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I could get into a conversation over whose rabbit was the mankiest, Joanne (this one was also on a beach, and very much sun dried), but it would be rather off topic. Suffice to say that Jasper's poos the next day were fluffy!

Band aid solutions often are the solution. And once he's got used to the idea that the bedroom is out of bounds, then he won't have the stress of being on the bed when your husband goes in there. Similarly, my dog was not good at sharing sofas, but he soon learnt that he was allowed on vacant...

How does your husband respond when he growls? Does he ignore him completely, or leave the room, for instance? I'm wondering if he could practise walking into the room, throwing your dog a treat, and then moving away. When your dog looks up in happy expectation at his approach, he can try getting...

I would very much reward him for getting off the bed, and think of it not as a command but a clever trick. If you've used 'off' in a commanding voice before, then choose a different cue. Encourage him to jump on the bed, then, with treat in hand, ask him to get off, tell him he's a clever boy...

I'd be tempted to try a new vet... I'd take a list of all the brands you've tried. Do you get a lot of wildlife in your garden?

I think I'd get a vet to look at it. They might want to check if it's a fungal condition or similar, and will be able to recommend the best treatment.

Are you 100% sure it is actually sawdust? Could it be scales of skin, similar to cradle cap in human babies? Oh, and congratulations on your lovely new pup :)

Don't be too quick to reduce fat content just on the basis that your dog is senior. Some dogs drop weight when they get older, and if anything need something with a bit more oomph (this was the case with my dog). One size doesn't always fit all.

I'm sorry to hear this, Maisiemoo :-(

I'd have thought that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention would be a reliable source: About Giardia and Pets In your position, I think I'd do as much as I can from their recommendations, but not worry if I can't clean everything - he should recover just fine, and you're unlikely to...

How does she seem in herself? Is she eating and drinking OK? I've no medical advice to offer, but I wonder if it's worth trying to arrange to speak to your vet on the phone to ask some specific questions - arm yourself with a written list, and make sure you get a clear answer to each one.

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Hi, it's fine to ask this as you're not asking for money directly. I'm sorry you're in this position - are you eligible for the PDSA? I don't know if they would be able to help, but it might be worth contacting the Dog's Trust - they might be able to offer advice if nothing else. If all else...

Happy birthday George!

This is a bit late for this ear infection, but after bening in the same situation with my dog, I did manage to teach him to accept ear drops. I can't remember the process exactly, but it went something like this: 1. Show him an ear drop bottle in my hand, give him a treat. Repeat, repeat...

I would have thought that they were fine, but am not a vet. If you can hang on till tomorrow, I suggest you ring the vet first thing to ask. Alternatively, you could contact Yumove - they are very helpful. I hope your dog feels better soon.

@cep29, the original poster hasn't been on the forum for over 10 years, so is unlikely to see your post. I've had a quick google and am struggling to find anywhere that will take them, which is a shame. Unless anyone else knows of someone?

Do you need to use dry food? It sounds as if he's simply not keen on dry food, and to be fair, if I presented you with a bowl of dry cereal you wouldn't be mad keen either. So you could continue what you're giving him now if he likes it. As far as good dry foods for Malteses, I think as long as...

If this has just started recently, I wouldn't rule out a health issue - if all these foods are dry foods, it could be a dental problem? If all the foods you've tried are dry foods, that could be why he prefers yours - or he just sees your food as much more desirable! So I'd definitely recommend...