Live Chat with Dr. Stephanie LaFarge

rabbit peeing blood

I am so sad. I had to take my Fuzzy to the ASPCA because I could not afford to take her to the vet. Fuzzy was a dwarf or dwarf mix rabbit. I saw alot of blood in her cage and in her pee. This happe... Continue

Started by Sendosha Mar 15

My cat zoey
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Zoey carries stuffed animals around the house. She brings them to me. She is 1 1/2 years old. She had a litter around 2 1/2 years ago. I had her fixed 1 year ago. When she scruffs the stuffed anima... Continue

Started by Joy. Last reply by Cynthia Feb 16.

Neglected Dog

My parents have a 12 year old neglected dog - Tiger. Tiger lives in India. Other than getting fed daily he is pretty much neglected; he is tied on a leash in one of the back rooms. Tiger is an ado... Continue

Started by Sebastian Feb 13

Can you teach an adult dog to play?

I was adopted by a mature Akita/Chow Mix last July. She is very well trained, gets along with cats, other dogs, kids. etc. She doesn't bark, will not take food from kids, not even treats. The vet t... Continue

Started by debie2000 Feb 10

saw ahit and run

I had a cat named petry and one night he was outside after 10pm he was across the street playing with another cat he saw me and started across the street he got hit and went under a bush i talked t... Continue

Tagged: i, do, guilt, can, death

Started by susan Feb 10

Rabbit

I got snuggles about 1 yr ago and im not sure what he went though . they was going to either let him loose or have there father kill him for food . well i took him But everyday i try and hold him o... Continue

Started by Tammy Feb 9

SEPARATION ANXIETY
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I was just wondering. Penalope (dachshund) is my daughter's dog. She is very much attached to me and me to her. If my daughter moves out and takes Penalope with her, will she be sad, because I know... Continue

Started by Hippie Chick Ronnie. Last reply by Hippie Chick Ronnie Feb 8.

hi
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How can I convince my parents to keep my 2 dogs inside the house during cold weather? Are dogs smarter than humans?

Started by Emmanuel. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

ANIMAL WELFARE
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I'd love to have you as a guest on my LIVE radio show in the near future if you are available...when you get a chance check out http://www.blogtalkradio.com/stationbreak. My last show was on the fu... Continue

Started by Hippie Chick Ronnie. Last reply by Hippie Chick Ronnie Feb 8.

Bereavement Counseling
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Hi Dr. Lafarge, I have been thinking of becoming a volunteer--something that involves offering support to people, but that also involves animals. What background or training is necessary to become... Continue

Started by Miriam. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

When animals die close together
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What's behind the fact that sometimes animals who love one another die within a very short span of time? I've seen it happen myself - my mother put one cat to sleep and her other cat died THREE DAY... Continue

Started by Max Zander. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

Moving in together
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Thanks for being here, doctor. :-) My boyfriend and I are planning to move in together. I'd be bringing two 7-year-old healthy cats, and he'll bring a 4-year-old healthy one. We both get along wit... Continue

Started by Tricia. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

Fear and Protective Instincts
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My dog is a two year old female pitbull mix. I had to put her companion to sleep a couple months ago, and we both mourned deeply and have since made peace. However, Bella looked to her companion fo... Continue

Started by Kristin. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

How can I make this training easier?

I've been trying to train my puppy Sage to be crate trained and house broke. She was doing well on the house breaking but suddenly stopped. She is constanly having accidents in the same cornor of t... Continue

Started by Toni Yarbrough Feb 8

I think my cat's bond with her feline brother and her humans saved her life
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Hi! This question is from me :) Last year, my cat had surgery and was very weak afterward. It looked like she wasn't going to make it, and the vet wanted to keep her in the hospital a few more days... Continue

Started by Elyse Orecchio. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

My Mom says I am trying to fill a void.....
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Hi Dr. Farge! I have to ask this question that has been lingering in the back of my mind and I think I could finally let it go if I hear the answer from you. I am a happily married, 38-year-old wom... Continue

Started by Lynda. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

My dogs and my new spouse (from Ashley)
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Hello, this question is from Ashley...thanks! In a few months I will be getting married. I have two wonderful labs (5 & 6 years of age) who will be moving with me to our new home. How can I he... Continue

Started by Elyse Orecchio. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

My dog vs my dad
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I use to live with my mom and dad when my dog was just a puppy. Of course it just happen to be the time that my dog is going through her chewing stage. She also had a very bad habit of jumping on t... Continue

Started by Jeni Ann. Last reply by Jeni Ann Feb 8.

Question from Kelly
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Hi Dr. LaFarge, this is from a member who could not make the chat: My sister's husband does not care for their dogs - he did when they were young but now he has changed. He is constantly picking f... Continue

Started by Elyse Orecchio. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.

fear
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I have a 17 month old F Mastiff. She was very well socialized ( dog park, Petsmart etc..) so I thought but has always been a scaredy dog. Fear & anxiety is turning into aggression. What can I do?

Started by DawnDawn. Last reply by Dr. Stephanie LaFarge Feb 8.