SUE - that's a new one to me. Maybe jealousy is the wrong word, but I have frequently seen behavioral problems in dogs and cats when a new member is brought into the mix - whether it has 2 legs or 4. There are training tip...

Thanks so much - and yes, I was thinking about what was needed before I could breed my wire haired last year.

I want to use a champion stud on my girl but the owner requires a Brucellosis vaccine. I missed the timing and she started day one of her cycle. I have heard "no vaccines once starting the cycle" from another breeder if th...

Sorry - didn't mean to bite your leg off.
I've been a nurse over 36 years and have seen some real damage from family pets. There are so many wonderful animals out there that are crying (and dying for that matter) for...

Neat idea! I have mini doxies and would never have thought of that.

I had similar problems. Dogs can eat cat food, but dog food is not balanced for a cat, and will do major harm to a cat with special health concerns. I spent mega$$$ with urinary tract problems and vet bills. It doesn't tak...

My doxies did this with my grandaughter as well. It's in their nature. I have 4 wanting to give kisses. As long as you keep things in hand as you described, it's fine. I wasn't as careful as I should have been once, and th...

There is wild and there is domestic. Must we destroy everything the good Lord has created? How do you improve upon perfection and why would you want to?

Lucky Lady says it all. Shame for even thinking of your wife's feelings as the first consideration in this situation. I seriously question whether either of you should own a dog or anything else. You are not responsible pe...

I forgot to mention, if you want to narrow down the day of whelping start taking her temp twice a day. It will normally be 101-102. When it drops to 99 you will have puppies within 24 hours, and possibly 4 to 12 hours. Hav...