Thursday, October 31, 2013

Champs & Top Dogs: An Interview with Ashley Merryman

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What is your description of a perfect pet dog? I like dogs with almost no defense instinct,?

Question by mama woof: What is your description of a perfect pet dog? I like dogs with almost no defense instinct,?

very low prey instinct, but high pack instinct. Dogs smart enough to housebreak and learn basic obedience, but not so smart that they are easily bored. Low energy to medium energy is great. (High energy dogs are not my cup of tea at all.) I like low-shedding coats in dogs small enough for me to handle and walk easily, not so big that I can’t walk or control them. Gender or even look isn’t so important to me, but cute is fun too. Breed isn’t important or mix only that their temperament is stable and not hyper or aggressive. Good health is a plus, but I have always been willing to care for them regardless of health.


What is your idea of a perfect pet dog?

I don’t like a lot of prey drive means I don’t like dogs who chase things or kill things or chase ankles. Lots of pack drive simply means very pack oriented, love to please, love to be with the pack, doesn’t wander off doing it’s own thing.



Best answer:


Answer by mnz
hey, like minds think alike. i would accept any dog. dogs are nice! luv em!



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Scientists decipher dog-tail wags

Dog behaviour expert John Bradshaw, a visiting fellow at the University of Bristol's school of veterinary science, said this was not the first study to examine whether left and right were important to canines. Last year a team from the University of



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Best Halloween Dogs in Costume - PawNation

There's no better way to celebrate the holiday than with a bunch of costumed dog memes.



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What's wrong with rescue dogs? Just ask Ralph Lauren - ChicagoNow

Ralph Lauren has launched a new campaign featuring rescue dogs (along with the new accessory line) and 10% of the proceeds go to the ASPCA.



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Animal rescue insider: two days volunteering at ontario spca ... - Care2

Part II of a two-part series with guest blogger Kevin Mackenzie, Development Manager, Leadership Giving with the Ontario SPCA.



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Dying Mexican Dog Gets the Rescue of a Lifetime | Life With Dogs

The man knew she wouldn't survive much longer on her own, and vowed to do whatever he could to help.



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Remember Giant George by Helping Animal Rescue Efforts - Care2 ...

The owners of the recently departed Great Dane, once the world's tallest dog, ask people to give on what would have been his eighth birthday.



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There's an unfortunate phenomena in the dog rescue/shelter world called Black Dog Syndrome. According to many shelter studies, black dogs are challenging to get adopted and are more likely to be euthanized in a kill 



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The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick's Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption Reviews

The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick's Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption




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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

New Improved Maltese Dog Training and Behavior Understanding Book Reviews

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How many males and females should responsible dog breeders own?


Question by Ama: How many males and females should responsible dog breeders own?

Instead of ‘own’ (because I know some responsible dog breeders will co-own males/females-where they won’t live with them) I should say how many males and females should a responsible dog breeder have on their home/property?


What is a reasonable amount and what would be too many?



Best answer:


Answer by Peter
Probably one pair of dogs



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Saturday was New York City's 23rd annual Tompkins Square Park Dog Halloween Parade, where tons of pooches prance around in ridiculous costumes and win awards.



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The 11 Best Dog Breeds Of All Time - Business Insider

The 11 best dog breeds ranked on categories such as personality, health, and popularity.



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'Star Wars' to Starbucks: Dogs flaunt creative costumes at Halloween ...

This "lobster bake" costume won Best in Show. Just over 300 dogs entered the contest, and approximately 5,000 people showed up to watch. Take a look at more great costumes from the 23rd annual dog parade: A dog 



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Photos: The Best Dogs in Costume at the Tompkins Square …

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How should I approach telling someone to take better care of their dog?


Question by Ama: How should I approach telling someone to take better care of their dog?

Without them getting defensive about it?


My younger brother has a chihuahua. He got her spayed and she’s UTD on vaccinations so he isn’t bad on that part. But it’s more of the living conditions the dog is kept in. My younger brother refuses to use pads-but he also doesn’t take the dog out. So there is urine/feces all over his room where the dog is kept in. The room is really, really messy. You cannot even see the floor. He lives with my parents and my mom has to constantly go into the room to make sure the dog has water and food-there’s been times that she goes in there and the dog doesn’t have either. The dog has to stay in the room because my parents have a larger dog who has free reign of the house(aside from a few hours every day when the dogs are rotated) and the larger dog has a very high prey drive. Aside from that when my brother isn’t working he’s just sleeping/eating/sitting around the house. He doesn’t take the dog out for walks or anything.


The only time he really takes her out is when he wants to show her to his friends/take her over to their house. Which isn’t often.


(Thankfully the dog isn’t ill behaved, she’s a well tempered/balanced dog.)


My mom doesn’t want to say anything but is disgusted every time she goes into his room. How can I tell him to be cleaner(keep his room clean-not only for the dog but also for his own health) and also make sure the dog has food/water and to actually take her outside and give her exercise without being rude/making it so he gets offended?


He has a really, really short temper so I’m not sure how to approach it without having him go psycho.

My brother is 19. He got the dog when he was 18(even though I said he isn’t responsible enough to own the dog-he made up this sob story that no one wanted her because she was the runt and the breeders couldn’t keep her and would surrender her to a shelter if she didn’t find a home. The story convinced my parents and they let him get it.)


My mother is in a tough position right now and she just doesn’t want to deal with the drama/stress of confronting my brother/dealing with him(My mom works 60+ hours a week, because my father cannot work-he has bone cancer and is in bad health otherwise).


I really don’t like dealing with my brother either because he’s short tempered and aggressive/mean.


My parents are too light hearted to get rid of the dog-The dog they currently have(a shih-tzu) was originally my younger brothers and they took her when he didn’t want her anymore(with her he didn’t have her spayed/vaccinated at all-she was in terrible condition when

**continuing** my parents took her in).


If I even bring up my brother surrendering the dog to a rescue my parents(mainly my father) say I’m cold hearted(he said this too when I originally said I don’t think my brother should get the dog).


I’ll try talking to my mother about it again, for her to give my brother a time limit to have the room cleaned and keep it clean.



Best answer:


Answer by stacey
Ring the rspca . Or any animal welfare company even the police



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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

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Photos from the competitive yet friendly gathering of miraculously well-behaved pets, comparatively monstrous human children, and the adults who dragged them all there.



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As long as you know I'm in charge

I have both a cat and a dog. The Burmese feline assumes I am her servitor and makes vocal demands that I meet her every whim. The dog, an elderly Blue Heeler, philosophically accepts all my quirks of temper and behaviour, though she may sigh deeply.



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UK government confirms tougher sentencing over dog attacks

The proposal allow allows local authorities and the police to take action before a dog attack occurs – requiring dog owners to take reasonable steps to address their dog's behaviour if it could cause a problem. The Department for Environment, Food and



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All of the ribs usually show in boxers when they turn in certain ways, but not to this extent. This was a couple of days after I got him. He was skinny but had good muscle tone. He’s a really nice dog and has no behavior problems. No clue why his previous owners mistreated him.



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How should you best introduce a new adopted dog to your current dog?

Question by bee: How should you best introduce a new adopted dog to your current dog?

The adopted dog is a female chihuahua, 15 months old and has been spayed. She has always been an only dog and pretty spoiled. The current house dog is a 6 year old, neutered, male yorkie. He has also always been an only dog & also fairly spoiled. I realize whether or not they get along is unpredictable, but what measures can be taken to best set them up for success? THANK YOU



Best answer:


Answer by Chance
repetition and water no hitting firm voice and u make sure they know whos boss



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Local Vet Warns Rainy Weather Could Spread Parvo

KILLEEN (October 28, 2013) A local veterinarian is urging residents to get their dogs vaccinated against the canine parvovirus especially because of the recent rain, which could accelerate the spread of the highly contagious and sometimes fatal disease.



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Animal Rescue Insider: Two Days on the Road With the Ontario ...

Having just joined the Ontario SPCA in a fundraising role, I was lucky enough to spend time with individuals who are integral to the Ontario SPCA operations.



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Interview with Paul Shaffer and Victoria Shaffer on Shelter Pet ...

The Late Show's Paul Shaffer and daughter Victoria Shaffer discuss their adopted dogs and the Shelter Pet Project.



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A Rescue Dog Turned Superhero Goes to Kickstarter With All Ages ...

