u/justsomeguy8905

I live in an old duplex with a reclusive neighbor tenant who lives on the bottom half of the house. Lately in the afternoons and evenings, I’d say for the past few weeks, a strong chemical odor wafts upstairs and sits in my unit. It’s hard to get out even with all the windows open and fans going and it hurts my head. It’s late at night right now and I’m having trouble sleeping because of it. The smell is similar to paint thinner but I’m not exactly sure what it is.

I never see this guy and I live alone so I’m worried about starting shit. I’ve had issues with him being messy and inconsiderate but this is the latest thing. Do I leave him a message or go straight to the landlord?

I just need to vent about my border collie mix. Love him to death, great guy most of the time. We live in an apartment (got out of an abusive relationship - he wasn’t supposed to be my dog) so we have to go out on walks, sniff spots, the works.

Of course, walking around is like a haunted house - dogs rushing their fences, popping out of windows and barking, coming around blind corners. Then there’s cars which my dog reacts to SOMETIMES but not always. I know his triggers stack so usually it’s when he’s already seen a dog and hears cars coming but sometimes it’s literally attacking a parked empty car.

Today was just worse than usual. I have another well adjusted herding dog who also needs exercise. I am single and don’t have anyone to help me out. Been having a hard time with work and personal relationships lately that have been contributing to anxiety. I would love to enjoy time outdoors on a beautiful day but I end up even more stressed out trying to control and calm my dog - cross crossing streets and trying to avoid whatever might set him off. I’m just so so so so so tired today and that’s all.