loveyrdog

It gets EXTREMEMLY HOT try walking on it with bare feet like your poor dog

and it becomes very smelly you can hose it but the urine and poo smells linger

Your dog deserves a dog friendly back yard as they spend most of the time in it

so I hope you can find another solution if you cant have real grass.

Sad and I know exactly what you mean.

You could try the surrender thing but if kids are involved the usual answer is that he's the kid's pet so no thanks.

RSPCA ... not sure. They would need something other than a scared dog but you could definitely ask if they can make sure his pen has shelter, water and food, tell them he was roaming.

I think they also run the local pound there. Some RSPCA's work with rescue so I'd also call the local rescue people at PMAWS.

If he's been picked up a few times before there could be a nuisance order him - which makes fines steeper and could be why he is kept in a pen.

loveyrdog; I'm afraid you're partly advising illegal theft of property.

Sorry but if you find a dog that is continually roaming the streets

take it in

no one comes forward and wants it

which unfortunately happens

just ask the shelters

then I say good on you for caring about that animal

I know very well what happens in shelters and to lost dogs. I follow the law and rescue dogs from pounds after they have done their time.

What would you expect me to do if I found your dog who has slipped it's collar after it's been lost for a couple of weeks and looking like crap? Give you the chance to reclaim from the pound OR decide you don't deserve that chance?

It's all in the NSW Companion Animals Act and if you are caught holding a dog you found the first fine is 30 penalty units - one unit is $110

If you have violated any other parts of the Act like interfering with a ranger's right to identify an animal you will incur more penalty units. That section of the Act is so that do-gooders and cowboys don't take the law into their own hands. Be they members of the public or rescuers.

You turn the dog in, and if you're as caring as you would like to believe, put your name on to buy.

OH my god really?

Lets talk about the LAW or should we talk about the rights of the ANIMALS

who to many OWNERS lock up keep in a backyard for 10 15 hours a day with NO human contact

with kids that no longer care about the dog and are to busy for it

LOVE YOUR ANIMALS thats all I want

We can have differing opinions thats fine

but I am sick of seeing and hearing about animals suffering

it hurts and makes me frustrated and helpless

thats all

Sad and I know exactly what you mean.

You could try the surrender thing but if kids are involved the usual answer is that he's the kid's pet so no thanks.

RSPCA ... not sure. They would need something other than a scared dog but you could definitely ask if they can make sure his pen has shelter, water and food, tell them he was roaming.

I think they also run the local pound there. Some RSPCA's work with rescue so I'd also call the local rescue people at PMAWS.

If he's been picked up a few times before there could be a nuisance order him - which makes fines steeper and could be why he is kept in a pen.

loveyrdog; I'm afraid you're partly advising illegal theft of property.

Sorry but if you find a dog that is continually roaming the streets

take it in

no one comes forward and wants it

which unfortunately happens

just ask the shelters

then I say good on you for caring about that animal

That's theft, and a really low act. I'm 6,000,000% sure no shelter would condone breaking the law by stealing a dog because you have an opinion that it's better off with you. Proper channels exist for a reason

If you want to do the right thing by the dog, and keep it, take it to a shelter and tell them if it's not claimed you will adopt it. Some dogs are escape artists. My old boy went through a brief period of it and if someone had stolen him because they thought they were 'helping' the 'poor dog' it would have broken his heart and mine.

Excuse me our local dogs home one of the busiest has many dogs up for adoption that were strays

no body comes forward for these animals there was even a goldie dumped on a highway

Sorry but some people DO NOT CARE ABOUT THEIR DOG thats a fact A very SAD FACT

Sad and I know exactly what you mean.

You could try the surrender thing but if kids are involved the usual answer is that he's the kid's pet so no thanks.

RSPCA ... not sure. They would need something other than a scared dog but you could definitely ask if they can make sure his pen has shelter, water and food, tell them he was roaming.

I think they also run the local pound there. Some RSPCA's work with rescue so I'd also call the local rescue people at PMAWS.

