Welcome to the Dogs Community!

[Jaybay]

If you have one dog, multiple dogs, small dogs or large dogs, or are just thinking about bringing a dog into your life, this forum is the place for you.

There is no such thing as a stupid question here, and there are many experienced and knowledgeable members ready to help and discuss doggy business of all kinds.  All posts are welcome whether they are about veterinary care, diet, behavior, grief and loss, or a simple sharing of fun experiences with your dogs.

If you have an emergency with your dog or can't quite determine if your dog needs emergency care, please call your veterinarian first!  While many members can help you with basic first aid, we have no way of helping if your dog is experiencing a life-threatening situation.  

Med Help also has a licensed veterinarian on the “Ask a Vet” forum.  Dr. Cheng graciously volunteers her time so participation on that board is free.  In addition to practicing western veterinary medicine, Dr. Cheng also practices holistic, traditional Chinese medicine.  She has a wealth of knowledge regarding herbal and alternative treatments.  If you have an unusual or complicated medical issue, Dr. Cheng is a great resource for you.

Like other forums here at Med Help, members of the Dogs Community have the capability of writing and posting Health Page topics.  The Health Pages serve the same function as a “sticky note” post without cluttering up the forum itself.  At this time, we have one topic posted by Peekawho about Emergency Vets that is well worth reading.  For example, if you have specific knowledge of a particular medical condition or training technique, those would be great topics for a Health Page.  Just click the “Health Pages” link at the top right corner of the forum page to read what others have to offer and better yet, write your own page.  :-)

For the dogs!
Jaybay

[baf2008]

Hello to all. I am new to this forum and site which i found by accident! I have a 5 yr/old shih tzu. i was surfing the net to find info regarding his visit today to our vet. Awesome site for dog/pet lovers!

[Jaybay]

Hi, and welcome!  What wonderful news that you're both doing therapy work.  Would you consider posting a new thread on the board about your experiences and the training requirements?  Great topic!  :-)

[AshleyLynn]

Hi Everyone!

Just wanted to introduce myself, I'm new to the group. I'm Ashley, and that spunky pup on my profile is the love of my life Shelby! She's a 19 month old Pembroke Welsh Corgi. She's training to become a certified Therapy Dog. She already does some therapy work twice a month at an Independent Living Facility, and she's so great at it! We're also getting into fostering Corgi's as well.

Ashley & Shelby too!

[Mcilvain]

Hi, I downloaded pictures of my babies.  Oh yea, some man at my husbans work asked him if we wanted a Great Dane puppy. It was hard to say no, but I guess you need to put your foot down at some point. I just worry that they will just give him away to anybody that will take him and that isn't always a good idea.

[Jaybay]

Welcome!  Did I count rightly?  Is that eight dogs?  LOL!  Can't wait to hear some of the great stories you must have about them.  :-)

[Mcilvain]

Hi, I am new to this site. I have 6 dogs...yes I said 6. I love everyone of them.  I have 2 jack Russels, Molly who is 6, Biskit, who is 2 ( his owner did not want him anymore ) My opinion, don't puchase a dog unless you are willing to take care of him. I have a boxer, Brutus. We think he is about 8, just not sure we got him from a shelter. We have a collie mix, Sassy. She is 5. We found her under a shed when she was about 8 weeks old. Of course we have all  that child who says, mom I will take care of it!! We have a lab mix, Pepper. My daughter moved out and failed to take Pepper with her. But she still insists that Pepper is her dog. We have had her for 3 years. Then we have my oldest daughter who alway wanted a Shar-Pei. When I went down to visit her I gave her $250.00 to help pay for a puppy for her birthday..She just loved Kaydoe, untill he grew up and wasn't a puppy anymore. So now I have Kaydoe, and what a character he is. And yes, I live in a big house, and big yard. But their favorite spot is the living room floor, or the foot of my bed. ( when my husband won't let them on the bed )