When we first got our dog, Brandy, we didn't even know she *could* bark because she never barked. Now that she's come to realize this is her forever home, she's bound and determined to let everyone and anyone know it, so she barks at
everything.
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posted by patheral
on May 6, 2013 -
68 answers
I super love my 4-year old German Shepherd, but his desire to work/have a purpose has not waned with age, and I feel like he would be so much happier in life if I could help him find that purpose. His favorite thing on earth is playing fetch, but I know I can give him more than that. Suggestions?
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posted by corn_bread
on Mar 26, 2013 -
11 answers
My puppy does not want to go through the door at doggy day care. Is there any likely explanation other than she just doesn't want to go there?
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posted by dilettante
on Jan 16, 2013 -
19 answers
After doing tons of breed research and visiting shelters and rescues, I have finally found the write dog for me. I purchased a miniature dachshund from a reputable breeder in my hometown. She is only three weeks old right now, so I have five weeks to prepare for her arrival in my home. I do have a few questions that I hope Mefites can help me with.
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posted by SkylitDrawl
on Nov 27, 2012 -
17 answers
I want to train my dog to stay, come, and heel (or, "come in closer, but you don't have to come right up to me"). How do I do this?
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posted by jsturgill
on Sep 24, 2012 -
12 answers
My dog "chews" bed sheets. She leaves no holes, which is why I use quotation marks. She sits on the floor close to the bed and nibbles with her front teeth on the edge of the bed. She's done this for years; she's an eight year old pit bull. Does anyone know why she does this?
posted by Kazimirovna
on Sep 5, 2012 -
11 answers
My adult dog lost a tooth a couple weeks ago after chewing on a Nylabone. I took the bone away, and was planning to make an appointment for cleaning/ scaling in a month or so, when I could afford it. Today I found another tooth and now I'm more worried that this is something that can't wait. Help please!
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posted by GastrocNemesis
on Jun 6, 2012 -
15 answers
Seeking suggestions for dog-friendly camping and hiking in the Upper Midwest -- Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula.
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posted by compartment
on May 8, 2012 -
6 answers
My girlfriend is moving from an apartment in NYC to my house in Connecticut next week with her cat. I have two dogs. Do we have a future?!
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posted by houseofdanie
on Apr 14, 2012 -
15 answers
Our dog is decidedly more manic when left alone with me. Is it normal for dogs to behave very differently with two different caregivers? How can I make things better for her where I'm concerned?
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posted by peripathetic
on Mar 22, 2012 -
9 answers
Traveling from Seattle to Southern California with three dogs... looking for places along the road where we can stop and play!
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 7, 2012 -
11 answers
Our greyhound Hoover lacks confidence, is unhappy, and seems to have other emotional problems. We're at a loss. Help us help our dog, please.
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posted by QuakerMel
on Feb 12, 2012 -
21 answers
What kind of household is a good match for a miniature pinscher? When does their high energy become a problem?
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posted by mintchip
on Feb 11, 2012 -
8 answers
Looking to buy/acquire a puppy in (North) London. I am worried about vaccinations etc. and have some questions about ethics of the whole thing. Can I get a puppy from a shelter? Or should I feel happy about paying for one from a 'good' home through a website?
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posted by bollockovnikov
on Jan 9, 2012 -
22 answers
My dog is an incredibly vocal dog, in play. He growls like he crazy with humans playing tuggy or rough-housing, with other dogs he meets who he wants to play with or is playing with. It all sounds so fierce but it's not, he's just being playful (he's nearly 3). How do I deal with this on walks, when other dogs don't always figure out the playful part straight away, and other owners who basically call me a liar when I assure them he's friendly?
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posted by Elfasi
on Jan 6, 2012 -
24 answers
Am I harming my dog by not walking it every day? And why won't she play with her ball anymore?
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posted by kanata
on Dec 7, 2011 -
53 answers
Trying to figure out what breed of dog this is. It is pure white with long hair like a Maltese but the ears stick up straight like a Yorkie. Is it a mixed breed, or is this an obscure pure breed I don't know about?
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posted by JJMOM
on Nov 10, 2011 -
24 answers
My dog has cancer. Am I hurting him if I spoil the heck out of him the next few months?
