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I'd do bloods and start on the antibiotics but would hold off anything else. Bloods will show if there is anything "off" and the AB's could fix it. But go to your regular vet for these things. ER vets can be very expensive.

4:1 is not bad if it was 12:1 I would be more concerned. Also hip problems can also be influenced by rearing practices. Dysplasia is not purely inherited or genetic. I think 4 grand for a pup is outlandish!

Now is the right time. Large breed dog who is old and has had problems with mobility for 6 years. Eating is not always a sign they are happy. Dogs live in the here and now, they don't think oh tomorrow might be better, all they know is now and they rely on us to make decisions that is in their best interest. It is a very hard decision to make but at all times the welfare of the dog must take priority. It will hurt you unbelievably but it will hurt more if you let your dog suffer. Dog people have a saying, better too early then too late. You have been lucky to get a large breed to 13 and he has been lucky to have you taking care of his needs so well. You have loved each other greatly, that is obvious, but it's time to left him go.

https://www.dogstardaily.com/ I send this link to my puppy buyers

When I had German Shepherds I only had bitches and I never had a moments worry with them. Over many years I had several different pairings. I think the oldest was around 7 or 8 when I introduced the next pup. Only ever had two GSD's at a time but also had a smaller crossbred bitch for many years so 3 bitches together. The main problem with bitches is, from what I have seen and read, is if they do decide to take a dislike to one another then it's for life.

I would be asking your vet some very serious questions re the health issues Kane had and the chances a full sibling ( I am assuming ) will present with the same. Not so much the bowel obstruction but the skin problems. When would the next litter be?

They are Hungarian Vizsla's https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/community/hungarian-vizsla.asp

Love is love Nikki. Don't be ashamed. You have been robbed of years with Kane. It isn't fair. Anytime I have lost a pet sooner then expected the grief has always seemed to have a bit more of a bite. Have a doona day or two or three or whatever you need. Take care of yourself. Eat well. Cry hard. You will learn to live with the pain and it will ease, but it all takes time.

I am so so sorry. Kane was lucky to have you as his Mum. Flying with the angels now.

Albury has a good obedience club. https://www.facebook.com/Albury-Border-Kennel-Club-Inc-262785393804640/ There is a search/track club in Wodonga, https://www.facebook.com/Wodonga-Track-and-Search-Trial-608720519297957/

Humping could also be a stress release.

Vet could give her an injection of female hormone possibly. I had a female cat who was quite nasty and she had a couple of shots some years apart. I also know of a colt who was way too colty and had a shot. He was a thoroughbred yearling to go to the sales so not for gelding. Both of these were many years ago. I'm sure there are other ways to manage it.

Normal to be nervous. Just stick to questions re the pup and the health tests. Don't ask about the bitch cause, in the end, it's nothing to do with you. And I mean that in the nicest possible way as it reads a bit harsh.

couple of links to read https://dogsvictoria.org.au/members/knowledge-centre/the-law-and-you.html http://agriculture.vic.gov.au/pets/domestic-animal-businesses/breeding-and-rearing-businesses/code-of-practice-for-the-operation-of-breeding-and-rearing-businesses

I would be wary of a blue staffy that has two blue parents. The health problems that have been posted here are numerous. Of course there may be nothing wrong with your pup but it is a gamble but so are most things I'd be looking at a state clubs site and see what health tests are recommended for the breed and then check that the parents of the litter have had such tests and their results. I would also expect to get copies of these when you pick up the pup. I've never done puppy packs so I wouldn't hold that against any breeder but I also never took deposits. Make sure you get a receipt and a full description of which pup is yours and also what happens if either party change their mind or pup is no longer suitable for sale. I think the full price is reasonable. As for future breeding then I suggest you show your dog and see if it meets the standard of the breed and get all health tests done. You and hubby will need to be members of DogsSA and pup needs full rego papers. Also be prepared to lose your bitch ( if that's what you are getting ) during whelping etc. It's not always plain sailing. Keep in mind that there are a multitude of staffies and crosses and while you might do the right thing will your potential puppy buyers? Lots for you to think about. Good luck.

