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Dog started having panic attack like symptoms and struggling to walk as if drunk
it's currently late in the evening and we won't be able to get my dog to a vet right away. My dog wasn't acting strangely today, but all of a sudden she struggled to get up. When she did, she could ...
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My 30lb Catahoula ripped open a pack of instant yeast
My 11-month-old Catahoula pit ripped open a pack of dry instant sourdough yeast. I got the packet before he ingested any of it but I think a small amount definitely got in his tongue. Should I be ...
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Why my 7-year-old dog barks when I leave home while when my parents leave he doesn’t bark? [closed]
I own a 7-year-old Jack Russell and since he was a puppy he started to bark every time I was leaving; it may seem like “usual” behaviour but it gets strange because when my parents or my sister also ...
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Is an Australian Wolf Spider bite dangerous, particularly to small dogs?
In my backyard I have started to discover more and more, what appears to be "Wolf Spiders" - I know there are many many species of these, so for reference, my location is Western Australia.
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Large dog lays down when eating. Should I feed in an elevated bowl and which is riskier for bloat?
So I have a German Shepherd/Doberman mix. Big dog that weighs about 85 pounds (around 40 kg). Not fat but large and energetic (vets says for his size he is good).
He has been eating laying down since ...
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Maxidex Eye Drops use in dogs - safe or just ineffective if stored below recommended temperatures?
Our dog had a red/bloodshot eye and we were prescribed Maxidex (dexamethasone) eye drops for our dog.
The first two times we used them they were stored at room temperature (bottle just store below 25°...
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My dog ate a cricket, is that bad?
My dog is a cross between labrador and retriever and I estimate he weighs around 40 kgs and he's 1 year and 9 months old. My dog loves chasing crickets, especially because they jump, and in end, he ...
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Toy suggestion for dog that tears apart fabric/rope toys
I have a Rhodesian ridgeback/boxer mix and he loves to tear apart toys. He'll hold the toy in his paws and rip them apart using his front teeth. However, I don't want him eating stuff like rope ...
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My dog ate small beef pieces that were cooked with onions. Is he poisoned?
My dog ate small pieces of beef that had been cooked with onions (seasoned) when I looked away from my kitchen table. He's a small poodle (~ 5 kg), body length is around 50 cm, give or take.
I'm ...
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Does my dog need boots for winter?
Winter will be early in my country this year. I have Labrador that is going to be one year old by then. And during extreme cold, temperature may fall below 10 degrees Celsius, but no snowing. I have ...
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What do I do if my dog inhaled dog shampoo?
My dog inhaled dog shampoo, at first she was making noises, but over time they started disappearing. But now she makes tiny little noises from time to time; it's been 4-5 hours since that incident, ...
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My cats drink from our swimming pool
My cats (three kittens) like to drink from our swimming pool, which is filled with a lot of chlorine. This has been going on for a a pretty long time, and even though I provide a huge bowl of fresh ...
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Galliprant & enrofloxacin
Can I give galliprant and enrofloxacin to my 9.8 pound dog. She has a sensitive stomach. I gave her pepcid AC 1hour before enrofloxacin 8:30pm. Its 9:34pm. Is it ok to give her the galliprant. She ...
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My dog keeps biting his feet and now he is missing hair, his feet are red, and he has bumps
We had our dog for at least 2-3 years now, and he started doing this at least a year ago:
When I last took him to the vet, they just assumed irritation and that’s it. I’m getting so scared and ...
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Parasitic worm from dog?
Last evening I found two small white worms crawling frantically across my white comforter on my bed attempting to burrow into it.. this after my roommate’s dog slept on my bed leaving copious amounts ...
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Is it safe to put lavender oil on my dog's skin? If so, how should I dilute it?
Is it safe to put lavender oil on my dog's skin? If so, please tell me the best way to dilute it to help fight fleas. I use advantage plus and want something extra and heard it repels fleas.
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My puppy at some dish soap mixed with water, is she OK/ what should I do/ what will happen (symptoms)?
My puppy ate some dish soap mixed with water in the form of bubbles, is she ok or what are the symptoms of this?
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What could happen if my 3 year old boxer does not reproduce?
I have a 3 year old male boxer and, as for now, I still have not found him a partner to reproduce with.
Could there be negative consequences of it?
What is the upper limit of time duration of the ...
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Is it healthy for newborn puppies to live on direct land?
My dog Jamie (no breed) had 4 puppies on July 8th. They haven't opened their eyes as of yet.
Prior to this,
Jamie dug a hole in the ground in the yard and there she gave birth to her puppies.
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What are the potential risks (to the dog) from having a child ride it like a pony?
Important note - the dog is huge (Newfie-Bernese-Poodle) and the child is small (< 30 pounds). Also, the dog has a very mild temperament, is familiar with the child (same household,) and has proven ...
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Flea treatment toxicity when mixing flea treatment with shampoo?
