Bullbreedlover

About 4 weeks ago our Beautiful heart girl Morgan developed a nasty looking lump on her top lip. After applying cream and then taking her to the vet for a strong course of antibiotics(hoping it was going to be a bacterial infection) it is not looking good. It is quite yukky and nasty looking and certainly hasnt got any better. So she is in the vets on Monday to have an op for it to be removed. Sadly because of the size of it(although it is not THAT big) a good part of the side of her top lip is going to have to be removed as well. So she is going to be a bit "lip (lop) sided" as such It is not just a case of removing a lump from her body area. I am sure she is going to be fine. I know she is going to be fine. It is me that is going to be a worry wart. I thought it was maybe a spider bite, or something else but it is not. After losing our beautiful Alex 6 months ago to lymphoma I am sure she has some good life left in her yet and this is just a spanner stuck in her works, but it looks very nasty. Morgan is such a tough old bitch. Hugs needed. I want to stay and watch the op but I have to go to work cause we need the money. We have pet insurance for her but have to pay for the op first which is going to cripple us for a week or two until the insurance pays out but we will be fine. The vet gave me a quote which is a good price, but I would still prefer to be there. Its quite strange cause where she has the lump is an area of her mouth that lost black pigmentation quite awhile ago. And she has another area which went the same way, but hasnt developed into anything. Here is our beautiful girl. Not the best show dog in the world but she is the best Bullmastiff in our eyes.

so they can get points then, I thought they couldn't or have I got it all wrong can't get points!!! then they aren't equal to the other dogs No they cant get points, but that doesnt mean to say they are inferior to the dogs which are eligible for points. It means that current regulations say they cant get points based on their age

They certainly can. Our baby took out Best of Non Sporting group and then won Reserve Best in Show. But then she was a stunning baby and went on to be one of the most awarded Bulldog bitches in NZ in her time. Some babies hate the show ring LOL and people still drag them out and then some just love it

Without type a dog is merely a dog. Type is what best describes a breed. Could you elaborate on this? I don't quite understand the meaning of "type" For example I think most people can see the difference between show and working line breeds eg. GSDs, Labs, Setters etc but both "types" can easily be identified as the correct breed. But why is only one "type" rewarded in the show ring? As another example, my pet labrador is hardly a potential show winner, yet most people correctly identify her as a labrador. Are you saying she is "merely a dog" and not a "labrador retriever" because she lacks (show-winning) type? Hi aussielover Not ignoring you but have just been busy. Type is what best describes a breed. Here is a paragraph or two from a great book. Just as we do today, dog owners gathered with their dogs to discuss type: and quite often someone particularly familiar with the dogs duties as well as the dogs themselves would be called upon to decide which dog present appeared best suited to perform its appointed work. Today the dog which most closely resembles its standard both in disposition and appearance is the most typical of a certain kind of dog developed for a particular purpose:it has type.Frm this point of view, the Bulldogs roll is as sound as the Shepherds driving walk:the bent legs of the Pekingese are also as sound as the straight forelegs of the Fox Terrier. For without these various physical and mental conformations, each breed could not fulfill its varied services for mankind. The Bulldog world downunder in NZ has just been thrown into a bit of turmoil. Ethics ethics ethics. So sad Further to that aussielover. I am not saying that your dog is lacking in type. There are different types of dogs which get awarded in the show ring. Your lab will have characteristics pertaining to the labrador breed, even though she may or may not win in the ring. We had an Australian Kelpie who was first and foremost a working dog. Completely different type to the working line over here, and in my opinion he actually was a more typey dog to the standard because his characteristics were more true. He had the brush tail, he had a ruff and he excelled in the show ring and in the paddock

Without type a dog is merely a dog. Type is what best describes a breed. Could you elaborate on this? I don't quite understand the meaning of "type" For example I think most people can see the difference between show and working line breeds eg. GSDs, Labs, Setters etc but both "types" can easily be identified as the correct breed. But why is only one "type" rewarded in the show ring? As another example, my pet labrador is hardly a potential show winner, yet most people correctly identify her as a labrador. Are you saying she is "merely a dog" and not a "labrador retriever" because she lacks (show-winning) type? Hi aussielover Not ignoring you but have just been busy. Type is what best describes a breed. Here is a paragraph or two from a great book. Just as we do today, dog owners gathered with their dogs to discuss type: and quite often someone particularly familiar with the dogs duties as well as the dogs themselves would be called upon to decide which dog present appeared best suited to perform its appointed work. Today the dog which most closely resembles its standard both in disposition and appearance is the most typical of a certain kind of dog developed for a particular purpose:it has type.Frm this point of view, the Bulldogs roll is as sound as the Shepherds driving walk:the bent legs of the Pekingese are also as sound as the straight forelegs of the Fox Terrier. For without these various physical and mental conformations, each breed could not fulfill its varied services for mankind. The Bulldog world downunder in NZ has just been thrown into a bit of turmoil. Ethics ethics ethics. So sad

That would of been awesome. And that is what it is all about. Judging and placing a specimen of the breed that excells even though it is only a baby. We all strive to improve our stock and if a baby is good enough to win on the day then good on it.

