What type (not brand) of dog food is good for dogs with bad gas and soft stool? [more inside]
posted by jwfree on Nov 23, 2009 - 22 answers

I used to live with my dog and (now) ex-boyfriend. I moved out. Dog now lives with him. I live in apartment that doesn't allow dogs. Ex is abusive to dog. She can't stay with me, she can't stay with him, even though he wants to keep her. If I find her a new home, she'll be safe, but I won't get to see her again and my ex might retaliate against me. If I leave her there, I'll get to see her more often, but my ex could flip out and hurt her. I'm not sure how to do what I need to do. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 15, 2009 - 37 answers

How do I best socialize my dog with other dogs while we're on our daily walks given that 90% of the dogs we encounter are fenced-in and/or tethered? When a fenced-in dog sees my dog and starts running around and barking, what does it mean and how should I respond? [more inside]
posted by hamsterdam on Nov 13, 2009 - 8 answers

Puppy and Baby? [more inside]
posted by brevator on Oct 10, 2009 - 10 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 family and I are going to the beach this weekend. Should I bring the puppy or leave him in the kennel? [more inside]
posted by bluedaisy on Apr 15, 2009 - 24 answers

Housebreaking is going great...except my puppy keeps peeing in her crate! Help! [more inside]
posted by MsChanandlerBong on Feb 16, 2009 - 9 answers

Crate training help! We have a new puppy (around 9 weeks) who panics in her crate. I know we have to introduce her to the crate slowly, but how do we do that and also sleep/leave the house occasionally? [more inside]
posted by ohio on Dec 17, 2008 - 24 answers

Why is my puppy still having issues with her bowel movements? [more inside]
posted by hxc on Dec 13, 2008 - 9 answers

DogFilter: Should I adopt a male or female Boston Terrier pup? [more inside]
posted by krisken on Aug 16, 2008 - 7 answers

Please, please help me consider my options with some lovely stray puppies I found. [more inside]
posted by WidgetAlley on Jul 5, 2008 - 27 answers

Please help identify my mixed puppies breed... Pictures inside [more inside]
posted by ShootTheMoon on Jun 19, 2008 - 20 answers

How can I get my 2 new puppy chihuahuas to stop running under the sofa? [more inside]
posted by arniec on Jun 13, 2008 - 20 answers

Why doesn't my puppy make a sound? [more inside]
posted by owtytrof on May 15, 2008 - 20 answers

When is it safe for my puppy to explore the world outside of our house and yard? [more inside]
posted by hazel on May 9, 2008 - 13 answers

Potty training for a dog who doesn't bark? [more inside]
posted by finitejest on Apr 14, 2008 - 13 answers

We want to get a new puppy and we are moving to a new house. Should we wait to introduce the puppy to the other pets once they are used to the new house, or make all the changes at the same time? [more inside]
posted by loryjade on Apr 12, 2008 - 3 answers

This afternoon we took our 5 month old Boxer puppy to the local dog park for the first time. She got so excited as we approached, that she pulled and panted and pulled, then clearly fainted. What could be the apparent reason for this? [more inside]
posted by blastrid on Mar 23, 2008 - 16 answers

We just got an adorable new puppy. We're ecstatic! The dog, however, seems less enthused... for the past two days, he has done almost nothing but sleep. He has yet to eat anything, and he has no desire to explore our apartment or walk outside. Why is this, and what can we do to help him adjust? [more inside]
posted by arianell on Mar 22, 2008 - 13 answers

Please help me find a full-size, original version of this adorable picture! [more inside]
posted by pinksoftsoap on Mar 2, 2008 - 5 answers

I have a Shih Tzu puppy who is 10 weeks old. An elderly lady I know has an adult Shih Tzu (3 years old) that she is going to have part with due to her and her husband's failing health. She offered to give me the dog. Both dogs are females. Would the two dogs get along? Are there any major concerns I should have? I need to try to make a decision within the next couple of days. Thanks!
posted by mikeo2 on Feb 7, 2008 - 9 answers

Chewfilter: My dog, a year-old or so terrier mix, loves to chew rawhide bones. Seriously LOVES to chew them. But she goes through them fast enough that I worry about it. What can I get her instead? [more inside]
posted by YoungAmerican on Jan 7, 2008 - 29 answers

Is there a good alternative dog bedding that our puppy can't consume? We have a 9 month old corgi, crate-trained, and so far he's found a way to chew/eat whatever bedding we've given him. [more inside]
posted by dryad on Nov 14, 2007 - 13 answers

Bad dog breath... what helps? [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Oct 26, 2007 - 18 answers

