Health problems with Golden Retriever.?

So I have a 3 year old golden who about a year ago started having problems. He had on and off diarrhea for the longest time. I took him to the vet and I had every test under the sun done. He had blood work, X-rays, everything. Nothing showed up.

So we switched him over to Medi- Cal Gastro formula. It helped a little but he still gets diarrhea the odd time.

Now he is starting to lose his fur. He used to be on a home made food formula for dogs, and his coat was absolutely gorgeous! Now I understand it not looking so great with this vet food, but its actually falling out. He is literally starting to get bald spots.

I am getting worried and any help at all would be greatly appreciated! I am talking to the vets but more input owuld help!

Thanks in advance!
Could it be the stress? We have been fostering golden retrivers for a while now. Could that be it? He does very much enjoy the company, so could it be the fact that he gets attached to them then they leave? I dunno?

My dog had worms and is still underweight and appears to be starving.?

I’ve been combing the internet for months looking for answers. I got a German shepherd dog from a first year breeder who clearly did not know what he was doing. Half the reason I bought the dog was because it was so underweight and it clearly needed a good home.

He’s a wonderful loving dog but he’s had health problems his whole life. He has had diarrhea his whole life, and the first thing I did was put him on premium puppy food, Solid Gold, to be specific. His diarrhea did not cease and the vet found coccidia in his stool. After coccidia treatment, he was still underweight and still having diarrhea. With no success for awhile, finally the vet (after 5 months!) decides to test for Giardia. Turns out he had it and so we began treatment for that. The treatment immediately ended the diarrhea. But as soon as he came off the treatment, the diarrhea came back. He’s since been on the treatment three separate times, each with the same results.

This last time, the vet put him on a duck and potato prescription formula dog food with limited ingredients because she was worried about the food I was feeding him. In fact, she didn’t even know what Solid Gold was, which worried me greatly that my vet didn’t even know what the premium dog foods are.

So he’s been off the treatment for 10 days now and on the new food for 17 days. He still has diarrhea and he is still underweight.

Some other important information:

Despite him being underweight, he has never lost weight. He appears to grow as normal in height and length, and continually gains weight as he grows. He also displays no outward signs of being sick. He has a ton of energy and acts completely normal.

I am just worried because he eats like he is starving and you can see his bones quite plainly.

If anyone can help me solve this problem after months of scowering the internet, it would be greatly appreciated.
Also, I feed him 4.5 cups of dry adult dog food per day. He is 8 months old and about 55 pounds.

please help, i’m encountering a serious health problem with my new german shepherd new dog!!?

i just got him two days ago (4 months old), he was quite calm and i thought that was usual or a bit shy but was oky and played with me but not for a long time, just today i found out that he hadn’t eaten any food and so lazy, his eyes are a bit red and he has had diarrhea since the morning. it’s too late in here and it will take about 12 hrs before i can reach a vet.. wat shall i do??

ps; he had tuna for dinner yesterday

Is it common for small dogs to get diarrhea from eating cooked chicken?

She won’t eat kibble, and gets canned dog food mixed with cooked (boiled — no spices) chicken. Sometimes she gets diarrhea and sometimes not. If it’s not the food, what else could it be? She goes to the vet regularly and has all her shots and such. Other than being a little thin, she has no health problems.

My dog has diarrhea, what can I do about it?

I have a 3 year old Boxer. We’ve had him since a pup and he’s had no health issues. Recently he’s been having very runny stools and now it’s turned into complete diarreha when he goes. He’s not been able to hold it in when he goes to the door and lets it out where ever he is. I’ve heard people saying to try cook plain rice but he will not eat that. He doesn’t eat table foods and I have tried the rice thing when he was a puppy as he had a bout of loose stool then. Is there anything else that I can give him to help him? If it doesn’t clear up by tomorrow I am definately taking him to the vet. Overall, he’s drinking his water fine and I gave him a bit of food this morning and he ate it up fine. I have not changed his diet and to my knowledge he’s not gotten in the garbage and ate something bad. Also, just today I noticed that there was abit of bright red blood in what he pooped out today. I think that is just from him straining so much when he goes. Sometimes he’s trying to go and nothing is coming out. Should I fast him for the night and not give him anything and see what happens? Maybe it was a bad bag of food???? It’s a fairly new bag and we feed him Canidae and he’s had no problems with it before.
Thanks everyone. We just had a huge snow fall where I am and it’s hard to drive in this. Was going to wait till the roads clear up a bit and then take him. I don’t want to get into an accident on the way there. Hopefully it’s nothing and maybe he can get some meds to clear it up.

Do you know where i can adopt or get a free baby chiwawau or for less money?

