what pain meds can i give my dog for a hurt leg?

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Amanda Har

my Vizsla jumped up to grab a frisbee from our bradford pear tree and landed on a steel bucket (bobcat) and continued to play and is now hurting WHAT DO WE DO?

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Make sure there's no broken skin nor torn nails etc.
Cage rest your dog for the rest of the weekend, and only walk on a leash outside to potty and right back in. If your dog will sit quietly without being in a crate, then ok to leave out with the family. No playing, no running, no leaping, no frisbee, no playing with other dogs. Rest.

If your dog stops using a leg, carrying it, then I would go to an emergency vet. If just sore, then it can probably wait until Monday. If your dog gets worse and worse, need to see a vet before Monday.

Do NOT give your dog human meds!!!!! They can cause stomach ulcer, and then you'll have your dog vomiting blood, in addition to pain from the injury. Don't even think about giving human meds.
I have seen the ulcers before from that, and it's bad.

Can you tell me more about this breed called Vizsla?

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Please tell me more about this breed like how much you feed him and ....

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My major concerns would be:
Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation. Vizslas MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored -- which they usually express by barking and destructive chewing. Bored Vizslas are famous for chewing through drywall, ripping the stuffing out of sofas, and turning your yard into a moonscape of giant craters.

If you simply want a pet for your family, and don't have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking, or to get involved in hunting, or advanced obedience, or tracking, or agility (obstacle course), or a similar canine activity, I do not recommend this breed. Trying to suppress their "hardwired" desire to run and work, without providing alternate outlets for their high energy level, can be difficult.

Bounciness. Young Vizslas (up to about two years old) romp and jump with great vigor, and things can go flying, including people.

If you have small children, or if you or anyone who lives with you is elderly or infirm, I do not recommend Vizsla puppies. The temptation to bounce is just too strong in many young Vizslas.

Separation anxiety. More than most other breeds, Vizslas need a great deal of companionship and do not like being left alone for more than a few hours. They tend to express their unhappiness through destructive chewing and barking. If you work all day, this is not the breed for you.

Providing enough socialization. Vizslas need extensive exposure to people and to unusual sights and sounds. Otherwise their natural caution can become shyness or suspiciousness, which are difficult to live with.

Mind of their own. Vizslas are not Golden Retrievers. The best Vizslas are versatile working dogs, capable of learning a great deal, but they have an independent mind of their own, can be stubborn, and are easily distracted by exciting sights, scents, and sounds. You must show them, through absolute consistency and great patience, that you mean what you say and that they must pay attention to you.

Shedding. For such a shorthaired dog, Vizslas shed more than you might think. Their short coarse hairs come off on your hands when you pet them, and stick tenaciously to your clothing, upholstery, and carpeting.

Housebreaking. The pointing breeds can be a bit slow to pick this up. Expect several months of consistent crate training.

Health problems. Seizures and epilepsy are major problems, along with hip and eye disorders, bleeding disorders, skin diseases, and cancer

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Any advice for a future new dog owner?

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Sokha

I have a good friend of mine whose dog gave birth to puppies a few months ago. The puppies are a mixed breed and are probably a Pomeranian/Chihuahua. I'm thinking about bringing one of them into my family, most likely it'll be a male. We have two adults, a teenager, and 7 year old boy in the family. The dog may have to stay by itself for some hours during the day when summer is over and the kids go back to school.

I'm worried that the dog may be possessive of his toys and food. Is there any advice to deal with that or prevent it? We've never had a family dog so are there any good advice or tips for new dog owners?

By the way, thanks for any help. [:

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How is the temperament on the parents of the litter? The apple really doesn't fall far from the tree!
In my opinion, Toy dogs don't make the best family dogs. I'd recommend one of the Sporting breeds for a child. My all-time favorite mid-sized dog for kids is the English (or Welsh) Springer Spaniel. They require some grooming, but don't shed too much, are generally great with kids and easy to train. Females are a little bit easier than males, but either should make a terrific pet. They will need a good thirty minute walk every day.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Pekingese are great too and need less exercise. They are small, sweet and generally quiet.

Vizslas, Setters, Labs and Goldens are usually great with kids but they're bigger and are very boisterous until they are about two. Labs shed a LOT.

Dogs require a lot of time, energy and money to take care of properly. If the dog isn't properly trained, it can chew up your house and your stuff. If it's not housebroken, it can ruin your floors and your furniture.

A good purebred pup can cost $1000 or more. Even "free" dogs cost money to take care of. A crate, books and supplies can cost up to $300. Puppy shots are $200, then $100 a year for boosters. Annual Heartworm test and preventative medication $100. Professional trainer $600 and up. Going on vacation? Boarding kennel $40/day. Spaying? $250.

All small dogs are harder than average to housebreak - small dogs have small bladders and need to go out about every four hours. Many tiny dogs tend to be spoiled, yappy little ankle-biters if they're not raised properly. They tend to be fragile and easily stepped on - a broken leg in a Chihuahua can cost you a bundle for the delicate surgery. They are not ornaments to show off in a Prada shoulder bag - they are living breathing animals that need care and training. If you raise it properly, you can have a great dog.

BEFORE you get any dog you should read some great books on training. (Try not to pick books randomly - there are a lot of bad books out there also!) These are some of my favorites and you can get them on Amazon.com
What All Good Dogs Should Know - Volhard
Good Owners, Great Dogs - Brian Kilcommins
Dog Tricks : Eighty-Eight Challenging Activities for Your Dog from World-Class Trainers by Haggerty and Benjamin
Don't Shoot the Dog - Pryor
Training Your Dog: The Step by Step Method - Volhard
Dog Problems - Benjamin
Cesar's Way - Cesar Millan
Also, watch the Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. Cesar Millan is the best trainer I've ever seen on TV.
http://www.dogpsychologycenter.com/

What breed of dog should I get, large inside dog?

Q. So i've been thinking about getting an inside dog again, my old dog was a Beagle she passed away about 2 years ago and she was a joy. I really loved her because she didn't shed to much and the "drool" was really minimum. I trained my beagle myself and found it not to be that hard(crate stuff).---Now to the new stuff, id like to get a bigger dog like a Bloodhound size but I've been reading and I'm not sure if its the right dog for me. The thing that made me not want the bloodhound is the drooling, I have a great big yard(apox: 4 acres) and a rather large house(6100 sq/feet)that would offer plenty of room for a big dog, its just that its hard to keep up with where all he has been to clean up the drool if it is too much. I like the look of the bloodhound and their history, the things that i read about them look great and they seem like loveable dogs. If there is any other information I missed please ask! Any help greatly appreciated!

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most large breeds drool. so even if someone reccomends a dog in this, none of us can guarantee that that dog will never drool.
the more skin the dog has around the mouth (like drooping like the blood hound) the more likely it would drool.
and dogs can drool if they're fixated on something. (like say a squrriel or something. ) and dogs can have a obsessive compulsive behavior too which can lead to drooling. (just watch out for obsessive behavior is what i'm trying to tell you)

i personally like great danes, samoyed, siberian husky, husky hybrid (1/2 wolf), spitz, kuvasz, vizsla, weimaraner, nova scotia duck tolling retriever...etc.

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