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What to know about my first dog?

admin — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:57:18 +0000

Okay, so I really want to get a dog – but not ANYTIME soon. I’m talking maybe a year to a year and a half from now. I’m thinking I’d like a Pem. Welsh Corgi.(I’m open to suggestions of course) They’re cute and I (based on the research I’ve done so far) seem to like their temperament. I DO plan on actually interacting with one soon LOL. They’re not TOO big and they’re not too small. I am willing to spend the time needed to interact with it, train it, walk it, and love it (of course). However I don’t know squat about puppies and their care (I know more about cats and kittens). Can someone here point me in the right direction? Any ideas, like a website I could go to or something else more creative? There is so much information out there I feel overwhelmed.

Also, opinions on the breed would be appreciated.

I live in a large one bedroom apartment. There is ample green space in my complex to walk and play with my future dog, not to mention the dog parks nearby. I plan on putting the dog on an pet health insurance plan (like I have for my two cats) and I feed only the most high quality foods. I love animals and while I love cats the most, I feel like I’m missing out on the joy of owning a dog. I am, however, under no illusions; if I find a dog is not right for me during the course of my pre-dog ownership research, I will not get one.

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Is health insurance required to volunteer at a humane society in the state of Florida?

admin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:03:06 +0000

If so, where else can I volunteer for animals without having to have health insurance?

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Do I need a dog walking license in san antonio, texas?

admin — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:36 +0000

If so where and how can I get one? I am 19 years old(20 in november). I love animals and have lots of spare time as a part time college student; tips, suggestions, and advice would be great. I would like to have a small Dog walking business to make money for school and also help people who can’t walk their dogs(the elderly for example) as much as they should be walked for a cheap price. Thanks for reading this.

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what are some orginizations i could get a hold of for low income spay and neuter for pets?

admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 08:35:25 +0000

near Erie PA. i am low income and i want to spay and neuter my cats. i just cant afford 0-0 each cat you know?

the city i live in now doesn’t have a low income aid for spaying animals. i already called my local vet. so anywhere else close or something i can fill out an application and send it to them?

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Is it safe to purchase pet medication online? All responses/experiences welcome!?

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:42:08 +0000

My vet has been charging me per six month supply of Revolution for my two small pets (prevents heartworms & flea/tick infestation). This equates to 6 per year for both animals. I found the same medication, I think, online at Joe’s Pet Meds for per six month supply w/ free shipping. This would equate to a savings of 6 per year, which I think is pretty substantial. I looked into several online retailers and I thought this one looked like the most reputable although it is located in Austrailia… I know I can’t be charged with a crime as this type of pet medication is available over the counter. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
Guess I could mention that this is a "topical" treatment. You just drip it on the pet’s skin once a month. Thanks.

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Question about my cats annual vaccinations?

admin — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 04:48:32 +0000

I’ve been getting this package for LUV MY PET from petco for three years and once every year. So yearly vaccinations. This year I’ve researched and there is speculation that the vaccines, if given yearly, can actually cause more harm than good. They say the new recommendation should be every three years. Her rabies is up though and I need to give that to her but I was wondering if someone thinks that I should skip the 4in1 which is: FVR, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia (distemper) and Chlamydia. They also recommend a FeLV but I also heard do not give a strictly inside cat these vaccines but I have in the past. She lives in a condo and there is no way she’s going anywhere lol I also am never around any other animals and she’s healthy. I want to give her an update on her rabies, fecal test and heart worm prev. and call it a visit for vaccines. Thoughts and advice is appreciated, thank you!

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What do Kittens need from the Vet their first 13 weeks? Also, I need info on Pet Insurance! (Breeding)?

admin — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 10:32:52 +0000

I’m looking into breeding Bengal cats for a living. I’ve been doing lots of studying and realize this is no easy task. You don’t buy 2 cats, let them have babies, and consider yourself rich. There’s a ton of care and money put into making the cats happy, trained, entertained, and loved. So far It’s going to cost me ,000 just to get started with shelter, heat, outside kennels, toys, towers, beds, and the cats to breed. The upkeep with vet care, food, flea meds, litter, so on and so forth. This is a JOB. I will be working with these cats and kittens around the clock. I will be training them, loving them, playing with them, taking them for walks, and doing whatever it takes to keep them happy.

So I’m not asking for approval of breeding… I’m not looking to hear how cruel I am. I will only be breeding 3 cats at a time, and only up to 4 times in a total of 2 years. I will not be abusing these animals. They will have babies as if they would in the wild. So No Haters.

Okay so my question – Pet Insurance. I seen a site I can get insurance for 1 cat for a month. What about kittens? Is there some kind of pet insurance for breeders? It’s not like I can get pet insurance for each individual kitten, and then 13 weeks later when it’s time to send them off to their new home, take them off the insurance??

