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I urge everyone to read the entire taskforce submission (here) . This won't stop with breeders, it affects ALL pet owners. Tell me there isn't enough laws already, that aren't being enforced. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/poctaa1979360/ Companion Animals Act http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/caa1998174/ Code of Practice for Breeding and Rearing Establishments http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/299803/Breeding-dogs-and-cats-code-of-practice.pdf Companion Animals Regulation http://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/maintop/view/inforce/subordleg+374+2008+cd+0+N The failed NSW Bill proposing banning of mammals in pet stores and other retail methods (which is basically the only thing missing from all the existing laws) was vehemently opposed by industry lobbyists and officially disputed by the Australian Veterinary Association. http://www.ccac.net.au/nsw-bill-ban-sale-mammals-pet-shops

Rest in peace little Gracie. Andrea you gave her a name and a chance. She was a very very lucky girl. I'm so sorry you lost her.

10+ is a common age. Expense, lifestyle change, new dog, new child out with the old. But some are genuine and extremely sad stories of people who love their dog.

that is a seriously disturbing post #1. And could have been so much worse.

Weren't there afghan x pharaoh in rescue a couple of years ago?

If anyone should take the little dog on, as long as it's a kind and loving home there is every chance the dog would adapt. I've rescued/adopted dogs as old as 15, they've had a terrible life but I can assure you that they've all responded to love and kindness and thrived on it1 Oh yes they adapt alright! :laugh: Doesn't take long for a smart old critter to work out when they're on to a good thing. The one huge fail with private rehoming is people don't always have the experience or the care factor to ensure a good outcome for the dog. I had a pup here, he was on his 3rd home by 8 wks old. All via FB buy/swap/sell. I had one 7yr old from a woman who regularly finds excuses to give her dogs away and get new ones. Not once has she kept a dog till it's last breath. 12 months after getting rid of 3 she had fresh ones.

Thanks for pointing this out Sheridan. It's a large forum now and things do get lost. I'll check more regularly in case my aged and palliative experience is of some help*. Being alone with just google and sooo many questions will do your head in. Pity there aren't more of the older rescuers posting anymore. Having a rescue's access to medical and colleague backup is vastly different to going it alone. I wouldn't and couldn't do one more dog otherwise. * no substitute for veterinary care

I'm so sorry Andrea Hang in there little Gracie. Puppy hugs to you. xx

Oh I love the converted fireplace(?) thingy. Ours are covered up due to space but one of them has a dog bed right in front of it and could be turned into a gorgeous cubby (without the crate door which kind of ruins the look for me :laugh: )

I was looking for photos......... news video Images appear to be after the first visit. Actually looks better than I expected considering the controversy, for a place that would have no budget to speak of Just a very rural setup, there's concrete runs and dirt floor pens (not that it looks like you'd ever get lush green grass anyway). Nobody has pointed out who the lifetime residents are so it's impossible to tell who is just passing through before adoption.

Ferrety eyes and nose, god knows what they've done to it the poor thing. I think 'Brazilian Rat' is more colloquial. And this story sounds almost identical to the Mexican Rat story. Must have been a slow news day in Argentina or a planted story to put people off buying from the animal peddlers in illegal markets.

Will PM you anne when I'm on a proper computer. Xx eta: Your PM's are switched off. Hope you're OK. [email protected] when you're ready.

I thought concrete with proper drainage running away from the runs was the standard way to control disease in shelters and capture the runoff from cleaning. Yes/no?

I see. Big surprise there then.

Is it true they are back at BP and without the temp tests? Sorry, all of this happens on FB and I have it blocked.

3 of the 4 found are, or will be, fine. One is still fighting hard. 2 little girls still missing. Thanks for the update Rebanne. Best wishes for the two lost and the little battler in hospital. The poor owners must be in shock.

I'm lazy so haven't read the whole thread but does anyone have the patterns for med-large dog pyjamas? The one-piece fleecy that covers the back legs as well.

Is there anywhere on DOL that describes all the various scenarios of dog scams just in case?

I heard about this yesterday when they had only found one and she was at the vet So glad to know they're finding them gradually, and that they survived the accident.

I don't know what it is but I absolutely despise them. Little old pensioner's money stolen because they thought they were getting a yorkie puppy makes me sick. Disgusting excuses for human beings. That said, hell yes, stuff them around, waste their time. The scambaiter guys come up with some hilarious stuff.

That's awesome. Love the poor reporter getting his leg squished. :laugh:

omg how very dare you.

Or just google "Jerry Scott Scammer" :) Appears to be a very busy little scumbag.

SCAM! The puppies are not in adelaide or griffith, they do not exist. Tell him to piss off and get a job.

What's wrong with expecting breeders to be involved or support the rescuing of their breed either by themselves or by fully supporting the branch of their club who manages it. Many breed specific are underwritten by a club. Then you've got breeders who do it on their own because they love their breed and want to make sure they are safe. Sorry but you put a breed out there, you have a responsibility. Nothing wrong with expecting them to take their own dogs back either.