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7 Funniest Photo Bombing Dogs

Firstly, you might be asking, just what exactly IS photobombing and how does one go about detonating the perfect photobomb?

Definition: A typical photobomb is when somebody jumps into the background of what was supposed to be a nice picture, usually sporting a funny look on their face–thus ruining the photo.

OK, so does anyone really think dogs are immune from such high-jinks? Ever met a dog who ISN’T prepared to photobomb? No? Well let’s meet the top photobombing canines shall we….Before we continue, you remember the time when this was a serious magazine don’t you? No? Ah well, neither do we. Let’s get on with the bombs.

1: Hard to say who’s actually doing the bombing here. Angry dog or willy waving dog? You decide.

2: You’ve heard of bomb detection dogs, right? Well here’s a bombing dope detection dog. When your dog thinks you look like a dork, it’s time to have a real think about life.

3: Text book dog bombing. Rude and oblivious. Cracking.

4: Bomb dog number 4 seems to be plotting something pretty dastardly.

5: A classic, classic bomb.

6: Slight twist on the theme, dog’s photo is bombed by a cat.

7: Franter is – apparently – the official mascot dog of Manchester Utd football club according to an Old Trafford spokesman called ‘Fred’. Whatever, here he is offering England’s football supremo Fabio Capello his tactical words of wisdom. Capello obviously rates him. Top bombing Franter, top bombing.

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Renewed Calls For End to Animal Testing

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), Humane Society International (HSI) and LUSH Cosmetics have launched the largest-ever global campaign to end animal testing for cosmetics. The campaign is rolling out simultaneously in 48 countries and more than 700 LUSH stores in the United States, Canada, Europe, India, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and Russia.

“The beauty industry continues needless animal testing and it’s time for it to stop,” said Kate Willett, director of regulatory toxicology, risk assessment and alternatives for The HSUS. “Consumers are largely unaware that some shampoos and lipsticks still involve chemical poisoning of animals such as rabbits and mice. Science has moved us beyond this and there is no place for cosmetic testing on animals in modern society.”

The HSUS and HSI offices in Canada, Australia, Europe and India are joining with LUSH to end animal testing for cosmetics with nationwide consumer campaigns in each region. The HSUS and HSI will also work with legislators, regulators and scientists to press for change. Consumers are being urged to sign national petitions in LUSH stores beginning April 17, and online at humanesociety.org/becrueltyfree, or www.fightinganimaltesting.com/na to send a strong message to the U.S. government that animal testing for cosmetics needs to be banned.

Such testing is already banned in Europe and a further ban on the sale of cosmetics that have been newly tested on animals in other parts of the world is expected to come into effect in March 2013.

U.S. law requires companies to assure that their products are safe, but does not require animal testing, since safety can be assured by using established, safe ingredients and available non-animal test methods. However, some companies continue to produce new cosmetic ingredients and test them on animals.

“Animals should not have to rely on voluntary codes of conduct but should be protected by robust laws that force all companies to adopt humane methods to bring their products to market,” said Brandi Halls, North American campaign manager for LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics.

LUSH, The HSUS and HSI believe that testing on animals to produce new cosmetic products or ingredients is unjustified. Animals are subjected to considerable pain and distress during toxicity tests. A large proportion of the animals used in cosmetic testing are laboratory-bred rodents, who receive no protection under the Animal Welfare Act. 

Animal toxicity tests are also scientifically unreliable for assuring human safety because animals and humans can respond very differently to the same chemicals.

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What Constitutes a Breed Identification Expert?

What qualifies a person to be an expert? How long is it necessary to learn ‘the trade’ (whatever it may be) before you have the knowledge that really will qualify you to become an expert? asks K9 Magazine staff writer, Neil Burton…

I like aircraft but that does not make me an expert on them or able to fly them if I ever had the opportunity to do so. In the animal world there really does seem to be a plethora of ‘experts’ out there who tell us how to deal with various species whether it is how to handle or how to understand them.

Some ‘experts’ really are just that, experts in their respective field but on the other hand there are those ‘experts’ who are uncovered as having little or no knowledge of their subject, yet they spread their views and opinions on the world wide web or hold ‘training courses’ where they eschew their opinions to an anybody.

