GoldenGirl85

It was banned in NSW in 2003, Im unsure on the other states I dont like docking, I did work placement at a vet and had to hold a litter of pups when they were done...nope, not for me :D My JRT is also docked (2001 pup, and she was docked before I picked her out or she would have had a one) I swear she gets a phantom tail sometimes, I hate seeing her try and bite the tail that doesnt exist

Just looked is a tad expensive, just a plain tee with some text is $40...do we want to spend that much...? No I like your idea Keira, I already have a red singlet I never wear so I dont mind putting text on it lol, Ill even be out near spotlight tomorrow so I can pick up some fabric paint, we should be able to paint them that morning, Ill try and get something that dries fast :D awesome thanks GG Lol me to Dandy. Kmart/target should have them cheap. ETA should we buy red bandannas for the dogs?? Again nothing expensive just something so they match to? I can get some red fabric as well, and Ill bring scissors so we can cut triangles on the day to fit our dogs, I dont want to pre cut them or they might be too small

Ahh thanks, Yeah I havnt really researched Aussies that much, I will definitely look into them I know they are completely different breeds (although probably like Labs and Goldens to some people lol)

Just looked is a tad expensive, just a plain tee with some text is $40...do we want to spend that much...? No I like your idea Keira, I already have a red singlet I never wear so I dont mind putting text on it lol, Ill even be out near spotlight tomorrow so I can pick up some fabric paint, we should be able to paint them that morning, Ill try and get something that dries fast

Why do you say that? Because at the end of the day the colour means squat, I love the blue merle BCs, but if the right dog comes up, at the right time, and it happens to be a B&W...so what? I could get my pretty blue merle, and it could totally suck at agility, where as I could get a B&W who is from sporting lines and it might become a champion...I know there are no guarantees when it comes to breeding, but the right lines are at the top of my list A very wise way to go about things. I hope your perfect dog is out there for you when you're ready. Thanks lol, I was hoping my post wouldnt come across the wrong way, I really would love a blue merle, but Im not holding out for it, and Im not going to buy a dog based on its colour...heck when the time comes I might be right off dog sports (not likely) and Ill be after a different breed...another consideration is an Aussie, but I really like my dogs to have tails lol, and I dont think Aussie breeders will like it if I ask for a blue merle with a tail lmao Hey GoldenGirl If you are ever in Victoria, feel free to come to our place for merle border collie cuddles I dont think there is anything wrong with wanting an aeshetically appealing dog, as long as it doesnt come at the cost of other important factors: eg temperament, health testing etc. we were lucky that we found a breeder that did all the necessary health testing, had dogs with lovely temperaments, and bred from show lines so we knew, with appropriate physcial and mental stumulation, it would fit into our suburban household. we found other merle bcs but they were from working lines, and I didnt feel we would be able to provide them with the lifestyle they required. good luck in your search ;) Hmmm, and if I remember correctly, you've changed the banner in your sig havnt you? because Im sure it was your dog (in the pic) I first layed eyes on and fell in love with the colour...its YOUR fault Ive since seen a few on my agility circuit and the romance has blossomed lmao Why do you say that? Because at the end of the day the colour means squat, I love the blue merle BCs, but if the right dog comes up, at the right time, and it happens to be a B&W...so what? I could get my pretty blue merle, and it could totally suck at agility, where as I could get a B&W who is from sporting lines and it might become a champion...I know there are no guarantees when it comes to breeding, but the right lines are at the top of my list Sorry did not see your post. Ok I understand now what you meant. I would just attend trails and when you see dogs you really like ask who bred them. This is how I pick out my new dogs. I often spend years studying a ling of dogs, I also tend to trust peoplle I know of that have a lot of experience breeding great dogs. Once I settle in on a breeder and their line/s, then I will express my interest up to 2 years in advance so I know I will get on the litters I am interested in. I think with performance dogs it is important to really study up on the dogs that the breeder is producing that are out there performing. Not just their own dogs, but the dogs they have bred and placed into homes like you. Some people are very good at training but not so good at breeding great litters. For performance dogs I think the old saying 'the proof is in the pudding' applies, spend the time to go see the pudding in the quality dogs out there from a breed with experince that you think would be right for you. Bottom line however should always be that you just fall in love with the dogs. Even the best laid plans do not always work out, so in the end you must also have a dog that you want to spend your life with, sports or no sports. Thanks, as I said above there is a few on my agility circuit, but they are still novices so Ill keep my eye on them and see how they go, but Ill definitely start looking into that, I wont be getting another dog until Tess passes on (she is only 9) so Ive got time up my sleeve

