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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: vet visit
« on: August 06, 2009, 06:22:09 am »
That's a pretty good size for his age- now pics please!
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Introduce Yourself to the Forum / Re: Hi Everyone!
« on: August 06, 2009, 06:19:27 am »
He is a handsome fella and will look great with some weight on
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Introduce Yourself to the Forum / Re: Hi Everyone!
« on: August 05, 2009, 08:59:41 am »
Thanks to you for saving one of our big guys!! Sounds like he is going to now get the home he deserves!
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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: Rant: little dogs who behave badly (anyone else?)
« on: August 04, 2009, 06:28:24 pm »
Unfortunately if the little dog gets hurt then they blame you for your dog biting back or knocking him down or whatever
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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: Mourning Bo
« on: August 03, 2009, 06:45:47 am »
Very sorry for your loss- may he rest in peace
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Breeding Questions & Information / Re: limited registration
« on: July 26, 2009, 12:56:33 pm »
On limited registration you also cannot show in AKC sanctioned conformation shows either. You can do agility, water sports, obedience but no conformation. He is a registered dog but with limited if you should happen to breed him in the future you will not be able to get AKC registration on the pups.
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Newfoundland Discussions / Re: dog agression.....
« on: July 24, 2009, 07:17:40 am »
Yes you definitely need to be more firm and consistent Since he continues to have stare downs and attacks then obviously your NO doesn't really mean NO to him. Aussies are possessive and nippy as a breed anyways but certainly are manageable. Before I had Pyrenees I had several aussies and love the breed. Currently I have 10 Pyrs and although all together I have no fights- not even at meal or treat times. But in my house NO absolutely positively means NO I have been known to dump an entire bucket of water on their head in order to get the point across before VBG! Also if just plain water in the spray bottle doesn't seem to make an impression add a little vinegar or lemon juice. Keep working at it and good luck! Oh and the puppy is oblivious to Cosby's warnings cause he hasn't learned his doggy manners- it really won't hurt him to be reprimanded by Cosby Dogs often work things out better than we do!
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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: VERY naughty malamute!!
« on: July 23, 2009, 08:15:28 pm »
First off he needs some way to burn off that energy- your definition of enough exercise and the puppy's definition are not in sync here! Remember a TIRED puppy is a GOOD puppy. Secondly I am impressed by the manners he already has! At six months and with a reliable, come, down and sit! That's pretty impressive for a baby. As for stealing sox - it is a game- if you don't want him to steal them put them away- he is a puppy and just having fun. Stealing your food- it is also your responsibility to keep food out of his reach- stealing food is a natural behavior among canines- Part of his training at such a young age is to 'puppy proof' your house and that includes things like sox shoes food left out etc. Now for play biting that should not be tolerated and a spray bottle when he does it is a great deterrant - remember though to praise when he doesn't bite as well. "Telling a dog off" means nothing to a canine- other than periodically for unknown reasons his owner goes off the deep end and rants and raves. Good for him having a sense of humor about your verbal tirades!
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Newfoundland Discussions / Re: dog agression.....
« on: July 23, 2009, 08:03:58 pm »
First of all it is OK for the adult to discipline a rude puppy- that is how they learn their doggy manners. Whenever I have a litter they start spending time with different adults specifically for this training from the time they are about 7 weeks old. They get rolled, pinned, snapped at and generally terrorized (at least in their minds) when they get out of line- and quickly learn to be more polite around other dogs. My adults have had some training from me to not be too rough with the babies and no-one ever gets hurt. But there are a lot of hurt puppy feelings in the process- they will survive!
Your aussie is also not having good manners and is establishing his dominance as well. First off I would get a spray bottle and the dogs would be taught OFF and NO immediately. The aussie should be reprimanded for his stare downs first- you missed the boat if he springs- dogs give plenty of warning before they pounce and that is where you need to correct at the warning not after the altercation! You also need to lavishly praise when he is gentle with the puppy or does not attack whereas he used to. The puppy needs to have lots of distractions as well so he is not always bugging the aussie. It can certainly work out but you need to set the ground rules.
Your aussie is also not having good manners and is establishing his dominance as well. First off I would get a spray bottle and the dogs would be taught OFF and NO immediately. The aussie should be reprimanded for his stare downs first- you missed the boat if he springs- dogs give plenty of warning before they pounce and that is where you need to correct at the warning not after the altercation! You also need to lavishly praise when he is gentle with the puppy or does not attack whereas he used to. The puppy needs to have lots of distractions as well so he is not always bugging the aussie. It can certainly work out but you need to set the ground rules.
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Medical Conditions & Diseases / Re: Excessive shedding and other things :(
« on: July 22, 2009, 07:45:17 pm »
Poor baby- let us know what the vet says
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Akita Discussions / Re: Just been given a 2 year old Akita but she will not stop climbing
« on: July 20, 2009, 07:10:05 am »
You need to take a picture! One thing to try is to set a cookie tin on the edge- when she starts to climb it will fall and make a God-awful racket scares the bejesus out of some dogs
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Newfoundland Pictures / Re: he looks better wet ;)
« on: July 20, 2009, 07:07:44 am »
Pretty boy!!
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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: Have any of you had your dogs hips replaced?
« on: July 17, 2009, 09:24:04 am »
I use Arthrisoothe Gold which I get from KV Vet It is the horse version and contains all the good stuff like msm etc. Very concentrated a tablespoon a day contains full dose and it only costs about $70 for the year Dogs love the taste too
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Newfoundland Discussions / Re: SOOOOOOOOOO many questions!!!
« on: July 17, 2009, 05:57:35 am »
Yep this is a Landseer which is a Newf! Beautiful pup BTW and in spite of your ammoyance with the breeder is in beautiful condition too!
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General Board for Big Dogs with Big Paws / Re: Flies
« on: July 16, 2009, 08:00:44 pm »
Try just plain ol vaseline- slather it all round her nose and bridge of nose as well I also would spray their head with skin so soft- another insect repellant that is natural