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I am so sorry swazzie, awful outcome.

an interesting chat from the Tasmanian Government http://dpipwe.tas.go...als/1080-poison Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment Agriculture 1080 Poison Compound 1080 or sodium monofluoroacetate, is a naturally occurring compound produced by many species of Australian plant. Sodium monofluoroacetate occurs naturally in about 40 native plant species in Australia, primarily of the genera, Gastralobium, which grow in Western Australia, across northern Australia in the Northern Territory and in central Queensland. No fluoroacetate bearing plants are known to occur in Tasmania or the other southern States. Compound 1080 is a white fluffy powder that is odourless and tasteless. 1080 was first synthesised in Europe in 1896 and developed in the USA as a rodenticide during the 1940s. It was first used as a rabbit poison in Tasmania in 1952. It is now widely used in Australia and New Zealand to control pest animals. How it is used The Department of Primary Industries and Water is the only importer of 1080 into Tasmania and only authorised officers of the Department handle the poison. The powder is dissolved in water to make a 1.5 per cent solution. This is coloured blue to give it a distinctive appearance to avoid accidental misuse and to reduce its acceptability to birds.In the field, it is mixed with bait material, usually chopped carrot, to provide a final concentration of 0.014 per cent of the active ingredient. Wild animals such as wallabies and possums may only be poisoned where officially permitted by the Wildlife Management officers of the Department of Primary Industries and Water. Such permits will only be issued if poisoning is an essential element of their wildlife management program. Species Susceptibility The relative toxicity of 1080 to various animals is shown in table 1. Dogs and cats are highly susceptible. Next are all herbivores. Rats, wombats and humans are less susceptible, while quolls, Tasmanian devils and nearly all birds have a high tolerance to 1080 poison. Table 1: Relative susceptibility of various animals to 1080 poison Secondary poisoning As can be seen from Table 1, dogs and cats are very susceptible to 1080 poisoning so every precaution should be taken to prevent dogs from eating poisoned carcases. If a dog or cat ate a pademelon poisoned with 1080, it could obtain a lethal dose of the poison. In fact, one dead pademelon could contain enough 1080 to poison 12 dogs or 9 cats. Other carnivorous animals and birds are not likely to be killed by secondary poisoning as they would need to eat their own weight in poisoned rabbits to obtain a lethal dose (see Table 2). Table 2: Amounts of poisoned Pademelon likely to be fatal to various carnivores Actually the poison is present in larger concentrations in the stomach and some other organs such as liver, heart, lung, kidneys and brain. Carnivores which show a liking for these organs therefore have an increased susceptibility to secondary poisoning. Symptoms There is some debate about the humaneness of 1080. However, this is less so in respect of its effect on herbivores, including target species such as rabbits and wallabies. Herbivores typically show no obvious signs of poisoning until their sudden collapse. Some herbivorous animals experience convulsions, others simply lie still, breathing slowly, until death occurs. Death in herbivores is typically the result of ventricular fibrillation (heart irregularities). Symptoms of nervous distress are seen in dogs, cats, and man, but from reports from men who have recovered, no pain is felt. Rabbits and wallabies usually die several hours after eating the bait and so die some distance from the burrow. The number of dead animals found near the burrow therefore cannot be used to assess the efficiency of the poisoning program. Effect on the Environment In use, 1080 does not accumulate in the environment. It is applied locally at relatively small rates and is readily degraded in soils, surface waters and by micro-organisms. The usual fate of 1080 in baits is to be consumed by the target pests in the days or weeks following baiting. Most of the 1080 ingested by animals is rapidly metabolised and/or excreted, with only low levels retained in the carcass. Poisoning of non-target animals may occur with 1080 baiting. However, the impacts are either localised, or limited to individual animals and do not result in significant adverse effects on the non-target animals at a population level. Careful attention to the selection of bait material, amount of 1080 in each bait, timing and placement of baits combined with preliminary free feeding to reduce bait shyness, increases the acceptance of poisoned baits by target animals. Comparison with other Poisons Strychnine is the main legal alternative poison used in vertebrate pest control in Australia, although its use is restricted in Tasmania. It is inferior to 1080 because: It is less humane, causing a violent death with convulsions and pain. The onset of symptoms is quick but death may not occur for 2 hours or more. It is less specific; all species of animals and birds are susceptible. It produces a violent death near the burrow, disturbing other rabbits so that fewer rabbits are killed. It has a bitter taste, is not water soluble and is more difficult to use. It is more dangerous. A child would be readily killed by one piece of apple poisoned with strychnine, but would need to eat at least 15 pieces of carrot poisoned with 1080. It is not broken down on the bait or in the soil. Other poisons, such as organophosphates, may not be used legally for vertebrate pest control. These poisons are totally non-selective and their use could threaten the survival of some species, particularly predator birds such as hawks and eagles. Pindone is used for rabbit control in areas where there is an increased risk of secondary poisoning of dogs. It is an anticoagulant, and there is an antidote available, but native carnivores and birds of prey may be at greater risk from eating poisoned carcasses. Summary Compound 1080 is the most effective vertebrate pest poison currently available. It is relatively species-specific, it is relatively humane in terms of its effects on herbivores and it is biodegradable. There is a definite risk of accidental poisoning of sheep, cattle, goats, horses and pigs, so every care must be taken to keep stock away from a poisoned area until all uneaten poisoned bait is removed. There is a high risk of secondary poisoning if dogs eat poisoned rabbits or wallabies. Poisoned animals are not found near the burrow so a count of carcases cannot be used to assess the effectiveness of the control operation. All 1080 poison operations in Tasmania are performed under the supervision of DPIPWE Wildlife Management officers. These officers ensure that the operation is carried out according to the Code of Practice for Use of 1080 Poison for Native Browsing Animal Control. This page was created by the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (Tasmania). edited to insert screen shots of charts