Like Sandra777, we know the two systems. Been there done that. And to be very honest I prefer that the baby puppy is eligible to come into the lne up for Best dog/bitch. It should never ever be a cop out for a judge to simply put up a baby because they thought the other dogs in the ring were horrible and if they can justify their decision then that is all good. In judging I have refused challenges. I have no problem in doing so and would always justify my decision. ALot of judges do take time with babies and rightly so. I have paid my money to be judged so why shouldnt we be up there with the big guys. If babies get tired easily then why show them as a baby? Another run in the ring is nothing. To be honest I love to see babies in the line up. Especially when they are beautiful examples of their breed. So they are not mature? Neither are the minors, puppies or even juniors. They still get a CC from the judge if awarded.That shouldnt have anything to do with it. The fact that they are not eligible for a challenge because of their age doesnt mean they are rfused one. That is a totally different story. We have had a 5 month old baby British Bulldog go right through to win Best of Group and Reserve Best in Show at an All Breeds show back in NZ. Did we tire her out? Heck no. She was up there with the best of them for the whole day. Did we create a stir. Oh heck yeah. But she was eligible and she went right through. I guess it is up to the exhibitor whether or not they show, but it would be nice to be able to be in the line up if you have a beautiful baby. People may think differently if the try the system.

Llemmegs Mr Mojo Rising Our beautiful boy turns 6 months old at the end of 2011. He has his own photo thread in photos photos photos. Did well at his show tonight. Baby puppy of breed. Judge had a good look at him for Baby of group. Of course he has our lines in his pedigree and what a beautiful pedigree it is. He is oozing charisma and is damn handsome.

The UK breed standard was changed a few years ago and healthier dogs are out there and winning and they can run around a ring and even do agility (maybe not fast enough to be competitive, but they can get around a course without collapsing!) The healthy dogs were already out there before the KC bowed down to pressure and changed the Standard. But of course in order to be seen to be doing the right thing in the "public's" eye , they said changes had to be made. As in any breed you get healthy dogs and unhealthy ones. The breeders did have input. They didnt want change. There was no need for change. The KC implemented the sutle changes as a knee jerk reaction. At the end of the day, the breeders opinions were passed over by the KC. In their eyes one must be seen to be doing the right thing, because animal rights do-gooders and the Press ultimately have the last word. In regards to the changes, it comes down to once again, interpretating the Standard. ANKC have agreed to not make these changes. But yes, breeders MUST continue to breed healthy dogs. But not lose sight of breed type.

One would hope so. As a Bulldog owner/breeder/show person (for 31 years) and judge (for 12 years), typey sound healthy dogs should be foremost on any persons breeding programme. Without type a dog is merely a dog. Type is what best describes a breed. Interpretation of the standard is a huge problem that many people have. How can one breeder have different views than another in regards to how their Bulldog should look? I cant answer that question because I am not the other breeder. I know what my ideal or near ideal Bulldog should look like. Many many breeders are out there to make a quick buck. I make no apologies for that remark. It is true. They have no regard for health issues, they have no idea what they are doing when they breed their bitch to someones dog down the road, yet they think they know it all. It is these people who are doing the breed so much harm. Sadly it is the true loyal breeders who have to pick up the pieces later when things go wrong. What more do you want me to say? Thankfully there are some great breeders out there who care about preserving the breed, Articles like this only fuel the fire of the do-gooders who think that dog shows shouldnt exist and any unhealthy dog must mean that all dogs of that breed must be unhealthy. One day they may look at the human race and pick that to pieces as they should be doing already.

We had another brown come through the house area of the yard last week. Hubby had just hosed the Bullmastiffs down before putting them away in their inside runs and we presume it had come out of the next door neighbours yard behind our garage. The snake was very fortunate as hubby didnt get to the required relocation tools ;) in time before it buggered off out to the other side of our section.

No. The article is not untrue. The Bulldog is a man made breed. There is no disputing that. I am just sick of hearing about articles like this. The Bulldog got saved back in 1859 when Dog shows first commenced after Bullbaiting got abolished.

