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First thing is to get a urine sample to the vet for testing. If vet gives him the all clear then the next thing is to find out why he would do this. It is very unusual for dogs to urinate on their beds. Is his crate so big that he can move off his bed to urinate or does he cock his leg through...

Already signed. We should not forget, either, that people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress suffer greatly from these awful things.

Glad to hear he is better. Yes the cough will be due to the tube.

If his behaviour has worked once, i.e. he has made a fuss and got you up to talk to him, then he will keep trying. Even being told off is better, to a dog, than being ignored! The best way is to ignore the unwanted behaviour. What happens is that you get what is called an "extinction burst"...

You are right to separate them at feeding times. Some dogs find food and toys very important to them. We should respect this and manage the situation accordingly. If it is a particular toy that is being guarded then I would remove it while the other dog is around. Unlike children we cannot...

The anaesthetic will probably have sedated his circulation. Hopefully he is better this morning? Keep him warm and comfortable and call the vet if he does not seem right. Follow up consultations, after operations, are usually free unless extra procedure or medication is required.

Update on Frontline. Many pets have become resistant to the Frontline that has come off licence and is sold in chemists etc, Frontline Combo has replaced it and is only available from your vet.

All the previous problems are still there whether you have one or two. Many people think that another dog is a sufficient replacement for the attention of their owner. This is not the case. Both dogs will crave your company but, when you are there, have to share it with the other dog. Two dogs...

Morally, of course, he should be yours. In law I don't think there are any clear cut guidelines. I think he would come under "possessions" although as he was hers to begin with that might count in her favour. Do you think she might have moved on and not be wanting him anymore? With any luck she...

I would leave him something to chew on while you are out. He may be relaxed and not wanting to chew or he may be tense and listening for your return all the time. Tense dogs cannot eat as their tummy gets very tight. Keep your fingers crossed that he is relaxed and not interested in his Kong...

Fresh tap water smells more than if it is left to stand for a while. To keep her interested in her food make sure you pick it up once she has walked away. Food left lying around becomes boring. If she is leaving her food a lot then cut down the number of meals she has so that she is hungry by...

Do be aware that many of these, off the shelf, preparations are not very effective. Fleas can be the devils own things to eradicate and a veterinary strength one is usually the only way to go. Vets keep up to date on which ones the fleas are becoming resistant to and change product regularly...

Looks good but have not heard of anyone using one. Do keep working on a good recall. Use high value food rewards that are given as soon as he returns to you. Do not ask for a sit or any other position first. Just feed him several (up to five depending how difficult it was for him) treats one...

Is he a confident dog? Does he cock his leg when he pees? These are questions to ask before neutering. The testosterone from their testicles gives them confidence. Cocking their leg indicates that they are sexually mature. Sometimes the testosterone causes all sorts if nuisance behaviours like...

Glad to hear he is settling in a little more. For training and socialising I would contact a trainer that belongs to the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers). They are all very well qualified and keep up to date with all the modern methods. If he is not ready for classes yet they will give...

For such an old girl I would just cook what she likes. Chicken and rice is fine. You might like to add a little calcium to it like a product called Stress. I did some research a while ago and that is all that is lacking from a chicken and rice diet. You could always cook a double amount of your...

Clean the shed with a 10% solution of biological washing detergent. Rinse. Dry. That should eradicate any lingering scent that might be causing the visiting animal to over mark on the old scent. If some other creature is visiting the shed then it is going to be very difficult to find a solution...

Perhaps start getting her to come away from the remaining pups more and more? If she could cope, perhaps she could sleep somewhere else? Or move the pups to a new place and let her sleep in her old place? Persuade her to be separate from them as much as you can with offers of treats and playtime...

Always speak to your vet if you have concerns. Better safe than sorry.

A bland diet is often the first course of action. Chicken and brown rice or fish and brown rice for about four or five days. Egg and rice is also ok. You can also give her a probiotic. Natural yoghurt is readily available or Fortiflora, which I get from my vet but is probably available online...