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cowgurrrl · 1 year ago

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Thinking about life with my husband, the girls, and little Sammy..

Could I ask for just a little peaceful evening/night in the Miller household? Just pure domestic bliss with the family and then going to sleep with Joel by your side, pure love & fluff.

When you said girls I wasn't sure if you meant Violet and Sophia or Sarah and Ellie so I included Sarah and Ellie! Also I don't mean to brag but this may be the best family fluff I've ever written

Jackie and Wilson

Pairing: rockstar!joel miller x actress!reader

Summary: A night in the Miller household [1.5k]

Warnings: just fluff :-)

"Alright, one more time, and then it's bedtime, okay?" You tell the boys, both of them groaning in protest. You laugh at their identical reactions and watch as Sam giggles in anticipation. Daisy sits next to Joel, her tail wagging as if waiting for the same thing. Joel gives him a suspicious look before hitting the first note on his guitar, making Sam scream and Daisy howl along. You laugh as Joel launches into the song he created just for Sam. It has something to do with a silly alligator detective riding a skateboard. It always ends with Joel going "nom nom nom" on Sam's stomach, making the little boy screech with laughter and Daisy get the zoomies. Sam's full belly laughs could probably solve world peace. That's how full of joy they are.

Joel finishes pretending to eat Sam and collapses next to him, a heap of giggles and secret smiles exchanged. Every time Sam looks at Joel, he bursts into laughter again. When they lay like this, with damp hair and bright eyes, you see just how similar they look. Sam's hair has curled up as he's gotten older, mimicking the way Joel's hair falls, and they scrunch up their noses when they laugh. Sam has also hilariously picked up Joel's accent, dropping g's and talking like a cowboy, despite living in California. You smile as you look at them and push Sam's wet hair out of his face as Daisy finishes spinning in circles and lays down next to the boys.

"Ready for bed, buddy?" You ask, and he pouts. Joel sits up and gives Sam a gentle nudge.

"Listen to your mama. If she says it's time for bed, it's time for bed. It's not time for the tickle monster!" Joel yells as he suddenly launches at you and tickles your sides. You laugh and push at him as Daisy tries to rescue you, but Sam quickly joins in the tickling. He more so just waggles his fingers near you, but it's the thought that counts. Joel, however, is ruthless. You can't stop laughing, and he's half on top of you as he tickles you on the floor. Your laughter makes both of them laugh, and Daisy bark. You swear the house is shaking with the power of your joy.

"Okay, okay! That's enough!" You say, and Joel immediately stops. He puts his hands up and shows Sam.

"That means stop. Stop means you stop what you're doing, okay?" He says, and Sam nods. Joel winks and ruffles his hair as he glances at you, still on the floor, catching your breath. "D'you wanna give Mama a kiss goodnight before we read some bedtime stories?"

"Yes!" Sam says, and you smile. He lands on top of you and wraps his arms around your neck in the biggest hug his little arms can muster. He kisses you and Daisy goodnight before rushing to his room to pick out books for Joel to read, his dog following closely behind. Since Sam has been old enough to sleep in his big boy bed, Daisy sleeps with him too, either on the floor or in the bed with him. There have been many mornings when you've walked into Sam's room and found them snuggling in his race car bed. Joel smirks as he looks down at you and rests a hand on either side of your waist.

"You're a menace."

"It was pretty funny." He says, and you hum. He tucks a piece of hair behind your ear, his hand lingering on your jaw, and you turn to kiss the inside of his wrist.

"You got bedtime?" You ask, and he nods.

"You did bath time. Seems pretty fair."

"You're so sexy and domestic." You tease, and he raises his eyebrows as he moves closer.

"Yeah?" He asks as he kisses your jaw. You wrap your arms around his shoulders and rub his back.

"Are you kidding? World famous rockstar by day and cool dad who teaches consent by night? That's enough to make a girl swoon." You say, and he laughs into your neck. He lifts his head to kiss your lips sweetly, and you smile against him as you rest your hands on his waist.

"Dada!" Sam yells from his room, effectively distracting you. Joel groans as he pulls away, resting his forehead against yours.

"You've got a very impatient little boy waiting on you." You whisper.

"Remember when we had all the time in the world to do whatever we wanted?"

"No."

"Yeah, me neither," Joel says, and you laugh. He kisses you one more time before helping you get up and disappearing down the hall to Sammy's room. You take a deep breath as you look at the mess left in the kitchen. It's not that bad. Just a couple of dirty pots and plates in the sink and a dirty stovetop. Joel cooked dinner, which means it's your turn to clean.

Early on in your relationship, you and Joel set up this routine to make sure the housework was split evenly. If he makes dinner, you do the dishes and clean the kitchen. If you take out the trash, he does the laundry. If you do bathtime, he does bedtime. Sometimes, if one of you is especially stressed with work, the other will take on a little extra work to take the load off, but it's an unspoken agreement that the favor will be returned. It doesn't work for everyone, but it works for you.

Once the dishwasher is running and the kitchen is clean, you pad down the hallway to Ellie's room and hear her telling someone about her day over the phone. You knock and wait for her to call you in to see her sitting at her desk, her phone open on FaceTime. You smile and walk over to her.

"Who're you talking to?"

"Sarah."

"Hi, Mom!" Sarah's voice emerges from the other side of the phone. She rushes back into the frame with a makeup brush in hand. She's wearing an adorable pink top and some nice jeans, her hair pulled up and out of her face as she swipes glittery eye shadow over her lid.

"What's up, Sarah Bear?"

"Nothing much. I'm getting ready to go out with some friends."

"Oh, fun! Do you need money for drinks or anything?" You ask, and she smiles at the camera.

"Mom, look at me," she says, gesturing to her outfit. "I don't pay for my own drinks." She says, and you and Ellie laugh out loud.

"Well, be safe. If you need me to come get you, just call me, and I'll come to you. Don't try to drive or go anywhere." You say, and she nods.

"I know. I'll text you when I get home tonight, okay?"

"Are you gonna offer me a free ride when I turn twenty-one?" Ellie asks, and you laugh.

"When you turn twenty-one, your dad is gonna have to be the one to pick us up because we're all gonna be too drunk otherwise." You say, and the girls laugh. You talk with both of them for a few more minutes, listening to their days and whatever else they want to tell you, before kissing Ellie's forehead and asking her not to stay up too late. She rolls her eyes but smiles anyways. You leave the girls to their secret conversations and tiptoe past Sam's room to your and Joel's bedroom. The shower is running, and you don't hesitate to join him, stripping your clothes off quickly.

"Well, hi there," Joel says as you step into the shower. You smile and kiss him as the water hits your back.

"He go down okay?" You ask against his lips, and he nods.

