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Sounds similar prices to here - although the kennels I use do waive the days fee if you collect before 10:30 am ;) We used a kennels near Heathrow a few months ago - I expected it to be £££ but it was cheaper than locally :- "

Given how disgrutled most people get about paying taxes for things like the NHS - I think we might face anarchy if taxes were raised to support the RSPCA; sadly, animal- lovers are still in the minority in this country :(

Sadly, this only applies to dogs that are dangerous to "people" - dog on dog attacks do not class as dangerous in the eyes of the law afaik :( I hope Billy recovers soon - maybe calling the local dog warden will have an effect..... :unsure:

Write a letter! They have to deal with these within a certain number of days (5 I think) - but don't write to the Chief Constable, it really isn;t what hes there for ;) - write to the Commander of your local area - usually a Superintendant or Chief Super. they WILL get back to you - as it...

I have been browsing websites for different Greyhound Rescue charities - I notice that some still refer to "being top dog" above your rescue dog? Do Greyhounds have particularly pushy personalities - everything I have read about them suggests differently? I have recently read The Culture...

Aside from all the moral reasons for not breeding cross-breeds; has the Dalmation been BAER testing to ensure he has full hearing? Deafness in Dalmations is hediatary, and can often be unli-lateral (in only one ear), so may go undetected without specialist testing at one of these centres. All...

I am unable to give advice on breeding - I leave that to the reputable experts who breed purely to ensure they are improving their chosen breed :) My only opinion (for what its worth) is that if your bitch is intolerant of other dogs, she may well pass this trait onto some of her pups - any...

Thank you so much - this is really helpful advise :) I agree, I think a nice "first-time" greyhound sounds perfect - I have located two or three charities near me, so will hopefully convince my OH to go visiting with me soon. I noticed that occasionally, there are greyhounds which have been...

The problem with dog genetics is that there has been very little research into the causes of many conditions :( My experience is in molecular genetics - how DNA is made up, what can go wrong - but I keep up to date with research when I can; there just isn't the investment in "animal" genetics...

I have a Bsc in Genetics - and I say mutation, as the way that every cell in every living thing develops and works is coded for in the genetic code/DNA - if it is malformed, abscent or works incorrectly from birth, with no trauma to explain the condition, then it means that the genetic code is...

I think singing would worry me a bit - I live in a semi, so a very vocal dog might destry the fragile relationship we do have with our neighbours ;) Mind you, some cocker spaniels I know are rowdy, but Molo isn't - obviously they all have their own temperments a foibles :))

Thanks for all the replies - it is really postive to hear how wonderfu lthese beautifu dogs are as family companions :) I didn't know about feeding them in a raise bowl, but that shouldn't be a problem - and I used tennis courts a lot when my spaniel was little, so know where I can find some...

As I said in my intro - I would love to adopt a rescue greyh'd one day and have done loads of research into the breed and taking on a rescue already - but still have some questions :- " In particular, I am keen to hear about greys that have been rehomed with an established dog of a different...

Its called Eugenics :angry:

It could be an indicator that he is carrying a genetic weakness/failing - yes. I am still struggling to understand WHY anyone would want to breed a dog that is not 100% healthy and sound. What benefits can a genetically mutated dog bring to his offspring that could not be gained from another...

None at all - if there were loving, humane homes (working, or pet) for every dog that was currently in the world - until then, producing yet more breeds (or commercial breeding of any dog) is perpetuating a problem at already epidemic proportions ;)

I think you've answered your own question (in your OP) - no, dogs that show genetic mutation should not be bred from imo - not only does it perpetuate the probem, but it may be an indication of other genetic "damage"; which is unpredictable and depending on the genes affeted, can be fatal :(...

Aww, cute, cute, cute :wub: I sincerely hope that the suggestion of crossing these two breeds is a joke - for all the reasons already mentioned :blink:

It is apparent to me that you have made your mind up that you are going to breed from your dog, no matter what advise you are given. Not only are you planning on breeing a dog that MAY demonstrate a genetic mutation, I believe you are planning on deliberately crossing him with a...