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Oh- apologies- I thought he was in an outdoor pen . Bother I can understand your frustration. what about treatball things - set to 'genius' Not chewing, but thinking and moving...... Why not have a browse HERE?

he doesn't 'have' to be occupied all day . He also needs to learn to relax/sleep when left alone When he's bored with his bone/kong- then he can just sleep.... When you are home ,I am sure he gets plenty to do

Your puppy is not vaccinated fully yet- please do not expose her to areas where other dogs go a lot regarding getting out of her collar- if you use a martingale she will not be able to .. or if you do a flat collar up tight enough she will also not be able to! it is all your responsibility .. to set her up so she just CANNOT make too many mistakes

and this is why you go to an obedience club- or get a trainer to help you YOU are the human- the one in charge- it is your responsibilty to TEACH her how walk comfortably on a leash & collar.. she won't automatically do it..and ,believe me, it can be done on a flat collar ... with you being educated- all sorts of things are possible!! She is such a baby yet- she has lots to learn from you. THIS LINKmay get you thinking as to what is needed now, and what can be done ;) The trick is to get information from different sources-- and after you learn lots, and beging to understand your pup- then you can use what works best for your pup. Pup/dog training is NOT "one size fits all" !

Goldee- in answer to your question..ONE person does the deciding/training - the others reinforce it and...a HARNESS is something which goes around the dog's body. A HEADCOLLAR (brand names, Halti,gentle leader, etc ) goes on the dog's head. If you want to use a headcollar .. (and I cannot see why, on such a baby puppy), please CLICK HERE for lots of discussion on the use/abuse of them, and their suitablity. Why don't you want to use a plain flat collar?

She is 9 weeks old? She won't be teething until around 5 months of age ;) re: the feeding. Canned food is mostly water . waste of money, and not much nutrition. Whose dog is she? Why are 'the other people' feeding her??? Don't you live there, or what? perhpas see that She gets a good breakfast - (NOT cereals)...meat/puppy kibble. a meaty bone to chew on/play with during the day ..a meal when you get home...and a light snack for supper. If 'the others' really want to feed her.. why don't YOU prepare a meal for her and leave in the fridge? That way she is getting what you want to feed her... and they think they are doing their bit. She will benefit from bones every day chicken wings/turkey necks... all sorts . I don't like chicken necks much for anything bigger than cavs.. I worry about them getting stuck in the oesophagus but that's just me . personally I don't understand why they are wanting to feed her at all.......

Sounds as if teh dogs have regressed ,maybe due to you being away? Who was looking after them? I also recommend going back to basics. They need calm and consistent housetraining again. They are not evil- just a bit confused and needing your help.

I have always found mice/chicken wings to satisfy them longer- without really filling their belly .Quality over quantity My first job at 17 y o was raising a large litter os OESD's. They mainly ate weetbix/milk..I have never used it since

It is perfectly safe- but totally unneccesary Dogs do not need cereals/milk. Fill her up with good meat/bones, or a proper puppy kibble.her body does not require , or deal well with, cereal. Porridge would be better than weetbix if you MUST feed stuff like that... but it is only a cheap way of filling the puppy up- if you think about it.... did your pup's ancestors grow up munching on wheat/oat crops? Did they go round milking cows? No. They hunted animals/birds/fish..and ate everything, including bones and skin, eyeballs and fur. They also occasionally ate ripe fruit /berries on their travels ..and some fresh green soft grass.

Nods politely to those still half-asleep Morning Jed- here, the birds are very noisy- dew covers every leaf/blade of grass, and the sun is warming things up . I hope today sees you feeling more comfortable *puts tray full of hot crumpets, buttered and ready for honey or fig jam, on the table, and goes to light a candle, in thankfulness of the DOL spirit *

Hi Sorry, jed- have not been able to visit for a couple of days - hope you are resting and healing . *goes to light candle*

<<<Please Please any idea's anyone on how to rid these mice, traps are set but just dont seem to go off when they take the stuff off,>>> yep :D buy the grey plastic traps from your supermarket ..'Safe &Sure'. http://www.flickr.com/photos/binjy/4495242494/ Bait the little disk with a SMEAR -not a spoonful- of peanut butter, or partially melted parmesan cheese .. set and wait for the snap! Set traps so the mice can easily enter from the front of the trap... not the side. Sorry- buttons for quotes, links etc not working

X2 A wild animal may well reject/cannibalise young if they smell humans on them. A dog living its life closely with a family ? Should not be the case.

OK, but - I wouldn't be rushing to put a dog on aspirin without vet advice. ... If you are concerned about pain levels. get the vet to give you some dog-appropriate pain relief - or see if you can get a consult with a specialist? My sugestion would be to ask in this forum about Panosteitis . Start a new thread. I remember threads about it in the past- and folks can share their tips and solutions

Morning all ! oops- sorry that seemed a bit loud .. I woke up some dogs Thanks for the update toohey - well done, jed. Think I'll just sit quietly somewhere for now... while you lot eat the crumpets I brought . here--- they're pan fried in butter, and ther's a jar of honey

What did your vet suggest?

Cute pics of Elbie That 'badger' looks more like a squirrel to me :rolleyes: I love the horse toy!

Justice- I like the card layout Justice- you may be interested in (if you haven't already) a BUBBLESITE .. a gallery of your very best work, that people can view .. and purchase, and contact you.

It is a nasty feeling So glad the dogs are ok ...and I do hope you change your locks!

the cardboard rolls from T/paper or paper towel. Old socks tied in knots small soft drink bottles with a few bits of kibble or treats in. whole apples whole carrots leather soccerballs- not fully inflated . cardboard boxes old leather dog collars(buckles removed) They also enjoy kongs and the odd squeaky toy.

I agree- a runt is often that way because of a malformation, like cleft palate ( I presume you had them checked at birth?)..or it is for some reason not digesting food/something else is wrong. The runt may be weaker/smell different/beghave differently ..so mum removes it to care for the healthy ones. Nature knows best most times, but sometimes human intervention can help bring a runt back. Best of luck with them.

Have you tried leash walking her in the backyard? When she is sleeping, or quiet.. gently and calmy and with NO speaking.. attach the leash to her collar ( you have had it in your pocket up til now ;) Walk straight out to the backyard... once again- NO talking...or patting or treats or anything... just walking .Then just walk around and around and around for about 20 mins. No talking..no treats...just walk After that, get her to sit ..and with no more talking or anything - take the leash off.. and you walk away- back to the house . If she follows you and comes up to you ... then GENTLY and quietly pat her and tell her how beautiful she is . You may also like to try attending obedience classes - or having a trainer come visit your house for private lessons That way you learn the correct way of going about it - and will hopefully be able to enjoy being on walks with your girl

putting a harness on a baby puppy , and then putting her in a car - in strange surroundings is probably not a wise move I agree with Sandra- but would suggest the back seat/footwell. MUCH less danger of a wriggling /jumping/vomiting puppy being a distraction/impediment to the driver!!

Isn't that such a good feeling? Well done.