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He is at that really awkward age, if my arithmetic is right, somewhere between nine months and a year? He’s starting to develop independence, like a teenager who thinks they already know everything but have little concept of the consequences of what they do. It’s not uncommon, and if you stop...

If she is getting excited, it sounds like she is happy, enjoying it. If that’s the case, then no, I don’t think it’s unkind. However if she was looking stressed or uncomfortable and doing it in distress, that would be a different matter entirely.

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I'm not a breeder but from what I've read, that's not anything you would expect this early in a pregnancy. So it may be unrelated. Or it may indicate a problem. If you are concerned, I think you need to see your vet.

I'm posting this as part of a set of helpful 'easy reference' articles for common questions and problems. Feel free to add additional information on loose lead walking in this thread, but please start a new thread for specific questions relating to your dog. Lead manners We've probably all...

They are lovely little dogs but the health problems that are so prevalent in the breed would put me off too. You might find this helpful. https://cavalierhealth.org/smprotocol.htm#2012 And - can I add, I don't know if you were considering a cavalier crossbreed, but please don't think they are...

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Another thing you could try is washing his feet in plain water regularly, in case it's an environmental problem.

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I just edited mine without any problem, so I wonder if the image you are trying to use is too large? I've found the easiest way to reduce it is to take a screenshot and use that instead of the original.

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Here are some options Soft cones and inflatable collars

You can get alternatives to the plastic cone - soft cones, inflatable neck rings (like the cushions travellers use) or surgical suits like babygros. The main thing is he shouldn't be able to reach the wound. My dog's diet never changed. If it's putting on weight that concerns you, keep an eye...

Some dogs love having a housemate, others don't. Have you considered fostering? That would let you see how your dog gets on without the commitment, and if your dog and the foster do match, you could proceed to adopt.

I'm very sorry for your loss, it's heartbreaking isn't it. I'd like to say it gets easier - in a way it does; you never forget and the pain is always tucked away in your heart but you sort of get accustomed to life without them and start to function again. As for how long before getting another...

I can't comment on the vaccine but even if he needs to restart, there's no reason not to take him out and about if you carry him, tucked into your jacket or in a sling. In fact, it's the best way to socialise him, where he can observe without actually interacting.

Have a look at www.allaboutdogfood.co.uk It's has independent reviews of foods, you can set filters to ask for weight loss and if you put in your dog's weight, it shows daily feeding costs too.