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:p what a terrible shock for you all.

Puppies can also get greenstick fractures REST her. Tiles and young pups is not a good combination, I'm afraid. Hopefully she hasn't any major injuries...

'cutting back on food" ?? shouldn't that be "changing the amounts of proteins/minerals in the diet, instead of just reducing pup's daily intake"? or am I confuddled? ksmith- I am glad your girl is looking better!!!

!!! Indeed

I would suggest a new vet!! This is a very good point! if you are using a flea treatment which you put onto the back of her neck- this may be causing her problem ...

Not advisable.... because NO There could be several things happening- and unless you are very familiar with your dog, its anatomy and all the causes of ear pain/scratching, etc.. head to the vet to find out for certain! :p

What is he being fed- and what muscle-building exercise does he get? How much walking/climbing etc?

You need to see the vet- they will possibly examine the 'wax' under a microscope to make sure it IS an earmite infestation then prescribe something to kill them :rolleyes:

Ok... I am starting wheatgrass sprouts .It will be fairly quick, as I can place trays on the H/W service. that should provide enzymes etc

I'll just have to grow a few smaller pots of wheat grass.. and share them around

Nooo.. the guineafowl will demolish it in minutes!!

If he is pulling so constantly and strongly- and you have never used a halti ...and given his age.. I would NOT recommend it!! A couple of one-on-one sessions with a professional trainer will probably do the trick, though!! Running around is exercising his body- making him fitter, but not tiring him mentally. ;)in fact, you may be stirring him up!! Pulling can be its own reward. What do you do to correct him? Most harnesses just make it easier for a dog TO pull, in my opinion...tho some hhere have used specific ones to help stop pulling Stopping pulling requires YOu to be patient, calm and committed. May I suggest you start him immediately on THIS , too ?

there is some lawn area in at the old homestead.... but that's the roos' domain. and it is like a bowling green... no way can the dogs get a mouthful!

ermmm these are 'bush' working dogs They wouldn't know a carrot if they saw one. I am happy to grate it up and mix it in food if it will help.

several of the dogs are looking to 'graze'... but there is not a blade of 'grass' around. There are shrubs and weeds... which are nibbled on to various extent. one dog at present has pigged out on a native bush.. and is throwing up bits of leaf and stalk matter. I am trying to germinate some wheat........ so there is something................ is there anything easy I can add to the food ? Some on great barko- some on raw..... psyllium? spinach? lettuce? grated carrot? This has never happened before... but it's so dry

Yes- can you give us a description, and / or put up some pics ? There are probably some on here who have seen or dealt with the problem before- and will be able to help you . ((hug)) edit- just checked her age... and , depending on where you got her- there are conditions which, in youngsters which can be cause and also remedied with DIET. Until we see a vet report, or photos/more history, tho it is all purely guess work. hang in there!

We cut some of the fat off.. and feed them here regularly The dogs love em!!

Bit of a worry Leech? has she been swimming, or in swampy areas?? Sounds doubtful. All I can think of is a burst blood vessel from sneezing??? Hope she is ok.

WAS IT ONE OF THESE? I love em.. and feed them with soaked dog kibble

Oh dear Hope everything settles down with your girls

What things does she have to occupy her? Games? Chew/puzzle toys? LOTS of walking on leash to tire her out? Licking can become obsessive.. and it's easier to stop it now!! telling her to stop is drawing attention..... a reward of sorts Make sure she always has different things to do... and make sure she walks/plays enough that she drops down tired! edited to add... licking can also be done to try & relieve pain.... any chance of her having hip/pelvic pain?

Lucky you caught it

For such a youngster- it is more likely irritation from a dirty bum or worms

So Sorry- he will leave a big hole in your life.

What signs /body language does he display?