Starkehre

Crates are not play pens. Crating is intented to be quiet time. Excess space encourages play. Excess space encourage toileting. I always tell my customers that when it comes to purchasing a crate, this is certainly one instance in life where bigger is definitely not better. If you want excess space for your dog, then the tool you require is not a crate.

30" Most of my customers purchase my 22.5" for their Beagles, but there would be no issues with a 30". Your dog will not require anymore than 30". However, if you are the type of person that wishes to see your dog as an adult having a bit of extra space, then that is entirely your decision.

Thinking of you Jed. Hoping you are in good spirits and the rebuilding and healing of your wounds and soul is all progressing. Hugs to you and yours.

I have always (up until only a few years ago) been a passionate horse breeder, lover, trainer and rider. I have no problems feeding my dogs horse meat. I am also aware that many pet meat suppliers sell horse meat as their beef... I can usually tell. The texture, color of the fat and smell is different, but it does not bother me at all.

I'm sorry kelpiegirl10, I mean no disrespect but I do not agree with that statement. There are many situations where I do not believe that animals deserve a second chance, it may or not be the dogs fault that their first chance at life was bad but there are certainly situations that do not warrant second chances. No matter how much we want to help animals, or how much we love them rehabilitation for some issues just doesn't work unless you are highly experienced or knowledgable. While I believe that condemning a dog to be PTS with what has been written seems harsh (and may be premature) we are talking about a fear reactive, young working dog that the breeder of the dog has even wiped their own hands of. Is it the dogs fault - no, can the dog be rehabilitated - possibly in the right home/situation. The horrid reality is that the right home for this dog would be very difficult to find and the one that suffers in the meantime is the animal. living a life based in a fearful state is not something that I would be comfortable with, there comes a time where quality of life is more important than life itself. I love my animals, they are my world and most of them are rescues but I have to consider what is best for them, not for me when I make important decisions and if I have to make a difficult one then I have to live with it. +1 +2

Probably should not be assuming, but my guess is if your friend was compelled to make contact from an ad listing a dog as "free", then it is most likely to be possible that she is not willing or cannot afford to spend hundreds of dollars or more rehabilitating and training this pup... let alone the absolute mammoth task and time involved. Not being judgemental as such, but if that is how it is, then that is how it is. I am not at all prepared to flame your friend or call her names. She is similar to possible the majority of well intentioned members of the public. She just did not know any better. She does now, which is a good thing. IMO, this poor pup should not be allowd to spend another minute terrified, which clearly it is by the sounds of your description Danielle. You have done the best you can. Your friend has made a mistake, she knows it. The most responsible thing she can do now is to own her mistake and learn from it. Take the poor pup to the vet and have it euthed. I would gather this will be a huge turning point for your friend from a place of little knowledge and experience in this area to one of wisdom and growth. As awful and sad as this whole situation (and that breeder needs a good slapping), there can be a positive found in it. Your friend can step up to the plate and do the right thing, and end this poor pup's further suffering. And in future she will hold herself to a higher standard. Well done for being helpful and supportive with your friend. Please let us know how it goes.

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Hey SecretKei, are you considering getting your new puppy soon? ... and will it be a Mal, as I know you want one Kei would LOVE to have a new puppy play mate Added to my previous post, I am very lucky in that I work from home, so juggling dogs etc is not too difficult for me. If my entire male becomes very noisy and ridiculously anxious when puppy grows up and comes into season, he will either be boarded or if we are not showing him at the time we may consider suprelorin.

I have owned entire bitches for many years, and always had other dogs at the same time that were either also entire bitches or neutered dogs. My dogs have always run together and we do not kennels/runs etc. When my bitches were in season they were either outside or inside with a bitch panty on. Dynamics or aggressions have never been an issue here whether anyone was in season or not. I would crate a bitch in season over night in the house, just to give her relief from the panties. So for me, the season thing was only a cleanliness issue and nothing else. I have high fences and have never had any problems with other dogs jumping in and any of mine jumping out. Currently we have a desexed bitch and an entire male and are getting a new puppy bitch soon that will be remaining entire. So this will be a new thing for us, but I am not concerned. We will keep them separate when she comes into season juggling crates.