Grandamas birthday coming soon and all she wants is a small cute dog to keep her company and not so lonely she is the most caring person in the world and the least i can do is show her that i do care but i want to get a dog for her but how do you with no money and her birthday is right around the corner… PLEASE HELP ME!

CRAIGSLIST LOVERS! List the amazing scores you bought or got for free.?

We bought our house off craigslist, one of our dogs, crib, baby clothes, free windows, a car, a dirt bike, a FREE $1000 water softener, 3 ovens, 2 dryers, a washer (all free), several antique computers, 2 or 3 housecleaning jobs, free stroller…. oh man I love craigslist!! We’re the poster child for craigslist success stories!

When you adopt a dog from an animal shelter in your town, do you get the dog for free or is the price less?

i don’t know if the dog is free?
i really want a dog but if it isnt free, how much money do you think the dog will be if i buy it at a shelter, a small baby dog, any breed. what if i bought it at petco or petsmart, will it be more expensive, by how much?

Ideas for how to keep my dogs paws clean with a crawling baby?

Our little girl will have her dog free zones, but of course will still sometimes crawl other places the dogs have been. I will pick up their poo from the yard every couple days so there isn’t an abundance of feces out there, but does anyone have any ideas how to keep their paws clean from being outside? I don’t know if there is something gentle but cleansing I could spray their paws with everytime they come in maybe. It just really grosses me out as one dog in particular (not being too bright) relatively often pees and then walks right through it so I KNOW how dirty their paws can get. (I’m also starting up the new habit of no shoes past the doorway)

ok i found a lady selling a full blooded baby bulldog for free but she is in canada and wants us to send 75$?

for here to send us the dog on the plane but we dont want to get scamed how do we know if shes real?? and also wut should we do???? please help us
she wants us to send her 75$ and she pays the other half and she said it has a helth cerif. and shes sent us pictures too but i dont know should we do it??

What dry food is best for my picky dog?

Hello… Okay, first, this may seem INCREDIBLY long, but most of this question is a description that I got online of different dog foods. I have some question-type things. Okay, so my almost 2 year old Cosheltie (collie-sheltie mix) has some weird problems, where, he, first, finds it dificult to chew adult dog kibble, hence, not eating dry food plain unless given as a treat. The only exception to that is our puppy’s puppy food, which he is fine eating(?)… I think that he needs smaller kibbles, but I don’t want to give him puppy food, so I decided on maybe trying a small breed formula adult food. Right now, he weighs 40ish pounds and is 20 inches tall. His second problem is that he gets indigestion and loose stools almost once a week. I think that COULD be because we give him a majority wet food, but I’m no veteranarian… Okay, anyway, I did some research, and got some good dry foods with, as the companies claim, small kibbles… Here they are, along with a breif description —>

1. Purina Moist n Meaty Lamb and Rice – Real meat—a wholesome, high-quality source of protein— is the #1 ingredient in every Purina Moist & Meaty flavor. As a main meal, special treat or added to dry food, Moist & Meaty is so complete and satisfying you’ll want to serve it every day. Plus, Moist & Meaty’s convenient easy-open single-serve pouch locks in freshness so every bite is tender and delicious.

2. PEDIGREE SMALL BREED ® Nutrition Mini Crunchy Bites – We’re for the little guys. The toy dogs and the terriers, the comedians and the aristocrats. The lively, lovable characters who fit so easily into our laps — and into our lives. Small breed dogs have big personalities, big hearts, and big egos. But, they have small mouths. Which is why we created this Small Breed Nutrition recipe just for them. Not only does it feature smaller, easier to crunch kibble, it has the great, meaty taste little dogs love.

3. Eukanuba Adult Medium Breed Small Bites Formula – There’s something nice about being in the middle; you’re not too large, or too small. Medium breed dogs need balanced nutrition. Eukanuba recognizes this and designed Eukanuba Medium Breed Adult Small Bite to provide high-quality, complete & balanced nutrition specially formulated with moderate protein and fat levels to maintain their long-term nutritional health. This food has a smaller kibble than our regular Medium Breed Adult for dogs that prefer a smaller kibble. Eukanuba Medium Breed Adult Small Bite also contains an optimal ratio of Omega-6 and Omega-3 fatty acids to help your medium breed dog have healthy skin and a beautiful coat.

4. Purina Kibbles and Mini Chunks Beef Flavor Dry Dog Food – Complete and balanced nutrition doesn’t have to be boring- Purina Kibbles and Mini Chunks proves it. The big beefy flavor in every bite keeps your dog coming back for more. Crunchy kibbles are great for your dog‘s healthy smile. And the moist, chewy chunks tempt your dog with great taste and tender texture. Your dog won’t know about the complete and balanced nutrition.Just how great Purina Kibbles and Mini Chunks tastes.

