Archive for April, 2010

Question about dog training please help which obedience class do i take her to basic or intermediate?

My dog she knows how to sit and crawl and rollover but i can’t get her to stay or lay i want to take her to training but should i do the basic class or the intermediate and why?
Take her to the basic class. You need to learn how to [...]

How do pet dogs get rabies? How does it transmitted?

my pet is 80 days old. Doctor recommended to take vaccination after 90 days. is there any possibility of getting rabies infection? also will it transmit if the dog licks on our face?
Pet dogs get rabies by being bitten by a wild animal that is infected with rabies, such as a raccoon or fox. Keep [...]

What are some good dog breeds that don’t naturally hunt small animals?

I know the best way for a dog to be accustomed to having a small animal [that is caged] in the house like a guinea pig, is to slowly introduce them to eachother when the dogs a puppy [supervised of course, duh!]. Are there any particular breeds that have strong hunting instincts that I should [...]

do all dogs have around the same number of health problems?

do all dogs have around the same number of health problems?
No, not at all. Dogs from pet stores will have the most health problems. They are from puppy mills where they nor the parents are cared for properly. Also, inbreeding (breeding a brother/sister, father/daughter) is very common. And, genectic diseases are [...]

which brands kill dogs and puppies or makes them sick?

does IAMS smart puppy make dogs sick and which other brands make them sick and which brands don’t… what if my four month old boy puppy, CHeerio , threw up once and is still peppy, hyper and acting OK?
I believe only wet/canned foods were affected by the recall, check it out here to make sure, [...]

What are the symptoms of lime disease in dogs?

I have found at least three tics on my black lab in the past couple of days and don’t know how long they were there. They were pretty swollen,I believe that I got all of it out when I removed it but I just want to make sure I keep an eye on her
Call [...]

Bernese Mountain Dogs for sale in California?

Hi! I’m looking for a Bernese Mountain dog, puppies are ok but perferably around the age of 2 or 3….any ideas or names of good breeder!
the Bernese breed club will put you in touch with breeders.

How much do most Boxer dogs cost?

Also, where can I buy one that costs around 100 or less?
DO NOT buy from a BYB( backyard breeder) that is the only way you’ll get one that cheap. From a reputible breeder you are looking over $600. and higher. If you really must have a boxer there are MANY boxer rescues all over that [...]

my nine month old purebread maltese is pregnet to one of my other maltese dogs?

do i let her have the pups or not this wasnt ment to happen yet so young i need some advice
If you *KNOW* she’s bred(how’d THAT happen? YOUR FAULT!!!),it’s too late for chemical treatment.
Yes,you can spay NOW! DO IT! Your dog will be WAY better off.
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How Do I Train My Dog to Be Under Control Around Other Dogs?

I have a Jack Russell Terrier, just over a year old. I live in an apartment complex where a lot of people own dogs.
When I am walking my dog and he spots another dog, he wildly tries to pull me in that direction. If the dog is close, my dog lets [...]