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I'm so sorry KTB, Elbie was part of the DOL family, as was Hoover, both were here when I first joined so they have always part of the Dogz team. My condolences

Wow, tears in my eyes now what a beautiful dog and terrific owners and vet team

There are pet insurances that you can add to your existing house and contents insurance so it's worth seeing if you can do this option with your insurance, the cover is usually only about $700 but is helpful. I am with RACQ and they have this extra, so do some other general insurance companies so it's worth phoning them to ask about it.

https://www.choice.com.au/money/insurance/pet/review-and-compare/pet-insurance?utm_source=et&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Pet+insurance&utm_campaign=Informer_P_231228_631378

@batgirlbc have you seen this question?

I got one when I took Dandie-Zara to get vaccinated, she was 7 y/o when I got her and the first time at that particular vet I was really chuffed to get a dog passport So, as Mairead said, just ask your vet

@Arya are you still around?

Good to see you back @Adrienne I hope you are well

That happens with my three as well, bits of red lentil, split peas and un-husked barley, it doesn't worry me as I figure it's fibre and just doing its job, it is the same if they get a carrot treat, the chewed bits come out the next day (akin to throwing money down the toilet I suppose )

Hahaha @Princess Fru Fru it'd be a bit of a shock to the system having those Dandie short legs after a whippet

though I much prefer a terriers so maybe a Sealyham?

what about a Tibbie? https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/mature/tibetan-spaniel.asp

A little off topic but a few years back when I had Penny and Mac there was a woman nearby who decided she'd start an obedience school in the local park, I took P and M as I thought it'd be fun for them and to try to get Mac to be less afraid of walking near/under wire fences or his lead, he screamed out when he was near (I think there may have been electric fence episodes before I got him), She got me in a line and got everyone to walk round and round their sitting dogs so the lead would go over the dogs heads while Mac watched, I then had to join in with Mac, he screamed twice when I walked round him then surprisingly he just ignored the lead afterwards, we did the same to a fluttery piece of string tied between two trees and he went under after all the other dogs did. So repetition of scary things that turn out not to be scary after all seems to work Maybe baby-steps in this direction LMO and another behaviorist may be a good thing. edited to correct spelling

She buggered up the dosage She was too busy to talk to you She was rude in her email reply so... Pfffft to her, do as she says and go to another vet

just putting this out there https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=327285680050049&set=a.132814376163848 POOR OLD AND VERY HANDSOME JAX HAS FOUND HIMSELF NEEDING A LOVING FOREVER HOME AND HE IS AT THE SUNSHINE COAST ANIMAL REFUGE NORTH OF BRISBANE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADOPT JAX, ALL DETAILS ARE BELOW TO CONTACT THE SHELTER - FROM THE SHELTER - Jax - D237362 Male Dog aged 10 years. Meet Jax! This distinguished gentleman is looking for a quieter home for his retirement years. He is a very independant dog with a typical Chow nature, refined and dignified. He will need a home who can help him look after his beautiful coat. If you are interested in meeting Jax please pop into the refuge today! Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge 28 Sippy Creek Rd, Tanawha, 07 5494 5275

try here @sandgrubber https://the-riotact.com/ex-vet-jan-spate-illegally-collected-medications-just-in-case-of-emergency/720082

Glad you are feeling better...cancer is just ghastly. If you and Chase enjoy participating in shows there is the Neuter class, it may be a fun time for you both. There's usually a Best Neuter in Show & Open Neuter in Show so maybe worth thinking about

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Hey @mita she must be one tough dog!

I'm not sure if this is allowed but as a Westie-tragic here goes anyway: This little one, Archie, has been missing from his Monaco St (Gold Coast) home since Sunday. Please keep an eye out for him if you live around the GC or even if there is a new adult Westie in your area that has just appeared since Sunday evening. The members on the Westie groups are getting rather concerned about the wee Teucher and another pic

I have used Telfast as a go-to first-aid for itchy skin-Westies, works ok. Apoquel is a god-send for the bad itchies though

I keep thinking about those people who are wondering what awfulness happened to their dogs when they thought they were in good hands, truly awful for them, and, of course, the poor dogs

Yes, thanks Mairead, I saw that in one of the searches, I buy Zara's Glow Groom Tear Stain Remedy from them so will contact them unless someone here can point me to a store that has stock.

Maybe some DOLer knows where I can purchase a large bottle of 1000 tablets of Urimav urinary acidifier tablets 400 mg, I have searched and there seems to be only 100 tablets as an option, I had a few years back bought a large container of 1000 tablets which worked out to be really economical in comparison but now I can't find any on-line store that stocks that size Zara is only 12 y/o so the 1000 tablet option should last her nearly 3 years <---like this but 1000 tablets

Vet and Pet Direct is an Australian supplier, they are excellent to deal with (though other local suppliers are slightly cheaper) they do international shipping so it may be worth while to consider them next time you order, they are also quick to answer any questions. There shipping info is here and the Simparica here I hope this helps a little edited to add that I and checked this supplier who I do buy my Bravecto and Nexgard from and their shipping is: International Shipments Orders shipping to countries other than Australia (International Shipping) will incur an additional $14.95 shipping cost. Their Simparica is here Hopefully you won't incur an import tax so you'd better check that before buying