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The facial bone structure makes me think there's some kelpie in there. She's 100% gorgeous whatever she is! :) Agree to skip the DNA test unless you just want to do it for kicks and ignore the data if it comes back wonky. The little 3.8kg presumed Chihuahua x in my profile pic came back as Australian Cattle Dog x Jack Russell Terrier x Bichon Frise.

If you suspect dust mites, wash their bedding at a minimum of 60 degrees celcius if you aren't already. While washing helps, heat is needed to kill the mites. The beds and/or covers would also need washing, not just the blankets. (I have a bad dust mite allergy.)

What lovely words to honour your girl. Sorry for your loss. xxx

Yep. one x 10 kilo foxie and I've been known to do the same thing on occasion. I'm often trapped between hubby and the dog - hubby is more accommodating and will move for me. He didn't sleep with us the other night - it was super mild and I had the best sleep I've had in weeks. You'd be surprised at how much space a 3.8kg Chi x can take up. HOW DOES HE DO IT?!* *Wouldn't have it any other way. :D Beautiful photo Kirty! I especially love how Preston has pride of place. :)

I wish I lived near you. I would so drop by to help out however you wanted.

Has it changed much since 2007?

Give the amount of distress your dog is in, I really do think you need to see a vet behaviourist, not a dog trainer. The key word there is vet. What area are you in?

How's Scotie's new medication going, or is it still too soon to tell? You are so right when you talk about the "old Scotty" being able to happily crate. My grandmothers both have/had dementia, and it's important to remember that when the brain is very sick or impaired, the behaviour you see is not really your loved one. If they are angry or aggressive and it's out of character or proportion, it might be that their brain isn't functioning properly causing immense frustration (or just entirely doing its own thing), or their anxiety is through the roof and they're terrified. If you can separate the person or the dog from the illness, perhaps thinking of it as the "illness talking", there's less frustration and hurt, more room for compassion, and you can get on with helping your loved one where they are in that moment, instead of dwelling on where they "should" be. You have immense compassion for your boy and I'm not saying you're dwelling — I'm really just speaking generally there. But I'm sure it can be very frustrating and exhausting when he's barking at night or making a mess of his crate, and upsetting when he's aggressive. When these things happen, remember that it's not your precious boy. He loves you dearly, and it's not that he won't behave but that he can't. And take full advantage of the times where he is more present. xxx

I've heard of people doing this before, giving the medication for the vet to give to a patient of their choosing (perhaps someone on a low income who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford care, etc). I'm guessing it isn't commonplace, but not unheard of. It's a lovely gesture and way to honour your late dog. If the vet cannot do it for some reason, a rescue group may be interested — you could contact Rescue Resource or post on the rescue forum on DOL.

A different opinion: my dog would find it extremely stressful to be in an environment where verbal and physical punishments were used on other dogs, even if no such punishments were used on him. Consider whether you want your dog to be in such a stressful, scary and joyless environment. If you do go, make sure no one ever uses your dog as a training example as you can't control what they may do (they may not listen to your instructions).

If possible, may I suggest a mini barrel of whisky on the collar to complete the look. :D

Hi Cazablanca, So sorry to hear your girl is going through this, and that your older dog is poorly as well. I haven't had a dog with cancer, but I've seen this website mentioned a number of times on DOL. http://www.dogcancer.net.au DOLers report that the owners are lovely people and welcome any enquiries, so it might be worthwhile giving them a call? All the best.

He is so precious. xx

YAY!

I'm so glad things went well with the VB, Snook, and Justice is as adorable as ever!! ???? We leave for Tasmania tomorrow for just over a couple of weeks. I'm so nervous about how Malcolm will be, but his in-home minders have been briefed on everything (we've made a little info pack and a spreadsheet for meds) and as he'll be home alone on weekdays more than usual his favourite vet nurses are going to visit him for cuddles. They seem very excited, lol. We're about a 5min walk from our GP vet. :)

Sorry for your loss. x

All breeders need researching There was an example of this recently with toy poodle no less.

I've just been looking into that. Yes we can. This is the form: https://www.car.com.au/sites/default/files/Subs%20form%20with%20payment%20option%20Nov%202015.pdf'>https://www.car.com.au/sites/default/files/Subs%20form%20with%20payment%20option%20Nov%202015.pdf Does require a vet to confirm the microchip number. And there's info on the CAR site. https://www.car.com.au It's very easy to register with CAR in NSW. All 3 of my dogs are on both the NSW Companion Animal Registry and the Central Animal Records. You just fill out the form, have a vet verify the microchip number and send it away with payment. I travel all over for agility and confirmation showing and using a national register is peace of mind. I'm going to do it after hearing the stories of dogs who go missing and wind up in different states. I was on Facebook recently and some idiot had found a dog while on holiday and was driving it home with them to keep. ???? My vet has also has had people bring dogs to them which they found on holiday instead of taking them to a local vet. They say it's not an infrequent thing! I don't live near a state border but still... some people are stupid.

Agreed! There are so many ways to show love for your dog without giving him unhealthy food. You can shower him with praise and affection, take him for walks and swims, play with him, cuddle him, let him join you on the lounge, teach him fun new tricks, buy him new toys, buy or make food puzzle toys, learn TTouch or take him to a practitioner, take him to Nose Work classes (suitable for all ages). Simply be present with him. Save the unhealthy treats for when he's gone off his food or is truly IN his last days. Which your boy isn't from your description. And you can get healthy dog treats and feed them in appropriate amounts. Rotate them so they stay interesting. Malcolm's favourite thing at the moment is snapped off pieces of a whole dried salmon head. It's the most disgusting thing ever to handle and smell, which is probably part of the appeal :laugh: but also high in those omega 3s.

I've just been looking into that. Yes we can. This is the form: https://www.car.com.au/sites/default/files/Subs%20form%20with%20payment%20option%20Nov%202015.pdf'>https://www.car.com.au/sites/default/files/Subs%20form%20with%20payment%20option%20Nov%202015.pdf Does require a vet to confirm the microchip number. And there's info on the CAR site. https://www.car.com.au

That is an excellent point, Tassie! Where are our photos?! The OP needs to get cracking!! :D

I assumed the survey was asking about positive punishment (in terms of applied behaviour analysis).

Fingers and paws crossed over here!

There's actually stuff you could do without a yard! Many beneficial herbs can be grown inside. Malcolm's favourite is lemon balm. You might just need to increase his distance to the trigger. You were very close. I've heard of dog that needed to start at a distance of an entire football field away before very gradually moving forward. God I hope it's not rebound anxiety. He did end up having a better day today after a rough start, though. :)

He's such a doll. ????