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be FIRM . the vet is taking YOUR money .... and you are entitled to seek whatever procedures necessary to help find out what is wrong. please read this page CLICK HERE.. it explains just HOW much info can be obtained from a little blood !! excerpt:

this is way out of my comfort zone

shivering /seeking a cool spot .. what is his temperature ? he may have a fever ..or his poor little body's thermostat may not be working, due to problems . Did your vet do blood/urine tests- or suggest them? if not, I strongly that you should write down all history /meds etc and find a new vet. ..and yes, this is 'shivering'..not so much shaking ... that ,plus loss of appetite signals a very unwell little boy . All I can do is urge you to get a vet appointment very soon ..have bloods tested for infections/kidney function .. everything, really ..and then make plans.

walking/doing her normal activities will not hurt her at all ... she is pregnant, not diseased ;) ( no 5 km runs , or racing ...) Glad you have spoken with the breeder ..and if a caesarian is done , it is possible to spey her at the same time . I have worked with bitches who had this done ..and they had no problems raising large litters (labradors) ....

*nag,nag,nag* :p :p T ..it will happen ...one day , thanks for the hints :) I don't take many dog photos , actually ....

I don't get this either ..she will probably be more relaxed if she knows he's around :)

..and I would be cautious about trusting a vet whose xray stuff is out of order- and who doesn't suggest trying another clinic ..or doing an ultrasound ..... Are there other vets around ? keep emailing/phoning the breeder - they may be able to help get an xray or something.... I would also suggest that those folks who are keen to get a puppy pay you a deposit - a couple hundred dollars to help cover desexing/vacc's . They may then have a slight change of mind ;) in which case you need to look further ! Do NOT give pups away . if people have to pay early - then they have an idea of what will be a part of their life ....

tesslc - another suggestion to contact the breeder .. and yes, to cop any flak ;) Word gets around , and they may be very P'd off if they hear this news in Chinese whispers down the track.

in the boot??? I am hoping you mean rear area of a van/wagon , and not a boot of a sedan - with lid ;) My Mitchell used to often sleep in my station wagon when we were travelling :)

you will know, trust me ! it may take more than 48 hrs .. but you will soon know .. upset tummy /vomiting/'diarrhoea' but which really is just liquid escaping around a solid lump which can't move ...and that sort of thing....

That's how I understood it as well :)

I feel incredibly humbled by receiving this camera in the mail yesterday ... my very first new DSLR ! Taking photos with this is a very different experience here are a few of the first , taken with supplied 18-55 lens . The one of my hand ,and Dougal cat were taken late last night .. lit only by a bedside lamp , and all are unedited , except for some cropping . I am impressed :)

perhaps contact the breeder - and ask for any advice re: whelping? It will be scary /wonderful.. remember - she needs quiet and security ... keep an eye on her subtly - and make sure A vet knows ..and you have a number you can call if needed! also make sure the bitch isn't too hot when whelping. She will puff & pant anyhow , with the exertion/anxiety ...

You will know in a day or two if he is having problems .....

beautiful!~!

another query , sorry - are those boards treated pine? I would worry about pups chewing them .... many years ago I saw a lab puppy who was VERY ill from chewing treated pine lattice

How is dog today?

..are they toys he really likes? or are they toys which appealed to you ;) there is a difference. Chew things can be large bones ... deer antlers ... frozen chunks of meat /frozen turkey wings .... is he on lead/in a pen when indoors at all ? he may well need to be taught to stay off things - and if he is a bed chewer- well he gets old opshop towels/blankets /newspaper ! :p What do you do when you catch him chewing?

he is a normal puppy . What things does he have which he IS allowed to chew? How much time does he spend exploring outside?

There are a few ways of doing things ... discuss with your chosen breeder ..they will have a plan :) ... There is also teh "waiting for a Puppy" thread . What an adventure - getting all organised :)

:) sounds fun!

What a gorgeous baby!!! he has such a wise face :) My 2c worth :) Lots of brain work at this stage , so he is very comfortable with communication between you ..settled when he has a lead/collar on , and is happy doing what is asked :) Lots of car rides , both so he gets used to his harness etc , and so you can ..stop at interesting places with teh window open so he can see/hear/smell.... get into a strict routine when you have friends over , as what is cute now - like leaning/bouncing /begging/ sniffing bits of anatomy - may NOT be when he is around 25 kg ! LOL Lots of practicing good manners - like being calm on his bed ...waiting until invited to climb on the couch /car/ whatever . Short sessions of this several times a day should give him stuff to think about - which will both tire him, and strengthen his character - and help get him ready for the WALKS :D

Ah.... that does sound a bit dangerous , yes. have you tried ADAPTIL ? Thundershirt?

what do you call 'over arousal' ? what does she do ? If I bath one of teh dogs - the others will usually show the "Yes! let's go run & dry off"/crazy after bath behaviour ... In wet/windy weather they will become alert, sometimes go on tippy toes -and do lots of air sniffing - enjoying teh new smells :) When weather is cold/damp - scent hangs around more ..and the dogs here enjoy that immensely :) Prey items - yes, well........ we are HUNTING ! Our dogs are allowed this behaviour ..and I consider it normal for them - it may be both unwanted and abnormal for many ....