Re: Don’t do what I did.

Mom2Dogs · ‎03-09-2010

@Puppy Galore. What a horrible experience for you, I am glad you and your pup made it in....have you ever considered getting a life alert to wear around your neck??

I despise those large trash bins.

nambee · ‎05-08-2022

@Puppy Galore What a terrible ordeal! But you should be proud of yourself that you didn't panic and persevered. You're a tough cookie! But you must have been physically and emotionally exhausted when you and your pup made it inside.

I know what you mean about being alone and having a senior pet who you would do anything to care for and protect. I was in the same situation before my dear pup went to the Bridge. It was just us two and and I would pray each day that God would keep me able to take care of her til it was her time. I miss her dearly but was with her til the end and for that, I am forever grateful.

We've all been in situations where we've forgotten our phones or didn't have our keys and something out of the ordinary happens. Makes us feel stupid especially as we get older. But don't beat yourself up, everyone has a similar story.

Good luck with selling your home and finding a better living situation. Try to enjoy your evening - cuddle your pup and remember you're both safe and sound!

Puppy Galore · ‎10-21-2025

@Mom2Dogs wrote:
@Puppy Galore. What a horrible experience for you, I am glad you and your pup made it in....have you ever considered getting a life alert to wear around your neck??

I despise those large trash bins.

@Mom2Dogs

No, I never considered it always thought those are for older people who have health issues. LOL, i am now there.

tansy · ‎01-02-2011

I am happy the two of you are safe, @Puppy Galore, and hope your house sells quickly.

DSD2 · ‎01-09-2016

I am so glad you and your fur child are all right!

I admire your courage and ingenuity for finding a solution. Your cool head prevailed and thankfully you both are safe.

I also hope your sell your house quickly. Bless you both.

Puppy Galore · ‎10-21-2025

@nambee wrote:
@Puppy Galore What a terrible ordeal! But you should be proud of yourself that you didn't panic and persevered. You're a tough cookie! But you must have been physically and emotionally exhausted when you and your pup made it inside.

I know what you mean about being alone and having a senior pet who you would do anything to care for and protect. I was in the same situation before my dear pup went to the Bridge. It was just us two and and I would pray each day that God would keep me able to take care of her til it was her time. I miss her dearly but was with her til the end and for that, I am forever grateful.

We've all been in situations where we've forgotten our phones or didn't have our keys and something out of the ordinary happens. Makes us feel stupid especially as we get older. But don't beat yourself up, everyone has a similar story.

Good luck with selling your home and finding a better living situation. Try to enjoy your evening - cuddle your pup and remember you're both safe and sound!

@nambee

Thank you. I very sorry for the loss of your sweet pup. It's what most of us dread and understand that time will come to break our hearts.

I cry when I read everyone's posts.

I will keep my independence and live in an apartment with my pup. With those pads many have suggested.

kaydee50 · ‎02-07-2011

@Puppy Galore Happy that all turned out well and so HAPPY that I live in a condo building with doormen.

Etoile308 · ‎01-04-2014

@Puppy Galore, what an ordeal! Glad you came through it okay. Shows you're stronger than you realize.

I have one of those heavy unwieldy 65 gallon trash cans. I keep it empty and push it out to the curb empty. The trash bags are stored through the week in an old smaller bin in my garage. On trash days I use to place two at a time in a yard wagon and roll down the driveway to the trash can.

When I felt my walking with heavy items became more unsteady, I took my mom's old rollator and placed the bags on the seat to roll to the trash can. Now it's a breeze to take out the trash and recyclables.

I have a keypad on my garage door if I need to get in the house. If the door between the garage and house is locked, I have a key hidden in the garage.

Puppy Galore · ‎10-21-2025

@kaydee50 wrote:
@Puppy Galore Happy that all turned out well and so HAPPY that I live in a condo building with doormen.

@kaydee50

Thank you! You're living a dream I always wanted.

LdyBugz · ‎03-10-2010

@Puppy Galore. It's so scary when stuff like that happens, right?! I'm glad you are o.k. though and we're able to find a solution!

All last summer long, I was outside in the evenings watering my new lawn. To ease my fear of locking myself out, I would unlock both the front and back doors, and, I made sure I had my phone and keys with me before I stepped outside. Overkill? Perhaps!

Maybe you could hang an extra key on the inside doorknob of the door you use. That way you will see it and could put it around your neck before you head out.

BTW, those huge trash barrels are a pain, aren't they?! Sometimes when I get home from work, a windy day has made those darn barrels travel down the street! Aaarrrgg!

Be safe, glad you are o.k.!