LOL I couldn’t say I know why but Jasmine used to do that too when she was little. Maybe she was trying to dry me off seeing I was wet. 😉
Hello, My Border Collie Has Some Weird Coloured Skin On His Nose, Which Has Appeared…
Hello, my border collie has some weird coloured skin on his nose, which has appeared recently. Please can someone help or know what this is…
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Why Does My Dog Lick Me After A Shower Or Swim In The Pool
Why does my dog lick me after a shower or swim in the pool
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Krista Magnifico Because he loves you? Because you taste yummy? Because they are inquisitive, sweet, adoring beings far more wonderful than humans? Just my professional thoughts on the question.
My Dog, A Schnoodle 7yrs Is Lethargic, Seems To Have Pain In His Hind…
My dog, a schnoodle 7yrs is lethargic, seems to have pain in his hind quarters (like arthritis type pain) and is sensitive around the anal area and slightly runny stool. Any thoughts or advice please.
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Jana Where there is pain and lethargy combined, there is an emergency.
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Anonymous I agree, treat this like an emergency and get him to the vet ASAP.
I Have A 2 Year Old Pittbull Mix Who Does Not Like His Nails Trimmed…
I have a 2 year old pittbull mix who does not like his nails trimmed so he has to be but to sleep, it gets done about every 2 months because it is expensive. My question is it looks like the quick is getting longer but not the nails I asked the vet tech that but she said
I have a 2 year old pittbull mix who does like his nails trimmed so he has to be put to sleep every 2 months to get them done when I said to the vet tech that it looks like the quick is getting longer but not the nails she said it is my imagination. Should I be getting them trimmed sooner then every 2 months and if so putting my dog to sleep be harmful to him? Is there anything else we can try his vet is not helpful?
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Sarah I completely agree with the previous answer. Our German shepherd does not like getting his nails trimmed either… we used to have to muzzle him when we first got him. We’ve had him for seven years now, and he isn’t great about it, but he us better to the point where he no longer needs to be muzzled. I got a book from the library that explained ways to get them more comfortable it’s having their feet and nails touched through positive reinforcement. Best of luck.
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Krista Magnifico Hello,
I think it will be cheaper and better in the long run to start working with a positive reinforcement trainer on getting your pup comfortable with nail trimming. I also think that there might be other options than anesthesia. Ask your vet for more help in coming up with a plan you are happy with, or ask for a referral for a trainer or find a vet who will work with you on terms that are better for both you and your dog. -
Anonymous Desensitization is KEY.
My dobe wouldn’t let me go near her feet. She has bitten me and she broke our dremel when I tried to do it…so I took her to a groomer who works with show dogs. Over the span of a year we visited her every week, and we got my girl’s nails to where they still click but they’re not talons, and I can now do them at home.
I would look into scratch boards while you work on positive desensitization. This has saved folks a TON of money.
Are you on Facebook? I found a wonderful group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nail.maintenance.for.dogs/
Their Files section has a TON of information and help.
Dogs Neck Got Swollen Suddenly ….i Would Like To Take Him To Hospital …but The…
dogs neck got swollen suddenly ….i would like to take him to hospital …but the problem is …he is street dog ..what should i do ….i really want to help him …is there any way?
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Jana I believe she’s asking about how to actually get the dog to the veterinarian.
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Krista Magnifico Without knowing why it is swollen (infection, cancer, trauma, poisoning, etc), it is not possible to offer any treatment options.
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Leah Hay you could try phone the SSPCA or RSPCA if you aren’t able to take the dog to a vets
Dogs Neck Swollen Up Suddenly ….what Should I Do
dogs neck swollen up suddenly ….what should i do
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Jana If there is ANY difficulty breathing, GO NOW [to a vet]. Even if there isn’t, I’d still see one asap [today] or at least talk to one.
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Anonymous Go to the vet IMMEDIATELY.
My Dog Is A Pitbull Female 10 Months And Her Anus Has Been Swollen For…
my dog is a pitbull female 10 months and her anus has been swollen for about 2 days but she acts normal. But just a few moments ago we saw that there were a few drops of blood on the ground and we r thinking it came from her. What should I do? Helpppp
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Anonymous Get her to the vet.
