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Yes the pounds are full of them or they're ageing quietly, sitting unseen in no kill shelters. But we're told there's not enough dogs to go around. So clearly not enough of the desirable kind of dog. The long term survival of domestic dogs doesn't extend to staffy, bull arab and working breed crosses, it's a tragic example of natural selection for them.

So you know how to breed dogs? It's not just putting two together and waiting for the $ to appear.

From this article it says Cavoodle pups were $3,300 in 2018 One of the biggest suppliers in NSW, you have to phone for a price.

If it's important to you to have a plan, a couple of calls might make you feel better. To my knowledge Pets At Peace (and possibly Pet Rest) are a franchise so their websites aren't that much help in you feeling any kind of connection with the people running them.

@Boronia that's really interesting thank you!

Not sure about a referral there. Sydney Uni Vet, you just call to make a specialist appointment. And get the office to request a copy of your dog's record from your vet so they have a history to work with.

Wow, no tests or anything? That just seems weird and pointless. I don't know if you're in Qld (your profile says you are) but I've seen Uni Of Qld Vet Hospital recommended here several times as being really good.

Yes, I own an Apoquel dog who still scratches if she gets into long wet grass. I have to wash her legs/feet. Obv pred worked. We didn't skip any options. She tried Telfast and Phenergan. Exclusion diets. Liquid Cyclosporine. Cytopoint shots. Omega supplements. Everything. Oh, and no oatmeal based shampoo. She's the only dog I've had who was a genuine battle and despite the fact I don't like the idea of forever it's what's best for her. If the Apoquel hadn't worked she'd have been off to the Uni dermatologist. Kicking myself; I should have gone straight to them in the first place but what's done is done. Anyone in the same position, I'd say straight out from experience - save money and time and itches by going straight to the specialist.

Are you planning on desexing the mother?

I'm not sure if it's got to be specifically asked for or if it's standard. It probably varies. I ask though. They seem dreamy but conscious. Like human twilight sedation I imagine. They do know you're there and respond. They can't hold their weight but can move just not struggle. By moving their legs.. are you worried about a kick at the wrong moment? No they don't make jerky movements. One boy couldn't have it because of his heart/veins (I can't remember how it was explained) and it was still peaceful. He was so tired and ready to go. My pointer was the same. We had her done at home for a few reasons, she was so tired we didn't need sedation. That was what I meant by it being a very personal choice. No dog is the same.

I have over 20 little teak boxes with brass plaques. Everyone is together the way they would be at the bridge. I agree, prepare first. Talk to your vet, unless it's an emergency (and even then in my experience) they will be able to arrange a nice quiet room for you to spend time together. Sedation is a very personal choice, most of ours have been sedated and I get time to snuggle and cry as they drift. Choose your urn or box or scatter-box. Choose what you would like on your plaque and make sure you specifically select individual cremation. Pay in advance so you can just walk straight out when you're ready. The wait for them to come back home feel like the longest time. Typing this is making me cry I'm so sorry I can't help any further.

Don't stress. He may have the most sanitary setup and vaccinations all done but there's no way that can protect babies from every virus, bacterial or parasitic nasty that you could have on your shoes or clothes or vehicle. They are such delicate little things. We've only had a limited number of litters and neonates, it's not like you have to cotton-wool them but I'd actually be very understanding and a bit pleased that the breeder is refusing visitors. Human handling on the other hand is vital in my opinion (I'm not a breeder btw so not an expert!), a lot of breeders bring their mum&bubs inside so they get used to household environments and human company. Develop an honest and working relationship with your breeder and that way you will feel comfortable calling them anytime after you take your puppy home. If there's something you want to know just ask. And listen.

I've had epileptic dogs and yes some dogs react badly when they see it especially if the fitting dog vocalises as well. Some dogs don't care of course. Keep one of them in a puppy pen or separated when you can't be around or if there's a seizure and you need to split them up. Keep a diary for your vet of the seizures recording the pre, ictal and post ictal periods. Video is great, you can keep a visual record of whether the seizures are changing or getting worse. Does sound like you might need a meds review now though.

You'll save money in the long run if you take him to a dermatologist now. And he probably won't have to be repeatedly on preds so young which is a worry Right now you're not finding answers just being given bandaid solutions in my opinion. It's frustrating and sad to watch, I understand your heartache.

Is he fully vaccinated?

Awesome!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/183018378476607

Have you shared to FB as well? Or taken little one for a microchip scan at the vet? You'll need to call your council rangers tomorrow. I don't know the VIC laws but here you have to go through the pounds if an owner doesn't step up asap.

This is true amongst rescue. (like we're all living the high life anyway ) That the dogs should be worth less or you're just money grabbing despite everyone knowing you spend triple the asking adoption fee on vet bills, premium food, meds, wormer/flea/tick - with donations covering some if you're fortunate enough to have donors . We've got permanent/palliative/special needs care dogs to think of also. We should all be aware of re-sellers. If ANKC are selling cheaper than 'market value' (sorry I don't like that term) out of some sort of misguided principle, you really need to be doing your homework and vetting buyers. Dogs do end up being on-sold for extortionate prices &/or if un-desexed; being backyard bred from to make the money back. Case in point, the pup thread.

There's a couple of meds depending on what the vet decides but one dries up mucous and one is an expectorant and loosens it up. I'd have a grizzle to the vet about it and see what they can add to help. Codeine is ok, but I've never had exceptional results on it's own.

Either rehome the pup or rehome him.

Would it stop you anyway?

How odd. We've had a few who wouldn't eat from certain bowls. Best advice I've got is: 1. A vet visit for a checkup (teeth can be a problem) 2. A couple of frisbees

Google will find you 'Registries' of pure and crossbreeders to make it look legit. Having taken some ex breeding dogs I'd say their apparent high standards aren't worth the paper they're written on. For purebred go ANKC registered. Rescue is always an option. Just make sure you do your homework. The dog should have been in foster care minimum of 2-3 weeks if otherwise healthy; to make sure the vaccine, vetwork and parasite treatments are all done and the dog has recovered, stitches removed and had a chance to be assessed. Pounds are a source, you just don't get the foster care benefits. Shelters (kennels) staff do get to know their dogs well (some are placed into care if they aren't liking the kennels) but little things like housetraining aren't always easy to assess. Rescue is here https://www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/ Pedigree are here https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/dog-breeders.asp

II'm not saying it to be a party pooper sorry but you're doing this online so be careful. There's online scams going on due to demand. Pay a holding deposit and the dog vanishes. At 3, desex her. Everyone is going to have a different experience and I respect that but as rescue I'm kind of tired of mammary tumours and pyometra.