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Bindii- some clinics aren't staffed on w/ends etc .. so dogs are left alone , and checked on every so often I think I would do the same as indigirl And yes, I could manage a drip line/bottle.

Shite- Keep him very cool and still... *fingers crossed* if he is bleeding so much it doesn't sound good. Guess he's had a truckload of vit K .. here's hoping it will work!! I thought he'd be on a drip ...poor old fella. for you- what a worry. The owner will be very distressed

Hamlet has just been out lying on the hot sand... it's about 35 here They seem to love it in short bursts

I see nothing of an "idiot" in that behaviour, either

I would not be using it- esp. as the dogs will be there, right on the surface

so sad... Hope Ralph will be ok, too.

Breathe! He may just have a scratch somewhere.... Hope all goes well at the vets.

Awful to hear - hope they all heal quickly

I would be useless at any obedience club! I hardly use my voice, I don't use treats,and I quite like the jingle of a 'fursaver' chain collar ...tho I haven't used one in years. My 2 cents worth is that new dog owners/owners having problems, should be able to find guidance and information at any club. Sure methods will not suit all, but I believe that is the owner's choice, not the club's. Ideally, club instructors would be versed in using all sorts of training aids/tools, and be able to show owners the correct and most effective use of all the aids-voice, touch, collars,food....blah blah blah... Ideally.... This is an interesting thread :D

MUCH better than ordering one in!

There was actually another truck a bit earlier...with fantastic dust cloud formation..but I was too far away rain??? we actually have had good falls over the past couple of months- but have also had some of those horribly hot days which just kills everything. The country here is very fragile....

Such a handsome boy he was always R I P Toby

I can sympathise run free, sirius

Why don't you phone the PR dep't of Guide Dogs Vic and ask them their policy? Are you on any list of theirs or anything? contact info

May I suggest feed AFTER walks and a rest.... Also- instead of walking him on a golf course, do some basic traininjg with him in your yard! practise your obedience..teach him little tricks ..all sorts of things to exercise his BRAIN

To me it sounds ok- puppies DO need to sleep a lot- like any baby animal.He has had a big shock, moving to your house, and exploring etc... so now he needs to rest and recuperate and grow. Perhaps he would benefit from a routine- where he is put into his pen/crate/room for naps? then he won't be tempted to try and keep up with the humans

sounds good!

Oh- can we see photos of this lovely boy doing his rain dance ?

28 is definitely not COLD . he probably appreciates the rain, because he cools down

Agreed- being wet ,by itself will not make your dog sick. provided he has a kennel or there is a verandah/porch/shed that he can use if he wants.. running in the rain is fine!

I think you have been shown the way to go - he is tired and you will be saving him a struggle . yes, it is very sad...but so good that you can have him at home with you , somewhere he loves and is comfortable for you all...

Do they hve CCTV footage which might show the crate's position?That is so sad if it is what happened. Surely people would have seen such a tiny puppy out in the sun??

Pups chew/eat grass - don't panic. Also provide him with good edible bones, so he does not become fixated on the grass Also- as soon as practicable- change those soft toys full of stuffing to something a bit more solid-it only takes a minute to rip the covers and eat stuffing Maybe look at the turbochook toy, from Aussiedog toys Not cheap- but very sturdy!!

agreed-