Breed Information: Old English Sheepdog?Also called the Bobtail, Old English Sheepdogs are strong, compact, muscular dogs with an immensely shaggy coat that covers their entire body. Originally developed from drover's dogs, this breed has a loud, distinctive sounding bark, which he uses to announce any occurrences he deems peculiar.
Akita Breeders in Manchester, England?Are there any Akita breeders in or around the manchester area?
How do you know when to breed your dog?How do you know when to breed your dog at the right time?
New Puppy Advice?I just purchased an 8 week old Bulldog. I have two 7 year old Shar Pei's at home already. The last couple of days the female Shar Pei has been acting really weird, smelling everything and not wanting to leave my side. The first few days the new puppy did not bother her, now could she be thinking this is her baby?
Dog Peeing Problem?I have an 8 month old MALE German Shorthair puppy. He is a big dog in size yet still has the heart of a puppy. I have never had this problem with a dog before.
What Breed is My Dog?We got Sage from the shelter, and they said she was 6-10 years old. The vet says she's 4 or 5. She has white hairs on her muzzle. She's probably full-grown at 35 pounds. The shelter warned us that she liked to be dominant among other dogs and they were right.
Gecko Costume Pattern for Dog?I am trying to find a lizard (gecko) costume pattern for a small dog (XX-Small). Our local community is having a Gecko Fest and I would love to dress my 4# Chihuahua "Dixie" up as a gecko. Any suggestions?
Getting Dogs to Not Chase Cats?I have 2 small dogs that get along with my friend's cats, until one of cats starts to move! The dogs will sit next to the cats, be nose-to-nose with them and will even try to play with them.
What Breed is My Dog?What breed is my dog? Maybe a Golden Kuvasz? He is 4 years old. I found him when he was 8 months old outside of my house. At first he seemed to be a Golden or Labrador, but now I think that his face is like that of a White Kuvasz.
What Breed is My Dog?I don't know which breed my dog is. It looks a little bit like a Jack Russell. Please help.
Re-House Training a Dog?Our puppy Lilly, who we have dubbed a Lab/Boxer mix, is now close to 4 months old. After bringing her home 3 weeks ago, I noticed that she seems to be terrified of being outside at night even though I go with her.
Can Vaccinated Puppies Test Positive for Parvo?If you give a puppy a 5 way live vaccine for parvo, etc. then have it tested the next day, will it test positive for parvo?
Puppy Pad Trained Dog Now Peeing on Rug?I have a 1 year old pup that has been apartment trained to use pee pads. She now has a problem once in awhile (not everyday) and pees on the rug and on my bed. Help.
What Breed is My Dog?I would like to know your opinion on what Pitbull mix this is. He is about 6 months old and small. Thank you.
Dog Marking in the House When He Sees a Cat or Person Outside?Our 2yr. old Pug started marking in the house when he sees a cat or sometimes people passing our door. He is a very friendly dog with animals and people, but when he has a door between him and them he barks then marks. What do I do?
Dog Digging in Carpet?My dog is obsessed with one particular corner of our carpet. She won't stop digging. No cat has ever been here. Is there something I can spray to keep her away from it?
Dog is Peeing Next to Pee Pad?Why is my chihuahua peeing on floor beside the pee pad? She was doing so well. She is now 1 year old and I know she knows better.
Dog Pees in House When One of the Owners Not at Home?I have a 3 year old female Siberian Husky. We adopted her a little over two years ago from the Humane Society. She is completely housebroken and over all a very well behaved dog.
Working With a Skittish Dog?I have this dog and have had her for years. She's very very skittish of everything. I'm going out of my mind with her. We moved to a new apartment in February (it's July) and she's great in the apartment, but once she goes outside she's terrified of any kind of noise.
Getting a Puppy With a Splint to Eat?How do I get a 5 week old puppy with a splint, to eat?
What Breed is My Dog?How do I tell if she is a husky/german shepherd mix?
Finding a Low Cost Vet in Maine?I have a dog that needs surgery on both back knees, not at the same time, but for both it's going to cost me 600.00. I am on disability and that's not much. I would love to get this done so he can stay on his feet. He is just over a year old.
