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Can you even just do ONE ? even if it takes a month...they'll all get done in time to do them again ..... Perhaps there is a dog acupuncurist vet somewhere who may be able to help ? Poor old lad ....:(

I like frenchies with faces....nearly owned one several decades ago.......

"Cobby" means that the dog is thickset/short bodied ..looks 'chunky' Your boy looks fine/longer legged .

that is WAY too much poo! Dogs should be absorbing their food ..not eating food that ends up as waste

Conformation is the structure and appearance of a dog- every breed has its own desired conformation dachshunds for example have long backs . A shorter backed, longer legged dachshund would have poor conformation .

To me he looks lovely - but I like lean dogs . I agree with the others - 4 poos a day means that something is going thru him - most likely the kibble . Feed fattier bits of meat, and less kibble, and see how you go

they are looking fantastic - but it's Sapphos' eyes that get me .... *sigh* Wonderful to see them stretched out ..those special muscles doing their 'thing'. Thanks for the update!

safe from the heating we use indoors? fires, etc ?

just good at getting attention ;) Even from The Boss! Who lets Clive jump up on him while he's eating breakfast!!!!!

Kamela/kammi with floppy ears Kammi @ 4 mths with prick ears Clive wrapped up warm ...

Thank you for coming back with an update Youare certainly working at changing things! I think we need a photo of the 'good' henry ;)

So Sorry, and although it was scary for you, for Missy it was just you and her ...and she was surrounded by your scent and presence and love , and it was good .It was her time, and the place was with you.

Same here. It's not for everyone.

Hmm...at the vets I worked for it happened a bit - and on a few occasions we sent the owners out. The dogs were becoming so anxious and upset because the owners were beside themselves, that the process was turning into a bad memory for the owner, and a difficult procedure for us. Once the owner was gone, and with a staff member cuddling the dog, everything was relaxed and easy - no struggling or anxiety anymore ..nothing to feed off, so they just settled. I have also stood in for friends who couldn't bear it ..and the dogs were fine with me there- just another vet visit .... ho hum ....

an important job, too! . My condolences to you too, Mark.... I'm glad Sasha and Kira will now be together playing forever .

Take her for nice, interesting walks on lead instead..along a river/down at a beach/on a walking trail She will get enough running around playing with toys at home .

How unsettling for everyone It may be time for her to have some appropriate medication to calm down her nervous system a bit . I don't have any names I can throw at you , but a VETERINARY BEHAVIOURIST would be your best choice of person to seek out - as they would have experience of this sort of thing, and the veterinary knowledge of drugs to help. Hopefully someone here can help with a recommendation Otherwise, can you put a kids' bed at the foot of yours , or similar?

I Doubt this very much Puppies bond with humans , and learn from them . Imagine if people had "try before you buy" programs , and then returned puppies - who would be stressed and missing their humans...plus having learned a household's habits, only to have their whole world changed again ? No, This would be most unfair. This is why it is well worth spending weeks/months - maybe longer spending as much time as you can with dogs of your chosen breed/s so you KNOW what to expect. You can NOT get the experience from books. It's like having a baby . Books are fine - but a real- life crying baby hasn't read the books!! LOL

Ohhh, such sad, sad news..another DOL stalwart trotted over the bridge . Even though you have known this was coming, it is still such a big loss for you - such a shock for her not to BE there She was a gorgeous girl, and has been much loved. R I P Sasha girl ..may there be soft sand in the shade where you can dig the biggest holes!

THE most pressing question - WHAT function will the the dog have ? guard? Jogging partner? Hobby/obedience/dog sports? Cycling partner? curl up on the couch and watch netflix buddy? bedwarmer? greeter of guests/ambassador of its breed and your training? travel partner/work companion? When you have THIS clear - then look at your chosen breed and see how they will fit the role . Will they be happy with a 20 min walk every day or two, or because they are more a working breed, will YIOU be happy going out twice a day ? Are they going to (once they've matured) be solid and trustworthy to jog several km with? Will you have a houseful of shed hair? Do you think neighbours will mind when the dog gets bored and barks at birds/possums/cats? Is your chosen breed too large/small to curl up with happily? Do you have members in your family/friends'circle who may be reluctant to visit it you have a medium/large dog? What will you do to allay their fears? These are all things to consider. Oh - also consider that everything maintenance and medical - costs go up with the dog's weight/size - that's important @ Food/anaesthetics etc obviously cost more , the larger the dog. There are dog breeds I would love to own , however where I live and how I live now means it wouldn't be in the dog's best interests to live with me , but I have a wonderful 'pack' who chose me and suit exactly where we are One day, I hope to own one of my 'wished-for' breed.... maybe Choosing a new companion is difficult - especially if it is your first , and I wish you all the best . DON"T HURRY into it. The right dog will find you if you take things slowly ....

back to the VET . - your pup needs professional help . Diarrhoea can be very taxing on pups.

he is a BABY - he NEEDS attention, and lots of it

He needs a toileting space AWAY from food/water . Dogs don't normally poo/pee where they eat . Somewhere warm to sleep. Toys to chew and cuddle and UNTIPPABLE water bowl and I would leave a large raw meaty bone with him - but that's just me . You could also leave a bowl full of dry puppy food , as he'll get hungry .

@suchit you can find relevant information on a lot of breeds here : CLICK HERE

I would suggest you visit local dog parks, local dog obedience clubs, or local dog shows see REAL DOGS , and talk to owners . THEN find a book or a club on the dog/s which you think you may want to live with for 12 years As a first time dog owner you would be better prepared by doing this than by just reading books. I believe you really need to see the dog, the size/activity level/how it behaves/what the coat is like ....THEN do your homework Maybe even do some voluntary work at a shelter- learning to handle dogs - learning a bit about how dogs behave , so you are better prepared if you do get one of your own .It can be VERY disheartening having this creature in your house, and not understanding why it is behaving in a certain way /how to manage it. if we are to help you we usually like to have more information like : Why do you need a dog? Where will the dog sleep? Will the dog be home while you are at work? Do you have a good sized backyard with excellent fencing? Are there dog training clubs etc near your home where you and your dog can go ? Have you had a dog before ? if so, what ?