5. Purina Little Bites Dog Food – Whether your dog is big or small, there is no denying the big impact that he has had on your life. Your dog’s nutrition should support his good health—no matter what his size. That’s why Purina® Little Bites Dog Food is made with crunchy, bite-sized kibble packed with great taste and nutrition, for your dog’s long, healthy life. – Also for this, I am finding either Purina Little Bites or Purina Little Bits Indoor Complete, are these two the same? My dog loves the outdoors, but stays inside most of the day

Okay, So out of all these foods, which one could my dog like most if he likes Puppy Chow and Beneful for Puppies? Right now, he eats the Beneful Original formula… Ummm… What else should I tell you? I think thats all. Thank you so much for helping me and my dog(Riley)!! You are going to be so much of a help for us! I promise to pick a best answer!

What is a good dog food?

Right now my two dogs, a Doberman and a German Shepherd, eat Purina Veterinary Diet EN dry dog food. It is a special food for sensitive stomach. My Shepherd gets diarrhea any time he eats a “regular” dog food so I began buying the EN from the Vet. It is almost $50 for a 35 lb. bag and with two dogs it gets expensive. When I buy it in bulk I get a discount and it costs $25 a bag. Money is not my biggest concern however. I don’t have kids so spending alittle more on the dogs is no big deal but my biggest problem is the fact that I can’t buy this food anywhere else. It is inconvenient. My question is, is there any other food that is high quality that can be bought at most stores that is also good for a senstive stomach? Right now my dogs have healthy skin and coats and are in general good health other than a few hereditary diseases, which is how I obtained them due to previous owners not wanting to deal with their medical care. Both were in very bad shape when I got them and people are amazed at how beautiful they have become. I don’t want to lose that. I know that bad food will cause their coats to dull and may even cause a drop in health. I’m alittle nervous about switching their food so I am just wanting suggestions. Thank you.
Mutt-Lover- I think you have given some wonderful options. I agree that that Wellness brand is one of the best. The only problem I have found is that it is not very tasty to dogs. Most won’t eat it. Thanks though I may try it anyway. I’ve never offered it to the dogs I have now. They may like it.

Thanks to everyone else too. Great ideas.

Which ingredance looks better A or B for dog food?

(A) All Natural Ingredients
Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, White Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flax Seed, Sun Cured Alfalfa Meal, Sunflower Oil, Chicken, Lecithin, Monocalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Linoleic Acid, Rosemary Extract, Sage Extract, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (source of Vitamin E), Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (source of B2), Beta Carotene, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, D-Biotin, Sodium Selenite, Dried Papaya, Vitamin B12 Supplement.

(B) Alfalfa

Alfalfa is one of the most nutritionally complete foods, providing nutrients needed by dogs to sustain wellbeing. The green leaves of the alfalfa plant are an excellent source of digestible soluble fiber and chlorophyll. Alfalfa has also been shown to be a source of protein and rich source of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. It also contains the entire spectrum of known vitamins including Vitamin A (Beta Carotene), Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Niacin, Biotin, Choline, Pantothenic acid, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Tocopherols), and Vitamin K.

Antioxidants
Antioxidants are a necessity to every diet, including your dogs. Antioxidants are powerful compounds that neutralize free radicals – natural substances produced by the body as it ages – to help your dog maintain a healthy, active life. Dogs naturally produce their own antioxidant Vitamin C, but other antioxidant nutrients such as Vitamin E, Beta Carotene, and the trace mineral Selenium must be consumed in their daily diets. The best food sources of antioxidant nutrients are fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains – all foods most dogs like but don’t regularly get to eat.

This is why we included lots of antioxidant rich fruits and vegetables in Life’s Abundance®, something most pet food manufacturers don’t do. It’s also why we made the healthy decision to enhance our food with a patented grapeseed extract. The all-natural, red grape seed extract used in our food is rich in powerful plant-based antioxidants called proanthocyanidins. Some of these proanthocyanidins, most notably oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs), are very powerful antioxidants – many times more potent than Vitamins E, C and Beta-Carotene.

Apples
Apples provide a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin C, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, and Folate which help protect cells and keep them healthy. Apples are also loaded with Quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that may be a major reason why the old saying about eating “an apple a day” has been associated with good health.

Bacteria Cultures:
Life’s Abundance® contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms. Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Lactobacillus Casei, Bifidobacterium Thermophilum and Enterococcus Faecium are specially selected active cultures provided by Life’s Abundance® to help maintain a healthy immune and digestive function. They are specially processed to remain active even after cooking and are guaranteed to be in every serving of Life’s Abundance® your dog enjoys!

