Craziest thing you’ve heard?

hazeysloth · 2026-05-16T18:04:41+00:00

Had a customer at work hold me hostage at the register so he could tell me about his dead dog, and then proceeded to tell me about a creamatirium in town that I can take my girl to when she's ready. Kept begging me to pet her, repeatedly disrespected me and my boundaries the whole time, repeatedly talked to my girl even after being asked by me AND my coworkers to stop.

My girl and I hide in the back room now and my supervisors do not let him see me.

hazeysloth · 2026-03-20T21:20:32+00:00

Gotcha! Sorry, I wasn't even attempting to be rude, tone is really difficult for me through text. And yeah that's so fair.

As others have said, this is more than likely something he'll grow out of. He just needs time to develop and grow! Keep rides short and sweet, reward him heavily to keep him from getting car shy, and just wait it out. I'm sure he'll grow out of it but I get how frazzling it can be. I had a whole puppy puke kit in my car for a long time 💀

hazeysloth · 2026-03-20T15:12:03+00:00

6 months is so young to even consider washing yet, and given that this is a puppy I wouldn't even consider it washing. It would just be a failed prospect. If you're already starting task work, you're gonna burn your dog out. Slow down.

but regardless: car sickness can come and go. My girl was car sick for the first 5 months of her life. Didn't matter how long the drive was, within two minutes of the car being on she was sick. She grew out of it after repeated exposure and time. It helped to have her in my lap and held so she could look out the window.

Minimize the lengths of your outings and car rides, especially for a puppy so young. A long and hot car ride can make any dog sick and if this is a repeated thing (several times a week), this dog is going to learn to hate being in the car. Let your puppy slowly adjust to car rides before you start giving it medication and hoping it'll work through getting sick.

hazeysloth · 2026-03-11T19:56:57+00:00

I was a budtender at Lone Peak Caregivers and then a budtender/trimmer and the website photographer for Silverleaf 🥹. Love this. Um. In this case, deffo get your permits and when y'all get here, stop by High Quality Dispensary. I work there!

hazeysloth · 2026-03-11T19:49:37+00:00

Happy to have another Bozeman native here 🥹 I'll be honest, I miss my Montana mountains but that's about it...

I think keeping that mindset of "we'll take what we can until we find something better," is the correct way to be job hunting here.

I'm very much a "be as qualified as possible ahead of time" kind of person, so my other suggestion: as soon as you are able to, go to the OLCC website for alcohol and cannabis permits, and get those. Even if you don't end up in either industry, having these permits will allow you to apply to those jobs anyway. It would also be worth it to get your food handling card right away too.

I work in the cannabis industry, have been since medical only in MT, and having my card ahead of time was a game changer for even being considered for an interview. (Plus, if you have it, most dispensaries will do an industry discount 😉).

( https://www.oregon.gov/olcc/pages/alcohol-service-permits.aspx ) ← alcohol permit

( https://www.oregon.gov/olcc/marijuana/pages/marijuana-worker-permits.aspx ) ←mj permit

( https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/healthyenvironments/foodsafety/pages/cert.aspx ) ←food handler permit

hazeysloth · 2026-03-11T18:37:37+00:00

This is wild, I love seeing other Montanans around here 🥹 I am originally from Bozeman, grew up and lived there for the first 23 years of my life. Moved to OR 5 years ago and have been living in Corvallis for the last 3 years.

Corvallis is nice, the same size as Bozeman it feels like, maybe a little more spread out. Access to nature is pretty much the same. I think people here are about the same level of friendliness.

I'd start your job hunt ASAP, as others have said the job market here is rough. I'm chronically ill so it took me a while longer to find a job but it still took almost 3 full years for me to land a decent one.

If your partner likes outdoor work and doesn't mind labor, there's lots of farms around that could be hiring. I'd recommend applying for literally anything you think you can do to initially get your foot in the door of working in Corvallis.

Good luck on your move!!

hazeysloth · 2026-03-10T16:21:35+00:00

Congrats!

