Shoshana

I was thinking number 3? But after reading what you're saying I realize she would look even more ridiculous then she does now (refer to the picture below - that's Rosie in the car, in case you're wondering what's on the pic).

Thanks for your suggestions LucyCharzie & Westiemum. I actually have already made an appointment with "Spoilt Dog" in 2 weeks but am still in two minds ... By the way, only the dog in the right picture is mine. Because Rosie looks like a monster in most photos I included a photo from Google images of what Tibetan terriers should look like .

I have a long haired, double coated dog, a Tibetan terrier who is 20 months old & has survived one Adelaide hot summer already. Her hair didn't seem to be quite as long then as it is now & also we are already having extremely hot weather - 41 degrees C tomorrow. My problem is - should I clip her or shouldn't I? One day I think - yes definitely I'll book her in for a haircut & next day I'm not so sure. She is an inside dog most of the time but loves her daily walks & runs. I take her out early in the morning when it's still not too hot ( around 24 C), but I can't help feeling sorry for the poor thing panting like crazy after 15 minutes of walking & running in the park. Any opinions welcome.

Beach Road Veterinary Hospital 145 Beach Rd, Christies Beach, SA 5165 p: (08) 83828055

My recommendation would be David Harrison & Robyn Sharp at Hallet Cove Vet Clinic. I do not recommend Brighton Vet Hospital .

Make it into your special time for relaxation & bonding. It might help if you do it when your dog is tired rather than "full of beans". I love combing & brushing my dog in the evening, sitting on the carpet in front of the TV, with lots of cuddles & belly rubs in between. I have acquired a rather large number of combs & brushes most of which Rosie doesn't like. The only ones she likes are the comb with rotating teeth, a pin brush & 100% boar bristle brush. Rosie is a long haired dog & this time of the year she picks up lots of prickles during walks & needs to be combed & brushed quite often. She has learned to enjoy it almost as much as I do.

isn't it meant to be soaked & then mixed with meat? Anyway, it doesn't sound like you made much use out of the packet you 'd bought.

I'd be interested to know if VETS ALL NATURALL COMPLETE MIX ( http://www.greenpet.com.au/pet-shop/cart.p...;category_id=69 ) is as good as BARF patties for example. Any opinions?

Do you mean "Marema" perhaps? How big is the pup? How much does he weigh? Any dry food packet would have a guide about feeding quantities based on dog's weight. I'm no expert but I would use food to "befriend" the pup - maybe hand feed him and at the same time talk to him nicely & pet him. This is how wolves were domesticated 15000 years ago. Good luck & tell us more about him please.

I've been giving chicken necks and wings to Rosie (6 1/2 month old tibetan terrier) since she was 9 weeks old. She chews them well & never had problems. The only thing that freeks me out is her habit of finding my sons lego pieces & chewing them. Luckily, as soon as I say DROP IT she drops whatever she's got in her mouth.

My doggie is not greedy & is by nature suspicious. If she doesn't like a tablet (some she does like) I crush it (in a mortar, with pestle) into powder, then add a glob of peanut paste, thoroughly mix it all together with my fingers & then let Rosie lick my fingers - so far she's never refused it.

This may be related to the production of progesterone a naturally produced calming hormone which is removed through spaying. I hope it will get better once their hormones become more balanced.

Rosie is back home after her surgery & is recovering well. The surgeon said that most comon elbow fractures are on the outside of the elbow but hers being on the inside indicates that there was a severe trauma that caused it. Also - there is no defect in calcification of the intercondylar region - Rosie's bones are strong & healthy (by the way, she's been on BARF diet since 9 weeks of age). The surgeon implanted 3 pins in the elbow but in the proces of fixing the bones she had to cut the triceps tendon - so poor Rosie will be bandaged for 3 weeks - have physio after that & hopefully 6 weeks after the surgery she'll be allowed to gradually resume normal activities. I haven't talked to the Day Care people yet - fist they hadn't answered my message for a few days, then I was too busy organising Rosie's surgery... I'm planning to deal with them next week. First I'll ask them a few questions & see how they feel about taking some responsibility - & if that comes to nothing I'll get my lawyer to write them a nice letter - given that I never was given any paperwork other than a form to fill out with my details & signature referring me (in small print) to full terms & conditions which were never given to me. Also - there is evidence that they alow dogs to jump onto concrete from some hight. Anyway - I'll get legal advice first.

My humble understanding is that pigs ears have high fat content (if that's a worry) - you can buy beef ears - they are meant to be less fatty - & are certainly more kosher.

Thank you so much for your support Charles. We are really lucky to have someone like you here on the DOLF. Your advice made me realize that hoping for the best was not going to be enough to save Rosie's leg. It's been a tough decision for me, as I'm saving money for a new car & a holiday - but I don't think I could live with myself knowing I haven't done everything I could to help my dog.