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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Dog Beds&#8221; by danielo</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-147/?recent=167</link>
        <description><![CDATA[I thought I would share a place I ordered a dog bed from recently because I was very impressed by it, it is great quality and my dog seems to really like it. It's from this website - <a href="http://www.petbedsdirect.co.uk" rel="nofollow">http://www.petbedsdirect.co.uk/</a>.

Hopefully you find this helpful if you're after one yourself.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:36:44 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Dogs and House Rabbits&#8221; by Suzieed</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-146/?recent=166</link>
        <description><![CDATA[My mum got a couple of rabbits a few months ago and is keeping them indoors, our dog which is a jr/spaniel wont leave them alone, he jumps at their hutch and if they make a movement or a sound he goes straight back to them. He constantly whines and sometimes backs at them. How can i get him to ignore them? I ignore the rabbits and make sure he doesnt feel left out or pushed out by them, i understand he is curious about them but we have had them for about 6 months now. Please help
Thank you]]></description>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;finding a dog&#8221; by michelle</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-144/?recent=164</link>
        <description><![CDATA[my son wants a dog he is 12 years old. I dont know what dog would be right from him and for the me and my husband.  He says he likes Boxers and Staffs but I am against having a Staff.  I do not mind the Boxer but I prefer a dog which isnt too big - small to medium size. My son wants a masculine type of dog something that suits him but I definitely do not want anything big.  I have been researching both dogs but some Boxer dogs look big full grown and I am worried about the aggressiveness of the Staff. Please advise.  Also is there any type of pet shop which sells puppies where I can have a look just to get a feel of the dog without before I pursue it with any buyer as I do not want to waste any ones time and I definitely do not want to make a mistake in buying the wrong type of dog.  This is a huge commitment to me.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 22:35:10 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;any help please&#8221; by skyline44</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-136/?recent=156</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Hi all,i have just recently got a 10 month old golden retriever bitch over the weekend,need some advice and tips to help me as she obviousely was let loose to do as she pleased before as she doesnt know any commands or anything,doesnt even know her name!!
  Want some advice on how to train her to sit,lay down etc and she is very very bad on the lead to walk,i have a harness for her but doesnt seem to do anything,also doesnt come wen shes in garden and i try to get her back in.She also barks a lot when u tell her not to do things that she shouldnt be doing,just a bit worried with this as have children and dont want her barking at them,i dont think its an aggressive bark but would scare them.Any help would be very helpful :)]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2011 13:56:17 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>Reply to &#8220;Feeding Time&#8221; by carmelbrulez</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-131/?recent=148</link>
        <description><![CDATA[No it will not suffer at all. Many people feed their dog once a day, so it is lucky to get two meals a dayl Why not give it a bigger meal in the morning instead of splitting it into two meals?]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:58:12 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Feeding Time&#8221; by Rotanmeg</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-131/?recent=148</link>
        <description><![CDATA[We feed our Irish Red and White Setter at 6am and 6pm. Will she suffer unduly if we occasionally (once a week) feed her at 8pm?

many thanks for your help]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2011 20:21:08 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>Reply to &#8220;Suitable dog for a working couple ?&#8221; by vj</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-124/?recent=142</link>
        <description><![CDATA[OOh, you've probably done this already!
Springers are the mosts bonkers of dogs I have ever came across and need constant attention and exercise.  If they're not entertained 24/7 they go mad and tear your house apart!  Excellent and terribly cute little things but VERY high maintenance.
If your still considering a dog I would have a little re-think, larger dogs tend to be a bit lazier and are more content to sleep all day while your out.  
We currently have 2 greyhounds who are the most bone-idle breed in the world (probably) and spend all day on their beds whether I'm at home or not! They're certainly not up for long walks (ever) as they tire easily.
As you need a breed that is lazy during the day but energetic enough to go for long walks at evenins and weekends, I'd perhaps suggest a German Shepherd (but not a puppy) or a collie.  Basically, any larger breed and get the adult version - all puppy's are likely to be destuctive we left alone for long priods, regadless of breed.
The spaniels and terriers are high energy so I would avoid these until you retire and have more time at home.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:07:51 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Suitable dog for a working couple ?&#8221; by moosington</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Hi,

My wife and i are hoping to take a Springer Spaniel Puppy but im not sure if it would be fair to the dog/bitch as we both work 8/9 hour days, 5 days a week.

Can anyone advise if it is fair to the animal to leave it on its own all day ? Would a pair of puppies be better, or is it a total no go for any dog(s) to be left alone all day ?

Does anyone know if Springers are destructive or get distressed when left alone?

Neither of us have ever owned a dog before, and we want to make sure we don't enter into a relatitionship with an animal that would cause it any distress.

If Springers are not suitable for a working couple can anyone advise of any breeds that would be amenable to being alone all day ?

We have a moderate sized house with either all day indoor or all day outdoor(with shelter) access. 

Walks each evening and romps in the country at weekends are a given, as are toys and bedding.

Apologies to you who are experienced dog owners if the above questions may seem stupid - we just want to make sure we are being as responsible and fair as possible.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:33:28 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Dog or a bitch?&#8221; by szreid</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-114/?recent=125</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Hi there,

I'm asking this question on behalf of my parents who are planning to buy a scottie pup in the next couple of weeks. They currently have one scottie and two miniature daschunds, all neutered males. So we were wondering what sex would be the best addition to the family. Unusually for scotties this particular litter has 7 females and 1 male, so if they are wanting the male they will need to say so very soon, as he is gorgeous and will go quickly I'm sure! 
The boys we have at the moment get on really well together, the daschunds are brothers and the scottie, who we had first, acts like their mummy and licks their heads on a very regular basis! 

Reasons for getting a boy are:
1. We would worry that they may pester a bitch, especially the scottie as he was a stud dog before we got him, although the daschunds rarely show any interest towards bitches they meet on walks.
2. We wondered if they would maybe be more protective over her when out on walks?

Reasons for getting a girl are:
1. Because there are more of them in the litter
2. They are a nice size when fully grown (our current scottie is huge compared to the mum of the litter!!)
3. A wee change is always nice
4. They may be less aggressive as a 'pack' if we introduce a bitch

If anyone has any advice on this matter it would be greatly appreciated, the owners have to make up their mind which one they are keeping - their daughter is desperate to keep the boy, so it may not even be an option but it would be really interesting to hear peoples thoughts anyway. I guess at the end of the day it probably comes down to personality, and as a litter they are all fantastic little characters so I'm sure any one of them would get on fine with our boys providing they are introduced in the right way! 
Thank you!]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:54:29 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;plants&#8221; by tracey kennedy</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-88/?recent=91</link>
        <description><![CDATA[i have a pampus grass at my backdoor is this dangerous to dogs]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 12:40:36 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;staff pregnat 1st time HELP!!&#8221; by staff-stuck</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-75/?recent=77</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Molly my Staff if pregnant 1st time I think as I rescued her 2 years back from dog home ? I found out this morning by my freind she is pregnat and her teets are leacking leaving me to beleive she can go any day ,,

I have also being informed Staffs have real problems with birth please advise any one]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 10:19:51 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Introducing my Yorkshire Terrior to another pack&#8221; by emmaadrienne</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-69/?recent=71</link>
        <description><![CDATA[I am moving in with my boyfriend and taking my Yorkshire Terrior Chandler with me who is two. My boyfriend already has three terrior dogs they are lovely but all try to be dominant with each other.

Please could you advice me on how I should introduce my dog to the pack. I know we should do it away from the house but any more advice will be gratefully appreciated.

Thank you]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:16:45 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;I think I've done the wrong thing... advice please?&#8221; by mrsy</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-68/?recent=70</link>
        <description><![CDATA[We went to collect our new 9 month old dog Bazzle yesterday, after LOTS of thought and now I am thinking that we've made the wrong decision. People did warn us how much getting a dog can change your life, but I think the dog that we have chosen is the wrong dog for us and I think we might just be the wrong owners for him... 

I feel totally irresponsible and irrational for buying and then giving up at the first hurdle and feel like a complete failure so please don't bash me on here - I would really appreciate some honest comments and advice... 

We were assured that he is fine on the lead and doesn't normally pull but after three 'drags' around local park, our street and our garden I have realised that this is not the case and honestly think he's never been on a lead, just been allowed to run free everywhere. We were also told that he doesn't chew unless bored and left alone, well so far he has chewed my photo album box, my slipper, his bed and my footstool - and that's with me IN THE ROOM. I think he needs way more time than we can possibly dedicate to him and now feel that we should have gotten an older dog... Please help, I've been up all night worrying about our decision...]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;new Border Collie sleeping outside&#8221; by eval</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-63/?recent=64</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Hello, we rescued a Border Collie from the pound today. He is about 2 years old and it seems he was a farm dog before. We intended to let him sleep inside, but he does not want to come in. HE does have a kennel with a warm bed outside, but he does not use it, he is just stretched out on the grass. He seems happy enough now, but we are worried he might get too cold and we won't be awake to let him in then. He is generally afraid to come inside the house and just sits in the garden by the backdoor and looks in.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:55:32 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>New topic: &#8220;Injured young dog needs stimulation without movement&#8221; by sparkiegirl</title>
        <link>http://www.dogadvice.co.uk/discuss/dog-tips/topic-56/?recent=57</link>
        <description><![CDATA[Our Bernese Mountain dog, Collie cross bitch was run over a week ago. Basically she has sustained a broken hip/pelvis and had an operation which included the insertion of pins, screws and a metal implant to fix her hip and pelvis break. The vet advised she should be kept very sedentary and not walked for 4-6 weeks and even when she goes in the garden she has to be on a lead.

The thing is she is still very much a puppy and to make things worse she has collie in her, which makes her more intelligent than our last dog and we just don't know we are going to deal with this situation. We have no idea how we can keep her mind stimulated without compromising her healing bones. Can anyone help? If you have any advice it would be greatly appreciated.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:16:40 +0000</pubDate>
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