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If you're able to acknowledge that, then that's an even bigger reason to not breed. Unless you're experienced enough to contribute positively and set a good example in preserving the breed, you'd just end up being "one of them". Know what I mean? Is anyone else pleasantly surprised by...

I would advise against it. Breeding because your dog has nice qualities is not reason enough to bring puppies into the world. Breeding should be done because you want to better the breed. Because you want to contribute to the gene pool. The only way you can contribute positively, is to prove...

LMAO!! Thank goodness for bigot dogs, huh (only wanting to have sex or procreate with their own race/kind). Hehehehe....

WHY DO WANT THEM TO BREED ON THE FIRST HEAT??? Seriously, ask the vet while you're at the office getting them altered. Not only are you breeding mutts ("multi-poo's"), but your doing so on the first heat, and seem to have no knowledge about dogs or breeding in general. You should have...

On the belly band issue - we purchased one tonight. I don't like how it is designed as the elastic bunches up and then his sheath pokes through and he's still be able to mark. It basically bunches up right in front of his hips and renders it useless. That was 30 bucks! Needless to say I'm taking...

I'm an obedience trainer, however, this little guy (my own!) has me stumped. Problem: marking indoors. I'm going to run everything passed you guys and I'd appreciate it if you all could point out what I'm missing. I have an almost 2 year old neutered male Jack Russell Terrier. We've had...

I'm sorry, but I have to challenge this. Reputable breeders that sell into show homes do so with the utmost of care. Your home would have been inspected, contracts would have been signed, etc. Usually, when selling a dog that is to remain intact for a few years the "owner" (you) will remain...

Those are signs of a normal heat, with OUT a breeding. However, an emergency spay would be in the best interest of this dog. If your family cannot provide a safe and fenced area, then she has no business remaining intact. Someone should enlighten your father about the REALITIES of owning a...

I totally agree that making this dog feel comfortable and secure should NOT involve hitting or "scaring" her. The best way to prevent a dog from being bad is to not set them up for failure. You are allowing this dog to fail. You have not taught her what is right. You also says she...

And right in the first paragraph is this sentence: Pretty bad when defects are included into a STANDARD contract.

As a business owner who knows the importance in putting out a GOOD first impression with my website, I find that site disturbing. If you feel that it is "none of anyone's business" (as I often hear when I inquire about the lack of credible info on a breeders website) to know information...

Then the dog was not healthy to begin with. I moved to Florida with my husband (from the west coast of Canada) and I flew my 6 year old lab cross down. She did fine. I then flew her and one of our jack russells up for christmas. Both did fine. I also flew to Texas (from Florida) to pick up my 13...

Rhino is actually a therapy dog. He has completed his CGC and TDI and works in hospitals and clinics that do IV treatments. He helps patients who are affraid of needles. It's amazing to see someone go from having a near melt down, to being able to handle an injection just by him sitting in their...

I have two Jack Russells, and I'm an obedience trainer. The thing you have to realize with this breed is that "training" is a concentrated mix of asking and persuading. Telling them, or forcing them will result in a revolt.. which is what you have. They are a cunning little dog and require a...

My male JRT was neutered yesterday. *happy dance* He is a star - an exceptional little guy! With the right handling he probably would have gone on to excel in the show ring and at hunt trials. It was because of this that I then sought out a female that could be a potential mate for him...

My male JRT was neutered yesterday. *happy dance* He is a star - an exceptional little guy! With the right handling he probably would have gone on to excel in the show ring and at hunt trials. It was because of this that I then sought out a female that could be a potential mate for him...

Keep in mind that feeding ANY meat products, cooked or not, with a high grain food (like MOST commercial kibbles) can cause digestive upset and poor nutritional absorption. Grain products digest at a MUCH slower rate then meat products, AND they raise the pH levels of the digestive tract...

Thank-you. I'm new here, and honestly, that thread kind of scared me. I realize now that that is not the "norm" here, and this post confirms that. I too have been in the center of a few heated online debates. In fact, if it can stay civil and unpersonal, I am all for an exchange of opinions...

Not only that, but there is a "terrible two" phase anywhere between 7-12 months old, where you may find yourself comepletely re-house training. Labs tend to be pretty sound when it comes to house training, so this toddler stage is usually more of a destructive one. But my Jack Russells...

I'm glad that your vet (outside of the shelter) has aged the dog. Go with that. I also agree that if the dog is showing signs of a respiratory illness, that it should not be exposed to outside dogs. Not only for their safety, but because a compromised immune system, plus an immune system...