| Subject | Date Asked |
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| female white westland terrier in her first heat | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have two seven month old westies a male and female they are not brother and sister. the vet said ...
A: YES CRATE......A heat lasts approx. 28 days. DO not trust the male isn't interested one day but ...
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| what is a staff terrier | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I received an alert this evening about a Staff Terrier that is about to be euthanized and is ...
A: Sorry........My computer has been down and I am on my friends computer. Staffies are nice dogs. ...
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| Soft Coated Wheaten | 8/23/2008 |
Q: Brady is 5 years old and I have owned him since he was 3 months old. How can I get my Wheaten to ...
A: Well its likely that Brady has been allowed to jump on people his whole life. Every time he jumps ...
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| Agressive 4 month old yorky poo!! Help!!! | 7/6/2008 |
Q: We have had our puppy at 7 weeks old, He has been the best up until these past 2 weeks. We have ...
A: OH NO!!!! This dog needs help by an expert trainer in your area NOW! Otherise this problem will ...
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| health issue | 4/21/2008 |
Q: s on walks if I let her of lead will she cum back and how do I get the brownish stains around her ...
A: Take her out on her lead and tell her to potty. If she doesn't then crate her and try again in 30 ...
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| scared rat | 4/13/2008 |
Q: please help me I have a 8 mth old rat terrier female {princess}she is so timed ,scared you name it ...
A: Well with a name like Princess you have treated her like one. Your husband has to be the one to ...
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| 5 month old bedlington terrier | 4/6/2008 |
Q: My mum has a 5 month old male bedlington.The problems we have are he leaps through the air all the ...
A: Ignore his wanting attention. Don't go in the house excited to see him. No eye contact with him. ...
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| Are toy fox terriers eligible to compete in earthdog events? | 4/1/2008 |
Q: Are toy fox terriers eligible to compete in AKC earthdog events? There are a few out there that ...
A: As far as I know TFT are NOT eligible to compete in Earthdog. The Cesky Terrier is the latest ...
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| potty training a yorkiepoo | 3/21/2008 |
Q: i bought a 9 week yorkiepoo 4 days ago and was told to litter train her. i'm not having great luck ...
A: Don't follow her around. Put a lead on her and attach her to yourself. She shouldn't have free ...
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| potty training a yorkiepoo | 3/20/2008 |
Q: i bought a 9 week yorkiepoo 4 days ago and was told to litter train her. i'm not having great luck ...
A: Jean, Both you and your husband NEED to be consistent. Take her to her box and put her in it. Lots ...
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| HOUSE TRAINING A 2-YEAR OLD YORKIE | 3/9/2008 |
Q: I need to find a home for my two year old Yorkie I guess. He just will not submit to house training ...
A: I have a mini schnauzer in for training at the moment. I never used a belly band before till now. ...
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| Potty Training | 3/6/2008 |
Q: I adopted a 11 month old toy fox terrier from a breeder on 2/13/08. He had been with another family ...
A: I asked a friend who specializes in little dogs. She has done this with dogs she trains. There ...
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| emergency | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I just recently bought a rat terrier and i don't know what to feed it and it's very small it's a ...
A: Depending HOW young it is? If it is 6 to 8 weeks old you can feed it a good puppy food from your ...
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| Buying a Puppy | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I want to buy a puppy and I live in FL and the puppy is in ID, has to be flown to us.. I have seen ...
A: If it were me personally......I would not buy a puppy that NEEDS surgery right away. Yes it is a ...
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| RAT TERRIER | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A QUESTION TO ASK I WAS WONDERING HOW DO I TRAIN MY RAT TERRIER BECAUSE HE IS A WILD DOG AND ...
A: Since this is a volunteer site, I can only advise or give my experiences. I just don't have that ...
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| type/brand of shampoo | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I would like to bath my Border Terrier occassionaly but I have heard that you need to use specific ...
A: You shouldn't have any problems with using any kinds of shampoos. The trick is you don't need to ...
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| 6 month old Male Yorkie | 1/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old Male Yorkie and a 5 year old Female Westie The Female just went into heat this ...
A: Like it or not, frankly I don't care. Unless you have worked at a shelter that puts dogs down then ...
