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OMG ! Thats very serious stuff. Hope you are OK now. Nah the incontinence thing will worsen as I age and after menopause. It isn't really an issue yet but I'm not exactly looking forward to the day I sneeze and pee at the same time! They put some experimental piece of pig in the hole that was left so I'm hoping with medical advances they might also be able to come up with something to address any incontinence when it hits! Maybe sew up the rest of my holes? Ha! This same beautiful dog also likes to lie in a certain position across my right groin when we watch tv at night. I reckon I'm going to end up with hip problems in my old age from it but right now it seems to work perfectly for her when she hears a noise and needs a structure to push against to get the quickest speed up. I've given up worrying about all the toenail gouges on my inner left thigh from her leaving the 'starting block'. She also likes to include me in zoomies - kind of like when a swimmer hits the end of the pool and turns. Any part of my body will do as a trajectory. Too bad I bruise easily. Yes, I am caught in a cycle of abuse with the one I love! on a serious note have you seen a physio specialising in womens pelvic floor rehab??????? there is a mountain of new info out there now. might be worth a try.. earlier rather than later. H

i have had a similar experience but was tripped by Caspers front legs wrapping themselves around my legs... i have also been headbutted in sheer canine exhuberence (sp???)... then said dog was totally over come by the copious amounts of blood gushing from my nose and wanted to lick it all better... lordy how i love them.. H

RIP sweet Molly comfort to your heartbroken humans Helen

hugs and blessings to you... the ache eventually becomes a little more bearable...and the memories will bring a smile.. hang in there Helen

Fly high and free Hesa.. you are missed and always loved. Your memory will burn brightly in the hearts of all who knew you.... Hugs to your humans whose hearts are aching without your earthly presence. Helen

the worry those parents must be going thru.. praying for a good ending to this H

that gentleness must be a big part of the pig dog.. my Morris ( AKA glossy morrie) who was bred as a pigger but his idea of pig was "roasted thankyou with lightly steamed snowpeas".. had that oh so gentle taking of the hand. he loved meeting and greeting people and would put on what he thought was his most endearing expression ,which my son referred to as a look like a shoebox with teeth, Morris would get most upset when people would be scared of him. he would collect the eggs from under the hens and gently bring them inside and place on the sofa.. he ruined me for small dogs and taught me an utter adoration and appreciation of dog as dog..in all its natural glory. Thankyou Morris. H

just throwing my expereince into the ring with this as well.. one of my old rescue failures was treated for uveitis for around 9 months..with no success. Turns out he was hypothyroid . after treatment his eyes cleared up and so did his ears and skin. H

kidney disease is not something to play around with. If it were me i would be consulting with the wonderful vets at All natural vet Russell lea.. they have been involved with the treatment of several of my dogs in conjunction with my local vet.. they are a union of saint with regard to animal care ( I may be a little biased but not much) Helen

i would investigate giving your dog Milk thistle..it is excellent for liver detox and support. (http://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/milk-thistle-for-dogs.html) Milk thistle is well known as a "liver herb" both for humans and pets. Milk thistle contains a flavonoid compound called "silymarin" which itself is a combination of several other active compounds. Extensive studies around the world have found that silymarin is safe and effective in treating a variety of liver diseases and other conditions, from kidney disease to mushroom or lead poisoning. Holistic veterinarians (and some conventional ones as well) have long been using milk thistle to treat dog liver disease. It has an excellent safety record and no known adverse drug interactions, although taking too much of the herb at a time can sometimes cause an upset stomach, gas, or mild diarrhea. Milk Thistle for Dogs - Common Uses in Canine The silymarin constituent in milk thistle has numerous functions and can be used to treat a variety of dog health problems: Liver Protection Silymarin and other related compounds support and protect the liver. Specifically, they strengthen the liver cell resistance to harmful toxins and stimulate new cell reproduction. As such, milk thistle is very effective in treating dogs with liver problems and related diseases, such as: Chronic inflammatory liver disorders (e.g. hepatitis) Liver tumors or cancer Skin problems secondary to liver disease Leptospirosis Pancreatitis Fatty liver Detoxification Because of the powerful antioxidant properties of the silymarin compounds, milk thistle is an ideal herb for detoxification. In particular, dogs who have been on allopathic medications, dewormers, chemotherapy, vaccinations, and heartworm medications can benefit from milk thistle supplementation. It can also be given to dogs who are recovering from parvovirus. Top Milk Thistle for Dogs - Dosage The standard dosage of milk thistle extract is based on a silymarin content of around 80 percent. Most supplements of milk thistle contain about 100 to 200 mg of the herb. As mentioned above, milk thistle is very safe on dogs. For dogs with advanced liver disease, a dosage as high as 200 mg per 10 pounds of body weight is possible. For other liver problems or health conditions, 75 to 100 mg per 10 pounds of body weight per day is sufficient to see results. If milk thistle causes upset stomach, gas, or mild diarrhea in your dogs, simply reduce the dosage. Top Milk Thistle for Dogs - Precautions Despite the fact that milk thistle is hailed as "the" herb for the liver, it should NOT be given to healthy dogs as a daily supplement. Some studies show that long-term use of very high dosages of milk thistle will eventually suppress liver function. Milk thistle should therefore be used only as a medicinal herb for the treatment of liver disorders and other health problems as mentioned above. hope this is of some help Helen

