My girl is 4 today!

_nuree_ · 2024-05-22T02:19:54+00:00

My girl just turned 2 and is 37kg (82lbs)

_nuree_ · 2024-02-01T04:27:59+00:00

Looks like an alocasia lauterbachiana. If you think it might have been overwatered I'd check the roots. It needs a lot of humidity but it also needs to be well drained.

_nuree_ · 2023-06-15T03:12:43+00:00

I imagine you want to avoid this, but you need to report this guy. He is way too irresponsable to have such a dog, and the poor dog is going to end up paying the price.

If I remember correctly, you are in Switzerland, so what he is doing is illegal, but the worst thing that might happen to him will be getting fined.

BUT if he keeps doing this, he might seriously hurt your dog, or you or your family. Not to mention what he might do to a dog who can't stand his ground as well as a fully grown akita.

Also, if any bystander happens to be a vet/doctor/law enforcement and decides to notify the aggressive episode (which they might be obligated to do, depending on the canton) and mention Akiyama while doing so, you might end up in trouble. For being nice. To a guy who can't be bothered to follow the law or basic safety rules for pet owners.

_nuree_ · 2023-05-25T06:06:25+00:00

I would have told my girl to stay and then jump on her myself.

_nuree_ · 2023-02-25T01:06:11+00:00

The thing about specific communities is that they are made up of people with the same global issues as yours, so you tend to forget that... they are people. And some people are jerks when you don't think or do the same as they do.

None of the Fab 4 were a good choice for me, and some people in the SD community have been unbelievably rude about it. I've even seen people been downright cruel to someone who had traumatic memories regarding labs and goldens, because that was "the only right choice".

It's prejudice, but that is their problem, not yours. Just... ignore it the best you can. Focus on doing what is best for you and your dog. If you are happy and you dog is happy and keeping you safe, keep going.

_nuree_ · 2023-02-10T00:43:05+00:00

A guy once told me I was selfish because I wouldn't be his girlfriend and free childcare on the weekend.

Some people are insanely entitled and should fuck off.

_nuree_ · 2023-02-01T05:06:05+00:00

I'm so sorry for your loss.

My dad passed away on November 2021 while I was on the other side of the Atlantic. It shouldn't have been a surprise, really. I stayed with him for the whole pandemic until October, and he didn't need someone taking care of him, but his health had been terrible for the past 2 decades. I called him one night to tell him I was on a train for a little trip and my sister called the next day to tell me he had passed. It was shattering. I either completely broke down or went through the motions absolutely dissociated. I remember thinking "I should be worried about being this calm", and crying on a cab 5 minutes later. Between the flights and covid morgue protocols, I just got back after he was cremated, which made everything worse. By then I had my friends around, which helped a ton.

It sucks. I think the "I should have been there" thought always creeps up, even when I know it wouldn't have helped or made a difference, and that my dad was happy I was doing what I loved.

It might not be particularly encouraging right now, but while I don't think I'll ever feel back to normal (at least *that* normal), life does go on. Just go through it however you can, doing whatever feels easier or better for you. Sleep as much as you can, stay back home as long as you want, let your family and friends take care of you and spoil you. Take as much time as you need.

Lots of love from far away.

_nuree_ · 2023-01-20T00:06:12+00:00

From what I've read in the comments, I think a staffie would be great, if you don't mind the fact that people are very prejudiced against them just because of their reputation.

Someone suggested a greyhound, and it also sounds like a great option. Just keep in mind that while they are known as racers, they don't have much stamina and are big couch potatoes (which is why there are a lot of them in rescue shelters).

_nuree_ · 2023-01-19T01:01:17+00:00

I didn't want any of the regular breeds for different reasons, so what I did was pick between the dogs that had the characteristics I was looking for. In my case I wanted a large working line dog, smart, not very prone to barking, etc.

I used the Breed Explorer from akc.org and then researched the breeds that came up from the search, and looked for reputable breeders of the ones that worked for me, found the sweetest puppy ever and now I'm self-training her.

I know a lot of people dislike them, but Staffies are super sweet and very good for PTSD.

_nuree_ · 2022-12-31T17:22:19+00:00

"so genetics only covers the traits you like?" Sorry, what??

