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25.01.2022 So love this darling boy.. Rory loves sleeping behind the sofa, so I’ve wrangled a comfy bed back there..and he loves it..! Out of the hustle & bustle of pup...pies and kitty cats..! After a hearty breakfast of minced kangaroo, egg, vegies & supplements he’s curled up straight away - still cosy in his outdoor coat..! See more

25.01.2022 Lily the Ragdoll, has really missed Gem’s company while Gem has been busy with motherhood duties. First day today that Gem has relaxed and allowed Lily to snuggle up...

24.01.2022 Received some lovely update pics of young Beau (2020 Litter) today. He’s living the dream on a farm with big sis Lucy (2018 Litter)

22.01.2022 I can’t emphasise enough, how careful people need to be, and to do lots of ‘due diligence’ when considering acquiring a puppy, from ANY source - ‘registered’ & non-registered breeders, internet sites, Gumtree, local media and even Shelters & ‘Rescues’. In each category there are people who put their own vested interests ahead of the dogs’ & puppies’ best interests. When wanting to add a suitable, healthy, well-adjusted furry family member for 10-15 years, it’s vital to check credentials and ensure the puppy breeder is someone you feel able to trust, initially AND in the longer term. Never a more important need for ‘Buyer Beware’.

21.01.2022 Mr Beau (2020 Litter) having fun on the farm today..!

20.01.2022 Young Milly (2020 Litter) has joined 10 year Jess from Sweep’s first Litter in 2010. Duchess Jess seems very happy to have a new little friend..!

20.01.2022 Miss Jess (Litter of 2010) is a grand duchess these days, and has been looking forward to little Miss Molly’s arrival, and they are getting along well..!

20.01.2022 Miss Peggy has had her final Vaccinations today, with Dr David, and she was very well behaved..! She is still a wee gal, at only 5.5kg.

19.01.2022 This year’s Dogs Day Out is still on..! Yay! BUT at a different location and you will need to get a FREE online ticket (to comply with Covid). Hope to see you there..! It’s always a fun day!

19.01.2022 Lots of people often have trouble visualizing what their overweight animals should look like at a pet weight. Veterinarians will give various descriptions to ow...ners, such as how there should be a tuck in the waist visible from both the top down and from the side profile for many breeds. Here are some outlined photos of overweight dogs to show what a rough acceptable weight would look like on them. Every breed is unique and will have different attributes for their build and body style depending on their lineage. Drawing overlays by Jasmine Thomas, original post by Kelly Colflesh. #kellycolflesh @jasminethomas See more

17.01.2022 Handsome Jack had the most beautiful and even temperament. As did Phoebe, Rory’s Mum (who is still alive and living the relaxed retired life in Perth, WA ). It’s wonderful to have been able to watch the subsequent generations develop and grow up.. Each time I’ve focussed on matching breeding partners with equally even temperaments (after doing health checks, of course). Our Aim is always about developing wonderful companion Border Collies, that fit in and suit family lif...e. Jack was Rory’s father - Great Grandpa Rory is Gem’s father - Grandpa Flossie is Gems mother - Grandma Gem is Peggy’s mother

14.01.2022 Gem (2018 litter) is being a helpful & playful Mum with our youngest, Miss Peggy (2020 Litter), and I think they’re both enjoying themselves. Sophie has lost a horn, [Edit: Sorry, an ‘ossicone’, I’ve been reliably informed.. ] but otherwise is holding up well..!

14.01.2022 Always a great night!

11.01.2022 We are very grateful for all the hard work, skilled care and compassion shown by these wonderful women. It’s very much appreciated by me and our furry crew of six..!

10.01.2022 The gorgeous blue merle Miss Squid from Rory & Flossie’s 2017 Litter..

09.01.2022 Young Beau (née Bobby) is settling in well with his big fur sister Lucy (2018 Litter)..

09.01.2022 Peggy and I ticked another couple of things off her ‘socialisation’ checklist today..! Or as I’d prefer to call it - her ‘getting to know the world around her’ ...list. Firstly we went to the groomers, and she had her sharp little claws trimmed..! I usually do my own grooming but my frozen shoulder is preventing me currently, and it’s good for Peg to learn to be handled by others, and get treats for it..! Secondly, we headed to Bunnings Hardware. The staff really are lovely and are always keen to interact. We’ve been a couple of times already, but this was the first time Peggy was keen to greet strangers, and was attempting to lure them over for tummy rubs..! It wasn’t hard...! See more