Written by Todd Emko and based on his experiences with a rescue dog, Piggy, from the Dominican Republic, who now resides with Emko in New York, “A Piggy's Tale” is live on Kickstarter for its first two issues with a wide 



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US military dedicates first national monument to combat dogs – U.S. …

SAN ANTONIO — The United States' first national monument to a soldier's best friend, recognizing the sacrifices of dogs in combat, was dedicated by the U.S. military on Monday. Inscribed with the words.



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Monday, October 28, 2013

Good old dogs; Great new pics | MNN - Mother Nature Network

Photographer Pauline Zonneveld captures the beauty and grace of senior dogs with her 'Good Old Dog' project.



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Shake it! Photographer captures dogs in motion | MNN - Mother ...

Davidson says she does her best to make dogs feel comfortable before she begins shooting them. She sets them up with toys and treats and gives them time to explore. "I spend time getting to know the animals, and making 



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Q&A: What large dog breed has little health issues?

Question by Elly: What large dog breed has little health issues?

I own a golden retriever and a small dog now, and im very intrested in a large dog breed! My golden has been very helthy. She is 11 years old and has never had one problem with health! I was thinking about a bernese mountain dog but would like a large dog with little health issues.



Best answer:


Answer by Jane speaks
One you get from a reputable breeder



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Bandidos bikie brawler Jacques Teamo ordered to do community service after ...

You are a (expletive) dog.'' Patrons at the hotel stepped in and started yelling at Teamo. “You're a bully, just go away,'' a woman yelled at the bikie. Teamo left and was later charged with causing a public nuisance. In August this year, Teamo was



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Have you ever wanted to own a cat or a dog? If so, find out which furry friend is easiest to take care of. It's cats v. dogs. Let the fur fly.



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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds Reviews

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Sunday, October 27, 2013

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As I was walking by the Cintas Center on Saturday afternoon, I didn’t know how HOT those dawgs were getting –


Enquirer photographer shares account of Crosstown Shootout brawl

Written by Jeff Swinger
As a photographer shooting the Crosstown Shootout, I was waiting for the final seconds to tick off the clock to make a picture of the jubilant winners or the dejected losers, whichever presented itself in front of me.


Instead, it was total mayhem.


All of the sudden the benches cleared and the punches started flying. My vantage point was different than most as I was sitting on the floor looking up at the event. My immediate response was disbelief and the fear of being trampled. I was stuck on the floor with photographers at each side and a media table behind me. The fight was only inches from me. The wave of players converging on me in a split second was intense.


As a photographer my first instinct is to take pictures, but not being able to get off the floor and out of the way I could only try and protect myself and possibly the guys next me. Cameras were being kicked legs stepped on and I was trapped. It came in waves.


Luckily the players moved away from the baseline for a brief moment, long enough for me to pop off the floor and be more mobile. I changed lenses to a shorter lens so I could make pictures at close range and the wave came back. I was able to make photographs of the chaos. Coaches and trainers were pulling players off the floor and a lot of hollering. Other photographers had their cameras grabbed by team personnel trying to keep them from taking pictures. My adrenaline was pumping.


I was happy that none of my fellow photographers were injured. As I ran to the media room to edit and send my photos back to the paper my cell phone was buzzing like crazy. Friends and family from all over were texting and calling to see if I was at “the game” and if I was ok. Editors were calling to ask how fast I could get pictures to the paper and to help with the selection of photos for the next days paper and the quick upload to the internet. My head was spinning and my hands were still shaking. It was pretty wild.


I was saddened by what unfolded. I’ve been photographing sporting events in Cincinnati for the last 12 years. I love the drama in the national and local rivalries at all levels of competition. I am sorry that this great rivalry now has such a black eye.


Cincinnati-Xavier brawl could bring criminal charges
The scene at the end of Saturday’s Cincinnati-Xavier basketball game was ugly and scary enough to invoke memories of last summer’s fight involving Georgetown and a Chinese club team, and even the infamous 2004 brawl between the Pacers and Pistons at Auburn Hills.


But the post-game press conference soundclips — which included Muskateers star Tu Holloway claiming his team had “a whole bunch of gangstas in the locker room” — were just as alarming as the on-court violence. On Sunday, both school suspended four players for their involvement in the fight, but criminal charges could be on the way.