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| 6 month old Male Yorkie | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old Male Yorkie and a 5 year old Female Westie The Female just went into heat this ...
A: YES they can breed at 6 months of age and get a bitch pregnant. I suggest that you either get a ...
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| house training | 1/26/2008 |
Q: i just got a 5 month old male toy fox terrier, and he will no go outside to use the bathroom - i ...
A: Get an exercise pen and place it in a spot you can see from the door or window. Make sure you cover ...
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| fox terrier, how to pick up | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I'd like to know if the following way of picking up our fox terrier is harmful to him: one hand ...
A: I prefer putting my hand under the jaw bone as oposed to using the collar. But no you aren't ...
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| Training a deaf puppy | 1/7/2008 |
Q: Tammy, I have adopted a fully deaf Bichon puppy. He was a cruelty cash from Mexico and has been ...
A: First off cudos to you for taking on such a big job. I don't think using a vibrating collar is ...
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| Bichon (castration) | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I just got my dog castrated four days ago. Ever since he has not got out of his bed and gone up or ...
A: I personally have never had any problems. But I think if you are babying him HE may think that he ...
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| jack russell shih tzu cross breed | 1/2/2008 |
Q: "We have a Jack Russell Shih tzu cross. It is a one year old neutered male. His name is Alfie, ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your dilemma. It sounds like you have tried everything you can on your ...
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| Yorkie eating habits | 12/7/2007 |
Q: my yorkie is 7 years old. Will not eat any dog food and very little dog treats . I started giving ...
A: First nquestion is, Do you leave the food down all the time? If so you NEED to put it down 2 times ...
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| pee and poop | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I just read yr answer to this problem but.....I have a 4,1/2 months old Cairn terrier and this guy ...
A: Henriette, Your dog is still so young that he really needs to be in a crate some of the time. ...
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| My 2 year old Rat Terrier / Skiperkey | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Ok.. our dog is almost 2 years old now.. She is good with going to the bathroom outside. She tells ...
A: Its called happy pee. Or submissive pee. Most dogs grow out of it, but at 2 years old, sounds like ...
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| Pee and Poo | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I have a male Rat Terrier, he is 8 months old. I got it last month and he is doing ok with potty ...
A: He should not be having to go out 8 times a day to potty and 5 times a day for poops! That is ...
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| Terrier breeding | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I was wondering how old a cairn terrier female has to be before she comes in heat. I have a little ...
A: 3 months old is too young to come in season. From about 6 months to 18 months is when they will ...
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| Rat Terrier | 9/26/2007 |
Q: My dog Rat Terrier Maggie will be a year old in December. I have owned her since last feb. She was ...
A: No its not bad as long as she gets a chance to get out and run for a while. Your flea problem needs ...
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| Maltese terriers | 9/25/2007 |
Q: He is about 3 months old and his problem is that he seems to snap and bite a lot especially me, we ...
A: First off so not to embarrass yourself to anyone walking on the street, what you have is a toy breed ...
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| behavior problems with Rat Terrior | 9/5/2007 |
Q: I have a 6 year old rat terrier that we are having problems with. She is peeing and pooping all ...
A: This dog sounds like she has YOU trained. You should get a trainer to come to the house and do one ...
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| obsessive compulsive rat terrier | 9/5/2007 |
Q: I have a 17 month old mini rat terrier and he constantly licks his paws. This is annoying and my vet ...
A: Usually feet licking is attributed to food allergies. Try changing his food to a no grain diet. ...
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| Grooming | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I just recently purchased a 12 week old Cairn and I have been reading on the Internet about ...
A: That is perfect for your dog. I have used them on some of my dogs. You can start using it on him ...
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| Grooming | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I just recently purchased a 12 week old Cairn and I have been reading on the Internet about ...
A: Welcome to the wonderful world of Terriers. First off if you are going to have the dog hand ...
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| rat terrier feeding | 8/22/2007 |
Q: We have a new 5yo rat terrier. How often should we feed her? Thanks.
A: Dogs like a schedule. Most people that I know feed their dogs twice a day including me. 7 am and 7 ...
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| TOY FOX TERRIER TEETH QUESTION | 8/20/2007 |
Q: My 6 year old female TFT has lost several teeth in the last few months. No trauma, they are just ...
