When doing the wash, I refuse to mix my laundry with towels that our puppy has peed on, for fear that my clothes will somehow end up smelling like pee afterward, even if only faintly. My roommate, on the other hand, thinks this is completely irrational and that you can mix anything in the laundry because the soap and hot water get it all clean anyway. So, neutral third party, I ask you: who is in the right?
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posted by iamisaid
on Aug 14, 2008 -
39 answers
What kind of bird is
this? It flew into our house today and I'd like to put an accurate description in a lost pet ad.
posted by cocoagirl
on Aug 6, 2008 -
12 answers
How do we keep a chinchilla in an apartment where roaches might be present without killing the chinchilla or attracting tons of bugs?
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posted by Brainy
on Jul 13, 2008 -
10 answers
I have friends that seem to neglect a dog almost to the point of abuse. What should I do?
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posted by hal_c_on
on Jul 4, 2008 -
49 answers
How do I stop my cat from violently attacking strangers when they come over?
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posted by jModug
on Jun 29, 2008 -
9 answers
What equipment do I need to care for a pet turtle? What are some good practices for making sure that the turtle thrives?
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posted by jujube
on Jun 19, 2008 -
19 answers
I want a pet rock for my cubicle. Obtaining the rock isn't a problem, however I also want a mini water dish for it. Don't ask. Anyone know where I could obtain a 1" or so pet water dish?
posted by hungrysquirrels
on May 16, 2008 -
21 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?
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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 ....
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posted by nihlton
on Jan 23, 2008 -
22 answers
Does my cat have a chronic respiratory infection, or is it possible she just naturally has poor breathing passages? Ever since my partner and I adopted her and her sister in August she has had periodic coughing and hacking fits that have been relatively unaffected by three separate rounds of antibiotics. Now I wonder if maybe she just has the equivalent of a deviated septum, or whether it's time for hospitalization.
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posted by schroedinger
on Dec 13, 2007 -
13 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?
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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...
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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.
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posted by dryad
on Nov 14, 2007 -
13 answers
I have a full-sized iguana enclosure that needs to be heated more effectively. I've been researching my options and I think that using an infrared heat panel is the best way to go, but I'm not sure what size to get for my enclosure. Reptile enthusiasts needed!
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posted by baphomet
on Nov 13, 2007 -
10 answers
NewDogFilter: We just got a new puggle about a week ago. 9 months old. He's the greatest. However...
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posted by ryecatcher
on Aug 25, 2007 -
13 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.
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posted by kyleg
on Jun 25, 2007 -
3 answers
My kitten is acting very listless and her inner eyelids are half closed. Anyone else experience this?
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posted by jtoth
on Jun 8, 2007 -
19 answers
My puppy is needy. She whines if she can't be physically in contact with me, what can I do about it?
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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.
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posted by MasonDixon
on May 1, 2007 -
17 answers
Once again, our apartment has ants. The problem? This year we also have a cat. There's tons of information out there (both on the internet in general and ask metafilter in particular) but some of it is contridictory, and much of it doesn't mention danger to pets. So, what have you used to rid yourself of the little beasts without endangering your furry friends?
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posted by mostlymartha
on Apr 10, 2007 -
21 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.
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posted by SpecialK
on Mar 17, 2007 -
4 answers
How do I find a cat whisperer/pet behavioralist in Santa Barbara, CA? Is there some sort of association or something out there?
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posted by k8t
on Mar 15, 2007 -
10 answers
I have a 12-week old kitten. Both my partner and I are at work/school during the day. How long can I leave her alone for?
posted by esolo
on Feb 28, 2007 -
21 answers
Does anyone have any good tips for giving a kitten amoxicillin? It's in liquid form and pipette; I can't seem to bring myself to give her the dose the way the vet described; she's got to have 2 doses a day.
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posted by uncballzer
on Feb 20, 2007 -
18 answers
Can anyone give recommendations for pet sitters in the Denver Metro area? We have cats and need someone to come into our house for four days to feed them.
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posted by Kimberly
on Jan 31, 2007 -
8 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.
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posted by treepour
on Jan 25, 2007 -
13 answers
