Some day, you'll find someone who is completely obsessed with you... It'll probably be a dog but it is what it is ..read more

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What are you guys using to control ticks on your dogs? Mine is not a hunting dog but I've been pulling a lot of ticks out of her lately. Was going to get some meds but the reviews for every one of them include several instances of illness, seizures, and death. She's lyme vaccinated and toxoplasmosis is treatable. Almost seems like I'd rather risk tick born disease for free than to pay to risk immediate death. Topicals don't seem to have great reviews. Are they worth it? Want to hear what... Tick Prevention ..read more

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Have one I haven't used in 5 years. Free to the first one that wants it. You'll have to get a new battery since they can't be shipped by mail without an added expense ..read more

Here's something to stir the pot.... Is force fetch necessary? Why or why not ..read more

Second place finish in the prestigious Edna Morgan derby classic held Marienville today in the pouring rain. That's 2 trials and 2 placements for Hattie ..read more

Saturday our 80# setter got stung between two toes by a honey bee. About 20 min later he could not walk in a straight line and was foaming at the mouth. Vet was closed so I gave him a Benadryl and called the emergency vet who suggested a second pill based on his weight. We drove 20 min towards the clinic and stopped to check on him and thankfully he was back to his old self again. Crisis averted. I've had hunting dogs all my life and never had one react this way to a bee ( a single... Bee sting = allergic reaction ..read more

Here is the dosage for dogs. I've had to use it for a dog that got into a bees nest. For bees giving by mouth will work. For a poisonous snake bite injecting like you would for their yearly shots is best for quick action. This is not to counteract the venom of bees or snakes but to keep the airways open that will start swelling and cut off breathing ..read more

I have a 20 month old male american black lab and need to introduce an e-collar. He comes from a liine of field trial dog and is high energy. I checked on private lessons but they are out of my budget. I purchased a garmin sportspro for this training. I will need to do the training myself. I am looking for advise on a training manual or trusted internet site that has helped others. I have not used the collar yet, I do not want to spook him before I learn proper techniques and... E- collat training advice ..read more