If he's been picked up a few times before there could be a nuisance order him - which makes fines steeper and could be why he is kept in a pen.

loveyrdog; I'm afraid you're partly advising illegal theft of property.

Sorry but if you find a dog that is continually roaming the streets

take it in

no one comes forward and wants it

which unfortunately happens

just ask the shelters

then I say good on you for caring about that animal

Just ask the shelters what? Shelters don't just hold animals and hope owners come searching, they make reasonable attempts to locate the owners and in this case the owner was very easy to locate and immediately arranged to pick up their dog.

Yes it can be distressing to see a dog cowering in front of it's owner but I assume that there was no physical evidence of abuse so for all we know this is a guy with some old fashioned views of dog behavior with an escape artist dog, it doesn't mean he's not loved and wanted.

My parents spent thousands trying to keep our dog growing up in our property and my brother and I spent more than 1 afternoon cycling around the neighborhood after school looking for him. He never experienced anything harsher than a stern 'go to your kennel' but he knew when he was 'in trouble'

Excuse me our local dogs home one of the busiest has many dogs up for adoption that were strays

no body comes forward for these animals there was even a goldie dumped on a highway

Sorry but some people DO NOT CARE ABOUT THEIR DOG thats a fact

Hi Pat

yay great choice they are just the best dogs! :)

As I am just a goldie owner and not a breeder I can only say

to look on gr breeders websites

to see their past litters and there breeding dogs

as in the look/colour/size/temperament that you are interested in

What I found surprisingly is it takes time,patients,research and more time!

But worth it as they will be part of your family hopefully for a long long time

I also found it hard to get a reply from a a lot of breeders,

I emailed when just inquiring

about up coming litters etc

which my self and others have found extremely frustrating and rude

But dont give up as there are good committed helpful breeders out there

it is good that you can travel interstate at least that gives you more options

I did recently see a breeder in Queensland that had dark golden retrievers and pups

but cant remember the name

But go to golden retriever breeders [on here] and check some of there websites and

there breeding practices and how there puppies are reared

and just email or phone them and hopefully the right pup will be out there for you

Goodluck

Sad and I know exactly what you mean.

You could try the surrender thing but if kids are involved the usual answer is that he's the kid's pet so no thanks.

RSPCA ... not sure. They would need something other than a scared dog but you could definitely ask if they can make sure his pen has shelter, water and food, tell them he was roaming.

I think they also run the local pound there. Some RSPCA's work with rescue so I'd also call the local rescue people at PMAWS.

If he's been picked up a few times before there could be a nuisance order him - which makes fines steeper and could be why he is kept in a pen.

loveyrdog; I'm afraid you're partly advising illegal theft of property.

Sorry but if you find a dog that is continually roaming the streets

take it in

no one comes forward and wants it

which unfortunately happens

just ask the shelters

then I say good on you for caring about that animal

You did the right thing and gave that dog the best day

If you get a chance to go back

he will be there again

as he is probably not taken out

So take him and love him

or you can contact the owner and kindly ask to buy /adopt the dog

saying you realize he must be really busy with work and kids etc

and that you would love an older dog

Stay calm offer $100 or so and he is sure to say take him

I wouldnt bother with the rspca they wont do anything

Goodluck go get him :)

Petplan here on two yorkies. Youngest boy was still on their free 6 week introduction when he broke his leg requiring 3 pins being inserted. I (obviously) continued into the paid policy and I got the lot back (over $4500) minus two x $150 excess fees. One excess for the 6 week free policy and one for the ongoing paid policy. I have my guys in today getting investigated for liver shunts so will let you know in a week or so how those claims go.

Also, if you're getting a pup, ask your breeder to send you home with the 6 weeks free insurance which the breeder needs to set up. My breeder said it was easy. Just set up a log in and list the puppy with dates etc plus my details. Then you upgrade to paid version after the pup is home. Gives you coverage from before you own the pup and there's nothing that might not be covered. Also I remember asking for the breeder to get a short statement from the vet who saw the pups at vaccination before I got them which just stated checked this and that and all clear.

