I just got an aquababy tank with two frogs in it. I am not yet sure whether they are male or female. I am mainly worried about if and when they mate. I do not wish to care for more than the two frogs, and I therefore do not wish to raise tadpoles. (I live in a small dorm.) Suggestions?
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They aren't likely to have babies in a tank that small. Also, things like temperature and water acidity contribute to breeding. Don't worry about it, just enjoy your frogs. If they should, by some miracle, happen to have babies, just donate them to the local pet store.
Friday, May 8, 2009
Affordable vetrinarian in Atlanta area?
I need to take my cat to the vet, I live in Smyrna GA and I am on a tight budget. I want to get good care for my cat but at an affordable price, some vets have outragous office visit fees, and thats not including the medicine and tests after you actually see the vet. I would just like to have some recomendations and specific pricing if you remember...I would also like to hear about places to avoid (such as the Bainfield in Petsmart...awful!) Thanks so much!
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Woods Animal Hospital in Norcross (might be further than you'd like) is pretty inexpensive. They seem like they deal mostly with basic stuff, anything really complex or involved you might wanna try somewhere else. I think the main doctor is getting ready to retire and they have very strange hours, but my family has taken our pets their for years and the people are very nice and we've never had a problem.
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Woods Animal Hospital in Norcross (might be further than you'd like) is pretty inexpensive. They seem like they deal mostly with basic stuff, anything really complex or involved you might wanna try somewhere else. I think the main doctor is getting ready to retire and they have very strange hours, but my family has taken our pets their for years and the people are very nice and we've never had a problem.
Advise on my rabbit please?
i have a couple of rabbits all in great health but on saturday just pasted i was asked if i could keep a baby rabbit that was unwanted of course we took him in but know his stools are large blobs and are very soft iv not given him any greens and he has pleanty of hay we know nothing about this rabbit but his small and i would say around 12 weeks old.any advise i would be greatfull
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Strange if he has had no greens, grass or fruit... may just need to give it a few days, who knows what the last owner fed it.
Is he rampant?
Take a stool sample to the vet as soon as possible, he could have an infection that might spread to your other bunnies like coccidia.
It could be his system cleaning out what he ate before. I would give him pellet and hay for a few days and see if it improves. It is nice you were able to take him in. Good Luck
I Would Suggest You Keep It Away FromThe Other Rabbits As It May Have An Infection. If The Stools Do Not Change Soon Then I Would Go To The Vets For A Check-up And A Sample Of The Stool.
are ALL his stools soft? or just once a day? if so, this could just be Caecotrophs that your older rabbits are having chance to eat before you notice them but the baby rabbits does yet realise he is meant to eat them?
Does he seem unwell at all? Or does he have lots of faeces building up on his fur around his bottom? If he has diarrhea like this then its possible he has a bacterial infection. (can't remember the name of it) I have had rabbits die from this within hours (especially litters around 6 weeks) When i have taken them to vets, they don't usually hold out much hope for them. However, we have managed to save a couple with this condition by giving warm baths to wash away any mess that builds up around the back passage, and keeping them dry and warm inside with plenty of water.
On the other hand he could just be unsettled at the move. Poor thing. Be careful that he doesn't infect your other rabbits if hes ill.
Hi, often the stress of moving to a new home and the change of diet that comes with it (even if it is just to a different pelleted food) can cause soft droppings.
I would suggest you give him just hay and pellets for the next couple of days and see if there is any improvement. they might also be his caecotrophs which he should eat but might not be as he is still unsettled from the move. If not he will need to go to a vet as he could have an infection or digestive disorder. Check him for other sign of illness such as watery or gooey eyes or nose, and if he has anything like this take him to the vet right away.
Also as he is doing loose droppings, please check his bottom everyday and if dirty clean it with a damp towel, as in the summer flies lay eggs in the fur of dirty rabbits leading to a nasty condition called flystrike which is where the maggots eat the flesh of the bunny. If you see anything like this you will need to get him to the vet as it it fatal if not treated immediately.
Good luck. Hope he is ok. I congratulate you for rescuing a bunny and giving him a better life.
It could be something it has eaten at its previous home, or it could be a infection of some sort. Best bet is to take it to the vets, just get it checked, they wil no best.
Rabbits have sensitive GI tracts you need to go to a vet asap!
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Strange if he has had no greens, grass or fruit... may just need to give it a few days, who knows what the last owner fed it.
Is he rampant?
Take a stool sample to the vet as soon as possible, he could have an infection that might spread to your other bunnies like coccidia.
It could be his system cleaning out what he ate before. I would give him pellet and hay for a few days and see if it improves. It is nice you were able to take him in. Good Luck
I Would Suggest You Keep It Away FromThe Other Rabbits As It May Have An Infection. If The Stools Do Not Change Soon Then I Would Go To The Vets For A Check-up And A Sample Of The Stool.
are ALL his stools soft? or just once a day? if so, this could just be Caecotrophs that your older rabbits are having chance to eat before you notice them but the baby rabbits does yet realise he is meant to eat them?
Does he seem unwell at all? Or does he have lots of faeces building up on his fur around his bottom? If he has diarrhea like this then its possible he has a bacterial infection. (can't remember the name of it) I have had rabbits die from this within hours (especially litters around 6 weeks) When i have taken them to vets, they don't usually hold out much hope for them. However, we have managed to save a couple with this condition by giving warm baths to wash away any mess that builds up around the back passage, and keeping them dry and warm inside with plenty of water.
On the other hand he could just be unsettled at the move. Poor thing. Be careful that he doesn't infect your other rabbits if hes ill.
Hi, often the stress of moving to a new home and the change of diet that comes with it (even if it is just to a different pelleted food) can cause soft droppings.
I would suggest you give him just hay and pellets for the next couple of days and see if there is any improvement. they might also be his caecotrophs which he should eat but might not be as he is still unsettled from the move. If not he will need to go to a vet as he could have an infection or digestive disorder. Check him for other sign of illness such as watery or gooey eyes or nose, and if he has anything like this take him to the vet right away.
Also as he is doing loose droppings, please check his bottom everyday and if dirty clean it with a damp towel, as in the summer flies lay eggs in the fur of dirty rabbits leading to a nasty condition called flystrike which is where the maggots eat the flesh of the bunny. If you see anything like this you will need to get him to the vet as it it fatal if not treated immediately.
Good luck. Hope he is ok. I congratulate you for rescuing a bunny and giving him a better life.
It could be something it has eaten at its previous home, or it could be a infection of some sort. Best bet is to take it to the vets, just get it checked, they wil no best.
Rabbits have sensitive GI tracts you need to go to a vet asap!
Advice on Stick Bugs?
I just got 2 Stick Bugs and I am fixing up the habitat slowly. Is there any plants that should NOT be in the terrarium?
So far I have the stuff the pet store owner gave me for the bottom. A block of dirt and other stuff mix that is soaked in water then placed in the aquarium. I have a vase that I put the briar clippings in. Some hen and chick cactus, Cooler Vinca and Coleus plants in there. I mist the habitat daily.
Any advice on whatelse to add or not add? I have them in a 20gal tall aquarium. Same base size as a 10 gal but taller.
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Sounds like you are off to a good start. Vinca and blackberry are the two plants kept in the stick bug cage at the natural history museum where I work part-time. I would stay away from cape ivy as I have heard it can be poisonous.
why on earth would you want a stick bug?get a lizard atleast, they are better. put leaves and ALOT of sticks in there. and put a little pond in there. only a tiny one though.
good luck lol
I think walking sticks are neat looking. You can put any kind of sticks and folage in with the walking stick. They are more active at night. Have fun with your walking stick. Have you seen the ones that they have in different countries. They are very neat and they are larger then the ones in the US.
So far I have the stuff the pet store owner gave me for the bottom. A block of dirt and other stuff mix that is soaked in water then placed in the aquarium. I have a vase that I put the briar clippings in. Some hen and chick cactus, Cooler Vinca and Coleus plants in there. I mist the habitat daily.
Any advice on whatelse to add or not add? I have them in a 20gal tall aquarium. Same base size as a 10 gal but taller.
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Sounds like you are off to a good start. Vinca and blackberry are the two plants kept in the stick bug cage at the natural history museum where I work part-time. I would stay away from cape ivy as I have heard it can be poisonous.
why on earth would you want a stick bug?get a lizard atleast, they are better. put leaves and ALOT of sticks in there. and put a little pond in there. only a tiny one though.
good luck lol
I think walking sticks are neat looking. You can put any kind of sticks and folage in with the walking stick. They are more active at night. Have fun with your walking stick. Have you seen the ones that they have in different countries. They are very neat and they are larger then the ones in the US.
Advice on giving up my pet when I transfer to dream college(pet owners only please)?
ok so i've got a pet rabbit and a decision on whether or not to attend this college that sounds like one of the best opportunities i could possibly hope for. Unfortuantely, this college will not house pets and I doubt I would be able to get an apartment with all the biting she does and work I would have to do to pay for it-no time to play with her. This includes schoolwork too.
I have a deep love for my rabbit, and I take care of her to the very best of my abilities. I feel like if I give her up for adoption just so I could selfishly fulfill my dreams, it would be like trading my soul to the devil basically lol. It's just an incredibly tough decision.
Nobody in my family is capable of taking care of her in the way I think she deserves. I think if I were gone for a few weeks they would make a rabbit stew out of her. I have also tried thinking of any friends who might house her while I"m away. None will and mostly never will.
I'm in a twist really. i ask for help from caring pet owners
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-smiles grimly- Honey, I feel you.
I'm just beginning my second year at college and own three pets: a ball python, a bearded dragon, and a corn snake. I'm about to give up at least one of them due to the lack of time I'll have come fall. I still live at home because I've been saving up to study abroad in a year or two. I've been taking Arabic classes and really enjoy it. They have a great program in Egypt that would have me living there for six months.
My problem? In Egypt they only have pet cats and occasionally dogs. There are no pet shops. No vets for pet reptiles. Nobody sells mice, and they sure as hell won't allow my babies in any dorm OR apartment. My egyptian friends couldn't even fathom the idea of having a pet snake. My family sure as hell won't care for them in my absence nor will any relatives or friends. So do I give up the dream? Or my babies?
I'm looking into candidates for new homes for the beardie and corn snake right now; planning to keep one of the two. The python stays, hands down.
It's possible people are gonna ***** you in their answers, saying how dumb you were for buying an animal when you knew all along you'd be heading off to college someday. Don't listen to them. You didn't forsee this particular turn of events. This isn't what you wanted.
Feel free to email me if you need to talk or want to continue this further. I haven't had a chance to confide in someone who actually understands. Everyone I talk to just rolls their eyes and go: "It's not like you're giving up your dog or something. It's just a snake. Who the hell wouldn't go to Egypt just because they have a pet snake?! Get rid of him! This is the chance of a lifetime."
Just remember: my six months in Egypt is six months--six months is not a lifetime. Four yrs of college--that's not a lifetime. They could both be extraordinary opportunities to a whole new life.but it'll be a life without our pets with us.
I still haven't decided.
The best thing for your rabbit would be to surrender her to an organisation who will rehome her to some one who will love her as much as you do. You could possibly find her a home where u will be able to visit. This is a very sad situation for you being an animal lover i can completly understand.
I have a deep love for my rabbit, and I take care of her to the very best of my abilities. I feel like if I give her up for adoption just so I could selfishly fulfill my dreams, it would be like trading my soul to the devil basically lol. It's just an incredibly tough decision.
Nobody in my family is capable of taking care of her in the way I think she deserves. I think if I were gone for a few weeks they would make a rabbit stew out of her. I have also tried thinking of any friends who might house her while I"m away. None will and mostly never will.
I'm in a twist really. i ask for help from caring pet owners
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-smiles grimly- Honey, I feel you.
I'm just beginning my second year at college and own three pets: a ball python, a bearded dragon, and a corn snake. I'm about to give up at least one of them due to the lack of time I'll have come fall. I still live at home because I've been saving up to study abroad in a year or two. I've been taking Arabic classes and really enjoy it. They have a great program in Egypt that would have me living there for six months.
My problem? In Egypt they only have pet cats and occasionally dogs. There are no pet shops. No vets for pet reptiles. Nobody sells mice, and they sure as hell won't allow my babies in any dorm OR apartment. My egyptian friends couldn't even fathom the idea of having a pet snake. My family sure as hell won't care for them in my absence nor will any relatives or friends. So do I give up the dream? Or my babies?
I'm looking into candidates for new homes for the beardie and corn snake right now; planning to keep one of the two. The python stays, hands down.
It's possible people are gonna ***** you in their answers, saying how dumb you were for buying an animal when you knew all along you'd be heading off to college someday. Don't listen to them. You didn't forsee this particular turn of events. This isn't what you wanted.
Feel free to email me if you need to talk or want to continue this further. I haven't had a chance to confide in someone who actually understands. Everyone I talk to just rolls their eyes and go: "It's not like you're giving up your dog or something. It's just a snake. Who the hell wouldn't go to Egypt just because they have a pet snake?! Get rid of him! This is the chance of a lifetime."
Just remember: my six months in Egypt is six months--six months is not a lifetime. Four yrs of college--that's not a lifetime. They could both be extraordinary opportunities to a whole new life.but it'll be a life without our pets with us.
I still haven't decided.
The best thing for your rabbit would be to surrender her to an organisation who will rehome her to some one who will love her as much as you do. You could possibly find her a home where u will be able to visit. This is a very sad situation for you being an animal lover i can completly understand.
Advice about animal cruelty please?
My next door neighbour leaves her dog in the garden all day and night. It cries constantly and she never walks it (it's a greyhound)
The noise is really upsetting as I am an animal lover
I recently moved to the area, so any complaints I make will come straight back on me. How can I save this poor creature? :-( without starting a neighbour war)
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I had the same problem! My neighbor left 2 dogs out in all weather and never took them in.
I finally called the SPCA because the animals were miserable.
The other thing you could do is to go and talk to your neighbors. This will be hard, but maybe by educating them about poor treatment, they will do a better job. They may not. But then when you call the SPCA it won't be a surprise.
ALSO I would try and talk with some of your other neighbors about this problem. That way other people will be involved as well and it won't just be you.
Good luck!
RSPCA.
Call in confidence without leaving your details. Ask them not to tell who called.
the rspca is confidental, you can even do it online, your neighbour will never know it was you.
what's more important, the dog or an argument?
Contact the RSPCA and ask them to investigate. They are very good and thorough.
Ring your council and have a word with them or try the RSPCA
Tell the rspca that she might be in iltreating it or go round her house and ask her why she does that.
Call the SPCA and ask to remain anonymous. The dog needs love. Hopefully a visit from the SPCA will knock some sense into your neighbor.
Please try to speak to the neighbour - explain how upsettng it is to you in a friendly way. If it does not stop you must contact the RSPCA. This sort of cruelty is unacceptable.
Just call the ascpa, or the local greyhound group. See if you can do it anonomously, they may understand.
unless its going without food or water there's nothing really u can do. If it's being starved then ring your local RSPCA and ask them to investigate. All calls are confidential.
Just call your local Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
(R.S.P.C.A)
Call the RSPCA or animal welfare. Does it really matter that much if your neighbour gets angry? This is about the dog, not you.
Think of the poor dog and make the call to the RSPCA
Most greyhounds these days are rescued, so if you call your local greyhound rescue group they will investigate and find out where she got it. I'll bet you dollars to donuts that if the original group finds out how she's neglecting it, they'll take it back immediately.
PS: how will she know it's you? If the dog is crying, any of your neighbors who are not deaf could have made the call.
as most other people have said, call the rspca and remain anonymous...
...get some of your other neighbours to phone in as well or ask them if they have any concerns...you can mention them when you call..that way you won't feel like it is just you..
..hurry that poor animal is suffering
good luck and just think of the dog
Offer to walk it for her. explain "you've always liked greyhounds, %26 would love to learn more about the breed, %26 walking it would give you practice with owning the breed."
If she agrees, you have given the dog pleasure, %26 avoided having to report her.
You never know, when the owner realises how much quieter her life is for an hour or so, she might GIVE you the dog.
Fingers crossed for you %26 the dog. :-)
Just call the animal police, who cares what they think!!
Hold off on calliing someone, until you try talking to this lady.
Invite her over for a bite to eat or some coffee and explain a little about who you are, where you moved from, etc. Let her get to know you and see how friendly you are. Then, when you feel you've established a relationship, ask her about her dog (what its name is, where she got it from, etc.). Say that you've heard greyhounds are wonderful dogs and you know they have a lot of energy (which is true, since they are racing dogs!). Are you positive she never walks him? Or has a dogwalker come? If so, you have to hear it from her directly. Ask her what she does to let him get exercise...you know, does she take him to the park? After you ask her, say something like, "I was just wondering because I always see him in the garden and was curious as to how he gets his exercise".
The point of the questions is to show you're interested in her life and the dog and are being friendly. not accusing her of neglecting it.
You could even go so far as to offer to walk her dog FOR her (maybe there's some reason why she doesn't walk it...I don't know, since I don't know anything about the lady, but there could be a reason behind it, medical maybe, like is she old? Can't walk well? Etc...not making excuses for her, just trying to get to the bottom of it). If you're not busy during the day, or if you have some free time, and would be willing to do this, tell her that you wouldn't mind taking him for a quick (or long) stroll around town, if she will allow it.
If after all is said and done, she doesn't seem interested in your offer and you have other proof she's a bad owner, then you can report it because you have good reason. But for right now, I think you need to root around a bit more and make sure she really is neglecting it. Believe me, when I hear things like that it makes me want to scream and get involved, but since you are new to the area, make sure you get ALL the facts right before you could potentially create drama.
Good luck, keep us updated...
EDIT: I was writing this before I could see Bunny posted similar advice about walking the dog, too. Just didn't want anyone to think I stole the ideas. :-)
Does the dog have shelter, is it tied up, does it have water and is it fed. Dose she take any notice of it at all.
Have you spoken to your other neighbours about the dog, what do they think, if they think the same then it would be less obvious who complained? Have you seen the dog鈥檚 owner, could talk to her?
Face it with weather we are having at the moment, how would you feel if one day you鈥檙e out in the pouring rain/hail/thunder and the next you鈥檙e in the boiling sun?
Do what you think is right, but I guess that would be report her if you think that she is not caring for her pet.
Sorry I could not of more help.
Hi!
Apparently the neighborhood is used to the situation and condones it, so you are right to assume you would cause a war if you call in the calvary. However, there are a couple of constructive ways to approach this matter if you really love the dog, rather than just hating the neighbor. Offer to walk the dog yourself for free. In this way, the dog gets what it needs, you get some praise, and you win brownie points with the neighborhood, as well as chance to enjoy the better side of having a pet without all the expenses. More people will approach you in curiosity about the dog. You can say that you walk the dog because it is lonely and under-exercised, but never rag on about the dog's owner, as I promise it will backfire in a big way.
The other option is to get a dog of your own, and let your neighbor's dog play with yours all day. Greyhounds are very gentle and sociable, and if you want only one dog, this arrangement would be ideal for both you and your neighbor, more so in spades for the dogs, as all dogs, wild and domestic, are very social creatures. The sound of happy dogs yipping at each other is a whole lot tolerable than one lonely one wailing his or her butt off.
I own six dogs, all of which were dumped in the wilderness parks I was working at over the years. To keep the dogs, I moved to a very quiet and remote rural area. In time, more people moved in around me, and either they hated my dogs, or, they would not confine their own, no matter how dangerous the semi-feral animals were. You can bet I'm an animal lover too, and a former veterinarian to boot, but because yours truly and local animal control wisely stayed out of our neighborhood feuds, our neighborhood eventually learned to curb itself.
You cannot change the woman, and the dog cries because it is lonely and bored. Your choices are clear if you are a true animal lover and a sensible, compassionate, person. Get over the dog owner, help the dog. If this is not palatable, you would be better off to move elsewhere, as your neighbors have no intention of leaving or changing their ways... Don't ask me how I know this. I really do wish you the best, and I hope this has a resolution that makes everyone happy.
call animal cruelty and tell them whats going on and see what they could do.they could have it taken away and feed it and nerse it back to health.If there's anyway that u could feed the dog some food and water at night when she's not looking that would be great! and when NO ONE is home if u could possibly take it for a lil walk or just play with it for like 10 minutes! atleast until u can get someone to come out and take a look and nerse it back to health if in bad condition.Just please call cause i love animals also and people like that should be reported!
Please call. This is very serious and is a criminal offense. Who cares about 'wars' it could cause. What is more important. The dog or making friends?
By calling authorities you are doing the right thing and the poor dog will appreciate it. Please don't wait any longer and make a call that will change that poor dogs life.
It gets me so mad when people keep dogs outside on a chain for a long time. Why get a dog if your not going to play with it and give it attention. Oh my gosh it gets me so frustrated!
Good luck!
who cares about the neighbours just think about the poor dog. call the RSPCA just be friendly to the neighbours when you see them they wont know who made a complaint ;o)
Maybe you could stop by and introduce yourself...tell her you noticed her dog..and your a animal lover. Ask her if she wouldn't mind if you could walk her dog.
Maybe make a routine out of it when you have time. She might be going through a difficult time. Just nonchantly start a conversation and see where it leads. If it don't get any better, for the safety of her dog I would call the cops and explain the situation.
call someone immeadiatly!!!!!!
shelter or.....best friends (you know the magazine) call them do anything you can.
talk to your neighbour. she may not want the dog anymore and that why it is in the garden or there maybe another reason. you may even be able to help!
if this doesnt work the a call to the rspca it will have to be. there are new rules for pet owners now.
does the dog have a shelter? if not it needs one.
The neighbour is a hard, uncaring prat..... do you really want to be friendly with her?! Report her, and get help for the poor dog. Sod what the woman thinks, and don't be a wimp
You should contact your local humane society or SPCA. You might not even need to deal with the person because he or she might even be arrested and have to pay money. They should just leave you alone!
Take her bt of wine, introduce yourself and then mention the dog to her.
The noise is really upsetting as I am an animal lover
I recently moved to the area, so any complaints I make will come straight back on me. How can I save this poor creature? :-( without starting a neighbour war)
Answers:
I had the same problem! My neighbor left 2 dogs out in all weather and never took them in.
I finally called the SPCA because the animals were miserable.
The other thing you could do is to go and talk to your neighbors. This will be hard, but maybe by educating them about poor treatment, they will do a better job. They may not. But then when you call the SPCA it won't be a surprise.
ALSO I would try and talk with some of your other neighbors about this problem. That way other people will be involved as well and it won't just be you.
Good luck!
RSPCA.
Call in confidence without leaving your details. Ask them not to tell who called.
the rspca is confidental, you can even do it online, your neighbour will never know it was you.
what's more important, the dog or an argument?
Contact the RSPCA and ask them to investigate. They are very good and thorough.
Ring your council and have a word with them or try the RSPCA
Tell the rspca that she might be in iltreating it or go round her house and ask her why she does that.
Call the SPCA and ask to remain anonymous. The dog needs love. Hopefully a visit from the SPCA will knock some sense into your neighbor.
Please try to speak to the neighbour - explain how upsettng it is to you in a friendly way. If it does not stop you must contact the RSPCA. This sort of cruelty is unacceptable.
Just call the ascpa, or the local greyhound group. See if you can do it anonomously, they may understand.
unless its going without food or water there's nothing really u can do. If it's being starved then ring your local RSPCA and ask them to investigate. All calls are confidential.
Just call your local Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
(R.S.P.C.A)
Call the RSPCA or animal welfare. Does it really matter that much if your neighbour gets angry? This is about the dog, not you.
Think of the poor dog and make the call to the RSPCA
Most greyhounds these days are rescued, so if you call your local greyhound rescue group they will investigate and find out where she got it. I'll bet you dollars to donuts that if the original group finds out how she's neglecting it, they'll take it back immediately.
PS: how will she know it's you? If the dog is crying, any of your neighbors who are not deaf could have made the call.
as most other people have said, call the rspca and remain anonymous...
...get some of your other neighbours to phone in as well or ask them if they have any concerns...you can mention them when you call..that way you won't feel like it is just you..
..hurry that poor animal is suffering
good luck and just think of the dog
Offer to walk it for her. explain "you've always liked greyhounds, %26 would love to learn more about the breed, %26 walking it would give you practice with owning the breed."
If she agrees, you have given the dog pleasure, %26 avoided having to report her.
You never know, when the owner realises how much quieter her life is for an hour or so, she might GIVE you the dog.
Fingers crossed for you %26 the dog. :-)
Just call the animal police, who cares what they think!!
Hold off on calliing someone, until you try talking to this lady.
Invite her over for a bite to eat or some coffee and explain a little about who you are, where you moved from, etc. Let her get to know you and see how friendly you are. Then, when you feel you've established a relationship, ask her about her dog (what its name is, where she got it from, etc.). Say that you've heard greyhounds are wonderful dogs and you know they have a lot of energy (which is true, since they are racing dogs!). Are you positive she never walks him? Or has a dogwalker come? If so, you have to hear it from her directly. Ask her what she does to let him get exercise...you know, does she take him to the park? After you ask her, say something like, "I was just wondering because I always see him in the garden and was curious as to how he gets his exercise".
The point of the questions is to show you're interested in her life and the dog and are being friendly. not accusing her of neglecting it.
You could even go so far as to offer to walk her dog FOR her (maybe there's some reason why she doesn't walk it...I don't know, since I don't know anything about the lady, but there could be a reason behind it, medical maybe, like is she old? Can't walk well? Etc...not making excuses for her, just trying to get to the bottom of it). If you're not busy during the day, or if you have some free time, and would be willing to do this, tell her that you wouldn't mind taking him for a quick (or long) stroll around town, if she will allow it.
If after all is said and done, she doesn't seem interested in your offer and you have other proof she's a bad owner, then you can report it because you have good reason. But for right now, I think you need to root around a bit more and make sure she really is neglecting it. Believe me, when I hear things like that it makes me want to scream and get involved, but since you are new to the area, make sure you get ALL the facts right before you could potentially create drama.
Good luck, keep us updated...
EDIT: I was writing this before I could see Bunny posted similar advice about walking the dog, too. Just didn't want anyone to think I stole the ideas. :-)
Does the dog have shelter, is it tied up, does it have water and is it fed. Dose she take any notice of it at all.
Have you spoken to your other neighbours about the dog, what do they think, if they think the same then it would be less obvious who complained? Have you seen the dog鈥檚 owner, could talk to her?
Face it with weather we are having at the moment, how would you feel if one day you鈥檙e out in the pouring rain/hail/thunder and the next you鈥檙e in the boiling sun?
Do what you think is right, but I guess that would be report her if you think that she is not caring for her pet.
Sorry I could not of more help.
Hi!
Apparently the neighborhood is used to the situation and condones it, so you are right to assume you would cause a war if you call in the calvary. However, there are a couple of constructive ways to approach this matter if you really love the dog, rather than just hating the neighbor. Offer to walk the dog yourself for free. In this way, the dog gets what it needs, you get some praise, and you win brownie points with the neighborhood, as well as chance to enjoy the better side of having a pet without all the expenses. More people will approach you in curiosity about the dog. You can say that you walk the dog because it is lonely and under-exercised, but never rag on about the dog's owner, as I promise it will backfire in a big way.
The other option is to get a dog of your own, and let your neighbor's dog play with yours all day. Greyhounds are very gentle and sociable, and if you want only one dog, this arrangement would be ideal for both you and your neighbor, more so in spades for the dogs, as all dogs, wild and domestic, are very social creatures. The sound of happy dogs yipping at each other is a whole lot tolerable than one lonely one wailing his or her butt off.
I own six dogs, all of which were dumped in the wilderness parks I was working at over the years. To keep the dogs, I moved to a very quiet and remote rural area. In time, more people moved in around me, and either they hated my dogs, or, they would not confine their own, no matter how dangerous the semi-feral animals were. You can bet I'm an animal lover too, and a former veterinarian to boot, but because yours truly and local animal control wisely stayed out of our neighborhood feuds, our neighborhood eventually learned to curb itself.
You cannot change the woman, and the dog cries because it is lonely and bored. Your choices are clear if you are a true animal lover and a sensible, compassionate, person. Get over the dog owner, help the dog. If this is not palatable, you would be better off to move elsewhere, as your neighbors have no intention of leaving or changing their ways... Don't ask me how I know this. I really do wish you the best, and I hope this has a resolution that makes everyone happy.
call animal cruelty and tell them whats going on and see what they could do.they could have it taken away and feed it and nerse it back to health.If there's anyway that u could feed the dog some food and water at night when she's not looking that would be great! and when NO ONE is home if u could possibly take it for a lil walk or just play with it for like 10 minutes! atleast until u can get someone to come out and take a look and nerse it back to health if in bad condition.Just please call cause i love animals also and people like that should be reported!
Please call. This is very serious and is a criminal offense. Who cares about 'wars' it could cause. What is more important. The dog or making friends?
By calling authorities you are doing the right thing and the poor dog will appreciate it. Please don't wait any longer and make a call that will change that poor dogs life.
It gets me so mad when people keep dogs outside on a chain for a long time. Why get a dog if your not going to play with it and give it attention. Oh my gosh it gets me so frustrated!
Good luck!
who cares about the neighbours just think about the poor dog. call the RSPCA just be friendly to the neighbours when you see them they wont know who made a complaint ;o)
Maybe you could stop by and introduce yourself...tell her you noticed her dog..and your a animal lover. Ask her if she wouldn't mind if you could walk her dog.
Maybe make a routine out of it when you have time. She might be going through a difficult time. Just nonchantly start a conversation and see where it leads. If it don't get any better, for the safety of her dog I would call the cops and explain the situation.
call someone immeadiatly!!!!!!
shelter or.....best friends (you know the magazine) call them do anything you can.
talk to your neighbour. she may not want the dog anymore and that why it is in the garden or there maybe another reason. you may even be able to help!
if this doesnt work the a call to the rspca it will have to be. there are new rules for pet owners now.
does the dog have a shelter? if not it needs one.
The neighbour is a hard, uncaring prat..... do you really want to be friendly with her?! Report her, and get help for the poor dog. Sod what the woman thinks, and don't be a wimp
You should contact your local humane society or SPCA. You might not even need to deal with the person because he or she might even be arrested and have to pay money. They should just leave you alone!
Take her bt of wine, introduce yourself and then mention the dog to her.
Adoption of a puppy?
Well, I am getting a dog or puppy depending on what's available when I get one. And I was taking a bike ride today and my neighbor has 3 6 week old puppies that he's fostering until they're 8 weeks old for out local shelter. Why is it that they have to be 8 weeks before adoptable? And also what are some things I can expect from a puppy. I know most I was just seeing if theres anything I don't.
Thanks in advance!
Answers:
8 weeks is usually the minimum age that a young pup should be able to be taken away from mum. In cases where pups are abandoned and for some reason may not have mum, i am pretty sure that not allowing them to go to homes before 8 weeks allows for them to have their first shots, worming etc.
Puppies are more work initially as they have a habit of getting into everything and chewing anything they can find. Puppies dont come trained so you have to teach everything from scratch...which can sometimes be better as you know exactly how the dog has been trained (techniques, hand signals, commands etc).
Adults often come already trained in basic commands, posibly already house trained.
Both are equally in need of homes. Hope all goes well with your adoption.
they aren't completely weaned until 8 weeks.
you are going to need a lot of patience with potty training...it is going to cry and whine a lot...keep plenty of toys out..they chew on everything, including shoes!
i reccomend rescuing a dog. I rescued a 6 year old shnauzer and she's going to live another 10 years! She's so cute and so mellow and sweet. puppies aren't!!
plus my dog looks like a puppy~
WE SAVED HER LIFE!! She had been living with an alcoholic and the person forgot to feed her. wouldn't you rather save something then just get a puppy?
They need to wean off mama's milk before they can be adopted out.
A puppy takes considerable time to train and if you're planning to leave it home alone all day, it can be a real struggle and is unfair to the dog.
Might consider a dog that's already housebroke. I got 3 from local shelters.
Search by age, area, breed at www.petfinder.com
It would be great to adopt a puppy. At 8 weeks they are usually weaned by the mother dog and can sustain themselves on puppy food. You will need to be prepared for housetraining and chewing. I always found the chewing a worst problem to deal with than the housetraining. It's natural for puppies to want to chew everything in sight though, so get ready for that and be prepared not to leave stuff laying around for the puppy to get into. Good Luck
The reason why the puppies have to be 8 weeks old is because they are still nursing and they are not on solid puppy food yet. You can expect to potty train the puppies and a lot of chewing. It is my experience to adopt a dog that is 2 years or older because more often times then not, they are over the puppydom. As a matter of fact, I just adopted a chocolate lab, Choco, 3 weeks ago. He is 4 years old and he is a joy!
adopted dogs are the best. you are saving a life and they will always be greatful.
you have to wait 8 weeks because it gives them enough time to ween away from their mothers milk.
read about potty training. that is going to be that hardest part of getting a new puppy. I just went through it. the biggest thing is consistency.
also, make sure you can spend a lot of time with it. Puppy's need a lot of attention or they will cause a lot of trouble. and they chew so get chew toys and soft puppy rawhides. Take it for lots of walks so you can wear it out a little bit.
Thanks in advance!
Answers:
8 weeks is usually the minimum age that a young pup should be able to be taken away from mum. In cases where pups are abandoned and for some reason may not have mum, i am pretty sure that not allowing them to go to homes before 8 weeks allows for them to have their first shots, worming etc.
Puppies are more work initially as they have a habit of getting into everything and chewing anything they can find. Puppies dont come trained so you have to teach everything from scratch...which can sometimes be better as you know exactly how the dog has been trained (techniques, hand signals, commands etc).
Adults often come already trained in basic commands, posibly already house trained.
Both are equally in need of homes. Hope all goes well with your adoption.
they aren't completely weaned until 8 weeks.
you are going to need a lot of patience with potty training...it is going to cry and whine a lot...keep plenty of toys out..they chew on everything, including shoes!
i reccomend rescuing a dog. I rescued a 6 year old shnauzer and she's going to live another 10 years! She's so cute and so mellow and sweet. puppies aren't!!
plus my dog looks like a puppy~
WE SAVED HER LIFE!! She had been living with an alcoholic and the person forgot to feed her. wouldn't you rather save something then just get a puppy?
They need to wean off mama's milk before they can be adopted out.
A puppy takes considerable time to train and if you're planning to leave it home alone all day, it can be a real struggle and is unfair to the dog.
Might consider a dog that's already housebroke. I got 3 from local shelters.
Search by age, area, breed at www.petfinder.com
It would be great to adopt a puppy. At 8 weeks they are usually weaned by the mother dog and can sustain themselves on puppy food. You will need to be prepared for housetraining and chewing. I always found the chewing a worst problem to deal with than the housetraining. It's natural for puppies to want to chew everything in sight though, so get ready for that and be prepared not to leave stuff laying around for the puppy to get into. Good Luck
The reason why the puppies have to be 8 weeks old is because they are still nursing and they are not on solid puppy food yet. You can expect to potty train the puppies and a lot of chewing. It is my experience to adopt a dog that is 2 years or older because more often times then not, they are over the puppydom. As a matter of fact, I just adopted a chocolate lab, Choco, 3 weeks ago. He is 4 years old and he is a joy!
adopted dogs are the best. you are saving a life and they will always be greatful.
you have to wait 8 weeks because it gives them enough time to ween away from their mothers milk.
read about potty training. that is going to be that hardest part of getting a new puppy. I just went through it. the biggest thing is consistency.
also, make sure you can spend a lot of time with it. Puppy's need a lot of attention or they will cause a lot of trouble. and they chew so get chew toys and soft puppy rawhides. Take it for lots of walks so you can wear it out a little bit.
