Panto

K9 Ballistic and stab proof vests have been in existence for a long time. You can order them online there's plenty of government and LE suppliers. They're already in use all around the world because good dogs are hard to come by and maintain, the costs associated in creating a trustworthy active service dog are also in the tens of thousands. In the USA they now also have recogised canine PTSD for returned military dogs and are working to rehabilitate them. The pool of viable, good dogs in Australia is shrinking - we're behind the times and I hope it's not too little too late in all areas. Excellent progress by the sounds of it. Anyone know if we have many ex-service dogs needing forever/retirement homes? My understanding is that they generally retire with their handler but I can understand that it won't always be possible for the handlers for whatever reason.

Whilst this seems a positive step towards doing the right thing by the brilliant K9s, I wonder how testing is done to make sure the vest meets standards?

Always two sides to a story - Alison's link didn't work but story found; http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/article/2013/10/02/390070_news.html Sounds like one or both parties are telling porkies, either now or at the time or both times. Either way, an unsavoury matter. The journalist behind both versions of the story is the same - seems like the first one was published prematurely and was a bit sensationalist before versions from both sides had been obtained.

We have successfully used the Kong cloud collar, love it. fur-panto is the right height for bumping that hard plastic into the back of your knees, effectively taking you out... eta: it wasn't for ear scratching though, it was more for anti-wound licking.

soooooo1?1?????? well the very fact that it now seems to be OK for people supposedly known to the shooter and the police makes this sort of acceptable behaviour??? i dont think so! H I never said any of the above. My point is you hear about this stuff on the news all the time. People get scared and think it's happening everywhere and to everyone but statistics show its always the similar scenarios. Some people out there always seem to be in trouble. I think the average person in Sydney has a better chance of dying by crossing the road or driving to work. That's a very generalised statement, however this article does mention more specific circumstances and the public nature of it is most certainly alarming, more specifically the close proximity to children nearby. Whether or not that is sensationalism, that's about the how much we can rely on the journalist's word. Please keep your comments specific to this story. If you have further knowledge to this story than we have hear, please share, or contact police who don't know the shooter by the sounds of things and calling for information.

beautiful :)

http://www.pawsforlife.com.au/ seems to be comparable to oveds. I get food from them too. Service is fantastic, it's cheap and I'm comfortable knowing if there are ever any issues I can contact them and it will be dealt with. Paws crossed they stay that way too!

What a great poster!!! One of the best I have seen and I think you have hit a good balance. If she has an online profile, maybe a link/address to that?

naw takoda only just saw this rach, what an ordeal. Glad she is doing better now, hope she keeps on improving very quickly!

Yes, and the fact that there were kids reported to have been nearby who witnessed this shooting. Be interesting to see if there are any follow-up articles to this story.

Can't find much more to the article other than this tele one; http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/man-and-his-dog-shot-in-inner-west-sydney/story-fni0cx12-1226708166979 Man and his dog shot in Inner West Sydney by: SIMON BLACK From: The Daily Telegraph August 31, 2013 6:13PM A MAN and his dog were shot in front of playing children in a brazen attack in Sydney's inner west. Police said the 36-years-old was found slumped besides the Princes Highway in Tempe by police after reports of gunfire just after 5pm last night. He had been shot in the leg and was treated by paramedics at the scene before being taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The dog was taken to Sydney University Veterinary Hospital by the man's associates. The shooting took place less than 50 metres from the scene of a suspected police drug raid which had taken place 24 hours earlier. A woman claiming to own the building said she her husband had found a sticker on the building saying it had been raided by the State Crime Command's Drug Squad. "The people who do this just don't care," said one resident of the shooting. "It's on the side of the highway in the middle of the day with all these cars driving past. They're animals." Residents also said there were a number of children playing in the street who witnessed the shooting. Police last night had set up two crime scenes on the side of the busy Pacific Highway in front of a panel beaters and a Buddist worship centre. A resident who lives one house down from one of crime scenes said she was hanging out her washing at the time of the gun attack. The woman said there were at least three shots fired.

