Overly Protective Dane?

"Link to video that shows how to train your dog not to bark at the front door. http://www.facebook.c... As to why he reacted differently to your brother??? Perhaps he sensed fear in the other people and not in your brother...."

Indestructible Kennel?

"Jenn: Two ideas. I did run accross a very empressive kennel the other day and thought of you.. this kennel appears to be made with thick non-bendable, steel rods. It is on wheels and has a tray under it for easy cleaning...."

Holiday Precaution Tips

"Be sure to Holiday proof your house! Chemical water at the base of real trees, tensel, glass & metal ornaments, poinsetta plants, nuts, grapes & choclate candy sitting out at partys can all be very bad for your dogs...."

Texas Mandatory Spay/Neuter Bills Introduced

"Two mandatory spay/neuter bills have been filed in the Texas Legislature...."

Bloat Prevention

"PREVENTATIVE MEASURES: Based on current knowledge, the following strategies are suggested to help protect against bloat: • Avoid sudden dietary changes...."

Giardia

"I agree with the suggestions above, if your dog was diagnosed correctly, Metronidazole/Flagle should cure it within a week unless it is being reinfected...."

Spaying & Stomach Stapling

"I ask my families to spay at 6 months. This is when their first heat comes in. Most times the first heat is not noticeable but sometimes it is. Males can smell and track a female in heat from five miles away...."

"cherry eye" in great danes....

"Hello Heather & jesse: It sounds like you are describing ectropian eyes. Being tired, and allergies can give the appearance of Ectropin eyes. Ectropian does not come and go...."

Any advice on hind quarter spasms ?

"I agree with the idea above, possible injury should be ruled out. Did the Vet do X-ray? other ideas; Growing pains; like human teenagers Great Danes can go through a fast growth stage that causes pains, spasms & limping...."