Im fed up with my 9 to 5 office job. I would like to learn a new career of dog grooming probably from home. Has anyone done any courses for this, is it better to attend a course or work from courses offered on CD. The course costs are quite high I see does anyone know the amount I need to outlay for basic equipment etc. I would have to take into account shipping costs as I live outside of the EC and you cant even get a dog muzzle in this Country let alone grooming equipment. They only have the odd pedigree in my Country really but the English do adopt strays and Im sure there is the need for this service and I dont know anyone else doing it here so I wouldnt have to be a MASTER at the craft if you understanding my meaning.
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If anyone is reading this in Southern Cyprus please can they supply me with telephone or emails of Dog Beauty Parlours where I might be able to have hands on experience. Preferably close to Nicosia.
My mom and I were talking about our dog, which a miniature pincher, and she told me that they are made up of 5 different dog breeds. Is this true? If so, what dog breeds is it mixed with?
i bought a dog training clicker for my grandma, thinking that is might resolve the problem of her two yorkies fighting…. do you think it will work?
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I am looking for a small dog breed that I can hold in one arm comfortably and can still hold a tennis ball in their mouth. I can hold a dog larger that 25 lbs in one arm, I do not want to go any larger than that. I have been researching Toy Fox Terriers, (Toy) Manchester Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers, and other small dog breeds.
I was thinking of making some treats for my friends dog, but it has wheat allergies. I was hoping to find a substitute for wheat germ and cream of wheat (common ingredients in dog treat recipes).
I live in an apartment and am looking into buying a toy dog. Most of the breeds I have looked at (including Poms and Pugs) are either inclined to bite or difficult to housetrain. I want to find a toy breed that’s friendly, affectionate, and relatively easy to housebreak. Is that possible? Feel free to report your experience with any particular toy breeds.
Does anyone know where I may find cheap large dog clothes besides ebay and Walmart. By cheap I mean $15 or less. Thanks for your help
at the end of the month i ll have to leave my dog at kennels for 3 nights so tonight we went to leave her there overnight so she can kinda get a taste of it..i know it sounds stupid but i miss her sooooo much she s like my baby and shes only 9 months,she didnt wanna stay there when i was leaving her and i cried already and keep thinking bout her……does anyone else out there love their dog sooo much
I have a two month old maltese puppy but we have to leave him in our garage for long periods of time. I am worried he is bored and will become neglected, so I wish to buy him a friend, preferably another dog. What dog breeds get along well with a maltese?
my parents refuse to allow the dogs inside, but we are planning to build them a small “dog” home.
Ask anyone to name an antidepressant and most will immediately think of valium. It has been around for so many years, it has become a staple drug used by physicians around the world. As one of the first important benzodiazepines released on to the market, it has proved itself consistently effective in a number of different applications. The first and perhaps best known is to reduce anxiety and panic. It calms people who would otherwise be excitable and, perhaps, aggressive. When taken for the first weeks, it can help people relax and sleep. Indeed, it is used as a sedative in place of an anesthetic for dental and minor surgical procedures. It also affects memory and, because people no longer remember so clearly why they were anxious or upset, it adds to the general calming effect and reduces depression. Indeed, when you look at its long-term success, it’s hard to find a better or more reliable drug. Valium is effective, being rapidly absorbed into the blood stream and becoming active quickly with few side effects when used in short bursts. Most medical regulatory authorities around the world recommend that it’s not used for more than between two and four consecutive weeks. The reason for this caution is that people may become physically or psychologically dependent on the drug if it’s used too long or at too high a dosage. The longer it’s used, the more difficult it can be to deal with the withdrawal symptoms. Other than this, the medication is so well regarded, it’s listed as an “Essential Drug” by the World Health Organization (WHO). When setting up a medical practice anywhere, whether in the developed or developing world, it’s considered one of the drugs that should always be included in stock if a basic healthcare service is to be offered. As one of the best known drugs of its class and one directly recommended by the WHO, it’s hard to fault it. But because it’s addictive, it’s not only limited to supply on prescription in most countries, it’s also a controled drug, i.e. it’s illegal to have it in your possession unless you have a prescription. As one of the best known drugs, it’s also one of the most abused. So, even though online pharamcies will supply valium without you having to produce a prescription, this does not mean you’re free to use it as you think fit. If you ignore the directions of your local healthcare provider or the online pharmacist, the resullts can be a long and expensive addiction. So, use the drug as directed and get all the benefits without any of the disadvantages.
