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http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/phoneapet-solution-to-missing-pooches-20120725-22pqk.html The days of papering the neighbourhood with lost dog posters could be numbered. Little Jimmy has come home from football practice and left the side gate open leaving an opening for the most adored member of the family - Fido the shih tzu - to break free of the backyard and tear off into the night. Rather than race door to door asking every neighbour whether they've seen their escaped pooch, Fido's owners grab the telephone and call the RSPCA. Within minutes, 2000 homes in the area have been contacted by automated phone message detailing the lost dog's name, breed and distinct markings. Fido's owners are well on their way to getting their little dog back. Using ReachTEL's voice broadcast technology, the RSPCA's Pet D Tect service has been enhanced, allowing details of a registered lost dog to be relayed to neighbours' phones via an automated message in minutes. Advertisement The messages continue to be sent out until 2000 callers are successfully reached. The service costs $300, significantly more than the typical $50 service offered by the RSPCA, which cross checks lost animals registered with the organisation with lists on vet surgeries and council pounds. But with the RSPCA fielding more than 32,000 calls about lost and found pets last year the organisation says the technology will greatly improve the chances of finding a pet. "Anything we can do to get those animals back to their owners much quicker is a step in the right direction," RSPCA spokesman Michael Beatty said. "The fact it is interactive too is great. So somebody who has seen can simply press a number and be patched straight through to the lost and found call centre." The idea for the program came about while ReachTEL were performing market research for the RSPCA. RSPCA Queensland executive director Michael Hornby suggested the organisation could utilise ReachTEL's automated voice services to help track lost pets. ReachTEL agreed and, after successful trials throughout Brisbane, Cairns, Rockhampton and Townsville, the service has been offered to pet owners statewide. The service is a not-for-profit venture offered by ReachTEL, with the $300 fee going towards administrative costs. Since it is not of a commercial nature, phone numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry will be contacted but private numbers will not. Mr Beatty says he expects most call recipients won't feel their privacy is threatened considering the calls are helping to track down a lost pet. While ReachTEL operations manager James Stewart said people would be given the option to opt out during the first call. "People will immediately be presented with an option not to receive calls in the future," he said. RSPCA Queensland's Lost and Found service can be contacted by calling 1300 363 736

How are you and Penny doing this morning Esky?

It's good to see you back Jules...I have missed reading your posts, you are such a good person! Happy Birthday Renae...you don't look 10!

I don't know if this link is any help (and maybe you have contacted them already) http://oxygensolutions.rtrk.com.au/?scid=8407&kw=2353947&pub_cr_id=13557701416

How is the lovely little one this morning Esky?

If they are in capsule form I can only see the quantity available for humans (Adults – Take 1 capsule daily with food or as professionally prescribed. Not suitable for Children under 12 years). is it powder? You could email Nature's Way and ask them, other wise take them yourself...they are high strength so maybe a little hard to measure out a tiny amount from a capsule, or, perhaps, buy some powder or multi Vitamins specifically for dogs. I have put in a link regarding Vit E on Westiemum's topic, post #172 here--> http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/213566-doggie-dementiaccd/page__st__170 Hope this helps a little :-)

What brand is it now rajacadoo?

Hey thanks B, will give it a go. Do you know doggie Vit E dosages by any chance? Thanks tons :) Mac went to see his favourite vet this morning for a 12 monthly check. As part of that we've done bloods so will get the results of that next week. Preventative only - not expecting anything untoward - just think 12 monthly bloods in an almost 13 year old is a good idea so hopefully I can jump on anything he is brewing early. Apart from that he's doing really really well for an old boy. Although a bit distracted by every smell in the dog park last week, he was really spritely and trotted around with his ears and tail up looking very happy - made his mother happy too! I bought this Vit E powder--> http://www.vetnpetdirect.com.au/VPVITE?sc=9&category=260#.UAsjGl634oM I worked it out and it was the best deal..BUT... it would take me around 9 years to use it all as the measurements say 'Dogs/Greyhounds: 50iu or as required', the small end of the scoop holds 220iu (3.5g) which means that a dog should have around 1/4 scoop, BUT, as Westies weigh around 8kg, and according to the weight/dosage rate I worked it out a being about 1 pinch per dog per day. Sooooo, I put some in a little jar for my use and gave the rest to a friend who has miniature horses :laugh: It may be better to just buy a general vitamin and mineral supplement like this one--> http://ovedshorseandpetstore.com.au/Dog-Products/General-Vitamins-Minerals/4234-Aristopet-Multivitamin-Mineral-Tablets-100-s.html Edited as the side of my brain that controls spelling is on Sunday-mode

