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Anyone Own/have Owned a Greyhound?
Asked by N.S. from Dallas
on August 28, 2006
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We were considering adopting a greyhound in a year or two and I wanted to know from someone whose had one what things we should consider. Are they good with children?...
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- Our neighbor has about 5 that have all been rescued. When they let them out in the morning in the front yard they know there yard and even though they aren't on a leas...
- I didn't own one, but my friend rescued one before. You might want to research the breed on the net because from what I understand, they can not sit like normal dogs ...
- We fostered one a few years back. They are great dogs with very sweet dispositions. The only issue we had with ours is that he had a few accidents in our house. I a...
Need to Find a Good Home for 4 Year Old Male Greyhound
Asked by J. from Dallas
on January 16, 2007
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We are looking to find a good home for a greyhound we adopted almost three years ago. Since the baby arrived six months ago, we haven't been able to give him the atten...
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- Hi, J.: Our family would be interested, if you haven't already found your doggie a home! We live in Dallas and have a big house and a nice, fenced yard. I've go...
- CAN SEND ME A PIC OF THE DOG SO I CAN SEE IT
- J., I just found a greyhound and in one day found it a new home. In the process, I did learn one of the local greyhound rescue societies is at capacity. Maybe this i...
Fear of Dogs
Asked by A.C. from Houston
on November 1, 2008
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Hi,
I am having a problem with my oldest son (4 1/2) and his fear of dogs. He is absolutely terrified and I want to hlp him, but am running out of ideas. He will sc...
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- I would suggest- To try to keep him away from dogs, people have all kinds of phobias for unknown reasons. It sounds like he is terified of any dog. Ask his doctor for ...
- A couple of ideas: find some books about dogs to read to him or some movies to watch with him - such as Beethoven I and II, so maybe they won't seem so ominous. Does h...
- Hi A., My oldest daughter was the same way. Terrified was the word to describe her. Like your son, there was no incident to cause her fear. She has grown out of it ...
My Dogs Chews!!!!
Asked by K.B. from State College
on December 30, 2007
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About 5 years ago, my husband got a dog from the humane society. She's a Whippet. She's very hyperactive and the shelter told him she would calm down once she got home...
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- check this site out... don't give up on u'r dog.. she may just be suffering from seperation anxiety.... http://canines.com/library/solutions/sepanxiety.shtml
- Hi, I was going to tell you to crate train your dog, but I see everyone else has told you that already lol. I do know one trick that really works go to your local dru...
- Crate her til she gets the hint and try having her fixed if not already..there is stuff you can spray on things at petco. Never tried it my self
Family Dogs--breeds, Age, Gender
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on June 9, 2010
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I've gotten a lot of useful information from this website, so I look forward to starting my research here for our next family pet. We recently lost a 17 1/2 year-old ...
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- If you don't want shedding, you do NOT want a Lab. They have a double coat, and so shed like c-razy. With hardwood, I dust mop once a day except the spring. And in the...
- We have a Beagle and we just adore her. She is a great family dog, loves to protect our daughter and to my surprise, doesn't shed much at all. I would recommend a beag...
- Labs are awesome with kids, very protective and loving, but I have to echo the comments below, they shed like nobody's business.
Seeking Dogs Good with Kids
Asked by S.Y. from Phoenix
on March 3, 2008
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I am wanting to adopt a new puppy for our 3 boys. My boys are 13, 10, and 5. My 5 year old is on the hyper side sometimes. We really like the mini schnauzer, cockapo...
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- Small dogs can be too active and are prone to medical problems. Dogs who are mellow and loving are Lab, Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, Cattle Dog, etc Check out AKC o...
- Hi S., I am a local pet sitter and have been around animals (mostly dogs) all my life. To be honest with you I wouldn't recommend getting a puppy at all. It sound...
- We just got a Basset Hound puppy (Lucy Goosey Longdog - LOL) and she is really great with our 4 young kids. Because they are low to the ground, they aren't prone to j...
Older Dog with 3Yr Old Son & Baby on the Way
Asked by S.D. from Tampa
on October 30, 2010
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So, here's my issue this time. Our 10yr dog (lab/chow/?greyhound or whipet mix) is a nervous/anxous dog. She is really nervous / anxous around kids. She has done fa...
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- Well here is my advice. I was a vet tech for about 11 years so I don't want you to think that this is based on feelings or personal experiences. It's not good that yo...
- There is an amazing natural vet in Tarpon Springs-at Tarpan Spring Animal Hospital- Tiffany something- check her out forfeeding and natural means to make your dog as h...
- Hey, S. - You definitely need to talk with someone and get the dog/yourselves help/intervention - a trainer of some sort may be able to help and give you the honest p...
Seeking Dog That Will Work for Your Family
Asked by H.C. from Phoenix
on May 9, 2009
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My kids and husband have allergies so I am not sure if a dog is even possible, but we would like one. My husband and kids love animals, especially dogs. Poodles and...
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- HC, Our family has only had German Shepherds, actually, we are on dog #3 now. Our first dog was 5 years when we got her and she was absolutely wonderful with ou...
- Please note: German S. are shedding freaks. Balls of fur. Rolling tumbleweeds on the tile floor..all the time. Keep in mind that short hair breeds sheds too and it ca...
- we have two boxers and they are the best dogs ever!! we've had ours long before we had our two kids, and they adjusted really well. they don't smell or have to be cl...
Old Dog vs Young Dog
Asked by A.C. from Oklahoma City
on February 2, 2009
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ok, i know most requests here are about kids, but...here's my story. we have two dogs, both retired greyhounds, so really big-- one is 13, and as he ages, he is not a...
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- Can you pick up the older dogs bowl before the younger one eats the food? As long as the older one doesn't get malnourished, you could do that. Good luck!
- Have you tried giving them both less food, especially the one who doesn't eat much? Try feeding him small amounts, when you are home, and you can keep the other one bu...
- i was going to say to give him less food more often. if you know he only eats certain amount, just give him that much, then later give him some more. that way the o...
Recommendation for a Good Vet in Plantation or Davie
Asked by M.L. from Miami
on November 17, 2008
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Looking for a good vet in Plantation, Davie, Ft. Lauderdale, Sunrise. Please don't recommend Central Broward Animal. I love their doctors but they are very expensive...
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- I use Welleby Animal hospital and I have been happy with them. The doctors there are excellent. I find all vets expensive to be honest.
- Hi M., I'm in the Sunrise area. I use two local vet offices as I foster dogs. The first is used by Broward Humane Society and I am sure they have several locations but...
- I take my dog to Lakeside Animal Hospital and see Dr. Fernandez. She is awesome. Everyone there is very nice and I can call and get right in when needed.
