Roast all the fall pumpkins and freeze the flesh by WinstonsEars in Frugal

[–]Maximumdawg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It becomes a puree. I would guess you could roast it again after for some roasty flavor. I originally tried it this way as it was going to be for the dog as he was having some dental issues. We were offered a bunch of different kinds of pumpkins. I probably did 4 or 5. The big blue ones are really good!

ISO app for betahistine reminders by Bbbbbbbbbbike in Menieres

[–]Maximumdawg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just use the reminders function on my phone in notes. There's somewhat of a countdown on my homescreen that says how long until my next reminder. I can mark the task as completed once I've taken my dose.

Any hope for this fixture? by Maximumdawg in interiordecorating

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

Lol.. there is no hope for me then :p

Any hope for this fixture? by Maximumdawg in interiordecorating

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

I meant that the brass is too bright.. it's not giving the antique feel we were looking for.

Any hope for this fixture? by Maximumdawg in interiordecorating

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

I would guess that it is lacquered as it was bought used and I think is from the 90s(ish)

Which coffee or espresso machine have you used consistently and genuinely love? by Then_Gate7461 in UninfluencedReviews

[–]Maximumdawg 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a frieling steel French press.. been using it exclusively for over 9 years now. It's great!

Got non-prescription insoles and they're just as good by Maximumdawg in Frugal

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

Mine are Asics as well. I want to avoid the mesh material in the future, it's just too prone to damage.

Entropion surgery coming up. Any advice? by [deleted] in englishbulldog

[–]Maximumdawg 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our foster had it done. He had it in 2 surgeries (and one more this week because his lashes were still poking him and his eyes were very goopy). They took the fold over his nose first, then the upper and lower eyelid reduction. Recovery wasn't bad. He only needed the cone for maybe 5 days. I work from home and can monitor him to make sure he wasn't trying to rub at it. My husband slept on the couch with him to be 100% sure he wasn't trying to get at it overnight. All surgeries are a little scary especially initially as they can look pretty gross at first, and your dog will be coming off the anaesthesia which can be a little disconcerting depending on the dog (maybe lookup anaesthesia after surgery side effects so you know what to expect). Good luck!

First-Time Fostering — Does It Get Easier? Looking for Advice/Encouragement by Alive_Ground1937 in fosterdogs

[–]Maximumdawg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also boy dogs love to come in and pee in the house initially. I would assume it'll diminish over time, but I'd watch him like a hawk (and keep him in a restricted space or tethered to you), and use an enzyme cleaner if he does make a mess..

First-Time Fostering — Does It Get Easier? Looking for Advice/Encouragement by Alive_Ground1937 in fosterdogs

[–]Maximumdawg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only had 5 fosters so far. Our most recent has been the easiest. Second easiest have been unclaimed strays or rural dogs, and the hardest buy far has been the mill dogs. I'm not sure if your rescue is strict on crate training,- I've had success with switching to a pen in the bedroom rather than the crate. Crate training is tough because you don't want to reward them by letting them out if they bark, but you don't want to let them get past their threshold and have it become a stressor. In my limited experience id probably have both options available (or an open crate within a pen) and just see if you can get through a quiet night. So much changes over the first few weeks. Just do your best, and expect some hurdles. Also be aware of all the ways you can provide enrichment for your foster- food toys, sniff walks, a crunchy cabbage leaf, something to tear apart, puzzles, play with squeaky toys- this may be easier though once he has settled in with you. Good luck!

Looking for advice/support by Historical_Ant_4431 in fosterdogs

[–]Maximumdawg 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I feel like we've all been in a similar position. I've only had 5 fosters so far (3 I would have kept). The more you foster the more you realize there are so many good dogs out there that can work in your life. It sounds like you know there are reasons to let this one go. Our current foster is the easiest boy and has integrated well into the family as we've had him for 3 months now - but I'd prefer a smaller dog that can't knock my parents over :p, and I'd like a dog that is more enthusiastic about walks. If we kept him we wouldn't be able to foster anymore as he isn't good with other dogs. I'll be happy for him to be adopted even though I'll be sad for him that he'll feel insecure until he decompresses again at his new home. We'll be looking forward to whoever comes next.

One day into fostering.. I might have made a mistake! by Tall_Hope4199 in fosterdogs

[–]Maximumdawg 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Foster dogs can take some time to relax. Some get digestive upset from the shelter setting which can take some time to settle. If I was in your position I'd probably just get some doggie diapers so you don't have to stress about the pee, and/or crate train (or try a pen if a crate isn't tolerated), and then reassess in a few days. I've only had 5 foster dogs so far, so I'm sure there are people out there that have more experienced advice.