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Cheers for that Aussie3, that does say that carriers should be considered sensitive too. I got the test though GTG Labs for $75 ($71 if you pay online I think) ETA: I was planning to avoid the drugs too anyway, just would have been nice to not have to stress to the vets everytime she's in for something :laugh:

Hi guys :) I recently got Reggie tested for the MDR1 gene mutation (ivemectin sensitivity) and just got the results back now and she is a Carrier only. I've heard conflicting ideas on weather carriers still react to ivermectin and related drugs or not. Does anyone know for certain?

Incubation, perhaps? Edit to add: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incubation_%28psychology%29

Cool! I think Reggies a bit young for it maybe next time :laugh: Thanks for sharing!

I was under the impression Interceptor does not contain Ivermectin, am I wrong?

Thanks for the feedback guys. :) MRB, I read a testimonial where the person mentions Mark was there for at least part of the class. Perhaps it's a only occasional, I will let you know how it goes and if he is there in person. :)

That's okay Weasels! It's good to hear you had such a positive experience with him for so long. Hopefully his son takes after him! :laugh:

Even though me and Reggie are currently attending puppy school at our local vet, I thought it couldn't hurt to go to more than one, especially considering the numerous recommendations for Mark Singer as a behaviourist on these forums. So I just enrolled us in the Puppy Owners Classes at Dogcity Daycare. It's run by 3 professionals Mark Singer Adelaide Canine Training 30 years in dog behaviour and training Dr Mark Reeve BScV Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital Maria Ormond Dogcity Daycare Grooming 25 years grooming dogs throughout Europe It sounds really great, and hopefully it is! :) Has anyone else been before?

Thankyou for all that information Steve!

I'll hold off the heartworm until she's a bit older then. Thanks for the info Rebanne and Minimax :)

Thats what I would have been reading, Rebanne, and why I bought drontal in the first place. I also intended to switch to the non flea version of sentinel spectrum (forgotten the name of it) and only treat for fleas when they appear. At least the drontal isn't a waste then :) What age do they need to start heartworm prevention?

Oh right, it must have been really young pups then :laugh: Thanks for that Aussie3, for the link too. I can't look at it properly, my phone is terrible. So I will have a good look tonight! Wish I bought the spectrum instead of the drontal now :)

I plan to switch to Sentinel Spectrum too. I'm sure I read that heartworm preventative was not to be used on young pups, so I went with the drontal this time. Perhaps I should be using it already? I might do some more research into it I think.:)

Thanks for the advice guys, I'll worm her today then. I got the drontal off the internet. It's an all wormer (no heartworm, mdr1 sensitive breed and too young for heartworm preventative I think?) So it should do the trick :) Should I worm our cat too? He is done reguarly and was last done less than a month ago.

Thanks Tralee. She was last wormed at 8 weeks Aussie3. The Drontal wormers I have state 2 4 8 and 12 weeks so she hasn't been wormed for 2 weeks. Do you suggest I worm her now?

Hi guys, just after some worming advice. I took Reggie out this morning to find a disgusting long white worm in her poo. After searching Dol, I think it's roundworm?.. She is 10 weeks old and not due for another worming untill 12 weeks I believe. Should I worm her now, or wait? Also, if worming her now, Is it a good idea to do the cat too? Thanks guys!

Congratulations! How exited you must be! :D I just got a Reggie too, but mine is short for Regina. :laugh:

He was cleaning himself for aaages, Colliepaws! I took a tonne of photos trying to capture it haha. I only got that one :laugh:

Thanks Minxy! I think he's gorgeous too! :)

Thanks CrazyCresties! :)

Thanks tlc! I'll definitely check out the challenge thread too. :)

Thanks kja! I'm glad you think I'm doing okay with the focus :laugh: The idea of learning what all the functions do on this camera is a little overwhelming!

Thanks guys! Glad you like them. I think hes pretty special too :laugh: Really lucky, Snook! The camera has a few scratches on the view finder but nothing that causes too much trouble. Omar was being such a great subject too. Really enjoying his time in the sun room! :)

Hi guys, just thought I'd share some snaps of my cat Omar. With puppy arriving this coming Saturday (Yay!! ), my Dad has given me his old nikon 5700 and while I'm sure it's not the best camera out there, it's a definite upgrade from my old point and shoot :) All pics taken on Auto as I am a total 'fancy' camera newbie :laugh:

K9Pro have the snuggle puppy for $49 (plus shipping) http://www.k9pro.com.au/products/Snuggle-Puppy.html If you don't need the heating part, ozpetshop have a heartbeat pillow (might not be cheapest, haven't looked) http://www.ozpetshop.com.au/product_info.php/cPath/21_34/products_id/3044 My mum got the heartbeat pillow for her 10yo Maltese cross, who isn't interested in it at all. I can't comment on how realistic the heart beat is though as I haven't heard it in person. But mum will be giving it to me when I get a puppy. :)