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They are very energetic and lively dogs. They are also larger and require regular grooming :) I do know a few crazy, and some with iffy temperaments- but they weren't from a breeder so likely why. On the whole they are good dogs - i know a few who do agility :) They would be something to consider, and if you do visit a dog show you'd be able to compare and contrast the two breeds there

I was actually just wondering when that would be brought here. There is so much on my Facebook this morning on these dogs, and petitions now to stop the extreme sloped backs in the breed and to introduce some form of stringent working test prior to breeding. . I love GSD's and will have one in the future just as i have done in the past. However some of the dogs around just do not appeal to me Also these two could do with some training.. I am really not a fan of the BOB. Her toppling just looks weird. Direct from the standard: The topline flows from the set on of the neck, over the high long withers and over the straight back to the slightly sloping croup without a noticeable break. The croup should be long and slightly sloping (approximately 23 degrees to the horizontal) into the set on of the tail without disruption to the topline. To me, as an untrained eye as only a previous GSD owner, this dog does not comply with the standard, and frankly, i don't think it should have gotten to crufts in the first place.

I was wondering this too!

Maybe book him into a groomer for a full de-shed, could help a bit :) Generally, hay fever and seasonal allergies are just that,seasonal, and coincide with a specific flower or seed etc in the environment. But there is a chance he could be allergic to something present year round. You can ge allergy tests done somehow. Not something ive ever done, but a clients dog has. But I'd just see how he goes for the time being :)

One plus is that I have taught kokoda to help with the gardening, he pulls out weeds and digs holes where I point so I can plant things. He also used to round up my chooks for me until they learnt to put themselves to bed. He's very useful Though he is obsessive when it comes to geckos.. Sits and stares at them on the wall forever. The others seem to be a bit more normal!

They are really good at making you feel guilty. Guilty for eating and not sharing, guilty for leaving, guilty for sitting at your desk doing work.. It's the eyes! Kokoda is really good at telling me it's time to go for a walk too. Will just come and stare at me And forget doing anything alone ever again. They'll be there mine love to "help" make the bed, by sitting exactly where I need to put the sheet on. But they are great little dogs :)Whilst I plan on a larger dog next time around, I will always have a cav or two in my life

I find my two red ones shed most, the ruby and the Blenheim, maybe it's just me, but my Tri and BT's drop so much less hair. And it's not just that I don't see it, even when brushed their hair doesn't come out near as much. Have you ever found a difference Gretel? I was just curious maybe I'm crazy. Could be just their individual hair type too. Sorry, off topic...

Cardio check from a specialist, not just a regular vet

They do shed, and i also clip two of mine during summer for the humidity here in QLD, they are much more comfortable with shorter hair (though i don't shave them right back). But i have also found that feeding them a good diet high in omega oils has really curbed the shedding. that and a quick brush every day and i barely get any hair on the floor. My cat is another story, shorthaired but man does he shed! :laugh:

I want a fairly calm dog which will be very family and children friendly: My boys are typically very calm around the house, and are children friendly, however do also love their adventures. I love Cavs because they are 0-90 dogs. 0km/h one moment, then happy to go hiking, swimming, etc the next! and mine would/do go all day if i do. My guys are walked everyday, with some off leash running and swimming too, then when i am out i leave them with kongs. I don't find mine are very bark dogs. Deniki barks most at things when he is really tired, its like an overtired child and is quite hilarious and then if someone is at the door. The others are all generally quiet. Like Marg said, they do love their food, so you have to be mindful of that. And also have a fair few health issues, so just make sure the breeders are health testing their breeding dogs. From this picture here you can see the differences in muzzles between my two and my sisters (not the best pic, but the only one on my computer here!). All of them differ, so just have a look at the breeders dogs to see what type they commonly have :) I unfortunately can't help with any breeders in VIC, but do suggest that visiting a show is a good way to meet them and see their dogs :) How do the CKCS do at obedience? I don't know in terms of competitive obedience, as its not something i have done. However, i do agility, do lots of trick training and am dabbling in flyball. All of my boys are very eager to please, as well as food motivated, so training is a breeze. They are quite intelligent and pick most things up very quickly. I have also been looking at the Cardigan Corgi... I don't know too much about the breed, but the couple i know are a bit more full on, and a bit more barky. But that is based off only 2 dogs :laugh:

Great news!

I am so sorry for your loss. He was beautiful, and certainly sounded like a character. RIP Cookie

they are all gorgeous Rascal :) OMG do you know how loud a little dog can bark?? I mind having a little dog living next to me barking it's fool head off. I have one now. yes- there is a small dog and a husky at the next two houses along. Even though the small dog is at the house further away, her bark is so much more piercing! Don't know how she does it. Sorry, OT

Great news!Hope all goes well. I look forward to the update next!

The sky in that is magnificent Snook!

I don't think I ever could either. No judgement to OP or anyone else who has ever had to make such a hard decision. I can't imagine how hard it would be to decide in real situations. I'd do absolutely everything else first before giving up my dogs. Incl. temporary fostering them elsewhere or with family members. If I took it the "most rehomeable" way, it would be Henry. He is Pretty aloof, very low maintenance and I am not as attached to him- I love him, but as a dog I inherited he is just not mine and never will be. However, he is the oldest, now 7, and has health issues. Nothing serious or requiring medication, but he does need regular chiro/ physio visits to keep him moving well. Deniki would not cope being away from me. He's a bit of a special one and doesn't like other people much. Kokoda would probably be ok too, but it would kill me. And he also has luxating patellas and is a bit crazy. Gecko obsessed, a landscaper and loves swimming a bit too much so not sure how others would put up with him ETA: I am lucky too that in cavaliers there is generally no shortage of people wanting to adopt one. The cav qld rescue has a long list of great homes. So I think breed adoptability would come into question too if I owned multiple breeds

oh dear! Little houdini's!

great shots Trifecta and Roova! Your bird is amazing rover, so pretty Week 9: Deniki being a goof, it's not the greatest, but it is him through and through and i love it for that

I was thinking the same. I hope one of his mates takes him for a run sometimes.

I saw this yesterday in a Facebook group- it is incredible! had to watch it again :) its just so perfect. I am glad they still used the footage. And Tui is SO happy. RIP Kelly.

Ah! So exciting! Good luck. I will be waiting for the results <- but with more excitement :D

I think there is "snobbery" from some on all sides, and direct quotes that i have experienced: - "oh god no, he's not a poodle. He's a labradoodle!" - "Oh no, my dog was rescued. I would never buy from a breeder who is just using dogs for profit." - "My dog is a purebred xyx, his parents were champions." Or there was the time i was at a pet shop and said to my mother who was next to me that the fluffy white pups in the window will be huge and that the maremma was a sheep dog. And got very rudely from someone who overheard behind me "NO. A Maremma is a guarding dog. They guard the sheep, don't herd them!" I was like "uh, thanks.." So it comes a bit from everywhere. I do wish shows were a little less stylised and also that dogs of the correct weight could be shown without being told they need to be fatter etc. there are many things wrong with the purebred dog world.

Has she been to a chiropractor type vet? One of my vets recommends a chiro/accupuncture for some cases of spay incontinence. Doesn't always help- but may. Otherwise everyone else mentioned all i would have :)

great shots! That piggy back one is just amazing! They are clearly, healthy, happy and well looked after :)