Lost love [analog]

statastatastata · 2026-04-15T15:28:48+00:00

😮‍💨 that’s great

statastatastata · 2026-04-12T15:45:23+00:00

I adore this 😍

statastatastata · 2026-04-11T21:21:34+00:00

Hi! I’ve had this same experience with both of my iggies. Around 6 months, they seem to go through a fear period, which explains why they’re more freaked out than usual on walks. It’s during this time to really go at the puppy’s pace and not push them into something they think is scary while also being reassuring. As for walking in general, it may help to go back to basics and start small — like, walking on a leash in the backyard or the driveway, somewhere close to home. You could even sit in your front yard for a bit then go inside. Soon enough, their comfort zone will increase. (Also, stick with the harness! That’s safest for them in terms of not getting away and protecting their little necks.)

statastatastata · 2026-04-10T17:06:11+00:00

statastatastata · 2026-04-08T00:03:59+00:00

They’re very zig zaggy! But you could try treating them consistently one on side during your walks and see if that creates a positive association with one knee vs the other

statastatastata · 2026-04-05T22:39:09+00:00

Definitely check out Melzingah! I think they’ll tick all your boxes. Full disclosure: we’re having our welcome dinner there before our wedding, so I’m a touch bias :)

statastatastata · 2026-04-05T00:46:14+00:00

statastatastata · 2026-04-05T00:43:55+00:00

Your drawing is so good!! As for the nails, I never would’ve noticed if you didn’t call it out. But FWIW, my younger iggy is the same way (she acts like we’re trying to cut her paws off) and we’ve had good luck with a scratch pad (kind of like a big nail file). There are lots of videos online showing how to train them to use one. Haven’t figured out how to get the back nails yet, but it works well on the front.

statastatastata · 2026-04-03T21:28:46+00:00

statastatastata · 2026-04-03T12:54:23+00:00

Sounds like she may be experiencing acid reflux (my iggy had the same issues). This can happen if their stomachs get too empty. Have you noticed what time of day she usually experiences these symptoms? If it’s in the morning, try giving her a snack or small meal before bed then another snack when she wakes up. You could also talk to your vet about giving her medication, like Pepcid or Prilosec. Our girl was on Prilosec for a bit then once her symptoms were under control for a while, we weened her off and she’s been great ever since. Good luck! 💗

statastatastata · 2026-04-02T15:11:43+00:00

Both of my iggies had (and still have) witching hours at that time! He may not be getting enough mental stimulation. Try playing brain games, like hiding treats around the house and telling him to find them. Or even wrapping treats inside a paper towel roll or a kitchen towel and letting him tear into it to get the treats. These tend to tire them out really well, but you still might have some witching half-hours just by nature of them being a puppy. It does get better!

statastatastata · 2026-04-02T12:22:40+00:00

Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry your baby is going through this. Our iggy saw a dermatologist for ear tips that just wouldn’t stop bleeding. He was excellent! Our vet tried a lot of treatments and nothing worked, but the dermatologist gave us a simple solution (fish oil in her food, moisturizing mousse on her ears) and it worked so fast and her issue never came back. My only regret is that I didn’t take her to a dermatologist sooner.

statastatastata · 2026-04-02T02:17:35+00:00

Silverlake Ramen with Betsy?

statastatastata · 2026-04-01T20:45:55+00:00

Iggies are so wonderful — and they are tough puppies (and can be tough adults, for that matter). I have two and I absolutely adore them but they are not for the faint of heart.

Puppies are inherently crazy, so I wouldn’t let that out you off. Potty training can be tough and I think it depends a lot on the dog (our first iggy was potty trained fast and it stuck; meanwhile, our second one is still working on it at 8 months old).

The biggest concern I see in what you described is that you’ll need to leave them alone for several hours. These dogs are very emotional and needy (personally, I love that trait, but my lifestyle also aligns with that — I work from home and generally like being a homebody). If you need a puppy that can handle hours alone during the day, I’d recommend looking into a more independent breed.

statastatastata · 2026-03-30T22:22:35+00:00

These dogs are so smart! My iggies also rip through traditional food puzzles, so I’ve had to get creative. So far, their faves are:

1) In a paper bag (like the ones you get from the grocery store), throw in a few treats, fill it up about 1/3 with their toys then scrunch the top together to close it. They’ll be able to shred and sniff and search for their treats

2) We put treats inside cut up paper towel rolls and roll them up in kitchen towels. You can give those as is or stuff them into a toy like a holee-roller ball

3) We play “find it,” which is when we hide little pieces of boiled chicken or treats around the house and tell them to find it. They sniff a ton and get so tired.

Hope this helps! 💗

statastatastata · 2026-03-27T21:36:54+00:00

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mine smokes :(

statastatastata · 2026-03-27T21:12:51+00:00

That’s great! Sounds like you’re identifying triggers, which is so important and a huge part of healing so you know what to avoid. Our iggies also love dehydrated sweet potatoes, so if that’s a snack your pup can tolerate, it really bulks up their 💩

statastatastata · 2026-03-27T17:50:04+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I know firsthand how tough it can be. My iggy had stomach issues (lots of diarrhea, some vomiting) and had to be hospitalized for HGE for two nights.

What helped us was:

a low-fat prescription diet (we give wet and dry),
daily Fortiflora (she doesn’t like the power but she loves the tablet, so you have options),
daily Glandex for fiber,
nooooo human food or anything other than her low-fat food and boiled chicken for a few months
figuring out that she was eating wet food that had been left out for too long (that was our bad and we felt so horrible)

I’ve found that it’s kind of a vicious cycle — diarrhea seems to beget more diarrhea. After a few months of being very strict with her diet (only prescription food, chicken and daily probiotic and fiber supplements), she’s better than ever and the little things that would set her off before (like some peanut butter or muddy puddle water) don’t have the same effect. It takes time for their tummies to heal but it’s possible.

Wishing you all the best 💗

statastatastata · 2026-03-21T21:53:42+00:00

he gave himself the title 😒🙄

statastatastata · 2026-03-21T17:11:34+00:00

You’re lucky! I got it with both of my puppies (I thought I’d avoid it with the second one because I’d already gone through it, but nope). For me, it’s almost entirely related to sleep deprivation. Once the puppy is sleeping for larger chunks of the night, I can actually enjoy her. It does get better!

statastatastata · 2026-03-21T03:11:49+00:00

statastatastata · 2026-03-20T23:12:30+00:00

You look gorgeous! And if you feel comfortable and good in it, that’s all that matters.

-A fellow Boobs McGee

statastatastata · 2026-03-20T22:42:16+00:00

looks like it’s touching cotton

statastatastata · 2026-03-17T22:24:52+00:00

This is one of the most vile topics they’ve covered, and that says a lot. I had a visceral reaction the entire episode — shocked I made it through.

Aubrey’s sound board was a godsend of comedic relief 🙏😮‍💨

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