Loving my Oldies

OP might be a dude, but he works 9-5 plus travelling time to be added to that. Not a good scenario for a happy well-adjusted dog.

That is really taking things to extreme. In fact garlic is considered a good additive to dog food. So much bumpf is put out these days about all sorts of diets for people and dogs. Leftovers are never going to hurt anyone or any dog. Do some research and take what you read with a hefty serving of salt - figuratively speaking, of course :D :D

I'm glad these comments have been addressed more fully, because they could have been mine. I'm also glad that you seem to have taken some very considered advice and opinions on board, Eddie, because your first post was very specific as to your needs and with virtually no consideration for the dog. Don't be put off by people who say that having two puppies at the same time is a nightmare. Afterall there are two of you . I would never never never have a solo dog and be away from home for 10 plus hours a day.

You'd probably be surprised; they can be very wily.

Kuga was part of our DOL lives. It is good to remember them. .

This was my immediate thought, too. Other wild life rummage through compost heaps as well. I often find banana skins, avocado skins, etc scattered around the back fence near my compost heaps. Makes me happy as I know the creatures have been having a good time :D

Scout. You have a great mum, you lucky boy.

What a hoot. Some people have such great imaginations and combine that with a sense of fun - should be more of it. I'm almost tempted to have a Guinness.

Too funny ... :laugh: :laugh: and coming just after I'd started a thread in Cat Chat called Laid Back Cat. Someone may be giving instructions, but a couple of my dogs carry on like that even without a musical background :D :D . Bunter makes his own music: yelping, barking, yipping, and when Jeune plays on the bed, she barks as though she is doing her occasional manic racing around the back yard. (Shame about the cropped ears .)

Beautiful ! Isn't there a particular breed that has those long ear hairs?

That's not a face!! That's a CUSHION - a gorgeous scrumptious squishy cushion

Such a beautiful face and a beautiful tribute. Deepest sympathies.

Grover was a gorgeous little Puglet and totally loved and adored by his mum. No dog could ask for more. Deepest sympathies, puggedfor life. You did all you could and more.

I think this is really important. I go to a multi vet practice and ask for the same person all the time and if she is on holidays, there are a couple of others in whom I have complete faith.

Yes, Aussielover. The python was just doing what pythons do. At least there have been some advances in the way animals are treated and understood.

Taxi drivers might refuse the fare because there's a wee dog involved. Often they would be concerned of damage and down time. Anyone ever tried to get a taxi in Sydney with a dog tucked under your arm? You've buckley's. Doesn't matter if the dog is a 2kg tiny and the taxi drivers look as though they haven't bathed or shaved for a week and the taxi cab is a health hazard on wheels. Ooooohhh nooooooo!!! A filthy dog? No way.

Playing Devil's Advocate is all very well, but common sense should come first. I respect your views "but" they are the rare exception rather then the rule, it is just "UNFORGIVABLE" :eek: to chain a small dog up outside. Being new to the area is not an excuse nor a reason if anything it is more reason to have the dog inside where it will be safe if she has never lived on property in a new area, if you care/love your dog you will research the area you are going to be living in, it is a copout to plead ignorance :cry: Was your dog under 5 kilos as this dog probably was. Couldn't agree with you more Keetamouse. Exactly Referred to as "the dog" with not even mention of male or female. The stupid ignorant person is probably out getting another one today and regaling everyone of her "shocking" and "upsetting" experience ....... an relishing the attention. "Hey!! Did you see me in the paper?" HUGE assumption I know so don't anyone bother to jump on me from a great height. I just feel for that little dog so much.

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Haven't we seen an example of that here on DOL a few years back?

Considering DABS was bequeathed nearly a million dollars a few years back, they could have all the dogs in Sydney desexed let alone those of homeless people.

Someone who should be prosecuted for stupidity causing death and ruled never to own a dog again. I think you are being a tad generous, aliwake. Quote: "Mrs Ulyatt said the dog's owner was upset but calm when she rang the wildlife service's hotline on Thursday morning." A Chihuahua Maltese cross TETHERED BY A CHAIN in the yard. The woman has some serious screws loose as far as I am concerned.

Nevering have had Staffords, of course I am an expert :D :D , but have to agree with Sandra777 Yep to this too. I think we can make the mistake of thinking puppies are like human babies and can't be allowed to wander around on their own. Puppies are dogs and love to be outside sniffing and marking and doing all the things that adult dogs do. Great system.

Just goes to show how special Jazz is and was certainly meant to the lead the way to new research and discoveries :laugh: :laugh:

Having read the thread in the Breeders' Forum and because I can't post there, I will here. Deepest sympathies, SLF. With all the health issues your little pups exhibited, my opinion is that you have done the kindest thing for those little souls. Time and knowing you did the right thing will hopefully go a long way to easing the pain.

That is just the bestest story, westiemum, and you have every right to be totally and absolutely biased :laugh: :laugh: I must admit I always spruik the needs of pounds dogs and rescue group on the regular occasions I am stopped when walking my five together. Have to agree that pink tongues are better :laugh: