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Being Nice to Pets
Asked by J.P. from Minneapolis
on August 7, 2009
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My son is five and is autistic, which makes all behavioral issues more difficult. Here is my problem: he loves animals, but is a little too enthusiastic about demonstr...
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- Hi J., My youngest grandson (almost 3 yrs old) has Autism and I have been in the special education field for 17 yrs now. Children (and adults) with Autism learn best...
- Hi J., My son has Down syndrome and we have some of the same issues, particularly when he is tired. I'm looking forward to see what other advice you get. Thanks for...
- My son has autism too. He's also 5. Have you tried the usual behavioral methods? Social stories, picture cues, positive reinforcement, etc.? He may not understand ...
Looking for Pet Care in Katy, in Home Preferrably
Asked by M.L. from Houston
on June 16, 2008
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I live in the katy area and I am in need of someone to come feed and walk my puppy (Maltese) around 3:00 or 4:00. Since my daughter is not there anymore it is hard on ...
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- Have you found someone? I am interested in taking care of your puppy. The time would be great I'm getting off work right about that time. Let me know my name is S.....
- Check with your veterinarian. Some of the vet techs also do pet sitting.
- Hi M., My daughter is interested in the job. She is very responsible and is 12 years old. What part of Katy do you live in? We are in Nottingham Country. She love...
What Do People Charge for This?
Asked by L.R. from Dallas
on June 30, 2007
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I am a SAHM and was asked to care for three dogs (two small and one large) while my mom's best friend is on an extended vavation. She asked me how much I want to do i...
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- I'm a professional pet sitter and I charge $17 for one visit and $24 for two daily visits. I'd reccomend charging about that since it's a little less than the average ...
- I had a pet sitter come take care of my dogs while we were on vacation... she charged $9 per visit... so if she came to my house 2 times a day, $18 per day.
- I would check out rates from others who pet sit. Here is a link that you can use to find local pet sitters and either call or look at their websites. We have two cat...
A New Puppy and a 10-Month-old Baby?
Asked by H.W. from Chicago
on April 8, 2008
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My husband and I are considering adding a puppy to our family. (This puppy, a golden retriever, will be a family dog and he will begin training to be a hunting dog soo...
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- Hi H. W, My father got a puppy when I was your sons age. My father had no problems with the dog being around me or me playing with the dog. I think it is a great i...
- I think having animals is so wonderful but a lot of work. We have a dog and two kids under 5; and it is just hard to keep up with it all; the walking, washing, spendin...
- i would highly recommend waiting.
Nevermind! I'm So Sorry!
Asked by A.P. from Chicago
on May 19, 2009
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Ugh... I have to edit my post now. First of all, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for all the responses to my request. Unfortunately, I put this up prematurely. My husban...
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- How much are you selling it for?
- I am so happy that you are going to keep your pup and try to work things out! Just wanted to add some thoughts - for anyone looking for a companion animal - check out...
- hi saw your posting, where are you located? is the dog compeltely housebroken and is it a farely small dog we live in an apartment but my kids are dying to get a puppy?
Need Help for 9Yr Old Girl Soon to Be Grieving
Asked by K.B. from Denver
on July 13, 2008
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It is with great sadness that I type this. My cat of 13 years is dying and there is nothing I can do to help her. I know she will be happier when she passes, it is my ...
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- K., I am so sorry for you and your family - I know how difficult losing a pet can be. A book that I have seen highly recommended (but not actually read) is "When a...
- Hi K.... Sorry to hear that your kitty is not well. What I would do is get another kitty soon. Preferably before your kit no longer is with you. Thats what I woul...
- I just went through this same ordeal. My cat of 14 years died in April, just months after his brother (my other cat) died as well (both of kidney failure). In my case,...
New Dog
Asked by E.B. from Portland
on November 6, 2006
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OK Ladies,
Here is my delima....We just adopted a Lab who is 6 mos old. We already have a lab who will be 5 in January, and he is the best dog. My husband wanted ...
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- Hey E., I just posted about my doggie daycare dilmea but I think your "fido" could use some time at doggie day care...even if just for a 1/2 day. It would give him...
- Hi E., I love the fact I can respond to your 'dog' question because labs are my 'other' children.. I've got three children I've birthed and 3 hairy children I've t...
- Dogs are like kids and they have to be taught how to behave properly. There is no such thing as a "bad" puppy, dogs that grow up to be "bad" are that way because of t...
Puppy Is Chewing Electrical Cords
Asked by L.C. from Chicago
on February 12, 2007
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Hi all,
We have a new black lab puppy. She is 5 months old and of course in the puppy chewing stage. So far she has bitten through the cord for my daughters new boo...
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- Hi L., I can speak from much experience with a trouble-making dog. We have two German Shepherds (Sydney, 10.5 and Raven, 7 y/o). Sydney was an angel. VERY smart,...
- L. - We have two 7-month old Rottweiler puppies who went through the same thing. The best thing we bought them were rawhide bones! It satisfies their craving to chew s...
- I agree with the bitter apple. We put that on EVERYTHING. I saw the comment about rawhide bones. They are good chew toys, unless you have carpet. Then the rawh...
In Home Pet Care
Asked by T.Z. from Dallas
on January 6, 2009
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Seeking a trustworthy, honest, reliable person to care in my home (Keller/North Tarrant and Beach Street) for my Irish Setter (rescued) and cat when out of town. Comi...
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- I am a stay at home mom living in Keller and am always looking for ways to earn a few dollars without needing a sitter for my kids. We are pet lovers and have a new pu...
- My sister in law and her roommate both provide this service and have been doing so for several years. Contact Sher Abernathy at ###-###-####. THe come highly recomme...
- Depending on where you are in Keller, I might be interested. I live on Baywood Dr, just off North Tarrant Parkway near Smithfield Rd in the Brandonwood Estates. I kn...
Extended Stay Pet Care
Asked by P.M. from Atlanta
on May 30, 2008
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My family and I have a lovely, well trained 18 month old golden retriever. We will be out of town most of June and I really don't want to board him at the vet. Does an...
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- We usually usu Pet Smart Hotel on the Perimeter in Atlanta Also could give a phone number of a lady that takes cares of dogs Do you live in the Atlanta area?
- pet lodge pet resort in Alpharetta is great! Our golden loved it. They have play time. Nature walks and swimming
- I personally love Barkinghound Village. I prefer the lofts, but any of their locations are good. At the lofts, the dogs are cage free all day and then have individua...