About the movie Flicka?
Ive heard alot of rumor from multiple people that a 3 or 4 horses were worked to death playing Flicka, it sounds like a stupid rumor, but does anyone kknow if this is true?
Answers:
Years ago, movie standards regarding cruelty to animals were non-existant. Several 'big' movies that featured real animal deaths called this problem to light and the current standards were set in place. Some of these titles were:
Tom Horn- a horse is tripped into a full somersault while galloping and breaks its neck
Patton- a bridge is blown up and 2 mules fall over the side- the mules were shot and their bodies used for effect
Apocalypse Now- a water buffalo is hacked to death with a machete to illustrate a native ritual
Modern movies must pass the standards set by the ASPCA and the AHA. That's why you see so many horses used to play one role- they used 4 to play Cisco in Dances With Wolves. One of those horses is retired and lives at a tourist attraction called 1800's Town in South Dakota.
The Flicka incident was investigated and found to be 2 terrible accidents. The 'mis-step' by the one horse was kind of like the bad step that Barbaro took in the Preakness Stakes and was unforseeable. I suppose the people who allowed the leadline to trip the other horse were being negligent, but it was proven not to be intentional. I despise any form of animal cruelty for entertainment and do my own investigating when I hear about it, so I did look into this. But rest assured, the standards set for movies these days are SOOOOO much better than what used to happen.
Now, for laughs, check out this old and famous clip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_rkpgs2v...
This is a trained 'falling horse.' Play it again and watch the rider cue the horse by tugging the rein. It's amazing what you can accomplish with animals when you train them properly and have a little consideration!
PS: "Blazing Saddles" (this movie) was given an A OK rating by the ASPCA. This movie features dozens of horses and not one was harmed. (Including this fellow that got 'punched out' LOL)
The most recent one?? I hope not! I loved that movie! If it was the originals I wouldn't really be surprised there was some pretty gruesome stuff in those.
I know there were multiple horses that played flicka through the movie...1 for riding 1 looked better etc. But I think just one was used in the death scene. And it was just a horse with makeup the horse wasn't really injured it was a movie all pretend. If they really hurt the horse you would have heard about it b/c Peta would be all over them!!
Here's the information I could find on it:
http://www.addictedtolife.net/flickastor...
But you have to realize a lot of these people sensationalize what really happened in an attempt to provoke more response.
Here is another website that seems less... biased.. maybe:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
FYI This is not regarding the horse(s) that PLAYED flicka. These were separate.. 'extras' so-to-speak.
And here's the conclusion from the AHA as well:
http://www.americanhumane.org/site/pages...
they havent hurt horses in movies since the 30's animal rights people wouldnt let them, usually at the end of a movie it will have a disclaimer stating that no horses were injured in the making of this movie,
Answers:
Years ago, movie standards regarding cruelty to animals were non-existant. Several 'big' movies that featured real animal deaths called this problem to light and the current standards were set in place. Some of these titles were:
Tom Horn- a horse is tripped into a full somersault while galloping and breaks its neck
Patton- a bridge is blown up and 2 mules fall over the side- the mules were shot and their bodies used for effect
Apocalypse Now- a water buffalo is hacked to death with a machete to illustrate a native ritual
Modern movies must pass the standards set by the ASPCA and the AHA. That's why you see so many horses used to play one role- they used 4 to play Cisco in Dances With Wolves. One of those horses is retired and lives at a tourist attraction called 1800's Town in South Dakota.
The Flicka incident was investigated and found to be 2 terrible accidents. The 'mis-step' by the one horse was kind of like the bad step that Barbaro took in the Preakness Stakes and was unforseeable. I suppose the people who allowed the leadline to trip the other horse were being negligent, but it was proven not to be intentional. I despise any form of animal cruelty for entertainment and do my own investigating when I hear about it, so I did look into this. But rest assured, the standards set for movies these days are SOOOOO much better than what used to happen.
Now, for laughs, check out this old and famous clip:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_rkpgs2v...
This is a trained 'falling horse.' Play it again and watch the rider cue the horse by tugging the rein. It's amazing what you can accomplish with animals when you train them properly and have a little consideration!
PS: "Blazing Saddles" (this movie) was given an A OK rating by the ASPCA. This movie features dozens of horses and not one was harmed. (Including this fellow that got 'punched out' LOL)
The most recent one?? I hope not! I loved that movie! If it was the originals I wouldn't really be surprised there was some pretty gruesome stuff in those.
I know there were multiple horses that played flicka through the movie...1 for riding 1 looked better etc. But I think just one was used in the death scene. And it was just a horse with makeup the horse wasn't really injured it was a movie all pretend. If they really hurt the horse you would have heard about it b/c Peta would be all over them!!
Here's the information I could find on it:
http://www.addictedtolife.net/flickastor...
But you have to realize a lot of these people sensationalize what really happened in an attempt to provoke more response.
Here is another website that seems less... biased.. maybe:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
FYI This is not regarding the horse(s) that PLAYED flicka. These were separate.. 'extras' so-to-speak.
And here's the conclusion from the AHA as well:
http://www.americanhumane.org/site/pages...
they havent hurt horses in movies since the 30's animal rights people wouldnt let them, usually at the end of a movie it will have a disclaimer stating that no horses were injured in the making of this movie,
About how much money does it cost to own a horse?
Answers:
Let me just start by saying that it costs a lot- it's not something you jump into without giving serious thought and time.
First, you'll want to buy all of the supplies for your horse. This includes all your brushes and a box to keep them in- I paid $100 for all of this together. You'll need a halter ($25) and lead rope ($15). You'll also need a bridle (can cost upwards of $200 for a nice new one), bit (around $20 for a simple snaffle), saddle (anywhere from a few hundred [a used English] two a few thousand [a show English or Western saddle]), and girth, if you're riding English (around $20).
Then there's the actual horse. A decent starter horse can cost up to $2000, but a proven show horse can cost tens of thousands of dollars. This all depends on what you plan to do with the horse, and if you have enough time and experience to retrain a horse with more problems.
After you've bought the basic supplies and the horse, you have a whole boatload of new costs. You can own your own property and keep your horse their. But you'll have to buy your hay and feed, and it has to be at least two acres (one horse to every two acres). Plus, you'll want another farm animal as a companion for your horse (goat, mini horse, etc.) as horses are herd animals and will get lonely on their own, for the most part. OR, you could board your horse. For a full board, with feed, turnout, etc., my barn charges $400 a month, which adds up to $4800 a year, just to make sure your horse has food and a place to stay!
You'll also need to have regular vet checks, shots, deworming, teeth floating, and you also want a bit of money saved in the case of an emergency (founder, colic, laminitis, caught in a fence, etc.). You'll also have to have a farrier visit every 6 to 8 weeks. Costs all depend on your area and the farrier's costs, but a horse that just needs trimming will obviously cost less per visit than if he needs trimming and his shoes reshaped.
This is all assuming that you have no problems with your horse- allergies, hives, etc. If anything goes wrong, that can costs hundreds of dollars out of your pocket.
A horse is an ongoing cost, eg. vet bills, feed, tack, shoeing and many more.
alot
This is a REALLY broad question. It all depends on what you do with the horse. Do you mean keeping at your house, or boarding? Do you mean to show or just to ride? Do you mean including tack? Do you mean including all vet bills and equipment? It varies a lot.
a lot like $5000
Alot. Big veterinarian bills for a big animal. Boarding or a fenced place big enough to keep them in, plus a barn. Hay and feed by the truckload. And that's probably not all.
okay so you have to first buy the horse which can range from like 500-thousands and thousands (depending if it a famous or show horse)!! then you have to buy food, water, have a stable, (or you could keep it at a barn or something but you would have to pay a lot!) you also need riding gear which costs a TON!! so i wish you all the best and btw i LOVE horses and when we move we are getting some. i ride too. i wish you all the best! and btw, i would LOVE to be the best answer! hope it helped!! XD
About how much does it cost to transfer ownership on a horse?
i just bought a horse a blue roan paint i was told that it would cost me about $300.00 to transfer the ownership of my horse.
and what is the process of doing this??
Answers:
Prices vary, depending on membership.
How to Transfer Ownership of American Paint Horses
1. When buying an American Paint Horse, be certain the person selling the animal is listed on the horse's original registration certificate as the last owner of record. If not, it is recommended that APHA be contacted for information on the record owner. APHA can provide you with who is shown on its records as the owner of any animal registered with the APHA as well as provide you with their address. APHA can also advise if any authorized agents are on file.
2. Be certain the photograph or painted markings (in the case of older registered Paints) on the certificate match the horse being purchased. If the markings do not match, PROCEED WITH CAUTION and contact APHA.
3. It is the buyer's responsibility to submit the original certificate of registration and a properly completed and signed transfer report. On a transfer form, the Association shall recognize the signature of any one of the joint owners of an animal if such owner is named on the horse's current registration certificate. Additionally, the association shall recognize the signature of any partner when a partnership is the recorded owner. When the written authorization (on a form furnished by the APHA upon request) has been filed in the APHA office, the Association will accept the signature of such authorized individual(s) as sufficient to complete the recording of the transfer. If such recognition is not to be permitted, if multiple signatures are to be required, or is to be limited otherwise, the joint owners or partnership shall file in the APHA office a written agreement to that effect signed by all parties before a notary public.
4. The transfer form, original certificate and transfer fee(s) should be submitted as soon as possible to the APHA office. If you need your transfer processed immediately, a rush service is available. Please contact the Rush Team at extension 780 for specific information and rush fees.
5. The buyer as listed on the transfer form must have a current membership in the same exact name or a nonmember fee will be charged. Memberships in individual names will not suffice for joint or partnership owners. For example: a membership in the individual name of John Smith will not be sufficient for a partnership ownership of John Smith and James Jones (considered one entity). A membership will be issued in the ownership listed on the transfer. Annual membership is $35 and expires in a year. If a transfer is sent late in the year, keep in mind that a current membership is needed for the year in which the work is received in the APHA office. Multiple year memberships are available. A three-year membership is available for $75; a five-year membership is $125.
6. Certificates are mailed to the address listed for the buyer on the transfer form. If the certificate is to be mailed to any other address, the new buyer should send a signed statement with the paperwork giving permission for APHA to mail the certificate to another location, stating the person to whom it is to be mailed and the address.
7. If the original certificate has been lost or destroyed, an affidavit for a duplicate certificate must be signed by the owner as shown in APHA records. Affidavits may be requested from APHA. Such affidavit must be signed in view of a notary and should list the circumstances surrounding the loss or destruction of the original certificate. Two good, clear side-view photographs should accompany the affidavit along with the $20 duplicate certificate fee (Nonmembers: $65).
8. APHA will not process a transfer if it is known that owners existed between the present owner and the owner of record according to APHA files. It may be necessary, therefore, for the new buyer to bring the ownership history up to date by providing APHA with transfers to and from all involved parties. Transfer fees are required for each transfer submitted. To avoid potential problems, it is recommended that incomplete or "open" transfers NOT BE SIGNED.
9. Alterations on transfer reports are not acceptable. Any erasure or alteration of the transfer form may necessitate verification and/or a new transfer, properly completed and signed.
To request a form not available as a PDF file, contact us at the address below.
漏2007 American Paint Horse Association
P.O. Box 961023 鈥?Fort Worth, Texas 76161-0023
(817) 834-APHA (2742) 鈥?Fax (817) 834-3152
Happy Trails!
and what is the process of doing this??
Answers:
Prices vary, depending on membership.
How to Transfer Ownership of American Paint Horses
1. When buying an American Paint Horse, be certain the person selling the animal is listed on the horse's original registration certificate as the last owner of record. If not, it is recommended that APHA be contacted for information on the record owner. APHA can provide you with who is shown on its records as the owner of any animal registered with the APHA as well as provide you with their address. APHA can also advise if any authorized agents are on file.
2. Be certain the photograph or painted markings (in the case of older registered Paints) on the certificate match the horse being purchased. If the markings do not match, PROCEED WITH CAUTION and contact APHA.
3. It is the buyer's responsibility to submit the original certificate of registration and a properly completed and signed transfer report. On a transfer form, the Association shall recognize the signature of any one of the joint owners of an animal if such owner is named on the horse's current registration certificate. Additionally, the association shall recognize the signature of any partner when a partnership is the recorded owner. When the written authorization (on a form furnished by the APHA upon request) has been filed in the APHA office, the Association will accept the signature of such authorized individual(s) as sufficient to complete the recording of the transfer. If such recognition is not to be permitted, if multiple signatures are to be required, or is to be limited otherwise, the joint owners or partnership shall file in the APHA office a written agreement to that effect signed by all parties before a notary public.
4. The transfer form, original certificate and transfer fee(s) should be submitted as soon as possible to the APHA office. If you need your transfer processed immediately, a rush service is available. Please contact the Rush Team at extension 780 for specific information and rush fees.
5. The buyer as listed on the transfer form must have a current membership in the same exact name or a nonmember fee will be charged. Memberships in individual names will not suffice for joint or partnership owners. For example: a membership in the individual name of John Smith will not be sufficient for a partnership ownership of John Smith and James Jones (considered one entity). A membership will be issued in the ownership listed on the transfer. Annual membership is $35 and expires in a year. If a transfer is sent late in the year, keep in mind that a current membership is needed for the year in which the work is received in the APHA office. Multiple year memberships are available. A three-year membership is available for $75; a five-year membership is $125.
6. Certificates are mailed to the address listed for the buyer on the transfer form. If the certificate is to be mailed to any other address, the new buyer should send a signed statement with the paperwork giving permission for APHA to mail the certificate to another location, stating the person to whom it is to be mailed and the address.
7. If the original certificate has been lost or destroyed, an affidavit for a duplicate certificate must be signed by the owner as shown in APHA records. Affidavits may be requested from APHA. Such affidavit must be signed in view of a notary and should list the circumstances surrounding the loss or destruction of the original certificate. Two good, clear side-view photographs should accompany the affidavit along with the $20 duplicate certificate fee (Nonmembers: $65).
8. APHA will not process a transfer if it is known that owners existed between the present owner and the owner of record according to APHA files. It may be necessary, therefore, for the new buyer to bring the ownership history up to date by providing APHA with transfers to and from all involved parties. Transfer fees are required for each transfer submitted. To avoid potential problems, it is recommended that incomplete or "open" transfers NOT BE SIGNED.
9. Alterations on transfer reports are not acceptable. Any erasure or alteration of the transfer form may necessitate verification and/or a new transfer, properly completed and signed.
To request a form not available as a PDF file, contact us at the address below.
漏2007 American Paint Horse Association
P.O. Box 961023 鈥?Fort Worth, Texas 76161-0023
(817) 834-APHA (2742) 鈥?Fax (817) 834-3152
Happy Trails!
About ferrets?
what do I need to take care of a ferret?
what kind of water bottle do they like?
what other stuff do they like?
what kind of food is good for them?
what other things do they like to eat?
what time do they wake up?
can a ferret live alone if I give it enough attention?
I will be at school during until 2:30pm, but will have all the time in the evening to devote to a ferret..is that okay?
I had rabbits and gerbils for years, but they died at good old ages and now I am bored.I am used to caring for about 9 animals at a time but now i have none!
do you tink A ferret is a good choice?
and lastly what colour should I get?
Answers:
http://www.ferretsrus.co.uk/ferretsabout...
http://www.ferretsforum.co.uk/forum/sear...
http://www.ferretvillage.org/
and many others if you google ferrets forums
people are there because they love ferrets and will be able to help you more
ask questions dont just read answers
i do not suggest you get a ferret i had one and it got massive and then we discovered it was preg then it has like 5 babies and they were all over my house and they all bite and i had little kids at the time
i would highly recommend you research to make sure you know what you're getting yourself into. They are very stinky and very messy animals. I had 2 at one time and one is sure more than enough. Any food from the pet store will be okay for a ferret. If you want something to devote you're time to than I guess that would be a good choice bc they need constant care and cleaning. Ferrets can live by themselves as long as they get some sort of attention every now and then. A water bottle like one's that you had for hamsters would work well. I know that they need some sort of vitamin enhancement so that would help also.
ferrets are alot of work i just got one from marshall ferret farm and hes only 6 weeks old they poop alot and ferrets are really picky if they dont like there water bottle they wont drink out of it at all they can also get really mean at times if you dont let it have its way the color i would go with panda because mines is mixed with panda and siamese me i really dont think ferrets are a real goood pet unless youve had expierience
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shampoo
http://www.petco.com/product/12140/pet-s...
nail clippers
http://www.petco.com/product/15409/finis...
brush
http://www.petco.com/product/10502/marsh...
treats
http://www.petco.com/product/4347/8-in-1...
toys
food
http://www.amazon.com/innova-evo-ferret-...
stain remover
http://www.petco.com/product/8438/nature...
litterbox
Above is a list of stuff you will need with links to show you some good products.
The best food is one that does not have any corn, wheat, soy, or by-products and is made for ferrets.
Ferrets adjust to your schedule, but they do sleep about 18 hours a day.
Yes, a ferret can live alone. Just be prepared to spend 4-6 hours a day with it. Even if you have more than one, you will need to give them just as much out of the cage time to play.
