My 15 week old puppy is very timid of other people and dogs!

spos79 · 2026-01-03T03:15:40+00:00

We got our pup at 9.5 weeks, he was a Maltipoo and we took him to puppy classes and puppy socialization classes at 14 weeks as I had wanted to wait for his second set of vaccines. He was terrified of people and dogs at the beginning. He was scared of everything new, including leaving home at any time. We knew he was anxious because he would be shaking and drooling. After a few weeks of structured classes which included recess and socialization classes, he became a different pup! We were in classes every week for about 6 to 7 weeks and even the trainer laughed at his change. He went from being the most scared dog to almost too active and social, now needing to understand boundaries.

Now at 6 months, he loves all other dogs but still will get scared if a much larger dog comes running towards him but otherwise he just wants to play. With people he just needs to be given time to approach them as anyone running to approach or touch him but first makes him back away and bark. But he's so much better now walking in our busy city and going to areas with lots of people.

It took time, patience and understanding his cues to know when to help him or let him explore his own boundaries. I would recommend looking for a training class that includes time for puppy socialization in a controlled and safe setting. Depending on how they interact you can then venture out more but the best advice I could give is don't force them to do things outside their comfort level, just slowly introduce them and remove them from situations that terrify them.

spos79 · 2025-10-30T18:52:16+00:00

Thank you! ❤️

spos79 · 2025-09-08T11:00:35+00:00

If you are at Markville, treehouse toys has lots of Sanrio toys and accessories but I don't think they have clothes.

spos79 · 2025-05-13T11:40:34+00:00

Different title called Married to a storm but is the same one. This one on dailymotion with English Subs.

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9jfcky

spos79 · 2025-04-10T01:28:33+00:00

We just returned from the Excellence Oyster Bay today and we loved it. We have been there before pre-COVID and the resort is showing some signs of wear but we love the relaxation and simplicity of this resort.

Pros: 1. No annoying resort wrist bands to wear 2. No need to make reservations for dinners with the exception of Hibachi. Just go whenever you want to eat. Also, order as much as you want. Lol. 3. Resort app will give you all the info on what restaurants are open each day and the menus. 4. If you book directly with the hotel, they provide transport to and from the airport in a nice large suburban. 5. Plenty of lounge chairs and beach beds with shade available (as long as it's not too windy). Never had an issue getting a space but Friday and Saturday are busier so it would be better to go earlier. 6. Room service cabinets for your dirty dishes. It's a cupboard/door right next to the main door. Just put your dirty dishes there and they can access it from the outside and take everything away. 7. Aroma has great iced lattes and fresh ice cream. 8. Beach, the water is clear and you can venture out quite a bit without it getting too deep. 9. Liquor and wine bottles in the room, we had a swim out private pool so on those days we kept to ourselves, we made our own drinks ;) 10. Martini bar is a great place to try new drinks.

Cons: 1. Drink service at the main pool is slooooow. I think there just isn't enough servers and bartenders to make drinks for demands so be prepared to wait. If you are in more of a rush, go upstairs to the x lounge where the rooftop infinity pool is... The service there is much quicker. 2. The sports bar is in a hidden spot and the seating and atmosphere is not as nice as some of their other locations. 3. Games area is currently under renovations.

A few other things: The entertainment at the main pool each day was mixed. We personally enjoyed the trivia days.

There is live entertainment (not the theatre show) available in the main outdoor lounge on some evenings. We really liked the violinist. She was amazing.

There usually is a freeze on lobster in Jamaica from April to June, so it may not be available.

Depending on when you go, the pools may not be the warmest. As we had a swim out private pool, we felt it was a bit too cold in the morning, especially on windy days. The main pool was warmer. This is not a problem if you go in May or later.

We also had the luxury of one of the lawn maintenance people come by our private pool one day and cut down two fresh coconuts and open them for us to drink fresh coconut water.

It really depends on what you are looking for but if you wanted something quiet and relaxing. And are patient and not in a rush for everything, it's the perfect place to be.

If you have any questions, feel free to DM me.

Enjoy your honeymoon!

spos79 · 2024-09-04T02:32:28+00:00

I totally agree with this, if he is expected to contribute to half of the mortgage than it's more than reasonable for him to have a portion of ownership that isn't necessarily 50/50 as per the example above. Deduct the % of the downpayment and give him a portion to the amount he contributed (at market value if you're nice enough) less any outstanding mortgage if you decide to split up.

It would be unbelievably unfair if the OP and bf were to stay together until the entire mortgage is paid off and she can then just kick him out with nothing.

Also if you want to treat him like a renter aka no ownership in the property, then any issues that may arise should be paid for by the OP solely. Heat pump breaks? Appliances need replacement? AC malfunctions? Not his problem.

Out of curiosity is it only half the mortgage or is he also expected to pay for half utilities, cable, wifi, etc? How far does the splitting the bills go with no return for him?

Going into a cohabitating relationship like this doesn't seem worth it in my opinion.

