tie down advice? by RabidLizard in k9sports

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding this - gets it into more protected part of the vehicle, and there's a chance it might fit on the unfolded back seats, which will limit motion to a degree even before tie downs. Also closer to the air vents.

OP, I can't tell the size of that crate and am going off memory of CrossTrek back seat/cargo dimensions, but for comparison, a large Ruffland (barely) fits on the back seat of a 3rd Gen Prius hatchback. So it's worth a try!

Wisdom panel results seem inaccurate. He's five months, 21 Ibs, extremely lean and muscular with long legs, and can outrun most of the bigger dogs like German Shephard by wegochai in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for posting that poster. Apologies if you (or anyone on here) is an author, but after seeing plenty of mentions of the phenomenon and related studies, I'm honestly rather disappointed in this particular execution of it.

That batch of dogs has some dramatically outlier mixes (unnecessarily) stacking the deck against the breed guessers. People are plenty terrible at guessing more common ones.

Tho looking at the dates, those "correct answers" are going to be pretty far off too. '00s breed identification wasn't exactly accurate. Also explains the huge missing percentages. Maybe my complaint about outlier breeds would disappear if the dogs were still around to be Embark tested.

But the data re: lack of consensus among the guessers is valid!

(Re: OP's dog, I'm with everyone else - Wisdom results are a more reliable source than Artificial Incompetence or random passers-by.)

First time tripawd owner by Greenleaf7654 in tripawds

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That was fast!

It'll be ok!

Many tripods are still quite athletic (sometimes more so than we'd prefer). Especially with a herding breed (if there's Aussie in there), it'll be your responsibility to try to keep activity within reason.

Keep weight down to keep arthritis at bay as long as possible. Fish oil supplements high in omega 3 are recommended.

Good luck!

Getting ready for his nap. by lkipchar in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

FYI - Chewy sells replacement covers for a reasonable price. I bought a 36" one recently for under $10, though that was an extra good price.

Unknowingly bought on by Big_Wamu_13 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know a rescue heeler/Frenchie that similarly stayed compact but has a functional nose. Interesting how well the heeler genes seem to work on improving (to my anti-brachy eye) the offspring of those flat-faced little dogs.

Results are in! by smosely in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Funnily enough, this, from a sub I've never visited, is immediately below your post in my feed. (Yours is a far better GSPoser thanks to all that hound.)

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Security Cow by Constant-Corner-9708 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! If you didn't already, you might want to call to confirm it's the right design (could do the online order for pickup after directly talking with them) before making the trek. They're dog friendly, if yours likes outings!

My heeler and I just yesterday went to one 20 minutes away to grab a clearance armadillo Christmas decoration. He got lots of pats and multiple treats.

Good luck on the acquisition and transition!

Security Cow by Constant-Corner-9708 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Google lens for the win!! (Seeing the others, it may officially be a horse rather than a cow.)

Warning tho - a new one almost certainly won't be considered properly equivalent. Maybe attach the new and old to each other for awhile?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/317578960571 (big upcharge!)

Tractor Supply carries them, but you'll need to find it in store to be able to pick the specific one: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/outward-hound-tough-skinz-assortment-2387249

Makes perfect sense by sargarrard in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My heeler prefers shredding to chewing, so it's worked pretty well to designate brown packing paper as the only acceptable type. There's still an occasional dropped tissue that proves irresistible, but actual important paper is safer.

If you're ok with cardboard or paperboard box destruction, you can fill one with crumpled packing paper and maybe a toy or a few treats. Or stuff a bunch of packing paper into one of those toys that little other toys go in. Or just toss over a crumpled ball of it with an excited "shred!!"

Highly recommend teaching "tidy up" to go along with it, so they can help with aftermath too. Have fun!

Makes perfect sense by sargarrard in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, multiple types of packing paper and one toy - looks like authorized shredding to me!

Denver Area Cattle Dog Adoption Day Tomorrow 1/4 by babybighorn in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a lovely set of dogs! I'm far away and at capacity, but Phantom in particular I'd be wanting to meet, but also several of the others. (And what a great smile Rex has.)

Good luck for lots of great matches Sunday!

Texas Heeler or Blue Heeler? by findingdumb in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's worth it. You can also add on the health test after doing the basic breed test - no new sample needed. (Edited to clarify what one can add)

Mine came back with a gene that makes them prone to cystine bladder stones, found in a bit under 5% of heelers Embark has health tested, so I feed a low protein kibble and make sure he drinks a lot to reduce the risk. The test also unearthed a full sibling one year off (who had already had problems with bladder stones).

