently adopted a 4 month old german shepard female. Actually one week ago. She was purchased ... A: Oh dear, Ellen. You are going to have to really work with your dog, and you may never get her to ...
Potty training troubles	11/17/2007
Q: I have a 6mth old shihapoo. I have religiously tried to potty train this dog and nothing is working. ... A: Jen, please take a look at my page on housetraining, which is located at ...
Yorkie	11/17/2007
Q: My 6 month yorkie is spotting blood, is she in heat A: Linda, it's likely she is, but she may also have an infection. If you are not familiar with the ...
Panic attack/recent change in behaviour	11/17/2007
Q: My Jack Russell bitch Sparky (she is 6 years old) has recently changed her bedtime behavior. When my ... A: Alena, that is very strange behavior. Let me ask you this; how long has your partner been living ...
Shih tzu	11/16/2007
Q: My inside, neutered 3 year old male schitzu is having serious ownership problems over his treats.I ... A: I hope you will keep me updated as to Pete's progress. I hate that I cannot help you any more than ...
Schitzu	11/16/2007
Q: My inside, neutered 3 year old male schitzu is having serious ownership problems over his treats.I ... A: Sounds like he is trying to 'take over' as alpha, or already thinks he IS, Sue. I would recommend ...
doggy	11/15/2007
Q: my pup is around 6 months and she is potty trained. My wife and i have recently moved and randomly ... A: Jonah, it's hard to say based on your limited description of what is going on. It could be that ...
Too young to mate	11/15/2007
Q: I have an 7 month old female pitt bull and a 1 1/2 yr old male. She is in heat and I have tried to ... A: You are right that she is much too young to be bred. Having a litter of puppies at such a young age ...
Re-house breaking adult dog	11/14/2007
Q: I have visited your website and still have a question. I have a 3 year old male toy poodle. He is ... A: You may want to have the vet check him for an infection, Monica. If this behavior has just started, ...
hyperactive dog	11/13/2007
Q: Im writing to you because my sister has a very hyperactive dog and was wondering what to do to calm ... A: What an interesting mix your sister's dog is! I'd love to see a picture of her if you have one. My ...
8yr Rot hind end function	11/13/2007
Q: I have an 8yr old rot that quit using her hind end a month ago. My vet took x-rays and said she had ... A: Oh, Robert! How sad for your girl!! In addition to the medications, you may want to consider adding ...
Our Sheltie charges the door when bell rings	11/13/2007
Q: We have a five year old sheltie and he is wonderful 98% of the time. We only have a problem when ... A: Teach him to do something >>else<< when the doorbell rings. An example would be to train him to go ...
Fiber	11/12/2007
Q: I have a 8 yr. old Chow mix. He is having problems with his anal glands draining on their own and ... A: Kathy. I just did a quick search on Natural Life dog food, and this is what I found - ...
Eating	11/11/2007
Q: My 10 month old puppy eats EVERYTHING. He has eaten (not just chewed and spit out, but chewed and ... A: What breed is he, Dipa? How long has he been doing this? Do you play with him, take him for walks, ...
RE: Pitbull Behavior	11/11/2007
Q: my friend just got a pure breed pitbull and they raised him with other dogs. He is now about eight ... A: Tab, there is no 'special' way to train a pit bull, but you are right; your friend needs to consult ...
Fiber	11/10/2007
Q: I have a 8 yr. old Chow mix. He is having problems with his anal glands draining on their own and ... A: Kathy, yes, you can add Fibersure to your dog's food without hurting him, however, it could simply ...
dog family	11/10/2007
Q: i was walking by the road,i saw a family of dogs.there were 2 pups and three adult dogs.the three ... A: Khushi, wild, feral dogs can be dangerous. They are not like pet dogs, and often fear humans to the ...
Dog peeing on carpet	11/9/2007
Q: I have a mix of chihuaha and min pin, Addison is almost 3years old and honestly a very good dog. The ... A: Steph, have you spoken to your vet to see if the antibiotics might be causing her to have this ...
