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Many of the Newf people i now will use hand towels & sew/attach a neck cord

Cavs are sporting spaniels breed for hunting ,they have drive like any breeds does . Each dog is an individual anyway so there is no guarantee a blanket method of training will work even within a breed. I don't now of any dog that wouldn't work for food or attention ,attention is part of training anyway is just a case of the method you use & have savvy you are in reading your dog ,even working dogs want to be loved

People pack/unpack in stages ,walking dog & gear at the same time isn't what we generally do & keep in mind the more crap you take then packing the car can become an issue if set items need to go in first. Also keep in mind pushing gear on a cross country terrain isn't easy especially with a dog in tow & maneuvering around peoples stuff & controlling the dog . It comes down to how much money you want to spend ,i use the fold up trolleys for crates & the ezy ups also fit on them ,i find them great for all grounds & easy to pack away. I also have show trolleys but there not cheap & some aren't designed for alot of gear to go in & push.

Some locals in our area have had issues with morons bringing Pitbulls in to attack live stock so they have brought in shooters. I would alert neighbours & council,you not accusing anyone of anything as you have no idea who or what did it but a warning of be aware goes along way . Whether it be a sick human who thoughtt it was funny or dog issue

There can be many causes & i would certainly be looking at what you feed & that includes all treats,chews,bones & anything else it gets . As dog age some just can't handle some foods anymore . I also have dogs that when they have pulled muscles or are sore they get the runs so i head off to my bowen person . Add pumpkin to the diet the best to assist in firming stools far better than rice .

Common sense . You can read many things about puppy raising but you don't need a degree to do it many stuff out there these days makes things so much harder when it shouldn't be. Ask your breeder what the pup isbeing feed so you can get food now. Agree with checking the shed & make sure the pen is high enough that pup can't get over . Don't spoil pup because its cute,that cute pup will grow very quickly & what was fun at 12 weeks won't be at 6.12 months so consider anything that you encourage & what the consequences may be down the track because untraining bad habits is hard work & that is where many people fail . Both discuss your guidelines & stick to it,All members must be on the same page to ensure pup learns quickly without confusion .a pup won't love you more because you allow it to get away with murder . Teaching off is very easy that happens in your general daily activities from day 1 ,Boxers are out there & you can't take away that Boxer way but you body language & what you encourage & accept will make or break it. My large breed puppies are always allowed to have "there time" to be what they are but they also learn very quickly about time out & calm that also includes guests & how they approach your dogs.Many just want to kiss & cuddle & razz up the pup but from day 1 they will learn this correct because everyone does it & the pup gets rewarded for it ,Like you say you rellies 40 kg Boxer isn't fun so just consider what it does & what annoys you the most & .

I think people forget the OP first dog a Cavie is a hunting breed & a true sporting spaniel so if your going to suggest breeds due to hunting history the Cavie is a no no & yes i have seen plenty of cavies with good sporting traits & hunt well . My first question would be how much exposure has your Cavie had to big dogs & how does it interact with them.Does it enjoy the rough & tumble or prefer a more laid back playmate . Something to keep in mind if your plan is to have the 2 dogs live happily together. I agree with others the 2 breeds you have selected are like chalk & cheese to live with so maybe list the pros/cons of the 2 breeds that make you want to own them . Going to a dogshow would be a good start aswell not only will you see the breeds in public it will also make you decide what you prefer or maybe see other breeds you never considered .

You maybe need to ask once the show has started & people can tell you from the Cat if any are entered whether they turn up is another thing >Royals aren't at the top of the list for dogshow people to attend especially with giant breeds

Cavies make great pets but they can snore,the shed like crazy & need regular brushing ,If these things aren't an issue then they can certainly be on the good pet list . We board & groom many Cavoodles & whilst most have lovely natures there coats are your worst nightmare .The temps can be one or the other so its important to understand both breeds & basically figure out what you can get in the middle,They often have bad mouths because of the cross in jaw structure & this can cause issues & expense . Are there any other breeds you have considered

