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The RUN AWAY is standard advice we give when scams like that are noticed !! Run, don't walk easy to do, and what scammers & others rely on!! As humans , we are programmed to react that way !! I'm sure I'm not alone on here in being caught at some stage ...thankfully, mine was when I was a teenager ..nearly a half century ago . I was able to both keep my puppy, and have the seller pay for vet costs etc ..now I'm a sceptical old lady !

All terribly sad.

Our pups get raw, and some optimum puppy dry

You did have a rough time if you are still wary of giving yourselves completely to another dog ..perhaps being a Guide dog puppy raiser, or rescue dog foster home may suit you ?

sheltiesrule .... welcome to the endless discussion on feeding dogs. it is one of the things which can give owners sleepless nights, cost a fortune, and cause many arguments. There are as many ways of feeding dogs as there are owners. I am a believer in a mostly raw diet ..it's what SAVED one of my dogs from some of his allergic reactions ( obviously couldn't help the grass/pollen ones) Basically feed what your dog does best on ..and what has the best species-appropriate ingredients. What you notice as a smell, is your pup's digestive system having trouble . is it grain ? Quite probably . is it a different protein? Possibly Is it a treat you are feeding ? maybe Try a dog probiotic from the vet or pet store ..and / or some lactose/free yoghurt to provide good bacteria to help his tummy with digestion , maybe .

If puppy was raised on grain free, and you suddenly introduce lots of grain, no doubt there will be tummy rumbles and flatulence, as pup's system is unused to digesting the grain and different protein source. I would suggest getting pup back on the original. How many meals did she miss before you gave in and fed her a more acceptable food? Normally pups won't starve themselves...its humans who give in. ;)

yes to gnaw meat off a large bone ( can't be done well with small bones ) is terrific for the side teeth!

yes!this cleans all those front teeth nicely , too .

Don't blame them for getting upset ...it would feel a bit like someone pinching your nose shut with their fingers As with anything we want a dog to use/wear, prior training is always useful . I hope you keep these for if ever you have an injured or very stressed dog who may bite thru fear ..and perhaps look at painting/spraying a little of this type of thing on their fur( and supplying alternative things to do/chew) if needed *click here *

Those muzzles are purely to stop dogs biting at a vet visit or similar short period of time ..they do not let a dog pant to cool down/breathe properly ..and can be dangerous Why do you need to muzzle your dogs ? To get a correct fit , you need to measure your dog accurately . have a look at these ... *click here*

I think 'afraid' is not the word I'd use ..but some of our dogs feel the cold more than others , and will certainly snuggle up !

From memory ..Pugs originated from a type of dog in ancient china ... French bulldogs from a type of bulldog mix in France, at a much later date

dogs are limited in what they can do when they are hyper/when their brains are going at a hundred miles an hour. they can bark, dig or chew. Chewing anything & everything is sometimes a sign of bigger problems, but basically it's the way a pup gets that 'feelgood' burst in their brain... obtaining a reward ! That's what life's about . so ..working hard to get a meal , completing obstacle courses, practicing and mastering commands/tricks in short sessions a few times a day ...all these things help feed those good things to the brain without the need to chew . having to get a meat meal off a bone , or kibble out of a snuffle mat serves the purpose of chewing ....

Digging is normal and a natural behaviour . your pup would probably enjoy a sandpit Clam shells (plastic..kids' toy section) are a good start ..filled with coarse clean dry sand . hide food/toys etc in the sand , and let her dig them out It will satisfy her need to dig , while being a safe way to do it . Also , don't neglect teaching her to 'be calm' ...lying quietly somewhere :)

Don't be surprised if the vet says dogs should not have bones at all. Some vets are sadly blinded to all but certain types of dry foods

Swift death by hanging? WRONG. JUST AWFUL. Amazing photography. Thanks for sharing... I had no idea.

Give him softer bones Weight bearing bones aren't the best for dogs because of the potential to damage teeth /splintering etc . There are plenty of other bones which can be used .... necks/briskets/ribs/heads/turkey wings, etc. freeze them , and you're all set .

Of course dogs can get stressed by what is happening with the humans connected to them . That was one of the tricky things in Guide Dog training/selection ... picking the correct temperament for the new owner - some folks needed a dog who was not terribly sensitive ..who would just plod along , without ups & downs ...some folks would thrive with a dog with whom they could form a very close bond /learn and meld together , and others needed a more mature dog - a thinker/who had seen a bit more of humans & could give the new owner calm confidence . temperament was also vitally important when selecting dogs to be placed in nursing homes/with special needs kids etc . They needed to be pretty laid back and able to handle all sorts of weird human behaviours new owners also needed to be able to provide doggy stuff to let dogs relax and shake off the clouds of human angst that settled over them.

Lucky jaxon

Oh, I hope your family member's situation improves very soon.

Oh, yes Snuffle Mats are something she might really enjoy. http://www.allpetseducationandtraining.com.au/snuffle-mat-mayhem.html

What an alert looking girl she is . marrowbones are almost as hard on teeth as rocks ;) She may enjoy frozen chicken wings /frames ...any bones which are NOT weight-bearing ones are good , as they can be eaten ...don't splinter, and won't break teeth . have you tried her with deer antlers? they might provide her with a good chewing experience for an amount of time ..... What training does she enjoy ? perhaps if she has lots of mental exercise , she will be a little less likely to seek out this sort of entertainment ....It's great you are providing all sorts of things for her , but don't forget her thinking brain ! Teaching dogs to 'chill' is a great way to both get them thinking, and have them settle ... Here are a few links you and your fluffball teenager may get help from KIKOPUP K9 pro articles Calming Games Enjoy

I understood he wore this at night . in that case , he may need his jumper on ..he doesn't have much of his own coat to keep him warm , and unless he's covered at night, or on top of a heating vent , he may be a bit cool . Does he sleep curled up, or laid out flat ? If he's curled up tight, he is cool . Lying flatter ...warm enough ( rule of thumb) he IS still a baby

but obviously not if it's warm indoors ?

Often these things will happen because they are still a baby . Make sure he's not too warm ! if he gets a drink every time he goes out at night to toilet, that is a bit unusual .... it may be because he's a bit too warm , or rarely , has an underlying health problem . did the vet test a urine sample?