
Originally Posted by
Nathan Dorian
Good news - we have boosted his confidence! Ended up carrying him down the road to a big grassy area, but then managed to get him to walk all around the grass on his harness and lead (which he seems to have no issue with), and he also went to the toilet (only a number 2, but hurrah!). He also was wonderful walking back on the lead to the house, so I'm super happy.
I was suspicious about him being pure cavy too, however the person we got him from assured me that he is, and we met the parents (black and tan Mother, blenheim Father) who both seemed great examples of the breed. (Had proof of Mother's pedigree but lost the Father's in the recent move they had.)
The potential of the Mother getting out and being impregnated by another dog has certainly crossed my mind, so all I can really do is just wait and see.
Hello Nathan,
I was a little concerned about your first post on this thread, as I wondered whether you were expecting a little too much, too soon, from a baby that had his whole world turned up side down.
Also a little worried about the mention of him being tired all the time ( although puppies do need a lot of sleep ) and about his unwillingness to walk, although from what you say it may have been lack of confidence rather then a physical problem?
Has August had all his vaccinations? If not he is at risk if you are taking him on grass that is used by other dogs.
I wonder how much information you were given by his breeder? They should have given you details of worming and vaccination. They should have shown you the parent's health certificates and any vet check he had been given. They should have given you a diet sheet showng what they were feeding him on and how much he needed each meal.
If he is KC registered they should have given you his registration papers.
He is a handsome little lad, with lovely dark eyes, but he does look a little long nosed. It is possible this may improve a little as his head matures.
From your photos I do wonder if his jaw may be overshot, which would mean that there is a definite gap between his top set of teeth and the bottom set? This would explain the slight ski slope look of his muzzle..
Margaret C
Cavaliers......Faith, The Ginger Tank and Woody.
Japanese Chins.... Dandy, Benny, Bridgette and Hana.
Remembered with love......... Tommy Tuppence and Fonzi
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