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She is beautiful

It helps to have a goofy smile when you are a big black dog

What about what the DOGS use it for of their own free will? We have two crates set up in the lounge room a 42" and 46" and the dogs use it for * barley during games of chasey, the dog with the toy goes in there for a rest and the others respect that space * as a bone safe, many a time I have found bones buried in the blankets for later on * a place to eat their treats in peace, when you set bones out of the fridge/treats out of the cupboard they all instantly rush to a crate, great for when it is pouring rain and they cannot go outside to have a bone * as a cave when they wish time out or to shelter from a noisy storm We the humans use them to * separate Dee and Zephyr when Dee is in season, with cable ties on Zephyr's crate as he escapes and is able to break Dee out * confine dogs when any of them need to recover from an injury * act as a safe sleeping place for visiting dogs * provide a secure chill out place for when at conformation shows, obedience trials, pet expos etc So many uses.

Contact the Newfie Club of Vic as they used to have people who did Water Rescue. http://www.ncanewfs.org/working/water/

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OMG Willow that is awful and truly tragic. Thank you all for your replies. I guess I am lucky that I walk predominantly in low traffic, low population areas. This is when I use the extenda lead. I use a 1.2m leather lead for crowded situations like markets, when in suburbia and for obedience training. I like the extenda lead as it will retract when there is slack in the line. This is a lot easier to cope with than trying to gather up a long line or tracking lead, especially in a hurry.

Same here. I just wouldnt trust a dog on one. May I ask why specifically you both don't like extenda leads? Would you have the same opinion if it was a long or tracking lead that the dog was walked on?

May I ask what people think of the option of having your dogs on extenda leads as a solution for people who want their dogs to be able to roam while on their walk? I have a DA dog as a result of three attacks in six months, when she was seven months old. We deliberately avoid the areas where I know dogs roam from their properties. I also have a dog who loves everybody and everything, to the point of squeaking in anticipation of a greeting. To allow them the ability to sniff the area while walking, I walk them separately on an extenda lead (yep double the exercise for me). This means that should I see trouble approaching in the form of an other dog, whether on or off lead, I have the ability to get them close to me and under strict control. That way they remain safe and the other dogs/owners remain safe, and everybody can have an enjoyable walk.

Oh and just for your info Zero is not a strange looking Sibe

It certainly was Oh and Sam says a huge congratulations on your win. I did not get a chance to pass on her best wishes last night

I would also like to thank Judi for the sponsorship of the Responsible Pet Owner of the Year award. The long lead and voucher are going to come in very handy. Dee will love the lead and Zeph will absolutely love the intro agility lesson. You are an amazing woman. Hugs to Mandela And a huge congratulations to all the nominees and winners. The dog world and dog people alike are much better off because of all your efforts.

You are so very right, onwards and upwards A fantastic effort Deb, you and your guys do wonders. So deserved. :D Thank you very much Ladies. I am absolutely stunned and so thrilled. To the Wonderful Person who nominated me, I thank you sincerely from the bottom of my heart. Last night meant so much to the OH and I and has been a great tonic. A huge congratulations to Issis and Erny. Awards well deserved. It was absolutely fantastic to catch up with you both last night. Miss Squish it was wonderful to meet you last night and talk shar peis with you and Millie's owner (so very sorry but I have forgotten your name), but it was fantastic to meet up again. To Julie, Leslie, MDBA and Troy a fantstic night was had by all. It was brilliant company, great food and a wonderful night. And to Best Friends Holiday Retreat..................................a huge thank you for the raffle price. Watch out we are coming your way very soon :D

That is such a brilliant photo Here is Zeph wearing the same pack at the pet expo. He had lollies in his which he gave up for pats

Oh Huski after such promising news. I hope Daisy continues to heal and that you are an active team again very soon.

Zephyr spent today at the pet expo exchanging lollies from Tank's backpack for pats, leaning on people to keep them patting and scratching him, and tarting up to several girls of different breeds Matthew with Tank and Zeph He had an absolutely fantastic time and loved all the attention. It was a very long day but well worth the effort for the positive PR.

I really hope that they have fixed the problem and that Daisy recovers very quickly You and your girl have been through a lot together and I know how much she means to you. Huge hugs Huski

A huge congratulations to all the nominees. I was very surprised when Julie phoned me and extremely appreciative to my nominator. So to that person thank you for taking the time and making the effort.

Gayle we will be thinking of you tomorrow

The dogs playing with their major Christmas presents Zeph is not too bright as he thinks that the toy magically fills up again but is clever enough to copy Baylee, Dee is too clever for her own good and rather dextress with her feet and Baylee is an impatient bulldozer who just up ends the puzzle to find the treats And the two young ones playing with their minor presents - a new pool and orbee ball (sorry I cannot work out how to rotate it)

OMG what a classic expression That is priceless Erny.

Zeph learning to swim I got it Coming back now Going strong Getting tired Really tired Need a rest Oh crap sinking Sinking further, but still holding onto the ball OMG made it, with the ball

I got my three boxes today and will fill them up on the weekend. Cannot wait to go shopping And my little post office here knew all about it Now where is that list of things to buy ...........................

I knew there was a reason why I was going to leave Zeph with you last night ;) Bugger, we cannot make it as we have visitors coming for lunch, and they are bringing it :p Something to do with impending birthdays Have a great time and looking forward to photos

Yep they are all true water babies When they were young Dee playing hide and seek with Baylee Dee gardening Zephyr

So so many to choose from Zephyr - the household clown The girls - Baylee and Dee Chasey - Dee and Zephyr style The Old Girl finds a new hobby - Baylee Herding Dee doing what she loves - working The Family 2007 - Mini, Bliss, Orca, Baylee