twodoggies2001

Funny you should say that. Around 5 years ago, when we lost our standard schnauzer at 14.5 I was walking my mini to the vet when I was approached by a Malayasian student who asked if I would like a beautiful female mini who was supposed to be 2 years old. He was going back home in 3 weeks. To cut to the chase, we went and picked her up because we were actually looking for a companion for our mini. I was told she was great with people and other dogs. When we picked her up, she was in a home made 'playpen' and was cowering. She cost $2000 and I got her for nothing. I learned that she was kept in that pen all day and put out on the back porch when someone came home. Where was the interaction? No bedding was sent home with her just an old towel. No niceties. We took her just to get her out of that place. She was not speyed and we had her booked in with the vet, but because we couldn't cope with her and she needed more one on one attention she was given up to schnauzer rescue and found a suitable home for which I am grateful. My heart really ached for that little girl. Admittedly, we can't say all overseas students are in the mould but it is a sad fact that pups are brought and then 'discarded' when time is up. Perhaps it is a fashionable thing to do.

we do that too.. it works well! I also agree and the good thing is that it does get better with the mouthing once those adult teeth come in. My boy is now almost 6mths old and he doesn't do it any more thank goodness.

I still laugh about this even now. Jasper will be 4 at the end of September, but I recall when he also had a liking for shoes. He also didn't chew them. One day on coming home I noticed a pair of my husband's shoes NEATLY placed at the bottom of the stairs. I asked hubby why in the world he placed them there and it was soon discovered that the only culprit was my boy Jasper. What a smart puppy dog!!!

That's a point. If the OP is renting, then the real estate agent should be consulted. If the apartment is owned then there may be body corporate issues. She should clear this up before committing to a puppy.

I have 2 mini schnauzers, one almost 4 and the other 5.5 months. The older boy is a noisy player and when we brought the puppy home at 8 weeks the introduction was very noisy and the poor pup actually peed and pooped in fright. It actually sounded like bloody murder. The next day they were interacting as if nothing had happened. If someone who didn't know observed this I'm sure they would have thought the pup was in big trouble. They still play the same way and truly adore each other. I know how you feel but I think she meant no harm and was looking out for the smaller dog and it's nice to know that there are some people who would go out of their way to help, even as in this case it was unnecessary.

The thing is mixeduppup that unless the cafe owner or his staff saw this happen or was told by anyone observing, he/she probably is unaware this even happened.

People at restaurants can get more germs from going to the toilet, how many people don't wash their hands after going & then go & touch the door handle, which is the last thing you touch after washing your hands & opening the door. The world is becoming too germaphobic. I don't see the relevance of your answer to my post. Really? I think the last sentence of my post, applies to people like you. You don't know me so how can you comment? By your posts. Just out of interest, do you allow your dogs to lick your plates clean and eat off your cutlery? I answered that in an earlier post, yes I do, I also shared ice creams with my dogs. Sorry, haven't bothered to go back and read all the post. Each to his own. Like I said in a previous post, you're entitled to do and think what you want and so am i.

People at restaurants can get more germs from going to the toilet, how many people don't wash their hands after going & then go & touch the door handle, which is the last thing you touch after washing your hands & opening the door. The world is becoming too germaphobic. I don't see the relevance of your answer to my post. Really? I think the last sentence of my post, applies to people like you. You don't know me so how can you comment? By your posts. Just out of interest, do you allow your dogs to lick your plates clean and eat off your cutlery?

People at restaurants can get more germs from going to the toilet, how many people don't wash their hands after going & then go & touch the door handle, which is the last thing you touch after washing your hands & opening the door. The world is becoming too germaphobic. I don't see the relevance of your answer to my post. Really? I think the last sentence of my post, applies to people like you. You don't know me so how can you comment?

People at restaurants can get more germs from going to the toilet, how many people don't wash their hands after going & then go & touch the door handle, which is the last thing you touch after washing your hands & opening the door. The world is becoming too germaphobic. I don't see the relevance of your answer to my post.

It seems that there are divided opinions on this thread, and that's fair enough. Some of you agree with me and some of you don't. The point I was trying to make it that it's not a good look to the non dog lovers out there. We dog owners are already getting enough flack from these people. If you want to feed your dogs off your plates and let them share your crockery and cutlery then do so. As much as I adore my boys, I wouldn't even if their mouths are more hygenic that humans. I don't share my cutlery with humans either for that matter. Does that mean that I don't love my dogs. They have the run of the house, are well fed, from their own bowls, exercised, have play dates with their buddies, given medical attention, a comfy bed to sleep in and most of all love and leadership. What more could a dog ask for?

Onlookers may be germaphobes too.

Our pup is now 5.5 months old and he's got it with urination and mostly with bowels but there is the odd occasion that he forgets himself and dirties in the house even though the door is always open for him to go out. He can be in his crate overnight from about 10.30 - 11pm till 7.30am and when I let him out, weeing is not his first priority. He's more interested in saying his good mornings to his 'big brother.' I've had dogs most of my life and must say it depends on the individual dog but thankfully, it all falls into place eventually.

