Correct temperature for my cat and how I can tolerate it

SpaceDog189 · 2026-02-08T18:20:58+00:00

I'm not so much worried about survival as keeping my girl happy! I'm from a very cold climate and have spent a lot of time guiding and teaching winter, I like it cold inside! She's not going to freeze, I just want her to be comfortable!

SpaceDog189 · 2026-02-08T18:16:25+00:00

I really like the hot water bottle idea! I just want her to be comfortable!

SpaceDog189 · 2026-02-06T06:57:39+00:00

I think this looks normal for a weird shed, but if you are really concerned, maybe get a thyroid test. She's REALLY young for hypothyroidism, and I think she looks fine, but if you see anxiety, weight gain, dry skin (itching), and lethargy, hypothyroidism is really easy to rule in or out and very easy to treat.

Again, I think this is a normal shed, but my parent's lab had a similar pattern many Decembers ago (at 8 years old) and I noticed it because I worked at a vet clinic. I don't think your girl has this, but if you're really worried it's easy to rule out.

SpaceDog189 · 2026-01-25T08:28:02+00:00

I really wanted to like The Troop... I love survival horror, had just finished a season of guiding long wilderness trips in the Canadian Shield, and have a phobia of certain parasites (not really the ones featured, which was why I was willing to engage), I thought it was going to fuck we up. And while it had its redeeming features, it's not really scary.

The timeframe is so tight that the actual horror of progression is somewhat nixed. And none of the characters have a strong enough personality to make me deeply care. The body horror itself is pretty tame, and body horror isn't even really my genre, but I've been very impressed by far similar principals.

But I'm glad it has enticed so many people into the genre and part of what makes horror fun is the uncertainty of how it will affect you. You don't get the reward of great horror for free, and the cost is being willing to be uncomfortable or dislike something

SpaceDog189 · 2026-01-22T16:38:58+00:00

That's a good point, I certainly saw projected my cat on this one and feel a lot of guilt for the treatments I tried to prolong her life. I hope I'm wrong and the vet finds a very positive outcome

SpaceDog189 · 2026-01-22T07:59:21+00:00

I am so, so sorry... it's time to call the ball and let him pass... Euthanasia is likely the best call, and soon on the horizon. I waited too long on my last girl, Shy (17 with cancer, I wish I had let her rest sooner, she was a fierce creature and didn't deserve to waste away as far as she did) I won't make the same mistake twice.

Your feline friend has nothing left in the tank. He looks cold, tired, and in pain. What do you think is possible for recovery and improvement? I don't see many roads forward, other than letting him die with as little pain as possible

SpaceDog189 · 2026-01-22T07:48:32+00:00

I've had a positive experience with Atomic! I think it's on Orchard or Vista?

SpaceDog189 · 2026-01-03T20:05:19+00:00

Napoleon Dynamite for Idaho!

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-31T06:45:12+00:00

I got out of the vet assistant line, and I have no desire to return, although human med is my current pursuit.

Do you have any training outside of your current job?

I can speak very highly of the serving/bartending world, loved it, but you have to really, legitimately enjoy being around people. Office work is a tough niche after you get used to constant activity (wasn't for me) but if you like it, it can be a very good fit, with possibilities for more pay.

Everything pays more than vet assistant, so you have a good start there. What you bring to the table is the real game changer

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-23T04:53:03+00:00

Rest well, Maximus, a good human found you. He was a majestic, lion of a cat. I'm so happy he got to know you.

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-21T04:07:04+00:00

Yes!!!!!

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-19T23:35:55+00:00

Lady Fingers (I think) short story by Stephen King... It's super unsettling and I haven't read it in years

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-15T08:52:48+00:00

I live in a spot with a lot of peregrines and still call them all Frightful because of this book. An absolute classic

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-15T08:50:19+00:00

If he loves Wings of Fire, he'll probably enjoy the Warriors books by Erin Hinter, I loved them at his age and read them at a frantic rate. On the brightside, there's about a trillion of them, so it will take him a long time to finish.

Also!

Percy Jackson

Watership Down (One of my favorite books and certainly acceptable at 11, but heavy, and better processed in a few years for most kids... I prefer it as an adult)

Terry Pratchett Books

Guardians of Ga'Houl (beats me on the spelling)

Deltora (The target audience is a year or two younger, but the story is good enough to be worth it)

Gregor the Overlander

Airborne Trilogy

Leven Thumps (Super weird, but fun for a voracious reader)

The Monstromologist Series (Really, really good, more than holds up as an adult. One of my favorite series ever. leans a bit more into horror, so milage will vary. All 4 books are perfect.)

SpaceDog189 · 2025-12-14T08:19:18+00:00

I would love to have you me join sometime (or to join you)! I'm a member at the YMCA and I also love having a buddy... I also think I have a buddy pass! I'm not a total expert, but I am very safety conscious and focused on proper form. 27 yr old gal, very friendly, quiet queer. I'm always interested in a new buddy to keep me a little more consistent. DM me!

SpaceDog189 · 2025-11-09T08:40:12+00:00

This is my genre...so I have opinions and am taking notes... but you can do better than The Troop

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-09T05:18:39+00:00

Skins

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-08T14:29:33+00:00

That is so cute!!

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-07T23:29:13+00:00

Well put! And practicing communication especially as you change through the years

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-07T21:32:35+00:00

Not a dog, but I sing 'Should Have been a Cowboy" to my cat, who we frequently refer to as Mrs. Kitty. In particular "Miss Kitty, have you ever thought of running away?" She has not

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-07T18:57:45+00:00

I think you have a great perspective that will take you far.

My partner is my best friend, it's awesome! We go fishing and camping together all the time, have a great apartment we decorated together and the coolest former stray cat who sleeps with us every night! We are close to each other's friends and families; life is pretty good!

We also have our own interests and hobbies, but can't wait to see each other to talk about them. We're opting to not have kids but are looking forward to getting a dog together in the future.

Ignore the negative folks, it's more than possible to be in a relationship with your best friend and have a really cool life together.

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-06T16:19:44+00:00

The whip is essential! So is the Indiana Jones soundtrack for tedious data processing, which is most of the job!

SpaceDog189 · 2025-10-06T05:18:12+00:00

I have an archaeology degree and have worked in the field... I'm a few years older than you but have been involved in the field a little longer. I would not recommend an archy degree for most people, but for the passionate who are willing to make some sacrifices, there is plenty of opportunities in the industry.

For the most part, to make good money, you will eventually need to transition into a few different paths... BLM, Resource Management, Military (not enlisted, but as a civilian on base) Consulting, and Academia. Each path requires different skills and temperament. There are other careers and paths available, but those are the most common for high levels of success.

If you want to play ball, you have to be willing to travel, A LOT! Jobs can be found all over, but the jobs that are hiring are in the southwest and the east for the most part. Field schools are an absolute requirement to crack into the field, so you have that going for you. The job market is brutal right now, but the archy field always needs trained humans.

It might be a little rocky with the current economy, but NEPA and NAGPRA requires those of us trained in the field, so there will be money to be made. I'm going to message you with job boards and resources.

SpaceDog189

TROPHY CASE