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Jul 30, 2019 @ 15:17

Hi,


I moved to Geneva in April and I am a proud pet parents. My lovely golden labrador is home with my parents, a family home where he's been raised and is showered with attention 24/7. It was hard for me to not get him here with me knowing he will be alone while I am at work and that he suffers from acute separation anxiety. The bummer is I am extremely fond of dogs. So here is my offer — if someone wishes to socialize with their dogs, go on hikes, play, walk, have conversations about life and the tyranny of it ;) you just have to drop a hello. 


 


Look forward to connecting with a set of wonderful people.


Good week ahead. Also here is my kid — Posto :)


Diya



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Hi,


I moved to Geneva in April and I am a proud pet parents. My lovely golden labrador is home with my parents, a family home where he's been raised and is showered with attention 24/7. It was hard for me to not get him here with me knowing he will be alone while I am at work and that he suffers from acute separation anxiety. The bummer is I am extremely fond of dogs. So here is my offer — if someone wishes to socialize with their dogs, go on hikes, play, walk, have conversations about life and the tyranny of it ;) you just have to drop a hello. 


 


Look forward to connecting with a set of wonderful people.


Good week ahead. Also here is my kid — Posto :)


Diya


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 15:19

Sorry for a bit of clumsy sentence construction. Proud pet parent..


 


Typing in a jiffy.


Good week all.

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Sorry for a bit of clumsy sentence construction. Proud pet parent..


 


Typing in a jiffy.


Good week all.


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 16:18

Hey Diya,


There is this group called "Hiking with dogs" or something. They organize a hike once a month. Never been to it, but should be relatively easy hikes, with dogs as a bonus. I'm sure people would let you pet their doggies :)


I miss mine too...needy brat, but oh so cute...

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Hey Diya,


There is this group called "Hiking with dogs" or something. They organize a hike once a month. Never been to it, but should be relatively easy hikes, with dogs as a bonus. I'm sure people would let you pet their doggies :)


I miss mine too...needy brat, but oh so cute...


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 16:19

here, hope it works:


https://www.glocals.com/things-to-do/geneva/105941.htm

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here, hope it works:


https://www.glocals.com/things-to-do/geneva/105941.htm


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 17:03

Already part of this, but looking for a more regular fix :)


Many thanks for suggesting.

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Already part of this, but looking for a more regular fix :)


Many thanks for suggesting.


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 20:24

for a more regular fix, you get a dog I guess..?


jokes aside, I suppose you know that different breeds and/or dog personalities are more independent...it's also how you train them. But they can never be as independent as cats.


cats are also somewhat trainable, contrary to popular belief...but unfortunately they don't fetch rubber duckies from the lake...

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for a more regular fix, you get a dog I guess..?


jokes aside, I suppose you know that different breeds and/or dog personalities are more independent...it's also how you train them. But they can never be as independent as cats.


cats are also somewhat trainable, contrary to popular belief...but unfortunately they don't fetch rubber duckies from the lake...


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Jul 30, 2019 @ 20:50

Well, I didn't train my dog to stay alone. We sort of spoilt him and in retrospect I see the challenges. However getting another dog while I am posted here is not on the radar. :) Ah, and I am too much of a dog person - the fetch, the cuddle and the droopy eyes and ears... They are just lovely :) 

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Well, I didn't train my dog to stay alone. We sort of spoilt him and in retrospect I see the challenges. However getting another dog while I am posted here is not on the radar. :) Ah, and I am too much of a dog person - the fetch, the cuddle and the droopy eyes and ears... They are just lovely :) 


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Jul 31, 2019 @ 15:09

Hi Diya.  I totally understand what you feel!


How about to go to SPA Nyon, Geneva or in Gex. This is a réfuges for abandoned animals. If you arrive early you have a choice of dogs to stroll with. I did it in France. Here is the address: 1305 Route de Mourex Pitegny 01170 GEX Tél.  04.50.41.74.80. Be sure to arrive at the opening hours for dogs walle othewise they are all gone for a walk. 


If you decide to go there or at Nyon I might join you. PM me if you are interested. 


Hugs,


Nat

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Hi Diya.  I totally understand what you feel!


How about to go to SPA Nyon, Geneva or in Gex. This is a réfuges for abandoned animals. If you arrive early you have a choice of dogs to stroll with. I did it in France. Here is the address: 1305 Route de Mourex Pitegny 01170 GEX Tél.  04.50.41.74.80. Be sure to arrive at the opening hours for dogs walle othewise they are all gone for a walk. 


If you decide to go there or at Nyon I might join you. PM me if you are interested. 


Hugs,


Nat


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Jul 31, 2019 @ 15:10

P.S. The picture of your dog is absolutely adorable!

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P.S. The picture of your dog is absolutely adorable!


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Jul 31, 2019 @ 15:18

Thanks a lot, sounds like a fabulous idea. I dont have a car, I am assuming these two shelters are do'able via public transport. If you are game, I would love to do this :) 


Will PM you my number,


Diya


 

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Thanks a lot, sounds like a fabulous idea. I dont have a car, I am assuming these two shelters are do'able via public transport. If you are game, I would love to do this :) 


Will PM you my number,


Diya


 


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