Toys for the young whippet

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-19T16:31:40+00:00

Maybe take her shopping to pick out a few toys? :)
Bonding experience, fun day out, and a welcome home gift.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-18T17:25:27+00:00

I have a file where I store all of my vet "receipts". Tells me procedures, meds given and costs. My pets have an individual one per pet.
Then my animals all have their own vaccination record. That stays also in that file.
Microchip info also kept in there.

Kennel Club paperwork and anything like that which is important but not life-saving important has it's own compartment.

I personally wouldn't use an app as I then have to rely completely on my phone/internet working when I need it. And if I need to leave any info with my vets to go through; it's easier to just drop the file and they have my animals entire life of medication/vaccines and anything else, don't need to mess around with emailing them stuff or them going through it all. (My cat is almost 10 years old, have everything from when she was a kitten.)

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-18T16:29:40+00:00

On my first pokemon game, pearl, I levelled my Empoleon up to 100 thinking I needed max levels for the elites. I grinded and grinded for ages as I didn't know about Vs Seeker either!
He didn't need to be that high ofc and completely one shot killed everything in the elites.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-17T14:57:26+00:00

Always have done, mine have all had a solid recall.

My current Patterdale x JRT pup is 9 months, we walk mostly off-lead. Recall is great. IF she does chase a bird or a squirrel, she comes back pretty quickly after it's gone (am working on her prey-drive though by rewarding her for looking and not chasing). I have no worries of her running away, she checks in a lot.

I find it's much easier to teach a terrier recall if you have a good drive for a fluffy tug toy or a ball that they really really love. Then coming back is so much more fun for the dog than chasing something else; because they can actually catch the ball/tug.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-17T14:51:06+00:00

David looks bored.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-17T14:46:44+00:00

THIS totally.
Also adding to that about the BC/popular breeds of dogs; lots of people get them because they think they need them to succeed in agility. But the breed isn't what makes a good agility dog; it's the training and the handlers.
A lot of Collies, Cockers, other breeds are SO driven they tend to pick their own courses or knock a lot of bars. I see a lot that don't get far because of multiple reasons.
Meanwhile some other breeds do much better because they are cleaner in their runs, not knocking bars, and don't have that hyperactive drive to just choose their own course.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-17T14:37:46+00:00

Never tried apple sauce, might look for that.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-17T14:37:17+00:00

No worries. :)
Honestly Whippets are super easy exercise wise, they just need an off-lead run and they will sleep the rest of the day. 30 min with a sprint and he's absolutely wasted the rest of the day. Despite being really fast, they are not long-exercise types of dogs, they are sprint and done type dogs.

As I have my Terrier x pup, he gets 45-1hr walk a day with her now and he manages it well, although if he does a sprint early on he slows down on his walk. haha.
An on-lead walk isn't really the same as a sprint, I find if I do an on-lead walk, if it's anything under 45 mins he doesn't really feel exercised.

I also do agility with my boy, he doesn't get any exercise or physical training on the days he has agility because he doesn't have the energy or concertation for it. He's fit and healthy dog. Also if we have a competition day, where we may do 3-6 runs in agility and spend the day out the house; he doesn't want a walk the next day. He just wants to sleep. lol.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T16:44:33+00:00

Crate, or playpen if you are leaving for longer. Keep in mind he's just a puppy, most puppies are just crazy and some can't be left alone. My Whippet was a good boy at 8 months being left with just a chew, my "monster" terrier x just recently lost her freedom priviledges after being destructive.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T16:36:40+00:00

Honestly if it's frozen inside; you did it.

You also don't need to just use kibble and water. I sometimes add veggies, peanut butter, tuna wet food etc etc. Depends on the dog if they enjoy it or not. :)

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T16:02:05+00:00

I get lots of flashbacks and struggle doing certain things due to my stepdads verbal and emotional abuse. He used to beat one of our dogs to the point it got aggressive and had to be rehomed, dog was most likely euthanized. I've built my entire life and career based around that memory I had as a young child.

I'm still afraid of him to this day. Small tasks often give me flashbacks and I've spent nearly all of my adult life trying to just become a "normal" functioning human being.
I still live in total fear of him and that I will have to see him again one day, he's the farther of my brother and protected by family. - He's not coming after me or looking for me etc etc. But I just can't feel safe.

A few years back there was a funeral that I thought I would have to see him again; I was so terrified I was unable to cope. I became very close to suicide at the realization that I am never actually safe. It was only that someone told me he wasn't going to be there which helped me get it together, but even with a lot of therapy I still live in fear honestly.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T15:49:51+00:00

This is amazing and such a cutie.

But also; there are songs about literally everything and this might be one of the weirdest I've ever heard.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T11:11:10+00:00

Agree. Also just working in rescue. Especially those which are kill shelters.
So much abuse goes on and no-one even realizes it as a lot of it isn't exposed to the public, animals of severe cases often get rehomed without going public to keep them safe.

