A practice film to learn how to edit, thanks to Marianne aka Cinnamontic for all the tech advice! Madi is nearly a year old now & in December last year she had a Triple Pelvic Osteotomy to correct hip dysplasia, it was really hard for her as she had to rest for 2 months & we had to support her with a sling when she went outside for even a few mins, this film was taken before her operation & after walks she was always lame, now she runs around full of life with no pain, it’s a joy to watch her growing up happy. I’ll try to post some more vids soon Video Rating: 5 / 5
This is a tribute to our two dogs, Shayna and Teddy. {Song Used} ~ With You {Artist} ~ Sum41 Background: Shayna – Shayna lived 14 years. She was diagnosed with Hip Dysplasia and could barely walk. My mom adopted her when she was SUPPOSED to go to target all those years ago. She was the only female puppy in the litter. She was very intelligent and would never hurt anybody. She was a Queensland heeler and Labrador mix. Teddy – Teddy lived 14 years. She was adopted from this family who couldn’t keep her anymore. Teddy was diagnosed with Heart Disease and coughed a lot and had trouble breathing. When we had gotten her she was very protective of herself but soon she became more friendly and was very sweet. She loved running around. She was a Terrier and Cocker Spaniel mix. Mom, Dad, Sissy and I all miss Shayna and Teddy. We will never forget you both, Ever. Comments and Rating will be appreciated. Dear YouTube; DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THE SONG USED IN THIS VIDEO BUT I OWN AND PHOTOGRAPHED THESE PICTURES! Video Rating: 5 / 5
Question by Woin Oinss: Petstore dogs… any potential?
Okay. I know petstores are the harbor place for puppy mills, back yard breeders, etc. I know they’re over-priced dogs that have little value for that money besides their companionship.
… usually..
Now, I’m from New York. We don’t have many pet stores that actually sell dogs around where I’m from, but the ones that do are quite frankly rank and I would never even step foot in there if I weren’t educated on their issues.
I’ve never come across a pet store that actually had … morals.. of any sort.
But I’m currently in Virginia Beach on a vacation to visit my brother and sister-in-law.
Well yesterday we went to one of the malls, and ended up going into the pet store to see if we could find a toy for their current dog, a male Basset Hound.
We ended up looking at two of the dogs that they had: a Siberian Husky [purely for myself] and a Basset Hound [potential companionship for their Basset].
It ended up being this:
Both dogs were more expensive than the Sibe breeders I’ve been in contact with in the past in regards to their dogs. And these are Sibe breeders that I’ve heard nothing but good things about.
They both came with a pedigree – not a tough feet. Plenty of BYBs have pedigrees for their dogs.
They both came with a one year health guarantee – I’ve never come across a pet store with a health guarantee [then again, I'm from upstate new york]. But a one year health guarantee isn’t that good. Hip Dysplasia comes up after 2 years of age, usually.
They come with a contract – you’re supposed to get the dog neutered/spayed around 6 months of age. Okay. Getting a little worried here…
They do a *background* check on the new owners. They call your vet, they call your references, and they do a criminal check before considering you for sale. Of course, they also do a credit check if you’re asking for financing on the dogs [which, apparently, was the big cahuna there. they advertised that like water in a drought].
What really got me was that they would be willing to let us visit the places the dogs were bred at. The woman that had brought the pups out to let us visit ended up staying to talk with us after the Sibe. She gave us a run-down on what they hold for regulations on the breeders, and the health regulations on the dogs. They don’t sell dogs that come from homes that breed more than two breeds.
Now… I’m not considering getting a dog from them. It was nice to play with the pups and reminisce on when my Sibe was a pup, but I’ll be sticking to reputable breeders, rescues, or shelters. I don’t like taking that risk.
But I know my brother, and I know he doesn’t listen to what I have to say on dogs. I’ve tried to get it into his head that, although his male was a breeding male [which he was. he was also stuck in the kennel with the female 24/7. how's that for quality breeding?], and although he came with a pedigree – that doesn’t mean he should be trying to stud him out now. He’s too short, his tail isn’t held correctly ever, his legs/knees [whichever term] knuckle over, and his feet face out to the sides too much. He doesn’t have the temperament for a Basset Hound, either.
But. I’m a 17 year old, soon-to-be Freshman in College, who doesn’t hold a “degree” in dogs or any sort of “qualifying position”, so I don’t know what I’m talking about. -_-
Back to the point:
They’re likely going to be looking at this pet store for another dog if they do choose to get one.
With the knowledge stated above [1 year health guarantee, background check, visitation ability, etc], would they be making a **decent** decision on where to get another dog?
They can’t go to the shelter to get a dog because they’d have to neuter their male, and my brother doesn’t want to do that.
Obviously, a reputable breeder is a better choice, as is a rescue and shelter, but they think reputable breeders are overrated [and ruin the breeds, apparently], and they can’t go to a rescue/shelter.
But is it the worst choice they could make? [With the exception of flat-out going to a puppy mill.]
Please read the entire thing if you’re going to answer.
