https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsP37EHX8Uk
do any anons here think that putting it down for an injury like that was right? don't know anything about owls and was wondering if anyone here could tell me what it's wing injury meant for it, or if there would be any way to fix it. probably not, but, worth asking.
>>2253715
Depending on where the break is, the owl would likely never be able to fly again. An owl who can't fly is an owl who can't hunt, it's as simple as that.
There is no real point in prolonging its life after that. What type of life would it be for a bird who can't fly? Owls aren't like parrots and don't have a drive to be social, so trying to keep it as a pet wouldn't really work (not to mention illegal).
>>2253727
thanks for replying.
i was unsure because i've heard of professionals who take care of animals that are unable to live in the wild, but i don't know much more than that. but i just have one question- if it's a baby that has never experienced flying before would it make much of a difference?
>>2253715
In my state we have laws about animal rehab. If there is no way the animal can return back to the wild, it's only other option to live will be for educational purposes. An adult owl wouldn't be able to do this, as it would freak the fuck out on someone's arm or being kept in a small cage for people to look at him.
How much longer will the various over bred super unhealthy breeds of dogs continue to exist? What will the German Shepherd look like in a 100 years? The pug? The bulldog?
German Shepherd 100 years from now. 1000 hours in MS paint. The little things in the lower left are legs, not ballsacks.
>>2253554
People are trying to breed health back into pugs because it's too costly to take them to the vet when their eyes pop out. Same thing goes for german shepherds when their hips fail.
They probably won't change much, or improve.
>>2253554
Go to the OFA website and look at breed statistics. Hip dysplasia in many breeds is becoming less common because testing is available.
Encouraging people to buy puppies only from breeders that health test parent dogs and do sports with or work their animals will help even more.
Why do rich asians like to own tiny white dogs?
> all asians i know that live at Palos Verdes own small white dogs
>Family Guy
>>2253471
Clearly you need to expand your horizons and try to to stereotype people.
Some Asians eat tiny white dogs.
>>2253494
Best laugh I’ve had in a while, thanks anon
ib4 >>>/vet/
She's already been to the vet and we've been sent to a specialist. I'm asking more about affording this, what customary rates should be, and generally how to cope.
TL;DR: Puppers keeps peeing. One vet says $4K just to work her up (imaging studies). Likely will need surgical correction.
The little bundle of joy in pic related came to us with a pee-stained butt, and the seller said he didn't wash her for [stupid reason]. Okay, he got us. She keeps leaking drip by drip. We thought it might be a UTI or even just behavioral for awhile. She seemed to be peeing normally otherwise, but would also drip occasionally throughout the day. We've kept her a month and, of course, she's fallen for our family. We can't bear to send her back.
Vet says a likely possibility is ectopic ureter. This means at least one of her kidneys feeds directly into the urethra or vagina instead of the bladder. Vet ran her urine, found no bacteria, advised us to consult someone for structural abnormality. Of course, with these sorts of things, one will get you two, and it's probable she has other urinary tract disorders. She needs a workup with imaging, which we found out would run upwards of $4K. Then there's surgery.
I can't stand the thought of her going back to the weirdo we got her from. I feel confident that she'll be put down rather than repaired. The peeing is bad enough that no normal family would take her.
How the hell do I afford this?
>>2253417
Maybe get pet insurance? You usually have to pay up front for the costs but if you can afford to do that they reimburse you (minus the deductible I'm sure)
>>2253446
Will pet insurance cover preexisting or congenital conditions?? Vet has already said there's something obviously abnormal with her urination patterns. Not a diagnosis per se, though I'm sure she'd put down urinary incontinence.
Okay insurance is an interesting thought but it's looking unlikely. I did some checking and, as anticipated, insurance that will cover preexisting conditions is very uncommon. One plan I found would only cover stuff that happens after 180 days after the plan started. And the coverage limit for the hereditary disorder endorsement was WAY lower than the $4K the work-up is going to take.
Of course, insurance tends to negotiate things down, at least with human doctors. Part of what's pissing me off so much is that they're charging that much for a CT. The same study in a human? Insurance is unlikely to pay more than $500. And that is even though the malpractice risk is WAY bigger with a human patient. Dog you can just put down, and you don't get pain and suffering; you fuck a human up your career is over.
I'm just so freaked out. I've never had a dog have a serious problem like this before. Everything else has been, you know, they ate something nasty, rolled in something nasty.
WHY ARE PUPPIES SO EXPENSIVE? HOW CAN YOU GO TO SLEEP AT NIGHT SELLING DOGS FOR 1000$
i got a pit bull here for you bro, only $3.50
if you can't afford buying a 1k dog you can't afford caring for any dog.
Why are labs objectively the best all-around dog?
Mix or not.
>>2252349
> Look clean and beautiful
> Smart
> Loyal
> Friendly
> Learn quickly
What's not to love?
>>2252349
The American Pitbull Terrier is objectively the best all-around dog.
It has you covered with anything you might need. Most versatile dog of all time, plus they're the best looking dogs.
