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Man's best friend has a wide variety of products aimed at him (or her). There is everything from special doggie shampoos to cutesy "outfits," toys, special dog foods, health care products, and more. The diversity can cause confusion and lead to questions about which products work best or fit a specific situation. Answers to your questions in this category can help you learn what products are best for your best friend, your dog.

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What are the best quality dog products?

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The best quality dog products prioritize the well-being and comfort of our canine companions. Premium dog food brands, such as Orijen or Wellness, offer nutritious options with high-quality ingredients. For durable and safe toys, brands like Kong and West Paw Design are known for their longevity and pet-friendly materials. When it comes to grooming, Earthbath and Burt's Bees provide gentle and natural options. Additionally, harnesses and collars from Ruffwear and Blueberry Pet ensure both style and functionality. Overall, the best dog products combine safety, durability, and nutritional value to enhance the overall health and happiness of our furry friends.

What dog treats do dogs like the most?

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It really depends on the dog. For puppies, a lot of them love Petco's brand puppy treats. For adults, it really ranges, but lots like Beggin' Strips. Try going to your local pet store and picking out a few kinds.

Why does a puppy chew and destroy things when left on their own?

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Dogs chew on things because they are bored or teething.

What is in I ams dog food?

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alfalfa,antioxidants,apples,bacteria cultures,carrots,catfish meal,brewers dried yeast,celery.chicken fat,chicken meal,dried beet pulp(sugar removed),eggs,flaxseed meal,ground brown rice,potatoes,proteinated mineral package and spinach.

What products are effective at removing odors from a dog pen?

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Cedar chips are a good way to keep odors down. Pens must be cleaned out every day. I have a doggy run and two dogs, so I clean that run twice a day and also put cedar chips down and there is no smell. Cedar chips are a decent option for outdoor pens in dry areas. However, for concrete pens, or indoor runs I've only come across a couple things that really work well. One is a product called Natures Miracle... really wonderful stuff. I couldn't recommend it more highly than I do. The other option is to use a vinegar rinse. Typically, 1/2 vinegar to 1/2 water... really wet everything down... and then rinse really well with plain water afterwards. You don't want to leave any vinegar residue or smell behind. There are a lot of good cleaning products out there with that special enzyme that removes odors Petastic and Natures Miracle are really similar actually they were the same thing at one time Petastic got to keep the name Natures Miracle has the formula but there both good. Also Pet Friendly is good too!

What brand of food is the best for poodles?

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There are many good brands of dog food you can buy, Eukenuba and Iams to name a few, but I would recommend a dry kibble because poodles are prone to have more tooth decay and gum disease than other breeds of dogs. A semi-moist brand of food is fine too, just brush their teeth more often. Ask your vet for suggestions.

How do you get dog urine smell away?

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Ok- if the urine smell is coming from the floor inside the house... you must pull up the carpet /wood or laminate floor - get it down to the slab or the subfloor- use a bleach/water solution on the slab or the wood subfloor- let dry- then apply Kilz Oil based primer several coats- you can also replace the area of subfloor that is urine soaked- with new plywood subfloor- if you are on a slab- seal the affected area-with kilz= once the kilz dries- you can re-install any flooring over the area- if the pet stain/smell is on any thing else- bleach/and water and Mohawk flooring essentials odor control spray will neutralize the odor!

How can i get my dog on tv?

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Audition it for dog shows and commercials pertaining to pets, such as dog food commercials.

What kind of human food can rottweiler eat?

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Rotties should be fed regular dog food or home-made food that includes meat, vegetables and grains. They should NEVER eat chocolate or any substances or plants that could poison them, such as antifreeze, warfarin (rat/mouse poison), water hemlock, etc.. They can and will eat anything, if they feel the need to do so, so you as the owner have to make sure what they're eating is right for them to eat and not something that's going to hurt or kill them.

How can you get your dog to gain weight?

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If your dog is underweight, it is best to put him on a meat-based diet. Here are some suggestions to whet your pet's appetite:

* Sautéed chicken liver in butter * Canned chicken chunks * Boiled or grilled hamburger * Hard-boiled eggs * Eggs lightly scrambled in butter * Meat-based baby food * Macaroni and cheese with minced beef or sausage

As always, consult your vet first before proceeding with a weight-gain diet. Your vet will know whether or not your pet should gain weight; it might not be underweight in the first place.

How do you get sap off your dog?

