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Same. If I am walking along the path and people are approaching, I move to the side of the path so they can pass. My dogs have never bitten anyone either but it's just something I have always done. I feel really sorry for this lady.

OMG I have tears streaming down my cheeks. That video is beautiful Shell. Zero is gorgeous. Good on you for giving him a better life. Happy 5th Gotcha Day Zero!!!

Another vote for shep x staffy. Gorgeous boy.

My first thought (reading the OP) was a hernia. Try not to worry too much. I am sure he is fine. :)

Wonderful news for Banjo.

Fantastic news!!!

I am so sorry Rozzie. R.I.P. Mandrake.

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/breaking-news/dangerous-snake-rears-at-children-as-red-cattle-dog-river-jumps-in-to-save-day-says-ipswich-naturopath-catherine-lynch/story-e6frf7jx-1226246022286 THE bravery of a red cattle dog has been credited with saving the lives of two Queensland children in Ipswich from the bite of a highly venomous eastern brown snake. River, an 18-month-old bitch, jumped between the rearing snake and the children as they ran towards a swing set in the front yard of their Coalfalls home on Saturday morning. Owner Catherine Lynch said River, who killed the snake, has undergone more than $2000 worth of anti-venom treatment at a vets at Booval after being bitten on a back leg. Ms Lynch said her children - Kaylee, 2, and Michelle, 7 - had been traumatised by the incident. She said it was a timely reminder for parents to check their yards for snakes before allowing children out to play. "They're obviously upset about the dog,'' said the naturopath, who operates from Ace Massage Clinic in the Old Flour Mill in Brisbane St. "I think the youngest didn't really know what had happened, but she threw a tantrum when we got home because River wasn't with us. "The eldest has been asking a lot of questions about what happened. "It's a lesson for all us of what can happen and how easily it can happen. "It happened in our front yard as we were doing a bit of gardening and the kids were going outside to play. "The dog shot out and jumped in front of the snake before it could get to the kids. "The heat must have stirred up the snake. "It was a juvenile one about 70cm long. "We took it along to the vets so they could identify it and give River the right treatment. "My partner (Ben) and I are very grateful the dog got in first because it could have been a lot worse. "In my opinion, River probably saved their lives.'' Snake catcher Matt Harley said brown snakes, which can grow up to 1.5m long and are coloured from tan to almost black, are quick to defend themselves compared with other snakes. "Being 70cm long, it was probably a relatively young snake in its first year, but even at that age they can cause fatalities,'' he said. "The last fatality from a brown snake was in Emerald in November last year. "If you come across a snake, back off slowly. "If you're actually standing over it, stand still and move away as slowly as possible because it's the movement that attracts their attention.'' He stressed first aid should be instigated immediately should anyone be bitten by a snake. Queensland Health says "if a snake bite occurs, call 000 for an ambulance, use the pressure-immobilisation technique, and have the patient taken immediately to the emergency department of the nearest hospital''. Ms Lynch said River was responding well to anti-venom treatment but the dog will stay at the vets until recovered. "The vets will be keeping her for a while, but she will hopefully be home in a couple of days.'' For more information about removing snakes from properties, phone Mr Harley on 0409 063 125 or visit www.snakecatchers.com.au. I am glad River is responding well to treatment. They showed her on the news and she is not only brave, but beautiful too.

Aww congrats. She is adorable.

I believe they do. I know mine have each time they have lost a pack mate. Probably the worst was when Gyps died. they howled for days. Both Jasmine and Logan refused to eat for days too. It was so sad to see and hear. Weeks after Jay died Zue started having problems with the pads of his feet. They were so close when Jay was alive. It hit him hard when she died. I believe the stress of her loss bought on his zinc deficiency, which he is still being treated for, 8 mths later.

Whoo hoo!! now that's the spirit. Good on you Staffyluv! I know how hard it is and to be honest came close to stopping myself a few times when I first started. I couldn't ofcoarse. ;) It's not just something I do now, it's a way of life, as I am sure it is for many other rescuers out there. :) Oh and wonderful news that Gussy's first night was a good one. It makes you feel more at ease & reassured when you get updates, especially in those first few days and weeks when they are settling in.

Awww Staffyluv. it's never easy saying goodbye. Three years on and I still cry when they leave. You've done a fantastic job with Gussy though. Thanks to you he has his whole future to look forward to now. :)

I am so sorry K&P.

The best news!!! Years ago when I first got my Gypsy girl, she went missing after my brother left the side gate open. She was gone for a couple of weeks and it was the worst feeling, not knowing where she was and if she was ok. She was found eventually, wandering in the next street. I say someone must of picked her up and was holding onto her and that she'd escaped from them, probably to try and find her way back to me. I had signs up everywhere, ads in papers. Long story but she wasn't in my name at the time - but thanks to a sign I had put up, we were reunited. :) I am so glad Alvin is home where he belongs. I got all teary eyed when I read your post and was starting to worry that maybe a bird did pick him up. Welcome home Alvin, you little buggar!

What a beautiful tribute. I am so sorry for your loss Mightybean. R.I.P. Bean xxx

A couple pics I got today of Takoda playing with one of our rescues/fosters, Princess. :) Takoda leaping over her. :laugh: "Hey wait for me" :laugh: "The chase is on". This one is so funny when I zoom in. Princess has her mouth wide open. :laugh: Close up And my fav. :)

Keeping everything crossed.

Here is Buddy's link. A kelpie boy rescued early last year. http://www.petrescue.com.au/view/130946

I am so sorry Clyde. How awful. Here's hoping he is found safe and well. to you.

PLEASE get him to a vet NOW. The shaking/shivering could be an indication that he is in pain. It's better to be safe than sorry, they can be taken from us so quickly. ETA Sorry just read your post B&J that he has been to a vet. How is he going now?

I am so sorry. What a wonderful innings he had. R.I.P. beautiful Gus run young and free boy. xxx

I don't understand some people. Never will. Who in their right mind could do that? Poor dogs. Why don't they (the thugs responsible) do us all a favor and get in a ring and fight to the death themselves, bloody oxygen thieves. Werent they doing a similar thing with Sibes in QLD not so long ago? they were being stolen and used as bait dogs. I am sure it happens all over the place, including around here.

Oops double post sorry.

So glad to hear Ellie is doing so well. T, I still have your harness in my car too. Also Cynthia (Mother Moocher ) emailed to suggest the family try Ellie with a halti when walking. I haven't had much experience with them personally but I have heard some positive stories about them. From Cyn herself A harness doesn’t stop a dog from pulling, but a halti will. From personal experience as a volunteer dog walker in a pound, I can guarantee that if the people persevere and have it fitted properly, they will be walking Ellie on a loose lead within a day or two. When I used a halti on some of the real pullers in the pound (who were locked up, in the dark, for 23 hours each and every day !!!!), I could walk malamutes, shepherds, kelpies, anything. Because they were pound dogs and we were responsible for their safety, we used to double lead them in case they slipped the halti which they did from time to time. We had a lead with a check chain and then the lead with the halti. I recall one dog, a really energetic kelpie, who used to be frantic, naturally, when she was released from the kennel. I used to wander around the neighbourhood with her just holding both leads, loosely, in one hand, because I would give her a good run and then just hold both leads loosely and she was as happy as anything to walk alongside me. Cyn.

Aww gorgeous pics. Love the one of him smiling. Fingers crossed for Gussy. You've done a great job with the both of them.