Training a Dog Not to Go Pee in the Lake?We just moved to a lake house and my Lab has gotten into the habit of going into the lake to pee. Any idea how I can stop this behavior? I am not thrilled. She is doing this for obvious reasons. Any ideas, besides moving?
Advice for Dog With Prickly Lumps?My 13 month old Staffy has just came out over night with prickly lumps all over her body. She is eating and drinking OK. Any advise please?
What Breed is My Dog?What is my dog mixed with? He's about 70 pounds and his age is 12. If this has any significance (I don't think it does) he has a very high pitched bark. We know he has yellow Lab in him, but what else? What do you think?
What Breed is My Dog?I was wondering what mix my dog is? I know it is half Pit, but am not sure otherwise.
Puppy Will Pee Outside But Not Poop?I have a pet Schnoodle who is 12 weeks old. I have had him since he was 8 weeks old. I am having problems with toilet training him to do solids outside. He has been fine with liquid waste and will go whenever he is put outside and instructed to do so.
Are Elm Tree Berries Harmful to Dogs?Are elm tree berries harmful to puppies?
Problems House Training a One Year Old Dog?How do I house train my Poodle? He is almost 1 year old and still not house trained! I'm frustrated with him.
Natural Fly Repellent for Use on Pets
?I have a problem with flies eating my dogs' ears (I have three dogs). However, I do not like the product they sell here as a repellent as it seems to have petrol inside. Is it possible to get a natural repellent with its composition. Thank you for any response I may get.
Resident Dog Pooping in the House Since Arrival of New Puppy?I have a 7.5 year old Beagle that has never pooped in the house. He is very well behaved and independent. A week back we brought a new Bloodhound puppy (7 weeks old) into the house. Now my Beagle has started pooping in the house. What can I do to stop this behavior?
Low Cost Pet Clinic Near South Gate California?We have a dog named Kenny. When he first got him we noticed a hanging foreskin on the bottom of his stomach, which we were told it was a cyst. It is now grown bigger with blisters and they told us he has a tumor. We need a low cost or free clinic we can go to.
Advice for a Diabetic Dog Allergic to Salmon Protein in Insulin?I have a 7 year full breed Cairn Terrier. He has suffered with food allergies for years. Recently he was diagnosed with diabetes and is now insulin dependent twice a day with his meals. He is now having worse allergies, because unknown to me there is salmon protein in insulin.
Dogs Have Started Pooping Inside?My dogs have decided to potty in the house, it seems they will hold themselves til they come in. Especially now that's colder, they will just stand at the door. They especially like to use one upstairs bedroom to poop in, even after they pooped outside!
Litter Box Training a Puppy?How do I litter train a Blue Nose Pit puppy?
Best Diet for an Overweight Dachshund With Yeast Infection Issues?I am looking for an inexpensive way to feed my dachshund the best diet for him. He is overweight and has many yeast/infection issues. Thank you.
Helping a Two Year Dog and a Puppy Get Along?I would just like to know if anyone can help me teach my 2yr old Staffy and my 9 week old Pit Bull to be friends! At the moment because my Pit Bull Chalry is so playful and hyper my Staffy Kai doesn't seem to like her and he even bit her face because of a toy they both wanted to play with!
What Breed is My Dog?What is my dog's breed?
Paper Training an Older Dog?I adopted a 3 year old female Chihuahua two weeks ago. The previous owner assured me she was paper or pad trained, but since I have had her here, that hasn't been so. I can't make her go on the pads/paper unless she is confined to a very small area.
Training a Small Dog Not to Attack Visitor's Shoes?I have a 9 month old Jack Russel cross Patterdale. He's lovely, but when people come into my garden he bites their shoes and won't let go. He only does this when in the garden though. Any ideas?
Dealing With Toy Aggression in Dogs?I have 2 dogs. The first is an Australian Shepherd mix (female: 2 1/2 years) and the other is a Pit Bull (male: 4 months). They get along for the most part, but the older dog gets somewhat aggressive when it comes to sharing toys.
