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repeat. I am not going to suggest a time frame for a 'cure'.. it is all dependent on many things Betadine IS anti-fungal/anti-bacterial... so will help.

chepet... What some of mentioned in the other thread.. was that your dog may have a yeast problem.. not an allergy TO yeast Yeasts are associated with a particular fungal infection. yeasts feed on sugary things... so avoiding sugar, grain and over processed foods can help. Washes can help ,as well, by controlling what lives on the dog's skin. Ask the vet, do some 'googling' on yeast, malasezzia(spelling) ?... and best of luck. It may NOT be a yeast problem.. but may indeed be an allergy... a dermatologist is the best person to ask, if you are unhappy with what the vet says

If the dog bites- use a muzzle- an OPEN mesh one- not one of those tight fitting nylon things .. which restrict the dog's panting/breathing under stress. If the dog is fearful.. use rescue remedy.. and odd visits to the vet just to get liver treats, perhaps? The only dog I have seen sedated prior to vet visits was a client's very large, very human aggressive male boxer!! We would not see him unless he was muzzled and sedated!!

Drontal? Drontal will not help with a skin problem the name 'ringworm'.. is confusing, as the cause is actually a fungus, like tinea.. contagious, and treatable. Any bare spots on our dogs .. and it's betadine first up!! Betadine kills bacteria and fungi.. so is a handy stop gap measure. if you are concerned, of course.. see a vet.. who may take a skin scraping to test for parasites etc. IF you are going to go to a vet.. do NOT apply anything to the spot-as this will make diagnosis harder.

'hotspots' as I know them are usually weepy and inflamed. Dry crusty/scaly 'circular' spots could be from an abrasion. could be ringworm... could be lots of things. When in doubt, betadine!!

I would be stopping the farex/milk completely.Replace it with the Royal Canin.. Then, over the next week or so... put a little bit less of the other food, and a bit MORE Royal Canin... add whole, raw chicken wings, to help with her teeth/jaws and pieces of lamb flap, and she will be a happy baby

Hi- she doesn't really need milk/farex. She also does not need her food cooked! Pasta is not needed by dogs.. Most canned food is not worth the money... As suggested.. any diet change.. go slowly...

Thanks for the update:) Sorry that you have no definitive diagnosis, but am glad that your boy is still happy in himself

It does not sound a good place for inexperienced owners/dogs :p Not having been to an obedience club for years... don't they have standards, and all teach the same methods? Way back when... I thought they used to all teach the same things, in much the same manner.... while all being individual, of course.

That's all I ever use... and have trained many many dogs that way... using heaps of praise too, of course.. but no food treats :p It needs to be done gently.. and like with any exercise, on soft surfaces, and in a relaxed manner... It usually doesn't take many goes... Th 'alpha' roll... yep- dangerous if used as a physical show of force by someone who knows no better... :p

Those cat toys can also be placed in a clear plastic bottle... or a net bag .. and activated... she will then grab whatever it's in! Think like a dog.....if it moves,is small enuff, and makes a noise... chase it!

Hi- I have never used pre made BARF patties etc.. just check on the fat content!! You may be better buying raw bones/meat etc yourself.. and making meals from scratch... to suit requirements.

Hi.. sorry to hear the news :p You may find it helpful, and a comfort, to read THIS thread. :p

Can you please fix your poll... you need to put an option in for NO voters in the second box... and an option for YES voters in the third... PLUS.. an option for flat collar ! :p

WildAt Heart... have you tried her with something fluffy and flexible... or , to start, a wind-up cat toy mouse or something?

ahh.. he may well be reacting to acid irritating his empty stomach... Will he eat a snack just at bedtime ? My Kieran used to do this when young.. every morning, he would wake up, and throw up I started giving him a bedtime snack..and this helped. Whatever you are feeding may get digested too quickly- leaving his stomach empty.. not sure. will he eat chicken?or lean lamb? A piece of meat at bedtime may give his tummy something to work on during the night, and sop up the acid...after all. that's what it's there for

The joys of being young & eager!

RAW meat/bones are terrific for dogs.. and they usually LOVE them!! Your pup will have a great time with raw chewy bones. A tip... after giving one to your pup... as he has never had them before.. do NOT try and take it away from him... just leave him outside or somewhere so he can enjoy it in peace. As he has not ever had a bone before, he may be a bit posessive... so just leave him be.

Our pups start on bones at about 5 weeks bones are ideal for teething pups, as, like I said.. they help remove loose teeth!! I also mentioned chicken wings, and lamb brisket bones. You could also use kangaroo tails, chicken frames, or oxtails... just remember, to NOT cut bones into smaller pieces! leave em as large as possible

Hi- at that age, he could well have a retained baby tooth which is decaying ... or a tooth not coming thru properly. Does he get lots of chewy bones.. like chicken wings/lamb brisket bones? These are able to be completely chewed up, and will help remove any stubborn teeth!

A dog vomiting every day is not normal. When does he vomit? Mornings? On an empty stomach? Straight after a meal? No particular time? How many meals a day is he on?

What does the vet say?

Run in fields of green, you three... Sorry

First thing- block her access to beds until she's learnt the correct routine. next- go back to the basics... taking her out every hour... etc etc etc.. She may also have a urinary infection....which a vet check will rule out, or treat with antibiotics.