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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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How much is AU 99.00 in American money?

The exchange rate between Australian Dollars (AU) and United States Dollars (USD) varies from day to day, depending on the economy. Currently, as of September 12, 2014, 99.00 AU converts to 89.50 USD.

How much do Americans spend on designer clothes?

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maybe from $44- $440 even more depending of the designer make I'm from UK so I won't know but I do buy designer clothes such as Miss Sixty, Juicy Couture, Cake couture, Broke down, Paul Franks and all that.

How much does it cost to do a guaranteed analysis for pet food?

The cost to do a guaranteed analysis for pet food varies depending on where you send your treats. New Jersey Feed Labs provides guaranteed analysis starting at $33.50 per treat.

Is there some kind of spray that will keep puppies from chewing on things they aren't suppose to?

don't bother buying sprays, just a waste of money, I got this tip and it works, sounds weird tho, Now hear me out.... you know the pup loves their owners smell, so take some of your socks or both you and anyone who lives with you socks, they must be a little dirty with your scents on them, use old ones if you can, make sure they have a least 2 days use on them. Then tie them up together to make a toy, like a bunch of wide ropes, then soak them with water, then put them into a plastic freezer bag, when frozen give to the pup, it will help stop his chewing, and he will then play with it, till its in shreds and you will have to make another, make 2 while you are at it. this should solve your problem. I've been thru the chewing many a time, my alligator shoes!!! my new fishing rod,,geez the things they chew on. I hope this helps you, I had tried the bitter apple spray etc, no luck with any of them, the socks help. Love the first post and a good idea. I have a Cockapoo male and he went through the chewing stage. Puppies are like human babies and do teeth. I went and got a hard rubber baby teething ring and put it in the freezer then gave it to him. He loved it and it was soothing to his gums. I still buy these plastic/rubber toys shaped in a bone with prongs on them and he is now just over a year old and loves to chew on that old thing. Thus, no more chewing on anything around the house, but he'll steal socks, my husband's underwear and is a complete kleptomaniac! LOL Thankfully he doesn't ruin anything, but he does have 2 stashes around the house and when he's not looking I retrieve what I need too.

What dog food or treats do dogs prefer?

Dogs love to eat homemade food. When you eat chicken or turkey, do you leave leftovers? If yes, cool them up on the microwave oven and give them to your dogs! Specially chicken wings, dogs love chicken wings. If you want more of the branded canned food, then Pedigree is your first choice. Dogs think Pedigree is delicious. But, always, leftover homemade food is much preferred by dogs, specially left over chiken, turkey and those of the edible bird type. Do NOT feed them leftovers like raisins, cake, or something that you think may cause Diabetes, High Blood Pressure or Choking.

Dog Care professional at Animal Inn, Klarisa Rogiers.

How much do dog cages cost?

It depends on the size of the dog crates you need for your dog and that also depends on the size of your dogs. Dog crates for both small and medium sized dogs can cost around $20 to $50 while large crates for large dogs can cost from $50 to $100. It also depends on what brand you choose for your dog crates. Some popular brands for dog crates are Petmate, Midwest, and Pet Gear.

What are the side effects for Cerenia for dogs?

The most common side affects are excessive drooling,lethargy,vomiting,loss of appetite and diarrhea.

What does a gentle leader look like?

It looks like a short-nosed halter such as horses wear. One loop goes around the neck and the second loop passes through a metal clip on the first loop and around the nose. The leash attaches to the nose loop, at the throat. There's a link below to a YouTube clip showing a gentle leader on a dog.

Is I amS a good choice to feed your puppy?

No. IAMS tests on dogs and cats, that are kept in small cages, with poor air ventilation. They receive no love, and suffer from sicknesses from substances in the IAMS food. Go to iamscruelty.com for more information. No It is not, they do test on animals in a harsh way! Also the food has animal by-products, corn, and dyes in it I believe. I might also have soy and wheat in it but I don't know off hand. Try using Canidae which is All life Stages which means you can feed it from puppy to senior you wont have to keep changing there food. Also Wellness, Natural Balance, Solid Gold, Fromm, Innova, Evo, and Eagle Pack are good too!

What Brands of Puppy Food are best for German Shepherd Puppiesand how much do they cost?

Well I can't say for sure on the puppy food but I do have a recommendation for adult food. I would suggest the "Pinnacle" brand and any formula.

I have an 18 month old German Shepard, Dutch Shepard mix and he has been on this food since 8 months old when is supposed to be the earliest you can put them on adult food. When I got him he was on Purina puppy chow. I started him in protection training with a local trainer who loves GSD's and does all sorts of training. He does police dogs, personal protection, guide dogs etc, etc. I have known this trainer for over 15 years and he knows what he is talking about. When I asked him about food he said it has to be Pinnacle.

Since I put him on it he started eating better, has more energy, put on healthy muscle weight, and has been eliminating less amounts. He is now huge too. He was supposed to be the runt of the litter and no one wanted him which is how i ended up with him. Also his coat is almost blinding in the sun. kinda like those vampires in that twilight movie my fiance made me go see and i am not exaggerating. At 18 months he now weighs around 100lbs and has a 28 inch neck and is showing no signs of stopping. When he sits the top of his ears are almost at chest level to my fiance. she is like 5'4 inches tall. I know the food can't make him turn into a giant but he has remained healthy, happy and energetic through all of his growing. Also I had a roommate at the time that had a pit bull puppy the same age that constantly had diarrhea (he was also on the Purina puppy food). In less than a week he had no more problems and hasn't since.

I did some research on the food and it says that most formulas are for puppies as well as adults.

Now the drawback......price. I feed my dog the chicken and oats formula it is $53 for a 30lb bag and that is the cheapest formula.