I AM NOT BUYING THIS DOG. Jesus. I don’t even buy toys from stores that sell dogs.
Jayse – Like I said, they had regulations for the breeders. My brother told her that their current Basset was in the kennel with the female 24/7, and she quite literally freaked out and started bashing on them. She brought us a binder with the regulations they had for their breeders. None of their breeders are allowed to breed a female more than once every two years.
cjrossi – I’d mentioned they couldn’t go to the rescue or shelter because my brother flat out refuses to neuter his male because he’s “a breeder dog” and should “always be a breeder dog” [his words]. Shelters/Rescues don’t sell to homes with unfixed dogs. At least not around here.
Jen – They’re called “Pet-Go-Round”, I believe. They don’t have any actual information on their site besides the pups, though. >_>
Thank you to those of you who gave info instead of just insults.
Chrissy – a health guarantee from a reputable breeder is generally for the entirety of the dog’s life. At least it is with the two Sibe breeders I’m in contact with. And a reputable breeder always has it so that a pet-quality dog has to be altered before a certain age.
Okay, before anyone else suggests I refer him to a reputable breeder, can I re-point out that he does not like breeders that do health tests [such as hip dysplasia], show their dogs, and overall have actual quality dogs. He believes that they are ruining the dogs, breeding *more* health problems into the blood, and are using them for money.
Go figure.
But instead of telling me to do something that’s not going to happen for years, it would be more beneficial to give links for information about neutering benefits. After all, it’s the only thing keeping them from being able to go to the shelter or a rescue.
cjrossi – maybe you should have read the question? I asked whether or not it was a potentially decent decision for them to make, not where they should get a dog.
Nowhere did I “berate” anybody for giving me information about reputable breeders I already knew.
Rotts – he has yet to get the opportunity to actually stud his dog, thank god. He’s posted everywhere he thought of: craigslist, kijiji, facebook [boy did we get into an argument over facebook!], but no one’s taken him up on the offer thankfully. I’m hoping that’s the way it stays, and he ends up giving up his tirade and getting him neutered. It’ll be a long wait, though.
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Answer by Anna Bell-uhm If you do this, you are a puppy mill supporter. PETA will get you and kill you.
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Question by simoniz: hip displasia in golden retrievers?
my dog is a lab/retriever/chow mix and earlier today i found her on the ground with her hind quarters tucked under her body as far as it would go but her tail was curled up over her back, like it usually is, but higher than usual and was oviously frightened and in pain. but a few minutes later, she perked back up again. Are these the symptoms of hip dysplasia? If not, what could it be? should I take her to get an X-ray?
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Answer by xmillerphotos Labrador Retrievers are prone to hip dysplasia along with older Goldens. I would suggest telling your vet and asking for x-rays. It can become a problem, and it is painful. If she does have hip dysplasia then the only thing you can do is pain medications I believe.
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Question by Rae: What is the perfect dog for me?
I am a single mid-20’s girl. I am purchasing my first house in a semi-nice neighboorhood, however there is still a little crime. I have owned dogs before so I am familiar with a lot of breeds.
What kind of dog would you suggest I get?
It must be protective, and eventually a good dog to have around children. I would like a dog with low maintence (brushing/grooming) I run daily so the dog will get plenty of exercise.
I would prefer a larger breed, however without medical problems (my rottweiler had hip dysplasia)
I have recovered. You witnessed Corgi’s first days after her FHO surgery. You watched her progress back to a healthy dog. It was hard work for all of us. Thanks everyone for allowing us to share this with you. We are so grateful to the Vet and YES, Corgi. She was a trooper through all of it. We’ll keep you updated from time to time. Video Rating: 0 / 5
www.freewebs.com here is the link again. It is always very heartbreaking when something goes wrong with our dogs. The agility community is full of kind and caring people, and we are all like a family. And just like any other family when one person is in need of help, everyone else joins in to help out. Any way that anyone can help Shelly and Striker, will be greatly appreciated. They were an amaziiiing team and they have left a lasting impression on all of our hearts. Video Rating: 5 / 5
Question by Got Boxer? Starts puppy high!: what are some reasons besigner dogs, and byb is unhealthy and wrong?
DESIGNER dog disasters are flooding animal shelters, dumped because of deformities, disease, and overshot jaws.
The fad varieties, which include cross-breeds such as Labradoodles, Cavoodles and Pugaliers, are too often being bred with genetic faults, experts say.
And a surge in demand for designer dogs has resulted in production-line breeding, causing health problems for dogs and their puppies.
The Animal Welfare League and South Australian Canine Association have called for regulations on cross-breeding to stamp out the health problems.
Animal Welfare League spokeswoman Donna Sullivan said its shelter received designer-dog disasters daily, including puppies with genetic defects and others that had been used excessively for breeding.
“Their reproductive systems are so overworked to feed the want for `designer dogs’, their mammary glands are loose or enlarged and occasionally the uterus of an overworked dog sits outside the body,” she said.
“They are abandoned when they are unable to produce more pups.”
