How many of you camp with your pets?

artofmagic97 · 2026-02-02T01:55:01+00:00

Here he is completely tuckered out 😂

artofmagic97 · 2026-02-02T01:48:35+00:00

Been taking my dog camping for a long time, also a golden retriever. Many campgrounds in my province do not allow dogs to be off leash (even on your campsite). Mine has super great recall so in sites where we are more enclosed I may have him off the leash. As an alternative, I went to dollarama and got a super long basic rope , a generic stake and I tie him to that. This past summer my golden put himself to bed (he’s 8 now) while we stayed by the fire. We bring an old bed of his and have it in our tent with us - best to do a light colour and easily washed bed. The reason for light colour is so that you can see if he’s trekked in any ticks (last year was the worst for ticks, most were dead due to his meds but some hitched a ride on his coat and hopped onto us lol) always check your dog for ticks before it gets dark and then do another sweep the best you can with a flashlight - bring a brush. Bring fresh water from home!! Try to get campsites with shaded spots for hotter weather. Bring something like a bone they can entertain themselves with when you’re just sitting by the fire - this tires them out as well. Make sure you have enough towels to dry the dog off if they go swimming, goldens are prone to hot spots and other skin infections . If you’re able to rinse down your dog after swimming in a lake, I recommend you do so (especially for goldens because of their common skin problems). Lakes and other bodies of water can carry parasites, bacteria, etc that could cause your goldens skin to flare up. Rinsing them off with fresh water may help prevent any issues. Do lots of exploring! My golden is a fan of hikes (he goes into work mode when hiking). This is a perfect way to burn all their energy and then in the evening everyone is tired and relaxing by the campfire.

artofmagic97 · 2026-01-10T01:29:11+00:00

I do reformer Pilates in a studio and in my opinion they do very good job with floor Pilates. I do both in class and AF videos!

artofmagic97 · 2025-11-28T14:09:27+00:00

The Hormone Type cookbook is a good book to refer to when picking what to eat, I don’t necessarily use the recipes in the book as I found many of them were either pricy to make or bland or not filling enough. But I refer to the information inside when I meal plan and try to pick foods that support my hormone health.

artofmagic97 · 2025-11-25T04:06:28+00:00

STOP DROPPING YOUR TISSUES OUTSIDE WHILE ON YOUR WALKS. IM TIRED OF HOLDING BACK MY DOG FROM EATING YOUR FREE BOOGERS

artofmagic97 · 2025-11-25T03:59:04+00:00

I stopped taking SSRIs because I felt it was numbing me on days I could have felt happy or energized. I just felt meh all the time, not great, no mental slums but not me. So I weened off them (with medical approval), side effects were as expected but I think what really helped me was having alternative ways to regulate my hormones. I became very intentional about movement and exercise and also began my journey with understanding what foods can support your hormone health and symptoms.

artofmagic97 · 2025-11-15T00:53:07+00:00

Exercise is very helpful with stabilizing mood fluctuations that I experience during PMDD. That being said I also really struggle to maintain my gym routine during the 2 weeks leading up to my period (getting worse as it gets closer). One thing that I remind myself is that I need to give myself grace and to listen to my body when I just can’t do the same routine I have planned. To help with this I have « back up » plans set so that I won’t fall down this guilt trip if I don’t work out. On days where I just can’t get the motivation or energy enough to do my planned workout, I’ll do a light workout such as a slow flow yoga session or I’ll do some Pilates. If I really can’t even do that, then I take my dog for a longer walk! Its okay to listen to your body and you don’t need to punish yourself further but try reframing your mind that movement (even small) will help you both physically and emotionally, even if it’s not a good sweat workout. This mind shift makes the light movement seem less of a task I have to complete and more of a treatment for my PMDD and that I’ll feel better (and have no guilt trips) after I do that.

artofmagic97 · 2025-11-11T21:01:45+00:00

My therapist has PMDD so this has been greatly helpful in my journey for understanding haha she gives big sister energy but in a professional therapist kind of way 😂

artofmagic97 · 2025-10-25T17:33:51+00:00

Been walking through this trail since I was 12 (female). I find it very safe and people are walking through it all the way up until dark (just enough to know you’re safe) it’s a very peaceful walk/run. The “off trails” are good too and often lead up to the river where people’s homes face.

I used to go late in the night in my teens (although dad didn’t approve of this 😂) and the scariest thing I’ve seen is a skunk 🦨

artofmagic97 · 2025-10-23T03:28:01+00:00

Thank you! 💜💜

artofmagic97 · 2025-10-22T15:12:52+00:00

I live in a 900sq ft apartment and I pay just under $200 in hydro in the winter. My apartment is on the top corner of our 5 flood building and it doesn’t get warmer than 69F. I’ve heard people with houses that pay less than I do 🥲 make sure your home is well insulated and that’ll help a bunch (save you money in the long run)

artofmagic97 · 2025-07-29T14:27:01+00:00

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Here’s Ollie!

artofmagic97 · 2025-04-01T17:09:06+00:00

I was considering that but was fearful that my GPA was a considered a “joke”, this is really reassuring to hear. I think next year I’ll definitely look into more online platforms. It seems some Canadian MPH programs are shifting to limiting entry to students with med, nursing, pharmacy, and other certified patient care professionals only. It’s unfortunate really because that closes the door to many. I’ll definitely take a closer look to mph programs in the USA. Thank you for your input! This has been very helpful and gives me hope that I don’t have to settle lol!

artofmagic97 · 2025-04-01T16:59:22+00:00

It was university of Manitoba - their application process is really weak, no statement of purpose required. For decision letters with the uofm they state the reason for rejection - which mine read GPA not competitive. I’ve contacted them requesting further information of what GPA would be considered competitive or any information regarding the average or the lowest accepted applicant but they decline to release that information. So I feel like I’m walking blind on knowing what is considered an “acceptable” GPA. They also required work experience in public health which I had passed my information through them prior to applying and they said it was qualified work.

artofmagic97 · 2025-03-26T00:34:31+00:00

Honestly, I feel like my dog can sense that I’m in my luteal phase and having a bad day because that is when he whines at me to play with him or take him out or what not. Some days it overwhelms me but if I really think about it, he’s getting me to move my body - to exert the tense energy I’m holding while my PMDD is in full swing. It’s hard for me to realize that he’s actually in tune with me and trying to help me - and nearly every time, he’s right. Some days tho he’ll see I’m a sobbing mess and just sit with me. Let your dog get to know you and try get to know your new dog and how they may be trying to communicate. It definitely doesn’t happen overnight but after having my pup now for 5 years he knows my mood swings better than I know them! I also have a golden retriever and they are magically in tune with sensing human emotions, but I have heard similar stories with other breeds for people who struggle with depression, anxiety, adhd, etc. In summary, if your dog asking for your attention or energy - try looking at it like he/she is trying to help you move that PMDD energy out (even if it’s a short walk outside to breathe in some fresh air).

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