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That's sad, Perse. Sounds like the person is doing all they can to make sure the babies are being and will be cared for really well, nd is covering future bases.

LOL Jess. I did get to SA 2007 and WA 2010 as well as Vic, and hope to get there next year. Depends a bit on how Kirra is going. She'll be 14.5 by then, so maybe not up to the traveling, or being left. Playing it by ear at the moment. Not worried about the lollipop tyres ... didn't cause our dogs problems in 2007. We enjoyed Adelaide .. of course it helped that Tasmania won the teams event that year

You know you're going to have to get a GoPro, or set up a video camera. Sounds heaps of fun. :D

Oh bless him. His little boy brain would have just about exploded. Luckily at their age, it's about the exposure rather than the physical exercise. You might need to take a cup of coffee out with you next time .. now that would really get your neighbour wondering :laugh:

Loved the mad zoomies at the end ... only so much brain strain a baby Pyr Shep can take, huh? Lots of fun ahead. :D

Always sad, T, even when we think we're prepared. Her great age is a tribute to your care. You will certainly miss that cheeky face, though.

So very sorry , but at least we can help them when the time comes.

Love the happy MacUpdates. Bless him.

Good suggestions here ... Good decision to not be saying 'No'. He has good reasons for his fear, IMO, so your job will be to keep him under threshold .. i.e far enough away that he is able to pay attention to you, instead of just reacting. If you inadvertently get to close, try 'turn and go' preferably round the front of your dog, so that you are showing that you are the protector and he doesn't have the responsibility of defending himself. It's useful to talk to him in a matter of fact tone of voice when you see an approaching dog, while at the same time, working out how to maintain a safe distance (that is, safe in his mind.) Something like "Look at that" will definitely be helpful. And obviously, while you're working on it, try to avoid situations such as dog parks where he might be approached too closely.

Bummer about the vomit. (Ginger .. maybe as a ginger nut biscuit before the trip .. is supposed to help). But hey, they sound as though they're really making great progress. Had to laugh at your neighbour's concern ... did it make any difference when you explained?

The logic seems to be on the side of surgery, scary as that is. (can only imagine). I guess there is always some risk attached to any surgery, but your vet and surgical team seem like they're on the ball, and have the advantage of being familiar with the dog. Best of wishes heading your way.

Sorry, no experience here either .. just wanted to wish you well. :)

Fingers and paws crossed for a restful night for too and the lad.

Oztrail compact fits across the inside of my Ravi 4. Nice and strong .. comes in wheeled bag. Don't know of one that would fit in a boot of most cars.

I encourage people at dog club, especially those wanting to do agility, to do the rib test, by putting hands either side of the dogs spine, thumbs pointing towards the tail, and fingers spreading out downwards. I want to be able to feel ribs without having to press in (so like feeling lightly over the back of your own hand. That, together with the body condition score visual .. waist from above and tuck up from the side, gives them a pretty good idea of what they're looking for. The visuals are going to vary a bit with breed or coat, but I'd think the rib test is a fair guideline. I tend to weigh mine every now and again as a check on what I'm seeing and feeling, although the scales even at the same vet surgery can sometimes vary in their accuracy, I've found.

You are doing a great job.

Missed this one ..... huge congratulations to Tamika and her Jessie.

Twice a day .. same size meals. Same as others, combination of comfort, and hopefully protection from bloat. While BCs are not in the highest risk category, I do know several who have died from it. Both dogs in hard lean condition.

That's an encouraging update. Fingers and paws crossed that improvement continues.

Yay for Jim's new home .. the universe knew what she was doing. Now she just needs to work out where the gorgeous Sir H is going to live.

So very sorry Swazzie. Like the others I was hoping against hope .. Treasure the memories and the chance to have special time with him.

Good puppies. And well done! :laugh:

Totally agree with crate next to your bed, and with making sure he's really warm .... snugglesafe is great (works for oldies too :D . If he's not a chewer, there are some nice soft cuddly mediate toys around for puppies to snuggle into that might help. If mine have been unsettled in their crates as babies, I can just talk to them, or put my hand down so they can smell it. If they really insist, then I take them out as TSD describes. (That works for oldsters too ). I'd also agree with throw the plan out ... it's fine to have an overall plan, but not too much detail. I would definitely ditch the bit about doing outside toileting and then switching to puppy pads later. I would be giving him little bits of play pen time this week, and let him use the puppy pads or paper while he's on there. Will reduce your stress a bit I think, and maybe his. I would definitely go with the 4 or at least 3 meals a day while he is so little, but not totally by the clock. Do hope you have a good day and night today, with your delightful little bundle of cuteness. Thanks for the 'payment' photo

Hoping you and Bru can get some sleep tonight, and sending very best wishes for good outcomes from his tests tomorrow. So hard when we can't explain to them why we're doing things.

Pups differ a lot in how quickly they settle in, how they go with food, treats etc. A lot depends on how the litter has been raised, as TSD has said. But it does sound like you and he are doing just fine. Wouldn't worry about the treat thing for the first few days ... gently excited praise and cuddles and/or a little bit of gentle toy play are fine .. just letting him know how pleased you are with him. I love that he is liking following you and your partner around. And the quiet nights. Second what TSD said about trying to avoid the 'no' .. it doesn't give the pup information about what you would like ... so if for example he's chewing something you don't want him to chew, you interrupt him and offer something he is allowed to chew, and encourage him to chew it.