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My dog likes to bark at animals on the TV is there a good way to break that habit?
added by Chad Oct 2 '12 at 21:06
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Feb 28 '13 at 21:53
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What is the best way to toilet train a puppy?
added by Syst3m_NZ Oct 11 '12 at 3:52
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Do not upvote questions here with 10 or more votes. – JoshDM Feb 19 '13 at 19:23
@JoshDm why? (filler text, ignore) – iamserious Feb 20 '13 at 18:25
Because for Area51 Definition approval purposes, having questions with 10 votes allows the definition to move forward; votes above 10 are "wasted" and are better spent on questions with less than 10 votes. At this time with 12 votes, this question has 2 "wasted" votes that could be better used to bring a currently lesser question with 8 votes up to 10. It is better to have many questions with 10 votes than it is to have few questions with many votes. For more information, read the blue box with the word "Definition" on the top right of this page. – JoshDM Feb 20 '13 at 18:30
@JoshDM, I see, thank you, voted few 9 votes questions to go into 10. – iamserious Feb 20 '13 at 18:46
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For those who do have votes on this and other questions above 10, you can click the bright up arrow to rescind your vote (don't drop it below 10) and apply it elsewhere in this proposal. This goes for any other Area51 you are voting for. – JoshDM Feb 20 '13 at 19:23
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How can I teach my cat to claw his scratching post instead of the curtains?
added by Ben Brocka Sep 27 '12 at 16:41
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Nov 11 '12 at 16:22
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How do I get my cat to stop biting humans?
added by EJC Oct 3 '12 at 13:45
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Feb 28 '13 at 21:54
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What could be the possible cause of my [pet]'s [symptoms]?
added by Aji Maglanque Oct 16 '12 at 4:27
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This is not a question. – Fuxia Nov 24 '12 at 11:37
it is a sample question though. Meaning questions like this would be allowed and encouraged on this site. a "medical" section per se. – William Jan 21 '13 at 17:10
@william - These types of poll questions are frowned on by SE Rules. – Chad Feb 7 '13 at 17:44
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How can I get my cat to use a cat-flap?
added by Jamiec Oct 29 '12 at 15:31
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Mar 8 '13 at 2:59
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How long is too long to get a cat or dog neutered or spayed? Is there a problem getting it done after they're adults?
added by jmort253 Sep 25 '12 at 1:35
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 16 '12 at 23:59
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How can I train my [dog/cat] to not go into the street when outdoors?
added by jmort253 Sep 25 '12 at 1:37
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 9 '12 at 21:08
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Can someone describe the technique for dealing with a cat that is choking?
added by jmort253 Sep 25 '12 at 1:40
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 22 '12 at 21:43
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What are some good ways to make sure that my indoor-outdoor cat doesn't stay out during the night?
added by Hamlet Sep 25 '12 at 1:45
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 29 '12 at 13:56
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Our child wants to be a temporary foster parent for a dog. Where do we look?
added by Guy Coder, edited by jmort253 Oct 8 '12 at 2:44
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Dec 22 '12 at 19:20
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I have a dog (10 yrs old) that seems lonely all the time. I want to get her a dog friend. What is the best way to integrate a new dog into the family?
added by gijoemike, edited by jmort253 Oct 8 '12 at 2:44
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Nov 17 '12 at 0:58
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Does an indoor cat need flea treatments?
added by Ben Brocka Sep 27 '12 at 16:25
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Nov 15 '12 at 0:49
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How can I train my cat to not jump on the kitchen counters?
added by Ben Brocka Sep 27 '12 at 16:32
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 25 '12 at 20:22
@Christofian - Actually, this is a form of gaming the system and simply opens the door for people to vote down good questions and bring them below 10. Please see this Stack Exchange answer for more details. If Stack Exchange wanted questions to be capped at 10, they would have implemented this feature instead of declining it. Hope this helps! – jmort253 Feb 3 '13 at 18:59
@jmort253 - The point is that there is no benefit to voting above 10. There is a limit to the number of upvotes of any given person so voting up a question already at 10 does not help the SE progress into commitment where we can hopefully get the site launched quickly. It is not a cap but a request to vote for other questions. – Chad Feb 20 '13 at 16:52
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How much space does a hamster need in its cage?
added by Hamlet, edited by jmort253 Oct 8 '12 at 2:42
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Nov 12 '12 at 17:38
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I have a parrot that has an instinctual fear of hands. How can I desensitize or lessen this innate fear so that she is easier to handle.
