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;) looks like a 4WD two Wheeler

The best idea is to feed what the breeder is feeding feed that for a few days to help avoid tummy upsets ..then gradually introduce your new food . As for Crate TRAINING ..it can be the BEST idea ever . It's not just "sticking pup in crate" and leaving them there all day ..it is a whole training thing . It is giving the pup/dog somewhere of their own ..it's where they will be sleeping with all their comfy stuff ..it's where they get their special treats & toys ...& where they can be safe when it's not ideal they be wandering/under your feet /ill .

Unless you see the scores, and understand how they work , there is no way you KNOW , sorry . The breeders told you there are no problems ? Fine . Ask them to SHOW you the scores from Mum and Dad. This might help you understand , so you can speak with the breeder . Perhaps this is not the right puppy for you ? This info comes from HERE I do hope you can find a Vet /mentor who will advise and support you . This a very important issue , and there is a LOT to consider before letting someone start chopping away at your puppy. .

@melzawelza !!!!!!!!!! Thanks for telling us what can happen .

Uncle Troy will be cross.....

@Roova Lovely @Scottsmum That is so pretty. I will get there one day ......

So puppy is 9 weeks, and you've had her for 2 ?

Gosh - that little leg does look as though there's some sort of displacement .... I agree with TSD ..Xray or second opinion is a good idea.

YES!! buy yourself a large bottle of F10 ... and do bedding/shoes/patches where pup has vomited/pooed ...your clothes ..car seats etc ... Hope she continues to be bright, and is well again soon.

Gosh!! treating such a baby at home !! being so young , I suggest she goes back to the vet - or to another vet . Things can change very quickly with parvo

K9 Angel - hello 6 years - wow .... It probably seems both like yesterday , and a lifetime ago for you .. Hope all is well with your family ..and that you are still enjoying making lovely things .

Puppies are wonderful - also a LOT of work . These links might help you : I have not used these ... but find that input from many sources can help with making your own plan > Just remember - your pup is very much a BABY ..and will still be locked in to the habits of where she grew up . Much thought, time and patience will be need for the next 12 mths (and beyond ;) ) LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK

Congratulations on the Full House!!! ;) Looking forward to photos at some stage

Yep, sadly it is done to prevent unauthorised breeding

maybe phone your vet if you are worried ?.. I don't know what's in Coca Cola ...or how it affects dogs ...

Spent some time with this old guy & his dog yesterday (click on image to view larger )

Cute little A.I punkin, and such a pretty pink sky, scottsmum!..once again , where you live has great views!!

@SmokeyR67

Aww.. half mast ears We have lots with our dogs . They just add character . As Mingaling said ( and she is a very experienced groomer/dog person ) It is NOT something to just "do" for a beginner ..or to a pup this age . The ears might still shift shape - .

You're right tho ..Winter would have been very difficult for everyone . he was blessed

an arm and a leg. It may seem disabling, BUT. FROM AN ETHICAL BREEDER, pup's family would have been tested for genetic faults , been vaccd, been handled a lot, come with info on feeding and care, and be supported by the breeder . All this stuff costs breeders half a leg and an arm. A rescue is another idea ? That way desexing and vacc are done

Welcome . he looks lovely I will also suggest you start with the breeder . Skin irritations - such a frustrating set of symptoms ... a LOT of detective work needs to be done to find out the WHY . Different causes can be food/plants/ immune system problems /parasites ... The ligament etc problems - what exactly are they ? We can't help if we don't know the problem/s

I hope you have contacted the pup's breeder and let them know of these problems. the best answers to your questions about insurance would be found by contacting them Just look online, or phone ..don't give them details ..just ask a general question ..and then you'll have the info. What results did the pup's mother & father have in their hip/elbow tests ?

With a mixed breed pup ... you cannot compare it to any of the purebred breeds used in its making . Once someone mixes up all that genetic material - anything can happen !

also..this might help