Rebanne

don't think Fern would persist, I'd have to cut a bigger hole into it :laugh: Can't be too hard, she needs an instant reward as soon as we walk out the door.

I was nearly going to put this in the puppy forum but Fern is 7 and 1/2 years, so not quite a puppy anymore. Fern has had a few medical issues recently which means she now gets left behind when I take Warrior out. She is very food orientated and to date I've been chucking half a cup of dry food out in the back yard to keep her happy. But I think a treat toy would be better, particularly when she has to be inside. Fern is a greyhound and I've looked at the bob a lot and the kong wobbler. I would only be putting a max of one cup of dry food in it and I don't think she really needs the large size. I'd get large if she was a GSD but not for a greyhound. Something with an adjustable hole would be good for the different size dry food I get. So what's your dog's favourite treat toy? :D

when the bad outweighs the good, when your head says so, when you gut is tied up in knots trying to 2nd guess, when you think of how good a dog they have been and that they deserve to go as pain free as possible, with dignity. hugs Kavik and Zoe

Plenty on ebay Stan, login while your Mum's not watching :laugh: I usually make mine trot alongside the bike :D Greyt clip!

I too would not send him anywhere but give him the peace he so deserves. Huge hugs to you both.

so? can never have too many fun threads

Hugs Kirislin. Run free Kibah.

try this

You will know what to do and the time to do it. Huge hugs Kirislin

He was being naughty!

http://www.crazysales.com.au/?q=dog+agility&fullysearch=yes&aid=85&gclid=CKatotysybwCFVdxvAodGjEA_Q found this cheap agility equipment. Might be fun for some :D

sent off my order :D

being rude and personal again. Need another DOLiday do you?

Totally agree. I don't care how much certain people keep prattling on about how good it is and what's the difference between a giraffe and a cow etc. It's a bloody big difference as far as I am concerned and think the whole thing is disgusting.

I Google most inquires. Amazing what you can find out sometimes.

no advice from me, I've never had to use a cone for any dog or cat.

outside in your puppy proof yard. She needs to learn right from the start that outside is a good place, unless you are planning on locking her in the laundry when full grown! And plenty of time outside the crate when you are home. Not really fair to the pup to lock it up all night and a lot of the day. You just need to keep an eye on her. Devote time now for a great dog later.

thanks Sway!

Haven't they heard of tying tubes????? Or separating the males from the females. Seems like they let him grow until he was big enough to provide a decent feed.

exactly, they knew what his bloodlines would be before they allowed his parents to breed. I bet they would have kept him if he had been a she.

my last litter of puppies had chicken necks for lunch from around 5 weeks of age. They learnt very quickly to sit around me in a semi circle and stay there as I handed them each a chicken neck, with tongs!, until they were all gone. I tried to video tape it but it was a bit hard on my own and didn't think of doing it until I was down to only 3 pups. It was much more impressive with 8 :laugh:

God knows what you think of the horse exhibitors in long boots, tie or stocks, black jackets and velvet hats. No one is forced to "dress up" but some choose to dress to a higher standard to show respect for the judge and to showcase their dogs. To each their own. I'm certainly one of the suit brigade. If people think I look stupid or ridiculous, I'll still sleep at night. I also have quite a few suits and I enjoy dressing up for shows. I rest my case Well that's rude. HW you always look lovely in the ring. I have certain people blocked and don't see their posts but when copied and pasted, of course I can see them. Terribly rude. No great surprise. Oh, boo hoo hoo. It was a joke. Haredown doesn't seem particularly concerned. I rather think drawing an analogy between equestrian sportswear and dog show wear is a bit of a stretch. :laugh: :laugh: I think equestrians generally look wonderful - something I can't say about women running around in suits and trainers. As I said before, that is my opinion and not many agree. So?? when did you last show a dog? Or breed a litter? Seem to be free and easy with advice on matters it's clear you have no idea on.

Hopefully Astro will pick up quicker now he is home