When our Dobe was a pup, we kept her quiet for an hour before and an hour after all meals. I would stick to that…and maybe, instead of playing, use puppy’s meal as a training opportunity, since mental work trumps physical work for wearing out a dog of any age. Use the meal as training treats instead of actual treats. 🙂

I would worry that something else is wrong. Could this be allergies? Could she be getting into something outside? Have you considered keeping her inside due to her age? You *may* be able to better contain her vomiting if you can control the environment more closely.

What has your vet done so far for diagnostics?

Spray the wires with Bitter Apple.
Keep her out of the rooms where wires are.

Other than removing the plant or keeping the cats indoors, I cannot think of anything that would make him friendlier.

If you feel she is sick, take her to the vet.

yep, normal.

Depending on the size of your dog, it may pass.  I’d call your vet for advice, though…they may want you to bring the dog in immediately.

Cats can be horribly manipulative.  Provided she is healthy, I wouldn’t worry.  I’d let your friend know, though. 🙂

i am 99.999% certain this is not diet-related. she eats Wellness CORE and has since coming home at 10 weeks. i frequently change the formulation and will throw in a different brand from time to time, but i stick to higher end foods with no grains. i believe i’ve said this a few times in the past. 😉 i’m working on researching a few food options that have lower carb content, however, as i’m not much a fan of the high amount of potatoes and peas.

prior to making this post on Sunday, i used a diluted white vinegar wash – the same wash i use on her coat prior to a show. that made her more prone to licking, to the point of running off so she could lick it off. i believe it stung a bit.

we already use witch hazel in conjunction with her other allergy – which was, as i mentioned, a contact allergy and not food related. we determined this with an elimination diet and had her on a venison-based raw diet for about 2 months. the witch hazel in conjunction with the benadryl has kept her from chewing.

benadryl has worked fine.