Lesley Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 She was certainly back to her bouncy self on Saturday at the Market, Clare! Jazz only took a day off to look pathetic and then spent the next week sulking as she had to be walked on her lead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 Yup, despite her being so good with her training, the market just works her up into a frenzy! We took the dressing off on Friday and she 'bothered' the stitches a bit as I'd drawn attention to them, but didn't nibble. They will start to itch now as they heal, so she may start on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 how did I miss this????? I am so sorry Clare! I am glad she is through the op and on the road to recovery When Jessie my spaniel had her op she hated the cone collar so I got her a large baby vest and she wore that.... want to see a pic?? :lol: I have to have Suzi spayed sometime soon, I delayed having done for a few personal reasons, but she'll be done probably in the summer school break now to give me all that time with her whilst she recovers. edited to add her picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 That is hilarious Loops, I love the way that she's showing it off too! I just know that Ruby wouldn't keep a vest or t shirt on for 2 seconds and she's pretty skinny around the waist too. At the moment, I have taken the dressing off, she's licking her stitches but not nibbling them. I only put the muzzle (which she doesn't seem to mind) on her when I can't be with her. Stitches due out on 3rd March. I wonder why they leave them so much longer than for humans - when I had my hysterectomy, they took mine out after 5 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 yes she likes to pose! I dont know why the stitches are in longer, it'd be interesting to know why. Bless her!, I bet she is itching for them to be removed! send her a big sloppy kiss from my two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Aww that's such a funny photo! I love the pose- she's really working that vest!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 Ruby sends big sloppy licks back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Aww that's such a funny photo! I love the pose- she's really working that vest!! thanks Groovy, yes I love that photo!, I just had to show it to Clare even though this thread is about Ruby.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 No worries Loops, I love the photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 thanks Clare I thought it would make you smile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 thanks Clare I thought it would make you smile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 We went walking in Minster Lovell yesterday, ther are some beautiful ruins down by the river Windrush and fields down along the rivers edge and over to the medieval village. Ruby had the greatest fun racing in circles in the fields Here's a link to a video of her racing around. Ruby has a new playmate - Rosie's dad has a young GSD pup called Humphrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 - Humphrey is going to be BIG!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Love the video of her tearing around Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Looks like she made a good recovery after her op Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 - Humphrey is going to be BIG!! I agree, gorgeous, but one huuuuuge doglet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 - Humphrey is going to be BIG!! He's very sweet and totally dominated by Ruby; she's older for a start, taller and being a hound is naturally more dominant. He has a big but slim head and large paws, but his legs seem short at the moment, perhaps he's going to be one of those dogs who is big but close to the ground. His growth plates are big, so perhaps he will gain in height. Paola, Ruby loves nothing better than tearing around like that, she can't keep it up for long though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Paola, Ruby loves nothing better than tearing around like that, she can't keep it up for long though It always brings a smile to my face when you see any animal kicking up there heals and enjoying themselves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ana's flock Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Wow! she's a fast puppy! Can't wait to be able to let Sandy loose on the fields behind my house! You're dog is very sweet and agile - what a racer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 she's bred to run Ana and likes nothing better too. Her mix is greyhound/collie/whippet/Saluki, so very fast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 well Humphrey is just gorgeous!! I LOVE the name and those wonky ears (my favourite GSD stage) Clare - that video of Ruby is so funny....she made me feel dizzy, what a loveable nutty pupster she is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 Humphrey had originally been called Bono His legs seem a bit short to me, but perhaps I'm just used to long legged hounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Humphrey had originally been called Bono His legs seem a bit short to me, but perhaps I'm just used to long legged hounds dont tell him that he has short legs he might get a puppy complex awwww, bless, isnt ruby fab isnt humphrey gorgeous cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chookiehen Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 His legs seem a bit short to me, but perhaps I'm just used to long legged hounds It's possibly a GSD thing - Polo went through a phase where she looked too big for her legs, then overnight she seemed to grow about 3 inches and become all leggy for few weeks before her body caught up with her legs again, and she fell into proportion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 4, 2009 Author Share Posted March 4, 2009 Humphrey had originally been called Bono His legs seem a bit short to me, but perhaps I'm just used to long legged hounds dont tell him that he has short legs he might get a puppy complex awwww, bless, isnt ruby fab isnt humphrey gorgeous cathy x They are so different in build and temperament too, which makes me laugh. Ruby is quick as an eel and twice as bright; Humph is a cuddle monster who takes things slowly and is submissive. I am fine-tuning Ruby's training now and have found a trainer who works with sight hounds, so knows their needs and foibles. I haven't met her yet but it sounds good; I want to perfect her recall - never a strong point with sight hounds and work on keeping her attention for longer. Ruby also gets really excited around other dogs and people; she is fine with family and greets them quietly but gets so worked up (as Lesley knows ) when there are people to play with. Again, another sight hound trait and one that will improve with age and as she mellows but I want to get on top of it now if possible. My usual training ploys aren't working this time, so I'm hoping that someone else will be able to identify her triggers and work with it. Ruby had the most tremendous run this morning with her friend Joss and was worn out when we got back. I am going to see if she will run on a lead if I take her when I go running.... I fully expect her to get excited and trip me up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
