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The rose is a blackboy climber ...it has absolute masses of trailing branches, full of scented flowers ..a real rush first thing ..but they don't last long, as you can see by the petal 'carpet' . I then cut it back fairly hard ..and let it do its thing again - poor thing was planted where I thought it would be a big shrub ..didn't realise it was such a very vigorous climber .The scent and masses of flowers are just gorgeous, though. :)

if you are concerned.. dab betadine around ear margins ..it is anti fungal.. but a vet check is wise .Fly bites can cause a similar problem ..they suck out the blood and chew on teh ears , which scab and get crusty... but there may be another cause,

have you read the whole thread? The OP was the first one who raised the PTS option ...and we have strongly suggested she gets a professional assessment before making any decisions. Many of the people who have posted here have worked in rescue, or trained dogs, or have had experience with large breeds.... You are right - which is why an assessment is called for. ..and if it is ONLY these two dogs not being able to co exist peacefully ..then the owner may well make other plans. Once again, consultation with a professional , who will look at things IN PERSON , and with an objective and very experienced eye will help take the pressure off the distraught owner , and help explain things to her. Unfortunately I have seen first -hand the unacceptable behaviour of dogs bred for things other than household pets ...and have also been blessed to have had one of my most gorgeous dogs from a definitely non-pet oriented breeding . Large dogs who may be either pushy , or defensive are not for inexperienced or impulse owners , so care needs to be taken when rehoming is done - a lot of soul searching is being done here, and the owner is trying the best they can to cope in a very upsetting situation.

exactly.

It was something a bit different, I thought...he can look sweet sometimes :) here is a play edit :p

For my dog , who was a 40 kg dog , he just had 1 or 2 of those bone shaped biscuits one buys..... What did Snowy chew when he was teething to help loosen his teeth ? often I have found teeth that are a bit slow can be loosened by extra bones not 'crunch & swallow' bones ..rather, 'lie & chew for 20 minute' bones :) Dogs love this ... it helps release endorphins , which make them feel good :)

I had to go back for another look! :)

<br style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: verdana, tahoma, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17.600000381469727px; background-color: rgb(238, 242, 247); ">if YOU stress, so will your dog. Simple. If YOU are uncomfortable /scared /acting different ..this is what HE will feel ..and so, yes, he may be uncomfortable. Millions of dogs have castrations at the vets ... most do not then hate going .... there are ways to help, if that DOES happen , though. Removing testicles, of course removes the source of testosterone ..and so has some effect on later sexually related behaviours. Dogs think and react differently to people. remember he is a DOG , a fluffy ,cute, special DOG ..not a little person who works stuff out like we do, has the same dietary needs as we do , or who will hold it against you when he is castrated . :)

I feed him chicken liver at the size of "50 cent coin" twice daily. Is that a lot? I mean, I mix it together with the meal. Where did you get your dog food recipe ? Chicken liver is probably best fed with other offal ...and not every day . How much rice /veg does he get compared to meat? What does he get to chew? One of my dogs used to vomit very early morning ..just because his tummy was empty ... so, after reading on D O L , I think, he had a biscuit for supper ..no more vomit :) he most certainly had no sensitive stomach ..and was fed anything & everything - lots of bones, fresh meat, commercial dog food, fruit,eggs ....

No one is saying that a behaviourist can 'fix' it...or that this is the route you should take ... What a behaviourist will do is make an educated assessment , and then you have information on which to act, and make whatever decision you feel is responsible.

Not a bad idea for folks who have oops /Xbred litters either ...

How wonderful!! I just adore large mature trees ..and some of the 'old plants like your Acanthus clump :) That chimney and the building are just divine.... I am thinking of B/w photos..... Some say poplars are a pain..but they make such a wonderful green screen /boundary :) I do like that curving rose bed ..and think your clumping daisies etc are a great idea :) Pink blossom always yells "Spring", doesn't it ? Thank you - you have a beautiful spot!!!

agree here- if you know the person took your dog - and depending on contract wording .. then your valuable dog is not just missing..it is stolen. ANYONE can post in the LOST & FOUND forum.... CLICK HERE

please just keep dogs separated. A muzzle will NOT STOP the behaviour ..it will NOT stop any display of body language from either dog, or the feelings which come from the two dogs being in each other's presence what it MAY do is cause an escalation of whatever Spud is feeling .... frustration / defensive aggression , whatever ..as he may well feel trapped/restricted with a muzzle on. What exact muzzle is it? Can the dog open his mouth fully to pant and so keep cool ? Can the dog drink and bark comfortably? So many muzzles are not fitted correctly and can be dangerous

:) Thanks ..unfortunately, being a quick snap..his face is not quite in focus ... but I do like all the roses and his cute expression .... .

Two names which came up in a search - Jane Harper http://www.dogsontrack.com.au/ Craig Murray http://dogschool.com.au/ Please contact someone today ..and start the process . best of luck with it all...

yes.... I believe so.

Not pleasant for anyone..including Spud. *breathe.* let us know where you are situated , and someone can hopefully recommend you a professional who can assess the situation properly . Online advice from experienced folks is fine, BUT as we can not see body language, hear sounds, experience the family dynamic .. it is tricky at best ... No informed and rational decision can be made until this is done, IMO meanwhile..I would strongly advise these two be kept totally apart . .... it will be less stressful and safer all round. As you can see, there is the possibility of disaster here- two young adults .... powerful dogs, and one who is apparently being the aggressor. Professional help will be invaluable ....

Sounds perfectly normal puppy digestion .

:) reminds me of my little dachsieXterrier , many years ago .. she LOVED working sheep ..and was pretty useful in the yards/trucks. Of course, with legs 2 inches long, she couldn't jump on their backs..but in a packed yard , when put onto the expanse of woolly surface...off she'd go , to the ones blocking the flow ..and, as well as barking in their ear , she would dig at their necks ..... she would then fall thru the gaps and run back underneath ....... her idea of heaven . In the paddock was always tricky ..I couldn't see her in the grass to control her !! :)

isn't it just? :)

an update! :D LINK

That is excellent :) A good backing dog is worth their weight in Schmakos!!

What does your vet say? He's the one who knows your dog's state of health best ..and as the dog is quite old , there may be other considerations?