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I am switching my cats from raw food to canned cooked food, which is somehow twice the price. Help? [more inside]
posted by leftover_scrabble_rack at 3:53 PM - 20 answers

Some days, mostly when the weather is terrible, or I have to work at my computer, my German shorthaired pointer isn't getting the physical and mental exercise she needs. An example. I'm looking for indoor activities for a tornado of a dog who is very intense, very strong, and very bored when she doesn't go outside. [more inside]
posted by banjonaut at 6:42 AM - 15 answers

Can someone recommend a Canadian animal charity that I can send some dog or cat food to via Amazon?
posted by davidstandaford at 4:03 PM - 5 answers

What's the best way to to give my cat drinking water while she's in a cone for the next couple weeks? [more inside]
posted by WhackyparseThis at 5:55 PM - 8 answers

After being quoted $4,000-$7,000 from VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago for a Level C dental extraction (2-3 teeth), x-rays, meds, and cleaning for my cat, I'm going to be shopping around for cheaper but still trustworthy care. I live on the North Side but can travel to a close suburbs like Skokie, etc. Any experiences, recommendations?
posted by tiny frying pan at 12:07 PM - 7 answers

I, retired librarian, have a large-ish house in a college town, with a studio wing that I’ve rented out some years. I also have 3 mid-size dogs that come and go from house to fenced yard. The dogs make it hard for me to take even short trips because of the cost of kenneling the 3; this is a rural area and overnight dog sitting isn’t yet really a thing here. I may also need to be across the country for several months, if an old friend’s illness enters a terminal phase. [more inside]
posted by mmiddle at 4:45 PM - 17 answers

I went to a meeting at a library and left the dog in the car. 30F when I parked. v. light breeze. Could it have gotten hot enough to be unsafe? [more inside]
posted by theora55 at 6:07 PM - 14 answers

Jasper is diabetic (among other things). He is very chill about his insulin injections and me checking his blood glucose but he is not onboard with me brushing his teeth. Looking for advice on a possible alternative. [more inside]
posted by She Kisses Wyverns at 10:46 AM - 6 answers

Our dog is having surgery on his knee tomorrow. We are worried about his recovery and how to care for him and make sure his surgery is successful and he's not miserable. [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 5:33 AM - 15 answers

I'm interested in activities to do with my (future) dog, like search and rescue, agility, frisbee, surfing, kayaking, hiking, scent work, hospital therapy dog, etc. Looking for anecdotes/experience about activities you and your dog have enjoyed, whether casually or competitively/professionally. Obviously the doggo's interest is primary, but what other factors are there? [more inside]
posted by bluesky78987 at 10:00 AM - 11 answers

We may be moving soon, and there are four semi-feral outdoor-only cats that most likely need to move with us. We are not sure how to do this, if it is even possible, or even if it’s a good idea. Do you have any experience here? Lot of details inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:18 PM - 9 answers

A few years ago, the Cat Distribution System got me. I've slowly transitioned him to indoor-only, yay! Is he... bored? [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform at 9:13 AM - 28 answers

Our 2 year old indoor only, light tabby, short hair, female cat has been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. What remedies we can try? [more inside]
posted by jabo at 11:49 AM - 14 answers

Do you think I’m being overly cautious about the risk of giving parvo to a pup in this situation, considering everyone involved either has gotten or is getting the proper shots? [more inside]
posted by Countess Elena at 11:37 AM - 8 answers

Our dog died of old age around the beginning of Covid, and since then we (older couple) have not been great healthwise. Partner is mobile but restricted because of being immunocompromised and undergoing chemotherapy. I definitely cannot undertake long walks, and physically pay for even short jaunts. We used to take our dog almost everywhere with us, so he had tons of activity. A new dog would not get the same benefits... [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:02 AM - 27 answers

Brushing my young kids' teeth in the evenings is much easier when I offer to show them a two minute video of an interesting animal while I do it. As it's for children, there are some stipulations. [more inside]
posted by distorte at 8:19 AM - 16 answers

Our cat is at a point where the vet wants to keep treating and I'm on the fence. Experience with cats and chlorambucil is especially helpful. [more inside]
posted by Frowner at 3:45 AM - 12 answers

We have inherited from our son a cat with arthritis/pain issues. We also inherited a little bottle of CBD oil he was using. It works really well, but we can't find anywhere to buy it again. [more inside]
posted by feelinggood at 11:06 AM - 4 answers

We've finally bowed to the reality of the situation and are adopting the outdoor cat that adopted us these last few years. Help us make the transition for both parties as smooth as possible. I'd love to hear advice, tips, and best practices around how to both move them indoors. [more inside]
posted by Carillon at 7:29 PM - 8 answers

I dehydrate raw chicken breast and keep it in the fridge. Each night, I chop up a small amount (about a tablespoon) and put it a little hot a little water then add the "chicken soup" to her kibble (Pica is ~9 lbs and not very food motivated). Given the current bird flu issues and that the chicken is not cooked are there health risks?
posted by pmaxwell at 5:48 PM - 7 answers