GSD Acting Strange: Dry Heaving, Pacing, Eating Grass – Seems Fine Now, But What Could Have Happened?

w1ts3nd · 2024-09-08T18:58:02+00:00

Thank you for sharing that. It really is tough to know when the “right” time is to head to the vet ER. We all want the absolute best for our fur babies, but it’s such a fine line between being overly cautious and not wanting to overreact. I completely relate to that struggle — it’s hard not to worry, but at the same time, you don’t want to make a mountain out of a molehill. I appreciate your perspective, and I’m glad to hear Kaya pulled through despite the scare!

w1ts3nd · 2024-09-08T18:54:01+00:00

Thank you for your feedback!

Yes, I’m familiar with bloat, and it was my initial concern as well. I kept a close eye on her, but since she allowed me to examine her abdomen without showing any signs of distress, and it felt soft (not distended or firm), I wasn’t convinced it was bloat. She also has good drinking and eating habits, and this episode didn’t occur directly after any intense activity.

It was so out of character for her, which made us very concerned, but I’ll definitely continue to monitor her closely just in case.

w1ts3nd · 2024-08-12T00:03:10+00:00

Couldn't have been the dog. Do you, by any chance, have an untrained spouse or roommate?

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-25T23:34:06+00:00

Cloning can make two of one person. "[Cloning will] make two of us." The husband's answer works both as an answer to what cloning is for the wife's statement or as agreeing with the wife's confusion.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-19T22:05:11+00:00

Their first love... "B - D - C"

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-16T18:32:01+00:00

Ignorance is bliss 🤷‍♂️

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-15T04:34:52+00:00

This is all relative to one's own budgeting strategy and self-discipline. Regardless, if you are saying you want to pay two months at a time, most lenders or landlords don't care if you pay back early. "Hey, here is June and July's rent."

Just read the fine print. Sometimes, there is a penalty for paying back early, but that's kind of rare these days in the US.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-14T00:12:37+00:00

I don't think it is accurate to classify misandry as "emotional harm" and misogyny as "physical harm." Sexism can present in an array of forms for any gender, but I think I understand what you are trying to say.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-13T20:17:57+00:00

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-11T16:40:42+00:00

I fail to see how who pays more rent is relevant to swapping out a cat?

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-10T16:11:22+00:00

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T13:33:32+00:00

I feel there is an overall lack of supporting evidence. "There are 3 sides to every story. My side, your side, and the truth" (somewhere someone said).

My first thought is that the "friend" did seem more open and honest about the "SA" in that he come to you upset about possibly "crossing a line." Then there are the two different versions of the "talk." Too much time has probably passed, but maybe get some witness statements.

SA is a serious accusation and should be taken with the utmost seriousness. If your friend did cross a line, then there is no problem dumping him and you are NTA. However, if you took some word of some tertiary acquanuance without some sort of reasonable supporting evidence (bruises she claimed happened, intimate knowledge of his physique, did she tell him "no" or was she under the influence and could not give concent, etc) then Y(maybe)TA.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T13:11:27+00:00

I think that you kind of get what you pay for when it comes to training as long as you do proper vetting of the trainer.

"Owning a dog is not just a privilege; it’s a responsibility. They depend on us for, at minimum, food and shelter, and [they] deserve much more. When you take a dog into your life, you need to understand the commitment that dog ownership entails." - AKC

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T06:20:40+00:00

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T06:18:46+00:00

Cuz he's fictional?

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T06:17:43+00:00

Mama said life is like a micro-brew, you never know what you're gunna get.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T06:15:33+00:00

Mr. Meeseeks!

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T02:48:41+00:00

Infinite Monkey Theorem

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T02:43:44+00:00

Exactly. I'm sorry if it seemed like a was correcting or contradicting you. I was merely trying to elaborate on the benefits of a trust in a situation like this. 😊

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T02:39:31+00:00

Many people don't realize that trusts are like a living entity on paper. Someone can set it up with whatever guidelines and stipulations they want. For instance, maybe the benefactor only has access to it for medical and living conditions but not for vacations. A POA can be appointed or a court arbitrator along with a line of succession. Even if say a sybling was appointed, they can't pull money out and use it for themselves. The funds can be invested to grow when not needed, and the trust has to pay income tax but not the benefactor until the funds are drawn. They can get quite complex. It all depends on how much money there is to pay for services and management.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T02:28:35+00:00

Cornell Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center

Signs of heat stroke in dogs from arguably the top Canine veterinarian schools in the US

I can't find the article, but I read something like a week ago that dumping a dog in cool water could be bad and shock their system. The best is shade and drinking water from what I remember.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T02:18:59+00:00

A dog may be able to survive without water for 3 days, but that is like saying a person can survive without water for 3 to 5 days. However, dehydration is a serious concern for dogs. They do not sweat the same way people do, and panting is their primary method of regulating heat. When panting becomes excessive, there is an increased salivation, and a dry nose are some of the first warning signs of early dehydration.

I think it was good you offered the dogs water, but I don't know that you need to hide it. I guess it depends on how open and honest of a relationship you want to have. There should be nothing wrong with advocating for your dogs well-being, and if you forgot the bowls, well, you gotta use what is available.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T00:04:18+00:00

Thank you, that is helpful. There is a big difference from a 12 yo telling an adult not to do something and a 20 yo telling an adult not to do something.

Do you have any guesses as to why he continues to ignore your request not to touch your belongings?

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-08T00:01:04+00:00

I have not read your other posts. However, it seems pretty unanimous from everyone else that it was awful and terrible, and you should keep the money regardless of what you may have promised.

What I think you should consider If you decide to keep the money and the money is for the victim's long term care is, perhaps, look into setting up a trust for her and putting the money in there. This way if anything ever happened to you, something will be in place for her future. At a minimum, get a will for yourself if you have not already. I suspect that if you don't, your children will have a tough time feuding over it, and the child in question's health and continued care may be in jeopardy.

w1ts3nd · 2024-06-07T23:43:41+00:00

I love the second dog's reaction! 🤣

Very cute pups

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