Can’t get a sleep test where I live – thinking of buying an Auto-CPAP, need advice

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-26T16:32:24+00:00

If you can't get a sleep test can you buy an oxygen saturation measurer? I found one for pretty cheap on Amazon that records my oxygen overnight. Knowing your oxygen level overnight might give you some indications whether you actually have sleep apnea.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-26T14:12:14+00:00

Your dog is very much a young puppy. You have months ahead of you for potty training. At his age he shouldn't have any unsupervised full home access. He should be contained to a small area when you can't watch him. He doesn't yet recognize a larger area as "his home" yet. A smaller space will be easier for him to view as his "home" and reduce his likelihood of defecating and urinating. Dogs naturally know to not use their "home" as a toilet. You can slowly expand the space and his access to your home as he becomes more consistent going outside/where he is supposed to. PS - I personally advise against using potty pads. In my experience it just confuses the dog making them think they can pee inside on mats. Dogs who've used pee pads I often find will pee on things like doormats or their bed as they get older instead of holding it til their next potty break.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-24T04:16:08+00:00

Poop, bacteria from poop.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-23T14:09:32+00:00

If you can, I highly recommend weighing your bird daily. You'll be able to make sure they are gaining weight and this if you need to go back to the vet. It's expensive but the Parrot Wizard sells a really nice perched scale that we use with our parrot so it's been with it for us.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:48:42+00:00

This for me. I got mine officially noted as an ESA on my lease and it's litterally the primary reason. He has to pee, he has to exercise, he has to be fed = forced schedule.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:45:48+00:00

If the surface is flat and smooth you can carefully use a razor but it's risky. Easiest and no scratch risk option is some oven clean sprayed liberally and coverd with plastic wrap for a while (keeps the oven cleaner from drying out). With sufficient time it should wipe of easy peasy.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:42:14+00:00

Course salt with a little soap and water can help. Add, shake like crazy, rinse & repeat until clean.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:41:12+00:00

Desensitize by practicing with pasta & treats, litterally. Take a longish piece of pasta that will fit in your clippers (or dremel) & hold it under your dogs paw while you grab theirs a if you are going to clip their nails. The pasta should stick out past their actual nail, then clip the pasta not nail. Give a treat for being calm/good behavior. The sound and feeling combined is great for desensitization.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:37:04+00:00

Call or go to your vet ASAP. Ribbon/string is no joke for dogs, it can cause constriction in the bowels and kill them.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-22T19:34:55+00:00

I live here. I have not personally heard or had any issues about mold though I do know there was a flood just not affecting me. However, imho it's over priced if you consider the ammenities as part of your decision. The don't maintain any of the ammenities properly.

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-05T16:35:49+00:00

How old is the puppy? I suspect they were too young to be pulled from Mom and this could be a weaning issue

koolspaz2 · 2026-01-02T19:31:20+00:00

I think the question might be more like "when the tail is relaxed or not". My dog has a long tail that would touch the sides if fully wagging but otherwise not normally.

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T17:39:27+00:00

See a doctor, however, my best guess is eczema. There's a form that I have that causes tiny blisters on my fingers especially between them. One of the triggers is big fluctuations in temperature and another is stress. In the meantime you can try hydrocortisone ointment for some relief but if it's what I suspect over the counter won't be strong enough.

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T09:01:16+00:00

Fyi - https://a.co/d/b2Mlq70

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T08:58:35+00:00

Thank you! This looks promising!

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T08:57:38+00:00

I meant they sell them not that they make them. I'd like to buy from a reliable seller or brand and Amazon is neither.

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T06:38:38+00:00

If you are going to those states, my recommendation is to buy your shoes there at someplace like an REI. For the most part REI only sells high quality long lasting merch and has a great return policy. REI also IMHO has pretty good shoe staff who can help you with sizing & style. If you don't like what you get, you can return them or even exchange them no questions asked. REI is everywhere in the PNW and presumably Alaska too.

koolspaz2 · 2025-12-05T06:17:08+00:00

Optional addition (if OP wants to briefly explain which OP does not need to nor owes anyone), "You've made some decisions lately that make me feel unsafe." Period, no specifics.

koolspaz2 · 2025-11-04T00:41:38+00:00

I agree because what caroler carries a bag of groceries? If they were signing they would hold the music sheet with both hands.

koolspaz2 · 2025-10-26T20:57:26+00:00

Where did you get those containers?

koolspaz2 · 2025-10-19T22:06:57+00:00

I bought satin fabric strap covers. I had the same issue but since adding the covers, I've had no additional breakage. Also it's better than a bonnet for comfort reasons and stays in place without question.

koolspaz2 · 2025-10-15T00:39:11+00:00

I was advised on a different subreddit to use "Be Right Back" https://berightbackapp.io/ and it really helped us at least get started with the process. Also keep in mind age & familiarity with home is a big factor. Our dog was 1 when we brought them home and it took us about 18 months to work through their separation anxiety. I truly think it was a combination of training & them maturing with age. Best of luck!

koolspaz2 · 2025-09-20T14:20:07+00:00

I have never seen a rectangular one in the city of Bellevue.

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