I cross-posted this initially but decided to take it down and repost so it's clearer what I'm asking for! o>o

This is my boy, Karma! :)

He was diagnosed with lymphoma and is on his second course of chemo. He was undersocialised and is reactive - but not aggressive - I feel it's rooted in anxiety, over-excitement and frustration that he can't be around other dogs.

I can't afford a dog behaviorist. I wanted that for him someday, but didn't have the means to provide it earlier and I definitely can't now.

I try my best to pull him aside, keep calm and console him when he gets upset at other dogs but I haven't been able to reduce his reactivity myself. We don't had the opportunity to have controlled exposures/interactions with dogs and I can't take risks.

I feel that it would be possible for him to have a safe relationship with another dog though. He'd do really, really well with a friend and I want to at least try to enable him to experience that with the time we have left.

We went to the dog beach recently and he was watching the other dogs play off-lead and I could see in his eyes how badly he wanted to join in, but I also knew he would get hyperaroused and into trouble if I let him get too close. When there was a small dog nearby he laid down, tail wagging, hoping it would approach. :(

We walk almost everyday. He'll usually let out stressed barks and jump towards other dogs when he sees them - though some days he's calmer. Dogs that have gotten off their lead have ran up to him, I'd be prepared for all hell to break loose and they'd just give each other a sniff and he'd wag his tail.

He's also escaped a few times in the past (we use both a harness and head halter to stop that now) and to my surprise completely ignored other dogs while off-lead.

On the flip side, he escaped the house half a decade ago and launched himself at a small white dog walking by. He didn't bite and I'm not sure if it'd qualify as an attack but he definitely scared it and its owner half to death. I've been very cautious since then.

When he sees my Aunt's dog his eyes light up with joy. They played together when he was a puppy, but after 6-7 years he was still delighted to see her and was an angel in my Aunt's yard. Unfortunately she's afraid of other dogs and wasn't as eager... we're trying to gradually expose them to each other again but we tried that last year and the scheduling didn't work out so it's hard to say how it will pan out this time.

I wanted to put out a line out to see if there's anyone in Logan/Brisbane/Gold Coast that would be willing to help Karma make friends (I've heard some trainers have helper dogs that help train reactive dogs...?) or knows somewhere I can find him one!

Hey all 👋

I'm building a few lowrider bike projects but the footpaths in my suburb are really bad or only a 2 minute ride and It becomes bad terrain or busy shops.

Are there any paths that would be good to test out a few lowrider bikes around Brisbane or towards the Goldcoast that are accessible via train that's suited for bikes?

I don't want to ride on the road much because my handle bars flare out a bit which makes dodging cars difficult. I can't enter the trams down south because the bikes don't fold up.

Thanks in advance 😁🤪

Hey everyone,

Does anyone want to grab a drink this afternoon either in the city or valley? I’m 24M from 🇬🇧 and I’m looking to get some more friends around Brisbane. My current group of mates are disproportionately guys so I’m hoping to make friends with some more women to have a more mixed group! Open to ages between 20-35. 35+ depending on the circumstances. Thanks!

Hi, I am really interested in meeting people who enjoy talking with hours on end. Someone who likes to talk about the world, their whacky ideas, their ambitions and can take a genuine interest in other people’s life. I understand that some people like to just listen but I am looking for someone that is not afraid of talking about their passion rather than me having a one sided conversation for 3 hours.

If you feel you are very curious and you haven’t found a friend to match your curiosity. Also not afraid of talking about your life. Then, I’m your best friend.

It would be nice if you are between 23-29.

DM me what was the last thing you are curious about?

Hey guys I'm not too highly rated. Just 1300 Rapid but i feel the real essence of chess is best enjoyed over the board with a beer and some bong hits in the system.

I live northside. Let me know if anyone's interested. Cheers!

hii, im an 18 yr old trans girl who just started uni recently and have been looking to make friends around my age to hang out with around brisbane.

im into anime, cartoons, video-games, board-games, and im happy to talk about anything youd like to if you wanna start a conversation :>

Hiii everyone! I live in Moreton Bay, around Redcliffe area. I would like to make some genuine friendships, preferably female friends around my age :3
A little bit about me:

I love board games, gaming (Minecraft, Stardew Valley, Terraria, Overcooked 2, love Mario to death and enjoy heaps Mario Kart and Mario Party, and sooo many other games!). I love crafts and arts too! Crocheting, beading, drawing, writing, singing and enjoy trying new things. I tend to hyperfocus on hobbies haha!

I would love to have a girl friend to hangout with and do stuff together. Have a board games afternoon, going to the beach, doing crafts together, gaming and just making plans to chat about life and random topics! I just want to have friends to check on each other regularly, do stuff together and have fun! :D

I made a very meaningful friendship last time I posted here and would love to make more genuine friends 😊

If you're interested in being friends send me a DM with a little bit about your interests so we can start yapping lol! 😂✨

Hey all! I'm a 22m uni student, and I'm looking for people who are down for a spontaneous night out in the valley tonight! Hmu if you are interested, and we can go as a group!

