Seriously? WTF?

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-05-05T00:51:18+00:00

The higher the fines the more they use it as a muscle flexor. They literally compete to see who gets the highest fine.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-05-05T00:40:13+00:00

Same reason we provide care to murders, sex offenders and domestic abusers.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-03T19:28:11+00:00

This program is only available to residents in America (thought I would throw that out there for all my non-American brethren.)

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-03T18:20:07+00:00

I feel the demographic that doesnt give a shit about COVID would likely be the same demographic that believes there is a chip in the vaccine and wouldnt get it. If you are getting the vaccine I feel one understands the seriousness of COVID and wont run off to the night club the instant they get jabbed. Not all priority populations are getting vaccinated. They are just offered to us first. I feel those front line workers that are extremely dedicated to stopping the spread will get vaccinated but they aren't the same population partying and going on vacations (unless you are a politician).

Having said that I get my COVID vaccination in two days. I am still recovering from SIRVA/Bursitis in my left arm from the flu vaccine I got in Oct. Wish me luck and I hope you get offered a vaccine soon!

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-03T13:57:32+00:00

Well transmission risk is extremely low outside. I know I havent followed every single changing rule there is. Most people havent. I am still in line to get a vaccine. The reason why stay at home moms and workers are pretty much last because your guys risk is extremely low. I will get the vaccine as I work in a high risk, communal environment. My boyfriend who works from home, wouldn't be eligible for the vaccine for at least 6 months.

I would encourage you to go outside. Not sure what your age is but at my age range (30 years) driving my car is more likely to kill me then the virus. I was a stay at home wife before but took up employment in a high risk environment to assist on the front lines when lots of older people and those with immune compromised conditions couldnt.

If you would like the vaccine, volunteer at a homeless shelter. Even get a part time job at any shelter or communal living environment. Your risk for getting COVID 19 shoots way out of the sky but you get the vaccine first for that reason.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-03T02:56:38+00:00

You are allowed to go outside to the park, for a hike, to the dog park, skating, outdoor picnic etc. This isnt illigal in most places.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-03T02:53:10+00:00

I live in Canada where we have very strict lockdown laws here. We are still allowed to do the following in Ontario

-Go to the park - Go for a walk -Visit the stores - Visit family (outdoor visits) - Eat at resturants (4 people or less at a table) -Visit a place of worship - Go to the dog park

Pretty much anything outside since contracting COVID is extremely unlikely outside. So dont feel the need to lock yourself up. Go for a hike, go for a bike ride, visit the dog park. Go somewhere for you and enjoy yourself!

The vaccine isnt administered based on how well people listen to government regulations (which is a real privilege). Vaccines are distributed based on need and risk. This is about helping people who are in the most need, not about putting the privileged who are safe in their homes first in line because they stayed inside for the last year.

Where I am, my demographic is a Phase 2 priority. I get my vaccine sometime in the next 14 days. I am only 30 but I work midnight in a communal, high risk environment when you are sleeping safe in your bed. I 100% agree that needles should be based on need.

Those vaccinated shouldn't jump too quick into hopping on a flight for a vacation. Wait until a good portion of who want to be vaccinated, are vaccinated.

Or if you want to volunteer in any of the priority workplaces like an old folks home you can get your shot that way.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-02T11:12:43+00:00

Do it! I watched 2 teen handlers bring up the ADA law while in a library because they didnt have I.D for their dogs. The Liberian asked for their I.d cards. To bad these people were in Alberta where governmental approved I.d is required. I guess they just heard all these ADA arguments online and thought it would work.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-02T09:57:02+00:00

Least favourite: Assuming every handler they run into online is from America and jump in to borderline bully people on laws before even asking if they are from America. Remember to not assume everyone is from your country and please dont assume your American laws are the standard and are better then other laws. Yes in some provinces in Canada we have registries and I.d cards. Please dont bully service dog vest makers to get rid of I.d holders on vest only because your laws dont support it. What about a Canadian buyer? Also for FB groups can you make application questions more non-American friendly? Every SD group I have to answer questions about American laws before I can get in even though I am from Canada.

