Solution for an IV
I am looking to be able to make my own solution for giving an IV to my cats when they become dehydrated. Can anyone help?
View ArticleRE: What is Wrong with my German Shepherd? by Patty
It sounds to me like he might have some allergies. Food allergies are the easiest to find. I would try him on some food that doesn't have corn in it. You might also check him for fleas. Some dogs...
View ArticleRE: What to use to clean out a dogs ears is vinegar or peroxide ok? by Patty
I would not use any of the above. You can use baby oil or mineral oil to clean out ears.
View ArticleRE: How to retrain my 1 year old puppy.??? by Patty
I suggest that you go back to square 1 and start training her again as if she is a puppy. There is no way of knowing why she reverted, but this is the best way of retraining her. Good luck!
View ArticleRE: How to retrain my 1 year old puppy.??? by Patty
Sorry! also meant to say, have her checked for a uri.
View ArticleRE: Tick bite by Patty
If you have some rubbing alcohol, just put some on the tick and it will kill it and drop off. If you don't have any, just take som tweezers and grab the tick as close to the skin as you can, trying to...
View ArticleRE: How to stop a dog from biting by Patty
First, is this a grown dog or a puppy? If it is a puppy and it bites, you need to say "no" very loudly and turn around and leave the room. He will soon learn that you will not let him bite. If it is...
View ArticleRE: I am a foster mom for kittens and just received an ... by Patty
Sadly, some kittens born with no tail do have these problems. I recommend taking him to the vet and getting an x-ray taken. They will be able to tell you more from this.
View ArticleRE: Feeding new born pups by Patty
If these are newly born, then they need to be either drinking from their mom, or if she isn't available, then they need to be on milk replacement. You can buy it in Walmart or a pet store.
View ArticleRE: Can a dog's stomach flip from too much stomach gas from eating garbage by...
Not normally. If a dog bloats, it is usually caused by them gulping air into their stomach. It can happen in any number of ways.
View ArticleRE: DOgs Sense Mood Change by Patty
Yes, dogs and some cats also, do sense your mood. Not sure how they do it, other than they are deeply intune with their master.
View ArticleRE: How to run a stud service for dogs by Patty
I'm not sure what breed of dog you are wanting to use as a stud, but most breeders will want him tested for any genetic problems and have hips/knee's OFA'd. Also, he probably will have to have some...
View ArticleRE: How do you tell if your cats pregnant? by Patty
About 3 weeks after they have mated, you can check her nipples and if they are bubble gum pink, then she is pregnant.
View ArticleRE: How old are male dogs when they stop breeding by Patty
Male dogs can breed up to their death! That isn't to say that they will be fertile, but the urge never leaves them.
View ArticleRE: Dog gives birth by Patty
puppies should start looking for the nipple a few minutes after birth. You need to weigh them each day to make sure that they are gaining and that the bigger ones don't keep the little runt away from...
View ArticleRE: My pittbull had an upset stomach for 2 days. Now she won't eat. Any...
You need to get her to the vet. She might be bloating!
View ArticleRE: Cats.is it unusual for a cat to find its way back home from 12 miles...
No, it is not unusual. It is also not unusual for them to find their way back months later. I had a cat come back home after being lost for 9 months!
View ArticleRE: Cats Living Together by Patty
Sometimes it can take months before cats learn to live together. Your best bet is to keep them separated for now and everyone once in a while let them out together as long as you are there to...
View ArticleRE: Cats spraying by Patty
Cats can spray for various reasons. Has something changed in your house? New cat, dog, new people etc?Neutered pets usually don't spray, but some do. There are feliway sprays available that sometimes...
View ArticleRE: Stray cat microchipped??? by Patty
You can take it to a vet or to an animal shelter. Either of them will have a scanner and will be able to tell you if it is chipped or not.
View ArticleRE: What can I use to stifen my dollies the old fashion way? by Patty
You can use sugar water to stiffen it. Do a search for a recipe.
View ArticleRE: What can I use to stifen my dollies the old fashion way? by Patty
Here you go. http://reviews.ebay.com/STIFFENING-SOLUTION-FOR-CROCHET-WORK_W0QQugidZ10000000001569022
View ArticleRE: Kittens by Patty
yes, depending on their color pattern, they can have white stripes.
View ArticleRE: How old? by Patty
You can usually tell when they are first born, but sometimes it can be hard and you have to wait until they are about 3-4 weeks old. Even us breeders sometimes have a hard time telling the sexes.
View ArticleRE: I want my cat to have kittens once whats the best age? by Patty
Please don't breed your cat for this reason! There are thousands of cats/kittens in shelters and this is one of the reasons.
View ArticleRE: At What Age Can My Male Kitten Breed? by Patty
Males have been known to breed as early as 5 or 6 months old. Please don't let him breed! People think that breeding cats are easy and that nothing will go wrong. This is not what breeding is like,...
View ArticleRE: What should i do when my cat gives birth? should i move her somewhere or...
The other poster gave you very good advice. I always move my queens about 2 weeks before they are due, into the room that I want them to give birth in. I provide the birthing box and am always there...
View ArticleRE: How to introduce your kitten to your senior cat by Patty
You should always quarentee any new cats brought into your home if you have existing ones. Put the new kitten in his own room and keep the door closed. Your other cat will be able to smell the new...
View ArticleRE: Cat's swollen eye help? by Patty
He really should be seen by a vet. You don't say how long ago he was hit. Cats don't show pain, and this could be very painful to him. Please take him to the vet.
View ArticleRE: I have a dog and a cat and it has become quite ... by Patty
It depends on the type of insurance you get. Some of them will cover well check visits. You just need to do some research.
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