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I don't think it's ideal, if I'm honest, because that behaviour may leak over into other situations where you don't want it. As I suggested, a dog who barks and lunges is not thinking clearly and is over stimulated. Perhaps you can dial things down when she does find the person? I worked with...

Some fantastic advice here, which I won't add to, but just to say I think this little dog may have landed on her paws with you as her new family - best of luck with her. It will take a bit of time, but it sounds to me as if you are more or less on the right track

Interesting. I will say, I'm not a big fan of the term 'prey drive' - I think it gives the wrong impression of what dogs do when they hunt. A lot of people see hunting as strongly instinctive, which it is in part, but successful hunters do not run hell for leather after everything in sight. In...

He sounds lovely, I'm sure you'll enjoy his company. I meet so many lovely Poodle crosses, they are often such sweet dogs. Mind you, it's always wonderful to meet a purebred Poodle too, what super clever dogs they are!

I haven't read the full detail, but it would seem that the kibble is making her drink more and she is therefore weeing more often. If I feed kibble, I always soak it in cold water for an hour - when you see what that does, imagine it happening in a dog's belly! So definitely soak any dried...

I think you're doing the right thing and it sounds like your head is in the right place about it all. You've already made a good call about one home not being right for Rocco, so well done for that. Keep trying the rescues and also, cautiously, private sale. I don't think you said he has bitten...

I think reaching the firm decision to rehome Rocco is a step forward for you and your family. It seems from where I'm standing that your relationship with him has broken down completely, so rehoming sounds like the right decision for everyone. It is now your job to care for a dog who will...

Totally get where you are coming from, and it is really hard if you don't have a vet whom you trust and find sympathetic. It sounds as if you are pretty experienced at managing her condition on a day to day basis, so perhaps you can book appointments only with the one vet you have found to be...

Poor girl - it's terrible to see your dog incessantly scratching and itching and seemingly nothing works to stop it. You have probably tried everything, but can I ask if you and your vet have discussed either Apoquel or Cytopoint? I realise these are controversial drugs (Cytopoint is safer than...

Welcome to the forum! I'm endorsing the above post from Joanna as it contains great wisdom. Unfortunately, these designer crosses are often bred for all the wrong reasons - to make money, first and foremost, and to produce puppies entirely based on physical appearance rather than good health...

Some very sound and trenchant advice here. I would just add that you will need some considerable financial back up and insurance in case things go wrong during the pregnancy and whelping. Also, if you intend to sell the puppies as companion animals, not for show, working, or breeding, you may...

Oh dear, I'm very sorry to hear that. Condolences and best wishes - Rosie Ruffles was clearly very loved and fortunate in her life to have found you.

I'm just wondering how long Harley has been with you, and how long he has been behaving in this way? I see also you are looking for an important post specifically on Romanian dogs. It's one of the best and most accurate descriptions I've seen of what is going on for these and other street dogs...

So sorry to hear your beautiful girl may be leaving you soon. best wishes and hugs to you both. It sounds like you have given her the best life any dog would have wanted, full of love and understanding.

Welcome. Pugs are a particular favourite of mine as I used to work for a lady who bred the 'Dingleberry' line. Do post some pictures if you can!

What lovely friends they are! It is a real joy to be with dogs who don't just live together, but are good friends too. In terms of your Staffie's inclination to split her friend from other dogs, I would take a slightly different tack. Don't assume you know better than she does when it comes to...

I think you're right that poor and rude cyclists and drivers tend to stick in the mind more than the considerate ones. It's interesting you say you live near a National Park though, because my city is actually Brighton (lots of bikes) but my house backs onto the South Downs (more bikes, lots of...

The Book Your Dog Wishes You Would Read, by Louise Glazebrook might be a useful read. I confess to not having read it myself yet, but from what I hear, it has good advice on building a relationship with a dog and understanding their communications and their needs. The emphasis is very much on...

There's some super advice above, and I won't add to that, but this is what stands out for me: I think you are right about this - your dog sounds profoundly unhappy. This dog didn't choose you - you chose him. He didn't ask to spend time in a crate or to be trodden on or told off. What I'm...

Maybe I've been lucky, but I have to say, living in a city that has more than the average number of cyclists, I have never had abuse hurled at me or indeed got into any sort of altercation with a cyclist - ever. Not saying it doesn't happen, of course, but maybe your problem with bikes lies...