My name is Jen, just like every other female born in the 80's. I do outdoor things. Account is frequently taken over by dogs (
@rorythereddog
&
@goodboyfinley
)
We said goodbye to Hopper last night💔
Nothing helped her worsening pain. Her regular and 🇨🇦vets agreed we were beyond what Librela could fix. We had a great last night - paddled, swam, and Hopps ate a whole XL Hershey bar. She was the heart of the squad & we are lost without her
Rory and I decided our family could use another another member. He joined us a little later than planned, but we’re happy to introduce Finley (
@goodboyfinley
) (a good Irish name like Rory), a 11-week old rescue all the way from Texas!
#DogsOfTwitter
#NewPuppy
@babbymd
About 10 years ago my PCP at the time thought it relevant to mention that I had gained some weight (in a negative way)
1. I was well aware
2. They were also my PCP as a teenager, when I was being treated for an eating disorder
@anna_oman
@_pem_pem
Omg. The poor families and friends. It’s bad enough to lose someone suddenly (and preventable) but then to have their remains treated in such a manner is... well unfathomable.
@theworldofdog
That is Tatum, but that is not his first walk after adoption. He does this all the time when he sees his neighbor because he’s just a big goof and knows he’s going to get treats. He has a TikTok and Instagram where they explain this (.Tatum)
@QuinceMountain
@Harukio
It's actually interesting that this came up. I was in a store the awhile ago when NY first implemented the plastic bag ban and got into a conversation with another shopper who was a young black man. He was concerned about how he'd be perceived carrying a bag INTO the store.
@NotKatieCase
@dietz_meredith
Months are closer to 4.5 weeks than 4
Math: 40 weeks = 280 days. 2/3 of the months have 31 days, the others have 30, so on average a month is 30.66 days.
280/30.66 = 9.13 months
or
9 months and 4 days
They had a big bin of clearance toys near the registers. Finley basically shoved his head in and pulled out Mr. Llama here and held it like “can I keep him?”
How could I refuse?
Northeast people!
Finley’s brother, Bogart (fna Aslan), is back up for adoption! His family loves him but they live in NYC and he needs a less chaotic environment. He’ll be 6 months old tomorrow! Loves other dogs but they’re recommending a home without young children.
Where do adult women buy bathing suits?
All of my current suits are technically “juniors” but I’m in my mid/late 30s and while I’m fit & athletic, I certainly don’t have the body of a teenager…
@EM_RESUS
Yup. Look at the UK where it's so much harder to get guns. They still have crime, and knife-attacks are far more common than in the US. But compare the number of victims with knives and the amount of time it takes with shootings...they're not even on the same playing-field
Finley has decided that New York is too cold. While I took down decorations and Rory patrolled the yard, Finley sat at the door, occasionally whining, like he was auditioning for an ASPCA commercial
(Continued)
#DogsOfTwitter
We need pet thrift stores/consignment shops!
A place to donate or exchange crates, harnesses, and pet apparel that is still in good condition but no longer fits or is needed!
@QuinceMountain
I sent Blair, a mushergram from Hari for his pups and family
"if you need guidance look to the stars and let out a howl; I’m listening"
Mushergrams are in! Left for:
Victoria
Anja - in German
Blair, Helli, and Pepe - from me
His pups and family - from Hari
"if you need guidance look to the stars and let out a howl; I’m listening"
#uglydogs
#mushertwitter
#Iditarod2019
Every once in awhile I think about how weird it is how deeply I care about and love dogs I’ve never met (and only know online)
And then I decide I don’t care that it’s weird because it makes me happy
@bunsenbernerbmd
This is a good time to say: Dogs are hard, puppies are harder! Sometimes the best choice is to adopt an adult dog - you know what you’re getting in terms of size and temperament, my last guy came potty trained! Train quickly! Still have plenty of years & good feelings of rescuing
Productive? No
But not the worst way to spend a very cold Saturday morning
(Seriously, the “feels like” temperature is -9°F)
#WeekendMood
#DogsOfTwitter
@BlairBraverman
This burden on nurses is not new, COVID had simply allowed the public to see it and forced them to acknowledge it.
I’m a nurse who worked in neuro ICU and ICU (and a bit of OR/ER) prior to getting my MBA. Burnout, exhaustion, and PTSD was real then, I can’t imagine now.
@TheGoldenRatio4
♥️ Hopper T -
🧡 Originator of the GR squad
💛 Big seester to all (but especially Venk)
💚 Frens of fish and connoisseur of tennis balls
💙 Lover of *that* rock and her GR mom and dad
💜 And loved by the entire internet
I fuckin’ made this you guys!
Rory has a cozy place to chill and sleep right next to me, I think it looks awesome, I don’t have the crate taking up extra space (in my not very big bedroom), and I did it myself 😊
I took this picture at the park today which I really love because Rory looks handsome as h*ck, but also because it reminds me of another picture I took of him the second day he was mine 💚
If anyone else is feeling kind of yucky and struggling to get through your workday, might I suggest you try working with a puppy on your lap? I can verify it does wonders for your stress levels.
#DogsOfTwitter
@QuinceMountain
@Harukio
As he stated, people assume he's trying to take stuff already.
Can only imagine the fear of being poorly perceived has increased now that people are covering their faces.
Makes me realize my own privilege that I have never been concerned about being seen as threatening.
@jengolbeck
The irony- you were literally listed as an expert in malicious online behavior... and people respond with malicious online behavior. 🤔
New research topic perhaps?