Wow, not bad going Sheridan, to have managed to do that in four weeks is pretty impressive. Well Done! ps I bet they wee on the floor today just to spoil all the good work :laugh:

I was dreading coming to your topic for an update swazzie so I'm +++relieved that you have encouraging news. I'll be thinking of you and Bru on Monday, can I ask without being awfully nosy...what time is your appointment? I'm sure we would all like to know when to expect another update. All the best from me and the Little-guys

some of these may be cheaper than Bunnings, maybe they will sell 1 metre http://www.gumtree.c...?sort=price_asc eta there is this on ebay http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Artificial-turf-Free-Postage-30mm-fake-grass-astro-turf-synthetic-turf-pool-/231617865649?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item35ed8027b1

Just a thought: can you give a little more of the chicken/beef mince at night and give the Advance for day-time feeds only. My lot are not thirsty afterwards or in the morning at all as they don't get dry at dinner-time BUT if I do run out of their raw and they get dry (even with a topping of vegie slops) they are thirsty after and in the morning also eta found this old photo of Mac after he was helping gardening...a wannabe Wheaten!

pup photies green with envy here love this one of Roo it's his "I definitely didn't pee on the floor" look Lovely pups Sheridan, thanks for posting those piccies

You do realise they will continue pee-ing inside until you have posted photos of them.