Sh!t happens. Pups are often lost, either still born or in the early days after being born. I've had one put down at birth and one at 7 days due to health problems, different litters. Depending on the breed I'd be wanting to see original health testing certificates ( parents and sometimes the pups i.e hearing tests, I think hearing tests for breeds like cattledogs and dalmations are done at 6 weeks of age) and expect to get a copy when I picked up the pup. I'm a little bit more concerned that the bitch has had her 5th litter, hope they are not going to breed her anymore.

I would be taking him to the vet now and take a poo sample as well to check for worms. Your talking about another 2 - 3 weeks before he sees a vet yet you are concerned enough to seek advice here. Was he also desexed or do you have a contract for later desexing? Just curious, it wouldn't have any bearing on his weight now unless he had a hard time of it.

ANKC don't really deal with day to day issues, they are not set up that way. I'd be going back to Dogs QLD and asking for clarification and an actual contact person and email/phone number if they try and send you back to the ANKC.

Welcome to DOL. Ares should be getting a minimum of 3 feeds a day IMO. My experience with a "runt" puppy was by 10/12 weeks of age you couldn't tell the difference. I would have thought since Ares was fostered from 5 weeks of age, as long as the foster carer knew what they were doing, there should be no long lasting effect on him. However he may have an underlying health problem which has not yet made itself known. I also don't think 300 grams is anywhere near enough food for a large breed puppy. My breed, where the males get up around 36 plus kilos fully grown, 300 grams would be breakfast at 12 weeks of age. Is he skinny? Coat in good condition? When was he last wormed? I'd be taking him to my own vet for a check up asap. I'd also consider adding in some dry food unless you can get in touch with a rottie breeder who also feeds raw to guide you in the correct way to feed what should be a large dog. Large dogs are harder to raise correctly on a totally raw diet. Hope some of this helps

I will be interested to see if you find something sandgrubber. Two of my greyhounds are supposed to be carriers of black skin disease but I have never heard of a Grey with it only toy dogs. Also when Opal was so sick last year and there was one disease mentioned and when I contacted the testing lab, they said they did not have a test for Greyhounds but could use another sighthound test on her ( from memory I think it was Borzoi but not 100% on that ). I think, if they have a test available, then it is used on most breeds whether they have ever had a case of it or not. One of the colour tests for Greyhound was brown, they don't come in brown.

was it the vet's opinion the worms caused the diarrhoea and vomiting? Or was it two separate issues. There are state government laws re sale of pups in Victoria who ever you got the pup from. I will try and find them later as have a bit on today. Hope your little girl is doing better today.

Nothing wrong with feeding Supercoat. Personally I think there is a lot of marketing of the more expensive dry food along the lines of " you are a bad owner if you feed the cheaper foods so don't be a bad owner, feed our food and be a good owner! " type stuff. If your dog had a medical condition and needed a specialty food, that's different.

is this the first time a heart murmur has been picked up? I had a pup with it at the 12 week check, it was gone by 16 weeks. It wasn't graded. Dog is now 11 and 1/2.

have you tried leaving a large raw bone, like a marrow bone in the yard for him to chew on? Or maybe get a kong and stuff it with a meal so he has to work to get it out. In the mean time pick up what is most precious to you and relocate it. Puppies are destructive, they like to try their teeth out on things. Could you get a load of sand and put it up the back? Encourage pup to dig up there by planting toys for him to find. He actually sounds pretty good that you can leave him outside without making a fuss about you not being there. That bodes well for when you return to work. But yes you do need to puppy proof the yard a bit. My puppies have always loved empty plastic milk bottles to toss around and yes empty plastic pots. My backyard is for the dogs and if I want a tree or something in there I usually fence it off until it's mature. I've never had potted plants. Maybe you could group them together and fence them off. Swap the toys around each day as well, saves them getting bored with them. I know it's hard with Covid but have you looked into puppy school? A lot of vets have them, they could help you with your questions. What about the person you got your pup from, can they give you advice? It's often easier face to face to explain things.

welcome to puppy hood! Yep, most pups will dig holes, drag pot plants around, pull washing off the line etc If they didn't get up to some mischief I would be worried they were ill. Honestly he sounds like a very normal, happy healthy pup.