But who says it truly was DA ?? Mals approaching other dogs do it in a manner that to others may seem aggressive so really without knowing the facts i wouldn't be quick to judge . They may have been more worried about your dog approaching them with no owner i now i get peeved when dogs wonder up to mine & take protective action I have a dog here who is very social but is full on when approached & as such i take great care ,his play method alone could hurt a dog or create an issue & people presume the worse. There dog was onlead your dog wasn't turn the tables ^ these people may have experienced an issue with an offleash dog

For me if i have a pup that in my opinion wishes to sit more than stand i am straight off to my bowen lady to get them checked.My theory is a sore pup will not stand & no amount of practice will make it happen so all my pups get checked to ensure there isn't something sore & making them want to sit more. If there not sore then great but with my larger breed pups i tend to not worry alot as often there body is not ready to support all that weight so its got to be made fun with a little help . All mine get table stacked from pups to adults,i find it easier on my back & they learn quicker & i have no issues with them following through in the ring & yes i will table my large breed babies till 4 months

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I have never used the stackers & personally have no desire i have seen more issues created than good but it is each to there own . Baiting to high is generally the first major issue & no amount of training will make it work if you do this wrong. Alot depends if the pup is sitting more in general or just at these times after all its alot of puppy to keep upright. How is pup on the stack .does pup stack well or try to sit ?

We would not groom a dog without any consent no matter how logical it may seem to do it

Will ask the obvious question first has dog been taught to sit ?? Also she is a pup so sometimes they need assistance & you need to make it more fun * note allow them to get board & sit . Also if your holding the bait to high they will sit ona free stand because its more comfy

Phone your breeder & have a chat with them ,agree that constant lameness even if mild is an issue,it may be nothing major at all & something very simple to solve or warnings signs for something major but it needs addressing as muscle wastage can set in . If your breeder is a good one they should be able to give so feedback & maybe suggest a vet who is excellent in lameness issues as some vets are very clueless in this area

Nope easy to do but working in the boarding/grooming field i see obese dogs all the time & i see the awful side effects off it . We board so many diabetic dogs these days & they are owned by people who we would always say needs a diet yadda yadda but they always had excuses & then when the dog is very sick they blame everyone else . The sad part is i also now of people who want there dogs fat because they are less active & easier to live with

Does he go im it during the day ?? I have showdogs so they are all crate trained but they are trained during the day as well that leaving the crate means toilets .Sometimes you need to use day time to educate them on what to do not just nighttime .

Bullmastiff we board both & both breeds have there pro/cons but when it comes to the boarding environment experience i just love that goofy laid back Bullmastiff way ,still active but gentle at the same time

If your sitting with a friend who has shelter then a simple list would be Chair crate water bowl mat /tarp for under the crate basic show bag 'lead show/walking,number holder,squeaky(if trained to one) slobber cloth,white chalk.You could add plenty more but if starting on a budget the above will do. bait esky with basics unless you wish to buy. Clothes yo can go simple or extreme,start simple not white as it blends into the dog (presume its the bassett). You can wear nice pants & top .Your son i would suggest let him give it a go first but again dress neat & tidy & then you can buy a nice pair of slacks & shirt . Op shops can be great if budget shopping especially for growing kids & even the adults . I would suggest attending as many shows as possible if you can video the breed in question & watch & learn & then video yourself if practising. If again its a basset some use the basset table for judging

Agree with others is saying that taking your dog often isn't the best idea . Generally people want to chat & also believe there dog can go play with other dogs & this isn't the case. The show environment can be very overwhelming & like already mentioned very space restrictive. Some venues may be more suitable but All Breeds shows i would say a big no especially if inside .Inside shows area actually very hard to be a spectator . If your wanting to see Cockers & maybe show yours off then maybe consider the Cocker club shows but the club could give you more idea,s We encourage any people that phone us to come dogless unless you wish to sit by yourself & not interact at all because with the varying set ups & people often sharing with other breeds exhibitor set ups are a very busy place so any spare dogs not confined can become an issue & some shows are harder to interact with exhibitors . Many free areas you can't stand in such as marshaling areas & you will be told to move on so unless your partner plans to just stand in the backrow & see nothing whilst holding the dogs then i would consider exactly what you want out of your day at the show . Not all breeders will be chatty as much as dog shows are great to see breeds its also a very social time for exhibitors who often make a day out of it with friends .

Never made them smaller & never had an issue