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Yes I was thinking it looks like keratin, like the furry look of a warty thing or like when paw pads have hyperkeratosis (spelling?).

I don't know the answer very interested to know what others think/feel about it. Maybe it would depend on if they were just topping up to help with overall costs ... or completely taking advantage?Like using the rescue's resources to allow them to afford their own dogs? Jumpers. I really enjoy giving the fosters first wear of new ones, like a special treat. They last so long though so yes they go through the wash, and are then used by everyone until they wear out. There's always pristine beautifully hand made ones set aside that go out in adoption packs. (Plus the harness, collar, lead, brush etc from my own pocket.) Food. Costs me a fortune. If somebody donated barf or chicken breast it would really help. LOL

That's a really good question, never thought of that before. I've seen pop-up rescues, seemingly very inexperienced, get into trouble very fast. You have to work within your means. That being said, you can toddle along quite nicely with even the best management and some cash behind you but one massive unforeseen bill and you're done for. Rescue is unpredictable that way. IMHO if there's a constant & desperate begging for help, they should be encouraged or assisted to get their fundraising approval so they can put out donation tins, do bbq's, approach businesses, sell merchandise. Pro active stuff. The term enabling makes me think of hoarding though. Without naming names, is that what you're seeing?

I own little dogs and have seen some really poor behaviour on both sides. It's humans in the end.

RSPCA had $2500 Frenchies and people were queued out the door. I expect the rescue has considered how much you'd pay for a breeder's dog + fully vetworked + whatever outstanding bills they may have. No idea if it's a fair price but I've seen $1800 for a pretty pup on petrescue. I hope it goes back into a registered org so it can help other dogs. I'd query if it was just a lone ranger selling pup after pup. Or someone not desexing early so they could get a litter of desirables.

If a dog is going to bite, you get plenty of warning signals beforehand if you're paying attention. Expecting a dog to bite eventually, is a bad sign. A sign that you aren't experienced enough and do not have the right home. I don't know where you're getting your dogs from but what you're doing to them is wrong.

This breeder may know. Looks like they have a new pug from her https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/member.asp?name=PENSGEMS

A couple of cat trees and some catproofing of the yard would solve both concerns.

I'd be more worried that it's ok for a council to not contact the microchipped owner. When you get a dog out of the pound you expect that everything has been done to find the owner and that it's fine to rehome. This council doesn't even have a website for people to see their dogs on. They go straight onto a rescue specific FB group and get dibs on them there.

It's crossbreeding with a cute name. The mdba policies (on the website) state that dogs must be bred to be predictable in all the relevant aspects and I can't see how 1st gen crosses are going to fit that remit. They also have a whole section on breeding british bulldog to be healthier so if it was about making frenchies less wonky surely that could be done by breeding within existing lines for the preferred traits. Surely their purebred breeder members wouldn't be happy to have 'shortybulls' going out with mdba papers?

Are you a bit scared of GA or has your boy got a health problem?

Can you please clarify that? I mean exactly what specific risks there are. Assuming risks are a negative. Because by using the word risk when it comes to rescue dogs you're (hopefully inadvertently?) setting up inferior vs superior.

I prefer sedation first. Not everyone does and that's ok too it's just my preference. I get a little time to say a calm goodbye and they seem calmer too (obviously, but I've had dogs who get distressed at the vet). At home is a nice option to have, I've only had one dog euthanised at home and she was so ready it was very peaceful. Music, flowers, candles, the sunshine on her through the window. She was very tired and required no sedation. And we got to cry at home.

We happily spend on our dogs, many of whom need more than the basics. Plus we have retired dogs who stay in permanent care so yes, our adoption fees are higher than $350 and that's OK imho. If we get the occasional 'easy' one who hasn't cost equal to or over the adoption fee then that's just sheer luck. You can't rely %100 on donations coming in at the exact same time a vet bill arrives so having a dog who pays for themselves or god forbid maybe a bit extra then we can plough that back into the rescue. It's not like it goes into our pockets, it just means that e.g. we can take a dog who needs desex, vacc, dental, h/w test, full blood panel, meds, chest xray and mammary surgery and pay the bill on time.

This chart has been around for years Antihistamine Dose Chart.pdf download from animalclinic.com.au I'd also start only on the antihistamine before adding the EPO, just so you know if Claratyne alone works. (or try EPO first on it's own) Remember everything, even natural remedies can have side effects. So always check with your vet first. And never start a new treatment at 6pm on a Sunday!

Couldn't get anyone to eat the Ivory Coat and the one dog that did got the runs. It was the chicken variety and went through her like a rocket. I find MfM fish palatable, a good size and works for everyone. I don't use much dry at all though, mostly snacks.

Lola

Congratulations Lyn!

Desex him and keep the gate locked.

We're all very excited!

Rumoured. And yes it's been done.

Rescue must be big business in the US.

What we could do with all that money! Off to auction to pay $10k and call it rescuing from a puppy farm?! That's donor's money. Not play money.

Very hard to tell and I don't let any lumps or bumps go unchecked even though on middle-aged to older dogs it's quite common to get harmless ones. A quick trip to the vet and you'll have your answer.