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Yes I guess some could be described as 'a lot of dog'. :-D

So many terriers on the list

Yes that's kind of 'how long is a piece of string?'. No real answer. The breeder is now the owner again and they can charge what they like, there's no rules in place. I think it's great they took one of their mature dogs back though, that's good backup to have.

Yes it's a prosecutable offence under the POCTAA to abandon animals but you have to catch someone at it.

Clean Run ship to Aus, sometimes they would have free/cheap overseas shipping special. edit; actually looking at their stock, they haven't got what you are looking for.

I love Pods4Pets Machine washable, easy dry cover that doesn't show dirt, and all the separate parts (cushion, inner liner, cover) can be purchased on their own if something gets worn out or if you want a change of cover. Not wipeable, you'd have to brush the hair off. But they are so comfy, favourites in my house!

They may have been dumped at the pound but not necessarily by their owner, that would technically be a surrender and they would go straight into the pets for adoption section.

@mita there's 3 tib crosses in Liverpool Pound.

I've always wondered, if an animal eats an animal with rabies, do they catch it?

Kibble swells up in the stomach with some water, I don't like using it near bedtime because it can make them pee in the night but it definitely bulks up in their tummy and is quite filling. Sorry if you already use it. I was just thinking bedtime snack. We don't get through much dry here. A bag lasts forever lol.

I think when you're an apex predator you can eat whatever and whoever you like.

Thanks T you are too kind.

Yes that's really bad. If it was a member group they can be reported but there is pretty much no regulation in rescue so even if they lost membership you can't stop people from doing that kind of crap. Makes everyone look shonky but it's very real and if I was an adopter I'd be bloody careful who I went to for a dog.

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I'm not a vet. But I've had experience with a hydrocephalus pup with the behavioural/neurological symptoms it presents. I can only suggest you do some reading and quiz your vet.

Oh no not Trouble

Same. Very likely it applies to the pounds they run as well.

https://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/news/rspca-says-no-to-accepting-more-animals-/3347717/ RSPCA centres across Queensland have received an email ordering them to accept no more cats and dogs until further notice. The email was sent by CEO Mark Townend and confirmed by an RPSCA spokesperson this afternoon. The spokesman told The Observer that regional centres were full, Wacol had a two month waiting period and there were 1440 animals in RSPCA centres across the state. He said the direction was an opportunity for carers to spend more time with the animals currently in care, that needed more help. The direction comes after a statewide Adopt-a-pet push by all RSPCA animal shelters, which sold dogs and cats for just $29 last weekend. The Observer understands Gladstone vets have not been paid by the RSPCA's head office for their services since last November.

Consumer Law here in NSW (google your state) means you offer a refund or replacement. That's all. He doesn't get 'repair costs' meaning dogs are the same as if he bought any other property from you. He can threaten small claims court but don't be bullied. I'd also try to make sure your communications aren't always verbal. Either email, sms or voicemail as he may cross over from demanding to harassing and it's good to have proof if you need it. Keep records of your phone conversations. Your chances of getting the puppy back by legal means are virtually nil so the best you can hope for is that he accepts the refund and returns the pup.

Try the breeder. Or YP Puppy Rescue? Good rep from what I understand. Can't guarantee they take surrenders though. Some can't as they have their hands full with pound dogs.

From other thread; Purebred Cav.

Rehoming Your Pet As above, if your dog is a purebred we may be able to point you in the right direction. If you need rescue for the dog, there is the rescue section but all advertised dogs must be desexed.

Years ago this thread would have gotten people banned. I'm glad judging and deformities can finally be discussed. I agree it's not about designer dogs. But feel the need to point out that breeders are selling their rejected purebreds to byb. Dogs so ridiculously wonky they shouldn't be bred or crossbred from at all let alone by people with NFI. Deformities and health problems are kept in circulation and passed on down the generations outside the registered orgs. It's up to the ANKC to pull things back into line for the sake of all dogs not just their 'own'.

Two of baby anything is hard work

They sent an email out to everyone who had been working with them. Between the lines, it was don't call us, we'll call you. They are currently gearing up to become a mega-pound http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-08-27/sydney-council-reveals-plans-for-animal-rehousing-facility/8846510