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I don’t think suggesting using a company that donates to the RSPCA is a good way to source a pet sitter, rather the opposite.

Also don’t be surprised if you don’t get to view the whole litter , Mum, dad etc breeders don’t always allow it , due to things like bringing in nasties to pups not fully vaccinated . Dad might well be from another breeder or even overseas.

Its perfectly normal. The breeder knows the personality of the dogs and which will suit each family, it means they care about where their pups go. What is the problem with the breeder matching you up?

i use black dog yoghurt drops

Exactly , if he’s limping he’s in pain . You would take something if it was you with arthritis. You would be surprised how much they improve with anti inflammatory meds .

I wouldn't subject an old dog to a puppy. Green lipped mussel doesn't really cut it for old bones, they need pain meds, anti inflams. dogs in pain take themselves away to be alone. I would do a vet check and get some relief for him.

Big call for you to make . I have returned one foster to the shelter knowing she would be pts , but she wasn’t safe . It was a horrible call . Very brave if you , but your pets come first .

He could be grieving. After i lost my cattle dog my Bully girl just shut down, slept all the time, didn't want to do anything, even though she wanted to go for a walk she wanted nothing to do with her dog friends she had played zoomies with for years. It was like i had a different dog. She also got really sick, nose running constantly , then bleeding from the nose, after $5000 of exploration at the specialist they decided she was just grieving and her immune system had shut down. I hadn't fostered for years, but i got a young pup and she gradually came out of her shell. She is now back to crazy nutter, and i have another BT aswell, but i now know she is not good alone . I would give him time and don't force him to come in, if he is more comfortable outside leave him.

Adorable, I love Cavs , and my fave colour too .

I think its breed specific, you cant tell me GSD, BB and FB show dogs are healthy! Its what is winning in the rings that they breed.

I’m not sure why you need a trainer to walk down the road with a buggy , it’s not hard . You seem to be overthinking the whole thing .

The rescue said adopting them together will stop the pup chewing ? I call bullshit , and I’d like to see what other rubbish they are spewing to offload 2 at once . Have they tested the Mum with kids/ babies ? You seem to have a very regimented routine you are planning . Why not just join a local obedience club go once a week , and enjoy the dog ? Why do you need an in house trainer if the dog has no issues. ?

Completely agree! and i'm very surprised a rescue has encouraged you to take a pup aswell, i wouldn't. The pup and mum will be so wrapped up in each other they may not listen to you, and with a baby thats way too much to be taking on. Females can also get protective around their pups and they don't really show their true self. I would take the older dog or a pup, not both. Bare in mind also the older dog may change in personality as her hormones settle after the pups go so give her time, i assume she is being desexed before you get her?

Agreed , either cat safe or not, one slip and you may lose a cat and then how would you feel ? its a shame you are in Victoria as I know of a young girl needing a home who lives with another dog and cat , relationship breakup .

I agree , something has happened in the yard and she is now terrified. Imagine you were forced every day to do something you were scared of , drooling is a massive sign of the stress she is under , she is not being naughty she can’t help it . Please don’t just go to the nearest cheapest trainer , they will probably make it worse and cost you in the long run . Vets are no good at this either , you need to look at the recommendations in the above replies and in the meantime leave her inside .

So sorry, another Dol legend gone.

It’s not free , you have paid in your monthly instalments . Add up a years insurance , I bet it’s way more than a blood test and annual vaccination.

Keep it outside and do not let it attack your older dog. Poor thing having to deal with being attacked in its own home at his age,.Why did you take it on?

I had a client who worked for one of the big ones , she told me it was a waste of time years ago . She had 2 dogs herself and they weren’t insured .

They are very active, and smart . How much exercise does he get ? Do you remove him when he starts to bark ? Mine had at least 2 walks a day offlead running and chasing rabbits for an hour each walk . Is he being desexed ?

If you don't want him in your room, stop giving in to him, he will just continue. He doesn't have separation anxiety, hes just a pup wanting attention. Put him to bed earlier while you are up. Why do you feed him so late?

Make sure you get a recommended trainer, lots of dodgy ones out there. There is alot going on, 2 females, and visiting dogs makes for fluid pack dynamics which means you need to read it right.

Can you not leave him outside while you work ? Put in a dog door ?

Without papers they could have anything in them . Different lines means different types . They also grow at different rates . If your not sure about their weight talk to the breeder .

Finding a home won’t be easy , he is vocal , so no good in suburbia, yet he has to be only pet which rules out most people on property. People need to go out , he has very difficult needs .