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The point is though... that no matter whether the dog is relaxed or high drive , if it is AGGRESSIVE to other dogs when off leash..then, to avoid incident it needs to be walked/trained/run/swam ON LEASH...either temporarily, until the problem is addressed - or otherwise. It's simple

Well done!

She is a pup, not a child - the above do not apply. ;) Calling a 12 week old pup obtuse isn't really fair - she is a dog, she is a baby, and she will learn very quickly once the lesson is explained to her in a way she can understand!

Sometimes bitches will 'scoot' after they pee .. to wipe themselves .. they will also scoot sometimes if they have irritation in the vulva... a vet check first .. then worry ;)

Do some checking .... then , if all clear, tell the lady honestly that you can find no sign of any neurological problem in the dog's family....and recommend a specialist or other vet. Not much else you can do .

I'm a macro addict ;)

I love the sandy paw shot!

that is my favourite CHIMP

Thanks for sharing! There are some lovely shots there .... well done!

Sorry about Smegel usually it's the other way 'round ..cats can fight it better than dogs. Glad to hear that Jess is on the improve ! Thanks for the update

but it needs to be good raspberry cordial..not just artificial red sugary stuff ;)It's the raspberry that does the trick (works on humans and pigs, too!)

I do not think a 12 week old pup will be at all happy or comfortable in a cardboard box .....and may well hurt itself trying to jump out.

use a flea bomb inside It will do floors etc . They work really well!

Doesn't sound as if those methods fit with today's approach Is there a regulatory body or anywhere where your observations can be reported?

yes.

That's encouraging ... hope all her internal organs are functioning ok. fingers crossed.

:)

no to any dog being allowed to do that, really....

just my 2c worth.... why not look at short coated breeds? easier to keep cool/search for ticks/groom . Large dogs take up extra room in cars ..and cost more in medications/boarding etc.

sending thoughts ..that's a very long time without help , poor little girl.

Yay Bet you are feeling some relief shek !!

Phew!! What a worry . I do hope she sleeps well tonight, (and you also ) healing thoughts sent.

yep .. maybe instead of one little obedience session each day .. he has two ..just 5 minutes .. but mental exercise is very tiring! also .. as that time approaches .. pull out a special toy ..a soccer ball, or juice bottle with a few bits of kibble inside ... or a cardboard carton .. something he can kick around . If he learns that when he gets excited you will take him for a walk...then heaven help you!! :p (and he probably has already learnt it