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Oh jeez, thanks Jaxx's Buddy. Doritos off the menu for life. Probably because it's too true. Erky.

Oh pooh, I was looking forward to meeting you, PF. I won't take it personally but Humphrey is feeling as though it may be because you don't want to consort with wolfhounds. Don't you worry about us, though. We'll be fine. Sniff. I'll just attach myself to Diva and Keshwar rather than float around looking like lost property.

Oliver, Aussie Terrier, is a wee sinful beastie. He adores Humphrey and they spend most of their time tangled together like a drawing by Escher - hard to see where one starts and the other finishes. I saw the entries hadn't closed so I've snuck in for Friday as well. I'm being nagged by IW people to get the shocker out in the ring. I think they just want to see this fat old bird cark it doing an out and back. Roll on Anzac Day weekend. I'm secure knowing I won't clash with the P&P gazebo. Having met Keshwar , Daisy & Diva I know I can go to the loo without taking my dog with me. It's the small things that make life good.

Do I need to wear any particular colour so I don't clash? Should be a lot of fun. Although Humphrey is turning a little feral as he hits the teenage stage. Sue

I'll be there Sunday & Monday. Looking forward to it.

Thanks Sway, you're a gem! Sue

Any Irish wolfhound results? I don't think many were entered as it's our Specialty tomorrow.

My 6 year old Irish Wolfhound is intolerant of chicken, beef & turkey. He suffered from chronic gastro and anal gland problems due to the runs. He has been on Hills z/d Prescription diet for 14 months and has never looked better. It is expensive, especially for an 82 kg dog, but worth every penny. No gastro, perfect anal glands and no visits to the vet for any illnesses since I changed over. And he's a HAPPY dog now with lots of energy and life.

What a hoot! Scary how many of these comments I've heard....

A friend used to show my Irish boy for me. Thankfully, we are still friends. Baloo was not enamoured with the ring. Oh, the shame.(Looking for paper bag for head.)

Clothes that don't turn transparent if it rains on you.

I have been in and out of the ring for the past 15 years. Never overly competitive and my previous dogs were not really show dogs. I think honesty with yourself is the first requirement. Are you prepared to lose with good grace and, as important, win with good grace? Maybe hard isn't quite the right word but it's pretty close. As poodlefan says, it's not personal and I think too many people are losing sight of the reason we show dogs at all. To me, a show is the best way to keep raising the quality of dogs being bred as very few breeders will take a dog of their breeding to a show when it is not a good example of the breed. I often get more pleasure from a nice comment from my peers than the result in the ring. Perspective is everything. Enjoying your dogs is everything. Laughing with old and new friends is an added bonus. Edited for crappy spelling

It was a good day - I didn't fall over, Humpty behaved and lots of good conversation surrounded by lovely dogs. Thanks for making it such a fun day. A snap of my lovely clay, aren't you all jealous your dogs couldn't play in it?

No, not me at Tumut but I think a dog from the same breeder. Lokking forward to tomorrow now - if I fall over I expect a DOL person to catch my dog. I've developed the clumsies in my old age. Maybe I should go to a smaller breed where you don't have to run to keep up with them.

Yahoo - I'm not alone. While you're at the hound ring, Daisy, come over and meet Humphrey. I think I'm the only wolfhound entered which makes it a lonely day. We can always see which breed holds the most water.

Is anyone going to be at Tarago on Sunday? It looks athough it's going to pour rain all day. I guess I don't want to be alone... in the rain....with my wet puppy.....

The foxy died from his injuries.

Dear Aussie Ollie, Aussie Terrier puppies are just amazing. They chew everything, investigate everything and have absolutely NO off switch! Fascinating babies but the chewing can be frustrating. With our boy, Oliver, now 10 months old, it was a case of free play followed by cuddles and excessive chewing saw him in his pen. It took a very short time - less than a week- for him to learn chewing us was a bad choice. It is just a case of being consistent. No chewing=fun and cuddles. Chewing= time out in the pen. It doesn't last forever (Thank God) and an Aussie is just the best companion.

Real scary stuff, I'm one of the 14 Irish Wolfhounds. And he has a bursar on his bum. And he blew his coat last week. Sigh.

FD26, you obviously are for real! One puppy at a time is a much nicer way to go. You get to learn the personality of your pup before adding another and can make a much more informed choice. I am not really a fan of puppies - they are something you suffer through to get a dog. And two dogs that are mates is one of the best things ever. I hate having a dog on it's own, they are so much happier with company providing it isn't combative. Good luck with it all. Sue And, of course, photos are compulsory. Attached my youngsters enjoying each other's company.

Before you think I'm just one more person telling you it may not work out, there's one thing I'd love to know. You haven't even picked these puppies up and you're already thinking one may have to be rehomed? Are you for real?

What drugs do all you people have your dogs on to get them to wear all this festive crap? Is it February yet?

"Anyhoo, yes of course my dogs come with a warranty! All breeding stock is health tested. If it breathes, it's healthy ain't it? shrug.gif" Dear pf, Have you been talking to John Cleese re warranty? He was involved in a line of parrots that - if the same "stillness" traits could be incorporated in your new line of dogs - could be real winners for those owners not wanting to exercise or poo scoop after the more active ones? This could open up a whole new branch of DDs - for people who want a dog but have no intentions of doing a thing with it. They would only require dusting occaisionally, no food, water or even a fence!!! Think on it, could be a real money spinner.

Loving this thread. Life could be grim without pics of little lambpoos and jungle rockwheelers. I'll have three of each, please - colour not an issue. I'm sure others would love a jungle rocky but do they come in pink?

1. What is my relationship with the breed? (ie breeder, first time owner etc) Second time owner 2. Where and why was the breed first developed? Developed in OZ as a working terrier 3. How common is it in Australia? Maybe the breeders may have a better estimate but I don't class them as rare, just not common 4. What is the average lifespan? Around 12-15 years 5. What is the general temperament/personality? Alert, energetic little dogs. Fun to live with having a charming personality. Their size is is compact, personality is jumbo sized. Can be quite tenacious if something has their attention. 6. How much daily exercise is needed for the average adult? I can't judge as our live on acreage and are out and about often through the day. I think I get tired before Oliver does. 7. Is it a breed that a first time dog owner could easily cope with? The size of an Aussie makes them manageable but they are a determined dog and consistency is reqiured. 8. Can solo dogs of this breed easily occupy themselves for long periods? Again, can't say. Oliver has the capacity to keep himself amused but does so with constant company both human and canine. 9. How much grooming is required? Wash & wear dogs. A good brush a couple of times a week with minimal stripping needed. 10. Is it too boisterous for very small children or for infirm people (unless the dog is well trained)? I think the only time I would be concerned around small children is if the Aussie was treated like a toy. They are very much a "real" dog. 11. Are there any common hereditary problems a puppy buyer should be aware of? Again, breeders need to answer this one. From my research, however, they seem to be as healthy as they appear to be. Nice,robust little dogs 12. When buying a puppy, what are the things you should ask of the breeder? (eg what health tests have been done (if applicable) and what is an acceptable result to those tests so the buyer has an idea of what the result should be)