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This is a very dangerous habit ! he can pick up all sorts of worms/disease! maybe not let him off leash .. or make him wear a decent basket muzzle (like a greyhound muzzle) ( which you will then have to clean dog poop off as he tries to sniff/eat th estuff ) YUCK You may also want to feed him a good mineral /enzyme supplement - I don't know of a name off hand, but I'm sure someone will help.

Oops. I would think passionfruit skin is pretty well indigestible- so yes, he would get rid of it! Hopefully that was the trouble, and hope he's ok now... The dogs wouldn't get NEAR any passionfruit vine I had --- It would be behind a locked gate!! i LOVE EM

Looking at that smile- so full of joy and love- there is no way you could have made that handsome boy's life happier R I P Diesel.

You do such a great job, both in composition and clarity, and post-production treatment . ... I love looking at your work . numbers 3,7 ,9 are ones I especially like

Aawwww

but, we MUST have a phot now, as proof what a nice story...

No judge- useless at technicalities... I LOVE that first one !! The rest do nothing for me .. altho they may be technically wonderful ..and they all have interesting shapes/lighting. The first one has the branch beautifully highlighted/lit..there is just enough detail in the buildings to get me interested...and I love the light patterns

Some folks feed twice a day forever ;) I prefer it for my dogs when I can - .

I am so sorry, dianed. I know what it's like .. ;)

No advice ..just a ;) You will be an expert in special dietary cooking ! two crook chooks needing extra care ... Thinking of you.

If you can see swelling each side of the penis- usually it is normal, and is a sign that he is aroused/excited.... neutered dogs can also have this- they do not have to be entire. he lives with you, or are you minding him? The swelling may not be a cause of his aggression, but a result? he may be aroused by whatever behaviour he is carrying on on with. The increased aggression would be my worry, not the swelling ... Does he normally let you examine him in such a way? THIS has some info ... If the swelling is very obvious, and in other areas... then a vet check is a good plan.

lilli- I think there was more than just a vaginitis discharge, from reading this bit.. I agree with the yeast/humidity connection ... treating those conditions in that part of the world must be a nightmare

That site is entertaining ! So much leather, testosterone ..oOOhh and spikes !

raw food has all the nutrients But it needs to be fed by using all parts of an animal- bone/muscle/offal/skin/cartilage.... and you may add a small amount of veg,dairy,oil.... only chicken frames is fine for a short term diet... just not for months/years. Have fun with food!

I can'treally be of much help , I'm sorry . What a worry for you, having a pup of your dreams , but finding she is not 100%. I am concerned the breeder sold her knowing of a problem Sounds as if she was full of infection as well as having the swallowing trouble - Ican't imagine how you would have been feeling. It's a hard one. I guess knowing exactly what the problem is with the swallowing would then enable you to make a decision on her future. Tough call. The incontinence ? could be a bladder infection ..or could be other things- hope you get it sorted. Oh- and I doubt it would be hair balls- dogs do not groom themselves with their tongue as much as cats . licking can be a sign of nausea , though! I wish you strength and I hope it all works out for you.

Oh .. Vale Magnus. What wonderful piece of writing for TBCSPITW. Amen

Stress will do it ... that is not saying there may not be another physical cause. first- STOP feeding all sorts of things...incl. table scraps . if she is happy eating chicken frames... then feed her chicken frames. if you want to feed table scraps- feed them in her bowl, at mealtime. If she eats these well and happily... then that's what she gets. After a few days , if all seems well , (IF she is still not eating well .. and/or if you notice anything odd .. then a vet check would be advised!!) start gradually adding some different meat ... perhaps she has decided she would like a lovely raw diet , please ,mum Have a read HERE for lots of helpful raw feeding discussion

me too.. it's not terribly visible unless you are near it.. set flat into the lawn near a path.... Maybe phone the tourist office?

Ofetn if the bite is quick- there will be little slobber . It's when a dog hangs on /chews, that there is slobber.

I can't remember where, either, and I have seen it a couple of times It's a lovely thing... *goes googling....

It's great to read that you take him places Why I ask about the walk... is that he seems to only ever do stuff which is exciting and energetic. Having him on a bed calmly indoors, or going for long borning walks may help him to just relax, and to not be so responsive. he is doing a lot of stuff for a pup.. I imagine he is 'switched on' pretty well all the time. he is , I will suggest so hyper, because that is the lifestyle you give him. he CAN be calm and settle- he does it every night :D Why? because he is inside, he has boundaries,and he is not stimulated. So - he CAN do it- you need to show him how. You obviously don't have hiim on leash when inside ;) Bring him in ON leash. attach teh leash to your belt, or loop another leash around your waist to do so. that way- it is YOUR responsibilty to keep his 4 feet on teh ground. His teenage brain, full of excitement and stuff, needs calm leadership. wander around, doing what you normally do.. he will be only 2 feet away from you at any time... so can not jump/chase, whatever. be CALM .. no high voice/energetic praise...and not much conversation. If you are in the kitchen or whatever- maybe give him a bone ,in his crate.. in the lounge/kitchen. This way he learns that being indoors = be still and calm... which is something missing in his life generally. It certainly won't happen quickly... and it will be hard work, A professional can be of great assistance to you .. and will help get you over this rough patch ;)

:D so your aunt's dog was out the front, with no lead, and no fence? A risky thing, if so, ;) what type of dog is your aunt's dog? To get a decent bit on top of the neck like that - the biter would be quite a bit larger than the bitee, i would think? Nasty for everyone.

look at that face!

I would not allow anyone with a dog/cat to sit my house either

Glad to hear the news