"Barely made it through Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site."

"Not Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site."

"I know. What a tragedy." He says sarcastically. You settle into a comfortable silence as he tips your head back under the water and washes your hair for you. This is your favorite thing to do with him. It doesn't even matter if you have sex or not. Just the intimacy of being with him like this and letting him take care of you is enough. You take your time, knowing that all your kids are accounted for and safe. The long day of wrangling a toddler, reading scripts, and cleaning the house melts under the hot water and Joel's touch.

Once your fingers are pruney and you're both clean, you turn off the shower and get ready for bed side by side. The night seems to be the only time you guys are completely in sync like this. You put on one of his shirts and do a silly dance together as you brush your teeth. Then, once you're done with your skincare routine and the exhaustion from the day catches up with you, you and Joel crawl into bed. He pulls you to his chest and rubs patterns into your skin until you fall asleep, dreaming of belly laughs, Daisy zoomies, and more babies that look like Joel.

#one for the money two for the show #rockstar!joel x actress!reader #rockstar!joel #tlou au #the last of us au #the last of us fluff #joel miller fluff

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worriedvision · 2 years ago

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So, you know about the "zoomies" thing in dogs?

Do you think Gorou and Tighnari have those? I just- I can see it in my head. 🕴

I can confirm this is very real, I have yet to see a Gorou in co-op NOT spin in a circle like he's trying to grab his tail lol (myself included)

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theworldofdog · 2 years ago

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Dogs Zoomies Unleashed: Understanding Why Dogs Go Wild

Dogs are known for their playful and energetic nature; one of their favorite activities is the "Zoomies." Zoomies refer to the sudden and seemingly random bursts of energy that dogs exhibit, where they run around in circles, jump, and spin. Although it may look funny and entertaining, many pet owners wonder why their dogs do Zoomies. This blog will explore the reasons behind this behavior and what it means for our furry friends.

What are Zoomies?

Zoomies are sudden outbursts of energy that dogs display by running, jumping, spinning, and sometimes even doing flips. This behavior is often exhibited after rest when the dog is excited, happy, or needs to release pent-up energy. Zoomies can occur indoors and outdoors, lasting from a few seconds to several minutes.

Why do dogs do Zoomies?

1. Exercise:

Dogs are highly active animals and need regular exercise to stay healthy and happy. Zoomies allow dogs to release their pent-up energy and exercise their muscles. When dogs have been cooped up for an extended period, such as when they are home alone or due to bad weather, they may need to engage in this activity.

2. Playfulness:

They love to play, and Zoomies are a way for them to have fun and express their playful nature. Dogs are known for their love of chasing things, and when they do Zoomies, they are essentially chasing their own tails or imaginary objects.

3. Emotional release:

Just like humans, dogs can experience emotions such as anxiety, stress, and excitement. Zoomies can be a way for them to release these emotions and feel better. Dogs that are anxious or stressed may do Zoomies as a way to calm themselves down and feel more relaxed. You can also read it here: Why Dogs Zoomies?

4. Instinctual behavior:

They are descendants of wolves, and many of their behaviors can be traced back to their wolf ancestors. In the wild, wolves engage in similar behaviors when they are happy or need to release pent-up energy. Zoomies can be seen as an instinctual behavior that is hardwired into dogs.

5. Social interaction:

Dogs are social animals and enjoy spending time with their owners and other dogs. They may try to engage their owners or other dogs in play when they do Zoomies. This behavior can also be a way for dogs to communicate with each other and establish social bonds.

6. Training benefits:

Zoomies can also be used as a reward during training sessions. When they complete a task or obey a command, they can do a few Zoomies to celebrate and reinforce the behavior.

Conclusion

Zoomies are a natural and normal behavior in dogs, and they are nothing to be worried about. They are a sign that your dog is energetic, happy, and healthy also. However, ensuring your dog is safe while doing Zoomies, especially indoors, is important. Ensure that no sharp objects or obstacles could harm your dog, and clear the area of any breakable items.

If your dog is exhibiting Zoomies excessively or at inappropriate times, such as during training or when you are trying to calm them down, it may be a sign of a deeper issue. In such cases, it is best to consult a veterinarian or dog behaviorist.

Overall, Zoomies are a fun behavior that dogs exhibit, and they are a reminder of the joy and energy our furry friends bring into our lives. So, the next time you see your dog doing Zoomies, enjoy the show and know they are just their happy, playful selves.

#Dogs Zoomies #Dogs Love #Dogs Care

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lyndonriggall · 2 years ago

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Goodbye Ellie

I can’t believe that I am writing this. It is too soon.

Shockingly and suddenly, four-and-a-half years into caring for her, my dear friend Robyn discovered recently that Ellie the greyhound had become very sick. Sadly, the vet confirmed that she was not going to get better.

Ellie, I am very sorry to say, is gone.

Ellie was a special creature. Like a lot of greyhounds, she had at least fifty percent more nose and leg than should have been reasonably allowed by law, and she had a way of looking into your eyes that sometimes made you think she knew absolutely all of the secrets of the universe, and sometimes made you think she knew almost nothing at all. When we filled the main hall at Launceston College with hundreds of people to launch the book we had created about her and she stood on stage looking out at the crowd, I always wondered… did she know that it was all for her? It seemed to me like she had just dropped down to Earth from another planet, and she was trying to work out what it meant to live here. Sometimes, out of the corner of my eye, I half-expected to catch her sitting up in an armchair and covertly flicking through the pages of a book called How to Dog.

Although I didn’t know it at the time, a couple of weekend ago, as the early mists rose over the high suburbs around Launceston, I was lucky enough to take Ellie for one last walk with the two of us together. It was certainly memorable. It was a Sunday morning, and from where Ellie and I wandered we could see the city and the river in the distance: a whole world below us to explore. As I returned back to the house and tried to drink my cup of tea, Ellie persisted in squeezing her head under the palm of my hand.

I went home with my jeans covered in slobber and tea splashes. I went home happy.

One thing that never quite came through in our picture book was what Ellie taught me about running. Reading Becoming Ellie, you might have thought that part of the story’s message is that Ellie will never run again. But Ellie was the master of what dog-people call “the zoomies.” Whenever the mood took her, the screen door would swing open and down the concrete ramp she would fly, onto the grass and around the backyard, running in circles and spinning at the same time, impossibly making the square of grass seem endless. She would freeze, launch, freeze again, and then bound this way and that, chasing some invisible wonder in a dance that was all her own.

Ellie ran again, she just ran differently. She ran chaotically. She ran without purpose. She discovered the simple truth that so many of us who turn our passions into vocation or competition need to learn: winning is one thing, but the best part of life is simply finding joy in the act itself.

