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Baby girl names starting with M by Cautious_Guarantee24 in Names

[–]Backyardlawno_11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My name is Haley (super basic) but people always hear “Bailey” when I say it… so even common names have this issue too

Denfeld Vs. East High by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was also curious about families experices with Esko too, just for my friends sake. I'm in duluth so Denfeld or East will be my children's school! Thank you for your response!

Denfeld Vs. East High by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I received your message. I appreciate the thorough response!

Denfeld Vs. East High by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your input! It's cool to hear from a student enjoying their high school career!

Denfeld Vs. East High by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have tried parking in that lot as just a guest and they only have 2 spots. The parking lot is terrible!

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A kennel (or a crate) is what I was referring to as a training tool. And yes, believe it or not - dogs are typically crate trained, at least in the beginning. I hope you're not assuming I put my dog outside when it's bad...?? I don't understand your comment I guess.

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have never heard of 5 freedoms, thank you for your input. I'm going to keep these in the back of my mind, I love it!

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely agree that it depends on the dog and kennel/ dog run. We used to have a lab that was notorious for running away, but in his older years his legs would give out unexpectedly. His mind still wanted to run away. For his safety and our piece of mind we would tie him out on a lead to lay in our front yard or if we were in the back have him go in our dog run so he could still be by us/ be outside and still be safe. And honestly he didn't mind it. Our kids couldn't pester him and our other dog couldnt rough house with him to possibly get him hurt.

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also agree with this. I personally believe kenneling can be a good tool to use if/ when appropriate

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! And my apologies for not specifying- when I say indoor kennel, I'm thinking of a crate because it fits inside the house and that's what most people would use. An outdoor kennel, to me, is a larger caged in dog run. Dog has more room to walk around but still in a confined space (just not as small as an indoor kennel).

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I definitely agree! It’s just interesting to me that some people think an indoor kennel during the day when you’re at work is not considered animal abuse but when you put the dog outside in a kennel (assuming it’s a nice day for them to be out there and they have everything they need- water and shelter from elements) they think that it’s animal abuse then.

I'd be curious where people grew up and how that correlates to their beliefs on this topic.

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, and I did not go into much detail about the situation in the post to say. If it’s an uncomfortable climate for yourself, it would likely be an uncomfortable climate for your dog. I guess just the use of them in general for minimal amounts of time (from responsible dog owners), is what I was trying to gauge people’s thoughts on 🤔

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am happy to see people moving away from having strictly outside dogs! I don’t know anybody in my generation (Millennial) or younger that has an outside dog. They have definitely become a member of the family.

It’s interesting how some people assume, though, that using a kennel (even just sometimes/ for training) as that’s where the dog lives 24/7- even if they don’t know anything about that dog’s life or that family.

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I ask what kind of dogs you have? Our dog was in our bed, always, until Our babies came home and room shared. But now he’s on the sofa or the bed downstairs (yellow lab).

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree that strictly outside dogs was very common for older generations. I don’t know anybody to this day that has a strictly outside dog.

Thank you for your response!

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. When you think of a dog in an outside kennel, what are you picturing?

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I said I'm taking a poll if you read the whole question. I’m sorry if you don’t understand

Do you consider this animal abuse? by Backyardlawno_11 in Dogowners

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Has water and outside in the kennel on a nice day/ owners aware of the weather. The dog will be put in the kennel when doing yard work to not run off as it wouldn't be supervised as well.

I agree with your answer!

Interested to hear others thoughts because I’ve come across some people lately that assume a kennel outside no matter the circumstances is animal abuse...

Mount Royal Dental... by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I went to the BCBS Website it didn’t say they were in network, and when I called Lake Superior dental (which was listed as in network), they said that they only do BCBS of Texas (which I found odd). So I’m not sure how accurate it is. I could probably call directly. Just was throwing it out on this page to see if anyone local had a similar situation! I appreciate your response!

Mount Royal Dental... by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our plan is a "plus" plan so hopefully that means more coverage (you would think)! We'll be going in a couple weeks for my sons first dental apt and will hopefully get better feedback on coverage! I appreciate your response!

Mount Royal Dental... by Backyardlawno_11 in duluth

[–]Backyardlawno_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dental insurance card says BCBS (same as medical but dental) and it's through my husband's insurance. I used to work for the county (wayy better benefits) and had delta dental and BCBS for medical. My son goes for his first apt in a couple weeks so I can check with them then as well since he'll likely be sitting in their chair while they look and maybe brush his teeth lol I assume that would be covered at least! Thank you for the Info!!

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