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Forum: Current Dog Affairs

Today, 12:32 PM

Replies: 2

Oklahoma Tornado, woman and her little dog

Posted By blackshep

Oklahoma Tornado, woman and her little dog

Okla. tornado survivor finds dog buried alive under rubble - CBS News Video (http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50147264n)

Hard to find much hope amongst such devastation. This woman had her...

Forum: General Puppy Stuff

05-17-2013, 02:31 PM

Replies: 27

Does everybody else obsess about their pets as much as I do?

Views: 478

Posted By blackshep

OMG you sound like me. I'm sure you're a great...

OMG you sound like me. I'm sure you're a great mom! You just care about your pup, that's all.

I'm terrible with worrying so much. My dog isn't helping me though, because she's not got a great...

Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures!

05-17-2013, 11:50 AM

Replies: 23

Rare Picture

Views: 705

Posted By blackshep

That's a nice family you've got there! ;) ...

That's a nice family you've got there! ;)

Great pic, beautiful dogs!

Forum: Aggression (the good, the bad & the ugly)

05-16-2013, 08:23 PM

Replies: 35

Is My Vet Overreacting?

Views: 1,592

Posted By blackshep

Boy that's tough. I think your vet should be able...

Boy that's tough. I think your vet should be able to perform their job safely and not everything they are telling you is wrong (should be muzzled etc, which it sounds like you're doing anyway),...

Forum: Health Issues

05-16-2013, 08:15 PM

Replies: 11

Waiting on giardiasis results

Views: 198

Posted By blackshep

There's a vaccine, but it's not very useful,...

There's a vaccine, but it's not very useful, there are different strains or something to that effect.

Most dogs are carry the parasite, but their immune systems are able to manage it. Younger dogs...

Forum: General Behavior

05-16-2013, 03:03 PM

Replies: 23

When will he get it???? (growling at daycare?)

Views: 475

Posted By blackshep

He sounds like he's really fearful for whatever...

He sounds like he's really fearful for whatever reason.

Forum: Introductions & Welcome Mat

05-16-2013, 01:28 PM

Replies: 8

Hello

Views: 175

Posted By blackshep

Your dogs are lovely! Too funny about the...

Your dogs are lovely! Too funny about the translation mix up! :D

I **love** Germany!! I have warmbloods, so Germany was heaven on earth from me, going to see the stallion licensing and auction in...

Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures!

05-16-2013, 12:57 PM

Replies: 7

What did you say???

Views: 248

Posted By blackshep

Ha ha! Very cute! I love when they do that. ...

Ha ha! Very cute!

I love when they do that.

My dog walker recently sent me an email and exclaimed that she loves talking to my dog because it seems like she's really listening and understanding...

Forum: Finding the Right Puppy

05-16-2013, 12:20 PM

Replies: 17

Going to shows to meet dogs.. A good idea?

Views: 453

Posted By blackshep

I don't think it's a problem, just watch to make...

I don't think it's a problem, just watch to make sure they aren't just about to head in, or are coming out of the ring. You can always ask them if/when there's a good time to chat and meet their...

Forum: Basic Care

05-16-2013, 12:02 PM

Replies: 15

Bathing

Views: 281

Posted By blackshep

How Often Should You Bathe Your Pet?...

How Often Should You Bathe Your Pet? (http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2009/07/14/allergies-and-skin-problems-what-can-you-do-to-help-your-itchy-pet.aspx)

Forum: Health Issues

05-16-2013, 11:06 AM

Replies: 8

Weight Plateau

Views: 150

Posted By blackshep

My friends brag about their 100lb GSD, but he's a...

My friends brag about their 100lb GSD, but he's a bit chunky! He's a big dog for sure, but he should be 90-95 lbs IMO.

You can't go by other people's dogs. 81 lbs is a big GSD! Not sure what lines...

Forum: Diet & Nutrition

05-16-2013, 09:38 AM

Replies: 21

added cocounut oil & psylum husk - some ?'s

Views: 377

Posted By blackshep

That could do it, the bites. Not fleas or...

That could do it, the bites. Not fleas or anything?

Anyway, I'd give the CO a try. I am really glad I started using it, my pup's coat is really shiny! :)

Forum: Equipment (how to use/where to find)

05-16-2013, 09:31 AM

Replies: 21

Dog Backpacks.

