Q. I'm going away for Christmas and she said that it would take 160 bucks to take care of my puppy.
Is that too much? Or reasonable?
Is that too much? Or reasonable?
A. i think that if it just for during the day, that is an extremly high price. i babysit dogs in my neighbor hood all the time and i chagre $5 per day per dog. and although i know that is hella cheaper than any kennel, its also not extremly outragious as $160!
I need someone to take care of my puppy while im gone?
Q. I'm going to be going out of town and i need someone to take care of my puppy while Im gone. Where can i find somebody to do the job in Manhattan kansas?
A. Check the yellow pages for the boarding kennels in your area, and check the BBB for their reliability. You can go inspect the premises in person before you board them. This is the only reliable way to do it unless you can leave them with a reliable relative or friend. Either way it will cost you something, but the dog is worth it, isn't it?
Papaw
Papaw
Does anyone know the initial steps in taking care of a puppy?
Q. I just got a puppy two days ago. He is a Husky/Collie, and LOOKED very healthy. But I have noticed that his stomach is bloated and he is full of tapeworms. He looks to be about 10 weeks old, and he has not received any shots or anything. I need to know how much it should cost to nurse him back to health. Does anyone know how much his puppy shots are going to be? I also need to know how much it costs to get rid of the worms. Is it a pill that I have to give him, or is he going to have to stay at the vet's office? He runs around and plays, and the worms don't seem to hurt him. But I know this is something that needs to be taken care of now, he isn't getting his nutrients. Please help. Any sites you know of with puppy care info, or anything you know would definitely help. I haven't had a puppy since I was a little kid, and I need to know what to do. Thanks!
Another thing, if Mojo, my puppy, has tapeworms, is there a chance that he has fleas on him still carrying the tapeworm eggs? And if he does still have those fleas, can my boyfriend or I get tapeworms? What about the other puppy that Mojo socializes with?
Another thing, if Mojo, my puppy, has tapeworms, is there a chance that he has fleas on him still carrying the tapeworm eggs? And if he does still have those fleas, can my boyfriend or I get tapeworms? What about the other puppy that Mojo socializes with?
A. Take the puppy to the vet. He needs to be dewormed, which is usually a two time dose of med. I really can't estimate how much the visit will be, however, he will need a series of shots, that is not a one time deal. (the wormining medication will most likely be administered in the office the firt time and you will give them the second dose at home about 2 weeks later.) Call local vets for pricing, you can compare. But honestly having dealt with many vets, you should get recommendations from friends like you would if you were picking a doctor for yourself. Not every vet will have the same mannerisms and way with animals. If all else fails check a local animal control center, they may have programs for people who want to keep pets but have $ issues. Our local animal shelter provides food. Maybe that would subsidize cost while you pay for vet bills. good luck!
How do you take care of newborn puppies?
Q. my dog gave birth to 7 healthy puppies this morning and i wanted to know if there are any tips on taking care of them. Like,. tempurature of the room and stuff like that.
Thanks in advance =]
uhm actually its our family dog! im sure my mom knows this i was just asking..
Thanks in advance =]
uhm actually its our family dog! im sure my mom knows this i was just asking..
A. Right now, the pups' mom will do just about everything the puppies will need. For your part, keep the room where the dogs are warm, dimly lit (so it looks like a "den"), and clean. Normal room temperature is fine if the pups are able to snuggle against mom for warmth when they need it.
Keep other animals and very small children away from the mom and her babies, and keep the place as quiet as possible. Try not to handle the pups too much, and don't handle them at all if their mom objects to them being touched. (Some mother dogs can viciously defend their litter if they think their pups are in danger.)
Keep an ear out for the pups. It's normal for them to make little mewling noises, but if they start screaming and whining a lot it usually means they're not getting enough nourishment from the mom and may need to be supplemented with bottled formula.
Also keep an eye out for mom "rejecting" any of the pups. Mother dogs will reject pups that they believe are unhealthy, and may push the pups away from them, not allow them to nurse, or even kill them. Check the pups each day to make sure everyone is warm and happy and fattening up nicely.
Your puppies eyes and ears have not yet finished developing so it's very important that you NOT try to force the eyes open. The eyes will open (at about week 2) as soon as they're finished developing.
Good luck with your new brood!
Keep other animals and very small children away from the mom and her babies, and keep the place as quiet as possible. Try not to handle the pups too much, and don't handle them at all if their mom objects to them being touched. (Some mother dogs can viciously defend their litter if they think their pups are in danger.)
Keep an ear out for the pups. It's normal for them to make little mewling noises, but if they start screaming and whining a lot it usually means they're not getting enough nourishment from the mom and may need to be supplemented with bottled formula.
Also keep an eye out for mom "rejecting" any of the pups. Mother dogs will reject pups that they believe are unhealthy, and may push the pups away from them, not allow them to nurse, or even kill them. Check the pups each day to make sure everyone is warm and happy and fattening up nicely.
Your puppies eyes and ears have not yet finished developing so it's very important that you NOT try to force the eyes open. The eyes will open (at about week 2) as soon as they're finished developing.
Good luck with your new brood!
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