What is best for my 9 year old dog? Should I bring him with me when I transfer colleges? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 8, 2009 - 21 answers

how do I teach my dog to play? [more inside]
posted by canine epigram on Nov 2, 2009 - 28 answers

I need great, imaginative, appealing names for black dogs! A friend operates a rescue organization for dogs and cats, and mentioned how hard it is to find homes for black dogs (see Black Dog Syndrome)... and since I was already helping her come up with names, I thought I'd come up with a special list of Black Dog names that are perhaps evocative of personality types, and that might inspire interest so that potential adopters will maybe find their curiosity/sense of whimsy piqued and stop to at least read a description on the website, instead of just passing by any photo of a black dog. Some specific considerations inside... [more inside]
posted by taz on Oct 29, 2009 - 65 answers

Stuck myself with a needle I just used on my dog. Should I freak out? [more inside]
posted by anonymousme on Oct 29, 2009 - 13 answers

Where did the "Wag More, Bark Less" bumper sticker meme start? My own sightings of them have gone from extremely rare to many cars seen in every single trip I take. Is it a dog owner/pet store promotional item? Is it a political thing? Something on Oprah I missed?
posted by mathowie on Oct 26, 2009 - 29 answers

What do I need to know about starting a dogwalking/sitting service? [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian on Oct 24, 2009 - 6 answers

How many pugs and pug owners are there both in the U.S. and worldwide? [more inside]
posted by JPigford on Oct 17, 2009 - 1 answer

I'm afraid my old dog's mind is going before his body -- he's peeing on the floor, growls and snaps at us when we try to put him outside, and other odd behaviors. How should my wife and I handle this? [more inside]
posted by M.C. Lo-Carb! on Oct 16, 2009 - 19 answers

I have met some new friends recently and they have a 10 year old golden retriever who is suffering from a list of allergies so long it could fill a book. Removing the exposure to allergens is impossible. I want to help them reduce the strength of the symptoms. [more inside]
posted by Pseudology on Oct 3, 2009 - 14 answers

Personal recommendations for pug breeders in California? We are looking to add a pug puppy to our family (currently have one 5 year old female), and are having a heck of a time finding a breeder online. We live in Oakland but would probably be willing to drive anywhere in CA to pickup. Have you had personal experience with any pug breeders in California? [more inside]
posted by fishfucker on Sep 24, 2009 - 9 answers

Trying to find the right dog/breed for my dear mum. Should possess the following: Mid-sized, good temperament, smart, minimal exercise, barking & grooming. [more inside]
posted by sequin on Sep 16, 2009 - 21 answers

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

General low-down on picking up girls with a dog [more inside]
posted by isoman2kx on Sep 9, 2009 - 33 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

How much did it cost to treat your dog for canine influenza or shelter cough when you adopted? [more inside]
posted by itsonreserve on Aug 28, 2009 - 9 answers

My dog's been diagnosed with Cushing's Disease, and our vet (whom you are not) wants to do an MRI to determine the course of treatment. I have two questions about this. [more inside]
posted by davejay on Aug 28, 2009 - 9 answers

Can you help me find more films like Marley and Me--i.e. films about dogs, but made for adults. [more inside]
posted by K.P. on Aug 26, 2009 - 26 answers

Need info about a career training service dogs. [more inside]
posted by reticulatedspline on Aug 23, 2009 - 8 answers

Will a laser pointer break my dog? [more inside]
posted by mikesch on Aug 23, 2009 - 21 answers

What breeds of dog should my husband and I consider getting? [more inside]
posted by Hildegarde on Aug 16, 2009 - 40 answers

I just got a new puppy, a goldendoodle who is now nine weeks old and kind of strong-willed. I also have a submissive dachshund who is more than 10 years old. They've been living together for about two weeks, and I'm wondering if the little one is bullying the older dog. How can I tell, and how can I stop it? [more inside]
posted by curiouskitty on Aug 6, 2009 - 11 answers

Dandified Dogs Get Off The Island? [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian on Aug 4, 2009 - 5 answers

My cats and I have a good thing going. Will introducing a puppy make them hate me forever? [more inside]
posted by muscat on Jul 30, 2009 - 19 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

Seeking recommendations for pet proof rugs (not wall-to-wall carpets) that feel and look great and really work [more inside]
posted by mandapanda on Jul 25, 2009 - 6 answers

NewDogOwnerFilter: One dog or two? Or just give me some general advice. [more inside]
posted by wrok on Jul 22, 2009 - 20 answers

