Missing dog filter: How long does ownership last? [more inside]
posted by dozo on Nov 19, 2009 - 15 answers

I'm a potential dog adopter. Is there a responsible way to "shelter-shop", and if so how do I do it? [more inside]
posted by olinerd on Oct 3, 2009 - 23 answers

A question about a dog. (posting for a friend) [more inside]
posted by prefpara on Aug 26, 2009 - 16 answers

The gas burner was left on overnight, on a low setting. Should we be concerned about the health of our dog? [more inside]
posted by kiki_s on Aug 22, 2009 - 5 answers

DC Filter: Obedience class recommendation to improve recall/ "come" command for my bird hunting-obsessed English Setter? [more inside]
posted by picapica on Aug 3, 2009 - 1 answer

Does anyone know Canadian laws on dog ownership post-relationship breakup? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 20, 2009 - 15 answers

Help me find consensus from the hive mind. I have been wanting and preparing and planning to get my very own dog, my first dog, for years. However the question that keeps raising its head, is should I, given my personal circumstances? [more inside]
posted by Elfasi on Apr 2, 2009 - 33 answers

Never bought a dog carrier but I need one now. Recommendations? [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster on Mar 29, 2009 - 7 answers

A couple of months ago, our 3-year-old spayed female beagle-terrier mix started shaking every time we went for a ride in the car. We're picking up a new vehicle today - what, if anything, can we do to make this car a 'happy place' and avoid the shakes? [more inside]
posted by um_maverick on Feb 25, 2009 - 10 answers

How much would it cost to transport a medium sized dog to Canada from the Philippines? [more inside]
posted by Iax on Feb 20, 2009 - 4 answers

My dog has damaged (bitten through the skin) 3 other dogs and was just diagnosed with heartworm. I know it's a bit impersonal to ask online, but can help me figure out when it is time to consider putting down my pet? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 17, 2008 - 22 answers

For minor pet health questions: suggest websites that are comprehensive & user-friendly? I'd like to avoid unnecessary vet visits. [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Oct 30, 2008 - 10 answers

FleaFilter: Am I being paranoid after seeing one flea on my dog? [more inside]
posted by fructose on Oct 13, 2008 - 11 answers

Desert Dwelling Dog Owners: any tips for a puppy used to relieving himself on nice, cool, North Dakota grass? [more inside]
posted by whiskey point on Aug 23, 2008 - 6 answers

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

I have friends that seem to neglect a dog almost to the point of abuse. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by hal_c_on on Jul 4, 2008 - 49 answers

I want to attach a small (and waterproof) wireless camera to my mischief-seeking dog's collar and have it send images via the internet every 30 seconds so I can keep an eye on him while at work. He is restricted to an area with a maximum distance of about 200 metres from the wireless router. Ideally I could store and review every photograph over the day. How possible is all of that?
posted by zaebiz on May 1, 2008 - 10 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

my room mate just got a dog and wants to pick up a crate. She has a few questions .... [more inside]
posted by nihlton on Jan 23, 2008 - 22 answers

My dogs seem to like cat treats. Any harm in it? [more inside]
posted by foxydot on Jan 18, 2008 - 13 answers

Another puppy housetraining question. She'll be 1yo in three weeks and she's still having accidents. help [more inside]
posted by stupidsexyFlanders on Nov 28, 2007 - 6 answers

Two Part Pet Question: Is there such a thing as a safe medication for pets? AND Is there an online database that can educate me on safe med/health practices? [more inside]
posted by apfel on Nov 23, 2007 - 12 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

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

How should I shop for a German Shepherd from a breeder in Germany? [more inside]
posted by KimikoPi on Oct 28, 2007 - 13 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

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

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

What are some good online sources for pet medicine? Medicine from my vet is expensive, and I want to get the best price without sacrificing quality, service, or my dog's health. [more inside]
posted by kyleg on Jun 25, 2007 - 3 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

My dog licks himself --a lot. The Vet suggested a very expensive (and possibly inconclusive) allergy test. Before spending $700-1000 so the Vet can tell me she has no idea I thought I would consult the hive mind. [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon on May 1, 2007 - 17 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

