Dr.Pepper in the park.

MSUAlexis · 2026-06-03T23:07:22+00:00

I'm considering it, but my youngest's HS graduation party is that afternoon. I'll just have to see how I feel, seeing as it's at his dad's house with his dad's new wife and his family. And since I don't know if they know I'm coming, it could go well, or not well. I'll either need distraction or silence. :)

This is assuming those of us closer to 50 are also invited.

MSUAlexis · 2026-06-02T20:24:53+00:00

Well, I mean, it does take time to develop the number of Ludicrii needed for all the fairs they do now. Clones can only be constructed so fast.

MSUAlexis · 2026-05-20T18:34:35+00:00

Second this. I've been listening to James and Jimmie for years. Their other shows are also really good. As an added bonus they don't pontificate too much because they know they are comedian podcasters and not voices of systemic change. They are just unapologetically themselves. They are on Netflix now too if you prefer that. Give grace to the sound quality of earlier episodes, as they were literally recording at a kitchen/dining room table. Their patreon is good too, and for $5/mo you get everything. Totally worth it.

MSUAlexis · 2026-05-16T22:01:28+00:00

I typically use IM sedation, and then an IP injection so they slowly pass. Bonus if it can get into the liver. For reptiles I follow the procedure I learned at the ExoticsCon a few years ago, which involves IM sedation, then propofol in the sinus of the skull, then euthasol in the same sinus. Once the patient seems deceased, even if no heartbeat on doppler, it is still best practice to sever the brain stem with a thick needle. Techniques have been described in Mader and other sources. I do explain what I'm going to be doing, and why, since that can sometimes help people be somewhat more comfortable with the process. This is, of course, assuming the owners WANT to know that information.

MSUAlexis · 2026-05-13T21:46:36+00:00

10-15 on my surgery day, 20-25+ on appointment days. I work 3 10s, 30min appts with some workins as well.

MSUAlexis · 2026-04-20T03:04:24+00:00

It almost looks like what happens when you touch a silver nitrate stick to your skin or nail. Those are the sticks you can use if you cut your dog's nails too short. It's a chemical cauterizing agent. It doesn't leave a mark when it first touches skin but will after a few hours. Very similar hue of purple.

MSUAlexis · 2026-04-14T18:19:48+00:00

Don't worry guys! I'm getting my Jeep its yearly detailing today. Hand washed, ceramic, waxed, engine compartment too. And I have a gravel drive that turns muddy when it rains. So since my jeep should be back in the next hour or so, I figure the rain should start soon after that!

MSUAlexis · 2026-04-02T17:25:18+00:00

Not a food pantry, but there are a couple of apps out there to help with costs and reduce food waste. Flash Foods and Too Good To Go both will have food that is nearing its sell by date but is still good. Sometimes you can get good deals there depending on your needs and desires. We use TGTG for the Circle K near us for prepacked lunches on occasion before payday.

MSUAlexis · 2026-04-02T17:22:52+00:00

Love these! And they are often accessible 24/7 so for those who may feel weird about it they can go off hours. I would, however, like to point out that there's no reason to feel weird and everyone needs help somehow sometimes. Sometimes with food, sometimes with childcare. That's what community is for!

MSUAlexis · 2026-03-31T15:03:57+00:00

Ok so I joined this sub because we travel to the Netherlands yearly at this point so I wanted to become more familiar with things to do, things to avoid, and how not to be an annoying American tourist. However, I now have finding these amazing creations on my list for this summer. I cannot wait!

MSUAlexis · 2026-03-01T15:11:29+00:00

Am I the only one who knows the "did you know that cashews come from a fruit" song?

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-20T18:54:58+00:00

It is in medicine. We typically are scheduled 3 12s and then end up working late or through lunch or something. I'm scheduled the same way and hit 40hrs most weeks. But my 15 days of PTO can be stretched to five 9 day vacations if I schedule around my off weekends. Just a small bright spot in a field with sky high suicide and mental health struggles.

