Live Chat With Dr.Lander: Winter Safety Tips Feb. 6, 2009 12-2 EST

My dog is having problems

My dog is having symptons, that makes her tummy very noisey and it scares her to death and she runs to me to hold her, the noise is very loud, you would not believe it, I do not know if she is in pai…

Started by LaVonneAnderson Aug 17.

pretty pets

hi, i wanna know what animals you can keep in florida as pets that are like sugar gliders. sugar gliders are cute but i dont like feeding bugs and sugar gliders + them as a pet = lots of room =no sp…

Tagged: inches, six, 6", pretty, pets

Started by rachelrrox Jul 13.

Vaccines 7 Replies

Hi,My Border Collie is 14 we be together since she was 6 months she hase been getting vaccinated since then, ,rabies,parvo,distemperand corona.My ? is can i stop them now,hasn't she build up ummune f…

Started by ken. Last reply by Ester Nino Feb 27.

Helping suffering dogs on chains 1 Reply

Please will someone tell me how to help this dog I saw in Dothan Alabama. I am a visitor from Spokane Wa. My email is lindsayweidman@yahoo.com or call 334-375-4696 help me please

Started by Lindsay Weidman. Last reply by Ester Nino Feb 27.

Rabies Re Education & Modifying that law

I think people needs to be reeducated against Rabies. People seem to think that Dogs carriers rabies. That's why they freak out when they get bitten and unvaccinated dogs from rabies sometimes have t…

Started by Ester Nino Feb 27.

heart worms 5 Replies

If my dog lives indoors and only goes outside to go to the bathroom or to somewhere with me how important is it he be treated for heartworms?

Started by Kelly. Last reply by scpck Feb 9.

Traveling with animals 2 Replies

Hi, I'm currently living in Israel during the school year, as much husband is studying here. This past summer, we took a stray cat into our home (after a trip to the vet, of course!) and he has becom…

Started by Albertcat. Last reply by Katia Feb 8.

lack of exercise for my dog 6 Replies

Peaches doesn't get enough exercise especially in winter. I'm I can't take her walking, even on a leash because of the stupid "dangerous dog" laws. (She would lick someone to death!) I'm disabled and…

Started by Jane Scroggins. Last reply by Maddie Feb 7.

Feral Cats in Winter 1 Reply

HI Dr. Lander, What can I do to help my neighborhood's stray cat's during the winter? Thank you, Michele

Started by Michele Farbman. Last reply by Mel Feb 7.

Cat confusion 1 Reply

Hello, I asked the vet the last time Mr. Boots was in, 2 weeks ago, for his appointment, about this question. Why does he push, really, with his paws, his water dish, ceramic, from the spot next to h…

Started by Tamara M. Smith. Last reply by Louisa Solano Feb 6.

rat/small animals

I cannot find a veteranarian that see's rats. Do you know of any that you would recommend? I wanted to get my rat echo fixed, but i cant find a vet. also, why is my cavalier king charles spaniel gett…

Started by Brianna Feb 6.

Winter Safety 2 Replies

Another question about winter and dog paws. So far, I have found no booties that fit well enough to even consider purchasing. Can dogs get frostbite on their pads? Would it look like little back dots…

Started by Kathy. Last reply by Louisa Solano Feb 6.

Question from Brandy 2 Replies

every winter my cat pulls all her hair out in globs all over the house is there a weather related reason?

Started by Elyse Orecchio. Last reply by marty Feb 6.

In cold weather 17 Replies

In cold weather in san francisco should I add extra blankets to my cat's bed and portable carrier on wheels Marty Harris and clemmie marie E Mail: mands71@aol.com

Started by marty. Last reply by marty Feb 6.

Winter Shelter: What kind of shelter is appropriate in below freezing temperatures? 4 Replies

I think this is a good time to discuss Shelter for animals...Dogs, Cats, Horses, and even livestock. At what point do these animals require shelter and what types of shelter are suitable? Thanks!

Started by Kelly. Last reply by Dr. Jennifer Lander Feb 6.

Dogs eating snow 1 Reply

Is there anything to be concerned about dogs eating snow? My dog will run like a nut outside and then stop to grab some snow. In the winter it's like her toy. Instead of a ball in her mouth she eats…

Started by Char. Last reply by Dr. Jennifer Lander Feb 6.

My Dog hates the Cold

Dr. Lander, My dog hates cold weather and resists going outside for walks when it's snowed or is freezing out, but he needs exercise. Is there any way that I can make it more comfortable for him to g…

Started by Michele Farbman Feb 6.

Hot Blanket

Hello Dr. Lander, Is it okay to let my kitty curl up with a heating pad or electric blanket? Thanks! Best, M-A

Started by M-A Feb 6.

Elderly Pets in Winter

Another question, Dr. Lander, What can we do to make our older pets more comfortable in the winter?

Started by Michele Farbman Feb 6.

coats

I'm just coming into this discussion, but I don't see this question up there yet. I apologize if it's already been asked. We've had some cold spells down here in NC lately...it was 17 degrees last ni…

Started by Jessica Feb 6.