It is fine for you to be gone a lot. Ferrets sleep quite a bit, and as long as they get at least 4 hours a day to play with you, they are fine.
Ferrets live about 8 years, give or take. I think ferrets can be great animals. They are fun, curious, and full of trouble!! They are alot like having a baby kitten. Just remember that they are a lot of work, and can be expensive. Ferrets need regular vet visits, and must be kept current on rabies and distemper shots.
Get any color you want. Better yet, go to your local shelter and adopt a homeless one. Try http://www.petfinder.com
hope this helps.
I'm afraid a ferret is not the best pet for you. You will need to own them in groups of two or more. You need to have everything ferret proofed, clean, and organized so that they can SAFELY run free while you are at school. I have a feeling you won't want to commit to this.
And for gosh sakes...if you are going to buy a pair of ferrets please research them first!!
http://www.ferretsr1.org
Ok, so I will try to answer all of your questions but I also want to direct you to ferretfacts.com. This site has a lot of good information on ferrets.
To take care of a ferret you need time, energy, financial, lots of supplies such as a cage, bedding, food, water/food dishes, water bottle, litter boxes, litter, toys, treats, supplements, etc.
Not all ferrets like water bottles and not all ferrets like water dishes. Some like both. You use the same type of water bottle as you would with gerbils and I think rabbits use them to.
Stuff that they like? Toys - squeeky toys, bell toys, crinkle toys, tunnels, things to dig in (such as long grain rice, sand and ferret safe packing peanuts). Treats - meat based treats are the best. Bedding - hammocks, sleep sacks, old tee shirts, towels and much more.
Food. Ferrets need a food that is high in protien and low in fiber. 8 in 1 Ultimate and Totally Ferret are good foods. You may also give them high quality cat/kitten food.
Ferrets like to eat a lot of different things, but that doesn't mean it is good for them. They love sweets, but that's very bad for them. My ferrets love chicken soup (you can get a recipie for that on ferretfacts.com).
Ferrets tend to set their schedulle to yours. When you are awake and around, they will be up and ready to play. If your a morning person, then they will be also..same goes if you are a night person. Ferrets do sleep quite a bit though.
Some ferrets prefer to live alone where some do better in a group. Even if you have all the time in the world, having two ferrets is still not a bad idea. Plus it is loads of fun to watch them play together. But again, this will depend on the ferrets personality.
Most people work and spend some time away from home. This is fine. However, ferrets do need a lot of socail time. A good rule of thumb is 4 hours per day of social time outside of their cage.
Lastly, Ferrets are considered to be a high maintance pet. They require alot of attention and time. Their vet bills can get costly and so can their needs.
Oh as for color, it really doesn't affect their personality. My suggestion is find a local ferret shelter and adopt a ferret due to personality. Spend some time in the shelter and get to know the ferrets. I am sure one will catch your heart and you won't care what color it is.
what kind of water bottle do they like?
what other stuff do they like?
what kind of food is good for them?
what other things do they like to eat?
what time do they wake up?
can a ferret live alone if I give it enough attention?
I will be at school during until 2:30pm, but will have all the time in the evening to devote to a ferret..is that okay?
I had rabbits and gerbils for years, but they died at good old ages and now I am bored.I am used to caring for about 9 animals at a time but now i have none!
do you tink A ferret is a good choice?
and lastly what colour should I get?
Answers:
http://www.ferretsrus.co.uk/ferretsabout...
http://www.ferretsforum.co.uk/forum/sear...
http://www.ferretvillage.org/
and many others if you google ferrets forums
people are there because they love ferrets and will be able to help you more
ask questions dont just read answers
i do not suggest you get a ferret i had one and it got massive and then we discovered it was preg then it has like 5 babies and they were all over my house and they all bite and i had little kids at the time
i would highly recommend you research to make sure you know what you're getting yourself into. They are very stinky and very messy animals. I had 2 at one time and one is sure more than enough. Any food from the pet store will be okay for a ferret. If you want something to devote you're time to than I guess that would be a good choice bc they need constant care and cleaning. Ferrets can live by themselves as long as they get some sort of attention every now and then. A water bottle like one's that you had for hamsters would work well. I know that they need some sort of vitamin enhancement so that would help also.
ferrets are alot of work i just got one from marshall ferret farm and hes only 6 weeks old they poop alot and ferrets are really picky if they dont like there water bottle they wont drink out of it at all they can also get really mean at times if you dont let it have its way the color i would go with panda because mines is mixed with panda and siamese me i really dont think ferrets are a real goood pet unless youve had expierience
Large cage
http://www.petco.com/product/102338/smal...
water bottle
http://www.petco.com/product/10647/oasis...
food dish
http://www.petco.com/product/6987/lixit-...
hammock
http://www.petco.com/product/14297/marsh...
bedding
http://www.petco.com/product/3050/purina...
shampoo
http://www.petco.com/product/12140/pet-s...
nail clippers
http://www.petco.com/product/15409/finis...
brush
http://www.petco.com/product/10502/marsh...
treats
http://www.petco.com/product/4347/8-in-1...
toys
food
http://www.amazon.com/innova-evo-ferret-...
stain remover
http://www.petco.com/product/8438/nature...
litterbox
Above is a list of stuff you will need with links to show you some good products.
The best food is one that does not have any corn, wheat, soy, or by-products and is made for ferrets.
Ferrets adjust to your schedule, but they do sleep about 18 hours a day.
Yes, a ferret can live alone. Just be prepared to spend 4-6 hours a day with it. Even if you have more than one, you will need to give them just as much out of the cage time to play.
It is fine for you to be gone a lot. Ferrets sleep quite a bit, and as long as they get at least 4 hours a day to play with you, they are fine.
Ferrets live about 8 years, give or take. I think ferrets can be great animals. They are fun, curious, and full of trouble!! They are alot like having a baby kitten. Just remember that they are a lot of work, and can be expensive. Ferrets need regular vet visits, and must be kept current on rabies and distemper shots.
Get any color you want. Better yet, go to your local shelter and adopt a homeless one. Try http://www.petfinder.com
hope this helps.
I'm afraid a ferret is not the best pet for you. You will need to own them in groups of two or more. You need to have everything ferret proofed, clean, and organized so that they can SAFELY run free while you are at school. I have a feeling you won't want to commit to this.
And for gosh sakes...if you are going to buy a pair of ferrets please research them first!!
http://www.ferretsr1.org
Ok, so I will try to answer all of your questions but I also want to direct you to ferretfacts.com. This site has a lot of good information on ferrets.
To take care of a ferret you need time, energy, financial, lots of supplies such as a cage, bedding, food, water/food dishes, water bottle, litter boxes, litter, toys, treats, supplements, etc.
Not all ferrets like water bottles and not all ferrets like water dishes. Some like both. You use the same type of water bottle as you would with gerbils and I think rabbits use them to.
Stuff that they like? Toys - squeeky toys, bell toys, crinkle toys, tunnels, things to dig in (such as long grain rice, sand and ferret safe packing peanuts). Treats - meat based treats are the best. Bedding - hammocks, sleep sacks, old tee shirts, towels and much more.
Food. Ferrets need a food that is high in protien and low in fiber. 8 in 1 Ultimate and Totally Ferret are good foods. You may also give them high quality cat/kitten food.
Ferrets like to eat a lot of different things, but that doesn't mean it is good for them. They love sweets, but that's very bad for them. My ferrets love chicken soup (you can get a recipie for that on ferretfacts.com).
Ferrets tend to set their schedulle to yours. When you are awake and around, they will be up and ready to play. If your a morning person, then they will be also..same goes if you are a night person. Ferrets do sleep quite a bit though.
Some ferrets prefer to live alone where some do better in a group. Even if you have all the time in the world, having two ferrets is still not a bad idea. Plus it is loads of fun to watch them play together. But again, this will depend on the ferrets personality.
Most people work and spend some time away from home. This is fine. However, ferrets do need a lot of socail time. A good rule of thumb is 4 hours per day of social time outside of their cage.
Lastly, Ferrets are considered to be a high maintance pet. They require alot of attention and time. Their vet bills can get costly and so can their needs.
Oh as for color, it really doesn't affect their personality. My suggestion is find a local ferret shelter and adopt a ferret due to personality. Spend some time in the shelter and get to know the ferrets. I am sure one will catch your heart and you won't care what color it is.
A website where i can find dog no from a shelters??
looking for a American Staffordshire Terrier but i wanna get it from the owner // adoption
Answers:
There is no such thing as an 'amercian staffordshire terrier', they are pitbulls. I love them, but their breed name is 'pitbull'.
The latest craze (and most stupid)in Australia is 'designer breeding'. It pretty much means you get a labrodore, and a poodle, breed them and call them 'labrodoodles'. People acually think they are a real breed and spend a fortune on them at petstores.
Go to the American Kennel Club website akc.org, I believe it is and search for the breed you want then by state and find a breeder.
They may even have a less than perfect puppy they will sell at a discount over their regular prices.
If you are talking free that is a little harder.
Before you get one from AKC, you should check www.petfinder.com. There is a search function for breed and zip code to find ones in your area. It is a rescue site, but not all of the dogs are from shelters. Some of the dogs have no problems, but the owners had to give them up because they couldn't care for them anymore. There are many purebreds and they list 783 Stafforshire Terriers nationally. You could find the exact dog you want AND save a life.
Answers:
There is no such thing as an 'amercian staffordshire terrier', they are pitbulls. I love them, but their breed name is 'pitbull'.
The latest craze (and most stupid)in Australia is 'designer breeding'. It pretty much means you get a labrodore, and a poodle, breed them and call them 'labrodoodles'. People acually think they are a real breed and spend a fortune on them at petstores.
Go to the American Kennel Club website akc.org, I believe it is and search for the breed you want then by state and find a breeder.
They may even have a less than perfect puppy they will sell at a discount over their regular prices.
If you are talking free that is a little harder.
Before you get one from AKC, you should check www.petfinder.com. There is a search function for breed and zip code to find ones in your area. It is a rescue site, but not all of the dogs are from shelters. Some of the dogs have no problems, but the owners had to give them up because they couldn't care for them anymore. There are many purebreds and they list 783 Stafforshire Terriers nationally. You could find the exact dog you want AND save a life.
A website to learn what i need to get for my new horse like saddle and stuff.?
Answers:
I'm sure you know that it will take a lot to take care of a horse. . .The first website is a small list. The second is a good website from which you can order all sorts of supplies.
http://www.angelfire.com/nb/hoofbeats/ne...
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/sh...
A very jumpy hamster?
My sister got a new hamster about a week ago and when ever she tries to hold it, it jumps out of her hands, and half the time she cant catch her, she has trieed sitting in the bath with it, it works as the hamster cant get away but it still jumps, how can she stop it jumping??
She is scared it will kill it self one day
Answers:
Well, your sister just got the hamster a week ago. Of course the hamster will jump around for a while, but it's absolutely normal. As your sister holds the hamster more often, chances are, it won't jump as much as before. As your sister picks up her new hamster, let her hamster run from one hand to the other, and even across her arms, but don't play with it right away or you'll just be forcing your hamster to play. When you start handling a hamster, especially when they are young and fast, it's also important to be able to hold them firmly in your hands (but NOT tightly) to stop them from running or jumping down. This can be done by cupping your hands around your hamster, leaving a small hole, in which it can poke its head out, but not get through. This way, it will not be as scared as it can see what is happening around it. BUT...always let your hamster smell and see your hands before picking it up. If you frighten it or come up from behind it, your hamster may bite you, as some might do this! From the sound of it, you should tame your hamster first. Before your sister picks her hamster up, why not giving it a small treat? Hamsters need to know that you'll be picking them up before actually doing it, because if they are unaware that you will do this, they will most likely bite for protection. Try petting the hamster a couple of times, slowly and gently, as it is a small rodent. If this process is repeated daily, chances are most likely to result in less jumping while being handled.
the hamster prob. is confined in his cage too long and wanna exercise his legs. i'm serious. did u buy the hamster the ball where he/she can run around in? besides, its still new to ur sis, after he/she get use to her, it might settle down more
well the hamster might just want to stretch his/her legs , so i suggest that your sister gt a hamster ball so it can run around in the back garden. hope it works.
Hamsters, mice, rodents all want one thing. To get down.
i think its just excited or either scared because its not used of having people hold it
She is scared it will kill it self one day
Answers:
Well, your sister just got the hamster a week ago. Of course the hamster will jump around for a while, but it's absolutely normal. As your sister holds the hamster more often, chances are, it won't jump as much as before. As your sister picks up her new hamster, let her hamster run from one hand to the other, and even across her arms, but don't play with it right away or you'll just be forcing your hamster to play. When you start handling a hamster, especially when they are young and fast, it's also important to be able to hold them firmly in your hands (but NOT tightly) to stop them from running or jumping down. This can be done by cupping your hands around your hamster, leaving a small hole, in which it can poke its head out, but not get through. This way, it will not be as scared as it can see what is happening around it. BUT...always let your hamster smell and see your hands before picking it up. If you frighten it or come up from behind it, your hamster may bite you, as some might do this! From the sound of it, you should tame your hamster first. Before your sister picks her hamster up, why not giving it a small treat? Hamsters need to know that you'll be picking them up before actually doing it, because if they are unaware that you will do this, they will most likely bite for protection. Try petting the hamster a couple of times, slowly and gently, as it is a small rodent. If this process is repeated daily, chances are most likely to result in less jumping while being handled.
the hamster prob. is confined in his cage too long and wanna exercise his legs. i'm serious. did u buy the hamster the ball where he/she can run around in? besides, its still new to ur sis, after he/she get use to her, it might settle down more
well the hamster might just want to stretch his/her legs , so i suggest that your sister gt a hamster ball so it can run around in the back garden. hope it works.
Hamsters, mice, rodents all want one thing. To get down.
i think its just excited or either scared because its not used of having people hold it
A rare pet?
ok i live in the country and i found a baby fox . She is weird looking cuz i think an animal bit her ear b/c a chunk is off. And theres a white strip down her back wat should i name her?? and wat should i tell the vet
Answers:
Many places in the country do not allow normal citizens to own wild animals, check your local laws.
Sounds like a skunk to me. Be very careful and take this pet to your vet asap. Wild animals are rabies carriers.
getting away from the obvious, stripe, you have several choices.
leave her unnamed for a bit.
then, based on her attitude, name her something.
for example, my aunt got a kitten handed to her out of a car window. she kept saying that she didn't want to keep the cat because it'd be nothing but trouble. The cat was named trouble.
makes sense?
you could also name her according to the color she is.
i.e. firefox, caramel, red, etc.
preferably, tell the vet the truth because if something should happen, he'll need to know how, when, and why you got her.
good luck!
Wild animals should not be kept as pets, and the fox should be released.
tell the vet what you wrote but there won't much the vet can do. depending what state your in you my not by law be aloud to keep it. but for the name name her Twinkee. (get in white stripe = cream filling.
Answers:
Many places in the country do not allow normal citizens to own wild animals, check your local laws.
Sounds like a skunk to me. Be very careful and take this pet to your vet asap. Wild animals are rabies carriers.
getting away from the obvious, stripe, you have several choices.
leave her unnamed for a bit.
then, based on her attitude, name her something.
for example, my aunt got a kitten handed to her out of a car window. she kept saying that she didn't want to keep the cat because it'd be nothing but trouble. The cat was named trouble.
makes sense?
you could also name her according to the color she is.
i.e. firefox, caramel, red, etc.
preferably, tell the vet the truth because if something should happen, he'll need to know how, when, and why you got her.
good luck!
Wild animals should not be kept as pets, and the fox should be released.
tell the vet what you wrote but there won't much the vet can do. depending what state your in you my not by law be aloud to keep it. but for the name name her Twinkee. (get in white stripe = cream filling.
A rabbits life...?
I have a 3 y/o dwarf X lopped ear rabbit, just wondering what their life expectantcy is?
Answers:
Rabbits kept indoors with proper care can expect to live between 9-12 years.
rabbits kept outside in hutches have less than half the average lifespan of a house rabbit.
Any where between 15-20 years
somewhere around dinner time
Here ya go, it varies, if they are in door, or out doors 8 - 10 years.
It can be varied, with health, food, shelter, and of course the breed, but the average is probably 10-20 years although some can die younger, and some can die older, so it is hard to pinpoint an actual age.
Considering it's indoor and spayed or neutered 7-10 years or longer. Outside and not fixed about 5 or less. http://www.rabbit.org
Indoor they live anywhere from 10 to 20 years, if taken care of properly, and outdoor the life expectancy is much shorter.
Answers:
Rabbits kept indoors with proper care can expect to live between 9-12 years.
rabbits kept outside in hutches have less than half the average lifespan of a house rabbit.
Any where between 15-20 years
somewhere around dinner time
Here ya go, it varies, if they are in door, or out doors 8 - 10 years.
It can be varied, with health, food, shelter, and of course the breed, but the average is probably 10-20 years although some can die younger, and some can die older, so it is hard to pinpoint an actual age.
Considering it's indoor and spayed or neutered 7-10 years or longer. Outside and not fixed about 5 or less. http://www.rabbit.org
Indoor they live anywhere from 10 to 20 years, if taken care of properly, and outdoor the life expectancy is much shorter.
A question about Urine Gone~~?
Are there any pet owners out there who have used this product? If so...does it work ? (for the odor %26 to keep the pet from going in the same area again) It's kinda expensive so I thought I would ask others before I actually try it.
Answers:
I used it a while ago.. it did a really good job of getting rid of the odor but it didn't stop my pup from going in that spot again.. :)
nothing will remove the odor of urine from floorboards. you have to replace them to stop dogs from going on them.
concrete floors, maybe it will work on a carpet.