Brewer’s Dried Yeast
Brewer’s dried yeast is loaded with highly digestible protein with an exceptional amino acid balance and contains an abundance of natural minerals and vitamins, especially B Complex Vitamins (except B12). Brewer’s dried yeast helps the digestive system work at peak efficiency, allowing your pet to get even more nutrition from our wholesome foods.

Carrots
Carrots are bursting with beta-carotene (or Vitamin A), a powerful antioxidant that helps to keep your dog’s skin and eyesight healthy. Carrots also contain Vitamins C, D, E, and K, Riboflavin, Niacin, Calcium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Sodium, and Iron.

Catfish Meal
Our top quality fish meal is made by drying the freshest catfish at a low temperature, creating a concentrated, highly-digestible protein source. In addition to being an excellent source of protein, catfish meal provides natural DHA and EPA, the most important of all the Omega-3 fatty acids. Vital for a strong healthy heart and central nervous system, DHA and EPA can also help promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.

Celery
Celery is packed with beneficial fiber, Potassium and Vitamin C to help your dog maintain good health. It also contains some Vitamin A, Calcium, and the antioxidants Lutein and Zeaxanthin.

Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is a high quality fat source rich in Omega-6 fatty acids for outstanding skin and coat condition. In addition to providing essential fatty acids, it is more digestible than most fats and provides a superior long term energy source. The chicken fat used in Life’s Abundance® foods is naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols (a source of natural Vitamin E) to maintain freshness.

Chicken Meal, the FIRST ingredient in Life’s Abundance®.
Meat is the most natural source of protein for dogs and contains the amino acids most important to pet health. With chicken meal as our first ingredient, you can be assured that not only does your dog get a generous portion of real chicken, but also a superior balance of amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals for muscle development, energy and healthy organs. We use only naturally grown chicken for our chicken meal – every batch is made using a slow roasting method that allows the fat and water to be released as the chicken cooks, creating a concentrated, highly-digestible protein and fat source.

Dried Beet Pulp (sugar removed)
Beet Pulp is the vegetable matter that remains after sugar is extracted from sliced grey sugar beets. It is an excellent source of soluble fiber and helps to maintain a healthy digestive tract and promote normal stools.

Eggs
Eggs are one of nature’s most nutrient dense foods and play an important part of a balanced diet. They are considered a complete protein source providing essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals (Vitamins A, B, E, K, Biotin, and Sulfur) that can make a significant contribution to healthy growth and muscle development. Eggs also provide healthy fats such as Omega-6 for healthy skin and coat.

Flax Seed Meal
Flax seed meal is the richest plant source of antioxidant lignans and Omega-3 fatty acids that both help support an active immune system. The high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in flax seed meal also help promote healthy skin and a shiny coat. Flax seed meal also has a very high level of highly digestible protein and essential amino acids needed to keep dogs fit and healthy. In addition, flax seed meal contains high amounts of fiber (aids in digestion), Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and is extremely high in the minerals Potassium, Calcium and Phosphorus.

Ground Brown Rice
Brown rice is natural whole grain rice that provides fiber as well as valuable quantities of minerals and essential B vitamins. It is highly digestible and an excellent high quality complex carbohydrate source for energy and fiber for colon health.

Potatoes
Potatoes are a real energy provider for your dog as they provide an excellent source of highly digestible complex carbohydrates. They contain an abundance of potassium and magnesium, minerals required for healthy muscles and a strong heart. Potatoes are also a good source of Vitamin C.

Proteinated Mineral Package:
(Copper Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, and Zinc Proteinate)
Proteinated minerals are organic minerals complexed with natural protein amino acids. By acting like a protein they offer better absorption, resulting in more efficient use of the regular trace minerals.

Spinach
Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals, particularly Folate, Vitamin K, Magnesium, Iron and Manganese. It is exceptionally rich in Beta Carotene and Lutein which keep your dog’s eyesight healthy and also Quercetin, a ‘phytochemical’ with antioxidant properties.

good food for a dog’s skin?

healthy skin? i heard hard boiled eggs for good for coat
what’s good for their skin?

What is a good dog food thats not expensive?

im feeding them beneful and i know its not good for them. i hear so much i just want to feed them the best im feeding them salmon healthy skin now
What about iams?

Can I have money saving tips because I want a dog and I wnt my family to save money?

I need tips on how to save money for a dog and to take care of a dog. Tips please!

Thanks ALOT!!!

need 5 tips on dog care please.?

i just got a new dog

Can you guys please give me tips on dog caring?

well i am getting a dog next month and i need tips beacuase this is gonna be my first dog and im getting a chihuahua and also can you also give me some good names ita a female

Looking for tips on dog hair care?

