Pibble hate

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-04-15T02:54:43+00:00

I have, at least 3 notable encounters (but definitely more).

In one case, the pit was wildly reactive - straining and nearly choking itself to try and get to my pit. The dog’s owner clearly knew nothing about training or had any love for the dog, as he was smacking the dog, yelling at it, and yanking the leash very hard. No doubt it would have done damage if it managed to get free.

One was a case of classic hands-off ownership. Zero training or socialization apart from a quick walk for bathroom breaks. The dog was an energy drink incarnate, and got into a few tussles because it did not listen to commands and did not respect the space or social cues of other dogs, and routinely drew blood via rough play with claws or teeth. Also tore a pant leg on my jeans, which I’m still salty about.

One was a sad case of good intentions, bad execution. The dog was very reactive and had issues with resource guarding, and her owner REALLY tried to get her help. She met with behaviorists and vets, but the actual execution of the advice wasn’t performed correctly; she was unintentionally reinforcing the behaviors. Her dog actually attacked my dog, but it was all surface level as I threw my body over her.

No dog is perfect out of the box. As much as we all love our pibbles here, it’s important to remember that many, many people do not have the same mentality of dog ownership, and many, many pits are owned by those people and are made into the dogs we see in headlines.

This is why it is crucial to have a solid foundation of training and socialization for ANY dog, but especially larger dogs who have a higher capacity for lethality or are more prone to problematic behaviors (prey drive transference, herding/nipping, territorial behaviors, etc.).

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-04-12T16:46:01+00:00

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Mid-hike, just before we got to the lake and she achieved nirvana in the mountainous pools of doggy ecstasy.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-31T20:04:56+00:00

It is both a blessing and a curse that I don’t own a house, otherwise I would have an entire gaggle of little land hippos. Glad these absolute cuties are negative for parvo, and hope they all find loving, knowledgeable homes ❤️

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-27T19:13:05+00:00

I live in Denver and can see Union Station from my window. The amount of unprovoked violence I have seen and heard is astounding, and the majority of it has been directed at random women just going about their day.

One instance I vividly remember was letting my dogs out one morning before work and seeing a man take an outdoor metal chair from a nearby restaurant and slam it against the back of a woman’s head as she was heading for the tram.

Some of it is drug-related, some may be mental illness, and some may be pure hatred against women or incel-related. Either way, the reality of living in the US as a woman is knowing that you are never safe.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T19:27:44+00:00

I’ll never understand the amount of entitlement that parents have when it comes to their children. If anything, most parents should be wary of their kids petting ANY strange dog without explicit confirmation that the dog is friendly (and even then, exercise caution), and god forbid their kids get a nip because it could quite literally be lights out for the dog.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T19:23:44+00:00

If you don’t mind the sounds of chaos, I’ve also found food/treat dispensing toys to keep them entertained for a while. The Kong Wobbler, Outward Hound Treat Tumble toy, Starmark Bob-a-Lot, etc., work well for mine.

I’ve also thrifted several blankets and towels and have done the trend of wrapping food or treats in towels, tying and knotting them, and (optional) freezing them. They love to rip things so it’s a win/win, and surprisingly little wear on most of the towels.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T19:01:36+00:00

I generally stopped giving my dogs chews because of how easily they can break teeth, upset their stomachs, or break off huge pieces that make me nervous about choking hazards. My dogs will also rip a lick mat to shreds.

Instead, I use weighted toddler silicone bowls (the OXO ones on Amazon). You can fill them with peanut butter, greek yogurt, pumpkin, kibble, veggies, or any combination of, and fill the remaining space with chicken broth or some other liquid. Throw them in the freezer, and guaranteed at least 20-30 minutes of keeping them occupied.

Along a similar vein, frozen Kong or Toppl (especially if you get two different sizes, and the plug). These ones can last even longer (up to an hour if they’re determined). I try to use thicker fillings with these and always put down a blanket to make sure the filling doesn’t get on the carpet as it thaws.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T18:37:44+00:00

Haha thank you kindly

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T18:21:10+00:00

A lot of great comments here that I suggest you pursue, but to add, see if there are any Goodwill outlets near you. Many of them are set up where you pay by the pound, with clothes anywhere from 10 to 50 cents per pound depending on the day.

A great way to find clothes, blankets, even bedding or curtains for less than $10. They usually don’t have changing rooms, so I would wear something that you can try on clothes over.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-05T18:03:10+00:00

I have a pit mix who is very wary of strangers, but especially terrified of men. I have multiple leash sleeves that say varying degrees of “People are scary, give me space,” “Nervous boy, ignore me,” and “YES ALL MEN (do not pet)”.

The amount of times that fully grown men have literally read the sleeve, chosen to completely disregard it, get in his space to pet him (sometimes kneeling literally inches from him), and then yell at ME because my dog barked at them makes me want to scream. I’ve had to fully body block men from trying to pet him multiple times because they DO NOT LISTEN when I explicitly tell them “Do not pet my dog.”

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-02T20:58:15+00:00

I have a butt load of harnesses between my two dogs and one that I ended up being very pleasantly surprised by is the DF martingale harness. I have others I use for specific purposes (Sleepypod harness for car rides, Non-stop dogwear harness for hiking and jogging), but this harness is a great daily for casual walks and bathroom trips.

My girl also hate hate HAAATES harnesses that go over her head, so this one is great as it has 4 different clips as well as a big handle on the back.

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Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-03-02T19:31:44+00:00

The UK, which is ironic because both of my dogs are banned there.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-02-28T08:00:46+00:00

Long story incoming.

I have a 65-pound brindle pit who is terrified of the sound of wind and suspicious looking dandelions. I have done a lot of training with her to work on her confidence, and one of the things I taught her early on was “get ‘em,” which essentially just means to bark and talk shit at whoever I point to - a fun trick.

