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I wouldn't worry...that's pretty normal

Instinct rules!!

Because the birds living along the river where we are often leave carcasses lying around, or fishermen throw away the carp which are not allowed to be returned to the water

Pudden rolls in all sorts...dead fish are a favourite.

How satisfying for you, and how life changing for all your pups.

Awww...what a good girl

Oh Lordy ... the exquisite delight taken rolling in human waste , then? !!!!!!

Just thinking.... as Dad isn't yet convinced, as your cats, and children haven't had to live with a dog ..what about applying to be foster parents to rescue/shelter dogs - short term, perhaps? That way you have the support of the shelter, are doing a fantastic service, helping a dog, and deciding if a dog will fit in your household It's a big decision ...what can I offer a pup/dog , and which pup/dog best suits what I DO have to offer ? we have a list of breeds with their particulars /notes on their needs, and suitability for families, first time owners etc , if you click HERE

THIS is very important . everyone needs to be on the same page , or it's not only a puppy who suffers . have a read of the following link, too LINK Dogs will dig/bark etc if they are untrained/bored. There isn't a 'breed' as such . Pups are similar to human youngsters in their needs! warmth/food/human company ...as much learning as can be fitted into a day , security, love, and discipline.

Don't forget animals bring owners . owners who are absolutely distraught . owners who are about to be told their animal has x number of weeks to live owners who need a stern lecture on animal care owners who are often guilty of 'spoiling' their animal and helping it to an unhealthy state . Then there are the owners who are elderly , and alone, and who bring their only companion to 'the doctor' , who can not cure it . They leave with an empty cage/leash ..and go back to an empty little flat ...this is after it's been ascertained they are OK to leave on their own . The emergencies after incidents involving cars or other things ...trying to piece animals back together The emergency caesarians ..having puppies and/or mothers not make it . great job.

Aren't they stunning! Powerful and handsome here's hoping they do not get into the wrong hands ..crossbred and in trouble .....

yayyyyy :D

Hey, Pollywaffle - Poor old Polly ... old age catches up , doesn't it ? Sorry she has those problems, but glad to hear that she is still asserting herself with those troublesome passersby! mackiemad gave good advice - best of luck with it all - she is one lucky old girl

Terrific news :D

Oh That's better news ..hang in there little one !

it may be weather/anxiety ( picked up from humans or other dog) related ....

"democracy dog" LOL

Oh, Sheena how awful. Here's hoping for good news.

Just stroke her muzzle/mouth as you stroke her everywhere else her muzzle and mouth should receive the same attention during patting/brushing as her belly/ ears/ feet/ chest/tail Get her used to you stroking her mouth etc..then move on..don't let her dictate STOP...rather just stroke elsewhere on her head for a second, and get back to the muzzle, quietly and calmly praising her .you may send her to sleep if the stroking is smooth and calm!

LOL..so I guess you don't look in her mouth very often!! It's a really cool trick to teach babies ...one which is SO useful ..and which will stand them in good stead all their lives When she's relaxed, lying alongside you, or on your lap ..stroke her face/muzzle gently .... her lips ... just inside her lips ..and along her gums . Just bit by bit , and just for a minute ...until after a few sessions, you can rub your finger along her gums with her mouth closed That's a good start .... I prefer to do it without talking , so to lessen any chance of pups getting excited .

Oh Welcome back ... and how wonderful to bring with you your very own MUSE ! She looks perfect .... even down to the confetti manufacturing ;)

Not that I know of ... teething does not normally make pups itchy . Is she losing her teeth ?

It's lovely that there are meds..and vets who can use them well so that dogs like your boy can enjoy life

yes. You certainly don't want her a zombie 24/7 ..but she needs relief from this anxiety when it occurs.

This is probably NOT a good plan, as it may increase her anxiety if she is unused to being confined in a crate /separated from you / esp in a wire/metal crate which will vibrate/rattle somewhat . Crate TRAINING is just that A period of time in which pups/dogs are gradually taught that a well equipped and comfortable crate is a wonderful and safe place to be . It may take longer with a dog her age ..and any odd noises which occur during the training could then stamp "crate" as a BAD thing in her mind . The following have some useful information on crate training LINK LINK