The danger here is, is the ‘expert’ disseminating correct information and advice or is it just a combination of self opinion, alchemy or pure baloney, or a mixture of all three? As we are told this by an ‘expert’, is it necessarily true, how we gauge whether it is correct or not.

I do not class myself as being an expert of anything, I have carried out presentations on subjects such as dog control in Australia and the United Kingdom but that was after being involved with the subject for fifteen years basically as my day job. Even after 15 years I would not have the arrogance to call myself an expert and there are aspects of dog control that I have never had involvement with such as the world of Section 1 dogs, which sadly seems to be a growth area for experts to become involved in.

Just how many true experts are there and who are they? One of the undoubted leaders in the field of ‘dangerous dogs’ would be Peter Tallack, former Metropolitan Police Dog Handler and now Advisor on Dogs to the Association of Chief Police Officers. With over 35 years experience as a dog handler and police officer dealing with ‘dangerous dogs’ Mr Tallack could rightly be called an expert.

There are dog breed judges who must also be included in the equation based on their knowledge and experience of dogs and then there are Dog Legislation Officers who attend an intensive course.

One thing that must not be allowed is unqualified ‘charlatans’ who claim to be able to identify Pit Bull Terriers and type dogs and there are a number of such people out there who claim that they can identify such dogs.

Identification by unqualified people raises the risk of dogs that are not of type being incorrectly identified and if the owners are convinced to sign the dogs over to prevent a court case, then the fate of these dogs is sealed. By signing the dog over based on the assessment of an unqualified expert, does this mean that the dog owner is agreeing that their dog is of type?

Breed Specific Legislation is wrong and should be repealed, but what is equally important is that only authorised and competently trained persons should carry out assessments of dogs, non-experts should not be allowed to seize alleged Pit Bull Terrier or type dogs until the law can be repealed.

The fact that there appears to be totally unqualified persons dealing with the identification of dogs alleged to be Pit Bull Terrier or type is very wrong and has to be stopped now.

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Cesar Millan Talks to K9 Magazine About BSL

He’s the world’s most recognised dog trainer, star of screen and best selling author, The Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan is known to millions. He has spoken exclusively to K9 Magazine about a number of key canine issues, including Britain’s controversial breed specific legislation, Cesar- like most supporters of animals – is NOT a fan…

In our exclusive discussion with the Dog Whisperer we touched on issues such as the best piece of dog training advice he’s ever received and his thoughts on what he considers to be the most crucial element in teaching a dog to be well behaved.

We also asked for his views on Britain’s infamous 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act which would make dog’s such as Cesar’s own much loved pet, ‘Daddy’, who passed away in 2010, illegal in the UK.

Cesar told K9 Magazine:

“I have taken in many Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, and German Shepherds that have developed aggression because of abuse or neglect.

Many of them were at risk for euthanasia, but today they are well-behaved and living together in a pack. I firmly believe that it’s the owner, not the breed.”
Cesar Millan’s interview is available in full for all K9 Magazine Premier members.

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Is Your Dog A Sex Maniac?

Here’s an interesting observation:

Successful treatment of true canine nymphomania is rare.

Wait, what?

Canine nymphomania?

Well, yes. In fact:

A few veterinarians have had moderate success (treating nymphomania in dogs) through massaging or rupturing the ovarian cysts by laparotomy. Sometimes effective treatment has been achieved through hormone injections that help to establish a normal and regular cycle. The success of therapy is not by any measure consistent. Most veterinarians recommend spaying as the normal and only viable course of treatment.

That’s according to K9 Magazine‘s article on dog humping. Or, to put it more politely; excessive, unwanted mounting.

Have a read!

http://www.k9magazine.com/dog-humping/

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How to Avoid Dog Health Problems

We all love our dogs and want to do the best for them. You can give them all the love, attention and affection in the world but you also need to be aware of your pets health, so you can give them a longer, happier and healthier life.