Why do you say that? Because at the end of the day the colour means squat, I love the blue merle BCs, but if the right dog comes up, at the right time, and it happens to be a B&W...so what? I could get my pretty blue merle, and it could totally suck at agility, where as I could get a B&W who is from sporting lines and it might become a champion...I know there are no guarantees when it comes to breeding, but the right lines are at the top of my list A very wise way to go about things. I hope your perfect dog is out there for you when you're ready. :D Thanks lol, I was hoping my post wouldnt come across the wrong way, I really would love a blue merle, but Im not holding out for it, and Im not going to buy a dog based on its colour...heck when the time comes I might be right off dog sports (not likely) and Ill be after a different breed...another consideration is an Aussie, but I really like my dogs to have tails lol, and I dont think Aussie breeders will like it if I ask for a blue merle with a tail lmao

Yep I just checked my roster, Im not on that weekend so I can come!...where is it again? it will just be me and Lexi, not putting Tess in that sort of environment

Why do you say that? Because at the end of the day the colour means squat, I love the blue merle BCs, but if the right dog comes up, at the right time, and it happens to be a B&W...so what? I could get my pretty blue merle, and it could totally suck at agility, where as I could get a B&W who is from sporting lines and it might become a champion...I know there are no guarantees when it comes to breeding, but the right lines are at the top of my list

We could make the million paws walk the may meet

Thanks for the info guys, as I said I wont be after another dog for a LONG time yet, but its good to know all the same. I do know Ill probably never get the dog I really want, the main factor will be whether or not the dog will suit me, who knows what I might be after by that time

This is a little bit OT, but also a little bit related... Id love for my next dog to be a blue merle BC (maybe, if the breed will suit me when the time comes, it wont be for a long time yet) anyway I want the dog to do dog sports with, so ultimately lines will play the top factor, but Ive fallen in love with the blue merle colour....so would it be totally wrong for me to approach a breeder for a specific colour? even if I am willing to wait? or would I be labeled as a buyer who just wants good looks? I mean heck Ill probably never get one, but a girl cant help but dream right? I know to stay away from 'colour breeders' but does BM come up regularly in litters in general? or is it a difficult colour to breed for? also does it seem to pop up more in show or working lines?

Hahaha...ahh that just made my day

My guess is that he was originally a petshop puppy? they are typically hard to toilet train because they spend all day on shredded paper My approach would be to crate, toilet every half hour - 1hr, and clicker train him, treat him like crazy when he gets it right and ignore when he doesnt

Ok so Ive updated the first page to add the rules, and Im also going to compile a list of the good parks, so far all I have is Kroll and Mermaid Waters, any others that are worth a mention on there?

Thats what happens when its late. We are supposed to have it on the 1st, Monday 2nd is Labour Day so do we want to have it on a long weekend, or Mothers Day?

LOL as long as their is someone from the Northside going because we all went to Toowong and were from the South Hmm, ok hows about we try this, we keep it as alternating between northside and southside, if someone wants to suggest a different location thats fine BUT -there must be adequate parking for those who will be driving -the park must be a fairly decent size -the regular dogs must be fairly easy going -if you suggest (or request) a different location YOU MUST attend the meet! We still need a location for the May meet, Ive changed the date to May 9th

''just'' is a good thing. Chicken frames (carcasses) are excellant dog food - wish they'd sell them whole as cheaply as they sell them minced The Lenards I get mine from only charges 30c a frame, or $1.25 a kilo for them minced...Its a bit of a drive from where I live but lately Ive been working right next door, its great! and the staff are so friendly, they never make you feel bad for just buying dog stuff there What Lenards shop do you go to GoldenGirl?..I did ask at the one at Victoria Point about turkey products and what went into their pet mince but the spotty youth at the counter was a bit of a knob and didn't know (more interested in his mobile phone messages). I go to Capalaba Petfoods, they have chicken-wing mince there which the dogs love and they (petfood shop, not the dogs) got me in a big box of turkey necks (Ingam human-grade) that I will mince up today (if the mincer I bought off ebay arrives) Kippa Ring ;) As I said it is a bit of a drive for me (I live near Strathpine) but these guys always have mince in stock, its fresh daily, and the service is great!!! my local butcher only has it on occasion, and the quality is nothing compared to the lenards mince

sooo who won it? was it a DOLer?

It's funny reading through the comments trying to work out who the dolers are lmao

I'm looking forward to today's draw...I want a crate!!! And the plus side is that if I win...and I like it, I WILL buy another one lol

Me too, Im disappointed that JRTs arent on there, mine is too smart for her own good!!!

''just'' is a good thing. Chicken frames (carcasses) are excellant dog food - wish they'd sell them whole as cheaply as they sell them minced The Lenards I get mine from only charges 30c a frame, or $1.25 a kilo for them minced...Its a bit of a drive from where I live but lately Ive been working right next door, its great! and the staff are so friendly, they never make you feel bad for just buying dog stuff there

Sorry I should have been more specific, its on the outside of his ear not the inside They do get bathed every fortnight, yet to convince my mum that a good diet can get rid of that icky feeling the dogs get when they arent bathed frequently...these guys live on Pal, so I guess it could be that, its funny that its only the one ear though, it has been itchy for some time now it does actually look like its skin peeling...sort of the way your skin peels when you have a sunburn

Anyone?

hahaha...typical lol