#this dog has a fantastic temperament too

[fjordfolk]

took pictures of exactly one dog this weekend (because i was asked to because she was in before us) and it's Troja's cousin Lita, almost 13 months old. I last saw her owner 9 years ago when she handed me a puppy I'd decided to name Sparta.

[super-hero-confessions]

I judge fandom ship top and bottom potential by how much potential a character has to be Nick Valentine. Cause Nick Valentine is the top of tops and the most absolute top to ever top. Nobody tops him.

Iron Bull and Love Sausage. Off the charts potential. 1000% possibility of Nick Valentine.

Billy Butcher. 0% Absolutely no potential for Nick Valentine. Bad bad temperament.

Hughie Campbell? NEGATIVE 1000% He wears a neon sign that says "Raw dog me, I'm a bottom."

Homelander... Eh, I'd say he has a decent chance given the right circumstances, the temperament for Nick Valentine is there but it is deeply buried and requires a lot of work. 67%? But like... Covered in shit. I got it, ranges from 32% to a 98%. Nick Valentine Homelander is possible and he's very epic.

M.M.? 100%

Soldier Boy... 0% because fuck him. But also bad temperament with no salvation chance.

Frenchie. 50% Smack dab even. Cause he's a French whore.

Kimiko. 100%

Susan Raynor. 200% Because fuck you Butcher, she was more Alpha than you will ever be.

Ashley Barrett... 75%??

Starlight. 66%

Queen Maeve. 88%

The Deep. Negative 2%

Black Noir. Solid 50%. Could go either way with him.

I should move on from The Boys.

Norman Osborn... I gotta be honest. He's like a negative 25%. But I guess there's technically salvation potential there. And if it's Willem Dafoe Norman Osborn, then he's at a solid 102%.

Sharon Carter. 97% She'd be so damn epic as Nick Valentine. She's close but a bit harsher.

Steve Rogers. 94% Actually almost is Nick Valentine depending on the version, so that number can go up.

Endgame Steve Rogers. Negative 40% He's such a fucking bottom and shell of his former self, it's not even funny. It's like he took all his potential, and just regressed into negative Nick Valentine plus extra Joe Biden or good God, fucking traded it in. Who the hell wants Joe Biden to Nick Valentine?? Just complete and utter disappointment.

Black Widow. 100%

Bucky Barnes... He's like a 49%. I love him but the boy's got issues, no duh. Not a whole lot of Nick Valentine.

Hawkeye. Actually a 96%. He's pretty cool when they do his character well. And very on point for Nick Valentine. Maybe a bit more Deacon though. He is 200% Deacon.

Tony Stark. Negative 12% Very little Nick Valentine potential and almost no salvation potential. Bad temperament, very emotional.

James Rhodes. 89% Tony gives him so much shit to deal with that it knocks points from his temperament.

Sam Wilson. Ranges from 78% to 106%! He's got great Nick Valentine potential!

Gorilla Grodd... 23%

Lex Luthor. Negative 6%

Batman. 0% Just straight up. Too emotionally constipated.

Superman. 100% Actually has fantastic Nick Valentine potential. They'd be like two peas in a pod!

Wonder Woman. 99%. With room for growth.

Judge Claude Frollo. Negative 30%, no chance of salvation. I'm sorry. Can't get over how he stuffed his nose in Esmeralda's hair. Creepy motherfucker.

Big Jack Horner... As much as it pains me, only 32% and there's just no room for character growth with that boy... But I'm okay with that.

Alexander Pierce. Surprisingly... Annoyingly... 76%. That is a lot higher than I was expecting but he's not so far off for Nick Valentine potential, that number could actually be higher.

Red Skull. Negative 1%

Lionel Luthor. 69%

Cable. 999%

Deadpool. He can go from 0% to 100% and back down to 0%, bit of a wild card. Canadian whore.

Charles Xavier. Negative 50%. I would say he had great Nick Valentine potential if he wasn't such a goddamn cheat with the mind reading.

Magneto... Ranges. 42% to 68% to 92%, depending on how much he's listening to Charles. The more, the higher. Cause when he's not listening, he's a maniac with less Nick Valentine.

Logan. 79%! Has actually been Nick Valentine a few times, but also a Canadian whore.

Scott Summers. Negative 79% Raging puckered butthole with such a reverse of Nick Valentine temperament.

Venom. 36%

Eddie Brock. 64%. Venom lacks a certain maturity for Nick Valentine while Eddie lacks a bit of intelligence. However, he's not stupid either. They work best pooling their Nick Valentine potential together.

Shrek. 1000%.

[doberbutts]

Hypothetically, what do you think would be good to outcross to/ do you think making several lines for example some for looks, others for temperament (all of this also prioritizing health) and then merging them could work? Idk I’m just getting into doggenetics etc so I’m probably wrong but it would be interesting to see what you think/ what you think would have the most success as an outcrossing program

I've answered this question so many times, but effectively:

As far as what would be good to outcross to, I think it's not as simple as a single outcross. Personally I would consider a dedicated outcrossing effort to several different dogs of different breeds- a mastiff type, a terrier type, a sighthound type, and a herding type. All of those with a preference for guarding/protection and all of those with a preference for working ability. However I don't believe it will be as easy as simply breeding one of each in. I think it will likely have to go like this:

[outcross] x pure >>> f1 x [largely unrelated] pure >>> f2 x [largely unrelated] pure >>> f3 x [different outcross] >>> f1b >>> and so on. And I believe this will likely need to be a large project, with this cycle being done to perhaps 100 genetically different pairings. As said before regarding the LUA dal project- it's great that a single outcross gave us LUA dalmatians but if every dalmatian becomes LUA that means every dalmatian in existence is now related to two dogs, which is a severe bottleneck. Dobermans are in the state they are and they're bottlenecked to 8 dogs. What will happen if dalmatians bottleneck to 2?

So an outcross that has any lasting effect will need to be done among 100s of different starting points, and then all of those bred together and back into the main breed breeding pool, and then we will just have to figure out the traits we didn't actually want and try to breed away from those traits we've just introduced into our breeding pool. And then, from there, decide if what we've got left still counts as a doberman or not. It will take a long time to regain aesthetic, but what the bigger question is is will we retain the temperament we want while chasing the health we need?

There are multiple problems with this plan and one of the major ones is that the doberman breed community is a toxic nightmare with people way too eager to stab each other in the back if it means they get their 5 seconds of fame, people lying about the health of their dogs and deliberately producing litters from dogs that should not be bred, people lying about their CODs and age of death of the dogs they have, people deliberately selling each other the worst dogs in the litter and expecting to get their dick sucked about it regardless... plagued with conservative racists and actual neonazis, the doberman community is not currently in any state to do more than continue to self-cannibalize on a larger scale until the breed dies out. Unfortunately, they're also the people who know the most about the breed and have the most effort that's being put into preserving what health and temperament we do have.

Another major problem with this plan is that the big three doberman killers, DCM CVI and cancer, are not things you can test for. So we may just solve the problem of juvenile renal disease, copper storage disease, thyroid disease, DM, HD, ED, and others that we can test for... but DCM kills roughly 50% of the entire breed and usually does so without warning, and there is no way to predict when or where it will strike if it happens at all. Both of Creed's parents died from DCM. Both of them were clear of the known genetic markers for the disease, both of them tested with fantastic hearts until one day they didn't, and both of them fell over dead one day and that was that. You can't test for that. And because you can't test for that, there's no way to know if all of this effort would even be worth it, in the end, if at the end of the day the second you breed back to doberman you go back to 50% of your dogs literally just collapsing and dying where they stand.

What few people in the breed are trying to make a difference are doing the best they can, but with both of those things against them, it often feels like a losing battle.

[pureformpethealth]

The Need for Essential Vitamins and supplements for dogs

Vitamins are essential for dogs, and each vitamin has a different function. Commercial dog diets are designed to meet the nutritional requirements of the vast majority of dogs. However, Healthy supplements for dogs may be helpful in certain circumstances.  

Remember that giving your dog too many supplements is wasteful if they are already getting enough of the right nutrients from food. The greatest selections about your dog's food and supplements may be made when you let your doctor assist you in understanding his nutritional demands.  

Vitamins and Minerals That Are Necessary for Dogs

These are the same nutrients humans need but in different doses. Here's a brief rundown of the nutrients dogs need to be healthy and happy: 

Fetal growth, visual acuity, and immune system health are all aided by vitamin A

Vitamin C helps with memory and keeps your dog safe from free radicals

Metabolic function, healthy red blood cells, and a well-functioning neurological system all depend on the B vitamins

Vitamin D is essential for strong bones and muscles

Vitamin K helps the body's blood to clot

Vitamin E promotes normal bodily processes and metabolism

It would be best to have choline to work properly for your dog’s brain and liver

Understandably, dog owners would wish to provide their canine companions with a balanced diet rich in vitamins and supplements for dogs. Here are minerals that are crucial for dogs:

Phosphorus is vital for strong teeth and bones

Calcium also helps keep bones, teeth, and nerves healthy

Electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, and chloride, help keep the dog hydrated

Magnesium is vital for normal nerve and muscle function

Keep your dog's health in mind

What works for one dog of a certain breed won't always benefit another of the same breed. Environmental variables may increase the need for dog vitamins or healthy supplements for dogs at various stages of a dog's life, even if you are providing your dog food that covers all his vital nutritional requirements. 

