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How to Clean Up a Doggy Disaster (Without Losing Your Cool)

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Accidents happen. Even the best-behaved dogs have the occasional mishap. But when your furry friend makes a mess, it can be tempting to lose your shit. After all, you’ve just spent ages cleaning your house, and now you have to start all over again. Damn dogs.

But take a deep breath, scream out your rage with a single ‘Whhhhyyyy’. But alas there’s no need to panic. With a little planning and prep, you can clean up any doggy disaster without breaking a sweat.

Here are a few tips:

1. Act quickly. The faster you clean up a mess, the easier it will be to remove. So as soon as you see your dog having an accident, or you discover a mess after the fact, take action immediately.

2. Have a cleanup kit on hand. Keep some carpet wipes, some kitchen roll, and a carpet cleaner in a central location in your house, so you can grab them quickly when you need them.

3. Start by containing the mess. Dogs out straight away. Block off the area around the mess.

4. Clean up the solid waste. Use a paper towel or toilet paper to pick up any solid waste. Dispose of it in the outside bin or flush it down the toilet.

5. Clean up the liquid mess. Use kitchen roll to soak up as much of the liquid as possible. Then, use a decent carpet cleaner/wipe to disinfect the area.

6. Let the area dry completely. Once you’ve cleaned up the mess, be sure to let the area dry completely before allowing your dog back into the room. This will help to prevent the spread of bacteria. Cannot stress the drying it. We use a hair dryer. Otherwise you’ll be walking in puddles with your socks a few days after the event.

Here are a few additional tips to help you keep your cool while cleaning up a doggy disaster:

  • Remember that it’s just an accident. Dogs don’t mess on the floor to laugh at you. They usually have a good reason for doing it, such as illness, stress, or anxiety.
  • Don’t punish your dog. Punishing your dog for having an accident will only make them more anxious and stressed, which can lead to more accidents. Instead, focus on positive reinforcement and training.
  • Take a break if you need it. If you’re starting to feel overwhelmed, take a break and come back to the mess later. There’s no need to rush. Or you know, fuel and matches work too. Make sure to remove all living creatures before doing this.

Cleaning up a doggy disaster is never fun, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. By following these tips, you can clean up any mess without losing your cool.

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A tips & tricks post of randomness

Andy Young1 Comment

I thought it would be nice to create a post with some tips and tricks that I have learned during my time on this rotating rock we can home. You’ll probably know a few of them already but brushing up on your knowledge never hurts.

Self-harm wounds
If you have self-harmed, it’s important to take care of your wounds properly to prevent infection. Here are some tips:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after treating your wound.
  • Clean the wound with soap and water or an antiseptic wipe.
  • Apply a sterile dressing to the wound and change it daily.
  • Keep the wound covered and dry.
  • Avoid scratching or picking at the wound.
  • When in doubt, please see a doctor.

Self-harming sucks. Except when you are doing it. You know it’s not right but the urge sometimes is too much and you just do it. Remember, you are not alone. There is help available, and you don’t have to go through this alone.

Hallucination distractions
Hallucinations can be very distressing and can make it difficult to do everyday things. However, there are some things you can do to distract yourself from them and make them less disruptive and annoying.

One way to distract yourself is to focus on your senses. Pay attention to what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. This can help bring you back to the present moment and make it harder for the hallucinations to take over.

You can also try to distract yourself by doing things that you enjoy. This could include listening to music, reading, watching TV, or spending time with other people. It really can take your mind off things.

Crisis
Being caught in a crisis can be a seriously overwhelming and scary experience. It can be difficult to know what to do or who to ask for help. However, there are some things that you can do to cope with a crisis and get through it.

First, it is important to stay calm. It is easy to panic when you are in a crisis, but panicking will only make things worse. Try to take deep breaths and focus on the present moment.

Second, it is important to reach out for help. If you are feeling overwhelmed, talk to friends and family. There are also many hotlines available that you can call for support. Like the Samaritans, they will speak to you for ages till you relax a bit or until help arrives.

Third, it is important to give yourself time to heal. It takes time to recover from a crisis. Don’t expect to feel better overnight. Be patient with yourself and allow yourself time to deal in your head with what caused the crisis.

Finally, it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many people who have been through crises and come out on the other side. You are not weak for needing help. It is okay to ask for help and to take time to get better.