trinabean

I have a bumbag/ pouch thing that I wear when I walk the dog. I keep a wad of nappy bags in there for my power-pooer. It has a few compartments so I keep housekeys in there and it fits my phone etc. too. I use the same bag for obedience classes to carry treats etc.

I just checked the Coles ones and sadly, I don't think they are.

What is it with boy dogs and their digestive system??????? And he eats raw only Yep, raw here too. Admittedly, it was way worse when he was still on biscuits! Mrs RB, we only use scented napy bags as there doesn't seem to be an unscented option. I love your description of "the nice big labrador on tinned food capacity ones with tie handles" -they sound ideal! :laugh:

Beautiful explanation in that post Alyosha. :)

We use Coles scented nappy bags, 200 for a few dollars. :) My dog is a multiple-poo-on-a-walk boy, so cheap and plentiful is good.

Agreed. I don't envy your decision making either. Try to think with your head, not your heart, about what you can cope with. Keep us posted.

Yes. :)

The numbers don't seem to follow a chronological order. Maybe a boxer person will know more. FLOCK ST SALVATOR No.14 Dog - March 1894 (Light Fawn) Sire - Box St Salvator No.59 (Light Fawn) Dam - Mary von Nymphenburg No.65 Well, maybe a more knowledgable boxer person than me I'm afraid! :laugh: I had a little look around to see if I could work out the reasoning behind the numbers to no avail. The American Boxer Club website does give an overview of the breeds foundations in Germany here: My link It doesn't explain the numbering system though. Of interest, according to them, is that no photos exist of FLOCK ST SALVATOR. So whether the picture on the historical website is legitimate or not, who knows? As Sheridan said earlier, she's seen it before, labelled as a Pitbull. Sorry I can't shed any light on anything.

Thanks for posting the links Janba, it's fascinating viewing. :) I was wondering at the variation in the early Boxers, but it makes sense upon further reading. These dogs were part of the foundation of the breed ('Flock St Salvator' is apparently the 14th dog in the German 'family tree' of Boxers). I'm looking forward to checking out the history of some other breeds (after I've exhausted the Boxer photos/info ;)).

Yes, I've been using Revolution monthly to cover heartworm, and only treat for intestinal worms every 3 months. :) Yes, same here. I never administer worm tablets on an empty stomach. I had fed him dinner before worming him. Maybe a different brand is worth a go next time? Thanks Nekhbet, I didn't know about the inclusion of a Giardia chemical in Drontal. This is a dog who definitely doesn't have a 'cast iron stomach'! The less chemicals the better off he is. That's a good idea Jumabaar. Thanks. :) And thanks to everyone else too. I'm relieved to hear that it's quite common and will look at other brands and options. :)

Thanks Pav Lova, I will look into Paratak.

Just wondering if anyone else's dogs get sick after taking intestinal worm tablets? I wormed Bruno last night with Drontal tablets (correct dosage for weight) and his poo today showed no obvious signs of worms. He is refusing food (he isn't a great eater at the best of times). He has eaten grass and his stomach is gurgling. He is a very lean, 14 month old Boxer and really can't afford to lose weight. He's had other health issues, but has been quite good lately and even gained a little weight (after switching to a raw diet+VAN). I'm guessing that cooked chicken and rice for a few days is the best approach?

Love the um, enthusiasm of the Akita in that clip Minxy!

Yes, I bought it from the herbal tea section of a health food shop. I had to go to a few shops before I found it though. Maybe phone around? :)

A bit of a long shot, but I'm wondering if it could be from the lake they swim in? The one near us is unsuitable to swim in (but fine for the birdlife). I know you said that your friends' dogs don't get sick afterwards but all dogs have different tolerances I guess? Mine has a sensitive stomach. That doesn't account for the episodes being every 6 weeks or so though. Does one dog always get diahorrea before the other?

I live near a fire station, a police station and a hospital. Sirens are often heard but I think my dog is broken, he doesn't howl or bark at them. There used to be a husky a few doors down who howled though. It was a beautiful, haunting, wolf-like sound.