From the day we bring our new puppy home, there are some key areas to look out for to help keep your dog healthy and enjoying life to the full:

Dog Health Problems Start From The Inside

· Diet: Providing the right food for their breed, size and age is vital. Making sure they get all the right nutrients – whilst not over or under feeding. A large dog, such as a Great Dane, has different dietary needs to that of a Chihuahua. A complete balanced food like Iams offers a large range covering every life stage and size, so you can be sure your pet is in good hands – it also now includes DentalCare in adult foods.

Dog Health Symptoms: Is Your Dog’s Weight A Cause For Concern?

· Exercise: You should be making sure they get enough exercise to keep them fit and active for as long as possible – dog walking can work to your benefit too!

· Vet visits: You should make sure they get regular health checks and injections with your local vet – as you would with your doctor – to prevent illness occurring and catch problems before they become threatening.

So how do you check if your dog is healthy?

This article takes you through a ten-point health check that you can easily undertake at home. It works just as well on cats as it does dogs and I’ve called it the DIY MOT health check. You can monitor your pets’ health in-between regular visits to your vet, which will help alert you to any problem areas.

Eyes

Should be clear and sparkling without any discharge or redness, as this could be a sign of infection. The eyelids should also be checked for warts or cysts. Diet can even have an effect here, after feeding Iams for just three weeks you may notice an added sparkle in their eyes.

Teeth gums

Gently lift your pet’s lips – the gums should be salmon pink, don’t worry some dogs can have naturally black pigmented gums, teeth should be clean and white with no yellow plaque or tartar and there should not be a bad smell! Iams now includes DentalCare in its adult range, this doesn’t just work on the chewing teeth, but all teeth – minerals are released when your pet chews, which help reduce tartar build-up, helping to keep every tooth clean, every day.

Look out for loose teeth or bleeding gums, which should also be taken care of by your vet.

Paws

Check the pads for open cuts, splinters or seeds which can become embedded. Nails should be short and healthy looking without splitting. Some dogs will need to have nails regularly clipped at the vet.

Body checks

Check for any lumps or wounds by running your hands over your dog’s body and part the hair to check for signs of fleas or ticks. Your vet can recommend suitable treatments. Check a dog’s testicles and bitch’s mammary glands for any unusual swellings.

Weight

Be aware of what weight your dog should be and monitor it carefully – over feeding can be as damaging as underfeeding. As a general rule run your hands down the sides of your dog’s belly and you should be able to feel the rib cage. By feeling the rib cage you should be able to tell if they are under, over or just right! If your pet seems overweight check with your vet, they may recommend a Light food, such as Iams Light, which has less calories.

Obesity can contribute to heart disease, joint disease, diabetes and many more health complications. As in humans exercise also plays an important part in weight control. Make sure your dog is getting plenty of exercise. Walks are the easy answer. Large dogs don’t necessarily need more exercise; it really does depend on their breed and age.

Ears

The inside of your dog’s ears should be clean with no odour. If they do smell this could be a sign that they are infected. Ears should be cleaned regularly – ask your vet to recommend a cleaning product and just as importantly, the best way to clean them without damage.

Muzzle

The nose should be free of discharge – pets get colds too. Noses should be wet but not runny, a dry nose could also signal health problems.

Coat and skin

The coat should look glossy and feel tangle free, not dull. Look out for any balding or irritation which could be caused by allergies, mange etc and should be checked out by a vet for treatment. The skin should not feel greasy or look flaky (no dandruff). After three weeks of feeding Iams thousands of owners have noticed their pets coats were softer and shiner – a difference even you can see!

Energy

Dependent on its age, your dog should be alert and energetic without any signs of stiffness or breathlessness – any reluctance to exercise should be looked into. Feeding the right amount of food and nutrients to your pet helps make sure they maintain high energy levels even into old age.

Iams has a variant of senior food for dogs (and cats) specially designed to minimise the effects of ageing – taking into account their slowing metabolism and immune systems and intestinal digestion changes. A complete, well-balanced diet can help your dog keep his ideal body weight and promote muscle tone and digestive health, helping him live life to his full potential – it’s never too late to change. Iams can help pets, especially senior ones, become more alert and active after just three weeks.