Always watch your dog's look, temperament, and activity level since they may have special requirements at any moment. If you notice even a little difference, discussing with your vet if a nutritional shortage is to blame is important. Changing what you eat is usually all it takes to become well.

What to look for when picking out a healthy vitamin supplement for your dog?

Make your purchases supported by research and science. If you need assistance locating such items, your vet is a fantastic place to start looking. Ensure the vitamin concentrations mentioned in the package are enough for your dog's requirements. Your vet or a veterinary nutritionist is the best person to ask about your dog's dietary requirements. 

When a firm issues a lot number o packaging, it means they have passed all quality assurance and safety tests. Please do not give your pet any vitamins meant for humans unless your doctor says it's okay. In certain cases, they may even be harmful to dog consumption.

Conclusion Vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements abound in today's market. Certain pets may benefit greatly from them. Some are innocuous yet financially useless. Others may do damage. Remember that a healthy pet does not need vitamins and supplements for dogs if fed a comprehensive and balanced diet. Don't allow persuasive marketing to make you doubt this. If your veterinarian suggests vitamins, it's important to follow their advice.

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2736 shares Congratulations! Congratulations! You are able to save your dog in an emergency. Dog Bug Out Bag Recommendations These are some of the options that have received positive reviews. Plan to go bug out with your dog It's not easy to figure out how your dog will fit into your bug-out plan. Bugging out is a complex process that involves many variables, many of which we cannot predict. Your survival chances can be dramatically improved by having your dog around. Create your own bug out plan Before you begin to incorporate your dog into your Bug Out plan, make sure it is written down. It sounds terrible, but sometimes things happen and you may have to leave your dog or your dog. ). Consider: Learn from Thru Hikers If you're serious about bugging out with your dog, you should read articles on thru-hiking. Even though their circumstances may be very different, there are many things you can learn from thru-hikers about bugging out. They also travel long distances using a small amount of gear. These are some fantastic blog posts that you can start with: Compare the pros and cons You love your dog and you have to think about whether you should take your dog with you in an emergency. Your family's survival is paramount. Even if your dog is your "family", don't assume you wouldn't consider giving up on your pet if things got too dire! Pros Companionship is especially important for bugging out by yourself. Bugging out with small children can be made easier by having a pet as a family pet. Warmth You can snuggle with your dog to make it more comfortable to sleep. Security- Trained dogs can protect you against threats such as wild animals and attackers Cons Additional supplies It is likely that you will be carrying some supplies for your dog, which can lead to excess weight Security While a dog may provide some protection, a barking can can give away your location Additional mouth to eat - Planning for long-term bugging can lead to a lot of extra weight or training on wild edibles that are safe for dogs. Responsibility Dogs have been domesticated. It will be difficult for your dog to travel long distances through dangerous terrain. You will be responsible for the dog's safety and well-being. Pace Most dogs sleep well all day. It can be difficult to get your dog to go at a fast pace and still keep them safe. Can Your Dog Handle Bugging Out? You should consider your dog's temperament before deciding whether you want to bug out with your dog. Consider your dog's breed. It is quite a different experience to go out with a German shepherd and a poodle. White Blaze has an excellent article about the best dogs for trekking. You should also consider the following: The age of the dog:Traveling long distances with puppies may permanently damage their joints. They will also slow you down. Older dogs tend to be more sickly and move slower. Terrain, climate and terrain: Is your dog used for walking in the area you are planning to bug out? Extra gear might be necessary, such as booties and jackets for dogs. Training Does your dog behave well enough to not run away? Do you worry about your dog's reaction to loud noises? Take note of other pets and bugs: Many posts have been made about cat bug out bags, as well as bird/hamster/etc. bug out bags My cat and my dog are the only ones I have. But, I wouldn't think of going out with my cat. I would not go on foot. By nature, cats will listen and obey not listen. This is not an issue if your cat likes to bugger out of your car. For the trip, you can pack your cat's supplies in the car and place it in a carrier. Carrying the cat in a carrier is not an option if you have to leave your car. Cats are more capable of surviving on their own than dogs, which is a positive. Cats are able to jump in trash cans to grab scraps, hunt rodents such as mice, and navigate through rubble.

This is why there are more stray cats than dogs in cities. You can train your dog to be a good bugger It might appear that your dog is full of energy. Dogs are domesticated and not suited for trekking long distances or over rugged terrains. Their strength and endurance must be developed over time, just like us. Get started conditioning now! Make this part of your disaster preparedness strategy! Increase the length of your walks This is good mental preparedness. Give your dog a saddlebag. Get him used to having a pack. Gradually add weight to the pack until your dog is comfortable with it. Take your dog on an overnight camping trip: This will teach your dog how to sleep outside and under a tent. You must train your dog to heel and come when you call. What should you pack in your dog bug out bag? There are many K9 bug-out bag packing lists that I have seen. These lists are mostly generic so I'd like to discuss supplies and calculate requirements. Dog Food A few blogs and forums have suggested that you "add a couple of cans" of dog food to your BOB. This is a great way to bug out, but it's also easy. Cans are too heavy. Even a 3-day supply of food will make your pack weigh more. Your dog will need more calories. If you plan to bug out and include intense hiking, your dog will need more calories. Erin Tuveson, for example, hiked the AT with her dog and consumed 1300 calories per day, compared to the usual 660 calories. Dog kibble that has been frozen dried is an excellent option. It is high in calories per weight. It is also possible to find high-quality dog food with a high calorie-to weight ratio. You have many options on Chewy. In the Bug Out bag, you might also consider including doggie energy bars. These are often given to dogs by hunters for an instant boost of energy. They are very calorie-dense but they don't take up too much space. Extra Water Remember that water is essential for your dog. Here's how much water your dog should drink, as we discussed in the preparedness post. Divide the animal's weight in pounds by 8. This is how much water they drink each day in cups. First Aid for Dogs A canine first aid course is a must for any prepper. Even if your dog doesn't go out often, the first aid course is useful for everyday emergencies. You can use many of the first aid items from your bug out bag for dogs. A dog bug out bag will require a few more items. Here's the rundown: Monthly tick and flea treatment:Ticks and fleas can be a serious problem for animals in emergency situations. Apply a monthly flea/tick medication immediately after your dog is found bugging out. It doesn't mean that your dog will not get ticks or fleas. However, it will reduce the likelihood of them getting them. Sodium: This skin ointment is suitable for both dogs and humans. This ointment is good for dogs who are prone to skin abrasions, chaffing and infections. Hydrogen peroxide This can be used to clean wounds and induce vomiting if your dog eats poisonous food. Flagyl: This antibiotic is for dogs. It is effective in treating Giardia, as well as other waterborne diseases that your dog may be susceptible to. Electrolyte powders are my first-aid item when backpacking. If you get dehydrated due to vomiting or diarrhea, they can save your life. Dehydrated dogs can also be caused by diarrhea or vomiting. Make sure to bring extra electrolytes (Amazon Link), for your dog. Diphenhydramine ( Benadryl ):Amazon Link Great to use for spider/insect bites. To treat wounds with antibiotic ointment or gauze tick key: In the backcountry your dog could get ticks that can cause serious illness. Protective clothing for dogs and paws You might need a jacket, sweater or raincoat depending on the breed of your dog. Even though Shepherds and Huskies are able to handle cold and rain well, even these breeds might appreciate a coat.

You should also consider paw protection. Dog boots protect your dog's feet on uneven terrain. The bootie protects the foot from injury, such as a cut or broken claw. You can now walk instead of waiting for your injury to heal. Booties are not for all dogs. You should train your dog to wear them. You can also apply waxes on your dog's feet. In colder temperatures, the wax helps protect their paws. Mushers Secret is a highly-rated wax. Dog Bug Out Bag Checklist Fitted saddlebag for your dog Waterproof cover for your saddlebag (can be a simple plastic bag). Dog food Additional water Items for first aid All vaccine and ID tags must be included in the collar Leash, not an extendable one! Muzzle Reflective dog vest Collapsible bowl Booties Paw wax You can make a sleeping pad or a bed for your dog. Towel (essential for wiping your dog down!) It's not cheap, but the sleeping bag is amazing. Favorite dog toy Raincoat/jacket/sweater (optional) Choose a bug out bag for your dog Chaffing is another common problem thru-hikers encounter when hiking with dogs. You need to ensure that your dog's saddlebag fits properly and isn’t too heavy in order to protect their skin. Fit Your dog's saddlebag should fit snugly, but not too tight that it restricts your dog's ability to expand during breathing. These features will ensure that your dog is a perfect fit. Harness - The harness is first attached, then the saddlebag is attached. Padded straps that are wide and padded to prevent chafing Oriented towards the rear : This places more weight on the shoulders than the spine or hips Weight Bugging out with dogs is great because they can bring their own gear. If you are planning to stay for longer than three days, however, you may need to bring some gear for your dog. Dogs can't bear a lot of weight without having problems. Dogs can carry as much as 25% of their body weight. This is common knowledge. This is fine for 1-3 days. 25 percent is way too heavy for longer periods. You should instead aim for the same goals that humans do: dogs should not exceed 10% to 15% of body weight. Recommendations for Dog BOB These are just a few of the saddlebags that make excellent dog bug out bags. Fit is everything! Make sure you choose the right size bag and don't stuff it too much. + Credits for images

[miralsail]

