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Very cute, and growing so quickly!You got him at 6 weeks?

Yes. The person wasn't a registered breeder or a pet store. There's actually no legality around when you can have them however the RSPCA recommends them to be weaned.

He was weaned before we got him and wasn't hassling mum for any further feeds. We give him a puppy milk supplement because he really enjoys it.

He's growing size wise quickly but not as heavy as we thought he'd be which is good for now. He's got all the time in the world to build up. We're going to weightpull him to help with hip displacia and boredom.

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ermm, there IS a legal requirement, actually ... RSPCA has nothing to do with it .

this is copied from a thread here on DOL 12 mths ago ... have a read of the bit I bolded....

ETA: Just reading through the code of practice, check out page 28:

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8.2.1.8 Kittens and puppies must be vaccinated against common infectious diseases in accordance with best practice clinical guidelines, in consultation with a veterinary practitioner.

The word 'must' means it is not optional.

And then page 30:

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9.1.1.1 Puppies and kittens must not be re-homed before they are 8 weeks of age.

9.1.1.3 No dog or puppy, cat or kitten may be sold unless vaccinated in compliance with the requirements of Section 8.2 of this Code.

9.1.1.4 All dogs and cats re-homed must be microchipped, and treated to remove gastrointestinal parasites prior to release.

Edit again: Page 7 has the consequences for failing to meet the standards (which is everything that says 'must')

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This Code contains both standards and guidelines for the care of dogs or cats for breeding. The standards have legal effect in three ways:• Failure to meet a standard may result in a Penalty Infringement Notice or a prosecution under Clause 20 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (General) Regulation 2006.• In more serious cases, failure to meet a standard may support a prosecution for an offence under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1979.

This post has been edited by melzawelza: 19 February 2013 - 03:46 PM

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I'm not sure what this is from but thank you for bringing this to my attention.

I read as much as I could find and from my understanding it only applied to registered breeders and pet shops. Obviously that was wrong. Exactly what is this exerpt from?

Keeping in mind Vinnie did not come from a registered breeder.

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I'm not sure what this is from but thank you for bringing this to my attention.

I read as much as I could find and from my understanding it only applied to registered breeders and pet shops. Obviously that was wrong. Exactly what is this exerpt from?

Keeping in mind Vinnie did not come from a registered breeder.

Department of primary industry, and it applies to anyone who breeds.

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He's growing size wise quickly but not as heavy as we thought he'd be which is good for now. He's got all the time in the world to build up. We're going to weightpull him to help with hip displacia and boredom.

How will weight pulling help with hip dysplasia? confused.gif

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Hmmm got him at 6 weeks, going to do weight pull for hip displaysia :confused: . I hope he grows up a sound and good natured dog for you.

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Weight pulling is actually a good way of strengthening the rear end muscles so yes it would be beneficial for mild cases of HD. But wait has he already got HD or is this just something you've already thought about? He's ultra cute though. Love ambulls.

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Welcome apocalypsepwnie. Vinnie is very cute and I am sure that you'll have lots of fun with him!

As you got him from a backyard breeder (not a registered breeder of rescue) and you got him at six weeks instead of 8 weeks so this is likely to attract a lot of negative commentary from some posters - I suggest you don't bother to try to defend yourself and just develop a very thick skin and learn what you can from the forum as there is a great deal of useful information here :)

I went through something similar in 2010 as our first pup was free to a good home from a BYB. 4 years on, he's doing well, we have a dog from a registered breeder and also one from a rescue. I've learned a great deal on here as there are some very experienced people but after owning my own dogs for a while, have also learned to identify the useful from the not particularly useful and the people who are here to help and the people who aren't.

If you work hard with Vinnie, train him well, socialise him well - you'll be giving him the best possible chance at a good life :) Look forward to seeing his updates.

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Welcome apocalypsepwnie. Vinnie is very cute and I am sure that you'll have lots of fun with him!

As you got him from a backyard breeder (not a registered breeder of rescue) and you got him at six weeks instead of 8 weeks so this is likely to attract a lot of negative commentary from some posters - I suggest you don't bother to try to defend yourself and just develop a very thick skin and learn what you can from the forum as there is a great deal of useful information here :)

I went through something similar in 2010 as our first pup was free to a good home from a BYB. 4 years on, he's doing well, we have a dog from a registered breeder and also one from a rescue. I've learned a great deal on here as there are some very experienced people but after owning my own dogs for a while, have also learned to identify the useful from the not particularly useful and the people who are here to help and the people who aren't.

If you work hard with Vinnie, train him well, socialise him well - you'll be giving him the best possible chance at a good life :) Look forward to seeing his updates.

Thanks for the advice. I figured as much but that's life eh? It's why I come back and keep asking questions. Everyone is going to have their opinion and I can sift through everything as I chose.

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In the 4th photo down he looks very flat footed. I'm coming from whippets though which are up on their toes so I'm not sure if that is normal for his breed. Perhaps you can check with an expert of the breed.

I believe flat footed dogs can be improved with diet, but as I said, it might be perfectly normal for his breed.

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