Dogs like Ellie remind us of who we should be. To them, every opportunity to explore the world is a miracle, and every interaction with others is the best thing that has ever happened. Dogs like Ellie show the world that all of those carefully-curated layers of artifice that we drape over our lives in order to try and make them more reasonable, more sensical, or work more in our favour are an illusion: the only way to true joy is to embrace life with all its flaws and all four paws.

I hope that Ellie is free now. I hope she dreams of a field that goes on forever, where she can run and run and run and never reach the other side. I hope that she can rest somewhere with stolen socks and smelly old toys, and a thousand corners in which she can flip upside down, her four ridiculous legs poking up in the air like the skyward-reaching masts of a big furry pirate ship. I hope she knows that tonight someone is reading her story, and that she is remembered. We are lucky to have known her.

I feel sad for my friend Robyn, who has lost her mate and companion. I find it hard to look at the smiling dog on the front cover of our book, or to walk past the artwork of her that hangs on the walls of my house, and know that the star of the show is no longer going to come prancing into the room when I visit, looking for that just-right spot to have a lie down in, where she can get herself perfectly in the way of everyone’s feet and ankles. The sky seems a little dimmer today because Ellie isn’t here.

We are going to miss you, Ellie-dog. Thank you for being part of our story, and thank you for letting us be part of yours.

#ellie #becoming ellie #writing #original #greyhounds

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twisted-wonderland-shenanigans · 2 years ago

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Twisted Wonderland Monster!AU Shenanigans:

So while I was eating lunch I somehow got reminded of a post I saw involving something that Yuu would very likely have a lot of fun with in a world on monsters:

Laser pointers~! :D

Imagine: Yuu is exploring Sam's shop and looking at their options...when they notice a familiar looking pen-shaped device and decided to get it.

It started out as a "cat toy" for Grim (much to his annoyance at being called a cat), Yuu smiling and trying to hold back snickers and giggles as the chimera chases after the shiny red dot, spinning in circles and scootering after it with paws smacking the floor when Yuu waved it rapidly from side to side. It had the desired effect of wearing him down so he was calmer and wouldn't cause any mischief, and so they decided to have Ace or Deuce record it the next time they came to visit!

...only, it took a turn that baffled and amused Yuu to no end.

The moment the red dot appeared, Ace and Grim both perked up and started chasing and following it, tripping over each other trying to be the one to catch it first. Even Deuce was acting strange, his hooves stepping this way and that as he tried to figure out if it was a threat or not and if he wanted to join in.

...well then, this was an unexpected result! But if anything, it certainly made Yuu curious to see how this may work on the other monster students:

Felines? Obvious success, though it didn't work on Professor Trein. Yuu didn't get in trouble though since Lucius was entertained by the shiny dot. Leona denied that it caught his interest and turned away to continue his nap, but it was hard to argue that when he literally swatted at it the moment he saw it.

Canines? Not quite as effective on most other than seeing their eyes follow the light, but the few who chased after it was like watching a dog trying to chase their tail and bite at it!

Ungulates? A little spooked for the most part, but otherwise not too much of a reaction unless another monster student jumps out of nowhere and startles them (which has resulted in a few fainting goat reactions from some of the fauns and satyrs).

Aquatics? Azul tried to ignore it, though he would still occasionally glance over at it with a look of interest. Jade showed interest but didn't really react much while Floyd was happy to chase after it, though it wound up with him trying to target the pointer itself. Yuu had never run so fast in their life with a sea serpent chasing after them!!!

Avians? Highly entertaining until Rook tried to dive bomb it with his claws and got tangled in a thorn bush. There was a distinct "whump" against a window somewhere, but no one could figure out what it was, and Crowley wouldn't say either, though he did look a little disoriented and his mask was slightly askew when he came out to check on the students.

Reptiles? Sebek thought it was a danger and tried to attack it, resulting in him crashing into a stone wall and cracking it. He's fine though, don't worry! As for Malleus...well, Yuu couldn't find him to test it out, but Tsunotarou was highly interested in the shiny dot and stalked it. There was something fascinatingly terrifying yet adorable to see someone that looks like a dragon crouching low to the ground like a cat, and endearing seeing the pout on his face when he couldn't catch it in his claws. Don't worry, Yuu gave him some ice cream to cheer him up!...once the fire was put out from him attacking the dot of course.

Needless to say, the laser pointer was confiscated for a while and only given back to use with Grim once it was learned it helped burn off some energy--along with some of the more aggressive and energetic students.

Jamil has asked to borrow it on more than one occasion to wear down Kalim whenever he gets the zoomies! 😂

#twisted wonderland #twst #twisted wonderland monster au #twst monster au

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antvnger · 2 years ago

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Hey Scott would you like to see my dog ?, I have some pictures I can show you from a photo album I'm making of her, This is Mella she is my best friend, She's an Australian silky terrier Cross,

I'm not sure what she is crossed with though because we got her from the pound when she was one. She is ten now. Mella gets spoiled with walks and getting brushed sometimes. She is due for a haircut soon actually.

She still plays with her toys which is quite adorable and whenever she gets super excited she does what I call the zoomies. Spinning around in circles like a tornado xD.

She is a very lucky dog because she has been in a tinny boat and ran around on an island that had two huge sand dune hills on it, She has also been on a plane to move up to our new house, Poor thing got so happy to see us after her trip. She enjoys visiting many beaches too, When she hits the sand she still runs around like crazy she loves it. Sometimes if she is tired or when she feels like it she will rest her head on your shoulder if you hold her too.

Aaaaww! Look at her! She’s cute! She looks and sounds like an awfully sweet dog. I bet you have loads of fun with her.

And I like her name too. Mella seems to fit her really good. You’ve got a lot of great pictures of her. Obviously you love her very much.

#ask scott lang #scott lang #ant-man #itsybitsyraptor7447 #dogs #mella #sweet dogs #photos #dog photos #ant man #antman

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germanshepherddoginfo · 2 years ago

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13 Strange Dog Behaviors Explained

Strange Dog Behaviors Explained: Dogs bring immeasurable joy to those around them. Your furry goofball is often a ball of energy that is constantly running, sniffing around, and playing. Aside from their usual playfulness, it isn’t unusual to see them do strange things that baffle pet parents. However, most of these behaviors have a reason behind them and we will explain to you what each of these signs means. We’ve compiled 13 of the most unusual behaviors of dogs for you to understand their cues better.

