I think the reality it pups are hard work and until you live it, you can’t really understand it. Having 2 children as well brings added stress....
Wow, that is an adorable whole heap if mischief ! There are some lucky families who will be having one these sleepy beauties .
Oh my, what an exhausting worry. I guess with a litter of 11 that would present some feeding challenges. I hope at least you can get them all on 4...
Hello, I really feel for you as with older dogs sometimes it’s a tough decision to know what to do for the best. Regarding insurance, honestly I...
Wow how nerve wracking, i bet you have no finger nails left. We done to Mum, she must be shattered. Congratulations on 11 pups, wow you must be...
Ooh so exciting, hope all goes well for her .
They all mature at a different rate and leaving her to let you know may be the problem. Also, she may need to go more frequently. I was still...
Hello, I don’t have any experience but if you are not happy it’s perfectly reasonable to seek a second opinion. I would also be seeking that from...
I think it’s a bit of a myth that dogs/pups play independently. I have had 5 dogs of 3 different breeds, none have done that. They settle in the...
Hi, no that is not normal. Pups do go frequently, but not 8 times and should be reasonably firm. I think a chat to your vet would be a good idea,...
That would be lovely. Would love to see what you think of our wonderful Meg .
It will be wonderful to follow her progress and learn how breeding should really be done with care and diligence. We don't live so far away and...
Hello, I am no expert but I don’t think it is related to food as have a number of dogs do this. My current lab has no problems at home, but the...
Hello, as you have found you have trained her to go inside and it takes some breaking. Lab are bright dogs that train easily with treats so food...
Hello, did you read the first post on this thread. Lots of helpful information from Pippa. Good luck, it does pass.
I think it takes a lot longer for new pups to settle in with older dogs than you think or hope. One time for us it took ages, but they got there....
Having a young pup is exhausting but it does not last forever. Your dog is still very young so it is to be expected that she wont fit round your...
Hello and Welcome, sounds like you have a lovely normal pup there. Enjoy reading all the old threads, lots of helpful ideas and experiences from...
Hello, if you have a look at old threads you will see you are not alone. Have you seen this one...
Hello, well done on adopting her. A lovely thing to do. Normally a 14 month old girl could hold their bladder for quite some hours so you could...
