Re: Stud Dog Contracts

2003-02-22 Thread BernerFolk
In a message dated 2/21/2003 9:36:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I was wondering if some of you would be willing to share a sample > of your stud dog service contracts with me. Specifically a sample > that includes a pick of a puppy in place of an actual stud fee. >

RE: Getting White REALLY White

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Jennifer, I find the best shampoo for a grubby shirtfront is the purple stuff used by old ladies to whiten their yellowing grey hair:-) I wash with regular dog shampoo first to get the dirt out and then lather up with the purple shampoo and leave on for a few minutes and then rinse thoroughly. A

RE: She Won't Eat!

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Kate, Any chance we've eaten a sock or other piece of clothing?? Any sign of reluctance to eat in an otherwise ravenous and healthy appearing dog always has me checking the laundry. Are her bowel movements normal and on time, any straining or reluctance to go? Any vomitting yet?? Definately a h

RE: "Stick" Pedigrees

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Carrie, Can you give us a brief overview of what a "stick" pedigree is? Rose T. -Original Message- From: Carrie Roy [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: February 20, 2003 8:05 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: "Stick" Pedigrees Hi everyone, I attended Dr. Carmen Battaglia's seminar on "Br

Re: Stud Dog Contracts

2003-02-22 Thread Dawn or Tim Gabig
>>I was wondering if some of you would be willing to share a sample of your stud dog service contracts with me. Specifically a sample that includes a pick of a puppy in place of an actual stud fee. I'm trying to get a feel for what should or shouldn't be included in contracts. My Response: There

National Specialty

2003-02-22 Thread Dave or Stephanie
Hi everyone I'm soo disappointed. I was sooo excited about the national specialty being so close and really looking forward to going. Well I got my clinical rotation schedule for school and My rotations will be lecture on Friday, clinic on Saturday and Sunday during the month of the specialty :-(

RE: Raw eggs

2003-02-22 Thread Claudia Brydon
> Anyone feed raw eggs to the dogs? We keep about a dozen hens so give the occasional raw egg to each of our dogs. Just a word of caution: On two instances lately we had some counter surfing. The first time Mo ate seven eggs, shells and all. She ended up with a bad case of pancreatitis, giving

Re: Stud Dog Contracts

2003-02-22 Thread Cindy Reid
> IF the breeder keeps a puppy for herself, she takes > 1st pick and I take second. My feeling is that at the bottom line, the > breeder risked the life of her bitch to get the litter and therefore *should* > have the option of first pick puppy. Thanks for sharing this, I am a pet owner and this

RE: Intact males to neuter or not to neuter???

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Lisa, I'll keep it to the basics:-) First off what was your agreement with the breeder, most of us require spay/neuter of pets sold unless the new owner makes it clear from the beginning that they intend to show their dog in conformation. Assuming your keeping him intact is agreeable with the

Host Hotel Waiting List

2003-02-22 Thread Kim Morrow
Does anyone know the last possible day we will be contacted to know whether we have a hotel room or not if we are currently on the waiting list for a room at the host hotel? Thanks for any info, Kim Morrow Susa Reg'd Saskatoon, SK http://www.bernesedogs.com

RE: Accidental breeding between litter mates

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Cheryl, I'm sure your friend has had enough criticism but in truth accidents can and do happen. Right now she needs to consider finding homes for the puppies and because of the closeness of the breeding she should consider early spay/neuter. There is no reason the puppies will be any different i

Re: National Specialty

2003-02-22 Thread sudansfarm
There will be lots to see and do - Tues & Wed there will be draft tests, Agility trial on Wed., Thurs will be obedience and futurity and Jr. Showmanship. Many people come for the entire Specialty and I would think by Wed most will be there. Sue Sanvido - Original Message - From: "Dave or S

RE: Labored Breathing

2003-02-22 Thread Rose Tierney
Hi Shelley, If your vet feels that the heart is slightly enlarged then I would be seeking the opinion of a cardiologist/internist. There are aging conditions to consider but also drugs that can be used to assist the heart function. Her breathing would indicate to me that she is trying to get more o

Puppy Mill Progress

2003-02-22 Thread Tschuggen
Brenda Abrams called this to my attention. No Berners that we know of but not out of the realm of possibility.A sad story, ironic that he was the Dog Control officer(!!) but cause for hope. Go Gravce! Linda Seaver & Belline The Journal News A Ganette Newspaper Westchester County, New York

RE: snow story

2003-02-22 Thread Robin Disler
Hi Jim & List - I have the exact opposite situation with Juniper. The bigger the snow mountain the more he wants to climb! We live in a corner house so all the snow from 2 roads is currently on my front and side lawn - we got a total of 28" not counting the drifts - very big mountains!! Juni

