HomeForTheHolidaysFilter: Help me deal with my parents and their ass-eating dog. [more inside]
posted by granted on Dec 16, 2009 - 29 answers

Am I the pack leader? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj on Dec 12, 2009 - 15 answers

What do dog trainers know that I don't? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore on Sep 14, 2009 - 12 answers

I understand the danger parvovirus poses to puppies, but what are the odds of a puppy contracting the disease in the US (specifically Alameda County, California)? [more inside]
posted by zippy on Sep 1, 2009 - 10 answers

My grandma's beloved bulldog just died, so grandma needs a new dog so that well she doesn't go the same way as her bulldog. Help me find a good breed/mixed breed for her to adopt! [more inside]
posted by whoaali on Jul 26, 2009 - 26 answers

Are multi-dog leashes easier than separate leashes? Please give me your thoughts on, and/or recommendations for, multi-dog leashes. [personal specs, and probably too much information, inside] [more inside]
posted by amyms on Jun 10, 2009 - 12 answers

Need a dog recommendation. It would look something like a Samoyed (my favorite doggie look) but could do with a lot less activity, and would be happy to hang out indoors with me most of the day. Must be good for apartments. Which canines fit the bill?
posted by shivohum on Mar 23, 2009 - 27 answers

I walk my eight-year-old boxer every day. I vary the route among a set of 4 or 5 possibilities--different directions, incline, etc. I do this a) because I like variety and b) I have been assuming the dog likes variety, too. Is that true? Or does a dog prefer, for some reason, to stick to one familiar route?
posted by everichon on Jan 26, 2009 - 16 answers

How do I decide whether it is a good idea to get another dog? [more inside]
posted by sulaine on Dec 10, 2008 - 17 answers

My girl lifts her leg to pee sometimes, she also "marks". Does we haz a problem? My inclination is "no" ... but my vet seems unsettled about it. [more inside]
posted by taz on Nov 26, 2008 - 18 answers

I recently adopted a 2 yr. old Shih Tzu from the pound. He's been to the vet and has a clean bill of health. He's settled very well into things here and I'd like to start working on training him. After reading about several different methods I find clicker training the most interesting but I've never done it before. Anyone have any suggestions or tips? [more inside]
posted by lysistrata on Nov 26, 2008 - 10 answers

I've read related posts on AskMeFi several times, as I've dealt with this before. I know there's something I'm missing. My dog pees in the house, albeit infrequently...except when she's peed in the house recently. I clean up the spots using Nature's Miracle (now Petastic). I do things to discourage her from peeing again near that area (blocking it off, putting her food nearby, etc.). She pees again in close proximity, but not at exactly the same spot. So, what do I do? [more inside]
posted by anarchivist on Nov 24, 2008 - 19 answers

Advice needed for dealing with my dog's overgrown toenails. [more inside]
posted by wg on Nov 17, 2008 - 6 answers

Where can we camp with our dog, in Western Washington? [more inside]
posted by TochterAusElysium on Aug 10, 2008 - 2 answers

Man who was raised in a culture where animals are meant to be working on a farm and not kept for fun... dating a dog-lovin' woman who owns a face-licking puppy. Clearly not a long-term match perhaps, but how to ease the discomfort of either party, respect everyone's feelings, and bypass disagreements? [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Jul 22, 2008 - 69 answers

Our pug has always had breathing problems. Now we find out he's got a fold in his trachea. We're in the Atlanta area and are looking for a specialist. [more inside]
posted by Hands of Manos on Jul 11, 2008 - 5 answers

What is she? I am the soon-to-be momma of a lovely mutt. Here are some pictures of Miss Jenny. [more inside]
posted by whimsicalnymph on Jun 20, 2008 - 22 answers

I need advice from people who are great at understanding canine behavior and solving related issues for what is a rather thorny (and potentially tragic, dog-health-wise) situation for this inexperienced dog owner. I'll make it brief, then tell the (much, much) longer story inside. We have a new rescue dog (our first dog; female, a little under 2 years old) who is just now beginning to feel really at ease and at home after being with us for a month, and all our efforts towards house training have finally paid off, and she is doing beautifully... But, we are going to have to take care of a friend's un-neutered young male dog for two-four weeks in our small apartment, and there are very many things that worry me a great deal, and I really need good advice. Nearly full explanation follows, and it's very long - so sorry! - but it's important stuff to me. Bear with, if at all possible. [more inside]
posted by taz on Jun 19, 2008 - 39 answers

Where are the better dog forums online? [more inside]
posted by TochterAusElysium on Jun 8, 2008 - 7 answers

How do we clean gum from a dog's paw? [more inside]
posted by timeistight on Jun 2, 2008 - 11 answers

Reading/poetry to say goodbye to a dog? [more inside]
posted by Liosliath on May 29, 2008 - 17 answers

Can I go inside to order at a coffee shop when I have a dog with me? [more inside]
posted by splendid animal on Mar 21, 2008 - 32 answers

