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| odor/smell | 11/21/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: We just purchased a 3 month old male toy poodle. He smells very bad like a strong talcum powder, I ...
A: I have never heard of a dog smelling like powder as linked to an illness, but to be on the safe side ...
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| toy poodle | 11/21/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: What can I do if my 2 mounth old male poodle bites people often?
A: You are going to need to dominate this dog to keep him from biting other people. You didn't say if ...
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| standard poodles | 11/18/2009 | Labman |
Q: I love standard poodles i am tring to a report in school and in an experts opionion what do u think ...
A: A good Poodle is a great dog. Unfortunately, the breed has suffered from poor practices in the past ...
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| standard poodles | 11/18/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I love standard poodles i am tring to a report in school and in an experts opionion what do u think ...
A: Dogs have played an important role in our lives throughout the years, from the First Cavemans pet ...
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| Poodles in genaral | 11/17/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: What was the purpose of breeding toy poodles? ANSWER: Hello Molly, Other than for the reason that ...
A: Poodles don't just come in Black and White. They come in all colors including Black, White, Blue, ...
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| Growling | 11/17/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a 7 month old female black mini. She is super hyper and very friendly loves everybody. ...
A: She could be starting her heat cycle now and that may or may not contribute to her growling. You ...
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| UNDERNOURISHED RESCUE | 11/16/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I adopted a 10mo.old chocolate miniature poodle, abused, undernourished,wt.9lbs. and had worms. no ...
A: You might try this diet with her. Feel free to change it up to suit her and your needs. 1 lb ...
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| Separation Anxiety - 11 Week Old Toy Poodle | 11/16/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I just bought a very handsome 10 week old red toy poodle last week. He is now 11 weeks old. My ...
A: It sounds like you are doing good with him for now, and I don't think that you need a crate for him ...
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| breeding toy poodles | 11/15/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: What was the purpose of breeding toy poodles?
A: Other than for the reason that people just wanted a smaller Poodle, I can't really see any specific ...
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| standard poodle food | 11/14/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a one year old standard poodle who does not like eating, it is really worrying me as he is ...
A: You might try this diet with your dog to see if he will eat better on it. It will provide his ...
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| Housetraining | 11/13/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I felt my 12-month old male Toy Poodle was housetrained, until I saw a wet spot on carpet. Upon ...
A: If your dog drinks alot of water, sometimes his urine may be weak enough that it won't have a smell. ...
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| sick standard poodld | 11/12/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: My 3 year old Standard just started acting lethargic, standing but not playing just staring, He ...
A: Though I am not a Vet, it sounds like this could be the start of Addisons Disease. To be sure ...
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| Toy Poodle size | 11/10/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: If my toy poodle is 3 months old and weight 4 lbs and stands about 6.5 in is there a chance he won't ...
A: Poodles can grow until they are around 9-11 months old and will fill out until they are around a ...
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| Standard Poodle Skin Problem | 11/10/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a 3 year old WONDERFUL Standard Poodle that has had no previous problems. In the last two ...
A: It sounds like your dog has a Hot Spot on her backside. Hot Spots can be caused from about ...
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| 5 month old standard poodles growth | 11/9/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I just got a 5 month old standard poodle ( male) he seems to be on the small side 18" at the withers ...
A: This is about average for a 5 month old Std Poodle. Poodles tend to get their full height and ...
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| Hind leg lift | 11/7/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a YorkiePoodle mix and I am so curious as to why she lifts her hinds leg and puts it on other ...
A: I have never heard of something like this that isn't related to urinating. It could just be that ...
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| under wieght standard poodle | 11/6/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: i have a standard poodle that i bought at a 11 weeks and it weight only 11lbs. i have been trying my ...
A: No, actually that isn't too much underweight for a Std Poodle. Dogs tend to go through a lanky ...
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| one more thing | 11/5/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I also have him on z/d hills science food which is an allergy food.. . . no help. $31/8 lbs. . and ...
A: I know exactly how you feel. I have a dog that has been battling ear infections for about a year ...
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| ear infections - standard poodle | 11/5/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: Almost his whole life he has had ear infections off and on but for the last year it has been almost ...
A: Give this a try first: When you clean out the ears, you might use a Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide ...
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| Busta | 11/5/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: We have two standard poodles. However, the male is constantly gettin yeast infections in his ears. ...
A: When you clean out the ears, you might use a Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide mixture to help remove ...
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| toy poodle | 11/4/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: This is information in addition to my question a few hours ago about the white toy poodle that died. ...
