[rigashi]

okay, so now the problem is.. i don't like TINY TINY DOGS. i get paranoid.. what if it hides in my house and i can't find the dog? or i step on the dog or she gets stuck somewhere..
so basically a lot of worries pass through my mind with dogs that are barely bigger than my hand.
okay and the size of maltipoos seem to vary a LOT.
5-12 lbs?
how do i know that i won't get one that is 5 lbs? i'd really prefer it to be 12 lbs..
and i heard that the estimate of the adult size is not always accurate.. so if i get a puppy i don't know how to look for a heavier/bigger maltipoo other than taking a risk
anyone have any experience?

B'cuz maltipoos are a poodle mix, more likely than not they'll end up being on the larger side. If you want it to be bigger, feed and exercise it a lot. My oppa has a toy chihuahua, and it's TINY. Sometimes he can't find him, but it's nothing to worry about. It won't get stuck anywhere or anything, but it will poo and pee in crevices that you cannot reach. But maltipoos tend to be very gentle-natured and playful, unlike the devil-puppy that is my oppa's chihuahua. xP

[jspk]

Here's my Yorkie


Small dogs can easily fit into tight spaces, and that's why you should make sure that your house is a safe environment before getting one.

[GOOMBA]

The only BIG difference that I would note between a female and a male dog is the fact that they...

LOVE TO HUMP !

[LacedOut]

Ah, so yeah I'm not as disappointed anymore. I'm hoping the Maltipoo will be a good size!


HAHAHA now that I read that post again I DO think too much. I'm less worried now. Any size Maltipoo would be fine with me! really, but not the ones the size of my fist!


15 lb Maltipoo!?!
wow, so I guess the weight really DOES have a wide range.

Are guy dogs any different from girls?
At first I wanted a girl, but now I'm starting to think it doesn't matter.
I don't even remember why I wanted a female in the first place.
..O_o

Well, boy dogs seem to hump alot..-__- MY LEG. *cough cough* He would still hump a BIT after he was neutered, but now I think he completely stopped. I'm not quite so sure if my dog is JUST part maltese & poodle, but those are the mains. I personally liked girl dogs better before I got my maltipoodle, but he's jsut as great. He farts ALOT. He did just now when I'm replying. Smells supa bad. LOL. 'scuse me, I had to use a book to fan away my dogs fart & he started looking @ me, rofl. I was fanning his butt, ANYWAYS. my mom didn't want a girl 'cause you know... PERIODS. but I later realized, they stopped having periods after being spayed. -___-; so oh well. whatever.

Meet Coffee:




That's his good angle. (=
My dad cut his hair yesturday, so his cuteness has lessened.

[coucou22]

Hello i have a stupid question: is it ok to give occasionally fruits to dogs? lol My dog loves apple and banana...

[MythnoonA]

^ it isn't a stupid question. It's always better to ask if you don't know. ^^ yes, you can give your dog those fruits, and others too--just never never give them table grapes or raisins--because they can be toxic to some dogs...so they can cause kidney failure, or even death. >< I don't think they really know why some dogs are affected by grapes and raisins--but it's probably better not to give them at all. You can always Google for other info.

my dogs loved apple and banana--orange, peach, and bluberries (never gave them cherries, or watermelon--some dogs have sensitive stomachs--so they may get diarrhea and/or gas--same with strawberries--but I don't think little bits will hurt) . They liked cantaloupe too, and so did one of our cats.

[GOOMBA]

^ it isn't a stupid question. It's always better to ask if you don't know. ^^ yes, you can give your dog those fruits, and others too--just never never give them table grapes or raisins--because they can be toxic to some dogs...so they can cause kidney failure, or even death. >< I don't think they really know why some dogs are affected by grapes and raisins--but it's probably better not to give them at all. You can always Google for other info.

actually, no. did you know that the sugar in the fruits (esp. if you feed it to them often) WILL cause an abundant growth of YEAST in their ears ? ^^ i got this straight from the vet ! dogs CAN eat human food, but it's not recommended. their stomach can't handle random foods especially if they've been eating dog food all their life ! upsets stomachhhh : (

[kiwistar]

This cat is gorgeousss! Is it a certain breed?
I got it from the Alex-Shinae thread where Alex was in a pic with the cat. x3

[GOOMBA]

question !

if a person doesn't want his/her pet anymore, can s/he give it up for adoption at the spca?

