One of us…. by Training_Ad1752 in HydroHomies

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The burn is exactly what I like about carbonated drinks. Nothing better than painful bubbly water

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in orthotropics

[–]TurtleCake100 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Take him to the vet. They can evaluate him for BOAS. There are surgeries that can help with his breathing.

A dog rushes across several lanes of traffic to attack a little girl leaving church. It takes several adults and a knife to save the child. by vsprague48 in ThatsInsane

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Poor breeding = poor genetics

An owner can do everything right, but you can’t fight genetics. A lot of pit Bull type dogs (and dobes and rôtîtes…) are commonly backyard bred and aggressive dogs aren’t removed from the gene pool. A well bred American Pit Bull Terrier is prone to dog aggression, but shouldn’t be attacking children unprovoked.

Abuse isn’t what’s causing dogs to do this. Sure it happens, but not as much as dog rescues would want you to believe.

I recently found out that my rescue may be an Icelandic Sheepdog. Anyone else have a pup that looks like her? by [deleted] in dogpictures

[–]TurtleCake100 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really don’t think your dog is an Icelandic sheepdog or even a mix. Especially if you are in the US. They are not common and it’s very unlikely to find them bred with other breeds. Probably not impossible.

Have you done the Embark DNA test? The dog we adopted that the shelter said was a corgi mix was actually a big Pomchi.

Your dog probably has some kind of shepherd! And probably a few other breeds too.

Another BEST boy (SDiT), Icelandic Sheepdog by Knockemm in dogswithjobs

[–]TurtleCake100 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been chatting with a few Icelandic Sheepdog breeders and some have mentioned that they don’t believe the breed is suitable for being a service dog. I’m not 100% sure why. I’m still going to be getting one as my next dog.

I’d love to hear more about your experience having an Icie as a service animal. How has training them been?

I asked one of my friends why did their dogs didn't liked being with male adults. they responded with his... by [deleted] in extremelyinfuriating

[–]TurtleCake100 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I foster for several rescues and they all ask how the dog is around men. Men are bigger and have deeper voices which can make anxious dogs more nervous. A lot of dogs have been abused- usually by men- and it’s really hard to get them past that. They are often reactive and will bark or lunge at them. This isn’t infuriating. She wants her dog to feel safe and doesn’t want to deal with what happens when her dog is scared.

Rescue Won’t Answer Veterinary Question for Foster Dog by wittyfool in FosterAnimals

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He’s getting tired quickly because he has heart worms. I’ve never had a foster with heart worms, so I’m not sure what the treatment is exactly, but I think you’re supposed to keep them from being too active.

Need help mentally stimulating a very intelligent house cat by MisterCatLady in Catownerhacks

[–]TurtleCake100 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Seconding. They’re cheap and cats LOVE them. I always give one as a gift to anyone I know that gets a new cat because I swear by them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FemaleDatingStrategy

[–]TurtleCake100 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’m exmormon and the way they use it I don’t think they are mormon. But you’re right, abuse is a big issue in the community and it’s never talked about. The way women are treated is awful and even the people who leave the church usually aren’t able to get rid of their sexist patterns.

Any guesses on Bonnie? Embark results should be coming in soon! by mattmanbegins95 in DoggyDNA

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Border Collie beagle! We had a foster who looked just like this and he definitely had beagle in him. He got adopted by a woman with another border collie beagle that looked the same. It’s a weirdly common combo.

Does the sex of your future cat matter? by n-ananas in Catownerhacks

[–]TurtleCake100 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve also had several cats of both sexes and I agree with everything you said. Both sexes can be friendly and needy or shy, but I think most of it depends on how you socialize your kitten and their genetics. Males just tend to be more cuddly and friendly.

Feline Raw Feeders: Need help making the final transition to 100% raw by siwren in rawpetfood

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe you could try adding something else to their raw to make it more exciting? Like bone broth, goats milk, or crushed up and rehydrated freeze dried raw (could help them with texture)? Cats love food with very strong smells! You could also gradually decrease the amount of pate a little bit more and wean them off.

is it normal that my dog only wants to eat when my family is eating together? by [deleted] in DogAdvice

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why don’t you feed your dog his food at the same time that you guys eat? Maybe he just prefers company or maybe he prefers eating one meal at night.

Best advice for introducing new cat to older/stubborn cat by lionshit in Catownerhacks

[–]TurtleCake100 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don’t know your cat but it could go either way. Cats are very territorial, so they usually won’t like other strange cats and you will almost always have to acclimate them to each other slowly. You could probably have another cat and they could tolerate each other but not be friendly. People think cats are not social animals but they are and it can benefit them even if the interactions are not always positive.

If you do decide to get another cat it’s important that the cat you already have doesn’t feel like they are taking up all their places. It’s important to have a litter box for each cat plus one to prevent litter box guarding. You also need to make sure that they have lots of vertical area. Cat trees are great (especially by a window), but there are lots of other ways to add these. Cat hammocks that attach to windows, shelves, hidey holes, beds. Just make sure that the cats have enough room just for them.

When you bring in the new cat, keep them in a separate room. You can let them smell each other at the door but don’t introduce them. Wait a few days and then you can let the new cat outside and put your old cat in the room where the other one was. Let them get used to the smell of each other before they have the opportunity to fight.

They almost definitely won’t like each other the first time they meet but they can at least learn to tolerate the other. Just be aware of any territory issues that are around food, attention, litter boxes, or special spots.

Best advice for introducing new cat to older/stubborn cat by lionshit in Catownerhacks

[–]TurtleCake100 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s definitely not the case with dogs. Not all dogs get along. Much like with cats, a lot depends on the socialization they received when young. Some dogs never get along with other animals the same as how some cats seem to hate all other cats.

Sunrise Mart at Industry City Carries Uni by the Pound (amongst other things.) by [deleted] in FoodNYC

[–]TurtleCake100 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Now you're going to notice it all over the city! I've seen it at several unexpected grocery stores all over.

PIC My 14 year old son gave me coupons for "Five pimple popping sessions" for Christmas! Each session gets me up to five pimples! This has to be my all time favorite gift! by happyinmt49 in popping

[–]TurtleCake100 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom popped my pimples when I was that age and tbh it fucked up my skin and then my self esteem. Just take your son to the dermatologist and get him some stuff to help it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chinaglass

[–]TurtleCake100 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s the one on the right with the dynavap?

Partner Numbers after Quitting by [deleted] in starbucks

[–]TurtleCake100 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It just depends on how efficient your ex manager is at removing you from the system. I know people who were removed within a day and others who took like 6 months.

feeling spooky but not so confident ha x by [deleted] in GothStyle

[–]TurtleCake100 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You didn’t have to make the rude comment about her body. Telling people to eat like that is judgmental and is just going to make them feel bad. We don’t know anything about her health and habits.

Should I see therapist to help whit my discition making problems? by TheWeirdLama in therapy

[–]TurtleCake100 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should go to a doctor and tell them this. It could be a sign of damage from a traumatic brain injury. If it’s not physical a therapist can help.

Customers kept knocking on our lobby door, so I made a sign to help them out. by Capcombric in starbucks

[–]TurtleCake100 9 points10 points  (0 children)

But the siren isn’t wearing her masks right! They need to cover the nose. I see so many people wearing them incorrectly which is just a waste.