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Hi! I've posted a few threads about Luke, my little chihuahua/carin terrier, who has at least slight separation anxiety. I changed his name to Chico (Chi for short), because he's part Spanish, and he looks like a little man (Chico = boy in Spanish) with his dark facial markings! Within...

I don't want to sound like Captain Obvious... But I can only imagine this is true because of their considerably large head in comparison to the body. Odd though, you think they would have adapted to better fit. Maybe not though, being that they are bred more to be companion dogs... if I'm not...

Most information I've read states that lovebirds "cannot" talk. However, my Fischer's Lovebird, Maria, is definatly making attempts. She seems to be trying to sound out "pretty" as of late... oh how sweet. As for the photos of the dogs... Indeed, those dogs look miserable! One photo...

My pup has separation anxiety issues when I leave for work at night... A couple times per week during the day/evenings, I will take him to a park, on a car ride or whatever just so he is out and social/getting excersise. Do you think this could be negatively influencing his...

LOL! I can clearly visualise the sort of thought you had portrayed for his potential response to my return with biscuits!! Alright -- so, should I give him a treat when he kennels for the night?? It would seem to be a good idea in that he will learn that if he kennels he is getting rewarded...

I believe dogs and other animals feel as well as we humans do. Our minds are more highly developed than that of a dog, however I am under the impression that their intuition and empathetic qualities are quite keen. Being that dogs are pack animals also incinuates the ability to communicate...

And now for good news... Tonight as I left, Luke's yelping lasted only a few minutes! (or so I think!!) I waited outside my building to listen for him as I was driving out but I did not hear anything. I hope it stayed that way the whole night. Of course I do not know, but I assume they...

My new pup (first puppy I've ever had) is also suffering from separation anxiety. I have been told to leave the house with Luke (puppy) in the crate for a few minutes at a time, and gradually increase the blocks, then give him a treat when you return. Tell him he's such a good boy for waiting...

I'm sorry to hear about the loss. I do think it was best for the dog as it seems he does not like mankind. Good luck with the new pup, actually when I was looking into getting a dog I was hoping for a schipperke! I bet she's wayyy cute. Remember, patience is key! I think it's odd though...

Alright, so some of you may know about my pup Luke. He has separation anxiety which I am trying to work with. I am thinking about taking him to the vet to discuss what sort of options are available if it must come to this. However I am giving it a week or so. I have been offered a pair...

It may be a good idea to put your dog into anothers hands for a while, if not permanently. He will indeed be better off in the end, no matter what happens to your baby. It's important for you right now to take a better focus on yourself and your life. You're only 18 -- but you're also now...

! I completely relate on this -- my dear is 3 months old as well and I'm having the same apt. issues as natalia... I do know that the more often you ignore themthe less they'll whine... if you baby them when they want it, it's like training them to be so vocal to get your attention! Great...

I have not tried that, renee, but I bought him some new toys today -- so I will try that tommorrow if the toy thing doesn't work tonight! Last night I left my home in tears, completely stressed out because he was howling again! ACH!! I am SURE he woke all my neighbors+ up! Of course I am...

-this is the photo of Luke that the previous owners had posted on a newpaper's website, the classified section. The batteries in my camera are dead right now but at some point I'll definatly be taking more complimentary photos of him.- Thanks guys! You've all given a lot of great help and...

Thank you so much for all the replys... It's good to get varied insight on this. Howevever, last night I could not get out the door for work because she was howling and yelping -- I live in a small apt. complex, some of the homes do have dogs themselves -- so I couldn't leave to have the whole...

Hi all, Just today I adopted a Carin Terrier and Chiuhuahua mix, Luke. He's only a puppy at 3 months old. Can anyone tell me anything about what type of a personality he might take on (I understand animals are/can be as individual as a human, but I've only had one dog in my past and I am no...

Hi all, I got my first darling dog (actually he's a puppy yet) earlier today -- I will be keeping her in a carry kennel to sleep while I'm away at work, overnights. My question is, should I leave her food and water dishs in the kennel while I'm away? I know this sounds like a silly...