Hi Thanks for your feedback & advice,

gee you have had rough time

so lucky you had pet insurance

hope all goes well at the vets for your yorkies :)

Thanks everyone

Can I ask

Do you pay monthly or the total in advance?

Did you join online or talk by phone?

RE Medibank; So are your fees for medibank cheaper because you have private health cover with them?

and is that %80 pay back on vet fees?

RE Petplan; Are you covered ''for life policy'' which sounds reassuring as they get older

and do you get %100 back on your vet bills?

As they are a bit more expensive than the others

Sorry there is so much to read & remember arrrr fine print

as I go from one website to another

Thanks again for your help

Hi just wanted to say thanks to everyone

for there tips and suggestions

It is interesting to that raw dry fresh

We just Love our pets and want the best for them

Also the above comments about providing our best friends

with love and care on top of good nutrition is just as important

Thanks dog lovers :)

Hi I have never had pet insurance so would love your experiences in using them and your recommendations please

I currently own 4 yrold female GR and am also getting a GR puppy soon

So I am thinking it is time to get pet insurance for the ''just in case'' as I do not have big amounts of money at the ready for vet emergencies

and I have narrowed it down to Petplan or PIA

Are there any doglovers out there

that currently use any of these or other pet insurances?

I know another option is to have a credit card for emergencies

and obviously save save save

Thanks for your advise

As to raw feeding, I feed bones, a wonderful raw mix that is made locally from Adelaide Dog with rice or veg (fresh or frozen), tinned mackerel and sardines from Woolies, chicken necks and frames, yoghurt, eggs, halved turkey necks, other meats on special. My guys dance for their raw and are very disappointed if i've forgotten to defrost and they have to have dry food - the long faces are priceless!!!

"Aw Mum do I have to"?

Thanks I tried chicken wings and carcasses but they splintered and caused bloody poo s

I havent had turkey necks so will try that

not sure about whats in pet mince at butchers might be too fatty

so i might give some of everyones suggestions a try

and see how we go

I personally feed Vets All Natural (VAN) - I either make it up myself or I do buy the premade stuff (because it is easy when I'm busy)..

I also feed: Turkey necks, chicken frames, yoghurt, eggs, sardines, other bones as well. I also use kibble when I have foster dogs here (but Zig rarely eats it when he is on his own). My kibble of choice and the one they seem to do well on is Earthborn Holistic - I three of the range: Primitive, Ocean Catch and the other fish one (can't recall the name).

I am another that believes the best food for your dog, is the food they do best on - we don't really change anything here, other than the flavour of the kibble.

Thanks I had a look at vans website I hadnt heard of it before

so you can just add kangaroo or the above etc

So it has grains

which is another topic

grains or grain free

There are so many for and against

with all the information out there

it can be confusing for dog owners like me

that are just looking for the best for there loved dog

I just like to change foods every few months or so

I always add either tuna sardines chicken necks & mixed veg

or apple banana carrot zucchini yogurt etc

What raw foods do you feed?

Hi I would love your feedback on Quality dog food that you have tried and would currently recommend?

I like to change foods occasionally

I have used Artermis ,Raw of the wild and at the moment Ivorycoat

which has been excellent for my beautiful golden retriever,

So we would appreciate your thoughts and suggestions

thanks :)

I have also posted a thread on pet insurance

Do you recommend any?

Hi thanks so much

It might be nice to have a girl

I am quite excited at the thought as I have only had my lovely boys

I am not sure how they will meet

As depends on where I will get her from

like pick up from owner/rehome from interstate /breeder etc

As its just me I dont have anyone to meet in a park etc

The ideal would be to have a 1/2 week trial but that rarely happens

I am definitely going by the owners description on temperament/personality

and will just wait for the right match,

Hi I would really love your advice on adopting second golden retriever.

Currently I have a beautiful kind gentle 4 yr old desexed male that I adopted at 9 mnths

and would love yr advice on whether I should get a female or male?

[only ever had my 3 cuddly males.]

I am looking for 18 mnths to 3 1/2yr old gr

But am unsure whether it matters on sex when having 2 dogs

Please let me know yr experience

Thankyou