This last few months has seen all the prices of basic necessities rise. As jobs have come under pressure, the purchasing power of the average household has dropped. Nowhere has the family budget come under greater pressure than with health insurance. All too often, the premiums have been raised (again). This forces yet another tense discussion. Are families to gamble with the health of their children or can other savings be found? Sad to say, this discussion is no longer restricted to low-income families. A significant number of middle class families are also being forced to make ever more difficult decisions. Decisions to delay diagnosis and treatment until the sickness can be classed as an emergency and justify a hospital visit. If people are to stay insured, they must accept the best terms they can afford. Fortunately, online sites such as this allow people to get comparative information from multiple health insurance companies. Making the choice from the maximum possible number of quotes gives the best chance of savings. So how should you approach this task? 1. Before you start, write down a list of all the features you would like to see in your ideal policy. This gives you a shopping list to price as you go along. It will almost certainly be too expensive, but it gives you a good starting point. 2. Always compare quotes on like-for-like policies. If you use several sites to get the maximum spread of quotes, keep notes to ensure you use the same basic set of information about the policy you are seeking, the level of deductibles accepted, and so on. 3. Never make a decision purely on the premium quoted. Although this is the headline you see first, the devil is in the detail of each policy. You have to be determined and read through all the terms (even the small print). It’s vital that you get a clear picture of what is included and excluded, and see what conditions you have to fulfil to make a claim. Even more important is whether you have a right to renew the policy if you make a claim or you are found to have a disorder or disease that is going to be expensive to treat. There is nothing more devastating than to be diagnosed with a chronic illness and then find your insurance premium hiked up to unaffordable levels or renewal declined. 4. If there is anything you do not understand, ask an agent. Before you accept a quote, insurance companies are helpful and explain things. If you delay asking until you make a claim, this only leads to disappointment and dispute. Take the decision to buy on the basis of the best available information. By following this simple set of rules, you’re taking more positive control of your future, and there’s nothing more important than health to give you peace of mind.
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Does anyone know the name of that toy dog that can talk or grow ?? They have passsed it on comercials but I cant figure out the name of it !! HELP
I Have bought my dog an outdoor kennel for the summer and was wondering if there are any special bowls and accesories to put in it as i am worried about the water getting warm whilst i am not in the house and my dog overheating?
I’m buying my first home and am probably going to go with Allstate Insurance for my Homeowner’s coverage. Does anyone know which dog breeds aren’t covered by Allstate in California?
My dog had a “Pea-not” dog toy that he LOVED. He took to doggie day care and lost it. It was a large peanut-shaped chew toy with a rope going through it. I think it was made by Hartz and I bought it at Wal-Mart about 2 years ago. I have checked the Hartz website and Wal-mart to no avail. If anyone knows where I could find this toy, my dog and I would be most appreciative.
A few years ago I saw either on TV or in a magazine this dog toy that looked fantastic, it was basically a long string or cable with a little motor at one point and stakes along the string, you arranged the stakes in any pattern and then a fuzzy lure sped around on the cable driven by the motor at different speeds - it was a really neat toy and I’d love to get one for our dogs but I haven’t been able to find anything like that listed anywhere - does anyone know what I’m talking about?
If K-Swiss, Nike, or Adidas offered a line of ’sport’ apparel for dogs, would you buy it? Which is your preferred Sportswear for your dog?
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i also want to know how to make dog breakfastes and dinner / lunches because im home all day and all i have to feed my litlte baby chihuaha is regular dog food and i think my baby is tired of it i will give hundred 100 points to the best anwser so if you want 100 ponts then try to give the best and you can laso give me websties to go on and read them but i would more like it if some awsome person would give me thje recipe and how to make dog treats dinner lunch and breakfast remeber 100 points to the winner try try try heard to figure out how of i dont get any og you guyses recipes then i dont no what to do and also i have to make them for my work i work at a pet shp hospital aand i have to make treats for all the dogs but i already know how to m ake cat treats for cats but im just not sure how to make dog treats if some person tells me then you get a hole 100 points so try try try really heard and plus i will get fired from my job if some person doesnt tell me how ot make dog treats
Ok , my siste and I want to get a dog .
We need help picking out a breed .
- We have had a Jack Russel Terrier and a really calm Lab .
- We still have our Jack .
- We want a less active dog , that doesnt need nearly as much exercise as a jack russel .
- We are 12 and 14 .
- It has to be a smaller sized dog .
- Maybe a little larger than a Jack.
- Not a poodle .
- Not very much grooming requirements .
- I really dont like little dogs , like pugs , poodle like dogs , I like scruffy ones, and I love every large dog .
Thank you so much !