Type of Dog: Australian Shepherd

What I want to know is primarily, what all can be done to help maintain/reduce shedding? I brush him once a day with both a shedding sheer and a 2 sided (one soft side, one metal) brush.

Second: Foods, products, (certain shampoos or anything that can be put into his food), for a healthier coat. I figure, yes sure he will continue losing hair. He’s got a lot of it and it’s summer so it’s natural, but not all of it can be dead hair that he is losing. Not to mention if his hair is healthier it will reduce the loss of hair, if only a little bit. My friend cooks 1 egg (no grease, salt, pepper etc) and puts it in her dogs food for a healthier coat as well.

Last problem, the back of his back legs, all of the hair back there is dead and looks terrible no matter how much I brush it. Is it because that is what he sits on and there is nothing that can be done? Or is there some sort of topical I can use on him to improve the condition of the dog‘s hair?

TY in advance.

Does anyone have any care tips for Hairless Dogs?

I will be getting a Hairless Dog in about a month. Although I’ve had many dogs, I’ve never had a Hairless one. Is there anything I need to know about owning a Hairless Dog? I know to keep him warm, and to put sunscreen on him. What else?

Thank you.

baby puppies?

i have 6 puppies 6 days ago they make a lot of noise what is normal and what should i be listening for if there’s a problem?

Can i feed my 2 week old puppies baby formula?

my dog recently gave birth to 6 maltipoos (mixed maltese and poodle), but she doesn’t seem to be producing as much milk as the puppies need. Is it possible to feed the puppies baby formula for now?

How do you know when baby puppies can be seperated from their mothers?

My dog had babies and we’ve had the dogs for a while now, how old do you think they should be for the appropriate time to give them away? They eat dog food and drink water already but sometimes try to get milk from their mother. Do you think we are able to give them away yet? Its been a couple weeks. Baby a month.

How long does it take to have baby puppies?

Okay, how long does it take for a dog to have puppies, from when she starts digging (under my bed), her temperature has dropped, and shes hiding.

When can baby puppies eat on their own?

how old do baby puppies have to be until they can eat regular dog food.

REASONABLE price for pet care services? What would YOU pay?

I want to start pet sitting and dog walking.
What is a reasonable amount to charge that you personally would pay for for your pets/if you have pets?

Here is a flyer I made and ordered: http://i40.tinypic.com/2njiwhu.jpg
I am not sure if I should order there business cards I made because I’m not sure if this “business” will even work out?: http://i40.tinypic.com/33af3bn.jpg

Here is a website I’ve started but I am not close to finished yet: happypaws.tk

Any advice?
No overnight stay and I would have to do the services very local..

Can Animal Services take my dog?

I own a Rat Terrier and I love it with all my heart. I just got home from work and there was a note on the garage that stated that Animal Services took my dog and i have to pay a fine of $250. The note said that the reason that they took the dog was because it was unattended with no water (which is a total lie because i leave water inside his dog hous). I always leave my dog in my backyard tied to his dog house and when i get home i take him inside. Everything was unexpected. I talked to my neighbors and they said that the dog is always well attended and always taken care of. Why did they do this?? If its any help I live in south florida and I own my home and i have a big backyard.
I WAS ONLY GONE FOR LESS THAN 4 HOURS!! AND I HAVE A BIG TREE UNDER HIS HOUSE!! HES IN THE SHADE THE SHDE FOR THOSE ONLY 4 HOURS!! THEN HES INSIDE THE REST OF THE DAY!!

Can Aminal Services take my dog?

I own a Rat Terrier and I love it with all my heart. I just got home from work and there was a note on the garage that stated that Animal Services took my dog and i have to pay a fine of $250. The note said that the reason that they took the dog was because it was unattended with no water (which is a total lie because i leave water inside his dog hous). I always leave my dog in my backyard tied to his dog house and when i get home i take him inside. Everything was unexpected. I talked to my neighbors and they said that the dog is always well attended and always taken care of. Why did they do this?? If its any help I live in south florida and I own my home and i have a big backyard.
I WAS ONLY GONE FOR LESS THAN 4 HOURS!! AND I HAVE A BIG TREE UNDER HIS HOUSE!! HES IN THE SHADE THE SHDE FOR THOSE ONLY 4 HOURS!! THEN HES INSIDE THE REST OF THE DAY!! AND THERE WAS WATER WHEN I GOT THERE!!

General dog Care?

I want to volunteer in an Animal Shelter. In the past I was afraid of dogs and still am a little. I need community service. I want to be a vet. How to hold a dog? how to approach a dog? how to open a dog‘s mouth? etc.

I’m looking for an alternative for Tru Green lawn care. My dog is very allergic , husband won’t give up lawn .