I just bathed my dog with sergeants skip-flea & tick shampoo with 0.10% permethrin and 0.50% piperonyl butoxide, technical. My dad then proceeded to almost immediately after apply another flea ...
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Is it right to have puppies locked?
We found 4 orphaned puppies which are 1-2 month old. We built a small home for them with water inside it.
During the time 9 pm- 7 am, no one can keep an eye on them and they wander around so we ...
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What things can help keep stray dogs warm?
It is cold in India. Stray dogs literally shake while sleeping. I do not have enough blankets for them. What other things can Insulate cold air? Can paper do it? If not, what other things can be used? ...
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How long can a dog stay outside on a 95 °F (35 °C) day safely?
How long could you keep a medium sized, brown, healthy, 2 years old dog outside in full sun without water on a 95 °F (35 °C) day without risking sunburn/heatstroke/etc.?
Clarify from comment posted ...
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My 2 month old puppy bit me. He hasn't gotten any vaccines yet, is it dangerous?
I was carrying him and talking to him and he suddenly bit me in my face. My 2 month old puppy hasn't gotten any vaccines yet. He just turned two months old last Saturday. Is it dangerous? Thanks. My ...
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What are most important recommendations for choosing clothing for my dog? [duplicate]
What are most important recommendations for choosing clothing for my dog? What pets costumes store would you recommend?
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Should dogs eat out of raised or non-raised bowls?
I recently had a dog that we had to put to sleep because of his stomach flipping (on peteducation.com you could learn more about this subject).
I have been reading into many different causes and ...
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is redwood decorative bark mulch stained black bad for dogs?
So, we want to add medium size redwood bark pieces (mulch) around our yard at the flower beds. We have a 3mo. old German Shepherd pup.
Landscaper suggested black, but we are concerned that this is ...
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Are store-bought biscuits harmful for dogs?
I have a lot of stray dogs in my street. I would like to give them something to eat everyday. I don't have a lot of money (as I am a student), so giving them dog food is not possible.
My questions are
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Is it healthy for dogs to wear clothes like humans can?
Is it healthy for dogs to wear clothes like humans can? I am concerned of an animals welfare when they are wearing clothes made for pets. If it is/isn't healthy what are the benefits and disadvantages/...
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Why does my dog get excited and go crazy when I touch the leash?
Why does my dog get excited and go crazy when I touch the leash? My dog is a 2 year old french bull dog mix, however, he is generally lazy (sluggish or sleepy). However, the thing that makes him ...
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My dog is bleeding day and night
My dog has been bleeding day and night, and was wondering what could be causing this? She seems to be bleeding from her private part of her body. My dog is and red nose pit bull (female). She is very ...
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What should I do if my chihuahua licked some chocolate?
My chihuahua licked some chocolate from a 41g dark chocolate bar. She licked/ate a really small amount and though I can't tell how many grams it was, it seems that it should have been less than 5 ...
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Why is zinc oxide bad for dogs?
This answer to applying sunscreen to dogs says that you shouldn't apply human sunscreen to them because it contains zinc oxide and that's bad for dogs. What about it is bad, and what would happen if a ...
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Is filtered water healthy for dogs?
Is filtered water (Brita filters, etc.) healthy for dogs? If so, what are the risks? I know that some owners give their dogs unfiltered water, e.g. from the sink. I was also going to give my dog some ...
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Can I feed a dog cooked meat or fish that is a week old?
Sometimes I have cooked meat or fish in my refrigerator that is a week old. Is this food safe to feed to a dog without reheating? Is it safe to feed to a dog after reheating?
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Will my pet get sick drinking from the toilet?
Many houses have a room with a large white bowl that is regularly refilled with fresh water. The door is open unless the room is occupied. The bowl holds much more water than any water dish. Unlike ...
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Why all the safety concerns regarding topical flea products?
I don't use topical flea products on my cats or dogs. I worry about using a pesticide that is absorbed systemically. This is just my own personal concerns and not intended to alarm people.
I was ...
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Should I be concerned that my puppy is chewing on fallen leaves?
I have two 13 week old puppies who have a playpen that is partially shaded by a star magnolia tree. Winter is coming and the tree is starting to lose its leaves. I sometimes see the puppies chewing on ...
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What are the risks of leaving a dog unattended in the car?
I see a fair number of people in my area leaving their dogs in the car while they eat at a restaurant.
This doesn't strike me as a particularly safe or healthy practice.
Aside from expected ...
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Can I use human medicine on dogs?
Sometimes our doctor advises us to use to use human medicines for our dogs. For example, when my sister's Labrador was small, the doctor advised us to administer children's syrup for stomach disorder. ...
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Is it safe for a dog to drink water from a stream?
We have a small stream that cuts through our yard. The dog enjoys drinking from it frequently, even when he has a source of fresh water (from the kitchen sink) nearby.
Is it safe? If not, is there a ...
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