[wigglelin]

QUESTION

Yeah...umm...
I really want a dog...Preferably a shih-zu *sighs*
But unfortunately I live in an apartment and
can't keep cats/dogs.

I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions to what kind of
animal I should get for my apartment that can help with my wanting to get a puppy??

Here are the list of pets I have owned, but all went to pet heaven haha
These are throughout my lifetime...and now I'm sort of running out of ideas for a pet: LOL

1) Turtles (even kept the tiny quarter sized ones)
2) Fishes had many many fishes (even a puffer fish) tired of keeping anything that lives in water
3) Baby chicks
4) dwarf hamster (eventually gave birth lol had like 8 babies ^^)
5) Birds
6) crawfish (it was a different type, not the kind you eat lol)
7) miniature frogs
8) Rabbit
9) guinea pig

[Nana]

I have a question about pet insurance. I'm really unlucky with dogs and there's always some complications with every dog I've gotten except my Golden. I just spent almost $3000 on my dogs leg surgeries and he has to go back and get his right one checked out because he's limping again so I don't know if they will have to redo the surgery. So could someone explain how pet insurance works, same as people insurance? And what are reputable dog insurance companies?

[glitzyglam]

Well, boy dogs seem to hump alot..-__- MY LEG. *cough cough* He would still hump a BIT after he was neutered, but now I think he completely stopped. I'm not quite so sure if my dog is JUST part maltese & poodle, but those are the mains. I personally liked girl dogs better before I got my maltipoodle, but he's jsut as great. He farts ALOT. He did just now when I'm replying. Smells supa bad. LOL. 'scuse me, I had to use a book to fan away my dogs fart & he started looking @ me, rofl. I was fanning his butt, ANYWAYS. my mom didn't want a girl 'cause you know... PERIODS. but I later realized, they stopped having periods after being spayed. -___-; so oh well. whatever.

Meet Coffee:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v215/sun...ee/DSC01647.jpg


That's his good angle. (=
My dad cut his hair yesturday, so his cuteness has lessened.

AW. he's such a cutie<3

okay, I guess I need to do more research on dogs because I did NOT know females got periods!

anyway, I didn't know humping was such a big factor! haha, that's kind of funny and cute.. but I know it can get a bit if the dog is humping EVERYTHING.

[novembre1st]

when my mom was out at front yard watering the grass, she said there is a black cat there, very very sweet, she licked my mom's feet...then after a while I saw throw my backyard glass door ..and the cat is there, looking at me through the door..;;; I think its an adult cat, its black with some orange stripes..jade color eyes..kind scary looking...but I think it's very sweet..cuz she looks like she wants to get inside..(I assume its an she..)she kept purring and put her body close to the door..and look at me..for an hour already..

I can't take cat inside because I think I have cat allergy..(when I stay at my friend house--who has cats, I always get puffy eyes, snze, and blah blah blah). In my area ther eis always an afternoon rain, so I'm worrying about the cat..the cat doesnt leave!!!she scratched the glassdoor when I'm not facing her..but when I said "NO" she stopped doing that...she is just too sweet..but my mom told me I cannot take her, it migh tbe one of our neighbors...but the cat is not leaving...and we are not very familiar with the neighbors..

I don't know what to do..the cat is just too sweet..

[rigashi]

AW. he's such a cutie<3

okay, I guess I need to do more research on dogs because I did NOT know females got periods!

anyway, I didn't know humping was such a big factor! haha, that's kind of funny and cute.. but I know it can get a bit if the dog is humping EVERYTHING.

Yea, and spaying females a couple hundred dollars more expensive then neutering males (at least in my area). This is why I also opt for males, and I neuter them as soon as the vet says it's okay.

[chymali]

I have a question about pet insurance. I'm really unlucky with dogs and there's always some complications with every dog I've gotten except my Golden. I just spent almost $3000 on my dogs leg surgeries and he has to go back and get his right one checked out because he's limping again so I don't know if they will have to redo the surgery. So could someone explain how pet insurance works, same as people insurance? And what are reputable dog insurance companies?

Pet Insurance is slightly similar.