Corgi doxie mix

#Corgi doxie mix full

If you like long hot water bottles, this could be a fantastic option for you. He is super affectionate, and he loves nothing more than to snuggle up with his family in the evenings. Left: Dachshund (Source: Nel_Botha-NZ, Pixabay), Right: Japanese Chin (Source: GoranH, Pixabay) Temperament & Intelligence of the Doxie Chinīesides his traits that we mentioned above, he has a whole host of lovable qualities that you are bound to fall in love with. This makes him an excellent option for those who can’t decide between a cat and a dog. He cleans himself fastidiously, he climbs onto high shelves to snooze, and is quiet, and sensitive too. But, his Japanese Chin parent is described as a feline-like breed. We can assure you there is no actual cat mix in this guy. As such, we advise not to let him off the leash because he’ll be off like a shot if he sees something small and furry. This means that the Doxie Chin is likely to inherit some of this instinct. His Dachshund parent is a natural badger and vermin hunter. This is why it is so important to research both parent breeds to ensure that you like them both, no matter what outcome the Doxie Chin takes. Although they are not entirely different, there are differences. The Doxie Chin’s personality is unpredictable.īecause the Doxie Chin is a mixed breed, he can inherit the characteristics of either parent. You’ll only end up with an unhealthy and unhappy puppy. If they can’t show you the above, they insist on payment before you have met the pups, or you get a bad feeling about them, walk away. Puppy mills might tempt you with a lower cost or a higher one claiming them to be a unique pup. They will also be able to show you his parent’s health certificates, as well as the pups and their parents themselves. It’s crucial to work with a reputable breeder who can prove to you that they are experienced and knowledgable in Daschund and Japanese Chin breeding. As with anything popular, he is bound to get more expensive. This is a lot less compared to his purebred parents, who can set you back thousands of dollars. The average price of a Doxie Chin, from a reputable breeder, will set you back anywhere between $300 and $600. But for those that love his parents, know that this is all part of his charm. Most of the time, the Doxie Chin does what he wants when he wants. This means that if you seek an obedient dog, this isn’t a great match. This means that you can expect your Doxie Chin to be doubly so. Families that spend long hours out of the house will be faced with the Doxie Chin wrath.Īnd finally, both of his parents are independent (read, stubborn) dog breeds. He suffers from separation anxiety, so he needs to be homed with a family that can offer him lots of attention and most of their time. With this in mind, you need to be warned that he hates to be left alone. But with his gorgeous face, you’ll forgive him in no time. The Doxie Chin always wants to be the center of attention and spoilt rotten. However, if you like small dogs with big attitude, we think you’d make a great match. We’ll explain why you shouldn’t not yell at him, but just be prepared for him to be put out for a few days. If you are looking for a dog who can relax in his own company without demanding any attention, this might just be the last dog you look for.

#Corgi doxie mix full

Oh no! This guy is full of feist and sassy attitude. If you can tick these boxes, he is sure to make an excellent match for you and your family. And here we are going to run you through his sticking points. The Doxie Chin, just like all dogs out there, has characteristics that aren’t for everyone. We’ll cover why on this Doxie Chin discovery. He is sweet, loving, and full of little-dog beans, but he is not suited to every dog owner. This complete breed guide is a must-read for anyone looking to welcome this little chap into their life. But we think he is about to become very popular, so we gathered there’s a lot of soon-to-be Doxie Chin owners out there who need a helping hand with their research.įrom his personality to his intelligence, his grooming needs down to how much food he needs every day, we’ve covered it all. This pup isn’t that common at the minute because he is a new canine concoction. The Doxie Chin is the delightful doggy hybrid of two very special dogs, the famous Dachshund, and the distinctive-looking Japanese Chin. Families with children, patient owners, those with time to offerįun, sassy, stubborn, affectionate, sweet

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Facts About Cavalier King Puppies

Because, really now, what's higher than Christmas AND dogs! It is subsequently better to use pure, healthful and unprocessed snacks. It's one among the best canine bike carriers to install and take away after use. Our different canine is a 4 month previous Husky Yellow Lab mix and he appears to be doing positive though he is acting a bit lethargic. I took her temp and it was normal so I saved her hydrated and she was fantastic. She is Ok when i bathe her, a bit tense however as soon as she has been in the tub for two minutes she's positive. Hi, I have two dogs - one is a Rhodesian Ridgeback X Pitbull and an Irish wolfhound X , my wolfhound is ok but flys LOVE my pittys ears, I put petroleum jelly and apple cider vinegar on him but they tend to chew anyway, I've cleaned his ears always and also used a medical repellant for horses which lasted about two hours. Sometimes I can get him to lay his head on me while I scratch him and i whisper the candy nothings one says to dogs whereas I scratch behind the ears, and that i can feel him enjoyable.

Tricolor Cavaliers have black and white our bodies with tan markings on their eyebrows, inner legs, tails, ears, and cheeks. Like people, dogs have their very own character, character traits and temperament that may pose issues when coaching. It makes me really feel bad though each time, like we aren't assembly his wants. If you discover that you have walked right into a harmful area, attempt to carry your physique aggressively, walking briskly and purposefully to an space where you will feel safer. Some have pockets and can carry your keys or wallet. Most veterinary workplaces carry ear cleaner for dogs. We all know that common saying: "Dogs are man's greatest buddy" and it's normal knowledge that they did not grow to be associates with humans overnight. This appears completely harmless, and the most effective course of action seems to be to let sleeping dogs lie here. After all, there may be much more to the very best horror games than soar scares and gore, too. The one factor I can think is he wants extra exercise.

His day: I chuck a ball as exhausting as I can with him for 10-15 min every weekday morning in between child college shuttle responsibility. He gets a brief walk across the neighborhood from a child after college is out. When the weather is good, child may hop on the bike and try this as an alternative of a stroll (Ranger is off leash for this), because it gets him more exercise and he is an important bike canine. He does this as a huge off leash dog park although, and although the back facet the place the bike trains are is much less populated with dogs, his canine-aggression is making this less and fewer of an possibility. If you are having bother with something, take a step back and give it a relaxation. But he stays for some time (having fun with or tolerating, I'm never positive) until I am not petting him enough, and eventually he will slide down and slink off, to both settle down for a nap, or go back to Urgent LOOK and whining.

When nothing works, we finally have to inform him, "GO LAY DOWN" in a agency voice and after a couple of minutes of this, he gets the purpose and settles down and stops whining. I often end with making them "keep", tossing a giant handful of tiny treats into our carpeted residing room, after which they get to hunt them all down. From time to time Batman gets a bit of too excited and needs to be ”stopped” (really wants to play) but he is so sweet with lil Mayson. His mood shall be low if you retain him locked inside with no room to run, play and enjoy nature. I earn a living from home and he loves to play along with his adopted sister (just about the very same stats on her except she has no points, may be very mellow) so really he has a pretty good life, and I would quantify the neorotic-ness as manageable and never exceedingly detrimental to his (or our) happiness. They make good travel companions. We let him out, we examine that they have been fed (children are unreliable generally), we be sure that they've water, we glance him over (he's more accident prone than his sister, gouges / torn paw pads have popped up under inspection), every thing is checked off the listing of what he might probably need and we're clueless.

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The Boxer-Pitbull Mix Dog - Personality Traits

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The Boxer-Pitbull Mix Dog - Personality Traits

Both the Boxer and the Pit Bull are on the larger side of dog breeds. They are both excellent watchdogs, very playful, alert, and overall lovely. A combination of these two breeds couldn’t have made anything but offspring that would be fantastic pets. This article will tell you all there is to know about the personality and temperament of the boxer-pit bull mix.

An amazing dog that goes by a lot of names

The crossbreed between a Boxer and a Pit Bull will go by a few names. Some of the most popular are listed below:

Bullboxer

American Bullboxer

Bullboxer Pit

The Bullboxer Pit comes from a combination between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the Standard Boxer. To get a better idea about a certain mixed breed, you should do some research into the physical traits and personality features of its parents. This will give you a pretty good idea as to what to expect from the resulting pup.

You might also like my articles on other mixes like the Labmaraner, the German Shepherd Boxer Mix, or the Border Collie Pit Bull mix.

Even if you do proper research, keep in mind that with all the features a dog will get from its parents, it will still be a unique specimen, with its own special characteristics. Also, its owner and the way in which the owner interacts with it will also impact the way its personality will evolve. This is why proper socialization and behavioral training will make or break a dog, regardless of its breed.

Boxer-Pit Bull Mix Personality

As I said before, the personality of any mix is a combination of the traits of its parents. So what can we say about the personality of the pit bull and the boxer?

The Pitt Bull Dog

Pit Bulls are well-known for their courage, but they’re also very athletic and strong. They boast impressive energy levels and have a very stocky physical build.

These dogs have a strong will to please their owners and will be very loyal. Due to their need to please their owners, some people have exploited them to be aggressive towards other animals or human strangers.

Although you will like how protective they are, you won’t really like how headstrong they can be. With enough socializing, this dog will become really friendly, although it will still be very suspicious and watchful when other pets or unknown people are around.

Although it is usually a victim of unethical training and breeding, this dog still ranks high on a few temperament tests. In fact, although people see it as a beast, not too long ago this dog was known as a great babysitter for children, even getting the nickname ‘nursemaid’s dog’.

The Boxer Dog

Boxers are very playful, intelligent, affectionate, and adaptable. They also make for excellent watchdogs because they are very alert.

You should also know that they always seek attention and are really territorial as well. They will always look to play and fool around with their owner and their family members and are generally very sweet-hearted.

