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Can someone who knows about the Nationals ( this weekend? I believe) tell me if anyone will be there about 3.30pm Sunday 2nd May or what will be happening ? I will be up the road at an Animal Protection day with my dogs and would love to drop in and see some action. Thanks in advance.

Pardon can you repeat what you mean Saxonpup ?? That will help a bit too!

Great photos Rach they are very well done.

Delta Charlie "Wouldn't that defeat the purpose of competing in the agility nationals if we didn't have the dogs?????" " lol sorry to laugh!! but yes how true on both your counts! lol

Can't you play with the baby in another room if you must use the floor???. It's not a bad dog because it jumped over the baby and takes some compromise to include both dogs and small children in the household. You can't expect a dog to automatically understand how it needs to behave around children and I would suggest to have a trainer assess the situation with the dog first before you make a decision to send him back. It's a amazing how some good training can alter a dog's behaviour and provide you with control. The dog didn't cause the baby harm, you caused that yourself I am sorry to say and the dog is not to blame for the incident. A smaller dog in the same situation that couldn't jump as well could poke the baby in the eye etc etc. Any dog can cause a baby harm if the baby is put in a vulnerable position in the dog's presence. Only you can control that scenario effectively. OMG! Good luck with YOUR decision VA, all the best for you and your family for the future and whatever you decide, DO NOT ever feel guilty for what is your decision and best for you and the family.

Congratulations CWW and may you have many years of fun and only a few minutes of frustration! lol Beautiful

Why does that make a difference? (Genuine question not taking the mickey) Furballs some breeds are more vocal than others. We need to at least know what breed you have before we are able to offer help. I asked a question and I was wanting an answer Furry balls will know what its about

Jed Nobody makes money from their dogs! We all KNOW that I meant as a collection possibly with a few others for the MDBA! lolololol

Furr balls You have missed a few very important points What breed of dog do you have? Is it from a reputable registered breeder ? You really need to provide a lot more information for anyone to be able to help you.

Breedings with no purpose. In other words, someone wanting their bitch to have a litter from the mutt down the road is an example. I agree, but even with breeders (registered) unless they are breeding for the betterment of the breed and intend to keep a puupy for themselves, this could also be classed as a form of Random breeding ( in a sense) Its up to ALL ( both reg and others) to be scrutinised and accountable in terms of keeping to Canine rules, along with the education of the public to overcome the problems we all face today.

, geez, Billy must be a Lithuanian goat. He didn't bite anyone though, maybe not! Can't trust goats. You know, maybe the nursing home needs some Lithuanian Goat Catching Retrievers?? I saw it in the paper the same day you posted the famous Breed Standard for the Lithuaninan Goat CR I laughed my head off! You should put your stories in a book and sell them through MDBA etc I will def buy one as I am sure would many others! J

Black Bronson I would be very interested to know what YOU term as Random Breeding ??

Very powerful video well done This is what I did every week for many years,. Take care of others peoples business and euth their dogs, people can be so cruel and generally give the eth task to someone else, at least I know EVERY dog I put to sleep left this world with a pat and a good feeling of love. I worked at a relatively small area, but still the waste of dogs each week was shocking I call this pic "Mans best friend Hmph!"

I agree but there are Registered breeders and Reputable Registered breeders, not all regsieterd breeders are reputable ( even though they should be) All breeders need to be monitored to some extend, and I am a registered breeder and by all accounts reputable! lol I can account for every puppy and where they are

Congratulations on the new arrivals..... and Becks....sorry to hear about the one you lost So sorry Becks for the little one. Congrats to all and Adorable BB I am in the puppy mood! lol

I have a desex allbefore they leave me, the only ones that leave whole are dogs in joint names. The main reason breeders desex pups at an early age (8 - 12 weeks) is that people have been known not to keep to their word, the limited register alone does not stop people ( reputable or not, reg breeder or puppy farmer) from breeding with a dog. Thats my answer anyway, others may have their own reasons. Limited register prevents ligitimate breedings that could effect the breeders bloodlines as such, but as for unpapered breedings, BYB's etc, I can't see how that effects the breeder to the point of requiring a desexing clause???. Puppy farmers will breed regardless, so perhaps breeding from quality stock instead of breeding just anything isn't so bad???. I wasn't aware that puppy farmers generally purchase papered puppies for breeding, but perhaps they do??? I dont have a desexing clause I justr desex anyway, ( I may have misread your post) ?? I as a breeder of a very rare breed do not want anyone who I have not authorised to breed from any of my stock, hence why I desex my dogs before they leave, it has nothing to do with Puppy Farmers, BYBs or any breeder I have my own reasons from a great mentor.

