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[Sweet Girls]

Originally Posted by BowBizDogBows

Oh, it's so nice to see so many local people!

I know this is the Eastern Canada thread (and this isn't related to that) but since you're talking about anal glands... a question... how often do you need to have the glands expressed?

Bella usually goes to the groomer every 4-6 weeks (sometimes 8 weeks - depends on how shaggy she gets, what season it is, if we have any special events for which she has to look especially lovely)... and I've never even thought about glands being a problem. I'm just curious... how long can one go without expressing them? (You'd think after having little ones for over 20 years, I'd know this!)

(Geesh, that was a long winded reply/question. )

Anyway, welcome Eastern Canada newcomers. We're glad to have you aboard!

~Susan

Some dogs never have problems with their anal glands, and sometimes groomers can create problems by expressing them incorrectly. If your dog has solid stools, they will naturally express their glands while having their bowel movements...if they are dragging their behind, then I would take them to a vet to make sure that is the problem before starting something that might not need to be started. (you might also want to add some fibre to their diet to see if that works...my dogs have never had issues and are now on a raw diet which also supposed to prevent problems)

[BowBizDogBows]

Originally Posted by Sweet Girls

Some dogs never have problems with their anal glands, and sometimes groomers can create problems by expressing them incorrectly. If your dog has solid stools, they will naturally express their glands while having their bowel movements...if they are dragging their behind, then I would take them to a vet to make sure that is the problem before starting something that might not need to be started. (you might also want to add some fibre to their diet to see if that works...my dogs have never had issues and are now on a raw diet which also supposed to prevent problems)

That is very informative - and makes sense! Thank you for posting that.

[seraphina]

hello.
my name is madison and i am also from hamilton ontario. i have a furbaby named Bailey. he is currently 14 weeks. his birthday is march 6th 2010.

i would love to find a hamilton/burlington meet up for my little boy.

another hard problem i have to finding clothes for my baby that are under $20.00 a piece. petsmart is so expensive!. any ideas?

[Rosen]

Hello my dear! I am realy sorry but I am from Windsor Ontario not from Hamilton. Sorry dear!

[Sweet Girls]

Hi Madison,
I'm in Oakville...not too far away, and my girl is about 1.5 years old. I would be willing to try and get together in Burlington at some point but the summer is rather busy with school/cottage/vacation travel. Did you get down to T.O for Woofstock? It was a lot of fun, very busy and lots of clothing. There is a winter one happening in November. I don't really do a lot of clothing other than winter/fall coats, so I'm afraid I don't have any other suggestions...sorry.

Marg

[seraphina]

i would love to get them together to play. i do have a truck and he loves going for drives so it wouln't be a problem to meet up. you can add me as a friend and we can make plans when you aren't busy.

[deeogie]

Hey everyone.....I am from Brampton...someone earlier was asking about clothing? Have you tried Walmart?? They have adorable clothes alot of the time!!I also noticed that Giant Tiger is picking up on some items also.....I find that Petsmart is crazy for prices as is the rest of anything in petstores!!!lol Good Luck shopping!!)

[trin7]

Hi everyone - we have two Yorkies, Darwin is 7 lbs and will be two in a few months. Mabel is 7 months and last time she was weighed she was 3 lbs 5 oz. We're in BC on the beautiful (and so far, Supertanker free) west coast.

[snowbird]

Hello. Bella and I live in New Brunswick. Bella is 6 months old and the love of my life. Isn't this YT great. So much great info for new and old yorkie lovers

[abbie506]

Hey fellow canadians...I am Abbie from the province
of New Brunswick , Canada...
Yorkies have ruled my home for 30 plus years now

I am down to one at the moment, she is 2 years old,
4 pounds....Sophia Marie
I also have a border collie rescue.....

As I said over in the U.S. section, when I win the lottery I plan to fill a home with yorkies and staff ! lol

hugs
Abbie

[Mollysmom411999]

I recently lost my precious yorkie and maybe in the future would love to get another, anyone recommend any great breeders in Ontario?

[abbie506]

Mollysmom....you really should find another yorkie baby. I sure can tell you who to stay away from......

[Mollysmom411999]

Sure would like to know, have had my share of shady breeders too!

[abbie506]

Hi MollysMom, I see the date of your loss is very recent....oh how my heart goes out to you
I've owned and raised yorkies for well over 35 years now, and I found that although we can never replace any baby, a new little
soul can help us heal.
Years ago, I ordered a pup from a lady by the name of Donna Powell, with Braecliff Kennels. Make a long story short...
I paid HUGE amount of money for a female yorkie, had it flown
here to the maritimes, and within 27 days it died.
I contacted Donna, and she said in order to get my money refunded I would have to pay for an autopsy , which I did...
In short to make a long story short.....after the vet gave her a full
report (another cost to me) she told me she didn't have the money to pay me for refund, and said she could send me
money each month....which did happen for a while.
In short I figure I was out well over 800.00, and when I confronted her about it, she claimed her husband left me and
she could not finish paying me.
Funny thing is, she never stopped her business after her husband
left....and I still see her on the web.
I am saying 800.00 loss although with autopsy ,vet bill, airfare,
etc, was no doubt lots more.
So thats ONE to steer clear of

Are you planing to purchase another baby soon ?


warmest regards and big hug
abbie

[Mollysmom411999]

H Abbie, yes my loss was very recent and it real hard and quiet around here without her. She was very bonded to me, as she had quite a few medical issues over the years, which in turn made us very attached and close. I purchased her at a pet store, a big no-no I know, but felt sooo bad for her there,I felt I rescued her and have no regrets for sure. I just no longer go to pet stores with live pets, and totally dicourage any who do.
Molly was my needy one, very vocal for her meals and treats and walks and would sulk til I come home. My other 2 are very independant, and rarely make a peep unless someone comes to the door, which is good but makes for an unusually quiet home while we grieve.
Thanks for the info i just went on their site this a.m. glad I didnt enquire.
I am looking for another baby yorkie cause of the age of my other 2. One is 9 1/2 and the other 7. I can't bear to be without a yorkie so I want to start looking.I would have lots but our city bylaw is 3. I'm hoping Im not subconciuously looking to replace my Muffin, I know I cant but the void is so much! (As I currently can't see my screen :*(