A: Oh MY.......I am so sorry I didn't see the 6 YEAR old part. Well its normal and its not. Some of ...
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| staff terrier | 8/15/2007 |
Q: would like to know the personality of a staff terrier. does it do good with another dog.
A: Well there are two different types. American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. ...
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| Jack is peeing on my husband | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I have a 10 week old Jack Russell male pup. If my husband moves him off the bed he will pee on him. ...
A: Sometimes puppies have a problem with holding their urine when scolded,or just being happy to see ...
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| my rat terrier | 8/13/2007 |
Q: ANSWER: Well either your rat terrier was introduced to your neighbor at one time and he wants to ...
A: but they always charge a lot of money. so is there an other way of how i can train him with out ...
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| my rat terrier | 8/12/2007 |
Q:
A: Well either your rat terrier was introduced to your neighbor at one time and he wants to greet them ...
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| Potty training a dog in a fenced back yard | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I just got a Rat Terrier who is 8 weeks old. He already can go through the night without going ...
A: You basically answered your own question. You are doing an awesome job. Yes limit your play with ...
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| 3 mo old Yorkie poo | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 3 month ole yorkiepoo and he attacks my 8 year old daughter constantly. I pull him off of ...
A: Sometimes you get a bad egg. This sounds like one that you should part with quickly. I am going to ...
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| walking | 7/26/2007 |
Q: my dog is 3 years oldshe is ajack russle i hade her since she was a pup whenever a take her out for ...
A: I don't know what you can do at 3 years old. She has been allowed to get away with it for 3 years. ...
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| your answer on potty training yorkiepoo?? | 7/4/2007 |
Q: Colbert: We recently purchased a beautiful YorkiePoo for our daughter who lives in Ohio. I am ...
A: Place the box in an area you want it to stay. Have you tried putting her on a leash and keep saying ...
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| Eating Habbits | 7/2/2007 |
Q: my dog is a mini jack Russell who is almost 4 months old and we have had him for just over 2 months. ...
A: There is a dry mix that you can buy at a pet store that you can mix in his food that will ...
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| TFT Heat in home | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I am getting a puppy TFT and I know that they don't like the cold but at what temp. should I keep my ...
A: I am assuming as in TFT you are meaning a Toy Fox Terrier. Don't let the lack of coat fool you. ...
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| Yorkie terrior odor problem | 6/28/2007 |
Q: My 1 year old male, has a bad doggie odor. What do you suggest to help rid this smell or make it ...
A: Yorkies tend to be a little bit more oilier than other breeds. Bathing once a week is not too much ...
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| toy fox terrier | 6/21/2007 |
Q: i have a female 8 mos old and in season how long will she be there? and isn't she too young?
A: No she isn't too old. Some dogs start at 6 mos. You can expect her to be in season 26 days. DO ...
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| Shitzu/Maltese mix change in behaviour | 6/3/2007 |
Q: We have a 2 year old Shitzu/Maltese mix complete male dog who until the last month has exibited no ...
A: First off you need to neuter your male mixed breed dog. There is no reason to have him complete. ...
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| potty training | 5/14/2007 |
Q: When i brought her home she did well now she just pee's everywhere in my house i have paper out ...
A: First off I would not put anymore papers down. Pull them up. Next crate her when you can't watch ...
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| Toy Rat Terrier in Heat? | 5/9/2007 |
Q: We have a Toy Fox Terrier. She is 10 months old and we think that she is in heat. She has a watery ...
A: OH YES she surely sounds like she is in season. They last about 28 days and happen every 6 months. ...
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| Rat Terrior Puppies | 5/7/2007 |
Q: How can I keep my brother and sister rat terrior puppies from fighting. They go at it and it is all ...
A: WOW at such a young age!!!! The problem is only going to get worse.......Find a local trainer ...
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| Unruly Rats | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I see you've answered a previous rat terrier question. I have two toy rats a male and female, one if ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problem. Unfortunately there really isn't anything to do with them. ...
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| Rat Terrior Puppies | 5/5/2007 |
Q: How can I keep my brother and sister rat terrior puppies from fighting. They go at it and it is all ...