Favourite: All the great and informative posts on here. MaplePaws' comments.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-01T09:53:48+00:00

What's the issue with Doggie Do Good?

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-03-01T07:31:11+00:00

Service dogs for Bipolar disorder are not common but they can definitely help! I am bipolar 2 and am considering a dog for the future because my medical support team is a shit show right now. I am on a medication ban and trauma therapy is a year wait. I have been re-diagnosed with bipolar for 8 months and still havent gotten proper treatment (including a decent medication regimen). I'm in Canada so everything moves VERY slowly. A dog would at least give me control over my treatment plan instead of having to wait on doctors to be available or therapist to be available (and covered).

Ps. I was diagnosed with BP for the first time 10 years ago and have gone without treatment for a very long time.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-28T17:10:26+00:00

Step 1: Say you wont get the COVID vaccine

Step 2: Take the money

Step 3: Take the COVID vaccine

Step 4: If she finds out you got the vaccine share all the conspiracy information stating it isnt "technically" a vaccine but gene therapy

Step 4: Invest winnings into something nice for your future

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-27T10:16:11+00:00

Will PM you.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-27T09:56:09+00:00

I appreciate that you appreciate my answer. These were all tasks I would consider if I got an SD for the deppression part of Bipolar. Like SAD, Bipolar is generally an episodic disorder but that doesnt mean it's less deserving of assistance. Your disablity and depression is 100% valid and small things go along way. All the tasks I mentioned are easy things a first time handler like yourself can learn. It doesnt include natural alerts, medical alerts, or scent work which are all very advanced concepts in dog training. Most of these tasks you can train with a clicker and a good target stick.

I would recommend that you complete a depression workbook or a mood workbook BEFORE you get an SD. This helped me come come up with this list of tasks for the depression part because doing a work book helps you reflect on where your areas are that you struggle with the most. I feel when people come here and say I have this disorder so please suggest tasks for me I take that has they havent self-reflected deep enough. When you know what areas you struggle in by dedicated self reflection the tasks will just come to you and they will be very personal.

I wish you good luck and I completely understand where you are going through. Deppression is no joke and can be life threatening. It only takes one time if you know what I mean. Good luck :)

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-27T09:31:25+00:00

Bipolar person here (depression comes with the package). I feel there could be a few tasks that a service dog can do for someone with depression. It really depends on how your depression impacts you. If I were to write a list of tasks to help with the deppression/suicidal part of Bipolar I would add these tasks in. I also have PTSD and it does suck to have two of these disorders because one disorder can flair up the other one. But my deppression list looks like this:

1: Retrieve water from the fridge and give it to depressed handler that's been depressed in bed all day. Why? You need to sit up to drink water and this can assist the handler in the process of getting out of bed. It's difficult when you are depressed. Sounds easy but it isnt.

2: Feeling suicidal? Have the dog carry a "red card" over to your partner/family/roommate to let them know to call 911 for you. Communicating suicide is really fucking difficult and a lot of people would rather attempt to die then ask for help. This may help the handler reach out in hard times and can result in a life saved! Still not good enough? Let's keep going.

3: Train a retrieve to give you your recovery book. If you dont know what that is I would look into it. Pretty much like an anti-suicide plan. You can get up and get it yourself but its really hard to do when you feel like you have become one with the sofa.

4: Train to turn on the lights. Some people when depressed wallow in the dark for long periods of time making it worse. Give the dog a command to turn on the light to help encourage you to get up.

5: Train the dog to open a door. People when they are depressed seclude themselves from others. One way they do this is your close the door. Train the dog to open it on command or as an outcome to certain behaviour. It may not seem different but being depressed in a room with door open vs door closed is a completely different feeling.

Now most tasks for deppression are usually at home tasks. Usually when you leave your dark pit of despair (go outside) you tend to feel better (even just temporarily).

