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I would also consider that fact the he may feel toileting in his yard isnt acceptable & he waits for his walks to toilet which is fine aslong as he always gets out. Personally i think your feeeding too much chicken .& most likely not enough . If his biscuits are going in the kong that isnt very much..

Also buy some flea rinse & make a spray bottle mixture up so you can spray the dog . Capstar is super for flea infested dogs it kills them within 30 mins or so. We have used on a pick up that was riddled with fleas

I dont use either ,many use advance with great success but it isnt for my dogs.(doesnt agree) Although of all the super premiun science diet is at the bottom for me & many here on the list. Science diet is well known for causing the runs due to the ingredients.

You have learnt a lesson though you never change a diet over night ,this what happens when you change a diet to fast without weaning i. Mind you science diet isnt favoured by very many people .It is the last brand i would feed or recommend as it contains to nuch wheat & corn. Was she feeding the supermarket brand or the premiun pedigree range??

Why did you change the diet the breeder recommended ?? $170 for a consult!! wouldnt have cost you anything if you stuck to the previous diet

I am presuming the thread in the lost/found section?

Std schnauzers can be more nippy simply due to the herding instinct,the same applies to any of the breeds used for herding ,It is there natural tool to get the animals to move where they need them too BUT it isnt a reason to simply nip & that is where the quality of time/training & understanding the breed in question. Mini schnauzers arent nippers The most important thing to understand is all 3 sizes are seperate breeds & have there own unique needs & breed characteristics & sadly many people misunderstand which size is what & just presume that there all the same. Minsi are very laid back easy to handle & family oriented The stds/giants are also very loyal/family oriented but a more inclined to push the boundries if owners arent in control. Remember working breeds cover border collies,dobes,rotties,GSD all these breeds are super family pets BUT require the time & effort to be put in to reap the rewards & have a well adjusted,family/public pet. Giants/Stds due to there loyal working traits will stand there ground & protect there home,family members but again a well trained dog that nows whats acceptable will be well controlled. The std/giant are often used as police dogs due to the fact they are extremely intelligient & great loyal workers Stds in the US are also being used as cancer sniffer dogs. The reason is because these 2 sizes do thrive on being mentally challenged.they love learning/pleasing. Blacks in Stds are harder to come by & as a breeder we always impress on future puppy owners with children that the individual dog is far more important than colour especially in your case having very young children. As far as minis go yes there are health issues but they dont occur that often .The main ones being PRA/cataracts .Good breeders eye test yearly & should be very offay with there lines. Some websites can often list conditions that are owner created . Skin issues can also be an issue with schnauzers but 99% of the time its due to not feeding this breed correctly.If you seek a good breeder & follow there advice you will have a very happy,healthy mini/std. They normally both sizes live to 15 yrs

The Stds that we met were so calm and mellow, after the initial barking when we arrived, they were so good with my daughter (who isn't rough, and just quietly patted them). The breeder said that is why they keep breeding them, their nature is so good even if the salt and pepper male didn't have the most amazing coat (compared to the black they had). Sorry, rambling now. Although you can get bad coats a breeder should still be breeding for quality of coat not just the temp.its the whole schnauzer package.A poor coat often means you cant handtrip it although for pets we clip The reaction you got was typical schnauzer BUT i dare say the owners have a good grasp of the breed & have them well trained to now when to finish which is the key element in a std. Unfortunately when it comes to shows & schnauzers its a tricky one.Because the breed needs to be handstripped there not always in coat for set shows ,the bigger the show the better the chance. You may also want to join the yahoo grp QLDschnauzer.It has breeders/pet owners of all sizes on there & they hold picnic days where they all get together & may have an idea of when the best turnout of schnauzers will. Also contact the schnauzer club of QLD they do have a website(The link can be obtained from the breed pages below) As for crate traing i highly recommend it especially with young children around

