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Alls not lost JACKIE. Immediately pick the stool up and give a treat. It's because she's been caged so long. Hopefully the treat will soon end this habit. Tell her she's a very good girl when picking the stool up and giving her the treat. I've never had this happen but apparently it's quite common in puppy farm dogs and could be due to poor nutrition. Hope this helps.
Anne.
PS. If you catch her eating her waste, be sure to say "NO, naughty girl" and of course no treat.0 -
Hi, ooooo, poo eating. Poor Betty.0
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So I know I have been popping in and out today. I left very early for the 7am Tai Chi and Qigong class. I stayed until 9am and then did a bit of shopping for my friend who just had the ankle fusion surgery. Stood in line at the post office for a while and then drove out to my friend’s home. Her hubby needed to do some errands so I stayed with her for a few hours. Gosh, no matter how she feels she can carry on a great conversation. I picked up a CBD oil capsule product for her. The health food store has ramped up its selection of CBD oil products. I was very surprised at the proliferation of products. But the clerk helped me sort through them as I described my friend’s pain relief needs as well as all her allergies and sensitivities. Many capsules, gummies as well as the differing oils and creams. I got her Plus +CBD oil hemp soft gels with 15mg C80 per serving. CV Sciences distributes the product. So a dizzying array of choices!
I also received my food order today finally. Only one item is missing. I hope to get a refund for it. The company is in California and this will be my one order. I received free shipping for this order but the normal shipping for the items I selected is $199. Yes, that is just the postage cost! Yipes.
I was just going to send a friend a birthday text. Oops. Her birthday was yesterday. Oh well. She is always busy so a day late isn’t bad I guess. I doubt she will respond to me. She is on Facebook but hates to be mentioned there.
Patsy, I am sorry you are having problems contacting your daughter. I hope things will work out. It is cold and gray here this afternoon. I think of your weather when we have days like this. It is probably not fair to tag your area as cold, wet and gray. Now you can tag us without whatever label,you would like to use!
Sandy, you are so wise. We know you want to help Babe but a super decision to hand off the information. Otherwise you would have been accused of meddling I am sure. So you are spending Thanksgiving with you son and wife and the cute little kiddos? That sounds good.
Anne, what day will the travelers return? Next week? I know so many people who are flying somewhere this week. Many will not return until someday next week. How are your neighbors? Mr. Wood stacker? Still adding to the pile?
Jeri, oh my goodness, so much going on with your family. Thanks for getting us caught up a bit. Hope to see you once in a while. I always look for you on Facebook too.
Hugs dear Sneakers. Back to work! Mah Mongg tomorrow. Wahoo!!
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Oh my! Do I have the same news Jackie...Katie has/had this problem as well. It seems to happen for a while and we try to clean Katie’s poo area quite frequently. Then she stops when she gets interested in other activities. It isn’t a nutrition thing because Katie has vitamins daily, she gets a great diet. We bury her stools out in an area that’s not available to her. But there are times when this condition returns and drives us crazy. Katie is healthy, she has always had a good diet, she has a huge fenced in back yard to run in and out at will. She gets daily games of ball for exercise. But still, for some reason, she will decide to eat poo! If you find a long term solution, let me know. There is no solution for rolling in deer poo. Just shampoo and big deep sighs! Got to love these pups! They keep us on our toes, trying to keep them happy and healthy.
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I'm just curious PATSY because I know Katie is VERY well cared for as is Betty now, but before you found her was she a puppy farm puppy, or like Jilly Bean did she come from a private home where she lived inside with her Mom, her brothers, and the human family? Maybe being born in a human home helps in puppies not picking up bad habits? Not a very pleasant subject to be sure, but certainly very interesting! I wonder if early man did this in the distant evolutionary chain, ugh. Glad I'm not early man or Lucy! Jilly lets me know when she's pooped. No, not a brilliant dog at all, the little monkey knows she'll get a treat for pooping, so up she runs, tail wagging, "hey Anne, look what I've done" sort of thing.
LIN - the wanderers don't return for another 10 days. A super holiday for them, three weeks in all. The wood pile HAS been made a bit neater and decreased somewhat with the wintry blast. My other neighbours problems continue, poor Marie. Her husband may have to have a bypass which the docs are reluctant to do because of his memory illness. Something to do with blood flow I THINK during the operation making it dangerous. There's always something isn't there!!! When we hit a patch of things going right we are so blessed!
It was nice to read JERI again although the family news was sad!
