Becky in Oz

Little Tails, great name by the way, I love the piccies and the video of Marnie. Not only is she just a beaut looking pup, she is also one clever, clever girl.

Thes peis are taking DOL over and so they should.

Enjoy your many years ahead together.

You're mum is one cool mum!

Peibe and Sue- well done!

Hi Rish

I guess the main lesson to take away from all this is that YOU are your dog's best advocate. Not your vet, not anyone else here. Some of the things you've posted inadvertently go against the main aims and goals of this forum. It's okay. You're still learning...and that's a good thing! Please stick around, because there are a lot of friendly, knowledgable people here who are more than happy to help you with your dogs.

In order to be the best possible advocate for your dogs, you need to make sure you know as much as you can about them. If one of them is limping, then get down on the floor and find out why If the dog wriggles around, and scratches - well, clip its claws and teach it gently to behave when being handled by you Remember - they don't automatically know what we expect of them. You are your dogs' educator, as well as their carer. How will your dog know what you expect if you don't teach it?

Go online. Come to forums like this and ask for advice on specific training issues...one at a time. Keep your posts simple, and state up-front a clear outcome. That way, people can be specific with their advice. Read as much as you can. Learn about what makes your dogs tick and why. That way, you will be better armed when your vet asks you about treatment options. You might even end up saving yourself some money, because you'll have more of an idea what's wrong when problems arise, and what treatments are available.

Probably also best to remember that what you post in a public forum stays public Everyone has days when they need to vent or blow off steam. But be careful what you say, because it can always be misinterpreted, especially if your posts are not clear. Take your time when posting - and people here will take their time to answer

Nice, kind and patient post Faolmor . I couldn't have said it better.

;) Yes, this post and S&S were the most accomodating. Likewise Stormie. Well done to those trying to help a frustrated owner understand her dog family better, and the actions of her vet.

SO sorry, tears for you, oh and gorgeous dog

Parvo is just terrible. RIP little babies.

RIP Grandma. What a lovely girl you are.

So very sorry, Griff, to hear about Sinna.

The heart and soul friends we love from beginning to end and to far beyond.

So sorry, may she run free and still always be with you.

RIP Sinna.

Very sorry to hear you had to make the selfless decision that none of us ever want to make but we all know we have to. My sincerest condolences to you at this very sad time.

He looks like he was very happy with you and your family. Great happy piccie. RIP Scooby. Hugs to you!

Oh how terrible! Poor Ripley and you. My condolences. Run free Ripley.

Yeah okay maybe. I don't know.

I do know she was fairly well into her pregancy when I purchased from her, so maybe she started to sell off when she realised she was pregnant and ultimately closing down shop.

I am grateful, though, as I now have a crate for my boys and some wonderful shampoo and other bits and pieces for them.

Hopefully when things settle for her she will post as a regular.

But she is not promoting herself or her business. She is selling off her left over stock, and her business is closing/closed.

I have purchased from Becky before.

She has closed her shop.

Duke was a spunky dog. I hope he passed pain free. RIP Duke.

So sorry for your loss and tell dad, too.

Cute! Had me lol.

It sounds like a beautiful resting spot. RIP Tessy Two Shoes.

RIP beautiful boy. You were loved, by SR.

Looks beautiful.

I'd puursue it. Fancy being pet friendly then leavcing rat bait out. Serious negligence and forgetting it was there is not an option. They are at fault and should pay the vet bills in the very least.

RIP Bunny. So sorry, Wendy/

It sounds like you have to make the hard decision and it has to be what is best for the dog.

Yes it will break your heart and the kids, but that is because you love her and she you. You gave her life, love and hope when she had none.

Thank you for that. I wish I could say and do more. Big hugs to you, your family and your special girl.

RIP Sophie.

Sorry for the loss of your soul dog, CnR

What a very unfortunate and traumatic end to a very beautiful dog and dear friend. So sorry Lab, my condolences to you.

RIP Brodie.

How sad, Powerlegs you beautiful girl. May you rest in peace.

So sorry for your loss.

So sad, rip Kai.

Excellent stuff, Becky! Thanks for cleaning up the crate, and the tray looks fine.

And thanks for the toy shoe and doggie perfume!

PMed you Becky