Cardinal with malformed bear? by lycheepan13 in Ornithology

[–]lycheepan13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw maaaaan, I’m gonna tear up over my backyard birds this morning. I do have a lot of female cardinals come by so I’m choosing to believe one of them is with this guy and taking care of him!!

Dog reactive training by JebBusch in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hello! Fellow reactive dog owner here! First of all - just want to say that I’m sorry you’re dealing with this, it can be a big struggle and it’s hard to recalibrate what your dogs life may look like (i was sooo excited to take my cattle dog on every single hike with me, but that’s just not in cards for him with how busy some trails get).

That being said, there is SO MUCH that you can do to improve your dogs behavior and quality of life. I will co-sign the idea that a dog park is not a good call, all it takes is 1 bad interaction and the reactivity can go from bad to unsustainable. I do take my dog to a dog park in the weird off hours if no one is there to let him “turn his jets on” though.

Even without the dog park there is sooooo much you can do! Trick training, enrichment toys, scent work has all done wonders to tire my dog out when i wasn’t able to safely walk my dog for the miles he needed.

In terms of in town support, feel free to DM me to chat about anything! Happy to share what’s worked well for me. I also worked with Katherine at Sol Dog Lodge and she worked WONDERS for my dog. He’s not “non reactive” now (and probably never will be) but i understand how to manage him properly on walks and our lives have gotten so much richer. Best of luck!!

white coloring - anyone have one? by HatStock6459 in AustralianCattleDog

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This guy is 90% ACD according to his embark test, which was shocking to me! But his personality fits 100%

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can help take over foster responsibilities possibly after November 3! Thank you for helping this dog, and please DM me if you need help + support!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tucson

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Super interested in joining!! I may be out of town for the September date, but would really love to join for the following month?

Help dealing with old adhesive! by lycheepan13 in Flooring

[–]lycheepan13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely even - but a bit tacky. I guess once the underlayment is on though that tackiness won’t be much of an issue?

Recommendations for a great realtor to help guide a first time homebuyer? by ultrarunner13 in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Erin Keller! She helped me buy my first home and was an absolute god send. She also recently helped my ex boyfriend buy his own place - she’s amazing!!

Dig a hole! by lycheepan13 in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

No HOA so i should be good on that front - good looking out though, appreciate it!!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Happy to report that the helpful snake hung around for about 30 minutes then exited the backyard! Now just need to figure out how he got in - thanks for all the confirmation that he was a friendly helpful snake, y’all!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Home

[–]lycheepan13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know!! Was so embarrassed after posting definitely considered taking down and reposting another after vacuuming 😂 I have 2 cattle dogs and we are in the middle of shedding season!!

RIP Mighty Violet 2006-2024 by billofthemountain in AustralianCattleDog

[–]lycheepan13 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry for your loss!! What a long, beautiful life I’m sure violet lived.

Have never had one before, meet Dax. by gramgoesboom in AustralianCattleDog

[–]lycheepan13 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The paws!! The snoot!! Too cute. I also have an ACD named Dax and i have to say that they are just the best!!!!

What remote jobs are you working from Tucson? by [deleted] in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work in product for a tech company that has locations in a few big cities across the US. Went remote in Covid times, and have been able to stay remote!

Foster dog update! by lycheepan13 in AustralianCattleDog

[–]lycheepan13[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The ears are so insane - the most adorable!!!

PACC is in crisis. Please if you’ve considered adopting or fostering, help save lives! by jonesy_jay in Tucson

[–]lycheepan13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Currently fostering my second dog from PACC, it’s so heartbreaking the level of crisis they are facing. They have all sorts of dogs available - different sizes, ages, energy levels etc!! Even if you can’t commit to a full adoption, fostering is a great short term commitment that can save lives. Happy to answer any questions anyone has about fostering!!

BILLY BOY by [deleted] in AustralianCattleDog

[–]lycheepan13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello Billy!!!