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If you've ever seen a castration done, you'd not be too shocked by a vet doing it somewhere other than in clinic... fastest op I've ever seen done... T.

Call me a cynic, but if the RSPCA think they can get some publicity and donations for doing something, they will happily attend... T.

Actually, not all of the hostels have a "no dogs" rule, but they can't guarantee a dog's safety there... sad, but true. Katdogs, can you see if you can get a rough size of Carrie for me - I'd like to get her some winter coats... and if John is anywhere near my size, I'm sure I can find some jumpers or trakky daks he could have too... T.

Give me a vet that understands that not all clients are happy to be overserviced or overcharged any day. I prefer mine to give advice when needed, and not try to sell me stuff I don't need at every opportunity. I'd go for a good old fashioned country vet over most suburban vets every time. T.

Such wonderful news... my eyes are watering now... *sob* T.

The government may not be able to sack them, but they can withdraw any funding until they are replaced... T.

I'll second contacting Tapua... awesome dogs! T.

Do whatever you need to do to keep your baby safe doggleworth. You are in my thoughts. Yep, same here. Agree. And me... T.

Now Staffyluv, you will have to update us all with photos... T.

You did what you could honeybun... well done for trying so hard. I'm sure the little ones registered your love and care for the short time you had them, and went to the Bridge knowing that at least. T.

Awesome news Cheryl! Now comes the really satisfying part of their journey, yes? Much kudos to you and yours for stepping up and giving this beautiful little family the best love and care they needed to get them well on their way to a brighter future. T.

I have a vet friend who recently relocated and is now working in an emergency clinic... she is so glad to NOT have to do the hard sell of particular drugs or accessories that is so common in regular vet clinics any more. She was always happy to write prescriptions for human chemists to fill for commonly used drugs, rather than sell the drug company sponsored brands available in clinic. Same drugs, same doses, at a massively reduced cost through a chemist rather than the clinic prices. There are many great vets out there that don't try to overservice or overcharge for their expertise. It's not about what the vet clinic costs in order to discern what level of treatment you will get - it's about doing the best for the animal when it needs treating. Any clinic that refuses treatment because one can't pay up front is obviously NOT in the business for the wellbeing of the animals. Jan advised a very SMALL dosage of liquid Nurofen (which is obviously all the guy had on hand) for the cat's pain. The owner, for whatever reason, managed to QUADRUPLE the dose he gave to the cat. Neither can be called entirely at fault for the actions taken that night, but both should take some responsibility for the outcome. I believe that Jan has stepped up and taken her share of responsibility... now the owner needs to come to terms with his part in it. T.

I'm not casting aspersions on the vet - just wondering why the mother dog is staying there instead of with the career... T.

The average dog owner would be surprised at how many medications can be used off label with good success in animals. For example - it is fairly common for rural vets to prescribe Baycox (usually for pigs) off label in the treatment of puppies with coccidia - the best part is that it's safe if dosed correctly, and it's a single dose treatment... unlike a 10 day (twice a day) course of extremely bitter tablets that pups refuse to take after tasting the first one. Not to mention that as Baycox is a liquid, it's much easier to get a correct dose than breaking up tablets that come in a minimum 4kg dog weight dose. I've had vets confirm that a certain dose of human medications can be efficacious for short term pain relief until one can get the animal to see the vet the next day (if called outside normal hours). T.

Very well written... maybe that guy should run for parliament instead... lol! T.

If the calcium and warm quiet spot doesn't work, the mum may know something about the pups that isn't all that obvious to us humans. As WIW says, if they were all exposed to the cold for who knows how long, then their systems may already have been badly compromised and they may do the fading puppy thing... Not trying to put a downer on things, but sometimes nature can be a complete arse. Fingers crossed that this little family have a happy outcome... and kudos to you for taking them in. T.

... and so it drags on... *sigh* T.

Why is the mother still with the vet? Is there something else wrong with her? WreckitWhippet has given some very sound advice regarding what may be needed to sort her issues with not wanting to feed them. I'd be following WIW's advice, getting a muzzle on mum dog, and seeing if she will settle enough for them to get a few good feeds in. T.

Lola's court hearing is tomorrow... T.

Funnily enough, the only people that all these new rules and regulations are actually benefitting are the large scale commercial breeders... anyone see the irony there? T.

What an awesome offer efowler... on behalf of all Sydney rescues, I thank you! T.

But we don't have to live with the dog in question... or need to make sure that it doesn't do further harm to the little boy. It's a very hard decision to make, and the OP has my full sympathies and support for whatever course of action she needs to take to ensure the wellbeing of her child. T.

OMG! Could they be any cuter? What an awesome job you've done with Narla and the babies... Narla is looking great, and the babies are gorgeous! T.

Fingers crossed that all goes well and Roo learns good habits from Mia. T.

I noticed the tail not wagging too... but how adorable is she? T.