Granted, the OP was just driving past. There could have been anything in the cup. The OP said coffee in their post and they didnt also seem concerned that it COULD be coffee but instead that theres dog spit on th spoon. Regardless of what it was, the OP wasnt concerned that it could be coffee, and I was commenting as to thats what I would be worried about. It's her dog,and she can feed him/her whatever she wants. It's also not so much about dog spit either, although hygiene should play a part. The point is that as I said before, there are many non dog people out there and they would cringe at seeing what she was doing. It's hard enough trying to exercise dogs legally, off leash, (I know, many of you don't like this idea either) without having to have some nitwit add more fuel to the fire to the anti dog people.

sorry, I beg to differ. Sure, it's OK to have your dog with you at the outdoors cafe, and just because I or many others wouldn't feed their companions as this woman did, doesn't mean that I or they love their dogs any less. I don't think its being precious. There are many non dog people out there and for one, seeing people doing what this woman did would give them another reason to bag dog owners. I wonder if the cafe owner saw what was happening would be pleased. It could be detremental to the business. Perhaps she is being neglectful in feeding her dog what is bad for him/her.

She was actually on the footpath. There are a few tables outside. As far as I know,dogs are not allowed inside many businesses. The silly thing is that the was not even asking to be fed. The silly woman scooped him up and offered it which was accepted.

Yesterday, whilst driving back from the park with my boys, I stopped at the traffic lights next to a cafe and noticed a couple of women having coffee with their dogs at their feet. Nothing unusual in that. One lady had an absolutely gorgeous French Bulldog who was just happily sitting by her feet. She then picked him/her up and started feeding him her coffee off a spoon, one for her and one for the dog. As much as I love my boys, for me that is a no no. A dog is a dog is a dog. If she thinks it's OK, then that's her business but that spoon goes back into the cafe, hopefully well washed for another customer and really, this was not a good look for anyone who happened to notice. I feel that if her coffee has to be shared then by all means feed it at home.

mine are mini schnauzers lol

Gosh, I must be blessed in the sleep department. The first night we brought our puppy home, he was put into his crate and I didn't hear from him until next morning at 7.30 and he is now 5.5months old and things haven't changed. I have only had to wake up once to toilet him around 4.30am and I put him straight back and heard nothing more until normal time. Mind you he is 'naughty' with other things but he's a puppy and will grow out of these things.

Really, lol. My poo eater is now 5.5 months old, so yes, you're probably right, there is still hope. Now he's resorted to something new. He sometimes brings it inside to enjoy. He might,but I sure don't.

Yes, I think you are too sensitive. Sometimes people say things without really thinking too hard, and I don't think they mean it to hurt. I was walking my mini schnauzers at the park the other day and overheard a couple of people saying they would never have a weird looking dog like that. In fact, he had just been professionally groomed and in my eyes, were a sight to behold. Obviously only in my eyes. Should I be upset? No, it's not worth it. I know what my boys offer me in love and companionship and I think to myself, well it's their loss. My last mini was put to sleep at 14.5 when it was time and comments I got from some people was to let him go because he's old, but my boy told me when it was time. Glad I listened to him rather than well meaning people I met on our walks.

Thanks, I'll run that past my vet and get her opinion, but I'm not sure that I would want to make him vomit as that's not a pleasant experience at the best of times. I would also want to check that the eucalyptus wouldn't harm him too. By the way, I have tried pineapple and meat tenderiser with no help. My vet also suggested these two remedies. Gosh, I hope I'm not stuck with a pup with deplorable table manners.

We live in the Glen Eira precinct and I registered my new pup at 3 months and I have until next due registration to take advantage of the re3duced fee for desexed dogs. I don't imagine that councils would expect dog owners to have their pups desexed at such a young age. Other than that, could you get your vet to write a few words on their letterhead to say that you will be desexing your pup within the next few months and perhaps tell them when this will be done.

Oh dear a child was jumped upon and scratched by a dog!!!! Gosh, better call an ambulance and contact the media. Sheeesh, really? Is she that much of a princess that it was an issue? I don't see in reading the post that the child was complaining about the dog jumping up and scratching the child's tummy. Granted, some kids are cosseted and wrapped in cotton wool but not all are and it's not up to you to decide that perhaps this child was some of the cotton wrapped. I do not know the particular poster in question but I found your retort quite unacceptable and smart a***d to tell you the truth. I'm just wondering if you've got kids of your own. If you do, then obviously you wouldn't mind if this scenario happened to your child, and if you don't, then you wouldn't know.

Oh dear a child was jumped upon and scratched by a dog!!!! Gosh, better call an ambulance and contact the media. Sheeesh, really? Is she that much of a princess that it was an issue? No... this is not on at all. a person SENDS their dog over to a child to say hello without checking first with the parents? WTF is wrong with you and that response? it is NOT acceptable for any dog to run over and jump on anyone, let alone a child. Yes, that was an uncalled for response. I wouldn't allow my dogs to go jumping at other park users and I wouldn't expect others to be happy about someone else allowing their dog to do so too. The dog can't be blamed, it's just following it's dumb owners command. It's no wonder so many dogs are blamed for their behavior and all along it's the owner.