Hamilton County Ohio prosecutor Joe Deters said Monday that he will determine if criminal charges are appropriate following the melee that broke out in the final seconds of Xavier’s 76-53 win. In a statement, Deters said possible charges could include assault and battery or disorderly conduct.


Cincinnati forward Yancy Gates drew the longest suspension — six games — for sucker-punching Xavier center Kenny Frease in the face and then throwing multiple other punches. The Bearcats also suspended junior Cheikh Mbodj and freshman Octavius Ellis for six games and freshman Ge’Lawn Guyn for one.


Holloway will sit for one game for the Muskateers, junior Mark Lyons got a two-game ban and freshman Dezmine Wells and sophomore Landon Amos were suspended for four games.


Holloway’s words after the fight will no doubt linger, even after his 40-minute news conference on Sunday, arranged by the school in an effort to throw some water on the fire.


“I talked to that whole staff. I said, ‘This is my city. I’m cut from a different cloth,’” Holloway said immediately after the game. “None of them guys on their team is like me. I let the whole staff know none of them was like me.” He followed by saying: “I don’t regret anything that happened.”


On Sunday, Holloway recanted, but for many, those words might ring hollow.


Editorial: Make players accountable for Crosstown disgrace

Written by Ray Cooklis
Disgraceful. Shocking. Embarrassing. Shameful. Pick your adjective to describe the thuggish poor sportsmanship that marred Saturday’s Crosstown Shootout. It probably fits.


The ugly brawl that broke out with 9.4 seconds left in the University of Cincinnati-Xavier University men’s basketball game left college sports fans nationwide stunned. Xavier’s Kenny Frease wasn’t the only one who wound up with a black eye. All of Cincinnati did. It was a national humiliation for the Queen City, and a blow for two great schools and fine basketball programs. Their programs’ reputations have been tarnished.


XU and UC must take swift, firm measures to show that such behavior is not acceptable and to ensure it doesn’t happen again. At the very least, the should be suspensions of all players whose words or actions contributed to this mess. UC acted quickly to suspend several players Sunday afternoon.


In addition to suspensions, the universities should put all those players in the equivalent of a workplace performance improvement plan. They should expect certain behaviors from the players during that period, such as: Courtesy. Discipline. Hard work. Modesty.


School administrations should get together and commit the UC and XU teams to a joint community service project to reinforce the truth that playing college athletics at this level is a great privilege — one that carries a moral obligation to give back.


And let’s not overlook the vile taunts of some of the fans in the stands at Xavier’s Cintas Center. Fan behavior should be part of the solution, too.


Here’s the real shame of it: It didn’t have to be this way. It never has to be this way.


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Q&A: How do I get my dog to stop pooping in the house when I'm gone?


Question by Tony: How do I get my dog to stop pooping in the house when I’m gone?

So as long as someone is in the house my dog will only poop and pee out side. He never has any accidents. But when hes left alone I think he gets mad that hes left and will poop on the carpet….so far I havent found any pee which is weird. How do I get him to stop if Im not home when hes doing it?



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Answer by nobody
thats him getting revenge for having the audacity to leave him in the house all by his tiny little self. now he feels smug.the wee is probably soaked into the carpet and will stink.



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Approximately 580 dogs have died and 3,600 reported sick in a mysterious connection with consuming Chinese jerky treats, according to a new update from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The problems date back as far as 2007, when FDA first began receiving a higher volume of “Our beloved four-legged companions deserve our best effort, and we are giving it.” FDA is now asking pet owners and veterinarians to assist in the investigation by reporting any 



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Britain is turning into one big rubbish tip

Initially, things improved: I remember a time when you couldn't walk in a London park without risk of getting dog mess on your shoes. That has certainly changed. Every dog owner is aware that it is antisocial behaviour not to clear up after your pet.



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Brian Sewell: I'd rather lose art than my beloved dogs

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Our 3rd annual Bully Breed Brigade a joint effort of Last Hope and Hempstead Town Shelter is designed to bring public awareness to the overflow of Pits and Pit mixes in municipal shelters throughout LI and the NY 



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Dogs with eyebrows, something we've only experienced in picture form up until this point. But it's even more amazing in video form because apparently dogs are.