For size comparison we usually say to people its like a Labrador v Beagle. Minis height ideally 13 inch female/14 for male I would also suggest ringing some grooming salons to see what they charge for a groom of both sizes. All sizes of the schnauzers lmake great pets but there not all the same in regards to what there bred for & there general manners. This is what the US std schnauzer clubs uses Sociable... Alert... Comedian... Guard... Companion... The Standard Schnauzer is a handsome, robust, squarely built, medium sized dog with aristocratic bearing. The original of the 3 sizes of Schnauzers, he is pepper and salt or solid black in color with a wiry minimal-shedding coat. Standard Schnauzers are noted for guarding the home and for their affectionate devotion. Known as excellent family companions, the Standard Schnauzer also is outstanding as a working dog excelling in conformation, obedience, agility, tracking, herding and therapy. Please explore our site and see our Standard Schnauzers at work and play. THE STANDARD SCHNAUZER is a squarely-built, very energetic, medium-sized dog with a stiff, wiry coat. It is a robust and sturdy working dog, yet small enough in stature not to be overwhelming. These traits, combined with a coat which has minimal shedding and "doggy" odor, would lead some to believe this is the ideal dog. However, it is what is on the inside of this extremely agile body that has intrigued fanciers for centuries. This sometimes mischievous, quick and active dog is in reality a reliable working dog with a superbly intelligent mind. This is the dog that is often called "the dog with the human brain". A FAMILY DOG that thrives best on close interaction with his human family, it needs the proper outlet for its above-average intelligence that only living as a family dog can provide. The Standard Schnauzer possesses a very clever, inquisitive, creative and sometimes stubbornly determined mind along with a great sense of self-dignity. Properly and carefully raised, they make an affectionate friend and confidante for the children of the immediate family. HOME GUARDIAN is the Standard Schnauzer's middle name. It is very territorial, and the family home is its castle. The arrival of each new stranger is announced with a deep bark that belies its mid-sized stature. Properly introduced, the Standard Schnauzer will accept close family friends into the home but warn away strangers with a deep bark and strong vigor that inspires respect from all. MEDIUM-SIZED in stature, males ideally are 18-20 inches high at the shoulders and weigh 35-50 pounds. The females ideally are 17-19 inches high at the shoulders and generally weigh 30-45 pounds. LEARNING VERY QUICKLY, the Standard Schnauzer can ideally excel in all performance dog sports. Like a mischievous and very bright child, they need consistent rules and a firm, but not rough, hand. They will get away with whatever they can and will "rule the roost" before you know it, if allowed. One cannot ever forget there is a Standard Schnauzer in the house. All 3 sizes where breed to catch vermin but the std/giant where also used for many other jobs for which they excel at as those sizes thrive on being mentally challenged. Minis are also territorial & will alert you to any noises/strangers but once the door is opened will happily great any visitor. I guess the key is whilst any dog should have training the minis dont require the same diligence that the std/giants need. I would certainly suggest seeing both sizes to simply appreciate which one will best suit your family. What state are you in ??

Personally any vets that says walking that far is fine is a worry whether it be grass/sand or what ever

Herding doesnt mean they will look out it means they may be prone to herding up & nipping. Stds will protect there families till the end & that is why obedience training for a good 12 months is a must especially once they go through there testing stage. The thing with stdsis there just like owning a Rotti/Dobe super breeds when respected for what they are . so I don't want huge wagging tails " The std do have good whipping tails now they must remain long,obviously the breeders have also told you abot the grooming & clipping every 8 weeks($55 upwards) The breeders should be very open & honest about the pros/cons if they want there pups to go into the right homes & for the owners to be sure the breed is what they where led to believe. The minis do have health issues but so can the stds & as many dont health test there stds no one is aware of what is about.

Did the vets do any blood tests or just look? Did they suggest any dietary supplements to help boost her system or nothing at all??

Also the schanuzer club of america will have alot of breed related tips.Std schnauzers MUST be obedience trained.They are highly intelligient & being a working breed(herding) need to learn where they fit in the household early on otherwise an untrained std is a powerful ,unenjoyable pet. As for breed books i wouldnt bother ,with any dog commensense is a must but most of all making sure the breed is the right one for the family. As a mini breeder we find many people presume the 3 sizes have the same nature & needs but its far from wrong. Minis are companian dogs & the Std/Giants are working dogs & need to be respecetd for that & trained appropriately to there needs

What advice did the breeder give about diet & exercise??? The rate your going your pup will associate the lead with unhappy outings & you will end up with a dog that for many years to come will not enjoy walking . Your pup is only 3.5 months old & your expecting way too much on its little body & if its fat & been over exercised be prepared for vet bills but remember the pup pays the ultimate price

Do you walk the dogs or do any activity out of the yard?? Whilst some dogs are very destructive some will become destructive when bored. Personally iw ould buy a couple of good quality toys & rotate them,dont leave her with all of them.Give her a different one each day until back to the beginning

Does he not have a backyard to wee in?? It sounds like you expect him to do something & maybe are getting frustrated & the dog knows it

Personally i think if you now your dog well you have a good idea when there not quite right coat or not. We do use the thermo in the ear & get a good enough comparsion to up the butt

Isnt Obi an apratment dog?? If so the grass would be a novelty but even now i wouldnt encourage grass eating after all some other dog may have poop/peed on it if out walking etc

Yes what as the vet said?/What test have been done?? Did you let her graze as apup or pander to her not eating this && that??

