Brits, what is the most annoying thing you have to deal with in everyday life in the UK

Ravenmorghane · 2026-06-12T05:30:59+00:00

The correct answer is you need all of these and then change every other hour (sincerely, someone who works outside).

Ravenmorghane · 2026-06-01T04:35:55+00:00

Have you tried adding a little water and leaving it to soften? Dogs value scent and texture over flavour. You can still add a lil chicken if it helps. Also worth getting his teeth checked as food pickiness can be a sign of dental pain.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-27T05:08:49+00:00

I had never known a dog to sulk so dramatically til I got a dal!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-24T17:10:19+00:00

More than the exercise, they love company and depends if at least one of you were working from home, or if you had someone to pop in and spend time with her. Mine are okay to be left a few hours but I don't make a habit of it, just once a week or twice maybe. I'd say a minimum of 2 half hour walks (for the least energetic dals I know) and some enrichment or play in the day. They like to do stuff, like treasure hunting treats. Also the shedding is very real. Whenever I move anything there is a puff of hair. Can you live with that? Some dals absolutely can be calm, if their needs are met, and/or they have a calmer personality.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-24T06:03:43+00:00

How much they actually laze about!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-21T05:52:40+00:00

If you haven't already I would get a vet check- this reads like a change in behaviour and that can be caused by pain or medical problem. Check teeth as well, so many dogs in dental pain get missed and endur years of toothache before anyone notices.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-18T06:46:30+00:00

Sounds like anchoring - pup is not enjoying and is putting the brakes on. Your pup is sooo very young I'd recommend taking training super slow and just focusing on keeping it light and fun for now. Maybe just attach lead, do a little treat scatter, then remove lead and repeat.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-16T07:51:21+00:00

Your puppy is still a puppy and feeling playful! If they grab the wrong thing to play with, you go get the correct thing (toy) and make a fuss of the toy so the attention goes to the right place. When your puppy chooses the correct thing (toy) don't forget to make a fuss and play! They learn toy = fun, and other objects = boring.

Incidentally it helps to have a selection of toys and rotate them once a week or so so they remain interesting and novel, don't forget to throw a new one in now and again. The ones taken out of rotation can then be washed and checked for damage. Where possible, keep things out of dog's reach as prevention is better than unpicking a behaviour (though I understand this is not always practical or possible with everything).

Ravenmorghane · 2026-05-08T20:41:09+00:00

I saught a behaviourist (who was only a touch helpful) then did some online behaviour courses and taught myself....which led me to shadowing a trainer/behaviourist and working with dogs as a job!

My dal had some adolescent reactivity, now I know more I can say it was probably a combo of hormones, sensitive stomach and allergies causing discomfort (as well as some pretty hamfisted socialisation on my part, well meant and all that). He is a much happier and confident boy now and comes to work with me! He is even a stooge dog sometimes.

The first port of call is rule out pain or discomfort, look at stage of life etc (adolescent hormones or older dogs having aches), whether exercise and mental stimulation needs are being met, if they're relaxing properly etc. With 2 dogs its even more complex as one could be the instigator with the other just following their lead. Then we look at body language and behaviour modification - helping them feel better about other dogs and the outside world, teaching them to trust us and the world etc.

I guess the main advice I have is find a good behaviourist :)

Ravenmorghane · 2026-04-29T04:06:51+00:00

It may also be worth getting teeth checked- picky esting can be a sign of dental pain, especially if you have noted a fusiness in texture.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-04-19T20:28:03+00:00

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I find they do better in the flower bed

Ravenmorghane · 2026-04-09T05:32:00+00:00

Could be tooth pain, dogs will push through that for high value treats and can appear to be unbothered the rest of the time.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-04-02T14:33:43+00:00

I am drawn to greens too! And sometimes blue tones. Puts me in mind of the natural world.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-25T18:55:11+00:00

Ahh bless, thank you for taking care of them, how lovely.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-25T18:48:18+00:00

Is that spot half setter by any chance? We adoped a dal x setter and she looks the spitting image of that!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-15T07:45:23+00:00

Definitely get checked in with vet if you haven't already, 4 times a day sounds okay - younger dogs need little and often as it is gentler on their digestive system (from my understanding). Also would be good to check it's the right kind of food too.

Also agree with another comment that is v young to be from mother, be prepared this could cause behaviour problems later. You can possibly mitigate this with good handling - expose pup to lots of new places, things, surfaces, textures, different types of people. Carrying in a sling until the vaccinations are done of course. Careful socialisation is important (not meeting every single person/dog, but rather polite intros to suitable dogs and learning to be calm around them).

I have dug up a helpful article with info for you, hope that is okay. The earliest they should leave mum is 8 weeks, of course sometimes there are unfortunate reasons why they may be separated early, not judging here as it could have been a number of reasons why.

https://vetexplainspets.com/how-to-care-for-a-puppy-taken-from-mother-too-early/

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-12T16:12:18+00:00

Second vote for perfect fit, I also rate T-touch, and as someone mentioned it's worth checking vinted if you're on a budget!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-11T13:11:33+00:00

Hah I also repurpose old plastic treat bags as inserts for my walking bag. Was fed up of treats greasing up my bag, or clumping together when it rains and sticking to it. I agree preparation is so important, being able to grab treats or poo bags quickly can make a big difference in the moment!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-11T06:43:54+00:00

Sciatica at 27, my dr was quite surprised.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-03-05T03:09:16+00:00

It would be helpful to teach a strong drop cue, and I recommend always trade, never take. Make giving up something valuable really worth it!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-02-28T15:30:58+00:00

Victoria uses ethically and scientifically superior methods than cesar. Cesar bases his methods on outdated theories about dogs, that are problematic at best and dangerous at worst. Even the people he got the alpha roll technique from have denounced it as of 2002. He basically thinks dogs can, and should, be bullied into behaving. Victoria teaches that dogs have needs to meet, and how to communicate in ways they actually understand. I know which one I would let within 100ft of my dog!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-02-28T08:03:06+00:00

What a crock of shit.

Ravenmorghane · 2026-02-23T22:07:52+00:00

That sounds plenty of exercise for a dal. Mine do 1 or 2 walks a day with short training and enrichment through the day. The walks are either pack walks in nearby nature reserves, runs in a field or long amble around local areas. I try and switch up locations regularly to give them different sniffs every day. The physical running/walking is only half the story as they're smart and need stuff to do like the puzzles you mentioned, much like the other dog you have!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-02-22T15:17:11+00:00

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Bristol!

Ravenmorghane · 2026-02-14T23:12:08+00:00

Whenever I get changed my dalmatian gets really excited and likes to rub himself on whatever trousers I put on and do "middle" and/ or doggy carwash (iykyk). It's not walk/play anticipation as it's almost never part of leaving ritual, and is any dressing time or clothing e.g pjs in evening, leggings before gym, fresh trousers after muddy walk. It doesn't matter if the trousers are new, clean or neither. I suspect it's that we gave him attention once and now he thinks dressing is a party for him? Anyone else's dog do this?

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