My 16 year old dog is very allergic to Tru Green chem lawn. Spring being around the corner, Its time for Tru green again. My Husband does not want to stop tru green because of good results and service. But Molly really can’t take it this year. Vet confirmed allergy. Please help if you have any Ideas. Need more information before I put my foot down. We have been using for 8 years, Would 1 year off really matter. You’d think there would be enough chemicals left in the ground to have a good lawn without this year.? Molly is in great shape but I realize this is probably her last summer. It should be allergy free. PLEASE HELP

has your dog ever been to dog day care ?

It looks fun for them!
how much would it be roughly,per day?(UK)
thanks.

What is a dog day care?

I need a dog sitter or a day care with extended hours in St. Charles, MO area?

I am in desperate need for help with my Westie. I work long hours and can hardly afford 20 bucks per visit for someone to let Jack out for a half an hour. I don’t want to give up on having a pet, but I feel bad for him. Can anyone give me suggestions about people they know or a doggy day care with extended hours (past 6)? He is 7 months old and is showing behavior problems because of being kenneled all day. He is so lovable he just needs to get outside for walks more. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated. I can spend about 30 dollars a week for help.

Question for people who work in dog kennels/doggie day care?

I want to ask anyone who works at a doggie day care how much do you get paid? I know it probably varies at different places, but what would you say the average is?

I would love to work at a doggie day care or dog/cat day care because I want to quit the job I have now because I am not happy there. And I love animals, so I know I would enjoy it. I wouldn’t mind cleaning up the boo boos either as long as I get to spend time with the animals.

Do you have to have any special training or do they teach you while you are on the job?

Is there any advice you can give me before I start applying to any of these places?

I have an interview at a dog boarding and doggy day care and grooming place, what should I wear?

So I have an interview at a doggy daycare/grooming place, and I am not sure how to dress for the interview, should I dress casual/ jeans and t-shirt which is what I probably wear on the job or dress up a little more?

Is the Flat Coated Retriever dog a health breed?

Is the Flat Coated Retriever dog a health breed or not?
If not a health breed please tell me what the health issue are.
Thanks

Is the English Setter dog a health breed?

Is the English Setter dog a health breed or not?
If not a health breed please tell me what the health issue are.
Thanks

Which of the following dog breeds is least prone to health problems and is more more calm or settle. Thank you?

Obviously mix breeds have less health problems, but I want an big, easy trainable, calm purebred. So out of the the following what dog is best for being calm and less known to health problems. I know the following are prone to health problems, but which one is least as well as calm.

German Sheperd
Rottweiller
Doberman Pincsher
Golden Retriever

If you know another big/calm purebred less prone to health problems list them, but also give your input on the breeds I listed. THANKS!

How do I get into the dog groups. Breed and health on dogs and cats?

Why aren’t any books about the health of cross breeds dog?

As I know cross breeds won’t be genes influence in health of behaviour.

Lying about myself and being dishonest so I can meet girls?

Im desperate for a girlfreind, I would do anyting

all that be yourself and wait for the right girl to come BS is cute and dandy when your in HS but I’m 20 fucking years old and ive never kissed a girl, I need to kick this shit into overdrive, I’m willing to do every dirty underhanded trick in the book,

I will lie about interest and stuff like taste in music and movies

I will get a dog just to try to meet girls at a park (I HATE dogs and animals in general)

I will lie about an injury with something like “I fell while i was volunteering at the food bank”

I will take stupid classes that I am not interested in

I will start smoking

Hell I changed schools beacuse I couldnt meet a girl in mine (small city college with only like 2000 students and mostly older or black, yeah i said it, i’m just not attracted to dark skin, its not a race thing I dont even like tan girls)

I dont care about a girls personality, and not in a looks are the only thing that counts way, in a I know I’m never gonna meet a nice girl beacuse their only about .00001% of the population kind of way,

I dont care anymore every day that goes by alone my standards drop lower and lower… I hate women for what they have done to me, I used to be a nice guy then i learnd that all women are emotion masochists and hate kindness so now instead of my natural impulses to be nice when a girl talks to me i get nervous and try to keep the balance of insult/ignore on a good ratio. and it kills me inside.

I’m so lonely, what do I have to do to get a girlfriend

question about flee control?

hi all, i am new member and have finally got myself a yorkshire terrier pup after wanting one for years, he is absolutely beautiful his name is timmy, for christmas i received the vinegar book which sounds dull but it really is a fab book anyway in the pet care section it says that if you put a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in with dogs drinking water it acts as a natural deterrent against flees and ticks, has anyone elso heard of this, and do you think it would be safe he is 8wks old, i forgot to ask vet when he was there for injection.
think i may have been misunderstood, i do know about frontline etc. and am more than happy to spend money on these treatments, but was just curious as to this method and thought if it works it may be better the natural way and my pup does not have fleas, just a question.

