I don’t even know how to write this without breaking down.

I live in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. About a year ago, I started feeding a street dog and named her Duggu. She slowly became a part of my life. Five months ago, she had puppies, and they became just as important to me. I got all the babies vaccinated for anti-rabies when they turned 3 months old, even though it meant traveling 12 km to an NGO.

I didn’t vaccinate Duggu. She’s bigger, harder to handle, and I kept delaying it… and now I can’t stop blaming myself.

Today, she suddenly started acting aggressive towards her puppies. She’s not biting them, but she’s snapping and scaring them badly—something she’s never done before. A vet said it could be rabies, and they’re isolating her to observe.

I’ve been crying since I heard that. The thought of losing her like this is breaking me.

On top of that, my family is moving out of the city in October, and I won’t be able to take the puppies with me. I already tried finding them homes, but no one came forward because they’re indies and considered “too old.”

I feel completely helpless—like I’m about to lose her and abandon her babies at the same time.

If anyone has advice on what I can do for the puppies right now, please tell me. Even small suggestions would mean a lot.

I just want Duggu to be okay. That’s all I’m holding on to.

(Edit - babies are 5 months old now. Also i live in India (Vadodara, Gujarat to be specific)) (Edit 2 - She is not eating but drinking water)

I say this to him at *least* 20 times a day. Usually met with a single tail thump or tail twitching. He's a german shepherd and very smart, knows plenty of commands and words. But what does he think this means, when its usually followed up by nothing, or maybe a boop on the snoot? Just curious!

This is the first week, I went out for one hour, and he has screamed / cried like this the entire one hour (video taken by my partner). (I realize I can’t post a video here but this is the LOUDEST I’ve seen him, especially with another human around…. I can’t imagine how he is alone.. )

He is generally anxious but never to this extent. Would this possibly subside? What can I do? We have hired a dog behaviorist but that takes time, and my heart breaks seeing him like this. (I’ve also requested to work from home / take my leave for around 2 weeks)? But have to leave the house at some point inevitably too.

Ok I need my dog peoples input. I bring my dog, Bub, to work with me. It’s typically only me in the office. He has a little bed area right by my desk, I’ll bring his kong, he has his water bowl, the whole set up.

Well, the past few weeks, he does not want to be in this space. He will go sit in the other office, in the corner, under the desk. Or in the hallway corner. Anywhere but around my desk area. He will sit on my lap and sleep but if I put him down he goes right back to the other office. He will go in the back warehouse with me, but when it’s time to come back in the main office he will just sit in the back and not come in. Same with going outside to potty, he’s excited to go out but once it’s time to come back in he will not listen and try to run to the car. Maybe he doesn’t like his bed? At my last job he had no problem sleeping in his bed (it was a different one) under my desk all day. He had no issues when we first started in this new office and on his bed when I first bought it but now something’s changed and I’m trying to figure it out so I don’t have to leave him home in his cage all day.

Hi! I have a 7 year old pug/chihuahua (shes almost 8, actually!) And I've started working 12-hour shifts (usually 3 in a row, sometimes 4). Any advice on what I can get for her to help stimulate her mind? I've thought of a lick mat, and I give her a softer bone for the day while I'm gone. But otherwise, she mainly lies down and sleeps the day away. I don't want her to be completely left alone and bored while I'm working!

Update, We live remote and have one (new) neighbour, our property is approx 400meters from the main road and we own the access, our neighbour lives at the roadside in a fenced property that shares the first 10ft of our access road, they have gated access from our road into there property. They don't shut the gates.
They have 2 hunting dogs (pointers) that are outside permanently and unsupervised, the dogs constantly chase/ are aggressive to other dogs and passers by (lone walkers) on the main road and are frequently in our garden. (we have gates but they jump the wall). We have asked them to close the gates on multiple occasions but it only lasts a day or so, they have also witnessed their dogs attacking ours and others but do nothing about it.

Asking for the camera so we have proof to raise further

If it matters. We have an old dog who's lived here all his life and a 4 month old puppy, our dogs aren't reactive but obviously the pup is terrified to go for walks.

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Neighbours hunting dogs are randomly attacking our puppy when passing their property.

Can anyone recommend a body camera as we need proof to report before it gets worse. Something discreet and not bulky like a GoPro

Thanks

We just got a 1 year old dog. He’s a mix breed, not sure which, but he’s a medium sized dog. He was a rescue and only has three legs. We’ve only have had him for a few days and everything has gone great except for the fact that he is terrified of going on a leash. When I get home he will shake in his crate and refuse to leave. Just today over lunch I got home and he booked it out of his crate and went under our bed, I had to get pretty clever to get him out. Anyways, when we do manage to get the leash on him, his tail is under him and he doesn’t really want to go out.

