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Dogsfevr

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  1. You can't tell clients how there dog will be handled when most clients don't tell the truth to start off with . Generally the matted dogs area warning sign of no training although often these dogs end up so grateful for getting shaved they stand there . As for sedating no way ,that should be done under vet supervision with a vet check prior too & lavendergirl if you feel this is a best option then sorry you have no clue,sedated dogs are often far worse as they panic on the table due to being wobbly & experiencing things in an unknown state & yes as already mentioned temp control & the likes plays an important part . We have sent people to the vet to have there dogs groomed as they where so dangerous we wouldn't refer them to any groomer no one deserves to have there body abused by a feral dog or be placed in such danger that they become injured & unable to work & yes these people never warned us prior too . We don't use the noose or frame never have You also get the serial clients who go to every groomer & never be happy because they expect miracles to happen to there ungroomed,matted mess or untrained dog but most groomers talk amongst themselves & pass on names of such clients . We are lucky & have a wonderful clientele with great dogs,the occasional monster & they nearly all book 12 months in advance. I feel for many groomers who will now start getting the winter mess & the owners who abuse you as the weather warms up because there dog needs doing now ,they presume its such a simple task to clip off & forget that sometimes you can't tell what is skin,matt ^ the likes .
  2. Mine was used on the weekend all to myself ,although friends who didn't win had there's aswell
  3. Whats gest is what suits each dog we use 3 different kinds here but dry isn'y our main diet
  4. do you have any signage regarding ""appointments only "" or have date cards saying by appointment only if not time to start it. or dogs left by prior arrangement only??
  5. I know that there can be a difference in personality after castrating or speying a dog but isn't it supposed to make them quiet and lazy not turn them in to little rat bags No it shouldn't make them lazy or quiet that is what people presume & is very wrong,sounds like a normal dog
  6. You can walk easily i did so in May about 10 mins .foot path etc etc. Go to bottom floor & turn left & walk straight ahead
  7. The State finals was won by Amanda Marsden,Runner up rachael Hutchings 3 place senior Tina sunman Junior winner Bindi(something like that ) Bonham
  8. You need to show the best for the dog. If its pacing the yard then yes it sounds like a habit forming. This is when you need to break his rule of thought & be prepared with either food,toy or tug the lead.if need be bend down & tap his bum anything that breaks his train of thought & mot be so comfy in his gait I see people every weekend running around the ring with no idea there dogs are pacing & often the judge may make a comment & ask for the handler to try again but often the dog does it again so the judges give up. A good ring to watch is giant breeds like Newfoundlands ,you will often see there handlers bump them off balance as they run off. The circle can be very successful PROVIDING you keep the momentum going but its often better to do the unexpected tactic & do something different. A bored dog can also be a chronic pacer so also consider how fun you make it
  9. First off a trip to a doggy chiro or bowen to ensure the body isn't out of whack. Yep many methods ,circle before moving off,bumping the dog of balance,make it exciting to move off with food,toy,gentle tug Ensuring the speed is correct Make sure if you walk the dog at home it also doesn't pace, i see many dogs walking around the block that pace & they often end up more muscle sore as well,also consider biking the dog to get a pace set
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  11. We boarded many Pitbulls with super owners & they where an absolute delight to be around. A number where owned by very high up doctors (certainly very few by drug dealers ) We have boarded many other breeds that if i didn't now the breed better would put them on the "never own "list,Owners who have created monsters . The fact is it doesn't matter if you don' get it,there are many responsible Pit bull owners out there .there are breeds you have listed that many people wouldn't own & have temp issues they just don't hit the headlines. One breed in particular you have listed is well known for temp issues & biting Work in the dog grooming field for a week & you will have a whole different opinion
  12. the 3 yearly is the basic vacc & you needt to get the canine cough done yearly People should check the prices though some vets are charging over the top prices for the 4 yearly & it can end up expensive, Many of our clients brings there bills with them & many are paying around the $130 plus mark for it which is There is much debate over how the 3 yearly is made up & whether its the same just turned into a 3 yearly or more you rarely get the same answer from even those in the field
  13. yes one of mine has had three yearly & the co owner/breeder is a vet. Mason as far as show handling classes go pick wisely. classes should be about learning not being made to feel stupid or the dog handled in a manner that is over the top Go down and watch ,you have tuesday with Helena or thursday with wolfproud/spitz club ask your breeder as well Better still if you own a video camera or similiar videos the Labs at the shows
  14. We never do the booster & we show our pups from 3 months. 5 weeks never heard of any breeder doing them that young especially on a pup so small .
  15. Its was $800 to send a 3 kg dog many moons ago prices aren't cheap,generally $1200 plus
  16. GSD have done very well in the All Breeds ring in Perth . I showed my GSD All Breeds only before he retired & he was a big winner when the breed numbers where 20 or more. His breeders showed Multi All Breeds BIS winners on a consistent basis. The problem i see with a number of the GSD shows All Breeds in Perth is there ring manners aren't exactly pleasing on the eye,they shouldn't be pulling like crazy with legs going in all directions . Loose lead ,free baiting & picture perfect & any GSD will do well if its a good rep.
  17. Yep snake season never ends & i now of 3 dogs already killed by snakes .the warmer weather just makes them more active & seeking food so often more cranky at this stage
  18. I would suggest shorter walks with plenty of treats. It sounds like the dog hears the same old same form you that it means nothing or your boring & the outside world is more interesting to the dog. If the dog is food driven then take plenty of treats & use it to your advantage to maintain attention & to teach the dog to listen. It does sound like you need assistance to understand where your going wrong & the sooner the better
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