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posted by werty
on Oct 13, 2011 -
16 answers
I've found a potentially great dog to adopt. Did you fall in love with your dog when you met him/her, or did you warm up over time?
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posted by zoetrope
on Jun 13, 2011 -
42 answers
What is the most valuable book or website about dogs, dog training, & dog behaviour.
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posted by Fence
on Jun 10, 2011 -
11 answers
I'm convinced my dog is a racist. He dislikes dark-skinned African-Americans and Asians, up to and including barking and lunging at them. Strangely enough, he will not bother light-skinned African-Americans. The dog is an 18-month-old basenji-rat terrier-Italian greyhound mix who we got from a shelter last October. We know the dog originally came from Georgia, but don't know much about its origin otherwise. How do we deprogram a racist dog?
posted by jonp72
on Jun 9, 2011 -
30 answers
Two years ago, I rescued an older 10lbs shiba inu/chihuahua mix who has a lot of fur and overheats easily. We've already had a few hot days in Los Angeles this year, and I'm concerned about keeping him cool and healthy, especially since we've moved to a new house that gets a lot warmer during the day.
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posted by roger ackroyd
on Apr 17, 2011 -
16 answers
Does anyone know a good breeder for Maltese dogs in Iowa? Or even the Quad-Cities (Davenport/Bettendorf/Rock Island)?
Iowa has a lot of puppy mills and I don't want anything to do with them. I'm looking for a reputable breeder that cares about health and personality.
Thanks.
posted by lynnie-the-pooh
on Jan 25, 2011 -
4 answers
We are off to Lake Tahoe this weekend and we're bringing our
dogs. Does the green have any tips or experience for the long drive (3 hours) or secret canine friendly haunts on the south shore?
We thank you as do the puppies.
posted by duckus
on Oct 1, 2010 -
8 answers
Asking for a friend....NYCDogFilter: Can two early 20s newlyweds (students and/or with jobs) with their first tiny 1bdrm apartment deal with having a dog? Logistics issues? Potential for difficulties? Anecdotal evidence?
posted by weaponsgradecarp
on Aug 29, 2010 -
14 answers
I adopted a dog a few years ago and now I'm considering the possibility of giving her up. I feel awful about it and I'm not sure what to do. Good reason for doing it: starting med school. Not sure if it's a good or bad reason: Boyfriend hates her. Really long, but if you can handle it, I'd love some insight.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 22, 2010 -
54 answers
My friend's dog, who is like a son to her, has cancer. Vet said the dog has a few weeks. What can we do to make his last days memorable for him and his mom?
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posted by jstarlee
on Jul 1, 2010 -
16 answers
I have a little female dog (10 lbs, about a year old) and a slightly larger male dog (20 lbs, about 3 years old). The female wants to play with the male most of the time. The male has grown to ignore her other than maybe once a day, if that, when they have a chase/wrestling session. We've had them both for about two months, adopted separately.
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posted by The ____ of Justice
on Jun 17, 2010 -
13 answers
How many hours per day does an average dog sleep? Does this change as they age (do they sleep more as a puppy or when they are mature)?
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posted by 2bucksplus
on Jun 1, 2010 -
8 answers
Have you successfully curbed/managed/retrained the aggression out of your dog? Please tell me your success stories! What did you do? How long did it take?
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posted by The ____ of Justice
on May 10, 2010 -
11 answers
My springer spaniel gets recurrent ear infections. Three times in the past year, the vet has given him full anesthesia and cleaned out his ears, then given him a prescription for antibiotic ear drops for a week. Then the infection comes back a month or two later. Is there any other solution? Help.
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posted by mygothlaundry
on Feb 21, 2010 -
19 answers
My parents' nine year-old Old English Sheepdog is losing muscle in his hips, and having difficulty getting up. Their house also has predominantly wood flooring. I came across
Bark'n Boots Grip Trex Dog Boots during a Google search, and noticed one user's comments said they helped his dog's arthritis a great deal- has anyone else had similar success in using rubber-grip Dog Boots to help a large-breed dog experiencing difficulty in getting up? Aside from adding glucosamine supplements to his diet and placing floor mats on his favorite spots, what else can I do?
posted by invisible ink
on Feb 10, 2010 -
8 answers