09.01.2022 WANT TO KNOW WHY THE LOW-COST, NUTRIENT-PACKED "SARDINE" IS A MUST ADD TO YOUR PET'S DIET PLAN? THEN CHECK OUT THE "TOP 10" REASONS WHY! If you're like me, you’...re always searching for an herb or whole food add that will help extend the life of your furry BFF. But if I told you one of these treasures was a small, salt-water, soft-boned, oil-rich, silvery fish that smells worse than most grandparents’ feet, would you still try it out? Hailed as one of the richest sources of omega-3, vitamin D and vitamin B-12 (to name a few), this whole food addition (which got its name from the Italian island of Sardinia) is called the sardine! I can hear the groaning now... "Sardines look and smell gross! most of you are probably saying. True, but if you check out my top 10 reasons why you should ignore the smell and fall in love, you won't regret it AND your pet will love you for it! Check out these 10 awesome reasons as to why this is a must-add: 1.) PROTEIN PACKED Your carnivorous dog and cat need protein for proper muscle and connective tissue development. Protein provides structure for skin, hair, joints, bones and nails to name a few! Sardines and fish, which are considered a high quality protein, are full of the essential amino acids your pets cannot produce and need from this type food. 2.) JOINT AND BONE SUPPORT Sardines are not only one of the most concentrated sources of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA for joint health, but they are packed with a rich source of bone-building and bone strengthening vitamin D! 3.) HEART HEALTH Sardines are an excellent source of vitamin B12, which promotes an overall cardiovascular well-being. Now tie in the DHA and EPA that are also found in the sardine and you have a cocktail of awesomeness aiding in heart health! 4.) BEATS UP ON CANCER Studies have shown that omega-3s found in the sardine can inhibit the formation of tumours and prevent cancer from metastasizing. They do this by inducing a process in cancer cells called apoptosis. Today, science is also showing that an ample source of vitamin D, from the sardine, may turn out to play an important role in the prevention of certain types of cancer as well. 5.) BRAIN HEALTH Studies in people show that supplementing with DHA (found in sardines), is beneficial in supporting cognitive health in aging brains. A study on beagle puppies found DHA improved cognitive learning and motor skills during the developmental stages. Therefore, sardines help sharpen your pet's learning abilities, memory, eye function and psychomotor skills. 6.) HELPS RELIEVE ALLERGIES Research suggests that supplementing with fatty acids found in sardines, is useful in preventing atopy (allergies to inhaled substances such as pollens and molds) from developing in young animals. Also, because of the incredible anti-inflammatory properties that the sardines carry, they are a great add to help reduce the chronic redness and inflamed skin some pets experience from these allergies. 7.) CAN HELP YOUR PET LOSE WEIGHT The rich source of omega-3s found in the sardine can activate a type of protein that turns on fat-burning genes in your pet's body! Used correctly, they can help slim down pudgy pets. 8.) POSITIVE EFFECTS AGAINST SEIZING PETS Research shows that the omega, packed in the sardine, contains potent anti-inflammatory properties that fight the inflammation mediators in epileptic patients while increasing seizure thresholds, in other words, helping to suppress attacks. 9.) KIDNEY SUPPORT A study on dogs found that while omega 6 supplementation accelerated the decline in kidney function of early stages of kidney disease, supplementing with omega-3 had protective effects. In human studies, it was found that people with long-term use of fish oil, like the oil found in sardines, slowed the loss of kidney function! 10.) MOOD IMPROVER AND ANTI-DEPRESSANT EPA and DHA found in sardines, according to research, can also improve mood. EPA from marine sources like sardines can decrease cytokines associated with depression. BUT WHAT ABOUT THE AMOUNT OF TOXINS FOUND IN TODAY'S FISH SUPPLY? AREN'T SARDINES POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS? You see, sardines are a short lived fish. Therefore they don't have a lot of time to accumulate a ton of toxins from the water. They are at the bottom of the aquatic food chain as well, meaning they only feast on plankton. So they don't concentrate heavy metals, such as mercury, and contaminants as do other fish. OK, NOW FOR THE MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION: HOW MUCH SARDINE SHOULD YOU FEED TO YOUR PET? Let's go to expert and pet food formulator, Steve Brown, for this one shall we? "The best canned sardines for dogs (and cats) are those in water with no salt added. Avoid sardines packed in soy, corn, sunflower, safflower, or other omega-6 rich oils. Use the entire can of sardines within two days after opening it, and refrigerate the open can, so that the fragile fats do not go rancid. Don’t overdo it! EPA and DHA, like most nutrients, provide wonderful health benefits in small amounts, and are detrimental in excess amounts or without sufficient antioxidant protection. Here are my sardine recommendations for adult dogs. Feed twice this much to puppies and pregnant or lactating females. Dog’s Weight 3.75-oz can sardines 5 lbs 1/4 can per week 15 lbs 1/2 can per week 25 lbs 5/8 can per week 50 lbs 1 can per week 100 lbs 1 3/4 cans per week A 3.75-ounce can of sardines has about 200 calories, so reduce the amount of dry food given on sardine days accordingly. Rule of thumb: One can of sardines in water has about the same number of calories as cup of most dog foods. For cats, no more than a 1/4 to maximum 1/2 a week. Remember to always check with your veterinarian for specific doses, and always practice variation, moderation and balance when introducing new foods to your pets. So go grab a clothes pin, plug your nose, and add some aquatic love to your pet's bowls. Most will love you for it! Rodney Habib

07.01.2022 Loving this photo from Melbourne (during lockdown). Miss Skye (right side) is a blue merle girl from Rory & Flossie’s 2017 litter. They’re all waiting for Dad, who’s just returned home. Such a great family pic..!

04.01.2022 Making good matches is key..!

03.01.2022 Miss Peggy gravitated to the only other (adult ) Border Collie at Puppy Class tonight ..!

01.01.2022 Jess (2010 Litter) and Milly (2020 Litter)