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Not sure if your dogs have whelped a litter before, but they shouldn't be blood donors in they have. Just a thought. SirWJ, will look into that if we use one of sas' dogs. Out of interest though, why can't they be used? Thanks

sas, thanks. I will speak to vets tomorrow and see where we go from there. ta Jen

Not sure if this is the done thing or not. Please tell me if it is not and I will delete. Customer of mine has a sick dear little girl and needs a blood transfusion. They have already tested their other dog but no match. I was going to get mine tested but they are just under the required weight. Does anyone have a dog they would like to donate blood from. Needs to be 30kgs in weight. My only concerns are that you as the owner understand what is involved etc. Costs are covered by owner of sick dog.

Jazzie, so sorry for the loss of your mum and the injuries to your little girl and dad. Hoping they along with Jed get well soon. It is very moving that you take the time to think of Jed in your own time of loss and grief.

well said dyzney...

I too have enjoyed and admired posts from Jed. I am a bit numb and speechless at the moment other than to say RIP doggies and Jed you are in many peoples thoughts at the moment.

I know it is a long way from you. BUT, take a look at Calabash. Well worth the look and inspection. Do not disregard based on distance. They are worth it if you are not happy with others you have looked at. www.calabashkennels.com.au

God I shouldn't open this thread whilst eating my soup for lunch... ;)

A Lab huh?? Can we place bets on how long the coat may last?? Is he a chewer??

IF they send the dog back, they will just go and get another one!!!! they see it as a bad dog, not bad owner problem.

Skruffy n Flea, I looked at Pet Resorts for my guys and I would not touch it. The kennels are old and dark, the dogs are kenneled with dogs they don't know over night :p It needs to be bulldozed and started again. By all means take a look and then you know but I was just so disapointed at the place. Try Calabash, it is 5 minutes up the road. Mine are going there next week and lots of my customers send their dogs and cats there. (They have the best cat run, wish I could have it at home)

Steve Austin is a wally.

Really don't know what to say. Very confronting, when will people learn. Poor doggies.

Hi, Are (cold) cooked prawns ok for the dogs?? Got some left over and was going to throw it in their dinner tonight. ta

I know what you mean about getting something other than a Collie. It's not easy. And that is not being rude to other breeds. It's just that once they grab your heart, well that's it. I have had three Roughs and a Border, but I think if you went an Aussie you would not be disapointed. I love my Border, he is a delight. He is the most loyal dog I have had. My sister has an Aussie, along with a few others, and he is the clown of the family. I have not read all the post so you may have already said. What colour were you thinking??? Good luck.

I have nothing constructive to add. except, Love it.

Lynda, first of all I would make a positive association between her and the crate. One way would be, feed her in the crate her normal dinner or bones etc. Leave door open and then slowly start closing the door. You can do the same with toys, blankets etc. When she goes into crate on her own accord give her lots of praise. Basically she needs to see the crate as a nice place to be. Good luck and I'm sure you may find other info if you google crate training. (maybe you already have ) cheers

I'm sorry. I know it could be worse but, ;) stupid man........

BBB, not sure if this has been posted. I have only quickly read other posts. Like someone said put toys in the crate, but also make other positive associations with the crate. Feed puppy in the crate with door open. Allow pup to enter and exit the crate. Over time you will be able to close the door. keep going just slow it right down, it will be worth it.

Thanks Elfin, calling the opthalmologist back tomorrow (he did the CEA check) to get appointment. I agree with you that more often it is likely to be a behavioural issue but it is very different barking to if a new person / stranger came into the house. It is genuinely like she does not realise it's us. There is something odd about it. She NEVER barks at us in any other situation, eg attention seeking. I would not put up with that. They are pretty well adjusted dogs. ta

yes both were clear.

speechless. what can one say? they both need to be shot. poor doggies.

thanks for that. We are off to vet this afternoon as I thought I would need refferal from him??? no?? Am pulling out her paperwork today and will ring.

Hi, Need to start this post by saying I am not convinced there is a problem but I am not convinced there isn't also. I have an appointment at vet but feel it might be unneccesary. My 18mth old Collie sometimes barks at us like she does not recognise us, She will bark at people coming in the door. Not ideal but not the end of the world. BUT, we will walk into her sight and she barks at us like it is a stranger. It is always in the same environment.Same room, lighting etc. Outside it's fine. when I say the same environment I mean, she is in the rumpus room and we will walk into her view and bark at us like she does not know us. She has the natural light coming in behind her which may cause a glare I am not sure. I know dogs see things differently, as in movement etc but is there such a thing as long or short sightedness in dogs??? I need to add, she is a blue merle collie with a bi eye. (really don't know if that makes a difference) Have to add, she is from a reg breeder and full CEA etc eye tested and cleared. ta