A: This kind of confirms my last response. A dog that has worms can sometimes vomit them up into their ...
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| Toy poodle | 11/4/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I had a 2 1/2 year old white toy poodle that recently died. She was not feeling well for about 24 ...
A: I am not a Vet so this is only a guesstimate on what could have caused the demise of your dog. It ...
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| My minature poodles ears | 11/4/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have an awsume choc poodle, I have 3 others that are tiny toys also. But, my mini Kane has the ...
A: When I try to take weight off the ears, I shave the underside clear of hair, being careful not to ...
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| under wieght standard poodle | 11/4/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: i have a standard poodle that i bought at a 11 weeks and it weight only 11lbs. i have been trying my ...
A: Though I can't estimate your dogs weight at a year old, I can tell you that a Standard Poodle can ...
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| potty training problem | 11/3/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a toy poodle Boosik he is 7 months old, I understand that he may be not old enough to be ...
A: 7 months old should be more than old enough for your dog to know to hold his urine. He is probably ...
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| breeding male toy | 11/3/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: How old does my male toy poodle need to be before I can successfully breed him? He's six months ...
A: Males tend to start getting sperm around 9 months of age, but its best to wait until the dog is at ...
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| My minature poodles ears | 11/2/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have an awsume choc poodle, I have 3 others that are tiny toys also. But, my mini Kane has the ...
A: I like to use a product from Sally's Beauty Supply called Proclaim Spray-On Glosser. You can find ...
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| bear | 11/2/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: my dogs hair was black..then one day after he was groomed (shaved really low)his hair grew back gray ...
A: You didn't say how old your dog is, but I assume that he might be a Silver or Blue color rather than ...
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| Poodle likes to lick and jump on people | 11/2/2009 | Labman |
Q: I adopted a 1-yr-old girl toy poodle 3 months ago. She is absolutely adorable, but there are a few ...
A: Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other problems. Quickly correcting him each ...
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| Shampoo for Red Toy Poodle | 11/2/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I adopted a 1-yr-old red toy poodle 3 months ago and would bring her to the grommer once a month. I ...
A: I get those products from Sally's Beauty Supply stores if you have one in your area. If not, you ...
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| Guard dog | 10/30/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: Is there a reliability with poodles as guard dogs. I'm not asking for the killer-type dog just ...
A: As a person who has had Poodles all my life, I would say that they make wonderful watchdogs. ...
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| poodle hopping | 10/27/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: My poodle is about 4 years old, and when we take him for walks he hops quite a bit. Sometimes he ...
A: I have heard of other Poodles doing this when they walk. I don't really know why they do this, but ...
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| Toy Poodle Ear Problem | 10/24/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: Our toy poodle is constantly scratching one of his ears and shaking his head. I do my best to keep ...
A: It could be due in part to the move. The drier air could cause the ears to dry out a bit and can ...
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| Toy Poodle Breeding | 10/23/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: How many pups can I expect from my 1 1/2 year old puppy? She is in good health, and in her second ...
A: I am glad that I could be of some help. I would go ahead and keep them apart for now until the ...
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| aging miniature poodle | 10/21/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I have a 19 year old poodle (yes 19) and for the past 3 years he has declined to the point where he ...
A: Yes and No that you are to be concerned. No, because he has had this for along time, but yes ...
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| Upset stomach | 10/19/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: My toy poodle (9 years old) has been vomiting, wheezing and whining, he is also very thirsty. I know ...
A: Sorry it took so long to get back to you. I hope your dog is feeling better by now, but it sounds ...
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| tinting fur | 10/18/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I would like to know what kind of color is used on poodles when they tint their hair with flamboyant ...
A: If you use the right products on your dog, its perfectly fine as long as you follow the directions. ...
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| SICK POODLE | 10/18/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: MY SIX YEAR OLD POODLE (MINI 9 POUNDS)IS ACTING AS THOUGH HE HAS BEEN SCARED BY SOMETHING,HIDING ...
A: If your dog is still acting like this today, you might think about contacting your Vet. Your dog ...
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| Rescued Mini Poodle and Alarming Behavior Change | 10/18/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: Rescued a 15mos. female poodle. Knew breeder and found history. There are no problems with her ...
A: It just sounds like this dog is trying to settle in to your routine and you can't expect her to just ...
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| Plucking of the ears... | 10/18/2009 | Kim Wingate |
Q: I had never known they "plucked" hair out of my little Teddies ears until I got to the groomers ...
A: I am sorry to hear about what happened to Teddy. It sounds like it was unnecessary and not right on ...
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