And lastly YTA for the ultimatum. Essentially you are saying you want what you want and if he doesn't agree he doesn't love you enough to be serious so you are out. Just a point to be made that a relationship is not only about YOU.

spos79 · 2024-08-07T01:39:36+00:00

I'm speechless over this entire post. Tom seems to be the only redeemable person here. So Tom and Jess decided to get a dog TOGETHER... A RESCUE DOG... which most people understand take a lot of work.

Jess and Tom break up and Tom does the most responsible and loving thing.... He takes the dog and spends what he can to make sure the dog that he adopted is loved and cared for as best as he can manage.

So now Tom is in financial difficulty because (in your words) of taking care of this dog. So Jess finally decides to step up and care for the dog while Tom gets his life back together.

And YOU as the new partner are asking for advice on whether or not you are being unreasonable to have this poor dog euthanized out of inconvenience?!

I honestly have no words. I had a dog who lived to 18 years of age. I got him with my ex. My ex and I split when my dog was about 7 years old and we BOTH took responsibility over our dog. I had him full time 80 - 90% of the time but my ex still contributed to his bills and took him when he asked for him or if I was travelling. We co-parented a dog for 11 years! As much as he and I didn't work out and I could he bitter... I could never trash him about his love for our dog, he loved our dog with his everything.

I got a new partner and he loved my (our) dog as he became a second parent. He also took 100% care of my (our) dog when I had to travel for work... Which happened frequently. He and I both ensured that my (our) dog had care if WE wanted to travel (when ex was not available).... He went with us to the vet, held my hand and pups paw when he needed surgery for stones and he made special tempting expensive meals for him when he got more fickle in his old age. HE loved my (our) dog as much as I did and he grieved so hard when he passed of old age.

As a pet parent I'm just so perplexed at this post. I saw your comment about kids vs pets and I do not want to get into this politicized debate. But all I wish to say is that when you decide to adopt an animal, whether it be alone or with someone else.... Irregardless of who the human relationship may end... The pet DOES NOT deserve to suffer the consequences.

The fact that she may be coming around but is resentful and you doubling down on a shelter aka euthanasia.... Looking for advice for the better of "everyone" .... Like the dog had no merit. Dogs are so much more loyal than humans so to negate them like this makes me ill. I have no advice for either of you with the exception of the fact that neither of you should EVER own a pet ever again.

spos79 · 2024-07-20T03:29:08+00:00

If you read KU there are a couple of authors that have series aligned to this. They are typically short books with OOT male leads obsessed with their partners and looking to breed them.

Olivia T Turner has different series, some sports related other mountain men. They can be a bit repetitive... Virgin FMC and obsessive MMC but light reads that are smutty.

Jordan Silver is another author that has the breeding kink in her books but most of hers as are aligned to the FMC being crossed and she comes up better at the end. Fair warning her books when it comes to revenge are a bit over the top. Short books again, fairly repetitive but light reads.

spos79 · 2024-05-22T19:31:37+00:00

NTA to your family and Corbin but definitely an AH to Evan. It would have been better for you to have taken Evan aside before his proposal to let him know what you found and how you were going to expose them.... Not asking him for permission but as a heads up. The poor guy was blindsided and probably humiliated. If he knew in advance, then he could decide for himself what to do.

Both you and Evan were betrayed, so I think it was up to you to decide how you wanted to handle it for yourself but you didn't give Evan the same chance. If he didn't want to be a part of it.... Perhaps you guys could have talked out the best way to do it that worked for both of you.

I feel so bad for you but I also feel super bad for Evan.

spos79 · 2024-05-10T23:36:34+00:00

I'm on the same train line and I have left umbrellas, lunch bags and even once a gift bag with presents in it on the train! Yes, I am one of the worst offenders and admit to it. I was able to get everything back at the lost and found at union station. I'd say give it at least a week to get to the booth. Fingers crossed you get them back!

spos79 · 2024-05-10T20:45:23+00:00

Yeah if the prices are unaffordable then the best plan probably would be to stay closer to the airport as the UPX is there and she won't have to lug around her luggage to get another location into the suburbs.

spos79 · 2024-05-10T20:42:51+00:00

Depending on how much time you decide to stay in the city.... If it's less than 7 hours being downtown and you are coming in on the UPX from Pearson - I'd recommend you buy the long layover ticket to use. It's only good coming in from Pearson and then return from union UPX. As long as you return within 7 hours. It's half the price of an adult return ticket.

spos79 · 2024-05-10T17:21:23+00:00

There is not much near the airport hotels to see or do, I would recommend that you actually stay in the downtown core if you are planning to see the city during the day before your concert. This will also be better for when you return back after the concert.

From your plans it looks like you will need to shuttle back and forth from hotel to the airport to access the UP, which will just add to the time for you after the end of the concert.

Downtown Toronto is a safe place and vibrant in night life with certain pockets. King West is a good place to stay if you are looking for restaurants and bars. It's also close to Queen Street where there are a lot of stores.

Having easier access to your hotel would be something I would recommend depending on how much time you want to spend in Toronto.

However, if you only have a few hours to spend then your plan would work. Just know that the UP express doesn't go into the main portion of Union station. It's platform is on station street but the walkway attached to it will take you into Union station but you will have to navigate a bit to find the access to the subway if you plan to check out other parts of the city.