Ms Sullivan said the designer crossbreeds came from unregistered breeders who were under no obligation to limit the number of litters they forced their dogs to have. “The parent dogs in many cases have no paperwork to guarantee they have no genetic health disorders,” she said.
Sue Whelan, who runs the Hahndorf Interim Animal Shelter, said designer cross-breeding was a massive industry with no rules to stop faults being bred.
“Our records over the last seven years show a dramatic increase in these designer dogs ending up at our shelter with all kinds of defects,” she said.
“There is a whole pet farming industry and you don’t really know what has been crossed with what and a lot of these dogs aren’t bred responsibly,” she said.
“Most of the time they come in totally matted because people are buying these cute and fluffy poodle crosses and not realising they need to be almost sheared like a sheep at least twice a year. We clip them back and find all these problems with their shoulders and hips and jaws.”
SA Canine Association president John Carter said he was “fed up” with overpriced crossbreeds and their associated problems.
“We have spent years literally breeding out the faults in dogs and here these people are just putting dogs together and breeding the problems back in,” he said.
“We’re talking hip dysplasia, eye problems, temperament problems – all kinds of things.
“And they are not under the control of anybody. Pedigree breeders are disciplined if they breed a dog under 12 months of age or use a mother and son or father and daughter.”
Mr Carter said puppy farms had become money-making ventures where thousands could be paid for “what is essentially a mongrel”.
“These people have no conscience – they aren’t dogs to them, they are animals,” he said.
State Government Dog and Cat Management Board chief executive Deb Kelly said all breeders – whether pedigree or crossbred – had a responsibility to ensure they were producing healthy animals.
“In relation to genetic deformities, it is something we are monitoring and if there is a need to regulate, we would be making such recommendations to the minister,” she said.
are their anythat arent stated in here? im writing a paper, and if you guys could add anymore reasons that would be great! thanks
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Answer by snowflake311 Honestly a mix breed should not be unhealthy. The reason they are is because the people breeding these so called “Designer dogs” are not good breeders. They are not doing healthy checks on the bitches and studs they breed. These so called breeders are in it for the money. They don’t care what the out come is or where the pups end up. That’s the problem. Mixing breeds is not the problem it is how it is being done.
I think it is stupid for anyone to pay top dollar for a mutt first of all. I have a border collie lab mix. She was a pound pup born on the street. She is 14 years old and still going strong. So it’s not the fact they are mutts that make them unhealthy.
It comes down to poor breeding. The same reason why many Cockers have so many health problem, or why so many Dalmatian are deaf, and why we see so many German shepherds with bad hips. It’s because people are over breeding and doing it to make a quick buck. It’s awful and wrong. I wish people would leave the breeding up to people that care and know what they are doing.
Here is the entire dog family happy to have Corgi back. Well, almost. It has been one month on 6/9/09. We have come a long way. Matter of fact, the recovery process is much worse than the surgery. It is constant work, but a task of Love, nonetheless. Daisy is crazy. Corgi making up her bed. Video Rating: 0 / 5
Question by alegna: What is the best brand/company for Glucosamine vitamin?
My dog was diagnosed with Hip Dysplasia two months ago. The vet said it’s at a moderate stage, so I started her on glucosamine vitamins. (The vet bill just to perform x-rays and tests was tremendous!! almost one thousand. But that is the responsibility that comes with having a pet! ) I informed the vet that I purchased glucosamine vitamins them over the counter at the pet store, he didn’t offer any recommendations when I told him that I was giving her glucosamine vitamins.
So for the last two months, I have been giving my dog “NaturVet” Glucosamine DS Time Release with MSM and Chondrotin. I also supplement her with NuturVet multi-vitamins for adult dogs.
I was wondering if anyone knows what company or brand of vitamins are quality vitamins and work effectively for a pet.
My dog has been a lot better since I first noticed symptoms of her hip problem, she showed a lot of pain in the beginning, but now she seems fine other than that she can’t jump or play vigourously anymore.
She has Rimadyl when I feel that she is in pain.
Hopfully the glucosamine and vitamins that I give her slows down the hip dysplasia. I feel that it does, but who knows, miracles happen : )
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Answer by wherewhenwhatwhywho Syn flex I have been giving my 18 year old cat syn flex for quite a long time. At one point before I started giving it to her she had arthritis so bad that she could barely move. It is good for cats and dogs and humans. Syn flex is a liquid and contains glucosamine, boswellin, shark cartilage, omega 3 and yucca. Its is a bit expensive but it lasts a long time.
http://www.activexamerica.com/index.php
Also I think Syn flex is good to prevent future problems.
Glucosamine, proper nutrition and exercise can help maintain healthy joints in dogs and slow the onset of arthritis. Dr. Colleen Smith discusses diet and supplements that will help dogs (and cats) with arthritis. Visit www.holisticpetinfo.com for more pet health videos. Video Rating: 5 / 5
Trying to save money on hydrotherapy by doing it in our pool. June 17, 2007. I lost Fagin to bloat Oct ‘07.
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