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When I was younger my childhood dog was a border collie x rough collie (basically a black and white lassie!). When i was walking him and he say another border colllie he could lay down with his head flat on the floor (like they do when herding sheep) and would not move until the dog had passed...

This behavior is not acceptable and the issue needs to be addressed immediately. When you say you has to leave puppy classes as he was out of control what happened? Do you remember a particular incident i.e a larger dog scaring him etc? You may be able to get to the root of the issue by...

Twice a day and let out before bed. Longer walks at weekends. If she wants to go any other time she tells us by whining and stomping her feet and running to the door haha...who has trained who?!

I would agree with the above. Definitely try taking him out later at night and secondly retraining to associate him going to the toilet with a reward when he goes outside.

Hi, Unfortunately for some reason I can't see the picture? Can you try to upload another one? When I download it says it cannot find the specified file. Anyway, congratulations on getting your new addition. As with any baby animal, training will take time and you will often find yourself...

I agree with gypsysmum the anti bark spray collar is just masking a problem even if it works and worst case scenario is it may make things a LOT worse! Do not try this, instead try the neutral ground meeting technique and possible some behavior/ training classes to get him more socialised to...

I agree with the above. A crate would eliminate the wall chewing (which could potentially be dangerous!) and he will settle down. The hardest part with a puppy is putting routine into place and you will often take 2 steps forward, then 1 back until they settle, but getting you up at 4am is...

Aww what a cutie. He definitely looks like he has some staffie in him crossed with another dog possibly a lurcher if that is was you were told but it's still a little early to tell and you may never know completely. As for names it's important to choose a name asap as it will help with...

I have signed too...luckily my cats and lab don't worry about them too much but i know many dogs that go crazy including one who is 12 years old and absolutely petrified. Her owner lives 2 weeks or more of hell at this time trying to calm her and preying she doesn't drive herself into so much...

The only effective ones I have found are Frontline and Advocate. Frontline is available from many sources and online. Advocate will treat fleas and worms but is only available on prescription from your vet. In my opinion these are the only ones to go with.

If she did try to get him back (which I doubt she would, especially as he has his expensive medical problems), I guess you could just advise you would fight in court for him and hope she would leave it there. I'm, not quite sure what the law would state on this. I guess the only real way to be...

I agree with Gypsysmum. 2 dogs are not always the answer, unless of course you find a shelter wanting to home 2 dogs together who have been used to being left on their own... this may work. If you take all the "this may happen, that may happen" to heart nobody would ever get a dog for fear of...

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Awww I really feel for you as whatever you decide will be a very difficult decision. I do, however, agree with the above. It was a little early to introduce a puppy when you can't explain to your baby how to react around it. It's really your decision but it would probably be kinder to both to...

I wouldn't worry too much she is probably drinking more than you think. Dogs have specific taste buds for water so can be quite sensitive to variations and she may have been used to a different water taste when she was with the breeder so is just getting used to your tap water. Rainwater will...

It's a relatively quick recovery for a dog (as opposed to a bitch), and aside from being a bit sleepy and uncomfortable he would be back to normal within a couple of days. If he were mine though, I would certainly have him done like you said when you can be there i.e the weekend. They often...

Hi, It could just be the smell. Obviously, these solutions have a really strong small for us so it must be overbearing for a dog. However, it could be a reaction so i would just keep an eye on it. If your dog's skin becomes red or inflamed, clean it with warm soapy water and seek veterinary...

My dog is off the lead a fair bit when we are out (obviously when it's safe) and she will happily say "hello" to any other dog, however, I often ask the other owner first as she can be a bit boisterous and if their dog is on a lead I always check before I let her approach as I worry they may not...

I would probably say you are best looking at an older dog and it would be great to get a rescue. Many rescues have a fair bit of history on the dogs from the previous owners but nothing is 100%. So maybe have a try at a local centre take your wife and see how you get on.

There are pros and cons for both. Another thing to bear in mind is that some dogs can be travel sick. I guess if the dog is out with you all day then he/she would find it easier to settle at night but I'm still not sure about the whole garage situation. Also a Springer is a very active dog...