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Good for you :) She's looking nice.

Hoping today's appointment was worth it, and that you now know more .

When you get a puppy, the breeder should advise on the food to use immediately . It's best to stay on the breeder's recommendation for a while, to avoid tummy upsets - then, if the food is unsuitable, or you need to change, you can gradually swap . So, chat to the breeder first :)

:) just give him less if you're worried ... a small wing, instead of a larger one ; one ,instead of two .....

:) taking the time & effort to chew and savour is preferable to a 10 second hoovering of whatever's in a bowl, yes :D

which is why I prefer using whole wings for small dogs ..and turkey necks.wings for bigger dogs.

Whenever we get a litter .. there are sometimes those who never make it ..To keep/pass on a dog with fear/anxiety, or aggression/bullying probs is irresponsible , and I will not do it. It used to be done so much more -yes- In a previous life we had as a client a gundog breeder - who always had the most gorgeous fat, calm and confident puppies ..and whose dogs were used as they should be ,and were sought after . It wasn't for quite some time that I learned he was a ruthless culler; for a short time I was appalled - but then realised all his pups we saw/vaccinated /etc were just the best ! :) Same with a BYB'er of fluffies ... his pups were always brilliant temperaments and healthy , for the same reason . he only kept what he thought were the best.

Hi :) No need to chop chicken necks .. that 's why dogs have teeth! ..a good sized chicken neck or wing is great chewing for a puppy - keeps them occupied and exercised for some time . he doesn't need mince at all, unless he's unwell , or has lost a lot of teeth ... chicken wings, frames (cut into 1/4's) , lamb flap pieces, beef ribs/oxtails.. he will appreciate them all! he will also benefit from the addition of things like eggs, sardines,half apples to play with/chew,...

what an awful worry ..No helpful ideas from here , just s

Must be 5 o'clock somewhere ! Oh Dear .... it's catching!!!

;) I have used a similar principle with a dog which was stand offish with others in the run ( around 6 dogs shared a run) I put on a collar & leather leash ..then put dog back in run. All being young labs , of course, everyone wanted to grab the leash ... so they did , and the unwilling playmate , after a minor freak at first , eventually got the idea , and ended up playing tug-o-war , tail wagging ... It was his choice - to remain standing, and be pulled around ...to follow ... to interact and be more in control , and have fun.. Flooding isn't ideal in many instances ... but I must admit to it being a godsend sometimes!!

:) Problem kids :p

The bruising .... couple of wild guesses here ... some access to a mouse/rat poison resulting in internal bleeding ? is thee any chance she was attacked/beaten up badly by cat/dog ..or could she have gotten stuck somewhere and had to work at getting out ?

:) Excellent!!

..and where are the photos? :p I know you have so much time to sit around & take photos ....... ;)

:) gorgeous!!

every time I think of your boy ... this cartoon comes to mind ;)

:) seems everything is going well ... that's good.

:)

I have had 2 cats with a nasty fish allergy the dogs don't get it, so don't know....

Good idea :)

Hi. If I was ever considering that job. My first thought would be handling/ walking dogs unfamiliar to me. All sorts and temperaments. Volunteering at a shelter would be my next thought. Yes I have walked dogs straight from pounds etc. and it is a terrific learning experience!! :) recommended. If you have nil or not much actual walking experience with other dogs !! P. S. It's good to have confidence :) I have trained worked with and owned dogs for a half century. I will not comfortably walk any one else' s dogs :/ Keep us posted, and good luck.

I hope it works out although if someone new to dog walking with no experience, but was a vet ,asked me - I'd probably say ' no thanks'. Handling dogs in a clinic does not a competent dog walker make( IMO)

Poor Friskie ... sounds as if she is grieving for her lost owner/home .... I would hazard a guess that being an old dog , with an old owner, days could have been spent just sitting indoors , close ....and that now, being 'forced' to stay out, with a resident dog who doesn't really care for her presence - well , I can understand her crying , and wanting to be indoors ....

No... there are some 'look twice' moments in there ! :D