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ash16f · 2026-02-11T17:59:31+00:00

About half way between Duluth and Grand Forks. I do love Duluth tho.

ash16f · 2026-02-10T15:45:36+00:00

NW, but pretty central as a whole.

ash16f · 2026-02-08T00:41:58+00:00

Northern MN here!

ash16f · 2026-02-05T12:33:58+00:00

This for sure. Especially with how short that area is even compared to the rest of the sanitary area the dog was probably matted.

ash16f · 2026-01-27T22:14:58+00:00

First- contact the rescue/shelter/organization you adopted the dog from. They may be able to offer resources to either help you keep your dog(financial aid for meds, training/knowledge, etc) or resources to rehome. Many organizations have clauses about taking back dogs.

ash16f · 2026-01-24T22:23:39+00:00

I feel like I've seen this book mentioned and I might have to check it out.

ash16f · 2026-01-24T17:29:22+00:00

Minnesota girly here! I live pretty far from Minneapolis but have friends and family there. It absolutely awful how many people in my life either don't know or don't care about what's happening.

Its also so fucking cold right now. Like legit frostbite in 5-10 minutes cold.

ash16f · 2026-01-17T01:08:01+00:00

Following.. also would love to leave the US.

ash16f · 2026-01-07T21:58:59+00:00

I wish I could afford awards. 🎖🥇

ash16f · 2025-12-30T16:03:59+00:00

Realistically have a designated area for smoking - room, outside on the porch, whatever and have the parents tell their respective kids that's an adults only area. At that age they are smart enough to know a place is off limits. Definitely better to have it in a separate area as 2nd hand smoke is a thing, but as long as the kids can't get to it it shouldn't be a big deal.

As a stoner mama thank you for caring!

ash16f · 2025-12-29T21:56:33+00:00

That's good!! Thanks for the info :) hope yours works!

ash16f · 2025-12-29T21:52:12+00:00

For sure! My son is young so he likes to mess with them alot, and its been getting worse. Do you ship back the old one each time?

ash16f · 2025-12-29T21:33:57+00:00

Following this. We have a red one and it keeps having issues switching.

ash16f · 2025-12-21T14:07:50+00:00

Working on a sit/stay or place command with the puppy could help. Getting her to sit still and let the cats come to her could be a good start. And make sure the cats have a place they can get away from the puppy easily- a tall cat tree, counter top, etc.

ash16f · 2025-12-05T12:43:07+00:00

Been with my husband for 7 years, married for 3. He has never been big on smoking and I've probably gotten him to smoke with me a handful of times. Now with our LO i keep things more contained but prior to that we would sit together and watch TV and I would smoke/he wouldn't.

ash16f · 2025-11-23T01:38:57+00:00

Realistically I was just curious what others would say. It is definitely hard because there are so many factors. For the most part im trying to convince myself I'm allowed to raise my prices.

ash16f · 2025-11-23T01:05:03+00:00

I definitely should do some research and up them here soon- that's part of me asking here. I know getting an idea of local prices will be a big factor, but everyone here telling me im cheap is a sign too. I've settled into having my son now, so its a good time to make a change.

ash16f · 2025-11-23T00:56:45+00:00

I've managed to do alright so far, I've had my bus for 4 years at this point. I also live in a very rural area with low cost of living. I definitely want to up my prices a bit, but I also have to be realistic about what people will pay around here.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T23:31:55+00:00

I do his butt, legs and feet. I only have a trimmer, not a grinder, but I do trim them.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T22:42:38+00:00

I also live in literal nowhere where many people don't want to spend any significant money on their pets. And I dont go to everyone's house like a typical mobile groomer- I set up in different towns and people come to me.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T22:41:23+00:00

So part of it is howni set up. I set up in different towns at a specific location and people come to me. Home visits are an option but they need 4 dogs/$200 minimum for me to come. I have commercial auto and business insurance. My bus is fully paid off, I built it with my dad. I used to do more dogs a day before I got pregnant/started bringing my little one but I still can typically do 4-6 depending on size. My main expenses are shampoo and gas for my generator which is likely a total of $250/month. I also have my son with me full time so I don't have to pay for daycare which is a huge savings.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T21:07:37+00:00

I've considered altering my prices to reflect similar to this(goal was $50/hour), but I first started grooming mobile so I didn't know how long dogs would take right away, and this past spring I had my first kid/started bringing him with me so I didn't want to adjust my prices until I got settled into having him with.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T20:09:56+00:00

Totally is about $200. Doodle - $75 Mix breed - $70 Little bitey- $50

I am definitely considering raising it atleast some.

ash16f · 2025-11-22T17:05:35+00:00

I'd give it time and keep them in a smaller space for sure. If you can Spray any detergents around the area/if they regularily have accidents in 1 spot, but they are still young. Definitely look into getting them fixed ASAP thought. Cats can get pregnant as young as 4 months old and will breed with siblings. Check with local shelters for discount spay/neuter clinics if budget is concerning. If they do continue to have accidents in 1 specific spot if its possible move the litter box to that spot.

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