Still having real trouble finding a genuine retired working dog
Yes, but he's 12 years old, so realistically, how long would we have him for?
I'll wait to check out what Hawai has to offer. If I wasn't stuck in Auckland for the next few weeks, we could go and visit sooner.
I have been supplementing the mostly useless and older lab x’s on para mountain formula these days in their dinner. Makes a big difference to mobility overall and of a winter evening, I was buying two formulas, a bulk one for the older nag, and a separate for the canines, but last purchase was told the formula was the same….
My Point being if it’s just a wee joint issue holding back on a purchase of a good older pup, then this is a good support system.
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45 hectares between Whangarei and Paparoa
Herd of Registered Dexter cattle
New Hampshire Red poultry & Dorking poultry and Sicilian Buttercup poultry
Pilgrim Geese, Appleyard Ducks.
Polled Wiltshire Sheep, both black and white
An old Heading Dog called Lad and a cat called Pusscat,
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Live in Northland NZ. 30 sheep mostly East Friesians, 5 cows,70 acreas mostly trees Lifestyle Block.
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Yes, but he's 12 years old, so realistically, how long would we have him for?
I'll wait to check out what Hawai has to offer. If I wasn't stuck in Auckland for the next few weeks, we could go and visit sooner.
I have been supplementing the mostly useless and older lab x’s on para mountain formula these days in their dinner. Makes a big difference to mobility overall and of a winter evening, I was buying two formulas, a bulk one for the older nag, and a separate for the canines, but last purchase was told the formula was the same….
My Point being if it’s just a wee joint issue holding back on a purchase of a good older pup, then this is a good support system.
Our old dog with arthritis in practically every joint improved significantly when we supplemented with hoki oil from Newflands near Auckland. It has a high content of EPA and DHA which our vet said have both been shown in studies to be beneficial for arthritic joints. We have been able to reduce antinflammatories and seen her go back to being able to jump in the car after needing a ramp.
We are wondering whether we should take some of it too!
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No, but we use cars designed for humans to get into easily, whereas the dog must leap into the high back portion...Do you need a ramp to get into the car?
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No, but we use cars designed for humans to get into easily, whereas the dog must leap into the high back portion...Do you need a ramp to get into the car?
The Toyota ad comes to mind here. Have you ever heard your dog swear that "B" word when he's missed the deck?:lol:
Seriously though, I think it is easy to overlook animal health as our pets and helpers age. I think my cat "Toerag" may have arthritis as she is getting increasingly grumpy;. objects sometimes when picked up and doesn't climb trees as once she enjoyed. Mind you she is also carrying too much weight.
Did you know, that what you thought I said, was not what I meant :S
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45 hectares between Whangarei and Paparoa
Herd of Registered Dexter cattle
New Hampshire Red poultry & Dorking poultry and Sicilian Buttercup poultry
Pilgrim Geese, Appleyard Ducks.
Polled Wiltshire Sheep, both black and white
An old Heading Dog called Lad and a cat called Pusscat,
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45 hectares between Whangarei and Paparoa
Herd of Registered Dexter cattle
New Hampshire Red poultry & Dorking poultry and Sicilian Buttercup poultry
Pilgrim Geese, Appleyard Ducks.
Polled Wiltshire Sheep, both black and white
An old Heading Dog called Lad and a cat called Pusscat,
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Ted – Queenstown
About Ted:
Ted is a large, male Beardie, aged 9 years old.
Description:
Ted has been a working dog his whole life but needing to retire now due to injury. Will make a great pet or company for someone after a dog who will hang on the back door etc Ted loves going for walks and is very laid back.
Is Ted used to children? Yes.
Is Ted used to cats? Don’t know.
Is Ted toilet-trained? Don’t know.
Is Ted used to stock? Yes.
Is Ted used to chickens? Yes.
How well does Ted get on with other dogs? Great.
Ted lives in Queenstown, South Island.
A bit about Ted’s personality:
Very laid back and easy to have around, not overly affectionate but very loyal.
About me:
My name: Eve.
My e-mail address: [email protected]
My phone number: 0276484316
Leonie & Zoo!!! :silly: :woohoo:
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45 hectares between Whangarei and Paparoa
Herd of Registered Dexter cattle
New Hampshire Red poultry & Dorking poultry and Sicilian Buttercup poultry
Pilgrim Geese, Appleyard Ducks.
Polled Wiltshire Sheep, both black and white
An old Heading Dog called Lad and a cat called Pusscat,
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A local hunter, with connections to the wider farming community is going to keep a lookout for me. He hunts on some large farms, where they have lots of dogs and as they get too old, they need retirement lifestyle blocks to go to. So I'm hoping we'll have a new dog soon.

45 hectares between Whangarei and Paparoa
Herd of Registered Dexter cattle
New Hampshire Red poultry & Dorking poultry and Sicilian Buttercup poultry
Pilgrim Geese, Appleyard Ducks.
Polled Wiltshire Sheep, both black and white
An old Heading Dog called Lad and a cat called Pusscat,
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Live in Northland NZ. 30 sheep mostly East Friesians, 5 cows,70 acreas mostly trees Lifestyle Block.
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