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If they are on the "banned" list, how can there be so many for sale in Australia....if this site/link is legit ?? http://albany-wa.australialisted.com/animals/press-dogo-agentino-puppies-ready-for-sale_17455117.html This was one of at least 5 ads I sw I came across this when I googled the breed to see what they actually looked like after reading this thread. The scarey part is how "cheap" they are....$450 Nice looking dogs though and agree'd, they look much nicer with natural ears.

Oh no that's so sad for all concerned. Maybe you could ask if you could put this message on the NSW BB Club's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheBritishBulldogClubOfNswInc I hope you find her and I hope that your friend pulls through and that Dan and he can be reunited again.

OMG.... who ever was videoing that did an amazing job, because I would not have been able to hold the camera steady, as I would have been pmsl at that. That is just gold !!!

Some big home truths re having the right frame of mind can make all the difference It's been a while since my last show outing but hopefully I'll be back in the ring again soon and can put the great tips into practice. Congrats to all of you above who have "converted" and reaped the rewards....well done !!!!

I have two of those breeds, being the French & British Bulldogs, but I have to confess to only having had "one" litter of Frenchy's in four years and am yet to have a litter of BB's, much to my disgust in getting it "just right" lol. I'm not surprised when I read my May Gazette the other day, only to see that the litter registrations for French Bulldogs in January was a whopping 22 litters !!!, higher than Labs, Staffy's German Shepherds, Border Collies etc - I had to go a count them all for myself I must get at least 3 or 4 emails per weeks asking if I have any French Bulldog pups available. I haven't had any for BB's but then I don't have a separate breeder listing for them on DOL so that might have something to do with it lol Way to go Troy, these are a living, breathing animal that feel sadness, pain and emotions just like we do....not some status symbol that's currently in vogue, only to find itself on the "that's so 5 minutes ago" pile when the next fad arrives .

Having used Jet Pets on numerous occasions, I have to say that I'm more than happy to recommend them. They work with you every step of the way and communication has never been a issue during the trip. I'm located near Orange and have sent & received Frenchie pups to Nth Qld and received our Iggy from SA with zero hiccups. It can't hurt to give them a call to see whats involved etc :)

I thought I'd have a go at this This is one of my gorgeous Iggy "Nino", enjoying the warm afternoon sunshine a couple of weeks ago.

OMG I'm so sorry to be reading this RIP Willow (((hugs))) to all involved

OMG I hope you find her safe & sound ASAP SwaY

This thread caught my eye and I felt the urge to add my "two bob's" worth :D The current pricing for this wonderful breed has increased but then I think you'll find most breeds prices have increased recently. It would be interesting to have a table of breeds with their current prices to compare Frenchies with. Three years ago when I was looking for a Frenchie there were hardly any litters on DOL and the price for puppies was around $2500. A year later when we were looking for another, the price had increased to $3000 with some up to $4000 along with an increase in litters available on DOL. Having said that, 8 to 10 years ago they were around the $1250 - $1500. They are a popular breed so the demand is there atm. If someone is prepared to spend this amount for a dog (what ever the breed), then one would think they would really look after and treasure their new family member.....I know I do

Great topic For what it's worth, I feel we as breeders can put alot of potential "new exhibitors" off by putting them through the third degree when they enquire about obtaining a puppy to show. I know that we have a duty of care to make sure our precious puppies go to suitable homes, but when breeders refuse to sell puppy's on the main register it can make obtaining a puppy to show "all too hard". Again, with the animosity amongst breeders for what ever reason, can also make potential "newcomers" think twice about getting involved in our hobby when they're told "don't buy from so & so, they have crap dogs" etc etc. I've met some great people whilst showing but of course I've also had my share of rude and arrogant people. They need to realise that we're not competing for "sheep stations", and that their dogs will get beaten sometimes. Thats what keeps it interesting, if the same dog won everytime you wouldn't bother wasting your precious time & money competing. If you can't accept being beaten from time to time, then maybe this isn't the hobby for you. Another thing thats lacking sometimes is good sportsmanship. If you get beaten, accept that decision with good grace and congratulate the winners....it doesn't cost anything to do that. I was at a show last weekend, where other exhibitors thought that they'd give me "their opinion" on my dogs. They didn't comment on the dogs good attributes, but told me everything that was "wrong" with my dogs. I'm sorry, but I didn't ask for their opinions and as I tell my kids, if you've got nothing nice to say, then don't say anything. I've also noticed that around the rings, people shut themselves off to the public or other "prying eyes" by enclosing themselves in their cabana's. It doesn't portray a "welcoming" atmosphere, especially for the general public who make the effort to come and watch our dogs. Unfortunately "face judging" will always be an element in our sport. As exhibitors, we can show those judges our thoughts by NOT entering where they are judging. Kennel Clubs make their money from the entries and if numbers are down those particular judges will not get many appointments. I show purely to have fun and maybe pull off a win although I'm the "feather duster more often than I am a Rooster" lol. I have met and made some great friends and at the end of the day I get to take the "best" dogs home again. My daughter is just starting out showing and she had a great time last weekend with the other kids & she also got to take home a few ribbons which are now proudly blu-tac'd on the wall behind her bed. Isn't that what showing is all about ?? At the end of the day breeders need to be more pro-active with encouraging their puppy buyers to join their states local Canine Council and have fun showing their dogs. I firmly believe that neutered/spayed dogs should be allowed to compete in the same classes alongside entire dogs, especially as we're only judging a dogs conformation against the breed standard - just because a dog has two "apparently normal testicles" doesn't make it stud material. Lets be honest, we've all seen stunning examples of a breed that are desexed and in pet homes that would wipe the floor in the show ring, so why not allow them to compete. It would surely increase numbers. For me, I'll keep showing while I'm still having fun and when the fun has gone I'll stop going. I don't do hundreds of miles chasing shows as I hate driving so when there are shows close enough to home I'll go to those. Some people IMO develope unhealthy obsessions chasing points and judges & I think they are the ones who spoil it for the rest of us.

Congrats Joan

Oh bum Elise, you should have tripped me over . Sounds like Hudson had a great weekend too !!! We won a tuff tub bucket so not so good to sleep in/on but good to carry stuff in We had a great weekend, despite the weather trying to "dampen" our fun lol. My daughter Erynn kept the ice-cream man busy and I have to say that the committee were awesome, they always had a smile on their faces and were very obliging, so three cheers for them and also a big thankyou to the ring stewards who kept us entertained whilst we waited for our classes. Are you off to Orange & Young shows Elise? If so we might finally meet lol

Congrats Elyse & Hudson on your win. We didn't get to meet but I'm sure we'll catch up one day I'd like to add my little brag My British Bulldog went RUBIG (& Aus bred in group) under Miss C Stuart at Forbes Show yesterday 16/10/2011. I was sooooooo proud of my (not so little anymore) Earl !!! :D

Those FX trailers look good, seem to have loads of space for all your bits and pieces. I had a 4 berth Trek many moons ago and sold it in 2004 as we bought a Olympic horse float to do the horse thing and I used the float for both hobbies. I now have a horse float that has a caravan section in the front so camping is never a problem and there's plenty of space in the horse area for crates for the dogs, although my Iggy sleeps in with me lol. If your looking to be spending $15 - $20k for a trailer, maybe consider a horse float, as it can also double as a great "gazebo" :D It won't be long before they will be making purpose built goosenecks with dog & human accomodation. They are becoming hugely popluar with the horsie fraternity. Happy trailer hunting !!