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Dog Behavior
Dogs are unable to talk just like we do, but we can still understand their feelings by observing their behavior and body language. It is compulsory that an owner is aware of his dog's body language, as it will not only strengthen their bond, but will also prevent tragic results where the owner is forced to abandon his dog due to behavior problems. In this category, there are questions relating to the different body languages of dogs, their behavior, etc.
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Labrador retrievers are greedy when it comes to eating:D my Labrador sits patiently at the end of the table staring at our food whenever we eat:D she ate 8 bowls of rice once when she was a puppy, she 'shared' food with other 7 dogs who ran away when she came along(:
When can a female dog be neutered?
You can get your female dog spayed as early as 6 months of age. It is a good idea to get her spayed before her first heat as the occurrence of breast cancer later on is greatly reduced to almost 0. Some Veterinarians are now saying the larger breeds should wait until they are around 14 months old, to allow for bone growth and maturing of the urethra. Ask your Veterinarian. Do not spay her in heat though.
Why does your dogs paw twitch?
Sometimes they appear to twitch because the dog is very sensitive to sounds. Other times the twitch can indicate that your dogs ears are uncomfortable, i.e. it may have an ear infection or ear mites. Have them checked.
Do you need to put water in a dog's crate?
Well, I would, just so the little guy wont have to beg for food or water. But if he tips it over, just remove it until he wants them.
What makes a dog act strange or scared?
Just stop beating it, and show a lot of love for the poor little criter
Percentage of pit bull attacks to any other dog attacks?
Highly unlikely.
The American Pitbull Terrier is a breed of dog 100 times less likely to attack it's owner, But when it does it causes a lot more damage than a average dog and it always gets the bad press even if it was not a APBT that bit someone.
Out of all the news stories you hear and read I would say maybe 3 are actually APBT's, Most are crosses and some are just plain mutts that resemble APBT's.
But people will not watch or read stories about how a lab or a mutt bit someone, But put the all mighty name of APBT on there and everyone will read it and watch it to see what all kind of non sense they can pin on the breed.
Males: Stands up and unzippers where ever they like and pees.
Females: Squats down and pees.
One of the reasons this happens is that the anal sacs are blocked. The other reason this might be happening is that the dog is allergic to some type of food. When this happened to our dog I took him to the vet and they drained his glands. When this did not alleviate the problem we realized that it was an allergy to a certain food I had given the dog. They prescribed a prescription to stop the itching and he has been great since then. I now only feed him hypoallergenic treats or make home made liver treats. Hope this helps.
Another reason could be a flea infestation. Only takes a few fleas to bite the dog to set off a skin reaction. So check for fleas and be sure to use a flea prevention program such as Frontline monthly or some other type of product. All it takes is one flea to bite the dog or cat to set off a reaction. It is the flea saliva that causes the problem so keep the fleas off. The first answer was very good to this question was very good. For a good dog food, I recommend Natural Choice. You just don't want a food that has any wheat, by products, soy or corn in it. Read the label on the food and look at the first 3 ingredients. You want to see things like chicken meal, not chicken "by products" and again no Wheat.
What is the class of a pit bull?
A dog Scientific classification is:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Canidae
Genus: Canis
Species: C. lupus
Subspecies: C. l. familiaris
A dog, no matter the breed, has the same class in the classifation.
Does dog saliva heal wounds faster?
dogs saliva has enzymes that destroys harmful bacteria but also when a dog licks its wound its tongue gets rid of dead tissue so the wounds heal faster.
This may not have the same effect for people. All animals have certain naturally occurring bacteria that live in their mouths. These same bacteria infecting your wound would likely lead to a serious medical problem. If you want to experiment with bodily fluids on your own wound, try your own tears rather than some butt-licking, carrion-eating animal's saliva.
Do you keep your other dogs away from the pregnant dog?
Certainly especially male dogs because if they start playing rough or get into a fight th pregnant dog could lose her puppies !!!!!!!
What foods can you feed a dog with parvo?
If your dog has parvo, it is highly unlikely your dog is eating. It should be on plenty amounts of fluids, i.e., Pedialite, Colloidal Silver, I.V., depending on the option you chose for recovery.
The two main symptoms of parvo are, vomiting and diarrhea until they are in the recovery stage.
I am sorry about your dog and hope pooch is better soon!
How can you tell when a dog is probably dreaming?
You can tell if your parakeet is felling sleepy when your parakeet is all puffed up and its eyes are closed. Try not to bother it, it probably just feels tired from a long day or something. But, yeah, YOUR WELCOME!
What do you do if your dog keeps running away?
You didn't say if you were out with the dog, but sounds like you had the dog tied up ... don't! Use chicken wire for a doggie run if you have too. I don't blame any dog for running if they are tied up most of the time. Dogs just like freedom like we do, but 9 chances out of ten the dog will come back on it's own. Don't scold the dog! If you live in the city then put up posters at stores (ask the owners), vets close by or advertise in the newspaper. Keep checking with your ASPCA and go down because they are busy and may over-look your dog.
Good luck
AnswerI don't see anything in your question to imply you were doing anything wrong, or how the dog was restrained. And when he returns, or you find him (I most certainly hope you do): Get a halter type collar that he can't slip out of again. They retain the animal without placing stress on the neck and leading to possible chocking. Answer">AnswerI would make the collar tighter if I ever caught the Dog!MY ANSWER: i think that you should go to a big open space(maybe like a park) but somewhere he cannot escape and run him and play fetch and chase him. Just let him have some free running time. He would like it!-sorry i kept on saying HE your dog could be a SHE. GOOD LUCK!
u could catch the dog with food and make its collar tighter or buy a harness
u could go chasing after it like most people but if itz trained kall its name. when ever u get ur dog back don't tighten the collar it might choke just put it 2 the next hole or 2.if u have a harnest i recommend tighten it a little bit. if that doesnt work and ur dog runs off again have neighbor's help u get or dog back. or maybe itz time 2get a stronger collar or harnest.
The answer is not to make the collar tighter, unless it was really loose. A dog collar should be fitted with you able to get two fingers under the collar when it is on your dog. I have no idea whether your dog was with you or tethered so I won't comment on that. A harness is the answer either way. I have left some links to various types of dog harnesses.
How do you stop a neighbors dog from urinating in my yard?
Well If you spray vinegar on the spot they wont like sent and wont go by it or maybe another strong as vinegar substance will work. Tiger urine can be purchased at many home and garden stores. The dogs will not know what the scent is, but will recognize it as a big cat and will avoid it.
Why do Dogs rubbing bum against the pavement?
Dogs rub on grass for the same reasons that people itch their bottoms. Either because they are wiping or cleaning something off of it, such as waste, or they are trying to itch it
They could have worms, is your dog regularly dewormed. They also could have blocked anal glands , your vet can check for this and give the appropriate treatment.
Why has your dog begun to drool excessively?
Maybe he's dreaming of something yummy, or snoring......?
Yes, That's part of it but when you throw the ball or etc for him does the ball go all wet, maybe hes just dreaming hes chewing a ball or he could just have alot of slobber. |:
Why is my trained dog having accidents?
- Make sure the crate is not too big and that there are no absorbent materials in it at first. Make sure the dog is not left in the crate longer than he can hold it. Give the dog plenty of opportunity to go outside before going into crate. Be on a set schedule.
- In the first place why is your dog in a crate? You should train your dog from a pup (they usually are partially trained by their mother) by feeding the puppy and know that 15 - 20 minutes later the pup needs to go outside to do their business and you go out with them. I also train my dogs on newspaper (in case of emergencies or my husband and I will be a little later than usual getting home and I don't like my dogs to have to hold in their urine or bowel movements.) Get the dog out of the crate! If you don't know how to train your dog then get a trainer to help you. It's not good psychologically for a dog to be left in any crate when they are adults. You are the head of the pack so start acting like it and start working with your dog to train it.
Boxer
The boxer is a German breed, developed in the late 1800s from mastiff-type dogs known as bullenbeisers (bull-baiters). The brabant bullenbeiser is generally accepted as being the most immediate ancestor of the boxer. These dogs were selectively bred for hunting and holding prey - and the independent thinking ability required for that task remains a feature of the breed today.
The modern boxer is a medium sized dog, short haired, energetic and muscular dog. Males stand between 57-63 cm (23-25 inches) tall and weigh around 30-32kg (66-70lb), and females 53-59 cm (21-23 inches) weighing around 25-27kg (55-60lb).
The boxer is a brachycephalic breed - meaning that it has a very short muzzle with the lower jaw extending beyond the upper jaw (undershot). While this gives the dog a very secure 'bite' (remember the breed was first developed for hunting and holding prey) it also means he has difficulty in regulating body temperature, and does not do well in very hot or cold conditions - he may also snore.
Yorkie
The Yorkshire Terrier's coat is not coarse, but is fine and silky to the touch. Unlike other breeds, which have fur, the Yorkshire has hair that is growing constantly. They have no undercoat and do not shed.
The Yorkshire Terrier is a lovely lap dog that much prefers to be held on their owner's lap all day. They have a dose of attitude combined with a bright and playful nature. The Yorkshire Terrier is a true and loyal companion.
This dog is intelligent, lively, and fearless. They focus entirely on their owner and are extremely affectionate. It has been said that a Yorkshire Terrier requires more human companionship and attention than any other breed.
The Yorkshire Terrier can be territorial and likes to have their space respected. They are tolerant of older children if treated with care. The Yorkshire Terrier can also be somewhat independent and assertive. They get along well with other pets.
The Yorkshire Terrier's coat requires daily grooming. The hair on top of the head, if grown long, is usually secured with a band or bow. However, if the Yorkshire Terrier is not being used for show, then the coat may be clipped short. Ears and eyes must be cleaned daily. Dental hygiene is also important.
What percentage of people dislike pit bulls?
It is not known, but inner city shelters estimate that over 50% of dogs can be pit bulls. In my local shelter, about 10% of dogs are pit bulls or their mixes.
How do you fold a metal dog crate?
Every dog crate is different. Some you may have to remove a pin or unlatch something. Others are collapsible and yet others require that you remove most if not all of the hardware. You may want to contact the manufacturer for a diagram or have them walk you through the process over the phone.
I don't know which dogs eat paper but if they do DON'T LET THEM. It's bad for them.
Your dog Chihuahua shivers and then pants at night is he sick?
When he pants and shivers it probably means that he is cold at night. That is in most cases, but there is one case that is different. You may need to ask some questions though. Where does your chihuahua mix sleep? What is he mixed with? My aunts chihuahua was mixed with a Mexican hairless dog so it barely had any hair and it was acting like yours. It is probably just a genetic reaction to something that happened when he was born, something he ate, or he just is a regular chihuahua.