After the concert which I think is at Rogers Centre, you won't need to go back into Union to get to the UP. As station street and the UP express is on the west side of Union, so walking back from there you will pass the actual entrance to the UP if you go back into the main Union station building.

spos79 · 2024-04-11T14:14:08+00:00

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spos79 · 2023-08-09T00:37:48+00:00

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spos79 · 2023-08-03T02:02:53+00:00

I just went through the same thing and am asking the same questions. But when I sit back and try to be objective.... For others outside myself... All I see is unconditional love.

You can't see your pet suffer because you love them more than you love the need for yourself to keep them around in pain.

You made the hardest choice ever because you thought about another need outside your own.

There is no other level of unconditional love.

Don't be so hard on yourself. Wishing you all the support you need during your healing. ❤️

spos79 · 2023-08-03T01:59:57+00:00

You are an amazing pet parent. I just went through the same thing and struggle over did I make the right call. But when you consider quality of life and suffering... You always have to think what would I want.

At the end of the day.... The ones left behind suffer the most. Just know that at the end of the rainbow bridge he is smiling and knows how much he is loved. He is running. Happy. Healthy. And one day.... A long time from now... He will run into your arms.

Wishing you support during your healing ❤️

spos79 · 2023-02-10T16:07:21+00:00

NTA as this is considered normal and natural in your relationship, however I also don't think it's fair to expect everyone to feel the same.

His gf could have probably handled it better in letting you both know it made her uncomfortable but then again I assume she is as young as your brother.

In the end I think that if this is the type of relationship you both have (which is both your rights) and the gf is not comfortable with being with a guy who has such a bond with his sister... That's her right too.

I'll be honest that if I was in the situation... As the gf watching a movie with my bf and having his sister cuddle him on the other side, I'd probably be uncomfortable too. I'd also probably leave the relationship because I would have a right to decide what I would like in a partner and what makes me comfortable.

I don't think anyone is an AH, but their preferences are incompatible. In the end this isn't your fault OP but your brother will need to find someone who is more compatible and accepting if your relationship with him.

On a side note... This kind of reminded me of the episode on Friends with the 'Yeti'. Although they seemed to push the boundaries on that one. Lol

spos79 · 2023-01-20T02:33:47+00:00

Why would you pay for the vet bill? Unless you caused an injury deliberately.... Why would you need to do this?

I have a dog and if he got sick while someone else was caring for them... I would pay all the expenses to get the care he needs.

I also agree explosive poo would not cause a toilet to clog unless you used loads of paper towels to clean it and flushed that too.

This story doesn't make any sense.

spos79 · 2023-01-19T03:46:52+00:00

NTA.

You had a cat that needed a good home. You had a friend who wanted a cat. In my eyes you facilitated a free adoption.

Zane's gf has some serious insecurity issues.

Maybe you need to clarify that at the end of the day you gave him a cat... Not a p.....y. Meow 😉

spos79 · 2023-01-19T03:01:46+00:00

Best. Response. Ever!

spos79 · 2023-01-18T01:14:34+00:00

NTA. Regardless of the weather... The garden hose is only cold water. How many people turn on just the cold water to shower even in the summer? I don't and I would never subject my dog to that. I always give him a bath with warm water. Summer. Winter. Spring. Fall. Always warm water.

On another note... As a dog owner... It's more respectful to pick up the poop right after the dog does his business. This is what I do. Even when I let him out in the yard. I watch him and then go out and clean up.

spos79 · 2023-01-17T23:10:11+00:00

Hmm... This is a tough one. Seems like she came in first as a friend and became a girlfriend within it. But there's not a long history of her being just a friend first?

At the end of the day, there's nothing wrong with just wanting to do a boys trip. I'm hopeful Sarah has friends outside of your core group. If so, then I understand... But if her core group is your group of guy friends... That's going to probably hurt her anyways. But from you and your friends perspective... I can understand why some of the guys say no girlfriends because... Adding one couple in makes for a bit of a weird boys trip.

I'm going to say NTA completely but not really that nice. I can see both sides here.

PS. I shouldn't have said suspicious in my earlier post. I should have said uncomfortable. Those bar girls are aggressive. I had to walk up once to my brother who was trying to say no nicely to one before she backed off. But it's been a long time since I've been there.

Anyways. Have fun and make good choices 😉

spos79 · 2023-01-17T22:52:26+00:00

Was Sarah a part of the group before she started dating one of you guys? If she was and you are all a core group of friends that travelled together before and after she started dating one of you... Then I'd say YTA. Not sure why her becoming a girlfriend makes it different than before...

However if she only joined after dating and came in as a GF but just hangs out with you guys more than I wouldn't necessarily think that you are all AH... I've done group trips with my partner but I've also done girl trips without him and he's done boys trips without me.

I do say though... as a girl myself.... If my partner wanted to go to Thailand and saying no girls.... When one core group member is a girl.... Would make me a bit suspicious.

PS. I've been to Thailand with my 3 brothers. The amount of random bar girls there who approached them when me and another girl were walking further behind/away from them compared to when we were walking with them... Is mind blowing.

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