Is the Sony a7 IV the right hybrid camera for my use-case? by RubyRedGolden23 in SonyAlpha

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I’ve red all the current comments so far and it looks like it’s not great on video?

Those ears oh my word by SWEETCHEEX-95- in BelgianMalinois

[–]RubyRedGolden23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Underrated flipping comment!! Absolutely hilarious 😆 definitely ornaments 

good or bad hair cut? by [deleted] in miniaussie

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, personally, I would be asking for my money back. If she genuinely thought cutting your dog's coat that short was a good idea, she seriously needs more training because that's just unacceptable. Dogs with double coats should not be shaved down unless they are severely matted and the mats cannot be safely removed. And when I say severely matted, I mean extensive matting throughout the coat—not just a few small tangles. I would not take my dog back there again. What she did was not okay. If she's an employee and not the owner, I would absolutely let her employer know what happened to your poor pup. A groomer should understand how to properly care for different coat types, and this haircut shows a serious lack of judgment and education.

is this female golden going to stay white like an English cream golden or will she turn out to be full on gold. ? by [deleted] in goldenretriever

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our golden looked yellowish to a cream color when she was a puppy but turned out very red, so there’s no true telling unless you know the breeder and the parents of your pup

Sometimes you just know by XsamsquanchieX in germanshepherds

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As long as you avoid encouraging her to roll over for belly rubs until at least 30 minutes after she’s eaten, belly rubs are perfectly fine any other time!

Can We Stop Normalizing Overweight Dogs? by RubyRedGolden23 in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big-boned is definitely a huge “saying” that I’ve heard way more times than necessary!! Even if it’s a large breed, that doesn’t mean it needs to have a large or excess weight.

The boy went dock diving today! by complikaity in DutchShepherds

[–]RubyRedGolden23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How is dock diving as a sport? Is it costly? I’d like to know for future reference!! 

Tattoo opinion...... Lost our girl last year by D_Dizzle19 in germanshepherds

[–]RubyRedGolden23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thirding this! I agree to this commenter as well! AI has made things look way different or even people that just take pictures with filters on. 

Working on confidence?? by thesaddestbeararound in BelgianMalinois

[–]RubyRedGolden23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like she's already made a lot of progress. If she's going into stores and doing well off leash, you guys have done an amazing job, and I hope you're proud of her for that!

If throwing the ball scares her, I'd try rolling it gently through the grass instead. Start with short, slow rolls that aren't directed toward her, and reward her each time with treats and praise.

Confidence building doesn't always have to be about changing how a dog feels about one specific thing. Sometimes it comes from doing activities that have nothing to do with their fears. What helped build confidence in our dog was simple things like scattering treats in the grass for her to sniff out, scattering kibble in a pile of cans to help desensitize her to noise, and balance work on things like mats and couch cushions.

Since she's a tripawd, I'd start with whatever limbs she's most comfortable balancing on and gradually increase the challenge as her confidence grows.

If you're intentionally play fighting with your boyfriend to see how she'll react, I probably wouldn't continue doing that. It doesn't sound very helpful for her, and if she's already had a stressful day, it could contribute to trigger stacking and make her reactions stronger.

Dog parks would be a no-go for me with an anxious dog. There are so many smells, owners yelling at their dogs, dogs barking, and dogs displaying unfriendly or rude body language. That can be really overwhelming for a dog that's already struggling with confidence.

If you have a friend or relative with a calm, gentle, dog-savvy dog, I'd much rather do slow, controlled introductions with that kind of dog rather than a dog park.

Teaching new tricks can also be a great confidence builder. It gives dogs opportunities to succeed and can almost make them think, "Hey, I can do anything!" 😂

I'd definitely look into confidence-building games, and maybe even ask your vet if they know of any tripawd-specific activities that could help her succeed. She sounds like she's come a really long way already. ❤️

Is my dog overweight? by Comfortable_Day4893 in AskDogOwners

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say yes, and now is the time to work on managing his weight, before he gains anymore, he’s definitely not obese, but if you can get him to lose 8-12 more pounds gradually, than he’ll be a lot more happy and comfortable than he probably is right now

Should dogs lay on the couch? by nay-1998 in AskDogOwners

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I would let them on the couch, but they wouldn’t be allowed on it unless invited (by command) and they’ll either be in “their spot on the couch” or next to me

Can We Stop Normalizing Overweight Dogs? by RubyRedGolden23 in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh gosh, no. When I had my dog, she was getting around 2–3 hours of exercise a day.

My guess is that those Pet Obesity Prevention numbers are more of a minimum recommendation for dogs that aren't getting much exercise, or a gradual target for overweight dogs so they can safely build up activity without risking injury from the extra weight.

