Do you think this will work for my dog?

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JuJuBee

We have a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, she weighs 130 lbs. We want to get her the Tuff-N-Rugged Large doghouse. It says fits dogs up to 125. It is a really good price at Costco. Does anyone have this house? If so do you think it will be ok for my dog?
More deets: It is just for when we hang out in the backyard.

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I would check out the measurements of it and compare it to a crate measurement, honestly. Measure the dog to the top of the shoulders and add 6 inches. Then measure the dog from the front of the chest to the base of the tail and add 6 inches. Those are the minimum dimensions you'd need for the house.

Im about to get a chihuahua puppy but i dont know what shots it needs,what medication it needs and food/drink?

SUMAN

can anyone help me?

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You should do some research in training especially but for now, get him a reliable vet. He/She will know what shots to give the new puppy. He'll need a distemper, heartworm protection if in warm areas, kennel cough, and some others that i dont remember. He'll need a rabies at 6 months of age and spay/neutered at that age too.

He needs a GOOD quality hollistic premium kibble such as Innova Puppy (which is the best food there is, all human grade meets that pass the USDA inspection) Karma Oragnics, Eagle Pack, Solid Gold, etc. These brands are EXPENSIVE but you will save money on it later on vet bills and you feed less becasue they have no fillers. Innova is what i feed and its 20$/6.6 lbs or 48$/16 lbs (in ottawa)

If you can't afford those prices then i suggest a brand like Wellness or Costco's Kirkland dog food. Those are cheaper but still pretty good.

AVOID foods like IAMS, Eukanuba, pedigree, purina. They might be famous but are HORRIBLE for your dog.

Drink: just give her plenty of water.

Other Supplies: a crate with a divider, crate set, playpen, nylabone, kongs, other chew toys, some stuffed toys, food/water dish, collar, leash, harness, training books, puppy classes

good luck :)

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I really want to save up and get a puppy, how much would it cost?

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All-star

I would like to get a golden retriever from a breeder. I would like a male that is a young puppy. I also would need to get him a bed, dished, toys, vet bill, food, collar, leash, and all the other needs.
I am ready for a dog, I have had one before, and I know the responsibilties

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Puppy from a reputable breeder: probably $800-$1000 for a pet-quality male. (Females are generally more.) Check rescues in your area; they occasionally have puppies.

As far as supplies go, check out places like Sam's and Costco. Also, there are many on-line and catalog retailers (e.g., Pet Edge, JB Wholesale, Drs Foster and Smith). Petsmart, Petco, etc. usually have good quality and a wide selection.

Crate: $60-$80, but you might be able to find a used one for less.

Bed: anywhere from $25-$100+, depending on what it is. These go on sale often. A place like Sam's or Costco is a great place to get one. The crate with crate pad can be used as a bed.

Toys: whatever you want to spend. Sturdy toys like Kongs and Wubbas run around $10 or so. A couple of tennis balls will be cheaper.

Dishes: $8-$10 each. Get dishes that won't tip over, or get an elevated feeder.

Collar and leash: $15 and up. I recommend double layered nylon with a metal buckle collar for an inexpensive but sturdy collar and leash. You can walk your dog on a flat collar, or you can get a training (chain) collar, or a harness, or a Gentle Leader.

Obedience class: $100 or thereabouts for a puppy or beginner class. Training DVD or book: $20 or so.

Food: High quality kibble runs around $1 -$1.25 a pound, and up. You can get food much cheaper, but don't. Good foods that are relatively inexpensive include Authority (Petsmart house brand), Kirkland (Costco house brand), Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul, and Eagle Pak. Any food you buy should have a meat or meat meal as its first ingredient. Avoid corn-based foods, as many dogs are sensitive to corn. Some are also sensitive to wheat and soy. Dogs don't need artificial colors or preservatives either. A 30-pound bag should last one dog about a month.

Treats: Whatever you want to spend. Carrots make excellent treats. You can slice up your own or get those baby carrots. Treats can be bought in bulk from feed stores or catalog companies.

License: it depends on your locale, maybe $15/year

ID tag(s): $7-$8

Grooming supplies. You'll need dental care items, a good comb or rake, shampoo and conditioner, and nail clippers or grinder. $50 maximum.

Vet: It depends. Office visits at my vet are around $40. Rabies and immunizations = ? Rabies usually is given every three years. Look into pet insurance. Many plans are available from several companies. It might be worth it for a young, healthy dog. Or, start your own vet expense savings account.

Heartworm pills: $80/year (12) for a 50-100 pound dog (Interceptor) $66 (Heartguard) Fosters and Smith prices

Neuter (one time expense) $!00 maybe at your vet, but there are low-cost clinics that charge less.

A lifetime of love--PRICELESS!

other types of chewing treats like greenies?

Kelly

what other types of chewing treats are there? (i know greenies arnt good.)
can you tell me the name?
are they good for a dog? like what ingrediesnts do i make sure it doesnt have? . thx.
greenies have known to cause afew dog deaths!

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Why do you say greenies aren't good? They're great for their teeth. But they're expensive. Go to Costco or BJ's and get some pig's ears. It sounds gross but they are all natural and dogs love them. The bonus is-they clean their teeth too! Those flip-chips or rawhide bones are not good and could choke the dog. I can't tell you how many times my dogs swallowed too big of piece of them and almost choked. They need to be supervised if they're given to them. Pig's ears break off easily because they're thinner.

I am including some info on pig's ears:

http://www.animalworldnetwork.com/bbenofchewfo.html

Pig Ears Pig ears . . . we've all seen them . . . we've all smelled them . . . and yes, we've actually touched them. They aren't too appetizing to us, but our dogs love them! They don't mind that they're real pig ears from real pigs. What dogs do know about pig ears, though, is that they...

are all natural pork, ï· are processed with no preservatives, artificial coloring or flavoring,

ï· are tasty and tantalizing,

ï· are great for crate training or as a snack anytime,

ï· won't splinter or crack,

ï· have a high fat content, which helps promote healthy skin and shiny coat,

ï· are an acceptable outlet for their natural chewing needs, and

ï· are 100% digestible; easier to digest than rawhide. Pig ears are high in fat and high in protein. We recommend that you limit the pig ears you feed your dog to no more than one per day for large dogs (over 70 pounds) and proportionately less for smaller dogs.

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