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..pups can have bones as soon as they have teeth :p Your pup will probably love a semi frozen, whole chicken wing ... frozen so he doesn't gulp it..but chews and chews to get his meal. . being smallish, he may also enjoy beef brisket bones , and also lamb shanks .... Chicken and other softer bones are great, as they can be totally chewed and digested to provide calcium . BIG meaty bones for little mouths are also great for cleaning back teeth , and providing lots of chewing to release all those lovely endorphins :)

but, but, but ..the cat cuddling here is Bernie Mr.W throws dogs down ..like a lion , he launches at their shoulder , he wouldn't sleep with them! :D

My dogs hear a pill bottle rattle .. and they line up :) They know that immediately after they have a pill poked down, that they get a bit of bread & butter , or cheese - so pill time is a GOOD time . Think I'd change obedience schools

Hamlet & Bernie under the kitchen table ....

Most of our dogs never get treats- they get praise . That said .. make sure treats are just that ..and not bribes . How often are you taking pup outside? and how long is he expected to hold on for? You may be expecting a bit much ?

yes..grand mal (not maul) seizures are terribly damaging , and exhausting , and rob a dog of quality of life. Another vet who WILL answer questions and do tests is a very good idea.

I would perhaps seek another vet's opinion ...... for more explanation and possible alternative treatment ....

Oh, Teebs- I am sorry that At is so unwell... Hugs for you and the boofhead .

Oh, esky ... Your other oldies are possibly indeed feeling the stress vibes . I so hope that you get some sleep , and that you have someone who can help support you .

There are DOLers with dogs which have seizures ... I've read stories on here previously.. I hope your vet is giving you heaps of support, and that your little dog is on the most helpful medication. Seizures just minutes apart is a very serious and scary thing

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Although I'm very sorry you have lost your girl ..I am happy for you that you saw her brighten up, and that you were able to hold her as she left you. Run Free, little Penny .

Oh... sad outcome.

it only takes a bit of a tangle and a person shoving a foot down hard to try & balance themselves ... ermmm ..I have squashed pups' toes before today

Can't afford LR , besides which I find even it somewhat too complicated for my brain I did have it on one computer for a while....

Ouch ! Well, any RAW mince, (raw meat, esp. mince is much softer and easier to swallow.. trust me .. I am a big 'steak tartare fan ) with all the other goodies , such as small quantities juiced/pureed veg , eggs, yoghurt, and some nice pourable porridge with a bit of butter to help keep him warm and full :) Did they suggest a feeding schedule? I would be inclined to maybe do at least 4 small meals a day ... so there is less pressure on the area , and so the oesophagus doesn't have to stretch much....or for very long . hope he gets comfortable very soon :)

Is the soft food temp. or permanent? because of gut problems?throat problems, or mouth problems? is it part of other treatment ... if it's a temporary thing, you can get away with more stuff like yoghurt, plain mince, scambled egg etc ....whereas if it's permanent .. there needs to be a better balance of nutrients... and obviously, if dog is having digestive issues... some foods are best left alone :)

Minced raw chicken carcass, fish, egg, pureed fruit , any minced raw red meat with some pureed veg, cheese, yoghurt .......

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damn red tape and legalities ...

Esky .. can the vet help you at least settle her on her favourite bed in your car ? She will be surrounded there by smells of her family - be warm, and you can cuddle her and love her to ease her on her way . neither of you need extra stress now ... Take care

Oh- esky..I am so sorry you have this to go through now ....

Ohhh, esky ..... poor little girl, I hope they can keep her comfortable .

What sort of infection is it exactly? Did the vet name the particular bacteria, or was it started by a fungal infection , or irritation perhaps? What diet is your dog on ? Does he have any itchy times..or chew his feet at all? I would NOT suggest using any over the counter stuff for a recurring /nasty infection . What I would suggest is finding out exactly why it is happening ..and then adjust things to minimise it. If the current vet is not giving you any other help/information other than antibiotics ...perhaps try another vet? yes, too much un necessary medication for anything is not a good thing, however, if the correct medication, plus a management plan, is used ..then things should resolve... Worst case scenario... and not all that common ..is to have surgery which opens up the ear canal to let air in, and make it much less a desirable place for nasties to live.

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