1. Why Does Your Dog Get the "Zoomies"

If your dog suddenly has random bursts of energy and sprints off then you have just observed what is called “zoomies'' and is one of the Strange Dog behaviors. This adorably hilarious behavior is perfectly normal for dogs. The reason behind this is quite simple, it means that your dog is very happy and feeling energetic. Zoomies are a way to release that pent-up energy and a positive sign that your dog is healthy. It usually happens before a walk, after bath time, or when they see after work. Just keep in mind to steer your pet to a safe area to avoid them crashing into your or surrounding objects. Additionally, ensure that there are no slippery floors as there may be a risk of injury.

2. Constantly Spinning in Circles

The various behavioral change in dogs can be confusing to dog owners sometimes, and you can look up crittertips.com to learn more about these traits and other Strange Dog behaviors. Much like zoomies, your pet will spin around in circles from the excitement. Dogs will also spin before going to the bathroom as well as around their blankets or bed before sleeping to ensure it is comfortable. However, if it happens too frequently, then there may be a cause for alarm. This is often a sign of anxiety, brain infection, inner ear infection, and even seizures in the case of elderly dogs. Immediately consult a veterinarian to determine whether the issue is a neurological or psychological one and get treated promptly.

3. Nipping and Biting

Although playful biting and nipping may be adorable which puppies do to get attention, it can quickly become a headache if the habit stays into adulthood. If the dog becomes hyper or excited the playful bites can quickly turn into serious injuries. Biting can also signal that your dog is in pain or has serious anxiety issues. Always observe your pet’s body language and facial expression to determine whether the bite is due to anger. Finally, consult a vet for any doubts regarding behavioral issues.

4. Begging for Food

Both the pet and their pet parents are to blame for this behavior. Keep in mind that the opportunistic feeding nature of dogs means that they will eat whatever is offered to them at any time of the day. Owners also encourage this by treating them for every trick and Once they realize that the staring and begging get them snacks they will repeat these Strange Dog behaviors more in long run. However, if your dog is pregnant, nursing, growing puppies, and those undergoing physical training and exercise are prone to larger appetites. Nonetheless, it is okay to treat them after a job or trick but don’t turn it into a habit.

5. Peeing and Pooping in the House

While potty-training, your dog can sometimes have minor accidents in the house and that is normal. However, the concern arises when a potty-trained dog suddenly starts pooping and peeing in the house. This signals an underlying medical problem which can range from incontinence to inflammatory bowel disease. It is especially common in male dogs and in order to prevent this, your dog must be neutered at the right age.

6. Rolling in Stinky Things

The superior sense of smell of dogs is a widely known fact. They have a whopping 300 million olfactory receptors compared to the measly 6 million receptors in humans. This would make you think that they would steer clear of pungent, strong smells. On the contrary, these smells are like perfume to them. It is thought this behavior stems from their instinctual hunting practices where rolling in strong smells would conceal their scent from prey.

7. Chases Her Tail

This cute behavior is quite common among dogs and like spinning, it is a way to expend their energy. However, if your has a tendency to chase their tails continuously then it may be due to flea allergy, dermatitis, or anal gland issues. If you suspect that your pet is chasing tails constantly then consult a vet to get them treated as early as possible.

8. Cock Their Head

Watching your furry friend tilt their head is a very human-like gesture and is quite endearing. There are many theories behind why they exhibit such mannerisms. One assumption is that it helps them hear better and tune in to certain high-value words like ‘walk’ or ‘dinner’. This is usually normal but if seen frequently, it may be a sign of ear infections, vertigo, or other vestibular system disorder. It is best to get a full physical examination and get their ear canals checked.

9. Eating Poop

Seeing your dog eat gross things or poop can be quite disturbing for pet owners. However, there is a scientific reason behind it, eating poop or ‘coprophagy’ is fairly common and traces back to their ancestral scavenger instincts. Dogs have originally evolved as scavengers and feral dogs of today still thrive on less than ideal food options like poop or vomit. The reason that they don’t get sick after eating such things is that their gut is able to process the bacteria and contaminants in addition to extracting nutritional value from them. The evolutionary changes in animals in order to survive are truly fascinating.

10. Sniffing Butts

This awkward behavior on meeting new dogs is just their way of saying hello and is akin to handshakes among humans. Their anal glands have scent markers that allow your dog to identify the other dog’s mood as well as their sex. So next time, your dog meets new canine friends, let them sniff each other for a proper introduction.

11. Yawning

You may think that yawning in dogs is similar to humans and indicates tiredness. But it seems to have a more important function for our dogs. As yawning usually occurs during transitional phases like waking up or sleeping, it stimulates the nervous system. It can also be a sign of an emotional response to stress. These shifts in behavior will help identify your dog’s distress and avoid any issues.

12. Sniffing Crotches

Though awkward and embarrassing, this behavior is perfectly normal for your dogs. In fact, this is their way of collecting information about you. The highest concentration of pheromones is in the crotch and dogs use their highly sensitive noses to identify them. Try not to be embarrassed by it as it is a friendly way of saying hi among canines.

13. Running in Their Sleep

As you may have guessed, it indicates they are dreaming. Studies suggest that dogs act out their instinctual traits while they are asleep under covers like pointers ‘pointing’ in their sleeping. If the running seems excessive it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. You should also consult a vet if your dog is sleeping too much.

Conclusion

Most dog behaviors have emotional and scientific aspects to them. As pet parents, you should be informed about these behaviors and understand your pets better. Your pets can’t talk so these gestures are their way of communicating with you. It is your responsibility to interpret them and resolve any issues with your furry friends. Read the full article

#StrangeDogBehaviors

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davidgeorgevartanian · 2 years ago

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Psalms 24: Who Will Ascend the Hill of the Lord (July 31, 2022)

1. “The earth is the Lord’s, and all it contains,

The world, and those who live in it.

2. For He has founded it upon the seas

And established it upon the rivers.

3. Who may ascend onto the hill of the Lord?

And who may stand in His holy place?

4. One who has clean hands and a pure heart,

Who has not lifted up his soul to deceit

And has not sworn deceitfully.

5. He will receive a blessing from the Lord

And righteousness from the God of his salvation.

6. This is the generation of those who seek Him,

Who seek Your face—even Jacob.

Selah”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭24:1-6‬ ‭NASB2020‬‬

Psalms has been prayer fuel for me for the past several months, and Psalms 24:1-6 has become one of my favorite passages. Let’s break it down:

Psalms 24 begins as prayers should, which is to bring our mind into proper orientation before our heavenly Father. Verse one says, “The earth is the Lord’s and all it contains. The world, and those who live in it.” Everything in the world belongs to the Father because God birthed it out of an overflow of love and mothers it with loving power. Julian of Norwich in her book, Revelations of Divine Love, meditated on the nature of a little hazel nut, and recognized that all things in creation are just like it. She says,

“I marveled how [the hazelnut] might last, for I thought it might suddenly have fallen to nothing [because of it’s] littleness. And I was answered in my understanding: It lasts and ever shall, for God loves it. And so have all things their beginning by the love of God. In this little thing I saw three properties. The first is that God made it. The second that God loves it. And the third, that God keeps it.”