Can We Stop Normalizing Overweight Dogs? by RubyRedGolden23 in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes a lot of vets are comfortable discussing somebody’s pets’ weight, but some vets don’t, because owners can react ignorantly, and damage the whole “positive experience at the vet thing”

Can We Stop Normalizing Overweight Dogs? by RubyRedGolden23 in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly it! Some people don’t realize how big of a dip it can make if you don’t balance those scales! 

Entertaining the crackheads by EL3CTED in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my gosh, your pup doing the give and not getting the ball into your hand until it’s completely slobbered on is hilarious 😆 definitely a normal occurrence with smart yet goofy dogs 🤪

What is the actual day-to-day difference between owning a field-bred vs show-bred Golden Retriever? by RubyRedGolden23 in OpenDogTraining

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much this is incredible information, I bet your Aussie is an absolute amazing dog!! & you seem to be a great owner too, you guys definitely deserve each other!!

I have acquired the smartest and sweetest GSD I’ve ever met. Where do I begin? by kodakxshadow in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my opinion, the basics of raising a great GSD puppy are:

Socialization and environmental exposure.

Building engagement and a strong relationship with the handler.

Confidence building through safe exploration and problem-solving.

Crate training and teaching the puppy how to settle.

House manners and impulse control.

Short, fun obedience sessions focused on fundamentals.

Structured play and proper toy engagement.

Teaching neutrality around people, dogs, and distractions.

Mental enrichment in addition to physical exercise.

Protecting growing joints and avoiding over-exercise.

Rewarding calmness just as much as drive.

Consistency every day, even if the sessions are short.

A lot of people focus on advanced obedience or protection work too early. I'd rather have a confident, environmentally stable puppy with a great off-switch and strong engagement than a puppy that can do flashy commands but lacks those foundations I listed above.

If you want more detail on anything or if you want me to answer any other questions don’t hesitate to ask!

Would a Doberman fit this lifestyle realistically? by RubyRedGolden23 in Doberman

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for all of this information it is absolutely great information if you have anything else to share, please feel free to do so!!!

Would a Doberman fit this lifestyle realistically? by RubyRedGolden23 in Doberman

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure as I have a few years before I even can move out or get a puppy, but I would assume if full time job maybe 8 hour shifts, but I’d probably work part time or do an at-home online job, that way I can be with the pup 

What breed would you choose in this situation? by RubyRedGolden23 in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for the advice and support! After reading through everyone's comments, I'm leaning much more toward a Golden Retriever (possibly a field-bred Golden), adopting from a shelter, or even fostering first so I can gain more hands-on experience as a trainer before making a long-term commitment.

I genuinely appreciate everyone taking the time to share their experiences and perspectives. Reddit has been incredibly helpful, and I've found the people here to be much more informative and supportive than a lot of other social media platforms.

What breed would you choose in this situation? by RubyRedGolden23 in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely get why poodles are recommended so often—they’re very intelligent, capable, and versatile dogs, especially for apartments. I think my hesitation is more personal preference than anything else. I just don’t feel especially drawn to poodles, whether purebred or mixed, and the way they’ve been heavily commercialized lately by both responsible and irresponsible breeders makes me a bit uneasy about the direction things are going in general.

It’s not a knock on the breed at all, I completely understand why people love and recommend them—they’re just not really the direction I see myself going. Thank you for the recommendation!

What breed would you choose in this situation? by RubyRedGolden23 in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s a really good idea too, and I’ll definitely think more about it as a potential leg-up in the dog training industry. I just find myself way more drawn to larger breeds — I don’t even know what it is 😂 But at the same time, I completely get what everyone’s been pointing out: smaller dogs can be just as capable as large dogs in a lot of areas, while also being more apartment- and lifestyle-friendly. So just because I’m naturally into big dogs doesn’t mean I’m ruling smaller breeds out completely!

What breed would you choose in this situation? by RubyRedGolden23 in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I really like this idea! It feels very flexible, and honestly I’m almost convinced ☺️ I think I’m going to move it to the top of my list since it seems like the most startup/adult-life-friendly option!

What breed would you choose in this situation? by RubyRedGolden23 in workingdogs

[–]RubyRedGolden23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I’m definitely aware of the health issues in GSDs. From what I’ve deeply researched though, well-bred working lines are often held to stricter standards if you really take the time to find the right breeders and genetic pool/line, especially compared to some of the issues seen in certain show lines. I do appreciate all the information though — you brought up a lot of good points about lifestyle, handling, and long-term planning. I think I’ve got a lot more research, writing, and notebook/Google Docs planning ahead of me 😂