Works like a charm.
It really does work. I was really happy with it. All the best;~)
Answers:
I used it a while ago.. it did a really good job of getting rid of the odor but it didn't stop my pup from going in that spot again.. :)
nothing will remove the odor of urine from floorboards. you have to replace them to stop dogs from going on them.
concrete floors, maybe it will work on a carpet.
Works like a charm.
It really does work. I was really happy with it. All the best;~)
A Pet Funeral Home?
If I were to start one, would you use it? Like a full featured funeral, with all the services like we get as humans?
Answers:
I just recently had to put my kitty to sleep after a long fight with kidney failure. After he died, we simply turned him in and got ashes in return. I feel kinda hollow and sad still. I think it's because I didn't have proper closure and a funeral would have done just that. What a lovely idea! Let me know if you open a branch in SC!
Pet funeral homes are popping up all over the place and seem to be doing very well. Considering the change in society's attitudes towards pets and considering them to be a part of the family, is why pet funeral homes are doing so well. It makes it easier to say good bye and helps people to cope with their loss. So I think if you were to open one, I think you would find that there are quite a few people who would avail themselves of your service.
yes ! as long as the land their burried in isnt going to be used as Wallmart later on LOL !
Answers:
I just recently had to put my kitty to sleep after a long fight with kidney failure. After he died, we simply turned him in and got ashes in return. I feel kinda hollow and sad still. I think it's because I didn't have proper closure and a funeral would have done just that. What a lovely idea! Let me know if you open a branch in SC!
Pet funeral homes are popping up all over the place and seem to be doing very well. Considering the change in society's attitudes towards pets and considering them to be a part of the family, is why pet funeral homes are doing so well. It makes it easier to say good bye and helps people to cope with their loss. So I think if you were to open one, I think you would find that there are quite a few people who would avail themselves of your service.
yes ! as long as the land their burried in isnt going to be used as Wallmart later on LOL !
A Parakeet, or a Corn Snake?
This seems like an odd choice, but I would like both, and i need help deciding
They would cost about the same I know, and I already have a bird cage, and an aquarium
I already have a cockatiel, but have always loved snakes, I was trying to convince my parents into letting me have one, and they almost caved until my friend gave me her cockatiel, I love my bird, and i now realize that birds are the type of pet I should have
But, i've been researching corn snakes, and still would LOVE to have one. I already have 3 hamsters, my cockatiel, and my fish tank that are my personal pets (the rest of my family has 3 dogs and a cat, but the rest are my responsibility)
I want a low mantinence pet, and a corn snake is less maintenence than another bird
What do you think
Answers:
The bird, friend, the bird. Snakes are a gross upkeep to feed, got to feed them live. pronounced l-eye-v. and if you love animals, you will NOT enjoy feeding that snake. I had a bf who had two snakes and every time he had to feed them he looked horrified and nauseous, and I wondered why he even bothered. Get the boyd!! tweet tweet!
don't you have to buy baby mice at the pet shop to feed the snake? Just curious.
I guess if you want a snake go for it
If you want a reptile,a bearded dragon makes a good pet,i have two corn snakes and a bearded dragon and to be honest the snakes spend most of their time sleeping.
The lizard is alot more livelier.
Parakeet! Snakes are not safe!
I had a white parakeet named Jack who would sit on my finger %26 do the funky bird dance.He was hilarious!
I have his brother ,Zippy now %26 another male who is yellow.
They can be so amusing!
Now show me a snake that sits up %26 dances when you ask it to!
snakes do NOT have to eat live... that's just silly. I buy frozen mice to feed mine. You just thaw them out under a light or in warm water. More convenient, safer for the snake, cleaner for you... cheaper... less trauma LOL
Since you already have a bird, I'd say go for the corn snake. Glad to hear you've been reading up on them... soooo many people get pets without knowing anything about them.
Here's a couple good sites if you haven't already checked them out. :)
http://www.anapsid.org/corn.html...
http://www.cornsnakes.com/
well i dont really have the experience of a corn snake, but i've had 2 parakeets before. their friendly but only if u are the kinda person to talk to them alot. if u dont they wont talk, and u could get them another parakeet as a friend. but then they wont talk because the other parakeet will be their belongings instead of your friend. i would get either of them, but most likely the parakeet :) good luck
They would cost about the same I know, and I already have a bird cage, and an aquarium
I already have a cockatiel, but have always loved snakes, I was trying to convince my parents into letting me have one, and they almost caved until my friend gave me her cockatiel, I love my bird, and i now realize that birds are the type of pet I should have
But, i've been researching corn snakes, and still would LOVE to have one. I already have 3 hamsters, my cockatiel, and my fish tank that are my personal pets (the rest of my family has 3 dogs and a cat, but the rest are my responsibility)
I want a low mantinence pet, and a corn snake is less maintenence than another bird
What do you think
Answers:
The bird, friend, the bird. Snakes are a gross upkeep to feed, got to feed them live. pronounced l-eye-v. and if you love animals, you will NOT enjoy feeding that snake. I had a bf who had two snakes and every time he had to feed them he looked horrified and nauseous, and I wondered why he even bothered. Get the boyd!! tweet tweet!
don't you have to buy baby mice at the pet shop to feed the snake? Just curious.
I guess if you want a snake go for it
If you want a reptile,a bearded dragon makes a good pet,i have two corn snakes and a bearded dragon and to be honest the snakes spend most of their time sleeping.
The lizard is alot more livelier.
Parakeet! Snakes are not safe!
I had a white parakeet named Jack who would sit on my finger %26 do the funky bird dance.He was hilarious!
I have his brother ,Zippy now %26 another male who is yellow.
They can be so amusing!
Now show me a snake that sits up %26 dances when you ask it to!
snakes do NOT have to eat live... that's just silly. I buy frozen mice to feed mine. You just thaw them out under a light or in warm water. More convenient, safer for the snake, cleaner for you... cheaper... less trauma LOL
Since you already have a bird, I'd say go for the corn snake. Glad to hear you've been reading up on them... soooo many people get pets without knowing anything about them.
Here's a couple good sites if you haven't already checked them out. :)
http://www.anapsid.org/corn.html...
http://www.cornsnakes.com/
well i dont really have the experience of a corn snake, but i've had 2 parakeets before. their friendly but only if u are the kinda person to talk to them alot. if u dont they wont talk, and u could get them another parakeet as a friend. but then they wont talk because the other parakeet will be their belongings instead of your friend. i would get either of them, but most likely the parakeet :) good luck
A new dog question?
I have a new dog. She's a 13 year old dachshund coming from a really bad life with previous owners. I have two female cats also. I got her on Friday. As soon as I walked into the door with her, one of my cats pounced on her, and ended up making her bleed. The dog was barking, the cats were hissing like mad. My cats have never been so violent or hostel like that. I had a dachshund in the house before - had him since I was young (he died in October '06) - and they seemed to take to him very well. Anyway, I was holding one of the cats, and she scratched the hell out of my chest because she was so riled up. Right now I'm keeping the dog in the living room (I have a baby fench in the doorway). The cats seem to stare at her time after time. Around Sunday, I let the dog out again, only to have the cats flip out once more. I really want to have them mingle in harmony, but I'm afraid that the cats or the poor dog will get harmed again. Is there any possible way to make peace in my house again?
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Having come from really bad previous owners and at her age she is probably more fearful than another dog would be. The cats can pick up on this and think they should attack. The cats were there first so feed them first and make an extra fuss over them so they wont be jealous. Continue to keep them and the dog separated for a while but close enough that they can see each other. Don't say or do anything and they will figure it out. Take your time and don't force them and they will get to know each other. If you hold the cat she might think your going to make her go to the dog.
I think you are doing all the right things and just need to be patient a little while longer.
Also I think its great that you rescued this 13 year old dachshund.
it takes time to get them accustomed to each other. your cats don't remember your other dachshund. so keep them separate as you do now and then, day by day, let the dog out. the will get along after a while.
It's difficult, especially with cats, to adjust pets to a new arrival. You should keep them separated until they do adjust. To facilitate that adjustment, try feeding the cats on the other side of the baby gate, moving their bowls closer and closer, so they come to associate pleasant things with the presence of the new dog.
They will need time to get used to each other.
Introduce them slowly and eventually they will make peace if not friends.
My new kitty and my old cat didn't get along at all and now after three months they play together and get along fine.
oh wow, tough situation..
i used to have alot of rabbits with one dog.
at first, they didnt adapt very well wen i first got the dog. i used to keep them seperate for a while. (about 4 weeks) then little by little, i would put them closer together until they seemed to get used and before i knew it, they were lik one big rabbit, dog family!
so just try this for a while..
keep them seperate until they get used to being with eachother every two weeks try letting him out (on a leash) and see wut happens..if they attack you kan always pull him back with a leash. little by little leave him out with eachother a little longer. until theyre like a cat, dog family :)
my cat does that w/ my new puppy too, its like a territorial thing i think, my cat leaves my dog alone unless he gets to close to him.it is like a stranger to them
Cats are very territorial. They probably feel like the dog is an intruder. They should eventually become accustomed to the dogs presents. In the mean time you can try the old squirt gun or water spray bottle trick.
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Having come from really bad previous owners and at her age she is probably more fearful than another dog would be. The cats can pick up on this and think they should attack. The cats were there first so feed them first and make an extra fuss over them so they wont be jealous. Continue to keep them and the dog separated for a while but close enough that they can see each other. Don't say or do anything and they will figure it out. Take your time and don't force them and they will get to know each other. If you hold the cat she might think your going to make her go to the dog.
I think you are doing all the right things and just need to be patient a little while longer.
Also I think its great that you rescued this 13 year old dachshund.
it takes time to get them accustomed to each other. your cats don't remember your other dachshund. so keep them separate as you do now and then, day by day, let the dog out. the will get along after a while.
It's difficult, especially with cats, to adjust pets to a new arrival. You should keep them separated until they do adjust. To facilitate that adjustment, try feeding the cats on the other side of the baby gate, moving their bowls closer and closer, so they come to associate pleasant things with the presence of the new dog.
They will need time to get used to each other.
Introduce them slowly and eventually they will make peace if not friends.
My new kitty and my old cat didn't get along at all and now after three months they play together and get along fine.
oh wow, tough situation..
i used to have alot of rabbits with one dog.
at first, they didnt adapt very well wen i first got the dog. i used to keep them seperate for a while. (about 4 weeks) then little by little, i would put them closer together until they seemed to get used and before i knew it, they were lik one big rabbit, dog family!
so just try this for a while..
keep them seperate until they get used to being with eachother every two weeks try letting him out (on a leash) and see wut happens..if they attack you kan always pull him back with a leash. little by little leave him out with eachother a little longer. until theyre like a cat, dog family :)
my cat does that w/ my new puppy too, its like a territorial thing i think, my cat leaves my dog alone unless he gets to close to him.it is like a stranger to them
Cats are very territorial. They probably feel like the dog is an intruder. They should eventually become accustomed to the dogs presents. In the mean time you can try the old squirt gun or water spray bottle trick.
A mother rabbit had her babies last night in my flowers will she move them to a safe place?
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aww thats so cute...yes she will
Congrats
That sounds like a nice safe place to me.
If you are a caring person, it would be a good idea to provide her with a nice box or sth. to make her nest. But make sure it is safe from dogs, cats and foxes.
She thinks she's already chosen a safe spot (or she wouldn't have given birth there). Please help support her decision by making sure it stays safe for her %26 her little family. :) Unfortunately, there aren't many safe spots left for wildlife anymore. :(
I always try to help Mother Nature whenever I can. :)
The rabbit won't move the babies. Routinely the rabbits have babies in my back yard and often abandoned them. My dog goes out there and starts eating them and then I have to go out there with a shovel and heave the half eaten carcasses over the fence with a shovel into my neighbors yard.
My dog is a beagle, she loves WABBIT!!
Not until they are a few weeks old, in the mean time make sure she isn't disturbed by pets or people.
~Ponies~Horses?
Hi,
Does anyone know where Ponies are for sale in PA?
If you do-Please let me know asap~
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Can you be more specific in what you want to do with your pony? That can help me narrow down the search. Like trail, jumping, reining? Also, do you have a price limit (otherwise I could show you $60,000 horses when your budget is $5,000 and that wouldn't do you much good, would it?)? What riding level would you consider yourself? Add details and I'll come back later.
For now, though, I'll agree with Bailey. Look at your local tack and feed shops. Ask around- you might find your perfect horse by word of mouth. Also, check with your trainer or barn owner- they might know of a good horse for sale. Plus, they'll be able to match your skills to a pony better than a flyer- they've seen you ride and know what you can handle.
you should check your local stables, farms, tack and feed stores for ads. also many internet sites sell horses to that you could check. it really all depends on what you want and how far you want to travel.
a great site to look at for any animal is at kijiji.com its all animal listings
Does anyone know where Ponies are for sale in PA?
If you do-Please let me know asap~
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Can you be more specific in what you want to do with your pony? That can help me narrow down the search. Like trail, jumping, reining? Also, do you have a price limit (otherwise I could show you $60,000 horses when your budget is $5,000 and that wouldn't do you much good, would it?)? What riding level would you consider yourself? Add details and I'll come back later.
For now, though, I'll agree with Bailey. Look at your local tack and feed shops. Ask around- you might find your perfect horse by word of mouth. Also, check with your trainer or barn owner- they might know of a good horse for sale. Plus, they'll be able to match your skills to a pony better than a flyer- they've seen you ride and know what you can handle.
you should check your local stables, farms, tack and feed stores for ads. also many internet sites sell horses to that you could check. it really all depends on what you want and how far you want to travel.
a great site to look at for any animal is at kijiji.com its all animal listings
??White Muscle Disease?????
My nigerian dwarf goat has white muscle disease. How long does it take to recover from it. Please help me she is so pittiful.
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Unfortunately she may never completely recover depending on how severe the case. WMD is commonly caused by the deficiency of Selenium, therefor if you live in a deficient area you will need to supplement the Selenium with mineral or vaccinate w/ BO-SE. I would treat the goat w/ 3 injections, one per day, for 3 days of 2 CC's of BO-SE. This could help but again, depending on the severity,
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Unfortunately she may never completely recover depending on how severe the case. WMD is commonly caused by the deficiency of Selenium, therefor if you live in a deficient area you will need to supplement the Selenium with mineral or vaccinate w/ BO-SE. I would treat the goat w/ 3 injections, one per day, for 3 days of 2 CC's of BO-SE. This could help but again, depending on the severity,
?????What is a good dog????
What is a good dog for a laid back family, that is easy to housetrain. will play but not rough. Just a dog with a good temperament. And why that dog. Thanks
God Bless.
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Don't look at the breed, look at individual dogs... All dogs have different personalities and temperments.. Most of the time breed doesn't matter.
Always meet the dog with entire family. You want to make sure that dog is goign to be the right fit the not just you, but the kids, dogs, etc..
Is your family active? Like to walk, play outside? Go on vacations? Is the family like to hang out inside a lot?
How long do you work? Will the dog be ok for the time its left alone? Do you plan on crate training?
Do you want a puppy? Are you prepared for 2 a.m. potty breaks and puppy cries from 1 a.m. til 7a .m.?? Are you prepared for chewed up sneakers and favorite items? Accidents on the carpet, beds etc...
Do you want a older dog that is housetrained, and settled down?
Are you prepared for vet costs?
Do you want a purebred or mix breed?
Did you know purebreds have high vet bills during the length of their lives? Did you know they are more prone to health diseases and shorter life spans?
There is so many questions that need to be answered, that can help you decide which dogs is best for the family.
If you adopt through a rescue organization, they will help fit your family with the dog that fits your lifestyle. Don't be afraid to ask! Any good rescuer will go through every question with you!!
GOOD LUCK!
Golden Retrievers, Labs, Pugs, Beagles, there are lots of them. I would go to the nearby pound and see which one gets along with your family the best. But that's me...
an english bulldog because they are easy to train, they can be lazy but they can be playful, they have great temperaments...
german Shepherd is a very loyal, loving and protective family dog. Has a great temperment and is easily trained. If you want a small dog, Toy Poodle for the same reasons.
chiuauaua , golden retriever, yorkie, or a beagle all cute playful and is smart
Our family prefers Labs.
Depends on you.
Pick one that has the appropriate personality for the lifestyle you live - how active you are etc. There are some good websites available that will tell you what type of dog you should get according to your preferences (you answer a number of set questions). Animates does one but there are better ones out there. Spend some time googling dog personality test and you should find it.
A Shetland Sheepdog. They're just what you want, I believe.
Boxers!
they may look tough but their really friendly family dogs.
go to familydogs.com
golden retrievers and labradors are up there in the good temperament list .
God Bless.
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Don't look at the breed, look at individual dogs... All dogs have different personalities and temperments.. Most of the time breed doesn't matter.
Always meet the dog with entire family. You want to make sure that dog is goign to be the right fit the not just you, but the kids, dogs, etc..
Is your family active? Like to walk, play outside? Go on vacations? Is the family like to hang out inside a lot?
How long do you work? Will the dog be ok for the time its left alone? Do you plan on crate training?
Do you want a puppy? Are you prepared for 2 a.m. potty breaks and puppy cries from 1 a.m. til 7a .m.?? Are you prepared for chewed up sneakers and favorite items? Accidents on the carpet, beds etc...
Do you want a older dog that is housetrained, and settled down?
Are you prepared for vet costs?
Do you want a purebred or mix breed?
Did you know purebreds have high vet bills during the length of their lives? Did you know they are more prone to health diseases and shorter life spans?
There is so many questions that need to be answered, that can help you decide which dogs is best for the family.
If you adopt through a rescue organization, they will help fit your family with the dog that fits your lifestyle. Don't be afraid to ask! Any good rescuer will go through every question with you!!