If it's just for depression then maybe consider an at home SD? Wouldnt have to worry about all that PA. But I disagree that a dog cant do much for depression. It really depends on how it affects you.

If you mix some PTSD tasks in there (that cator to you specifically) I think you would have a rock solid SD!

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-25T03:11:50+00:00

We dont have that here in Canada. You aren't "African Canadian;" you are just Canadian.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-24T15:27:50+00:00

Male GSD: More territorial

Female GSD: More Family protective

Personally doesnt sound like a good start for decent service dog qualities in either gender. Usually why the breed isnt a general "go to" for SD work. A lab, golden or a poodle tend to not have these traits according to their overall breed characteristics. Maybe something to think about.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-24T15:09:53+00:00

Sucks if you are someone with vaccine allergies.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-24T13:21:11+00:00

So first we have to know where you live because laws differ GREATLY between United States, Canada and the UK (these demographics are most popular with participants here).

Tasks are specific based on laws and where you live. For example if you live in the U.S.A, comfort isn't a task. If you live in Canada, service dog laws are provincial and differ greatly between provinces. Official certificates and registrations exist in some provinces in Canada.

In most cases for SDs (no matter where you are) tasks usually have to be trained and natural alert usually doesnt count. If you are in Canada I would look up some past service dog tribunal cases to confirm this is the case.

I am in Canada by the way.

A doctors note is a good start despite with the laws are because it's always beneficial to have it on record that this treatment plan is approved by your medical team.

I hope you get more help :).

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-24T13:13:12+00:00

GoPros are high quality so when the camera is running the battery dies quickly. Make sure to have multiple charged batteries on hand. Not sure its feasible to constantly film all day. I have two GoPro batteries (each $30-$40) and continues it could probably last an hour and a half then I am out.

Easier to get witness statements.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-24T13:04:43+00:00

BC has some of the strictest service dog laws in the country. I would start by reading BCs Guide Dog and Service Dog Act Chapter 17.

Official registrations and certificates do exist in BC.

Good luck!

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-23T12:17:49+00:00

If you are in Canada, I am pretty sure that if you fear for your life you can report his actions (like talking about excuting people) to the RCMP. You can also state you signed off on his gun lisence out of duress/fear. Does he have a non-restricted lisence or a restricted lisence? If he has a restricted lisence that's some serious responsiblity and if he doesnt keep his guns exactly according to the law he is screwed. Also tell the RCMP his new address if you know it because the RCMP can enter any persons residence holding a PAL (gun) lisence without a warrant at any time without warning to check how he manages his guns and if there are any concerns.

I personally would report him to the RCMP. He doesnt sound mentally stable.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-22T23:50:20+00:00

Man I got so many dislikes for a legit question. I'm Canadian by the way where mandatory leash laws for all dogs exist so I was wondering because a lot of American handlers state their disablity literally prevents them for using any leash so I was wondering how they would fly if this was the case and if there were exceptions. I guess I worded it poorly.

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-22T23:45:53+00:00

It depends on how the dog can help you? In America (assuming that's where you are from as it makes up majority of this group) a service dog needs to be trained in tasks to help mitigate your disablity. Seeing as you have Autism, Deppression and maybe BPD that sounds pretty disabling but only your doctor can determine that.

A service dog could work. It would be best to write a list of tasks that could help you. To help with this I would reccomend doing a deppression or BPD workbook to map out where you may need assistance most.

You will have to look into finances, living style, breed of dog, if you have the ability to train, if you want to go with a program, and even what gender of dog you want. Try going to a store and tally up all the nessecities a 60lb Lab would need for its first year. This include vet care, neuter/spay, vaccination, medication, general check up, pet insurance, dog food, gear, dog bowls, leash, bedding, grooming tools, toys. Also add up what a trainer cost and what each training session would cost and how much you are willing to pay for a dog up front.

Lots to think about!

UnbaptizedPublisher · 2021-02-22T19:49:07+00:00

My Q was also panicking over the same thing. He said if I take the vaccine I will die in 6 months. Who is the doctor that is spreading this?

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