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I think so. Taken just now -

I'm so sorry, grief is all consuming and utterly brutal. Have you considered contacting the Blue Cross counselling services that Judy linked in post #2?

For the reasons above, a protection dog would not be a good idea - I really suggest you look at intruder alarm systems instead.

@Vakhar Hussain several of your posts suggest this company, are you affiliated with them? But this is an old thread, I hope the OP has found something suitable by now.

That's us back from the vet. She examined him quite thoroughly, manipulated his head, and declared him absolutely fine. I'm so relieved. She also said his heart murmur was recorded on his records as a one, she would say one bordering on two but that might just be because he was a bit stressed...

Thank you. I've phoned the vet and changed his appointment to today, just for my peace of mind.

I think we cross posted again @JudyN !

As a guard dog? Honestly, I'd recommend you get a good security system instead, the Jack Russell you mentioned will alert bark, but a proper guard dog is not a pet. And, a properly trained guard dog will cost you about the same as a small car. This is what the law says - ”A person shall not use...

As previous posts have said - a strap across the chest like this restricts free shoulder movement and can cause orthopaedic problems. However, this thread was started a year and a half ago so I imagine the OP found a solution.

A great guard dog probably won't be good with kids. And, getting a dog to guard your property brings all sorts of problems when the dog can't distinguish between the burglar who is coming to rob you, and the paramedic who is coming to save your life. Is it really a guard dog that you need...

He got up out of bed at about 6.00 am and I got up too to make sure he was okay - I saw him wobble on the landing at the top of the stairs, then roll all the way down! It was like he was still half asleep and had just lost his balance. I've gently felt him all over, there are no obvious signs...

It's a really tough one. The obvious suggestions are to teach a good 'leave' and 'drop' but I know from experience that that won't cut it with some really high value finds. Timber got hold of something on the beach last year, it was so dead and decomposed that I don't know whether it had been a...

He certainly is a striking looking dog; very handsome.

I'm glad you are enjoying the forum, we do try to keep it a friendly place. And thank you for the update, things definitely get easier when you get a routine going, don't they.

I'm glad to see you are feeling more positive about it, I really hope the Cytopoint works well for her.

It's always hard to say from a photo; it could be a wart but of course could be something else entirely. My take on lumps and bumps is that I treat them as if I would if I found something similar on myself. I don't rush to the doctors but if they don't go away, or if they get worse, I'd ask...

Definitely makes sense. I'm not a massive fan of Michael Ellis, but I'm pretty sure he has some good stuff on building engagement.

I don't have time to go into detail right now but if it isn't the same as Hemlock's technique, training loose lead walking without using a lead might be another option (essentially heavily rewarding a 'close to knee' position,).

Welcome from me too. If you want to start preparing in advance, our pinned posts on new puppies are here - Useful Links & Recommended Reading But please do ask specific questions, and I'll second the request for pictures when you get your new pup!

@JuliaB what a lovely photo. I echo what the others have said. Big hugs.