Do pet stores sell puppies to minors?
im 17 years old and i want to buy a puppy for my mom's birthday next week and i know she really wants a puppy badly so i want to suprise her with one on her birthday, and im willing to spend my saved up money on a puppy for her cause i want a puppy too lol. so if i go to a pet store where they sell puppies will i be able to buy one?
Whats The Best Breed of Hamster For My Lifestyle And Personality?
I want a hamster that I can hold, pet, touch, and form a bond with. I don't want a nippy hamster that's fidgety and aggressive so that I can never pick it up. I also would like it too be semi easy to care for, since it would be my first hamster. I don't want it too be stinky and oily. I want to be able to take it out of its cage and put it in a mobile ball to run around in. I don't want an escape artist hamster. I've visited my friends house before and she had a Roborovski hamster and personally, I didn't really like its attitude and size. It was so small...we started putting it into the mobile ball and it kept slipping from our hands. He got lost...2 times. But we finally found him. Also, I'd really prefer to have only 1 hamster. I'm not sure I can handle 2 at the time so please, no hamsters that get lonely easily and NEED a denmate. And lastly, what type of cage, bedding, food and toys do you recommend for a hamster? Also, bottled water or tap water? Thanks! ♥
Beagle, Shiba inu, or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Help me choose?
Just because a dog is small doesn't mean it's the right choice for you. :) Different small dogs were bred for different things so depending on your lifestyle, none of these could be the breed for you! Shiba Inu are attractive little dogs that have surely won the hearts of many, but the truth is that they make very poor pets for many people who are more used to "doggier" personalities. Shiba Inu very much have a "what's in it for ME?" attitude and can be very aloof and very difficult to bond with. Beagles were bred to hunt and have a tendency to follow their noses. They'll ignore the call of their owner to chase a scent, so they cannot really be trusted off-leash. Beagles are good-natured and very social but have a tendency to howl or "bay" when left alone. They can make good pets for the right people. CKC Spaniels were bred purely to be companions and are sweet-natured dogs, but probably a poor choice for more active people that like to run or jog. Out of the breeds you listed, this one is probably the one most appropriate to your situation. :) Whatever breed you decide on, it's very important to find a good breeder who health tests and shows or works their stock to prove their dogs are worthy of continuing the breed. Each of the breeds mentioned above is susceptible to genetic abnormalities that can drastically shorten a dog's life, which is why it's so important to find a breeder who tests for these problems and does not breed dogs that have them. Here are some helpful links: http://www.shibas.org/ http://clubs.akc.org/NBC/ http://www.ckcsc.org/ Start at these websites when looking for a breeder; they are the parent clubs of the breeds you mentioned. http://members.tripod.com/antique_fcr/goodbreeder.html http://www.ygrr.org/adopt/adopt-finding-reputable-breeder.htm http://www.thedachshundnetwork.com/respbrdr.htm Above are some guidelines for finding a good breeder. Make sure you read about the breeds you're interested in and do your homework!! Best of luck!
How do you pick the best dog to get as a pet?
The first thing you need to do is ask yourself “Am I HONESTLY ready to commit to taking care of another lifeform for the next 10+ years?” Be honest with yourself. You’re going to have to deal with hundreds if not thousands of dollars in vet bills. Dogs can’t speak our language so if something seems wrong with them, we won’t know what it is exactly. They could look like they’re about to vomit and it turns out they’ve just got a blade of grass up their nose. Yes, that’s happened to me.If you’ve made it this far and truly want a companion in a dog, next step is to evaluate your lifestyle. Do you want to take your dog everywhere you go with you whether it just be for long walks through the town, hiking, hunting etc. All dogs need something to do with their lives to occupy them, which in turn saves your furniture. A bored dog is a destructive dog. But worked out dog is a happy dog. Always keep that in mind.Next, once you’ve figured that out, time to find which breed best fits your lifestyle. There are many, many dog breeds to choose from so just look up which dog is best suited for your lifestyle so you’re happy, and so is the dog. Everyone wins. But if you just want a lap dog who’s going to sit there with you all day and won’t have the time of day to mess up the house, your best bet would be to get an old dog from a shelter. Picking the right dog can definitely be a tedious process, but in the end once everything is done, you’ll be satisfied.
Is it bad to pick at my dog's scab?
My dog got a gash right behind her left shoulder. It's scabbed over and I just can't help, but pick at the lose stuff! I don't do it until she bleeds, just the that's already come off naturally. Is this bad? Should I stop doing it? Thanks!
What do people look for while selecting a pet?
Depends on how much thought they’re putting into it. A lot of people just want their pet to be cute or cool, without considering whether it will fit into their budget and lifestyle. The number of people on this very site asking about keeping various wild animals as pets is evidence enough for that.But for those who do think about it, these are the most important things to consider:Can you afford its food, medical care, and other needs?Do you have enough room to keep it happy? (And for dogs, are you willing to take it for walks if you don’t?)Do you have time to play with it if necessary, and to clean its cage/tank if it has one?Does it require any special equipment like heating lamps or water filters?If you have kids, is it safe to have around them?If it needs house-training, are you willing to put in the time and effort to teach it?That’s just the basics. Depending on your particular situation, you may need to ask even more questions.
How should I select a dog from a shelter?
It is really up to you on how you select a dog or any animal from a shelter. But some good things to look at would be-health: as the future owner, you need to take into consideration that it will be your job to bring the animal back to health, and maintain it-age: a puppy may last for a short time in a shelter because of a high demand vs an old dog may be there for a longer time-breed: depending on your lifestyle and housing situation, different breeds may fit better in your home. An Australian Shepherd probably would not be the best choice if you have an apartment little time because they’re high energy. Whereas a dog like a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel will likely be a bit less energy.You can also talk to the volunteers and employees at the shelters. They want to see the dogs be adopted and hopefully will have a few comments about each one. You may find out that the pug in the corner is really shy and hates cats, but the Greyhound mix loves them. Or one doesn’t get along with other dogs or is afraid of children. In the end it is up to you, but everyone would be happiest in the long run if you are able to weigh the pros and cons and talk to someone that knows the animal individually.