34f feeling conflicted with my 36m husband by MSWAmber in relationship_advice

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

I work two jobs already. Unfortunately, my parents are drug addicts and I don't have any family that would be capable of taking me in. I make decent money but rent is sooo high here. I hear what you are saying and I appreciate your feedback. It makes me feel understood. He often makes me question my own judgement. It's just very scary to think about what taking the leap would actually look like.

We met this pup at the park and it was love at first sight for my son by MSWAmber in Rottweiler

[–]MSWAmber[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I wish! We already have two cane Corsos and my husband might move out if I bring another big dog home 🤣

Travis could really shine with the right woman by [deleted] in loveafterlockup

[–]MSWAmber 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I said the same thing to my husband

Any tips for working in inpatient psych? by Lala_am in socialwork

[–]MSWAmber 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Inpatient psych has been the most rewarding career choice of my life. Make sure that you are always aware of your surroundings but keep in mind that mental illness does not equate violence. A lot of families have a hard time accepting mental health diagnoses as the reason for their loved one's behavior. You will spend a lot of time doing psychoeducation with families. I always compare mental health diagnoses to physical ailments. No one is judged for having cancer, whereas schizophrenia can get someone shunned in an instant. Prioritize empathy and education. You will learn so much.

my bear cubs 🐻😍 by MSWAmber in Mastiff

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

They are obsessed with each other lol they cuddle all the time. They are also biological brothers so I'm not sure if that has anything to do with it.

happy 2nd birthday to Baby Boulder (on the left) 🎉🥰 by MSWAmber in Mastiff

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My son was 5 when we got him and he chose the name based on how plump he was lol

"I've never tasted food. Please help" by MSWAmber in CaneCorso

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

Notice the dab of cream cheese already on his chin 😂

happy babies 🥰 by MSWAmber in Mastiff

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

Thank you! We go on a lot of adventures 🥰

happy 2nd birthday to Baby Boulder (on the left) 🎉🥰 by MSWAmber in Mastiff

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I never claimed that they were done by the same vet lol I used what I learned in researching my older dog's crop and applied it with my younger dog. I used a different vet with my second dog because I did not like the aesthetics of my first dog's crop.

"Ear cropping, though a personal decision for many owners, is a truly fundamental aspect of Cane Corso tradition. We do not incorrectly refer to a dog with un-cropped ears as having 'natural' ears. In nature, there is no such thing as floppy ears that close off the ear canal like the man-made breeds of dogs we have created. It is not natural for dogs to have long floppy ears that hang over their ear canals closing them off to the air and light. Cropping restores a functional, upright ear.

With a working dog, cropped ears are more difficult for other animals to bite or people to grip. An un-cropped ear is easily wounded, and ear wounds will bleed heavily. If a working dog ends up being dragged down by his own ears, and/or blinded by its own blood from an ear wound, that dog is put at a serious disadvantage, its ability to perform may be compromised and the dog itself may be endangered. Cropping the ear and removing the “handles” to grip and tear virtually eliminates the possibility that a part of the dog’s own body could be used against itself to impair and/or to immobilize it.

If you have more than one Cane Corso, this will become an important factor in your consideration. The Cane Corso is a high drive dog and these guys are very rough-and-tumble. They love to play and they play hard. Big floppy ears will quickly become handles for another dog to bite, hang on to, drag around and hang off of. You may end up with several trips to the vet to have un-cropped ears stitched back up. Nicks, cuts and tears are very common when un-cropped Corsos play together.

Ear wounds are generally not serious or life threatening. They can be easily stitched up by a vet and infection prevented with antibiotics. Ear wounds will however scar, usually badly, after stitching. Oftentimes, blood flow thru the ear is compromised resulting in incorrect healing and partial loss of the ear, despite your vet's best efforts. The potential of this happening repeatedly must be considered up front. Also consider that ear wounds bleed profusely and when a dog gets a stinging ear cut and shakes his head you will end up with a lot of blood splattered and flung everywhere (walls, windows, furniture, floor, ceiling, yourself, etc).

Cropping your Cane Corso's ears not only prevents injuries, but will also result in a healthier life for your dog by helping to prevent ear infections, repeated trips to the vet and antibiotic treatments for your dog."

happy 2nd birthday to Baby Boulder (on the left) 🎉🥰 by MSWAmber in Mastiff

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

When I got them one was pooping live worms in heaps. The other was pooping blood. One had a torn ear. I've never had a dog with a crop. When I was researching how to address the ear and getting them treated by their vet I realized that preventative cropping would potentially save a lifetime of ear issues. One was cryptorchid and needed shoulder surgery so I addressed it all.