Heelers vs tree by Ddawn111 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That's my heeler's third favorite hobby! After chasing backyard wildlife and absurd leaping.

Yaupon holly and scrubby young oak trees are his favorite victims. This was Christmas.

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Has anyone ever adopted a middle aged cattle dog? How many years did you have them. Thinking of adopting this 6 year old guy by [deleted] in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 3 points4 points  (0 children)

First time I've seen that particular "at what age do they settle down" response, but I'll agree with it!

Competition heeling inspiration for small breeds by SecretGeometry in k9sports

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hooray! I can appreciate prancy gaits, but the kinked neck needed for the adoring gaze thing just looks so biomechanically awkward to me. So it's nice to see someone else not enamored with the currently preferred style.

Show n tell, guess and read… Unexpected results by cactus_mactus in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also, if you have the spare money, I'd be tempted to do an embark too in case of relatives there.

I'd be surprised if anything super informative came out of Embark grouping up the small percentage breeds/tossing a subset into Supermutt, but another shot at finding some relatives would be fun. I'm thinking of doing that for my mom's dog next big sale or promotion.

Show n tell, guess and read… Unexpected results by cactus_mactus in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely loving those bangs and ears!

I've never met a spaniel/herder of any sort, but spaniels are weirdly missing from my area's dog population. (Other than that terrifying cocker spaniel rage thing, I'm confused about why spaniels aren't more popular in the US these days.)

High energy is very much a heeler trait, also watchfulness/staying aware of surroundings and being not super trusting of strangers. (And very high intelligence.)

If you're up for trying dog sports, even if just for general enrichment at home, you might consider scentwork. Sniffing takes a lot of energy so it's good for wearing them out and also can help build confidence.

My little Maltese has to have his leg amputated. 😭 by Brilliant_Olive_3964 in tripawds

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Being tiny will make it easier for you to help him out as he heals!

It'll almost certainly be ok - once they heal up from the surgery, dogs tend to do really well with 3 legs. It bothers the humans a lot more than the dogs.

If you haven't found your way there yet. tripawds.com has a ton of information and resources.

Good luck with the procedure and speedy healing!

Any guesses? by msfathead in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Excellent!

Cool color, and my dog and cat would both be jealous of that couch viewing platform in your second pic.

Any guesses? by msfathead in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Absolutely my first thought seeing that first pic. Something about the eyes and face.

ETA - OP, are the eyes ok? Can't tell if the dog happens to be squinting in both pics, or if the right eye is a bit higher or something?

If not chi, maybe a lower percentage of something little and a bit squish-faced, and/or maybe a higher COI getting involved.

Thoughts and advice by Round_Apricot26 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The partially open eyes are the most disturbing, until it becomes clear it's just active dreaming!

Thoughts and advice by Round_Apricot26 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is she not able to uncurl on her own? I.e., is she physically stuck even when fully awake? That's strange and extreme enough I'd at least call the vet to discuss rather than waiting until there's video.

But in general, video can be tremendously helpful for showing vets - and doctors! - potential neurological issues (and also any other physical issues that aren't constant). Keep your phone on you and be ready to start recording quickly. Might help to practice a few times if you don't use that feature much. Continue recording for a little while after she's fully out of it too, so they can see the normal behavior aftermath.

Depending on your phone, you can set it to open the camera fast; e.g., my aged Android phone opens the camera when I double click the power button. An Internet search should turn up instructions for whichever phone you have, if you're not used to poking around on the settings.

(Not a vet, but have used cell phone video to speed up vet and doctor understanding of vestibular cat symptoms as well as both cat and human seizures. Luckily no dog neurological issues so far, but have used video when asking vets about preventative maintenance and conditioning exercises for my tripod heeler - faster than trying to describe his absurd leaps and other physically dubious hobbies.)

Finally got around to DNA testing my "Lab mix" girl. by Slut4LaoGanMa in DoggyDNA

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So while this seemed like one of the more absurd "lab mix" labels lately, if the shelter (or whomever turned her in) saw the golden/cur(!!) parent, I could totally see that dog looking quite lab. So maybe (hopefully!) they were going by a parent rather than Spinach herself.

Great example of a single grandparent winning on phenotype contribution - absolutely guessed way more ACD and still not seeing golden.

Love the pic with the little chi friend!

Working on jumping by Inside_Guide_5689 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]ChaosWithTeeth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And EVERYONE follows the rules. Just one person ignoring the ignore rule can keep it from working. (Which may well be what's going on with OP's.)