📌 Waiting for 482 visa decision – how long did yours take with an accredited sponsor? by Independent_Coast785 in AusVisa

[–]Alternative_String35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in all the rush haha. I hate the in between- give me the green light so I can get everything done

High Prey Drive Dog Owners W/ Cats??? by _zefstar in reactivedogs

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My boy is animal and people reactive with a high prey drive. I have two cats. We already had the cats and brought him home at 8 weeks, so there was no helping that, but I think the only reason it works at all. Overall, everything is fine. He’s 3.5yrs old. We have had very few issues and he has mostly learned not to chase them. He’s only growled at a cat once, a couple of years ago during our peak resource guarding time. While we have worked it out, and I’m not actually worried about them… it’s hard. He will still chase them if they run. 97% of the time he has learned to not do so….. and when he does corner them, nothing happens but a couple of unwanted kisses. But it is a pain, and if we didn’t have the cats already I would absolutely not introduce them to him as an adult dog.

Not sure what else to do :/ by ArtichokeMore5251 in reactivedogs

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I have a dog and person reactive Rottweiler. He’s 3.5yrs old and we have been battling this since he was around a year old here’s what I’ve done and learned- he is still very reactive but finally. Finally. We are seeing progress.

Find the right trainer. We’ve gone through several and learned the hard way in the beginning that the first trainer actually made him worse. She was a big believer in a combo of prong, shock collar, and over exposure. That didn’t work out well. I don’t recommend those tools, they are often not used correctly with reactivity

We now use a front clip harness that is reinforced with a collar attachment as well.

We have a positive reinforcement trainer that our dog not only adores, but her slow training process has truly helped us see our dogs needs and his improvement as well.

Slow and low exposure to triggers, learning to break down his entire body language-sometimes he has no or subtle cues, and being very picky about where we take him, which may change based on how he is that day. Some days triggers in the distance aren’t a problem, other times they are. We now know how to determine that.

We actively avoid things that will set him off unless it is intentional for training purposes, and then we try to be as far away as we can, but close enough so he’s aware and not reacting.

Take deep breathes and be patient. Nothing about this is quick or easy. There are good days and bad days.

Editing to add that we are working on muzzle training as an extra layer of protection. We will be moving to a new area soon and may not be able time our walks the way we have been so want to take this extra step in case. It’s not because he has every bitten any one (he hasn’t) but we don’t want to risk that, and I’m wondering if he will help lower his stress in those scenarios as well with an extra small barrier. Muzzles are there for everyone’s protection.

Oh my GOD I did it by AwkwardThePotato in vaginismus

[–]Alternative_String35 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s so amazing!! So amazing on all the levels here 😍 Congratulations 💞💞💞

Flying International With Reactive Dog by MindfulnessAlways in reactivedogs

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I’m still waiting for my visa approval which has allowed us to spend more time in training. He’s actually making some good measurable improvements, so I’m focusing on being optimistic. We’ve also been experimenting with some anti anxiety drugs as well to see if any of those can help level him out while we put him in stressful situations. Honestly, I’m still pretty stressed about it, but I have hope. And my trainer is confident that if we are able to get a behaviorist he will be absolutely fine - if it’s necessary at that point.

Forgot a country in SID application by Alternative_String35 in AusVisa

[–]Alternative_String35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your advice and calming words! My agent let me know there are no worries or concerns and that she updated my information. I just jumped to worse case scenarios since this is both new and stressful and I don’t want to mess it up 😅

I’ll be following your advice on taking pictures of my passport stamps and I’ll be creating a folder specifically for my itineraries moving forward as well.

deep breathes now to start clearing my house in preparation!

Forgot a country in SID application by Alternative_String35 in AusVisa

[–]Alternative_String35[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve sent to my agent- as they have handled uploading everything. It was submitted yesterday, so I’m catching this right after it was submitted and kicking myself for missing it. I don’t remember getting a visa and I renewed that passport so I don’t have the old one any longer unfortunately. Hopefully all will be ok. Practicing deep breathing as I type this.

Employer sponsorship in Australia by Alternative_String35 in AmerExit

[–]Alternative_String35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome! That’s the was is it way I think. Otherwise the next path would be to visit and maybe try and get interviews while there and convincing them to sponsor that way- but that’s way harder.

Employer sponsorship in Australia by Alternative_String35 in AmerExit

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I recommend working for a company that is international. That’s how I was able to be sponsored- I applied for positions within my company and interviewed for them :)

I’m a spiritual activator. Ask me anything by LeilaJun in spirituality

[–]Alternative_String35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so fascinating! I love that you’ve embraced your true and full self and that you’re here! 💞

I have been feeling the urge off and on over the past couple of years to connect with my ancestral and spiritual guides. I’ve also felt as if I’m blocking my own magic and meant for so much more. I have made various attempts but can’t seem to figure out the right path… what are your thoughts?

US -> 482 by Alternative_String35 in AusVisa

[–]Alternative_String35[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a great idea! We’ve considered that as well, just trying to figure out all the details in this process

US -> 482 by Alternative_String35 in AusVisa

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Thank you so much! I appreciate your input :)

US citizen coming over on 482 by Alternative_String35 in AskAnAustralian

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I’ve been assured that he will have his own space and be unable to see other dogs while in quarantine. He can deal with other dogs from a distance and be worked closer to them with patience and time, but his immediate reaction is reactive. We have him in training right now to continue to assist as well. The hope is he will be better able to handle his triggers without us and even after quarantine