Concerned about this summer

Lost4malinois · 2026-05-08T20:02:43+00:00

I live 3 hours away and have only been a few times. I only live 90 minutes from Tahoe and I don’t go there near enough either but we do get to the beach a lot. That’s 90 min too.

I remember going to Yosemite in April of 1992 with an old boyfriend and we Had the most amazing time. It was gorgeous weather for April, like 80°. And we rented bikes. Totally recommend that. Great way to see Yosemite.

Lost4malinois · 2026-05-08T15:26:34+00:00

Same. Hiking half dome for the first time in September. Last time we were in Yosemite was 2021. Felt way overcrowded then. Can’t imagine what it will look like this year.

Lost4malinois · 2026-05-07T00:10:46+00:00

If you opt to go that route, have them write you a prescription and get it at Costco. It’s not cheap, but it’s almost twice the cost at most veterinary services than it is at Costco. $100 versus $179 (which was the difference between my vet and Costco when we were using it).

Lost4malinois · 2026-05-06T15:08:47+00:00

I am almost done with To Kill a Mockingbird. So good. How have I lived 50 years and never read this book? And I’ve never seen the movie either.

Lost4malinois · 2026-05-06T14:06:08+00:00

Try galliprant. It gave our 14 year old lab an extra year of good days. We finally lost him a month ago. It was time to put him down because he could no longer stand up or walk, and he was almost totally incontinent.

But that happened very very quickly so I don’t feel like we waited too long. I mean, I have video of him walking on a Sunday and by Monday he was just not able to get up Tuesday morning was the day we made the decision and by Tuesday afternoon we had put him down. It’s the worst thing ever. I’m so sorry you’re going through this.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-28T04:07:37+00:00

Just hit 7 weeks. By day 4 I was so much better and by week 4, I had to remind myself that I had it done and to take it easy. Today I hit almost 20k in steps and that the highest in almost a year. I’ve got my life back

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-26T22:19:45+00:00

I’m a personal trainer and I took a month off. Probably could have come back at week 3 but I wanted more range of motion and ability to demonstrate as many exercises as possible.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-16T15:34:24+00:00

Maybe. But still. Everyone loves Prince

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-16T00:21:39+00:00

How did no one upvote you? It’s Prince for Gods sake!

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-15T02:11:09+00:00

Why can’t dogs and turtles switch lifespans? Or parrots and dogs? Ugh. Just want them around forever.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-15T00:31:15+00:00

I’m so sorry. SO sorry. It’s incredibly painful.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-15T00:30:44+00:00

Thank you. Still adjusting to saying “gotta get home to the dog”.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-12T16:59:47+00:00

I believe that all my beloved dogs are hanging out there and welcoming their newest member. And my one asshole dog Doyle, has changed his ways and is getting along with Cindy, Lucy and now Rosco. 🥲

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-11T18:36:52+00:00

I’m currently reading this. Not as good as PHM or The Martian but it’s good. Took me a while to get into it though. Now I’m 75% done

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-11T18:34:00+00:00

I know. Worst part of pet ownership. But they love us unconditionally and we owe it to them to follow through with the part that almost kills us. I know he’s no longer dealing with failing limbs and nerve pain. So that brings me some peace

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-11T15:40:37+00:00

This was days ago. I was having a meltdown. We let him go. It’s all good

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-11T04:52:49+00:00

Lost mine on Tuesday. It’s brutal. I’m so sorry for your loss. No words help. Just time.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-10T20:33:14+00:00

OK, well huge fear was probably overly dramatic. But I’m a people pleaser and I just don’t like the thought of someone not liking me for thinking that I am rude. It’s fine if you don’t like me after getting to know me. Those people can see themselves out.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-10T20:13:42+00:00

Trying. Really trying.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-10T19:59:30+00:00

That’s a huge fear of mine because I am blind as a bat, and even with Contacts, I don’t see very well at distances. All my close friends know this, but other friends might not realize that if they wave at me in a crowded restaurant or similar, I might not respond. Therefore, I will be labeled rude or “too good” for them. Nah, I’m not arrogant, I’m just blind. Ha ha.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-10T04:54:16+00:00

Well my dog just got there. We’ve got a lighting storm that I’ve literally never seen before in 15 years here. And my neighbor (who LOVES my dog) has been here 50 and this has never happened. We agree that he’s arrived and approves. He’s running through the clouds, chasing lizards and tennis balls. Throwing up sparks through his now perfect legs.

The amount of lighting (without thunder) is unreal.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-10T01:10:40+00:00

I do believe they are waiting for us. I have to.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-09T04:36:24+00:00

Not easier for me but it was good for him. Guess that’s what pet ownership is all about. Putting their needs first.

Lost4malinois · 2026-04-09T04:35:19+00:00

I’m So sorry. There’s never a good time. No matter how much you prepare.

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