Snakes – Love them or hate them?

Some people love snakes, some people hate them. Fear of venomous snakes in humans is natural, because some can be harmful or even lethal, but even so, only a very small percent of snakes are poisonous, and most people forget that, because they are uneducated about them. The general hatred towards snakes is developed beyond fear. Those that hate them will either be afraid of snakes from birth, or become brainwashed by the media.

Stories and movies such as “The Jungle Book,” “Rikki Tikki Tavi” and Indiana Jones all have snakes playing an evil character, a bad guy. These are the common stereotypes for any kind of snake. Just think, if you called someone a “snake,” you were probably calling them cold and treacherous, and not a legless reptile. Rarely will you find a snake playing the part of a hero in a movie. And on the news, you only ever hear of big snakes such as anacondas swallowing children, which is quite rare and unlikely. They don’t ever tell you of shy snakes being scared away by humans. Of course, the earliest trace of snakes being portrayed this way goes back to the book of Genesis, in which Satan takes the form of a snake in the Garden of Eden and fools Adam and Eve into sampling the forbidden fruits of the Tree of Knowledge. But this can be interpreted several different ways, just as we have so many different branches of Christianity. Satan is of course evil, and takes on many forms in our life. So, if for example, Satan became a dog, that certainly doesn’t mean that all dogs are evil and wicked as is he.

There are many common misconceptions about snakes that lead people to the idea that they are malevolent killers:
1) Snakes are slimy – Snakes are not slimy, they have smooth and dry scales and they do not ooze some sort of slimy secretion as the word slimy suggests.
2) Snakes are cold-blooded killers – It is true that snakes are cold-blooded, but that just means that their bodies do not produce enough heat. They only kill as a necessity to live, unlike humans, which can kill for greed and power. All heterotrophs have methods of killing: snakes either poison or crush their prey, lions have sharp claws for stabbing and tearing flesh, and humans use tools to stab, slice, or blow up other animals. So what’s so wrong about that? You must be a hypocrite unless you are vegetarian.
3) Snakes have cold, lifeless eyes – So do teddy bears. Snakes don’t have eyelids, so how can they avoid staring at you?
They do play important roles, such as keeping the rodent population in check. (Not that rodents are bad either)

So now the question: what is your opinion? Many people who have ever owned a pet snake can tell you that they make wonderful pets. Snakes are beautiful, graceful creatures. Even the more dangerous kinds are wonderful and fascinating. And even if one bites, you should know that it was a lot more afraid of you than you were of it. They bite only as a matter of self-defense. And if you must answer, take care to give a well explained opinion, not just another stereotype. It is quite true that most people will never be able to overcome their fears of snakes, but they should try to be a little more open-minded and stop going to methods such as killing them or running them over on the road, because most roadkill events can be avoided.

Thank you, I respect your opinions.

Guys, what do u prefer? Honest answers plz thx!?

Brunettes or Blondes (Natural)
Green, Hazel, Brown or Blue eyes
Skinny or Chunky
Lean or muscular
Heavy Makeup, little (highlighting features), none
Curvy or “Flat”
A reader or reading hater
Tall short or average height
Not afraid to be herself or a poser
Athletic or lazy
Stay in bed and read a book or Watch t.v. and eat crap
reader or writer
Good grades or pretends not to care
Tough or sensitive
masks emotions or shows them
freckles or no freckles
short or long fingers
longer legs or longer torso
deep, medium or high voice
soda drinker or water drinker
dog lover or cat lover

Thanks so much!

Is this a realistic goal? Long read…showjumping.?

HI I’m Sarah! I’m just looking for some opinions Please be nice!

So, my goal is to go to the Olympics in show jumping…I know, thousands of riders want it, and it’s pretty much impossible. I want this sooooo bad, it’s what I live for.

