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Feeding guidelines

Please advise what the recommended feeding is for a 3 to 4 year old male lab

Started by Becci Nov. 18, 2008.

annoying habit

My dog has started to hump dogs in the park. Any ideas on how I can keep her from doing this?

Started by SA Oct. 25, 2008.

Dog way to fat 3 Replies

what is the best way to go about helping my dog lose weight...he is an 8 year old yellow lab and weighs around 120 pounds...I try to take him walking but he is hard for me to handle...I only out we...

Started by HellCatF6F. Last reply by j Oct. 19, 2008.

mother 3 Replies

Hi Dr. Weiss. My mother recently moved in with me and since I'm out at the office most of the week, I was thinking about getting her a furry companion to spend more time with. What kinds of dogs ar...

Started by Bill. Last reply by j Oct. 19, 2008.

Older dogs 3 Replies

Hi Dr.Weiss, I have two older dogs, both 12. One was recently diagnosed with advanced bone cancer. The problem is they have rarely ever been apart. Recently, due to weekly vet visits, they have fac...

Started by perdie. Last reply by j Oct. 19, 2008.

Diffrent States, Countries, Vets?? I need Some Help here..Please!

My Mom lives in Italy and just adopted a small dog after a horrifieing abuse. The puppy and only one of her sibilings survived after her mommy was poisoned..She is very tiny, we don't know the bree...

Started by Ellie Oct. 18, 2008.

puppies and young children

Dr. Weiss, What are your thoughts on placing puppies in homes with small children (toddler-3yrs)? Thank you, Rennie

Started by Rennie savage Oct. 17, 2008.

New Addition

I was thinking about adopting a new puppy, but my 12 year old yorkshire terrier doesn't really get along with other dogs and will often get aggressive and nip at others. I'm assuming it was because...

Started by Amanda Oct. 17, 2008.

Different tastes in dogs 1 Reply

My boyfriend and I hope to get a dog sometime in the next year, but our tastes seem to be different. He wants a long haired golden retreiver and I want a small to medium sized short haired dog. I a...

Started by Brianne. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Very hyper dog 1 Reply

My husband and I rescued a dog from someone who didn't want her because he said he couldn't afford to feed her. She has been a great dog so far but she is so excited when we let her out of her crat...

Tagged: excited, crazy, down, jump, Hyper

Started by Kristel Rabideau. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Looking for a dog 2 Replies

I am really looking to get a dog for my family.. But i really want an older dog but thats great with children.. i have 2 nephews who are 2 and 4.. Is there a certain breed thats best for little kid...

Started by Jamie. Last reply by Jamie Oct. 17, 2008.

Puppy or adult? 1 Reply

I am asbsolutely nuts for dogs. Soon I will finally have my own home with my boyfriend and we are eagerly awaiting the day we can have dogs of our own. We definitely would like to have 2, so they h...

Started by Tara. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Meet Your Match Personalities 1 Reply

I was just looking on the ASPCA website about the Meet Your Match program. SUCH FUN! Now, I'm wondering what feline-ality my cat would have and what kind of canine-ality I'm looking for in a dog!! ...

Started by Shelly Moskowitz. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Apartment Dog 2 Replies

I was wondering, if you want to get a dog for a 2 bedroom apartment, would ir be a good idea to also have a cat in the same apartment or should you just have one animal because of the limited space?

Started by Aileen O'Brien. Last reply by Aileen O'Brien Oct. 17, 2008.

Gosh, I want a dog 3 Replies

Hi Dr. Weiss! I have two cats. They're extremely shy around new people. When I adopted my second cat, both of them took about 2 weeks to adapt. While, they still have little fights, they get along ...

Started by Amy. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Kids, Dogs, and Cats 3 Replies

Hi Dr. Weiss! I'm so glad I was able to stop by and ask you a question. I have a 2-year-old daughter and an adult cat. The two of them get along great! My toddler is very gentle with the cat. When...

Started by Shelly Moskowitz. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

high-energy dog, lazy(ish) person 3 Replies

Hi Dr. Weiss! I'm really attracted to border collies and Australian shepherds, and would like to get one, but worry that I might not be a good mom for these dogs. I live in the city and am good ab...

Started by Miss Carrie. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.

Small Apartment 3 Replies

Hi, Dr. Weiss. What dog would make a good fit for a small city apartment? Can you even have a dog in a studio apt? Thanks!

Started by Elyse Orecchio. Last reply by Dr. Emily Weiss Oct. 17, 2008.