New Puppy filter: New addition to the pack. How do I keep all of my dogs happy? [more inside]
posted by unvivid on Aug 31, 2007 - 2 answers

NewDogFilter: We just got a new puggle about a week ago. 9 months old. He's the greatest. However... [more inside]
posted by ryecatcher on Aug 25, 2007 - 13 answers

Our 3.5 year old Mexican Hairless has started becoming aggressive and I need suggestions for dealing with it. [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom on Aug 10, 2007 - 10 answers

My puppy is needy. She whines if she can't be physically in contact with me, what can I do about it? [more inside]
posted by cschneid on May 27, 2007 - 11 answers

I rescued my pup from a local animal shelter Monday and I have a few questions I was hoping someone with some puppy experience could answer for me. She seems to be a lab/pit bull mix and the shelter estimated her age at about 4 months. The vet that spayed her says she is probably closer to a year, but her small size (malnourished at 25lbs) and the small size of her teeth make me think she might be closer to 4 months (the vet the shelter was using seems to be a moron, I'll never take my pup there again). More inside.... [more inside]
posted by TheDude on Dec 20, 2006 - 20 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

Anything we should know about introducing a new puppy to our current dog? [more inside]
posted by JPigford on Nov 24, 2006 - 5 answers

My year-old shepherd puppy took well to crate training...but I'd eventually like to not have to use it any more. What is your experience? Were you able to transition to not using the crate, and how? [more inside]
posted by sLevi on Oct 4, 2006 - 14 answers

How much is it going to cost to get a new puppy completely vaccinated? [more inside]
posted by GuyZero on Sep 20, 2006 - 14 answers

So, my friend and I just... uh... liberated a puppy from an abusive owner. I've decided to keep it. Help me pick a name! [more inside]
posted by BuddhaInABucket on Aug 10, 2006 - 70 answers

I just adopted a puppy who looks like a Dobeagle or Beagleman - a doberman beagle mixture. She has the body of a beagle with the exact coloring of a doberman. She is so calm and sweet. [more inside]
posted by croxpow on Aug 8, 2006 - 24 answers

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

How should we modify housetraining if we live in an apartment building? [more inside]
posted by gavia on Apr 7, 2006 - 8 answers

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

Six months ago I got a pomeranian puppy, and I absolutely love her. Should I get a second puppy to share the love? [more inside]
posted by ackeber on Dec 9, 2005 - 15 answers

We are adopting a puppy on Friday and are looking for a great name for her. Our requirements are inside... [more inside]
posted by widdershins on Jun 14, 2005 - 28 answers

Can you help me get my beagle puppy to poo for me? [more inside]
posted by UncleHornHead on May 13, 2005 - 16 answers

what do you do for a dog who has been vomiting? He's not listless, remains quite energetic. Going to the vet in the AM, but what can I give him in the meantime? Thanks for any suggestions.
posted by terrier319 on Feb 1, 2005 - 8 answers

DogFilter : My SO and I are looking at getting a dog, probably a puppy, probabably something with Havanese in it. That's all besides the point. The big question is how do I know if the backyard breeder is a GOOD breeder. Takes care of the pups, gives them plenty of socialization, isn't a puppy mill, etc?

PS Ideally, we keep checking the dog shelter for a smallish dog that would fit into our lifestyles, but worse comes to worse, we'll have to get the pup from somewhere (purebreed, cross, dont' matter, cost matters a bit).
posted by eurasian on Jan 5, 2005 - 15 answers

A new puppy in the house. Where should she stay when I am at work? I've been told a crate, but then some people said crating is only when you're home.
posted by benjh on Oct 5, 2004 - 16 answers

Name my puppy! [mi] [more inside]
posted by jragon on Jul 8, 2004 - 37 answers

Canine flea/tick preventative treatment? I have a rough and tumble pup (18 pounds, 18 months old). He's quite an outdoor companion, and I find ourselves walking more wooded trails this year. I expect fleas, and especially ticks, are going to be a concern this summer. I am staying completely away from Hartz in all shapes and forms. I am very open to the idea of natural/herbal/homeopathic flea and tick preventatives as long as they work well. I am also interested if anyone has any experiences with Frontline or Advantage. Whatever the treatment, it would have to withstand bathing, as he is groomed professionally once a month and usually is rinsed down or bathed at home once a week (depending on how much mud he gets into). I will consult with the vet before going ahead with anything, obviously, but would really appreciate any of your personal feedback.
posted by jerseygirl on May 24, 2004 - 15 answers

Exercise for a psychotic puppy (more inside) [more inside]
posted by LittleMissCranky on Dec 14, 2003 - 10 answers