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How much chocolate does a dog need to eat before it is dangerous?

Question by officemgr_ccarter: How much chocolate does a dog need to eat before it is dangerous?

My dog at the two advent calanders that I bought for my girls. Each one has 25 small pieces of chocolate in it. I know it takes a lot, but do I need to be concerned about the dogs health, other than the fact that I am really mad!



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Answer by bladedogsrule
I’d get over being mad and get on to being REALLY worried.


White chocolate: 200 ounces per pound of body weight. It takes 250 pounds of white chocolate to cause signs of poisoning in a 20-pound dog, 125 pounds for a 10-pound dog.

Milk chocolate: 1 ounce per pound of body weight. Approximately one pound of milk chocolate is poisonous to a 20-pound dog; one-half pound for a 10-pound dog. The average chocolate bar contains 2 to 3 ounces of milk chocolate. It would take 2-3 candy bars to poison a 10 pound dog. Semi-sweet chocolate has a similar toxic level.

Sweet cocoa: 0.3 ounces per pound of body weight. One-third of a pound of sweet cocoa is toxic to a 20-pound dog; 1/6 pound for a 10-pound dog.

Baking chocolate: 0.1 ounce per pound body weight. Two one-ounce squares of bakers’ chocolate is toxic to a 20-pound dog; one ounce for a 10-pound dog.



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Saturday, October 26, 2013

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Question by noahmolliecollie: What books are good for Dog behaviour?

Hi Im studying dog behaviour and have a fair few books but I have read read and re read them and I after some more really good ones. Anyone have any idea?



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Answer by Swanny
Don’t Shoot the Dog – Karen Pryor


Dogs; A Startling New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution – Coppinger R & Coppinger L



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Friday, October 25, 2013

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What is the better pet ( no cats, dogs, amphibians or reptiles)?


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I am deciding on my next pet. I was thinking a rat but i dont know. I have a hamster but she is gonna pass soon and my dad said i could get something else small when she sadly :( dies. Please can you also put some care tips?



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Answer by Lars
A good pet would be a guinea pig.



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What specifically were the qualities that made you choose your dog?

Question by Divapom: What specifically were the qualities that made you choose your dog?

That dog or dogs that you owned that was or is Truly special. I know that they are all special in their own way. But I am talking about those that were really perfect. What was it that made you choose that one. and what was it that made him/her perfect.


Also, what was it that made you choose a dog that didn’t turn out so well for you?


Did you learn anything in choosing dogs for yourself?

If so, what would you advise to someone about to choose a dog to look for?



Best answer:


Answer by NemmaLie
I have two dogs – both from the shelter – and here are the reasons we have them:


Sophie (I picked out) – She was a very people oriented puppy; LOVED to just snuggle with you yet was very curious about her surroundings at the same time. She was active, funny, cute, and smart all at the same time – and still is!


Lily (my mom picked out) – All my mom said about the reason she picked Lily was that she was energetic, eager to please, and loved to just look at you so contently. Thats all she said.



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Q&A: How to take care of a severe ant infestation on Nectarine tree?

Question by Mishka: How to take care of a severe ant infestation on Nectarine tree?

I looked around online and seen different techniques but a lot don’t work. Recently we had to redo our watering system for all our trees to help them survive the vicious desert heat and noticed a large swarm around our nectarine. It was such a large swarm we swore the bark of the tree was moving. They were on our pears, lemons, and apple trees but none were as bad as the nectarine so we sprayed a border and poured some cedar to rid the widows. The number of ants decreased on most trees but the nectarine. With a large swarm we tried to follow it to the hill but noticed they were crawling out of the entire wall. We sprayed one crack they came out of another and another. We spray the top of the trees for all fruit eating pests so we can’t find out what they are after other than the finch and hummingbird nests. Is there a safe way to get rid of them that won’t affect the fruits, dogs, cats, and health of the general trees and grape vines.



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Answer by Geniaus5
you could try diatamaceous earth route. sprinkle some where they cross.



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Wednesday, October 23, 2013

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How to Halt humping: the behavior is embarrassing and can even be dangerous in certain situations. Learn ways to stop it.: An article from: Dog Watch

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