The Pet Thread

[Littlebear]

This is Onslow & Maggie. Maggie's mom got a Fulbright scholarship to go to Finland, so we get to keep Maggie for six months!

[Jordan's World]

Jack.

[kscarrol]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Jack.

Why do I suspect this is a rare moment for you and Jack!

[Jordan's World]

Originally Posted by kscarrol

Why do I suspect this is a rare moment for you and Jack!

Lol, earlier today.

Also, do the more experienced dog owners think his eye will be alright? We got some puppy shampoo in it when I placed him in the tub. It was red.

[Mingwan]

Originally Posted by Littlebear

This is Onslow & Maggie. Maggie's mom got a Fulbright scholarship to go to Finland, so we get to keep Maggie for six months!

Aussie does not seem amused with the situation

[RickFLM4]

Originally Posted by Jordan's World

Lol, earlier today.

Also, do the more experienced dog owners think his eye will be alright? We got some puppy shampoo in it when I placed him in the tub. It was red.

If it doesn’t clear up in a day or so you can think about the vet but unless scratched should be ok. Issue could arise if he scratches the eye because it bothers him but he probably won’t if he hasn’t shown signs of being bothered already. Puppy shampoo should avoid irritation. FYI my wife always puts GenTeal Tears in our dogs’ eyes when they get a bath to help avoid irritation.

[BMW F22]

Can I ask those in the know something? Found a small growth towards end of one of our dogs’ tail. Asked my brother who usually bathes them and was told it’s been there for a long time (at least a year or few year). Looking online it seems to say that if it’s slow growth it’s most likely not dangerous. Also called vet and told the same thing. Of course it’s best to do needle test to be sure but from what it sounds like it is not cancerous. Can anyone chime in? I prefer not to spend $300 if it’s not needed but will if I should. Wanted to get some opinions here.

[BMW F22]

Second picture is what's on my dog's tail and first is what I pulled from a site describing a bunch of different growths, most of which are benign.

[Jordan's World]

Originally Posted by RickFLM4

If it doesn’t clear up in a day or so you can think about the vet but unless scratched should be ok. Issue could arise if he scratches the eye because it bothers him but he probably won’t if he hasn’t shown signs of being bothered already. Puppy shampoo should avoid irritation. FYI my wife always puts GenTeal Tears in our dogs’ eyes when they get a bath to help avoid irritation.

Thank you. I will definitely keep an "eye" on it, lol.

He really doesn't seem phased atm, but I noticed it was red and he was blinking a bit before his nap. He's been sleeping for like 2 hours straight, so I assume all is well. I'm thinking if it was bothering him he'd probably be agitated and not sleeping?

And thats a great idea with eye drops! Will give it a shot.

[N54Yankee]

You’ve gotten shampoo in your own eyes over the years, you’re ok right?
Dog shampoo in very mild cause dogs get it their eyes because they don’t understand to keep them closed. Hope you rinsed it well, your pup will be fine.

[Nuckle]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Second picture is what's on my dog's tail and first is what I pulled from a site describing a bunch of different growths, most of which are benign.

I would get that checked personally. Should not be $300 unless that is what your area demands.

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by Nuckle

I would get that checked personally. Should not be $300 unless that is what your area demands.

That’s NorCal for ya. Everything points to benign so I’m like “hmmm” but probably good for the peace of mind.

[Littlebear]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Can I ask those in the know something? Found a small growth towards end of one of our dogs’ tail. Asked my brother who usually bathes them and was told it’s been there for a long time (at least a year or few year). Looking online it seems to say that if it’s slow growth it’s most likely not dangerous. Also called vet and told the same thing. Of course it’s best to do needle test to be sure but from what it sounds like it is not cancerous. Can anyone chime in? I prefer not to spend $300 if it’s not needed but will if I should. Wanted to get some opinions here.

It should be watched carefully, if not checked by a vet. Any changes in color, shape, size, means get it checked.

Murf

[Littlebear]

Originally Posted by Mingwan

Aussie does not seem amused with the situation

Aussie Maggie kisses up Onslow on the mouth whenever they meet, because Onslow is so alfa!

[Rmtt]

Originally Posted by Littlebear

It should be watched carefully, if not checked by a vet. Any changes in color, shape, size, means get it checked.

Murf

+1.......We had one small one appear on Axle. I had my wife set an appointment immediately. My wife was much more calm than I as she grew up on a farm and always had animals around.

99% of the time...it's nothing serious.....that's what the vet said.

But I didn't have pets growing up...and this being my first one..I freaked out!

[Icecph]

Gah seeing these pet pics only made me want to get a pet more than ever.
I'm wondering if anyone knows where I can acquire a munchkin cat in San Diego area?

[MPOWER5266]

My wife took Hof over to her parents house the other day to run around and this is how he decided to ride over there.

Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr

Then he helped up put the cribs together for our twins we are expecting.

Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr

[Maynard]

Originally Posted by Icecph

Gah seeing these pet pics only made me want to get a pet more than ever.
I'm wondering if anyone knows where I can acquire a munchkin cat in San Diego area?

Call around to the shelters. Specialty breeds may be in demand, but they also have high vet bills, so sometimes harder to adopt out; plus you can get on their list for when one comes in. And you might even see another that you'd want to adopt, even if not a munchkin. If you get a tortie, make sure they throw in free psychiatric care, and at least a quart of betadine .

[Icecph]

Originally Posted by Maynard

Call around to the shelters. Specialty breeds may be in demand, but they also have high vet bills, so sometimes harder to adopt out; plus you can get on their list for when one comes in. And you might even see another that you'd want to adopt, even if not a munchkin. If you get a tortie, make sure they throw in free psychiatric care, and at least a quart of betadine .

Ahh I've checked most adoption sites in my area, different counties too, but haven't seen any...which is pretty crazy.
I'd love to adopt over purchasing, but even if I opt for buying one, there's none in CA smh

[Littlebear]

Originally Posted by Icecph

Ahh I've checked most adoption sites in my area, different counties too, but haven't seen any...which is pretty crazy.
I'd love to adopt over purchasing, but even if I opt for buying one, there's none in CA smh

Pls try to find the breed rescue groups, if you haven't already.

[213e90n51]

You have German Car u must have German aTTaKDOG

[Littlebear]

Originally Posted by 213e90n51

You have German Car u must have German aTTaKDOG

GSD looks very sweet!