Well I'm all pooped out you might say after a busy day,
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Pooped out Anne, oh dear that made me laugh!
The first time I caught Betty eating you know what I thought she was playing as she ran past me with it and I managed to get her to drop it. Of course I realise my response now has her eating immediately before I can get close and this afternoon it was frustrating because we had just got back from a walk and she walked in, pee'd on the carpet then did the rest in a corner so before I had time to grab a poo bag it was gone! You are right of course, I must forget my disgust and find a way to encourage her to leave alone.
Patsy from what I've read this evening it seems it could be she lacked nutrition when she had puppies but also got a taste for it when cleaning the pups bottoms. The way she craves food constantly tells me she wasn't fed enough of anything in the past. Katie might just be doing what comes naturally like wolves in the wild covering their tracks. One recommendation is meat tenderiser sprinkled on their food which gives the poo a dreadful taste so puts them off. Selfishly Patsy I'm glad I'm not alone in this... sorry!! I'll let you know what the vet says so hopefully we can guide our wayward pups in a different direction.
Anne, I wonder if there is a chance Marie's husband has memory loss because of blood circulation problems starving his brain. If he can have the operation it might help. Just a thought.
Back to my research!!
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JACKIE, I'll mention what you surmise to Marie about her husbands D condition. He sees the cardiac chap tomorrow.
One thing, we might be a small band of pilgrims but collectively one of us will have gone through something similar to someone else and it really helps to know we are not alone however bizarre the problem. Remember girls, men and dogs are not immune to corruption and unsavoury behaviour, and flattery and treats go a long way in solving both! Lol.
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Connection problems for a change! Saw my doctor this morning, and when he saw my swollen ankles and feet, he finally ordered a battery of blood tests which I have asked for almost every time I see him!
JACKIE, what on earth is Coprophagia? Poor little Betty has had a very abusive past!
.........................Always Believe Something Wonderful is About to Happen!........................
Can't keep eyes open so I'll try making it a much better hour tomorrow!
I hope Thursday will be a lovely day for ALL, favorite or not! I'm sorry I listened to everyone!
Buzz
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Happy Tuesday!
A bright sunny day which always helps with moods. I am going with friends today for half price appetizers and a drink. There is this lovely restaurant that sits on the river and even though it is cold outside it is warm inside. My son is in NY on business and with tomorrow being Lisa's BD I will probably go with her and the boys for lunch and/or snack before bingo. My son will get in late tomorrow night so he will be with us for Thanksgiving.
Buzz, I am glad your doctor is finally ordering the blood tests, why don't they like to listen to us? Was there even a dry eye in the place when the chaplain and his wife received your gifts?
Anne, sort of like the old saying a way to a man's heart is through his stomach? lol What a wonderful vacation your son and Mary Jo are on, three weeks of rest and relaxation.
Jackie, I did have a dog that ate his poop but I can't remember which one, although I am thinking it was our rescue. They do make stuff to put in their dog food to make it taste awful so I am thinking that is what the vet will recommend. Not that I can remember, but I am pretty sure it helped with our dog.
Patsy, maybe the pups are bored or just marking their own territory. Have you or Jackie tried getting one of those rubber things that you put treat in to make it difficult for them to get them out? BTW, I saw a ball on Facebook that rolls by itself and I am thinking it would be great for Daisy.
https://loomrack.com/products/magic-roller-ball-toy?variant=14092242124843&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_s7fBRDrARIsAGEvF8RTNOmJq5eGZbVBMKmN6cXeR6jBJEmiCqKqeb8y1zqjQ591SmryPzsaAiZIEALw_wcB
I am sure they can be found cheaper on Amazon.
Lin, you are a good friend to spend time with your housebound friend. Your ears might be sore from all her talking but I am sure she was so grateful for the company.
Have a great day everyone,
Sandy
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Another cold day so this morning I took the dogs to the local woods for their walk as it's sheltered and out of the wind. George loved to kick through the fallen leaves while Betty investigated smells and I took in the beautiful scenery now everything is so bright without cataracts. The visit to the vet went well with everything healing from spaying and dental work and I was given advice on watching out for eye problems, something Pugs are prone to. She is fat rather than muscular but the vet said regular exercise will sort that and as for the poo eating, it is more than likely because she wasn't fed a decent diet while producing puppies so given time and regular healthy meals she may stop... no guarantees though!! This might mean Patsy that Katie learned the behaviour at a very young age but no point dwelling on why because it does seem quite common in dogs as well as many other mammals.
