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  1. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    Haha I can very much relate to this. I am one of a few straight women that play basketball in a Lesbian basketball league. It's for lesbians and allies, but really, 99% made up of lesbians. If people want to check me out, go ahead. I would be flattered! But really, as a straight woman, I'm...
  2. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    If you don't want people checking you out in locker rooms, change in private. Everyone was not fine before. Those who were not fine were silenced. Societal progression and open mindedness has allowed them to be heard. This is a good thing. "This country", being the USA, has finally started...
  3. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    Do the restrooms in your area not have stalls? How do you see people's privates in a restroom? And no, this law does not affect you at all. You've probably been to the restroom with trans people many times and never noticed, and it will stay that way.
  4. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    WHATTHEACTUAL****? Most cis-gender women and men use public changerooms/bathrooms to change and/or use the toilet. Most transgender women and men public changerooms/bathrooms to change and/or use the toilet. THEY ARE NOT TRYING TO GET A FREE ****ING SHOW! Stop sexualizing EVERYTHING the...
  5. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    I'm not trans, but I'm pretty sure lots of trans people do their best to "pass" as the gender they are transitioning to. A lot of that means dressing in feminine or masculine clothing and accessories. That's not to say some creeps may take advantage, but I don't think it is fair for fear of...
  6. Locke

    What do you think of this device?

    I've seen them used before, not a new concept. Works for some dogs, not for all. I'm in favour if it's less stressful for the dog, so it all depends on who is using it.
  7. Locke

    What is the most common thing you say to your dog(s)?

    Also, "why do you hate me?" for the many times he steps on my head, or jumps on my full bladder in the mornings.
  8. Locke

    What is the most common thing you say to your dog(s)?

    I say "hey little baby", "crazy baby" and "you little monster!" a lot...oh, and "what are you doing?!?!"
  9. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    Agree 10000%
  10. Locke

    Let's Be Controversial

    I am not a fan of prong/e-collars. I think breed specific temperaments/traits/characteristics are overstated. I can't say I've ever met a bunch of dogs of one breed that had all the same characteristics, and temperaments. Only their looks were consistent. So many breeders are breeding their...
  11. Locke

    Daycare People

    Yes, they were/are left unsupervised a few times while I was there for more than 15 minutes. I think it's a staffing issue, which is why I felt badly for turning down the job, but also why I turned down the job.
  12. Locke

    Daycare People

    The dog was left unsupervised IN the group of dogs with the citronella collar on. I about died. All the dogs had collars on, which I was also surprised about. The owner of the dog was one of the staff. She put the collar on her dog. I'm glad I followed my gut and did not go through with...
  13. Locke

    Daycare People

    So, I had a trial shift at a dog daycare recently, and they used a citronella bark collar on a dog that wouldn't stay quiet. Is this a common practice is daycares? I've decided not to take the position due to other things, but just curious if I should expect to see them used during future...
  14. Locke

    The Good News thread

    I'm starting at a dog daycare on Thursday. Really looking forward to it. I'm not sure why I waited this long to work with dogs...weeeeee!
  15. Locke

    The dog musing/vent thread

    I think taking the next 3.5-4 months to research breeders/dogs is a good idea! If you start planning now, you might be able to get a dog soon after you move out!
  16. Locke

    My two lurchers

    Love your girls! So cute!
  17. Locke

    Hobbies

    Your hobbies are so neat! If I had some land, I would love to have a small bee colony just for personal/family use (if that's even possible?) Soap making is actually on my list for this year. There is a place near me that runs different workshops, one of which was soap making. I missed it...
  18. Locke

    Living far from family

    In 5-10 years, I would really love to move out west to British Columbia, as long as my partner was able to secure a job there. The main thing keeping me (us) here is our families. We would be a 5 hr. flight away or 4-5 day drive. We are both quite close with our families. For those of you...
  19. Locke

    The one that got away?

    My first foster dog MeToo. 9 year old toy poodle with so much spunk. She was incredibly affectionate, LOVED people, loved running around like a maniac, could climb like a monkey, and had a thing for perching on shoulders, knees, crates, everything. I think the only reason I didn't keep her...
  20. Locke

    Large vs. Small Senior Dogs

    Thanks for the insight. It seems my concerns about elderly large breeds are somewhat common.
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