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Anonymous Coward User ID: 2601530 New Zealand 11/19/2012 07:03 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Lazy day chocolate cake Equipment You'll need 2 x 20cm springform pans. Ingredients 120g unsalted butter, chopped 220g (1 cup firmly packed) brown sugar 2 eggs 240g (1 cup) sour cream, at room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 225g (1 1/2 cups) plain flour 75g (3/4 cup) Dutch cocoa (see top tips) 1/2 tsp baking powder Chocolate ganache 200g dark chocolate (55% cocoa solids), finely chopped 300ml thickened cream Method Step 1 To make ganache, place chocolate in a large heatproof bowl. Place cream in a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Pour cream over chocolate and stir until melted and combined. Divide ganache between 2 bowls. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 bowl. Stand second bowl at room temperature. Step 2 Preheat oven to 160°C. To make cake, grease pans and line with baking paper. Place butter and sugar in a saucepan. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 3 minutes or until sugar dissolves and butter is melted. Remove from heat and whisk in eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Sift over flour with cocoa, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda, then whisk until smooth. Divide batter between pans. Step 3 Bake, swapping pans halfway, for 35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into centres comes out clean. Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Step 4 Remove ganache from fridge, stir until smooth, then spread over top of 1 cake. Top with second cake, then gently press together. Pour over room temperature ganache to serve. |
Laura Bow User ID: 1158661 United States 11/19/2012 07:03 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Last Edited by Laura Bow on 11/19/2012 07:04 PM |
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Burt Gummer User ID: 7702124 United States 11/19/2012 07:05 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Dog breeder has little to do with it. All pure breed German Shepards have that genetic flaw. |
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Laura Bow User ID: 1158661 United States 11/19/2012 07:12 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Dog breeder has little to do with it. All pure breed German Shepards have that genetic flaw. Are you saying all German Shepherds have hip problems? That's incorrect, however it can pop up even in dogs that have had parents, grandparents, etc. who have been health tested. There's no way to produce a flawless dog, just like there is not a flawless human. Some lines are more likely to have good hips than others, however. |
Laura Bow User ID: 1158661 United States 11/19/2012 07:14 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can be certified free. Will save you time, money and some heartache. However, rescue pupps are awesome too. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 25284379 [link to www.candlehillshepherds.com] Yes, parents can be certified free of dysplasia but in the end the only way you can be 100% sure that your dog is free of hip dysplasia is to also have the certification done on your own dog as well. However, even parents that are certified may produce a pup that has hip problems but (depending on factors, which is why it does depend on the breeder) in general, should be less likely to produce one. |
Laura Bow User ID: 1158661 United States 11/19/2012 07:16 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Lazy day chocolate cake Quoting: Anonymous Coward 2601530 Equipment You'll need 2 x 20cm springform pans. Ingredients 120g unsalted butter, chopped 220g (1 cup firmly packed) brown sugar 2 eggs 240g (1 cup) sour cream, at room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract 225g (1 1/2 cups) plain flour 75g (3/4 cup) Dutch cocoa (see top tips) 1/2 tsp baking powder Chocolate ganache 200g dark chocolate (55% cocoa solids), finely chopped 300ml thickened cream Method Step 1 To make ganache, place chocolate in a large heatproof bowl. Place cream in a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Pour cream over chocolate and stir until melted and combined. Divide ganache between 2 bowls. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 bowl. Stand second bowl at room temperature. Step 2 Preheat oven to 160°C. To make cake, grease pans and line with baking paper. Place butter and sugar in a saucepan. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for 3 minutes or until sugar dissolves and butter is melted. Remove from heat and whisk in eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Sift over flour with cocoa, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda, then whisk until smooth. Divide batter between pans. Step 3 Bake, swapping pans halfway, for 35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into centres comes out clean. Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Step 4 Remove ganache from fridge, stir until smooth, then spread over top of 1 cake. Top with second cake, then gently press together. Pour over room temperature ganache to serve. Not sure what this has to do with the discussion but it SOUNDS GOOD! |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 26845735 United States 11/19/2012 07:16 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a friend who breeds them and she seems happy with them as a pet. My only question is about their hips, I always hear stories about them getting some sort of hip problems (I forget what they call it)I also plan on taking it to training, so it will be well behaved in public. Quoting: mk ultra 5813027 I hope some lifeform has a friend who is breeding humans and you become their pet. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 26365184 United States 11/19/2012 07:28 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Please only get this dog if you can give it lots of exercise and stimulation. They are great family dogs but have to be well integrated as one of the family. You will need a firm hand also with this breed they are highly intelligent and need a lot of training to be healthy and happy. They are working dogs and not ones to sit around the house doing nothing. They are not good with small animals and will chase and kill etc. Other then that best dog I have ever had. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 26365184 United States 11/19/2012 07:30 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Dog breeder has little to do with it. All pure breed German Shepards have that genetic flaw. Are you saying all German Shepherds have hip problems? That's incorrect, however it can pop up even in dogs that have had parents, grandparents, etc. who have been health tested. There's no way to produce a flawless dog, just like there is not a flawless human. Some lines are more likely to have good hips than others, however. Most all large breeds can get hip issues key is for them not to get overwieght in old age. |
