Dogsfevr

Im not talking about Racers .

Actually this term is being used by ANKC members with the new laws coming in & i don't see it as an issue depending on the terms.. You have a bred that will never be bred in large quantities & a bred that comes under scrutiny by name so if any new laws came in about Greyhounds could potentiality be devastating ,given the gene pool is so small dogs being placed out as a guardianship programme to ensure a healthy future isn't a bad thing ,the issue is the terms placed on the dogs .In the OP case no sane breeder would consider that remotely ethical .

Actually many of us on here would deal with more Labradoodle than you give us credit for & you are lucky to have got what you expected ,its not bias its honest facts . I groom alot of them from ""supposedly well known places " we also board them & there is alot of variety & people guaranteed things that don't often appear .Most have terrible needy natures ,terrible coats to the point groomers dread when owners book in a labradoodle. We do two that have amazing coats the rest a matting nightmare .We have the dogs guaranteed for its size when very obviously it wont be . About 4 have stable natures the rest not that we board . Ofcourse now you have the split to the Cobberdogs .

Whilst owning a dog on breeders terms can work you also need to address the pros and cons and this needs to be clearly understood. What if the bitch dies during whelping . How Long do they keep the bitch for pre birth and what time after birth ,Do they wean pups early to get the bitches back home . That is a lot of pups in a short time frame as generally you don’t mate till Atleast 2 . Matings Would then be based on how there season cycle works e do they come in every 6 months . How will your male cope around a bitch in season ,some males become very stressed a concern in an older dog . Yes you may end up with a cheap dog but you need to determine how this may impact your idea of dog ownership . As for company no guarantees your dog will teach good manners especially as it will become more frail and no guarantee it can tolerate the pup and you being committed to doing the extra work a youngster will need plus teaching the pup to live independently of the other dog unless you plan to get it a mate if it stresses being a only dog suddenly

Possible mild epilepsy in the Beagle cross.

Because some vets have no clue to be blunt .There are some areas many vets lack in correct diagnosising skills hence depending on the vet you use would always suggest a second opinion

Agree get a second opinion . Rivergum is a specialist clinic that has a very good surgeons . But agree most vets are quite clueless in getting it right

I tend to agree with the others ,rehome home him. This dog doesn't need to be a tool too prove your dad wrong .The whole family needs to be prepared to work with any form of training & willing to adjust the home rules . It really sounds like your dad is not going to work with you & he has decided this dog didn't become a hunter so of no use in the home which is ashame as all hunting dogs still enjoy being pets . This dog doesn't sound like a special needs case but a dog who is simply not thriving in the home situation .This isn't your fault but the dog is 4 & it also deserves the chance to live in an environment better suited to its desires .You have some tick list items this dog wont meet & you need to decide how important that is.Many dogs hate swimming ,if this is an absolute must have you will be disappointed , As for desexing your state laws may determine that path especially with the new dog legislation in each states,you may not have a choice but to get it done anyway .Your parents would be aware off this when the dogs council registration comes up for renewal . In the end you need to decide how long does the dog need to be potentially piggy in the middle ,he is still young with lots of great things to give to the right home

no correlation . But i would either be seeing a doggy chiro/bowen person to ensure not out/muscle issues or having a very good look at its construction .

Given they say a family pet I gather the whole family will be involved in its training whether big or small . Children can handle any breed if the right training has been put in . An untrained Davie May be smaller to deal with but can still be just as unpleasant as a big dog . do they want a smooth coat do they want to brush a coated breed includes the 11 yr old . are they prepared to spend money at a groomers for a coated bred. inside or outside dog car size and outings what will best fit there potential lifestyle . swimming no swimming something to snuggle ,easy to pick up ,costs less or more to feed ,costs less or more for product treatments etc Start a list like this for the family and see what they really want.

You need to get someone in to help you . This dog May never want to be inside but you need someone to assist you in teaching this dog coping skills for outside and real life .

Its only 10 days in quarantine & not that big a deal . The time is longer only if an issue occurs . Be grateful for quarantine this end as a potential carrier of a new disease strain arrived in quarantine recently ,it was isolated & the dogs in the facilities had to stay a tad longer to ensure all was good which it was .

