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I've been in the same position as you are now, and I'm so sorry Such heartbreak to have your hopes and dreams dashed. My bitch went on to have 2 health pups next season so wish you lots of success for next time

I've got an unopened tub of Biolac that needs to be used by Dec 2010. I like to have it on hand for litters but didn't need it this time. No litters planned here for the moment so it will go to waste No idea how much I paid for it but happy to accept offers Please PM me

They're fantastic - my dogs go bananas for them The tuna fudge is soft and would be ideal in this situation

This has been discussed a bit on GSD forums - apparently there have been a few breeders who have had puppy buyers call them in tears when the vet has seen them for vaccinations and told them they need to have JPS done. If the pup is a bit loose in its hocks or just because its a GSD, the vet says they're going to get HD and quick, do the op while they can.

Sherel Money from Kylain is the Vic distributer http://www.kylainknls.com/food.htm

Protexin is great but make sure you check with your vet that he's ok to go onto it first

Other - Great Barko and Royal Canin

Build your cat a cat run for when he's not in the house - then he'll always be safe and secure

I don't want to argue. My point was that she is typical. She isn't exaggerated (and you might note that a stacked photo was later posted) and she is a successful show bitch - people aren't breeding for and judges aren't putting up 'roach backs' as a good thing. She is typical of her breeding and what I feel, typical of showlines in Australia currently. She has perfect hips and elbows and runs 5kms with the bike daily. No health problems. She's not your cup of tea, but how can you argue that she's unsound because she's showline? Another thing to think about is roach backs as a stage of development or due to injury. I showed a baby puppy that i bred a few months ago under vet and GSD specialist Karen Hedberg. Karen said during her critique of my pup on the pegs (in last place) that her back was roachy, and contrary to popular belief, that it was most often caused by something being 'out' and/or pain. She suggested taking the pup to a physio or chiro, which I did and you wouldn't believe the change in her

She's usually critiqued as 'medium strong' so I think she's pretty standard - the 2nd photo was after a bath so she's a bit puffier than usual. She's about 25/26kg

Great news that he's learning quickly and your family is enjoying him :rolleyes: Looking at his pics and your comment that he's 40kgs, another trick he needs to learn is healthy eating! He could certainly do with losing some kgs. In fact, looking at the thread you posted when you joined DOL, he's put on a lot of weigh in a month or so by the looks of things - he was a great weight in this pic http://www.dolforums.com.au/index.php?s=&a...t&p=4764978 Remember you're putting extra stress and strain on his joints by having him carry the extra weight - he should be lean and fit

You're entitled to your opinion of course I think your dobes are spectacular but I've seen several, particularly overseas dogs who look so heavy and out of proportion, with massive chests - there are good and bad in all breeds I think, and breeders who put emphasis on different things. That photo just a happy snap that I took today, so it doesn't show her well - only posted it to prove a point. She has her weight forward ready to leap at me and that could be why she appears cow hocked. Being twisted towards the camera doesn't help show her balance either Same dog

My showline dog, who's had quite a successful show career I might add - check out her roachy back!

To me that look says 'uncertain' - ears look held back, tail is up.

GSD puppies are done at 7 weeks with no anaesthetic - just a quick cry and they're fine. They have a sleep and by the time they wake up, its a distance memory Oooh ouch, really? Poor babies! Its lucky babies are so forgiving!! I always feel after a vaccination, huge microchip needle and tattoo (usually within a week of each other) they should hate me, but I do try to make up for it with lots of cuddles!!

GSD puppies are done at 7 weeks with no anaesthetic - just a quick cry and they're fine. They have a sleep and by the time they wake up, its a distance memory

I've raised my last few litters on Royal Canin GSD Junior and found it really good - they grow slowly and steadily, with nice coats, good poop etc. My next preference would be the Advance large breed growth. You might be able to find chicken mince that is minced whole carcasses (won't be human grade obviously), which would be fine - otherwise as Poodlefan sugested, meat on the bone only

Just speaking from my experience with SRMA (and I obviously don't know if this is what your dog has), the second time my dog had it, I couldn't tell for weeks if he was sick or just growing up - he was happy enough but not the full on, over the top dog I was used to. He was eating and playing but just seemed to have a dull edge to him. It wasn't until he went back on the cortisone (after seeing the vet) that I couild tell that he hadn't been feeling the best. It was a big contrast to the first time he got sick, where he was definitely miserable.

Can you call and speak to your vet about your concerns and what is a fair time to let the antibiotics work?

So sorry to hear about Riley

It could still fit meningitis too though ;) "Symptoms of SRMA The problem usually develops in young adults. Signs include fever, stiff neck, hyper-reactivity to touch, and reduced mobility due to marked stiffness" http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Dog-Health-Cen...gitis/SRMA.aspx

I've experienced steriod responsive meningitis in one of my GSDs - he had similar symptoms to your dog and was about 15 months old. One morning out of the blue he was very unhappy, just dull and not interested in anything, Refused his breakfast and was just lying around. The vet said he had a high temperature and presribed antibiotics, but I took him back the next day as he was no better. The vet then tested his neck, which was stiff and sore and we started on a high dose of cortisone which tapererd down over many months. He was much brighter by the next day and continued to improve. He had a flare up a year later but has now been completely off the cortisone for months, he's healthy and happy

It can depend. Some 'show' lines with imported or higher drive dogs can still have a decent amount of prey drive, you just wont see it pop up as often or at all in some litters.

That bit cracked me up! "Oh now that I know Snowy doesn't have any pitbull, I know when my sons friends visit she won't turn aggressive"

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