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    Microfractures: any advice?

    My very active Lab sustained a microfracture to her front shoulder bone in September 2007. Given the location of the injury, putting a cast on her seems to be impossible. My vet recommended Metacam (anti-inflammatory) for the swelling and pain management, 2 weeks total rest and limiting her...
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    Canidae issues?

    Just an update--I switched my dog to Eagle Pack Holistic, which she loves. She stopped eating her poop almost immediately. Makes me question the Canidae even more. I'm pretty disappointed, since I had researched Canidae thoroughly, and thought it sounded great. Oh well. As others on the forum...
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    Canidae issues?

    I switched my Lab to Canidae All Life Stages two weeks ago. Se was on Hills ScienceDiet before--that is, until I read the ingredients. I find the Canidae smells awful (sorry to be graphic, but the bag I have smells like poop). Since I switched, my dog has started eating her own poo. This is...
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    Bathing dog inside

    I put my Lab directly in the shower, and kneel beside the shower to shampoo her (my shower is separate from the bath, which makes it easier). I use a large plastic container to rinse her well. I end up having to shower right afterwards, but it's a small consideration when you weigh the options...
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    Looks like fun! I will see if they ship to Canada (my location). Also, I just found out that I can get the Hide-a-squirrel shipped here (their website says no international in one place, then new international shipping in another). I hope it works, it's really cute. I went to my local store this...
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    She is able to walk on her own. The vet wants her to rest as much as possible, no exercise, no walks, no active play, only bathroom breaks in the back yard. But she is an active girl, used to at least 1 hr of exercise per day in addition to games of fetch etc. It's going to be rough, because she...
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    Thanks! At least the vet is giving me the chance to try and restrict her movements without putting her in a crate (she's never been in one, and I would be very curious to see what size of a crate I would need to contain a Lab! She's not fat, but she's a big girl!). I hadn't thought of the kong...
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    This is the cutest thing! I think Susie will love it. Thanks so much for the advice!
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    Thanks for the suggestions. She loves stuffed animals, so I think I will take your tip and search for something more interactive that doesn't involve too much action. Also, frozen bones are a great idea! I'll give it a shot!!! Thanks a million!
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    How to occupy a busy dog during convalescence?

    I just found out that my very busy Lab has sustained a microfracture. My vet has recommended 30 days of total rest, no exercise at all, so that she can heal. We are respecting this as best we can, but my dog is going out of her mind. She normally gets at least a one-hour walk period per day, and...
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