WestCoast Host Hotel

2003-02-22 Thread Lynne Hawkinson
If anyone has a Host Hotel question please contact Karolyn Reed - [EMAIL PROTECTED] She is the Hotel Liaison and should be able to help. Thank you Lynne

Re: Getting White REALLY White

2003-02-22 Thread Jeff & Mary Chapdelaine - SnoBear berners
Hi Jennifer, Go to any of the below links for wholesale dog supplies and you will find color intensifying/white brightening shampoos in the grroming sections. I like the Lambert Kay - Snowy Coat. There is also a good horse shampoo called quicksilver you can get at most feed supply stores. When ba

Colonel ; Pit Bull Girl

2003-02-22 Thread Lorece Aitken
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Specialty draft judge

2003-02-22 Thread Karyn Beyer
Please be advised that we have had a change in judges for the Tuesday draft test at this year's Specialty. Val Horney was originally scheduled to judge. However, Val was recently appointed to the BMDCA Board and will be attending the Board meeting on Tuesday. Eden Jonas has graciously accepted o

Welcome to my hometown

2003-02-22 Thread agileberners
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Fw: Bernese who needs help

2003-02-22 Thread Hugh Hayes
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Brixi is 11 years old!!!

2003-02-22 Thread Angela Wagenblast
HI all, Today is a special day here in our home as Ch. Schatzhof Brixi v Wagenblast turns 11 years old. Brixi as she is known to all who have met her is doing very well despite her advancing age. She's getting pretty grey around the muzzle but her bright eyes keep her spirit young. She still lo

Re: Brixi is 11 years old!!!

2003-02-22 Thread Lucy & Yogi
Cessi would like to wish her mommy a very happy 11th birthday!!! Wow - 11. Here's hoping Cessi takes after her mom in this way as she does in so many others - the tail wagging and nose nudging Angela mentioned are both formidable! Happy birthday Brixi!!! (and many more...) Love, Jen, Adam an

Re: She Won't Eat!

2003-02-22 Thread Barb McColgan
Dear Kate (& Kona): Is it possible that Kona is coming into season? Even if she is spayed, she may still experience hormonal "ups and downs". When Missy came into season, before she was spayed, it was a time of turmoil that involved the whole family. She wouldn't eat...well, OK, she would eat s

Re: Intact males to neuter or not to neuter???

2003-02-22 Thread BernerFolk
In a message dated 2/22/2003 10:08:26 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > They can be wooden headed > and if they do not live with intact bitches can be a big pain when meeting > other dogs thinking that every female is desiring of his attention. Working > stud dogs learn ver

Castrating a male dog

2003-02-22 Thread martha cehrs
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RE adding a baby

2003-02-22 Thread catherine green
Hi Natalie, Since I'm still waiting for my 2 yr old Berner's brains to arrive via UPS I'll pass on the "when are they mature" question. But I can tell you -- 2 dogs is geometrically more work (hair/food/health costs etc/) than 1 dog. So think long and hard about how much time you devote to your s

Animal Cruelty = Court TV on line poll

2003-02-22 Thread Mary Shaver
Court TV has an online poll asking if animal abusers should do prison time. If you have the time please vote and pass this message on to others: http://www.courttv.com/ctvapp/thirteenth.cfm Mary Shaver and the girls, Laurel and Bailey, Fayetteville, GA

RE Milwaukee Show

2003-02-22 Thread catherine green
Who's going to the Specialty in Milaukee, WI on March 1st & 2nd? Jay and I would love to meet some fellow Listers -- put some faces to names and see those Berners! Catherine Young Madison WI Shadow, Mickey & Jenny

Karen and Stevie go Out!!

2003-02-22 Thread Karen McFarlane
Dear List, Just wanted to let you know that Stevie and I hit a milestone today. I had a neighbor give me a big huge hand and we loaded Sweet Stevie into my truck and took him for a drive to the city. We really only went to the Drive thru for coffee, but it is the first time that we have been out to

Re: Labored Breathing

2003-02-22 Thread Jill
A number of years ago, I had a keeshond who, at 8 years, began having some problems breathing - labored and including some attacks where she couldn't seem to get her breath. My vet, after examining her and doing some x-rays, came out to the middle of the FULL waiting room where I was standing (whe

re: feeding raw eggs

2003-02-22 Thread Lisa Baldwin
i guess when a raw egg falls on the floor & the dogs eat it before i get to it, that's called feeding raw eggs? lisa baldwin (dickens, bark & zel) seattle, wa [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Suggestion for Stevie

2003-02-22 Thread Gael Goldsack
Hi Karen, Great to have you and Stevie back. I have included an article in this email I sent to Lisa Allen to help Moses. I thought it may be worth a try for Stevie - it certianly can't hurt him! Best wishes Gae, Ellie and Tara The Body Wrap. Its Benefits for Building Confidence and Coordination