Some dogs instinctively like to "burrow" or dig with their noses. When they do this in a metal wire kennel, their nose can become raw or bloody. Cratewear crate pads and bumpers will prevent this type of crate-related injury. We've had a terrible problem with our 11 month old Miniature Dachshund and his crate. Everyday when we left him in his crate, he would rub the top of his nose against the metal until it was raw and bloody.

A bloody show is a small amount of bloody mucous seen at anytime in the final month of pregnancy. It may be anything from just mucous(plug) to pink discharge to a bloody red discharge. Although it is a good sign that your cervix may be softening in preparation for dilation it does not always mean you are going into labor. It may occur from 2 weeks to 1 hour before delivery and thus affords no idea of when labor may occur. It may also occur within 24 hours after a pelvic examination. See similar questions...

Yes, the fabric provides a complete block from UV rays. Our optional items, our Solar Shield and "Weather Wrap™", will provide the same protection for the screen runs. See similar questions...

Typically if your dog's nose is wet, it means he is healthy. That being said, an otherwise healthy dog might have a dry nose if he is dehydrated. For example if he has been sitting in a hot, dry place for a while. See similar questions...

Boarding with prescribed crate rest and other treatments are available at our Southeastern Connecticut facility. See similar questions...

Not necessarily. There is a considerable amount of confusion regarding the importance of a cold, warm, wet, or dry nose in a dog and what is signifies about the animal's health. There is no standard which applies to all pets in all situations. Most dogs will periodically lick there nose and, due to evaporation, most wet noses feel cold. One might think, therefore, that healthy dogs have wet, cold noses. However, not all dogs repeatedly lick their noses. See similar questions...

There are many very good reasons you should, and no reason not to that I can think of. Dogs need their own place where they can go and rest and be left alone. A crate that is just their “space” is perfect for this. An uncrated dog can and will destroy the house if left unattended or alone for long periods of time. Crating makes house training your dog very simple and easy when done correctly. Crating also helps to teach them to eat when you want them to. See similar questions...

A crate is not essential to weight pulling, but I strongly suggest you purchase one. Tie-out areas at pulls are usually pretty small, so crates are usually a good idea. When your dog is in a crate you do not have to worry about him/her being bothered by spectators or loose dogs. See similar questions...

The preconception that tattooing is a gory process just isn't accurate (if it were terribly bloody the ink would be washed out of the skin). A certain amount of bleeding is expected, but a skilled tattooist's needles don't penetrate the skin deeply enough to cause much of it. However, as with any body-altering process, there are exceptions, and you should check with your doctor if you have any concern about the effects of tattooing on your own system. See similar questions...

Put your puppy in a small pet carrier or crate while you are busy or gone. Puppies will not use the bathroom where they sleep. Once you get home or the puppy starts crying, immediately take them outside or to the area they are to use the bathroom. Always reward them with a treat. This is supposed to be a very effective way to train your dog. If the crate or cage is too big, however, it will not work. There is lots of good information on the web on how to crate train a dog. See similar questions...

There is a wide range of common reactions that a person may have to a sexual assault. This page from Charlottesville, VA's Sexual Assault Resources discusses some of them in the context of Rape Trauma Syndrome and Post-Traumatic Stress. entry from Wikipedia's Wiki How, this page has information about PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder), RR-PTSD (rape related posttraumatic stress disorder) or RTS (rape trauma syndrome). See similar questions...

The dog is a Rhodesian Ridgeback. She's highly "food motivated" and she'll put up with just about anything if she knows there is food in it for her. See similar questions...

The crate, made famous in the videos for "Keep the Spirit Alive" & "We Stand Alone", was retired prior to the Weapons tour in 1990. It was given to MuchMusic (Canadian version of MTV) to thank them for all of their support. There are some stills of the crate in our video section. See similar questions...

Bloody stool is caused by a problem somewhere in your digestive tract. There could be many causes of bloody stool. The first step is to determine where the bleeding is occurring. This is done by observing the color of the blood. Bright red bloody stools are often an indicator that the bleeding is near the anus. Darker blood suggests that the problem is farther up the digestive tract. See similar questions...

Always make sure there are appropriate toys & treats to keep your dog's attention in the crate. Cratewear bumpers help protect his teeth from the wire bars and can be sprayed with a taste deterrent like Bitter Apple. It's better to chew on a toy or on a Cratewear Bumper than to chew the crate's metal bars, which can result in expensive veterinary bills and permanent tooth damage. See similar questions...

Yes they can. Many people use them as two separate crates for two dogs, or they use one for home and one for travel. Of course, using the Regular crate with the Long crate, using the extender kit, gives the animal more room to move around and stretch their legs, which no other crate can offer. Yes. Because the Homestretch™ crate is so light, a heavy wind can pick it up easily. On each corner of the house is a loop, made just for those windy days. See similar questions...

Learning to observe what is normal and and what is not in animals that can't talk takes time and patience. The purpose of this FAQ is to serve as a basic guideline to know when to consult your vet to see if an examination is in order. Learning to observe what is normal and and what is not in animals that can't talk takes time and patience. The purpose of this FAQ is to serve as a basic guideline to know when to consult your vet to see if an examination is in order. See similar questions...

Whatever works for the dog. However, we recommend training your dog to use their nose so that you minimize scratches on your door, or the dog knocking the bells off the door knob or tangling the Poochie-Bellstm. The See similar questions...

This question has been making its way around the message board. Reportedly, the nose is a not so subtle snub to the Weinsteins formerly of Miramax, who refused to allow Damon to wear a prosthetic nose for Gilliam's The Brothers Grimm on the basis that an A-list star should be easily identifiable. When Soderbergh heard this, he supposedly insisted that Damon should wear a prosthetic nose for O13. See similar questions...