Her point is that we can’t see God, but he is perfectly hidden and revealed in all things from massive galaxies to hazel nuts. Paul writes in Romans 1:20 that creation reveals God’s “eternal power and divine nature,” and God’s nature is creative, loving, and joyous. Last month, we went on a boat trip in Santa Barbara and saw a pod of dolphins. Dozens of dolphins swam up to ride the wake of the boat. They were utterly free and playful. Think about how a pod of dolphins reflects the intelligence, freedom, and joy of God. What’s more, think about things in nature like the mating dances of birds, and how dogs get the zoomies, and how colorful galaxies spin, as well as particles in atoms. If art is informed by the interests, and personality, and experiences of the artist, then we can see what creation reveals about God- how the eternal and communal relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit must be like a joyful dance circle. The obvious answer to why God created anything was to expand the circle of this divine dance. “Well, that’s a nice thought, but what about suffering?” God’s compassion with suffering does not take away from his infinite joy, because the opposite of joy is not suffering, it is despair in suffering. Dallas Willard describes this in his book, The Divine Conspiracy,

“Undoubtedly he is the most joyous being in the universe. The abundance of his love and generosity is inseparable from his infinite joy. All of the good and beautiful things from which we occasionally drink tiny droplets of soul-exhilarating joy, God continuously experiences in all their breadth and depth and richness… God sees this all the time. He sees it, experiences it, knows it from every possible point of view, this and billions of other scenes like and unlike it, in this and billions of other worlds. Great tidal waves of joy must constantly wash through his being.”

This is the God we should believe in, and it is important to orient our minds properly in relation to who God actually is and not what our wounds, our insecurities, and our culture shape God into in our minds. The Greek god Zeus was transliterated as Deus in Latin, which became the English word “god.” The myth of Zeus was an old man on a distance throne: materialistic, lustful, violent, and very worldly. And for many people, discipleship to Jesus is impossible or stunted because their view of God is most often a reflection of their parents or the authority figure they grew up with. Richard Rohr has written, “It’s almost tragic to witness how many people are afraid of God, experience God as cold and absent, and even have a sense of God as someone who might hurt and betray them.” Look again at the psalm, in verse 3. The first word used to describe God indirectly is “holy,” which literally means “set apart.” He is not like Zeus and far more loving, compassionate, and wise than even the best parents among us. And because of that He is holy.

How much of our prayers are focused on praising our heavenly Father for what sets him apart? We should be praying daily about God’s holiness, because discipleship flows out of theology, which is our beliefs about God. And a therapeutic theology will lead to a whole-hearted discipleship. Maybe we will half-heartedly live for an angry, distant, and judgmental God, but we’ll much more whole-heartedly live for a joyful God that is rejoicing over us, because we are his children. You see this with Jesus at his baptism and transfiguration. His discipleship to the Father flowed out of being declared as chosen and beloved. A very loved, mirrored, and grateful person is not a needy person. They have received, now they can give. I think God is often waiting for us to stop asking him for things and wants us to learn to simply find joy his joyful presence. “Presence” in the Lord’s Prayer is described in the Greek as “in the heavens.” “Our Father, who is in heaven” is more accurately translated from the Greek as “Our Father, who is in the heavens.” The heavens includes the first heaven, which in Hebrew cosmology was the atmosphere; that is, the air we breathe. It makes sense why the Greek and Hebrew word for “spirit” also means “breath.” “The earth is the Lord’s and all it contains.” God exhaled it into existence, or as Genesis 1 puts it: the Spirit of God hovered over the formless earth as God said “Let there be light.” That same spirit comes into into us as a gift, and makes our lives just like scripture: god-breathed.

Let’s look at verse two: “For He has founded it upon the seas And established it upon the rivers.” Verse one is about recognizing that God created the world and breathed life into it. And so it all belongs to him. At a deeper level, the more we are aware of God’s presence, the more our life will seem God-breathed. But what is the quality of God’s presence in our lives? That is what the imagery of water could be pointing to. The image of water is a repeating symbol in scripture of God’s gracious invitation to union. Here’s some quick examples:

Remember that Peter uses the image of the flood in 1 Peter 3 to make a comparison to baptism. He points out that those on the ark were “brought safely through the water.” And where was Noah brought to? A covenant relationship. Remember Genesis 21 when Ismael is about to die in the desert after Hagar is kicked out of Abraham’s household. God hears the cries of the baby and creates a well of water to save his life. And it says “God was with the boy and he grew up.” He saved Ismael with water in order to have a relationship with him. Also, think about what is peculiar about the story of John the Baptist. He was a Levite and the son of priest who worked in the temple in Jerusalem. Why was he inviting the multitudes out into the wilderness to get baptized in the Jordan River, instead of using the baptismals called Mikvahs that we’re already set up around the temple? Why was John worshipping God in the wilderness instead of in the temple with his father Zachariah? Because due to ritual purity laws, a lot of people were continually being excluded from entry into the temple. But the ministry of John was inclusive, demonstrating that God and forgiveness of sins were as available as water. No one could be refused from entering the river. Worthiness was a none issue. Turning away from sin and accepting God’s mercy was the only issue at hand. Water is the image of gracious invitation to union, because God is as available as water. This is a relationship that begins as a gift and continues as one. No matter how guilty and disappointed you feel after the umpteenth time of failing to be perfect, there are no hoops to jump through to get to God’s mercy. He is forgiving you up to seventy times seven and beyond, so you can be embrace and remain in his loving presence. And the quality of the relationship that you are daily invited into is one of abundance. Jesus says in John 7:38 “The one who believes in Me, as the Scripture said, ‘From his innermost being will flow rivers of living water.’ ”Jesus is referring to the Spirit, which he later breathes onto the disciples in John 20:22.

The direction of spiritual maturity progressively opens our eyes to seeing God as a king up there, to loving father with us, to holy spirit within us. And this is a movement of our souls towards holiness and abundance. A major issue that affects most of us at one point in our journey with God is: why am I not experiencing abundance? Why am I instead experiencing boredom, lack of motivation, uncontrollable anger, anxiety, and compulsions? And the answer to that lies in verse 3: “Who may ascend the hill of the Lord, and who may stand in his holy place?” That question presupposes that you want to ascend the hill of the Lord. The river seems to run dry within us and we miss out on the abundance that God wants us to experience in him precisely because we are dismissing his invitations to ascend the hill towards holiness.