Making Soft Dog Treats?Does any one know how to make soft dog treats with baby food and wheat germ? There is more to the recipe that I found on thriftyfun.Thanks.
Yorkie's Hair Not Growing Long?Why didn't my Yorkie ever get long hair?
Previously House Trained Dog Peeing and Pooping Inside?I have a 2 year old Italian Greyhound/Pug mix (pugit) His name is Charlie. Charlie is a rescue dog. He was received by a family that could not handle him and then passed to us. (myself and two kids)
Jealous Older Dog Pooping Inside?We have a 6-8 year old Chorkie and a 2-3 month old Shweenie puppy. The Chorkie is potty trained to go outside and has been really good until the puppy got here. The puppy is potty-pad trained.
Financial Help for Pet Surgery Costs?My 3 year old Chihuahua, Shakira, has developed glaucoma in her right eye due to a cat scratch she received awhile back. So, a few weeks ago I had to rush her to the emergency because almost overnight her eye just got so bad, and her eye was bleeding.
Housetrained Yorkie Has Started Peeing in the House?I'm a little worried that we offer my 6 month Yorkie too many potty breaks, which has trained him to need to relieve himself every hour or so.
How Often to Feed a Six Week Old Puppy?I have a six week old Yorkie. How often do you feed?
House Trained Dog Peeing and Pooping Inside?I recently brought a new puppy to my house. My 5 year old dog is house broken. I'm potty training the new puppy. All of the sudden my old dog is peeing on the puppy training pads and pooping in my leather couch. What can I do?
Potty Training Older Possibly Abused Dogs?I just moved back in with my parents to help them out, but their dogs (a Beagle/Pug mix and a Chihuahua/Pug mix) pee in the house. They were both adopted and we suspect an abusive past. Plus they aren't the sharpest tools in the shed.
Homemade Doggy Carrier Ideas?I am looking for ideas for my dogs. I have a mini Pin/Chi (5 months) and a 6 yr old full size Cowpie. They love to ride on the 4 wheelers, the Kubota tractor, riding lawn mowers, anything that I get on they want on.
Treating a Dog's Infected Toenail?What can I do for my dog's infected toenail? It's not bad yet, is there anything I can try before I go to the vet?
Treating a Dog with Tapeworms?What home remedy can I give my dog to get rid of tapeworms?
Preventing Tear Staining on Dog Fur?Our dog is a cross between American Eskimo and Miniature Poodle. She has the same problem as most Poodles, the eyes water and the snout gets a brown tint from the tears. Is there anything that can be done to stop the staining?
Dog Won't Go Play in Yard Where Puppy Pottied?We rescued a Fox Terrier mix about 6 years ago and he always enjoyed running around and playing in our fenced in back yard. Though he very seldom went to the bathroom in our yard. Last March, we decided to bring home a second similar mix from the same shelter.
House Training an Adult Dog?I am getting my male fixed, he's 4. I put in a doggie door and he still goes in the house. I don't know what to do. I tried the belly wrap. Any suggestions?
Scents That Deter Dogs?Does anyone know of a scent that dogs do not like? I've heard that there are certain scents you can use outdoors to deter deer, etc. Well, I want to know what dogs hate to smell.
Keeping Pets from Urinating on Furniture Legs?What can I spray on my furniture legs that will keep my dogs from urinating on them? What scent will they not go near?
Information on Cavoodles (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel X Poodle)?Can someone tell me a little more, basic stuff personality and how big, etc.?
Home Remedy for Dog's Ear Infection?My dog has a bad ear infection. It is swollen. I need a home remedy please?
Removing Pollen Stains from Dog's Fur?Our dog rubbed against a vase of lilies and has yellow stains on its fur. We obviously can't use powerful cleaners on a dog's skin. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Keeping an Old Dog Warm?I have a Poodle age 9, she sleeps inside on a heated dog bed at night. Should I put a dog sweater on her also, or will that make her too hot? How hot is too hot for a dog?
Vitamin E fro Preserving Homemade Dog Treats?How much vitamin E would I add to a basic dog biscuit recipe in order to preserve it and extend the shelf life? How do I acquire the vitamin E? The only form of vitamin E I am familiar with is the capsules that you can purchase at health food, grocery stores, or pharmacies.
Training a Puppy Not to Poop in House?My 2 month Shih Tzu will pee on his pads, but he will poop somewhere else. Please help.
Excessive Barking and Biting?How can we get our Yorkipoo to stop barking? And if someone approaches me she turns into a crazy lady, growling, barking, and biting. She bit my husband the other night. I have no idea of what to do.
Information on American Eskimo/German Shepherd mix?I'm considering getting an American Eskimo/German Shepherd mix. Could anyone give me some information on this mixed breed?
What Breed is My Dog?I'm 99% sure my dog has Chihuahua in her, but don't know what other breed of dog or dogs that she has in her. She has black straight hair that just lays down on her body, but her legs, paws, and head is brown. Her face comes slightly to a point.
Hedgehog Dog Toy from Dogtronics?Dogtronics claims that Walmart and Kmart, among others carry their products, particularly the battery powered hedgehog.So far I have not been able to find it. Any suggestions?
Training a Dog to Not Run Away?My dog always runs a way; how can I stop him?
Dog Afraid of Loud Noises?My dog is 6 years old and we got her 1 week ago. She is so scared of loud noises like the vacuum, when trucks drive by, and little shining decorations for Christmas.
Bull Terrier's Ears Not Standing Up?I have a 3 month old Bull Terrier. How old do you think they should be when their ears stand up on their own? Does massaging them help or do I have to tape them?
House Training a Pit Bull?How do I get my Pit Bull to quit peeing in the house? I take her out and she just sits there and looks at me.
House Training Yorkie Puppies?I have two 3 month old Yorkies. A male and a female (different litters). They insist on being together at all times. They not only poo and pee in their small crate, but they play in it!
Training a 10-Month Puppy to Go Outside?I started fostering a 10 month old Labrador Retriever. He is very sweet, but has a very short attention span and never stops pacing. We are crate-training him and he has never had an accident in the crate.
Rescue Dog Afraid of Resident Dog?I just adopted a 5 year old female Collie type rescue dog. I have a 4 year old female Border Collie mix that is very mouthy. Molly (adopted) is very intimidated by Lila, our dog and runs for the hills when Lila barks or gets near her.
What Breed is My Dog?He is about 4 and half months old and already weighs 53lbs. When we adopted him, the pound had Setter/Dalmatian mix. But some people tell me he looks like he has some Dane and Pit in him.
Surrendering a Dog That You Can't Keep?I am looking for the best place to give away my one year old Miniature Schnauzer in Houston, Texas. This dog was given to me at 2 months and I cannot control her. It is so bad now she jumps on my back and back legs and tries to bite me.
Previously House Trained Pooping and Peeing in House?I have a 1.5 year old Schnauzer who was perfectly house trained; I trained him myself. When we adopted another 9 month old female Schnauzer who I still cannot train, he also began to pee everywhere. I have tried positive reinforcement with treats.
Finding a Westiepoo Breeder?Anyone know where I could get a Westie-Poo? I could travel a bit to get it.
Puppy Stopped Using Pee Pad?I have an 8 month old Chihuahua who's been mostly good about going on the pad. I live in an apartment, so she does all her business there when I can't take her out.
Dog Seems to Have Bruises on Skin?I have a Maltese and I notice when giving him a bath that he looks like he has bruise spots. What can that be?
Teaching Your Dog to Fetch?I am about to add a new dimension to Bruno's playtime. I am going to use the two-toy bait and switch, using two identical toys, to attempt to teach him to fetch. He is not really a puppy anymore, I am not sure how it will go, if he will be interested in it or not. Have any of you done this?
Dog Pees and Poops Inside When Owner Gone?We adopted a Lab almost a year ago. She's doing really good. She was abused with a crate so she is deadly afraid of them will do anything to get out while we are gone. So we started leaving her out while we were gone.
Grooming a Long Haired Dog?I would like advice for grooming dogs with long hair. Please we need help with out white Shepherd, his hair is everywhere. We have too many vet bills for our 6 animals want to avoid groomers, yet have him look decent and not cause razor burns.