I honestly don't know if it made a huge difference Aussielover. I wasn't very scientific in my approach. I suppose I complicated knowing which remedy was working by using Calendula tea at the same time. There was about a week of using the Elocon on its own before I bought the Calendula tea. I was wondering if the Elocon was doing anything to help, as I saw no change in symptoms (perhaps I was impatient and it takes a while?) To be honest I was just desperate to alleviate his symptoms as it was distressing to see him chew his pads until bleeding. Bruno has never had a corticosteroid prescribed before so I can't compare it to Neocort or Cortavance. Suffice to say that at $70 a tube, the Elocon would want to make a difference!

I'll second this. After reading Erny's advice in other threads on using Calendular Tea I gave it a try. I had to search a few health food shops before I found it. It's very soothing on itchy skin. I use it as a final rinse after washing my dog and keep a spray bottle of it on hand too. When my dog was chewing his feet until they bled he was prescribed 'Elocon' cream. In Bruno's case, I honestly think that changing his diet and using Calendula tea made more of a difference. Whoot Toot - fantastic to hear, guys :D. Trinabean - even try skipping the shampoo bit for the wash and wash through the coat to the skin with the Calendula only (and as per usual, don't rinse). You'd be surprised at how clean and fresh the skin can become and as you have a short/fine coated breed dog, this shouldn't be too hard. It's hard to get out of being used to thinking/feeling that something's not washed unless it is suds up whereas the soapiness in any shampoo can affect the pH balance of a dog's skin. But I am so glad the Calendula works for you. Thanks Erny, I will try using Calendula only next time. :) I used some Aloveen shampoo yesterday because it was um.....needed. Silly boy rolled in something disgusting at the park. Otherwise I don't need to bath him often. His short smooth coat stays amazingly clean. I'll second this. After reading Erny's advice in other threads on using Calendular Tea I gave it a try. I had to search a few health food shops before I found it. It's very soothing on itchy skin. I use it as a final rinse after washing my dog and keep a spray bottle of it on hand too. When my dog was chewing his feet until they bled he was prescribed 'Elocon' cream. In Bruno's case, I honestly think that changing his diet and using Calendula tea made more of a difference. Did you use it to clear up his feet? Payton is not what I call a itchy dog but his feet are a mess currently and nothing is helping Yes, Bruno's feet were his main problem. I suspect it was a contact allergy of some sort. 'Elocon' was a greasy corticosteroid cream that I applied to his feet at night. I then used the Calendula tea in a dish to rinse his feet after our morning walk or if he was ferociously chewing his feet. I gently dried them after the rinse. So I was using a combination of things on his feet. Once his feet had settled down I stopped using Elocon and just used the tea rinse as needed. I do think the tea is very soothing, and have also sprayed it onto his tummy/ flanks with good results. My dog has had other health issues so if there is a less drastic/ invasive remedy I'm always interested. :)

Yes, I'd much rather have sat next to Liz and her baby than the rude grumpy woman! :laugh:

A theory like that might be best kept to yourself then. If you don't want public comment why post it on a public forum?

I'll second this. After reading Erny's advice in other threads on using Calendular Tea I gave it a try. I had to search a few health food shops before I found it. It's very soothing on itchy skin. I use it as a final rinse after washing my dog and keep a spray bottle of it on hand too. When my dog was chewing his feet until they bled he was prescribed 'Elocon' cream. In Bruno's case, I honestly think that changing his diet and using Calendula tea made more of a difference.

Good poll OSoswift. Looking at the sorts of things you are considering, I'm sure you will run an awesome kennel. :D I have nothing to add that hasn't been covered. I think your idea of having video monitoring of the kennels is a good one, a great way to check on dogs at night etc. without disturbing all of them. If only you were closer to Perth, I'd love you to look after Bruno! Let us know when your kennels are up and running. :)

I agree LappieHappy, I have friends who have always had 'pairs' of Boxers. Theirs have always been a desexed male and female combination, no problems. They are friendly in general. But their play style can be overwhelming to dogs that don't like too much body contact. Yes, both their play style and their body language can be a bit OTT for some dogs. On the whole I would say that most Boxers are friendly towards other dogs. Average price for a Boxer would vary depending on the breeder and state. I paid $1600 for a limited register male, and that was about the average in WA. And yes Showdog, sadly Boxers can age fairly early on. Some are here for a short time............. but what an awesome time they have! ;)

So sorry about your boy.

Very cool. What a lovely happy, healthy herd they look. :) edit: oops should have said 'pack' but 'herd' seemed to suit! :laugh: