Monah

Yep, done the pram thing! also am getting a wagon for the bike for one of my dogs who has HD. The other dog runs for miles by the bike, this way I can take them both

Rugerun, Good Taste re wolfies, I am tall so was OK. Any photos would be great, Im in QLD but may be moving to SA soon, so will kepp an eye out for you al over the country!!xxx

Devastating, just completely devastating

Yes, youu can get unclaimed animals from the pound, a friend of mine has homed 5 themselves the last few years, 2 rotties and the others were bitzas. Thye rehome cats etc. too and they usually put the animlas in the local free paper to 'jog' peoples memories if they've lost a pet :D ;) to come and get them, or else they are up fro adoption.

Vizslas are very boisterous. They are easy to train and LOVE to please and be praised etc. and would wilt if ever trained in a rough manner. Their charm is that they love life and people etc. Even a well trained viz is enthusiastic but there are many ways of calming and teaching them to be quieter. A good run also makes a big difference they are very energetic. Mine is not the best trained! but she is allowed to greet people, she always has a toy in her mouth too!, and once the initial greeting is over she will settle on her rug as thiis is what she has been taught to do. Vizslas are a joy to be around and a joy to train. Maybe you could meet some in a home environment rather than a show? English pointers seem to be more calm (I have not had one, but would love one!), so these may be a better option, but dont get put off by vizss, they are not full on all the time and there are quieter pups in some litters. I love welsh too, I know several and I think they may need a fair bit of socialisation (all dogs do I know) to ensure they are not 'suspicious' of people they do not know.

Thanks for all the info Rugerrun, sounds great, a wonderful interest!! Dodo, lovely lovely photo, this is what attracts me to the breed, the wonderful temperament and of course their look! Gorgeous looking animal. Rugerrun, I amy be moving to adelaide this year and I see you are Vic. do you ever go to SA for shows? I see Narelles foxhounds here and will need a fix in SA!! are there any there? I haven't shown for years, I did show wolfhounds who can also be a little STUBBORN ;) but very good when you go the direction that they want to go........................

LOL, we share a few! xxx

So many breeds, so little time! I've had and LOVED Irish wolfhounds, irish water spaniel, lakeland terriers, patterdale, giant schnauzer, vizlsa, spinone, golden retrievers, blue heeler, border collie, swf, SO, although I would still love these again!!!! I'll only put breeds I have not had (maybe ) Bracco Italiano (been after this for years!) Portugese water dog Wire haired vizsla Standard poodle English foxhound English pointer affenpincscher Manchester terrier Ibizan hound Grand bleu de gascgone (sp?) I'm guesssing if I'm allowed more dogs later (OH!!) vizslas and spinones will happen ;) Spinone are the absolute best kept secret, FANTASTIC dogs all round, and once you've had a vizsla, well, you cannot live without one.

What Erny said, and Corvus re stick to a routine etc. so she knows what is going on. We rescued a very badly treated swf (in my signature) and he was terrified of my OH, it took a few years, about 2 or 3 for him to relax completely and be happy around OH, but we did just what erny said. I don't think you can rush it or expect miracles, slow and steady with no shocks or surprises for the dog, until eventually they will feel comfortable. I know this dog was not mistreated, but I think the methods would be the same. Your friend may have to accept that this could take a while, no quick fix. Build up the dogs confidence by prooving the dad is not a threat in any way by ignoring her.xxxxPoor dog to be so upset. xxx

Vizslas are very easy to train, love to please, short hair, very people orientated so would love to be at work etc. (even at netball ) love the beach, swimming, bike rides, off lead runs. Also, feel the cold, can be very demanding so you have to have ground rules in puppyhood, really do need to be with you indoors etc. love love love to snuggle and cuddle , are over the top boisterous but settle quickly (ground rules again), love agility, flyball etc., are meduim sized, and of course they are the BEST LOOKING breed of dog there is Do check out dog shows as other have mentioned, I babysat a viz puppy recently at a show while others were being shown. I forgot how busy, naughty and determined they are at that age exhausted after half an hour (me, not the pup!)

