Loraine

Thank you both for the great advice.

I think right now my son is really concerned at the huge weight loss. My son is about to move into a new rental property Tuesday their time, so Alfie will be moving again.

I'll pass on the info about the lamb flaps and ox cheek and the higher calorie kibbles.

As always good advice from DOL'ers

My son's Wei has just arrived in the UK. He spent about 4 weeks in kennels here before his trip. He has lost a ton of weight - over Skype last night I could see Alfie and his rib bones and hips are sticking out.

I have advised son to feed little and often, high protein value foods such as white meats, oily fish, egg whites and a good mix of veggies.

Anyone have any more advice.

Alfie was only fed kibble when they lived here, not sure what happened at the kennels, but he looks like he stopped eating as soon as they left him (he has been in these kennels before, for shorter periods.)

If you want the doggie booster seats look on Ebay, there are quite a few at decent prices.

Horty you lucked out with Rolf. What a gorgeous boy he is and his manners seem to be impeccable.

Hopefully next year I can do the walk with my new Affie, Iggy. I'll look out for you.

Happy birthday Coco, may you be spoiled rotten for the whole week.

Horty that is one handsome boy. You are so lucky to have come across a fella that fits right in with the others

Lisey I am so very sorry. RIP Lola

Keeping everything crossed for a great outcome.

Thank you for stopping to poick up this wee boy. Last owners should be jailed for animal mistreatment.

With a smile like his I can see how you wanted to save him

My son is sending me the money for Iggy's airfate from Vic to Perth totally awesome surprise.

Cute

The man is a cretin and should stick to gardens and leave the dogs alone

What a beauty he is, you licky duck

fantastic news, Loraine, I have been thinking you needed a dog. I know it will be a hyge success.

And new pups beat "pregnant" hands down!!

Too right Jed :laugh: How are you tracking these days??? I often think about you.

Gorgeous puppy. So glad your Mum listened to your wise words of advice. I am sure she will never regret it

Hehehe

It's like finding out you're pregnant.

Congrats!

Not at my age I should hope :laugh:

You can see him here: http://www.wilooka.com/petprofile.php?action=showpetprofile&id=81

I have just agreed and been approved to purchase an adult Affenpinscher from a lovely lady in Victoria. He is a 3 yr old neutered Aus Champion and MULTI CLASS IN GROUP WINNER.

He will be coming to be at the beginning of next month, flight and such have to be arranged.

IAs my only son has just returned tot he UK with his kids and dog, I felt the time was right for me to get anoher friend.

After scouring the DOL breed pages I was in favour of a Griffon, but then saw this Affie boy and love hit me between the eyes.

This will be the second adult dog I will have got through DOL

Can you say I am excited, Yes You Can!!!!

thanks for the tips guys, im not that bothered about the pooing, and yes she eats advance biccies, so her poos are nice and solid, hence it doesnt really matter where they are, its just the wees, cos it stains the pavers, and onviously makes them smell.

yes maybe i shouldt stress so much, i guess im lucky she is toilet trained and goes outside.

i was thinking of buying a tray and put the turf in there, and put it under cover, at least then it wont stain the pavers, and i can easily clean it.

thanks :)

For the wees try putting a tablespoon of cloudy cider vinegar (the mother is cloudy) in the water bowl, that helps reduce the pong.

When my Coco started doing this it was due to a health problem. See if you can cath some wee in a saucer, put it into a sterile container and take to the vet with the Dog.

She is obviously feeling much better, hat may change when the food she nicked starts to move thru her :laugh:

I have had another visit from Zedley, Wednesday night I was woken by his feet hitting the side of the chest of drawers he used to sleep next to. I thought I was dreaming, but I lifted my head off the pillow and heard the same sound again. Right now my son (only child) and his family are about to return to the UK to live and a feel that Zedley is watching over me.

So sorry for the losses Hesa, just not bloody fair.

The rest of the litter are looking good. Any word about one going to Finland or has everything changed due to the circumstances?

My Auntie used to have one (many years ago) and I used to walk and play with him. He was 99% good, but by heck his teeth were sharp and painful when he took a mood on him, my ankle still winces at the pain :laugh:

What a great greeting for Dad!!!! You can tell he is much loved by his pack.

I am so sorry that Rusty has gone to the Bridge. You heart will no doubt break for a very long time (but it does get easier not to keep blubbering. You did what you had to do for your best mate, and for that Rusty loves you.