Archive for December, 2009

What are some of the most effective dog training books to used? Which ones are the best?

I’m trying to buy a good dog training book so I can train my dog at home. There are so many I don’t know which ones would be the best to get. So if you’ve ever used a dog training book, let me know what you thought about it.
Two MUST read books for you are [...]

Do you think that pet dogs should continue to be tested for immunity to rabies before entering the UK?

Currently the UK insists that pet dogs entering our country have had a blood test to prove that their rabies inoculation has worked. The EU will soon be deciding if we will be allowed to maintain that extra level of protection. Anyone have an opinion on that?
Yes, I think it’s a good idea – and [...]

What dog breeds are best for single owners?

I’m looking for a dog just for myself. I know some breeds are good family dogs or really just love being around people. Which breeds would be content hanging out with just me? Of course I still want a friendly dog who will be sociable with friends and family I have over [...]

How have others dealt with watching their dogs health fail?

FIRST he has been to the vet he was diagnosed with a disease called degenerative meylopthy and he also has hip displasia. (sorry about spelling the diseases wrong) He is not in pain because the first disease makes him loose feeling in his legs. He just walked funny for a while now he is draging [...]

Can people get sick from sick dogs?

Recently my sister got a dog from the pound. Now she got diagnosed with kennel cough or something like that. And like most of my are getting sick/colds. So my mom is now trying to blame my sister new dog. So my question is can dogs get people sick.
Dogs can spread diseases to humans. [...]

What are symptoms of small dogs and spray paint fumes?

Its possible my dog either ingested or smelled the spray paint fumes and I wanted to know if anyone knew the symptoms that dogs could possible have? Example vomiting, diarreha etc.
The symptoms you’re looking for are quite similar to those in humans:
*Difficulty breathing
*Faintness/dizziness (she may walk like she’s "drunk")
*Vomiting
*Lethargy
If you think she may have [...]

What’s a good website to find dogs for sale?

What’s a good website to find dogs for sale, but nothing like craigslist please. Thanks
These sites: http://www.petfinder.com/
http://www.adoptapet.com/
Adopt a dog and SAVE A LIFE

When do boxer dogs start showing signs of weight gain when pregnant?

I hear that boxers tend to carry puppies under their ribs and it is hard to notice weight gain until late in the pregnancy. Any pics of pregnant dogs at certain stages may be helpful for me to compare if anyone knows of any sites. Thanks in advance.
http://www.americanboxerclub.org/healthtbc.html
http://www.boxerworld.com/forums/view_boxer-dog-faq.htm

does all maltese dogs have to be white?

I have a dog that looks white and tan, but she looks like a Maltese.
Maltese are pure white. Sometimes they have brown markings around the eye areas caused by tear stains.
They may also have some tan or yellowish markings around the ears but this is usually very rare (breeders will not breed dogs with these [...]

What kind of dogs would make a good indoor pet; with children and cats?

We have young children, and quite a few cats (We’re a bengal cat breeder). We want a dog that can thrive with the chaos that can often be associated with life with a family. The dog would be fixed. We don’t particularly have a ton of spare time, so we don’t want a long haired [...]