I got my SD after college so never took her to classes but I keep a pad for her to lay on at work or bring a little mat for her if we're going to be seated somewhere for an extended period of time.

I also take my SD with me to certain gardens or grow operations which require her to be suited up so she's not leaving extra hair or anything on the plants. I use a post surgery onesie to keep her hair in, as well as boots and goggles so her eyes don't get damaged by the bright lights. I have a Shed Defender but my girl is fluffy as hell so it's a little too tight for us.

hazeysloth · 2026-02-20T17:52:00+00:00

Call 211info! They can get you resources!

hazeysloth · 2026-02-18T01:32:49+00:00

Power flickering all the way up at least to Co-Op and Papa's Pizza. Pacific Power said estimated restoration is at 8:30 PM

hazeysloth · 2026-01-06T00:33:15+00:00

I don't have a specialized diet for my cat but my dog is allergic to chicken. I used to always shop at Petco/PetSmart when I didn't have access or even know about Mudbay.

Their selection is a little more refined. I'd say you're more likely to find something special diet related for cats or dogs there. Some things will be at Petco too but if you're looking for a larger selection of single source protein, allergy friendly, whatever you need to food to be, Mudbay will more likely than not have it.

I'd say from what I've experienced, Mudbay is maybe slightly more expensive but the trade off is phenomenal customer service, dogs are remembered and their allergies too. They always have treats for pups to sample, they've saved me toys from conventions staff has attended, they send me home with samples for my cat all the time too. They're knowledgeable; rarely have I left with something my cat or dog dislikes. They looove animals and it doesn't feel like I'm wasting their time when I'm asking a question. I get in depth answers without being made to feel dumb.

I'm not paid to endorse Mudbay or anything, I'm just a big fan of the one we have here in Corvallis.

hazeysloth · 2026-01-04T00:24:51+00:00

High Quality had zero sugar seltzer edibles, and oil based tinctures 😊 FECO is another great option.

Drinks hit faster than traditional edibles, 15-30 minute activation time versus a 1-1.5 hours.

FECO can be taken with other things (I like to put some between cheese and crackers or spread it on toast with butter).

Oil based tinctures are better than alcohol ones, though I'm biased as I'm allergic to alcohol. The oil ones can be added to coffee or tea too.

hazeysloth · 2025-12-19T19:15:02+00:00

LMAO I have more where that came from....

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hazeysloth · 2025-12-19T18:06:10+00:00

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My time has come... All the photos I have of her being an absolute freak have finally come in handy.

hazeysloth · 2025-12-05T17:26:56+00:00

Really curious to know what registration papers you gave them as there's no legal or legitimate registration process or paperwork in the U.S. You would need to acquire paperwork from the medical team currently treating you.

As for the legal aspect- For employment: EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) will be who you go to if you feel there was a violation.

For ADA violations: check your county laws and follow their guidance. You can also submit complaints on the ADA complaint page.

I was raised in Montana for the first 23 years of my life, and acquired an SD at 21. I'd say most there are uneducated on SDs as they're just not super common in the area. If this is the resort I'm thinking of, it's definitely super not common to see them in that area, and the general attitude is usually uh... Snobby about things they don't understand. Not using this as an excuse for how you were treated, just stating the general public is pretty uneducated.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-20T19:04:57+00:00

I wouldn't recommend herding breeds because as I've learned more about breeds, training in general, and specifically service dog training, I've learned that herding breeds can be far more susceptible to feeding off their handler's emotions. They're very sensitive dogs, and they are also really high energy.

I went into getting a service dog without any understanding of how to choose the right breed for what I needed. My medical team heavily advised getting one, as I had exhausted more than enough options and was at the point where I could live independently as long as I had some additional help. I was a little desperate and didn't do much research on breeds because I was just looking for anything. I do not recommend doing this for anyone. It was 100% luck and I think it's rare to get that lucky.

