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It's actually dead easy to do... and so very very useful!!! Our dogs always toilet before they go anywhere- walk,car,whatever...

Do you let them walk at their own pace? No Let them Stop, Sniff, Squat and or lift their leg when they want. No- only when I say so Or Heel them and control walk all the way.. Depends how far the walk is if we are walking into the river, then it's MY rules until we get there- then it's whatever dog wants to do (withing reason) ;) If it's a longer walk- then it's my rules pretty much all the way..with a break or two for a sniff. Dog gets an opportunity to relieve before a walk- does it on command- so there is no need to toilet whilst walking

good news!

he had a reasonable night- only squeaked once :rolleyes: Raced outthe door and scrounged someone else's bikkies this morning. The tail is still looking very limp and uncomfortable- but the worst of the pain seems to have disappeared,thank goodness! he is now back in bed with a hot wheat bag..and his blanket....

yeahhhhh..Ok ... *crosses fingers- does not want anal gland abscesses or worse :rolleyes: Yukky *

I have had a look , and a poke, it didn't seem to bother him, and there's no leakage, or swelling that I can see.......... ack! I hope that's not the case.......... They emptied freely yesterday,with no pain...

Thanks Unlike Hamlet- he has put himself to bed- in my room! he has a bed under the kitchen table,and on teh couch- but he has spat the dummy and gone to his proper bed! Mr.Wilson the cat has gone to keep him company When I let the dogs out at teatime- H took off around the corner after the guineafowl.... so I don't think he's dying just yet

Thanks- as I said- guessing only- but he is a cocker sp. X , male, about 6 yo.. and it seems a big coincidence that he was washed 24 hrs ago .. he is now lying on his bed, with a hot wheatbag on his bum... he has had some food- appetite is FINE!!.. It's going to be a long 2 days/2 weeks, whatever

.... Am guessing , only, of course . Yesterday- I had to wash my beast ,as he rolled in something putrid. (first bath in months) It was late afternoon- I used a watering can & warm water- did his A.Glands,then a quick rinse with teh hose- a towel rub, then he ran around for a while (had been off after bunnies beforehand) This morning, he was a bit clingier than normal- and a bit more vocal. Now- he came to greet me and the tail is still able to be wagged at the tip= but is being held carefully- can't be raised to proudly flag like normal, and is causing quite a bit of discomfort. He will race around, then squeak, and look at his tail. I can probe around his anus etc without a problem, but he doesn't like me touching the tail base Having never seen this - what with the racing around, then the sudden chill from washing (I left him outside to dry) perhaps this is it ? I will now bring him in and give him a hot water bag on his bum, and a half dispirin... and let him settle, I think. Bugga:( We are going to town Thursday- so if it gets worse he will have to come too.

Thankyou ...I hadn't thought of it that way

In which case I would NOT suggest using an aversive to stop her barking If she is already anxious/fearful- then anything else is yet another stressor for her to handle. Have you had professional one-to-one advice on her fear/barking issues?

Yes- it is not the 'best way' to do things . I don't suppose Whyalla has too much in the way of dog behaviour resources That makes it hard for you-

RIP Cindy. Dear old thing ...

she ran away...

Good- I see rappie is reading It could well be a transferrence of bacteria from one to t'other, I guess... But not sure why he wants to fast the dog?

never heard of 'pink paw'...... If it is the fur stained in between toes etc.. it is possibly an allergic reaction, making itches, which then get chewed.... Also- AFAIK,some dogs with very hairy feet get irritation between their toes, when sweat/ dampness and sand etc gather there :)They lick to clean/soothe it. Licking CAN also become obsessive... the dog is a bit anxious? Lick, Lick. Bored? Lick , Lick... Hopefully ,allergy tests can be done to rule that out, or feet can be checked for an elusive flea ..it only takes one bite!

Just a query- wouldn't it be MUCH cheaper to buy a couple of KG of whole oats/barley, and sprout it? .. only cost a few dollars that way- a scoop of ester C, some chopped parsley....

*fingers crossed that THIS time, all will work out for you*

Another one here who would strongly suggest you get some professional help asap.All the meeting other dogs, and behaving as she does is just reinforcing her behaviour.. Targeted one-on -one help now will be a big help

I don't have tiles anywhere- but do scrub spots with an enzymatic soap powder like DR##ve..leave sit for a few minutes, then rinse & rinse. Then I use a damp vinegar cloth.

Best to give the vet a call--Loss of appeteite can be a symptom of lots of things- and the fact it has gone on for several days is a worry. A few things to consider- has it been hot the last few days ? Could he be getting food somewhere else? Have you checked his mouth for either loose teeth or something stuck? What;s his breath like? What are his droppings like? does he go the same amount as before? Are they the same consistency as before? Is he drinking more/less?

you could always get the dew claws removed, if accidents occur regularly....

Salt water or betadine

My suggestion as well- NO meet&greet unless she is on lead, and can be helped to keep 4 feet on the ground! Also- NO immediate meet& Greet when either you get home ,or visitors arrive.Leave her outside for a few minutes, THEN ,without speaking/patting, put her on leash, get her to sit, and say 'hello, good girl' whatever

Poor boy - sounds as if he didn't have human contact at all Glad he is responding to you , tho You will have to get him to the vet soon- for his needles and desexing.. the crate will be handy for that , and perhaps, if you explain-the vet will give you a mild sedative for the journey?