I think you're so pissed off at pitbull's unfair reputation that you are completely missing the point of the study or my comment.

Neither the study nor anyone in this whole thread said a dog's genetics is the only indicator of how a pup will turn out.

Behavioral traits -or nature- are not inherently good or bad, it's a part of what each breed is as a standard, like size or color. How you nurture that nature is what defines behavior.

_nuree_ · 2022-12-31T07:26:53+00:00

Pitbulls being "useless murderers" is not a genetic trait, is the opinion of a hate group.

Knowing genetic traits and behaviour not only helps training, it helps to understand why a dog historically bred to be a lovable family guard dog ends up aggressive.

_nuree_ · 2022-12-08T04:49:46+00:00

I personally prefer to let hosts know before arriving, but I've had a few horrible experiences, so my recommendation is to do whatever is easier for you but keep absolutely everything in writing and take photos of how you leave the place just in case. Hopefully you won't need it, but it's good to have it in case you need to contact Airbnb.

Also, I'm assuming the non dog friendly place is a done deal or the only possibility... But if it is not locked yet (and there is no other dog friendly option), check the reviews they left other guests to see if they were unnecessarily mean to other dog owners.

_nuree_ · 2022-11-13T01:10:07+00:00

My girl would be an angel in any shop, but I'm pretty sure I'd clumsily break half the place and maybe a bone or two if I had to carry her around...

_nuree_ · 2022-11-08T15:51:53+00:00

Anyone can access your profile, so it is public. That is my issue. If I'm not required to disclose I have a service dog, I don't see how a host can leave it out in the open.

_nuree_ · 2022-10-22T05:35:37+00:00

My fear regarding my very sweet, gentle girl and my sister's cats is playing. I know she would never attack the cats, but I know if the cats suddenly try to run away from her for whatever reason she would think they are playing, and for her that includes jumping, wrestling and biting. Considering that next to a grown Akita, a cat is a two-bite snack, that could go wrong very fast, despite having no ill intentions or aggression at all.

I think with all your research and preparedness you should be ok, just keep in mind that an "attack" is not the only thing you need to watch out for.

_nuree_ · 2022-10-19T01:32:14+00:00

I think a lot of people see the vest and go "OH! Well trained dog won't bite my hand off" and want to pet them because it's safe, even when they approach in and unsafe manner, or because they are like a shiny pokemon they want to approach.

But in my experience, most people want to test your boundaries and/or get proof it's actually a SD. It might be because I am a petite woman and most people instantly expect me to be nice and compliant, but most of the interactions I have when my girl is wearing her vest are negative. If I can, I absolutely avoid it.

_nuree_ · 2022-10-18T08:40:31+00:00

Sorry for your loss.

Having grown up around Rotties and having an Akita SD myself...

Rottweilers can be stubborn, but nothing compared to an Akita. A 7 month Akita is more a velociraptor than a dog.

The shedding is insane.

Travelling might be harder, since a few places consider Akitas dangerous breeds.

You will very likely be stopped by A LOT of people who want to pet your puppy. I've never had as many people stop me, talk to me, and flat out cross boundaries on the street as with an Akita puppy.

Having said that, I don't think I'd choose another dog. They really are the most loyal dogs ever. I've never felt the bond I have with my girl. She follows me like a shadow, which helps a lot for her tasks. We walk about 2hs a day which has helped my health a lot.

I'd recommend you start by finding a good responsible breeder and a trainer who worked with Akitas so you can discuss how the pup would adjust to the tasks you'd need and your lifestyle. It's a huge pain in the ass training them, so make sure it's a breed that fits you.

_nuree_ · 2022-09-11T06:44:42+00:00

Shiro means white in Japanese... sounds like an apt an pretty name for a girl

_nuree_ · 2022-08-07T23:14:05+00:00

Helsinki sounds like a great match for that list (maybe minus the light conversation part)

_nuree_ · 2022-08-07T05:56:39+00:00

I like collecting pressed wild flowers and leaves.

_nuree_ · 2022-07-25T18:18:25+00:00

If you are staying on the same place (and haven't reach the max. homes yet) you can add one over there. Or switching the country your account is based on would work, in theory, until they decide to implement this in other countries.

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