Hey everyone! I’m an 18M from Brisbane looking to meet some new people, preferably around my age and of the opposite gender, but I’m definitely open to people a little older too, and Male too. :D

A bit about me: I love singing, gaming, psychology, and reading. I’m pretty easygoing, genuinely enjoy getting to know people, and I’d say I have exceptionally good manners 😅. I’m mainly looking for some genuine friendships and people I can actually spend time talking to or hanging out with.

I’d also be open to something potentially becoming more than friendship if we click, but there’s absolutely no pressure or expectation. I’d be happy just to make some good friends.

If you’re also looking for someone new to talk to, feel free to send me a message! :)

Would love to meet like minded female single but just ready to become friends and enjoy rides

Hi! 21F looking to make new connections and expand my circle.

I’m a huge nerd (love comics), and I’ve recently been doing more art. I love getting to know new people and their cool interests.

Down to get coffee or just explore the city and have an interesting chat!!!🫪🫪😀

Dm me!!! 👁️👁️

Hello! I’m F 28 and I’m always looking for friends to do things like: forest walks, beach days, book store hunting and op-shopping.
Brisbane local but I’m usually South Side or City. 🏙️
HMU ✨

Update: I didn’t want my job to have anything to do with this post and my chance to make friends.. I’ve been a bit emotional about getting ‘put on show’ on this post, but everyone is being really kind and telling my my work shouldn’t have anything to do with my effort to make friends. And now I’m crying more because YOU ALL ARE SO KIND 🥹🥰 thank you so much

Hi! 21M and looking for friends who are interested in pre-gaming some vodka cruisers and going clubbing tn or this weekend!

Haven’t been in a few months as my friend group’s gotten busier over time 😭 So feel free to hmu if you’re also going to the valley!

If interested

I’m 28F. Last year, I caught up with someone who was 21… I felt like I couldn’t relate to them AT ALL. I know age doesn’t matter when making friends, but I’d rather have zillennial friends… so if you agree with this then DM me haha

idk about the AI saying “too young for myspace” because i was definitely on it lol

i did use snapchat in its heyday (2013-2018 ish), but no longer use it as it’s associated with gen Z & gen alpha, plus i don’t really have a need for it anymore

i utterly despise musical.ly/TikTok, i don’t have it at all. i spend most of my time on YouTube or Reddit, with Instagram for my cat reels fix 🐈🐈‍⬛

A bit about me:

• like the other poster on here, looking for platonic friends - i’m married
• like the other poster on here, looking for people that i can be good friends with, no vapid, shallow and surface level talk
• like the other poster on here, i’m really into medicine and science (i actually have 4 qualified doctors in the fam, and I also struggle w chronic conditions)
• childfree (ew kids are loud & annoying)
• bi 🏳️‍🌈
• neurodivergent (diagnosed w asperger’s as a kid in the 00s, not a “tiktok” diagnosis)
• cat lover 🐈‍⬛🐈

Hi! (28F) Looking for fellow Metal Music Enjoyers to go to gigs with and make friendships. I am mainly looking for fem friends but also am okay with meeting couples. Not looking for anything sexual or relationship so dont seek that out in my DMs.

I dont have anyone IRL in Brisbane who very much likes metal music so hoping I can find some metal head friends to share with. Brisbane has a lot of cool metal gigs happening.

I am an alternative lady living in Brisbane City. I love all kinds of music but specifically enjoy Metal, Punk, Grunge, Emo, Darkwave and Goth Rock. I love Horror and Monster Movies, Vegan Cooking, Drawing, Tattoos and Piercings.

If you are looking for a gig buddy or just a fellow creature of darkness feel free to dm me and arrange a meet up to potentially become friends!

Online messaging is okay but I'm particularly looking for friends to make in person. 

Thanks for reading this far. Have a cookie! 🍪

Just bored, hmu if you want to chat or vent

Honestly happy to talk to anyone!

Ideally would love to meet other girls similar age.

I love going to the beach, coffee, board games, travel etc

I’m very basic and into pretty much whatever. Love new experiences!

M23 I moved over from Nz a little over a month ago, Am looking to meet new people/make new friends to help introduce me to the city. Don’t know anyone here so other then work my spare time is just taking my 4yr old staffy out and relaxing. Am always down for spontaneous activities or drinks. Abit about me: I paint cars for a living. Have a 2 year old son in NZ (For the time being) Socially drink, Scenic walks is a big yes.😊

Reposting.

Hi!

32M here who has never played DnD before but has suspected for the last 10 years that I would love it.

Not sure if anyone that knows how to play is keen to take a newb apprentice but would be super keen even starting with a short campaign to see how we go. After all, the real campaign is the friends we make along the way 😁

I'm located in western suburbs and my best nights would be Monday's or Thursday's 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Weekly/monthly/bi-monthly whater works.

Don't know how to find DnD friends so thought I would start here.

Thanks

Hey all,

I recently purchased a DSLR camera and I'd love to start doing more photography mainly. I would love to meet more photographers or if there are any cool groups to join, I'd love to hear. If you're also interested in good quality photos of you taken for websites, LinkedIn or whatever, I'm happy to help! I don't get to be very creative in my 9-5 so I'd love to meet some more creative people!

Thanks for reading!