poochmad

You can have ours - for free. I believe we have two. One is huge and fits a golden retriever and the other is a size below that. I can't be bothered selling them for $80 each, I just want room in my attic space. If you want them, they're yours. You just have to pick them up, from Goulburn. They are metal, foldable with I'm pretty sure a tray, but can't remember if it's metal or not. I have a feeling it's hard plastic (due to weight).

Except for accidental matings, some of the cross breeds nowadays are just horrendous.

I just said to hubby if we were ever to get a rottie, I'd love one of yours...and then I saw the post about your boy. He's absolutely stunning and I'm sure you will have no trouble finding the right home. Is there no chance to just get him desexed and keep him?

Are you serious? He was surrended because he was too energetic?? Did you feel like going - der, he's a puppy and a working dog? Honestly, some people are just idiots.

Aww. Kelpies are such pretty dogs. :)

So very sorry for your loss. It was a lovely tribute. So glad he had a home with you where he was pampered.

I started watching it and agree with everything he said. It was very interesting.

Um. A lot of breeders have kennels and a lot of backyard breeders have puppies in their home. Sorry, but that petition makes no sense, Just because it has ears and a tail, doesn't make it a dog.

So very sorry for your loss.

He's beautiful. Sounds like the perfect pooch for that family. How'd you find him?

Absolutely. though with our two, I think the female is just smarter and the boy is just a boof head (but I wouldn't have it any other way)...when he finally 'gets' it, it's fist pumping in the air...with her, it's 'such a clever girl'.

I was talking to someone just recently about getting a older dog, and they said they would not get a dog from a pound because you don't know the history. I then informed them about foster dogs and how much care is done to not only settle the dog, find the flaws / quirks (if any), have training and socialisation done, can tell people how the dog reacts to everything - they were quite impressed. I said, I'd be tempted to get an older dog through a foster arrangement as you and other rescue groups do such a good job. I'd like a big, quiet boofa, though hubby would be keen on a pup. But the more I learn about fostering...it is definitely on the cards. Anyway,thanks for keeping us updated; I love reading about how the dogs are getting on.

Our female had the stinkiest breath - pooee! When she licked your hand or slobbered on you, it was horrible. We started giving both dogs coconut oil (but in the solid form, I.e. Kept in the fridge) and we can't believe the difference! Both dogs breath is perfect. His was starting to get a bit bad as well, but ever since we've been giving them coconut oil, the problem is gone. I give them both two teaspoons each and it's the first thing eaten in the bowl. It was a couple of weeks before we noticed the difference.

Because tradies often leave the front door and gate open, I always make sure our dogs are put away. Our male is nosy, so I lock him away behind a baby gate so he can still see what's going on,

I've always wanted a Welsh Springer Spaniel, but hubby is concerned about the activity level. If I could, I'd get a Bernese, Leonberger or Newfoundland - always loved them... We talk about 'what breed to get' when our Fieldies are gone. Hubby would love another, but I'm not sure it's such a good idea as he loooooves that dog. I just don't think another would compare. I'd like to get a dog that doesn't shed, so am leaning towards the Lagotto or a Havenese.

Aww, very cute.

Definitely. No doubt about it. Hubby and I have talked about what to do if there is ever a fire (the four of us sleep upstairs) and we both agree the dogs would be the highest priority. Some people would say: it's just a dog, but I can't imagine my life without either of them.

Poor kid and poor family. I'm sure everyone involved is traumatised.

Whenever I see these stories, I always wonder what made the dog/s attack. Gee whizz, no wonder he was screaming (which probably) only excited he dogs more.

You have lovely dogs. I especially love the two in the banner. :)

God, I can't believe you've lost your beloved babes all at the same - what a terrible, horrible, unthinkable shock it must be for you; to lose one and then another only a couple of days apart. Words are just not enough in times like these. All I can say, is that they all looked very much loved and were lucky to have found you. Look after yourself. Special hugs from all of us.

Great photos. I love the pup sitting on its own...the eyes looked 'wistful'. Dumb question, but how did a Dingo get to the mother? Was it roaming free or owned by someone who let it stray?

Don't rehome or PTS, he may very well get better. Our female came at 5 months of age already fearful and against 'breeders' advice, we stopped walking her in areas that had a lot of people. If we did come across a group of people and she froze or tried to get away, we'd either cross the road or pick her up (though with your dog, a bit harder to do). At home if visitors come, she retreats to our bedroom upstairs and we let her choose to come down or not. We agreed to give her 'space' where she felt safe and no one is allowed to go into the room alone. Not because she might bite them (she pees herself instead), but because it's up to her to make the move. When she does come down, we tell people to ignore her, because when she's in her 'fear zone' she just doesn't react to any positive stimuli. The best thing we've learnt, is to let her make the decision. Over the course of years, she has gotten better, she comes down to greet people now (though if there is a loud man, she will never make an appearance) - the time period between her coming down is lessening. She's a lovely dog and once she knows someone, she loves them too. I wouldn't trade her for the world.

I said yes.

We had the same problem. My husband bought a fold up ramp from dimmys, bought a yoga mat from target ($10) and then cut squares to each bit of the ramp, so it could still fold up, super glued them down and then hooked it between the mattress and the bed. What a clever man! And how cute it is hearing her go up and down the ramp. :)