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THANKYOU! that is so cute

Could he have got a cramp or something?

Ouch! to feef . been there, done that .. stay warm and still for now .

ouch ! Hope the damage is very fixable !

Any photos?

If you use skun chicken breast - and trim off visible fat - then the 'stock' should be fine to cook the rice My mum is on a very low fat /fat free diet- and this is fine for her :p

Ours wear collars always - they run, they work sheep, they play ..we have never had an incident with a collar .

If you can't afford that much- what happens if he breaks a leg, or gets a bad case of gastro or something? May I suggest you take out pet insurance now- so that , if something awful happens- you don't have the worries! :p Re the chewing - providing he USES his toys- and they are what HE wants/likes - perhaps then give him some things to interact with- like soccer balls and a KONG, stuffed with his dinner and frozen ? maybe make him iceblocks ? put kibble/ small pieces of meat/fruit in an icecream container- fill with water.. freeze solid- then tip out on teh concrete/grass for him Make sure his walks everyday are long enough, and that his daily training sessions are full of new things! Long walks and busy training sessions exercise body and brain . Playing is ok- but doesn't really work brain or body ... Labs are striong and energetic dogs - and need lots to do to satisfy this.

Insurance company - did you get photos ? Or landlord . Also the trucking company - they will have records of teh job- so there should be no argument that they were there !

For outdoor kennel - if you can get your hands on some RAW wool ..just bundle that in there! Our dogs have it as bedding - either straight, or in old chaffbags .No fleas- holds warmth amazingly well ..conforms beautifully to the dog's body ..and is supportive - and not pleasant to chew , so doesn't encourage it also have a look HERE , maybe?

KtB Good to hear that Elbie is enjoying new things !You are doing well. Do we get to see new photos of him ? With bones- I was always told to scoop out the marrow before feeding It is fat! Sometimes it can give pups the runs:( .... We sometimes have pups/dogs the same sort of size as your boy- and they chew up lamb flap (cut into about 10 cm. squares)/chicken frames from about 12 weeks- no problem - they can use all their teeth,with these bones, chewing different ways- and it is a meal Marrow bones are ok occasionally as a plaything ... but I'd rather pay $5 for something the dog can eat :D Glad teething has started ! Sometimes you may notice a tiny bit of blood- but most times not. Lots of chewy things- but perhaps not rawhide- that might be a bit hard when he gets a bit more gummy in the process See how he goes. Some pups prefer softer bones..some just continue as normal :)He will let you know!

Of course we are! One thing you can be sure of is that people here do want the best for your family and your pup. x2!

That sounds a good plan

I have just read back thru the thread- and saw , as well as Nekhbet's usual sound advice, a lot of attempts to explain to you what was happening, and suggest things which may help..perhaps you didn't realise what people were trying to say . best of luck with your boy ..I hope he becomes the dog you want

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Hopefully they get it/them! Much & all as I love the look of foxes .. they do not belong here

I would also suggest ( because we have 2 bitches here who don't need much to trigger a fight) do NOT have the dog/s anywhere near where you are preparing food - dogs or human . Luckily our 2 are oldish and have blunt teeth- but it is still distressing and needs careful management on our part

mixed breed- .... around 12 weeks I think... so not tiny.

Welcome. Unfortunately, speying your bulldog bitch may not help much, now . I agree that the fight is possibly due to the fact that there are two bitches just reaching maturity..... I have no experience in bull breeds - but would strongly suggest the following- You do need to seek a GOOD professional to visit your home and assess the situation with regards to management now...ask on here for recommendations ...

The lump will go down eventually - if there is scar tissue there it will take longer. She may always have a slight lump there- who knows- but she is still your lovely dog Dogs are like kids- they get bumps/bruises and cuts. They run into things, they fall over, they get scratched- They heal. I would not think a HAT is necessary unless your dog has fragile bones/skull/brain injury.

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Definitely don't bother with changing food- or using different shampoo ... A full lot of blood tests ,including thyroid would be a good starting point - Hoping you don't let the vet fob you off, and get an answer soon . poor little girl ...

Glad everyone slept! :D

That bit made me wonder as well... I would think he would calm immediately he was removed from the situation that was stressing him .If he didn't - then I would really worry . Baby puppies in a corner, or trapped behind 'mum' will scream the house down ! put them in the open near mum- instant quiet and calm .....is this not the same sort of thing?

Dogs do not need pasta/rice ,IMO unless they are ill or are on a special diet . Keep your little one on what she is used to - and add yummy meaty bones which are suited to her chewing level Now, she could probably comfortably cope with chicken necks or wings...then build up to chicken frames/turkey necks/lamb flabs.. then roo tails etc.,as she gets stronger.