Dogsfevr

There is no set time . We have had bicthes we mated at day 3 to day 30 each one is different so its important not to follow the general rule but treat each bitch differently

Keep in mind this is also a social day out for the owners whilst we all enjoy talking we also make our dogshow days a social gathering amongst friends so keep this in mind when talking with people don't over stay your welcome . Don't over do the complimenting especially if you really don't have much clue about what your talking about . I guess the main thing is what you want to discuss . We generally suggest people go to shows to see the breeds,get contact details from those people they like & then phone breeders to discuss things more personal . For me there are things we discuss at shows & things we don't so maybe let us now what questions you are hoping to ask .

Personally i would be getting him done more often 7 months is along time for a dog that has issues especially if the coat has knots ,clipping knots still hurts & dogs don't forget. He doesn't have to be clipped short but done regularly can be maintained at a length suitable for all parties but to be honest even in winter i would just go shortish with a dog that has such issues . Thicker coats depending on what clippers people use can often take longer to get through .we use double k which power through heavy coats in no time A good groomer depending on the coat could do alot of scissoring where possible . The most important thing is groom on a table with a non slip matt a neural area from play to cuddles. Just placing the dog up in this area daily for quick cuddles can do alot ,rubbing your hands over & then on the ground . One thing i will say is i think sedated dogs seem worse than if left ,i think the panic of being out of control worries them badly . We did a rescue Std Poodle they insisted on sedating not only was it a nightmare to get the dog to stand it panicked so much ,did some more the next day normal & a different dog. Finding the right groomer can make a massive difference one who understands fair but educational & again is often a more comforting person than the owners who tend to panic more, Not sure if you have used clippers yourself but if you haven't i would suggest learning on a stable dog before you attempt yourself as your handling could set the dog back

I have no issues reporting providing all facts are stated . To often even on here you here people whinging this happened to my dog should i report it but they have forgotten to post the most obvious part that there actions caused the issue to happen but there dog came off second best . There is often two sides to every story but if its a true case of an issue then yes it should be reported for the dogs safety & others . But i do have to say many people just don't think around dogs & that is scary. I have spent two days at the royal show & even though i have a sign saying i am friendly but please ask before patting many people simply feel that doesn't apply to them & just do what they want with no thought of what there actions may create but be the first to point the finger .

Nothing sounds abnormal except the hives & like mentioned the beef would be the first to go .Did they use the same vaccine as already on the card or something different brand wise ??(the vet should have placed the sticky sticker on with all the details for such cases. Also agree the breeder should be consulted ,if a good one they will be a wealth of knowledge . Many of the BB people here use witch hazel for wiping the folds

Just put a sheet on the set most dogs don't accept wearing undies as they don't fit or stay on well . We have never used them we just cover the sets & put up with it

we had a client who boarded there dog after the same issue . In there case it wasn't there dog barking but it was the only way to prove the point & the council in this case was aware the dog was in kennels. This may be an option to see if they still complain whilst the dog isn't there . The OP may not wish to debark but in most cases that is the only option unless people wish to move or retrain & put in alot of effort . It seems in the case the council is on the OP side so they are lucky but reality is many people don't think there dogs bark alot & we also have own up to the noise & dealing with the issue . You could also set up CCCTV to watch the dog & see it barking . You can simply all go out for the day & sit outside & listen for a few hrs

Personally i would be worrying less about commands but working more in ensuring the dogs mental map of the house is set in stone, using carpet runners to advice where spots are ,ensuring finding water bowls . Having owned blind dogs there scenting is so important & there main means of solution solving ,its important he learn all about the scents whilst the vision is still there . His nose is his form of braille & in my experience my guys that went blind early also got hearing issues earlier . Our youngest girl that went blind could walk our acre for many years because she used her nose whilst her vision was partially there & new where the carpet runners lead her to & what where safe areas .It really is important to put the time into this now especially with a young dog

Personally i would never have placed my face so close when the dog has been wearing a muzzle & with a strange handler . I think there is blame on both sides but certainly the gentleman needs to be more aware that his dog is reactive & the muzzle can make dogs feel more vulnerable at the best of times

We have always followed the belief that there is a time where the bad outweighs the good & that it is kinder to PTS . Obviously this is different for each person

not shocked at all

Many vets now suggest Zyrtec(sp) .