I recognize that one of my biggest issues has been that I can’t hear God’s voice in scripture because I’m reading it for information, and not for transformation. Or I’m reading it to inspire myself to deny the parts of me that I don’t really want transformed, because deep down, I cherish that sin. That’s gets too the heart of intention. We often cannot figure out how to apply the scriptures we read because in fact, we don’t have the intention to actually follow it. And why is that? Because sin is comforting and gets us through the day. It’s easy to be half-hearted, because sin, in a lot of ways, makes a secular life easier. That is the deceitfulness of sin. But reality is what happens to us even if we deny the truth, because the truth of what we are sowing into our lives is always exposed by what is reaped out of it. You can’t beat the Red Light. Reality will t-bone you halfway across the intersection. If we sow distraction, hurriedness, inordinate pleasure-seeking, deceit, vain conceit, and workaholism into our lives, then we will reap season after season of deminishing devotion. Our Father in the heavens is saying: come up the hill of the Lord with me and stand in my holy place, so that I can sow righteousness and blessings into your life, and then you will have joy in my joyful presence. That’s the vision God has for us!

Now the practical means of obedience come after intention, and intention comes after vision. We can learn how to imitate Jesus, if we are motivated to learn. Kingdom-living is not a discipline like Shaolin kung fu that can only be learned by an elusive master on an impassible mountaintop. God himself told the Israelites that his commands were not burdensome. There’s a temptation to think that the problem of obedience is informational. Someone thinking like this would say, “Our problem is that our ministers are not telling us what to do and how to do it.” This is the kind of person who is stuck thinking that if they just hear another class on the basics of discipleship, then it will all finally click. I am guilty of this. I clamor to read more books and find more spiritual lectures, as if lack of knowledge is the main issue holding me back, and not a lack of faith in grace, which is calling me to follow Jesus as I am, and not as I ideally should be. That’s a vision problem, not a merely practical one.

Again, the burden of obeying Jesus comes from our lack of intention, which stems from our lack of a vision. Vision is what moves our hearts to trust, which is a synonym for faith. Who can be faithful unless they trust that God is with them and for them? Look at this illustration in Exodus 32: the Hebrews were waiting at the bottom of Mt Sinai, while Moses went up to commune with God. Even though these people heard the Lord’s voice out of the thunder and lightning and the thick cloud that laid on top of the mountain, they did not have a vision of communing with God like priests, which is the vision that God had for them in Exodus 19:6. If they had understood and accepted this vision, then they would have spent their time waiting for Moses to return by celebrating the fact that they were about to receive the word of the Lord, instead of reveling in idolatry. That’s a challenging image of spiritual immaturity: wavering between the choice to use our time and resources to celebrate God or revel in sin.

For us, what lies on the bottom of the hill is worldliness, which in 1 John 2:16 is defined by the “lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life.” The lust of the eyes is our hunger for more stuff and experiences that confuses being vain with being special. The lust of the flesh are the desires that we have accustomed our bodies to craving, which confuse pleasure with contentment. And the pride of life defines our worth by our work and possessions and reputation, which wrongly places prerequisites on our own worthiness. In the Way of the Heart, Henri Nouwen teaches that our culture pressures us to create a false self and an egocentric identity based on work, accumulation and reputation, and the result is a hurried life that is too busy for God. The calendars of Christians can very easily look like the calendars of non-Christians. And then we become, as Nouwen writes, “busy people just like all other busy people, rewarded with the rewards which are rewarded to busy people. All this is simply to suggest how horrendously secular our ministerial lives tend to be.” So worldliness, and the comfortable lies that justify it, are what we are stuck with until reality happens to us and opens our eyes to the truth. Let’s conclude by quickly addressing the lies of the world.

The truth is that we are not special because things in our life distinguish us from other people. We are special because God chooses us individually and communally to enter his divine dance. And he made us perfectly capable and worthy of accepting his invitations up the hill of the Lord. The truth is that freedom from “the lust of the flesh” is possible, if we surrender to the rhythm of life and disciplines of Jesus. Teachings on the ways and means of imitating Jesus’ life are easy too find. We just need a vision of standing in his holy place to give us the motivation to seek after them. The cruz of it is: God does not make us too busy for holiness. And I say this humbly from far too much personal experience. I’ll go so far as to say that I’ve spent the majority of my time in the church failing to learn this lesson. God does not make us too busy. We can make ourselves too busy when we are wordly, and we are caught up in the lust of the eyes, and the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. And finally, the truth is, as Brené Brown writes in The Gift of Imperfection: “our worth has no prerequisites,” because God chose us for adoption before the creation of the world, which is before we had a chance to prove or disprove our worthiness. Our challenge is not that we need to earn the Father’s favor, but that we need to accept what he is offering. Richard Rohr writes in Things Hidden that when we accept God’s favor, then we are highly favored. When we accept God’s love, then we are the beloved, on whom his favor rests. When we accept his mercy, we are forgiven. It’s as simple as that. But it requires two things: faith in who God actually is and radical honesty about who we are.

There is no path to cleans hands and a pure heart without practicing radical honesty and without refusing to “lift up [our] souls to deceit.” No amount of faith in the power and grace of God will carry us up the hill of the Lord, if we refuse to face our woundedness, and our vanity, and our sin. For me, I am still figuring out how to expose my shadow-self to the light of Jesus. But the more I practice being honest about my weaknesses and my insecurities, the more confidence I find in Christ. And I’m relying on God’s faithfulness to help me presevere in that inward journey. In Everything Belongs, Richard Rohr writes: “the most courageous thing we will ever do is to bear humbly the mystery of our own reality.” I know that with God’s abundant favor, we can absolutely bear the cross of who we have been, who we are, and who we need to become to enjoy deeper fellowship with our joyful Father in the heavens.

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8 Strange Behaviors Of Dogs

Sometimes our dogs do the weirdest things. Once you understand the reason behind these peculiar dog behaviors, the conduct itself makes a lot more sense. Eating grass is a part of normal behavior of dogs. A dog eating grass may seem strange to humans, but it’s quite normal, Dog owners wonder why their dog eat grass quickly and then vomit shortly after. Many people believe that dogs need to eat grass in order to relive their upset stomach. It totally depends on the situation as some dogs will eat grass to induce vomiting and relive their upset stomach, while other dogs are just hungry or interested and then get sick unintentionally. Dogs are omnivores, which means their diet consists of both plants and animal protein. Eating grass provides dogs with a good amount of fiber, which aids in the dog’s ability to digest food and pass their stool. Some dogs eat grass because they enjoy its taste, eating non-food items like grass is actually a condition known as pica, and sometimes it can be related to nutritional deficiencies. If your dog’s diet is lacking key nutrients, minerals and vitamins it is more likely to show this strange behavior. Though grass itself present no threat to your dog’s health, herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers that are applied to grass can be harmful to your dog.

