Hi. I can help you with most friendship problems, family problems, etc., just nothing gross please. I can also answer pet questions... I have a cat and dog and have great experience with mice and hamsters. Don't forget about horses!
Member Since: February 2, 2006
Answers: 137
Last Update: August 12, 2007
Visitors: 10219
Main Categories:
Pets
Friendship
Random Weirdos
View All
Favorite Columnists
haloguy
fish34
|
| |
|
Are rawhide bones and stuff good for dogs? (link)
|
It depends.. The dog I have now (and the ones I have had in the past) get sick from them because they bite off chunks that are too big to digest properly. It's not the best type of chewing product for dogs, but I don't think it's as dangerous as people say it is. I think the key is just to keep a close eye on how the dog reacts to it.
|
|
My mouse just gave birth but shes eating the babies. What should I do? (link)
|
It's possible that this is her first litter. Inexperienced mothers tend to do this more often. I had a mouse that (unfortunately) devoured about half of her young. It's not really a rare event.
It's ok; it's natural. All you can do is let it happen. The mom may be detecting sickness (or etc.), so it's best to let nature take its course.
It's important not to handle the newborns; it usually makes conditions worse (your scent may encourage more neglect on the mother's part).
It's been a long time since I've bred mice, so I encourage you to research it more (for better detail).
|
|
My dog has been acting strange. She digs her nose in between her blanket inside of her cage, and has started licking herself 'down there' a lot. This behavior is the same as when she was pregnant when she was 8 months old. She is currently 3 years old. What's going on? (link)
| |
Something in that system could be irritating her, so take her to a vet.
|
almost a year ago i got a 3year old cot i was so happy but i was not there when my dad brought her home i came home week later to find my cat hateiing me loveing my dad i dont no wat to do because i really want her to like me any suggestions?
(link)
| |
If you try bonding with him/her and he/she still doesn't like you, it's probably just part of his/her personality to like certain people. Maybe he/she had a bad experience in the past with a person who looked similar to you. Just let the cat know that you want to be his/her friend. Talking to him/her helps a lot (yes I am talking about a cat). Your voice is comforting, wether your cat understands you or not.
|
|
i want to get a puppy who gets along well with people and other dogs because i have an older dog, too. i want it to maybe be a small dog and one that won't be outragously expensive because i am 14 and i would probably have to pay myself. any ideas on a type i could look into buying? thanks! (link)
|
Please look into your local pound/humane society for another dog. They have puppies there regularly, and adoption isn't too expensive.
Also, why not get an older dog? They have already grown into their size and personality (so what you see is what you get). With a puppy, you have a bit more of a restless little animal who needs attention all the time.
Anyway, do a dog a favor and give it a good home by adoption!
|
|
I'm taking my dog to get put down on Friday. She has cancer and is really sick. I've had her for 10 years and it's going to be really devastating. I don't know how I'm going to handle it. Has anyone else had a pet put down, how did you get over it? What's it going to feel like, no one close to me has ever died before! (link)
|
It is hard, and only you can figure out a way to handle it.
It's hard not having their physical presence with you anymore, I know.
There are good things that can help you. You know that she had a great life, and it sounds like you both share a great bond. It's her time, though. It's a shock but it will wear off over time... Time can heal your wounds, but only if you allow it. Just don't forget to be happy. I always choose to celebrate a life instead of mourn it. It's bittersweet in a way. She would want you to be happy, anyways.
Most likely you have others that love you and will help you though this sad time. Everything will turn out ok.
|
okay so about two weeks ago my cat starting having diheria. i got medicine for him and its not helping! he has horrible diheria and is vomiting. he doesn't hold his food at all! and whatever he does digest he gets diheria. he use to be very heavy now he is soo light. i need help, what could be possible wrong with him? he is turning 10 years old in august. he acts like a kittin and is obsessed with string. he doesnt act or look his age.
i need help with this. (link)
|
He is probably very sensitive to foods. My last cat was, so we had to give her a special diet. There are simplier foods for sensitive cats that your vet can recommend. But your cat may have something serious going on that only a vet can find out about.
