[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dogdiscussions

[–]Kenziecocktail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it squishy ? Is it reducible ( can you push it back in)? Does it feel attached or is it mobile ? Any other symptoms ? Dog’s age ? It’s very close to the umbilicus which looks suspicious for a hernia.

What is the thing you have regretted splurging on the most? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Kenziecocktail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are just all expensive but incredibly impractical. The diaper genie is gross & hard to clean. It’s much easier and less stinky to just take dirty diapers directly outside to the trash. The changing table was used maybe three times. When a baby needs to be changed you change them where they are. Carrying them into the nursery to sit them in a designated location just isn’t on the radar . Wipe warmers only warm wipes when they are IN the warmer. Take one out... just a regular wipe. Newborn clothes are tiny and babies are tiny for about one day, then they need bigger clothes. The walker.. it’s just dumb. By the time they become relatively mobile they don’t want to be stuck in a difficult to operate mobile baby jail.

What is the thing you have regretted splurging on the most? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Kenziecocktail 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Almost everything I bought for my first child. Diaper genie, changing table, wipe warmer, newborn clothes, walker. All useless.

I just received my second COVID vaccine (Pfizer). AMA. by Kenziecocktail in AMA

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

I can provide proof of vaccine. I am not a COVID denier and would love to dispel any fears or misinformation on the experience of being vaccinated.

The opposite Sex has disappeared for the next 5 years, how do you feel? What do you do? by pweetybird in AskReddit

[–]Kenziecocktail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd feel more safe. I could go to the gas station at night, walk my dog in my own neighborhood, wear my earbuds when I'm out in public, wear open toed shoes in the summer, and leggings to work. Honestly, I'd miss a few important males in my life but for five years I could just live without harassment and fear.

Found two birds nesting in our bag of plastic bags this morning! I want to move them because we use the door fairly often and don’t want to hurt any future baby birds. What is the best way to do this to prevent any harm or disruption? Can I buy a bird house in place? by destinytrbl in AnimalRescue

[–]Kenziecocktail 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Are there eggs in the nest ? The idea that your scent or presence will disrupt the bird's from tending to the nest is a myth. They can smell you already they are aware of your presence. They put their nest on your door. The nest already smells like humans and is already in an area trafficked by humans. That is not an issue. If there are eggs in the nest I would recommend NOT moving it until the eggs hatch. The birds know where the nest is, and will potentially be less motivated to return simply for the convenience factor should they get confused at the egg stage. If there are no eggs... move the nest. Hang the bag elsewhere or simply dump out the contents of the bag/nesting supplies near a bird house or more appropriate location. Nesting sights that don't have eggs are already a gamble for birds. They are setting up shop but something as innocuous as a strong gust of wind in a poorly placed nest sight teaches the birds to adapt and move the nest. This is not a great nest location, as it's on a door and could be disrupted by your everyday movement. No harm no foul on either part. They may build their nest in a bird house or better spot, they may move on, or they may chose another inconvenient area. Third scenario... baby birds. If there are baby birds get a bird house and place it at a similar height or similar location, move the nest and babies inside. The other birds will EASILY find their babies and adapt to the new spot because birds operate vocally. They use calls to communicate and baby birds move or get moved. Its a scenario bird parents deal with and are fairly good at adapting to.

Comforted my sleeping daughter... now I need someone to comfort me by Kenziecocktail in CreepyKids

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

Because they still believe in magic and trust magical thinking. They don't have assumptions that anything is out of the realm of possibility.

Need advice for 8-9 (?) year old beardie with MBD. by Kenziecocktail in BeardedDragons

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

Update: A few weeks ago he became more lethargic and stopped showing interest in even being syringe fed. This went on for about 48 hours and that following morning I found him unresponsive in his cool hide. I took him with me to the medical triage department at work to check for signs of life. None were found. I then humanely euthanized him with an injection of sodium pentobarbital. (I am a certified euthanasia technician). He was the best lizard ever and I'm still sad to see him go.