http://www.theguardi...ection-victoria Pets of family violence victims to be offered protection in Victoria $100,000 earmarked for pet protection programs after studies show victims may delay leaving an abusive relationship out of fear of what will happen to their pets A UK study found perpetrators of violence usually harm those physically weaker than themselves and as a result 'abuse of animals occurs frequently in conjunction with human abuse'. Photograph: PR Melissa Davey The pets of women and children fleeing family violence will be offered protection as part of a program funded by the Victorian government. Numerous reviews have shown that perpetrators of family violence use threats and harm to pets as a way of maintaining control of their victims, and that victims may delay leaving an abusive relationship out of fear of what will happen to their pets. Over the next four years, $100,000 will be given to the family violence response service, Safe Steps, to build relationships with animal welfare agencies such as the RCPCA and family violence services, the state government announced on Sunday. Victoria's minister for families and children, Jenny Mikakos, said the funding would give people in violent situations greater confidence to seek safety. "This small program will make a huge difference in helping victims leave violent situations and get support," she said. Kim Gentle is a survivor of family violence who now lives in Port Hedland. Her perpetrator is now in jail, having physically, financially and emotionally abused Gentle. He also killed her dog. "He threw her off a cliff," Gentle told Guardian Australia. "He thought I paid more attention to my dog than to him, and that I had more love for her than I did for him. He was jealous. I rescued that dog from the RSPCA and she came everywhere with me. These perpetrators will take anything precious to you." Gentle believes pet protection programs for family violence victims should be rolled out across the country. Advertisement"Pets have incredible healing powers, especially for children, and that is well documented," she said. "I can only applaud Victoria for this program and I hope it follows through everywhere." In its submission to Victoria's royal commission into family violence, the RSPCA said while some animal shelters provided ad hoc welfare boarding for the pets of people fleeing family violence, they were poorly funded. "Funding for welfare boarding is unreliable and often limited," the submission said. "Welfare boarding is only provided by animal shelters when they have the capacity to do so. Local governments should have a responsibility to provide welfare boarding for animals and this should not be a responsibility of charities. A government supported system is required." The CEO of RSPCA Victoria, Dr Liz Walker, said the government's funding announcement on Sunday was "encouraging". "We look forward to being part of the development of a broader strategy to address the temporary sheltering and care of animals across the state," she said. A 2012 report provided to the Royal New Zealand Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the National Collective of Independent Women's Refuges in New Zealand found cruelty to pets was most commonly reported as a form of punishment. "Cruelty involved injury or death of an animal in retribution for a family member's unsatisfactory behaviour," the report found. "As such, animal cruelty was orchestrated to directly hurt the woman and child(ren). The outcome of the abuse was a level of intimidation that secured the families' compliance and obedience for fear that a cherished animal would be beaten or killed." Another study, from the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics in the UK, found perpetrators of violence usually harmed those physically weaker than themselves and as a result "abuse of animals occurs frequently in conjunction with human abuse". Animal abuse was a red flag for other forms of violence, it said. "Unfortunately, health agencies do not give the human–animal violence link sufficient weight in public health policy," the study found. For contacts details of pet crisis services, contact Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) 1800respect.org.au is the national 24/7 counselling helpline for family violence. The Men's Referral Service provides anonymous and confidential telephone counselling, information and referrals to men to help them take action to stop using violent and controlling behaviour 1300 766 491.

Yay, Go Danny very good news DDD

I am a little concerned there has been no update.

Penny (16) developed the same problem, tested for UTI, all ok, so was put on Stilboestrol twice weekly (Mac is also on Stilboestrol so I buy a 100 tablet bottle) She started flirting with Mac...generally behaved like a tart, drove us nuts. I phoned the vet and was advised to cut down the dose to 1 tablet a week, this has worked very well so no more losing bladder control when she is sleeping. When she was behaving like a bitch in season it was a worry as she has arthritis and we feared she would hurt herself...she was pretty full-on :laugh:

How is the wee-ing outside training going S?

This may help Don http://www.wildlife.org.au/wildlife/livingwithwildlife/rescue_and_care.html

I got their flyer with Daisy's Bow Wow Meow renewal eta, I also got a $10 off coupon and as there was some stuff I could use I put it in the 'basket' and when I clicked on the postage quote it was $45. Considering that Natural Pet Food store in Sydney can send my order of 3 packets of Taste of the Wild for $5 I thought that a bit rich!