I was wondering which dog breeds were considered to be aggressive here in the United States. I am having to relocate and some of the homes I am considering renting do not allow aggressive dogs. I have a Siberian Husky, he is 4 going on 5, he is a well mannered dog.
anyone know of ‘recycled’ dog clothes.. ie dog wear made out of second hand clothes - anywhere in world?
i didn’t ask if it’s ok! hehe
I work for an animal welfare charity and we don’t disagree with clothes on dogs.. it’s just like anything in pet ownership -it’s about common sense!
a little harness, t-shirt that doesn’t restrict movement is ok.. shoes, hard, itchy material etc. isn’t..
I was actually thinking more along harness/collar lines anyway
Can any one tell me a good web page for cheap dog toys? and blankets. PLEASE HELP!?
I live in a very, very small place. It’s just not responsible to have a dog here. I was thinking of volunteering or something and the SunnySide Dog Kennels in Wolverhampton. Anyone know anything about it? Or volunteer in kennels? Whats it like? Do think there are any other options besides keeping one here? I’ve always had dogs but now living here it depresses me that I can’t have one.
Thanks for the answers guys, I really wish I could have a dog here, even sneakly but your not allowed. And Id have to sneak it up and down the apartment steps and make sure no one saw it. I wish I could though.
As to the person that said “if your a real dog lover do what the dog needs” I’d like to ask them to re-read the question and see that I know I can’t have one responsibly so I wanted to help in kennels. Thanks.
My wife and I want a puppy for our household, but I already have a 5 year old Sun Conure. What breeds would work the best to fit into our home? My wife kind of wants a medium to large dog. Thanks for any help.
I have a dog that has Addison’s disease and I was wondering if anyone knows if I can get insurance on her? Also, does the insurance cover the disease if she already has it?
so I just found out which appropriate dog food I should be feeding my pup, that’s healthy. But now that I know which ingredient to feed the dog such as grains, non detailed meat, DHA, i’m now wondering which dog treats, that are reccomended by people. I want healthy! i’m looking towards milk bone treats, they don’t give the ingredients listed on they’re site, so people with it please tell me, or good dog treats you have or reccomend
please include ingredients listed on the treat
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We have a dog that is about 9 months old. she hasnt had much interaction with other dogs so we are trying to socialize her with my dogs which aregood with other dogs. What is the right way to introduce her to them? how can we help her trust other dogs?
I’m looking for all natural dog and cat treat can you please help?
The dog treats I need a recipe to where I can roll out the dough and make differant shapes with cookie cutter. Also a all natural yogurt frosting for dog cookies would be a huge +
Thanks!
I live in a sailboat and would love to have a dog. I heard the best breeds are golden retriever, labrador and portuguese water dog, but I’d prefer a smaller dog. Does anyone have a suggestion?
I was wondering what dog breeds were popular in Renaissance England and in medieval times.
I’m getting a Pembroke Welsh Corgi this June and wanted to know whats a good dog insurance for him? Which do you guys have? What do you recommend?
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The market for loans from one pay day to the next has been around for centuries. If you’re lucky, your employer will give you an advance on your pay if you run short. Otherwise you’re scratching around to find someway to bridge you to the next check or bank transfer. The problem is more manageable for those with higher incomes and better credit scores. Banks and credit card companies have been more accommodating. Except, as the credit crunch begins to bite a little harder, even middle class borrowers are finding their borrowing limits cut back. That forces more people to look at an instant payday loan if an emergency hits. This is a better alternative than the sharks because states regulate finance companies, limiting the amount they can lend and capping the interest rates. So licensed lenders are better to deal with but, because interests, fees and charges can mount up rapidly, you still need to be very careful how you manage your borrowing. The problem is the psychology of the transaction. If you borrow $100, it does not sound too bad to pay back $115 on your payday. Except, when you work out the annual percentage rate, it can be more than 300%! The real cost bites when you either borrow the same amount for two weeks each month. Those $15 are mounting up fast. It’s no better if you show willing and beg the company to roll over the debt from one payday to the next. Once you’re in the hole, repeating the loan or rolling it over is just digging you in deeper. There is only one benefit from repeating a fast cash advance. Every time you borrow and repay, your credit score improves. Even though you’re repairing your credit score, the best strategy is only to use a payday advance loanas a last resort. Then only use sites like this to find a lender. There are some criminals out there who want to steal your money. They upload websites and offer a loan asking you to pay an upfront fee, i.e. they take your money and fail to give you the loan. Only proper licensed and verified lenders are reached through this site. If you search through Google, never deal with a company unless you can verify it’s legitimate. Never give out your bank account details unless you’re sure you’re safe.
In Australia they have already banned some breeds of dog which are seen to be aggresive and dangerous. Is it fair to wipe out an entire breed because of a few careless dog owners?