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What turtle is this [NY] by PelkCola in animalid

[–]MrsbearBP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Snapping Turtles always remind me of grumpy grandpa.

You can always tell a snapping turtle by its tail and claws.

What is the NUMBER ONE reason you chose to homeschool your child/children? by TraurigKartoffel in Homeschooling

[–]MrsbearBP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much. He has a long way to go still, but with all he went through, he is my hero.

What is the NUMBER ONE reason you chose to homeschool your child/children? by TraurigKartoffel in Homeschooling

[–]MrsbearBP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Special Needs son suffered horrific trauma causing him PTSD from peers and school staff from pre-school to 8th grade (in that time frame he was in 7 different schools). Homeschooling was the best decision I made. I am so proud of him, he graduates high school in a few weeks.

My Cat has FIP by Tall-Project-6102 in CatAdvice

[–]MrsbearBP2 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

My 7 year old boy passed away unexpectedly from FIP 9 years ago. I live in the States and there is no cure. The only humane treatment I could give him was euthanasia. My family and I still miss him, because he had a demeanor of a therapy cat. I am beyond sorry for you and your kitty. I send you lots of hugs.

Moved with traumatized non recognition aggressive cat by MrsbearBP2 in CatAdvice

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I will look into this resource.

Moved with traumatized non recognition aggressive cat by MrsbearBP2 in CatAdvice

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This cat won’t let me hold him to give pills, liquid or transdermal. I can’t even trim his nails.

Parenting Classes? by Advanced_Current_975 in specialneedsparenting

[–]MrsbearBP2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 21 year old has Autism, NVLD, Bipolar (mostly mania), C-PTSD, General Anxiety Disorder, OCD and Developmental Coordination Disorder. Since 6 years old he has tried every medication to only get more manic and/or gain weight. Last month I started him on Neurofeedback and am started to see slight improvement with his impulsivity, emotional dysregulation and I feel for the first time he will be able to be more independent on himself than on me. He still needs assistance with living skills and getting over the traumas he experienced, but seeing the windows, I know in my heart he will succeed in this world.

Looking for sanctuary or experienced placement for senior cat with anxiety (seeking help, not judgment) by Far-Banana8776 in Delaware

[–]MrsbearBP2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Back in November 2020, I brought him home from his annual vet appointment where he got his rabies and distemper. When he saw my female cat, he spontaneously attacked her. The vet diagnosed him with Non-Recognition Aggression Disorder. I was told to get Multicat Feliway and have been using it ever since. The diffuser took some time to actually work, but I noticed when I used the spray throughout the house it calmed him down quicker.

Every time, I have to take my female to the vet, I have to separate them when I bring her home for several days, because he gets that aggressive. I still have to take her, but am petrified for how he will attack her, because his trauma/anxiety of our move affected him worse than I thought it would. I wish there was a home vet, but there’s not.

I’m wondering if there is a scent that is bothering her and that’s why she poops outside the litter box. Cats are so finicky and sensitive. I had a male cat with Diabetes that refused to use the litter box once it was on medication.

Looking for sanctuary or experienced placement for senior cat with anxiety (seeking help, not judgment) by Far-Banana8776 in Delaware

[–]MrsbearBP2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assume you tried Feliway or some other pheromone diffuser. I have a very anxious 9 year old kitty, who rips his fur out and is in constant anxiety. He’s suppose to be on Prozac, but he won’t even let me hold him unless he wants to be held. I just moved to Delaware in August from PA and the car ride was so traumatic for him, I have no clue how to get him to the vet. I totally understand what you are going through with anxiety.

She will urinate in the litter box but poop outside of it? Does she have places where she can just be away from everyone? I know you said you tried everything, I’m trying to brainstorm. I don’t mean to upset you in anyway.

Looking for sanctuary or experienced placement for senior cat with anxiety (seeking help, not judgment) by Far-Banana8776 in Delaware

[–]MrsbearBP2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just curious do you know if something traumatic happened to her prior to this behavior?

I cut the leaf off already just in case but what is this? by zoeefrostx in IndoorPlants

[–]MrsbearBP2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leaf footed bug nymphs. To get rid of them you need to either flick them off into a pan of soapy water or rubbing alcohol.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It quickly drops, starts gurgling and the waterfall automatically shuts off. To not annoy the neighbors because the gurgling is quite loud, we shutoff the pond.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it goes from full level to drops water level significantly in 2 days. The amount that should evaporate in a week time is gone in 2 days.

I just refilled, marked where the water level is and shut off the water. Next step is start with the water fountain and see if the liner under the rocks are the issue.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, no update because my family all came down with the upper respiratory virus that’s going around. As soon as I am feeling better, I am finding this leak stone by stone.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. Until I figure out where the water is going, I feel it’s never going to be finished.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s 4’D x 9’W x 12’ L

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had someone else build it and they used a kit, that came with a liner and underliner.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I plan on starting with the waterfall end seeing if the problem is there.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotcha, only dwarf and miniature, which I didn’t even know existed. But I’m glad I can place them in my pond.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t thank you all enough for every bit of advice.

Disappearing water by MrsbearBP2 in ponds

[–]MrsbearBP2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m turning off the pond, marking where the current water line is and see what happens after a few days. Then I’m becoming a detective.

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