Nothing in the shop, but pups ears good

[Tim9]

I haven’t had a spare second in the shop lately. Had to put my 15 y/o Ridgeback down a month ago. Was really bummed but his hind legs just gave out. I had to constantly help him stand and at 110 lbs... it was no easy matter.
Anyway... after a week I just knew I had to get another pup, and soon. Found a breeder in Palestine Tx .... drove there @3 weeks ago, and got my new Ridgback puppy. I forgot how time consuming it was training a pup. But it’s worth the trouble in my opinion.
So... to the project. After a couple of days I noticed one of her ears wouldn’t stand up. It was weak. Read up and watched a few YouTube videos before I stumbled upon a breeder who cracked the ear code in my opinion.
She suggested Breath-rite strips. That and ostomy skin glue. It worked like a champ and the pup wasn’t at all concerned that there was this nose strip taped/glued inside her ear.
As was pointed out by several breeders & vets.... it only took a few days. Took it off after about 4 days and now her ears are both strong enough to stand and move on their own.

 

[Tim9]

Here’s the pic of her weak left ear before I taped it.

 

[Latinrascalrg1]

Glad to hear shes ok.....Shes a Beautiful Pup for sure.

 

[Tim9]

Glad to hear shes ok.....Shes a Beautiful Pup for sure.

Thanks. She is a cutie. Of course I’m partial.
FWIW...if anyone is curious, here’s the video of the breeder who cracked the code. Really brilliant because I must have looked at 5 videos of which they taped the ears down with tape from ear to ear and looped under the chin with tape. Tried it that way and drove my pup crazy. After five minutes I took it off and kept reading and watching more videos. Breath Rite strips were perfect. Only used it on the one weak ear and she could care less it was there.Breathe rite strip for dog ear

 

[bakrch]

sorry for your loss ... and beautiful pup! Trying to not think about the inevitable sad moment and enjoying the good times. Hoping he will get to 15 like yours!

He is 3 now @ 104lb.

 

[Tim9]

sorry for your loss ... and beautiful pup! Trying to not think about the inevitable sad moment and enjoying the good times. Hoping he will get to 15 like yours!

He is 3 now @ 104lb.

Oh... 3 is a great age. He’s a big handsome guy who will give you many more years.
I’ve always had big dogs. They don’t last as long as the smaller breeds but I like the protection factor a big dog affords me. Between a big loyal dog and Smith & Wesson... I sleep good at night.
That said.... Ridgebacks are so awesome once they reach a happy understanding with their owners. No... they don’t do silly dog tricks. They do protect and are as smart as any dog on earth in my opinion.

 

[bakrch]

Oh... 3 is a great age. He’s a big handsome guy who will give you many more years.
I’ve always had big dogs. They don’t last as long as the smaller breeds but I like the protection factor a big dog affords me. Between a big loyal dog and Smith & Wesson... I sleep good at night.
That said.... Ridgebacks are so awesome once they reach a happy understanding with their owners. No... they don’t do silly dog tricks. They do protect and are as smart as any dog on earth in my opinion.

It is funny how protective he is at home, takes it so seriously. I see him as a goofball and a princess most of the time (likes to be clean and warm by the fire or under a blanket). He is oddly social in large crowds and loves his attention.

You aren't kidding though, had him out in Colorado and he got after a pack of Elk ( after busting clear through a screen door) ... luckily he was smart enough to keep his distance after the male gave him a bugling. Prey drive is my only issue with him. He is a great listener and loyal companion, but when that prey drive kicks in it all goes out the window for a minute or two.

 

[Dhal22]

Beautiful dog. We replaced our 14 yo Lab recently, after a yr or 2 of mourning, with a Labradoodle. A wonderful smart dog. New puppies are a great way to get over your previous dog.

I grew up just outside of Palestine.

 

[Tim9]

Yeah... I have a friend who has always had Chocolate Labs. Great dogs. Labs are really great pets.
My Ridgeback/ black lab was a great dog. He lasted 16 years but he truly was the most amazing pet I have ever owned. He really was special. And he didn’t shed. That was huge !
First time I ever visited Palestine. I’m not a worldly traveler.... but I really liked that city. Can’t really put my finger on it but I liked it.

 

[mmcmdl]

Anyone not " liking " every post on this thread should be …………………………...

Beautiful dogs , all of them . We lost our Sheltie in my pic a few years back . We replaced her with 3 more Sheltie pups …………………...what was I thinking ?