Views: 496

Posted By blackshep

I have a backpack, not sure of the brand though. ...

I have a backpack, not sure of the brand though.

What age do you start adding some weight and how much do you start off with and build up to?

PS. Mrs. P, your dog looks super sweet and...

Forum: B.A.R.F./Raw Feeding

05-16-2013, 09:29 AM

Replies: 11

She eats her feces after eating raw meat

Views: 190

Posted By blackshep

My pup eats anything she can get into her mouth....

My pup eats anything she can get into her mouth. I think some are just like that and it's almost impossible to break that habit. There is stuff you can feed them that is a deterrent.

Easiest way...

Forum: Diet & Nutrition

05-16-2013, 09:13 AM

Replies: 21

added cocounut oil & psylum husk - some ?'s

Views: 377

Posted By blackshep

Neko, just start small amounts and build it up....

Neko, just start small amounts and build it up. It's worth a try, it won't hurt.

My pup has a sensitive tummy and had no issues with coconut oil. Make sure you get organic, cold pressed.

Could...

Forum: Diet & Nutrition

05-16-2013, 08:25 AM

Replies: 21

added cocounut oil & psylum husk - some ?'s

Views: 377

Posted By blackshep

Good question, I'm not sure. I guess you could...

Good question, I'm not sure. I guess you could always cut back their food a wee bit to compensate.

Here's some benefits:

Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs | Petside...

Forum: General Information

05-16-2013, 08:16 AM

Replies: 47

Does the shedding ever stop!!!!!!

Views: 1,485

Posted By blackshep

Mine is done blowing her winter coat, but there...

Mine is done blowing her winter coat, but there is always some shedding going on. Her coat is black and it's tight, so the shedding isn't as bad or noticeable. I brush her a lot though.

I actually...

Forum: Diet & Nutrition

05-16-2013, 08:09 AM

Replies: 21

added cocounut oil & psylum husk - some ?'s

Views: 377

Posted By blackshep

I feed the organic virgin coconut oil to my pup...

I feed the organic virgin coconut oil to my pup and really like the results!

Forum: General Behavior

05-15-2013, 02:27 PM

Replies: 23

When will he get it???? (growling at daycare?)

Views: 475

Posted By blackshep

I really think you should work with a trainer on...

I really think you should work with a trainer on this. He's not going to snap out of it, you need to work on it.

Maybe some dog savvy people can help you with his socializing. Brings some high...

Forum: General Behavior

05-15-2013, 02:08 PM

Replies: 23

When will he get it???? (growling at daycare?)

Views: 475

Posted By blackshep

Can you hire a dog walker on bad weather days, or...

Can you hire a dog walker on bad weather days, or if your mom can't watch your pup?

My pup was in daycare, but it was very expensive, made me late for work every day and it was chaos when I'd pick...

Forum: Chat Room

05-15-2013, 01:41 PM

Replies: 26

Anyone know where i can report a dead lion/puma

Views: 616

Posted By blackshep

I'm sorry for your loss. Never an easy thing to...

I'm sorry for your loss. Never an easy thing to do. :(

Forum: Chat Room

05-15-2013, 01:21 PM

Replies: 56

Then or Than?

Views: 1,089

Posted By blackshep

I don't have perfect spelling, punctuation, or...

I don't have perfect spelling, punctuation, or grammar, but there are some things that make me crazy. The then/than is one. You're/your is another, as well as there/their/they're. I am famous for...

Forum: Miscellaneous Dog Sports

05-14-2013, 11:52 AM

Replies: 32

Another flyball discussion....

Views: 761

Posted By blackshep

OMG that give me so much hope. lol She just...

OMG that give me so much hope. lol

She just loves it, but CRAZY loves it, it's quite scary. lol

I'm going to try contacting a trainer to help me with her issues. I'm a novice handler, and she...

Forum: Health Issues

05-14-2013, 11:09 AM

Replies: 5

Demodex, anything I can do?

Views: 129

Posted By blackshep

Thanks everyone, carmspack, I got your PM, thank...

Thanks everyone, carmspack, I got your PM, thank you

Forum: Tracking

05-14-2013, 10:04 AM

Replies: 1

NatGeo fun video on how tracking dogs use thier nose!

Views: 122