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That must be so frustrating- with a favourite oval/park so crowded at popular times

Any reason you can't walk him in the mornings? That is the ideal time! Everything is fresh, and cooler- and dog is then relaxed and happy for the day- not waiting and waiting for the afternoon walk two short walks would be much preferable for your dog , if you could- that way he's getting out of the house a bit more..and using his nose as he should- to investigate! if it really is too hot, then put him on lead, and do 10 min. of obedience with him indoors! That will certainly give his brain a workout. Ok- one more thing. We have working sheepdogs. Today they are out working, with large mobs of feral goats. They are fine- they run and run, dunk in a water trough, and off they go again. They are lean and fit- their bodies can take it. Your little boy has no yard to run boundary duty in... days when he doesn't get a decent run/walk..so he is possibly not the fittest/best able to cope with the extra load keeping cool puts on the heart/lungs.

If your dog is panting and sluggish..... he is not really enjoying himself. I got confused... so now he runs around the park? Dogs will overdo things, too. They don't 'know' about heatstroke..they only take the opportunity to 'be a DOG' when it is offered, rather than sitting at home They may pant heavily- but, especially in humid weather, this is not enough, and they can overheat. If he is running around the park..and is not sluggish, then he may well be ok... I still would not do it.

I don't enjoy walking when it's 30 deg- so I would try and walk really early in the morning, or late at night. When living in Melbourne, I always walked my dog around 5.30 or 6 am every morning, before work there's your clue. He is suffering.

Cold tea can be very useful in reducing mild cases of conjunctivitis/irritation . I have used it for many years, on many dogs. Our workers get a lot of eye irritation- and cold tea - naturally made fresh- dripped into the eyes, as per any drops ,a few times a day, does seem to help. It is apparently the mild tannic acid which does the trick if you aren't steady enough to pour/drip- then just squeeze a teabag ,and use the drops from the corner .

Not caused by an ingrown eyelash or a mild entropion?

:D Thinking of you.

I wouldn't :D The less 'bits' which may find their way into a dog's belly, the better!!

We used bonnie working dog for years & years- and all ours did very well. We stopped using it several years ago tho when the formula changed...

Yep- that's what I've heard as well. It does work in the canine stomach, I presume, as it works in human stomachs- I know of it being used regularly to break down gas in a 'bloated' human stomach, which then impinges on other organs. When the simethicone does the job, gas is much easier to get rid of, and the pain and pressure is relieved quickly.

He probably has an upset tummy FIRST- which is when his instinct tells him to eat some grass (I think) Time to check on his worming/diet/treats, etc , to see if everything is normal and ok. ;) Perhaps he needs a supplement or a probiotic? Does he have other things to eat/chew in the yard? Sorry can't be much help :D

Maybe the vet used an A/B which is not targetting 'her' bacteria? I would also suggest using cranberry powder/tablets

When he goes outside to stay- just make sure that bedding is the same one he uses indoors- and that water bowl is easily found. Honest- 9 week olds are actually very adept at survival- and soon work out what's what!

Sorry to disappoint Bubby KNOWS THE TRICKS! he has been well rewarded by sitting, he knows darn well what you're cooking, and he knows when you are likely to feed him treats !!! Nothing gentlemanly about it, sorry---- he just was waiting for something better than a dollop of icing on the floor

The dogs will know their 'rank', even if you don't. Bitches are 'usually' the ones who have the last word I do not believe it is possible to have them see each other as all equal.

agreed. He's not made of meringue- he won't dissolve in a bit of rain- it's not cold, and leaving him indoors in a pen may well encourage more bad habits, like chewing/barking, as well as mucking up toilet training.

Check your council bylaws for cat curfew laws?

there isn't really one

A council trap/trip to the pound.

SWF = Small White Fluffy dogs, no matter what the breeding. Bones with meat can be a meal, not just a toothbrush, and a nice soft bone like part of a chicken frame or a half turkey wing with meat etc on is a wonderful meal. oh, and you need not put *emoticon removed* in your writings ,we don't mind if you remove them!

princess C- if you feel you could not provide adequately for the mental needs of a collie- IMO you should not even consider a poodle. Poodles are a very intelligent and active dog- great at things which involve thinking and 'working'. Unfortunately, so many people just see the fluff and frills- and fail to notice the sassy and smart canine brain within! As for grooming- no need for the fancy 'do'- just a 'puppy clip' for functionality. Easy

LOL!!

Hi You may find some of your questions answered HERE and/or HERE.. this discussion is for a particular breed,tho. I would not do it

and it can be tricky