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What kind of tools? mineral spirits works pretty good

How do you make dog tooth paste with baking soda and water?

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Instead of brushing your dogs teeth, try giving him a rawhide to clean them. They also sells bones that dogs can chew on the are supposed to clean teeth and make their breath smell better. If all you are looking for is the breath smelling better, they sell dog breath mints.

How much will it it cost to start a dog rescue?

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The cost to insure an animal rescue depends on many factors such as the size of the rescue, where it will be located, and what types of animals will be rescued. The best information can be found by calling insurance agents in the local area.

What human food can you feed a toad?

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well,

normally they can eat diced carrots

give them a banana and sausages.

How long do labradoodles live?

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Labradoodles tend to live 12 to 15 years with good care.

What do you do if you cut your dog's pad while grooming him?

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You can stop the bleeding with a styptic pencil, also called a hemostatic pencil, which you can get at a drugstore. If the cut is deep, take your dog to a vet.

What kind of food should you feed labradoodles?

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The diet of a labradoodle is whatever the Fudge you feed it. (Just don't feed it fudge,it might die) I have a Labradoodle as well, so i know. Think about the two breeds that make up the dog. Here we have a lab, and a poodle. both are considered med-large size dogs. This is what I do for my dog, i give her half of what she would eat if she were a lab and half of her diet if she were a poodle. My dogs is about 80lbs, so she eats about 2 cups total per meal... therefor, i give her one scoop of poodle dog-food and one scoop of Labrador dog-food and mix it in her bowl. HINT: They also sell this stuff at every grocery store in america. It comes pre-mixed in large bags....I think its is called.. DOG FOOD Yes, its true- dogs eat dog food. sarcasm aside, a good, quality dried, dog food is always a good bet, remember that buying the cheaper dog food might mean that your dog can miss out on important vitamins and minerals. if you are wondering if a brand of dog food is good quality or not, check the side of the bag for AAFCO certification, it's usually in small text, but its there, or not, depending. Dog foods labeled as 'complete and balanced' must meet standards established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) either by meeting a nutrient profile or by passing a feeding trial. ALSO, remember that the majority of a dogs development and growth occurs within the first year. During this time a good quality dog food specifically made for puppies is generally considered best.

Is cocoa powder harmful to dogs?

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yes. chocolate is very deadly for dogs, especially dark. (higher quantity of cocoa) if you are asking because your dog has eaten chocolate, mark my words: TAKE YOUR DOG TO THE VET AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! YOUR DOG COULD BE AT RISK! DONT TAKE A CHANCE AND KILL YOUR PET! ITS A LIVING THING! hope this helps! happy woofs! =)

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YES! NEVER EVER FEED YOUR DOG(S) CHOCOLATE! It can be so toxic to dogs! My dog got in to 2 pounds of chocolate and we had to bring her to the emergency vet. She almost died. It is a very horrible thing! The best thing to do is keep chocolate out of the reach of dogs!

Symptoms of Chocolate Toxicity:

  1. diarrhea
  2. vomiting
  3. excessive urination
  4. hyper/restless
  5. panting hard
  6. fast heart rate
  7. excessive thirst

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Chocolate is bad for dogs - in fact, veterinarians consider it poison. Chocolate contains theobromine, a central nervous system stimulant that may cause seizures, excessive urination (leading to dehydration), and heart damage.

The half-life of theobromine is approximately 17.5 hours. If your dogs ate the cookie several weeks ago, they have entirely eliminated the toxin from their bodies by now and should be fine. Be careful not to let them have more, though. Dogs can develop a craving for chocolate, just like humans.

According to Talk to the Vet, the darker the chocolate, the more theobromine it contains. Milk chocolate is less toxic than dark chocolate, which is less toxic than baker's chocolate.

Talk to the Vet (see Related Links) suggests the following formula for calculating overdose:

1 ounce per 1 pound of body weight for Milk chocolate

1 ounce per 3 pounds of body weight for Semisweet chocolate

1 ounce per 9 pounds of body weight for Baker's chocolate

Symptoms of chocolate toxicity include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, twitching, and seizing. This is considered a veterinary emergency requiring prompt, supportive care.

While sharing chocolate with your dog may seem fun and harmless in small quantities, the practice is best avoided. A better choice is to keep a small supply of treats on hand that are nutritionally formulated for dogs.

For more information, see Related Links, below.

No they cant eat any form of chocolate! that would poison them and kill them.

