Archive for May, 2009

Spring Babies
May 30, 2009

Dear Liz:
My family and I were out for a walk and found a nest of baby rabbits.  We left them there but keep wondering if we did the right thing.  What should we have done?

Signed,

Peter Cottontail in Berlin
Dear Peter:
Every year around this time wildlife rehabilitators and nature centers are flooded with calls about [...]

Traveling With Fido
May 23, 2009

Dear Liz,
Any suggestions about researching furry friendly destinations?

Signed,
No Dogs Allowed
Dear No Dogs:
Well, summer travel is always a wonderful thing, with or without Fido along.  If you choose to take him with you, please plan ahead – WAY ahead – as some hotels, Inns and camp grounds do not allow pets.  Others might allow them, but [...]

Human Chew Toy
May 16, 2009

Dear Liz,
My husband and I recently adopted a shelter dog. He’s generally sweet, but he bites! The history we received gave no indication of problems. We plan to start a family soon, but want to make sure our dog is broken of this habit ahead of time. How should we [...]

Toe Nails
May 9, 2009

Hi Liz, I recently took your advice and had my dogs nails clipped after hearing them as she walked across the hardwood floors. I brought her home and it still happened.
What next?
Signed, Noisy Paws
Dear Noisy Paws. Well, I first have to wonder if the quick on your dog’s nails has grown [...]