As usual, we skipped spring here in Texas and went straight to what my Yankee self considers summer. And with summer in Texas comes bugs -- fire ants, chinch bugs, and all kids of other assortments of creepie crawlies. Normally I'd simply diazinon the entire yard and just fuhgetabout it, but this year -- I have a puppy. A puppy that likes eating digging in dirt and rubbing her nose in it. [more inside]
posted by SpecialK on Mar 17, 2007 - 4 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 you've got this highly energetic girlfriend who likes to play lots of physical games and distracts you from your work. You love having her around but she knows all your buttons and sometimes you just need to focus. You just want to distract her away from you for a couple of hours. Your friends say she is just an annoying bitch..... which is *literally* true being canine.... [more inside]
posted by vizsla on Nov 7, 2006 - 23 answers

Need help choosing a new dog! [more inside]
posted by saucy on Oct 1, 2006 - 24 answers

DeadDogFilter: My vet lost my dog's ashes - what should I do? [more inside]
posted by lost_cause on Jul 12, 2006 - 38 answers

Need advice on transporting my dog in a out-of-state move (~1000 miles) [more inside]
posted by jimmy0x52 on Jun 7, 2006 - 25 answers

We will be adopting an 8 month old chow-mix puppy next week and would like to crate train him. [more inside]
posted by lola on Mar 17, 2006 - 8 answers

Explain my dog's strange behaviour. [more inside]
posted by Jimbob on Feb 1, 2006 - 11 answers

Anyone have tips on effective and efficient dog hair control? [more inside]
posted by gnash on Dec 8, 2005 - 19 answers

My dog and I play a game every day, in which I spend ten minutes sliding kibbles of dog food across the floor while she chases them. Easily half of them go unnoticed by her because of bad timing on my part, or because she gets distracted mid-throw. Dozens of them end up all over the floor. She will only eat a just-thrown kibble. I can throw one that hurls past her, and she can turn around and touch her lips to each kibble, one at a time, until she finds, unfailingly, the one that I just threw. How does she know?
posted by waldo on Dec 6, 2005 - 18 answers

Can you help me figure out what is wrong with my dog? He is sick.... [more inside]
posted by snowjoe on Nov 21, 2005 - 10 answers

I live in an apartment building next to a couple who have a dog. This dog is left alone most of the time, and to express his frustration, repeatedly scratches and runs into the apartment door, which creates a loud, annoying noise which I can hear in most of my small apartment. This regularly happens from about 8 in the morning until 9 pm or later. I work every weekday morning at home, so this is particularily irritating. It sounds like they leave NPR running all day, but either the pooch is reacting negatively to Terry Gross, or maybe he's not into talk radio. I left a note for the neighbors several months ago, which they did not respond to. I recently sent them a longer letter explaining that they were violating the house rules of the building and that I would like to meet with them to discuss the matter. Now I have received a note from them saying that they are ready to talk about it. My question: Is there anything I can sugggest to them to reduce the dog's noise, even if they continue to leave the poor thing alone most of the time? I would like to be able to make a constructive suggestion besides "stay home with the dog" or "get rid of the dog". At any rate, if the noise continues, I will be contacting the building's board of directors and pursuing the matter until the dog's noise stops. It just doesn't seem like there is much they can do besides "take care of it or get rid of it" Any info. appreciated!
posted by pantufla on Nov 8, 2005 - 45 answers

How can I stop a dog from digging up carpet? [more inside]
posted by billybunny on Aug 11, 2005 - 7 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

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

My dog won't lift his leg when he urinates. Typically I wouldn't be too concerned about this, except for the fact that he has terrible skin (allergies) and I think that contact from him basically sitting in urine is not helping the problem.

For what it's worth, he is an english bulldog and coming up on his second birthday. Is it just too soon to expect him to raise that leg? Is there anything I can do to expedite the process?

I've always had female dogs before, so this has never been an issue...
posted by hummus on Nov 16, 2004 - 11 answers

Someone's dog keeps urinating in our apartment building's elevator. The smell is really disgusting and I'm tired of cleaning it up. Any recommendations on a next course of action? [more inside]
posted by mert on Oct 15, 2004 - 11 answers

We have a stinky dog, and now we have a large stinky rug. Can we unstink the rug? It is about 12' x 10', wool, worn, and it sits atop a fitted carpet (the landlord's) in a bid to stop the latter getting stinky as well. The rug has seen several, uhm, accidents; and the products in supermarket aisle seem to promise so much and deliver so little. It would be a shame to get rid of the rug, seeing how it ties the room together, etc.
posted by carter on Jun 29, 2004 - 11 answers