Although their stem expression might not give this away, Boxers are also considered pretty mischievous. This is a good breed for people with big families and especially for those that have children around.

They aren’t aggressive towards people, even strangers, although they are known to be pretty suspicious. Keep in mind that this is one of the breeds that will need constant physical activity so you should be prepared for a considerable amount of daily exercise alongside your dog.

Boxer Pit Bull Mix

You can expect the Bullboxer Pit to be full of energy, affectionate, and incredibly loyal, taking these traits from both its parents.

Personality You can count on the Bullboxer Pit to be a very good watchdog. When it comes to pleasing its owner, this dog has a proactive attitude and is very intelligent as well. This is why it shouldn’t be too hard to teach this dog basic commands yourself if you spend enough quality time with it. One of the downsides of a dog so energetic and powerful is that it might knock over some objects or small children around the house. The dog might get carried away while playing so you will really have to be careful and monitor it around pets and people. This breed can still learn to be patient with enough socialization, but it will take some time and work.

Size and Appearance Bullboxer Pits have a very glossy and short coat that isn’t all that hard to maintain. Most of them will have a short muzzle and a rather big head just like a pit bull. They will get to about 23-27 inches in height, with a stocky build. They can weigh anywhere between 45 and 75 lbs.

Health and Lifespan You will notice that a properly bred Bullboxer Pit will be healthy usually. This dog might get irritable if it doesn’t get the needed dose of exercise. Some of the conditions he might be prone to are grass allergies, heart disease, and hip dysplasia, illnesses it gets from its American Pit Bull Terrier parent. This crossbreed will usually live to about 12-15 years, which is quite a lot for a dog.

[feathers-scales-and-tails]

Been seeing a lot of “backyard eggs are cruel” articles lately, so I wanted to go through a couple of the points they raise and highlight why backyard eggs aren’t inherently cruel.

1) Chicks come from factory farm hatcheries

This point is entirely dependent upon an individuals purchasing choices. The only chicks coming from factory farm hatcheries are production hybrids, so ISA Brown, HYLINE Brown, Utility Leghorn, etc. so long as you don’t purchase these hybrids, you don’t support the unethical factories.

Although private hatcheries have their own plethora of ethical issues, these places are not suppliers to factory farms. The best place to purchase your chicks or pullets from is a private breeder who has good welfare standards. Neither of these options support the factory farms, and the claim that majority of backyard hens come from these factory farm hatcheries is false. I currently can’t name a single person I know with birds from a factory farm hatchery.

2) Male chicks are killed at birth

If you are buying factory farm chicks, yes. However as I mentioned above, few backyard hens are coming from this source. Private hatcheries which sex chicks either sell cockerels cheaper, or sell them in bundle deals for meat birds. Unfortunately private hatcheries are about profit, and believe it or not they can still profit off cockerels.

Private breeders rarely ever sex chicks. It requires specialised training and cockerels are harder to sell, so most sell chicks unsexed. Breeders also want to grow out these cockerels, there needs to be a keep back for the next generation of breeding. Either way, private hatcheries and breeders where a lot of backyard hens are sourced from are not killing male chicks on a large scale.

3) Hens are unhealthy and unnatural due to genetic manipulation

First of all, domestic hens lay more eggs than their ancestors due to selective breeding, not ‘genetic modification’ or ‘genetic manipulation’. Production hybrids are certainly unhealthy, laying over 300 eggs a year causes their bodies to wear out and they’re predisposed to so many reproductive issues. They were bred with the intention of maximum production, replaced after 18 months once this production declines. They are a mess and frankly should not exist.

This is the argument point which always frustrates me the most because, you do realise there are hundreds of chicken breeds right? And just like with dogs, these breeds all have different temperaments, characteristics, and health statuses.

A well bred Wyandotte who lays 200 eggs a year rarely experiences the health issues of production hybrids. These issues are almost unheard of in Sumatra or Sebright who lay 50-100 eggs a year. There are so many heritage breeds out there bred for their longevity, living on average 7-8 years rather than the measly 2-3 of production hybrids.

Most people who keep backyard hens love these birds dearly, these are their pets. Why would someone purchase an unethical production hybrid off the factory farms knowing she will die a horrible death in 2 years, when they could instead get a heritage breed who’ll lay them eggs until she’s at least 5?

I know very few people with backyard hens who keep the production birds

4) Hens are abandoned/killed when production slows/stops

I have yet to meet a single person who has purposefully gotten rid of their hens once production slows or stops.

Production hybrids rarely stop laying unless they are actively affected by reproductive complications, these birds sadly die before they stop laying so owners are definitely not ‘abandoning’ these birds, rather they die long before their time while still pumping out those eggs. Alternatively, heritage breeds will lay for years. We’ve had a 9 year old Sussex still laying eggs. For all the backyard keepers with heritage breeds, the time to ‘replace’ hens is often very far into the future.

This isn’t even raising the point that, these hens are pets. People can eat eggs and still bond fiercely with their hens, people can eat eggs and still value the life of the hen. I don’t think many people are going to turn around and kill their friend suddenly because she stops laying as frequently. My grandfather who used to own a small scale egg farm always kept his old hens who no longer laid, he’d had them for 7 years and that’s an attachment that’s hard to break.

The idea that hens suddenly stop laying eggs one day so people replace them is quite silly, it just doesn’t happen in a backyard setting. Certainly in egg farms, but not with pet hens.

5) Laying eggs depletes nutrients. Hens need to be fed their eggs to get these back

Laying eggs definitely takes up a shocking amount of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. A big one is calcium, the egg needs a lot to shell it, but each egg also needs enough calcium stores inside the yolk to nurture and grow a chicks skeleton. If a hen doesn’t have enough calcium, she’ll draw it from her bones to produce eggs.

But the thing is, she doesn’t need to eat her own eggs to gain this nutrition back. Chickens have been domesticated for thousands of years, and in this time we’ve perfected their diet. There are many fantastic feeds on the market tailored specifically for a laying hens needs! She should be fed a pellet or mash diet, this ensures she gets the correct amount of all the nutrients, whereas with grain she can pick and chose parts and become deficient. Furthermore, chickens aren’t stupid animals. A hen will know if she needs more calcium, and this is why it’s important to offer them oyster shell, limestone, and crushed egg shells so she can eat extra calcium at her leisure.

Sceptical of the feed, or maybe you just think she deserves those eggs back after all her hard work? Well while it’s nice to treat your hens to an egg every now and then, too many can cause many fatal health issues. If she eats every single egg she lays, AND eats a nutritional balanced diet, she’s getting way too much of those nutrients since the feed is already replacing that loss. A really big concern is that she’ll put on too much weight from all the protein in eggs, this can lead to fatty liver disease which kills many backyard hens annually. Maintaining a good weight in your flock is vital to preventing other health issues too such as egg binding and heart failure.

I love letting my hens eat raw eggs, it’s hilarious and they love it. However I actually had to stop because one of my hens Sooty got dangerously overweight and was at risk of fatty liver disease. You might think feeding hens back their own eggs is great for their health, but it should be in moderation, there is too much of a good thing. Unless you’re feeding your hen rubbish, she doesn’t need the eggs since her diet replaces those nutrients daily, and please don’t feed your hens rubbish.

6) We are using the hens. They are not ours to use as we please

I suppose this point holds up depending on your personal beliefs. I personally don’t feel pet hens are being ‘used’ at all, rather it’s a mutually beneficial relationship. We give them food, safety, and friendship, so they return that friendship and sometimes eggs.

A part of domestication is that the animal adapts to living alongside us, with chickens it just happened to be the constant access to good food and a safe nest encouraged them to lay more eggs. We can’t change that now, so we may as well use the eggs. A dog or cat domesticated for companionship will provide that, are we abusing those pets as well by taking their companionship?

Also if I’m being quite frank, no one will ever get eggs cheaper by keeping backyard chickens. Feed is expensive, coops are expensive, veterinary care is expensive. Anyone getting backyard hens will have some other motive to it rather than just “I want free eggs” because these eggs aren’t free. Most people want a pet, they don’t want to support the factory farming, or they want to feel more self sufficient, maybe all three of those reasons! People aren’t getting backyard hens with the intent of ‘using’ them for eggs, because it’s cheaper just to buy eggs.

So to sum this up, backyard eggs aren’t hurting the hens! If anything, it’s helping them! Showing support for more ethical means of egg production will put pressure on the large scale egg farms to change ways. Hopefully these unethical practices will be phased out one day, it’ll take time, but one step at a time.

Thanks for reading! Epponnee says this egg is for you, they’re tasty and she wants to share! Please take it or she will keep crowing until you do!

[agent-cupcake]

What guys from three houses do you think would be good with animals?

~Dimitri would be good with big ole dogs despite his best efforts to claim that they’re simply hunting animals and he doesn’t care about them that much. Also, he’d get the biggest, most unmanageable destrier war horse and tame it easily. He is that weird horse kid that talked to his horse about his problems. Like people bullying him for his hair. Also one time when he was feral he wrestled a bear and won.

~Felix is canonically a cat person. Cats pretend not to love him. He pretends not to love cats. It all works out. I think he’d get along with dogs, too. Or, like, a literal wolf. Just casually befriends one in the woods. 

~Claude and his white wyvern are bff. This is canon, he talks to his wyvern and holds long and intense intellectual debates with his wyvern and when he’s threatening people he’ll be like “hey, should we kill this guy? what do you think?” I am taking user responses about what his wyvern would be named, I’ve never conclusively decided. 