Me as well. Hope everything is ok FF

Thanks RP. I searched around and found some dog soap--> Corrynne's Natural Soap, I contacted them to ask for the Ph and had a reply saying: The Ph of the dog soap is approximately 8.5 .. Corrynne told me to let you know that you can restore your dogs ph levels by washing with our soap and rinsing it out with apple cider vinegar – mixed 1 part vinegar to 9 parts waterA good idea I reckon so I'll do that. The soap ingredients are: Dog Soap - 100gramLavender, Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Green Clay & Neem Oil - 100g Like most of us, dogs have very sensitive skin, that's why this soap is perfect for them. It is made from pure coconut, olive, palm oils and lavender, Tea Tree and lemongrass essential oils. Blended together for their anti-bacterial, healing and soothing properties. The soap is very lathery which helps to lift fleas and eggs out of their fur. Stop your pet suffering, the natural way. Price: $ 3.50 I have bought some so will give it a go and rinse with ACV afterwards, Daisy seems to have developed a skin irritation lately so it need fixing, calendula cream helps but she is a dirty dog, rolls in the muck/chook poop/bandicoot poop/mangrove mud/dead crab/dead fish so she needs bathing every 2-3 weeks.

maybe check out ebay for wall transfer stickers, if you write something like 'shrub' or 'flower' or 'tree' or 'dog' between the words stickers---transfers it narrows down your search. You probably know that on the right side of the ebay page is a drop-down box that says 'best match' so you can choose the 'price + postage lowest first' option anyhow the stickers may stop Roo from crashing into the door eta...I found one that'll do the job

Just a question: what would be the optimum/ideal ph when buying dog soap?

I think I have the correct facebook page (Farmer Dave Dog Centre), not much flack on it but I did see that there is going to be some sort of 'fun day' and someone has written: Yes please, I have 2 Irish wolf hounds that need to be a bit more social so would love to hear more. yep, that'll be fun eta: insert rolley eye man

It could also be nasal mites (check my post in the reverse sneezing topic http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/205156-reverse-sneezing-explained/page__st__20) You vet can anaesthetise your dog and take a swab though my vet decided to treat Daisy for nasal mites as the medication is not harmful, it is similar to Ivermectin, it's called Dectomax Heart worm medication is not advisable while (and for a few months after) being treated. It is a series of injections and not expensive. Some dogs sneeze, gasp and generally make a fuss if the mites run around in their nose and irritate the dog. Worth considering anyhow.

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hahaha, they are so funny WM, I had aired out a doona in the sun and then folded it and put it in the corner of the bedroom ready to put away, came in later to find my Mac just sitting on the top of it, all on his own...just sitting and thinking dog-stuff in solitude. I don't think I will ever figure out what is going on inside his head :D

I ❤ Harry! http://www.abc.net.a...c=statenews_qld New breed of four-legged teachers help improve primary school students literacy skills 612 ABC Brisbane By Terri Begley and Jessica Hinchliffe Posted about an hour ago Photo: Year one students are learning to read with the help of dogs. Evelyn Smile reads to dog team Val and Dougal. (612 ABC Brisbane: Terri Begley) A program in Queensland is bringing dogs into the classroom to help year one students gain confidence in reading. Story Dogs brings the new reading companions, as well as volunteers, into classrooms once a week, with the aim of improving focus, confidence and literacy skills in young children in a non-judgemental environment. The program runs in 15 schools across Queensland and helps more than 75 students with their reading each week. Sessions see students read aloud to the dog and its owner for 20 minutes. Photo: Students enjoying sitting with the volunteers and the dogs that help them read. (612 ABC Brisbane: Terri Begley) Brisbane south coordinator Graham Mathias said the program's results had made a huge difference not only to the students involved but the school as a whole. "We find that students who go to Story Dogs class are usually up and reading in the class within two weeks," he said. "Some haven't read in class since they started school so it brings their confidence up as dogs don't judge." Val Avent and her pooch Dougal visit Watson State School once a week. "My neighbour saw an advertisement in the local paper and said 'this might suit you and Dougal," she said. "The students are usually excited about meeting the dog and we spend time doing that and we choose a book and assess where their reading is." Dougal, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, is a favourite around the children. "I had a good reader once that hardly noticed the dog, but Dougal invaded his space and in the end they were great mates," she said. "He (the student) could read an encyclopedia but that gentleness [with the dog] was a good development as well." Val said the dogs enjoyed it as much as the children. Photo: Harry the dog sits with students at Watson Road State School. (612 ABC Brisbane: Terri Begley) "I can tell Dougal enjoys it. When I tell him we're off to see the students he does his circles and sits by the car," she said. Grade one student Evelyn Smile said it was exciting to read with a dog. "[The first time] it was embarrassing because I was so shy but when I starting reading a lot I wasn't getting confused," she said. "Sometimes he (the dog) closes his eyes and dreams and other times he sits down next to us. "My reading has improved a lot - I didn't like dogs but now I do." Watson Road State School principal Darren Ball said the program offered the students a different experience. "With our school they are kids who don't have as much as kids in other communities in terms of the material side of life," he said. "The program allows them to have an experience that is just for them and that can be quite rare when you don't have a lot to celebrate. "We have had a massive focus on reading. And it's not just about the technical side of reading, but it's about the confidence and that feeling of being successful around reading." Photo: Dougal the dog with his owner Val and student Evelyn. (612 ABC Brisbane: Terri Begley)

