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OK - Storm went home to her owners last weekend... it was lovely to see her trotting off with her new lead and collar to their car full of new bed and bedding, toys, etc... I think they realised how big a part of their family she really was while she was with us and are set to spoil her rotten from now on... *grin* The babies will be 8 weeks old this coming Monday. We have finally had some sun to dry up the soggy ground after those horrid storms and we got some of the grass mowed and had a photo shoot - no easy feat when the little buggers all just want to climb all over the nearest human instead of being cute and posing for photos... All of these photos are courtesy of lillypilly... mine were actually pretty crappy... Here are some of Thomas - especially for Ozstar Kennels... T.

One time when I was visiting Caz, Tammy got into my bag of treats that was (I thought) secure in my backpack.... she may not have been able to see much, but she had the BEST nose! Hahaha! I always put my bag up out of her reach when visiting after that... the treats were supposed to be shared with everyone, not only for Tammy - but she definitely thought otherwise... Tammy - you will be missed sorely by everyone you met. A very special girl indeed! T.

I have some fond memories of handing out treats at Caz's place... nearly lost my fingers a few times due to Tammy's enthusiasm... *grin* I think Tammy has touched quite a few hearts around here... and will always have a special place in those who met her. I must go now... my eyes are leaking... *sob* T.

We have a couple of dogs at our rescue who won't make eye contact either - but are completely happy to play with you as long as you aren't looking at them directly... it's kinda weird, but we just go with the flow for those little guys... *grin* T.

Well... a couple of big storms made for a lot of work cleaning up around the rescue property this week... will try to get more photos of the "chubbies" in the next few days, weather permitting, OK? T.

Oh Caz... hugs from me to you and the kids (fur and skin)... Run free and healthy Tammy. T.

Just watch and listen to her breathing for the next couple of weeks - if she gets any hint of a gurgle, get some strong AB's into her ASAP... if the KC at Mildura is particularly nasty it could turn to a form of Pneumonia. Make sure she stays warm and dry and keep an eye on the snot and breathing sounds - pretty much the same as you would treat a human child with a nasty cold... T.

PS, how does he react one on one if you are sitting on the floor nearer to his level? With a head like his, all I'd want to do is grab it and smother it in kisses... *grin*... he is such a pretty boy... I've only had close interactions with 2 Pei's who were a bit scared, and I found they reacted better at first if I was down closer to their level and posed no immediate threat - a couple of days of non confrontational interaction and they were much more at ease with me and allowed me to do almost anything with them - oh, and they both loved scratches just above the base of the tail and on the side of the neck up near the ears... I must also say that I wouldn't have known how to make friends with those Pei's if I hadn't gotten some great advice from Ams - she's awesome!! T.

Well - if he loves his cuddles (on his terms of course), please make sure he gets at least one cuddle per day from me, OK? Is he food oriented at all? Some yummy smelly lamb puffs broken into small bits might work. Lamb puffs are dried lamb lung - I have met very few dogs who refuse them. T.

Did she come via a transport company or was it a private run? My general rule is that if the snot is clear, leave well enough alone - if yellow or green, AB's are given, usually Amoxyclav or Clavubactin at 12.5mg per kg of weight for 5-7 days. After all symptoms are gone, still keep dog separate from other dogs for up to 2 weeks as they can still pass it on. T.

He is gorgeous PS... doesn't he look built for cuddles? If he'll oblige, can you give him a little cuddle from me please? T.

The larger Cuz balls are pretty darned durable - and the Chuckit rubber tennis balls are indestructable. They are the only toys that my Lab hasn't managed to destroy to date. We have 2 large Cuz balls and a few Chuckit rubber tennis balls that have lasted nearly 6 years so far - they are still her fave toys and get a good chewing on a daily basis. T.

A beautiful name for a beautiful little girl... Zeddy, Trouble, and Pickles send comforting "woo-woo's" to Tala - and wet sloppy kisses for Alibi. T.

Stunning! Simply stunning... T.

Umm... there is wet stuff running down my cheeks... Jane and Rach - you both have my total respect for how much work you both did to get Ellie to where she is now... an absolutely awesome result for one of the sweetest dogs I've had the pleasure of meeting - even if it was only one day. Damn it's good to see her now so happy and full of cheek. T.

The 2 times I've used Comfortis on my dogs I Capstar'ed them in the morning, then after their evening bigger meal, they were given the Comfortis - no adverse reactions from any of mine at all... and it got rid of the darned fleas! T.

Hugs to you Alibi... and happy vibes for your little one for the time she has left with you. My dogs go nuts for rice boiled with a chicken stock cube in the water when they are feeling a bit poorly - might be worth a try, and fairly low in fat for her Pancreas. I've had Pancreatitis, and I certainly wouldn't wish it on anyone or anything... not pleasant at all! The yoghurt suggestion is a good one if she will eat it... What is your little one's name? T.

Look at prices of the Canon 550D with the twin IS lens kit... should come in under $1000. T.

Oh Rach - you are going to love your Canon once you start using it. I can't work my point and shoot cameras worth a damn now that I'm used to my DSLR Canon. I reckon you are a pretty awesome photographer - I don't think I've seen a bad one you've taken to date... and this current set are stunning! T.

What gorgeous colouring he has... stunning! T.

Don't get a Lab unless... You want chew marks in everything - skirting boards are a specialty You love being covered in dog hair You want a high energy smart dog that will drive you insane by being a puppy until about 5 mins before they pass away As for the chaperones in the bathroom - I have FOUR of them - all different breeds/mixes/ages... and they all want to climb on my lap when I'm otherwise engaged... grrr! I used to have 5 Rotties - can verify that they are definitely lap dogs... *grin* T.

Crossed BT and Stafford - should make a pretty good little obedience dog methinks... he'll do almost anything for a cuddle or treat... ... although we had Little Joe doing "sit" on command at 3.5 weeks old... of course we kinda got a bit busier as they all are getting older and more easily distracted by everything nowadays, and we haven't been trying to get them to do anything except "please don't poo there" within 5 mins of us cleaning up the last one... lol! T.

I shouldn't have watched that... *sob* T.

No... no FF... I already have 3 permanent dogs who shed like there's no tomorrow - and they are short haired dogs... just what I need, a longer coated dog that will also shed! He's growing! I just had to loosen his collar - and I only bought it 2 days ago!! T.

Pickles is definitely certifiable... lol! Seriously, she is really good at playing with the little ones so they learn how to do it just right... ie. not biting too hard, etc Timmy just got up Zeddy's nose and she flattened him - that was a shock for the poor little munchkin... he squeaked and squawked and went and sat in a corner for a few minutes eyeing her off as if to say "she was mean to me"... and I didn't go save him either - he can be a naughty boy sometimes, and Zeddy is more effective than me at correcting that sort of behaviour... *grin* Oh, and he has worked out how to climb out of his playpen... *sigh* Lucky boy gets to sleep in Trouble's crate at night, and she gets to sleep on my bed. T.