becks

That sounds like the brand used over here for the guide dog puppies, my vets also offer this brand and another brand that is done at 8 and 11 weeks. Both brands over ride the dams immunity.

and so the truth comes out.... http://dogworld.co.uk/News/48-Vets THE MAJOR veterinary groups say they are disappointed that the Kennel Club’s new policy change has not gone further. Last week the KC announced that from 2012 it will no longer register puppies born by caesarean section from a bitch who has already had two such operations, and that it has asked vets to report any such procedure they carry out on KC-registered bitches. The KC said it had had discussions with veterinary organisations about restrictions on the number of litters born by caesarean section which should be registered, and decided that the new restriction will be imposed unless there are ‘scientifically proven welfare reasons, and ‘normally provided that the application is made prior to mating’. It was also announced that the KC will register no more than four litters from any one bitch. This is due to concerns that the current legal limit of six litters ‘can potentially be detrimental’ to a bitch’s welfare. However, the KC will grant permission for more than four if there is a ‘good and justifiable’ reason. Both restrictions will come into force on January 1, 2012. But the major veterinary groups are disappointed that the KC has not got tougher. The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the British Small Animals Veterinary Association (BSAVA) said they had lobbied strongly for the KC to stop registering puppies from a bitch who had undergone one caesarean section ‘with no exceptions’. And they said they would continue to push for this. They are concerned about what they call the ‘get-out clause’ in the KC rule which allows exceptions. They believe that ‘scientifically proven welfare reasons’ is an ill-defined term which could be ‘open to abuse and that there should be no exceptions’.

could be vestibular syndrome, which is relatively common in old dogs and gets better with time

have a look at her eyes, are the flickering? it sounds like vestibular syndrome - plenty of posts on here about it if you seach this forum.

Nothing like the cavs I know!

Maybe you should order in from Oz Becks - talk about sending coal to Newcastle probably be quicker! last time I bought from them was at a show, after waiting ages in line to pay, it still took over 10 minutes from initially taking my items from me to cash up to being asked for payment and I still had to remind them for a receipt twice. Newcastle could probably use the coal as it is buried in a couple of feet of snow atm! lol

Mine get left one day a week, now I'm at college and they cope OK with that (although they do have companionship of each other not a single dog left on it's own), my male though is still one to sulk with me for the next day. I leave them with a variety of treat ball type toys to give them something to do, leave the radio on for them

I have scented nappy bags for that use, to wouldn't want to use them for another purpose

I find the male minis generally more moody. eg. I was out at a couple of shows last weekend, got a fabulous welcome home from the girls but the mature male just put himself in his crate each time I looked at him! It is also the girls who come over for cuddles and pile around me on the sofa

does she also have a cat? wounds from cats can be nasty

the Groomers cucumber and something shampoo is also good for keeping the coarse texture, only tried it recently as their customer service in the UK is terrible.

Hi becks, I have 3 Westies and use laserlites which is ok but their hair is really soft...do Vetzyme have a non-flea shampoo that leaves their hair feeling like wire? Or is there another shampoo that leaves the coat coarse-feeling (I don't strip the dogs) Shampoo won't create a texture that isn't already there. If the dogs are clipped, I just use a white shampoo and then a conditioner on the westies I clip as they just have the softer undercoat and no coarse top coat.

i wouldn't give my dogs anything for mild pain, pain is there for a reason - to encorage the dog to rest and let things heal.

Whatever you choose to use, keep an eye on the dogs. I know mine would just enjoy the challenge of trying to get over the new fence! I have part of my garden blocked off with the 4 foot panels, I know one dog can get over them but she has never tried, the others spent a good few weeks looking for a weakness in the new fence that they could exploit.

Pop!! She has been told that they do not shed. if clipped, they don't shed, h/s dogs can loose a little hair, especially when the coat is starting to 'blow' They have no (doggie) smell. they don't BUT the beard can get a bit ripe, depending on where it has recently been, some dogs have a smell like an old dish cloth in the beard. The coat is harsh when stripped as per a Show dog but soft when clipped. The coat will be a different colour when clipped ie p/s will just be plain grey, the blacks can also fade to grey That the male is a better option than a female (personality wise) Really depends on what you want from a dog, I personally prefer the bitches - but there is no real difference. However, as she is interested in the standard size, these are the most dominant and pushy to challenge the owner all the time and will sieze the chance to take over. Standards are not really a breed for a first time owner, unless they are prepared for a lot of work and a steep learning curve. They require plenty of exercise and mental stimulations. Minis are generally considered the easiest size to live with, most aren't barkers. Giants fall somewhere between these 2, although some can be more dominant then others. I know that Schnauzer are a great little dog and make a fantastic family pet, are these facts true about them? Yes, the make fabulous pets - in the right home!! Schnauzers aren't little dogs though What else can you tell me about them? What else do you need to know? Giants and minis should be eye tested (pups and parents) Giants and standards are starting to be hipscored more these days. She says she is getting the Medium size not the 'toy' (?) or Giant. I thought there was only Miniature or Giant?? Miniature (about 13 - 14") , Schnauzer (about 18 or 19")and Giant (23.5 - 27.5") Minis come in solid black, solid white, black & silver or pepper & salt Schnauzers p/s or solid black Giants solid black or p/s

The smallers ones usually have the spunkier temperaments too.

but a tiny puppy may not have had such a good attachement to the uterus as it's siblings

Just used Vetzyme flea shampoo on the one I am showing tomorrow - keeps the coat nice and harsh, rinses easily. Also use UK brand DeZynaDog shampoos and the Groomers EPO, interesting to know people like the banana and mango shampoo they do, I think it smells like vomit! lol

As others have said, the low allergy dogs aren't necessarily going to have no effect on your friend. I have developed an allergy to dogs, I am worse with breeds like Westies who shed a lot into the air, but even grooming my schnauzers now can have me fighting to breathe, unless I have recently taken an antihistamine or 2.

I keep my minis on 3 meals a day until at least 5 months old, usually until 6 months old.

Was that just from one usage on him?

I'd use one if he has been neutered, you aren't going to wreck the coat. Or just use damp rubber gloves and push your hands through the coat and pull any pale hair that is ready to come out.

These days I prefer doing the judging!

The pup will be fine inside, it isn't a plant and won't die from lack of sunshine lol lol!! That's not to say that you shouldn't take the dog outside and spend time with them to play, exercise and train along with socialising. of course indoor dogs will work for you, i have never had a problem with that, you may even find you have a better bond with this dog then the 2 you have outside who spend all the time playing with each other - how much time do you spend with them as individuals with training etc?? The only issues I can see is how you will house train a dog when you are out all day and the pup getting bored on their own all day

just one more rule to push breeders to go out and buy a poodle stud dog actually I know a few ex show breeders and an ex dog warden who have now gone down that route!!