Under the tail

Hold up the tail and see if there are any signs of soreness or discharge. Also check your dog’s stools, they should be firm and fairly small – this is a sign of healthy digestion.

Stools are a good way of determining your pet’s health, a sudden change can bring your attention to a health issue that might have gone unnoticed. It is also the way your animal gets rid of all the waste in his food that he doesn’t need. Lots of products are bulked up with water and cereals when one of the most important ingredients to carnivorous animals is protein – that means meat. The more meat ingredients a food contains the higher the quality of the feed, look on the side of the bag where the ingredients are listed, manufacturers have to list the largest quantity first. You will notice that meat content is always high in Iams products.

Stools are also the first positive change you should notice when you switch your dog to Iams – smaller, firmer stools within 24 hours. This is because the food contains everything your dog needs so creates less waste.

What are the benefits of dry over wet food?

Once you’ve determined your dog’s life stage and lifestyle needs, you need to decide whether to feed dry or wet (canned) food. It’s important to remember that while dry food can be left in a bowl, wet food should not be left out all day if not consumed. Therefore, dry food can be the most convenient choice for busy people. Dry foods also promote oral hygiene for healthy teeth and gums through abrasive action and now with added DentalCare in Iams you can help keep every tooth clean every day. Iams dry food range offers a complete balanced diet for every age and size of pet so you can be sure you are feeding the right nutrition tailored to your dog’s individual needs.

How do I switch my dog’s food?

If you are looking to change your dogs diet we would recommend you introduce the new food gradually over a period of 4 days. Make the change slowly, try mixing 25% of the new food with 75% of old food then gradually change the proportions over the next three days until he’s eating 100% new food. There are also a few tricks you could use to help make the change over to a complete dry food– for example start by adding a little water or by warming the food in the microwave.

Vet visits

Remember that although you can monitor your pets health at home using the above guidelines I would also strongly recommend you make regular check-ups appointments with your local vet even if your pet seems healthy. And if this article has alerted you to any health issues please do contact your vet for a more through examination.

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Vet Reprimanded for ‘Disgraceful Conduct’

Published on April 16, 2012 by admin   ·   No Comments
The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) on Wednesday [11 April 2012] reprimanded an Exeter-based veterinary surgeon for practising whilst not on the RCVS Register.

At the outset of the two-day hearing, John Sherry, the former owner of ‘The Pet Practice’ in Exeter, admitted that he had been practising as a veterinary surgeon during the 17 months following his removal from the Register for non-payment of his retention fees. He also accepted the evidence put forward by the College as follows:

In removing Mr Sherry on 1 June 2010, the College followed procedures set out under the Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Practitioners [Registration] Regulations 2005. This included sending a final warning to Mr Sherry prior to his removal from the Register, and publishing his name on the list of veterinary surgeons removed for non-payment of fees.

On 4 July 2011, the College received an email concerning Mr Sherry’s registration status and telephoned him. He expressed concern at his removal, explained that he was practising, and requested a restoration form, which the College sent the same day. The College then wrote to advise Mr Sherry that it had reason to believe that he was practising illegally.

On 3 September 2011, the College received a restoration form and payment instructions from Mr Sherry’s practice and requested additional documentation as evidence of good standing and identity (as required by the Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Practitioners [Registration] Regulations 2010). On 6 September, it received a letter of apology from Mr Sherry, which also said he had had administrative and financial problems.

On 17 October 2011, the College reported Mr Sherry to the police on suspicion of breaching the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, and made an unannounced visit to his practice. Mr Sherry subsequently furnished the College with the required documents and was restored to the Register on 10 November 2011.

The Committee found the allegation of disgraceful conduct proven. However, in mitigation, it formed the view that the Respondent was an honest person who answered frankly and openly all questions put forward in cross-examination. It took note of Mr Sherry’s serious financial and family health problems which, Mr Sherry said, were the context to this period and resulted in his bankruptcy in January 2012. It further noted his apology, the lack of other complaints against him, and the fact that no harm or risk of harm to any person or animal occurred from Mr Sherry’s actions.