Sandy, that fluffy ball looks fun but I can see George being scared of such a toy while Betty has no idea what toys are for especially squeaky ones that seem to worry her. Have a lovely time with your ladies who lunch!
The fire is lit but I still feel cold so will find a throw for my legs.
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FYI....Babe just told me it was one of our OES that had the same habit as Betty. He said he outgrew it in time, so just be patient. 0
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It looks like you are on the right track with Betty JACKIE by what the vet says. It will take enormous patience, but if you continue letting her know her behaviour is unacceptable as in saying NO, Betty, and only rewarding her when she clues in with "Good little girl Betty" I think you will have both problems over with in no time. For a start, she is now getting good food and nutrition and won't need to supplement her diet! I can quite imagine your frustration though! Hang in! I'll have a little bet with you, all will be normal in your household by the New Year as her happy life with Jackie, George and the puss's kicks in. She is one enormously lucky little creature and soon she will reward you.
It was absolutely FREEZING here today, and Jill and I didn't linger outside. We made it to the mail boxes though which is hit or miss for mail because the mailmen are on strike. Huge back load of parcels at the depots apparently which non delivery won't make for some happy Christmas's. This is one of the reasons I've given up on mailing Christmas cards this year. I DID find a letter saying it was from Revenue Canada though stating they need to check up on what I paid in property taxes. They are asking that I write down on the forms (they haven't sent) my social insurance number. No forms are enclosed however, but a telephone number. I don't pay property taxes of course so I am assuming it's another scam.
Michael checked on the address I'm supposed to reply to with all my information, and although in the correct city destination he says the address is slightly off. I'll show it to Mark when he gets home, but if I disappear in the next 30 days (time limit, or I could, quote, face a huge tax bill which of course I couldn't pay) I'm sitting in some Canadian detention centre.
Our elderly parents will never know how lucky they were never to have encountered all these trials and tribulations of modern living.
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Good afternoon. Today has been busy again. I made a trip to Trader Joe’s early this morning and then when I got home I put together three gift bags for my Mah Jongg buddies with the dried apples they all liked so much and a handmade Thanksgiving card. Then off to play Mah Jongg. We had a lovely time and my friends were happily surprised with the treat I brought for them. There were hugs all around as we left. It was very nice. Got some lunch, then off for a haircut and then to the library. Home now until my Tai Chi and Qigong classes tomorrow morning. I will probably stop for some gas as well since the price has come down. I have the few things I will take to my friend’s house for Thanksgiving.
Sandy, what fun to go out with friends with bargain appetizers and a beautiful restaurant. I hope you enjoy yourself. And another fun event tomorrow with Lisa and the kids! Wow, and then Thanksgiving. You are our social butterfly I think.
Patsy, Jackie, and Anne, I have no advice for the doggie poo issue. I suppose there is not one best solution in all cases. My dogs never went after their own poo but oh Lord, rabbit pellets, watch out! Scarf and gulp!! I never did find a solution to that one.
Buzz, I am glad your doctor finally paid some attention to you. It is insane to have to work so hard to get to get care for our symptoms. I hope a solution is found. Hugs.
Well my fellow Pilgrims, it is wonderful to have friends on our journey. Hugs all round.
Lin
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Legs lousy. Takes all day just to walk 20 feet so I'm using the wheelchair to dinner.. Very late as usual. JACKIE, I figured it out so don't bother explaining! Thank you all for the encouragement! This too shall pass----and no, SANDY, not a dry eye! They were dumbfounded! Buzz 1
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Good day before the day of the feast (in the United States). People traveling, roads already filling with folks getting a head start. As for me, I will do the usual Tai Chi classes and perhaps fill the car with gas. Didn’t get to that yesterday. We will see.
Buzz, I am sorry your day was so difficult. Praying for better days to come. Hugs.
Anne, such a lovely long vacation! Wow. I have never gone on such a long trip. Must be lovely but I think I would be missing my home. And you will definitely have a relationship with those green friends. I can see them smiling at you. And they are busily producing extra oxygen for you.
Jackie, hello to you and all creatures great and small in your care. We had a puppy mill raided a little while ago and I was horrified to hear many of the dogs didn’t even have water. They were in open pens commonly used or hogs, all filthy and with matted fur. So sad. I think 150+ dogs, all Samoyeds. They are splitting up the dogs among various shelters. None are up for adoption. Authorities must finish their investigation and the dogs must be evaluated and treated for any problems. Makes me want to adopt one. Since they have always been in groups they probably would not be happy as a single dog.
