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I think I'm trying to see improvement in him, which may not actually be there. I admit I'm well and truly out of my depth with what to do. Appreciate your advice, your probably right about his behaviour. He reacts to everything and goes into a barking, growling freazy, hackles up teeth showing. doesn't respond to verbal correction but if I bang something he will stop look then continue with behaviour.

it is hard but need to do the right thing by him and only hope that sending him back is the right thing for him. I also need to do the right thing for my other dog

If I had known he was like this there's no way in hell I would have taken him...lol That's one of my fear if he does get out what will happen. I will admit emotionally I'm all over the place with what to do. I have a sign on the door now not to come in. The plumber has been here every day for the last 3 days and he will still try to eat the plumber. I think one of my biggest worry is, I send him back and they rehome him again to someone and not be honest about his behaviours. Then he goes through this again, its not fair on him In my head I know what I need to do think I just needed to hear it. thank you

I was told he was friendly, sweet and loves cuddles. Which at times he does, love being with you but will attack anything/anyone that comes near. the vet didn't agree with valium as they said once it wears off you could have a time bomb on your hands. I was going to get him desexed but the vets wont at the moment due to his behaviour. I head tells me to send him back but my heart tells me not to give up on him. Ill see what the behaviourist has to say and go from there.. Thanks everyone appreciate everyone assistance

Thank you Tassie, I will follow that up..

I have a 12 month old Yorkshire terrier and need help. I have only recently adopted him. he isn't desexed Ill give a run down on him When I picked him up from the airport we couldn't get him out of the crate, kept attacking the crate door and trying to bite. ended up buying the crate once home I figured he would still be stressed put him on the back patio to settle, left him in the crate for a while as he was still attacking. when I did open the crate he attacked as I opened the door drawing blood let to his own device for a while with food and water trying to engage him over the next 4 days attacked every time I went near him. while asleep in the cage, I got the door close and took him to the vets for a check up. he had the crate rocking with lots of aggression they couldn't do anything with him. it was suggested he be put down. 4 days after he arrived and letting everyone one know he wasnt happy. he just snapped out of it and became very sweet and loves cuddles. he will now play with my other dog has a few issues but is doing heaps better. One of the biggest worries is when anyone arrives he goes ballistic and attacks people, dogs. if I pick him up to put him in another room he bites me. my neighbours have children and I have concerns he will bite them. he isn't chicken or bird friendly in anyway. I have spoken to the previous owner who said to put him on valium. I am after advice if anyone can recommend a behaviourist in the Ipswich area. I admit I am finding him very stressful as I honestly don't know what to expect at times.

Yogis not hard to fall in love with, She is so sweet and eager to please. Typical teenager in some ways throe... She has no idea how big she is and loves to try and sit on my lap.. Will see about getting some photos to load

been out to see Sue, Yogi is cow hocked and looks like she has a elbow problem and high chance she has some form of hip dysplasia So we will start swimming to help build muscle, decent food, ester C, glucosamine and see how she goes. She will never walk correctly but as long as she's happy and pain free, then its all good Thanks everyone appreciate the advice and contacts. Sue lovely to meet you and your crew

Thanks Kirty wasn't sure where to get it from. Haredown Whippets it was mentioned earlier about someone having to keep there dog on concrete or solid ground for a while, that's what I was referring to. I am looking at finding a vet with knowledge on large breeds, which is what I asked for in my first email. I don't want to just go from vet to vet wanted a good vet from the start so we can work out the best care plan for her. I also have concerns about her back end, but will do what I can to ensure she is happy, comfortable, pain free and have the best quality of life I can give her. Appreciate everyone's advice

Thanks everyone, I will get her some eagle pack today and where do I get the ester C from? Is it a powder or tablet, Yogi is 35 kilos

Im out near Laidley, I cant get photos to load. Have take some but honestly you cant see how skinny she is with all her coat. Ams I will give you a ring and have a chat. If your close to me, we may be able to catch up and you can give me your opinion.

Thanks, I will give the vets a ring and have a chat. From what I was told she has been feed a supermarket dry food with the odd bone. She has no muscle tone in her back end. I live on a couple of acres so here's hoping I don't have to keep her on concrete. I looked at the different dry foods but wasn't sure what one to put her on. The dry is a supercoat. will look at other brands when I go back to town. I have been mixing a bit of chicken mince in with the dry and she loves that. Just don't want to put to much weight on to quick. I am hoping the feet will correct to some degree as it looks very uncomfortable

I'm hoping someone can offer some advice please I have just adopted a lovely female desexed newfoundland, she's not 2yrs old yet. She is quite thin, you can feel her hip bones, all her spine, her leg joints etc. My biggest worry is all 4 feet face out towards the side. She's had a basic vet check up. He put her on a puppy dry food. Can anyone recommend a vet in the Brisbane area that is knowledgeable with large breeds. Also would appreciate some ideas on a diet plan for her to slowly put weight on her and what if any extra to add to her diet. She has been wormed and vaccinated. She is quite clumsy but has the sweetest personality.

hope your boy is fine and they can work out what is causing this and its nothing serious

Is there anyone in the brisbane area south side/ ipswich preferred that can take on a shih tzu X Everythings done vet wise Thanks all sorted

dont have a crafty bone in my body but happy to help with funds if thats of any help. Its a lovely idea steve

Jane sending positive wishes and healing vibes to you. You will join us all when you are ready, take as much time as you need. we will be waiting

thanks for the updates everyone. Stay strong Jed

I am so sorry to read this. Thank you for taking her into your heart and allowing her to live out her time in such a wonderful caring loved enviroment. She was something special thats for sure

Steve, I will also be interested in the prong collars so please bring a few.

No, cant return

I have over 12 tins of this food if anyone is currently using it for there dog, you are welcome to it. Its only going to waste here. Im on the southside of brisbane

Rough cost please? Looking at my current bottle it was $65 for a 250g net bottle

Had a neighbours dogs get KC late last year and the vets gave him antibotic cost him a small fortune and didnt help the dogs in any way. Advice from everyone here suggetsed Manuka honey within a week they were both fine. Use manuka honey 25 +, cost more then manuka honey from the supermarket but works better I use it on all mine if one shows any signs and its worth the money.

Thanks have a dog in rescue that came with hill sd food and kidney stones were mentioned but no paperwork or any info on any medical attention for stones. Also dont know which vet diagnosised or if he has been diagnosised but would assume he would have to be to get the special food?