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I'd definitely recommend an LGD breed from a reputable breeder in your situation as well. My Anatolian Shepherd puppy is 16 weeks old tomorrow and is already great with the chooks, the sheep and goats (although only interacting with them under supervision at this stage), as well as our little Border Terrier and Labrador/Kelpie cross. She has already started guarding (and has a very deep growl already). She has her puppy moments, but overall I'd say she's very laid back for a puppy of her age and is very easy to have around. Which state are you in? Maybe you could go and meet some breeders and their dogs and your husband might reconsider? It really sounds to me like an LGD would be best suited. Feel free to PM me if you want more information.

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Thanks for that great explanation, behluka. It definitely sounds like Wolff has found the home that was meant to be, and you have found your new guardian. I look forward to future updates on him, and of course lots and lots of photos! Oh, and I love Azure's nickname! :laugh:

Oh, he is adorable, and looks like a polar bear cub :) I have been following him and his brother on fb, can't help but feel jealous when I see any of lilli's dogs! Azure has turned into a real stunner too. What was "the other Wolff's" temperament like?

Puck is very cute (pucking cute?). MUP, I think you should name your next dog Definitely.

That's actually my name. And no, I wouldn't call a dog Dora, apart from the fact I don't like the name I would find it a bit weird personally, but each to their own. I also had a friend name her pup Aurelie, which also happens to be the name of a mutual friend of ours. Human Aurelie thought it a bit strange, and so do I. Don't think they're friends anymore. :laugh: Was listening to the radio the other day, a guy called and you could hear a dog yapping in the background. The radio presenters asked what the dog's name was.....it was DogDog. I prefer unusual names, but it does get a little tiring having to repeat your dog's name over and over to other people. MUP, I love the name Maybe! My dog is called Zora too It's a great name :D I chose it because I wanted something Slovenian as a tribute to my great grandma but it had to sound the same way it was spelled, so I didn't have to hear people saying it wrong. I know. Always makes me smile when I read a post about her. You've got good taste. :D I actually know another dog named Zora, I'd always turn around when her owner called her. It's strange when you're not used to hearing your name all that often, unless someone is actually addressing you. I guess people with more common names would be used to that, though.

That's actually my name. And no, I wouldn't call a dog Dora, apart from the fact I don't like the name I would find it a bit weird personally, but each to their own. I also had a friend name her pup Aurelie, which also happens to be the name of a mutual friend of ours. Human Aurelie thought it a bit strange, and so do I. Don't think they're friends anymore. :laugh: Was listening to the radio the other day, a guy called and you could hear a dog yapping in the background. The radio presenters asked what the dog's name was.....it was DogDog. I prefer unusual names, but it does get a little tiring having to repeat your dog's name over and over to other people. MUP, I love the name Maybe!

No never a free for all here I reckon a DOL get together at my place on a nice Sunday in a couple of months is something to put on the cards, anyone can feel free to bring their dogs and we can have a nice BBQ, meet up and workshop. Count us in! Did you get my message (on fb)? No rush btw, just making sure you got it.

If you are talking about Toolleen (near Heathcote), they are fantastic! And the only kennel in the area I would recommend. Jane is wonderful and will look after your dogs very well. My dog loves going there.

I also live on a corner block and the house is in the middle, so there is no front and back yard, just a yard. My dog doesn't bark at everyone that walks past, far from it. He barks at people who are being loud while walking past, some people and their dogs (but not all dogs) and motorbikes. If the barking ever became excessive, we would put a stop to it because it would annoy us too, but he's generally only out there when we are home anyway. I do sometimes get frustrated, or get a fright, especially since I believe that dogs barking behind fences was what started my boy's on leash reactivity, but that's my problem to deal with. People are allowed to have their dogs in their front yards doing what dogs do, and some of us don't have a choice. As long as they're contained, I can deal with it.

And that is not a reason I would accept. Actually, it is natural for a domestic dog to live with humans, that's why it's called a domestic dog. The fact that we no longer live in caves, and some of us live in apartments, to me says more about how far we have moved away from what is natural, and certainly doesn't mean we should change our pets' diet. Some things have changed between when wild dogs/wolves started to become domesticated and now. Their digestive systems and dietary requirements don't seem to be one of them. I'm genuinely interested in the thought process of such an extreme diet for a dog that does not require it medically. Keeping chickens for eggs by definition is not a vegan ideal I thought so if the dogs are getting eggs why not give them humanely raised meat? Again, chemical wise it cant just be the issue since the dogs are not fed a 100% certified organic diet. By the way certified organic does not mean chemical FREE it means residues are below a threshold level in some cases. This. And not just the chickens, the same goes for the dogs. And I have met plenty of "missionary" vegetarians and vegans (although vegans less so, as they tend to realise that their way of living is a bit more extreme than what most people are willing to do) who try and guilt trip meat eaters. On the other hand, I have never questioned my vegetarian/vegan friends' choices (although I do like to discuss them) as, like I said, I have huge respect for vegans in particular. I draw the line when people choose to "break the rules of veganism" in certain areas, such as keeping pets, but then force their rules on said pets.

Well that's great that you would rather have gelati than basic nutrition but not really relevant to this discussion. A dog would not choose gelati over what's hard wired into their brain to eat if they are hungry. It's not rocket science and has nothing to do with what people personally dont like. Dogs are omnivores. Their gut is designed for that. Eat what you like but dont impose it on your dog or cat, which you have said you dont so good for you. Anyone who does is a boring hipster if they're just doing it for fad rather than health reasons, and I would call them an animal abuser. It doesnt need a science project to understand why dogs and cats are not vegans! Just seems like more shit from animal 'rights' activists who, by their own philosphy, shouldnt even own pets. While they're bleating about how animals in captivity are abused by humans not only do they own pets but use pharmaceuticals tested on animals. Hypocritical much? I am surprised no-one else has mentioned this. What part of owning pets is considered vegan? And no, I am not ignorant in regards to veganism, I have a large number of friends who are vegans or vegetarians (for whom I have huge respect when it comes to their personal choices), all of which agree with this. One of them has a rescue dog, who is not fed a vegan diet. I have no problem with vegans choosing to have pets, but if they cannot handle feeding them meat as part of an appropriate diet, there are pets that are vegetarian/vegan....... And how is that not a reason? It is what nature intended them to eat, and they can't make a choice as we can. They have to eat what is put in front of them, appropriate or not.

I also just got a quote from Bow Wow Meow, but does anyone know what the rule is for declaring a mixed breed dog? My dog is, at best guess, a lab x kelpie, this is also what he's registered as with the council and in his vaccination pass and vet records. The premium works out cheaper for a kelpie x than it does for a lab x, so can I choose which one I go with? I couldn't find any answers on their website.

Bahahaha I must admit, I did get just a tiny bit soft when meeting her, so thanks for the update! Dodged a bullet :D And I agree with all the others, she ain't going nowhere! Btw, Paco had a little chew on the gear stick of the hire car in the 2 minutes it took us to say goodbye, in between putting him in the car and leaving. I was waiting for a call (or a bill), but haven't heard anything.

This. I ordered one yesterday. Had a bit of trouble loading the page at first when I clicked on the "Buy" button, but after a few attempts it eventually worked and I had no trouble making a Paypal payment. Got sent a voucher but can't redeem before the 7th.