8 Strange Behaviors Of Dogs

1. Chasing its tail

Tail chasing is one of the charming habits of dogs. Although it is normal for dogs to sometimes spin out of happiness and excitement. Tail chasing is often playful, especially if your dog is young. A dog chasing his tail is usually just burning excess energy, but it could just be for fun. But if they do this constantly, they might have diseases like anal gland or skin allergies. It can also be compulsive behavior issue that gets worse with time. In such case you should talk to your veterinarian.

2. Digging holes in the yard

This behavior of dog could simply be boredom or fun game. It might be frustrating for you, but for dogs its natural. Some dogs dig to cool off to lie on a hot summer day, or it can also be the sign that your dog is bored. Digging holes can also result that your dog is wanting to escape the yard or something they fear. If you want to save your yard and stop your dog from digging make sure your dog has a lot of activities throughout the day.

3. Poop eating

This is the weirdest crazy dog behavior. Dogs, especially puppies commonly eat poop this often simply reflects natural dog instincts. Dogs may be more likely to eat poop when they don’t get enough nutrients or when they’re stressed. Coprophagia is a scientific name for this poop eating habit. When it occurs in puppies, coprophagia is normally considered part of the process of exploring the world around them. Poop eating is also behavior that is more likely to occur in multi-dog households.

4. Zoomies

Occasionally dogs will get a random burst of energy that results in them doing laps around the yard or house known as “the zoomies” pet parents typically wonder causes of this hilarious activity. A frequent cause of zoomies is an excess buildup of energy that dogs hold on to, which is then released in one big burst. The zoomies are the sign of being happy. There is nothing wrong with this normal behavior of dog as long as your dog doesn’t run around unsafe place.

5. Licking or biting paws

Like many other strange behaviors, licking paws can be normal. Nonstop chewing or licking on paws to the point of red spots is cause for concern. Licking dry skin is a dog’s attempt at reliving the dryness. Allergies or any injury could be causing discomfort or itchy skin, cause dogs to react by licking. When a dog is experiencing pain in his foot or somewhere else in their body, some dogs will try to manage it by licking their front paw continuously. If you are concerned there is underlying health issue, seek advice of veterinarian.

6. Walks in circle before lying down

Walking in circle before lying down is completely normal. Prior to taking naps, dogs often walk in circles and scratch at their sleeping place. Turning in circle before lying down is the act of self-preservation in that the dog may innately know that he needs to position himself in a particular way to ward off an attack in the wild. You could blame dog’s ancestors for this dog behavior.

7. Staring

When dogs stare at you, it might be excepting that you will give them treat or shower them with affection or praise. Dogs will stare at their owners to express affection. In some cases, dog might be staring at you in pleading way when there’s something wrong. Remember that some dogs consider direct eye contact threatening, therefore, before gazing back at him make sure he is not showing any signs of aggression or fear.

8. Howling

Howling is multi-frequency sound that travels long distances. The reasons for howling are simple. When your dog heard high-pitched sound such as train whistle or siren. Dogs howl due to separation anxiety or due to some environmental trigger or out of habit. A dog’s howling can be a way of your pet calling for you, seeking your attention. Sometimes dog might howl due to illness. Something could be physically wrong, or your dog could be suffering from internal pain. So, if your dog is consistently howling make sure to check them.

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He's very happy rn. He has a shithead brother and 2 big sisters. He's sleeping in bed with my mom who's napping after a work conference. Currently there are 4 of us all cuddled up in the bed.

Here's some photos

This is Gina. We call her the Bear because she's very plump and cylindrical. She's a full pitbull. Absolute sweetheart, has a literal licking addiction. She will lick anything. She's a menace. We got her when she was 2 in 2017-2018 ish. She's been rehomed twice and was saved from a kill-shelter.

This is Loki. He's my shadow boy. He's a pit-boxer-black lab mix. We got him when he was a puppy from a family who's dogs had pups and were looking to rehome when they were wheened. He loves racing with his bother across our backyard fence. He could be an Olympic jumper (he's jumped over 5 feet high on a regular basis) and he's a menace for headpats and belly rubs.

The other two don't like photos much so there are very few. One won't ever sit still and one is just very aloof.

This is Luna. She's a pit-boxer mix. She actually Ran into our house when people were leaving a baby shower we were holding for my (at the time, long story) step-sister. She was full of energy and very hungry. Not microchipped, no flyers or online posts, well groomed, nails clipped, wouldn't jump up on couches and knew basic commands. We waited 3 months for anyone to look for her, no one did. So we kept her. She's a sweetheart, very aloof, was raised from about 9 months to a year old, right after we had cats so she adopted a very cat-like attitude. She loves the zoomies and spins in circles. She's very patient, loves walks and tug of war.

And last but most egotistical, Hopper. He was raised from our family in NC. My favorite dog of theirs was (a bit of a whore) pregnant from multiple other neighborhood dogs. She had pups and I fell in love with the cute little cow spotted boy. He has a huge personality and zoomies that last for days. He's part jack Russell terrier part rat terrier (we think). He's actually bigger than he was supposed to be because of the dog food we give our other dogs. He's very stingy, steals other dogs toys and treats without remorse. He loves to nibble noses and ears, will bathe you and even give you some French kisses if you don't give him enough attention.

Everyone shut up and look at my baby boy.

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Dog Zoomies: Why They Happen and What to Do

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Dog zoomies are what they sound like. It’s hard not to smile when you see a joyful dog running wildly around your house or yard, zipping back and forth for a few moments before collapsing after a case of what most of us call the “zoomies.” Dog zoomies, or Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPS) as they’re technically called, generally only last a few minutes at most.

What happens before the dog zoomies hit?

A glint in your dog’s eyes might be a sign that he is about to start zooming. Photography ©amandafoundation.org | E+/Getty Images.

Before the zoomies hit, dogs often get a glint in their eyes, and they may start to play-bow at you or other dogs. Dogs with the zoomies often run quickly from one side of the yard or room to the other, back and forth, or spin in circles until they fall down. My youngest dog really enjoys trying to catch her tail when she has the zoomies. While zoomies in dogs and the frantic movements your dog exhibits when they hit might seem concerning, they are actually a normal part of happy dog behavior, and as long as your dog is zooming in a safe space, these FRAPS are nothing to be concerned about.

Why do zoomies in dogs happen?