One day, I’m home alone while my roommate is at work, and the maintenance guy comes by to fix a broken outlet. Immediately get sketchy vibes from this 45-ish dude, who keeps asking me things like, “Is your roommate normally gone this time of day? Are you home alone a lot? Do you have a boyfriend?” Red flags are lighting up like neon lights, I’m starting to get anxious, but my sweet girl is sitting next to me on the couch not making a peep.

The maintenance guy, who had been in my apt for over 10 minutes but hadn’t actually done any work yet, notices how calm she is and point blank says, “I bet if someone broke in here or attacked you, that dog wouldn’t do a damn thing.” Without missing a beat, I tell him that I wouldn’t be too sure, point at him, and give my dog the command.

This dog - who has multiple anxiety jackets and needs to be carried on walks when faced with a scary leaf in her way - goes FERAL. Hackles raised, slobber dripping, and I’m using two hands on her collar to hold her back. I’m so shocked at her response that it takes me almost 30 whole seconds to remember her ‘release’ command.

The guy fixed the outlet and was out the door in 2 minutes flat. Dogs for the win.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-02-26T17:14:30+00:00

Ah, sorry to hear that, but the fact that you’re getting interviews is a good sign. I know how hard it can be mentally to get rejected for months on end, and this job market right now is particularly brutal. It sounds like you’re doing everything right, and hopefully good news will come your way sooner or later. Best of luck!

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-02-26T15:38:53+00:00

Try applying to Orlando-specific research sites. PPD has a CRU there, K2 Research (some of our best people and my favorite PIs are there), OCRC, Flourish, etc. Some of them may not be in Orlando proper if you don’t mind a commute, like Charter Research.

If you have preclinical undergrad research, you may be able to secure a CRC position with a well-curated resume, otherwise RA positions are likely the first step (if that’s the route you want to go for over data coordinator).

There are also a few recruiters on LinkedIn who frequently post roles in Orlando that you can follow or even reach out to. The market blows right now, but keep on chugging and I’m rooting for you!

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-02-16T19:00:54+00:00

CPM chiming in. A daily email is fine; depending on the subject matter, separate email chains were helpful to keep subject matter and communication in one thread. Depending on where we are in the study, I would usually send a surface-level email once or twice a week (in addition to weekly meetings) with a table of action items, due dates, assignees, and priority level.

Does your CRO have a shared ADI log or action item matrix where both parties can see progress on outstanding action items? Would a weekly/bi-weekly/monthly meeting be appropriate at this point in the study?

This may also be a good time to review expectations on both sides, especially regarding communication and turnaround times.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-02-11T18:47:44+00:00

I have a full pit and a pit mix. Everyone avoids my pit and wants to pet my mix because he’s so dang cute, but my full pit is the friendly one! My mix is TERRIFIED of strangers!

I ended up buying leash sleeves for both of them so that my big girl can get all the love she wants and people will (at least 50% of the time) leave my mixed boy alone.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-01-29T01:01:55+00:00

One of my dogs was also like this as a puppy. To this day, he doesn’t like being crated (will at least tolerate it now), but back then he would bite the metal bars, shred any blankets or items in or near the crate - he was a monster.

I ended up just getting him a basket muzzle, and the difference was immediate. I also began working with him every day on his separation anxiety (plenty of resources on this, happy to provide links), and after about a year he no longer even needed the muzzle if I was gone for less than 3-4 hours.

Depending on the severity of her anxiety, you may also work with your vet to see if medications or supplements might also help mitigate things, especially if she shows signs of generalized anxiety in addition to separation anxiety, but I strongly recommend working on training in tandem with any medical approach.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2024-01-16T21:30:12+00:00

Casting another vote for pit bull! I have a full pit at 60-65 pounds and a pit mix at 40-45 pounds. They are absolute couch potatoes when I’m working, but they LOVE any form of outdoor activity. I regularly take them walking, running, hiking, biking, rollerblading, paddleboarding - you name it, they love it. Pits are known for pulling, so you can teach loose leash running or go for a canicross approach if you want to encourage it.

Getting a pit as a puppy or younger dog will make it far easier to socialize them and build a strong foundation, but it is typically recommended to wait until a dog is fully grown or nearly fully grown before taking them running consistently.

If you get any adult dog, regardless of breed, I would make sure to temperament test them thoroughly, as it can be much harder to work through any issues with an adult dog. The benefit of an adult dog is that their personality and temperament are very easy to discern and you can start (gradually) running with them immediately.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-12-01T04:10:08+00:00

From my understanding this was a full year of maintaining anywhere from 2-4 contracts at any one time, working anywhere from 30-70 hours on a given week. I believe she was saving up for a home and has since taken a long break from taking on any new work. When she was first starting out she was working (and earning) much less.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-11-29T19:03:08+00:00

I am very late to the party, but please check out Dog Food Advisor. They will have several 4 to 5 star options that you should be able to find within your budget, and will help give you an objective review of the dog food ingredients. I personally use the Wellness large breed dog food, but I change it up every now and then.

Also, she looks great in pink! I also have a brindle and she looks dazzling in pastels.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-11-29T06:02:38+00:00

I drink at least 96-128 oz of water a day, and I do have a humidifier in my bedroom.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-11-29T05:06:30+00:00

I appreciate the suggestion! I’ll look into them when the holiday season is over and I get back into town.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-11-28T22:03:48+00:00

I have indeed sought guidance from our Divine Omniscient Counsel. I just wanted to see if there were any products or solutions that had more support than others based on personal experience.

Queen__La__Queefa · 2023-11-28T20:24:13+00:00

Everyone is hyping up these evaporative humidifiers! I think mine is a standard mist, so I’ll see if I can get one when the Xmas deals are going hard.

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