“After careful consideration, the Committee has concluded that the appropriate sanction in this case is that the Respondent be severely reprimanded and be warned as to his future conduct,” said the Chairman of the Disciplinary Committee, Professor Peter Lees, speaking on behalf of the Committee.

“The misconduct admitted by the Respondent is serious, and the Committee has taken an exceptional course by not imposing a more severe sanction in this case, because of the mitigating factors. The profession must be in no doubt that failing to pay retention fees and practising whilst unregistered are grave matters, which will normally attract a severe sanction.”

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Cesar Millan Encourages Dog Adoption

North Shore Animal League America – Home of the Mutt-i-gree®  and the world’s largest no-kill rescue and adoption organization – announced that over 2,500 shelters in 50 states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and six countries will join together for Pet Adoptathon Month in May.  Cesar Millan, internationally renowned dog expert and host of The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan on Nat Geo WILD, will serve as national spokesperson for this life-saving event sponsored by Purina ONE®.

North Shore Animal League America will kick off the event at Pet Adoptathon Headquarters in New York at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 5th and remain open for 36 straight hours.  Thousands of participating shelters will host weekend Pet Adoptathon events promoting the benefits of shelter pet adoptions and showcasing the many beautiful and healthy animals that are available. Pet Adoptathon activities will run through the month of May nationwide in an effort to raise awareness for shelter animals and save more lives.  Since its inception in 1995, Pet Adoptathon events have taken place all over the world, helping find permanent and loving homes for over 300,000 animals.

To promote shelter pets and animal welfare to the next generation, Millan partnered with the Animal League and Yale University School of the 21st Century to develop the Mutt-i-grees Curriculum, which is currently in over 900 schools in 39 states and in Canada. Cesar’s Millan Foundation funds the Curriculum, which highlights the unique characteristics of shelter pets and builds on the affinity between children and animals to provide a unique context in which to teach compassion, empathy and social responsibility.

“My vision is for a life-long healthy relationship between dogs and people, and supporting the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of homeless animals through events like Pet Adoptathon is a vital piece of making that happen,” said Millan.  “With the Mutt-i-grees Curriculum, we are increasing awareness of shelter animals while supporting the development of calm, confident and caring children who can make a difference in the lives of people, animals and the environment.”

Pet Adoptathon promotes the adoption of shelter pets, known as Mutt-i-grees®.  An estimated 8 million – 10 million dogs, cats, puppies and kittens enter United States shelters annually, and tragically over 4 million of these precious animals are euthanized.  Millions of lives can be saved when potential pet parents make the choice to adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue group, instead of purchasing a pet from a pet store. 

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British Owners Cater For Dogs Even in Death

Man’s best friend is set to profit from years of dedicated service with a generous payout on their owner’s demise.

Research from Direct Line Pet Insurance shows that the UK’s pets will inherit a fortune when their owners die as one in five pet owners will donate more than half of their worldly goods to ensure their pets future.

Many pampered pets stand to become the head of their household as six per cent of pet owners will bestow their homes on their favourite animals.  A further eight per cent will leave more to their furry friends than their loved ones.

More than half (54 per cent) will request their pet has the run of their current house with round-the-clock professional care, while a third (30 per cent) will give family members inheritance money to specifically care for their pets.

Over half of owners (52 per cent) have already included their favourite pet in their wishes, but of those who haven’t 86 per cent are considering adjusting their wills to benefit their four-legged friends.

Chris Price, Business Manager at Direct Line Pet Insurance, said:

“It’s a dog’s life is set to take on a whole new meaning as pampered pets inherit large shares of the family fortune – guaranteeing them a life of luxury. And this trend of priceless pets is set to continue as more than a quarter (28 per cent) of respondents believe animals should be viewed as equal to all other family members and hence included even more in their wills. But for some pets it could turn into a life of misery, as many of the less fortunate don’t even have insurance to cover minor illnesses.”

Yet despite the dogged devotion demonstrated by owners’ last wishes, only 15 per cent have adequate pet insurance to cover unexpected visits to the vet during their lifetime.

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Will New Puppy Contract Help Buyers?