I havent had to resort to any sock method,luckily mine are very co operative but i would use a kids sock if i had an issue dog or vet wrap or really anything that assisted . Mine are OK with the old method of doing nails but are 100% better with the dremel & its done in half the time with less pulling on the legs etc etc The good old bastard file is just as good for those who arent as happy to use a dremel or clippers

Whether adult or pup being vaccinated does not guarantee 100% proctection but it does decrease the chances enormously. With parvo its a case of getting to the vet sooner than latter. Not leaving the backyard doesnt mean safe either as you can bring it home on your shoes or a visitor can bring it over.

I have long coats & use the dremel. If the nails are to long then i always trim first but onced dremelled they stay shorter way longer & you actually do get them shorter & you never cut the quick because you see the vein before that happens. I do dogs from 42kg down to 6kg

I believe rymadyl & Labs area bad combo & Labs are wll known for reacting to it.May not be the case though Rimadyl & the Labrador Retriever (the same applies to Metacam) At some point in every dog's life, whether during his rapid growth phase of puppyhood, following an injury, or during his senior years, he will experience pain and inflammation of joints which will produce symptoms of stiffness and/or lameness. Because ability for activity is a key component to a dog's quality of life, for many years, dog owners have relied on anti-inflammatory medications designed for humans to treat dogs suffering from "growing pains", connective tissue injuries, and degenerative joint diseases (osteoarthritis). Recently, however, Pfizer Pharmaceuticals has introduced an anti-inflammatory drug called Rimadyl which has been designed and approved by the FDA specifically for use in canines. This drug was found to have minimal adverse reactions during investigational studies and has been clinically shown to significantly relieve symptoms associated with pain and inflammation. However, results from widespread clinical use of Rimadyl came to suggest that, although occurring with low frequency, the Labrador Retriever, as a breed, demonstrated a higher predisposition for liver toxicity associated with use of Rimadyl compared to all other breeds. The following is presented to provide information regarding the benefits of Rimadyl, discuss whether the cause for concern for use of Rimadyl in Labrador Retrievers is warranted, and alert owners of all dogs receiving Rimadyl-treatment to warning signs which may be indicative of adverse reactions. The Benefits of Rimadyl Stress on bone, whether the result of many years of weight bearing, bone abnormalities such as improper fit of joints (as occurs in hip dysplasia) or accidental injuries, leads to softening and roughening of joint cartilage which serves as a protective covering for bones. Eventually the cartilage cracks and exposes the bone which becomes further susceptible to erosion. The body's attempt to regenerate new bone causes the area of damaged bone to become very hard. Additionally, the body employs a number of physiological mechanisms in an attempt to heal the damage. One of these mechanisms includes dilation of blood vessels in an effort to increase blood flow to the site of regeneration. Though the increased blood flow brings more nutrients and oxygen required for cellular repair mechanisms, it also causes swelling, which adds pressure to the injury, and initiates surrounding cells to release chemical substances, which act on nerve endings. These two conditions are the sources for inflammation and pain, respectively. Prostaglandins, one of the chief chemical substances released by cells following injury, are formed from polyunsaturated fatty acids and are hormone-like in their ability to have diverse effects on a number of body functions. Among these effects, prostaglandins play a central role in inflammation and pain, therefore, drugs which inhibit prostaglandin synthesis are valued for their ability to provide pain relief. Anti-prostaglandin drugs include analgesics such as aspirin and acetaminophen, as well as other non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS) such as propionic acids which include ibuprofen and naproxen. Previously, treatment of pain and inflammation in the canine species has been limited to treatment with drugs specifically designed and tested for the human metabolism. However, drugs which are maximally absorbed, and therefore therapeutically effective, by the human gastrointestinal system are often not absorbed efficiently by the carnivore-digestive-tract of the dog. Additionally, sensitivity of the canine stomach to acidity, a characteristic of most analgesics and NSAIDS, provides limitations to compensating for absorption by increasing dosage. It is also for this reason that buffered aspirin has been the first choice for over-the-counter pain relief in dogs. Though the analgesic, acetaminophen (Tylenol), is prescribed by some