added by maple_shaft Sep 28 '12 at 13:24
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My parrot fell and broke a tail feather that seems to be causing him pain. What is the correct way to pluck a broken feather without causing stress?
added by maple_shaft Sep 28 '12 at 13:31
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My parrot is highly bonded with me but seems to be mean with everybody else, including my wife. How can I encourage my pet to trust others as well?
added by maple_shaft Sep 28 '12 at 13:33
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My cat seems to have a ton of play aggression, is another cat a good idea to help calm down the play aggression? We already have play time daily...
added by EJC Oct 3 '12 at 13:48
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My neighbour complaint my dog was trying to eat his guinea pig and threatens to alarm police. How to teach my dog to suppress his hunting instinct?
added by FolksLord, edited by Chad Feb 20 '13 at 16:49
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How large terrarium I need for a mole?
added by FolksLord Oct 3 '12 at 21:55
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How do I get two cats to coexist? One is big and a bully, the other is small and terrified. They've been kept separate for a year.
added by thursdaysgeek Oct 15 '12 at 21:19
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How do I keep a cat from eating houseplants?
added by thursdaysgeek Oct 15 '12 at 21:20
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Jan 15 '13 at 23:16
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What causes a cat to barf its food, and how do I minimize that?
added by thursdaysgeek Oct 15 '12 at 21:27
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Is it bad if I accidentally leave the lights on my fish tank overnight? Or do the fish not care whether it is light or dark?
added by thursdaysgeek Oct 15 '12 at 21:41
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What are safe materials for inside an aquatic turtle acquarium? I've seen plans using PVC, concrete, lumber, etc. but am concerned about chemicals.
added by matt wilkie Oct 28 '12 at 19:44
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My Dog has bad breath, but specialist dog toothpaste is expensive. Can anyone recommend another or homemade alternative?
added by Mark W Nov 4 '12 at 18:48
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What are possible reasons my cat whines at night?
added by Tobias Kienzler Nov 8 '12 at 19:27
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Which house plants/flowers are poisonous and which are safe for cats?
added by alestanis Nov 11 '12 at 11:18
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My sterilized cat has put on weight. How can I help him shed pounds?
added by alestanis Nov 11 '12 at 11:19
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How to refresh my cat during heat waves?
added by alestanis Nov 11 '12 at 11:25
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<comments removed> Please do not use comments to answer these questions. This proposal is not part of a Q&A site, and the task at hand is to help define what is on and off topic for a site. Comments are here to help improve the questions; not to answer them. Thank you. – Robert Cartaino Feb 22 '13 at 15:42
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Why do cats not like their front paws being held?
added by jippie Nov 28 '12 at 21:49
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One of my cats needs special food, how can I make each of the cats eats its own food at all times?
added by jippie Nov 28 '12 at 21:58
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Why does my cat walk away (and expect me to follow) while I stroke her?
added by naxa Jan 3 '13 at 22:56
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My cat is going crazy stuck inside the house during winter. How can I help her burn off some energy and stay stimulated?
added by mikeTheLiar Jan 8 '13 at 19:07
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The cat seems depressed after the dog died. What should we do to help lift the cat's spirits or help him mourn?
added by jmort253 Sep 25 '12 at 1:36
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 22 '12 at 21:44
@christofian why we are not going to next stage we have 14 question with 10 score – Ankit Sharma Jan 29 '13 at 16:53
@ankit- we need 14 more questions with a score of 10 or more to move to the next phase. – jmort253 Jan 29 '13 at 21:38
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How can I safely introduce a new pet into the household when there is only one pet (an only child, so to speak)?
added by jmort253 Sep 25 '12 at 1:39
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 8 '12 at 23:21
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My parrot may have eaten a small amount of chocolate and I hear that is highly poisonous to them. Should I try to purge him and if so how?
added by maple_shaft Sep 28 '12 at 13:29
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please don't upvote this question anymore, it already has 10 votes, and we need other questions to reach that threshold too so that this proposal can move to the beta stage. – Hamlet Oct 29 '12 at 13:56
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How are canine agility contests scored?
added by Chad Oct 2 '12 at 21:13
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Lol sorry, I'm being a noob. – Tatiana Racheva Oct 8 '12 at 16:46
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How do I effectively apply diatomaceous earth (for flea control) to a long-haired dog's coat?
added by Niall C. Oct 20 '12 at 2:52
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