My girlfriend and I are (probably) soon to be the owners of a 1 year old German Shepard. We know (and love) the dog and the dog knows (and, we're sure) loves us. But we've never been responsible for anything more than a plant before and that plant died. What are some tips other German Shepard owners can impart, in terms of what we can expect and how best to take care of him? [more inside]
posted by Effigy2000 on Jan 3, 2008 - 22 answers

I must find the most fox-like dogs that exist! [more inside]
posted by beerbajay on Dec 2, 2007 - 20 answers

My two dogs were playing and the 70lb german shepherd mix started yelping repeatedly like a car alarm... [more inside]
posted by NoMich on Nov 22, 2007 - 8 answers

How can we get my pug on our flight so he can spend Xmas with us on the East Coast? [more inside]
posted by AsRuinsAreToRome on Nov 10, 2007 - 21 answers

How can I get my adult dog to poop where I want, when I want? [more inside]
posted by thatgirl on Oct 28, 2007 - 15 answers

I want a dog. Would a dog want me? [more inside]
posted by granted on Oct 26, 2007 - 27 answers

Our 9-year-old yellow lab who has had a full ACL on one knee and a partial ACL on the other is getting worse. How can we exercise him properly without putting him in pain? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Oct 15, 2007 - 17 answers

How do I keep two active young dogs with good jumping ability a) from being bitten by snakes b) active and happy while I am away during the day on a property of about 20 acres? What's it roughly going to cost me?
posted by vizsla on Oct 14, 2007 - 7 answers

After working at home for a long time, now I have to work 10 hour days in an office temporarily. Since she's used to spending a lot of quality time with me, my dog is not in favor of this schedule and after a month of patience she's voiced her disapproval by becoming a little peeing machine. Advice please. [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Sep 20, 2007 - 20 answers

Do you know of any dog-friendly places for a weekend getaway within about 3 hours drive of Chicago? [more inside]
posted by macadamiaranch on Aug 14, 2007 - 4 answers

This weekend, I will be introducing a small dog to a big dog. I would rather they not kill each other. Help me. [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Jul 24, 2007 - 18 answers

What tourist attractions in London (UK) are suitable for taking a pet (not guide) dog to?
posted by Mwongozi on Jul 12, 2007 - 5 answers

Sadfilter: Does anyone have experience with canine distemper? [more inside]
posted by YoungAmerican on Jun 24, 2007 - 10 answers

Should I get a dog? [more inside]
posted by blueplasticfish on May 25, 2007 - 32 answers

My 3 year old chihuahua has suddenly developed small black spots. What are they? [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Apr 18, 2007 - 9 answers

Can you recommend a dog breed that has a poor vertical? [more inside]
posted by starman on Apr 7, 2007 - 41 answers

Dog in sudden, mysterious pain. Going to see the vet as soon as possible, but want to be as prepared as I can be. [more inside]
posted by treepour on Jan 25, 2007 - 13 answers

OK, so no human sacrifice, but a new puppy in an apartment already containing a cat - advice for training the puppy and dealing with the cat? [more inside]
posted by mrhaydel on Dec 5, 2006 - 6 answers

Help! The dog's decided cats are fun to chase. [more inside]
posted by COBRA! on Sep 11, 2006 - 26 answers

My previously relatively benign aversion to dogs has become cripplingly intense in the last few months, to the point that I can't make it to my house's front door without being accompanied. I'm living in Indonesia, and don't know enough of the language to express my absolute, mortal terror or where to find English-language psychological help. I really need some help here: how can I go home at night? [more inside]
posted by mdonley on Sep 1, 2006 - 27 answers

Why are there no canine equivalents to lions, tigers, leopards, and panthers (etc.)? [more inside]
posted by Sinner on Aug 29, 2006 - 19 answers

Soooo, my sister's beloved dog is kind of psycho. Any tips to help lessen the crazy? [more inside]
posted by granted on Aug 22, 2006 - 25 answers

How do I get my dogs to use the doggie door? [more inside]
posted by Roger Dodger on Aug 15, 2006 - 12 answers

What dog breeds are most suitable for a "cat person"? [more inside]
posted by jedicus on Jul 6, 2006 - 44 answers

My puppy is losing his housetraining when we get visitors. [more inside]
posted by hindmost on Feb 16, 2006 - 16 answers

Why do dogs sing? [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Mar 17, 2005 - 14 answers

Law school + dog: I'm starting law school next fall, and I am currently looking at my housing options. I'm specifically looking for places that are pet friendly, but I need to know whether it is really possible for me to have a dog as a first year law student. Anyone out there been to law school recently? How much extra time will I have? (Assume that the neighborhood/apartment size is not an issue, and I've had dogs before so I know how to care for them.)
posted by ohio on Feb 11, 2005 - 15 answers

Can dogs eat beef bones? My dog loves them (the raw discarded sort from butchers or rib joints) but when I give him one he goes crazy, actually consuming the bone and digging into the marrow. It worries me, but I've heard the marrow is good for them. But every time I've given him one I've had to take it away because he just gets too crazy. I know they can't have chicken bones (obviously, ow!) but what are the risks of giving him a beef bone as an occasional primal treat, even if it means he'll likely chew the whole thing up?
posted by Peter H on Jan 25, 2005 - 19 answers