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I'd be leery about a full positive behaviourist for this issue with this breed. I would go for a more rounded trainer that has experience with this particular breed of dog.

If you can't get them to poundies then I know that some homeless shelters etc would probably give them to the homeless as matresses. That could be an option?

pm'd you KC

Yeah the well managed ones are lovely dogs. They're just a lot of dog for inexperienced people.

Yup they are. I know of a few crosses and a lady who had 4 (purebred) and had them all put down for aggression over a few years. They are definitely not a dog for the inexperienced dog owner.

Was he definitely just pure kelpie cross pure staffy? If so there's a chance, it's tougher to tell with unknowncrosses as there's always a chance there's a number of breeds contributing to colour genetics.

I was just talking generally not you specifically :)

Yup that's irish spotting :) It's sometimes hard to know whether they are pure kelpie or have border collie in them and that's why they work like one. Still can't locate that breeder lolYou can see the white broken stripe on this one's face (not mine). That's the irish spotting I mean. The one I had had a small spot on the top of her neck http://dims.vetstreet.com/dims3/MMAH/crop/0x0+0+0/resize/645x380/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fassets.prod.vetstreet.com%2F35%2Fda1240aec111e088ab0050568d634f%2Ffile%2FAustralian-Kelpie-3-645km071411.jpg

I work in Jugiong which is just off the hume highway so you can always drop them off to me at work. Literally seconds off the highway :)

It depends, I currently have no large coats at all and we have a couple of larger dogs in the pound. Not sure what Nina has. It's up to you, you can send them to me or Nina.

Med-Lrg coats and blankets :)if you contact me (unless you want to send to one of nina's pounds) then I can distribute to the pounds as needed.

Thanks PL, and thanks LG!

Most Staffords don't bother to nest until the last minute. They are always too busy to get in the box and if there's people about, there's always somewhere else to be. Stafford bitches are in general great mothers, providing the owners know what sings to look for and whelp with calcium sanzdoz or troy syrup on hand. Ok thanks for that. I have limited experience with whelping SBTs, I know if working dogs don't nest they usually don't mother correctly either

I would have some bottles and teats on hand, some feeding syringes, some heat mats and colostrum as well. Just in case

Just keep an eye on her as dogs that don't nest can sometimes (in my experience) be poor mothers.

That cat probably saved his life or at least his leg. Best cat in the world.

Try JRT Rescue in Sydney ETA: They could also try registered breeders with older dogs they're no longer using or showing.

The moment that dog clocked onto the boy and its posture went rigid I freaked out. That boy could've died, that attack was serious. GO SUPER CAT!

If my vet had have lied to me i would have sued their arses. I'm sorry but if my dog was in pain and suffering from a debilitating illness i would want my veterinarian to tell me whether I wanted to hear it or not. I understand it must be very hard for you to accept but I believe you need to say your final goodbyes and have your dog euthanased. He sounds as if he is suffering and is in pain. It is the hardest decision but our dogs trust us with their entire lives, entire meaning the very end and the hardest decision. I would also suggest getting a new vet for any remaining animals once your dog passes. So sorry for your impending loss.

I was going to say the same :laugh: I will definitely post photos when the puppies arrive. I'm feeling a little more confident today; I had a lengthy discussion with my vet yesterday and she suggested letting my girl at least go into labour, rather then having an elective c-section. She is confident all will go well but did tell me if its getting close to AH and nothing is happening, get her up to the surgery so I don't get slugged with extra fees. The whelping box is ready to go and my girl had a nap it in last night. She's still sleeping in our room (I don't think I will be able to change that until the time comes - she whines and barks if she's not in the bedroom with us and our boy). I'm going to go to the op-shop on Saturday and stock up on old sheets - I've got a few, but I would rather be super prepared and most of our rags are old towels with loopy fabric. Thanks again all - photos to come! Could you move the box into your bedroom or you may find she tries to move the pups there by herself.

the key with any high energy breed is consistency and commitment in training and exercise as well as family time. Get a good breeder who gets to know your family so they can choose the right puppy for you. A recognised obedience school with proven track record and good reviews. Go to a few meets without the dog first to see if you like what you see. Same with puppy school. Borders can be wonderful dogs with great direction and training and they can be absolute nightmares without so as long as you're dedicated and committed. I wouldn't see why this couldn't work.

Did it once for me, the second time worked.

Bad link here too

Were you touching his side when you were doing paws, leaning on it etc? Nope, ran my hand down his side and that's when he reacted again, wasn't touching his paws this time. He's probably just being a jerk but if you're concerned take him to the vet, he could have an injury.

Were you touching his side when you were doing paws, leaning on it etc?