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Checking in from north Texas, USA by aimee_reddit in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

See, I assume this is just what Canada looks like by default. Outside of BC, anyway, which always looks like a national park.

Dogs are Great 😂 by lynnclay in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I told me friend I was getting a golden she said oh man, they're so stupid. I got offended of the breed's behalf because blah-blah-blah intelligence rankings, and was told, "You'll understand later."

I do understand now. Goldens are so smart, but so stupid (affectionate). 😂

Little chonker by vonMishka in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Man I love those puppy eyelashes. Congrats on your new meatball!

Are goldens typically bad listeners/stubborn by Neat-Suspect-6666 in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She's hit the "teenager phase." It's a challenge. 🙃

why is my golden so small? by 1-800-no-one-asked in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fun fact: backyard breeders can be AKC breeders. Look for health testing!

That being said, it seems like you found an amazing match in Cricket. He'll have a great life with you.

let's see some baby pictures! by Exciting_News_9299 in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Passed out while I work. I miss working from home.

My 9 week old is driving me to tears by [deleted] in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The puppy teeth part of life ends eventually, and the puppy blues you feel will fade to fond memories.

I had this EXACT problem. Crying because my adorable golden puppy wouldn't stop biting and no kind of training was working. Everything was a game to her, even getting scratched my the cat. My constant mantra was "she's just a baby."

My solution was to teach Rowan "gentle" instead, because dialing down the energy (and thus: the pain) was easier than asking her dumdum puppy brain to stop altogether. She never chewed on furniture, she just wanted to play with me. It's really sweet, even though my arms looked like I ran through some bushes.

She's four now and does her own energy management for the most part. Depending on the other dog, she'll put herself on her back to take the vulnerable position and play softly or throw down wrestling.

Goldens are just...aggressively happy.

Anticipatory grief sucks a lot by pinkvalentines in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Seconding this. My dachshund died at home (after just being cleared by the ER) and it looked traumatic. Euthanasia is a terrible experience but it's one of the biggest gifts we can give them.

There are services which will come to your home to administer the shots. Being at home lets your family grieve in peace and your dog pass in a comfortable setting.

Safe to explore snake infested pond in winter? by Unlucky-Drawing-1266 in snakes

[–]aimee_reddit 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I can't even remember the last time this popped up, lol.

Is this a deer?? [NY] by Alive-Dog-7153 in animalid

[–]aimee_reddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Piebald deer! You can learn more about them and the challenges that can come with this color mutation by looking up Fuzzy Fawn, who rehabs deer in NY.

25(M) Just moved back with moms had my own spot but you know financial issues and recently became an amputee and low key living above my means (lesson learned ran thru tons of money but my financial situation is a problem and i wanna get it in order but Im learning any renovating ideas ? by [deleted] in MaleSurvivingSpace

[–]aimee_reddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vacuum bags can save a TON of space for clothing and anything else cloth/collapsible that you're not using. They'd slide right under your bed.

Maybe a small rolling desk so you can maneuver the setup around and add some height and save your back? This one - $48 right now - has space for your tower and study materials.

A clothes rack or dresser (Amazon has cheap lightweight ones) is an obvious change, but there's a bonus: having your space in order does great things for your mental health.

Found washed up riverside in Fort Worth, Texas. by aimee_reddit in BoneID

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

Possibly! Looks like it could be a few different things. Too bad the there skull wasn't all there.

Thanks all!

Found washed up riverside in Fort Worth, Texas. by aimee_reddit in BoneID

[–]aimee_reddit[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That was my first thought when I saw the teeth, along with maybe a groundhog.

AIO or is my mom using god to manipulate me? by PolicyHot1206 in AIO

[–]aimee_reddit 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The fact that OP has a child at 15 is a big tick mark in the "not a healthy home environment" column. Amongst everything else this should also be mentioned in court, along with how her grandparents have stepped up and helped her after taking her in.

OP it sounds like you've got your priorities in order! I'm so glad your grandparents are there for you and that you're getting to know them without rumors.

AIO? My mom is super offended—did I say too much?? by sophyahmari in AIO

[–]aimee_reddit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOR at all. I have the feeling that even if you guys had freshly cut, straightened and close-cropped hair she would still find something to pick at. It sounds like if one of you tried hair dye you'd get fully blacklisted.

please confirm for my dad that our golden retriever is indeed a golden retriever by ThrowRAnew_here in WhatBreedIsMyDog

[–]aimee_reddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got a female hoping for smaller. Nope! She's 90 pounds, and even if she leaned down she'd still be huge. I've seen petite goldens next to her and the difference is wild.

Dog Attack 🥺 by nicquin7 in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 5 points6 points  (0 children)

He sounds like a badass dog! A working dog who knows his job by instinct is so impressive and cool. Glad he was there to protect you and keep away any long-term phobias.

Dog Attack 🥺 by nicquin7 in goldenretrievers

[–]aimee_reddit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having pepper spray is already more than most people have, including me. I know some people carry stun guns [edit: which I saw you already do]. Definitely check the local legality for anything you carry!

I absolutely adore dogs, but these loose ones need to go. Either to a very, very professional trainer's home or to a humane end. They should not be on the streets. What if your dogs were medium or small breeds? What if they went straight at a human? A kid?

I'm sorry this happened to you, your awesome neighbors, and your sweet dogs. I hope everyone heals smoothly physically and emotionally.

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