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Krista Magnifico I agree!! An examination including a rectal exam needs to be done.
Sunday, After Groomed In A Petshop, My Cat Can’t Stand Right, Tremble When He Walks…
Sunday, After groomed in a petshop, my cat can’t stand right, tremble when he walks and his head turn to left and can’t turn back. His appetite still good, doesn’t have trouble in peeing or pooping. Eyes roll well. I have gone to clinic performed x-ray and see 3 different vets. But no vets has the same answers. One said axis and atlas bone dyslocation, other said fracture and muscle neck inflammation and the last said otitis interna. what happened to my cat actually? Can he fully recovered?
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Krista Magnifico I’m sorry to hear about your cat. This cannot be answered without an in person exam and review of the radiographs. I strongly recommend that you seek a specialists help and give her rest in a cage so she cannot hurt herself further.
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Zhai Hui I know that. But here in Indonesia, we don’t have any specialist. So idk what to do again now.
maybe you can help me to interpret these xray results? I add another xray from different position. So i hope you can help me by giving a good interpretation of my cat’s results here
My Puppy Is 13 Weeks, For The Past 2 Weeks He Has Been Very Good…
My puppy is 13 weeks, for the past 2 weeks he has been very good! Training well and just being a very good puppy, but the last 3 days he’s been really bad, he’s starting to pee inside again, chew up carpet, growling barking and biting, and just not listening to me and my parter! Is there any reason or anything as to why he’s all of a sudden acting like this?
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Krista Magnifico Hello,
Certainly it is possible and plausible that there is a medical reason behind this. The only way to know is to see your vet. After that we discuss adequate exercise, diet, training and making sure that your puppy has everything they need to be happy, healthy, and a welcome member of your family. I would like to add that puppies (or any pet at all) are never ever “bad”. They are trying to tell you in the only way that they know how to, that they are frustrated and need something. Usually it is more time, attention, training and exercise. Please be very very patient and understanding and please try to find someone who can articulate what your pup is trying to tell you. This is a crucial age for development, training and a lifelong successful happy relationship together. Get help from a positive reinforcement trainer.
Very best of luck
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Sarah Right now it is really important to create good bond with your pup. This is best done through training, play and walks. Granted, the age and stamina of your puppy dictates the amount of time spent, but it is the quality of that time that is key. Being in tune with your pup is key. A puppy class would be very beneficial for both owner and dog. It is great for socialization, which is very important. It also helps owner with training and is great mentally for the dog. Please be patient during training… if you find you’re getting too frustrated, chances are that your puppy is too. Walk away and try again later. It should be fun for everyone.
Good luck?
I Think My Dog Ate Rat Poison 2-3 Days Ago. Is There Any Thing I…
I think my dog ate rat poison 2-3 days ago. Is there any thing i can do from home to help him? He had ran off a few days prior to this and attacked a neighbors livestock so i was supposed to take him to be put down but didnt, so cant really take him to vet..
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Krista Magnifico Hello,
I am sorry to hear about your dog. If your dog did get into rat poison it certainly an be fatal. The longer you wait to get help the worse your dogs prognosis is. It is helpful to know what kind of poison he ate. With this information we recommend that you call the pet poison helping and the product manufacturer to get help for your dog. In most cases we pre-emptiness stray dogs on vitamin K supplements to slow or stop the clotting problems that rat poisons kill by. I cannot over emphasize how important it is to get help. I also cannot over empathize how quickly you need to act. Rat poison is a cruel, painful, and awful way to die. No one should ever buy or use this product. There are better, safer ways to manage rats. I suggest a cat, or two. -
Jana Was that a court ruling of some sort that you were told to put him down? Would the vet know about this? How about a different vet, then?
There seems to be both loss of pigment AND some lesions on there … ? I would certainly work with a vet because you don’t know whether it’s an infection or autoimmune problem. Collies are prone to localized lupus; in fact it’s also called Collie Nose …