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IMO ;) those cute & cuddly labs one sees as guide dogs, or toilet tissue testers had to be trained- same as ANY dog. I have worked with labs who were not the sort to have around children-,and I have seen ACDs and GSDs who were the softest and most patient (indeed- the dog who was my nanny and constant companion as a toddler was an ACDX) That said- apart from the fact labs shed 25 hrs a day, and often attempt to eat anything smaller than them and not nailed down .. and have not much 'finesse' - I do recommend them for families .. and love them to bits! I hope your friend does not get a dog while she has this belief- - keeping a dog & kids totally separate would be a nightmare :(

a trampoline bed is a very cold bed, IMO I think the best bed for him would be something SOLID .. with at least two high sides, and a flat solid draft proof base . The cold air can cool the bottom of the tramp. bed ..and flow all round it and over it with no barrier even an old fridge .stove carton .. with two sides left on (no roof if he hates kennels )..and lots of newspaper layers to insulate the floor - plus some light cuddly blankets /polar fleece or wool cheap ,and cardboard is surprisingly warm and a good insulator! you can have10 blankets on a dog bed- but if there are no sides- it is still cold .....

it's good to win something so useful!

Sounds like a UTI ... hopefully the vet visit goes well

The barium sounds a very good plan now - I am so sorry he has come to a standstill again

photos of your girl would be very helpful .. ones with her standing . I would suggest a specialist vet . Oh - and I would be VERY concerned at getting an emaciated pup from a breeder!! That should just not happen

Hope she is Ok now That would have been scary Glad we don't have them (yet) perhaps when Sally is out & about ..she could wear a nice soft plastic basket muzzle? They are great for stopping inappropriate gobbling of nasty things! Hamlet still wears one sometimes if I think there's stuff around he should not get to. A correctly fitted basket muzzle allows for proper mouth opening /panting/drinking ..and they are light, and fine in warmer weather/exercise

Sharpei is my favourite It's nice seeing them scanned!

What are they called? In future- you may want to discuss the medications with the vet/nurse, so you know what you are giving you dog ;) I'm sorry you're having trouble washing the sore spots... and agree with another vet visit to shave /show you a way of cleaning it . If the dog is struggling, and tense, that will not be helping his sprained back Hopefully he's already started to feel more comfortable, with all your care

You're lucky having those flowers/shrubs nearby !

I hope you have been to a doctor!! That hand wound will probably need some treatment .... tetanus jab and antibiotics spring to mind. Also - by going to a doctor ASAP and giving info- the bite is recorded should legal action be needed /taken at some stage ....

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it is like bonding - getting to know and to work together .... camera works in a way I am not used to, and vice versa ..It's interesting :p

Ohhh, R I P Nova . He looked a gorgeous boy .

I'm not 100% sure- but I think this rodenticide is a registered poison, and is not for use in residential areas. AFAIK it is for broadacre use only. With other poisons/anticoagulants ... yes, it's true- with many, a mouse only needs to have one feed to get a dose high enough to start the process of bleeding to death. BUT... this takes some days, and the mouse continues to feed ,until it is too ill to walk. So would this mean the mouse could have a bellyful.. and a liver full ?

I am glad she got her dogs back -

Thanks - Thee are some things I like about the DSLR - and a lot I don't BUT we do sometimes create something nice to look at

practice ,practice,practice , and definitely focus on EYES You have gorgeous subjects ... who look as if they are happy to sit & be looked at thru adoring eyes ... so encourage them to 'stay '.. and then play with focus . ;)

It 'could' be lots of things ... and it sounds like he is in pain In case he has hurt his back.. If you have to lift him... lift him very carefully ..and lift front & back ends at the same time ...! if he has a travel crate or basket .. get him into that to transport him, so he is on a flat surface ,and is contained. I hope all goes well with the vet visit

I also think this is a wise move ..just until his stomach gets used to handling food again *looking forward to more 'dining dog' photos *

Good news- just hope his tummy doesn't get upset with all this beautiful food!! Pork steaks are much better for Indie than for your tea :p Lovely photo!!

LOL!

It's fun to play with, isn't it?

Have been thinking of you .

So do I