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    Dogs Fighting

    @jparha0 Seek a veterinary behaviorist or a trainer that uses POSITIVE reinforcement. Until then, keep them separated at all times.
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    Cat Scratch Leads to Full Body Dog Infection

    @joesailor61 Yes 100%. You see it in humans all the time with cat bites. Always go to urgent care yourself if you’re bit or scratched by one. The tiny claws and teeth can puncture DEEP down and spread bacteria even deeper which will rapidly spread.
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    Cat Scratch Leads to Full Body Dog Infection

    @joesailor61 Cat claws are so tiny and thin that they can reach DEEP inside the tissue. The bacteria from a cats claws goes deep as well. This is why if you’re bit or scratched by a cat you should go to the doctor to be on antibiotics. Bacteria is a killer.
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    2 y/o GSD/ Cattle Dog non-stop crate barking

    @sondancer1978 Crate train him slowly. Make sure he doesn’t know when you’re coming back. Do this by leaving him in the crate and leaving the room at random increments (2 minutes, 5mins, back to 2mins, 10mins, 5mins, 10mins, 5mins, 15mins etc). There’s some great YouTube videos out there that...
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    I think my dog is pregnant and I don't know what to do. Plan B?

    @whydontwe Are you here for validation in keeping the pups?
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    F golden retriever & M German shepherd. Who do I spay/neuter first?

    @keithann There’s a lot of questions here. Are you fostering/hosting the puppies before they can find a home? Are you taking measures to prevent a possibility of littermate syndrome? It is ideal to wait until they are both properly grown. The younger you spay/neuter, the more likely UI is to...
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    Are blankets that are washed with fabric softener harmful to dogs?

    @neo_ocelot It’s probably best not to. Can irritate their skin if they happen to have some sort of reaction to the softener. I use “baby detergent” for my dog’s stuff so it isn’t smelly and doesn’t irritate them.
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    I'm saying goodbye to my old boy in 4.5 hours. When can I give him chocolate?

    @lynnede Right before the first injection/sedative. My vet has kisses in a jar upfront for owners to take and give to their pet before they cross the rainbow bridge.
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    Dog trainer made my dog yelp in pain

    @siobski Drop that trainer ASAP. Using adverse methods is not recommended and can actually make behavioral problems much worse. Your best bet is to find someone that uses positive reinforcement to increase the bond between you and your dog along with raising the dog’s confidence. Here’s an...
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    Kibble suggestions

    @aelialicinia Anything that meets WSAVA and AAFCO standards. Everything else is junk.
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