How much food should a golden retriever be getting?

By milkbone Posted in #4 - Golden Retriever / 8 Comments »
Golden Retriever
gdogbert2 questioned:


Golden Retriever
Overweight
9 years ancient
Fed Iam’s Senior/Weight Control
What alternative snack do they like that are healthy, so to satisfy my dad and grandmother who evidently MUST give treats… sigh

I want to start feeding him in smaller parts, multiple times a day if necessary in hopes to trick him that he’s full, but ultimately cutting down the overall amount. And also to help solve the problem that my dad MUST feed him every time he goes near his bowl. Is this a excellent thought?

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How can you tell if your mini dachshund is pregnant?

By milkbone Posted in #7 - Dachshund / 7 Comments »
Dachshund
msflightattendant questioned:


I have a boy and girl dachshund. He doesn’t hump her anymore and I squeeze her nipples and I see milk. Does this mean she is pregnant? How can I tell without going to a dr.?

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What the difference btw a miniature dachshund and a regular dachshund?

By milkbone Posted in #7 - Dachshund / 9 Comments »
Dachshund
ikj questioned:


Ive been looking into adopting a dachshund lately but i noticed theres such thing as a miniature one too! What is the difference in size? Do they look like puppies forever? Can anyone tell me some of the differnces btw the two thank you : )

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How do you get rid of german shepherd odor?

By milkbone Posted in #3 - German Shepherd / 10 Comments »
German Shepherd
Kelly S questioned:


Our one year ancient german shepherd has a really terrible odor. It smells like he’s been rolling around in poop all day. It’s coming from his coat. It stays on your hands after you pet him too. Is there anything we can do to get him smelling better???
Correction: he’s 2 years ancient now.

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How often should I take my golden retriever to the groomer?

By milkbone Posted in #4 - Golden Retriever / 3 Comments »
Golden Retriever
E questioned:


I just took my 1 yr. ancient golden retriever to the groomer for the first time yesterday. He got the full service package from Petsmart (washed, dried, brushed, ears cleaned, nails clipped, and hair trimming). I do his regular teeth and brushing, and I also bathe him every couple of weeks. When should he need to go to the groomer again? The most vital thing he went for was to get trimmed because his hair gets so long and shaggy.

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Does my Golden Retriever Loses apettite when she is on heat?

By milkbone Posted in #4 - Golden Retriever / 3 Comments »
Golden Retriever
jessica T questioned:


My Golden Retriever is lately on heat for the 1st time, she usually has a fantastic appetite but now she would hardly eat and loss a lot of
weight..? Is it Normal?

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Name for new male labrador retriever puppy?

By milkbone Posted in #1 - Labrador Retriever / 17 Comments »
Labrador Retriever
katetotalk questioned:


I need name suggestions for a new male, yellow labrador retriever. Our chocolate lab is named Simon.

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What breed would be a good companion for my German Short-haired Pointer?

German Small Haired Pointer
Sabrina questioned:

I have a 1 and a half year ancient female German small-haired pointer. She’s very energetic and playful but can get lonely sometimes. What breed of dog would be a excellent playmate for her? and would she get along with a male or another female better? Would it be better to get a puppy or dog the same age as her to avoid any ‘bullying’?

thanks for your answers.

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boxer dog and cat

By milkbone Posted in #6 - Boxer / 25 Comments »
rsvaughanie questioned:


Boxer dog trying to attack cat in plastic bag, amusing!!!!

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How often will my female chihuahua have her heat cycle?

By milkbone Posted in Chihuahua #12 / 9 Comments »
Chihuahua
Bodhi questioned:


I have a 1 year and 5 month ancient chihuahua who had her first heat cycle, I believe, near the beginning of this year. (She would have been about 9-11 months ancient. A late bloomer.) As I recall, everything went “normal” as far as what was to be expected. I don’t know if she should have had another heat cycle though. I’ve heard some dogs have them only once a year. I realize it’s only been 6-8 months but I am just really careful with her. I know it should be expected anytime now or quite possibly not til next year depending on how she is. And I know I should have her fixed. I’ve been asking questions a/b my dog on here for months and months. Last September, we took her in to get spayed and she nearly died because of an unforseeable medical condition with her liver in which the anesthesia could not and still cannot be processed regularly. So that option is out. Our only hope is to keep a close eye on her as she grows up. So my question is still, should I be worried?
Yes, we are always VERY careful with her as there are some male dogs in the complex. We have told the owners that she will have heat conditions, therefor it would be best to stay away at those times. We haven’t seen any of the regular signs yet with her (bleeding, swelling, constant cleaning) which is why I was a bit worried. I would reckon if something were incorrect, she would have been acting differently but she’s perfectly normal.
Yeah, um, Dave? Try reading all the question first. We can’t have her spayed…

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