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Last Answer : Bathe the dog more frequently during flea season. Use a natural shampoo made for dogs. Purchase diatomaceous earth, food grade only, and sprinkle around the house especially the dog's bed and outside in ... works too and keeps ticks away too. Check our article "Natural Flea Remedies" for more ideas.

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Last Answer : While your Maltese may not have fleas, it sounds as though the scratching is allergy related, especially this time of year. It would be best if you can get her to a vet and check it out. Things you ... help, The scratching won't stop immediately, it will take a week or 2 if the cause is allergies.

Description : My puppy is lethargic after being out in the yard today. Yesterday we had treated the yard with insecticide. Are there any home remedies I can use to help her. We cannot afford a vet. Any suggestions would be helpful.

Last Answer : Before administering any home remedy, immediately call your Poison Control Center. The information you should give them is which poison was ingested, when it was ingested, how much, and symptoms. I would ... equal parts of white vinegar and dish soap. Works wonders and is not dangerous to animals.

Description : My dogs seem to be hungry all the time lately. Do they need more food in the winter? I have a pug that tends to be on the heavy side and I don't want to feed her more than necessary. What should I do?

Last Answer : Most dogs are chow hounds and will eat all day if we let them. But they do need a bit more food in winter because they use more energy to generate body heat. Supplement your dog's diet with protein ... dog's activity, health and age. Cut back on the food if she's adding on those unwanted pounds.

Description : I want to dye my white pekingnese with black stripes so he look like a zebra for Halloween...is this legal/ morally right to do?

Last Answer : It may be legal, but I personally don't think it's moral. Although dye manufacturers may claim their products are safe for pets, you don't know what your pet's reaction to the ... when necessary and brushing regularly, are much more beautiful than artificial colors which may harm your pet.

Description : Just about one month after my dog had his right rear leg amputated he is now seemingly depressed and has some random difficulties breathing is it going to take him longer to recover as he is 11 years old I heard upwards of 6 months to a year

Last Answer : Is your dog on any pain meds such as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories)? They can sometimes cause dogs to pant excessively or have breathing problems. Does your dog have allergies? What is the ... out metastasis. In any case, your dog should be seen by a vet before the problem escalates.

Description : I've seen some pink poodles around the neighborhood. It seems to be really in lately. Is it safe for the dogs?

Last Answer : Absolutely not! There are no hair dyes made specifically for dogs. Any hair dyes used contain toxins that can cause skin problems such as burns, allergic reactions. Dogs lick their fur and will ingest the ... - it's a thing of beauty when properly cared for and nature's colors are just right.

Description : I've seen some pink poodles around the neighborhood. It seems to be really in lately. Is it safe for the dogs?

Last Answer : If you get the right dye and do it right it can be safe. But if you do it the wrong way it can really harm them. It's like dying your hair for humans. :)

Description : I really don't want to use a lot of chemicals on my dogs. I've only seen one or two fleas on them. Are their any home remedies that really work?

Last Answer : Bathe your dogs using a gentle citrus scented shampoo. Use a flea comb daily. Wash pet's bedding and toys and vacuum floors, furniture and carpet often. Empty bag after each use, wrapping the contents ... when using oils as they are usually safe for dogs, but cats can be very sensitive to them.

Description : My dog had puppies a few weeks ago. How old should the puppies be when they get their colars?

Last Answer : whatever age really. We stated to use ours when she was weaned.

Description : My dog had puppies a few weeks ago. At the beginning, she was a good mom. Now she doesn't seem to want to be bothered with her puppies. What can I do to get her to take care of them? Is there something that I should do to take care of them myself?

Last Answer : Some dogs have pups too young and don't know how to care for them. Make sure mother and pups are in an area that is warm and without much traffic. Bedding should be comfortable and bed should provide ... mom to have them nurse. You may have to take care of the pups yourself if mom still refuses.

Description : We are re-doing our garden. We're making sure that we don't get any harmful plants. What plants do dogs actually like?

Last Answer : The ASPCA has lists of hundreds of plants, both toxic and non-toxic to dogs. To give you an idea of some plants that won't harm your dog, here goes: African violet, Begonia, Boston ... , Jade Plant, Bottlebrush, Christmas cactus, Rhododendron, Hydrangea, Hibiscus, Lily of the Valley and loads more.

Description : What happens on 'Take your dog to Work' Day - are you legally allowed to bring your pet dog to work?

Last Answer : Take Your Dog to Work Day had its start in 1996 in the United Kingdom and June, 1999 in the United States. It was created by Pet Sitters International. Canada, Australlia and New Zealand participate as well ... . The idea behind the Day is to encourage non-dog owners to adopt a dog from a shelter.

Description : I sometimes see cars go by with dogs looking out of open windows. Is this safe?

Last Answer : Dogs like to stick their heads out of the windows of moving cars as they can pick up very interesting scents. However if a dog sees something that s/he can't resist, the dog will jump out of the ... seatbelt and keep the window open just enough for the dog's snout to be able to smell the outdoors.

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Last Answer : Grapes and raisins are among the foods that are toxic to dogs. They can cause kidney failure. It doesn't matter which type of grape, they are all toxic. Raisins appear to be more toxic due to being ... be a fungus or mold. If you think your dog has eaten grapes or raisins, call your vet immediately.

Description : Is it safe to give my dog the bones from the soup?

Last Answer : Only raw soup bones are okay to give your dog. Cooking the bones can make them brittle and littles pieces can break off posing many dangers for your dog. Be aware that the marrow in the bones ... , remove the bone. If you have multiple dogs, keep them separated when chewing bones to avoid fights.

Description : There are a few doggie daycares in my area. They all seem good. What should I look for so that I can pick the best one?

Last Answer : Here are some things to look for in a doggie daycare facility: *It should be clean with no urine or feces odor *It should be licensed where required. *The staff should be experienced and have a good knowledge ... happy. And of course, you must abide by the rules of the daycare center as well. .

Description : Every summer we get inundated with fleas. I worry that all the chemicals that we use will affect our pets' health. What is the best and least invasive way to deal with fleas?

Last Answer : I can empathize as we have a flea and tick invasion in the warm months. One of my dogs developed ehrllichiosis from a tick bite, so I do use Frontline Plus for her, but very ... effective one for your pet.Always follow directions carefully as pets can have reactions to natural products too.

Description : I've read that large breeds don't stop growing until they reach 2-years-old. Should I be giving my Mastiff puppy food until he reaches 2 or do I stop with the puppy food when she is one year old?

Last Answer : You can stop the puppy food at one year old. Gradually introduce the new food by mixing, adding a bit more of the new every couple of days. And yes, it's true, large breeds reach their full growth at 2-2 1/2 years old.

Description : We just adopted a 6-week-old puppy. She gets into everything. She loves to dig in our yard and makes a complete mess of herself. Can I give her a proper bath, or is she too young?

Last Answer : Six weeks old is about the right time to introduce your puppy to a bath. But I would wait until she is more settled in the house beforehand so as not to frighten her. You can brush her or use doggy ... a soft towel. Keep the pup warm and take her out only when you are sure she is thoroughly dry.