Finley might have a new fren! After losing their dog earlier this year, my (human) friend is currently on their way to pick up this good-boy (still unnamed)
Mushergrams are in! Left for:
Victoria
Anja - in German
Blair, Helli, and Pepe - from me
His pups and family - from Hari
"if you need guidance look to the stars and let out a howl; I’m listening"
#uglydogs
#mushertwitter
#Iditarod2019
@dog_rates
I hate to piggyback but if you happen to be feeling extra charitable, Justice and I could use some help too.
He has an insulinoma (pancreatic tumor) - I'm still trying to pay off the surgery (~$4000) and his meds are $200+/month
@EdwardGore19
@iamharaldur
@StJude
1. St Jude absolutely charges, just “no family is turned away due to their inability to pay”
2. They are quite selective in who they take on as patients. If you do not fit into the narrow parameters of their current trials, you are often not accepted as a patient
@SRuhle
@LibyaLiberty
And in the 2nd video he was in fact trying to get away... from the people chasing him after he just shot someone in the back!
That’s not called self-defense, that’s called fleeing the scene of a crime
He’s done! I go pick him up in about an hour. They said it went great and that he was the sweetest little boy. As soon as he started waking up the tail wagged. 🥰
Dropped off the little gremlin about 3 hours ago so he should be done now. Waiting for the call telling me how it went. They gave me trazodone so he was relaxed and the poor little guy was so confused and disoriented this morning.
I thought it might’ve been a coincidence, but Finley has now done it three days in a row.
When I am eating, he will bring over a toy and shove it in my lap
I think he’s trying to trade 😊
Another day of Finley firsts!
Rory took me paddleboarding for the first time, we went out of ice cream afterwards, and the human finally finished Rory’s garden/my buffet!
#SundayFunday
#DogsOfTwitter
@peta
@BlairBraverman
Dear PETA, I get it. I used to be (sort of) like you. I thought dog-sled racing was cruel, and the musher abusive. Unlike you however I was open to doing further research, learning, and went in with an open mind. Want to know what I found?
Finley might have a new fren! After losing their dog earlier this year, my (human) friend is currently on their way to pick up this good-boy (still unnamed)
I’ve had a really-tough week at work but looking at pictures of my adorable
#hipsterbaby
niece has been cheering me up!
Thought it might help others too.
I accidentally Pavlov'd Finley: he was being a jerk when Rory played with his water spitter, so I put him on a leash and gave him a treat when he was calm. Now Rory plays and Finley comes over and stares at me
.
@BlairBraverman
I know you're insanely busy, and I'm sure it's already on your to-do list but when you get the chance I'm sure I'm not the only one who would like more updates on the dogs.
How big are the minis/maxis (yearlings!)? Personalities?
How does Helli like Wisconsin?
Dropped off the little gremlin about 3 hours ago so he should be done now. Waiting for the call telling me how it went. They gave me trazodone so he was relaxed and the poor little guy was so confused and disoriented this morning.
I want to give a shout out to the caregiver of the two children at the ice cream place tonight. They ASKED EVERY TIME if they could pet Rory. The little-boy asked if there was anywhere he shouldn’t pet & when we (mainly me) needed some space caregiver called the kids back to her
This is the face of a dog who swears when he found the hummus in the grocery bag in was already like that. He merely took it out of the bag to dispose of it for me.
#DogsOfTwitter
#NaughtyPuppy
One of my (conservative) neighbors has a “responders” flag hanging (black and white flag with various colored stripes) and I’m always tempted to tell him I like his Pride flag just to see how he’d react
Aslan (Finley’s litter-mate) is still looking for his new people 💔
You can see his profile/apply here:
(If his new family lives close to me we could even arrange for play dates with the brothers)
Northeast people!
Finley’s brother, Bogart (fna Aslan), is back up for adoption! His family loves him but they live in NYC and he needs a less chaotic environment. He’ll be 6 months old tomorrow! Loves other dogs but they’re recommending a home without young children.
@HannahDrake628
And just when I think I understand and appreciate my own white privilege a post like this comes along and I’m like “noooope still have a lot to learn “
I'm just imaging
@BlairBraverman
getting home and Flame running up to greet her, sniffing, and being like "you smell like dead things...you bring me anything?"
#BareBraverman
@BlairBraverman
I love the fact that the judge was so encouraging! Essentially you're free to make whatever decision you feel is best, but don't lose hope. You're still in this
They want you to be successful 🤗
Trying, semi-unsuccessfully, to institute a new rule: the skunk toy must stay inside! I’m tired of letting them out and getting the 💩 scared out of me! 🦨
@BlairBraverman
This is kind of like when
@TheGoldenRatio4
Jen was struggling to breath in her dream and then woke up to Chief Brody laying on her chest (attempted murder!)
@TheGoldenRatio4
So now we have: Guac on the dock & Remoulade with a hand grenade
Up next:
Nacho eating gazpacho
Cheddar in a sweater
Brody with a toadie 🐸 (no eating!)
Hopper, no one can stop her
and there’s so many options for Vink - Vink on the links ⛳️, giving a wink, dressed in pink…
@TheGoldenRatio4
Been offline for a few days and just logged on. This is the first post I saw and nearly had a heart-attack! I thought something had happened to the sweet girl and was NOT prepared to start my week with that news.
Glad she's as happy and hungry as ever.
@outsider63
@Channel4News
If anyone spoke as beautifully and profound as this man in light of the death of their spouse, I think yes, Channel 4 would highlight it.
Dear men,
If you ask a woman on a date in the grocery store and she (politely) turns you down, do not then proceed to follow her around the store. Your persistence will not be seen as endearing & make her change her mind but rather make her find you creepy.