I am considering getting pet insurance for my border collie…Gaston. My mother said that I may be able to claim him on my taxes. Is this true?
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If I buy pet insurance, can I claim my dog on my taxes?
Possible Vet Malpractice?
I’m not sure if this is a possible malpractice or not, so before talking to the clinic or possibly a JAG attorney I thought I would check here. Me and my wife had a Border Collie born on June 12. This past Saturday on October 2, she had an an appointment with a vet for [...]
How much to charge for house/dog sitting for 3 dogs?
I was asked to house sit for three border collie dogs. They live quite a way from me and it would be nearly a half hours drive to work (vs 10 minutes from my house) I also go to college, which is a ways from their house. We havent talked of wither or not I [...]
what is the average lifespan of dogs after being diagnosed with hip dysplasia?
my almost-8-yr-old border collie mix was diagnosed with moderate hip dysplasia 3 years ago. she’s been on cosequin, duralactin and rimadyl daily ever since, but seems to be stiffer these days. what is the average lifespan of dogs once they are diagnosed, and how quickly does the disease progress? i am wondering how much longer [...]
What breed of dog would be the most compatible for me and my family?
I live with my parents and my dad is talking about gettting a dog. We have 2 cats- one is almost 14 and the other one is 7 years old. Dad’s cat passed away in February of this year and he’s been talking about getting a dog ever since. Dad talks about getting a Lab [...]
can anyone make dog harness for disabled dogs needs two handles one by neck one by bum for picking up?
can anyone make dog harness for disabled dogs needs two handles one by neck one by bum for picking up must be thick lining and strong need one for border collie and one for staff both disabled. can you help
My dog is very bored of me because I have a business in walking/pet sitting other dogs, and I dont… … …?
And I dont have time to spend with her. I feel very guilty because she is so depressed. By the time I am finished ‘work’ it is time for dinner and then I have to do dishes and take out the garbage and then I read for 30 mins before bed (I HAVE to read [...]
Got a new puppy a week ago and she gets in my other dogs bed?
We already had a male 3 year old collie/lab cross and we got a female 12 week old border collie a week ago. Over the last couple of days she has been getting in the older dogs bed instead of her own. He hasn’t growled at her but he puts his ears back when she [...]
What do I put in the bottom of my puppy’s crate?
So I am getting this border collie puppy and i need something to put in the bottom of his crate. people said not to put an actual dog bed because if he chewed it up he could get sick. i was wondering if there is some kind of puppy proof yet comfortable and cheap bed [...]
My Parvo Story…This the story of my 10 week old puppy surviving Parvo and all the hell that Parvo brings!?
I wanted to post this becuase I have just had a personal experience with Parvo. My 10 week old Border/Collie Dalmation mix just won his battle with this horrible virus! About a month ago my husband and I had to put down our 4 year old Beagle, Jackson. This was heartbreaking for us but we [...]
need help from a dog trainer?
I have a 2 1/2 yr old border collie and hes always been the softest thing ever. Could trust him with my life. But recently he has started getting extremely grumpy when i try to get him of the sofa or my bed…or move him in general from a room. As soon as i go [...]
Border Collies as a ‘first’ dog?
As the title suggests, I’ll be getting my first Border Collie (& first ever dog) this summer. I’ve loved this particular breed ever since I was a small child, & I’m looking forward to spending the tons of spare time I have with the dog. However, I have been told (on more than one occasion) [...]
What is the best temperature to keep a heated dog bed at?
I have just purchased a heated dog bed with a thermostat. I am wondering if the dog is outdoors, what temperature should the bed be set to. We live in cold climate. 40-50 degrees farenheit most days. She is a border collie with medium length hair. The outside weather is usually 40-50 degrees farenheit. This [...]
Experience with AVN (Avascular Necrosis)?
Last week I picked up a short term18m/o border collie foster who had undiagnosed Avasular necrosis. On intake I was told he was aggressive and failed his temperament test but everybody loved him when he was in a "good mood". I noticed he was guarded and occasionally had a rear limp which seemed to be [...]
Crochet pattern for a larger dog bed?
I’d like ones with sides. And my dog is a Border Collie, so she’s going to be on the larger side.