~Ferdinand and horses. All horses except Dimitri’s mean ole destrier love Ferdinand and he’s very good with training them and petting them and telling them that they are doing great.

~Caspar is good with basically all cats and dogs. Or, like, he thinks he is. He tries. Super excitable dogs are probably more his speed and he could give them a run for their money as far as energy output. 

~Linhardt isn’t really anything with animals but cats lay on him. 

~Ashe attracts animals because they can smell that he’s a sucker who will feed them. He just can’t resist their eyes. Probably would collect quite a few strays as the Lonato heir cause he has the money and why shouldn’t he?

~Ignatz admires animals. From afar. Cats are attracted to laying on his sketchbook because of course they are, which he sometimes lets happen just because he feels like it would be rude to push them off.

~Seteth is fantastic with horses and wyverns. Super good at training them. It’s that authoritative tone. Not to mention that he just kinda loves them. I like to think he’d remember the names of all the horses/wyverns he’s ever had. 

~Balthus likes big dogs. Gotta be big and sturdy to keep up with him, right? But the thing is, he doesn’t have any money to feed them so he’d never keep one. UNLESS he was doing guard duty for Yuri or Claude or someone and kept them as extra security. They have similar temperaments. 

[id-rather-be-an-outsider]

AOT Preference: Dogs

a/n: first time doing a preference in awhile, but I want to specifically say DO NOT EVER get an animal you are not completely prepared to care for. animals are animals and will act as animals do. if they act out that’s not on them, that’s on you. animals need to be in forever homes, and it’s your responsibility to create a suitable environment for them and to not put them in situations where they could potentially be harmed or harm others. know your animal, know their comfort zone, know their needs. don’t take an animal on unless you’re ready to parent a child that never grows up for 15+ years. be responsible pet parents!

edit: just realized I used she/her for Hange so I fixed it. apologies to all my nb folks!

masterlist

Annie Leonhart

Our girl Annie would have a Siberian Husky. Strong, agile, hyperactive and able to trek long distances, they’d be perfectly suited for one another. You would be invited to tag along, of course, but you would have to keep up, lest you fall victim to the whines of an overly dramatic husky who desperately wants you to get a move on.

Armin Arlert

English Springer Spaniel, for sure. He’d fall in love with their soft coat, and their size would make them the perfect lapdog for reading, and taking long walks outside... to do more reading. Definitely a bonus that they fit comfortably between you two in bed at night, and a bonus that their little tail looked oh so very precious when it wagged!

Bertholdt Hoover

A gentle giant himself, Bertie would end up getting a Great Dane. Unlike Reiner, he’s a lot better at managing his thoughts and feelings about their study abroad trip to Paradis gone wrong. All he needs is his gigantic lapdog and you, his adoring partner. Sometimes he’d pass out on the dog in the middle of a cuddle session, and the patient thing would stare at you with pleading eyes, waiting until Bertholdt finally woke up to escape from being stuck in his arms for another hour.

Colt Grice

Colt would get a pair of Dalmatians, one for each of you. He loves their spots, their sleek build, and their energetic, yet quiet temperaments. Picket fence and all, Colt would want the happy home life!

Connie Springer

Connie would insist on having two dogs, so they don’t get lonely when you’re away from the house. He would bring home a pair of puppies with floppy ears that were adorable - an American Foxhound and an American English Coonhound. To Connie, their howls at all hours of the day, only ceasing when he falls asleep, is absolutely glorious, but to his neighbors, it’s a sign they need to invest in earplugs. Sasha would regularly steal the pair away from you so she had a full squad to go hunting with, which you wouldn’t mind since they liked the trips and got their energy out that way.

Eren Yeager

Much like how Eren picks his friends, so too, would he pick his pets. Not caring much for pedigrees, nor where a dog came from, Eren would get a shelter mix pup, probably one that’s older and been sitting there for longer. He’d sense a kinship between them - two beings looking for peace, and they’d find it in one another. The dog being absolutely adorable in every way would only be a bonus.

Erwin Smith

Commander Erwin would have a wolf-dog hybrid. He’d find the creature out in the woods, abandoned by their mother, and see the strength in their limbs despite their fear, and their resolve to survive. He would take them on as his own and together, they’d be the perfect pair of leaders, alphas in their own rights. When you became the alpha female of the household, the little beastie took to you right away, hoping that maybe you would be the one to finally grant their wish of feeding them off your plate. Of course, you never did it, because that would be irresponsible! At least, you’d parrot what Erwin said until he was gone for the day. Then, if a few bites every week fell on the floor by some magic mistake, well, who else was gonna clean it up?

Hange Zoë

Hange would have a fox! They’d be so interested by their behavior, they’d end up testing them and doing fun (and very humane) experiments on them, like exposing them to different foods, toys and puzzles, to see how they’d react. Foxes aren’t a regular pet, and they’d be fully aware of that and even over prepared to care for them, doing research years ahead of time until they felt completely ready to take one on. Needless to say, you’d be fascinated by them, but would insist Hange keep a separate, pee-proof space for the little creature they rescued so long ago. As cute as they were, you preferred your house not be ruined by their inability to potty train.

Historia Reiss

Historia would intend to get a small dog. What she would end up with, however, would not be a small dog. She would fall in love with the warm, kindly brown eyes of a giant and adopt a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog right then and there, no hesitation. In the end, it would all work out. You couldn’t always be beside her in bed, but she was always guaranteed to have an enormous lapdog by her side at all times - her protector in the throne room, her helper on the farm, and her body pillow at night. Who needs a weighted blanket when you have a hundred-pound puppy sleeping on you?

Jean Kirstein

Jean would have a German Shepherd. He adopted them when he first wanted to join the Military Police, but after he changed his mind, he still cared enough to train his dog as militantly as he was trained. It actually helped him soften up a bit (which ended up catching your attention in the end), and who wouldn’t? With those big brown eyes and floppy ears, it’s hard to resist the urge to sweet talk... and maybe, just maybe slip one or two scraps of meat under the table. No one will notice, right? Other than you, of course, who notices everything, because Jean has never been good at hiding things from you.

Levi Ackerman

We all know Levi is a clean freak and would never want a small dog that does nothing other than bark. He’d have a Standard Poodle, probably an apricot color. They’re smart, good hunters, and most importantly, non-shedding! They also are very sweet, not unlike our Captain (even if he’s good at hiding it). The one thing he wouldn’t expect, however, would be to find a trouble maker in his home. Stolen shoes, stolen ties, stolen cravats, even - somehow they would all wind up somewhere his sweet dog seemed to frequent, but they were clever enough not to be caught, so what could he do?

Marcel Galliard

A chocolate lab! They’re sweet and adventurous, as well as protective, and are absolute cuties. Marcel would love having a fluffy companion, and would take his Labrador on long hikes every weekend.

Marco Bott

Marco loves to look forward to the future, and he’d love to experiment with a newer breed of dog. The Catahoula caught his eye with their well-muscled body, and your excitement over their coat pattern sealed the deal. When you both realized just how much energy they had, you ended up joining Annie and Marcel on their hikes and volunteering your pup for hunting trips with Sasha, so they weren’t up all night long playing.

Mikasa Ackerman

Mikasa is the only person out of this bunch that wouldn’t get a dog - she’d have two cats, at least one being a brown tabby. Mikasa’s so dedicated to her work that she wouldn’t see herself as a person with enough time for dogs, but she wouldn’t mind caring for two soft kitties who curled up on either side of you two every night, even if they somehow always managed to have their butts in your faces when you woke up. Cats have a way of doing that.

Pieck Finger

Pieck would own a Weimaraner. Curious, cute, and a standout, they both fit the mold of “dogs and owners who look alike” with their deep, inquisitive eyes and playful, loving natures.

Porco Galliard

Like Porco, Pitbulls can appear tough and menacing on the outside. Also like Porco, pitbulls are just big babies who want to be loved on. He’d likely already have one before you two fell for each other, and his pit would see the loving nature in you and start coming to you for snuggles - which might have made Porco feel left out, if he wasn’t always in the middle of it.

Reiner Braun

Pomeranian. This man has seen some shit, and what better form of comfort than you and a tiny puffball with googly eyes? Fortunately, his Pomeranian would be unusually mellow, understanding he relied on their calm to maintain his own headspace after everything that’s happened.

Sasha Braus

Sasha would get an Irish Setter and an English Setter. She would take her dogs on hunting trips to help her track down animals, and when they got home she’d sit up for a cuddle with her two favorite pups and her favorite partner, you. Cocoa after a long day of hard work is fantastic.

Ymir

Everybody knows that Ymir wouldn’t intend to have a dog. She wouldn’t want anything or anyone to depend on her, but one day, when a band of strays would come around her apartment and try to attack her, another random dog would come from out of nowhere, fight them, and chase the rest of the pack off. Upon seeing the heroic dog injured, Ymir would feel indebted and take them in. Just until they healed, of course - then, it would be off to the local shelter for them. But then, you would drop by for a visit and the dog would love all over you. And then, Ymir would keep waking up finding the dog had managed to crawl into her bed and sleep next to her every night. And then, one thing after another, Ymir’s heart would soften just enough to let the scroungy stray who saved her life have a spot, right next to the spot reserved for you, and your family of two would grow to be a family of three. And then, you would find a puppy on the side of the road and take them home to Ymir after you moved in with her, and your family of three would grow to be a family of four. And then, when the puppy grew up, Ymir would find her laying in a closet with a litter of semi-scroungy-looking pups, and your family of four would become a family of five, six, seven, eight... and so on.