My dog won't stop peeing inside. I'm pretty sure it's the result of separation anxiety. Help? [more inside]
posted by unlucky.lisp on Jul 20, 2009 - 8 answers

Given their acute senses, why do dogs eat gross things? [more inside]
posted by roxie5 on Jul 19, 2009 - 27 answers

Does swimming dog + smartass ducks = lost dog? [more inside]
posted by txvtchick on Jul 17, 2009 - 12 answers

I'm trying to identify a painter who did portraits of aristocrats with dogs' heads in place of their own. [more inside]
posted by treyka on Jul 16, 2009 - 3 answers

Dog filter: How do I get a dog to pee in the house? [more inside]
posted by HabeasCorpus on Jul 1, 2009 - 12 answers

My wife and I are looking to adopt a rescue greyhound from Greyhound Friends or Greyhound Welfare - what do we need to know? [more inside]
posted by canine epigram on Jul 1, 2009 - 30 answers

1 dog is great, surely 2 dogs is even better, right? Advice wanted about adding another dog to the family. [more inside]
posted by gofargogo on Jun 25, 2009 - 24 answers

How do I learn to smell like my dog? [more inside]
posted by tr0ubley on Jun 23, 2009 - 16 answers

How do I convince my (possibly senile) dog to stop barking in the middle of the night? [more inside]
posted by Ladybug Parade on Jun 22, 2009 - 15 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

I need some help coming up with metal/dog puns. "Dog breath to false metal". Things like that. [more inside]
posted by gally99 on Jun 9, 2009 - 29 answers

What dog appears in the recent Pedigree Dentastix commercials? I saw this commercial last week, so the memory is a little hazy. I think it was "for big dogs" or "puppies". The dog is tan in color with a black face. Thanks!
posted by aeighty on Jun 9, 2009 - 13 answers

Looking for a good Labrador breeder near London. [more inside]
posted by smcniven on Jun 2, 2009 - 9 answers

Does anyone know of an individual or organisation based in Copenhagen, Denmark, who can organise the transport of pets (specifically dogs and cats) from Copenhagen's Kastrup airport to the UK?
posted by misteraitch on Jun 2, 2009 - 3 answers

[pit bull filter]: Help me sell my house. Caveat: Three large dogs next door are scaring away buyers, including one very aggressive pit bull. I believe the way these dogs are left to roam outside may also be potentially breaking the law. [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob on May 28, 2009 - 26 answers

How big and how small could a dog theoretically be? If people decided to breed the biggest dog possible, could they make one as big as a bear? If they tried to breed the smallest one possible, could they get it to the size of a shrew? If so, how many generations or how many years would it take to breed a bear-sized dog? I'm talking about standard breeding techniques, not genetic engineering.
posted by empath on May 26, 2009 - 24 answers

Renting the downstairs of my duplex. Should I allow dogs? Cats? Under which rules? [more inside]
posted by msalt on May 23, 2009 - 29 answers

We've got a new puppy and he's an adorable border-collie lab mix. He's about 8 weeks old. He's going to be an indoor dog and we're anxious to get him trained and trained well for all of our happiness. Still, we're like to keep it cheap. Can you recommend some good, free, video sites that teach puppy training in specific? Thanks!
posted by Gideon on May 13, 2009 - 18 answers

Where can I stop to let my puppy run around between Asheville, NC and Birmingham, AL? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal on May 10, 2009 - 7 answers

Why does my dog want to eat our snot? Straight out of our noses! [more inside]
posted by arniec on May 5, 2009 - 18 answers

The BBB family is seriously considering becoming a foster family for dogs undergoing training as guide dogs. This is a new program administered by The Canadian Guide Dogs For The Blind. Anyone have any experience at this? (more inside). [more inside]
posted by BozoBurgerBonanza on May 5, 2009 - 4 answers

My year old Black Lab is a squeaker killer. Looking for a dog toy with a indestructible squeaker. [more inside]
posted by Xurando on May 3, 2009 - 18 answers

Are big dogs allowed at the Melrose Trading Post swap meet in LA? [more inside]
posted by mandapanda on May 3, 2009 - 3 answers

What are good dog breeds for the couch potato? I saw a show on Animal Planet (my parents watch it with their dog!) about a breed I had never heard of, and it sounded perfect for me. It's a bigger dog, and although it can run very fast and will play outside, it loves kids and likes to snuggle on the couch. I can't remember the name of the breed. I searched and found this, but those are more common breeds. Did anyone else see the show or know of a lesser known breed like this?
posted by lily_bart on Apr 9, 2009 - 33 answers