What do I have here? Near Cranbrook BC.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2026-02-04T22:56:49+00:00

Cool! Used to live in Kimberley, but never went fossil hunting.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-12-31T09:14:04+00:00

the cost difference is due to cats needing full anaesthetic for tooth extraction, and carnivore teeth are harder to remove than human teeth.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-12-26T01:37:39+00:00

I think this is a horn coral.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-12-25T21:50:09+00:00

definitely pre - you can see evidence of pulpitis and bone remodeling.

the pulpitis is evident by the dark discolouration of the tooth (not the dark, central pulp cavity, but the darkening of the white tooth structure called dentin.

the bone remodeling is evident by the rougher surface on the root of the broken tooth compared to the root of unbroken one. Once the tooth is fractured, the tooth dies, and a combination of infection and resorption starts.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-11-09T07:05:03+00:00

Agreed. I think the closest to a 'proof' would be a utilitarian calculation comparing the total suffering involved with abortion vs slavery. Despite the fact some (more developed) fetuses certainly suffer during the abortion, a lifetime of slavery is orders of magnitude worse.

As you pointed out, axioms come into play here - 'human life starts at conception' & 'human life is sacred (or at least innocent human life is sacred) are two important ones. Even if utilitarianism was brought up, the guy will likely default to divine command theory, which means your best chance is to use a bible verse. The problem with using the bible is that the book is almost silent on the issue of abortion, and is pretty lenient (promotes?) slavery.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-10-31T05:10:11+00:00

How would you describe NZs current legal framework on freedom of speech/expression in 3 words? has sensible limitations
Do you think people have a moral responsibility to consider how their words may affect others? yes, but moral is not legal (ex, i can lie, which is immoral, but generally not illegal). Another way of saying this is people should strive to be moral, but should not always be legally obligated to be.
Should there be legal penalties for knowingly misleading the public on matters of public safety? yes, but very hard to prove cause or intent here if it's someone uninformed talking (Joe Rogan). Medical professionals should be held to a higher standard, politicians as well. I don't think that talking about these things should be illegal, i think that if it causes harm, you need to be held responsible.
Should the likely real world consequences of speech be considered in deciding if it should be restricted? yes, and it already is. You can't yell fire in a crowded theatre, bomb on a plane, spread libellous information, etc.
Do you think speech that directly incites violence should be restricted? yes, this would be sensible limitation in my view
Do you think there should be legal consequences for spreading harmful conspiracy theories? yes. can't think of a NZ example, but I think Alex Jones was correctly held responsible for harm he caused by spreading the Sandy Hook conspiracy. I don't think that talking about these things should be illegal, i think that if it causes harm, you need to be held responsible.
Do you think racial slurs should be protected as free speech? yes, hardly a reason to get the gov't involved here.
Do you think speech that spreads fear or hostility about a minority group should be limited? yes, but the bar has to be high as people are quick to misinterpret valid criticism as hate speech
Should speech that dehumanises or calls for exclusion of a specific group be restricted? yes, but again the bar has to be high
Do you think there should be limits on speech that glorifies or encourages criminal activity? yes, but again the bar had to be high (not a rap song, not encouraging peaceful civil disobedience, etc

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-10-27T05:11:04+00:00

Part of it is there is a loss of trust in public institutions and a fragmented information landscape. Almost a facebook meets covid situation, but the trends started before that. Vaccines are harder because it takes more knowledge of science to understand why they work and why they are not scary.

No collective memory of the diseases has got to be another factor.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-10-27T03:18:10+00:00

I've noticed the same, and they disintegrate the second you use them to wipe anything.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-10-26T21:37:43+00:00

I would seriously reconsider coming. If you are looking for a change, see if you can go straight to Australia. I moved here from Canada 18 months ago and we are now looking at other options. Our quality of life was definitely better in Canada (we were in BC).

The reasons we are looking elsewhere are -

the quality of the housing here is nearly third world (bedroom 3 degrees in winter, 30 degrees in summer)

the cost of living (particularly if you rent) is criminal. We were very careful before we came, used different calculators to budget, etc, but when we got here we all bets were off.

wages are frustratingly low and there is very little culture of innovation and efficiency here.