>>2252438
>best looking dogs
Ok, I like pitbulls and all, but really I cannot see why you would think they are the best looking. They're not ugly, and they're cute because they're dogs, but there are way more beautiful-looking dogs out there.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNutL24MGNA
What are the best ways for human owners to bond with their pet animals?
As far as dogs go?
>Establish that you are the one calling shots
>bite their ear, hold them down, make sure youre communication is physical at first
>command respect and they will sooner rather than later come to love you
>make sure they know their name and that you gave it to them
>spend time with them
Dogs are simply emotional and physical beings, basically human 3 year olds that can rough house
>>2251382
Simply know the animal. Know their behavior. There are books that explain why cats (for example) behave the way they do. You learn then, and mimmick them.
For example, when a cat looks at you, slowly closes it's eyes and turns away, it is saying "I see you, I know you see me, but I don't want to start a fight with you, and I trust you not to attack me." ... you look away immediately. If you try to pet or pick up the cat right after that, you are engaging it. Sound stupid? Here comes part two:
Cats do not want to be approached or engaged. You do not pet them, look at them, or talk to them unless they initiate it. Don't pick them or pet them up unless they're rubbing against you or looking into your eyes. Don't stare them down from across the room. Do not hold them in any way where they would feel escape is not easy and instant (basically, let them rest on your arms, don't hold them tight). They are solitary creatures and untrusting by nature. You alway, always wait for them to initiate some form of communication. If you don't, that is how you end up with cats that get pissed off when you pick them up, or cats that avoid 1 member of the family more than another.
You'll find all this in a book about cat behavior. You follow a few simple rules, and you get a very strong bond.
I am actually a dog person, but you can't start a post about dog behavior without starting a riot, so I chose cats as an example.
Pic is my complacent, overly-trusting cat.
>>2251396
This is good advice generally, except I guess the ear biting is just for dogs. I'm pretty sure if I did that to a person, it would be illegal.
Not to say it wouldn't be equally effective though.
Language confuses us. It makes us forget that interaction with people is still the act of interfacing with a large ape. The expectation that it understands or will respond favorably is very highly over-estimated.
I am reminded of the old question "Is it better to be feared or loved?". The answer is obvious. What is uniquely a product of humans is that it remains a question, however ridiculous.
We definitely are an odd sort.
>owning an animal that doesn't display affectionate behavior as a pet
Why?
Is there any reason to own an animal that can't provide actual companionship instead of merely just responding to you because you're warm and/or you feed it, or worse doesn't respond to you at all?
they're like plants
or art
I keep animals because I'm interested in them, not to make up for a crippling lack of social skills
>>2251292
because keeping dolphins or apes is rather tricky.
My bird tries to hump my arm and I let him but he never cums or anything. Any way I can help him out?
Is it wrong if I let both my cat and dog mount and penetrate me?
>>2250958
Morality is subjective anon, wether it is "right" is up to you, just take into account that every action has consequences, and make a proper risk assesment.
How many of you fuckers have wolfdogs and what's your advice to people looking to own one. Inb4 "DON'T buy one"
>Inb4 "DON'T buy one"
But what if the best possible advice in this situation is not to buy one?
>protip, 9/10 times it is
>>2250042
My friends had one, they said it had allergies to a lot of dog food (which they also said was common) so they had to supplement it's food with real meat. If they weren't just bullshitting or dumb I guess you need to factor that in when seeing if a dog like that would fit your budget.
Czech wolf dog isn't a real wolf x dog crossbreed but rather an established breed of dog with a known and predictable temperament. If you want a dog that kind of looks like a wolf get one. However don't get an actual wolf/dog hybrid you literally won't know what you're getting into.
I think my cats are gay what should i do
>>2249338
Take them to a priest
>>2249365
I dont think that would help
>>2249338
Pray away the gay
How can I get my dog genetically engineered so that her eggs will accept my sperm?
>>2249207
You need to die
>>2249207
This is why god hates us
>>2249207
You can't
Let's just all agree that the Doberman is the most majestic dog breed and move on
>>2248367
They have a nice appearance but personality wise 'majestic' is not quite right. They're goofy. And clingy too.
>>2248378
I agree. Nice looking, but more goofy than majestic. Especially with natural ears.
This pup is a client at the daycare where I work. He's a trouble maker but so charming
>>2248367
Does this breed really needs hours and hours of exercise daily, or is it a myth?
There's a raccoon that got into my house and I'm worried that it will hurt my small dogs. It sprints under the pile of chairs and tables whenever I turn the light on and it's impossible to catch. I've left the door open and it won't leave. Sometimes it goes up into the rafters like in pic related because it ate the pink fluff to dig a tunnel between the walls.
What is the best way to capture it for cheap? I don't want to hurt or kill it, I just want it out of my house.
>>2246578
Buy a trap, duh.
If you're so cheap that you can't buy a trap then go to a shelter and say that there is a feral cat colony in your area and you want to TnR, some shelters loan out free traps.
>>2246578
Aw, kitty!
Buy tear gas desu