First off I would stay away from the Nutro brand. I have friends that feed it to their pitbulls and was recommend by their vet who is a noted and trustworhty vet in our area and has saved 2 of my cats lives. However I had my GSD for 2 months when I tried to put him on a different food. I bought the Nutro and gave him some and left for work. At work I started looking up reviews on the food and found a 200 page website (here is the link http:/wwwzperiodzconsumeraffairszperiodzcom/pets/nutrozperiodzhtml ) that I didn't like at all.

A lot of the complaints were to dogs having to be put down or died because of vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration ,and neurological disorders. Needless to say I got home that morning and found my dog throwing up ever where and had horrible diarrhea. I know this is common when you change their food but i did mix it with the old food like I was supposed too. It does not change the fact that in the two months i had him he was never sick EVER! I do feed him the Nutro bones for healthy teeth and good breath (the ones in the blue box) all reviews were good on them.

Have one year old American bulldog. She starts to limp after going for a walk or out running. What to do for for her to help with the pain?

The best thing you can do for the bulldog is take her to a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible. If you can't take her to a vet than the next best thing would be to talk to one over the phone about treatment options. Do not give the dog any pain relieving drugs that are for human use, unless ok'd by a vet, because dogs (especially bulldogs) are often allergic to them.

Can you find breeder quality dogs at animal shelters?

* If by 'breeder quality' you mean purebred, as opposed to mixed-breed, then yes, animal shelters receive purebred dogs quite often, particularly the larger breeds (Saint Bernards) and those that tend to be more aggressive (Pit bulls, German Shepherds), because people buy or adopt these dogs without having researched their behavioral characteristics or long-term needs. If you mean a dog suitable to use for breeding, then no. The American Kennel Club pulls the papers of all registered dogs that are surrendered to shelters. You would not have the necessary information on the dog's genetic health history to make an informed decision on whether or how that particular dog should be bred. Additionally, nearly all shelters require animals they adopt out to be spayed or neutered in an effort to reduce the pet over-population problem.While purebred dogs are nice, don't turn your nose up at the mixed-breeds. These types often have the best temperaments and make wonderful companions. * Yes there are many large pure bred dogs at the SPCA or other animal shelters. Also don't over-look the cross-breeds. The rage now is Labradoodles (cross with lab/poodle) Cockapoo (Cocker Spaniel/poodle) etc. The reason for this is to strengthen some breed lines and many breeds have been bred to death causing health issues and mental problems in some purebreds. While pure bred dogs are a wonderful companion don't over-look mixed breeds. They are finding that mixed breeds can be smarter and have longer life spans.

=== === * For the problems listed in above great answer shelters are full of pit bulls waiting to be adopted. You should always do your homework on the breed before adopting one. Visit: http://www.pitbull-info-and-training.com/pit-bull-adoption.html

Is Harts Rid Worm chewable tablets just as good or the same as Heart Guard Heartworm chewable tablets?

No , Harts Rid worm is for intestinal worms (like tapeworms etc.) , and Heart Guard heartworm chewable tabs are to prevent heartworms.

How much does a bag of ice weigh?

That depends on how much ice is in the bag.

A small bag that contains just a little bit of ice weighs very little, whereas

a larger bag that contains a great deal of ice weighs much more.

At the convenience store, ice is commonly sold in bags of five pounds or ten pounds,

but if you need some other weight of ice, you can easily add or remove ice from a bag,

until the bag has exactly the weight that you require.

Should you feed a dog or puppy human food regularly?

No. Eating human food regularly will make the dog or puppy sick. Dogs or puppies should eat dog food sure you can feed it scraps once in a while but never feed it human food regularl

Will adding pure high quality meat to high quality dry dog food regularly be bad for a dog?

What are the dangers of frontline plus?

Though fronline plus is very effective it is important to note that it is a pesticide and there fore like any other such item will have side effects. This is even a greater risk if the product is not applied properly. The cat may lick the product of if it catches on the hair and could be very damgerous.

Is water not good to put in your dogs food?

I haven't really tried it but I don't think they would like it- imagine someone putting water in your food.... Some people add water to their dog's kibble if they have a dog that doesn't like to drink water very much and they want to make sure it stays hydrated. A better choice would be to add a high quality wet food ( a couple tablespoons mixed in) to the dry for added nutrition, taste, and water content. Check the labels and use a good holistic brand, such as Before Grain or Eagle Pack Holistic-Natural Canned Formulas.

Are there any pet-friendly suntan lotions?

Vets and some pet supplies stores can supply pet friendly sunscreens. These usually differ from human sunscreen because they are more sticky so the animal finds it difficult to rub off, and they are non-toxic, because animals may lick them off.

Some animals find the smell and feel of these sunscreens annoying, but they are worth using.

Is is legal to buy pet meds from Canada?

There is some dispute over this. It is fine for medicaitons that are not prescription in your own country but a rather more grey area if you buy products that may be prescription free in Canada but not in the US for example.

Lots of people do it regardless though as the fact that heartworm medications are prescription only in the US is slightly unfair. The savings on heartworm medicine that is prescription free from Canada are not to be overlooked.

Can cerenia be crushed?

Yes for cats and no for dogs.Dogs have to have it in a injection

What can you add to your dogs food to ward off fleas?

Brewer's Yeast. But really, those products like Advantage that you put a couple drops of on the backs of their necks works wonderfully well in no time at all. Also, to get fleas out of carpet, sprinkle some borax, yes, like twenty mule team borax that you get in the laundry aisle of the grocery store, onto the carpet, sweep in, let sit for30 minutes or so and vacuum up. The borax is a dessicant and dries up the fleas and their eggs. I did this once and it cleared my whole house of fleas. Borax is safer than table salt.