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I've got a 9 year old GSP who is recovering from Coon Hound Paralysis. Unfortunately an old shoulder injury is slowing the recovery. I was thinking of adding some fish oil to her diet to see if it might help. Can anyone help with dosages?

Thanks!

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Here's a couple of things to think about: 1) 9mm, 40 s&w, .45 colt rounds are cheapest but also most powerful in that order. With the right hollow point, all meet the FBI's standards (12"+ penetration into 10% ballistic gellatin, 2x expansion, 1000 fps at the muzzle). 2) Full size guns are more comf...

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Great pictures, especially that first one!

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I have an inexpensive Avery I use on my shorthairs. I will add this: I have three dogs of various sizes. The vest is skin tight on the biggest one and seems to lock heat is because there is literally no room for water. Down side is it has already ripped a bit with him in it becuase the neoprene does...

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Rowdy- Some of the best bird dogs had absolutely NO confirmation, what the heck does is matter? All of your talk of angulation, confirmation, etc means nothing if the dog cant find birds. So who really cares? The irony of this comment is that the hot topic on the board right now is one discussing l...

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I have a shorthair who does the same thing. I am not sure how old your pup is but mine is 8. I guess with the miles I have put on her over the years I expect ole gir'ls drive train may not be what it used to be. I will say that if I let her warm up a bit before I really let her go hard, she seems to...

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I will use the one I am most comfortable and happy with, even though it is farther to drive, and use emergency services elsewhere if I have to. The staff is down to earth and friendly. I am also confident that I am not going to get ripped off. Sometimes, other things can far out weigh convenience, ...

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I know exactly what you are talking about. I asked the vet about it and was told that it is normal with some dogs. He said that dogs have natural bugs and what-have-yous living in the gut. Occasionally something will upset the balance and the dogs will "shed" off that layer and that is what it looks...

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Well, we are about to cross this 6 week mark since ole girl came down with this deal. She still can't move her legs and just kind of "inch worms" arcoss the yard when we put her out. The muscle atrophy is pretty severe at this point and I am not sure she could stand up even if she had full control. ...

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Thanks for sharing.

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Congratulations Ron. That is awesome!

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I think you did the right thing. I believe your Niece needs to realize that if you all are going to make this happen, she is going to need to improve her attitude and display some patience. In other words, the dog did what it has always done... She gets mad and drags the dog off (lots of negativity)...

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I thought I read at some point that the .223 round is not big enough to hunt deer with in MO which is why the .243 is so much more popular. In MO all centerfire rounds with an expanding bullet are allowed. Thanks BEF. I should have looked it up first. It was the Colorado that has that rule for big ...

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I'm a very successful person as far as life goes. Just because someone can do something, doesn't mean another can. I think you should have added, "as long as it doesn't require any extra effort". I know you are new to this forum and am glad you have chosen it to ask for advise. I have to tell you, ...

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I would add that a .223 may not be big enough in some states for big game hunting. I thought I read at some point that the .223 round is not big enough to hunt deer with in MO which is why the .243 is so much more popular. I agree with some of those who pointed out that if you want an AR style rifle...

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I have seen this with my dogs after hunting hard a couple of days on pen raised birds (guiding). Its almost like they get bored. After a conversation or two they will get their heads in the game but not to same degree as if were hunting wild birds. After a couple of days off, they are back to their ...

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Why do you think you need a vest? Is there something specific you are worried about or are trying to avoid?

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COngratulations Brian!

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But how does top notch feed have anything to do with feeding puppy food? Ezzy I was referring to the OP's comments on "premium" food verse "cheaper" food. For clarity's sake, I would and do opt to feed a higher quality food. Reasons: Feed less during non-demanding times of year, do not have to swit...

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I kinda believe in the old addage, "You are what you eat" and I think it applies to dogs too. I may be wrong but I just can't believe that the cheap stuff is not made from cheap stuff. I know the guys from Vienna sausage plant I call on always say, "Don't buy the cheap potted meat. Buck up and by th...

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That is interesting. I am no BofA supporter... there customer service has sucked for years. However, they are the bank that Bass Pro Shops runs their credit cards through. I wonder if that will change? I also wonder if our Big Government Pres had something to do with that.... Conspiracy theory maybe...

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I whelped a litter of nine this summer and weighted them at nine weeks. Smallest pup (f) was 12. 3 and the largest (m) was 17 pounds. The average weight was around 14 pounds. At six months, all the girls are within a pound or two of one another.

Hope that helps.

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I would go with your dealers recommendation. I had an AWD pontiac and it will be the last AWD I ever own. The dealer said that if there is more that 3/16 difference in any one of the tires (which equates to about 15,000 miles on that car) then the AWD system would activate and be on all the time. Be...

