poodlefan

Small yard = lower energy dog or a lot of exercise and stimulation. Size isn't the best measure of that. If you're going to be living in a fairly high density residential situation a lower level of reactivity in a dog would be something to strive for too. Is body corporate OK with this? A lot aren't.

Your dog's breeder lives on acreage doesn't she? Do her JRTs run offlead every day? I've read more than one breeder's view that JRTs are not a good choice for the suburbs. The one next door definitely wasn't. Owner was (dog didn't last there) a complete tool. At least a few of my acquaintance are pedigreed. They bark when they are excited that's for sure. And they get excited about many things. I never said they ALL bark. I expect those owned by knowledgeable folk that need their needs wouldn't be that prone. But a lot of websites point to their active natures and tendency to be territorial - and that can produce a real headache if not catered for. Walking past ring 2 at a dog show tends to produce evidence of the JRT's tendency to bark. Muttaburra: No trouble at all. I found it difficult to believe that anyone who professes a sound knowledge of the breed would deny that they can be reactive barkers - your posts supported that view A few breed reviews I read said that the barking can become obsessive if not managed early and well. It's quite clear this is touching nerves. However if someone told me that they wanted a small dog that didn't tend towards barking, the JRT would not be my recommendation. In a situation suited to their working roots and with owners prepared to cater fully for the dogs needs, things might be different. I don't know many JRT owners who fit that profile.

Ditto. Offer stands to any CSM member who needs it. And God bless NRMA Premium Care.

Barking dogs are the leading source of neighbourhood disputes throughout the country. The short answer to your question is YES. Why they will is a combination of breed, environment, stimulation and management. Looking at your 2007 post below, it seems you agreed at one point. .It seems that once you acknowledged that JRTs could have issues with barking: 2008 I agree by the way. 2007 The OP's dogs are home alone all day in the yard.

I'm also up for a mercy dash if you need it ssm. Or if you want company pf. Glad I didn't go now although I was tempted just to run down for today. Chickened out in case it was still wet. I remember Marion Watson, good on her for making the best of it. I have a tow bar if you need help to get the trailer back guys. If I'm needed Kerry some company would be good. I'll await any requests for retrievals. :D I hadn't entered. Certainly not sorry about that now.

How's the car SSM? Do you need "rescue"?

I suggest you decide about this now. Some breeds are not suited for a life outside. In higher density living arrangements, I'd suggest few are. Will your puppy attend obedience training? How many hours a day will the dog be without company? How much grooming are you willing to do? Are you happy to have a dog professionally groomed?

And you know this how? I've heard them!! :p I have friends with them. A quick google tells me I'm not alone in my opinion. They are terriers after all. I'd have thought barking would be one of the reasons why JRTs find themselves in the pound. It's not a criticism but failure to understand a dog's nature must be one of the reasons why so many dogs find their way to you. Not a breed to leave in a backyard untrained, unstimulated and unexercised. Miniature Poodles are no different.

For a long term solution, summon a good trainer. You might also rehome one dog. However, you bought a very vocal breed. You bought littermates - something most trainers and breeders would not recommned. JRTs tend to bark at the drop of a hat. They are too young to tire out with exercise, too young for aversive collars and you're only other option to try is keeping them inside. I find the idea of crating baby puppies all day unpalatable. How does anyone know which one of the two is barking?

Sags can I just say a thank you for the information on dog foods that you continue to provide to us all - I really appreciate it.

Linky to free DOL sticker offer Glad you liked it - that was my entry in the DOL sticker ideas comp a few years back.

Rocco was larger than life and in the memory of so many folk he will live on as THE Bullmastiff. I will never forget him. I am so very sorry for your loss Serena. I hope you can find some small comfort in the fact that in his time with you, Rocco touched so many hearts. to you, Cindy and Ralph.

Dogs are opportunistic carnivores. They kill, they gorge, and they would be unlikely to have a successful kill every day (even if African Painted Dogs are the most successful hunters on that continent). They will scavenge if they can and eat fruits too. But the primary diet is prey. Humans are omnivores. We'd gather, browse and get what we can, only hunting occasionally. Chimps are probably a good close example. To understand feeding patterns, look to the natural diet.

The fact that he owned the dogs doesn't necessarily mean that he had a social bond with them, especially after so long apart. As others have said, lots of factors could have kicked in... and three dogs is a pack. I wonder if all three were involved in the owner's death.

Face, feet and bottom of tail and tummy are usually clipped for cleanliness/hygiene reasons What you do after that is up to the owner's wishes and how much grooming they want to do. The shorter the coat is kept the easier it is to groom. An unclipped poodle will end up in floor length matts if not groomed somehow. It ain't the dogs that have the complex - it's the people. Most poodle owners want their dogs to be well groomed and look like poodles and a poodle in a decent clip is a very recognisable breed. That said, what clips the dogs can be in is only limited by the imagination of the groomer.

If there is any cut or sore in the mouth or digestive tract there is a chance of venom entering the blood stream. Ring the emergency vet for advice and observe the dogs closely.

Provided the breeder transfers the pup's papers into your name, no. He/she will just have a different rego number to locally bred dogs. My Whippet was bred in Vic - all I needed to show him was rego papers in my name.

What's the poultry show scene like - cut throat???

I don't recall anyone being "anti-assistance dogs" per se. I'm certainly anti people calling their untrained pet an "assistance dog" to allow them to take it places other pet dogs can't go. I recall A Current Affair sticking the boot into a school for not allowing a child to take his "assistance dog" to classes. Dog was a JRT, no special training and "assisted" the child by making him feel better about himself. So do most family pets. An accredited assistance dog is an entirely different kettle of fish.

I like to hear the police version of events.

Sorry to hear this Skwo

My one and only cat was a pedigreed one. I like moggie cats too though. My fish are all "purebred". Crossbreeding fish species doesn't tend to do down well in the fish world either. I've had one crossbred and two purebred horses.

Chelsea is only young... could be a traumatic patella luxation too.. or something really minor. I hope its the latter.

So is mine. He is crate trained though. Once again, the idea that a crate trained dog is more confined than others can be inaccurate.

Engage with the law makers and lobbiers. Establish dialogue and communicate regularly. Argue dispassionately using FACTS. Petitions really don't do much I'm afraid. Speaking of facts, I can tell you that there is one RSPCA CEO in this country who OWNS an APBT. I think its safe to say he's no fan of BSL.