I have a orange tabby but I know next to nothing about it can you list something about it.

- M

To give you a detailed description of your cats personality and characteristics I would need to first know what breed your cat is. The interesting thing about the Tabby is that contrary to popular opinion it is not actually a breed of cat.

Tabby, is in fact the name of the markings on the coat and not the name for a cat breed. It is a common mistake that people make, there are so many tabby cats that it is common for people to think that they are in fact a breed.]]>Caring for a Guinea Pighttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/caring-for-a-guinea-pig.html[Dr Liz]2010-03-02T14:08:21ZGuinea Pig Guinea Pig how to look after Guinea Pigs new pet owners

I read a lot of books and I memorized a lot of information about guinea pigs because I want one as a pet but my mom still says NO! Is there any information I overlooked that might not make her trust me? Or do you have advice so I can make her trust me?

From,

Victoria

Victoria, this is a difficult situation to be in, it sounds like you have really done your research. It may not be information that your mom needs to change her mind. Often parents have other reasons for not getting a pet.]]>Cornish Rex Cat breedhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cornish-rex-cat-breed.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-25T15:05:02ZCATS cat cat breeds cat personality traits hypoallergenic pet

The Cornish Rex is a great breed for people who suffer from allergies. This cat is said to be hypoallergenic, although no cat is completely hypoallergenic this breed has a greatly reduced allergy rate. This is due to the unique coat.

]]>Cats Purrhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cats-purr.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-23T14:03:48ZCATS cat cat behavior cat communication cat healing

It has still not been scientifically discovered exactly how the purring sound is made. Although scientist have tried to discover the key, cats actually do not have any unique physical features that stand out as being the key to the noise production.]]>Cats Teeth Cleaninghttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cats-teeth-cleaning.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-20T15:03:02ZCATS cat cat dental hygiene cat health dental cleaning

The process of cleaning your cats teeth can be a difficult, it is a routine that you need to ease your cat into. Once your cat is accustomed to the process, it will make for a healthy and happy pet.]]>Cleaning a dogs earshttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cleaning-a-dogs-ears.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-18T14:03:52ZDOGS dog dog cleaning dog grooming dog health

Not all dogs will allow you to clean their ears, this is something that you should gauge before proceeding. If your dog becomes distressed when you attempt to get near or play with its ears. Then you may wish to leave ear cleaning to the capable hands of your local vet.

This only needs to be done every few weeks, to maintain simple ear cleanliness.]]>Norwegian buhund doghttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/norwegian-buhund-dog.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-16T14:00:27ZDOGS Westminister Kennel Club Dog show. dog dog breed ]]>Cryptorchidism in dogshttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cryptorchidism-in-dogs.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-13T15:08:40ZDOGS dog dog breeding dog health dog pedigree

...I'm wondering if you can advise other then the local vet on who i should speak to about a pedigree puppy who was sold by an Eastern States breeder to somebody over here in the west who wanted to show him on a professional basis. However the puppy is now 15 wks old and one testicle has not descended. Because of this condition the current purchaser does not want the dog as he cannot show it. I would like to know what medical implications this has on the puppy and it's future. Any suggestions as to who i can seek advice from?

Appreciate any assistance you can offer

Thanking you :-)

Karen]]>Cat Peeing Problemhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cat-peeing-problem.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-11T14:05:13ZCATS cat cat behavior cat health cat house training cat urinating

My cat -a spayed female longhair has begun to pee all over the place. All over the house -putting her back end toward the area she pees in. I have tried different spray repellents but they haven't helped.

Alexis Fasolka

There are a number of different reasons that could explain why your cat has started urinating in places around your house. Cats dislike interruption to routine, they can start peeing in other areas of the house as a reaction to change. Some reasons for changes in behavior.]]>Things to do for valentineshttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/things-to-do-for-valentines.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-10T14:06:35ZPETS choosing pets pet pets and love valentines pets

I'm trying to get a girl to love me for all the wrong reasons, I know. But I think it would be real wise to bring a little furry critter into my life. That way, she has more reasons to come hang around at the office. Good plan, right? Or are we forming a loveless romance where only the pet will suffer?

Scotty Susskind

]]>Bengal Cat Personalityhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/bengal-cat-personality.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-08T15:00:06ZCATS cat cat behavior cat breeds cat personality traits]]>Bringing home a new cathttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/bringing-home-a-new-cat.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-06T14:04:49ZCATS cat cat behavior cat integration new cat old cat new cat

This past November we lost our old boy cat to cancer. We have a 14 year old female calico that seemed to be depressed since he died. Three weeks ago we adopted a 2 year old male cat (orange-like Garfield) to keep her company. Needless to say, she does not like him. Every time he goes near her she hisses and grumbles. Is there something I can do to help them get along. He's not aggressive, but if she swats at him he'll swat back. Luckily, no blood loss.....yet. Thank you!

Christa Sangataldo

The task of initiating a new cat into your family is always a challenge. It is a difficult situation for both cats involved, as you said Calico is lamenting the loss for her companion. Cats are creatures of habit and can get very rattled when circumstances in their environment change.]]>New Dog Vaccinationshttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/new-dog-vaccinations.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-04T15:00:59ZDOGS dog dog health puppy health puppy information

What shots and various things should a puppy get before you can take it home.

- BJ

The amount and type of vaccinations your dog requires depends on the age of your dog. To protect your new puppy it must be vaccinated, beginning the process between six and eight weeks, and repeating every three to four weeks after. This process will go on until the puppy is between sixteen and twenty weeks old.]]>Cat and milkhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/cat-and-milk.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-03T14:23:29ZCATS cat cat and lactose cat diet cat health cat intolerance ]]>Dog eating cat litterhttp://www.askdrliz.com/vet-advice/dog-eating-cat-litter.html[Dr Liz]2010-02-01T14:04:45ZDOGS dog dog behavior dog feeding dog nutrition

My dog sometimes sneaks into the room where the litter box is eats the kitty litter. Will it hurt him? we try to watch him and close the door but we forget sometimes.

- M

Dogs eating cat litter is actually a common problem. Although numerous studies have been conducted, it is still unclear as to what exactly makes them do it. Eating excessively amounts of cat litter can damage your dogs digestive track. Potential blockages in the intestines can cause your dog to be seriously ill. Please take comfort in the fact that you are not the only person struggling with this issue.]]>