poodlefan

You could tell it was fiction though.. the Whippet didn't win the Group. ;)

Head for a rural supply store or bunnings and look for large inert containers. Avoid plastic if you can. I prefer ceramic or stainless steel so that the water doesn't end up leaching contaminants from the container.

I expect few dogs are truely challenging if you've done your homework and are prepared to put some effort into meeting their needs. The problem is that people do neither and wonder why they havne't got the perfect dog. There are breeds I steer people away from if they want the kind of dog who'd cope with bugger all exercise or training or attention. Then again, I'd probably be suggesting a fish tank if that was the case.

I thought the Standard Poodle was fairly ordinary. For all I know its done a lot of winning but it didn't rock my boat. It was no Treson, that's for sure.

Has anyone heard about the venue and times for the seminars? I got tickets today but no details about where/when they're on.

I think the smaller numbers of dogs held these days by breeders don't necessarily help maintain breed standards. Sometimes the emotional investment in a litter is going to see dogs retained when they really shouldn't be IMO or older dogs kept on when they should be culled from breeding program. I'd say most breeders would want to keep something when they breed - but smaller numbers mean less choice. There would be few modern breeds of dogs that weren't at some stage or another kept in some numbers in kennels - probably Hounds and Gundogs in particular. They were managed professionally by people employed specifically for the purpose. If you've got a number of bitches and a number of litters, you're going to have a lot more to choose from when it comes to something like your next stud dog. There are always two sides of an argument and I don't think its accurate to suggest large numbers of dogs in and of themselves mean lower standards of care or breeding.

I expect some property owners will tackle the issue with a chain saw.

Nope, the dogs I like and own have reputations as "easy" breeds. I have rejected some breeds for me on the basis that they can be challenging to own. I'm not sure I want that kind of challenge but I do admire some from afar.

7-10 days is average for my orders.

Dusty has been put down. Linky I think they should start quarantining dogs and horses from Hendra affected areas, if they haven't already. This puts the reach of the disease well beyond bat habitat. ETA: oops I see that was mentioned by Oakway.

I'd be getting a second opinion on that and quickly. I'd suggest you get some help for his behavioural issues also.

I don't think you can judge a person's ethics or standards as a breeder based solely on the number of dogs they own. You have to dig below that. How are the dog's housed, exercised and socialised? How often are they bred and how are the bitches and pups cared for? Does the breeder vet buyers? Is there an aim for the breeding program beyond profit? Personally I don't think dogs that never see the inside of a home are necessarily missing out, but I do think its preferable that pups intended as family dogs do have some experience of that life before reaching their new homes. I'd not call a breeder who didnt' do that a puppy farmer on that fact alone though.

1. Talk to the vet. 2. Put her on a very bland diet (boiled chicken and rice) or Hills I/D to see if that changes the situation. You're looking at a range of possible causes from food intolerance to more serious issues. Personally I'd be looking into feeding a better quality kibble than Bonnie if you can afford to. Better off to feed something better that isn't going to waste from a value perspective anyway. Some dogs are lactose intolerant, particularly if they didn't get cow's milk as pups. I'd be stopping any dairy too. What sort of meat is she getting? I suggest you keep a food diary. Note what and when you feed and when she vomits. You may identify the cause.

You should loan Andisa a grumpy Rottie to put in the next pen. Don't feed it for a few days beforehand OK? B@stards!!!

Kellyvix is Margaret Forde - very successful obedience competitor.

Has hip dysplasia been eliminated?

Let's hope she controls and contains her dog from now on. Shite some dog owners make me cranky. I don't give a damn how small and old the dog is. It can still bite.

can't wait to catch up again Anne! We are in the seminar on the friday Lets hope there is a few greys there!!! Hey Vanessa, I'm doing the Friday seminar too.

Zug Zug you could probably head straight for breeders with experience in SP's for performance. I'm sure Standard Poodle owners here could advise but two breeders that come to mind are Gidday (Victoria) and Kellyvix (NSW) I'd not call an SP an unusual agility dog - there are a few around and while they may be taller than some dogs, they are pretty lightweight for their size.

What breed are we talking about? Bear in mind that in agility its the FRONT of the dog that takes most of the load. Landing is a lot harder on a dog structually than taking off over jumps. If this is a large breed, I'd be checking elbows too.

That's cool. What sort of corgi are you looking at - Cardigan or Pembroke? If you've not seen or heard of them, add the Swedish Vallhund to your list - awesome little dogs and you could have fun showing one.

As long as kids are appropriately supervised, they are fine by me. Those who make pests of themselves, want to boot their football in your car etc are another matter - but any kid ahas those kinds of days.

We are def getting a corgi. They're not too big, they don't drool, they're active, good with kids, intelligent and we can take it with us in the car. All the things that we're looking for in a pet who is to be a member of our family. There are loads of other breeds that I really love and it took my husband and myself a long while to come to this conclusion! I was just curious what everyone else went through to pick their breeds and was it as ardous a process as it was for my hubby and I. lol Stack can I just add a note of caution. No dog is born "good with kids". If you want a dog that's tolerant and behaves appropriately around children, it will involve training and supervision. That's stating the blindingly obvious but to be quite frank working breeds like the Corgi arent' the first dogs that spring to mind as "good with kids". Don't change your choice by any means but if you don't want to live with a pup that wants to nip and herd your kids, you're going to have to work on it.

You need to meet more Whippets. A well bred Whippet should not be timid. I know Howie isn't and he loves kids.

Ok. My first breed of choice was Miniature Poodles. We had one when I was growing up as a kid and I loved both their appearance and their temperament. A Toy poodle joined the pack a while later. My next poodle was shown. Maintaining and preparing coat cured me of showing poodles for life LOL. I wanted another breed to show that was smooth coated, good natured and beautiful (to me). I chose a Whippet. People told me I was crazy for choosing a dog in such a competitive breed but I wanted a dog that I wanted to live with regardless of show career. Howie has been a brilliant introduction to the breed. I'll be sticking with Whippets for showing but I think I'll always have a poodle - just love them.