Sandy, time for Lisa’s lunch today? Did you have a nice time yesterday?
Patsy, good morning. Sending hugs to you and John and Katie.
Must get moving.
All best is my wish for you.
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Well good morning and it wasn't a scam after all. I'm laughing here because Mikes just text me "do you want your horseshoe back". Genuine revenue letter, and I think I got a refund earlier because I reported rent paid as usual, but the refund was larger than usual and I think what's happened my brilliant landlord who's blissfully sailing the Caribbean put down his property tax payment on his form instead of my rent thus causing the two tax returns not to match. I hope he gets back soon because I've only a few days to get a written explanation from him to them. Think I'll have to pay back $200 or $300! Merry Christmas!
Dreadful what some humans do to animals LIN. Dreadful and horrifying. We hear what goes on in the western world, IF discovered, but I can't bear to think what goes on everywhere else. The plants, which were all leaning sideways straining for light are now all happily standing upright. I hope I don't get lumbered because Jilly Bean needs room for zoomies and it's funny living in the Amazon with snow outside. No room for the Christmas tree at this point! Who knows we might encounter a mountain gorilla in there or even better, Tarzan.! "Me Jane", sort of thing.
So I guess you USA gals are all busy making stuffing and baking pumpkin pies? Maybe not! I'm thinking fruit cake soaked in Brandy but not really in the mood today!
BUZZ, I too hope you are feeling much, much better. Hello to busy PATSY, SANDY and JERI and our JACKIE striding the moors with her trusty hounds.
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No striding the moors this morning Anne because we had a heavy frost and I don't like driving on the ice that appears after such a cold night. Instead we walked in the village before Scruff's mum popped in for coffee and to meet Betty who she says is much cuter than her photos show even though she was nervous and hid behind me! We've had a lovely catch up but sad to report dear Scruff has been fitting but so far the vet can't find why. Jill showed me a video she had recorded to give the vet and its very sad to see. The next step will be an MRI scan at a specialist vetinary hospital at great expense but luckily she has pet insurance. Both my pooches snoozing so I'm relaxing for an hour.
Sandy, thank Babe from me for his the poo discussion input which like Anne's comments, I've found encouraging.
Lin, unfortunately there are many puppy farms in most countries we don't know exist until stories like yours come out. Jill was telling me
this morning she has heard lots of horror stories at local dog shows. Of course you could adopt 2 Samoyeds to keep each other company... just kidding!
Buzz, I hate to read that your legs are giving you so much pain especially when it wasn't so long ago you bought your swimming outfit and planned pool time. Feel better soon lovely lady.
Anne, reading yesterday's post I was convinced you were being scammed but thank goodness you checked rather than just throw the letter away which cynical old me would have done! MJ is going to be so grateful for the healthy plants she's coming home to. You don't know, she might continue the TLC treatment so they continue to look shiny and happy once home.
My hour of feet up is over but it looks stormy outside so I'll get some housework done.
Jackie
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Happy Wednesday! Sorry to say I passed on going to lunch with Lisa today. She wants to go after Max naps and there just wouldn't be enough time. We will celebrate tomorrow with the ice cream cake I have ordered for dessert. I have a couple of errands to run today and then to bingo. We had a great time yesterday, it is always nice to be with friends.
Jackie, how sad to hear about Scruff, I did not know he was suffering with seizures. I do hope they can find out why and help him, thank goodness for dog insurance. We had it for our two OES and on Daisy but when I left Babe stopped paying and I have no idea why. It sure helped with the other pups since they both had hip replacements.
Anne, can't you just call the company and tell them Mark is on vacation and will handle it when he comes back?
Lin, I can't even watch those kinds of things with animals, it just breaks my heart. There are some people on Facebook that post pictures of tortured animals and I want to scream at them to stop showing things like that to encourage more stupid people.
Buzz, what did the doctor say about your legs? Did you get any results?
Patsy, busy getting ready for the holiday?
Have a great day.
Sandy
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JACKIE. Poor little Scruff and such a happy little dog. Epilepsy?0
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Anne, all Scruff's organs are being tested in case of toxicity as although she seems to lose use of her back legs when it happens nerve damage can't be detected so yes, the next thought is neurological. Jill feels each fit is less severe but I wonder if it's a case of getting used to seeing them. The rest of the time Scruff is her usual manic self!!
Jackie0