mk ultra (OP) User ID: 5813027 United States 11/19/2012 07:33 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow ^that's what its called! I love your AV, okay I am getting excited again. I just want to make sure I make the right decision. Its been years since my last dog passed away and I feel like I can love another dog again. |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 26365184 United States 11/19/2012 07:35 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow ^that's what its called! I love your AV, okay I am getting excited again. I just want to make sure I make the right decision. Its been years since my last dog passed away and I feel like I can love another dog again. You will love this loyal breed. |
mk ultra (OP) User ID: 5813027 United States 11/19/2012 07:36 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Please only get this dog if you can give it lots of exercise and stimulation. They are great family dogs but have to be well integrated as one of the family. You will need a firm hand also with this breed they are highly intelligent and need a lot of training to be healthy and happy. They are working dogs and not ones to sit around the house doing nothing. They are not good with small animals and will chase and kill etc. Other then that best dog I have ever had. yes, I am very active, I run 7, sometimes 8 miles a day a few times a week. and I am self employed and at home a lot, so I don't have to leave it alone for long. |
Laura Bow User ID: 1158661 United States 11/19/2012 07:37 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow ^that's what its called! I love your AV, okay I am getting excited again. I just want to make sure I make the right decision. Its been years since my last dog passed away and I feel like I can love another dog again. Do your homework and make sure that they are right for you! There are different lines of German Shepherds as well, there are working dogs, show dogs, larger lines...check into what you are looking for and don't be afraid to ask questions. |
mk ultra (OP) User ID: 5813027 United States 11/19/2012 07:40 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can be certified free. Will save you time, money and some heartache. However, rescue pupps are awesome too. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 25284379 [link to www.candlehillshepherds.com] Yes, parents can be certified free of dysplasia but in the end the only way you can be 100% sure that your dog is free of hip dysplasia is to also have the certification done on your own dog as well. However, even parents that are certified may produce a pup that has hip problems but (depending on factors, which is why it does depend on the breeder) in general, should be less likely to produce one. the problem is my friend breeds them, I can get one from her at a great price, but I am actually considering looking to import one from another breeder. I don't want to hurt her feelings, but I want a dog that is going to be as free and clear of hip problems as possible. I've been thinking about this for along time, and she is asking me if I want in on the next litter and I keep stalling. I know a dog is a dog and I'll fall for it no matter where is comes from, but I want to get the best I can. |
mk ultra (OP) User ID: 5813027 United States 11/19/2012 07:41 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow ^that's what its called! I love your AV, okay I am getting excited again. I just want to make sure I make the right decision. Its been years since my last dog passed away and I feel like I can love another dog again. Do your homework and make sure that they are right for you! There are different lines of German Shepherds as well, there are working dogs, show dogs, larger lines...check into what you are looking for and don't be afraid to ask questions. your dog's AV is beautiful btw. |
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mk ultra (OP) User ID: 5813027 United States 11/19/2012 07:42 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I have a friend who breeds them and she seems happy with them as a pet. My only question is about their hips, I always hear stories about them getting some sort of hip problems (I forget what they call it)I also plan on taking it to training, so it will be well behaved in public. Quoting: mk ultra 5813027 I hope some lifeform has a friend who is breeding humans and you become their pet. yes, its called marriage... I was made a lovely pet to a lovely life form, called a husband. My cage is quite nice and padded, too. |
Mkguyver User ID: 521603 United States 11/19/2012 07:50 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | This is exactly why I quit jumping my 3 year old shepherd, I read about how jumping them causes this prematurely. At two years old he could easily 16~18 ft wide canals at full sprint up in the hills. Wow he could jump. But I put a stop to the big jumping and now he jumps on his own. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 25658088 United States 11/19/2012 08:03 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Research the Belgian Malinois. Bad ass dogs. Very smart, very agile, no hip problems, and they hit like a ton of bricks in bite work. Make sure you know what you are getting into, though. They are dogs that like to work/play. I suggest a raw food diet, two raw chicken leg quarters a day, bone and all. Do some raw veggies as well. Crate training will be a plus. For more help: [link to leerburg.com] Shalom... |
Mkguyver User ID: 521603 United States 11/19/2012 08:08 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I picked this dog up at the animal control in our county, nine months old. Just after I arrive the police dog trainer people arrived and were trying to talk me out of taking him. They wanted him for a life of crime fighting. I didn't give-in. This is exactly why I quit jumping my 3 year old shepherd, I read about how jumping them causes this prematurely. At two years old he could easily 16~18 ft wide canals at full sprint up in the hills. Wow he could jump. But I put a stop to the big jumping and now he jumps on his own. Quoting: Mkguyver They can have hip dysplasia, among other health issues, which is why it's important to go to a good breeder who knows what they are doing. German Shepherds are good dogs though when properly bred and raised. See my avatar :) Quoting: Laura Bow Last Edited by Mkguyver on 11/19/2012 08:20 PM |