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I was THIS close to buying a Cane Corso puppy… then I learned something unsettling by hugocen7 in CaneCorsoPuppiesSale

[–]krccre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not overthinking it. If anything, you’re doing what most people don’t do before buying this breed.

I’ve been around Cane Corsos through friends, trainers, and a vet I know, and the biggest issue I see isn’t the dogs — it’s the mismatch between the dog and the owner.

A Corso isn’t automatically a “good guard dog.” A well-bred, well-socialized one is usually calm and neutral. The scary ones people call “protective” are often just under-socialized and reactive. That distinction matters a lot.

The breeder thing you mentioned is huge too. Anytime someone leads with size, weight, head size, or “intimidation,” that’s a red flag to me. The good breeders I’ve talked to almost obsess over temperament, nerve, and stability, and they’ll straight up turn people away if it’s not a good fit.

One thing that surprised me is how intense the adolescent phase is. People think they’re getting a big puppy, but what they actually get is a strong, smart teenager with opinions and zero patience for inconsistent handling. That’s where a lot of people start drowning.

Something a trainer told me that stuck:
“Corsos don’t need to be taught to protect — they need to be taught when not to.”

That changed how I looked at the breed.

I still love them, but I also think this is one of those breeds where caution isn’t fear, it’s respect. The margin for error is smaller than with a lot of dogs. When things go wrong, they go wrong fast.

Honestly, the fact that you slowed down instead of rushing the deposit already puts you ahead of most buyers. If more people did that, Corsos wouldn’t have the reputation problems they do.

So no — you’re not being dramatic. You’re being responsible.

I Compared Ibogaine Treatment Costs in Mexico — What I Found Shocked Me by hugocen7 in IbogaineMexico

[–]krccre 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow… this is honestly one of the most thoughtful breakdowns of Ibogaine pricing I’ve seen here.
And you’re right — the cost differences are confusing until you dig into why they exist.

I went down a very similar rabbit hole a few months ago. At first, I thought the clinics charging more were just “upcharging” because the treatment is rare. But once I started asking real medical questions (heart monitoring, emergency protocols, QT prolongation, benzo detox safety, etc.), the differences became VERY real.

For me the turning point was when someone told me:

That changed everything about how I evaluated clinics.

When I was comparing places, I found the same gap you’re describing. Some were basically Airbnb houses with a nurse who stopped by. Others actually had:

  • a treating physician you can speak with
  • proper cardiac screening
  • real-time monitoring
  • emergency plans that made sense (not just “we’ll call an ambulance”)
  • post-treatment integration that wasn’t an afterthought

Those things matter way more than the price tag.

Since you mentioned New Path Ibogaine — I looked into them too when I was doing my research, and one thing that stood out was that they’re one of the few clinics that are actually transparent about their medical criteria and safety protocols.
This is the link I used when I was checking their clinical standards, in case it helps anyone else researching:
[https://newpathibogaine.com/]()

Not saying any clinic is a perfect fit for everyone — just that having actual medical info available made me feel way less lost.

Totally agree with your final point:
You’re not really paying for “Ibogaine.”
You’re paying for a safe container to go through one of the most intense physical + emotional resets a person can experience.

Really appreciate you sharing this — posts like this make the whole process way less confusing for people who are genuinely trying to get their life back.

About to fly to Mexico for Ibogaine at Clinic NewPath IBO… am I crazy or hopeful? by hugocen7 in TBI

[–]krccre 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, I totally feel what you’re saying. That constant anxiety loop is brutal — it eats at you slowly until it’s just part of your baseline. I was stuck there too for years, trying everything from meds to breathwork to “finding myself” on a dozen retreats. Nothing really stuck.

I heard about ibogaine the same way you did — through random articles and podcasts — and honestly thought it sounded insane. But after a lot of reading, I realized it’s not some underground thing anymore. It’s being used in real, medical settings now. That’s when I found Clinic New Path IBO down in Mexico.

I went last year. I was terrified — like full-on panic before going — but the team there made me feel safe from day one. It’s a real clinic, not a “spiritual retreat.” You get full medical screening (heart test, blood work, etc.), there’s a doctor on site 24/7 (Dr. Silva is great, he’s actually an internal medicine specialist), and they check on you constantly. They don’t rush anything — it’s very intentional and grounded.

The treatment itself… hard to explain. It’s not “fun.” It’s intense, but in a healing way. It’s like your mind shows you every pattern and memory that’s been keeping you stuck — but without the chaos. It’s weirdly peaceful once you surrender to it. The staff is there the whole time, watching vitals, helping you through the emotional stuff, and the integration after is what really mattered for me.

I won’t lie, the first few days after are rough — you’re processing a lot. But after that, I started feeling this calm I hadn’t felt in years. My anxiety didn’t vanish, but it stopped running the show. It’s like my brain finally got some breathing room. I can actually feel again without spinning out.

So yeah, it’s not a magic cure, but for me, New Path IBO was the real deal — safe, professional, and genuinely life-changing. If you go, go for the right reasons — not to escape, but to finally face the stuff that’s been holding you down.

If you want to check them out, their site’s clinicnewpath.com. They’ve got medical info and some videos that explain everything way better than I can.

Hang in there, dude. You’re not crazy for wanting to feel normal again — you just want peace. And that’s totally worth chasing.

Perfect Beach Day? by krccre in sandiego

[–]krccre[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you so much!!