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Welcome aboard. There is lots of good info to be picked up here.

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Congratulations Ron and Deb!

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Thank you everyone for the well wishes and advice. Ole girl is drinking a bit but has lost almost all control of her limbs and is unable to walk at all at this point. The one bright spot is she's still wagging her tail. I am glad to here the long term prognosis is pretty good. 8 is entirely to soon ...

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There is long story and a short one... hopefully I can spit this out somewhere in the middle. Our group headed out to SD on Friday morning to tackle the Fort Pierre National Grasslands for grouse and chickens. On he way up, I noticed my 8 year old GSP was having some trouble with her left rear leg. ...

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Born and raised in STL. Now I live two hours north in Quincy, IL. Jobless rate hovering around 8-9% much like the rest of the country. Not many people live in downtown St. Louis and you will find most folks live in the "county". Troy has exploded over the last 15 years and although it is pretty far ...

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I've got a 4 y.o. gsp who thinks the dried up ones on the driveway are the cats pajamas.

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Salesman in the industrial hydraulic and pneumatic industry. Nothing like a job where you can see Vienna sausages made, gravel crushed, windmill blades made, animal feed bagged, bottled water filled and truck bodies assembled all in the same day.

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Tammy,

Congratulations on an excellent day. I'm sure you would have had your 6th PI with Bull and I am sorry to hear about his tragic accident. Notch another breeders award up for the Hill clan!

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As I have stated on here before references are basically useless. you won't hear from people who have problems.... Have an idea of what you want in a dog and ask if the breeder produces that type of dog. CJ I have seen this opinion stated before and still disagree. If I am a buyer and ask for refer...

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give my own but buy them from the vet. bring them home on ice even though I live 2.5 miles from their office. Costs me $10.00/shot.

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There are as many birds in SD as there is air. Of course I come from the rather bird poor state of Missouri so perspective is everything. It sounds like you want to do it yourself more less. I would suggest you get a map from the SDDNR and hunt public ground. I will bet a paycheck you will find bird...

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I lived through this and it is no fun. The short trip method will help but I believe time is the ultimate cure. I have heard of people giving the equivolent to dramamene (sp?) to help with the motion sickness but eventually most will simply out grow it on their own.

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I am going to go out on a limb here and offer you an answer to your question...

I think your pup will be fine as long as you give pup enough water and some shade she will be fine.

Good luck with your new pup.

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Why not leave her with the breeder? I think eight weeks is safe enough to take a pup home but it certainly won't hurt her to stay right where she is until you get home. I do not think I would be carting a pup all over creation at that age.

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See.... this is where I would have had a little fun. I might have had to add something to the effect, "Mom and Dad throw the craziest theme parties..."

I still have to look at the ceiling when I am checking out with a box of pads for the diapers when the girls come into season!

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Thanks Dog Dr for the info! If anyone is ever in west central IL and needs vet assistance, Dr. Matt is your guy!

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Maybe we can get Dog Dr to address this one... I have always read 16 weeks. I think I would shy away from anything sooner as I would worry about immune system development.

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It looks like your pup is fine. Just like people, they're not all built the same.

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Would someone mind posting a picture of their successful rig? I would like to try this and want to make sure I am understanding what has been written.

Thanks!

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I thought the OP asked a ligitamate question. I was also wondering what the breadth of experience would lend to this topic. It was nice that several folks simply offered their opinion on the subject. The money involve in today's breeding certainly would lead one to believe that their would be more "...

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A lot of folks around here run the Yokahama brand A/T S(SP?). I ran a pair on a previous vehicle but sold it before I found out how long they would last. I believe they come in both an 8 and 10 ply version.

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I'm not going to be any help with what to do in AZ but welcome back!

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it would be easier to judge him if you could come up with a closer picture. nice looking point though!

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What do you consider a meat dog? I have 3 GSP's 2 of them are trained to a MH level the other is only 5 weeks but will be held to the same standard and they all have very good trial pedigrees are they meat dogs because I only hunt them? Just Wondering if it's slang for a hunting dog or a training t...

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Am I reading the last three posts wrong or am I getting bagged on for poking fun at my buddies who don't own dogs. Please explain? I didn't respond to your post because it didn't make sense to me - but it does now :oops: And no, my post had nothing to do with you or your dogs. Slistoe, no sweat and...

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It's OK Charlie. I wouldn't trade my not trained "meat" dogs for anything. I guess its my fault for wiping the turds off my rose colored glasses, but hey, to each their own.

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Am I reading the last three posts wrong or am I getting bagged on for poking fun at my buddies who don't own dogs. Please explain?

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