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Thank you so much for the update !! That face ................ I get something in my eyes each time I see it ;)

if you can, please get a professional to come & help you .... Three days ago, a friend who has working sheepdogs lost his old retired boy . This old boy was killed by his son ..just hit maturity ....and apparently took the old boy's almost blind/deaf long hard (now, I know you're there..but what are you doing/saying/ ) stares as something else Very sad for the legend to go like that ..... and no, there were no direct recriminations on the young dog........but he is not the most popular at all.

Maybe ask your vet first, just to be sure ... I have used it ..just a drop or two on a finger,spread around , and rub in well ..repeat, repeat , then wipe off with a clean tissue .The amount which would somehow get into an eye is absolutely minimal, and I thought it was a safe thing to use ...

Olive oil :) just a tiny smear.. a couple of times a day .

Hair loss around eyes may also be demodex mites ;) best to get him checked if it is a new thing , just in case.

Dogs are castrated to remove the chance of testicular cancer . It is also said to help in preveniting prostate problems . The loss of testosterone may also help with temperament , and reduces sex-linked behaviours. Desexing males and females stops casual/irresponsible breeders producing unwanted puppies/puppies from non- health tested parents passing on genetic faults, and stops excess puppies being part of the pet shop trade.

Good update!

I used to use photorazor ...and have tried that easy thumbnails ....and also this one LINK - however, for simply resizing quickly - no editing or playing around with sliders ..right clicking on an image, then just two clicks more ...that suits this old brain nicely these days ;) There are so many choices!!!

<br style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: verdana, tahoma, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 18px; background-color: rgb(238, 242, 247); ">he is a baby- he will toilet inside...nothing surer.. just like when we were being potty trained - I'm pretty certain we all missed quite a bit to start with, and didn't 'hold it' and wait for someone to come get us !" :p IF he has a bed or two.. some old clothing you have worn with your scent on ... some food , some rolling/noisy toys , and water ....and you introduce outside playtime ,starting NOW ...like his favourite toys are ONLY available outside now ..and you will only play /wrestle with him outside, and he gets treats when he's outside ......then outside will seem a good spot to be. DO NOT make a fuss .. no 'I have to leave you now, don't worry, I;ll be back, I am worried ......' everything should be a matter-of-fact- experience .... :)

Great progress :)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/alcina/2012%20-%20My%20Life/MAR12_174kja.jpg is he 'peeing in the pool' ? ;)

:) most dogs do - but not all pay attention to what they hear. (thankfully, sometimes!)

:)

That's sad news Sorry there will be many hard decisions. Would the younger dog's breeder be able to help? contact them, would be my suggestion. The older dog .. if she were mine, she would not be sent to thepound, but taken to her own vet ,and gently hugged as she was euthanased quietly and calmly.....

sorry , I'm confused..what are you asking?

OK..it sounds much as if he is being territorial /it is HIS turf..and he is boss. I would ,at this stage, urge you to get help from a recommended professional ..who will observe him at home , and then help you managing it /training. There are several folks on the forum who could help you ..I noticed that nekhbet offered .. maybe contact her? glad you are having some success with treats. A clicker is a special little thing ..makes quite a distinct sound, and , naturally you need to learn how to use it properly, as timing is absolutely crucial! His walks are nowhere near long enough, IMO ..he probably would settle more with at least a half hour 2x a day (that is on leash walking)

<br style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: verdana, tahoma, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 18px; background-color: rgb(238, 242, 247); "> Is this to dogs which come to your home, or dogs in a dog park, or dogs when you are walking your dog ? being an Amstaff - you need to be cautious, and really start some training/focus. If, one day, a dog gets hurt, or an owner gets cranky , you and your dog may be in trouble How many training sessions do you do each day ? If , when training, he is looking at you, waiting for his reward , and listening - ten that's a very good start :) If not ...you need to do some work . I think this says it all ;)

looks like a good time :)

:) thanks....didn't think so ...I am just envisaging all those long legs getting untangled :p

<br style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: verdana, tahoma, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 18px; background-color: rgb(238, 242, 247); ">Do dogs stay in these all day, swaY ?

My italics. however, he has dog now, and brother, if you are reading - please ask on here for recommendations for a good vet/specialist in your area before you consider any more surgery .

Hmmmm that does sound a lot of puppies ....

:) isn't that wonderful!

I wouldn't bother cooking it ...if it is minced chicken carcass it should NOT be cooked due to bone content, anyway (cooked bone is both indigestible and sharp/dangerous);) 3 meals a day , or 4 if one is very late .. and they should improve . Hunger is the best appetising factor !! :p

No expert on crate training...but a puppy crated over 8 hours a day is not having a life well, yes, of course he will ..he is a BABY , and can not fully control his bowel/bladder ..probably will not be able to for some months yet... crate training is done , AFAIK while owner is at home,and gradually .it is NOT a prison ..it is an aid , a safe place for the dog ..and should be done so there is opportunity to let puppy out frequently . Most puppies can not 'hold' for hours at a time during the day, and should be free to play and chew and rest comfortable. if the backyard is safe, why not leave him outside, with a kennel/bed ? That way he will toilet outside , and be able to play in the sun :) Toilet training involves taking a pup outside every 1/2 hour or so .. rewarding any action ,and getting pup used to hearing a word/phrase which will eventually become a cue to toilet, and which then can be used anywhere, anytime ! :) :) Do you have a corridor/room which you can babygate off ..put down protective flooring and leave pup in ? You can then maybe use a doggie loo, newspaper, or puppy training pads . edit : a crate for a dane needs to be a large one..as he will grow a lot! A crate needs to be large enough for puppy to lie comfortably ..on his side ..legs straight out, and NO part of him touching wire. It also needs to be high enough for him to easily sit up straight, and stand up straight, head high..with no part of him touching wire. he also needs to be able to turn around in it.....without any difficulty....