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Not possible - but a cute story :D

They are also quite different to 'the norm' so it's best if people in the industry read up on the breed. When I was a vet nurse I saw a Chow try to bite another nurse, she came up from behind to grab his collar and he went in to defence mode. Chows should always be approached from the front, I have been told they don't have peripheral vision - I don't know how much truth there is in that but it has served me well with grooming them - so perhaps it's the truth. So long as you're clear, careful and respectful you should be able to handle one no worries (provided he is socialized). I would rather jump a fence in to a yard of Rottweilers than a yard of Chows though - very good guard dogs. They don't like sudden movement by strangers or being eyeballed. Respect and more respect and firm leadership. I have not ever seen a pup I can only imagine how *squeal* cute one would look. An old forum member Falgall,has the most adorable Chow I've ever met - very cruisy and sociable.

Meg in the Commercial For Sale section on this forum.

I'm terrified of the ocean. That poor man Thanks for the pic too GT, always good to know!!

It's not being made anymore cause they can't source the active ingredient. I just bought 3 bottles so that will keep me going for a while. Hope it's only temporary, but sounds like it could be the end for Proban It's the only thing I trust to keep the paralysis ticks off. I saw it online in tablet form is this the right stuff? Yes.

I agree. I don't believe there is anything offensive about 'stock' either. I'm more concerned about how people treat their animals than what they call them.

I agree, but I have always become friends with people I work with. I think the gift suggestions are a really nice idea. Good on you for caring

Me too!! Great shots, your dogs certainly live the good life

Holy crap, that is so unfair. Just awful, I am really sorry it's obvious how much you love your dogs I truly hope it was accidental that he got a hold of the bait - maybe this is the clincher that you need to decide between staying and going? I'm really very sorry for your loss

Find somewhere that will let you pay the bath off. I first set up my business from home around 10 years ago after having a mobile for about 4 years. Home based was the best thing I ever did.

Will call you later xoxoxo

Pet Deli are awesome

I'm truly sorry for your loss

Where are you located? We could recommend a vet for you. If you can get to Gladesville, I highly recommend Max Zuber at Gladesville Vet 98175758.

Try an old toothbrush. That's all I use.

TBH and not meaning to be rude, I would say it's more that a lot of people don't know how to handle Chows and so the dogs their heels in. I've never had a problem with them provided I make it very clear what I want from them and treat them respectfully. I was told from a breeder (but don't know how much truth is in it) that Chows have limited vision peripheral vision so make sure you always approach them from the front. I have only ever come across one very difficult (and dangerous) Chow. There's plenty of other breeds, much more popular, that I would rate more difficult. I won't dare mention them though

I hate to say it but for the most part it is the mixture of the two coats. As a groomer I rarely come across cross breeds who don't matt up quickly. Malt X Shih's are often very high maintenance coats, most people give up and keep them very short. I have had this cross before and I would brush him out, come back to him 5 minutes later and he has a knot - very difficult coats.

Totally agree!!

Don't walk him for a few days, keep him quiet.

Dogs can show symptoms many days after tick removal. Just keep an eye on him.

British Bulldog or Frenchie comes to mind. Those breeds sell for around that as adults.

I'd be getting a second opinion on the hernias. Most vets will whip them out no worries for just a few more dollars at the time of desexing. A premium quality kibble will correct the front legs. $500 is way over the top for desexing cost. Tell her not touch desex the pup at the very least, til the legs have righted themselves. Pup should have moderated exercise until then too. A horrible bloody mix of breeds if you ask me, they seem to be popping up a lot at the moment.

I don't know about Manly, but CavsRCute certainly knows others near you. Try sending her a PM.

I would say no. Well, I'm sure you could with no ill effects but human shampoos technically should not be used on dogs due to the difference in our ph levels. A dogs skin is also a lot thinner and more sensitive. Dogs shampoos however, are fine to use on humans (non medicated of course) - and not that you would really want to

How does that compare with others? I seem to recall mine costing over $1k so I should pull out the paperwork and see where I'm going wrong.