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love the new signature dogmad Yes, I too worry about other people's dogs being exposed to un-quarantined un-assessed dogs. Some dogs bounce from home to home until one sticks. It's not an exact science but there are minimum requirements nonetheless. 'Saving' them is the easy bit but ironically is the one that gets most applause.

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Uncommon thankfully, but not good enough by far. Shame.

I recognise that dog. He may just be a handful, you have a young, male newly desexed strong dog of a very active breed mix. If he was impounded for 4weeks they really don't have any chance to run off energy there either. 2 weeks in care... well that's often the average trial period and it can take longer than that for issues to show up. Ask for more time to explore your options and take up the rescuer's offer to give some training. Or return him (sorry but sometimes no matter how hard rescue tries, not everyone is a good match with their dog). I may have missed it but how much exercise does he get and are you taking a bouncy energy filled boy straight from the yard to the park prior to exercise? Here are his impound notes with observations from volunteers who spent some time with him.

If this is a new thing I'd give her a break. She's senior, and very unwell. Cushings can change personalities before or during treatment. While most of the lit talks about physical changes, it's still basically out of control adrenalin and cortisol i.e.stress response. Has she begun treatment?

Gwenda there was this thread in the rescue section if it helps.... http://www.dolforums.com.au/index.php?showtopic=212983

I'm so sorry. It's the worst feeling. I lost my heart dog Button Powerlegs. My world just stopped that day. But she is still here, I wear a locket with a photo of her inside and the garden out the front of my house is 'Button's Garden' with plants especially for her. And I do have a purse size photo album. With all my most loved people and critters past and present. It helps on a bad day.

On the one fabric sofa I tuck a single bed waterproof mattress protector around the seat cushions and throw a bedspread over the top. Keeps the smell out of the cushions.

You know what's funny - when Rescue vets a home and knocks them back because they're unsuitable, they're being responsible. When a breeder does it, they're being elitist snobs. I just dont get it. Woofen, for what it's worth I dont think you have crazy expectations. You sound like a great breeder whose priorities are with your puppies! Good on you. Not always, sometimes we cop 'time waster' 'unreasonable' 'ego tripper' 'god complex' 'control freak' 'uncaring' or 'you must want to keep the dog yourself'. LOL But I agree (and live in a higher density area with a lot of dog owners who give it all they've got), puppies and apartments are not always the best mix depending on breed. Some older dogs in the sofa stage can do fine. Some dogs are ok but it takes a lot of commitment from the owner. There's no taking a day off because you have a hangover, or no walkies today because it's raining. Pet Loos don't clean themselves. And holidays mean board or savvy houseminder. Emails claiming a 10yr old dog as to be rehomed because they are 'moving to an apartment' doesn't instill a lot of confidence in people's commitment either. Breeders who check out homes thoroughly shouldn't be chastised for trying to avoid a poor outcome for the dogs they raise. Nor should rescuers. Same/same. OT but my friend rented his small apartment and the tenant hid a maltese X pup in there. Poor thing trashed the place -not sure what caused her distress neighbours reported later that the tenant was out a lot and they could hear the pup cry constantly. It seems she had lack of exercise and possibly anxiety. The gyprock was chewed, the skirtings around the doors ruined, the carpets soiled beyond repair in most areas and had to be replaced. The tenant did a runner. And this all happened across the road from an enormous of leash park. Doesn't put me off homing to an apartment but does mean extra questions and being ready to say sorry: not the right dog for you.

Vet nurses correct me please: They may have put a tube down his throat if he had anaesthetic and that (in my understanding) can give them temporary snorts. I'm so happy you have some kind of progress. He's a lucky little dog.

Sh*t that's funny. You little man stealer.

... and you didn't prank me? I feel left out now Powerlegs... hahaha! T. If it makes you feel any better I'm notoriously hard to catch on the phone. But what can I say? You know how it is, sit up late, bored, and go through the address book ringing people so I can whisper&giggle then hang up on them. :laugh: LOL

I was interested to find out I'm a prank caller. :rolleyes:

Probably because she was being filmed. Not that the judge is doing the right thing and it all happened so fast - but if she reportedly has a reputation, and someone gives her a young wiggly dog then films the result with the owner just standing there then..... it's kind of like watching a setup. No idea how shows work so perhaps it's not my place to comment.

have you tried UrineOff cat & kitten formula? It comes in a little nozzle bottle for carpet, as well as a spray.

In the back of the Lexus? It's very simple, there aren't any in Australia. You can obtain qualifications, but anyone can call themselves a behaviourist. Lexus? = toyota, such status. But pls I give up: can't drive and know zero about cars. Anyway; jokes aside..... qualifications: even for 'veterinary behaviourists' it's the same?? The ones who say they are more psychology based are working from the same basic training as others? Sorry for all the questions but as I said it's very interesting (to me anyway).

LOL@Cosmolo, your mansion must be hiding in the same place rescuers keep all their huge profits. This is a really interesting question though. I don't really understand the qualifications clearly. Is there some kind of governing board that 'qualifies' people (like registered breeders) or is it a matter of knowing what to ask? I'm a big believer in word of mouth though. Call me silly but sometimes results have more credence than a snazzy website or lots of certificates.

from your thread in the rescue section

Yes it's been around for a while like snuff films. Honestly, if it's defenseless & has a heartbeat some sicko will want to kill it, f*** it, eat it, wear it or stuff it & hang it on the wall.

I'm so sorry what an ordeal. :D Truly no idea on what his main medical problem might be but the immediate one of being released from the vet and going down hill sounds like the initial side effects from the drugs he's on. Don't panic and stop them but do tell & ask your vet everything. For sickies: this sounds silly but cooking something meaty in front of them can help. Seared steak, pan fried meatballs, chicken tenders etc. The smell helps make them hungry.

That whole breeding program was fascinating. I was worried when it ended the now tamed/domesticated foxes produced (with coats that were apparently useless for fur?) would just be disposed of. eta: not that I'm comfortable with them being farmed as pets either.

Definitely try it in conjunction with the medication they've recommended. Can't hurt but it will basically have to be only the ZD: excluding all other food for you to know if her trouble shaking her ear infections has anything to do with food sensitivity.

We had a dog come into care with similar problems Silver Boy Album - surgery was not an immediate option. The damage to his ear canals had extended all the way down and was oozing. Using a combination of drugs, flushes and swabs was our best option but I don't think it would have been nearly as effective without a complete diet change. The minute we put him on Prescription Z/D only he made a marked improvement. Once most of the infections had cleared (From memory he started with 3 colonies in ear and two in the other) - we hit the last of the nasties with a different drop, oral antibiotics and prednisolone. It takes time, his ears will never be absolutely 'normal' because he was untreated for god knows how long but he's much much happier (and adopted) .

I'm so sorry you had to give up your pup. Do you have a dog rescue shelter nearby or a WIRES network? You'd be surprised how many who for different reasons find themselves dogless but fill that gap by volunteering with animals. re Rabbits: my sister had a desexed male Rex, litter trained and amazing 'doggy' personality and a coat of velvet that didn't shed as heavily as the long coat breeds. They do like to nibble things though.

If you know a dog has been exposed to parvo (or a high risk area such as a pound), keep them away from other dogs/ penned/ quarantined for 14 to 21 days. If you are talking about a family dog with a known vaccination history and up-to-date boosters the chances of developing anything is greatly reduced but you still should be careful just in case. :D Not sure vaccinating after exposure would be of any use but am far from an immunology expert. :D Best quiz your vet on that one, I've heard a recent vaccination can affect subsequent parvo tests giving false results?? - please someone correct me if that's incorrect.