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Most likely a mix and some girls have large nipples whether they have had a litter or not. Different breed but you couldn't tell my girls had had even a heat, let alone a litter.

Maybe after the 6 weeks are over @Boronia. Just doing what the specialist wanted. Though would be good for the others.

We are 3 weeks into the 6 weeks of supplements and injections. Can't see a difference myself so I guess we are heading to the denervation, in the not too distant future. Opal is still full of beans and loves her walks but we don't go too far or she cries later that day. Thanks for asking @persephone. Next appointment is July 18th with Dr Andrew.

Are the papers in your name and are you a member of DogsQld? Be aware, when push comes to shove, most of those family and friends won't want a pup when the time comes. Breeders on Dogz will not sell you a bitch to breed from as you are not yourself registered with DogsQld as a breeder. Join the nearest Dachshund club and see what health tests are done on the breed. I know you can't breed a dapple to a dapple because of health issues. Prices vary because they can. Each individual breeder sets their own price, the more a parent has done, imported, titles etc the more expensive the pup. Are you prepared to lose the bitch, who you will love, due to pregnancy or whelping issues, prepared to pay for a c-section, dead pups etc? Breeding is not for the faint hearted that's for sure.

If the breeder is happy to keep the pup an extra two weeks then I don't see a problem and I also understand you. I'd want to pick up my own dog as well.

I think it's most likely too late for Wilson but we can still hope

I don't. Sorry

I never had a problem with 2 female GSD's together but they were all hearing dogs and could hear my growl if things were getting a bit wild, which stopped them in their tracks. So something to consider that your deaf dog won't hearing your warning to cut it out.

it can be done but I'd be looking elsewhere for a breed that is a bit more laid back. All the above have great responses to your question. Besides what they have said I'd be asking what happens if dog and cat do not get along? Which animal has to be rehomed and how would the people feel about that? Would it break your family apart? A lot of men want "a mans dog" but is that the best fit for your family?

I commend you for taking responsibility, thank you.

I've owned several GSD, one pound puppy and several Greyhounds. No favourites, the two pure breeds both have/had very different characteristics and both fitted perfectly into my life at the time I had them. My little mutt just happened and she was perfect as she was.

so sorry this happened to you. Impossible to say what may happen, sadly dogs that are attacked by other dogs often never get over it. I wish you luck finding a good trainer who may be able to help you and your girl.

from what you say I think you and Lexa will cope with another pup very well. As for the fright outside, if Lexa's temperament is sound she'll bounce back quickly regardless of her hearing.

The girls get raw carrot for lunch. They devour them.

I've always used the people Rescue Remedy on the dogs, alcohol wasn't a problem. One thing I've heard about but haven't tried is cotton wool in the ear with a sock over the ears. Toe cut off so it's like a really firm snood. Beej does have a fine set of ears on him. Very cute.

I wonder about the thunder shirts. Opal gets so hot, like boiling to touch, and I worried a thunder shirt would make her hotter. Luckily she found her own safe spot.

I've tried a few different things, all seemed a bit so so. What worked for my girl was she chose an open crate to go to. She's a bit sound sensitive as well. She still shakes like an earthquake but seems settled in "her" spot.

I'm in Victoria and my vet used Global to microchip my last litter nearly 6 years ago. I hadn't heard of them either. Haven't lost any of my dogs so can't say how any registry reacts. You don't search each registry, the chip should take you right there. Except for NSW and, in Vic, all retired Greyhounds who now have their own registry. I believe they are not linked to any other, like NSW. Stupid idea in my opinion.

Yes I remember those days but I thought organ meat was 5%. Certainly wouldn't hurt to give the 200gm but I'd split it up over a week. My dogs wouldn't touch it!

I've switched my dogs around a few times, back when you could do so. It was for various reasons not that I was unhappy with them. Australasian Animal Registry, Central Animal Records, and now Global Micro as the last litter was registered with them by the vets. I moved the others over as I like my pets to be all on the same register.

They have been around for a long, long time. Glad they are being recognised. Love the little bits and pieces you find Boronia.

We are back home! My head is spinning a bit. So.......the denevration is on the cards but before we do that we are giving a 6 week trial on supplements. I am to continue the gabapentin, though Dr Andrew thinks it's too low a dose but we don't want to change things, and Opal is to start on Glyde powder, 4Cyte gel and a 4week course of either cartrophen or something starting with Z if my regular vet has it or can get it in (it's a more recent thing then cartrophen). Dr Andrew says the hip is bone on bone and several other things which all mean it's bad. Dr Andrew has been doing the denevration for 20 years and only had 2 dogs come back because the nerves regenerated. Small incision and keep them quiet for 2 weeks. Approx cost $3500. Femoral head ostectomy, more invasive approx $4,500 and an 8% chance of the dog breaking the femur at a later date. Knowing Opal this would happen to her! And a total hip replacement would be elsewhere as he doesn't have some piece of equipment that is needed, $10,000. Oh and Opal had a stride test, running along a special mat which measure weight % of each foot fall. It showed how little the left hind is used. Whew!!!!!

Little bit, no, a lot nervous about the outcome tomorrow. Got to be there at 8.30 and Opal has to be fasted.

Ring your vet and ask them what they have to say about food. Re the omeprazole, I did have a dog react badly to that so just keep an eye on your boy.

Interesting!