Yes, drive him. We have driven all over aust, incl. from here to darwin, twice, 3500kms, with kids, birds, 4 cats, 2 dogs. no problems :D and from SA to QLD several times. Some trips took up to 5 or 6 days. We love it

I spent last year in Darwin. It is great, but like the other posts said, very hot in the wet. Much more than townsville. but it''s OK. the winter (dry) is lovely and very busy, but during the wet everything outdoors stops, inc dog stuff. I found many dogs were overweight there and when the heat set in I could see why. It's difficult to walk a dog for long in the heat. Thye can go on beaches etc. but I was very wary of year round stingers and crocs. There is a greaat dog park called marlows lagoon, but that had a croc sign up for a while too. Freds pass is a wonderful kennel club and friendly. It is very expensive there too. I found vet/doc fees about 2 times dearer (although I've never paid for a doc here so paying there was a shock). It's a great experience and a great place to get job experience as there are literally a zillion jobs and I got offered a dozen or so during the time there. I"d say go for it, the drive is gorgeous, the country wonderful, make sure you have extra fuel and tyres, just in case. we had a couple of blowouts, both on sundays! miles from anywhere and fixed them but I hate being without a spare so we had to backtrack to get another. I'd have 2 spares next time. rent iis sky high and can be difficult, night life in the dry is fantastic!! check out living /house etc first as you will need somewhere, far too hot to be camping all the time, and esp for the dog. Good luck with it all, a few dolers are up there, one is Costas Mum, you could pm her, also I think Megz and pappyluv? xxx

that's very sad about the dalmation, our heart murmur dog lived for 15 years, no meds. I agree with all about the couch thing. Keep him off altogether. If he 'doesn't listen to you' at any time, it may not be best to repeat yourself several times, he will learn that he can ignore you and do as he pleases. I dont know the best ways to approach this but I would teach him OFF or SIT or WAIT (TOT is fantastic!! and treats for a quick response) and then if you say OFF and he stays where he is, he must be removed with his collar or however you think best, not aggressively though. It's quite important for dogs to learn to operate on one command, if there is danger or they need to recall etc. they need to know that they must come straight away, not fuss around and ignore you. I'm sure this will all work out and a behaviourist would be helpful. Don't allow him any opportunities to lunge or nip your face, ie. keep your face out of his range, as if he gets used to doing it to you, it will become a habit (I know he has a habit already, but you are a new person). Remember too that if this happens to a guest, they may not like it much and complain, so the sooner he learns not to do it, the better for him xxxxxx PS. Just wondered, telling him OFF with a signal, does he actually know what OFF and the signal mean?? learning 2 things at once may also be confusing. He needs to know words and what they mean, ie. you may need to show him

I scrubbed afterwards. I've handled many animals with unkown conditions, she was on the floor, I stroked her and held her head, didnt' touch any clothing etc. I suppose it's hard and boring to put incidents in posts step by step, which is why it's very difficult to get 'the whole story', but, i'm doing my best.

firstly thanks stormie, you've got the point I agree with you doguemum, and yes they can be 'sad' I have been around a lot of dogues and also visited breeders many times in SA as they also have braccos, and their dogues are magnificent and sooooo cuddly

Yes but you dont presume there morons either nor caring. They have been judged guilty based on no facts at all . These people werent discussing,they where questioned or as the OP put it interrogated then coming straight home & posting about them on a public forum . I did not think they were morons, I did not judge them guilty, I was told by the owner they had not gone back to the vet, there was no presumption. also, ninety percent of the posts on DOL concern things that have occurred involving other people.

wow, never thought it would create so much controversy. esp about MYOB and MYOB, the word interrogate was used in the silly sense, not literal. I was really nice, really worried. I KNOW animals can go downhill fast, I've been a shower since 1975 , done applied animal science, and am a wildlife carer. The reason I was upset and angry was NOTbecause the dog was ill etc. but because it had gone on for so long and the person did not follow vet advice of returning if the problem persisted, then allowed the dog to get in a shocking condition, could not stand up, before taking the dog back. I am worried about the dog, I suppose anxious is a better word and cannot stop thinking about her. so, as I have worked and have been friends with the surgery for 16 years, I was going to ask how the dog was. NOT medical history,owners name, launch some kind of attack etc. Just if she survived. I agree, it's none of my business, I cant do anything, I will never see the dog or person again. You are all right. I cannot account for the grief seeing a dog in this condition has affected me. I've seen this a thousand times, many people do it, some dont even give the medication to their animals. It doesnt mean they do not love them, just dont understand. TO me this is just as bad as someone allowing their dog to hurt another dog or person, or lack of training, or all the other things us humans do to animals. It's duty of care and yes, I'm really angry that that was breached. I've recently lost my cockatiel after 15 years (pts) and had him at the vet many times, sometimes daily, so they could moniitor his progress. There is no excuse for 'wait and see' when the dog is sso obviously very very ill.

