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Hi Kathy,

I'm so glad this article rang true for you. This is an amazing breed. :)

-- Contributed by: Kelly

I just gave one to my sister is one female a ble heeler she really loves to run she is always attent to anything.. and have learned the word NO.. hahhah, btw she seems to be obedient and she is so adorable this article says everything she is.. :3

-- Contributed by: Kathy

Hello Ms. Geier,

I'm so sorry to hear what you're going through. This is one of the hardest decisions any dog lover ever has to face. Sometimes euthanizing a suffering pet is the kindest thing to do. Other times, a dog is simply failing without being in pain, and it doesn't do any harm to let him die at home with the people he loves. You know your dog's condition better than anyone, so follow what your heart tells you is the right thing to do.

No matter what, your dog will always be a part of your life. The grief will take time to fade, but it will fade and you'll be able to focus on all of the wonderful times you had together.

Thank you for sharing this difficult time with us.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

My Cody (red heeler) is about to die at age 15. I've had him since he was 8 weeks old. He is THE BEST FRIEND and Companion I've EVER had...and I'm 50 now. It is so hard to watch and I know what I must do but, keep putting it off. I need help to get through this. He is above all humans I've known...so faithful to the end. A BIG part of me is dying with him.

-- Contributed by: Ms. Geier

Hi John,

I'm so sorry you didn't have more time with Teagan, but I'm very sure he was glad to be with your family for his final months. It takes special people to adopt a senior dog with health issues. You have my admiration.

I'm glad you like the site. Feel free to explore the categories because there's a lot of good information to be found on every aspect of dog care.

I hope that one day you're able to find another ACD who will provide the kind of companionship that Teagan did. Best wishes.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

I just happened to stumble here and found that it is a great place to share information on the ACD. I just wanted to say that three days ago, i had to put down my ACD Teagan after only having him for three months and my wife and I are total wrecks! Teagan was a senior, he was deaf and didn't see well (part of the breed). But let me tell you, he was the most loyal dog (he was my wife's constant shadow) and his great spirit is what I loved the most. Teagan was right around 50 pounds and was a beautiful orange and white. If you ever have the opportunity to have an ACD and you never have before, DO IT. It will be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. John in Southern Cal

-- Contributed by: John Woodworth

How can I find a picture of a blue merle dashound

Hi Brenda,

Here's a link: Blue merle Dachshund.

It's not a great image, but it does give you an idea of what one looks like.

Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Brenda

I have a red heeler/cross who indeed nips at heels! I also have a St. Bernard/cross who is likely the laziest dog I've ever known! The two have made a wonderful mix of traits each evening out the other's traits. The heeler keeps the St. Bernard on the move and playing and the St. Bernard helps calm and quiet the heeler! They are both wonderful companions and are quick to learn new "tricks". At 2 yrs of age they live to please and love to learn. The latest accomplishments are beg and speak... if you could only imagine!

With the combination of such a large & lazy dog and the medium size & overly energetic dog is there anything I should be looking out for in the future in regard to temperament or health problems?

Hi Terry,

I don'foresee any reason to expect temperament problems to crop up in this situation.

As for how this pairing might handle future health problem, the only thing I would advise is to watch your Saint Bernard for joint problems later in life. He he happens to develop them, as so many giant breeds do, I'm sure he won't appreciate it if your heeler nips at him to keep him moving. Of course, dogs are very intuitive, and your heeler may refrain from the nipping if it senses its companion is in pain.

Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Terry

Hi Ally,

The average weight for a healthy adult Aussie runs between 30 and 35 pounds. It's harder to gage the appropriate weight for a puppy in terms of ounces or pounds because so much depends on the pup's age and frame development. It's easier to judge a pup's health by proportion.

If the ribs are prominent beneath the skin and coat, then the pup is probably a little underweight. If the pup feels like a tightly packed sausage, it's probably a bit overweight.

I hope this gives you the info you needed. Thanks for your question.

-- Contributed by: Kelly

how much do aussie cattle dogs weigh when they are puppies and when they are fully grown

-- Contributed by: ally
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