CrankyGoat 🇨🇦
@crankygoat.bsky.social
Vancouver Islander, introvert and outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking, kayaking, rowing, canicross, rucking, natural sciences, environmental ecology, art and reading a good book cuddled with our dog. Life is meant to be savoured … not hurried along.
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@crankygoat.bsky.social
· Jun 17
Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
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Beans aren't the villain. A new meta-analysis of 20 trials found that eating a cup of legumes daily lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% and improves fasting insulin. The 'anti-nutrient' fear is overblown.
Beans aren't the villain. A new meta-analysis of 20 trials found that eating a cup of legumes daily lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% and improves fasting insulin. The 'anti-nutrient' fear is overblown.
August 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
[Part 1 of 3]
Beans aren't the villain. A new meta-analysis of 20 trials found that eating a cup of legumes daily lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% and improves fasting insulin. The 'anti-nutrient' fear is overblown.
Beans aren't the villain. A new meta-analysis of 20 trials found that eating a cup of legumes daily lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% and improves fasting insulin. The 'anti-nutrient' fear is overblown.
Reading about how anxious someone was running without a tracking device! It made me feel sad, both for them but also for a society that feels they need to track everything. I’m hopeful most of us who run with our dogs realize one simple truth:
It’s never about the metrics, it’s all about the joy 🥰
It’s never about the metrics, it’s all about the joy 🥰
June 20, 2026 at 5:39 AM
Reading about how anxious someone was running without a tracking device! It made me feel sad, both for them but also for a society that feels they need to track everything. I’m hopeful most of us who run with our dogs realize one simple truth:
It’s never about the metrics, it’s all about the joy 🥰
It’s never about the metrics, it’s all about the joy 🥰
Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
June 17, 2026 at 5:55 AM
Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
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🐢 It’s turtle nesting season in B.C.! If you uncover tiny turtle eggs while gardening, leave them where they are and keep pets away.
Learn how to help turtles: https://spca.bc.ca/news/turtles-in-bc/
Photo: Ronald Wilson
Learn how to help turtles: https://spca.bc.ca/news/turtles-in-bc/
Photo: Ronald Wilson
June 3, 2026 at 4:45 PM
🐢 It’s turtle nesting season in B.C.! If you uncover tiny turtle eggs while gardening, leave them where they are and keep pets away.
Learn how to help turtles: https://spca.bc.ca/news/turtles-in-bc/
Photo: Ronald Wilson
Learn how to help turtles: https://spca.bc.ca/news/turtles-in-bc/
Photo: Ronald Wilson
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Being alive at all is the most extraordinary stroke of good luck any of us will ever experience, the physicist Alan Lightman writes: “The question is: What are we to make of the fantastically improbable fact of our existence, our moment of life?”
The Ordinary Miracle of Existing
Being alive at all is the most extraordinary stroke of good luck any of us will ever experience.
bit.ly
June 4, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Being alive at all is the most extraordinary stroke of good luck any of us will ever experience, the physicist Alan Lightman writes: “The question is: What are we to make of the fantastically improbable fact of our existence, our moment of life?”
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Biodiversity looks different everywhere, and people on iNaturalist are documenting what they notice! Here's a small glimpse at what's been shared in the International Day for Biodiversity 2026 project so far ... 🧵⤵️
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @UNBiodiversity
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @UNBiodiversity
May 28, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Biodiversity looks different everywhere, and people on iNaturalist are documenting what they notice! Here's a small glimpse at what's been shared in the International Day for Biodiversity 2026 project so far ... 🧵⤵️
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @UNBiodiversity
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @UNBiodiversity
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Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
December 12, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
#CrankyGoat #dog
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Apologies to folks who responded to my original post, had to correct spelling error (wish BSKY would allow edits). The joy of seeing a rescue dog "bloom" is a deeply moving and truly enriching experience - it makes us a better person for it.
“Rescued is my favorite breed.”
“Rescued is my favorite breed.”
December 12, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Apologies to folks who responded to my original post, had to correct spelling error (wish BSKY would allow edits). The joy of seeing a rescue dog "bloom" is a deeply moving and truly enriching experience - it makes us a better person for it.
“Rescued is my favorite breed.”
“Rescued is my favorite breed.”
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In honor of International Day for Biodiversity ... which iconic taxa are you? 👀 (Let us know which ones you want to see next!)
