Cosmolo

I think things like this put off some of the very people that would approach things the right way while the people who are difficult buyers don't care.

I don't like hard and fast rules for every puppy buyer either. I simply wouldn't go to a breeder who wouldn't let me have any input into the puppy choice. Of course i would want them to have input as well. But i wouldn't respond well to being told which puppy was mine with no choice. On the flip side- i wish many people i know had had an experienced breeder choose their puppy for them as they didn't have the experience to do so. Every puppy buyer is different.

This survey is part of a research project being done by a good friend of mine. It can be completed by anyone who is currently or has in the past been paid to train dogs. It is very promising that this kind of research is being undertaken so if you fall into the above category, please do take the time to complete the survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/3RP7DP6

Thanks everyone, i have passed on some details to my clients and hopefully they will be in touch with these breeders soon. They are very keen to welcome a dog into their family again.

I am assisting a wonderful client (who has had a very unfortunate experience with their previous dog) to source a new companion. They have (after some advice) decided a Cocker Spaniel would best suit their situation so i would like some recommendations for good breeders in Victoria. Ideally they would have litters available within a reasonable period of time.

This is an excellent home who are willing to do anything they need to do to welcome a new puppy to the family.

Happy to send you our recall program notes- they don't require a helper. Email [email protected] if you'd like them

I have lots of clients that do. They do smell a little but not too bad if cleaned regularly.

Megan do you have a jump (i'd just make it pole on ground so not actually having to 'jump') at home you can do some free shaping with?

no she's not Erny

Deb Colling in Beaumaris has treated me for 6 years, my dog for 3 years and i have recommended her to 2 other DOLers who use her. Will try to find her number.

I worked with a child whose mother contacted me at her wits end. They had tried child therapists and a variety of other options to try to desensitise the child to dogs. She was so fearful that she would not come down from play equipment if she could even see a dog and would break down if she needed to pass one on the street. She had a rabbit- which had helped with some things but she still could not bear to see a dog.

We did 3 sessions and did a variety of exercises using my own dogs. The dogs being used for situations like this are hard to come by- i have 5 dogs and though all of them are fantastic with children- but one would have been too boisterous to start with, one would have greeted her with a 'woo woo' etc. I used different dogs at different points of the training- i am fortunate enough to have such wonderful teaching dogs for these situations. Its vital to work at the childs pace, not over face them and focus on giving them control in a variety of ways. By the end of our time working together, this child could hold my dogs lead, give commands, give treats and a short pat.

Try to find a professional with dogs that can help.

Be very careful about timidity. Take your time finding a breeder that you can develop a rapore with and if possible spend some time at a dog show watching the various dogs and the way they behave.

I find lagottos to be wonderful to train- but timidity does seem to present as a problem with some.

I don't think any of my dogs would run though- they'd stick with us. It would be case by case- every situation would be different and require a different response.

Might be interested too.

It was pretty hot today- a few pups in my classes were the same. I wouldn't be too concerned and the treats you're trying sound good but i'd also try some chicken or four legs as well.

I want one! Woudl love to know the story behind the bunny.

I do regularly when speaking to the dogs or about the dogs to my husband but not really when referencing them to other people.

email hasn't arrived- send it to [email protected] and i should receive it!

Shouldn't be but i have emptied it a bit anyway!

Talking stones is the name of the company who do beautiful rocks and plaques. We have one for our old boy and i think its gorgeous.

Can i hijack and ask how often people generally need to sharpen their blades?

My own dog nearly broke my nose last year. How terribly sad for the dog and owner.

Our tenant is moving out so i thought i would let everyone know of a pet friendly rental. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom with separate hallway and laundry and 1 year old kitchen. Good size, fully fenced backyard. Well behaved pets welcome. Located in Frankston near Jubilee Reserve, Monash University and the hospital in a complex of 6. Space for 2 cars.

We have a "So you've adopted a dog" booklet as a free resource for rescuers to use. Feel free to email [email protected] if you would like it.

Good for you Megan. I hope this afternoon brings positive news and treatment if needed.

Dexter also sees Deb 4-5 times a year at the moment and it makes a noticable difference to his joint issues.