GOOD LUCK!
Golden Retrievers, Labs, Pugs, Beagles, there are lots of them. I would go to the nearby pound and see which one gets along with your family the best. But that's me...
an english bulldog because they are easy to train, they can be lazy but they can be playful, they have great temperaments...
german Shepherd is a very loyal, loving and protective family dog. Has a great temperment and is easily trained. If you want a small dog, Toy Poodle for the same reasons.
chiuauaua , golden retriever, yorkie, or a beagle all cute playful and is smart
Our family prefers Labs.
Depends on you.
Pick one that has the appropriate personality for the lifestyle you live - how active you are etc. There are some good websites available that will tell you what type of dog you should get according to your preferences (you answer a number of set questions). Animates does one but there are better ones out there. Spend some time googling dog personality test and you should find it.
A Shetland Sheepdog. They're just what you want, I believe.
Boxers!
they may look tough but their really friendly family dogs.
go to familydogs.com
golden retrievers and labradors are up there in the good temperament list .
??????
i recently adopted a un raced greyhound and i was wondering how long should i keep the muzzle on when wallking ive been told the dog can be let of the lead
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For those that don't know, greyhound muzzles are huge. A dog can pant, drink, eat and lick through a muzzle, it only hinders them from biting. Greyhounds are not aggressive or violent. Rather, they have paper-thin skin and very little fur. In the heat of competition they will occassionally shove each other or try and nip. Even a small nip can require a number of stiches in their delicate hides!
As to the original question, I see no reason to muzzle a dog while walking. You should have enough control over your dog via the leash that the dog will not approach anything unless you give the ok. If you do not feel comfortable with just a leash there are a number of harnesses that will fit a greyhound's larger barrel.
If you let your dog offleash (something that is very controversial among greyhound owners) you should be very careful about where/when you use a muzzle. Greys turned out together in a fenced area should all be muzzled to prevent any accidents (as mentioned above). But it is not safe to muzzle one dog if another is not muzzled - your dog will lose all of its defenses if it is attacked. If you let your dog off lead in an unfenced area you should never, ever muzzle him. If he does attact a small furry he will again be defenseless (and cats can do nasty things to a muzzled grey's eyes). If he runs away and does not return, muzzles can get caught on bushes or tree limbs and hinder a dogs movement. And even though a grey can usually take small treats or kibble through a muzzle it will be next to impossible to eat larger scraps he might find or to catch his own food.
you don't need a muzzle on to walk a dog. how would you like it if you couldn't sweat? well basically that is what you are doing to the dog. if he can't pant he can't get rid of excess body heat. also don't ever let a dog off leash unles it is in a fenced area. you would be surprised at how little it takes to distract them and have them take off--possibly putting their lives in danger
i totally agree with bassetfreak...
unless the dog tends to bite, you do not need a muzzle. when you take him for a walk keep him on a leash attached to the collar or halter, if he pulls a little. You can let him off the leash in your yard or maybe at a dog park if allowed. Good luck.
Greyhounds are bred to hunt and chase. Dont let it off the lead.Especially if there are smaller animals like cats ect around. No matter what you have been told.
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For those that don't know, greyhound muzzles are huge. A dog can pant, drink, eat and lick through a muzzle, it only hinders them from biting. Greyhounds are not aggressive or violent. Rather, they have paper-thin skin and very little fur. In the heat of competition they will occassionally shove each other or try and nip. Even a small nip can require a number of stiches in their delicate hides!
As to the original question, I see no reason to muzzle a dog while walking. You should have enough control over your dog via the leash that the dog will not approach anything unless you give the ok. If you do not feel comfortable with just a leash there are a number of harnesses that will fit a greyhound's larger barrel.
If you let your dog offleash (something that is very controversial among greyhound owners) you should be very careful about where/when you use a muzzle. Greys turned out together in a fenced area should all be muzzled to prevent any accidents (as mentioned above). But it is not safe to muzzle one dog if another is not muzzled - your dog will lose all of its defenses if it is attacked. If you let your dog off lead in an unfenced area you should never, ever muzzle him. If he does attact a small furry he will again be defenseless (and cats can do nasty things to a muzzled grey's eyes). If he runs away and does not return, muzzles can get caught on bushes or tree limbs and hinder a dogs movement. And even though a grey can usually take small treats or kibble through a muzzle it will be next to impossible to eat larger scraps he might find or to catch his own food.
you don't need a muzzle on to walk a dog. how would you like it if you couldn't sweat? well basically that is what you are doing to the dog. if he can't pant he can't get rid of excess body heat. also don't ever let a dog off leash unles it is in a fenced area. you would be surprised at how little it takes to distract them and have them take off--possibly putting their lives in danger
i totally agree with bassetfreak...
unless the dog tends to bite, you do not need a muzzle. when you take him for a walk keep him on a leash attached to the collar or halter, if he pulls a little. You can let him off the leash in your yard or maybe at a dog park if allowed. Good luck.
Greyhounds are bred to hunt and chase. Dont let it off the lead.Especially if there are smaller animals like cats ect around. No matter what you have been told.
???? Are Dobermans Good Dogs????
There is a housebroken doberman at my local humane society, i was wondering if i should get her. I want to adopt from my humane society, it upsets me when good dogs are put to sleep. Why do you like dobermans? Many thanks
God Bless
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My best-est friend in the whole wide world is an 11 y.o. doberman girl! She is the best doggie in the world!
They are so sweet and intelligent, loyal, obedient...if this one you are looking at has no issues, I don't think you will have any regrets!
Please bail this lil girl outta jail %26 give her a home asap!
My aunt had one and she said it was the best pet she ever had.
My friend had a Doberman and I have to say it was the goofiest dog I ever had the pleasure of knowing. His ears and tail were still intact so it didn't have that mean look at all. My friend Renee thought that it was too mean to do that but it never seemed to quite make it to guard dog status. He was just too nice. He was a good family pet and totally squashed my fear of Dobermans. Good luck. I hope you get her. No dog deserves to die alone without a family.
Dobermans are good, loyal dogs. I got mine at the shelter when she was about 1 yr old. She's gone now, but she was the best companion I could have had for my 12 yr old daughter. Your doing a good thing. Good luck
Yes. I have had 2.
My mother has a Dobie and German Shepard mix and she is a very loving dog. When I leave my bedroom to go out in the kitchen the dog will be waiting for me in the front room and she will be sitting there and we will go out to the family room and she will go over to her basket with her toys in it and she will pull out a toy and she will be wagging her tail and she will relate the toy to me when she is greeting me when I come out of the room. She is a very happy dog.
You should go and get the dog out of the Humane Society and give the dog a lot of love and care for the dog and make it very happy with a new home. I hope you get it out of the Humane Society and give it a loving home.
Dobermans are a popular breed for good reason! They are handsome dogs, and can make wonderful companions. I think in this case, your real question to yourself should be, "would I be a good doberman owner?" Ask the staff at the shelter about the dog's temperament %26 needs, and see if you are going to be able to provide these things to her. Dobermans are generally very active and intelligent, so they like plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They react well to training, and it's a good way to keep them busy. So, if you're prepared to offer all of this to the dog, then go for it.
If you apply to adopt a dog, you'll be asked questions regarding your habits, housing area (fenced-in yard), have you had any pets before, etc. Meet with the people at the society and they'll give you the information you need. Meet also with the dog to make sure you two will bond. Get a book on Dobermans and read up on it. Adopt her, and enjoy life!
Hi, I read in one of your answers that you have ducklings available. Do you happen to have chicks as well? If so, where are you located?
Sorry, I didn't know how else to contact you! Lol. Thank you for your time!
God Bless
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My best-est friend in the whole wide world is an 11 y.o. doberman girl! She is the best doggie in the world!
They are so sweet and intelligent, loyal, obedient...if this one you are looking at has no issues, I don't think you will have any regrets!
Please bail this lil girl outta jail %26 give her a home asap!
My aunt had one and she said it was the best pet she ever had.
My friend had a Doberman and I have to say it was the goofiest dog I ever had the pleasure of knowing. His ears and tail were still intact so it didn't have that mean look at all. My friend Renee thought that it was too mean to do that but it never seemed to quite make it to guard dog status. He was just too nice. He was a good family pet and totally squashed my fear of Dobermans. Good luck. I hope you get her. No dog deserves to die alone without a family.
Dobermans are good, loyal dogs. I got mine at the shelter when she was about 1 yr old. She's gone now, but she was the best companion I could have had for my 12 yr old daughter. Your doing a good thing. Good luck
Yes. I have had 2.
My mother has a Dobie and German Shepard mix and she is a very loving dog. When I leave my bedroom to go out in the kitchen the dog will be waiting for me in the front room and she will be sitting there and we will go out to the family room and she will go over to her basket with her toys in it and she will pull out a toy and she will be wagging her tail and she will relate the toy to me when she is greeting me when I come out of the room. She is a very happy dog.
You should go and get the dog out of the Humane Society and give the dog a lot of love and care for the dog and make it very happy with a new home. I hope you get it out of the Humane Society and give it a loving home.
Dobermans are a popular breed for good reason! They are handsome dogs, and can make wonderful companions. I think in this case, your real question to yourself should be, "would I be a good doberman owner?" Ask the staff at the shelter about the dog's temperament %26 needs, and see if you are going to be able to provide these things to her. Dobermans are generally very active and intelligent, so they like plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They react well to training, and it's a good way to keep them busy. So, if you're prepared to offer all of this to the dog, then go for it.
If you apply to adopt a dog, you'll be asked questions regarding your habits, housing area (fenced-in yard), have you had any pets before, etc. Meet with the people at the society and they'll give you the information you need. Meet also with the dog to make sure you two will bond. Get a book on Dobermans and read up on it. Adopt her, and enjoy life!
Hi, I read in one of your answers that you have ducklings available. Do you happen to have chicks as well? If so, where are you located?
Sorry, I didn't know how else to contact you! Lol. Thank you for your time!
? about hamsters?
my hamster has this really weird growth in his cheek nad i've tried to clean it but it smells to bad. What should i do?
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my hamster had a growth thing..and it wasnt pretty...he was in pain...so we put him asleep
go to a vet!
it sounds like an infection, a peice of food may have got stuck in an area in his cheek and caused an infection, or it can be a small tumor. Sucks cuz vets charge alot for a tiny animal, Id jus continue to clean it but try an put somethin over ur nose to avoid the smell. if somethin smells that bad there is deffinatly something going way wrong in there. Hopefully he wont pass away gl
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my hamster had a growth thing..and it wasnt pretty...he was in pain...so we put him asleep
go to a vet!
it sounds like an infection, a peice of food may have got stuck in an area in his cheek and caused an infection, or it can be a small tumor. Sucks cuz vets charge alot for a tiny animal, Id jus continue to clean it but try an put somethin over ur nose to avoid the smell. if somethin smells that bad there is deffinatly something going way wrong in there. Hopefully he wont pass away gl
******* or puppies?
Choose your best pet for a small boy (4 years old). I cant choose on a puppy or kitten for my sons birthday.
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you should never buy pets just because your children want them,you will have to look after them feed them walk them,have you thought long and hard about getting a pet,if you really want a pet a Guinea pig would be better ,they are easy o handle they don't bite,unlike a dog or cat,and wont scratch you either,they don't need litter training which is time consuming and are easy to look after and cheap to keep,they don't need vaccinations unlike dogs or cats they don't need worming,and can happily live on there own,they don't attack you or scratch you unlike a dog or cat,if they have had enough of being played with,think again about the cat and dog
Puppy or the very best and playful and patint cat. Id say get the puppy. Cats dont like little kids much.
your`e not allowed to say p ussy on here mate,,,
small dog like yorkie or toy poodle something that size
I would recommend a puppy.
Do NOT get a small breed dog. Often times they are very fragile and they also tend to be more bitey because of their size.
I would recommend a large or medium sized breed.
Believe it or not, I would highly recommend a pit bull. They are known for being GREAT with children and are also very tolerant of pain, so they are much less likey to bite if your child pulls their hair/ears or accidentally steps on/falls on the dog. :)
pets should never be given as a birthday or Christmas present. A pet for a child so young a hamster or gerbil
Irish Terrier
Buy a St Bernard dog and instead of putting water in the keg..you can put sweets in.
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you should never buy pets just because your children want them,you will have to look after them feed them walk them,have you thought long and hard about getting a pet,if you really want a pet a Guinea pig would be better ,they are easy o handle they don't bite,unlike a dog or cat,and wont scratch you either,they don't need litter training which is time consuming and are easy to look after and cheap to keep,they don't need vaccinations unlike dogs or cats they don't need worming,and can happily live on there own,they don't attack you or scratch you unlike a dog or cat,if they have had enough of being played with,think again about the cat and dog
Puppy or the very best and playful and patint cat. Id say get the puppy. Cats dont like little kids much.
your`e not allowed to say p ussy on here mate,,,
small dog like yorkie or toy poodle something that size
I would recommend a puppy.
Do NOT get a small breed dog. Often times they are very fragile and they also tend to be more bitey because of their size.
I would recommend a large or medium sized breed.
Believe it or not, I would highly recommend a pit bull. They are known for being GREAT with children and are also very tolerant of pain, so they are much less likey to bite if your child pulls their hair/ears or accidentally steps on/falls on the dog. :)
pets should never be given as a birthday or Christmas present. A pet for a child so young a hamster or gerbil
Irish Terrier
Buy a St Bernard dog and instead of putting water in the keg..you can put sweets in.
(in canada) a veternarian assistant , questions about it?
how much do they make around
what do they do that differs from a veteranrian
and
do you have to go to college or university for it
and how long?
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I don't know, but that would be sooooooooooooo fun to be a veterinarian's assistant!! They actually have jobs like that?! You see that's what I want to be when I grow up. So to me that would be like a dream job before I go to college!(:(:
You have to go to College...
wages will vary depending on where you are even in Canada...
what do they do that differs from a veteranrian
and
do you have to go to college or university for it
and how long?
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I don't know, but that would be sooooooooooooo fun to be a veterinarian's assistant!! They actually have jobs like that?! You see that's what I want to be when I grow up. So to me that would be like a dream job before I go to college!(:(:
You have to go to College...
wages will vary depending on where you are even in Canada...
"Pet Agree", should i buy?
People told me to use this product called a "E-collar" which uses shock training. I don't like that kinda stuff, so after surfing the web for awhile I found this product called "Pet Agree" for training.
http://www.petsmart.com/global/product_d...
The link above shows what it is. Does anyone have any opinions on it? Or can give me further information on it such as can it work for any command? What exactly makes it different from a dog whistle or a normal voice command? Or anything else that could help me so I know what exactly it does further than just making a sound.
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By reading the reviews, it sounds to me like it is hurting their ears and they are afraid of it. I do not care for shock collars or anything like that. I guess this is an alternative but it still sounds like the noise it makes hurts the dogs ears, the one guy said just by showing his dog the device it will listen , sounds a little harsh to me. Its like after beating the dog with newspaper if you show the dog newspaper it is going to be scared.
I would invest in dog school for the dog and yourself. this will help both of you out without hurting the other one. Good luck.
In my opinion thats totally unnessessary as is shock training which is also very cruel, training classes is all you need and your voice will work better than anything else, going to training classes will be good bonding for you and your dog and doing fun things with your dog will make it listen to you more.
http://www.petsmart.com/global/product_d...
The link above shows what it is. Does anyone have any opinions on it? Or can give me further information on it such as can it work for any command? What exactly makes it different from a dog whistle or a normal voice command? Or anything else that could help me so I know what exactly it does further than just making a sound.
Answers:
By reading the reviews, it sounds to me like it is hurting their ears and they are afraid of it. I do not care for shock collars or anything like that. I guess this is an alternative but it still sounds like the noise it makes hurts the dogs ears, the one guy said just by showing his dog the device it will listen , sounds a little harsh to me. Its like after beating the dog with newspaper if you show the dog newspaper it is going to be scared.
I would invest in dog school for the dog and yourself. this will help both of you out without hurting the other one. Good luck.
In my opinion thats totally unnessessary as is shock training which is also very cruel, training classes is all you need and your voice will work better than anything else, going to training classes will be good bonding for you and your dog and doing fun things with your dog will make it listen to you more.
!!!!!my goats horn just broke off it is really bleeding please help!!!!!?
My goat was playing with his sister and his horn broke off I am sooo scared it is really bleeding. Helpppp Pleassssssseee
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i'm sorry.
I don't know much about goats, but i know they have some big vessles in their horns. Do you have a vet that will treat goat emergencies. In the mean time try to apply pressure to control the bleeding. (a broken horn can open up the skull so sinuses are exposed that can lead to the brain). I hope you can get a vet.
Apply pressure and call your vet ASAP.
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why are you on yahoo if this is so serious? call an ambulence or whatever you goat owners call for goat emergencies!
Apply pressure, and apply styptic power liberally to the horn end.
Call your vet immediately if the powder doesn't stop the bleeding. Call your vet in the morning ( I don't know where you live but its midnight here) to get it looked at. I'm not a goat owner, but I'm pretty sure the horn will just grow back eventually.
See the links below
if you do not have a quick stop item such as styptic powder common baking flower can be used as a coagulant.
Apply liberally and it will help the bleeding stop.
I would recommend contacting a vet however.
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i'm sorry.
I don't know much about goats, but i know they have some big vessles in their horns. Do you have a vet that will treat goat emergencies. In the mean time try to apply pressure to control the bleeding. (a broken horn can open up the skull so sinuses are exposed that can lead to the brain). I hope you can get a vet.
Apply pressure and call your vet ASAP.
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why are you on yahoo if this is so serious? call an ambulence or whatever you goat owners call for goat emergencies!
