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No Ruth now I'm confusing things sorry. It goes: Kitty Kat Jen Jen Aden Saffie Cleo Poppy

That's my girl! She's the best. :D And at six - yeah she's not quite senior but I try to help any age if I can. Being a small rescue ..... wish I could do more. And her breed? LOL well you can't love silkies and leave out the yorkies and aussies - and even their crosses. I love them all. The second photo? I think that was her name, but there were so many dogs I couldn't remember all their names Yes that's Saffie! Tiny Tim's sister and it's nice to see such a lovely photo - she's still camera shy. So true Megan. I'll just add - Linda (Toots) never boasts about her work for the seniors but the photos tell 1000 words. If anyone is interested, see Dexter's page on her site. Start at the bottom for his first photo. Rescuing seniors is a long term commitment and expensive as well but Linda is fearless and determined to give these oldies back a quality of life after they are abandoned in pounds by owners who frankly ought to get a kick up the arse in the very least.

editing to add names in order of appearance: Kitty Kat - maltese Jen Jen - pom cross pixie Aden - maltese cross shihtzu Saffie - chi and sister to Tim Cleo - Australian Terrier Poppy - Silky Terrier (who is staying in care due to ongoing medical) <<--Ruth I've used this for my new avatar

Sorry Jane. ;) RIP little Bebe.

I do remember an email going around - something christmassy from china it was pot pourri or gift soap, something commonly around this time of year. Dogs were eating it an getting violently ill. Sorry, bit sketchy on the details but will google. eta it was potpourri from India and the poison was strychnine.

I ordered it from vetnpet. After someone mentioned it on Dol as being v good. Side effects: i had one dog chunder about an hour later. No other side effects to report and the fleas were dead in 3hrs. It must be given on a full stomach. Has apparently been available in the U.S. for around 2yrs. Erny, if it was just me and my dogs I think i'd agree with you. And still recommend caution with any chemical treatment. BUT With fosters coming in and out, and the occasional flea ridden kitten/s absolutely riddled from head to toe- i need to keep on top of parasites and am especially vigilant. Particularly after getting two fosters with untreated flea allergy (isn't it delightful to inherit problems people couldn't be bothered with! ;) ) - one bite will set them off and get them back into the medication cycle which is a quality of life issue in my opinion. The spot-on type ones had gradually gotten less effective over time and this seems to be a common story in my local area. With any treatment the efficacy decreases over time i suppose. Natural essential oil collars were only moderately effective. Garlic the same. Permoxin dipping was ok, but didn't last - plus with cats, it gave me the heebie jeebies to have that residue near them even if it's dry on the dog's coat as they often kiss and hug and sleep together. :D I have a kitten snuggler here too. Capstar - great but too temporary. So I've effectively cut down on the overall chemicals used. Heartworm will be treated separately and everyone can go back onto the quarterly worming schedule of the old days before Advocate/Revolution.

I just tried it. It works!!! It's simple to administer (in food), and the fleas all died in a matter of hours. Good riddance you little biters. ;)

What horrible luck. Hang in there, even pound pups with not the best start to life have pulled through. Just let the vet give all the suportive treatment and pray puppy's little system can do the rest.

You're right, it shouldn't be a regular thing (if it happens too often you'll need to have her checked) but a bit of yellow liquid -sometimes with a bit of white foam- often means an empty tum. Maybe the wormer gave her a bit of a clean out.

Was it early? Before breakfast?

Pixie meg, if you're googling - the term is vaccinosis An old Dol thread even comes up. here

She is absolutely perfect Caz. Treasure every moment, the oldies are such a gift. Well done for whisking her to safety.

Maybe she should have a house-rabbit instead. :D I think if it's that stomach churning, a premium dry would be a compromise? Something I hadn't considered until recently told of a lady who chose this rather than vegetarian food for her dog.

:D wow! So many ideas, thanks all!

Ah! Of course it's supposed to be good for anal glands. Would you grate or cook/mash do you think?

I need to pass on some tips. And hope they are taken in the spirit intended. ;) It's a smaller breed dog, to be honest she is chunky not obese ..... but could be one day. I just think she needs to shift some of that weight (and seems to pack it on way more than the other dog in her home who eats the same amount). Diet is currently ok, raw and some veg. I just need a few ideas for safe filler basically. (did someone mention gelatine once?) Try to cut down the actual size of meals and she is ravenous. And should she be vitamin supplemented while dieting?

Like this? linky except they are out of stock

I've had enough today thanks.

yes there was a lot not answered.

What about the other posts bargs. I'm confused. foster puppies..money..inquiries... :D I don't know the whole story sorry. Just what's here.

My guess is: First thing the vet will do is check Smelly's anal glands. If it's as simple as emptying them, stand back it is gross lol. You can learn to empty them yourself and a bit more dietary fibre should help as far as I know. BUT please do check asap, he could have a manky infected or even abscessed anal gland and/or local skin infection from hair getting moist around his rear. All fixable with vet treatment.

Oh Juice how sad, I am so sorry. :D

No one said the dog wasnt desexed that I can see brain fart yes you are correct - no mention.

Who put her onto an undesexed dog?

That's quite a coincidence. What a shame about the carers. :D Good luck Judy.