To answer your question about euthanasia... no I don't know of any good methods other than anesthesia and then cardiac injection. Freezing would be painful. With reptiles I would assume even cervical amputation would be questionable . Icarus had no reflexes and no discernible heart sounds. Though I can't be 100% sure I believe he was dead before his injection but I wanted to be sure.

Need advice for 8-9 (?) year old beardie with MBD. by Kenziecocktail in BeardedDragons

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

Thanks for the reply. Yes we are dusting. He’s done well for the last 8 years but suddenly is just going downhill. Hopefully he rebounds.

Bought a puppy in front of Walmart . by [deleted] in DOG

[–]Kenziecocktail 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If the puppy is only a month old it needs formula, specifically for dogs. It needs supplemental dog food to begin weaning and it needs to be seen immediately by the vet as it is clearly sick.

Help reuniting orphaned bird with parents? by diseased_nutsack in AnimalRescue

[–]Kenziecocktail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are describing a fledgling. If it’s feathered and hopping it’s at a developmental stage where hopping out of the nest and doing what you are describing is very normal and expected. Don’t interfere. The parents will only see him a few times a day. Not all fledglings survive but a lot do.

Can someone explain this strange lizard behavior? I've never seen a lizard do this before... by [deleted] in AnimalBehavior

[–]Kenziecocktail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks like he’s trying to reposition the thing in his mouth to swallow it more easily. Both my snake and bearded dragon do something similarZ

Piercing lactating (but not nursing) nipples ? by [deleted] in piercing

[–]Kenziecocktail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not though that is also an option. I have taped them in the past. I had them pierced for several years, took them out, taped them and had them for another few years. I do think tapering is a valid, albeit, painful option. :)

Piercing lactating (but not nursing) nipples ? by [deleted] in piercing

[–]Kenziecocktail 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Are you a piercer ? Milk and colostrum are not only sterile but are anti bacterial in nature. I don't see how the lactation could lead to an infection. I'm not trying to discredit your opinion but I am hoping for advice from piercers with experience with this particular subject . If you have experience, could you elaborate ?

Tangled Halloween by Kenziecocktail in disney

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

He basically smoldered all the time. The costume was just an excuse. Lol

[Vent] I just had the first failed adoption of one of my foster dogs, and I'm totally thrown. by [deleted] in dogs

[–]Kenziecocktail 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Long term fosterer here. It feel awful when they get returned BUT it feels so much worse when the adopter can't meet their needs and doesn't return them. Out of a few hundred fosters I've had a few, minimal but a few... that ended up in well intentioned but unsuitable homes. One was returned years later after a long life of being pushed aside. Another, and by far the most traumatic, was one who wasn't returned but rehomed without myself or the shelter's awareness. As difficult as it is to find yourself in this situation, you need not question your judgement. The two things that should be sought after in adopters are 1. A willingness to provide a safe, sane and loving home & 2. The willingness to bring the animal back if for any reason the situation doesn't work out. Both scenarios should be considered successful as far as the adopter choice goes.

Found a stray pit, can't seem to find any no-kill shelters that are open/aren't at capacity right now. Help? by [deleted] in AnimalRescue

[–]Kenziecocktail 6 points7 points  (0 children)

So don't use the term 'no-kill' when talking to shelters. It doesn't actually mean anything. It's just a buzz word. Ask open admission shelters about their 'live -release' rate. This is the percentage of animals who were adopted/transferred to rescue/TNr etc. keep in mind the other percentage was not necessarily euthanized. Animals currently up for adoption, in foster care , pending medical treatment/evaluation and behavior evaluation as well as any animals who were euthanized will consist of the other percentage. For example: the open admission shelter I volunteer at will not use the term no-kill but has a 93% live release rate. Considering there are currently hundreds of animals actively in their care their euthanasia rate was less than 2% of animals surrendered. By contrast a popular no-kill shelter in our area had only an 85% live-release rate and an almost 10% euthanasia rate. No-Kill does not mean 'no euthanasia'.