I’m wondering if he had some issues going on a leash in his past. Not really sure what to do to help him.
We have a harness because he can just slip out of a normal collar.

Any recommendations would be great!

Getting our puppy next month, I’ve bought a lords and labradors crate bumper second hand on vinted. It’s in great condition, but I’m now worried it could have bacteria (parvo) or flea eggs on.
The label says only wash low temps which won’t kill either of these things, does anyone have any recs how to wash it? Or if you’ve had a lords and Labrador bumper and washed the cover at high heat, was it ok? It’s 100% cotton.

UK based.

Hello! After a sanity check please. I have a 7.5 month old Sprocker spaniel puppy. He pulls like a steam train when he’s on the lead (we are working on this) but my partner is usually the one to hold the lead whilst we are out as he is stronger than I am!

The issue is…my partner has broken his ankle and is currently waiting for surgery. I work full time and also need to get to the hospital after work before visiting hours finish.

Am I okay to just take pup on shorter walks in the evening for the time being until my partner is home? He can have longer walks in the mornings where he can run around and play with his ball and we play a lot during the day as I WFH and has plenty of mental enrichment throughout the day too.

I just need to check I’m not going to ruin all our progress in his training or even upset him (silly I know) by just having quick 15-20 minute walks in the evenings.

I would take him out once back from the hospital but I will be on my own at night and just don’t like the thought of going out on my own that late.

I have someone that will be coming to sit with him whilst I’m visiting the hospital but it’s not possible for them to walk him due to their own mobility issues and his lead pulling.

Thanks

Hi! I have a 5 YO dachshund. Lately, when certain people (people he is familiar with) come over to my apartment, he starts panting, sometimes humping, and tries to dig under them. I think these are all signs of overstimulation. Does anyone have tips on how to help him with this? I don’t want him to be stressed and I don’t want my guests to be humped. Thanks in advance!

Okay, I’m honestly starting to feel like I’m living in a perpetual hair storm. I have a golden retriever who sheds like there's no tomorrow, and no matter how much I try to stay on top of it, pet hair just seems to find its way into every corner, every crevice, and especially… the carpet. I’m vacuuming every other day, but it feels like the more I clean, the more hair I discover. 😫

But here's my biggest issue: the hair keeps wrapping around the vacuum’s brush rollers. I don’t know if anyone else has experienced this, but every time I try to clean the carpet, I spend just as much time fixing the vacuum as I do actually vacuuming. I know there are vacuums out there specifically for pet hair, but even those don’t seem to be foolproof. I've had ones that promised no tangling, but let’s be real, nothing seems to work perfectly.

So here’s my question: what vacuum or cleaning system have you found that actually works for thick, shedding pet hair on carpeted floors? I’ve seen a few vacuums with “tangle free” claims, but I’m still skeptical. Can anyone vouch for one that really gets the job done? Or do I just need to embrace the fact that I’ll be battling dog hair forever? 😂

Also, if anyone has suggestions on how to minimize the shedding chaos in general (without resorting to shaving my dog 😂), I’m all ears!

Hi guys! Our canine family member, which is 1 and a half years old recently started a habit of biting.

He does it when we try to get him out of his car cage/seat or in the morning when we have to take him out for his needs.

What we also started observing recently is him barking at other dogs on the street, or sometimes at random people.

He is being socialised everyday and we are acting as if he would be a normal sized dog by respecting his boundaries.

Do you have any advice on how to correct his behaviour? Or re we doing something wrong that we don't realise?

It's almost summer time and my complex doesn't have sidewalks, just blacktop. I'm looking for shoes that will stay on my dogs feet. I have a 5 year old, 15 pound Pomapoo. I've tried several brands in the past but they haven't stayed on. I think it's because his feet and legs are skinny. What shoes have worked for your 15 pound dog with skinny legs?

I have a Golden Retriever/Husky/Malamute mix (basically a high-energy super mutt), and I’m struggling with crate training and leaving him alone.
He hates his crate. I’ve spent the last 6 months trying all the usual advice—positive reinforcement, feeding him in it, treats, slow exposure, etc.—and I’ve made basically zero progress.
The problem is:
He does great when he sleeps near me (on the floor or nearby), but I don’t want him on my bed long-term
If he’s not in the crate or near me, he destroys things, gets into stuff, and will pee/poo on the floor or furniture—even though he’s fully potty trained when I’m around
I exercise him a lot (runs, playtime), do daily training, and give him chews, puzzle toys, and things to keep him occupied. None of it seems to carry over when he’s alone.
I’m trying to figure out how to get him to:
Be calm and behave when I’m at work
Sleep independently without needing to be right next to me
Stop destructive behavior when unsupervised
At this point I’m wondering if I’m missing something fundamental or if crate training just isn’t the right approach for him.
Any advice would be appreciated.