http://www.abc.net.a...ss-walk/6560722 Greyhounds grace Brisbane's South Bank as part of Australia-wide awareness walk By Patrick Williams and Andree Withey Updated 53 minutes ago Photo: Greyhounds were all dressed up with somewhere to go - the awareness walk at South Bank. (ABC News: Patrick Williams) Related Story: Greyhounds put paws to pavement at Canberra's Parliament House Related Story: Greyhounds 'not to blame' in live-baiting scandal Map: Brisbane 4000 It was a day for the dogs in Brisbane's South Bank and various other locations around the country when greyhounds and their owners and foster carers turned out in force as part of an awareness walk. The Queensland capital was one of numerous locations across the country to hold an Australian Awareness Greyhound Walk today. The walks, organised by the Animal Justice Party and the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhound, aimed to promote greyhounds as a companion dog and not a racing animal. Photo: Maddy Wolfe and Henry joined in this morning's walk. (ABC News: Patrick Williams) At the South Bank walk, Gumtree Greyhounds spokeswoman Tracey McLaren said breed was used and abused by the racing industry, which should be closed down. "They're over-breeding the dogs, the vast numbers of what the industry calls wastage, ah the number of dogs being killed every year perfectly healthy dogs," she said. "The average age they seem to die is between two and four years old if they're not fast enough, and the numbers of deaths we suspect in around 30,000 a year." Photo: Merissa Weeks from Ipswich with Betty at Brisbane's South Bank. (ABC News: Patrick Williams) Logan resident Ayesha Floyd-Smith drove up for the day to take part in the walk with her dogs, Molly and Dolly 'I've been re-homing and involved in some way or another with rescue dogs for 10 years," she said. Ms Floyd-Smith was originally only a foster carer for Dolly but became too attached to her to see her go. "I'm what they refer to as a 'foster fail' which is a negative term for what is essentially a very positive thing whereby you get too attached to the dogs to be able to part with them," she said. "Molly has only been with me for a couple of days. She's come from a trainer down south ... she's got a way to go. "At this stage she's a foster dog, but as for how long ... she may well end up coming and joining us. The kids are already attached to her." Photo: Molly and Dolly dressed warmly for this morning's cool walk around South Bank. (ABC News: Patrick Williams) For Ipswich resident Merissa Weeks, being a greyhound owner is the best job she has ever had. "I fostered Betty for a week and after that was the end of it. She was going to stay with me after that," she said. The welfare of greyhounds have been in the spotlight ever since a Four Corners investigation aired in February exposed shocking animal cruelty in the industry. Vision from a greyhound property in Churchable, 90 minutes west of Brisbane, showed greyhounds mauling live pigs and possums who had been strung onto the lure arm. In Queensland, the vision led to 23 greyhound trainers being warned off of racetracks for life. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk also abolished all boards associated with the Queensland racing industry as a response to a Commission of Inquiry report into live baiting. eta...and what a chance to show off their lovely collars!