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ouch. It looks swollen ..or is it a muscle rupture? poor boy ...

probiotics given AFTER the a/b's , to recolonise the gut :)

I do NOT think an electronic collar , when used with proper instruction is in any way cruel- and agree with *kirty* about the electric fence ( though how you would set it up I don't know - there would need to be at least two hotwires- ground level and fencetop) .. it is all way better than the alternative!

I can understand . My Don dog is the soppiest clingiest dog - until he hears/sees/scents something . he works them, doesn't bite or maim ...has been known to bring sheep or single lambs home , using his obviously ok instinctual skills. as we have no yard fence..when he's not with me , he is on a 5 mtr long light chain just near the kitchen ...It is all carefully planned according to his behaviour, any potential dangers, and need for shelter, play room, etc ..and it works so well ! I would strongly urge you to make your girl's run the BEST place to spend a few hours - ALL treats/bones/food get fed out in the run, ONLY . if she has prey drive, how about a bungee chook, or home alone toy from AUSSIEDog toys online? would she roll a soccer ball around? what about a KONG Wobbler with her kibble in? I would introduce a couple of levels into her run (presuming it's roofed) - so she can perch up high & watch things ... maybe as simple as putting a good solid table in there , glue carpet on the top ..and put a sandpit underneath? then she has a shaded sandy spot ..and a perch :) Also, may I suggest a nice high placed birdbath /feeder to provide her with her own "entertainment channel"

The sooner you get a professional's assistance the better for you all ... best of luck .

keep them separate for a while - new puppy = the one who does NOT get the privileges .it is a lot for an old dog

:) saw her pic on FB - isn't she gorgeous!!

First- a vet check for an infection in her bladder ....then a decent trainer (NOT a fancy named franchise) to help you all :)

raw mince is great! :) For infrequent dosings - TABLETs are crushed if it's OK to do so ..and sprinkled on one quarter of a peanut butter sandwich ;) Goes down SO fast :)

:) :)

A pretty day today .

dogs don't 'cry 'with tears.

..and an hour long walk is perhaps a bit much for a young pup - those little joints are still forming ... perhaps 15 - 20 mins twice a day , and about 3, 5 minute obedience sessions? training the basics- and some tricks will give him other things to think about ;) Also provide one of his meals each day in some sort of food dispensing toy ..or put his kibble for that meal into a soft drink bottle minus lid and little ring ..and leave him to figure it out! What's he like at puppy school?

sacred bamboo! that's it :)

fishbone fern, sparaxis?, japanese bamboo?violets, and yes, possibly may bush .We have all of the above, and have never seen any reaction from the dogs .Bear in mind that ANYTHING can cause a reaction - soaps/carpet cleaner/fabric softener..... :)

Dear Stan .... :) :)

So much cuteness to come :) ...

:) it suits her so well - and I am envious you have met this old lady :)

LOVE Feather's coat :) She reminded me immediately of Audrey Hepburn :)

beeeoootiful :)

puppy breath.......................... congrats!! they are so beautiful :)

such fortunate pups :)

waiting.....

:) handsome lad!

Welcome :) Desexing Brash may help with some of his hormone -fuelled behaviours . TRAINING will help everything enormously, and I suggest you find a nearby dog training club and go there !! They will advise you on training equipment , and help you manage the dog with skills, not just physical restraint :)