Depends on whether your willing to put the time and effort in Dogs cope well,crate Train him now and work on his coping skills. If there are issues then you need to see a vet behaviourist that can help you . No one can really answer you question except yourself . Dogs fly often the ones set up for Success deal with it better

Also as much as you don't want a lynch mob you need to make yourself aware of your state regulations regarding keeping an entire animal & breeding . Its no longer as simple as just having a litter & by the time your bitch is potentially of age to be breed it may not be possible without joining a state body & applying to your council to own a breeders permit & meet the rules required to housing an entire bitch . To be honest the people you have contacted should have explained this too you so you are fully aware of what each registry entitles you too a good breeder will always explain main & limited & what it means too you

The cheap brands don’t come with options hence why there cheap and burn out quickly . With the pro clippers yes they cost more and the blades do too but looked after correctly will last longer than your dog ,our original inters are 30 yrs and still going. Blades can be re sharpened . You can still use clip on combs on pro clippers with the #10 blade but buying a #7:3:4 or a 5 will give the same results and easier for novices at times . Che k your prices before buying blades some places are ridiculously expensive,we normally bring ours in from the US when they have there big sales

Yes to a second opinion but this is why I love my Bowen treatments on my dogs . There is a muscle at the base of the tail that can cause intense pain to even weakness or an inability to walk if pulled . Pinched nerves in the shoulders can result in in spasms that are just as debilitating in dogs as humans . Or it could be something else like a mini stroke

I would find a good Bowen massage person

Spleen issues ,plenty of options ,did the vet ever suggest and ultrasound to even check for tumours

Teething doesn’t mean eating everything ,what your dog is doing is not typical and would be questionable if it’s a behavioural issue ,even eating poo at this age can be a symptom of not getting the right food or eating poop is a comfort .Teething equates to chewing things to give there jaw relief from the pain off the teeth coming through . First off what has the dogs breeder suggested ,they should be a wealth of info for you . Personally 2 meals in a large breed pup is not enough ,all mine at that age get 3 meals still and around 9 months I cut back. How many cups per meal is pup getting and is he feed anything else . As for toileting as much as -1 is cold raising a pup means putting warm clothes on and doing the hard yards ,the sooner you set up good habits the easier it becomes but if the food is not agreeing then it makes it harder . you say behaviourist at the vet are they a legit qualified one who just a trainer . You certainly need training as this dog is only as good as the steering wheel operator but it also sounds like other things are going on that need the right help to progress

You buy pet toothpaste

The clippers you brought aren't designed for big clipping jobs ,there really designed for feet/face & basic tidy ups & shorter coats. They are also well known for over heating . If you are wanting to do your own dog regularly then buying a good set to start with is the only way ,they will last you many years . KM2 are work horses & your oster ,you will need to buy extra blades ,not sure about the clip on combs that came with your set if there interchangeable . Good clippers do cost but they last a long time & you need to replace the lever,tongue maybe once a year or less often if your just doing one dog.That is where the blade attaches ,they wear out . Our original oster are still going nearly 30 plus yrs although we use Double K in the salon

Sounds like a dog that is getting bored with such a regimented walk & routine that is always on your terms . At 2 the dog isn't a puppy ,that is a young adult .

I would be more worried about health testing than the BSL

Its not about whether you wish to be competitive or not you are still paying money to enter & its no fun being potentially non awarded . There is nothing stopping you from attending handling classes to learn the ropes & like others have mentioned plenty of other sports you can have a go at that your step daughter can really enjoy as well & learn about training with dogs ,Rally o is great for obedience ,flyball is a fun sport ,lure coursing is also a great day out. I can appreciate wanting to show & as i said nothing stopping you

It’s a major fault and no wouldn’t show her or breed with a mouth like that . the degree is irrelevant,this is not a scissor bite . In the end it’s your choice to show but I would be very reluctant to send a novice junior handler in the ring and I would not show under any European judges . The dog May very well be non awarded as the mouth is a fault