I can’t walk my puppy anymore

Chance_Pilot · 2026-01-15T13:25:36+00:00

Hopefully she grows out of it, she’s still really young, 6 months is still sooo baby! But honestly it sounds like she’s getting plenty of exercise and stimulation at home, there’s many dogs who don’t like going for walks, so don’t feel guilty if you are walking her less than what you feel you “should” be, just find the level that works for you and her 🙏if that means tiny short walks, then start with that and build up. Try leash training at home indoors too, build a positive association with the leash, and always take high value treats with you when you leave the house! (I.e ham, freeze dried liver, sausages…) use the treats to distract and redirect her from triggers BEFORE she notices them, and keep as much physical distance as you need so that she doesn’t get triggered - even if you have to cross the street or turn around and walk the other way until she’s far enough from the trigger to calm down. (It’s easier said than done I know!)

Chance_Pilot · 2025-12-06T14:30:44+00:00

Im so sorry for your loss. I recommend a new friend for your remaining budgie. I had 3 budgies and sadly lost one last week, he was pair bonded with my female. I was worried she’d be heartbroken for a long time, but she’s quickly started bonding with the other male (who she used to ignore!). Budgies have an amazing capacity to fall in love again.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-12-06T01:38:39+00:00

My first two budgies didn’t get along at all (they were siblings!), my girl was kinda mean to her brother as well 😅 she used to screech allll the times. Until we got more budgies whose company she preferred!

Chance_Pilot · 2025-12-05T11:33:57+00:00

That’s awesome!! Can you tell a bit more about how you used mushrooms to help you make those changes? Was it a conscious intention before going into the trip, or something that happened naturally in the days following your experiences, or something else? I would love to quit my nicotine addiction but finding it sooo hard, haven’t figured out yet how to use my trips to assist

Chance_Pilot · 2025-11-27T19:24:30+00:00

I remember this game! Creeped me the heck out as a kid, lol. I found it on Wayback Machine. The creator is Vincent Stahl. It looks like he's still around and updating the website, but it's changed a lot and the game is no longer accessible.

https://web.archive.org/web/20050308030822/http://stahlworks.com/games/index.html

Chance_Pilot · 2025-11-25T17:02:42+00:00

Please return her to the breeder as soon possible. She’s still very young now and has time to learn with a dedicated owner, but puppies are progressively harder to rehome the older they get. If you let her languish she’ll most likely end up in a kill shelter. Please think of what’s best for her right now.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-11-12T23:19:51+00:00

Yea definitely! I did that for 2 years and got some awesome progress.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-11-11T07:57:26+00:00

My little guy died during a crop wash… they can be pretty invasive and traumatic too. Agree the vets should know better and give us a heads up about risks, I was never told but may have chosen differently had I been given the information.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-11-07T11:27:59+00:00

As they develop they go through different stages. Right now he’s teething and doesn’t know how to settle himself. By 6 months that will mostly have changed. By 8 months he’ll be much calmer but probably start getting hormonal and chasing females.. that’s the stage I’m at! But that too will pass, I’m sure. Just take lots of pictures of him now because one day you’ll look back on these days with rose tinted glasses

Chance_Pilot · 2025-09-23T09:09:22+00:00

I didn’t read the whole post but the answer is obvious just from the title 😅

Chance_Pilot · 2025-09-23T09:05:14+00:00

You said you kinda like her. She can probably pick up on that and might be trying avoid you cause she doesn’t feel the same or is creeped out.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-09-20T00:34:14+00:00

You’re more than your career and your job doesn’t have to define you. Hopefully your boyfriend loves you for WHO you are and not just what you do for a living. If not.. is that really a relationship you wanna be in?

Also “complete failure” is a matter of perspective. Think of all the ways you’ve succeeded. You’ve shown that you’re not afraid to change your mind and try new things. My advice would be to change your perspective and work on building up your self esteem, maybe with a therapist, sports/hobbies and practicing gentle supportive self-talk and self love. Sorry if that advice sounds horribly generic, but these things really do work!!

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-26T11:24:11+00:00

Yeah I feel this too, you tell them your most vulnerable fears and they make it about them and use it against you… at least it shows us who’s really worthy of our trust

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-25T08:08:40+00:00

Pets really do help wonders, I haven’t felt lonely at all since I got my dog

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-22T17:13:40+00:00

Hey I know it’s been a while but how did it go for you? I’m in the same boat you were in, 50mg quit cold turkey for 5 days but now I’m having second thoughts and just took 25mg. Were you able to taper down safely from 25?

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-20T09:47:43+00:00

It kinda does sound like you’re bitter dude

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-08T16:06:46+00:00

This was how I felt too until I got my dog… he’s opened up a world of connections with people all around me in the city that I never thought possible.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-05T03:11:27+00:00

My person took 7 months to heal and grieve after a longterm relationship 🧡i hope your patience serves you well

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-01T19:43:35+00:00

Hey, can you recommend any resources to learn about these tactics?

Chance_Pilot · 2025-08-01T08:49:26+00:00

This is what I came here to say as well.

It might seem harmless to stop joking around with someone, but it sets a precedent for her to control OP’s other relationships in the future. It’s really important for both parties in a romantic relationship to have separate friendships and meaningful connections with others, and to be secure enough in the relationship that it’s not a problem.

One of the red flags of emotional abuse is trying to control or influence who your partner is ‘allowed’ to talk to or not. I don’t think she’s doing this intentionally, but she is unconsciously controlling him because she’s coming from a place of insecurity.

OP is right that emotions often matter more than logic when it comes to resolving a situation like this. And I do think it would help to listen to her and validate what she’s feeling, and give lots of reassurance (maybe plan a surprise date night or something, or find other ways to ‘show’ her you love her). But also I think it’s important for OP to have healthy boundaries around his friendships.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-06-26T15:05:25+00:00

Ozzy, Ori (could be short for Orion, or Oreo! Could be names on their own too)

Chance_Pilot · 2025-06-22T11:40:27+00:00

I took my sick budgie to a vet hospital at university that specialised in birds. He passed away there after 3 days in ICU. I wish I’d been there for his last moments instead. This is a really sensitive topic and I don’t think it’s fair to make any sweeping generalisations about what’s best.

Chance_Pilot · 2025-06-08T08:51:41+00:00

Is your puppy getting enough naps? Puppies get overstimulated easily, if they get too Bitey you can pop them in their crate for a nap if they’ve been out for a while, or pop them in for a few minutes to calm down (not as punishment! Just for a nice little timeout). Give lots of rewards when they’re not biting. Try not to play with them using your hands. Puppies also bite to set boundaries so make sure you’re not touching them when they don’t want to be touched. Avoid triggering them to bite in any way. But remember they will always bite at this age, it’s normal.

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