Doggy Steps and Ramps

A reader asks…

I am looking into getting a smaller dog, but first I need to know how long they are able to stay home without going to the bathroom. I have a larger dog, a Siberian Husky, and she is able to go a good 6-9 hours without having to go outside for a bathroom break. But since a small dog (more particularly, a Papillon) has a smaller bladder, how long are they able to hold it?
How long can they hold it as an adult?

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A reader asks... I want another small dog to be a playmate to my dachshund, but she was absolute hell to housebreak. I know that all dogs are unique and the easiness depends on the dog, but please, as a general rule, which small breed is easiest? ...Continue reading...

A reader asks... I have a small dog (4 yr old Pekingese male) and my boyfriend has a large dog (3 yr old Akita male). We would like to introduce the two and see if they could become friends. Neither dog is aggressive but the problem is the Akita is so big & the Peke is so small. We have no idea how to approach this. They have met once - me & the Peke on one side of a fence & my boyf & the Akita on the other. The Akita got a little hyper because he was so excited to see the Peke & barked a few times. The Peke seemed scared & growled a few times whenever the Akita came close. The Peke has been bitten by a larger dog twice before. The Akita is really playful but doesn't know his own strength. If anyone has any ideas or advice, I would be very grateful! Thanks! ...Continue reading...

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A reader asks... I am thinking of getting another dog. I have a female dog that will be 3 in Feb. 2008 and I was wondering what small dog breed would be a good companion for her. My dog is very friendly and playful towards other dogs. I live in an apartment so the dog would only be able to go out when my husband & I take her on walks. I am wanting a female dog. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what breed would be a good breed to get? I am wanting a dog that would be no bigger than 15 lbs. when fully grown. ...Continue reading...

A reader asks... I want a small dog for Christmas, that is of course a puppy when I get it. Anyway from what I tell you, what small dog would fit me best? I like dogs that would like me best, but still be friendly to other people. Like a one person dog. I like dogs that crave much attention from there owners. I do NOT like loud dogs. And I have school from 8:30-3:30. My mom & dog have work. Would the small dog be okay inside for hours? What small dog breed do you think would fit me best? ...Continue reading...

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