This morning I was waiting for mum at the vets and there was a dear little dogue bitch there, 5 months old. I just had to give her a cuddle (after asking) and very carefully asked her owner about her. She was hunched and depressed (dog not owner) and very quiet and OMG!! all skin and bone so that her head looked awful On interrogating the owner (very nicely!) I discovered the dog had been ill for weeks and she had taken her to the vet to check it wasnt parvo (wasnt), got antibiotics and told to return if they did not work or when finished. By now the dog is extremely malnourished, dehydrated and ill and I will ring to check on her later as I"m freaking out (and no, I know its none of my business but I need to know). I really fell for this lovely little girl and we had several wonderful minutes together. I dont get it, the owner seemed nice and said she was worried, but allowed the runs and vomitting to go on for several weeks and only took her in because she is now not eating at all Why why why. Is that normal? Mine are there in a flash, no messing about. I can't tell you all how thin and 'sad' this puppy was, can't they see? I'm just so upset, and angry!

Deb, if you're ever in Perth you must come and visit Izzy I'll be there but I might dognap!! Also want to hassle amypies manchester too. I think she's in Perth. Funnily enough I would also love a foxhound and they were used in conjunction with lakelands in UK for hunting! I dont think??(could easily be wrong) that lakelands did much killing? I think they chased whatevers out of holes etc. but of course at my age!!! I could be mixed up. When I was a child EVERYONE had terriers, mostly Foxies (real ones ) and without doubt all were adorable. I've met some really lovely welsh terriers too. My Lakeland had no issues with 5 kids AND their friends AND 4 cats! we had a rule of never putting your face near him though, just in case, those TEETH. He was a fantastic playmate for them all, never a problem. Lovely boy. His lines were from Bill Cosbys kennels in USA and I waited 2 years for him! Only one breeder in SA then. He was worth it!! :laugh:thats him in the pic, with antlers on, looking decidedly crapped off! in the middle.xxx

My viz was like this after she 'burnt' her nose on a hot bit of the car she also has to be encouraged into the car and we have no idea why as this is a recent thing seeing as she spent days in the car to darwin and back without any issues, we just do not understand it. Although she is 'quirky' (to be nice! ) and very easily put off. Has one of the other dogs upset him in any way? Will he get in first, or not at all. Maybe he got hurt somehow in with the others by accident? s;orry, I can't work my own dog out, so no hope with someone elses xxxxxx and of course he could be sore etc., so many little things us humans miss I hope he is OK soon.

Of course not all terrier breeds are like that, nor are all individuals within breeds going to fit that profile. But gee quite a few do!! I think the biggest issue with the smaller terriers is created by people who buy them on looks and have no idea of their breed origin or what they are getting. A terrier in the right hands is a great dog. In the wrong hands.. not so great. They share that with other breeds who find themselves in homes unsuitable for them. If you remember the original job each Terrier was bred to do, you do both yourself and the dog a favour. I completely agree. I adore them to bits but had many people say things like, 'he's cute he looks like a toy', Or 'where's the batteries?" etc. I couldn't think of dogs LESS like little cutesy toys THe size of their teeth in comparison to their size should be a warning that terriers are NOT lap dogs, they are feisty little sh..s We could do anything with ours (all of them), but they were still terriers and needed a 'quick' owner. all loved kids to bits and were busy busy busy all day, and slept on the beds at night. I love the 'prancing' gait. Oh dear, I do miss them. A terrier with an 'easy' owner will rule the roost very quickly!!

Well done Polo! HUge congratulations on such a wonderful achievement!!! Is he doing any dock diving practice?? Clever boy, of course, I can't allow you to get away without mentioning Rogan. This wonderful boy has so many 'letters' after his name for all sorts of sports that I wouldn't even attempt to remember them all

Just to add about the walking/strength etc. the ones at shows appear to be excellent around the ring so I guess training has a huge impact on lead behaviour. If I ever am lucky enough to have one, I'd have to ask for plenty of advice advice and MORE advice.

Lovely to hear so many great foxhound stories I think I'd cope OK with the strength as I've managed wolfhounds, giant schnauzers and my Spinone is STRONG!!! probably the strongest dog I've had They sound lovely, sigh!! one day......................... meanwhilie I'll keep enjoying the photos and thanks so much for the link!!magpie!xxx

Mini poodle.xx(again )