There are many different plans, but most have the same idea. Usually, if your dog already has an existing problem, very few companies will insure you. However, the process works something like this:

You pay a certain amount of money every month (depending on how much you want to insure, and the amount you want it to go up to). It's pretty much like human insurance, but it's in a tighter quota. For instance, a human with an existing problem could get insured, but a pet would most definately not be able to.

The most reputable dog insurance company I know of is PetPlan. My puppy had a $1200 bill, and true to their word, they insured it. I had to pay first, of course, but once I submitted the claim, they sent me the cheque.

Hope this helps. (:

[GOOMBA]

I have a question about pet insurance. I'm really unlucky with dogs and there's always some complications with every dog I've gotten except my Golden. I just spent almost $3000 on my dogs leg surgeries and he has to go back and get his right one checked out because he's limping again so I don't know if they will have to redo the surgery. So could someone explain how pet insurance works, same as people insurance? And what are reputable dog insurance companies?

You set up your and your pet's account with them, then pay the insurance company every month (say, $30).

Then you go to the vet, get whatever you want done when you need it done, get your reciept and copy it to the insurance company.

Depending on the coverage you chose, the insurance company will reimburse you with however much money it is.

EDIT >> Oh, the person above me explained it a lot better. XD

[tammywammy]

why do dogs eat their own poop?

[tissuestars]

why do dogs eat their own poop?

I dont know what it is about other dog's poop either. But when we take our little yorkie out for walks at the park, he always go for the poops.

actually, no. did you know that the sugar in the fruits (esp. if you feed it to them often) WILL cause an abundant growth of YEAST in their ears ? ^^ i got this straight from the vet ! dogs CAN eat human food, but it's not recommended. their stomach can't handle random foods especially if they've been eating dog food all their life ! upsets stomachhhh : (

Actally, fruits are good for them.
My dog is spoiled rotten. When we first got him, he would eat dog food, but then when i would leave for work and he stays with my mom, she would feed him tablescraps. a year later, he doenst even touch his dog food.

[MythnoonA]

about dogs eating their own poo >< There's a lot of theories, but I don't think anyone knows the absolute reason. Some reasons are similar to why some humans eat strange things (dirt is one--they think something may be missing in their diet, so it makes them eat it in certain areas because it has minerals they may need) A lot of vets and animal researchers also think some dogs do it because it's part of their genetic history--animal mothers clean up after their babies in the wild, so they won't leave anything for predators to track--there's a few other ideas about it too, like dogs may be bored, or not get enough excersise. My family only had this problem once. with my Lab--but she was much older. It's common. To stop it, which sometimes isn't easy, some vets say to put some Adolph's meat tenderizer in their food (so the stuff comes out less appetizing to them), or tabasco sauce to discourage them from tasting it (don't know if I would even try this)---but if you have a vet, you can ask him or her what you can do. The only other thing they say is not to yell at or hit your dog for doing it (you probably don't--but I'm sure you won't be suprised that some morons do. -__- )

actually, no. did you know that the sugar in the fruits (esp. if you feed it to them often) WILL cause an abundant growth of YEAST in their ears ? ^^ i got this straight from the vet ! dogs CAN eat human food, but it's not recommended. their stomach can't handle random foods especially if they've been eating dog food all their life ! upsets stomachhhh : (

I think it depends-- we've never fed them too much of anything, including fruit. And no-one ever got bad bits from the table (if we don't eat it, neither should our animals =x Including things like chicken and pork bones. ) >< Two of our dogs have come from the same person, and they were raised on a good dry dog food and some cooked and raw human food--and they were never given anything I was unsure of without checking with their human auntie (the breeder) first. By now I know a lot more, but will still ask just to be safe.

[miss_xchunsah]

hi, i need help >_<;
i just came back from florida visiting my cousin, and she has 5 dogs and 2 of those dogs had babies. she said i can take one of the dogs home but i thought nahh cus my parents will say no but i came back home showing my mom the pics of the pups and shes like WHY DIDNT U BRING ONE HOMEE
IM LIKE WTF T____T
and my cousin said i can still have one but i have to find a way to get the dog... o_O;;;;;;;;; is therea way for me to get the pup? the pup is in florida and im in ny >_<;