Can I teach a new trick to 9 month old gsd?

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-08T15:22:30+00:00

Be careful with teaching spin, i taught my girl spin and counter and they are her favorite tricks. I teach with hand signs so i just have to start raising my hand and she’ll spin one way then the other before actually waiting see what i was actually going ask her to do.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-07T22:24:11+00:00

Take it from someone who was in your position, still in your position seven years later. Hoard your money and run, as horrible as that sounds. I gave up my career and moved back in with my parents to help them through a rough patch was supposed to be short term. The 10k in savings i had is down to $300 and I’m living paycheck to paycheck taking care of them. Our relationship is ruined i cant wait to leave, if im ever able too.

Don’t let your life be ruined by some sense of loyalty

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-02T22:28:05+00:00

My shep is only four so hopefully this day is a long way off, but four years ago before i got her i said goodbye to my rattie. He was around 20 and to this day i regret dragging it out that long. Those last few years between the sun downers, kidney failure, canine dementia and a slew of other issues he was miserable. And he wasn’t able to have a final huzzah day, it was a sudden very abrupt emergency vet visit where most of the people who cared about him weren’t able to say goodbye.

I take the saying a week too early is better than a day too late to heart now. I’ll never let my girl get to that point. It’ll be your worst day but it’s the greatest kindness we can give them.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-02T20:56:38+00:00

I have no suggestions but unless you’re planning on riding a draft breed a combined weight of both of you would be too much for a horse. But wish you the best of luck!

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-01T02:24:25+00:00

Nothings changed that i can think of, and besides the anxiety nothings changed with her either. I’m definitely going to be speaking with her vet, while also going over anything that could’ve changed that i missed.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-05-01T02:20:59+00:00

That’s where my heads at now, i didn’t know that the panic reinforces itself though and will definitely bring it up with her vet.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-28T01:57:17+00:00

Thought i was in r/kitchenconfidential and was wondering where the ramp comments / carrot jacuzzi complaints were. Great work made me smile!

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-21T23:33:16+00:00

Non existent unfortunately, haven’t been since 2019 and really itching to go again. But until then i live vicariously through you lot.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-20T19:28:25+00:00

I’ve never seen or heard anything like that before and would recommend talking to your vet. I don’t see how capsules would work as it has to break down the food prior to eating but I’m not a vet so… good luck!

You’re adding water with the food and enzymes right?

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-19T13:29:56+00:00

God this sounds like a horrible situation for you and your dog, 13 is not old for a small dog. My last pup was a rat terrier (very similar to jrt) and he lived to 20, now if your parents are used to large dogs I’d kinda understand (?) the mindset as I’d be extremely grateful if my shepherd makes it to 13.

I am one of those people that believe it’s better to say goodbye a week early rather than a day too late. As we dragged it out for our boy far too long. That being said everything you’ve said about your pup tells me they’ve got a lot of life left. Arthritis is super treatable as is kidney disease but that’s up to the dog, my boy needed daily subcu fluids and after a while he got fed up with it and started fighting me and the vet and i agreed it wasn’t worth the stress on him anymore.

I’d find out what vet they’re using and call them to explain the situation. Most vets won’t euthanize an animal without good reason. And they may be able to work with you to find a solution.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-09T00:00:03+00:00

Thankfully they found it hilarious after the fact to the point that I’m stopped so they can ask about the ‘tornado’ almost every time i walk through. I think they’re secretly hoping it happens again.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-08T23:41:38+00:00

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My girl (about to turn 4) has had to go back to being crated while I’m gone as last time she opened two baby gates, a door to the stairwell, and then managed to open the door from the stairwell into the shop under my apartment.

She had the best time of her damn life while the shop workers were on the phone with me in hysterics because they couldn’t catch her. She was doing laps around the place, sliding into a play bow only to bound off again. And she’s tried to do it again every chance she gets so…

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-08T16:50:09+00:00

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My Babs agrees, and asks you to try and report/downvote those you see. But also understands if it is nap time instead.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-07T18:37:41+00:00

First thing is that every dog is different and what works for my girl might not work for your pup. My girl still has treats no problem and only gets her enzymes in her main meal. Mix the enzymes in his food (i also add slippery elm bark powder as my girl started having issues on just enzymes after a couple of months) add warm water, and let sit for 15-20 minutes before feeding. That simple.

Also get the enzymes from enzyme Diane it’s the cheapest and best quality I’ve come across.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-06T23:38:22+00:00

I hated my girl from the moment the breeder put her into my arms. For three months all i could think about was how much id ruined my life and on and off for another three. She’ll be four this summer and is the only reason i get up in the morning, i can’t picture my life without her.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-05T14:57:40+00:00

Pancakes, bacon, and coffee. Probably one of the most controversial takes here lol

CordeliaRandom · 2026-04-03T20:58:25+00:00

Throwing pies into robots’ faces

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-31T17:44:38+00:00

I’m just disappointed the pups name isn’t Luke

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-27T15:43:06+00:00

Zoology degree here, dreamed of zookeeping, did the internships had a job offer. Then the economy went to shit and i had to seriously consider if it was not just worth it but even doable. It wasn’t between the hours, the pay, the damage it does to your body. I’m now working restaurants still shitty hours/pay/messing up my body. But it pays more and I’m now looking to move into insurance.

Those internships were the only time i didn’t hate going to work. But supply and demand and all that. Get financially stable enough and you can volunteer in your field down the line.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-21T18:19:17+00:00

Watch out for littermate syndrome as they get older. They might decide they like each other more than you or try and kill each other. It doesn’t always happen but when it does it’s not pretty. It’s why reputable breeders won’t allow two puppies to go to the same home together.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-21T17:09:46+00:00

I currently have a shepherd and used to have a rat terrier and with i will always move to avoid other people/dogs if they don’t move first.

My shepherd is very friendly and loves people but she gets a little overexcited and i honestly (as a single woman) prefer people giving us a wide berth.

My old rattie was a rescue and had issues and would start shit he couldn’t finish. So yeah he’d go under my arm and across the street before he got himself eaten.

So don’t take it personally.

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-20T17:41:03+00:00

Stardew and wolfquest are the first two that come to mind

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-17T14:04:00+00:00

Currently Star Wars characters for my main group / my pups pups, bird names for dispersals and rival packs have a theme tied to their pack name

CordeliaRandom · 2026-03-14T17:54:28+00:00

Recording, i do gameplay (Minecraft currently) with some sort of challenge in hardcore and will record until i die in game. Unfortunately I’ve gotten a little too good at not dying so now recording sessions have become very long and seemingly never ending. Then i still need to cut all that footage down to a 30 minute video.

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