Rosetta

If you click on the link you will find it is a different story - as the OP has clarified. I thought I had seen that story about the swallowed object and the caesarean somewhere ages ago!

That is so adorable - good girl Renae

I agree - it may not be pretty but at least the dog would be more comfortable!

Cavies are beautiful little dogs and I think are perfect for children. BUT children must be taught to be gentle with them - as with all puppies - as they are very tolerant of mishandling and rough treatment. You may pick up some pointers and breeder recommendation on the breed sub forum - as others have said a breeder who will tell you what tests they conduct is a must. Good luck.

Apparently there has been some reluctance by horse owners to take up the new vaccination. Why would this be when it is such a devastating disease?

I really don't understand people like that - they don't take care of the dog but keep getting it out of the pound. Why on earth don't they rehome it?? Any idea what happened to the little Cav ?

I would groom it BUT I would take a "before" photo in case the owners are difficult when you contact them. The poor dog must be very uncomfortable - may be flea ridden as well perhaps? They may not be interested in getting the dog back if it is that neglected and the dog would be more comfortable in the pound if that is the outcome. It is a difficult one - a lot depends on the owner's attitude - e.g. it may be an elderly person who is not very able to care for it.

Great news Westiemum Sounds like Mac's night wanderings were related to his medical problems rather than his dementia - hope he is sleeping soundly now (you too :D )

Home made mostly now - cooked mince/chicken/fish/egg and veges - sweet potato, pumpkin, carrot, peas. Plus a spoonful of Eukanuba Sensitive Skin per day. Itching has lessened considerably since almost eliminating the kibble and preparing home-made. It is honestly just as easy - there is usually plenty of left-overs in the house to put together meals for 1 small dog.

This is the Today Tonight story - the kennel is named in the story. http://au.news.yahoo.com/today-tonight/lifestyle/article/-/17959084/kennel-sued-for-pet-death/ I hope these poor people are successful with the litigation.

Aww thanks :) I have to say when the dogs are with me they are like my own, if there are any concerns at all their owners are contacted immediately, even if it isn't a need to see the vet emergency situation. I treat others and their dogs as I would wish myself and mine to be treated. That means their physical and mental health are equally important. I go into the kennels multiple times throughout the night if there are storms and I have known storm phobic dogs, There are genuine people who really do care. The ones that don't yep they can be shut down :) I hope your clients appreciate you! Yours is obviously the type of kennel we are all looking for but they are so hard to find.

This is how I view it also. You can do all the research possible and ask all the right questions before deciding on a kennel but in the end you also have to trust that there is appropriate attention to safety by the staff. I hate using kennels - you just have to trust that they actually do what they say they do.

That guy is unbelievable - what an attitude Good luck MUP. So many councils just want to take the easy way out - the more they are exposed the better.

How is Mac recovering now from his surgery Westiemum? Did you try the Thundershirt on him yet?

Unlikely to be the owner if it was inside the kennel. Stupidity all round. What show was it on?

Interesting to see the various opinions regarding suing in this case. I remember in the tragic case of Buddy the vast majority of posters supported legal action. A lot would depend of course on the kennel's approach to the incident when informing the owners initially. In the end the best revenge is perhaps being able to name the business responsible for the neglect - sometimes tying the matter up in the courts precludes this from happening. These people are certainly grieving their loss and perhaps they feel that issuing of an infringement notice by the council is not sufficient to change the kennel's practices. I feel very sad for them - they would be feeling guilty about leaving the little dog in the kennel as well.

Yes I see the premise of the case being around the pain and suffering caused to the owners through the negligence of the kennel rather than the monetary value of the animal. If they are successful it will give all kennels an incentive to lift their game. I don't think they would give a rats about the money - they want the kennel to be held accountable. Yes awful for both dogs - but the second dog would have had a kinder death.

Poor people lost their little dog Grommet when it was killed by another dog at a kennel at Bracken Ridge in SE Qld. A reminder to thoroughly check out kennels and make sure that dogs are separated. RIP little Grommet - 10 years old and to be killed like that Pleased that the owners are suing. http://www.news.com.au/national-news/queensland/brisbane-couple-sue-after-their-pet-dies-in-a-boarding-pet-motel-at-bracken-ridge/story-fnii5v6w-1226677294501

Absolutely... Well said... If it was a banned breed there would be more severe legal ramifications I should imagine - that would be why they are investigating the breed involved.

I am pleased that the appropriate treatment has now commenced but I would be very angry that the little guy was not diagnosed and treated earlier - he could have had a few less days in such discomfort. Really hoping things pick up for him now. You are such a devoted carer and put such effort into the care of these little ones.

Thanks Rosetta, Yes i think he is confused - and a bit depressed? Do dogs get depressed? He's certainly not happy to be here and I think he's missing his new Mum Anyone got any suggestions? I think naturally he will be a bit confused and take a few days to settle again. I don't think you can do anything much - its just one of those things. The main thing is he will soon have his new family back and hopefully no more separations for a while after that!

Poor Olly - must be a bit confusing for him Still once the week is up he will be back home and hopefully can settle for the long term. Lucky he has you and the westies to stay with in the meantime WM! Such a happy ending for the cute little guy

The poor baby - such a struggle I would be tempted to get another vet opinion. I presume his trachea has been checked? Prayers are with him and hopes for some improvement.

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Sorry WM - we are just having fun thinking how cute Mac would look in these outfits. I am sure the neck wound will heal up nicely and he will be a new man! Looking forward to more updates. Do you think he will be able to wear his Thundershirt now? Oh I see you like the outfit Perse posted - very cute. :)