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Beagle dog
...Austin, of Hanrod Dog Training Centre, who trains the AQIS Beagles, says of 20 Beagles offered for training only one may be suitable. These dogs need to display initiative, independent thinking, and respond to food rewards. He says these dogs are selected for a specific purpose, using their sense of smell – at which they excel – but pet Beagles may require more time and perseverance to train. A structured training program is strongly recommended f... read more

Lungfish

...sh occupies a unique place in evolution, some experts believing it to be a link between the fishes and the land animals. Aside from the fact that it possesses a lung allowing it to breathe air, the lungfish secretes hormones to stimulate reproduction which are identical with those of mammals, including humans. This discovery was made by Professor Jean Joss who heads the Australian Lungfish Research Centre based at Sydney’s Macquarie University. Wh... read more

Light Fitting Pots

...rmwater pipe x 1800mm 4mm long link chain bolts/nuts/washers 5mm snap hooks 20mm ceiling hooks aluminium flywire potting mix iron pot stand plants How it was done 1. Don prepared two painted, aluminium light shades for planting by simply cutting some aluminium flywire to size and covering the holes at the bottom. He then filled the shades with potting mix and planted them with freckle face (Hypoestes ‘Persuasion’) and sedum (Sedum ‘Gold Mound’). T... read more

German Shepherd

German Shepherd
...t are designed to reduce the incidence of diseases with a possible genetic link, by selecting for breeding only those animals which pass stringent selection tests. In Australia, the German Shepherd Dog League has established an A-stamp Certificate system which is designed to reduce the incidence of hip dysplasia, a crippling disease of the hind legs. The A clearance means that the puppy is of a quality acceptable for breeding. A similar certificat... read more

Low Maintenance Garden

...spare time keeping it in shape, consider conifers such as Spartan juniper (Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’) which grow naturally into a pleasing, conical shape. Further reading See the bonus 20-page section on low maintenance gardens in the November edition of the Burke’s Backyard magazine. The magazine is available at newsagents for $4.80.... read more

Bird-friendly & Beautiful

...rds will definitely come to your garden. But with a design like the one on page 38 you’ll have every chance of fulfilling your dreams. If you don’t understand the pavilion thing in this garden design just go to the Burke’s Backyard website at www.burkesbackyard.com.au and look up the Backyard Blitz fact sheet in the 2005 makeover archives, and find the ‘Ultimate Outdoor Entertainer’. It has all the details. And promise me that you will send your r... read more

Potatoes recipes

...in the coriander leaves. Now your filling is made, but let it cool down for 20 minutes before making the pies. Shaping the pies: I find that using small tart tins 10cm wide and 2cm deep makes this easy (mine come as a tray with four tarts per tray). Spray the inside of each tart tin with light olive oil, then add a layer of mashed potato about 5-10mm thick. Then put a dollop of meat filling inside. Top with more mashed potato to seal into a pie sh... read more

Don’s Tips: Weeds

Weeding
...better – especially on problem weeds. These new sprays also work better during Autumn/Winter as well. Send us before and after pictures of your weed successes. You can do this by going to burkesbackyard.com, select the Facebook page (the small symbol near the top right with an f in a green circle) and then put your before and after photos in the section that says Write Something On This Page….. We’ll send a Burke’s Backyard pack to the best weede... read more

Top 10 Best Dog Breeds

Golden Retriever
...if food is offered as a reward! They are also inclined to wander, and many Beagles find an open gate irresistible! Check out our Beagle Pet Road Test Number 8: Poodle Poodles are real little characters. They love playing, they’re great lapdogs and they’re great fun. On the negative side their coats need trimming, and some can be very neurotic. Check out our Poodle Pet Road Test Number 9: Labrador Retriever The popular Labrador Retriever is intelli... read more

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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

...ry but is one of the rarer members found here. There are probably less than 20 in Australia today, although their attractive appearance and outgoing temperament could spark a big demand. Appearance: To the lay-person the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen looks like a cross between a Beagle and a Wire-coated Dachshund, standing 34-38cm (13.5-15") and weighing 14-16kg (31-35lb). It is essentially a dwarf (normal body, short legs) rather than a miniature... read more

Foxhounds

...s. Appearance: To the layman, the Foxhound is just a taller version of the Beagle, smooth-coated, with drop ears and available in the same range of colours: black, white, tan and their combinations. Beagles are small to medium dogs reaching about 40cm (16″), the Foxhound stands 58-64cm (23-25″) and has a flatter skull and sharper features. Temperament: Foxhounds are said to be typical hounds: active, friendly, outgoing, craving company but once on... read more