some good photies in this Courier Mail link http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/braveheart-war-dog-smoky-wins-honour-at-last/story-e6freon6-1226431564832 Courier Mail story by: Lara Lauth Braveheart war dog Smoky wins honour at last Tiny Smoky gets comfy inside a soldier's helmet. Source: Supplied smoky Smoky the wonder dog parachutes in. Source: Supplied SHE may have been tiny, but Smoky the Yorkshire terrier was as brave as any of our soldiers on the frontline during World War II. Rescued from an abandoned foxhole in the middle of a Papua New Guinea jungle, Smoky went on to be a symbol of hope for the fighting men of WWII and their injured mates. Last Friday, the 1.8kg pooch, who was originally purchased from a Queen St pet store in 1943, was posthumously honoured for her military achievements and work as a therapy dog during a special ceremony at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Smoky's owner, US Army Corporal Bill Wynne, now 90, said he was "flabbergasted" when approached by Australian authorities who wanted to award his dog with a medal, 68 years after they first paired up. Their story started when one of his buddies saw "a little golden head" peeking out of a foxhole by a road in the middle of a Papua New Guinea jungle. He gave the misplaced "mutt" to a motorpool soldier, who then sold Smoky to Mr Wynne for two Australian pounds so he had money to buy back into a poker game. Mr Wynne immediately set about teaching Smoky basic obedience skills. Within two days, Smoky could sit, stay, play dead and sing she mastered everything normally taught in a 10-week course and then some, he said. She went everywhere with Bill. She spent 18 months on the front-line. She rode in his backpack, slept in his tent and shared his rations. smoky Smoky sits with his owners in 1954, (from back left) Bob, Marcia, Bill, (in front from left), Joanie (holding Smoky), Donna and Susan. Source: Supplied "In the meantime I kept training. I taught her to walk a tightrope blindfolded, and she could spell out her name with cardboard letters." Mr Wynne said she even learnt how to parachute out of a tree. "My buddy climbed up the tree and dropped her out, and I caught her in a blanket. She came out wagging her tail, so I thought it was ok." It was during a period of convalescence at hospital when Smoky got her first taste of life as a therapy dog. Mr Wynne said his friends brought his dog to the hospital, and the nurses loved her so much they asked if they could take her on rounds. "The dog slept on my bed at hospital for five nights." It was for Smoky's service in Australian hospitals, including the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, that Smoky was awarded her latest medal. Mr Wynne said he only found out where Smoky came from after she passed away and his first owner, a US nurse stationed in Brisbane and Papua New Guinea, saw a tribute article in a local magazine. He was astounded to discover Smoky's first owner lived just three blocks away from his Cleveland home. "Smoky was the thing that really kept me going." Smoky now rests in "45 cal ammo box" beneath a bronze replica (pictured), in a US park near where Mr Wynne now lives.

Hahaha...I see that pup now! Neville probably whacked her for thinking she could put her nose up his bum :laugh:

Yep, don't ever mess with Neville

Hahaha Westiemum, your girl is bossy...so is Penny, she is the fun police, she barks at Mac and Daisy if they do zoomies past her. Usually it is zoomie-time when we come home from the shops. Your Mac is lovely ❤ he looks a very happy boy. If you feed raw you may need to add a smidgen of vitamin E powder to his diet as the fish oil. Penny had arthritis symptoms and I added Vitamin E to her diet and the problem disappeared. There is a topic here--> http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/210570-i-almost-killed-my-dog-by-giving-him-fish-oil-tablets/

No they don't eat the stuff in the can even though it has a picture of their breed on it. .

You are a legend Emma, I despaired for the beautiful Ned and was afraid to look at the topics about him, fearing the worst...but it is such good news instead. I am sure that there are others here that have helped by getting the relevant info to you. They deserve a round of applause! Good onyer all!

Pellitory of the Wall is a help for bladder stones Here is a link http://www.botanical.com/botanical/mgmh/p/pelwal22.html

I am so sorry Owey, sometimes it is impossible to fix things. Have fun over the Bridge little fella

DOL name is Ams---> http://www.dolforums.com.au/user/29490-ams/ Peiradise - Paradise for Rescued Shar Pei ph. 0401 445 641 FB: Peiradise Email: [email protected] Ams is a legend!

Westiemum & Sheridan: How are the old-fellas doin'?

I usually buy a 14kg ($45) box of Ingham brand turkey necks from Capalaba Pet Foods (just 1/2 hr East of Brisbane) O/H bought a box last week 15kg for $45 and they are from Goldfields Turkeys, St Arnaud, Victoria. I went on their site but couldn't see turkey necks but if anyone is interested they may be worth contacting, or, if you get on well with your local petfood shop you could ask them to get some in. There is one downside...the necks are ginormous, I had to split the ends with the axe before I could put them through the mincer. They would be a suitable bone for a big dog, or cut them in 1/2 and they would suit a big and little dog. http://www.goldfieldsturkeys.com.au/

A good sign that kids have worms is when you see them picking their nose and also if they are grizzling more than normal (dunno what the 'normal' grizzling is though :D ) Worm them and and all-of-a-sudden you have your kids back.

In many instances gut-worms are beneficial http://www.dailyfinance.com/2010/05/30/hookworms-a-cheap-treatment-for-autoimmune-diseases/ http://www.npr.org/2010/12/02/131753267/eat-your-worms-the-upside-of-parasites http://abcnews.go.com/Health/WellnessNews/worm-cocktail-treat-intestinal-problems/story?id=12286308

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Whew! I was scared to open this post in case there was bad news, but it is---> SUCH GOOD NEWS! what a relief for everyone. Hope Lexx is OK.

Mine get pats when I come through the gate,(they are usually waiting) then do old-dog zoomies up and down the driveway. They are fine after that...why not try making a fuss of your dog when you get home, he has been without you for a while and would like to feel important when you arrive home. He is happy to see you, why not acknowledge it?

The Natural Pet Store has it http://www.naturalpetstore.com.au/p/81/shop-by-brand/innova/ a bit expensive to send it to Darwin though!