I hope he gets better!
|
|
well i have another budgy question. one budgy will eat lots of the food, but the other white budy wont eat anything. even if you put the food around it, it'll be like theres nothing there. is it because i just bought it today? please can you answer, i really need the advice (link)
|
I know what a budgie is! Who-hoo! Haha
Most likely he/she is not eating because of stress. Let it get used to its new surroundings and don't handle it or its friend for a few days. Keep it in a quieter/less active part of your house.
He might also be sick, so look for other clear signs (you'll know because he won't look normal or be acting normal).
If he shows possible signs of sickness, or he still continues to not eat, see a vet.
|
|
ok my dad wasnt home so i snuck a reeses peanut butter cup, even though i wasnt supposed to have one and i dropped it and my dog ate it...is he going to die? please help me i am so scared right now...hes a wire fox terrior, 1 year old and weighs about 18-20 pounds if that helps...please help me danielle (link)
|
No he won't die. He probably won't even get sick. But look for signs, just in case-the first signs of poisoning are vomiting and diarrhea, increased urination, lethargy and depression, and muscle tremors.
So just watch him just in case. But after all, a peanut butter cup consists mostly of..peanut butter.
|
|
My dog is a mixed breed. He's rather tiny.. I'm just wondering how long do those kind of dogs last? He's healthy but I'm kind of worried that I'll lose him. He's 7 years old and apparently is having some hearing problems? (link)
|
Every dog has some problems. But that does not mean that he's gonna die soon.. loss of hearing is just a disorder.
Small dogs actually live longer than larger ones because their heart does not have to work so hard to circulate blood through their body (that's what I was told). It also does depend on genetics. Anyways, don't worry, the oldest small dogs can be almost around 20 years of age!
|
|
I have a ferret. He is so cute and I love him to bits. He's about 10 months old now, but all he likes to eat is his ferret food! He won't eat chicken or anything else! Should he be eating a more varied diet, other than his ferret food? If so, how do I get him to accept new foods? (link)
|
I believe that their diet can't be varied. They are carnivores, all they require is high amounts of meat-protein and fats. Don't feed him "anything else" in large quantities if it isn't meat. Ferrets have a sensitive digestive system so be careful (you can look up ferret diet info online).
If you are worried that your ferret isn't getting enough ferrety nutrition, you should just gradually switch to a better quality ferretfood.
Ferrets determine their food preferences during the first six months of life. Most likely your ferret won't want to accept new foods. But you can still try, feed it in gradually even if he doesn't eat it (he'll be getting used to the smell).
|
I have a new hamster. When she is on her wheel, it is really loud. It is keeping everyone up and I was wondering if there was anything I can do. I am going to try to find a different wheel, but I am not sure if there are any quiet ones out there. Does anyone know what I can do for right now, until I can find a new wheel?
Thanks! (link)
|
Oh I know!
Vegetable Oil. Put it where the wheel meets the stand. DO NOT use any other oil besides the kinds we use for food (vegetable oil, olive oil) because anything else could be toxic to your hamster.
And then there are those plastic wheels that don't have to be oiled every other week. This kind that I found also prevents your rodent from getting stuck between the bars: http://www.shop.com/op/~Super_Pet_Silent_Spinner_Regular-prod-14819326-21385446?sourceid=298
Check your local pet store. :)
|
|
My cat is in heat...what can I do to stop her from bleeding/cuming...or being in heta for less time? (link)
|
The only prevention is spaying your cat. You can't stop her from being like this, and I'm pretty sure you can't change anything (including how long she's in heat). All you can do is just make sure she's indoors and monitored to prevent any "accidents", although I stongly suggest you get her spayed because she'll be a better pet that way.
I found some websites on this: http://www.gmax.co.za/feel/pet/07/030722-pet.html http://www.thepetprofessor.com/articles/article.aspx?id=371
|
What's the rule of thumb for keeping oscars in a tank? Like.. how many gallons per oscar should you have for your aquarium.
Secondly, do they go well with red parrot cichlids? (link)
| |
You'll need 100 gallons per oscar if you want them to grow big and fat. HA. As for the cichlids, it may not be a good idea because oscars are agressive.
|
I've had a hamster before (when I was really young) and since have gotten into reptiles a lot, and have snakes and lizards and all that. So I'm pretty used to handling a lot of animals, (and, well, I wouldn't do something idiotic like holding a rodent before handling my snakes.)
