Dog Owner Chat v3 ~Open!~

[Kasper]

I don't know if what your suggesting will work since I can't see whether her paws will naturally reach that height.

Have you done paw targeting with her? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9tOdmJLVl0

Her paws get to about 4-5ft.

We've done a little paw targeting, but I'll check out the video. Thanks!

[shadow~wolf]

Well if my parents want a puppy i don't really get a say in it. Poor Lucky had to stay in his crate four more hours than he is used to. I have been sick trying to sleep and my brother was asleep and my mom was out of town with her friend running errands. He did great though.

My friend's new puppy, Skyler.

[Dream~]

That's a cute pup @Shadow~Wolf


Well... I've been researching and have managed to add more breeds to my "maybe" list.. Now I'm looking at American Akitas, Border Collies, Beagles, Kooikerhondjes, and also as of today, Apenzeller Sennenhunds and Chinooks. I have a feeling it's gonna be a hard decision to make... So many lovely breeds to choose from!

[Jazi]

Creed and I taking the WAE. He passed, so now he has gotten his CGC, CGCA, and WAC within 3 months. I'm very proud of this little dude!

[AlittlebitUP!!]

Do you own a dog?: Yes! I do. I own two dogs, (well family dogs.)
Favorite dog breed?: I don't have one since I love them all
Tell us about your dog(s), if you have any!: Both are miniature dachshunds. One male and one Female. The male one is named Hunter and he is 8 years old (turning 9 in August) and the Female is named Ellie and she is only 7 or 8 months old.
Pictures of your dog(s):

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This is a picture of them both. <3

(I know I didn't have to post this but I just felt like it. c:)

[IQuit;;]

@Shadow~Wolf
Best tell your friend to watch that puppy around those fabric toys. Kaiser eats them and gets sick, so we have to be careful with that

[pidgeoncat]

Do you own a dog?:
Yes, I have 1.

Favorite dog breed?:
well, aesthetically I love Australian Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, APBTs, and Doberman Pinschers. but realistically i would never be able to handle any of these breeds. (not quite sure about the doberman, i don't know much about them)

I'm in love with Standard Poodles. I've been contacting breeders and stalking rescue sites. I just love the poodle. I want a smart, active dog that also has an off switch. I also love the Lagotto Romagnolo and the Smooth Collie.

Tell us about your dog(s), if you have any!:
I have a miniature poodle mix that we adopted as a puppy. the "breeder" surrendered the litter to our local spca. we think she's mixed with cocker spaniel, which makes her short and stocky and not tall and lanky. Penny is 10 in August, so i cannot do any sports with her unfortunately. the vet says her old joints wouldn't like it.

Pictures of your dog(s):

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[SaraCO2013]

Can anyone recommend a good product for joints? Molly has always been a great jumper and tree climber but with all the jumping she does I think she needs to take something to help her joints out.

Also does anyone give there dog anything after an intense workout? I usually just hose Molly down since we have really hot summers here its easy for a dog to over heat. But I feel like maybe she gets sore or something? I know I do after an intense workout, so is it the same for dogs and is there a product to help with that?

[NopesaurusRexx]

@cardigan
You don't need certification in the US for an emotional support animal, you just need the doctor's recommendation. That's how I got Harley, he's my ESA.

@Shadow~Wolf
Such a cute puppy!!
Harley would have torn that monkey up by now, he ripped the squeaker out of his hedgehog just in the ride home
Also, thinking about a puppy does no harm. I've been thinking about getting a rough collie puppy since I was young. I have Harley and all my focus is on him, but that doesn't mean I still look at rough collie puppies for sale. I'm not going to get one for a few years, but it doesn't hurt to think about it and look. Just give Lucky lots of TLC and he will be back to normal in no time!!

[Kasper]

@cardigan
You don't need certification in the US for an emotional support animal, you just need the doctor's recommendation. That's how I got Harley, he's my ESA.

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In Canada there's a little bit more paperwork - primarily info about me and my pup.
I'm seeing a doctor Sept 20 to see if they'd sign off on the recommendation form.

Oddly enough, here in Canada, there's two kinds of mental support dogs - ESAs and Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs).
ESAs are not allowed special priviledges aside from being allowed in some apartment buildings and houses that originally were dog-free. Since I need Lola to be able to go places like the grocery store, there's additional PSD paperwork.

Has anyone else heard about the new trend of buying a service dog vest for your pet for the sake of being able to take them places? Personally, I find it quite sad, as there are people like who me who actually benefit from the assistance from a dog.

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Can anyone recommend a good product for joints? Molly has always been a great jumper and tree climber but with all the jumping she does I think she needs to take something to help her joints out.

Also does anyone give there dog anything after an intense workout? I usually just hose Molly down since we have really hot summers here its easy for a dog to over heat. But I feel like maybe she gets sore or something? I know I do after an intense workout, so is it the same for dogs and is there a product to help with that?

I use Zuke's Hip Action daily supplement treats. Each one has 300mg of glucosamine and 300mg of chondroitin.

If you're looking to cool Molly down, cooling bandannas may be an option. It's like a regular bandanna, but you soak it in cold water for five seconds to let the crystals woven in absorb the cold. The "mist" setting on a multi-option hose is usually our favourite method. As for soreness, simple massages are excellent! If it grows severe, see your vet. <3