A: First off how old are they? Have they been spayed or nuetered? What sets them off? Is it food, ...
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| Yorkshire (depro provera shots) | 5/4/2007 |
Q: i have the sweetie little yorkshire and she is 11mons. She is in her first heart from what i know, ...
A: Sorry it took me so long to answer. My mom is in the hospital. You CAN get a second or third ...
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| appropriate air temperature for rat terrier | 4/30/2007 |
Q: My wife and I both work during the day and the dog is left at home inside. Question is: What is an ...
A: Most people don't think of their dogs in summer. Since I live where there is no air conditioning ...
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| Training YorkiePoo | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I am having much difficulty training my YorkiePoo. She will go outside sometimes, and then come in ...
A: How much time is the dog left to do her business? Are you out with her or is she left on her own? ...
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| 4 1/2 yr old female yorkie, owned since lil'pup | 4/23/2007 |
Q: she eats kibbles & bits I bought her a new brand and she gets sick and throws up yellow flem and ...
A: Most of your grocery store brands aren't good. Go to a store that sells premium foods and talk to ...
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| Potty Training a Yorkiepoo | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I have a yorkiepoo that is about 2-3 months old.... I am having a VERY VERY HARD time getting him ...
A: CRATES CRATES CRATES.......Now then thats the word for the day. Go get a crate and start feeding ...
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| House Training Carin Terrier | 3/31/2007 |
Q: I have a 14 week old male Carin Terrier who will go outside and go to the bathroom, will come in and ...
A: If he is being pretty consistent about peeing after he has been outside then when you think its ...
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| My "Lil Guy" | 3/21/2007 |
Q: Well first off I am a first time pet/puppy owner and don't really understand this feeding schedule ...
A: I can understand first time gitters. Yes you need to put him on a schedule. In the AM and PM. I ...
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| Bedlington Puppy | 3/7/2007 |
Q: I am trying to located a "pet quality" pup. I'm not concerned w/sex, size or color. I have been ...
A: Have you contacted anyone on the Bedlington Terrier Club of America site? I don't have anything and ...
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| brittish staffordshire bull terrier | 3/4/2007 |
Q: ..we've just gotten this wonderful puppy, she is 6 weeks old. when she gets excited she tries to ...
A: Hold her face when she does that and a FIRM "NO BITE". And you are right in giving her a toy in ...
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| My teacup yorkie/pomeranian mix | 3/2/2007 |
Q: My teacup yorkie/pomeranian mix is 10 weeks old and has not been potty trained. How should I do ...
A: You can set an exercise pen in a spot where you ant him/her to go in the yard. Put the dog in the ...
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| Training | 1/25/2007 |
Q: I have an 18 mos old rat terrier. He's been with me for about 8 mos. I see to it that he's ...
A: I get this question all the time. First you have to see the breed of dog you are dealing with. Its ...
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| Jack Russell Agression | 12/30/2006 |
Q: We have had our Jack Russell, Bam, since he was 6 weeks. He is now 1 1/2 years old. He has shown ...
A: It sounds like he has finally come into himself. Has become the dominate one in the "pack". With ...
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| red tears | 10/11/2006 |
Q: I have a 10mnth old maltese terrier i just wanted to know if you have an answer to keeping the red ...
A: Sorry for the delayed answer. I have gotten home late every night this week. First off a ...
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| red nose pit puppy training potty | 9/30/2006 |
Q: Please help my boyfriend brought me and the kids home this Red nose pit and just to get things going ...
A: First off get a crate that he can grow with. Put a box in there to take up room. Only give him ...
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| House training.. and seperation anxiety | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I really need your help. I am on my last end of potty training my puppy. I'm not going to give her ...
A: Basically you answered your own question and have the same opinion on how you have been treating ...
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| Bedlingtons | 9/18/2006 |
Q: Is there such a thing as miniature or toy Bedlingtons? thanks, Kim
A: Kim, Sorry for the delay i answering your question. I forgot to put myself on vacation. To ...
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| airedale terriers | 9/17/2006 |
Q: She is 12 years old, airedale terrier, what is a lifespan and what do they normally die from?