just when i start to despair about mans inhumanity to man and beast.. my faith is restored H

have just been having a similar problem with our newest arrival Benjamin Dog..who had been in a shelter for over 12 months poor little chappie. WE confined him to safe places when not under our supervision.. to the extent of preventing acces to various rooms.. baby gates and bits of wood across doorways for the moment. lots of walking outside praising if seen doing his business outside. The only sharp correction was when he was caught marking inside on the carpet on the first night.. here is our own little cutie patootie never thought i would have a little non maremma LOL h

oh yes.. their worth can not be overestimated. well done.. that is a wonderful achievement H

Me too. I can love any dog. Wish I could be that way with people :laugh: me three! when Jake first arrived.. after i had sworn i would never have another companion dog only working dogs.. i struggled so hard not to love him but jake in true pitbull fashion refused to take my no for an answer and persisted in wriggling and loving his way into my heart. When he died six years later i was as if someone had punched a hole in my chest and slashed my heart. for 6 months i could not sleep in my bedroom... but jake taught me that i am a dog person and that the true dog heart expands to make enough room filled with love for the dogs who arrive in my life i miss all mine who have gone ahead to The Bridge. Each has taken a piece of my heart with them and each has left me the gift of a piece of theirs .. h

i heard this news on radio National today.. nearly thrw up. Live export must be stopped. H

http://www.purina.com.au/bark-in-the-park/events-brisbane.ashx might be a fun day fro Brissie Dog owners and their dogs of course H

this above!!!!!! H

two gorgeous and very laid back dogs there.. my old cattle dog in PNG would alert us to earth quakes/tremors by leaping onto the bed shaking H

ahhhh yes the memories! i used to go up to the lambing paddock of a morning and find dear old casper curled around any lost lammie.. usually one of the boys who was having a boyish adventure and managed to think he was lost... In a funny sort of way i miss having a lamb beside the bed for its frequent feedings.. LOL H

enjoy: some common sense here H

Wishing both you and Destiny a long and wonderfilled life together... i cannjot thinbk of anything better to give you than this blessings:A BLESSING May you awaken to the mystery of being here and enter the quiet immensity of your own presence. May you have joy and peace in the temple of your senses. May you receive great encouragement when new frontiers beckon. May you respond to the call of your gift and find the courage to follow its path. May the flame of anger free you from falsity. May warmth of heart keep your presence aflame and may anxiety never linger about you. May your outer dignity mirror an inner dignity of soul. May you take time to celebrate the quiet miracles that seek no attention. May you be consoled in the secret symmetry of your soul. May you experience each day as a sacred gift woven around the heart of wonder. ~ John O'Donohue ~ (Anam Cara) H

words fail me! RIP Bob. I do hope karma lands heavily on that waste of space..a paltry 5 years for taking a life in a gunfight ... Good lord that sentance is an afront to all right minded citizens. Helen

i have been on my farmlet since 1993 and this is the second year we have had ticks.. the wetter years have encouraged proliferation of bandicoots.. i have entier battalions of them around the place and along with the bandicoots it appears the ticks have alos arrived. Last week Gina my goat guardian nearly died. it was touch and go for several days but she has recovered thank heavens and all the crew have become walking chemical repositories.. H

excellent. my vet always tells me legs at the front =bad. h

bulking up food with grated carrot and cabbage can help give a feeling of fullness i have a bad tendancy to "fatten" y dogs. A dear friend says all my guys are two feed away from fat LOL. i am so pleased to hear that he is making really good progress... H