A standardised puppy contract has long been discussed as a potential means to assist puppy buyers, helping the navigate the minefield of unethical breeders. Now the RSPCA has launched their own scheme to address this concern.

The charity says:

Puppy buyers have been given a helping hand in their search for a healthy and happy hound with the launch of the BVA Animal Welfare Foundation and RSPCA’s new Puppy Contract and Puppy Information Pack.

The contract and Puppy Information Pack (PIP) were launched today (11.4.12), endorsed by a string of major animal welfare organisations, after new figures revealed 69% of people currently looking for a dog thought it would be very valuable if breeders were to provide a signed puppy information pack to prospective purchasers.

The new information pack arms buyers with the knowledge to give themselves the best chance of getting a fit, healthy and happy, well socialised pet to join their household.

The new pack provides thorough guidance for anyone thinking of buying a puppy, as well what it is hoped will become an industry standard contract that will give buyers reassurances about the dog they are buying.

The contract and PIP have also been designed to help good breeders demonstrate the care and attention they have devoted to their puppies’ breeding and upbringing and can be downloaded at www.puppycontract.org.uk

Both the contract and PIP have been endorsed by the Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding, British Veterinary Association (BVA), Companion Animal Welfare Council (CAWC), Dogs Trust, PDSA and UFAW (Universities Federation for Animal Welfare).

James Yeates, head of the RSPCA’s companion animals department, said: “The RSPCA receives a large number of calls from heartbroken owners each year. Often they have been forced to spend hundreds of pounds on veterinary bills for their dogs that have been ill from the moment they get their pet home.

“We often hear of sellers that have misled buyers about important information such as vaccinations, have failed to offer information about the puppy’s parentage and have neglected to socialise the dogs before they are sold.

“Meanwhile, good breeders sometimes struggle to demonstrate just how well they have cared for their puppies. We believe the new contract and Puppy Information Pack provide a means of doing just that, while also empowering buyers to demand happy and healthy puppies.

“Ultimately, we hope it means more people will avoid the emotional and financial pitfalls of buying a puppy, and therefore fewer unhealthy and unsocialised puppies being bred by rogue breeders to meet demand.”

Tiffany Hemming, BVA Animal Welfare Foundation Chair of Trustees, said: “Everyone wants their new puppy to be happy and healthy but all too often veterinary surgeons are presented with new puppies that are suffering health and behaviour problems caused by bad breeding.

“Based on the expertise of vets, behaviourists, breeders and a number of other experts, the BVA AWF/RSPCA puppy contract and information pack will give potential puppy buyers the tools to select the right pet for them and give them the best start.

“If you are thinking of buying a puppy speak to your local vet and make sure your chosen breeder provides you with a puppy contract and PIP before you buy.”

The concept of a standard puppy sales contract was identified by all three of the reports on the health and welfare of dogs, which have been published in recent years2. The reports all said a puppy sales contract would improve dog welfare as it would allow the public to make fully informed decisions when buying a dog.3

The contract and PIP can be used for all puppies, whether they are pedigree or not.

A breeder fills in the PIP with information about the puppy before it is sold. This will include information about the health of the puppy and its parents, and the experiences the puppy has had to prepare it for life in its new home.

The contract is then signed by the breeder to say that all of the information they have given in the PIP is true, and by the buyer to say they understand the details they have received and that they undertake to provide for the puppy’s future needs.

Amy Rosevear has bred a litter of cocker spaniel puppies and is considering a second litter. Amy, a veterinary nurse and head receptionist at Pelyn Veterinary Group, gave feedback on the puppy contract during the consultation. She said:

“The puppy contract and information pack are a fantastic idea, as long as everyone uses them. The PIP has everything a new owner could possibly need and it will be very useful when owners take the puppy for the first visit to the vet.

“When I bred my first litter I tried to give the new owners as much information as possible. The PIP is a useful way to pull all of the information together in one place and I will definitely use it if I go on to breed another litter.

“If you want to be a responsible breeder you have to be seen to be doing all of the right things. In future puppy buyers should think twice if there’s no puppy contract and ask questions if information is missing from the PIP.

“Fingers crossed this will mean more healthy and happy puppies.”

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