Rebanne

I can imagine it could make him a bit jumpy. I'd be back at the vets asking for more info and if they can't help then seek out a specialist. May not be a problem in low levels of obedience but could hinder his ability to see the dumbbell or judge a jump correctly for instance.

I would be suspecting periodontal disease. My first Greyhound had it so bad, in the end, he had all his teeth removed and he never looked back. Before Sam I had an older cat get it. Had a dental, back in 3 weeks for another dental and the 3rd time in another couple of weeks had all his teeth removed. The cat did so well it gave me the courage to have all the dogs teeth out.

so sorry to read this Ken. Hard on your Mum and hard on you trying to help her. The dog is most likely wondering what all the fuss is about. I've no experience so no help.

My recommendation is to go back to the vet with them both. So many things can go wrong and it's impossible to say over the internet. But contented babies do not scream.

Why lab X? Why any cross? Regardless of breed they will all need excellent fences and excellent training. Labs are a working breed as well with strong intelligence.

You would need excellent fencing to start with and I'd most likely have some sort of escape proof yard for the dog to be in when you make trips into town. As for being ok with children then that would mainly be up to you and the training you do with pup and baby as she grows. Herding dogs can sometimes try and herd children and cattle dogs are bred to nip the legs of cattle. Some Kelpies can be nippy on stock as well. Terriers are usually bred to hunt vermin. So yes, the potential is there for some issues. But the same could be said for every dog. It truly is up to you.

can your breeder not recommend someone from their end?

if you are referring to the nipping puppy post then I have to say I agreed, or rather, I didn't take it the way some of you did, with leac1801. Some of you seemed to think they were suggesting hanging the pup by the collar. It is not how I took the post at all. It's the only post I've read in months that could, vaguely, fit in with what you said Rascalmyshadow. Where are the other posts you are referring too?

What Tassie says makes a lot of sense. I wonder if, as you can't show him everything that startles him, if you actually teach him a word, that means yep that might be scary but stick close to me and I'll save you? So rather then taking him up to the gate he learns to stick super close to you as you go past. I think it would take time as it is a trust issue. Maybe stick to the same route for now as well so when he hears the "monster" ie gate or the dog barking it is one he has passed many times and one you have "saved" him from many times so it builds the trust. Not sure what you can do about one off's though. Good luck!

check with your breeder that they are happy with what you are planning and aren't voiding any guarantees. All my, large breed, pups were raised on a mixture of raw and commercial food. I never added much in the way of vegies unless I had some left overs. Raw meaty bones/mince plus some eggs, sardines, sometimes left over rice/pasta. My dogs do all like raw carrots though! But that's as a treat.

A lot of breeders have something similar to this. i.e. no breeding and papers signed over after desexing certificate sighted. But I would want clarification on the bit that says "unless it is used by XXXXXX" which I assume is the breeder. Usually, if the dog is used for breeding, commonly called breeders terms, they do so at the breeders house. So a bitch might be away for some weeks. You would also want it in writing how many litters, who covers all the costs, what happens if the bitch dies etc. According to the ANKC papers should be handed over as soon as possible after puppy has been paid for but if you sign such a contract then you are agreeing to the breeders terms. I'd be asking more questions and if you are not happy then walk away.

I wouldn't be applying anything when you don't know what it is you are treating. Time for a visit to the vet.

What breed? First litter? Can take 2 or 3 days before fully accepting after a c-section, particularly if first litter. Did the pups get any colostrum? I'd be keeping pups away and only putting on Mum under full supervision. Might need to hold Mum down initially. Are you giving extra calcium? Mum in a quiet spot? Pups really need to drink from Mum so she continues to produce milk.

I'm pretty pragmatic I think and my feelings do come into it as well. If I ever have another dog with either osteosarcoma or adult onset megaeophagus then it will be PTS pretty much straight away. Dogs hide the pain so well. I was 12 hours too late for Sam with the osteo and I've never forgiven myself for that. As for poor Fern and I battling megaeophagus for 12 months. I don't think it was worth it, for either of us. I prefer to go early, while there is still some dignity and quality of life. Yet I did dither over Sybil, my nearly 16 yo cat. I had makeshift steps next to a few objects for her but when she couldn't jump up onto the heater, her favourite spot in winter, then I knew it was time for her to go. The last photo I took of her that morning clearly showed severe muscle wastage which I didn't really see looking at her. Yes she was still eating, still going outside to toilet, signs lots of people would be happy with but they weren't enough for me.

Not sounding good ☹️ Not sure if it's just me on my phone but photos are not showing up

I'm not a lot of help but how long have you been feeding raw? Has he lost weight in this time? I do believe that raw is the same as kibble re feeding guildlines i.e. that you do not have to feed what the graph is telling you so maybe 2 pounds is right for your dog. Re the organ meats you could grind them up with some of the meat your dog does eat. Also nothing wrong with sprinkling a bit of cheese on each meal. I've done that before. Remember not every meal needs to balanced everytime as long as it all balances over about a week. Has your dog seen a vet for the itchies? Might be worth getting bloods done.

so sorry Sarasmum and family

You know I have to say that pup does not look as if it's thriving. I'd be getting a full blood panel on him. Have you checked with the breeder of your pup about diet or contacted other experienced owners?

Are the bitches related because poor progesterone levels can run in families. Best you take her to the vet and get her tested

Did the vet do a skin scraping? Could be mites.

Owners have only got themselves to blame. The dog has got out at least 3 times and he has attacked 3 dogs, killing one. PTS is the right answer

for sure it needs reporting, breaking multiple laws as Jem said

I'm sorry for your loss but you don't know that your dog would have survived without surgery. Personally I think you did the right thing and gave her a good chance

did you take the pup to the vet for her post sale check up? Had a vet seen her at all before she died? You would have to prove the pup swallowed the bead at the breeders house I would think to get any money back but I must say, as a breeder, I would be devastated and yes would have refunded something, as long as you had taken the pup to the vet sometime before she died.

some dogs, like people, are more stoic then others. Might need to up his pain relief. Chat with the vets again.