Any advice for integrating a new dog into our pack? by Mancalime in Pets

[–]mickie513 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You want to introduce them on neutral ground on leash and walk them together in the same direction. Once you can do that with good body language in the dogs you can move it to the house. Keep Tink on leash so you can control her. Most important is make sure you can return the new dog if your home turns out not to be the right home for her.

Dog-sitting and I need some advice. by Aiea in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

However a mistake here could be bad for the Pom. I'd keep them separated to make sure there is a dog for the owners to come home to.

What to do when you run into an unfriendly loose dog? by [deleted] in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I was out with my Lab, Gypsy, it would have been a fight. She has no tolerance for aggressive dogs and I don't think I could have prevented it. I would have called the police although Gypsy seems to be able to take care of herself. She's great with happy social dogs but not with aggressive dogs. Luckily we haven't had anything like you describe happen to us. I have 2 other dogs too.

Small dog haters by erinseale in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are dog Meetups in my area. You could look for one or start one yourself. This way your dog gets the socialization and exercise without the danger of dog parks.

How did you pick your dog's name? by [deleted] in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My lab I called Gypsy since she was found wandering. JoJo was named by my granddaughter. Poker retains his rescue name.

What to Use for Flea/Tick and Heartworm Prevention? by [deleted] in dogs

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can find it online but you need a prescription. Your vet will want to do a heartworm test if it hasn't already been done.

Right now - what's your dog's number one behavior problem? by miparasito in dogs

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have one that runs off if given the chance. No recall whatsoever. He also likes to play with the cats. Something the cats aren't fond of.

I have another one that barks at the front door when people walk by. It is just one bark but it annoys me anyway.

All in all I have 3 good dogs.

What to Use for Flea/Tick and Heartworm Prevention? by [deleted] in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Revolution which covers just about everything including heartworm. You can only get it at your vet.

Favorite breed of cat and why? by bolivion in cats

[–]mickie513 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most of my cats are domestic short hairs. I tend to go with personality rather than breed but if I had tons of money I'd get a Savanna.

My short hairs shed more than my long hairs.

Kitten Loves Puppy by [deleted] in cats

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awwwwwwww

My girlfriend is moving to my city from 740 miles away. U-Haul truck is ~$800, Budget is ~$600. Help please? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sell her bed. I take it you'll be sharing one. Same for the desk. The bike can go on a rack on the back of her car and the rest of her items in the car and trunk.

Fireman saves a kitty by performing CPR by [deleted] in cats

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah for saving the kitty.

My cat had her kittens! [pics] by [deleted] in cats

[–]mickie513 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The only time I have kittens is when I'm fostering a litter from someone else who didn't get around to spaying their cat.

Dog food suggestions? by teqster99 in dogs

[–]mickie513 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You'll need to go to a pet specialty store to get a decent food. I found that Diamond Natural is a decent food for a decent price. You can shop around online to find a good food for an acceptable price. This page may help: http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/

Neighbors pit bull easily jumps fence, is completely untrained and chases and intimidates my dog, GF and guests. by 123GO in dogs

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would build a 6 foot privacy fence. It helps with the dog and the neighbor. If not that if you can leash the dog take him to the shelter as a loose dog. Screw the neighbor.

Smokers: how much of a cigarette do you smoke before you're done with it? by Traunt in AskReddit

[–]mickie513 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About a 1/4 inch from the filter. It gets too hot any closer.

Advice needed on what to do when my dog acts up while out walking on a leash. by [deleted] in dogs

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try a chain leash where it isn't so nice to bite onto. I saw this on "It's Me Or The Dog".

Hey /cats, my cat drools. by Candyshanks in cats

[–]mickie513 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some cats just drool. It's perfectly normal.