That is so true and so lovely, maybe you can do a chapter on the pups going to the new homes and the saucer eyes of the new family and children and the tears of happiness and sadness of the breeder! You know what I mean I am just not as good a story teller ! Go on please!!!!!!!!

Just a word of advice re the oil and a coat, I use oil on my dogs and just have heavy cotton coats as anything that traps moisture in the dog coat will cause other skin problems on the dog, the coat must be able to breathe, all the best!

Thanks for that Goldchow, thios breed has always fascinated me, probably as it is as I like breeds ( no interferance from man in its make) Very interesting

I have a desex allbefore they leave me, the only ones that leave whole are dogs in joint names. The main reason breeders desex pups at an early age (8 - 12 weeks) is that people have been known not to keep to their word, the limited register alone does not stop people ( reputable or not, reg breeder or puppy farmer) from breeding with a dog. Thats my answer anyway, others may have their own reasons.

soo cute Congrats MM pics when you can I bet they are adorable

Here is a written version, it wont be on the Aussie TV as ita NZ copyright screening, if you know someone in NZ they can view it here. Dog Squad

. What is my relationship with the breed? (ie breeder, first time owner etc) I have bred and owned Chinese Cresteds in the past and own pets now. 2. Where and why was the breed first developed? Contrary to popular belief, the Chinese Crested is not the product of an ancient oriental heritage. Unlike Mexico’s Xolo, the Crested is a very modern breed, it owes its hairlessness to its Xolo ancestry, but many other breeds made a genetic contribution to the modern Chinese Crested. Because of this recent and diverse ancestry selection becomes more complicated. The breed was developed during the 1950s and 60s based on two foundation bloodlines, Crest Haven and Lee. Every Crested pedigreed in the world races back to these two lines. The breed was developed as a companion animal. ( Fernandez) 3. How common is it in Australia? The breed is still relatively new compared to established breeds and does not command a huge following, the popularity is continuing to grow, unfortunatley with this comes Chinese Crested cross breeds. 4. What is the average lifespan? 12 - 14 years ( although mine have died pre 10 years old, 1 bitch I have now is 12 5. What is the general temperament/personality? Clowns and velcro type dogs, most dogs can be aloof with strangers. 6. How much daily exercise is needed for the average adult? A daily short walk is recommended. 7. Is it a breed that a first time dog owner could easily cope with? Yes, as long as the dog is bathed and the skin cared for. 8. Can solo dogs of this breed easily occupy themselves for long periods? They can but prefer company of either dog or owner. 9. How much grooming is required? Hairless require weekly bathing and skin treatments for skin ( Sun creme and moisture creme) Puffs require regular grooming 10. Is it too boisterous for very small children or for infirm people (unless the dog is well trained)? They can be boisterous but due to size are generally ok, but must be watched with small children ( as Every dog is) due to their size 11. Are there any common hereditary problems a puppy buyer should be aware of? The breed can get a disease called Legg Calve Perthes Disease (LCPD) PRA PRCD disease of eyes. always a good idea to look at both parents for skin problems as well. Although not hereditary the teeth should always be looked at as with the Hairless gene FOX I3 a full dentition is not in the hairless but should be in the Puff 12. When buying a puppy, what are the things you should ask of the breeder? (eg what health tests have been done (if applicable) and what is an acceptable result to those tests so the buyer has an idea of what the result should be) Always check the dog has Eye tests for parents or clear by parentage, and ask to SEE the results, a few shonkies talk the talk and dont have the appropriate tests doneI personally would encourage elbow x rays and DNA tests to assure that the dog is in fact from the parents on the pedigree.

Jo You can use any of mine i have sent you the Police dog Oliver is a good one I have lots of people request to use that one j