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Hi Firstly get her vet checked for a bladder infection . Then , if that's all clear, then think of strategies .

Mm mm YUMMO!

Raw bones can be digested - however, when cooked, the composition changes, and they can not . NO cooked bones if possible.

Thinking of you and your poor sore boy

What exercise/training is he getting each day? Do you work on his find/fetch instincts?

Oh, gosh Poor, poor little dog .Nothing deserves that sort of torture.Death at least means he is now safe over the bridge.

Sad for you has his vet said why he is losing his sight now? Don't worry too much about how he will cope- as it's gradual, he will adjust quite well- using his nose/ears! Just make sure that garden/indoor furniture doesn't get moved around much..and that steps etc are safe ... you can perhaps start him on using different cues- like small bells or a windchime hung near significant spots outside .. a drop or two of scents like lavender to help guide him to places.... or even things like textured paths..gravel that crunches.. or soft woodchips , to act as tactile clues he will be fine

LOL! Well.... it happens maybe phone them and ask ? If no joy- then book her in to what was suggested , and see what proper Xrays find . THEN- you will know what you are dealing with, at least . Contacting the trainer is a very good idea!! looking forward to reading updates

So did she have Xrays at the RSPCA when a puppy ? Or how did they diagnose HD?

Sounds as if some Xrays done by someone expert in HD may be a good idea . I will just suggest no cuddles - reward her when she does something correctly - pat her, scratch her- but ignore her if she comes looking . perhaps put her in a sit, then pat her? That way she is not missing out - but she also does NOT have an opportunity to snap/growl!!

yes... tho they do not see it as 'hate' . I believe working partnerships are forged with trust ,confidence and guidance.Bub, I believe that the fact that Bitty is now more focussed could be explained by the fact she is now much more attuned to you. She is more used to what you want- and how you operate. She is more confident , and you perhaps have finally released any 'barriers' you had to a full working relationship with her ?

Hmm That article corvus posted some of made me think of the partnerships of some working dog pairs- Guide Dogs/ stock working dogs, in particular ,( these are two I know about:o) as these require long hours together, and some intelligent disobedience on the dog's part - and also a knowledge of the 'end result' for both parties . It happens sometimes that there seems to be thought transferrence between dog and human.... kinda like twins finishing each others' sentences It is an amazing feeling - to work together , without commands, because you both know the task, and the dog can make decisions which help you both achieve it . (or I could be entirely wrong )

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Glad you caught it - but those glue traps are just a horrible stressful and painful way to catch anything

Looking forward to how things go on Thursday ! I am so glad you will have someone there to help.

good update .

I agree - the distressed when not joined at the hip with his owner def. needs looking at by someone qualified, and it sounds as if the O P needs some personal help with understanding this little fluffball, generally- so as to meet his needs and set him appropriate boundaries.

..have you tried ox cheek? That puts weight on

Unfortunately, for folks who don't have good knowledge of what makes a dog a dog ....and are conned by those little brown eyes and that cute fluffiness ... it can all become very challenging , I guess . Cat poo is a big favourite here too! .. So we can get some more ideas- what is pup's daily routine at present? What is he fed? Where does he sleep?

Beautiful!!

Itoo would hate to see Tango adversley affected - after all your blood ,sweat and tears to get him to where he is now .

When my old boy had yeast problems, I was told to totally avoid processed food and grains....(this was nearly 20 years ago),and so I fed my boy fresh meat and bones,and cooked vege peelings.It did help ..he also had allergies , but didn't get the malassezia anywhere near as much

Definitely see the vet about his reaction- the vet obviosuly thought the infection warranted oral treatment, so it should still be implemented, using a different A/B. You may indeed find a diet change will help to stop a recurrence - although some vets do not encourage this train of thought ...

;) glad he's ok.!! Would one piece of potato peel would have an almost instant effect due to the toxins?.. possibly he tried to swallow it and it got stuck ..potato peel being the odd shape it is ? I have fed lots of cooked potato peel to dogs with no ill effect - no one has tried to eat it raw!

6 weeks is too early. I think there are some rules to that effect. is your chosen breeder registered ,etc?