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  1. Yup they are. I know of a few crosses and a lady who had 4 (purebred) and had them all put down for aggression over a few years. They are definitely not a dog for the inexperienced dog owner.

  2. I was curious too because Boss is Red and White kelpie x staffy but he has a little white tip on his tail, white socks, white chest and a small white patch on the back of his neck and was thinking maybe one of the grandparents on the kelpie side has these bloodlines.. I know it could just be the the staffy but the dad was pure black.

    Was he definitely just pure kelpie cross pure staffy? If so there's a chance, it's tougher to tell with unknowncrosses as there's always a chance there's a number of breeds contributing to colour genetics.

  3. Yup that's irish spotting :) It's sometimes hard to know whether they are pure kelpie or have border collie in them and that's why they work like one. Still can't locate that breeder lolYou can see the white broken stripe on this one's face (not mine). That's the irish spotting I mean. The one I had had a small spot on the top of her neck

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  4. Just keep an eye on her as dogs that don't nest can sometimes (in my experience) be poor mothers.

    Most Staffords don't bother to nest until the last minute. They are always too busy to get in the box and if there's people about, there's always somewhere else to be.

    Stafford bitches are in general great mothers, providing the owners know what sings to look for and whelp with calcium sanzdoz or troy syrup on hand.

    Ok thanks for that. I have limited experience with whelping SBTs, I know if working dogs don't nest they usually don't mother correctly either

  5. If my vet had have lied to me i would have sued their arses. I'm sorry but if my dog was in pain and suffering from a debilitating illness i would want my veterinarian to tell me whether I wanted to hear it or not. I understand it must be very hard for you to accept but I believe you need to say your final goodbyes and have your dog euthanased. He sounds as if he is suffering and is in pain. It is the hardest decision but our dogs trust us with their entire lives, entire meaning the very end and the hardest decision. I would also suggest getting a new vet for any remaining animals once your dog passes. So sorry for your impending loss.

  6. Since this is going through I demand a plethora of puppy pictures provided at all times upon request as well as randomly. Thank you.

    I was going to say the same :laugh:

    I will definitely post photos when the puppies arrive. I'm feeling a little more confident today; I had a lengthy discussion with my vet yesterday and she suggested letting my girl at least go into labour, rather then having an elective c-section. She is confident all will go well but did tell me if its getting close to AH and nothing is happening, get her up to the surgery so I don't get slugged with extra fees.

    The whelping box is ready to go and my girl had a nap it in last night. She's still sleeping in our room (I don't think I will be able to change that until the time comes - she whines and barks if she's not in the bedroom with us and our boy). I'm going to go to the op-shop on Saturday and stock up on old sheets - I've got a few, but I would rather be super prepared and most of our rags are old towels with loopy fabric.

    Thanks again all - photos to come!

    Could you move the box into your bedroom or you may find she tries to move the pups there by herself.

  7. the key with any high energy breed is consistency and commitment in training and exercise as well as family time. Get a good breeder who gets to know your family so they can choose the right puppy for you. A recognised obedience school with proven track record and good reviews. Go to a few meets without the dog first to see if you like what you see. Same with puppy school. Borders can be wonderful dogs with great direction and training and they can be absolute nightmares without so as long as you're dedicated and committed. I wouldn't see why this couldn't work.

  8. Wow, really weird. Just tried what LisaCC suggested, got him to roll over for a gentle massage, did his front paws and back ones but this time he reacted when I ran my hand over his side.

    I was giving him belly rubs earlier today and he was fine. He rolls over for belly rubs all the time and have never had issues with touching his paws, head, tail etc.

    This is really out of character for him, I'm a little distressed at the moment to be honest

    Were you touching his side when you were doing paws, leaning on it etc?

    Nope, ran my hand down his side and that's when he reacted again, wasn't touching his paws this time.

    He's probably just being a jerk but if you're concerned take him to the vet, he could have an injury.

  9. Wow, really weird. Just tried what LisaCC suggested, got him to roll over for a gentle massage, did his front paws and back ones but this time he reacted when I ran my hand over his side.

    I was giving him belly rubs earlier today and he was fine. He rolls over for belly rubs all the time and have never had issues with touching his paws, head, tail etc.

    This is really out of character for him, I'm a little distressed at the moment to be honest

    Were you touching his side when you were doing paws, leaning on it etc?

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