What is it like to be a foster home for dogs?
Posted January 28th, 2009db2437 asked: We have three dogs, two of which have come from the humane shelter. Both of our rescues come from abusive backgrounds so I understand the caring and training portion of the foster idea. I’m just curious how emotionally draining it is. Also, are the costs covered by the fostering agency?
We [...]
Sweet sauerkraut and hot dogs steamed in beer?
Posted January 28th, 2009Nvr2soon asked: There use to be a restaurant called “Lums”
They had hot dogs steamed in beer and a really unique but delicious sweet sauerkraut that went with it.
Would someone by any chance know how to make the sauerkraut.Edgar
How can I keep my dog in the yard without a fence?
Posted January 28th, 2009Mysterious asked: I will be able to get a dog, if it lives primarily outside. I just need a way of keeping him in the yard. I don’t think I will be able to get a fence. I would rather not get an electric dog fence. If that is my only choice I would consider [...]
What dog would be really friendly with a chinese shar-pei?
Posted January 27th, 2009Justin G asked: I have a dog that is about 10 months old and planning to get another what other kind of dog would be really friendly with him. (my dog is a boy)
What is the best small dog for a first time dog owning family?
Posted January 26th, 2009Chill asked: Well my mom really wants to get a dog and seems very serious. She wants a small dog that will not be to loud and obedient. Their is a 12 year old son and a 15 year old girl in the family.My mom likes chihuahuas but I heard those weren’t great to keep [...]
How do you get dogs apart when they are stuck together?
Posted January 25th, 2009cowboycarrie asked: I have two dogs male and female. well the female is in heat , how do i get them apart when they are stuck?
i do know they are mating, I am not stupid.Larry
What is the etiquette with accidental dog pregnancies?
Posted January 25th, 2009amn asked: My female dog is on heat. Our neighbours don’t take any precautions to stop their male dog getting into our yard. We have practically made our yard into a jail but, as anyone with breeding dogs knows, you can’t fight the hormones and the male continuoulsy gets through. This makes [...]
What does it mean when a dog picks up your shoe but doesn’t chew on it?
Posted January 25th, 2009Arasincere asked: My dog will periodically pick up one of my shoes, but he doesn’t chew on it or destroy it. He just carries it around and lays next to it. When I come home from work, I find them moved around in different places but no damage has been done. Someone mentioned to me [...]
How many of you who answer dog questions actually own dogs?
Posted January 21st, 2009xanax_a_calm_abyss asked: Some of these answers I have seen just don’t like they apply to real dogs.Andrew
What is the best method to train my older adopted dogs to have better potty habits?
Posted January 21st, 2009Denise H asked: I want new carpet but am afraid to recarpet the house because of occasional accidents. The dogs are VERY smart, but nocturnal poopers. What can I do?Joy