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Updated Jul 29, 2010

Q: New Puppy Potty Training    —Sherman, IL

"We just got a new puppy (8 weeks old) and I'm looking for suggestions on ways to potty train her. Anyone that can gi..."

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I completely agree with all the other advice you have recieved but have one thing to add. Use a "trigger" word. Every time you take your puppy outside use a word l...

I am just laughing over here, because I am in the same boat as you right now, with a 9 week old puppy, and a 29 month old son. I definitely think the puppy will be tra...

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Q: Help!! My Dog Stinks!!    —Ottawa, IL

"I have an 8 year old lab mix who is a part of our family and we love her dearly. About 4 months ago we did some test..."

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I have had this problem and our vet has given us Ketoconazole and Cyclosporin and shampoo (Dermazole) As long as we keep her on this med. her hair comes back in and t...

Hi, J., This will probably sound way-out, but I havea friend who had a smelly dog, and she began giving him Shaklee's Alfalfa tabs daily, and the smell was gone by 3 ...

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Q: Seeking Suggestions on Housebreaking Beagle Puppy    —Waukegan, IL

"I just got a baby girl beagle;she is a little over two months old. This is my first dog and I really don't know how t..."

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We would always take the puppy outside after they eat to get them used to that and then we got them on a schedule of different times to take them out other than after ...

Hey C., I have two beagles of my own and had 1 beagle prior to the two I currently have! I have had my fill of beagles! First of all, you have to know that beagles ...

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Q: Going Out of Town What to Do with Dog?    —Richardson, TX

"Hi, First of all thank you in advance to all that reply! What do you do with your dog when you go on vacation? We a..."

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If your mother is comfortable taking care of him for two weeks, then I would leave him with her. He won't starve himself. He will be sad and a bit depressed for a wh...

CHeck to see if there is a Petsmart PetsHotel in your area. Before I had my daughter, my pug was my BABY. THe thought of bringing him to a kennel for even the after br...

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Q: Another Question About Kittens!    —Boulder, CO

"Hi All, OK, we have these kittens, they're so cute, the whole fam loves them. They had the run of the house and were ..."

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C., Cats handle the outdoors fairly well in the winter. I grew up on a farm and my father didn't allow any animals in the house. The cats did fine outside. As long ...

First of all, they are just fine outside, as long as you make sure they are vaccinated yearly and dewormed at least every couple of months. If they turn out to be mou...

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Q: Where Do I Take My Cat?    —Gardner, KS

"we are going on a vacation for 10 days and do not want to leave our cat home by himself but do not want to spend alot..."

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Maybe find a house sitter--maybe a college age neighbor or close friends daughter/son to stay at home and be company for the cat!!

If you live in Northeast OK he can come stay with us, we love kitties.

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Q: The Puppy That Hates Grooming    —Columbus, OH

"I have a new puppy who happens to have long fur and could be beautiful, but hates to be groomed. Is there a good way..."

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Our old dog was a lhasa apso. He was crazy at first about getting groomed, so I set him up in our laundry room. I bought a cheap bathroom rug (with no-slip backing) ...

Remember to keep a quiet voice and move slowly so your puppy does not get startled. I would suggest brush for just a few minutes then pet and play then brush again. ...

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Q: Can Anyone Recommend Place to Have My Long-haired Kitty Groomed?    —Saint Louis, MO

"I live in the Rock Hill area (close to Kirkwood, Glendale and Webster Groves). I am looking for a nice place to have..."

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Hi, although you could go to Kennelwood Village, they are a little pricey but do have the 'no shed' technology. But I really like a small place on Watson Road across ...

You might call this vet: http://www.stlouiscatclinic.com/ for a recommendation. I have been seeing this vet at this cat only vet for many years. ~L.

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Q: Looking for Dog Groomer near Gardner    —Gardner, KS

"We have a 2 year old, outside dog that needs a good summer cut. Roxy is a black lab/border collie mix. We got her l..."

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tammy is the very best groomer! she's been grooming for something like 25 years, i think. her cell is###-###-####. she's in olathe ....i promise, you'll be very happy ...

Gardner Animal Hospital is AWESOME! They have a wonderful staff and do great work. Phone ####-###-####. Address: 945 E. Santa Fe, Gardner.

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Q: My Cats Have Fleas!!!!    —Groton, CT

"My cats have fleas. Normally this wouldn't be a big deal. Frontline, vacuuming and some powder for the carpets.. but..."

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I would call a Petco and see if they have a grooming service that handles cats with fleas. I would also check with a rug cleaning service and see if they offer anythi...

There is a brand called nature's guardian that protects against fleas and ticks. I think that we got it from Wal-mart. They make carpet spray too

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