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Today is Dougal's last day - Dougie, about 10 yrs ago, and as an adult , you literally turned up on our doorstep - and slotted in perfectly . You helped raise lots of puppies , (and a piglet ) were a good doorstop , and were the most stoic and bomb-proof cat I have ever known .Even when you lost a section of skin from doing something you shouldn't have - I was able to trim the loose skin around the wound with scissors , and dress it ,while you were scoffing food. . This past week has been so sad, watching you slowly stop enjoying food , and watching your belly fill with fluid , even tho you're not drinking much at all ... rest well , old boy.

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What a terrific update

thanks for the update - best of luck .

as long as he IS with you for as many hours of the day that you can fit it in - keeping him in a pen is a good way to know he is safe , your garden is safe , and you retain sanity , IMO. Rotate his toys , so he has 'new' things often - maybe buy him a treat dispenser ..or large ball from Aussiedog toys ..and consider a clam shell 'sand pit' ;) that way, you can bury things in it - he can dig and play in the sand :). remember to train him to be calm and settled indoors with you , and keep up the walks etc.

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Now, THAT's dog food :D

A few extra grey hairs at the opening shot BUT ..... the rest is pretty cute . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgKnyH5z-3g

Sorry, Stari - R I P Drake with the beautiful smile ...

:) That's a nice way to start a morning !

LOL! Ok - goodnight now , A flashback .... how baby bush pups keep cool on a 40 deg day ... they sleep like little burrowing frogs, is what they do ;)

Hopefully the man learned a good lesson !

Don fans ?

:) glad you enjoy it .

I like the nameplate on the gate :)

Terrific news :) Well Done . The breeder will be happy , no doubt - and now you know more about him . Lovely.

This afternoon's antics , with Possum- and Old Gertie barking at everything and nothing - she is so deaf, and doesn't see too well ,so she doesn't realise no one else is joining in

PARVO virus is what has the possibility to kill small puppies very quickly - even with veterinary intervention. As it is a virus, it is tough, and can be on footpaths/in soil, or in carpet etc for up to a YEAR or more after a sick dog has spread it from diarrhoea/vomit, or even muck on their feet :( Puppies only need a small amount of the virus to cause the illness - sniffing /licking /cleaning themselves after a walk can all transfer the virus into their systems . When you take Tusker to your vet for her "here is our new puppy" check - ask them for some more info on worming, etc.

ka89 puppies can be ill, have accidents , break bones , poke eyes , eat things they shouldn't.. so yes, insurance NOW is a very wise choice :)

Here are some more things to read - I understand how confusing it can be , esp for a first time owner with your expectations ..and finding perhaps they are a bit flawed... Good for you in seeking more info , though - It's how we learn !! :) LINK LINK LINK LINK

LOL - great shot! What expressions :D

Hope the professional assistance can be of help . Nasty and very dangerous behaviours

Niiice :) have fun! :D

:) Handsome boy ! One year of mischief down - many to come !

Tusker - we have working/outdoor dogs - but the middle of Winter is not an ideal time to start off a single baby puppy outdoors . Have you checked the temperature out there in that kennel? When pup was with her littermates/mother- they would have snuggled together for warmth...familiar smells, warmth and comfort = happy sleepy pup. Baby puppies do not have thick coats ..and chill/get hot very fast. It's good you have a bit of her home blanket too. A H/W bottle is not a bad idea ..BUT can very easily be punctured by little teeth - then you have a wet & cold bed/puppy. For my dogs/pups/cats - indoor and out - I use a 2 or 3 ltr juice bottle - the strong clear plastic ones - Berri juice etc. Fill them with hot ,hot tap water - slip a large "explorer"type sock up over them ..tip upside down and wait a minute or so to check there are no leaks . If NO moisture at all ..then wrap in a pillowcase, or a woolly jumper .. ..then place under the blankets in dog bed . I use these, frozen, in Summer as well . make sure the door of the kennel is facing away from the cold south/westerlies , and nail some thing like a thick teatowel across the top of the door - like a curtain - she can easily push it in & out - and may help keep in some warmth ... I also strongly suggest "insulation" , by putting a thick layer of newspaper on the kennel floor .... and , if you can - get a WOOL blanket , or real feather doona from a salvos or opshop ..and stuff that in against the back .... Hopefully the kennel is under a roof too - that will keep it a fraction warmer . a large meaty bone . in the kennel ....any sort ...will give her something to chew on ..and provide good warming food .