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How did I miss this update? Panda is growing so quickly and looks like quite a character. And there's Jiggers. I just love him. Happy belated birthday Jiggers! My Roy will be twelve on August 25th. I've never had a boxer make it past ten so we're planning a big party for him with all of his...
This is just excellent. Clear illustrations with examples of what is desired and what is less desired.
https://www.mastiff.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/MCOA_illustrated_standard_FINAL_screen_spreads-2.pdf
I'm sorry. There are a lot of good people here and really just the two that aren't. I suspect you aren't the only one that stays away because of this kind of stuff. I remember you and your boy. I'm so sorry for your loss. So many of our older members have lost their mastiffs, myself included. I...
I find body condition to be a better way to judge than the number on the scale. See where your boy falls on the chart and go from there. One is for large breeds and one is for giant breeds.
I just steeped tea and added it to her food. I do feel the d-mannose was more effective for us, but the nettle did provided me personally with some relief. Definitely check out the d-mannose. I swear by it and keep it on hand for myself now that my girl is gone.
Welcome! You answered every question I was going to ask. My girl also had a hooded vulva that didn't correct after several heat cycles. We didn't end up doing an episioplasty and as she got older her UTIs did decrease. I made sure to clean her vulva after every potty break with an unscented...
Are you set on a puppy? A breed specific rescue that utilizes foster homes may be a good option for you. I know when I fostered I made sure anyone interested in one of my dogs knew exactly what they'd be getting, both the good and the bad. The last thing I wanted was an unsuccessful placement...
Bolushi, your "facts" are based on anecdotal information found on the internet rather than actual life experiences. You are correct that much (perhaps it can be argued all) aggression is due to fear but that doesn't make it any less dangerous. I'd say it makes it more dangerous. While you aren't...
To clarify - what I meant was that is seems not uncommon for many Newfies and Saints to present with behavioral issues, including fear/fear aggression/dog aggression/etc. Bolushi, the majority of the people on this forum don't care about how a dog will fight. They want a family companion. That...
Seriously though, Fineand_Dandy, even do some serious research into Saints and Newfies. My daughter is a veterinary technician and works heavily with behavior clients and she sees many of those two breeds that have behavioral issues. It's really imperative to make sure you have a really good...
I've looked as well. I would perhaps suggest contacting some companies like Kurgo and Ruffwear to see what they recommend. If you do find something I hope you post back. Good luck!
I've never had a DDB, but from my experience with other mastiff breeds I would expect head growth and filling out from about years 2-3 with little to no growth in height. Remember, weight does not mean muscle. Disregard the number on the scale and go by body condition. There are charts that can...
Fineand_Dandy, I suggest that you spend some time browsing the forum for posts from a member named Marke. He hasn't been around in quite some time, but he had some of the most athletic DDBs and Bullmastiffs I've ever seen and was extremely knowledgeable. I would also suggest contacting some...
He's getting so big! I love his crazy fur! Ella used to get all curly like that after a bath. Jiggers looks like he doesn't appreciate puppy shenanigans.