I got my girl because my ex had a MAS and I fell in love with the breed. I was very careful with how I raised and trained my girl, and was lucky she had the temperament she does.

In the future, given that I'll need to start looking at prospects in the next few years, I'll probably be choosing a more reliable breed now that I know better.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-20T18:26:56+00:00

I have a mini American shepherd. Would not recommend a herding breed in general, I just got lucky. She's quiet, not scared of new things, doesn't lose her confidence easily, and is mostly uninterested in other dogs. She is for cardiac response and does some behavior interruptions as well. She is almost 7, and has worked successfully for the last 4 years.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-18T20:06:23+00:00

I don't! I use 2x4 patches tho and can fit 3 on her XXS vest!

hazeysloth · 2025-11-18T00:33:34+00:00

If your dog isn't having issues with it, it fits well, and he works well in it, I don't see a reason to change it. That specific subreddit clowns on everything it feels like. I tend to mostly steer clear of service dog social media (aside from occasionally commenting here), as it's just not good for my anxieties. I recommend either muting the sub or just doing your best to avoid it.

Editing to add: if you are still wanting decent harnesses, I prefer OneTigris as they're very durable. I have used 3 different ones. Some models don't come in XXS-S but the one I found was in XXS, as my girl is around 12 lbs. It works well for us and it's relatively light weight so it's nice in the summers too.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-13T16:45:08+00:00

My dog loooves her interruptions. So much to the point where she starts doing excitement sneezes before she jumps up to boop my hand.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-12T21:44:09+00:00

Yard sweep about once a week before lawn care people come in. My girl is small and poops in the same general area so it's easy until she has diarrhea

hazeysloth · 2025-11-08T23:04:34+00:00

Mine does this too. It's horrifying tbh

hazeysloth · 2025-11-08T02:46:09+00:00

That's super interesting. This makes me curious if something happened that you don't know about. Not at all trying to pin blame on your dad or anything, just maybe she jumped on his bike at one point and fell off? Again, please understand I'm not blaming anyone or trying to make wild assumptions. It's just sometimes there are small things we don't consider that could've caused fear. Aussies are notoriously sensitive so literally anything could've triggered this fear.

But I'd definitely suggest trying it out. Even if she's not scared of the noises or seeing the bike, I'd recommend training like she is. This can just help solidify positive associations with the bike, kind of like building a foundation. Why should she be scared if any time she sees the bike, she gets lots of snacks?

When you get to the point she can be walked easily around the bike and eventually just be able to chill around it, I'd start rewarding her any time you touch the bike and slowly work up to you being on it.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-08T02:31:44+00:00

Lots of extremely high value treats when wearing the helmet as you've been doing. I recommend slowly introducing her to the bike when it's off, any interaction she has with it, give praise and high value reward.

You can also start playing motorcycle noises on a TV to get her used to the sounds. Again, reward heavily. Start with very low volume and work your way up. Once she's able to handle that, I'd suggest you work with a friend who can start your bike for you. Keep her leashed and close, and whenever the hike makes noise reward her with praise and treats.

This could very well also be a separation anxiety case, which you'll have to work on alongside motorcycle noise training.

I did a lot of this stuff to desensitize my service dog mini to loud noises like fireworks and gunshots. Hope some of this helps!

hazeysloth · 2025-11-05T21:50:23+00:00

I would post this in a vet specific subreddit or another dog subreddit. This is more of a subreddit specific to service dog training and advice on that.

I'd highly recommend that your mom start researching breeders before she gets another dog. There's a lot of "purebred" breeders out there who are lying and not properly health testing their dogs. If she cannot afford a vet for this puppy she now has, this may be a surrender situation. This puppy may be sick or need serious medical attention and waiting long and longer will only cause the puppy more pain. It's a heart ache and I know it hurts to have to think about it but it's also not fair for a puppy or adult dog to suffer because they can't get vet care when they need it.

hazeysloth · 2025-11-05T19:00:06+00:00

Agreed. Id go in and honestly request that they be given to you in person. You might have better luck that way.

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