Dog zoomies tend to hit puppies and young dogs more frequently than older dogs, but zoomies are a great way for dogs of any age to release pent-up energy. Dogs get the zoomies for a variety of reasons — when they are highly excited or aroused or after watching another dog engage in high-energy play. Sometimes, dogs get the zoomies when they are confused or slightly stressed at a dog-training class, such as when the skills being worked on are challenging and they need to blow off some of that nervous energy.

For many dogs of all ages, bath time brings out the zoomies! Even my 15-year-old dog starts zooming around like a puppy after bath time is over. While dog zoomies are very natural for dogs, if they happen very frequently, it might be a good idea to think about how much exercise your pup gets, and if there are ways to add more structured exercise outlets into his day.

Controlling dog zoomies

Zoomies are a natural part of behavior for dogs, and not something you should worry about preventing or discouraging, so long as your dog is zooming in a safe place. This means inside your home or fenced yard, ideally on carpet, and away from breakable items, or small children or elderly family members who could be accidentally knocked over by a large, zooming dog. Try to avoid letting your dog zoom on hardwood floors, or other slick surfaces. While it might seem funny to see a frapping dog slipping and skidding on floors, it can be very dangerous as your dog could slip and injure himself.

So, instead of trying to control the zoomies in dogs, control the environment in which he zooms. For example, if you know your dog gets the FRAPS after a bath, be sure to take him directly from the bath (either being carried or by leash) to a room or yard where he can safely zoom.

Never chase a dog with the zoomies

Sometimes the dog zoomies will strike your dog not just at a moment that’s inconvenient (like when dinner guests are about to arrive), but at a time or place that’s actually dangerous, like off leash at a dog park that isn’t fenced (please always obey leash laws). In a situation like that, you need to catch your dog quickly, and when a dog has the zoomies he might “forget” his training.

The most important thing, which seems counterintuitive, is not chasing after a frapping dog. If you chase your dog, he is likely to misinterpret this as you playing with him. That will inspire him to continue running! Instead of chasing your dog, run away from him (in a direction free of roads or other dangers) and encourage your dog to follow you in a happy voice. It’s good to be prepared for this moment, and make sure to have high-value treats and/or toys on you at all times.

On a related note, teach your dog that “come” is always a fun idea. To do this, regularly practice recalls with your dog on a longline or in a safely fenced area using treats, praise and other positive techniques to teach your dog to reliably come. Never punish your dog for not coming when called, instead set up training situations that enable him to be successful next time by decreasing distractions, adding a leash or longline, decreasing the distance you are from your dog when you call her, and/or using a higher value treat as a reward.

Dealing with a dog who seems to have a permanent case of the zoomies? Does he have ADHD? What to know about high-energy, hyperactive dogs >>

This piece was originally published on February 13, 2018.

Sassafras Lowrey is an award-winning author. Her novels have been honored by organizations ranging from the Lambda Literary Foundation to the American Library Association. Sassafras is a Certified Trick Dog Instructor, and assists with dog agility classes. Sassafras lives and writes in Brooklyn with her partner, a senior Chihuahua mix, a rescued Shepherd mix and a Newfoundland puppy, along with two bossy cats and a semi-feral kitten. Learn more at sassafraslowrey.com

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Dog Zoomies: Why They Happen and What to Do

What happens before the dog zoomies hit?

A glint in your dog’s eyes might be a sign that he is about to start zooming. Photography ©amandafoundation.org | E+/Getty Images.

Why do zoomies in dogs happen?

Controlling dog zoomies

Never chase a dog with the zoomies

Dealing with a dog who seems to have a permanent case of the zoomies? Does he have ADHD? What to know about high-energy, hyperactive dogs >>

This piece was originally published on February 13, 2018.

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4 Dog Sounds and What They Mean

Is Your Dog Peeing a Lot? Should You Worry?

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Fuck you I’m gonna :) /lh

🪐Wheelies “bark” but not like a dog. Their horn kinda functions like that. The intensity of it determines their mood. The louder the horn, the more upset they are. When they’re happy it sounds like a cute little beep!

🪐They headbutt stuff! It’s their way of “sniffing” things to get a feel for them. If they like someone, they press the front of their body to the persons hand/nub/paw!

🪐When they’re angry, their tailpipes shoot out pitch black smoke. Wheelies that don’t have tailpipes will spin their bodies in place, similarly to having a car in park and hitting the gas. Some that have tailpipes do this anyway.

🪐Incredibly friendly and loyal! They like being around others and have a “pack” with those they’re close with. The biggest wheelie is the leader! They’ll usually listen to anything bigger than them, but being smaller than them makes them harder to train.

🪐Despite being nowhere near suited for water, they love getting wet and being clean! They get so fucking excited when they get to bathe. If you’ve ever seen those videos of people spraying water from a hose at their dogs and the dogs are going fucking crazy over it, you can picture how wheelies are when it comes to water. They don’t like swimming though and prefer shallow bodies of water they can roll through.

🪐They get zoomies!!!! When they’re super excited they just drive around in a small area with little to no concern for their surroundings. Sometimes they’ll just drive in a small circle for a minute or two before toppling over from a mix of dizziness and exhaustion from going so fast.

🪐Easily trained! They don’t usually come with the armor and tailpipes seen on wheelie bikes (those are additions that they grow into!), some species do grow these parts as they age. Fitting one with this isn’t fun and they usually get fussy about it but they like it once they realize it’s just something for their rider to sit on! They can still go fast!! They can still zoom around!! They just gotta wear a sort of harness with a seat and armor!!!!!

🪐Different breeds for different purposes! They haven’t been bred a lot because it could mess with the species but they did make a few species for different purposes! Regular Wheelie Bikes are mostly for racing! They can be like pets, although they’re super high energy and need a lot of attention and exercise. Wheelie Scooters are made for basic transportation! They’re much calmer but still need a lot of attention! Rex Wheelies were bred for nomad hunters! They’re built for combat and tend to be aggressive. They can be very sweet!!! But most aren’t :(

Wheelie bikes are like dogs. Maybe I will elaborate.

#fira knight screeches #fira makes braincells #hey fuck you I make my own rules /j #wheelies are just big weird dogs I will not change my mind

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Dog Zoomies: Why They Happen and What to Do

What happens before the dog zoomies hit?

A glint in your dog’s eyes might be a sign that he is about to start zooming. Photography ©amandafoundation.org | E+/Getty Images.

Why do zoomies in dogs happen?

Controlling dog zoomies

Never chase a dog with the zoomies

Dealing with a dog who seems to have a permanent case of the zoomies? Does he have ADHD? What to know about high-energy, hyperactive dogs >>

This piece was originally published on February 13, 2018.

Read more about dog behavior and training on Dogster.com:

4 Dog Sounds and What They Mean

Is Your Dog Peeing a Lot? Should You Worry?

Why Do Dogs Scratch Their Beds?

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