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Not sure what is wrong?
Hi My dog is a GSD and she is 10 years old and have noticed that on her back leg joint, near the foot (not sure what it is called) is swollen. Where as the other leg is ok. I have felt the joint and she lets me she is not in any pain or anything(if she was you would now about it, as she is a big wimp) but it feels like…
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Taking a sample from lump
My dog has a lump on her shoulder. The vet says its most probably a harmless lipoma but best get he checked out. Fair enough, but I thought he was going to do the aspiration right there and then like one of the other vets did to a similar lump on her side. Not a bit of it, I got to take her back again (having starved her…
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Dachshund put to sleep : (
:cry: I have had to have my little dog put to sleep. I had her for 7 years, and I feel like I have lost my right arm. She always knew when and where I was in pain - she would lick my hands or my legs in just the place that hurt me most ( I have MS ), and I know that it was her way of saying ' I wish you were not poorly '.…
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Itchy Spaniel!
Hi Hoping someone can help me. I've just taken in a cocker spaniel - long story but basicaly neighbours getting divorced - poor dog neglected. He's an absolute hoot to have around and loving all the attention - not to mention my kids who already adore him. I've applied for Pet insurance (last Friday) but he seems to be…
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1 grape isn't going to do damage.........is it?
My youngest has just had a plate of red grapes and dropped one right in front of the dog who swiftly pounced on it and swallowed it whole. I'm paranoid about grapes after reading about how toxic they are. How worried do I need to be about one? I know the signs to watch out for......but eating one grape isn't a vet job now…
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Cat in heat - My poor eardrums
I had booked my cat in to get neatuered on Friday, she's 6months. Well wouldn't you know my luck, she went in heat today :o MY EAAARS. I phoned the vet, and the woman on the phone said they couldn't do it so to phone back up in....3months to get her done. I said "What, why 3months" "Oh you have to wait for all her hormones…
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Cat keeps on bringing me 'presents'....
....in the form of half chewed worms. I think he is too fat to catch birds. Any ideas on why the hell he is doing it and what I can do to stop it? I've had five 'presents' :rolleyes: today left at the bottom of the stairs,:eek: and if I tread on one in bare feet I will be sporting a cat head rug in my living room They have…
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Cat Dilemma!
Some advice please learned posters... A couple of weeks ago, one of Mrs BB's beloved two kittens became very ill and was puking up multicoloured cat-goo all over the shop. As it was the weekend, we had to go the emergency vets, who to cut a long story short, basically bent me over for several hundred quid to repair a…
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training a horse to come to you when called any ideas?
well i have had my horse for 5 years now and where i keep him the field is 10 acres and hes always right over the other end, i call him and he looks at me and then carrys on eating anyone got any ideas on how to get him to come when called.
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Using A Halti Lead
Hi, we have a 6 month old springer who is great off lead but pulls like a steam train on the lead, we have tried on the advice of the vet a choker, a harness and a normal lead but they have all the same result.... pulling. so we decided to try the halti lead which we have found fantastic,no more pulling the only problem is…
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New Dog - a few questions!!!
Hi All Please bear with me as I have a fair few questions..... We have re-homed an absolutely gorgeous dog he is approx 2yrs (but not 100%) and he is a cross between a labrador and a newfoundland he is lovely looking and has a brilliant temprament. He is well behaved in the house and excellent recall when off-lead. So now…
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Letting cats outside.
Last Sunday we brought home two lovely little cats - one is 8 months (ish) and the other is 1 year old (ish). The youngest in particular is desperate to get outside and stretch his legs (he is bored with the kitchen and lounge already we think!) - am I right in thinking we should keep them in for another two weeks at least…
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Lump found on stray cat
I feed the local stray for the last few months everyday he gets tamer and today i managed to stroke him but can feel a lump near his belly - should i be taking it to the vets or as a stray should i just leave it and hope it is nothing? thanks
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Is it the pain?
Further to the thread about the Boxer not being docked, can I ask those that have a strong opinion on the topic of optional surgery for animals (by that I mean that the dog or whatever is not in danger of immediate death without it) whether pain is an issue? The reason I ask is because the dog that had its ears done was…
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Pet health! I'm saving a fortune
Hi all I'm new here and just thought i'd start with a really good money saving tip: If you have a pet or keep animals and your vet prescribes or recommends a product don't feel obliged to buy it from them! There are a number of online pharmacies in the UK that will sell you the exact same product for much less. If it's a…
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Dog grooming / stripping
Hi, have two dogs, one is a collie cross and he moults horrendously. Have had them both proffesionally groomed before christmas (£50 for both - not very moneysaving), the moulting stopped for about 2-3 weeks, but is now back with avengence. What would be the best grooming item to buy to use at home, to at least cut back on…
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Its A Cats Life!!!!!
Oh how i long to be a cat!!!!!
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Pregnant Dog ?
How can you tell whether your dog is pregnant or not ? She was mated 2 weeks ago and since then she has not been herself. She sleeps a lot more and is extremely quiet but wants fussing. I am getting a bit worried as she is just not herself.
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Cat-It drinking fountain
Hi, I'm concerned that my cat isn't drinking enough water. He's often trying to jump up and drink from the kitchen sink but I don't want him on my kitchen work surfaces. I wash his water bowl daily and I've noticed he's more interested when I fill up his bowl from a jug. Maybe he wants to drink from running water...…
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Best dog for a small house with a 4 yr old?
Can anyone advise the best breed of dog for a 2 bed cluster home with a 4 year old? I was thinking of possibly a jack russell. DD wants it to be cuddly :rolleyes: DH is a SAHD, we have a small back and front garden. Many thanks