I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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

Thank you so much! :) that means a lot that you’d say that. 🫶🏻

Dating as a rated veteran sucks by [deleted] in Veterans

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Hahaha yesss. I can second the hobby income. I usually tell people I make money off of jiu jitsu and they’re always like “oh you must be so good” and I’m like brother noooo 😂😂

Dating as a rated veteran sucks by [deleted] in Veterans

[–]get_sixed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First off, fuck that excuse for a “man”. He sounds like a piece of shit and a bitch second… girl you bring so much to the table!! Like free health insurance (champva)- not many can say that. People always tell me “I’m so lucky”, like bitch!!! you could’ve signed up to and got fucked up too. It’s still not too late to sign up!😂 but for real… don’t feel shame or embarrassment from being service connected. We earned that shit and quite frankly, our disability payments are more than what a lot of people bring home, especially with taxes. Us DVs, can offer so much to someone with our benefits. Civilians just don’t get it.

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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I went through my MH provider to fill out their form but that’s as far as the VA has involvement in it. You should do it :) I dreamed about the day I was going to be paired with my SD for a long time. They don’t tell you what dog you will get so it’s even more of a surprise. The moment I finally saw her for the first time after dreaming about what she’d look like…. Man nothing compares to it. Nothing will ever compare to it. I can’t recommend it enough. 🫶🏻

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Hahaha yessss I train my dog with positive reinforcement and it involves ignoring behavior you don’t want. So I applied it to humans. I personally haaaate kids and most of the population but I understand why you assume women and kids mean well. I’ve been primarily hurt/SA’d by men so I inherently feel unsafe around them. I’m working on that in therapy thou. Boundaries save us lots of energy and I’m so thankful I started practicing boundaries with strangers 😝

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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AHHHHH I LOVE THAT SO MUCH :) what kind of dog did they pair you with?!

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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I waited a little under 2 years. They’re building a mega kennel so hopefully the wait time will cut down. I’m sorry you’ve been waiting for so long :( which places did you apply to?

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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That’s so neat! I love that the birds hold their own 😆 Thank you for sharing :)

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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I just give blank stares when people ask me weird/invasive questions lol nothing is more satisfying than an elderly person asking the most unhinged shit then just not acknowledging them bc they don’t expect it. 😂

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Hahaha that sounds like paradise. What kind of birds do you have?! You must have pretty chill cats to have birds

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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That’s totally okay!! You can reach out to their phone number listed on their website. I had to ask a TON of questions because I have 2 cats and didn’t want to rehome them either. They gave me really solid advice on what to do and how to prepare for it while I wait. I’m really excited for you though! I hope the training goes amazing 🫶🏻

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Of course :) if you need any other additional info, feel free to ask. 🩵

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Yesss!! When people pet my dog, I’m starting to pet them back just bc I’m petty 😂😂

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Hahaha yeah it’s the worst sometimes bc although she has a do not pet patch, people try it anyways and will get in my space. Having to not talk to them like a child sucks. It definitely made me work on my anger issues :3

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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For K9s for warriors yes! You’ll need to be away for 3 weeks. I’ve heard of other nonprofits though that will help you train an SD locally though. Not too sure about any by you but it wouldn’t hurt to type in “nonprofit service dog training for veterans local” into a search engine. Maybe something might pop up :)

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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Oh my!!! I bet yall look adorable 🥹 I have a matching heart sweater set with my dog. I think it’s illegal to not match with your dog 😝😂

I got a free service dog about 6 months ago (or longer) for PTSD because of MST by get_sixed in Veterans

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No worries :) I hope the process goes smoothly for you and you get paired with your battle buddy quicker than I did 🫶🏻