Zeke Yeager

Zeke has wavy golden locks, and so do golden retrievers. They’re also both incredibly cute, sweet, and popular. Need I say more? Fine, if I have to convince you. They also both have very kissable, kind, and meddlesome faces. Don’t tell me you don’t see it there!

[kingdom-creatin]

Keeping Busy

Part 3 of Techno’s Will (Part 1 ) (Part 2)

(also on ao3)

Carl is. Well. If Carl weren’t literally Techno’s only remaining horse and also, strangely obsessively, loved by The Chattering, Phil might be tempted to set the damn thing loose into the tundra.

He’s not tempted though.

Maybe.

Kind of.

...

He doesn’t let Carl loose and really that’s what should matter. Especially considering the horse’s absent owner is also Phil’s one source of impulse control and is, well, absent. 

If Phil hadn’t already known, having to take care of the damn stallion now would be enough proof that Techno certainly didn’t choose him for his temperament. Not only that but Techno spoils the damn thing rotten and it’s clearly given the beast a complex.

Phil sits on the northern stairs to the cabins and watches the bastard run about the yard. 

For as much of a rude personality he has, Carl is unarguably a fantastic steed. He gracefully and effortlessly weaves through the sea of wolves swarming around. Hooves not tramping on any poor hound even as they move and fight and play, nipping at each other and at Carl’s own flicking tail. The group makes their way around the property in sweeping circles, before landing beside Ranboo’s own menagerie.

Speaking of the kid, he makes his way out of his house with a careful check of the door. Phil can see him patting down his pockets, likely to verify he’s got his memory book on him. He also pulls from his inventory a bright red apple.

Carl directs himself to the boy and greedily bites the fruit from a proffered hand. Ranboo’s other hand scratches gently against the horse’s snout. He’s jostled occasionally as some of the wolves shift their attention to bumping against his spindly legs and not for the first time Phil wonders just how this kid keeps upright given that even when kitted out in netherite he looks like the slightest breeze could blow him over.

A deep huff to his left distracts him from the scene. Phil bristles and puffs his wings when he turns to see Baba staring him down. The bear huffs again and Phil responds with an affronted chirrup, throwing his arms up to ask just what the hell the bear wanted. It simply snorts and noses roughly against Phil’s arm.

“If you get impatient with me I’ll push your breakfast even later mate. I’m not Techno, those eyes don’t sway me.” He pushes the bear’s nose down away from his nice sleeping robes, not wanting to get any more snot on them than the dogs already provided. “I’ll get to you guys in a minute, just let me wake up some more, speak to the neighbor. Don’t tell Techno, but he’s right, these knees don’t get any better as we’ve gotten older. They’re far too frustrating in the mornings now.”

Baba doesn’t appear particularly pleased with the answer but returns to lay beside Ed regardless. 

Phil returns his gaze to the other end of the property and finds that Ranboo has finished greeting all of the animals and is now making his way over to where Phil has perched. He offers a small wave to the kid, noting how his gloved hands fiddle together in clear nervousness. He hopes to Prime that the kid isn’t gearing himself up to ask for anything big today.

“Hello Phil!” He grins down and absently pets some of the wolves who followed him across the yard. Phil notes that despite the tense grip he has on his book, he’s not curled in on himself quite as tightly as he was the other day. Perhaps he spent some nice time with Tubbo and their kid yesterday.

“Hey mate. Whatcha up to today?”

The boy spares a glance for the house before responding, “I’m spending today with Tubbo again. We’re working on a little building project together, ah um, a cookie store! Yeah a cookie store. I’ll probably end up at the house tonight? With Michael, so um, if you don’t see me around later, that’s where, that’s where I’ll be at.” 

His other hand has returned from petting to tap more nervous fingers against the book’s worn leather, but Phil imagines it’s more his usual nerves than anything he needs to be concerned over.

Still, “Well, go on and meet with your boys then mate! If you need anything or just, need someone to talk to, me and Techno are here. Well Techno’s off on a, a trip, at the moment, but you know.” He waves a dismissive hand at the minor slip up. It’s not that Ranboo can’t know that Techno is in the prison, but he really just does not want to get into it right now, especially with how much it will likely worry the kid in turn.

Ranboo, thankfully, doesn’t ask any questions about it and he departs for the portal with a smile and a wave, dodging the last licks of the hounds as he steps over the fence line.

Phil rises, turning to head inside, but pauses to look out at the forest. At the towering trees now bordering their land. A gentle breeze carries the spruce scent to the houses and relieves the branches of a light dusting of snow. He can’t tell if more have grown since he last really looked, but a few certainly look older, far older than they should, compared to a few days ago. Crows are perched along not only the fence now but these trees as well, and he stares for a moment at a small group which looks to be fighting over the highest branch of the tree closest to the yard. There are less than normal, and his chest tightens for a moment at an unconscious glance to the space behind the forest.

With a shake of his head, he turns and ducks inside his house to put on some proper day robes.

He spends time feeding the bears, and he’s glad he feeds them first so he doesn’t have to feed all the rest with Baba’s stare burning into his back in impatience.

As he feeds Carl and breaks up his and the other outdoor animal’s water, he questions why Techno hasn’t just assembled a quick system that keeps it heated already. It’d be far more efficient and Prime knows he tries to spend as little time as possible up and about during his food breaks while hibernating.

Well.

Since Techno’s not, here. And Phil has some free time for an easy project.

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It does not end up an easy project. Alright, it was an easy project, but as he was assembling the piping system for Carl’s trough, he figured he could just connect all of the animal’s water up to the same system and not have three separate piping systems hooked up to the same heating unit in the basement.

So, yeah it ends up taking the full morning and, based on the sun, likely half the afternoon. Were a certain piglin here and not off risking his damn life, he would have been dragged inside by now and had a meal all but shoved into his hands and told with a hoof pointed at their couch, “Sit here for an hour and eat, or I’ll be sittin’ down here with you until you finish and then draggin’ you up to bed myself. Ruin all your plans for today. Choose, old man.”

As it is, all he’s got is Carl who has only served to huff in his direction and occasionally make an effort to steal his hat. Judging by the food in the stallion’s trough, he apparently did feed the animals lunch, but based on his own stomach, he can’t say the same for himself.

He pats briefly at Carl’s flank before dusting himself off and making his way inside.

With snow soaked boots and coat left at the door, he trails around the kitchen to make something that’s some kind of nutritious, finding more leftover stew in the cold chest which he sets to reheat by the fire.

While he waits he moves over to the southern window to grab a glass for water and looks out at the forest again.

More crows have moved from the treeline to the fence and some hop around in playful patterns through the snowy yard. Tired eyes follow their paths around, pulling a small smile as he watches them dart at one another, taking flight before diving down again. 

One in particular makes a run for a larger crow, startling it from behind and sending it into the air.

Black wings stretch wide as it flies up and away, towards the trees. And with it, Phil’s gaze and mind are dragged back to Techno. To Techno and every way that this plan could go wrong. He sees in his mind’s eye the death messages forming in the global chat. He feels his heart stutter when he imagines the silence of the bedroom as Techno doesn’t respawn home. He doesn’t feel the glass slip from his hand nor hear it shatter on the floor. He imagines the pressure of ladder rungs beneath his hands as he forces himself upstairs to see the bed, to see for himself. He doesn’t feel a wet nose pressing against the back of his thigh. He feels the sharp pain of his knees hitting the wood floor hard, and suddenly, with the very real pain, his brain slips and he feels like he’s no longer imagining it.

He feels himself upstairs, knees digging into the floor, face buried in heavy sheets. Behind his closed eyes all he sees are the three messages. Three deaths.

Techno gone. Fully gone.

And it’s

Too real, too much, too much

Too much

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He’s pulled gradually from his panic by the mass of fluff that at some point squirmed its way beneath his shaking chest. The mass which was currently prodding a cold nose at his face. His hands tighten in thick fur, prompting the animal to turn slightly and place more weight on his thighs. The nose lands squarely on his upper lip and Phil pulls away from the feeling enough to instead bury his face beside his hands. 

When he breathes in, he’s greeted by a smoky, husky scent, and he at last recognizes that this is Steve. Steve, who without Phil’s face to poke at, has wedged his head just around Phil’s side, giving Phil not only the pressure on his thighs but half of a squeeze around his middle as well.

For a few minutes they remain there. Steve keeping still, maintaining his pressure and position. Phil slowly, slowly coming back to himself, running shaky fingers through coarse fur, doing his best to slow down his breathing to better match the bear’s. 

He tilts up his head and opens his eyes to the room.

Light blinds him for a moment, as it reflects off shattered glass on the wood beneath the window. A soft sigh at the mess pushes hair out from his vision and then Steve is shifting, pulling himself up to sit before Phil, and Phil has to sit up himself to keep from landing face first back on the floor.

He looks tiredly into black eyes.

“Thank you,” his voice is rough and cracks with the use, “thank you mate. You’re such a good boy. Thank you.”

He resumes petting Steve, rubbing soft circles into the bear’s ears, and watches as his eyes shutter closed with the feeling. They fly open again when he lets himself sniffle, and really, a polar bear should not be able to dish out the level of distrustful side-eye he’s getting. Though given that this is Techno’s bear, it’s probably a necessary learned behaviour. It makes him laugh.