veterinarians in lieu of other anti-inflammatories with the intent to avoid stomach-irritation, other vets do not recommend its use in dogs, since therapeutic effectiveness, as well as adverse reactions have never been clinically investigated in dogs. (It should be noted that the coating of encapsulated acetaminophen will not be digested until it is well into the latter-half of the small intestine, therefore, absorption of drug is minimal at best). Rimadyl, also known as carprofen, is a NSAID belonging to the same class as ibuprofen and naproxen which has been specifically designed, tested, and FDA approved for treatment of pain and inflammation in dogs. In investigational studies, dogs given Rimadyl demonstrated significant improvement in symptoms without significant adverse reactions compared to placebo-treated dogs. Rimadyl is now being widely used for the clinical treatment of dogs to control symptoms of stiffness and lameness associated with the pain and inflammation of bone disorders and degenerative arthritis. Some Evidence for Caution When Using Rimadyl Because prostaglandins play a role not only in pain and inflammatory responses, but also in blood pressure, clotting ability, smooth muscle contraction, etc., use of anti-prostaglandin drugs may have adverse effects, particularly in individuals with underlying health disorders. Therefore, Rimadyl should not be used in dogs with bleeding disorders and neither should it be used in pregnant or lactating bitches, since its safety pertaining to these conditions is not known. Though early investigations did not identify any significant risks to dogs receiving treatment with Rimadyl, mild symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, change in appetite, lethargy, behavioral changes and constipation were observed in a low percentage of dogs receiving either Rimadyl or the placebo. Clinical use of Rimadyl among a wider population has identified additional indications of drug intolerance within certain individual dogs including but not limited to jaundice, seizures, urinary tract disorders, loss of fur, rash, and swelling. These findings suggest that some individual dogs may be more predisposed to adverse reactions to Rimadyl than others. Of particular noteworthiness to owners of Labrador Retrievers are the reports of hepatic (liver) toxicity occurring with greater frequency in Labs than in any other breed. This increase in occurrence may simply be due to the fact that as a breed, the Labrador Retriever ranks most prevalent among dogs. Additionally, hip dysplasia and other bone disorders occur with high frequency within the breed making them likely candidates for Rimadyl treatment. In the absence of knowing the total number of Labs taking Rimadyl and only having information pertaining to the number of Labs with toxic reactions, it is impossible to conclude if the breed does, indeed, run a higher risk for Rimadyl complications compared to any other breed. Alternatively, however, the fact that the breed is represented prevalently in the group which experienced hepatic complications and less frequently in other groups including those which experienced renal (kidney) toxicity, neurologic disorders, etc. suggests that the breed may, indeed, have less hepatic tolerance for the drug. Because it is currently unknown what factors may contribute to predispose certain Labradors to hepatic toxicity, it is recommended that Labradors administered Rimadyl be carefully observed for early signs of drug intolerance. In general, one likely predisposing factor to complications associated with Rimadyl, may be underlying health conditions in older dogs. As with any drug, however, even some individual dogs in otherwise good health may experience severe reactions to treatment. Therefore, if your dog is taking Rimadyl, he should be monitored for any adverse symptoms. Some General Symptoms To Watch For * Loss of appetite * Vomiting * Diarrhea * Increase in thirst * Increase in urination * Fatigue and/or Lethargy * Loss of coordination * Seizures Hyperactivity, Restlessness, or Aggressiveness Symptoms of Liver Toxicity In addition to the above symptoms: * Jaundice (yellowing of the skin, mucus membranes and whites of the eyes) When symptoms occur, immediately discontinue Rimadyl treatment and contact your veterinarian for advice or to begin supportive therapy to counteract effects of drug toxicity, depending on severity of symptoms. In most cases of Rimadyl toxicity, discontinuing treatment and providing prompt follow-up care results in recovery, however, in cases of toxicity in which treatment was delayed, chronic liver disease and fatalities have resulted. This was on the Labrador.net website

dogs can eat grass to settle an upset tummy,some eat grass as there lacking something diet wise..Ours dont just eat grass

Personally i wouldnt have brought 2 females even if they are getting desexed.. Male & female is a way beeter match especailly in staffies. Didnt your breeder discuss this area with you or suggest that a male/female would be a better match??