What breed do you think my dog is?	11/9/2007
Q: We adopted "Princess" a few weeks ago, and they said she was a border collie, but we have had border ... A: Just going by that one small photo, it's very difficult to say, Anya. She actually looks a LOT like ...
Help To Stop Howling Huskie	11/8/2007
Q: Our Huskie is a perfect dog when we are home, however, while we are at work she constantly howls & ... A: Huskies, like several other breeds, have strong pack drives. They do not like to be left alone. Have ...
Help me please	11/7/2007
Q: i have just gotten a little puppy on Halloween, and we think he's a german shepard and lab mix (we ... A: Janese, I cannot even begin to guess what breed he might be without seeing him, and even then, if ...
My min pin is biting	11/7/2007
Q: I have a 6 month min pin. We got him about 2 months ago. When we got him he had never been inside a ... A: Terra, it's doubtful that getting another dog is going to solve this one's problems. If he had had ...
Pad training once she's house broken	11/6/2007
Q: I have a 7-month old Cairn terrier mix; she weighs 6# and she's been spayed. She's trained to go ... A: If she's used to going potty outside, I would NOT recommend trying to re-train her to go on a pad ...
Sibling Dog Fighting/Aggression	11/5/2007
Q: my name is Jack, 18, and take residence in California. In my house, I have 6 dogs (1 Heinz 57 ... A: Jack, dogs have no concept of family, once they are weaned and go their separate ways. This is ...
Sleeping Patterns	11/5/2007
Q: I have an older female dog (she's 15. She's a mixed breed, doberman and german shepard. Her overall ... A: What if you allow her access to your bedroom, Karen? What if you crated her at night? It almost ...
shihpoo puppy	11/5/2007
Q: we had puppy for weekend to see if we wanted. when he lays down at night to sleep ususally after 30 ... A: That's not normal for a dog of any breed, Shelia, although it could be that he is having trouble ...
chihauhua	11/4/2007
Q: I have a 13 month old chi-nursing 3 week old puppies. She is great! Last night I noticed a swollen ... A: Janice, I think you need to call and find out for sure whether or not your dog can go back in with ...
Pekeapoo aggression	11/4/2007
Q: I think the mother was being overly pregnated. My two doberman died and were so gentle and loving ... A: Karen, first I want to say that I'm so sorry for your losses over the past year. I know that must be ...
My dogs don't get along at all!	11/3/2007
Q: We adopted Bella, a corgi mix, 4 yrs ago. She was 6 weeks old when we got her, and she has been ... A: Samantha, I'm sorry the lady at the rescue was so rude. That is uncalled for. >:^( Part of the ...
my Min Pin	11/3/2007
Q: do you know of any Min Pins for sale in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area I have a small Min Pin she ... A: Margaret, there are many, many min pins in the Baton Rouge area that are listed on Petfinder.com ...
Shitzu personality	11/2/2007
Q: I have added a second Shitzu to the family, I have had her since she was 8 weeks old...she is very ... A: The first thing I would recommend, Sherry, is to begin the "Nothing in Life is Free (NILIF)" ...
Older Dog Started Urinating on Floor	11/1/2007
Q: I have an 11 year old female lab mix. Within the last 2 months she's started urinating on the floor ... A: I assume the vet checked to make sure she did not have a urinary tract infection or stones, correct? ...
My Dog Won't Lick Me	10/30/2007
Q: Why does my Bullmastiff turn away when I ask for a kiss? Even if I hold his face close to mine he ... A: Rick, I'm not sure why your dog doesn't want to lick you on the face. Do you have facial hair? ...
