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Are we talking Stomatitis? Very very painful and unless you put them on prednisolone forever (v bad), the best treatment is complete removal. The relief for the animal is incredible. And they do fine, gums harden up very well. Lots of dogs have no teefies for different reasons, it's no dramas for them. Some do end up with their tongue sticking out a bit, that's about all.

Sorry @giraffezI can't work out how to quote properly It's a stronger smell than average dog so I don't know if we're talking about the same smell, and you get it on your hands with the oil from their skin. Best is a quick trip to the vet. I'm only going to confuse the matter.

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No help with the toys but there's a bitterant spray in the bunny section of pet supply stores. I don't find it smelly. Wish I'd discovered it when I had pups here!

It's very humid this year. Is he getting a 'doggy smell' in between baths? Yeast can be patchy or scabby or cause scurf; it's almost always oily and thrives in this weather. Have a sniff in his ears as well. Yeast loves it there. It's a distinctive smell. Maybe get a skin test just to be sure ?

I wouldn't but definitely check with the breeder first re their quarantine protocol.

Congrats! Puppy photos please! Grain free was a bit of a fad IMHO, that said, you have to feed what your dog does well on and some are put on grain free by dermatologists. I believe grain free foods sprang from the fact that a lot of companies were using them as filler. There's plenty of better balanced food around now that include grain. I like Royal Canin Mini Puppy for babies up to 6 months (I order everything from Budget Pet Products where you can read ingredients etc without standing in the pet supply store for hours lol) Just don't limit yourself to dry. Raw and sardines etc sound perfect. If the breeder will supply you with some Eukanuba you can wean onto whatever you choose. If it's a diarrhoea disaster then you may have weaned too fast/soon.

Don is so cute!

Removal of the glaucoma eye is the most effective solution obviously but at his age it would mean a serious discussion with your vet re risks and benefits. If you've got trouble with Metacam/Meloxicam for pain, ask about Previcox. More expensive but easier on the tummy. I've only ever opted for removal so have no experience with controlling the condition long term. Removal is virtually instant relief. I imagine the pain from surgery is much less than the glaucoma because dogs come out of the vet so much happier and recover so well. Dry eye: I've recently had a senior dog go from standard Cyclosporin (Optimmune) to Tacrolimus twice daily and the difference is amazing. Again, more expensive (I get it compounded) but no more backup Chlorsig, squinty or gummy eyes. Just some lubricant in between. Oldies manage fine with blind and even no eyes. Unless it's a sudden like from diabetes, they've had a while to get used to losing their sight and do quite well using their nose. He's not a candidate for cataract removal though with an unhealthy eye. Good on you for taking on a palliative soul and giving him a new life.

I'm so sorry Libby I haven't had any experience with that particular condition but I find writing your story helps and is of immense benefit to googlers who are searching for advice about their own dog. xxxx

Silly question but are they symmetrical? Have you made sure they aren't nipples? They darken with age but just look like dots particularly if the dog is young. There's also spots from sunbaking on their back. And age spots that are normal. Don't use the sulphur mix on a tiny yorkie tummy! That's an old treatment (and can cause allergic reactions) for animals with scabby bacterial/fungal patches. You should be really going to the vet anyway and getting a diagnosis. Experimenting with stuff off the internet is a recipe for trouble. If there's no flaking, raised bumps or itchiness or redness it'll be a very quick visit.

We just had to say goodbye to our dear old persian tonight at 18, she was tired and ready to go. Rest in Peace Google Thank you for the poem Sandgrubber.

Full of threats. Not brave enough to name themselves though.

Not really. What flea treatment are you using? Some cover mites, but if it's a flare-up of demodex (not uncommon in puppies if we're talking about a pup) you may need something stronger. I can't really tell by the photos but are we looking at a blue dog?

I'm sorry (knowing the dog vs human aggression stuff) but I'd say he's a risk to anyone that got between him and a dog he was intent on attacking. Sad that his story ends this way though.

Sounds like he's getting good pain relief.

What pain relief is he on? Metacam? Usually they give pain relief but not too much that the dog thinks it's ok to use that leg. Have they put an adhesive pain killer under the bandage?

Orange man looks like someone took a sh!t in his cornflakes

Because I'm a stickybeak and loathe scammers with a passion, I've found a few puppy scam sites that don't look all that legit either but the big red flag is that the photo on their home page is actually a 2016 pic from someone called TKs Rottweilers in Serbia. https://www.facebook.com/tksrottweilers/photos/a.1573338339636530/1587057771597920 https://petscams.com/puppy-scammer-list/oceanicgermanrottweilers-com/ I could do more fishing but it's honestly not worth it. The site will be full of stolen photos and text. Just find a reputable Australian breeder who is more interested in finding the right/appropriate home for their pups rather than the first person to pony up the money.

Lots of Aussie ones to choose from. https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/breeders/rottweiler.asp

I understand it is the hardest decision to make. But it sounds like her time has come. Sending all my love to you both.

I use it for the smell. Love it - the spot-ons I mean. I find if you use the mousse as well, the combo is nice for the skin.

Charming. What do you expect from an open forum? Free vet advice? I suggest you're the one who needs to get over themselves if you can't clarify yourself without all caps and insults.

I'm was concerned they were being done at home with a microscope.

Who is doing the testing?