I have actually been to that place in 97 not surprised i saw good & bad . I also saw the puppies in pet shops but the xport laws where different back then

In Sydney you can do a lap & leave if you wish . This is actually a scenario you dread when you win the breed with a puppy & why sometimes puppy BOB winners don't return especially if from the east

Advertising is an avenue to the public Selecting the right owners is a whole different package. I have often read DOLERS post i wouldn't buy from someone who advertises in the paper & when asked why can't give a decent answer but the sad part is if that person tells other people its like a bad case of "chinese whispers" & people then presume other sources are better guaranteed . i wouldn't even guarantee some of the DOL breeders but its a good avenue like any other advertising site As for emails so many of our inquiries go to the junk folder because there email addresses are so odd the anti virus kicks in. We get atleast 10 emails a week with Do you have pups. There is no name attached no nothing . Many emails sent are very specific & require time for the answer . We have also experienced sending emails back only for there account to be full & it bounce back,infact this happens alot . Some people also want a response that day & it just doesn't happen. Breeders do have lives there life isn't selling puppies & sitting at the computer 24/7. My personal fav is people that leave phone messages & you can't understand there message so can't phone them back as its a private number or you recall the number called & its work & no one nows who you are after . Then you get the family members who are all emailing but haven't told each other & in the end each one gives a different story & you have no clue who is who & what is ligit Its not easy either way The olden days where so much better people phoned you discussed what they where after & could talk about the breed & both parties get a good feel of each other luckily we get alot more phone inquiries than emails & can assist in other breeders or even other breeds if the breed in question isn't the right fit

Personally in your caes i would flying over to meet breeders & seeing there dogs . I wouldn't go to all that expense for a "one off" & hope the price tag meet my expectations . The only other way i would consider is if i had someone very offay in the breed & new what i was after to look on my behalf

Personally for a rare breed i would be flying to one of there National shows to decide if its a breed i want & what the future plan is . Are you wanting to breed? Do you want a show dog only ?? Then i would be looking at the kennels that could be of great assistance for a future plan or at the very least be great mentors from a distance. We have imported & lets just say we got sent a lemon so it buyer beware . As for breed reconigition this is the hard part because if they decline which they can you have a "pet". If you bring out a mature dog the process doesn't happen quickly could be a year or more before its accepted so age of the import is something to factor with acceptance

Welshies are calmer/softer Springers can be a tad obsessive of there owners but like many breeds its training. "spring" is a key word for Springers they love bouncing up & down ,active & social. Working /show lines can vary as to the ease of living like any working gundog & the planned owners . Our neighbours have both & i groom alot of Springers ,i prefer the more "out there" nature of the Springer but the Welsh are lovely dogs

Show lines makes no difference & its important to understand working lines & what effort you may need. Its not a case of a GSD is a GSD & this is a big issue we have in my breed people buying working lines & not fully understanding there needs which can way more effort than the average pet owner wants . My showline GSD was an awesome guard dog but above all he was a joy to live with & that above all is the most important .

I agree the more you play god with there food bowl the bigger issues people seem to have & create Never ever done it with any of our dogs & never ever had an issue & if the bowl is required to be touched not a peep out of them as we all have mutual respect . Personally i would just place the dog away in a safe area allow it to eat in peace .Leave it for awhile & seek assistance to make sure you are doing the training correctly not creating a bigger issue. Many training books are just plan useless in there advice ,one of the things we dread when selling puppies

we actually find the hammock beds worse for arthritic dogs especially getting up.(large) We use Bowen too & swear by it ,i also agree that pain meds have there purpose at these times . My old boy had a mattress (camping shop) to lay on because he could spread out & not be confined to the hammock only area & could get up & flop elsewhere on the mattress,it was also less pressure on his joints & his body was relaxed fully instead of curled into a ball, Sadly his getting up became all to much & he was given his wings because we also new that if we went out & he was unable to get up it could have ended in a very sad way especially in summer . Feet wise yep trimming the hair,making sure nauils are short as possible & you can wipe the build up of the feet . Often the soreness is in the shoulders/nech which makes getting up harder & after struggling it pulls on other muscles hence why bowen is wonderful & red light treatment

Irrespective of this one day pup needs to learn to be independent & enjoy being alone so starting now is perfect Toy breed doesn't equate to special needs ,there dogs and more than capable of being outside at times & enjoying life & snakes will affect any dog no matter what the size ,birds can happen but it low & the are for them to grab need sto be suitable for there wing span,we have eagles here & i doubt to many will low fly into a court yard The only thing i would be thinking off is the feed routine on that day as its going to miss a meal unless you are only doing two feeds??Maybe she can arrange if travel is close during the lunch to pop home for a small period to check pup & feed . If you truly worried about outside than get a baby gate & shut in the laundry/bathroom so it still has airflow or buy the compost panels from Bunnings & place something heavy infront (we use both with our litters when inside plus a good play pen we tell all our puppy buyers to get a play pen our if you have another room that got air flow & pup can be left in for the day use that. All i would suggest if outside then make sure there are no large water bowls or the likes if pup falls in .

Just block her if you don't wish to unfriend .

We are groomers & the most common reason for wanting to clip off coated breeds is lazy . We clip off alot of elderly coated breeds which i have no issues with some are incapable of tolerating being brushed. I tend to find the time poor reason a bad excuse. It takes 10 mins to brush a coated breed with the right tools regularly but generally the dogs aren't trained so it becomes all to much hard work . Goldies are the worst offenders & most want them clipped because they shed & they don't brush & have massive dags & dreadies in there pants , Goldies coats are so easy to brush . As for tick areas i guess for many its easy but given show people can keep there dogs in full coats & still check its really not an excuse . But i do agree i would sooner see it clipped off then live the life a matted mess which is so painful