ELSRi Crimson Cross Mini Aussies

27/06/2024

These boys are ready for new adventures with their forever families. Columbo was awarded Reserve Best of Breed this weekend. Nice boys.

12/06/2024

What has a dogs unwanted behaviour got to do with long nails ❓
The answer really can be everything 🤯❗
For some, this can even be the direct cause.
I get it....this isn't going to be as popular as other posts, but this message is really important.❗
Especially if you have a dog with behavioural issues.
Reactive and/or dogs that exhibit and show aggressive behaviour can have this very issue and it is a contributing factor...or a direct cause.
Within a few minutes of arriving at a clients home and especially if they are reactive, I glance at a dogs claws.
The vast majority of the time they are overgrown and I can see the claws have caused their toes to splay out, the huge amount of tightness and tension in the foot and the way those long claws are causing pain to this dog.
I will explain to this client just how very important it is to keep a dogs claws short.....often I am met with jaws dropped and a statement of " I had no idea !".

What I cant describe in the graphic is when they grow too long and dogs walk on a hard surface and for some (if long enough) any surface... there is enormous pressure and pain from those claws being pushed back up. They cannot sink into the ground.
That pressure/energy has to go somewhere and it is right back up into the toe and paw, but that is often just the start of the issues.
That causes a change in how paws move...that changes how joints move...that changes how hips move.
From a few long claws a dog can be in pain in multiple areas in their body.

They are not like our nails at all.
If we have long nails, no problem....it usually doesn't cause us any issues at all.
For dogs though.... they can be in incredible pain and will NOT show it in ways we may recognise easily....however they certainly DO show it in their behaviour.

"I will just walk more on concrete"....
Concrete walks are usually not enough to wear down long claws as they can grow much faster than they are worn down.
Those same concrete walks can also cause serious pain, the long nails cannot sink into the concrete and the pressure pushes back up forcing toes, feet. joints and hips to walk differently.

The remarkable thing about dogs claws is the nerve/blood supply shrinks back just a little when the claws are cut.
If you have a dog with clear claws you can usually see this as a pinky/red core inside the nail.....DONT cut that.
Trim the claws often enough and that pinky/red core will start to shrink back every time (even if it is a mm)....Over a few weeks or months, THAT is how you get short claws.
If you need help, see a groomer or a veterinarian.
If they are really long you will need multiple visits (if you are unable to do this yourself).
If you have a dog with black claws, get a trusted groomer to do this or show you how and when to stop.

Cutting claws isn't a "cure" for behavioural issues....but the pain associated with them can be a major contributor.

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04/06/2024

Three 10-wk old boys ready to go. Have had two sets of shots, healthy and happy babies. Eager to please. PM for more info.

31/05/2024

Fun shows and great for beginners. Five shows in two days.

IABCA calendar

31/05/2024

31/05/2024

Columbo is available. Large mini/small standard. Quiet and observant. Very loving and eager to please.

28/05/2024

Two show/performance prospect boys still looking for forever homes. 9 weeks old. Minimal white. Genetic tested parents. Mom is DM carrier and NBT. Merle was born with long tail, but Tri had NBT at birth. Moderate bone, thick coats, beautiful, and smart.

23/05/2024

I must have been overzealous!! This litters birthday was May 25, 2023

Happy first birthday to the Luke x Lusi Archie Comics litter!! Archie Gary N Cindy Sears, Lani Tant, Gigi McHugh, Koda Tammie Kelsoe, and Freyja Graveman! Momma Quinnie loves you babies!!

22/05/2024

These are fun shows, and you can title in one weekend. Dogs are given a written critique in each of five rings. International and domestic judges.

🐾 Calling all Nashville dog owners! 🐾

Get ready to strut your pup's stuff at the upcoming IABCA Dog Show!

It's the🐾paw-fect🐾 opportunity to show off your dogs.

Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with wagging tails and furry fun! 🐶✨



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22/05/2024

Due to a miscommunication at the Cullman Ag Center, I have had to find a new venue for my dog show next month, ASDR Heart of Dixie Howl-a-bration Dog Show . If you have already made hotel reservations in Cullman, it's about a 30 minute drive straight up 65. There are hotels in Decatur approximately 3-5 miles from the new venue.

The show will now be held at the Decatur Alabama Kennel Club, 212 Mill Rd, Decatur, AL. There are no RV hookups but you can dry camp with a generator. Water is available. We have bathrooms, but no showers. Most importantly, the building is air conditioned!! Dogs can be crated inside overnight, but there can be no grooming inside. I will have a tent, fans, and a generator set up outside for grooming. You are welcome to bring your pop up canopy as well.

I'm sorry for any inconvenience, but I think you'll love my home kennel club. Message me any questions or post on the group page.

21/05/2024

20/05/2024

Entries for the ASDR Heart of Dixie Howlabration show close Wednesday, May 22, at midnight central time.

Send a message to learn more

19/05/2024

This is what I think of when people ask, "How can you get rid of them?" These pics bring me pure joy knowing how much one of my babies is loved. Welcome to the ELSRi Crimson Cross Mini Aussies family to the Green's. I believe Meeka Diamond Green is gonna be spoiled a little🥰🥰

12/05/2024

Happy Mother's Day from ELSRi Crimson Cross Mini Aussies !

Happy Mother’s Day to all our Moms💕🐾

03/05/2024

Can they get any cuter? Going for first set of shots tomorrow with their daddy. 🩷🩵🩵🩵

29/04/2024

I've had some posers tonight. Hard to believe they'll be five weeks old tomorrow.

29/04/2024

Queen of the head tilt🥰🥰

25/04/2024

If you have an ELSRi Crimson Cross Mini Aussies and want to take it AKC as a Mini American Shepherd, time is running out to do so (unless the stud books remain open). Here is the information on the www.stockdogregistryservices.com website:

Individual Registrations:

This is for dogs from our current accepted registries.

Individual dogs registered with approved registries whose owners want to register their dogs with AKC must submit to SDRS the Application for Enrollment as a Miniature American Shepherd into the AKC along with copies of registration certificates, which must be postmarked or emailed by November 15, 2024.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Stock Dog Registry

25/04/2024

Join us this weekend at the North Alabama Canine Expo in Athens, located at the Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo Arena! Swing by our booth located right beside Air of Whimsy for a chance to win prizes for participating in the Cheese-Stick Challenge! Also, don't forget to visit our agility demo in the arena.