“I’m alright now mate. Yeah, I’m okay. You’re a good one huh?” And he stands, using the bear’s shoulders to steady himself.

As he achingly moves to begin cleaning up the glass, he misses Steve wandering to the other side of the room. He doesn’t miss the harsh tap against the back of his calf, and he turns and looks down to see that Steve has gotten his spare cane from Techno’s storage rack.

He huffs another laugh as Steve nudges it against him when he doesn’t grab it right away, “Aw, thanks mate.”

Phil brushes a hand once more over Steve’s snout, before leaning down to rest his forehead against the bear’s.

“I’m glad I’ve got you here with me still mate.

But I do hope Techno’s doing alright without you.”

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If kestrel is in heat does that mean you're having another litter soon? With the papillon? Sorry if you've explained already but how will that fit into your farm dog thing?

She's not being bred this heat, thank god! I need a break, hah. She's only just turning 2 and still needs her hips and eyes checked. I'd also like to get her CGC and TKN titles. She's ready for them, I just haven't gotten around to it

In about 6 months though, things ARE looking really promising for the papillon service dog stud! Stud and AI fees are gonna be mega $$$$ but I think it'll be worth it. He's an ex-showdog with his CGC, TKN, and daily service work under his belt. Described by owner and co-owner as extremely calm and bombproof. Super trainable and eager to please

Your last one is a super valid question, it would be a weird choice to breed into a spitz farmcollie program 😅 This will be a totally separate thing and the puppies won't be bred back into my lines.

I've talked with VASTLY more people interested in a stable, fun, sporty but great off-switch crossbred companion than I do a farm dog. Which means I need to network more! But in the meantime... one of the aforementioned people is Pip, my farm partner! It is interested in a pup back from Kes/pap as a potential SDiT for alerts and psych work, and to cross into its own future small healthy companion dog project.

I'm going out of my comfort zone with this one for sure but I do feel the right individual from this litter could have service potential. Which y'all probably wouldn't believe unless you know Kestrel. She's not your typical husky. The sheltie helps, but her mom has an exceptional temperament, is my dad's ESA, and would be a great SD for him if she was more biddable and less into strangers! Callie, Kestrel's mom, also has a purebred half-sibling who does service work. I really slacked on socializing Kes since I couldn't drive at the time, but she's naturally fantastic in public.

The rest of the litter besides Pip's pup would hopefully be fun little pomsky-esque companions, with less spitz attitude, who actually had good temperaments, health, and structure. There's clearly a huge demand for dogs like that and it's not the buyers' fault shitty breeders are filling it. I'm very pro-good-pet-as-a-purpose! Check out the Functional Breeding group on Facebook if that concept sounds odd, I know a lot of "dog people" disagree.

EDIT: since this is being reblogged I'll slip in Kestrel's picture too

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When I say that I don't like people using 'but we just breed to produce pets' as an excuse to not do something, this is what I'm talking about.

I have no problem with people who breed to produce companion dogs. Obviously! I'm being mentored by two of them, of course I don't mind it! I have two very adorable companion dogs and the one they produced that has some sort of genetic neurological defect I have recieved nothing but gushing support from. They are geneticists themselves so literally ANY scrap of information on Tater's assumed condition is sent to me- I literally JUST received access to a paywalled study free of charge discussing treatment options for the best quality of life and length of life with the condition. They've paid all the medical bills for her thus far and have transferred her insurance to my name so she can continue getting quality care.

That's what you have to do, when you produce dogs. You have to care about what you're producing. You have to care if you're producing dogs that will be fucked up for life. You have to care that the owners of these dogs love them and experience heartbreak when they suffer and die.

Too many people are breeding dogs with no health testing (or worse, embark only and then calling that health testing to seem like they're great and fantastic breeders) and little regard for anything else re: structure, temperament, suitability, etc and then charging top fucking dollar for these dogs all while claiming they're 'just breeding pets' so they don't haaaaaaaaave to care about these things.

Chihuahuas are just pets. They've been just pets for the entire length of time they've been known as chihuahuas. And there is no reason to continuously see what I see in poorly produced chihuahuas. There is no reason dogs that regularly live 15-20 years should be dying before their first birthday.

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The three gods and their lots - (three heads of the dragon)

Contains meta below the cut as well as possible interpretations and theories and speculation. I feel like I should also add a disclaimer that no, I don’t think Targaryens are gods incarnate, this is just examining mythological aspects in their stories and characters and finding commonalities. (I only respect one mortal turning into a god and that is Bran) 

The major three gods of the Greek pantheon were: Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades. They drew lots and shared dominion over the world - Zeus was god of the sky and king of the gods, Poseidon was god of the sea, and Hades was the god of the Underworld. Three dominions, three gods. 

“The dragon has three heads.” - Daenerys IV, ACOK 

Aegon/Zeus

“I have. Why should I go running to my aunt as if I were a beggar? My claim is better than her own. Let her come to me...in Westeros.” - Aegon, The Lost Lord, ADWD

The lesson began with languages. Young Griff spoke the Common Tongue as if he had been born to it, and was fluent in High Valyrian, the low dialects of Pentos, Tyrosh, Myr, and Lys, and the trade talk of sailors. … Geometry followed languages. There the boy was less adroit, but Haldon was a patient teacher…” - Tyrion IV, ADWD

“...Yandry said we ought to throw you back, but the lad forbade it.” 

The prince. - Tyrion VI, ADWD

Upon his birth, Zeus had to be spirited away from his father, Cronus, who had swallowed his siblings and hidden so he could escape the fate of his siblings. He would later grow, revolt against his father, and regurgitate his siblings. After drawing lots, Zeus would be given dominion over the sky and be named king of the gods. 

Zeus was affiliated with protection, authority, righteous rule, battle, and justice. He was considered a fair protector and ruler, but not above petty jealousy or anger (or amorousness). 

Aegon, in what little we have seen from him, is actually groomed from a young age to rule. He doesn’t have the hands-on experiences several other characters are thusly put through in the books, but it is very clear he knows what is expected of him, has the knowledge required for the position, and has a good claim to the throne - one that is seemingly preordained, as Zeus’s was foretold before his father swallowed his children. 

Aegon’s connection to the red comet seen on the day of his birth can be loosely traced to Zeus’s mastery over the sky itself (where the sky reflects a point of significance to both Zeus’s temper or demands, so did Aegon’s birth seemingly coincide with the prophecy of the prince that was promised). 

“Young Griff”/Aegon had similarly been spirited away as Zeus had during a time of catastrophe when his claim would threaten another (where instead of a stone wrapped in swaddling, Aegon’s escape was tendered by Varys switching him with another baby) and raised in secrecy, despite being the rightful heir of a kingdom. It’s not Cronus he was hidden from or his actual father, but Robert Baratheon who is hellbent on wiping out the entire line of Targaryens, even agreeing to Tywin’s methods (whether or not he ordered the Mountain to do what he did to Elia and the children doesn’t matter; he was the Mountain’s lord, and so at best he just insinuated ‘do what you want’ very well knowing what Gregor was like). Not so different from Cronus, who, desperate to keep his power, swallowed all of his children.  

In text he’s shown to be a little impatient in his desire to be taken seriously and not be coddled by Griff (but honestly he’s 16 and every teenager everywhere in the history of anybody can be impatient and a little overdramatic; Tyrion is briefly reminded of Joffrey when Aegon throws a tantrum over cyvasse, but Tyrion is shown to not like a lot of people for various reasons, so). However, he has a fantastic grip on his studies, in particular language and history, and we can infer that he has an interest in ruling that goes well beyond ‘it sounds like fun’ (Robert Baratheon’s quote that he never felt so alive as when he was winning the war, and never so dead after it was won comes to mind), at least from what we know from Varys and Griff, and a bit from Tyrion. 

But aside from the impatience we see from him, he shows compassion and an unwillingness to forget kindness when he refuses to let Tyrion drown after Tyrion saves him from a stone-man. From the Tyrion chapters in ADWD, we see Aegon laugh quite freely, is at ease among people of a different station from him; we actually get the idea that even if he can be a little immature, he shows a lot of promise for rule and justice.  

One of the more interesting connections between he and Zeus is the fact that there is some debate as to whether Zeus is the youngest or the oldest of his siblings since he was never swallowed by his father (who technically, after he regurgitated them, also gave ‘birth’ to the swallowed siblings) - and there is understandable debate as to whether Aegon is really Aegon. It could go either way; they are Schrödinger's brother and represent a puzzle, a possible paradox (I do actually believe Aegon is the real deal; if Ned can smuggle out a secret-baby from a tower across a battlefield with only his buddy from the swamps, Varys could certainly have arranged a switch).  

And associating Aegon with justice, imo, isn’t a stretch - particularly when we’ll get to see him gain some traction outside of Jon Connington’s influence (who just likes to hate on the Martells because he’s a Rhaegar fanboy don’t @ me) and we see him meet Arianne. Jon C only sees Rhaegar in Aegon because all Jon C can ever see is Rhaegar; once we move beyond Jon C’s immediate and constant influence over Aegon (and him trying to shape him as Rhaegar 2.0) we’ll see Aegon have the opportunity to connect directly with his Martell side. I believe there’s a good chance we’ll see Aegon seek out, and speak about it, justice for his mother and sibling especially given that he’ll have a positive Martell influence at his side. We just haven’t had the opportunity yet. (And Zeus was always associated with righteous authority and justice). 

