I need advice and tips on traveling with two dogs through Washington. I must go from Moscow ID to Vancouver WA to Bellingham WA, then back to Moscow. Any ideas for dog friendly places to see or stay, (or to sit, lie down and roll over)? [more inside]
posted on Jul 22, 2008 - 3 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 on Jul 22, 2008 - 65 answers

I'm thinking of doing a small quarterly publication on caring for dogs (basic training, dealing with behavioral issues, fun things to do with your dog, etc.) to benefit my local animal shelter, and I'm wondering whether I'm reinventing the wheel. Have you ever seen such a thing in your area? If so, please tell me everything you know about it. Also, if you saw something like this at the cash register for $1, proceeds to benefit the shelter, would you buy it? All comments/advice welcome.
posted on Jul 18, 2008 - 14 answers

Can you recommend a dog boarding service/overnight walker/kennel in the Boston area, preferably T-accessible but otherwise not a long drive from the North Shore? [more inside]
posted on Jul 13, 2008 - 4 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 on Jul 11, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm considering adopting a greyhound dog missing a toe on it's front foot (the one on the right side, so it's 'pinkie' in human terms). It doesn't seem to hobble or act weird about it, it does sometimes tend to lean on the other three toes (so they kind of curve a bit more than they probably should), as if the fourth one was there. I actually didn't even notice it until someone told me the first time I met the dog. Anyone have experience with dogs with missing toes? Will this cause problems in the future, like arthritis or the loss of ability to walk? What should I look out for? The greyhound agency had the dog checked out at a vet for all the shots and everything and they tell me it's ok. I'm a little apprehensive though. Thanks for your help!
posted on Jul 9, 2008 - 12 answers

Finding a new home for a fear-aggressive dog [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2008 - 11 answers

Should I neuter my Golden Retriever puppy and if so, what is the optimal age to do it? [more inside]
posted on Jul 8, 2008 - 36 answers

Pet friendly cabin or cottage within 3 hours of NYC? [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 1 answers

Semi-blind shih-tzu rescue won't stop barking at night. Any ideas before we give up? [more inside]
posted on Jun 27, 2008 - 15 answers

URGENT: House guest dropped klonopin (clonazepam) on the floor, possible reactions if found by our dogs? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 11 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 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 on Jun 19, 2008 - 39 answers

Our dog just had an anaphylactic shock reaction to vaccination. Should we cancel our travel plans? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2008 - 19 answers

My neighbor's two dogs have been barking non-stop for well over an hour. [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2008 - 16 answers

Know of any dog-friendly bars or restaurants in and around Madison, Wisconsin? [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2008 - 4 answers

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

Inspired by this thread, how do I go about finding an employer that allows its employees to bring their dogs to work? For those of you fortunate enough to be in this type of situation, how did you find your job? I am a patent prosecution paralegal and open to the idea of relocating.
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 11 answers

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

Your recommendations for dog-friendly vacation spots in the midwest! [more inside]
posted on Jun 1, 2008 - 8 answers

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

I'm moving to New York from DC, and I'm trying to decide if I should take my dog with me. I've had her for just over 6 years (she's 8 now), and she's been through another big move (from Michigan to DC). I'm concerned about what's best for my dog - particularly in light of changes to my routine or lifestyle that may result from the move. [more inside]
posted on May 20, 2008 - 20 answers

What's the best way to get dogs and cats to live together harmoniously? [more inside]
posted on May 15, 2008 - 20 answers

I have a dog with several long-lasting behavioral issues. I'm at my wit's end. HELP? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2008 - 16 answers

Please help me find a Manchester Terrier! [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 5 answers

My dog loves dried sweet potato chews. They go for $20 a bag in the pet store even though the only ingredients are potatoes. It must be that I can make them at home for the cost of a potato. Do I need a fancy food dehydrator or can I just cut the potatoes up into thick pieces and put my oven on 200F for a many hours? Anyone have a specific recipe or experience making them? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 15 answers

My husband's dogs have done vile things to our furniture. What dog-proof materials should we look for in replacement furniture? [more inside]
posted on Apr 4, 2008 - 19 answers

My 8 year old Border Collie mix has been experiencing weakness in his hind legs recently. He often doesn't have the strength to jump up on the couch or the bed. He doesn't seem to be in any acute pain, but he's reluctant to walk long distances (more than 100 yards.) He's in good spirits, and shows no urinary or bowel incontinence. He doesn't knuckle under when he walks, but does turn his feet out. When he stands, his hind legs splay out. Does this sound familiar to anyone?? [more inside]
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 18 answers

Our Pit Bull refuses to have his nails clipped. [more inside]
posted on Mar 22, 2008 - 21 answers

What is the "baseline" level of physical comfort for a housepet? [more inside]
posted on Mar 21, 2008 - 12 answers

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

A two part question about allergies, dogs, and tattoos. [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2008 - 7 answers

Any idea what the largest puppy mill seizures have been? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 2 answers

A pair of pit bulls broke into my friend's house and murdered his little dog. What should be done -- legally, ethically, etc.? [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2008 - 87 answers

How to bicycle with my dog? [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2008 - 12 answers

Woof, woof. Woof woof woof. Woof. I need songs with dogs in 'em. Not about dogs, mind you. [more inside]
posted on Mar 7, 2008 - 49 answers

Weird foods do dogs like to eat? [more inside]
posted on Mar 2, 2008 - 50 answers

My dog has chronic renal failure. Are we overfeeding him? [more inside]
posted on Feb 28, 2008 - 8 answers

Here in sunny Florida, my two large dogs tend to wear my back lawn down to the dirt. Is there a grass that recovers easily? [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 6 answers

Why does my dog lift one of his front paws when he sees something that interests him, in that classic "pointer" gesture?
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 17 answers

Does my fat beagle need prescription food from the vet? [more inside]
posted on Feb 11, 2008 - 19 answers

How easy is it to find apartments in the Bay Area that would welcome our three dogs? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2008 - 6 answers

What's up with all these dog silhouettes? [more inside]
posted on Jan 29, 2008 - 10 answers

My golden retriever-lab mix freaks out when we cook lamb -- he whines and puts his tail between his legs. He'll eat the cooked lamb fine, but he finds the smell of it cooking distressing. I've read elsewhere about this phenomenon, but does anyone have this experience with their dog or have an idea what makes lamb so scary? Does he think we're cooking his pals? He has his skittish moments (scared of thunder, natch), but this is the only time I've seen him behave this way. And he's a rescue dog, so it's possible he had some early traumatic experience involving lamb. But since I've read about other dogs behaving this way, I doubt it.
posted on Jan 29, 2008 - 29 answers

Why does my dog smell nice for a long time after a PetsMart bath, but stinks the next day after I give her a bath? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2008 - 25 answers

There's a tv commercial that I can't get out of my head! I think it was for heartworm med. There's a little girl singing, "me and my dog. . ." It describes all of the fun things they do together. I think she was a redhead. It hasn't been on in a few years. Does anyone else remember this?
posted on Jan 9, 2008 - 3 answers

Any tips for fending off attacks from loose, unleashed, untagged dogs? [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2008 - 26 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 on Jan 3, 2008 - 22 answers

I hate my girlfriends little dog. I told her not to get it from the beginning. It's going to break us up. [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 47 answers

How is eating a dog or cat more morally objectionable than eating cow, pig, chicken, etc? It's a crime to eat them in the U.S.A., but why? [more inside]
posted on Dec 5, 2007 - 54 answers