About my experience in the horse world: I’m 15-years-old and I’ve been riding for 4 years. I’ve helped train a few horses and I’ve ridden a LOT of green horses. I think I’m close to being able to train a horse completely by myself (1 year). It’s not something I can really measure though. Training horses is about knowledge, understanding and experiece which is something I lack with 4 years experience. I don’t mean train a horse to grand prix haha that would be ridiculous. I believe I could train a horse to training level dressage and jumping 3′ (I’ll tell you more about my riding soon). My experience with horses has been rather different. I started off at a breeding farm which I am VERY happy I left because they have horrible instruction, horse care, and training. What I learned there is to fend for myself and my horse in the horse world and be independent( e.g. of a clingy instructor who does everything). Most of all, I learned how to learn. I know that sounds weird but it’s hard to explain. After that I moved to a place with very little horse sport and there were no instructors(mind you my instructor before only ruined my relationship with my horse, she didn’t know ANYTHING about horses, It makes me so angry). After that I only rode my horse(I will tell you about him soon too). That is where I really taught myself to jump(I had jumped up to 2’6″ at my previous stable) and thank god I was a fit rider and had decent balance and riding skills that I did not ruin my horse. I would say I have natural talent but I can’t measure that for myself and I don’t want to sound arrogant…but at my previous stable I became the best rider(out of riders who had that crappy instructor) in 1 year, which took others at least 4. So anyways, at my 2nd stable I jumped up to 3’6″. When I was at that small little stable I really had to learn by myself. I had a drive to learn as much as I could about horses. I read books, watched DVDS etc. I tried things out and saw if they worked. Being independent in the horse world is important. After that I moved back to a bigger city and found an AMAZING stable. I never learned so much as in that first lesson there. It felt amazing and I was addicted to lessons again. My horse wouldn’t come there for 2 months. At that stable I found dressage and from experiencing the harmony and communication with the horse(as well as learning so much!), I became addicted to dressage and so I stopped jumping and did dressage. Two months later my horse came. Everyone said he was a piece of crap and to sell him but I said no and my parents(lucky lucky lucky lucky me) put him in full training. I stopped lessons then too for 3 months. At the end of the three months my horse was the barn favorite and I had 3 offers for him (as a jumper or dressage horse). I declined and started riding him and now, about 4 months later, here I am and I want to jump. I was in a jumping clinic and it hasn’t been until now that I realize how much I miss jumping.

About my experience with horses: I’ve broken in a few horses, trained a few greenies, and taught my horse how to jump. Ya…that’s it. I’ve ridden some really difficult horses. I’ve been bucked off, thrown into walls and pylons, sent flying over jumps, ditched, and many other falls too.

About me and horses: Horses are my life. That pretty much sums it up. It’s not a little girl phase, I didn’t like horses when I was little, I liked dogs.

About my riding: Dressage: about level 1
Jumping: I’ve jumped a 4′ oxer, that’s it. I had a few lessons last week with a past Olympian and guess what, he loved my riding! He said I have a very unique style. I know that’s not a reason to get hyped up about the Olympics I just thought I’d throw that in.

I can ride A LOT. I will ride as much as I can. Lucky me my parents will fork out the cash for my riding. It’s about $2000 a month right now. They’ll pay for my training and possibly in the future: a grand prix horse. I have access to other peoples horses if I become a really good rider (I’m at a high level sport stable).

My horse:
Name: Starline Comet
Breed: Welsh Cob
Age: 6
Color: Bay
Height: 14.2 1/8″
Gender: Gelding
Discipline: Professionally trained in dressage to level 2 to 3.
Capability: Dressage: Grand Prix (judged by two grand-prix riders)
Jumping: free jumped over 4’6″

Soo, what do you think? Is it a realistic goal for me? Where do you think I could get my horse to? Opinions? Any Questions?

Oh ya… BE NICE OR DON’T ANSWER!!

How do I get health insurance for my dog?

I’m looking into buying a dog and checking out different pet health insurance agencies. Is it worth it? How much does it usually cost for a healthy puppy/dog?

How much is health insurance for a dog? Is it worth it and what exactly does a basic plan cover?

Just out of curiousity, I was wondering about health insurance for a dog. I have heard about it and wondered what exactly it covered, such as basic vet visits, or if it was more for accidents that may occur with your pet. Do you think it is worth it?

I need to get health insurance for my dog and two cats. Do you have any good suggestions?

My dog and two cats are like my children. I will do and spend whatever I can so they are in the best health and live a long time with us. However, vet bills are really expensive so I am thinking about getting pet insurance. Does anyone have any experience in this area and are able to shed light on which programs provide good coverage?

Is health insurance for a dog really worth it?

We have a new puppy, an English mastiff female. While we aren’t ever going to get acupuncture for the dog or anything outlandish, we certainly plan on taking good care of her and giving her reasonable vet care. We got a flier for animal health insurance from Iams. I know there are several plans out there, is there a comparison or review website for me to use for research?

Does anyone know a good website where I can find health insurance for my dog?

My dad told me that his friend got health insurance for his dog. The poor dog just recently got leg surgery and what would’ve costed $6,000 only costed $30 because of animal insurance. Does anyone know where I can look for insurance for my dog. I need to get him a check- up and neutered.
Thanks 4 the answers. How do I get my dog registered at the AKC? Yes he’s a purebred 2yr. old Golden Retriver. I don’t have any papers from his previous owner yet.