Dogs and Puppies

snowprincess1313 asked:


I have a 5.5 month old samoyed puppy. She is fairly well trained, although a bit stubborn, and plays very well with other dogs. She also loves all people. Next week we are going to a friend’s house for spring break (only staying one night) and they have two cats. One is a neutered male somewhere between 2 and 6 years old (I’m not sure), and the other is an unspayed female between 1 and 5 years old.
The only time my puppy has seen cats was at the vets office, when she saw them in crates recovering from operations. She barked and growled at them then, so I don’t know how she’ll respond to seeing a normal, alert cat. She does have a hunting instinct toward small animals (she’s killed a few mice in the backyard) but she is still friendly toward very small dogs. The cats have never lived with dogs. Can you please give me some tips on introducing the puppy to the cats? Thanks in advance.
I’d rather not keep them seperated because I eventually plan on getting a cat. Otherwise, thanks for the answers so far!

Megan M asked:


My 10 week old boxer puppy will attack any other puppy or dog that I pet. He is already a big puppy and I can’t control him very easily. He is not entirely unteachable though, I did teach him to sit very easily. I don’t want him to hurt me or any other dogs! Help!

Mal asked:


I put my 6 month old puppy in her crate while I am gone at work. She is only in her crate for about 4 hours at a time before someone else gets home to let her out. Her crate is only big enough for her to stand up and move around a little. Its the size the vet recommended so im sure its not too big. I have tried giving her treats in her crate and thats just not working. I let her out before and after I put her in the crate. I know its not her fault yet but I just dont want her to have to sit in her pee while I am gone. After she pees in her crate I clean it out really well. I know pet stores sell sprays to keep puppies from chewing on things but do they sell a spray to make puppies not want to pee in their crates? She does have a sheet in her crate I dont want to have to take it out but I think that may be part of the reason she is peeing in there.
She is a dachshund puppy. I have had her for a little over a month. She does not seem to have any other issues and has been to the vet at least 2 times since I have gotten her. I was told that 4 hours should not be too long for her to hold it. She does not have any water in her crate only a treat.

BNKsMomma asked:


I just bought a Lhasa Poo puppy. He is eight weeks old. I’ve only had him for 3 days and I’ve been wiping around his eyes, mouth, bottom, etc. with baby wipes, but I was wondering at what age did you all start actually bathing your puppy and how often should you do it? Also, does anyone know of the best brand of puppy shampoo? I want something gentle but effective.

Thanks for all your help!

E H asked:


I have two puppy yorkies a 9 month female and 6 month male. She just went into heat, he doesn’t seem interested in her, which is good. I plan to breed her at 24 months, not right now. Is he too puppy to be interested in her, he seem to be ignoring her while other dogs are barking at her, does that mean he is to puppy to be interested. Should I be seperating them. I am neutering him, but scheduled later in the month.

aquitaine2004 asked:


I want to adopt a dog but I’m not sure which kind would be best to get…I live in an apartment so I would want a relatively small dog and I work full time so the dog/dogs would be left at home for eight hours at a time for possibly three times a week.

sadgirl asked:


I have 3 children ages 5, 10 and 14. They have been wanting a dog for years but we said no until we had out own house. Now we do. If someone could please help me pick a breed that is not nippy with kids and can be potty trained please. I do not need a puppy I am glad to get an older dog… Thanks!

cchsdramachick asked:


One of my dogs has some social issues. She barks at the door bell, people and other dogs. She’s is very sweet to me though. Now we found a stray dog in our yard one day and had to help it. So now we have two and our first dog won’t get along with the stray dog. And we can’t give the stray dog away because no one will take him. If anyone has any advice on what I should do please help. It would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hallie asked:


I take my dog everywhere in the car with me, which has led me to worry, what happens to your dog if you get in a car accident? What happens to her if you’re unconcious but the dog is fine? What happens if your dog is hurt? Do they take her to the emergency vet? Is it your responsibility to get her to the vet if you’re fine? Is there an official policy for paramedics about this? Is there anything I can do to make sure my dog isn’t left to die?
I didn’t mean to seem like I’m freaking out, I just can’t find anyone who actually know what happens. Everyone I have asked says, “Good question… I assume they do something for the dog?” I want an answer from someone who knows exactly what happens, not just a guess.

Lizzie Y asked:


I’m planning to ship my dog from Malaysia to Canada this august. My dog is a 3 yrs old shih tzu. Has anyone ship their dog/cats from Malaysia to other countries before? What are the procedures/costs involved?
My dog is a really timid and pampered dog and I don’t know if he can cope with a stressful flight. So, I wish i can get some agency to arrange a pleasant flight for my dog to ensure that he is safe and healthy throughout the flight.

Please help!