I was thinking the same thing Rakaaz ... and you are so close.

Hi esky, I might be able to help. Please pm me the details, and we can discuss it further. I am not far from Frankston.

Morning Jed. Great to hear that the majority of your grafts are coming along so well. I hope the other one along your arms soon begins healing better. Must be frustrating for you. Your hair will grow in no time That is very special that you have kept Phoenix. I imagine in years to come Phoenis will become your very special friend as you endured so much together. Jed, this morning I am off to go and visit my new puppy again, for the third time. She is only 3.5 weeks old, and I don't know which one I will be taking home yet, but I love goin to see them for cuddles, photos etc. I am very excited. The breeder is wonderful, just as I know you are towards your puppy people and the way you conduct your breeding ethics. I truly hope you get your breeding program up and running again when you are ready. It would such a shame for the dog world to lose a wonderful breeder like you. Have a good day Jed. I am glad going back through the cards gave you some happiness again. Take care

Absolutely possible. The dog may or may not ever get to the point where you would feel comfortable leaving them together unsupervised, but it would be sensible not to risk it anyway. It would be wise to keep in mind that dogs that are very prey driven by cats can and often do become used to and fine with cats they know and are a part of their own household with training and exposure, but with strange cats, everything reverts back to the original behaviour. Good luck with it.

Totally agreed with Nek, SecretKei and FH. I wouldn't do it before 18 months if at all. Correct development is crucial to the life of your dog. Young desexing alters the integrity of natural development and inhibits ckrrect growth.

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Hi, just checking, I am assuming the have the correct teat for your lamb. I have yet to see one survive with the incorrect teat. Good luck with the little un. :rolleyes:

Sounds like you will be fine :rolleyes: Like others, I don't think you are asking for trouble, provided you have plenty of energy, training smarts (kids and dogs) and a strong, assertive personality to implement discipline and stick with your plans.

Hi Jed, just letting you know... not a day goes by that I do not think of you and imagine your plight. You are doing a grand job, with what is a mammoth task. So much for you to contend with. Hang in there Jed. Each day brings you a step closer to days of wellness, happiness and joyous times with your animals.

Thank you everyone. And a huge congrats to others: Ness, wow, that is amazing, well done. You must be thrilled. Nice work Allerzeit with Enya. Those tough times with our dogs make the special moments all that more special don't they?! Kenzie, great work. Biker girl, Dyzney has her Aust Ch Title, ET, 4 Agility Titles, 3 Herding Titles, and 2 Obedience Titles.

Thank you superminty. Yes, we are thrilled at our girl's achievement.

Speedy recover to you Fifi.

Hi Jules. You must be very frustrated. I understand totally. When I lived on acreage I had a big separate yard around my house, but it only had a fairly low (around 3'6" chicken wire mesh fence. One of my dogs would always jump this to go and see what other fun stuff was going on on our property. I put a hot wire along the top rail and also another one as a stand off about 2' high, and never had the problem again. Just kept them right away from the fence. I get that your shrubs might make it tricky, but you could probably just do another fence inside that section with some star pickets and hot wire, and it won't be ridiculously expensive. good luck with it.

Hi guys, I don't enjoy doing the brag thing , but have been poked and prodded by a few of my Rotti friends to do this ... My girl Dyzney achieved her HSAs Title last weekend, and in doing so became the first/only Rottweiler in Australia to hold this or any other trialing level herding title. We are very proud of her, and this now brings her ANKC title tally to 11.

Hope all is OK. I must admit, I was visualising "huge" as being like a puddle. Being that size, there is less chance of it being vomit, which is a good sign. Do you have any entire bitches?

Thanks ness, appreciate that.