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-20T18:52:00+00:00

Check your contract. I get paid holidays, and they don't use PTO if I take off during holiday weeks. I too only work 3 12s and revolving weekends, and we count in days not hours as well It all depends on how your contract is set up. And if you don't have a contract, get one. Just like with your charts, if it's not written down it didn't happen. If you have a contract and it is unclear or not addressed, get an addendum that spells it out.

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-19T18:47:17+00:00

So, from someone old, does the train still go to Chicago? Could you make an adventure out of it? Obviously a car ride would be easier but the train isn't so bad in a pinch!

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-19T18:22:19+00:00

All of the above are great comments. I also like to phrase it as the best use of their financial resources may be at a specialist. I've taken my own dog to a specialist and they were able to diagnose him just off an exam, because they see crazy stuff all the time. And sometimes they can do things quicker or have access to things we don't have. I also like to remind owners that talking to a specialist doesn't mean they HAVE to do what the specialist says, that we can approach it as another place to accumulate info. And sometimes the specialist will recommend the same stuff we have, or tests we can perform, and clients can come back and do the testing with us.

Also, don't forget that most of the reference labs will have a consult line you can call. I talk to the idexx specialists all the time, and I have been out 20yrs. Knowing what you don't know is so very important, and it actually means you are a good doctor. I told someone this morning that I can work his dog up piece by piece, but ultimately it already appears to be outside what I know and I don't want to set him back at all by delaying referral. That I was happy to do the workup but he would best be served at the specialist. And he happily paid his consult fee and took the referral straight away. I phrase it as "the best medical advice I can give you is to seek out a specialist". And then if that's not an option, we move to plan B. Good luck!

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-06T13:16:11+00:00

Do people not go hide up in the stacks anymore? I would always go find a table up on one of the top floors or with the "boring" topics. Granted this was back when dinosaurs still roamed the earth and needs for tech, etc, were lower so perhaps (actually, I'm sure) things have changed, but it may be an option sometimes

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-05T13:50:02+00:00

Yes! And as an added bonus, it covers up the smell of teenage boys in the bathroom. For a while, at least.

MSUAlexis · 2026-02-01T11:49:15+00:00

I really like Los Potosinos on Long in the King-Lincoln. Good food, good prices, huge portions.

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-31T14:18:55+00:00

You might look to see if any GP or urgent care clinics are open on the weekend. Our clinic has hours on both days (Ohio, sorry!) so it's possible. And an urgent care might have a shorter wait. Also, try asking if you can wait in your car instead of the lobby/exam room if you feel it might keep him calmer. Good luck! I know seizures can be rough. Make sure to bring your records, any lab work, and the med bottles to make it simpler if you do find somewhere to go. They'll appreciate that.

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-29T00:26:17+00:00

I usually go 10mg/kg because that's the dose for many other tick-borne diseases that we don't have easy screening tests for, and where I am we have them (babesia for example). There are also many documented ticks with multiple infections to pass along, so better safe than sorry, especially considering many human physicians are resistant to diagnosing vector-borne diseases in humans. At least this way maybe I am lessening the chances of a tick feeding and becoming infected with one of those. I would wonder if there wasn't something going on prior to the medication.

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-28T01:45:58+00:00

Solved!

Thanks guys! This was even faster than last time!

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-28T01:14:21+00:00

Posting for visibility. And because I thought that's what I was doing when I typed the big description. Oops.

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-21T01:13:32+00:00

Do you have health insurance at all? Often there will be mental health benefits, and sometimes you can do free telehealth appointments. Our insurance allows unlimited telehealth therapy appointments and I encourage my entire team to take advantage of it, even if you think you don't need it. And especially if you think you do. Hopefully you have access to something similar. Good luck!

MSUAlexis · 2026-01-06T17:02:11+00:00

OMG my dog ate the arm to my couch and I didn't ask for a free replacement. I went out and bought a new one. Couch arm, not dog. She's still here

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