Apply pressure, and apply styptic power liberally to the horn end.
Call your vet immediately if the powder doesn't stop the bleeding. Call your vet in the morning ( I don't know where you live but its midnight here) to get it looked at. I'm not a goat owner, but I'm pretty sure the horn will just grow back eventually.
See the links below
if you do not have a quick stop item such as styptic powder common baking flower can be used as a coagulant.
Apply liberally and it will help the bleeding stop.
I would recommend contacting a vet however.
A moth "splashed" me with this stuff that smelt like sweat?
Just now, a HUGE moth was in my room (probably about an inch and a half long). It flew up towards the light and hit against it really hard. As it did so, this, like, liquid splashed off it and onto my hand. It smelt very similar to sweat. It freaked me, so my brother (who was in there at the time) killed it. He smelt the tissue (I know, it sounds totally weird, but we were pretty worried about the whole liquid thing), and it smelt exactly the same as the liquid that splashed onto my hand.
What could it have been?
Thank you very much!
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Moth droppings. It's the same reaction you might have if suddenly frightened. At least the moth didn't have to change its pants. Shame you killed it.
Probably the guts of the moth. Just wash your hand.
What could it have been?
Thank you very much!
Answers:
Moth droppings. It's the same reaction you might have if suddenly frightened. At least the moth didn't have to change its pants. Shame you killed it.
Probably the guts of the moth. Just wash your hand.
A guide for rabbits?
I find myself the single parent of two nasty rabbits.
What is a good book about taking care of them so that they don't die on me and hopefully they'll become less mean with people?
I don't want to dump them in the animal shelter because they are so mean that they have zero chance of being adopted.
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Thank you for keeping these rabbits despite their ornery behavior. The world needs more people like you! For suggestions on dealing with rabbit misbehavior, I highly recommend the House Rabbit Society's FAQ on aggression at http://www.rabbit.org/faq/sections/aggre... .
For general information on rabbit care, there's nothing better than "The House Rabbit Handbook", which can be ordered from http://www.rabbit.org/care/drollery.html... and is also available from Borders and many other book stores. The House Rabbit Society, which wrote the House Rabbit Handbook and the aggression FAQ linked to above, sends out a quarterly journal to its members that's also chock full of helpful information. You can join the House Rabbit Society at http://www.rabbit.org/hrs-info/joining.h... (only $18 per year if you're in the United States and $25 per year if you live anywhere else).
While waiting for The House Rabbit Handbook and the House Rabbit Journal to arrive in your mail box, you may want to read some of the House Rabbit Society's excellent articles online at http://www.rabbit.org/care/index.html... .
One of the most important things you can do for your rabbits is have them spayed or neutered. This reduces hormonally-based aggressive behavior and assists with litter box training. There are also health benefits. HOWEVER, it's essential that the surgery be done by a veterinarian who has experience with rabbits. A list of rabbit-savvy vets in the United States can be found at http://www.rabbit.org/vets/vets.html... . If you're in any other country, use this link instead: http://www.rabbitvet.net/ .
Good luck, and please feel free to e-mail me if you have any other questions.
Rabbits for Dummies is a great book
http://www.amazon.com/rabbits-dummies-au...
The House Rabbit Society also puts out a great book. If you have a House Rabbit Society in your state, they can be a great resource. Most will hold free rabbit parenting classes which are very informative.
Try http://www.rabbit.org for some great info online.
Good Luck
Raising Better Rabbits and Cavies is a good book. I also recommend joining the ARBA they have many good articles on rabbits in their magazine Domestic Rabbits.
http://www.arba.net/pubs.htm
As far as feeding, it's best to stick to just the rabbit pellets and water and maybe a little timothy hay. Feed them just what they'll barely clean up in 24 hours and remove any stale feed.
As far as handling, you'll have better luck handling them after you get the rabbit out of the cage and set on a carpet on a table. Rabbit's are more territorial in their own cage.
Don't use too big of a cage. If the cage is too big they can become mean if they can get in a corner where you can't reach them. A 24" wide x 24" deep x 18" tall or 32" wide x 24" deep x 18" tall cage will work for most rabbit breeds except for the few largest breeds likc Checkered Giants, French Lops, and Flemish Giants.
Don't ever hit a rabbit. It only makes them meaner. Calm them by petting them on the forehead between the eyes. It helps put them in kind of a trance. It even calms really mean rabbits.
Make sure to keep the rabbit balanced when you pick it up. If the rabbit doesn't feel balanced it will scratch in and effort trying to gain balance. Also give the rabbit a place to hide by placing its head in your armpit when carrying it.
If you have more questions feel free to write me. I've been raising and showing rabbits for 25 years.
What is a good book about taking care of them so that they don't die on me and hopefully they'll become less mean with people?
I don't want to dump them in the animal shelter because they are so mean that they have zero chance of being adopted.
Answers:
Thank you for keeping these rabbits despite their ornery behavior. The world needs more people like you! For suggestions on dealing with rabbit misbehavior, I highly recommend the House Rabbit Society's FAQ on aggression at http://www.rabbit.org/faq/sections/aggre... .
For general information on rabbit care, there's nothing better than "The House Rabbit Handbook", which can be ordered from http://www.rabbit.org/care/drollery.html... and is also available from Borders and many other book stores. The House Rabbit Society, which wrote the House Rabbit Handbook and the aggression FAQ linked to above, sends out a quarterly journal to its members that's also chock full of helpful information. You can join the House Rabbit Society at http://www.rabbit.org/hrs-info/joining.h... (only $18 per year if you're in the United States and $25 per year if you live anywhere else).
While waiting for The House Rabbit Handbook and the House Rabbit Journal to arrive in your mail box, you may want to read some of the House Rabbit Society's excellent articles online at http://www.rabbit.org/care/index.html... .
One of the most important things you can do for your rabbits is have them spayed or neutered. This reduces hormonally-based aggressive behavior and assists with litter box training. There are also health benefits. HOWEVER, it's essential that the surgery be done by a veterinarian who has experience with rabbits. A list of rabbit-savvy vets in the United States can be found at http://www.rabbit.org/vets/vets.html... . If you're in any other country, use this link instead: http://www.rabbitvet.net/ .
Good luck, and please feel free to e-mail me if you have any other questions.
Rabbits for Dummies is a great book
http://www.amazon.com/rabbits-dummies-au...
The House Rabbit Society also puts out a great book. If you have a House Rabbit Society in your state, they can be a great resource. Most will hold free rabbit parenting classes which are very informative.
Try http://www.rabbit.org for some great info online.
Good Luck
Raising Better Rabbits and Cavies is a good book. I also recommend joining the ARBA they have many good articles on rabbits in their magazine Domestic Rabbits.
http://www.arba.net/pubs.htm
As far as feeding, it's best to stick to just the rabbit pellets and water and maybe a little timothy hay. Feed them just what they'll barely clean up in 24 hours and remove any stale feed.
As far as handling, you'll have better luck handling them after you get the rabbit out of the cage and set on a carpet on a table. Rabbit's are more territorial in their own cage.
Don't use too big of a cage. If the cage is too big they can become mean if they can get in a corner where you can't reach them. A 24" wide x 24" deep x 18" tall or 32" wide x 24" deep x 18" tall cage will work for most rabbit breeds except for the few largest breeds likc Checkered Giants, French Lops, and Flemish Giants.
Don't ever hit a rabbit. It only makes them meaner. Calm them by petting them on the forehead between the eyes. It helps put them in kind of a trance. It even calms really mean rabbits.
Make sure to keep the rabbit balanced when you pick it up. If the rabbit doesn't feel balanced it will scratch in and effort trying to gain balance. Also give the rabbit a place to hide by placing its head in your armpit when carrying it.
If you have more questions feel free to write me. I've been raising and showing rabbits for 25 years.
A good debate topic pertaining to to the animal world?
like...something to debate on cruelty against animals...
thanks
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How about dog fighting? It's being made more aware since that NFL player got caught. Pittbulls are nice dogs, if trained right and don't deserve this nasty cruel "sport". Too many beautiful dogs are killed or put to their death because some people think it';s entrtained to watch 2 dogs attack each other!
Maybe animal testing? It's been done before but it is constantly evolving; you just need to get the research done.
pet abuse
Vivasections. That is when they do experiement via surgery on animals while they are awake. It is as cruel as it sounds.
HOLY MOLY !
This would be some * HOT * material and some * EMOTIONAL* material.
I would pick a subject on which there is a SOLUTION and animal people can unite instead of fighting one another !
This means agreement, maybe not total agreement, and having a way a Bill or Act can be proposed and acted upon.
Personally, I would like to see our borders closed to imports of pets without a certification of health and a Microchip identification so the breeder can be traced. All these Mexican smuggled pets just really rile me.
so. WE NEED TO CLOSE THE BORDERS !!
I think ALL commericial, FOR profit kennels and repeat back-yard breeders that have :
either over 3 breeds (meaning 4) and
have more than 3 litters in 1 year...
Since there is a study about how often rabies needs to be given, the pups will have to go to carrying microchips. If the new owner has the new pet scanned in about 1 week's time, and buys one without a microchip, the pet must be returned to the breeder or have a verified chip mailed and implanted by the veterinarian.
1.) the breeders MUST be inspected by FDA, Agricultural Dept., or State inspector, etc., on surprise each year.
2.) they MUST have each cat, dog, and b*tch Photographed x 3 and DNA'd to prove parents of the pup if need be.
2 a. ) EACH pet MUST have a health certificate not more than 30 days old before the sale and EACH pet MUST have a microchip identifying the BREEDER and the BROKER.
3.) they MUST allow any registry such as AKC and UKC to inspect the kennels and the RECORDS yearly on surprise.
4.) If the registry they are using DOES NOT do inspection, the registry needs to give good reason as to why they refuse, and HIRE a representative from the State the commerical breeder is in.
5.) The commercial breeder, back-yard breeder, or Broker MUST take back the pet that is unwanted by the buyer, found in a shelter, or found in a rescue.
Evidence that this pet is NOT euthansized
-unless there are 2 veterinarians stating the health or behavior requires euthanasia -
MUST be presented to each inspector with photograph and microchip ID-
- along with information on any new home the pet is placed in.
Most ETHICAL and RESPONSIBLE breeders are going to do this anyway.
There is no way to Legally control or have the money to provide inspection on the person who irresponsibly allowed their female to be bred once.
Here's a page to get tons of info on cruelty.
http://www.aspca.org/site/pageserver?pag...
and...
This site has UNBELIEVABLE acts of cruelty that makes you question the "condition of mankind." Stories are resourced and followed:
http://www.pet-abuse.com/
and.
and Here's a GOOD discussion:
Are the animal protection laws and animal cruelty laws severe enough since humans committing animal cruelty have a strong propencity for committing human cruelty and murder?
Below is just the 'tip of the iceberg' in information.
http://www.ecosystem.co.za/huskyjustice/...
THE WHAT...
On 22 February 2007, Phillip Matthysen, a South African man reportedly killed his Husky puppy after it instinctively bit out at his parrot and killed it (News24.com, 19 June 2007). It was reported that along with an accomplice, he allegedly proceeded to hold the dog down and cut its head off with a chainsaw. Often, people committing similar hideous acts stand to walk free with little or no consequences - this site exists to help gather support to stop this from happening!
http://www.ecosystem.co.za/huskyjustice/...
The link between animal abuse and human violence
The following are links with more information about how animal abuse is linked to human violence:
An article written by a Husky Justice contributor
http://www.americanhumane.org/site/pages... me=nr_fact_sheets_link
http://www.animalsvoice.com/pages/writes...
Husky Justice
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
Mahatma Ghandi.
The link between animal abuse and human violence
^--^
Countless research studies have proven that someone who harms and animal will inevitably harm a human being at some stage too. In fact,
"A survey of pet-owning families with substantiated child abuse and neglect found that animals were abused in 88% of homes where child physical abuse was present".
This quote is taken from the American Humane Society website:
http://www.americanhumane. org/site/PageServer?pagena me=nr_fact_sheets_link
In addition, the majority of serial killers/criminal sociopaths first abused animals in the most gruesome manner before moving on to human beings. That is part of the reason why, in the US, animal cruelty is considered a serious offence and recognised as a felony, which means jail time if convicted. For more info, see:
http://www.animalsvoice.co m/PAGES/writes/editorial/f eatures/link/randour_link. html
The American FBI analyzed the lives of serial killers and discovered that virtually all of them, as children and teens, had killed or tortured animals.
Other research indicates consistent patterns of animal cruelty among perpetrators of wife abuse, child abuse and elder abuse.
Maltreatment of pets is often another way that abusers exert control over their victims.
Abusers may harm – or threaten to harm – an animal in order to intimidate, re-affirm their position of power in the household, or keep their partners from leaving.
By: Novavita, a Canadian group for the prevention of domestic violence. (http://blogher.org/node/19552)
Most animal murders will not commit sensational murders, but they have already taken a step on the path of violence.
Ground-breaking studies by psychiatrist Alan Felthous and others, indicate that many criminals that have been violent toward people share a common history of brutal parental punishment and cruelty to animals.
Yet, even today, it is not unusual to find school and judicial systems in which animal abuse is not taken seriously.
This is especially disturbing since animal abuse not only can portend the potential for violence against humans, but it also maybe an indication of a family in trouble now. Research bears this out.
Recently, Deviney, Dickert, and Lockwood studied 57 families being treated by New Jersey's Division of Youth and Family Services for incidents of child abuse.
In 88 percent of these families, animals in the home had also been abused, usually by the parent.
These findings are consistent with those of James Hutton who reviewed the animal cruelty reports for one community in England.
Of the 23 families with a history of animal abuse, 83 percent had been identified by human social service agencies as having children at risk of abuse or neglect.
By: Valley Oaks SPCA (http://blogher.org/node/19552)
thanks
Answers:
How about dog fighting? It's being made more aware since that NFL player got caught. Pittbulls are nice dogs, if trained right and don't deserve this nasty cruel "sport". Too many beautiful dogs are killed or put to their death because some people think it';s entrtained to watch 2 dogs attack each other!
Maybe animal testing? It's been done before but it is constantly evolving; you just need to get the research done.
pet abuse
Vivasections. That is when they do experiement via surgery on animals while they are awake. It is as cruel as it sounds.
HOLY MOLY !
This would be some * HOT * material and some * EMOTIONAL* material.
I would pick a subject on which there is a SOLUTION and animal people can unite instead of fighting one another !
This means agreement, maybe not total agreement, and having a way a Bill or Act can be proposed and acted upon.
Personally, I would like to see our borders closed to imports of pets without a certification of health and a Microchip identification so the breeder can be traced. All these Mexican smuggled pets just really rile me.
so. WE NEED TO CLOSE THE BORDERS !!
I think ALL commericial, FOR profit kennels and repeat back-yard breeders that have :
either over 3 breeds (meaning 4) and
have more than 3 litters in 1 year...
Since there is a study about how often rabies needs to be given, the pups will have to go to carrying microchips. If the new owner has the new pet scanned in about 1 week's time, and buys one without a microchip, the pet must be returned to the breeder or have a verified chip mailed and implanted by the veterinarian.
1.) the breeders MUST be inspected by FDA, Agricultural Dept., or State inspector, etc., on surprise each year.
2.) they MUST have each cat, dog, and b*tch Photographed x 3 and DNA'd to prove parents of the pup if need be.
2 a. ) EACH pet MUST have a health certificate not more than 30 days old before the sale and EACH pet MUST have a microchip identifying the BREEDER and the BROKER.
3.) they MUST allow any registry such as AKC and UKC to inspect the kennels and the RECORDS yearly on surprise.
4.) If the registry they are using DOES NOT do inspection, the registry needs to give good reason as to why they refuse, and HIRE a representative from the State the commerical breeder is in.
5.) The commercial breeder, back-yard breeder, or Broker MUST take back the pet that is unwanted by the buyer, found in a shelter, or found in a rescue.
Evidence that this pet is NOT euthansized
-unless there are 2 veterinarians stating the health or behavior requires euthanasia -
MUST be presented to each inspector with photograph and microchip ID-
- along with information on any new home the pet is placed in.
Most ETHICAL and RESPONSIBLE breeders are going to do this anyway.
There is no way to Legally control or have the money to provide inspection on the person who irresponsibly allowed their female to be bred once.
Here's a page to get tons of info on cruelty.
http://www.aspca.org/site/pageserver?pag...
and...
This site has UNBELIEVABLE acts of cruelty that makes you question the "condition of mankind." Stories are resourced and followed:
http://www.pet-abuse.com/
and.
and Here's a GOOD discussion:
Are the animal protection laws and animal cruelty laws severe enough since humans committing animal cruelty have a strong propencity for committing human cruelty and murder?
Below is just the 'tip of the iceberg' in information.
http://www.ecosystem.co.za/huskyjustice/...
THE WHAT...
On 22 February 2007, Phillip Matthysen, a South African man reportedly killed his Husky puppy after it instinctively bit out at his parrot and killed it (News24.com, 19 June 2007). It was reported that along with an accomplice, he allegedly proceeded to hold the dog down and cut its head off with a chainsaw. Often, people committing similar hideous acts stand to walk free with little or no consequences - this site exists to help gather support to stop this from happening!
http://www.ecosystem.co.za/huskyjustice/...
The link between animal abuse and human violence
The following are links with more information about how animal abuse is linked to human violence:
An article written by a Husky Justice contributor
http://www.americanhumane.org/site/pages... me=nr_fact_sheets_link
http://www.animalsvoice.com/pages/writes...
Husky Justice
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
Mahatma Ghandi.
