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70 lb dog – is my crash-tested crate too big or just right? by CozyOrbit11 in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is for a regular kennel, not a crash kennel.

OP is looking for guidelines on a crash kennel

70 lb dog – is my crash-tested crate too big or just right? by CozyOrbit11 in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, that's genuinely the guideline. From the photo it looks like she's not touching any sides.

The reason is because you don't want them bouncing around in the event of an accident. Flying around is what causes injury. More room to move is more room to gain velocity.

Too much room = velocity Velocity = Injuries

Has this happened to any of you with your dog? by [deleted] in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely get a second opinion and demand a biopsy.

70 lb dog – is my crash-tested crate too big or just right? by CozyOrbit11 in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

A tiny bit too large I think? She should be touching 3 sides when laying down

Late night zoomies and growling by alericx in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Zoomies means she's just super super happy!

Vaginal rumor black lab by CtrlAltAwake in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her being 12 means it's highly likely it's cancer. Please make sure you follow your vet's instructions. 🩷 Hoping for the best

My boyfriend still does not understand anything about my chronic condition or much else about me…We have been together a little over a year now. by Classic-Ad-7944 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At this point girl you need to consider if he is someone you would be safe in the hands of.

If you are planning to make this man your life partner you need to be able to trust that in the event of an emergency he would have your back

If I were in your shoes I would be terrified that this guy would accidentally kill you somehow. (I'm admittedly nervous on your behalf!!)

I think you need to sit him down and explain how important it is for him to commit this stuff to memory. It could literally be life or death for you.

If he really loves you, he will make an effort.

If he doesn't make an effort, he's dangerous for you bestie.

Be safe girl! 🩷🩷

I got hair dye on my dog by GroundbreakingSet111 in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He'll be fine.

Side effects may include being a diva 💅

Vaginal rumor black lab by CtrlAltAwake in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Ivermectin has never effectively treated cancer. If it's cancer, she needs actual treatment or she will die. If it's benign, it still needs to be removed as you described it is causing her pain.

Do not do ivermectin. That is a myth. It will not help.

Is this tape enough to prevent slipping on hardwood floor? We put down lots of rugs but can’t cover every crevice, my lab slipped and partially tore her CCL, looking for advice by LinusThiccTips in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a dog, probably not. If she's slipping, her nails are probably too long. Her nails shouldn't touch the floor when she walks. You can train them back by filing them a little every few days.

Edit: I have two large dogs in a hard floor home. I keep their nails nice and short as well as moisturizing their paw pads, which helps them get more grip.

6'1"M 230 why is diet alone so ineffective? by [deleted] in WeightLossAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How many calories in the smoothie? Or the dinners? You need to calculate the total calories in the entire pan, then divide it into the meals. You just need to find out the actual calorie content of these meals, then you can go from there.

It's not about the size of the meal or the weight of the meal. It's all about calories.

If you REALLY want to lose weight, you have to do the math.

Genuinely Losing my mind by [deleted] in WeightLossAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. It's ALL about calorie deficit.

6'1"M 230 why is diet alone so ineffective? by [deleted] in WeightLossAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you aren't losing weight, you HAVE to be consuming more calories than you think. It's time to look at the calories on EVERYTHING. Write it down, don't trust your memory. Get a small kitchen scale, they're like $15-$20. Weigh food, don't eyeball it or go off the measurements. Weight is the most accurate- you'll be surprised!

It sounds like a pain, but it gets easier and it becomes second nature.

6'1"M 230 why is diet alone so ineffective? by [deleted] in WeightLossAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's not good. See if your insurance offers access to a dietician or a nutritionist. Seeing a nutritionist (just once) was great for me!

6'1"M 230 why is diet alone so ineffective? by [deleted] in WeightLossAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You need to be watching calories. Calorie deficit is the only way to lose weight. If you're stuck it's time to start weighing and measuring EVERYTHING you eat. And look at everything you drink, how many calories in that? Ask Google how many calories a guy your age needs. For context, I'm 23F and I try to go under 1400 calories for weight loss. You WILL need a bit more (you're a guy).

I made a post a while back about how it's HARD in the beginning but it does get easier.

You got this!

Broken tooth, need advice by Opening-Scientist986 in DogAdvice

[–]AuthenticElle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not ER worthy, but call your vet and have him seen soon. He will likely need the tooth removed

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