Dog Owner Chat V. 5

[.Kira Nightblade.]

I don’t really want to get into the full details right now, but I know some of you have been following my Chewie update for years. Long before I got even Kestrel.

Today i had to make the choice to end his suffering and put him down. Last night he had a seizure and I rushed him to the vet, he had another overnight, and then around two today he started having grand mal seizures that were extremely hard on him and very difficult to pull him out of. We don’t have a solid answer on why it was happening, but based on the tests we’ve gotten back so far it seemed like the vet was leaning towards the brain cancer theory. We should get the final two test results tomorrow, but they likely won’t spread any more light onto what was wrong.

I can’t believe my boy is gone just like that. Even though he was a reactive brat of a dog, I loved him so much. He is the dog that I got as my original sporting dog and taught me so much patience. He has helped me through so much in the time I’ve had him, and it broke my heart to make the choice today.

These are a few of my favorite photos of him. Being a absolute dork, screaming at the world for no reason and annoying his sisters with his barking.

I am extremely sorry for your loss DX *hugs*

[Faybell]

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I’m so sorry, loosing a pet is always hard. I know he lived the best happy life he possibly could live with you guys. I hope you, O, and Kes are doing well and can find peace in that.

[orpheus.]

I'm so sorry for your loss <3
I've loved reading updates on Chewie over the years, I'm sure you gave him a fantastic life.

[Keriae]

Oh middy, I'm so sorry <3

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anyone know any dog chews that can last a while for a dog with a decent jaw? my issue is hes a strong ratter cross and so he basically swallows all the chews i give him. there was this brand that i csnt remember and they sold small dog chews and large dog chews. i got him the labrador one and he chewed it up in a minute and a half. i licw in the uk so ideally sourced herw. only edible chews

I have the same problem! The longest lasting chews that I’ve found are :
-nylabones(my dogs fave shape is this)
Antler chews
And buffalo horns(make sure they do not have a hole in the bottom else they will not last.

Hope this helps have a great day!!

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Awww hope the sisters aren’t pining for him too badly
And hugs to you

My friends dog died the other day

[eff]

thanks Stormstory for the recommendation. i've decided on some kind of antler as i've found him to not enjoy most hard "flavoured" toys.


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@middy // deepest condolences in regards to your dog. im sure they lived a great and plentiful life before you put them down.


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atlas (1 yr) loves chewing leather so we had to remove pippin's (7 yr) collar and hates wearing his own (because we didn't really enforce it early on). regardless, that collar is now too small so were looking at buying them some other collars. i think we want non-chewable collars rather than getting another leather one. any recommendations?

[Imzadi83]

thanks Stormstory for the recommendation. i've decided on some kind of antler as i've found him to not enjoy most hard "flavoured" toys.


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@middy // deepest condolences in regards to your dog. im sure they lived a great and plentiful life before you put them down.


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atlas (1 yr) loves chewing leather so we had to remove pippin's (7 yr) collar and hates wearing his own (because we didn't really enforce it early on). regardless, that collar is now too small so were looking at buying them some other collars. i think we want non-chewable collars rather than getting another leather one. any recommendations?

The only really non-chewable I can think of is chain but I wouldn't recommend it as it could damage teeth or even get stuck on a tooth. You might just have to try different materials until you find something less appealing. Have you tried putting some bitter apple/cherry spray on the collar to deter him? Also you can work on training and redirecting him to chew something else. I doubt any type of collar will stop chewing on it's own if it's become a habit for him.

Lupine https://www.lupinepet.com/ has a lifetime guarantee. They are not chew proof but if your dog destroys it they will replace it for free.

I'm a fan of Safe Dog ID collars http://www.safedogid.com/ They're not chew proof but the neoprene might be less appealing to chew, at least it won't have the same smell as leather.

And speaking of smell if that's the main draw it might be worth trying a collar made out of BioThane.

Also found the following through a search, not sure how well they really work but at least it gives you some more options...
http://www.chewproofdogleash.com/order-here/4574563800/Collars
http://indestructibledogtoys.org/tactical-k9-military-dog-collar/
http://indestructibledogtoys.org/kong-paracord-reflective-dog-collar/


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[Stumpy.]

I'm so happy!! It's been a long, long, road, but Gizzy's finally loosing the rusty fur! We figured out she's allergic to wheat, so she's been off wheat for a while, and her skin is less red, and she's got white hair growing in again!! :')

[lesbian]

hey, i know ive only posted here a couple of times but i really wanted to share a few photos of my dog, Meg, who we sadly had to say goodbye to today.







Save travels, little wanderer, until we meet again.