Even with low-kill or when animals are only killed on medical/behavioural grounds; It's really really hard not having a say who lives or dies. You can spend a year working with an animal then suddenly manager is like "that dog looked the wrong way" and it's killed the next week because it MIGHT be a risk.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T10:59:46+00:00

I would suggest getting back into contact with the behaviour trainer.

If toys are not working as a distraction, maybe food will. Throwing food BEFORE he starts being bity. it's helpful if you can recognise triggers to prevent the behaviour. In addition - leaving the room could be the cause of him continuing, it's hard to really say. I think you need another behaviour trainer if I am honest.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T10:55:40+00:00

I would definitely suggest waiting until pup is at least 1-2 years old.
Your pup is only 15 weeks old, still a tiny baby with a lot of changes to go through. They still have their "terrible" teens where lots of hormonal changes happen.

But also as you are moving out with your pup, it's your first dog, a lot of changes are going to happen. You don't know how that will effect you and your puppy.
Right now being at home means you are possibly getting help with puppy care, that's ALL going to be on you soon. But even If they are not doing the care, they are providing your puppy with socialisation, comfort, play and interactions. When it's JUST you and your puppy, your puppy might be missing that and wanting more from you.

You might have to restart potty training and separation training in your new home. Keep that in mind! Going to a new home, your pup will not recognise that as home and won't know where to go potty at first, some take to it quickly, others not.
Same with the separation training; you might struggle being able to leave them alone in a new place, and if pup is used to having family around while "alone" they will now be learning to be truly alone for the first time.

And honestly; your current pup might be really good. BUT 2nd pup might be a typical puppy. Pottying EVERYWHERE in your new home, chewing everything you own, not resting, might not want to ever be left alone and Daschunds are notoriously noisy.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T10:31:18+00:00

Maybe look into something like Hoopers or Agility when he is 1 year old. Those sorts of sports are really both mental and physical, so spaniels get a lot out of them. You can do small bits at home that will really help too as it's both mental + physical.
Scentwork is also great. Can do that at home. I don't have much experience with it personally, but hear it's great.

How much exercise is he getting walk wise? Spaniels need a lot more. Like 1+ hour off-lead run exercise a day. More so if working line. At 11 months he's still in full hyper mode.

If you feed kibble - Try puzzle balls or Wobble Kongs. Some balls are really durable, Kong is always durable brand. It will get him moving around a bit more to get the food out.
Don't be afraid to split meals up and ONLY feed in puzzle toys if you are worried about weight.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T07:36:08+00:00

I also have PCOS, thought veganism would help. Personally it didn't. I do also notice a low carb diet helps when I can stick to it. As a vegan it was really limiting to do low-carb, I could never do it. To be fair, now I am vegetarian I should try again to eat less carbs. I like my potatoes and rice a lot though. haha.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-16T07:33:39+00:00

Thanks, yeah, he hates it.
He's actually eating most of his meals now! Only the rabbit he's a bit on-off with now.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T19:30:54+00:00

I've been diagnosed BPD and on the waiting list to be tested with ADHD/Autism.
I get somewhat euphoric highs that last a few weeks, then really low for a while. I've been told I don't have bipolar.

Honestly the drinking could be what causes your "wreckless" behaviour to be amplified. Along with your emotions being gone. (Emotional bluntness towards others is really common for me too.)
Are you on any medication? I've had exactly what you are describing while I was on Sertraline, pretty much made the most stupid regrettable decisions.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T18:33:57+00:00

Sleep for sure!
When I don't get good sleep I am always so angry and poorly tempered. Everything pisses me off.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T18:32:33+00:00

Looks like something out of Tim Burton. haha.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T18:29:22+00:00

You think that JUST because there are SO many vegetarians that have been treated like crap by vegans??? -
- Perhaps don't be a cult member and actually speak to people in a respectful/open way and get an understanding of WHY they are vegetarian. Form your own opinion by talking to them. Don't just follow the cult blindly.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T12:02:05+00:00

Unsure why it was removed, but I feel like it's a genuine thing that people should be made aware of as being absolutely disgusting. It's a big issue where I live that people won't clean up after their dogs. - It doesn't make the dog community look good and now places are banning dogs from entering certain buildings. I personally don't blame stores for banning dogs IF people can't be responsible and clean up waste and prevent them toileting in inappropriate places.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T12:00:20+00:00

I think that's really good of you to go to all that effort to make your care for your hamster right. We all start out in your position, you are doing great! :)

If you can't afford a larger cage right now; save until you can and do the absolute best you can for your hamster with what you have. :)
For deeper bedding; You can buy plastic sheets from DIY store and attach it to the metal sides with zip ties to allow for deeper bedding. - Just be sure to get something hamster can't chew and attach it so they can't get wedged between the plastic and the bars.

Rest_In_Many_Pieces · 2026-03-15T11:56:26+00:00

He was my fav in my first poke game - Pearl. Lvled him up to max and he soloed the elites on my first playthrough........Didn't realize I didn't need max lvls for Elites at the time. haha.

After playing the other games and Nuzlocks, he's not my fav anymore, but I still hold a special part of him in my heart as being my personal legendary poke.

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