A: It really depends on the breeding of your dog. Most general rule is that the bigger the breed, the ...
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| Rat Terrier Puppy | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I just acquired a rat terrier last night she is four months old. How can I easily potty train her ...
A: First you need to get a crate that fits the dog. Only enough space to stand up, lay down and turn ...
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| New Dog | 8/27/2006 |
Q: We just adopted a 1.5 year old JRT and we've had her home now for 6 hours she's been walked and has ...
A: Its Sunday morning and hope that she has gone pee. Sorry I didn't get this till now. May I ask ...
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| my puppy eats poop | 8/19/2006 |
Q: i have a 15 monthe smooth hair fox terrier and it like to eat and roll in poop. why?
A: LOL.....Sorry to laugh. You need to get some stuff that you put in their food at the pet store just ...
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| How safe is my pug with Jack Russells | 7/30/2006 |
Q: My best friend has two female Jack Russells. She got them together as litter mates and they're about ...
A: I missed that these were bitches. Oh Geeez. I have had my worst fights with bitches. My males may ...
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| running away | 7/22/2006 |
Q: I have a gorgeous 1 year old wire fox terrier (she has been speyed). We seem to be able to pretty ...
A: When you let her off lead at the park does she come right away or take her time? And further more ...
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| why does my dog bite feet | 7/21/2006 |
Q: we recently gave a 3 year old cairn terrier a home.she is female.for the first week she seemed fine ...
A: I am so sorry to hear of your problem. Since she is a rescue dog you have no idea what her issues ...
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| Feeding | 7/20/2006 |
Q: Tammy, I need to know how many times a day should I feed her. Some say only once and keep water down ...
A: You should only be feeding her twice a day. 3 times is way too much. You can cut her food down a ...
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| Feeding | 7/13/2006 |
Q: I need to ask a question about my miniature Schnauzer. She is 6 months old. I have had her since ...
A: No you shouldn't leave food down all the time. She won't ever be on any schedule. Infact feed her ...
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| Toy Fox Terrier in Season | 7/10/2006 |
Q: We have "Nibs", a ten month old Toy Fox Terrier. We have had her since she was nine weeks old. When ...
A: She may take up to 18 months to come into season. I have something to say about breeding though. ...
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| housebreaking 10wk puppy | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I have a 10wk old female jack russell and i am having the hardest time house training her. I did ...
A: Stephanie, You have the right idea as putting her in a smaller place. BUT you need to go even ...
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| leash aggression | 7/8/2006 |
Q: my 5 year old shepherd/terrier cross is the most well-mannered dog-- except when he's on a leash! we ...
A: Good Day taai, I am so sorry to hear of your problem. Sounds like you are trying to do everything ...
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| 2 male Bedlingtons | 7/7/2006 |
Q: I am looking to purchase 2 Bedlington Terriers. I'm wondering if 2 males will fight. I had a ...
A: I have had multiple males and females live together. I do have the most problems with the females ...
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| Fear Aggression in my Terrier | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I have a 3 y.o. neutered Boston Terrier, Norton. I know your specialty is Bedlingtons but the BT ...
A: Good Day Amy, Congrats on the baby. How exciting for you. Well, do you walk Norton on a choke ...
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| playing with boston terrier | 5/21/2006 |
Q: I just got a rescued 6 year old boston terrier who will not play with toys, ball, etc. only wants to ...
A: First off...Thank you for rescueing. That is a great thing to do. Well, like you had really ...
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| My terrier's eating habits.. | 5/18/2006 |
Q: My little dog is a cross terrier (Jack russel & Yorkshire Terrier) who i've had fom about 6 weks old ...
A: With the breed that he is, he sounds like he is bored. Sometimes dogs that are fine one minute seem ...
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| House Breaking | 5/4/2006 |
Q: All I can say is I'm at my wits end, HELP. My 2 1/2 yr. Male Yorkie Gino he is 4 1/2 lbs. I know ...
A: Sorry it took me so long to answer. My computer was on the fritz. Is he neutered?? If not do ...
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| Schnauzer traits | 3/17/2006 |
Q: Are Schnauzers chewers and diggers? Because mine is! He's 4 months old, so teething is still going ...
