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Ah ha! The news is now out of the bag! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the name. But you already knew that. Also love the picture of Thistle, it's a cracker! Sounds like you need to build some drive with the nose work. Perhaps keep sessions short and sweet but with HUGE payouts.

The incidence certainly increases when in at-risk areas, but dogs most definitely pick up ticks in Sydney suburbia.

That was interesting, thanks! Love me some tail feathering. https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2017/mar/13/day-life-of-crufts-dog-show-photo-essay#img-16

I was going to say something to that effect. Vets are finding that the traditional 'tick season' is lengthening...

Quadruple T! Treats, toys, training and timing!

Not related to greyhounds but a good example of adapting to community expectations before you are stamped out. http://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2016-12-10/harness-racing-australia-to-ban-whips-from-trots/8109250

He seems to be improving again!!

That was a beautiful tribute. So sorry for your loss.

If only that worked for all.

A Bichon might also suit.

Thank you, SG, and for your kind words.

Thanks SM, that's correct. Maybe with time and treatment he'll be able to enjoy them instead of stressing. Perhaps some ideas for Pandi-girl though. A toy breed pup may also be fine with chicken wings or even chicken necks if she chews them properly.

When Malcolm first went on Prozac the difference in his behaviour on walks was astounding. I actually cried a little after the first walk, which was four weeks into treatment (we were instructed to initially keep him inside). He was a completely different dog. And I suddenly realised just how stressed he was beforehand, and that his prior unresponsiveness had nothing to do me. It was a real smack in the face that it was an anxiety problem and not a training problem. Some of his old symtoms have crept back in. I call it 'military style' walking: he's fast, forward-focused (doesn't look or sniff around much), and very set on where he wants to go. He's in less of an echo chamber than he used to be, but looking more worried again. This has meant fewer walks. So I'm looking forward to potentially seeing some improvements when we venture back out again. The night time stuff has worsened since my above post. He's now shaking even in my arms with his cap on. We talked about getting a fast-acting situational med but for now we're seeing if it's just a dosage problem. We are just shy of 12 months of him being properly diagnosed with GAD & OCD and starting medication. I'm thankful to be feeling a bit more positive and hopeful again.

Pandi, they say to throw them out if not eaten immediately as they become hard, perhaps the oozing is another thing that can happen? The absolute best thing you could do for Pandi's dental health would be to teach her from a young age to love having her teeth brushed (with doggy toothpaste) and make it a regular thing. I brush Malcolm's teeth daily but as he's predisposed to dental problems he needs all the extra help I can give him. Boronia, thanks for your link. Unfortunately I can't give chews like that to Malcolm as they make him very anxious. He gets himself all worked up, resource guards instead of eating, and looks utterly miserable.

I could guess what may or may not be based on taxonomy, but you'd be better off asking a vet.

We had a reassessment yesterday. Both of his meds are going to be increased in line with his new weight (currently 600g off starting weight). They keep trying to tell me he's not overweight on account of not looking like a coffee table (side table!?). Errrr that's obese not overweight! Anyway, both current and former VB agree that a trainer probably won't help at this point, that it's a medication/anxiety issue not a training problem, etc. etc. There were a few other things that I won't share here, but some major concerns I had were clarified and it looks like they may be addressed. Hopefully we'll see some improvement soon with his night time anxiety because it is intense.

Sorry, it shouldn't be remotely surprising but wow that's a lot of food compared to a senior Chi with a tendency to gain weight. Black Hawk Fish + Potato might suit. https://blackhawkpetcare.com.au/our-products/original/fish-potato/

Oh there are some fantastic puzzle toys out there these days. It partly depends on the type of food you want to put in it though, and also whether your puppy has any preferences regarding toys. Here's a couple of great online stores to check out: http://www.politepaws.com.au/store/ http://www.petsneedalifetoo.com/products/index.php

Has anyone tried these (cough ridiculously expensive cough) chews? Did they work better than other chews e.g. Greenies or Whimzees (not bones). http://www.oravet.com/Pages/default.aspx Thanks.

That sounds quite scary. Have you discussed it with your vet? It would probably be helpful to show them the video.

Ugh

I stunned a neighbour who has a delightful pair of Italian Greyhounds. Apparently most people think they are Greyhound puppies!

Wait... Petbarn is now selling pets? Not just having adoption days?

I wasn't sure where to put this but thought others might be interested. Registration: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/31d605dedbca7a21d746f627e8486654 Discussion/further info: https://www.facebook.com/kathy.cascade/posts/1483312545013362 I think this ends up being Thursday 12pm EST? In any case it looks like a link to the video recording will be emailed afterwards.

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