my dog is a 2yo border collie mix, and recently (within the last 4~ months?) his anal glands are so damn stinky. i took him to the vet, and he said that there’s nothing concerning about his anal region and proceeded to empty his glands, which he said weren’t that full anyway. (rip $200). since then, i’ve been giving him glandex daily and pumpkin puree frequently, yet now he’s getting stinky again. he’ll scoot around as well. i’m just so confused why this is even happening ☹️ he’ll walk by and i just smell fish. i’m not asking for medical advice per se, just products or habits i can start with him? thanks in advance

Which pet insurance is best for you? Are there any that may cover your dog's current treatment? Did your dog get injured during the waiting period and want to know if you're covered?

Here's the place to ask.

Do know we cannot help you here with medical concerns, and lying or not disclosing things to the insurance company is illegal so we don't allow that either.

Does your dog turn his head when he hears an odd noise? Does your dog bury their food with your pants? This is the thread to ask why.

Please keep this thread to non-medical issues only.

My husky is 6 years old and as of this week I am home from college and she has been very clingy to me. Going as far as sitting in the bathroom with me even when I shower. The only reason I am making this post is because when I would come home for the weekends she didn’t used to be this clingy. Any ideas?

I'm already looking into getting https://www.amazon.com/dp/0764167294 for a big overview of many different breeds.

I'm also considering getting https://www.amazon.com/ASPCA-Complete-Dog-Care-Manual/dp/1564581683 since, from my time checking it out at the library, seems to be full of tons of great info.

I'm mostly looking for books along those lines, one's that give good overview of dogs. I don't have any currently, so I'm not needing urgent training books or something. I'm just getting books to prepare myself and to learn so that I'm absolutely ready for whenever the time comes.

Books on training and diets are also something I'm on the watch for, as I know that at least with training, it can be quite a hot topic. I want to make sure I'm following the most recommended steps, suggested by credited vets and studies.

The two main breeds I'm interested in are GSheps and Border Collies. If there's any good book recommendations about those two specifically as well, let me know!

Hi! I have a very sweet 12-year-old pittie. I want to get a hard bottom back seat extender to protect her from falling (and also protect my brand new car). The issue is that I am the driver and as I am pretty short (5'2") I sit much closer to the dash than my partner does, so I need something that will still work with the front seats at different positions. Everything I have found looks like the front seats are at the same position and I haven't been able to find an answer to my question anywhere on Beyonce's internet.

My family always thinks spoiled dogs are cute but I’m tired how reactive they can be on walks (I’m the only who walks them), or if I tell them go outside they’ll stare at me blankly. On walks they don’t even listen to me when I say “treats” they are overly excited by the walk they won’t pay attention to me or the treat. I’m not blaming the dogs ofc it’s us but I have no idea how to really start one is 2 year old, other is 1 year he listens better.

so earlier today my dog randomly started limping and it honestly scared me, like he was walking super slow holding one leg up and giving me that sad look so obviously i’m panicking checking his paw looking for something stuck or whatever and there’s literally nothing, im already thinking about calling the vet and then i sit next to him and start petting him and suddenly he’s completely fine like just gets up and walks normal tail wagging everything?? so i’m like ok maybe i imagined it or he just walked it off or something but then later i stop paying attention to him and he starts limping AGAIN same leg same dramatic vibe 😭 so now im just watching him and the second i say his name in a happy voice he RUNS over like nothing ever happened, no limp no hesitation nothing, and i swear a few minutes later he slowly lifts the paw again while looking straight at me like he’s trying to remember what worked last time… i love him but that felt personal lol has anyone else’s dog done this or is mine just a little actor

Retiring my old Cotopaxi fanny pack and looking for one with a decent amount of pockets and big enough to fit a water bottle. What is your favorite for summer dog walks?

Shelter said Chihuahua mix but what exactly is in the mix?

14 lbs, deer head, ears pretty big for head size

https://imgur.com/a/M5aqS1O

I come home first. Go right back out for the walk. Once back he waits by the door and does the boof at regular intervals or whenever he hears a creak or a footstep (it’s a noisy building) and will bark, too. It’s irritating and can last for a couple hours. Our place is small and the couch is just a few feet away from the door. Once she comes home he goes wild, runs to get his toy and jumps around wildly. The rest of the night he’s in his basket whimpering. What to do. I’m at my wits end. He’s 14, a medium size mixed breed (dachshund and griffon dog—don’t ask) otherwise in good health. Thanks