The link between animal abuse and human violence
^--^
Countless research studies have proven that someone who harms and animal will inevitably harm a human being at some stage too. In fact,
"A survey of pet-owning families with substantiated child abuse and neglect found that animals were abused in 88% of homes where child physical abuse was present".
This quote is taken from the American Humane Society website:
http://www.americanhumane. org/site/PageServer?pagena me=nr_fact_sheets_link
In addition, the majority of serial killers/criminal sociopaths first abused animals in the most gruesome manner before moving on to human beings. That is part of the reason why, in the US, animal cruelty is considered a serious offence and recognised as a felony, which means jail time if convicted. For more info, see:
http://www.animalsvoice.co m/PAGES/writes/editorial/f eatures/link/randour_link. html
The American FBI analyzed the lives of serial killers and discovered that virtually all of them, as children and teens, had killed or tortured animals.
Other research indicates consistent patterns of animal cruelty among perpetrators of wife abuse, child abuse and elder abuse.
Maltreatment of pets is often another way that abusers exert control over their victims.
Abusers may harm – or threaten to harm – an animal in order to intimidate, re-affirm their position of power in the household, or keep their partners from leaving.
By: Novavita, a Canadian group for the prevention of domestic violence. (http://blogher.org/node/19552)
Most animal murders will not commit sensational murders, but they have already taken a step on the path of violence.
Ground-breaking studies by psychiatrist Alan Felthous and others, indicate that many criminals that have been violent toward people share a common history of brutal parental punishment and cruelty to animals.
Yet, even today, it is not unusual to find school and judicial systems in which animal abuse is not taken seriously.
This is especially disturbing since animal abuse not only can portend the potential for violence against humans, but it also maybe an indication of a family in trouble now. Research bears this out.
Recently, Deviney, Dickert, and Lockwood studied 57 families being treated by New Jersey's Division of Youth and Family Services for incidents of child abuse.
In 88 percent of these families, animals in the home had also been abused, usually by the parent.
These findings are consistent with those of James Hutton who reviewed the animal cruelty reports for one community in England.
Of the 23 families with a history of animal abuse, 83 percent had been identified by human social service agencies as having children at risk of abuse or neglect.
By: Valley Oaks SPCA (http://blogher.org/node/19552)
A friend of mine found something...?
I haven't seen it, but he's fairly certain it's either a frog or a toad. However, he said it's about the size of a dime. Apparently, it's grey with yellow spots. If it helps any, he's in Nebraska, and found it near a lake.
Most importantly, he needs to know what to feed it. However, if you can offer other suggestions as for care, that would be great.
Answers:
Most good pet shops sell small crickets, ask for "two day old" crickets, or buy flightless fruit flies. He also needs to use distilled water, frogs and toads are susceptible to toxins absorbed through the skin.
Visit the frog and toad message boards at www.kingsnake.com to get more details and better identification of your frog.
BTW%26lt; licking it would let him know how toxic the frog is, which would help in IDing it, but I wouldn't suggest it. Also, keeping it may be against the law and open him up to HUGE fines, and possibly jail time. I don't know the laws in Nebraska!
Hmmmm. suggestions for care? How about letting it go?
has he tried licking it? His body's reaction to that may help to identify what kind of frog or toad it is.
give it crickets, and place him in a box with moist soil. keep the soil moist and give him a little place to hide! this will work if he is a toad or a frog!
Why did he take the frog home? Usually frogs are found near lakes, toads don't need water like frogs do. Tell your friend to release this frog ASAP. Wild animals belong in the wild. If he wants a pet get one at the pet store so he can get the proper supplies and food. If the frog is injured, then get it to a vet that takes reptiles, or a local nature center.
DON'T LICK IT it could be poisionous
It sounds cute, I love frogs! I've kept lepard frogs b4 from tadpoles. Keep it in mostly soil, like someone else said, and give it alittle water too, because it probably lived in the water b4. Feed him flies, they should be small enough, to get some all you really have to do is get a fly strip and put it up some where were theres alot, u'll get plently then! Then when he gets older feed him crickets and grasshoppers and other bugs like that, I used to feed mine spiders from the basement, he loved them! You might also go to a local pet shop that has frogs and ask them what to feed it. Hope that helps.
x_Falling_star_x is correct. I don't care if I get a thumbs down for this, but what is taken from the wild should not be tamed. Toads or frogs are fine by themselves in the wild, taking it home is simply interfering with it. I understand how your friend feels about taking care of it and all. Even if it dies in the wild, it's a natural process (predator and prey). You can feed it some couple times, but don't hold it and visit it too much (tell that to your friend) or it'll lose its wildness and he'll tame it. Relying on humans are no good but if it is injured/hurt, fix that, then release it to the wild asap. Saying no to that and constraining it in your hold is kind of.. selfish.
Sounds like it is a toad. Tell your friend to set up a tank similar to a terrarium, with soil and plants and a small pool of water.Toads, unlike frogs do not live in water, but do require moisture. Misting the inside of the tank is helpful. There should be a pet store near you that sells what is called "pin crickets".They are really small, small enough for this little guy to eat.Good luck with the little guy! :>)
Most importantly, he needs to know what to feed it. However, if you can offer other suggestions as for care, that would be great.
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Most good pet shops sell small crickets, ask for "two day old" crickets, or buy flightless fruit flies. He also needs to use distilled water, frogs and toads are susceptible to toxins absorbed through the skin.
Visit the frog and toad message boards at www.kingsnake.com to get more details and better identification of your frog.
BTW%26lt; licking it would let him know how toxic the frog is, which would help in IDing it, but I wouldn't suggest it. Also, keeping it may be against the law and open him up to HUGE fines, and possibly jail time. I don't know the laws in Nebraska!
Hmmmm. suggestions for care? How about letting it go?
has he tried licking it? His body's reaction to that may help to identify what kind of frog or toad it is.
give it crickets, and place him in a box with moist soil. keep the soil moist and give him a little place to hide! this will work if he is a toad or a frog!
Why did he take the frog home? Usually frogs are found near lakes, toads don't need water like frogs do. Tell your friend to release this frog ASAP. Wild animals belong in the wild. If he wants a pet get one at the pet store so he can get the proper supplies and food. If the frog is injured, then get it to a vet that takes reptiles, or a local nature center.
DON'T LICK IT it could be poisionous
It sounds cute, I love frogs! I've kept lepard frogs b4 from tadpoles. Keep it in mostly soil, like someone else said, and give it alittle water too, because it probably lived in the water b4. Feed him flies, they should be small enough, to get some all you really have to do is get a fly strip and put it up some where were theres alot, u'll get plently then! Then when he gets older feed him crickets and grasshoppers and other bugs like that, I used to feed mine spiders from the basement, he loved them! You might also go to a local pet shop that has frogs and ask them what to feed it. Hope that helps.
x_Falling_star_x is correct. I don't care if I get a thumbs down for this, but what is taken from the wild should not be tamed. Toads or frogs are fine by themselves in the wild, taking it home is simply interfering with it. I understand how your friend feels about taking care of it and all. Even if it dies in the wild, it's a natural process (predator and prey). You can feed it some couple times, but don't hold it and visit it too much (tell that to your friend) or it'll lose its wildness and he'll tame it. Relying on humans are no good but if it is injured/hurt, fix that, then release it to the wild asap. Saying no to that and constraining it in your hold is kind of.. selfish.
Sounds like it is a toad. Tell your friend to set up a tank similar to a terrarium, with soil and plants and a small pool of water.Toads, unlike frogs do not live in water, but do require moisture. Misting the inside of the tank is helpful. There should be a pet store near you that sells what is called "pin crickets".They are really small, small enough for this little guy to eat.Good luck with the little guy! :>)
A career ?
for this question i would like answers from people that actually know and not people that are gussing because i tried to look up what i need but i cant really find alot on it because everything says something different so if anyone knows what degrees such a management (i know i need this Obviously) and anything else that i would need to own a zoo and not work in but actually own it.
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Try posting on the Zoology answers under Science %26 Math. They might have something for you.
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Try posting on the Zoology answers under Science %26 Math. They might have something for you.
8 week(almost 9 week old)bunny.?
Today i was out with the rabbits and i saw one of the female bunnies sniffing the grey bunnies ***.About 3 hours later i went out and the grey one attacked me none of the other bunnies did and im worried she might be pregnant.
We took them to the vets about 3 days ago and the vets think that there is one boy..the boy is going tomorrow.
Is it possible that he could have made the grey bunny pregnant?
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Absolutely! Bunnies multiply, well, like rabbits! They don't have to be very old, and it only takes one male one minute and you will be the mom to a few kits. You need to watch your young bunny, take her to the vet, or ask the vet if she is old enough or if it will cause her any problems. She may eat the young bunnies if she is too young when they are born, or they may be stillborn, but bunnies do it so well, you may end up with healthy bunnies. If so, you need to find homes for them right away or you will end up with a house full of rabbits again.
yes. any time you have a male around a female this can happen .
yes because they breed whenever they get the chance to. So it is possible that it might be pregnet. And they always protect themselves when they are pregnet so that could be the reason why u got attacked
i dont think so as rabbits tend to reach breeding age at 5/6 mths depending on the sex.they are getting to the age where they will fight over territory, especially males.i would split them up cos the more there is, the more they Will fight over space,that's more likely the reason it attacked,mine use to do it when i put my hand in to feed mum plus babies.
if the male organs of the rabbit are formed he might as well got her pregnant, rabbits are known for their way to multiply easily, take the female rabbit to the vet so that things will clear out instead of making assumptions because if she is pregnant them you must seperate them.
it is unlikly, but it is possible.
normally bucks genitals haven't dropped at such a young age, making it impossible for him to be able to reproduce, its normaly only around the 11 - 13 week that the males are able to reproduce, but that doesn't mean there aren't exceptions to the rule. however, you say your vet THINKS there is a male, if his genitals had dropped it would be obvious whether you had a boy or not, so you either have a bad vet, or he is generally too young to be able to reproduce.
the females however, are sexually viable from as little as 6 weeks old. they can be impregnated from anytime after this. so its more than likly that if you do have a pregnant bunny, she was caught by the father, rather than the other male you might have.
she is however far to young to breed, normally you shouldn't breed a rabbit until she is 6 months old, that way you know her bones are able to withstand the strain she will be put under.
i breed rabbits myself, and have fond that most rabbits don't become aggressive with their owners until around the 25 day of pregnancy mark, they will however be aggressive to the male rabbit within 24 hours of mating. so the fact that she attacked you, isn't likely to be from pregnancy hormones, more likely that she was scared, either by you, or by the other rabbits that she apparently lives with.
there is a possability that she maybe pregnant,but you will have only 30 days to find out!
good luck with that!
its a strong possibility that the female is pregnant... they usally only become aggressive when they are pregnant. your vet would know if it is pregnant. rabbits multiply like mad thats why people say the expression.. rabbits only have to be about this old to start having babies because they dont have to be very old at all.. so this is a strong possibility. id take her to ur local vets to get it confirmed.
We took them to the vets about 3 days ago and the vets think that there is one boy..the boy is going tomorrow.
Is it possible that he could have made the grey bunny pregnant?
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Absolutely! Bunnies multiply, well, like rabbits! They don't have to be very old, and it only takes one male one minute and you will be the mom to a few kits. You need to watch your young bunny, take her to the vet, or ask the vet if she is old enough or if it will cause her any problems. She may eat the young bunnies if she is too young when they are born, or they may be stillborn, but bunnies do it so well, you may end up with healthy bunnies. If so, you need to find homes for them right away or you will end up with a house full of rabbits again.
yes. any time you have a male around a female this can happen .
yes because they breed whenever they get the chance to. So it is possible that it might be pregnet. And they always protect themselves when they are pregnet so that could be the reason why u got attacked
i dont think so as rabbits tend to reach breeding age at 5/6 mths depending on the sex.they are getting to the age where they will fight over territory, especially males.i would split them up cos the more there is, the more they Will fight over space,that's more likely the reason it attacked,mine use to do it when i put my hand in to feed mum plus babies.
if the male organs of the rabbit are formed he might as well got her pregnant, rabbits are known for their way to multiply easily, take the female rabbit to the vet so that things will clear out instead of making assumptions because if she is pregnant them you must seperate them.
it is unlikly, but it is possible.
normally bucks genitals haven't dropped at such a young age, making it impossible for him to be able to reproduce, its normaly only around the 11 - 13 week that the males are able to reproduce, but that doesn't mean there aren't exceptions to the rule. however, you say your vet THINKS there is a male, if his genitals had dropped it would be obvious whether you had a boy or not, so you either have a bad vet, or he is generally too young to be able to reproduce.
the females however, are sexually viable from as little as 6 weeks old. they can be impregnated from anytime after this. so its more than likly that if you do have a pregnant bunny, she was caught by the father, rather than the other male you might have.
she is however far to young to breed, normally you shouldn't breed a rabbit until she is 6 months old, that way you know her bones are able to withstand the strain she will be put under.
i breed rabbits myself, and have fond that most rabbits don't become aggressive with their owners until around the 25 day of pregnancy mark, they will however be aggressive to the male rabbit within 24 hours of mating. so the fact that she attacked you, isn't likely to be from pregnancy hormones, more likely that she was scared, either by you, or by the other rabbits that she apparently lives with.
there is a possability that she maybe pregnant,but you will have only 30 days to find out!
good luck with that!
its a strong possibility that the female is pregnant... they usally only become aggressive when they are pregnant. your vet would know if it is pregnant. rabbits multiply like mad thats why people say the expression.. rabbits only have to be about this old to start having babies because they dont have to be very old at all.. so this is a strong possibility. id take her to ur local vets to get it confirmed.
50's Parade On a Horse (PLEASE HELP!)?
Hello , We have horses that we will be riding in a parade this coming up Saturday. The parade is 50's themed , %26 I don't know what I should wear / how to do my hair. My horse is a boy , %26 I'd like to have 2 colors , like black %26 white, or something to work with. I'm 15 %26 I just dont know what to wear or anything. Or where to get any clothes. It will be hot out though , so I can't wear longsleeves. And I cant wear skirts because I'll be on a horse. Any suggestions ? Thankyou !
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You could wear Capri's (or peddle pushers as they called them) and a 50s shirt with like a baby collar or something. A scarf around your neck. Your hair in a pony tail, with rolled socks and saddle shoes. It would be very cute! And you could pick whatever two colors you want.
pony tail, saddle shoes, capris, socks rolled downright above ankle bone. watch the movie grease and it would be cool if yougot ideas from it or dressed as a character from there like one of the pink ladies. it takes placce in 1959.
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You could wear Capri's (or peddle pushers as they called them) and a 50s shirt with like a baby collar or something. A scarf around your neck. Your hair in a pony tail, with rolled socks and saddle shoes. It would be very cute! And you could pick whatever two colors you want.
pony tail, saddle shoes, capris, socks rolled downright above ankle bone. watch the movie grease and it would be cool if yougot ideas from it or dressed as a character from there like one of the pink ladies. it takes placce in 1959.
4yr old spayed female ferret, bloated abdomen?
She has been losing weight, but seemed happy enough and eating and drinking normally. In the last week she has developed a really swollen abdomen. Shes quite lethargic and is having a problem getting around with her big tummy. Have taken her to the vet today, but he didnt seem to know what it might be other than to worm her. She also lives with her siblings 1 male, 1 female, who are both fine. Any clues anyone please?
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Worms are not common in ferrets and I echo the advice of seeking out a new vet. As mentioned there are many types of cancers that affect ferrets. Weight loss and lethargy can be associated with Insulinoma. Bloated abdomen can be associated with Cardiomyopathy, it can also indicate an enlarged spleen ... As you can see it's really impossible to diagnose over the internet and the best advice I can offer is seek out a ferret knowledgeable vet.
Here is a link to different ferret vets around the U.S.
http://www.ferretuniverse.com/vets/vetli...
Also, here is a great website that details many ferret illnesses.
http://www.miamiferret.org/fhc/...
Best wishes and prayers for your little one!
The vet should have done an x-ray to make sure that there are no masses, and checked for fluid in the abdomen. Since cancer is a problem in ferrets, and due to the age, you always have to think of that. The weight loss would point in that direction also.
I can't tell you what is wrong with your ferret (blockage??), but I can tell you that you need to call all the vets in the area to find another one. Don't try to find a "ferret-friendly" vet, find a "ferret-knowledgable" one. The new vet should give her an x-ray, if not an ultrasound to see if there is something blocking her intestines.
Ferrets are very prone to cancers. The symptoms you've described can be symptoms of various forms of cancer. I would strongly recommend you find another vet.
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Worms are not common in ferrets and I echo the advice of seeking out a new vet. As mentioned there are many types of cancers that affect ferrets. Weight loss and lethargy can be associated with Insulinoma. Bloated abdomen can be associated with Cardiomyopathy, it can also indicate an enlarged spleen ... As you can see it's really impossible to diagnose over the internet and the best advice I can offer is seek out a ferret knowledgeable vet.
Here is a link to different ferret vets around the U.S.
http://www.ferretuniverse.com/vets/vetli...
Also, here is a great website that details many ferret illnesses.
http://www.miamiferret.org/fhc/...
Best wishes and prayers for your little one!
The vet should have done an x-ray to make sure that there are no masses, and checked for fluid in the abdomen. Since cancer is a problem in ferrets, and due to the age, you always have to think of that. The weight loss would point in that direction also.
I can't tell you what is wrong with your ferret (blockage??), but I can tell you that you need to call all the vets in the area to find another one. Don't try to find a "ferret-friendly" vet, find a "ferret-knowledgable" one. The new vet should give her an x-ray, if not an ultrasound to see if there is something blocking her intestines.
Ferrets are very prone to cancers. The symptoms you've described can be symptoms of various forms of cancer. I would strongly recommend you find another vet.
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