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I would not imagine there to be any sort of reimbursement etc due from the breeder , UNLESS there was a health guarantee covering this sort of thing. Torn ligaments/sprains/fractures etc happen . They are accidents .

CRATE TRAINING (as opposed to shoving a dog in a cage) is a process of making the proper sized(quite large) crate a HAVEN for a pup/dog In the crate is a comfy bed, the best chew toys ..the yummiest treats, and the ability to be near the humans still , whilst having very distinct boundaries! Crates can also be covered in cool weather, can be a 'den' which dogs have an instinctual love for ....they can be somewhere to put a pup if there are annoying toddlers or other dogs , or if you're having a party, and still want pup to feel part of the evening While I have actually never used a crate for my dogs ..preferring a light chain ..I have used crate training for pet pigs, goats and lambs..all of which took to it really well , and none of which ever saw it as a punishment - it was bedtime/treat time/safety time/chill time . Were I younger,in different circumstances and starting with a pup..I would crate train , no problems . Well Done on asking questions/having a discussion

It is REALLY hard for babies to have to sleep alone ....pups are designed to still be with their families /to stick close to their parent/littermates . Until she is completely housetrained and able to sleep happily thru the night, being near you in a crate makes sense, so you can get up in the night when needed Or are you teaching her to toilet on pads inside?

Oh, Nikki I hope you have also whispered in Scout's ear that things may be happening Keep smiling.

Hey, @Stitch, How are things going ?

and I think we need a puppy photo

Welcome to DOL Did you get your gorgeous girl from an ANKC registered Breeder ? The official standard does call for pricked ears , and Breeders breed to the standard . Her ears MAY be very late in standing up , or she may just have that type of ears . Where did she come from ? Did you see her parents/family?Did they have pricked ears? Do you have any written proof of her parentage ?

agree!!

Tricky. No one can just 'take' a dog, even with the very best of intentions Reporting to the RSPCA is really the only thing you can do

So sorry to read your news ....

Oh, Stitch.... I feel it ! With a large breed it can be physically dangerous for you as well . Glad he enjoyed 'thinking inside the box " ;) Hopefully some more brain games will help give him a focus elsewhere....

All I can say is Poor little dog

I suggest - Find out exactly what is happening, SAVE UP . and fix it so the next 10 years can be enjoyed without extra risk of limping/'sprains etc , or know what management you need to start to avoid him injuring it . perhaps, with a weak ankle, fast & furious games are a no-go .... either way I would think it a good starting point instead of almost $200 on a brace which may not work /may exacerbate the injury if not fitted correctly, or not suited to the type of injury , then perhaps more vet fees another time .... meanwhile you have a dog who limps on that foot . and I'm not sure why you put PAIN in inverted commas ;) it is real - it hurts, and your boy can feel it , sure enough . Rest him as much as possible , and I hope he feels much better soon !

What a wonderful lot of memories for a fantastic dog!

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Awww Thank you for the update! Hope all is going well.

W&H..he's enjoying that walk Picking up the odd wind-borne sniff of goodness....

Tooth chattering(often accompanied by frothing at the mouth) in male dogs- especially if there is bitch-in-season scent is quite common. FLEHMEN response is very different, and is where the top lip is turned upwards/inside out to expose little ducts in the roof of their mouth to the air/scent Teeth don't chatter during this time ..in fact the animal usually holds fairly still . Humping can be done out of pure excitement /aggression /territorial display etc .... sniffing is what dogs DO ..it is how THEY 'see' their world . We check our phone screens, stop to admire a car, or a tree, or clothes in a window..a dog sniffs. If there are certain hormones in the urine/faeces that they sniff..their body reacts. Castration can lower the sex drive, which may stop the teeth chattering . Leg lifting/marking is partly learned, so that may lessen a little ..it will never disappear.

Mister roly-poly!! LOL . he is just lovely

So sleek ....

Thank you for the update, and it's good to hear that things are going OK for you. I am looking forward to the time when a new puppy joins your family , and you can share the happy news with us

how old are the puppies, and why isn't the bitch feeding them as often? if she is just weaning them ..give them raw mince , and/or a puppy milk replacer.Make according to directions.It's best to use the proper milk replacer made for puppies , so they get the best nourishment . if they are very young, maybe increase the bitch's food..feed a GOOD quality meat protein , and give her lots of lactose free milk to drink , so she can produce milk.

Her vet didn't see anything unusual in her past history - the increased sensitivity, etc ? maybe another vet would see things differently. if there are no fleas present - perhaps hold off on medication. Why put her thru that just 'in case? ' If she is so sensitive to chemicals etc , I'd be doing a daily flea-comb instead .... and this, also. This is a concern. the vet wasn't worried that a reaction occurred? they were happy to vaccinate a dog who has bad reactions to chemicals/weight changes? I agree with speaking to her breeder, and perhaps consulting a vet who is expert in maybe immunology/internal medicine ?

Thanks for updating , and glad he's feeling better ! Hope the improvement continues.

Hi .... That's a lovely thought , BUT , do YOU want/need another dog ? Extra vet fees/grooming/food/walking/boarding concerns /possible behaviour problems with two dogs , where one will be fine ... Dogs will often gravitate toward same breed/sized dogs , especially if they have come from the sort of setting your girl has - it doesn't really mean they want to share their new territory every time ...esp with a same-sex dog. Just some things to think on