Nursing Dog Going in the House at Night?I have a 4 year old nursing Portuguese Waterdog. We have a dog door which she uses during the day. It is also open at night. However at night or when I leave, (even if others are in the house) she urinates and defecates on the carpets.
Dog Losing Hair?I have a 13 week old mini Dachshund that is very playful, eats well, drinks water, and every now and then gets a treat for going potty outside. I noticed on her head first, now it's under her snout, on her front legs up around like her shoulder blades, her belly is almost completely bald and on her chest.
Shelf Life of Pig's Ears?With the pigs ear recipe how long will they stay good for and how should you store them?
Dog Started Peeing in Her Bed?My daughter has been visiting for a week with her 2 cats. They stay in the basement due to our being allergic. Our 5 year old Pug suddenly peed in her dog bed today. She has not done this in 4 years! Do you think she's upset about the cats?
Dog Peeing in the House at Night?My dog was diagnosed with diabetes in December 2012. She's on insulin, 2 x a day. At night she pees in the house. I take her out around 10, and sometime she holds it and other times she doesn't. It's getting so frustrating.
House Training a Pitbull Puppy?I have a 5 month old Pitbull Caucasian mix. My dog is peeing everywhere and I have no idea how to train her to pee in a certain place. Plus when I take her out to pee and poop she never does it, even if I stay outside with her for 3 hours.
Housebroken Dog Pooping Inside and On Sidewalks?I have a six year old Lhasa/Bichon who has been housebroken since puppyhood. For about the past year or two, she has been pooping where we walk; the front and back decks, the walkway to and from our cars.
Puppy Swallowed a Hair Tie?My 9wk old puppy swallowed a hair tie. What will be the signs and symptoms?
Dog Pees in the House When Left Alone?I have two dogs and recently moved in with my boyfriend. If I go out for two, three, or even 4 hours she tends to pee in the kitchen. She also sleeps in there and pees in there some nights as well. Is there anything I can do as it seems like an attention or jealousy problem to me?
Training Dogs to Potty Outside?I have a Jack Russell and a Russell/Yorkie who have been trained to toilet on puppy pads. As I haven't a garden it has been difficult to move the pads outside. How can I retrain them to toilet when I walk them outside only?
House Trained Dog Refusing to Go Outside to Pee?I have a 4 year old mixed breed dog who is trained to go outside. Recently he has started refusing to go outside and now pees in the house. Sometimes he will go outside, but more often than not he won't.
Clothing Free Dog Toy?I need a dog toy that does not include any clothing. Do you have any ideas anyone? Please help me.
Making a Dog Bed from Kitchen Chair Cushions?How would I make a dog bed from an old kitchen chair cushion and old sheets? Do you think it would be comfy if I used a new pool noodle as the sides? P.S. Please tell me your opinions.
House Trained Dog Going In House?I have a five year old Beagle mix. She is completely house trained, and has been since being twelve weeks old.
Dog Poops and Pees on Certain Floors of House?Why does my dog poop and pee only on certain floors of the house? I have a almost 2 year old terrier mix (Maltese/Pom or something like that). Anyhow, he was a shelter dog. I got him at 4 mos old. He was hard to house break. He was crate trained initially.
Fun Exercises for a 3 Legged Dog?Have a 3 year old Chihuahua, Abby. Recently she has gained quite a bit of weight and it's not medical, but me sharing my meals with her and/or treats. I've stopped this and only feed her the recommended amount. Last week I switched her to Blue Buffalo and she really likes it.
Dog has Started Pooping in the House?I have two dogs and my Poodle, who never potties in the house, has started pooping in the house. I let them out and take them on walks and she still does it. Sometimes right after we have been out for a while.
Does My Dog Have Pit Bull in Him?I was wondering if my dog Tank had any Pit Bull in him. He looks like it, but I'm almost 100% sure he's mixed. But idk with what, it might be Lab, but I don't know. He looks like Pit Bull just looking at him. But his mouth looks longer and he has big feet.