A: It really depends on the dog, but most times Schnauzers don't do this. Being 4 months old you can ...
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| dog training | 3/13/2006 |
Q: Perhaps you can help. We have a 15 month old miniature schnauzer who is well potty trained but has a ...
A: LOL Oh the games they play. Ü Don't chase her. Then you are playing into her game. You need to ...
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| bedlington terrier groomer | 3/12/2006 |
Q: We have a 4 year old bedlington terrier and we are visiting our daughter in West Lake Village, CA, ...
A: I don't know of any good groomers in that area, but I live in Huntington Beach which is about an ...
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| behaviour | 3/11/2006 |
Q: My name is Gabriel (originally from Israel) and I live in Sedona Az with my wife and dog Ram (short ...
A: Try having him sit away from the door. You may want to put a lead on him when he is in a sit ...
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| eating wood | 3/6/2006 |
Q: My Jack Russell, Jackie Malone, is 8 1/2. I've had her since she was a few months old. She's had a ...
A: Jude, Are the doctors sure they got all cancer cells?? If not there might be some more growing. ...
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| training | 2/9/2006 |
Q: my west highland terrior dog is now 4 years old. When he was a puppy he was run over by a cyclist, ...
A: You can focus train him. First do some things at home. Put him on a choke chain that fits ...
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| 1 1/2 newly adopted dog had personality change after castration | 2/1/2006 |
Q: We just adopted a 1 1/2 year old terrier mix. He had been living with a foster family that we knew ...
A: Yes he will return to normal. Some people think that this is just a minor surgery and when they ...
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| shedding | 1/25/2006 |
Q: Yes, do terriers shed? Also, do all dogs shed? Thanks
A: Yes ALL dogs shed! But its how their hair is that determines if it goes all over the house and on ...
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| Rat Terrier puppies | 1/23/2006 |
Q: i thinki spoke to you earlier about my 5 week old terrier puppies? anyways they are doing fine on ...
A: Well what do you do when they whine?? Do you pick them up? If so STOP. You are renforcing that ...
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| Peeing in house | 1/22/2006 |
Q: My 2 1/2 year old Jack Russell pees and deficates in the house even though he is let out regulary. ...
A: Do you have a dog door? This might help the problem since he enjoys going when he pleases. OR ...
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| Rat Terrier puppies | 1/18/2006 |
Q: I got a Rat Terrier puppy thats 5 weeks old and i got a Nursing bottle and formula for him but i was ...
A: First of all 5 weeks old is way to young to be away from mom. What breeder would sell you a puppy ...
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| puupy HATES collar/halter | 8/9/2005 |
Q: I dog sit for a neighbor's 2 Scotties. Lucy is wheaton Scotty, 1 yr and 9 months, Ricky is new baby ...
A: WOW.......This little guy has everyone on guard. He has sure trained everyone on his terms. 4 ...
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| How do I train my border terrier? | 8/3/2005 |
Q: I have had my female border terrier since May. She has been through many things....we got her from ...
A: Yes it sounds like she is getting a bit possessive. You need to tell your dog NO. Perhaps put a ...
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| yorke | 5/29/2005 |
Q: i recently purchased a 5 month old yorke and would like some information pertaining to this animal.
A: I don't know what the actual question is?? If you are looking for breed specific things about ...
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| What is | 5/7/2005 |
Q: What is this breed of dog and from where and what are they good for? Just curious?
A: http://clubs.akc.org/btca/ The Bedlington Terriers were bred to kill verman. They are from England ...
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| just adopted a yorkie | 4/14/2005 |
Q: i adopted a yorkie 6 weeks ago i love him, he is adorible and will be 5yrs old on july 8th. i ...
A: How do you know he isn't peeing in the apartment? He could be doing it in a hiding place. I ...
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| temperment | 3/9/2005 |
Q: Can you truly give detailed answers why this breed would be good for my small chilren? This breed ...
A: TERRIERS as a generalization is not realistic. Terriers are just a group. Terra.......meaning ...
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| RE: Our Border/Scottish Terrier Mix | 12/28/2004 |
Q: We have a Border/Scottish Terrier Mix that is probably 5 year old. He was living on the streets ...
