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That is what I have heard. I will buy some and try it tommorow

It's known as the 3 S's here - Shoot, Shovel and Shut up

Some of you on here mention spreading lime for stinky dog areas. What sort of lime? Is it just the garden lime and can I buy it from my local hardware store? Is it cheap and available in small bags? Thanks

We found Kikuyu is the best and toughest lawn ever! We had it in our previous garden and the dogs ran all over it (and pooed and weed...girl dogs) it also endured a bad drought and 45 degree heat. The previous 2 made it go yellow and look sorta dead but give it a bit of water and hey presto back it grows back green and lush and forgiving as ever. Perhaps the seed version is not the same as the runner version? We've always had running Kikuyu. It can also get very spongy over time...good to lay on, almost soft as a mattress.

I just had to share this funny sign with you.

Chinese Crested hairless. Def no shedding, no odour, no fleas and heaps of personality....and a plus is you get to dress it up.

I used to be part of an American breed specific forum. I have 3 dogs, One 90% indoor dog, one 50% indoor/outdoor dog and one 100% outdoor. I have my reasons for this and I believe all 3 dogs are super happy and each dog knows his/her place. Once the Americans on the forum found out this bit of info they were most un-kind to me and suggested I get rid of my dogs and some even suggested reporting me to the RSPCA. I found this insanely hilarious as all 3 of my dogs live better lives and are better fed than some human children. I don't think Americans understand that our Aussie lifestyle is very much an outdoor one, living part of our time most of the year under our verandahs or pergolas or on our decks. We often cook outside, eat outside, hangout outside and our dogs are right there with us. Outdoor dogs here in Australia aren't ignored and can be as much a part of the family as indoor dogs. If I was to bring my 100% outdoor dog inside as suggested by members of that forum she would just feel uncomfortable as it's not her place, never has been and never will be. I don't believe dogs should be left in crates all day and it seemed most of them did this while at work all day. Dogs love being outside in the sun and sometimes even in the rain. They like doing doggy, outdoor things like rolling on the grass and digging holes.

Just found out today that our obedience club will have a rally o this year along with our trials. No idea what this is or is involved. I asked the instructor and she explained a little so I sorta got the gist but I would like a better explanation of what is involved. And can any dog join in or is it for the higher classes? We are both currently in class 2. We would love to give it a try.

Yep I'm a law breaker...jail me. Once we were at a rural beach in Vic, no-one else around but us (weekday). Everyone else went down to the beach to look at some cave. There were no dogs allowed on the beach or the grassed area near the car park. It was a 38 deg day and there was no way I was leaving my dog in a hot car....so I took him down to the beach with the rest of the family (on his lead). And yep humans do more damage...many times have I removed broken glass bottles off the beach, I'd rather step in dog poo than sharp glass. (although I pick up dog poo, always have one of those plastic bags in my back pocket)

A counterattack and dismissal of the individual with no authority over the jurisdiction would have suffice. The latter of your comment was unnecessary. Pfffffffft whateva!!

I used to be a cleaner, did it for 10 years...but no way would I be telling someone what to do on the school oval, in the hall or classroom yeah, but not the outside grassed areas....not my area.

I wouldn't let a mere cleaner boss you around. He's most likely the type that has a dog in his back yard who he hardly ever sees and never walks

When you love your dogs as much as we all do on here it's a good thought that they should be allowed everywhere but unfortunately that's not possible. My dogs are part of the family and when we go camping most places don't allow dogs. This is the main reason we no longer go camping. I really miss the campfires and good times we had in the bush and by the river. The best camping is mostly in national parks and of course they are a no go zone for dogs. Makes me mad as often we've cleaned up other campers rubbish which they think is ok to leave scattered about after they leave, we've also seen hoons cutting up the tracks with their 4 wheel drives. Also witnessed kids ripping up newly planted trees and seen evidence of hunting. And yet we can't take our well behaved dog on a lead!! Also hate beaches where dogs are banned, especially in winter where there is no one else around, seems silly you can't take the dog there if no one else is on the beach anyway.. I've often though there should be some sort of licensing where responsible dog owners could be awarded points giving them the right to take their dogs to some national parks, beaches ect. Not sure how it would work...dog obedience classes, de-sexed dogs, vaccinated...?

I feel your pain Daveri. I have a German Shepard, a well known watch dog breed....but a watch dog she isn't. Most likely cowers and hides if an intruder should enter my property. She was a pound rescue. Hoping our Boxer will perform better watch dog duties (only a youngster atm).

Sometimes my Chinese Crested Mojo gets all playful after a big meal. I try and discourage his playful behavior as it's not uncommon for him to chuck up the lot and re-eat it. ew!

My idiot dog is scared of any flea treatment...spot on type, powder and spray.

Yeah what is it with that??? My German shep is afraid of the brush and the flea treatment too. I have to go outside with them hidden behind my back then catch her and hold her tight while I brush and spray her. I dunno why as it doesn't hurt, and it's not an unpleasant experience...infact you'd think the brushing would feel nice...but she's weird what more can I say!

I have a Boxer, a Chinese crested and a German Shepard. Yep we get comments. Some days everyone wants to pat the Crestie, other days the Boxer gets all the attention...depends who's out on the day.

Why don't you buy one of those pet bowls that have a lid that lifts up when dog (or cat) steps on platform in front. I have seen them somewhere but can't remember where.

There isn't a 'better' way in these situations and there is no point beating yourself up over it. Any information given to those people would have gone in one ear and out the other, worse case scenario it would have started an argument. You could still speak the staff who bought the pups in a neutral way if you wanted to. Why not put some information together for them to give next time you visit? Probably worth mentioning to management as well, an aged care facility is not the right place for random dogs. Isn't it against health regulations? In SA it is not against the health regulation rules. As long as the dogs do not go into food prep areas. I work in aged care and friends and relatives will often bring in a dog or 2 or even a litter of puppies for the residents pleasure. These old people have nothing to do all day and for the dog lovers amongst them seeing a dog or a puppy, cuddling it and interacting with it brings them much happiness and breaks the monotony in their otherwise sad existence. The staff (including me) also enjoy these experiences. I often take my little dog in too, he loves it as much as the residents.

Not much help with tips but you need to rectify this behavior now. My parents had a clingy dog. He ruined their lives. They could go no-where, do nothing without worrying about the dog. He pooed and vomited all over the house (and yelped constantly) when they went out. If they took him and left him in the car he'd do same. They were pretty clueless about dogs though and it was them that caused the behavior in the first place. In the end the dog had to be put down so they could have a life. After that they went back to cats. Better choice.

I just found this thread and read all 14 pages. Now I kinda wish I hadn't cause I have to go to bed sad But like others have said least cookie had love and warmth before the end. You did your best...good on ya!

Actually you could be right there. My boxer puppy was the quiet one who sat in the back of the box and watched. He was also the runt.

Hello....I have a boxer, he is my first boxer. He is 7 months old. He is very calm and well behaved inside. He excels in dog obedience and is very smart. He sleeps outside in a kennel/run on his bed with our female German Shepard. It gets pretty cold here at night but the big dogs have always slept outdoors, he doesn't seem to mind. He loves to play and can get very boisterous but calms down easily when he knows we've finished playing. Unfortunately he loves to dig and our once lovely lawn is not the same. Hopefully he'll grow out of that habit. Come over and join us in the boxer thread in the breed subforums. More info and discussions on boxers in there and we are a friendly bunch.