Hey my dog has had it several times, and she is 13 years old!

YES it is VERY bad for them if they have to much they can DIE!!

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WildComet on Horse Isle 1

There is a chemical in chocolate called theobromine that is not well-tolerated by canines. Depending on the size of the dog and the amount and type of chocolate consumed, it can be deadly. The darker the chocolate, the more theobromine it contains, and the smaller the dog, the more likely he is to face serious consequences.

If you suspect that your dog has eaten chocolate, call your veterinarian immediately. If your dog begins vomiting, having diarrhea or increased urination, acting restless or having muscle tremors, these could be signs of a serious problem.

Chocolate can make a dog sick, or even lead to death. It can. Any type or amount of chocolate can be potentially very dangerous for dogs and some other animals.

Chocolate contains two harmful substances for dogs: caffeine and theobromine. Dark and semisweet chocolate is the most harmful, while white chocolate is the least. All it takes is 2 ounces of bittersweet chocolate for a 20 pound dog to start exhibiting signs of chocolate toxicity.

A side story: This is an exception, so don't try it. A family member had a dog that lived to a very old age despite eating copious amounts of Hershey's kisses. Despite this, DO NOT RISK IT. Don't feed dogs chocolate.

Should your dog ingest chocolate (like mine did), make the dog throw up IMMEDIATELY! Mine ate one quarter of a freshly baked chocolate cake with 4 full squares of bakers chocolate between the frosting and the cake. (Given her weight, age, and relative unhealthiness... could have saved me euthanasia costs.)

Within the first half hour IF you get the dog to throw up, you should be in the clear. NO WATER! It will make the chocolate pass through into the intestines faster and, therefore, won't come up. To make a dog chuck, use hydrogen peroxide (the kind used for cuts only NOT THE KIND FOR HAIR!), about one tablespoon in the back of the throat. A syringe or turkey baster is useful. Wait five minutes. NOTE dogs do NOT like an audience whilst puking, so watch out the window. IF that doesn't work, a tablespoon of salt in the back of their throat and wait five minutes and if that doesn't work, repeat hydrogen peroxide.

If too much time has lapsed, take it to a vet.

Some more advice:

It depends on the dog, the chocolate and the amount. If your dog has only ingested a slight amount of chocolate, monitoring at home is usually recommended.

Things to look for:

  • Vomit or diarrhea?
  • Is the dog still eating and drinking normally
  • Is the dog lethargic

If diarrhea or vomit occurs (which is likely to happen), you can feed a bland diet of 50% boiled lean hamburger or chicken to 50% boiled white rice. The diet is bland, easy to digest and will help rest the bowel while firming up the stool.

If the dog is lethargic, or not eating and drinking, it should go to the vet asap.

yes, it is poisonous to dogs.

Chocolate is poisonous to dogs. Your dog might not show ill effects after eating a small amount, but keep an eye on it in any case.

If a dog has eaten a really large amount you should ring the vet or animal clinic for advice straight away, without waiting for symptoms to show.

Keep all food out of reach except those foods your pets are allowed to eat - substances you know are bad for your pet shouldn't ever be left where they could be eaten. You need to be as careful with what you leave lying around within reach of a pet as you should be with leaving possibly harmful things around small children. Sharp objects, cigarettes or butts, medication, chemicals, unsuitable foods, and so on, like all other possible sources of harm, should be safely out of reach.

Check on unsuitable foods with your vet, or a veterinary website - there are many giving this advice; see one at the link below - so that you know what food is okay to give your pet.

If you have people around who want to feed things to your pet that you know are bad for it, tell them you'll send them the vet's bill if they make your animal sick.

How many cups are in a 16 lb bag of eukanuba dry dog food?

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As an approximation, my 40lb bag of dry Eukanuba large breed puppy food fits pretty well in a 45 quart container.

45quarts * 4 cup / 1 quart = 180 cups.

180 cups * 16 lb / 40 lb = 72 cups.

This is just an approximation based on how the large nugget food fits in my container. If you have a scale that reads ounces you could put cups on it until it reads 16oz and multiply by lbs in a bag.

Can dog urine stick to the carpet when it dries?

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Yes because it sinks in and then the carpet may become yellow and stinky .

What can a 12-year-old do to make money to buy a dog?

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That's really a good question. I know if I wanted to buy a dog, I'd figure out any way I could to earn the money I need. But remember, there's also the cost of the dog food, vaccinations and vet visits when your pet gets sick. There's a lot more expense than just buying a dog.

Ok, here's some suggestions: You could mow lawns, wash cars, and in the fall, rake lawns. Maybe some of your neighbors/relatives have some "odd jobs" that need to be done, like cleaning out a basement or a garage.

The really hard part of those jobs is deciding if you're willing to do something about it, making the effort to go looking for them, and then actually following through and completing them.

It sounds to me like you've found the new friend you want to share your life with and from being a dog owner myself, it's worth every bit of work and effort. If you treat your dog like your best buddy, you'll have a true and loyal friend for life, and more love than you'll know what to do with.

Here is some more advice from WikiAnswers contributors: *

All the above things are great..and here is a suggestion...that depending on where you are you may find can work well....and shows everyone you understand what it requires to have a dog...

All dogs are great, but as many will tell you, some of the best are looking for you to adopt them at the local humane shelter. (Unfortunately, more dogs are born than there are people to take them...and some people who have them must give them up).

There are costs in adopting a dog...and the people at the Humane Society can help you make sure you get one that is right for you, and him (or her). These places need volunteers to do everything - help clean the place, feed and excercise the animals, just do so many things.....you may find by speaking to the local one that they can arrange to waive the adoption fee in exchange for you doing some days of volunteer work there. You should talk to your parents about it...they may think its a good way for you to learn about what your new obligation will take, while helping to do a good thing for your community. And, while your doing it, don't be surprised if you find your new best friend!

How much money does the average American spend in their lifetime?

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I'd reckon an average American would spend around $100.00 a day.

There are 2.8 billion people that live on less than $2 a day. Maybe the "average American" that spends $100 a day needs to stop being so selfish.

A sweatshop worker only gets 6 dollars a day, and the average sweatshop worker has about 5 people in that family, or more, so just think about that for a sec.... why don't we stand up for their rights, so they can get some proper food and clothing for once in their lifetime! The average American can get all they want. I come from a very poor family, and imagine what it feels like never to have any normal life, just envying the people around you who throw and rip up dollars just for fun in school. Imagine. Americans need to cut down on being selfish, thank you for pointing that out, whoever wrote that top part.

To the person who wrote this.

How are we being selfish if everything in this country costs a lot more?

ADDENDUM: this is probably way inaccurate. For the average American to spend $100 a day, the average family of four would have to make $146,000 per year. That is not the average salary. The mean household income is more like $46,000 per year... divide that by 3.14 (about the average family size), divide that by 365 days in a year, and the average spending per day would be closer to $40 per day.

ANOTHER VIEW:

Here is something to think about... the question is 'How much money does the AVERAGE American spend per day.' The key word here is AVERAGE, also, they are speaking in the singular, 1 person, not the average family.

So, here is my take on it.... the AVERAGE American makes a little more than $46,000 per year. Which translates to about $884 a week Gross income. Which works out to about a $675 Net income per week. Now that works out to about $96 per day. So, we have to assume that the AVERAGE American spends less than $96 per day. Obviously, the other person saying $168 per day is way too high.

It would be very time consuming to really get an exact answer. You know the AVERAGE American can spend up to $96 per day. But you would also have to consider in how much debt the Average American accumulates per year. You would also have to figure in how much the Average American puts in a Savings account each year. You would also have to consider how much they invest each year. You would also have to figure in the average number of people in an average household, this could dramatically cut down the cost of the Average person. If the Average household is 3 people, then the mortgage, utilities, would be split between 3 people, which would decrease the Average amount of money spent per day.

If it helps, I tallied up all my monthly bills (rent, utilities, food, gas, spending money, etc.), and averaged it out per day. I came up with about $64.00 per day I spend to live. Now, if I lived with someone else and we split the rent and utilities, it would go down to about $47 per day. I would definitely put my lifestyle in the Average American category.

What happens if you feed a puppy senior dog food?

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Please don't do this! Puppies need a lot of vitamins and a good healthy start while they are growing and developing. They also need food that will provide more fat and carbs to burn. If they don't get it, they will seem sluggish and won't develop as they should. Senior dog food is made to have a lot of that stripped out because older dogs don't get much exercise and you don't want them to get fat.

Where is kirkland dog food made?

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no its not made in the usa its made in a different state.

How do you get hair out of a slicker brush?

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probably you would need to take a comb and rake all the hair out with