Dog goes crazy	10/29/2007
Q: I have a 1 yr old female pit bull mix. I think she is mixed with manchester terrier because she ... A: Lisa, I would advise that you not allow your dog to be off leash in public, at least until you can ...
behavior	10/29/2007
Q: My name is Cherokee, i am 15 and i have a 6 month old German shepherd/lab/pitt mix named Chupie and ... A: Cherokee, without seeing him in person, I cannot give you safe advice. I would highly recommend that ...
Runt of the litter	10/28/2007
Q: My question is we just purchased a German Shorthair and the mother of the puppy didn't have enough ... A: Her size has nothing to do with her hunting ability, Jennifer, unless she has some physical health ...
Housesbreaking Older Spoiled Dogs	10/27/2007
Q: I have 2 Chihuahuas I have to admit the kids and I have spoiled them rotten. They are allowed to go ... A: Patti, I have answered probably a hundred or more questions on housebreaking, which is why I state ...
Chihuahua trouble	10/26/2007
Q: We have a neutered male Chihuahua who is about 7 months old now. We've had him since he was old ... A: Problem 1: This is easily solved by not letting him outside off leash. I have no idea why he runs ...
itching	10/26/2007
Q: we have a mixed lab and pit bull. he is 5 years old. the past 2 years he had bouts of itching his ... A: I've never heard of Wegmans Bruiser Variety dog food, and couldn't find anything about it online ...
itching	10/26/2007
Q: we have a mixed lab and pit bull. he is 5 years old. the past 2 years he had bouts of itching his ... A: The brewer's yeast might actually be contributing to the problem, Jo Ann. Have you ever had a vet ...
Chomping and Hyper puppy	10/25/2007
Q: I have a 9 week old Jack Russell called Cid and he tends to attack peoples feet at random moments. ... A: You should not hit a dog of any breed, Sunyoung. His behavior is normal puppy play, but he needs to ...
New puppy and old dog	10/24/2007
Q: I have a 4 year old Chihuahua/Rat terrier mix he has always been very skittish and aggressive ... A: It sounds like he's pretty stressed over the new addition. I'm not sure why you would even want to ...
Dog Training	10/24/2007
Q: I adopted a 2 yr old female Rottie about 2 months ago from the local shelter. She was a stray and ... A: Erin, I would strongly suggest you get a prong collar to start using when you take her out. A size ...
My puppy Sage	10/24/2007
Q: My puppy has displayed unusual/odd behavior to similar degrees, on three occasions. I am hoping ... A: My, my, Kim. That >>is<< some strange doggy behavior! Without actually seeing her do it, it's hard ...
skiddish dog	10/23/2007
Q: i have a greyhound/irish wolfhound mix. she is basically still a pup, 8 months and 90lbs. i just ... A: Just keep taking her out and about, Bill, and do not 'reward' her fearful or insecure behaviors by ...
Dane puppy with demodectic mange	10/23/2007
Q: I read through your response to another person dealing with demodectic mange and am currently ... A: Sascha, giving the immune boosting vitamins I recommended to another user certainly won't hurt your ...
Training Dogs	10/14/2007
Q: We have a shitzu cross poodle. He is 1 year old and he is chasing our neighbours horses. He will not ... A: Don't let him out off leash and he cannot run away from you OR chase the horses, Chantelle. When you ...
Dog chasing Cat	10/14/2007
Q: I adopted an English Cocker Spaniel who is 5 and she chases our cat to the point the cat is now very ... A: At 5 years of age, it might be difficult, and especially since the cat is already afraid of her and ...
Grinding...	10/14/2007
Q: I have a 9 week old Shih Zu puppy who just recently started to grind her teeth. I've never heard of ... A: At 9 weeks, no, it's not a teething issue. Teething doesn't happen until sometime between 4 and 6 ...
jack russell pup, trying to get her to sleep	10/13/2007
Q: we have a 10wk old jack russell. we have her two weeks only. she has slept in our room on her bed ... A: Your pup's behavior is normal, Dympna. She is not used to being by herself yet. Try putting a radio ...
chihuahua testicle	10/12/2007
Q: kristen im elderly and c