2nd question – What do Kittens need up to 13 weeks of age? What shots will they need? What tests will they need? And how much will all of this cost without insurance?
I’m getting the answers I said I’m not interested in hearing.

My entire life I’ve had a love for animals, especially cats. I took a special interest in Bengals a few years ago. I’ve done a lot of studying. Learning how to properly train. Learning what makes a Bengal top rated. What their habitat is. What they require in every day life, and nutrition. How does anyone have right to tell me I’m not doing this for the right reasons if you don’t know me or my intentions?

I’ve been wanting a career with animals my entire life. I used to want to work with Tigers, until I learned of the smaller exotic cats. Anyone who knows me knows me as the "animal lover".

My Fiance and I had a mouse in the house. Guess where he is now? In a tank with food and warmth until spring so we can send him on his way. (Snow outside right now.) I wouldn’t hurt a fly.

Every breeder has to start somewhere. I’ve already found a very intelligent breeder who’s taught me a lot about Bengals. She’s been working with

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Where shall I find people who are working from home and love dogs?

admin — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:54:19 +0000

I am looking for pet hosts/ pet sitters for my www.cagelessboarding.com private dog boarding service. Where shall I advertise to reach out to people who are working from home and love animals?

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Should I keep this cat? Read all details please?

admin — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:13:26 +0000

Well all growing up I loved animals and I still do! I had a special bond with each of my pets. While a teenager I got a horse and took excellent care of it. I got quite into the equestrian thing. Horses were like therapy to me. But then my horse colliced. It broke my heart. I was devastated. I hardened my heart and never wanted to get that attached to an animal again.

I also have some mental issues. I have a history of destroying property and hurting my younger sister once (not severely) when I was around 12. But then I got on meds and it was like night and day! I did not have those physical aggression issues anymore. My dad and his family have a history of mental issues as well so I guess genetics played a factor.

So anyways 9 years later I decided I wanted to get off my meds. I was sick of being dependent on a medication. I slowly went down and then later completely went off of them. I did this on my own. I did not have health insurance so therefore no doctor or counselor.

While either not taking the correct dosage or not being on my medication I committed animal abuse. I flushed some unwanted live fish. I was irresponsible and would get pets only to rehome them and get new pets. I was being obsessive.

I had a couple cats but I had to move to a familys place. No cats were allowed due to allergies. I really wanted to keep the cats. I asked this family member but they said no. I could not keep them. I did not know anyone who wanted cats. I did not know craigslist existed at the time.

So not wanting the cats to be euthanized at the local pound, I let them go in a good neighborhood. There was a stream near by and outdoor cats around.

But afterwards I felt so bad! I was worried noone would find them or that they would starve or get run over. I went back to find the cats the next day. I did find the one and was so happy. I did the right thing and took him to the pound. The other one I never could find.

I do not know what I was thinking. I was not thinking straight! I did not realize how serious animal abaondonment is. I needed to grow up and start respecting life. I was a immature 21 year old and had mental issues but still. It was very wrong. I felt so guilty. I thought about suicide. I felt I was a horrible scum of a person.

I decided I needed to change big time. I got back on my meds and take them responsibily. Donated to the ASPCA. I started small as far as taking care of life goes. I got some new fish and took care of them successfully. I promised myself never to flush live fish or abandon again! I also promised myself to never get pets without committing to them for life!

I never could bring myself to get another pet other than fish. I thought I did not deserve them.

But one day this cat walked into my apartment while the door was open for a minute. She has a microchip but her owners have not contacted the microchip company. It has almost been two weeks and tomorrow they can transfer ownership to me. She was abandoned and needs a home. I am falling in love with her and think I am ready to be a good, responsible pet owner. I know I can do it and I have my husband to help me if needed. I am looking for opinions though. Though I do not know if I can part with her. I am opening my heart up again and learning alot. I hardened my heart after having to put my horse down. But I realize its okay to love an animal so much again.

This seems like a second chance to me. She literally came into my life and needs a home. All the no kill shelters in my city are full.

Please be respectful. Thanks!
Yes it is true! She has a home again microchip. They have tried calling the owners multiple times. One number was disconnected and the other number noone answered. I even took her to two different vet offices to douple check her microchip number!!

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3 cats…pet insurance?

admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:00:44 +0000

We just recently acquired two kittens, they are currently 7 weeks old. We already have a 4 year old cat. With all these animals we know that the vet bills are going to be stacking up. Is there a decent pet insurance that covers routine checkups? I’ve done some research but everything I find is for accidents or have an outrageous deductible

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