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This morning... about 11 hrs ago.. Hamlet ate what I'd left out for a couple of the other dogs... probably around 3 double handfuls of Uncle Albers.... I didn't find out for a couple of hours. he has been ok... but somewhat bulging.. I gave him degas capsules ..he has two doses, and about an hour ago, I gave him a MINTEC. he appears to be getting larger No vomiting, or attempts to.... he is looking for more water, which is to be expected I guess.. and I am letting him have small drinks and frequent... he doesn't seem too distressed... but now I am wondering if I should have taken him to the vet.... A vet trip is not easy... about 120 km.. half on dirt roads.. I would have to take mum as well- she can't be left alone ....and she's not very well...and there's driving at night...kangaroos etc I also don't , in my heart of hearts think I would put him thru the surgery....so it would be a trip to nowhere.... I am worried.. Kieran my Dane X ..he got bloat/torsion, and I had to put him down... he was distressed quite soon after stealing food- and had the rapid swelling, the vomiting of white foam... the restlessness.... it was awful. Please tell me that he just now has a gutful of nicely soaked food.... and soon he will have diarrhoea or smelly farts or something..... I just don't know.... Our other dogs often blow up after pigging out on lamb flaps or other fatty meat... then next day they smell to high heaven ,and are fine... I never worry about them. Because of Kieran tho.... I am so scared of what may have to be done later on.... Ok- so I am not a caring owner, or one who will do what is right.... sorry for that. I do what I can in the circumstances.... I hate being so isolated.. and also hate knowing most of the worst case scenarios..and I hate being broke, and a wuss, ..... Apologies..if I have shattered anyone's perception of me

...and be sure to read up on both breeds which make up your puppy- so you have some idea why she may do what she does !!

;) I hope you have a nice large SECURE puppy pen in which he can be left ;)Put his toilet tray or whatever in there..at the opposite end to his food/bed...rotate his toys .. Toilet training may be tricky , too- seeing as he can't go outdoors to toilet- he will learn that INDOORS is for toileting .... which may cause problems if/when you move house,and want him outside .

Hi- some homework for you ;) remember- the rules you make today, are the ones puppy will live by tomorrow !! LINK 1 LINK2

What a lovely and loving tribute. :D

With the walk- that can easily be done twice a day 3O MINUTES EACH ONE :p two walks.. but shorter. That way she is getting out&about twice... but still not overdoing it. I don't play ball with my dogs, .. but is this one session? around an hour seems a lot ?? remember to keep things c a l m around her... and have set commands for playtime/walktime, so she knows... this is good advice ,from nekhbet..

Hi.she's a merle!! Merles can do no wrong!! Ok- you have a teenaged dog, bred to WORK... she has a brain and body in need of everyday action/stimulation. She also needs firm leadership. NOT bossing... leadership. When you walk her, what does this entail? How far How long What is her walking position.. When she is biting you/your clothes... what noise , if any does she make? what is her body language? Ears/tail/eyes/ hackles.... and What do you say/do when this happens?..You said you use the water bottle.. but how> Do you not speak, do you growl, do you raise your voice? ?

Wow- I just read this thread, lindadiosa- and think you have made the wise choice That poor puppy did not look 'right'......I am sure now you are a bit more aware, you will find something very solid, and cute and gorgeous ;) Hope you don't have to wait long!

They should be I guess... make sure they have not been soaked in brine tho!

I found THIS thread from some time back... maybe it will help. Hope your girl is ok again soon

So sorry- after 15 years, she will have stored up a lot of love to carry her swiftly over the bridge

he should have stopped after he made his point Aggro dogs are not tolerated here. All our dogs will have the odd spat.. no probs. but he went too far and too hard. Stupid blue dog. he was such a cute little blue boy... LINK

We have had blind dogs- and providing things are kept in the same place, and they had their 'routes' clear for travel, there was no problem Blindness is the least of his worries, shmoo..esp if it is a gradual decline.. he will adjust

Ok. I figure if a dog is 'throwing themselves around' ..and digging, bouncing..they may do damage... have you tried the behave paste yet?

Could she have a urinary infection, if she is peeing more frequently? i see the digging etc as trying to get out of the crate to toilet.... but perhaps it isn't... one or two drops of lavender oil in a burner, or near her crate may be calming..... the frantic digging etc is putting pressure on that leg , unfortunately. If she were mine, I would be asking the vet for something to settle her .. so she doesn't damage herself physically or psychologically...

Oh no pics working.... lovely story though! ;)

It will be a balancing act, that's for sure, but hopefully he will respond well! ;)

aah.. well, at least you now know the enemy, shmoo ! best of luck with the boy tomorrow... ;)

Good news!

HERE is that thread- lots of interesting discussion, but I think that dog is lame in FRONT legs .

Ermmm a hungry pup will NOT settle A full belly is conducive to a resting state . Ok where is her crate? If she is in a separate room.............. I would strongly advise getting another crate- or moving hers around to be where you are. If she can see/smell you, she will be much more settled. Just don't talk to her all the time,..this has to be the 'new NORMAL' and have the crate semi covered. feed all her meals in a treat ball or kong... and maybe have her with you on a short leash.. lying down, when you are sitting somewhere without the other dog around..... do NOT let her jump or put extra weight on the hind legs, tho - so no getting on furniture, etc. It is up to you. Don't feel sorry for her! use that energy to work out ways to provide her with interests!!! The more you feel sorry for her- the more anxious she will get !! keep up with the rescue remedy- When used, it has to be given frequently.. every 15 min or so to start with. Again- NO speaking- just open door- drop the stuff onto her gums/lips (not tongue) and close door. simple. yes, you CAN You imagine her body healing- you imagine her resting and being calm- you imagine YOURSELF being calm and positive and powerful! It will happen !!

Not good At least where he is he will be carefully monitored and cared for .. Bugga

Hi-You have a very large pup, soft bones in a growth phase, and a limp. Not a good combination I would recommend two things- speak to your breeder, and get the pup vet checked/xrayed etc, to find out what the limp is. better to find out now, and be able to adjust diet/exercise accordingly, than to wait, and maybe exacerbate a condition.

Shmoo-------*fingers crossed for Sweep*. Not a good night for you

Our dogs didn't like it...plus they put out more than they put In, I think