Actually everything in the article has been thrown about for years and years. Nothing new, nothing different. It is just another witch hunt for a beautiful breed. I must congratulate ANKC and NZKC though for not changing the standard as such.

OK so currently in Australia, baby puppies do not enter the Best Dog or Best Bitch line up. Has it ever been this way.( Have only been in Australia for nearly 5 years so I am not sure). I fully realise that Baby puppies should not be awarded a challenge certificate, but should they be allowed in the line up for a challenge yet just be classed as "not eligible" if they are awarded Best Dog or Best Bitch.Still also compete for Best of Breed and further on. Let me explain further. Baby puppies at shows can be and are prime examples of their breed even though they may only be 4, 5 or just under 6 months of age. Lets not forget you are judging them on the day. Why shouldnt they be eligible to compete against the older dogs and bitches for an award of Best of Breed. An award of not eligible for a challenge is completely different to being non awarded a challenge. This show regulation has been in force in NZ for many years. Why wouldnt it work here? Why cant a Baby puppy be awarded Best Dog?Bitch and or Best or Reserve of Breed and go further in the show, than just baby puppy in Show. Why do many clubs(not all) charge the same fee for a Baby puppy class as they do a regular eligible class, when baby puppies here dont go any further. Is this fair. What do people think about baby puppies being awarded a Best Dog/bitch or even further awards at shows. Please lets have a civil adult discussion about this. I know babies should be babies and it is up to each exhibitor as to whether or not they enter but I seriously think baby puppies are not getting a fair deal here.

What antibiotics was the bitch put on? Hope the babies pull through.

I didnt say that she did have mastitis. I was mentioning one way to check. And mastitis in the first instance may not show up to the untrained eye. And in many cases if the pups are not well it can be because of something that mum is passing on to them

Yep definitely possible for AP Antibiotics are normal for c sections(I am sure I read the bitch had a c section)

One way to see if a bitch has mastitis, if unsure by just looking at it(well it works in cows, mastitis is mastitis) is to express some milk into a clean container. Add a small amount of dishwashing liquid to the milk and swish this around. If the milk starts turning lumpy in the container she has mastitis. Sometimes mastitis may not show clinical signs as such. I would advise taking the pups off mum completely. Boiled water will suffice for a feed. Are you burping the puppies(not just holding them upright) but actually helping them to burp. What are their toilets like? If there is any problem with her milk then I would recommend a suitable formula

Absolutely devastating news. That is so so sad. So awful. Rest in peace doggies. The ships crew should never of moved the car. When I travelled on the ferry between the North and South Islands with our top winning Bulldog, I informed the Captain when we boarded with the car, that I had a dog on board(as did many as we were going to a big show down south) He let me check the dog every half an hour, which was absolutely awesome. As it is a secure area the crew down below were advised and it wasnt a problem. Poor poor doggies. On my way back I stayed with friends who had Frenchies and I offered to take one of their dogs back with me as he was going up to the North Island to be shown. They had organised him to travel with someone else(not doggie people) the week after, so we left it at that. The Frenchie never arrived alive in the North Island. Sadly he died from heat exhaustion on the trip up.

I have heard of a case back in NZ but that was quite awhile ago Here is some info I copied and pasted although I am sure google has been working overtime with your friend. The best of luck. How old is the puppy? Do you think it may of contracted it by eating raw meat or possible transmission from the bitch? Neosporosis treatment for dogs Unfortunately, the knowledge of Neosporosis in dogs and other animals is very limited. Many vets have however successfully used Clindamycin, Sulfadiazine, and Pyrimethamine to treat Neosporosis. In some situations, a combination of these compounds will be necessary. If the Neosporosis has reached the stage where the do experiences muscle contracture or rapidly advancing paralysis, the available Neosporosis treatments are not very efficient. Adult dogs and puppies that has reached an age of 16 weeks are known to respond better to Neosporosis treatment than young puppies. Neosporosis prevention Infected bitches can transmit Neosporosis to her pups via the placenta and should therefore not be used for breeding. There is no known medication capable of preventing a bitch from transmitting Neosporosis if she is used for breeding. In order to prevent serious Neosporosis, all dogs should be treated as soon as a vet has diagnosed Neosporosis in one of the litter mates. Raw meet can contain Neospora caninum – especially beef. There is unfortunately no vaccine against Neospora caninum and Neosporosis.

It was too warm to lie on his bed so he biffed that out of the way. Thats better!

So sorry to hear this sad news Sway. RIP Willow

X 2 Great stuff D O L.

Most do. but some dont.Personal preference I guess. I love the look of the collars and leads but heck there are some out of control Staffords that need checking.