Is there any real way to dissuade my cats from urinating on the walls/carpet of our apartment where previous tenants' cats have urinated previously?
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posted by khelvan
on Mar 13, 2010 -
13 answers
Can pets really ease depression? My husband is suffering from work-related depression at the moment, he is seeing a therapist for this. When we were discussing getting a pet, we thought it would be best to ask the therapist before going ahead with the idea. The therapist's answer was: if you want one, get one. The problem is that we do not know if it is a good idea or not.
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posted by tweemy
on Jan 30, 2010 -
41 answers
My cat has Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia. YANAV, but please tell me your experiences with a pet diagnosed with IMHA.
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posted by motsque
on Jan 28, 2010 -
3 answers
Cat Behavioralist Filter: Can I get my cat to stop chewing on her tail in a trance-like fashion?
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posted by airguitar2
on Jan 19, 2010 -
14 answers
How do I get my newly adopted 2 year old dog to stop whining & barking when I'm gone at work?
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posted by cuando
on Jan 4, 2010 -
18 answers
Do tabby cats grow more stripes as they get older, or do their stripes just get bigger?
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posted by ish__
on Dec 16, 2009 -
12 answers
Our dog died at the vets office after surgery, is it reasonable for us to ask for a refund?
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posted by missanissa
on Nov 30, 2009 -
21 answers
My cat is used to getting a lot of attention, but is now left home alone for most of the day. How can I ensure she doesn't feel too lonely?
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posted by reenum
on Oct 13, 2009 -
15 answers
I'm a potential dog adopter. Is there a responsible way to "shelter-shop", and if so how do I do it?
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posted by olinerd
on Oct 3, 2009 -
23 answers
I need help identifying the breed of my rabbit!
This is
Kyo. One ear sticks up, the other lays against her head. She's a bit smaller than my 2 yr old American short hair cat. Only other striking feature is a roll of fat under her neck.
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posted by caveat
on Sep 11, 2009 -
10 answers
What are the chances my cat will be intercepted in the car crossing the Channel?
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posted by Zinda68
on Sep 4, 2009 -
5 answers
The gas burner was left on overnight, on a low setting. Should we be concerned about the health of our dog?
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posted by kiki_s
on Aug 22, 2009 -
5 answers
DC Filter: Obedience class recommendation to improve recall/ "come" command for my bird hunting-obsessed English Setter?
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posted by picapica
on Aug 3, 2009 -
1 answer
My diabetic cat has an off-again-on-again pancreas, so his insulin needs vary. I asked my vet about home monitoring using a glucometer. The vet said no one she knows who's tried it with a cat has succeeded. I tried it following
this excellent video and found it was a piece of cake. Now we adjust his insulin based on twice-a-day readings, just as humans do (three times a day). I'm considering offering free home-monitoring training to owners of diabetic pets in my community who might benefit from home testing, as a public service. Do you think this would be useful?
posted by markcmyers
on Jul 29, 2009 -
7 answers
I have two new dwarf rabbits in my family and I need some naming help from the hive mind. I've been noodling around names for two weeks now and I'm just drawing a blank. "Bunnnnneeeee!" and "bayyyybbbbeeeeeeee bunny!" just isn't cutting it anymore. Details and (killer-cute) pics inside.
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posted by _Mona_
on Jul 27, 2009 -
46 answers
Have any major pets stores (petland, petco, ....) been linked directly to puppy mills?
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posted by isopropyl
on Jun 23, 2009 -
8 answers
My niece is coming to stay with us for several months and wants to bring her pet rat (think small, cute mouse
(picture here) but friendlier). None of the airlines seem to allow rodents in the cabin. What's the best way to get her pet cross country (NC to CA)? Can she smuggle it on board in her carryon?
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posted by metahawk
on Jun 20, 2009 -
25 answers
What's the recommended action to take and agencies to contact when faced with an animal stuck in a locked car in 100 deg heat?
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posted by arcticseal
on Jun 13, 2009 -
25 answers
My husband has given me a deadline of two weeks to keep our cat from waking us up at night. If I can't change her or find a home for her he will insist on giving her to a shelter. (alternatively, if you live near Ft. Wayne In and would like to adopt the cat)
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posted by Niomi
on Jun 9, 2009 -
131 answers
I am a biology student at the University of Utah specializing in animal behavior, and I have a particular interest in cephalopods (squid, octopi, cuttlefish.) Everything I know about them is from reading, and I would love to have the opportunity to observe one in real life, and perhaps even interact with it if that would be possible. Does anyone in the Salt Lake area have a pet octopus or know of one that I might be able to meet?
posted by Cambrian_Sea
on May 7, 2009 -
7 answers
Help me find consensus from the hive mind. I have been wanting and preparing and planning to get my very own dog, my first dog, for years. However the question that keeps raising its head, is should I, given my personal circumstances?
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posted by Elfasi
on Apr 2, 2009 -
37 answers
I will be driving from Rochester NY to Steamboat Colorado with my two dogs. I'll be looking for dog friendly accomodations. Any unique or special locations I should shoot for?
Thanks
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posted by Palmerpoodles
on Mar 17, 2009 -
7 answers
My friend's bulldog just ate a 4 inch square piece of Shamwow before we could stop her. Is she in danger? Should we make her throw up? Is it going to swell in her stomach? Has anyone had any experience with dealing with this?
posted by Tesseractive
on Mar 16, 2009 -
15 answers
Pet Bird filter: My friend's cockatiel is egg-bound (meaning that the egg is not passing) and she has no local or close access to a bird vet. What to do?
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posted by kch
on Mar 11, 2009 -
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A couple of months ago, our 3-year-old spayed female beagle-terrier mix started shaking every time we went for a ride in the car. We're picking up a new vehicle today - what, if anything, can we do to make this car a 'happy place' and avoid the shakes?
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posted by um_maverick
on Feb 25, 2009 -
10 answers
How much would it cost to transport a medium sized dog to Canada from the Philippines?
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posted by Iax
on Feb 20, 2009 -
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My dog has damaged (bitten through the skin) 3 other dogs and was just diagnosed with heartworm. I know it's a bit impersonal to ask online, but can help me figure out when it is time to consider putting down my pet?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 17, 2008 -
22 answers
For minor pet health questions: suggest websites that are comprehensive & user-friendly? I'd like to avoid unnecessary vet visits.
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posted by pseudostrabismus
on Oct 30, 2008 -
10 answers
Will the drug that my vet prescribed kill my cat? It's unapproved for use in the US.
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posted by Braeog
on Sep 23, 2008 -
11 answers
Where can I find the fabric/material several grocery chains are using to make cheap reusable bags these days? Is it as cheap as it appears?
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posted by mikepop
on Aug 27, 2008 -
7 answers
Desert Dwelling Dog Owners: any tips for a puppy used to relieving himself on nice, cool, North Dakota grass?
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posted by whiskey point
on Aug 23, 2008 -
6 answers