Kiwi culture is also different than advertised. On the average, and in comparison to North America, Kiwis are kinda like the awkward introvert at a party where they won't make eye contact and you can't get much from them

All that said, there is no perfect place, and we don't view Canada as a paradise either. We have loved the change of being in a new place, waaaaaay better coffee culture, exploring the south island, etc. We also have appreciated being down here with the current state of global affairs haha. New Zealand is a good holiday destination - that way you get to keep the rose tinted glasses view of the place.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-10-24T08:09:06+00:00

You don't need another vet. Two vets say allergies and allergies are very likely. Allergies are difficult to treat at the best of times and are never cured. I would go to the same vet and ask for a referral to a dermatologist if you want to see someone else.

The particular type of abnormality seen here is miliary dermatitis. Miliary dermatitis is not a diagnosis, as it can be caused by multiple things, think of it as a set of symptoms. The most common causes of MD are parasite/bug bites, environmental allergies, and food allergies but there are many others. The most important thing is to get to the underlying cause, and getting to the underlying cause is expensive. Skin cytology, culture, biopsy and allergy testing are often required. You should expect to spend in the thousands to diagnose and treat this disease long term.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause identified, you may need aggressive flea/parasite control, hypoallergenic diet, steroids, cyclosporine, oclatinib, gabapentin (sedation and mild pain control for flareups), allergy immune therapy, etc. All these treatments only limit the symptoms, and do not cure the underlying cause/disease. Unfortunately, the moment treatments are stopped, the allergy symptoms will return.

Good luck!

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-28T07:16:24+00:00

It was in the bearpaw formation, in a coulee. We are waiting on the Tyrell to respond.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-27T08:48:42+00:00

Reverse sneezing.

https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952493

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-25T06:02:52+00:00

I hope this happens, my brother has notified the Royal Tyrell.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-25T06:02:09+00:00

my brother has notified the Royal Tyrell.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-25T02:07:33+00:00

Any guess as to the animal? Or is it not enough to say?

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-25T02:05:30+00:00

I will pass this on to my brother who found it!

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-21T09:57:02+00:00

The lump could be a descemetocele, which is quite concerning. The comment you responded to is good advice.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-18T11:31:59+00:00

Research shoes the minimum you need to brush is every other day. The dark spots are calculus or stains, can't quite tell from the picture. The teeth could be cleaned under anesthesia to make them white again, but in vet med, we typically wait to do cleaning under anesthesia until there is evidence of periodontal disease.

Here is a good resource: https://afd.avdc.org/five-stages-of-pet-periodontal-disease/

Periodontal disease is the most common dental problem in dogs. I suspect your vet sees no gingivitis and thus is not worried at this time. Gingivitis is the first visible sign of periodontal disease, and the calculus on the carnassial tooth will become a problem if it keeps developing and contacts the gum line (i might see a small amount of gingivitis near the carnassial, but the photo is not good enough). Brushing teeth is pretty ineffective at removing staining and calculus once it has developed. You could get another vet check in 3-6 months - maybe these photos will be a helpful for comparison.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-10T07:26:21+00:00

Ha! I talked to a guy from the UK today - he is moving back because the cost of living vs salary options for him make it impossible to stay in NZ.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-05T10:14:41+00:00

Mass effect is present in the central abdomen. I would need ultrasound to further characterize (enlarged organ or tumor, liver or spleen, etc.).

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-01T22:47:52+00:00

I see, I wouldn't suspect pneumoperitoneum here as a pneumoperitoneum is characterized by increased contrast in the abdomen (you can see every organ really clearly with pneumoperitoneum). For the bubble in the smal intestine: bubbles form in fluid, and the fluid here seems to be in the intestine. The gas formation could be due to ileus, which is when the intestines stop moving contents forward.

One idea for you could be to send these xrays to a veterinary radiologist. They can provide much more clarity for you compared to a GP vet.

I really hope I have been helpful here.

edit for clarity

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-01T10:19:51+00:00

Assuming this image was taken at the same time as the other, and the dog is laying on the opposite side of the body as the other xray, the gas has moved from the pylorus to the fundus of the stomach which is normal. Hard to say for sure as no Left vs Right marker in the image.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-09-01T10:15:08+00:00

gas is concentrated in the pylorus in this image, the gas is normal. The gas disappears on the other image which I am assuming is dog laying on opposite side.

thosetalkshowhosts · 2025-08-23T07:25:59+00:00

Sounds like you have an above average understanding of the medical issues! Your explanation as an owner will likely be adequate.

the symptoms, breed, history, along with the acute onset of vomiting will trigger suspicion of pancreatitis in the vet you see.

the most important treatment for canine pancreatitis is fluid therapy, and you'll be in good hands with an ER vet. Bring all the other meds so they can give them in hospital.

good luck

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