I think rats are one of the most intelligent species of animals, and make great pets. I've always loved them, and I'd like to get a young rat. - I'm not sure how to take care of one, though. Are they OK in a regular cage? In a tank? Is taking care of a rat more complicated, or about the same as a hamster? If I do get one, I want it to have a full life. How long do they usually live?
I tried looking info up on these guys but everything was contradictory, depending where I got it from. Thanks for anyone who helps, and please - no comments on rats and snakes being "gross! eww!!!11oneone!!". They're really nice animals and beautiful creatures.
(link)
|
(First of all I agree with you about rats and snakes being really nice)...
Rats are pretty much the same as hamsters. Although they can live in a tank, I think that a cage would be better because it allows more air to pass through and you need a big cage anyway (a big cage is easier to clean than a big tank). Just make sure to put it in a good place because rats stink a bit more than hamsters!
A normal rat life, depending on it's genetics, will live for about 2-3 years. You can get really nice ones from rat breeders that might be more healthy and friendly than the ones in normal pet stores. I also reccomend getting 2 rats to keep eachother company if you won't be handling yours 24/7.
|
|
Okay well i have 2 dwarf hamsters. male and female. i have to do a project on them at school but i need more info. do you know of anything. thanx for the help (link)
| |
Uh oh, I sure hope you put the male and female in seperate cages. If you didn't, you have a project right there- the birth and development of baby hamsters! (If that happens, or if you actually want to breed them, ask me anything- it's so easy to take care of the babies, etc.).
|
I NEED A HORSE!!!! i love horses and i really want one.my friens tory got a horse last summer. my mom said its a posibility to get one.i was dreaming every night about having a horse after that.they havent said anything about it and win i bring horses up they allways change the subject.im sorry of making this so long but i am in need of your help.
we also need more money.can i get money out of my UGMA account(uniform gift to minor account)?
so my question is, how can i get my mom to buy me a horse?
NOte: i no how much responability they are and how expencive they are so dont mention that please. (link)
|
I know you don't like to hear it but it's just cold reality that horses are expensive, and that's probably why your parents are shunning the possibility. It would be really nice to have a horse though! I suggest leasing a horse.
Maybe you could make a deal with someone (that doesn't have as much time to ride/give attention to their horse) and help them out by taking care of their horse... Maybe ask your friend to share the horse with you if possible.
And maybe you could just hang around or work at a stable just to be with horses if all else fails. If you get a small job like that then you could start saving money and gaining even more horse knowledge so in the future you can get a horse!
|
|
Omg, my dog got skunked! I got home from dance and me and my mom found out she got skunked after my dad let her outside. From the looks of it, she got sprayed right in the face, and she's pacing around, because she doesn't know what to do. It smells more like rotten onions rather than a skunk. Me and my mom could smell the skunk when we got home. I feel so bad for her. We don't know what to do. Is there anything we can do. We're going to try to get her a bath at Petsmart as soon as possible, so don't suggest a bath, it's already being done. Ok thanks!!!! (link)
| |
I have used this product, like a shampoo, that gets rid of the smell. My dog has been skunked a total of 2 times and my mom used something from the local pet store- it worked! You should browse a Petco sometime and find something (sorry, I don't know the name of it). Hopefully, if this was the first time your dog was sprayed, he/she will learn the lesson and not get involved with skunks anymore.
|
|
my hamster is 2 years old and i feed her salad every 3rd or 4th day, i noticed yesterday that she has a small bald spot on her back, it seems as if shes losing fur. whats happening to her? (link)
| |
There is a small chance that she has some problems. Sometimes they loose fur and nothing happens. She may be grooming that area too much, it's happened with my hamsters. One hamster will make the other one have bald spots sometimes! I don't think it's serious. You can ask a vet or look it up online if you are still curious.
|
My hamster died.:( I had him for like 2 years. Thats not the point though. I was thinking about gettting another animal but I dont know what. Cats,dogs,rabbits and any reptiles are just not going to work...should I just get another hamster but that seems like I am just replacing it. Got any suggestions?I love ferrets but I don't have the money for them.
I rate 5!!!!
Thanks
ps this isn't Britt but she knows I am using it.
(link)
| |
You should feel free to give any sort of pet a home. If you want another hamster, I think it's fine. I NEVER think of it as "replacing" an animal that has passed away- I think of it as giving another animal a home. Hope this helps.
|
|