Boy killed by dog...

Boy killed by dog - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/merseyside/8387101.stm Sadly there will be others.

Ustream introduction

Let me know what you think eh?

Vaccination the big dilemma

Ok, I've decided (nearly) that Max will go without being vaccinated at all. Been reading A LOT. I already don't boost Pip. Please, your thoughts?

Nick


http://www.thepetwhisperer.com/Vaccinations.html

Bloat/ Gastric Torsion

The dogs that are most susceptible are those that have a deep ribcage for example, labs, retrievers, shepherds... you get the idea.  However, ANY dog can get bloat.  Remember the golden rule, never ever exercise after feeding - leave at least a minimum of 2 hours... better still, mimic your dogs natural behaviour and walk first then eat...

BLOAT  The Killer

If you experience a combination of the following:

•     Your dog retches from the throat but nothing is produced other than small amounts of frothy mucus

•     Your dog tries to defaecate unsuccessfully

•     Your dog adopts the ‘Sphinx’ position

•     Your dog’s tummy goes hard and / or swells up like a balloon and is as taut as drumskin

•     Trying to bite, or worry, the abdomen

•     Your dog is very unsettled

CONTACT YOUR VET IMMEDIATELY.

Bloat is a true emergency - be prepared to drive to the surgery straightaway. The chance of survival decreases alarmingly if you

delay getting the dog to the surgery more than 60-90 minutes after the first signs.

So whether you’re about to catch a plane, serve a meal to your family or go to bed - DON’T. Instead take your dog to the vet.

It could save your dog’s life.

www.alphadogbehaviour.co.uk

Max is growing!

He's looking good eh?
Showing signs of being as good as Amber our old Wire was. Polite, attentive and so on.

BBC NEWS | UK | Dog attack toddler critically ill

So much of this in the news still and it seems to be so common it goes under the radar!

BBC NEWS | UK | Dog attack toddler critically ill

Photo updates...

Such a busy summer, and as is sometimes the case I've dropped behind on my blog.

Allow me to drop pictures in here and offer comments below:

In fact, comments to follow...just enjoy for now.

Nick

We're expecting a new dog !!!

http://www.wirevizslas.com/

We lost our ol' girl Amber over a year ago now, and we are ready to introduce a new dog.

This time a male of the same breed (we'll call him Max!) and as it happens from the same breeder Donna Holman, so the same genes will be there. Follow the link and it's the first picture on her home page where you'll see a sweet puppy picture as they feed. We may well go back up to see them next weekend at 4 weeks to hopefully assess and choose a pup. Ill keep you updated!

Nick

Oooo la-la

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8287166.stm

Hi people. I have a catalogue of pictures from recent visits I'd like to post up, so I am hoping to do that as soon as I can find the time. What with sickness, dogs staying, and a work load a few things are having to give.

The above link is interesting, and as I read it through I wondered if they had any professional help. There are references to the dog's depression due to the change of environment, which sounds a bit suspect to me. I believe that if you have a leadership based relationship with your dog, you can take it anywhere - providing it gets exercise (OMG, I'm gonna say it...) discipline and affection. Not intending to quote Cesar, but there it is.

Medication for its depression? Oops. Mistake. I suspect the dog was not getting enough from the former Pres. Chirac in terms of daily guidance and leadership. How can it given his what must have been an exhaustive agenda day in and out? These are bred as companion dogs, though just like any other breed need guidance throughout.

I wish maybe two things:

1) I spoke French
2) They had called me :)

Nick

DVD filming under way...

All of last week was spent filming for my first dvd and will be called the 'Positive Leadership Plan'
Based on common sense, sound handling, and a calm way to show your dog that it's you leading the way enabling your dog to relax-helping resolve behaviour problems in the process. This can be an excellent foundation for future behaviour work that may be needed for your dog...it's not a quick fix dvd :)

I still have some further footage (oh yes, I shoot mini DV tapes which remain best for quality) to shoot, and will hopefully finish shooting next week and then will need just as much time to edit and create. Packaging and dvd printing will all be done in house ensuring quality and a consistent finish. I have sourced a number of cool copy wright free soundtracks to lay on top to give it the final polish.

You're waiting for it, and I'm desperate to get it to you - so keep looking for updates here and also:

www.alphadogproductions.co.uk
and
www.alphadogbehaviour.co.uk

The pictures posted here are from the section covering doorways and calm behaviour around them.

Cheers. Nick