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Errr no, they were sterling examples of typical mongrel type "Staffies".

Interesting, thanks for that.My fave book as a child was Shy the Platypus!

Thanks for sharing these Do they usually live solo or in pairs?

Do you think that ad is legit? Seems a bit dodgy to me.... Not sure how they can be 'non moulting' either

Its probably redirected aggression because of the ribbons in their hair. Oh the shame :)

I agree. While I can admire any powerful animal, we have enough breeds here already for people to choose from. No need to bring in another breed who would be a lethal weapon in the wrong hands.

If they're an established business they'll be booked out weeks in advance. Most groomers have people on a permanent cycle booked in, just so that the client can be guaranteed an appointment.

whilst I do agree with you that as a general rule pugs should not be without other canine company during the day if its humans are at work, I find this notion that an application that has a retired couple or stay at home parent (for example) is somehow superior to someone who works a little misguided. Who's to say that the 'ideal' stay at home mum with older kids isnt going to stick the dog in the backyard all day because it sheds and they are house proud? Or be off all day socialising, shopping etc? There are no certainties, so each application should be looked at for its merit not dismissed because someone is an 'evil full time worker' or immediately put to the top of the pile just because someone is a stay at home mum or retired couple(for example). Nobody is saying full time workers don't offer good homes. It's more that they've decided on the ideal home for their breed, and then withing these ideals, they choose the right home. I'm sure they get applicants who don't work who aren't ideal candidates.

It's a massive generalization to assume that people who don't work, don't have an income or can't afford medical care over people who are employed. I think any rescuer would be mad not to choose someone who is home a lot over someone who works full time, provided all other boxes are ticked (with any breed). That being said, I agree that each individual case is worth being looked at. I work from home and am home most of the time, but if the weather is nice the Pug gets booted outside during the day. He has other dogs to hang out with but he loves tooling around on his own and certainly doesn't snooze the day away! I guess if people don't like the way a rescue runs then they should do it themselves. There is nothing unethical about their decision, plenty of other rescues needing homes! Like RuralPug said, she can afford to be extra choosy as the breed is still in high demand - so if they can find these awesome homes then why not!

Maremmas are big barkers and there is no way they'd chase a ball. I second the suggestion that they contact Andrea - they really need a specific type of home! Is there anyway you could really get across how important it is that this dog not be passed on to just anyone?

Channel ten news just said they were Staffordshire terriers. My ears started steaming so I missed what they actually said. Was the owner fined?

Not sure if its been mentioned but my dogs always drop weight on the BARF patties. They're sold through Pet Barn. To mess or fuss, the dogs love them. They have roo ones or combo packs. Everything he needs is in there but keep up with the bones (chook necks etc).

Good on you Damian, very kind offer! Hope Bazza is okay. I love the names you chose!

He has developed quite the reputation!

Why does that make me think of Stan? :laugh:

Chaining 24/7 is no life I chain dogs when necessary but only short term or longer periods with an end goal in mind - ie training Maremma etc. The property down the road has a dear little dog (JRT) in a tiny run 24/7. She never, ever, ever gets out. I see the kids playing ball right in front of her run, inside a fenced off garden - yet the dog remains in her run. They've been reported by other neighbours and visited by the RSPCA but they aren't breaking any laws. Apparently their last dog was chained 24/7 so they decided a run would be less offensive for the locals with this dog *roll eyes*

Awww, that was beautiful! I really think the need to touch is a bull breed thing. My Bulldog used to lie on top of my Rotti and my Staffords have always had to lie on top of, or at least be touching. Very sweet

I might give it a go - I don't mind about the price. I was just trying to use an Australian made product :) The Applaws dry is made in Australia though the cans are imported. It doesn't matter where it is made as long as it suits your dog. The dog is the priority. :) What a sad attitude Im pretty sure Rosetta is aware that her dog is her priority, but kudos to her for trying to find a food which supports our country and suits her dog.

Pugs are notorious for weeing inside! I have a 2yr old who marks inside. I have friends with Pugs who mark inside too. I've taken mine back to basics so many times and now just juggle a belly band, a crate and a watchful eye! I'm ecstatic if we get through one week without a sneaky pee inside somewhere. He is a master of sleuth pees and has completely trained me to throw him on the couch each evening as at least I know where he is then and he doesn't pee on the couch!

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I'm pretty sure you have to be 18 to hold a dogs leash. There is no way I'd let my daughter hold our SBT, if she took off she is strong enough to drag a child. I do though, let her hold the leash of the pug if there are no other dogs in sight.

I care and provide for them all equally but definitely feel stronger love for some over others.

Thanks Rappie, that makes sense. I also wondered if the antibiotics could suppress the immune system a bit and allow the mites to increase. I'm no vet, but I would say that you are correct. Not necessarily allowing the mites to spread but definitely muck her system up enough for the a/b's not to have a positive effect. Gladesville Vet is an extremely good clinic, not sure if that area suits you. Alvin had to have oral ivermec and then follow up treatment with Advocate. He had to be slowly weaned on to the ivermec to make sure there was no reaction as he was on Comfortis at the same time.

How sad for you all. She sounds like my kind of dog.

Renbury are very breed savvy and do their best to ensure *any* dog doesn't end up in the wrong hands.