Budd

Bear is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier..

I believe I'll have to take Bear to one of these meets one day too.. Where do you normally meet up?

lol thats all good persephone. yeah the original story made me think about my pup, but I think he should be ok..

I hope the "pitbull" you are reporting is actually a pitbull.. sorry it just gets to me that nearly every dog attack in the media is by a pitbull.. sorry to here bout your puppy..

Did you tell the RSPCA about the condition of the dog? It was their job to come and get it plus it was also the rangers job to come and get the dog. You should get on the phone and complain to the RSPCA and the member of parliament and the council. Because these people are getting paid to do a job and they aren't doing it. That was just a cop out by them. Horrible for the dog and for you. You cant blame yourself you tried. I guess next time demand them to come and get it or try and take it to the pound. Good on you for trying anyway you did the right thing.

Is it recommended to get a clicker to help with training this trick?

You could also try your local op shops.. usually they have a few things they give away..

Will try and make it down from the country. Bear hasnt been to the beach yet

Do you mean his back legs move as one? Keep us updated if anything if found..

Im so sorry to hear about your dog Elfin, I hope he recovers well. I just wish some people would socialise their dogs from an early age. I have a little Staffordshire Bull Terrier and he is great with other dogs, cats and even Kangaroos. I just hope this doesnt put you off all Staffy's.. Take care

I live in Burra atm..

Lol if i had a bigger place..

Just wondering if there are any DOLers in Country SA? Close to Clare Valley and Burra? Woops should of posted this in general..

Try the Veterinary Board of SA they normally just deal with complaints but they also deal with registrations of Veterinarians so hopefully they can help their number is 8269 3216. Sorry if they are no help..

I was just wondering what is the best way to train a puppy to heel?