It’s not a huge hint, but there is also the connection Zeus has with gryphons; in a translation of Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus, Prometheus has a warning for Io “Beware of the sharp-beaked hounds of Zeus that do not bark, gryphons”. Gryphons/griffins are also said to pull Zeus’s chariots. Jon C is undoubtedly the guard dog that stands ready at Aegon’s side and manages to ‘carry’ him in a sense to Griffin’s Roost (poor influence on him notwithstanding, I can’t really cast aside the fact that he is loyal to Aegon, regardless of the reasons why). 

Admittedly, Aegon is definitely much milder than Zeus with his flaws microscopic compared to the king of gods, but I think a lot of mythology references aren’t word-for-word, and in asoiaf they sometimes pull through less obviously. Casting Aegon as Zeus works specifically for this because of the rule of three, and who I ended up going with for the other two in this meta/theory. 

Zeus was not without his share of flaws and while he was king of the gods, his rule never went unchallenged - chief amongst them to instigate things was Poseidon. Aegon similarly won’t be unchallenged for it. 

Daenerys/Poseidon

“The Dothraki sea,” Ser Jorah Mormont said as he reined to a halt beside her on the top of the ridge. Beneath them, the plain stretched out immense and empty, a vast flat expanse that reached to the distant horizon and beyond. It was a sea, Dany thought. - Daenerys III, AGOT

“...I shall fear the Dothraki the day they teach their horses to run on water.” - Ned, Eddard VIII AGOT

The horse seemed to know her moods, as if they shared a single mind...The Dothraki were a hard and unsentimental people, and it was not their custom to name their animals, so Dany thought of her only as the silver. She had never loved anything so much. - Daenerys III AGOT 

“...I know that somewhere upon the grass, her dragons hatched, and so did she. I know she is proud. How not? What else was left her but pride? I know she is strong. How not? The Dothraki despise weakness. If Daenerys had been weak, she would have perished with Viserys. I know she is fierce. Astapor, Yunkai and Meereen are proof enough of that. She has survived assassins and conspiracies and fell sorceries, grieved for a brother and a husband and a son, trod the cities of the slavers to dust beneath her dainty sandaled feet.” - Tyrion VI, ADWD

Poseidon was lord of horses, god of the sea (and all that it entailed). Upon drawing his lot, he envied Zeus his position as rightful king and challenged him for it several times (conspiring with his siblings at some points), and would often needle his sibling. He was a key deity to pray to for protection, mostly travelers and sailors. He was associated with the sea, storms, earthquakes, and horses. In some stories, he too was smuggled away from Cronus, in others, he was swallowed like his siblings. 

Poseidon’s temperament was known to reflect the sea and storms; he was unruly and seen as a rebel against authority that existed both in the divine realm and the mortal realm. Him being lord of the sea, storms, earthquakes, and horses, reflects a wilder nature. 

While Aegon is seen as the rightful heir to the iron throne (and consequently has the Golden Company with him, lending a further air of credibility to his right since the GC are ‘honorable’) and has a shared mastery of the sky with Zeus (referring to the day of his birth and its connection to the red comet), Dany has been ‘given’ domain over the sea. The Dothraki sea, at any rate, and the Dothraki themselves (who are also known as horselords). While her temperament hasn’t shown itself to quite the extreme Poseidon’s has shown in his tales, she has a connection to the foreshadowing of a storm, of bringing a storm (her name, the day of her birth, repeated connection with the unruliness of her largest dragon Drogon, and indications of her possibly forming an alliance with Euron Greyjoy in the future etc). 

No squall could frighten Dany, though. Daenerys Stormborn, she was called, for she had come howling into the world on distant Dragonstone as the greatest storm in the memory of Westeros howled outside, a storm so fierce that it rippled gargoyles from the castle walls and smashed her father’s fleet to kindling. - Daenerys I, ASOS 

It’s an interesting connection that Dany has with the sea and horses, imo. She’s shown to love the freedom of the sea, of sailing, and she loves horses. Both are associated with freedom to travel and journey, as we see her ecstasy on the back of Drogon flight gives her a similar feeling. It is, I think, reflecting the fact that she isn’t shown to enjoy ruling, but she does enjoy power and victory (and conquering although it’s not so cartoonishly overt). The fact that Ned says there’s nothing to fear so long as the Dothraki never learn how to cross the Narrow Sea on their horses was setting up that they will ‘learn’. 

Dany, cast under Poseidon, as lord of horses and the sea (and journeying), gives them that “opportunity” (one they don’t want or need, desperately). 

While all the gods of the pantheon were guilty of petty meddling and warring with each other and having rivalries, Poseidon was infamous for having disputes with other gods for supremacy and control of other countries. At once point, when Athens chose to follow Athena over him, he flooded them in his outage. Some believed that his anger roused storms, caused earthquakes, and floods. (Again, he was far from the only god to do petty things like this, but he was held up as the one who was infamous for it even as he was also viewed as a protector). 

Dany doesn’t summon any of those things, but there is a buildup of her anger/frustration in the books. Her justice is biased (to say nothing of her hypocrisy in dealing with slavery, in one breath claiming it is abominable, in the next allowing it to happen and partaking a portion of the profit just as the slavers she had ousted did) when she corrects herself to demand that the wineseller’s daughters be questioned more harshly, rather than gently (implying there is torture to follow in the interrogation). 

We see that temper rear its head when she burns Mirri, a victim of the Dothraki who was taken as a slave after being assaulted a number of times, after Drogo dies, when Jorah’s duplicity is revealed to her and she sends he and Barristan into the sewers hoping they’ll die, etc, (not necessarily to say her anger in some of these moments isn’t warranted, but gradually over the course of the books, her frustration becomes more obvious and her solutions bloodier and less focused). 

Poseidon, despite having his own dominion and having drawn the lot for the sea, challenges Zeus for his. He loses, but it isn’t the only time he challenges Zeus, or any other gods, at times enacting terrible vengeance on them or their favored humans. 

Dany and Aegon meeting is pretty inevitable, but there is foreshadowing that they will be at odds. Maybe they’ll meet with the united idea that the Lannisters/Baratheons have to face justice for what was done, but Dany’s idea of a legacy is wrapped up only in the legacy of the Targaryens, and she refuses to consider any other elements that occurred during the Rebellion (her father going mad, why the Starks and Baratheons rebelled, what Rhaegar was at fault for, etc). Aegon at least is implied to listen to Tyrion - he isn’t only blinded by what Jon C undoubtedly has told him - meaning he’ll likely hear Arianne out too, and Jon Snow. Dany has one truth, passed down from Viserys, one legacy. 

Like Poseidon, Dany already isn’t satisfied with her lot, warring over other countries (or conquest, claiming Meereen for her own after Astapor falls to the butcher). She will challenge Aegon for a lot that belongs to him, but I believe that unlike Poseidon, she’ll actually win against him. 

Jon/Hades

Casting Jon as Hades is something I’ve already written about in this meta, so this is just a summary with bits added on. 

When I compared Jon to Hades, I also compared the Night’s Watch being the place when men went and died, metaphorically, they died in the eyes of the realm (no wife, no sons, no land, no glory, etc). I believe that Jon is being groomed for rule in a different way, that is, holding domain over the condemned or forgotten. 

When Aegon and Dany inevitably clash over the throne, the aftermath is going to look like a hellscape. King’s Landing is repeated through the text to be the seat of power, the center of Westeros, multiple times, and with another Dance building up, I think, leads to foreshadowing that it’ll be ruined or on the brink of ruin at the end. It’ll still need someone to rule it, whether through the infant stages of an elective monarchy (it sounds like they’ll need something more than that or it’ll just invite more chaos as though rule can only be achieved through conquest of some kind, particularly for a monarchy) or otherwise. 

Jon has already fallen into an unenviable position. Sure, he gets to be Lord Commander of the Night’s Watch - an order that vows to remain at the Wall, against a horde of undead, with no support besides Stannis, with ‘dead’ men as his subjects. 

Some myths meld Zeus and Hades into the same being existing on different plains. Hades is also known as “Other Zeus” or “Infernal Zeus”; here, where Zeus is the god of living mortals, Hades is the god of the dead souls. 

Aegon is meant to take the Iron Throne and be the ruler over the Seven Kingdoms, in King’s Landing, a place of power, wealth, bounty from other kingdoms, etc. Dany will be his end in the Dance of Dragons and turn that bounty, or its possibility, into a wasteland. I don’t doubt people will still be alive, but it’ll be a place of ruins, and so will quite a few other places. I think Jon will likely kill Dany after the fact, for kinslaying and being a threat to the north and the realm, and thereby becoming a kinslayer himself. 

The gods of Westeros punish kinslaying. Jon, at this point of finding his family and being murdered for being Lord Commander and spending time under threat with the free folk (even if they do get along now) will probably just want to go home. Punishment for kinslaying will be for him to hold another position no one wants; the throne. Where when Aegon is set to take it, the kingdoms are in chaos, he’ll seem like a bright spot with hope, we might see him pay attention to food issues, the chaos, logistics, etc. And then he dies. And then Dany dies. And all that’s left are the survivors - those seemingly forgotten and condemned to this place afflicted by war and famine -, and Jon. His punishment for kinslaying (and maybe making mistakes with Dany) will not be able to go home, or be made to take up a post at the Watch; he’s condemned, once again, to the people who’ll seem more dead than alive after everything that’s occurred. 

Jon’s duty was, and will continue to be, to the condemned.