Man, dog shot on Sydney highway Date August 31, 2013 - 9:32PM Manuel Mitternacht A 36-year-old man and his dog have been shot on a highway in Sydney’s south this afternoon, police said. Emergency services were called to attend the alleged shooting on the Princes Highway at Tempe at about 5 pm where they found the man with a bullet wound to his leg and a dog with a gun shot wound. The man was rushed to hospital and is now in a stable condition while police are looking for an dark coloured sedan or hatchback that was seen in the area at the time of the shooting. Meanwhile the dog has been taken to a local veterinary hospital for treatment. A spokeswoman said there is no information about the identity of the victim or the background of the incident available, as investigations continue. The incident caused the closure of two of the three northbound lanes, as police is searching for forensic evidence. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

So sorry to hear of your loss Panto had severe gastro aftrr trying frontline for the first time. I am hesitant to try it on her again, as i cant pinpoint any other changes we made and considering there wasnt anything she could have got into.

wow!! That's beautiful! Thanks for sharing

Thanks for that, I hadn't thought it was possible to have it fittted correctly etc, I am due to contact Helen so will include that. Great tip!

looks like your ebay guy only had that one batch, what a bargain - can't seem to find the canine powder for something even comparable. 1000g/kg, that's just pure rosehip powder yeah? has anyone tried unbraded organic pure rosehip powder, would that be safe / have the same affect? are there other ingredients in the rosehip canine vital powders?

wondering if anyone has experience using mobility aids, in particular, a mobility brace on their dog? such as this one: http://www.handicappedpets.com/hip-brace.html

guys, wondering if I can send some coats to canberra this wknd with a friend, and if I can jump in on that transport you're arranging? I have PM'd you ktb, to see if this is feasible! cheers

I don't feel guilty that this happened with my last dog, but it still hurts to think about it. I don't know if that hurt is because they're gone or because I wasn't there. It could be a combination of both. I had the time of my life whilst I was away and learnt so much. I don't regret it, however things might be different this time around. I certainly haven't applied or looked for any work or accepted internaitonal invitations because I don't want to be away from my dog for a long period of time (by long I mean over a couple months).

gosh Anne, what a trot you've had this week. big kudos and thanks to you and Keithea for the last 4 years Navey had. run free young man!

what's the law on these in WA?: unsecured dogs on a ute tray dogs on laps

This is common with alot of vets & they also don't have yards to get out many you have to pay extra for a walk which is appalling . We have a clinic here that charges crazy prices especially for dogs that require meds. We board stacks of epileptic & diabetic dogs & never had any dramas. Infact most dogs that come in boarding require some form of pills or have health issues . The key is to make there time stress free & that is very easy ,plenty of outside time & human time & the dogs cope very well I felt that it was a common practice, so I didn't question it - they have always provided excellent care and if in an overnight stay such as the one she had, often comes home washed (kennel hand bath, rather than 'groomer's bathing them). Still... I am not one to leave a dog alone overnight if I can help it. I know there are people who go on holidays and just ask people to come feed them, spend a little time / exercise or walk them whilst owners away on holidays, but I can't do it, I would prefer she has someone around for the better part of the day even if on/off.

I understand where you're coming from... I've rarely left panto in the care of others who aren't family or a best friend, even flatmates I seldom have entrusted care to them (feeding etc). unless just for a night. I recently learnt that 'overnight' care at the vet doesn't mean there is anyone there! I opted to bring her home as soon as I could and work from home (when she had gastro).

I think there is a general agreement from all responders here regardless of whether we agree with the new laws or increase in incarceration - none of this can be effective or measured for effectiveness when there is such a loose enforcement of existing laws. Money better spent on enforcing existing laws rather than paying policy / lawmakers.

Omg i have just overloaded on cute!!! Congratulations!!