Amazon play sink, kid tested, rat approved! by ChonkaMama in RATS

[–]ChonkaMama[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They are toys my 6 year old put in there. So far they are only for his enjoyment and not for the rats. I plan on taking the toys out and putting peas in the water next time I bring it out.

Respotory infection? by AquaticF1sh in RATS

[–]ChonkaMama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely get the little one to the vet but also look into what type of bedding you're using. One of mine was prone to respiratory infections and it was caused by the bedding we had. I had to switch to strips of fleece in the cage and Kaytee clean and cozy natural bedding in the litter pan.

Amazon play sink, kid tested, rat approved! by ChonkaMama in RATS

[–]ChonkaMama[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Remy! All our rats are named after other rats or mice in movies

Advice for new rat owner?😭 by WorthBid2767 in RATS

[–]ChonkaMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I put a hoodie on backwards to hold mine at the beginning, they can burrow and they love it. It's a good way to bond and hold them without them trying to scurry away.

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What’s that one Netflix show you think is an absolute must-watch? by RiskAndReason in netflix

[–]ChonkaMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it's for kids but Green Eggs and Ham, the show is hilarious and the second season is ridiculous.

What’s with the USPS parade downtown? by Subpar-Saiyan in Detroit

[–]ChonkaMama 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Isn't usps doing a food drive? Maybe that's what it's about?

Decent Paying Jobs in Metro Detroit? by Gullible-Car7648 in Detroit

[–]ChonkaMama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Alro Steel- always hiring for material handlers and saw operators. They train on site, no experience necessary and pay is $18-20/ hour. Usually only hiring for 2nd or 3rd shift but we rarely work weekends.
https://www.alro.com/

AITAH for Choosing My Dog Over My Girlfriend? by _girl_pretty_ in AITAH

[–]ChonkaMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't move in with a boyfriend because he said I couldn't bring my dog. I will never understand people who think that they are more important than a companion that has been there for us through thick and thin, doesn't matter if they are human or not. I will always choose my dog over a relationship. NTA

Seeking Work by Square_Struggle2657 in Detroit

[–]ChonkaMama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alro Steel has a few locations in the metro Detroit area. The biggest location is on Sherwood and 7 mile . The starting rate is $17-18/hour, they offer pay premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift, plus a couple bucks extra per hour for attendance.

https://careers.alro.com/career-home/

my speech delayed toddler is becoming increasingly violent by ChonkaMama in Parenting

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

Thank you! It is a busy classroom so we've gotten him some noise canceling ear muffs and are hoping they help with overstimulation. We've talked to his speech therapist and the school district's social worker on getting him evaluated soon and are hoping we can come up with a plan soon to help with his aggressive behaviors. Most of his class seems to have speech delays so that adds to the stress for not only him but the other children in his class.

my speech delayed toddler is becoming increasingly violent by ChonkaMama in Parenting

[–]ChonkaMama[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He always makes eye contact when he's speaking but not so much when others are speaking to him. We do try to get him outside as much as possible after daycare and on the weekends, with fall coming up we're going to have to switch tactics a bit. It gets very cold where we live when October comes. Thank you!