A: Sounds like Lucky is a very fitting name for the little guy. Well Borders typically aren't hyper, ...
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| aggresive behavour | 10/28/2004 |
Q: I used to have 2 dogs, a pomeranian and a jack russell terrier (Toby). Both are male. Then, I bought ...
A: Sorry to hear that you are having problems. You didn't say if they were neutered or not. Either ...
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| HELP WITH PUPPY | 10/19/2004 |
Q: I am a middle school student and so is my brother. We are gone for 6 hours a day. We do however have ...
A: Yes your dog is TRAINABLE. Its people you have to train. The dogs aren't stupid just bored. A 6 ...
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| House-breaking a Yorkie | 10/7/2004 |
Q: My wife has a small, male Yorkshire Terrier who is about 5 years old. He was just under a year old ...
A: Sorry it has taken me so long to answer. I have been out of town. You need to get a CRATE! It ...
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| search n rescue | 9/9/2004 |
Q: I just made a major purchase on a shepherd for search n rescue work. They start them so young, to I ...
A: No there isn't anything wrong with training a puppy to do a job early on. Keep it simple and don't ...
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| Airdales | 9/7/2004 |
Q: I did not realize you only specialize in one breed of terrier as an expert on this site? I was ...
A: I know MOST terriers. Bedlingtons, Smooth Fox Terriers and Schnauzers are my true loves of the ...
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| Training | 9/5/2004 |
Q: I need to know how to begin with my new puppy? Where do I start with him? Potty breaks are nonsense ...
A: I know puppies are frustrating at times. The first thing you need to do is go to the pet store and ...
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| Shih Tzu | 8/7/2004 |
Q: I have a dog (Shih Tzu)& i have a big problem with him. My dog (2 mounth yeras old) bite me,.... Can ...
A: Just like kids they need to have bounderies. They can understand NO BITE as part of their language. ...
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| Shih Tzu | 8/5/2004 |
Q: I have a dog (Shih Tzu)& i have a big problem with him. My dog (2 mounth yeras old) bite me,.... Can ...
A: No problem about your english. I do have a couple questions for you though. When does your dog ...
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| Housetraining Cairn terrier | 7/31/2004 |
Q: We have a 12 week old Cairn terrier male. He's just adorable, but doesn't seem to be getting the ...
A: Do you have access to another dog? If one of your neighbors has a nice male dog that can come over. ...
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| blue airdalesB | 7/6/2004 |
Q: This still freakls me out. As you can see the mispellings on this. I use to be a lettercarrier until ...
A: I am sorry to hear of your dilema. I know here in the USA we would of taken the dogs from the ...
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| scratching | 6/20/2004 |
Q: I have three Jack russel Mum Dad and daughter the vet says they do not have fease so why do they ...
A: A flea can jump on the dog, grab a meal and then jump off. If that is the case then its the saliva ...
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| Airedale habits | 5/27/2004 |
Q: I am very active with my 3 y.o. female airedale. Whenever we wrestle or I am laying on my back ...
A: I don't know what it is but some dogs like the short hairs on your face. My husband had the same ...
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| house training | 5/10/2004 |
Q: At the end of December 2003 I had a female Parsons Russell Terrier from kennels. She was 5 months ...
A: What are the times your dog spends in the crate and what is the time spent outside?? Making sure ...
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| How do I train my terriers? | 3/3/2004 |
Q: I have a rat terrier (2years old) and terrier mixed (4 years old), both girls. How can I easily ...
A: Have you had both dogs since they were pups? If so then what have you done so far for house ...
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| My Jack Russel Terrior | 2/29/2004 |
Q: When i pick my dog up in a certian way, it growls. It will be all lovey dovey, and then when some ...
A: I have a friend that has a Schnauzer that acts the same way when you pick her up. It mostly happens ...
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| dog grooming | 2/8/2004 |
Q: I was considering going to school to become a dog groomer. Do you think this a good move in the ...
A: There is a high demand for quality groomers. Please make sure that the school you choose is of ...
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| elimination habit | 1/25/2004 |
Q: I foster Jack Russells. I have a wonderful seven year old male now that has only one issue. He ...
A: I had a Standard Poodle that did that samething. Fortunately for me he did it against the fence ...
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