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
May 22, 2026 at 1:50 PM
In honor of International Day for Biodiversity ... which iconic taxa are you? 👀 (Let us know which ones you want to see next!)
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
#IDB2026 #BiodiversityDay #LocalAction #ForNature @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
I’m 59 years old, I remain active and continue mountain hiking regularly - but if / when I need something like this, it’s nice knowing it will be both available and affordable…
The new AI-powered Hypershell X Ultra promises to cut your hiking effort by 20 percent. I took the $2,000 motorized chassis to the Grand Canyon to test whether it’s a game-changer or a gimmick.
I Tried the Newest Exoskeleton for Hikers. It Could Help Millions Enjoy the Trail.
The new AI-powered Hypershell X Ultra promises to cut your hiking effort by 20 percent. I took the $2,000 motorized chassis to the Grand Canyon to test whether it’s a game-changer or a gimmick.
bit.ly
May 24, 2026 at 3:12 AM
I’m 59 years old, I remain active and continue mountain hiking regularly - but if / when I need something like this, it’s nice knowing it will be both available and affordable…
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Swans have one off the coolest landing technique ever.. 😊
May 4, 2026 at 5:01 AM
Swans have one off the coolest landing technique ever.. 😊
Totally agree 👍🏽 night runs (and mountain hikes) are often the best
May 24, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Totally agree 👍🏽 night runs (and mountain hikes) are often the best
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An animated documentary short about one of sport’s most unassuming superstars – soccer legend Christine Sinclair. This Knowledge Original is a story of how quiet leadership can leave the loudest legacy.
Christine Sinclair: Kind of a Big Deal
On youtube.com/@KnowledgeNetworkOfficial or knowledge.ca
Christine Sinclair: Kind of a Big Deal
On youtube.com/@KnowledgeNetworkOfficial or knowledge.ca
May 22, 2026 at 3:18 PM
An animated documentary short about one of sport’s most unassuming superstars – soccer legend Christine Sinclair. This Knowledge Original is a story of how quiet leadership can leave the loudest legacy.
Christine Sinclair: Kind of a Big Deal
On youtube.com/@KnowledgeNetworkOfficial or knowledge.ca
Christine Sinclair: Kind of a Big Deal
On youtube.com/@KnowledgeNetworkOfficial or knowledge.ca
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The 81st annual Swiftsure International Yacht Race had only just begun when a pod of ocras surfaced from the water, and caught the eye of excited spectators at Clover Point.
‘Everyone’s getting excited’: Pod of orcas arrive at the Swiftsure International Yacht Race Saturday
The 81st annual Swiftsure International Yacht Race had only just begun when a pod of ocras surfaced from the water, and caught the eye of excited spectators at Clover Point.
cheknews.ca
May 23, 2026 at 11:25 PM
The 81st annual Swiftsure International Yacht Race had only just begun when a pod of ocras surfaced from the water, and caught the eye of excited spectators at Clover Point.
Dog intelligence isn't one-size-fits-all; it depends on a breed's purpose. Experts divide it into instinctual, obedience, and adaptive intelligence. While a Border Collie excels at quick commands, a Staffy shows its brilliance through independent and adaptive problem-solving.
May 23, 2026 at 4:07 AM
Dog intelligence isn't one-size-fits-all; it depends on a breed's purpose. Experts divide it into instinctual, obedience, and adaptive intelligence. While a Border Collie excels at quick commands, a Staffy shows its brilliance through independent and adaptive problem-solving.
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BC’s Central Coast is an extraordinary place - home to whales, salmon and seabirds, and deeply connected to coastal First Nations for millennia. A new National Marine Conservation Area Reserve will protect these waters while supporting economic prosperity.
May 22, 2026 at 9:05 PM
BC’s Central Coast is an extraordinary place - home to whales, salmon and seabirds, and deeply connected to coastal First Nations for millennia. A new National Marine Conservation Area Reserve will protect these waters while supporting economic prosperity.
Least fit people need to do more exercise than fittest to get same benefit – study
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
Least fit people need to do more exercise than fittest to get same benefit – study
Research appears to challenge previous studies with some experts calling aspects of it ‘misguided’
www.theguardian.com
May 22, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Least fit people need to do more exercise than fittest to get same benefit – study
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
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Over 50? Your balance might predict how long you stay strong and independent. Try this: stand on 1 leg for 10 seconds while brushing your teeth. If it’s wobbly, that’s your new daily drill. How long can you hold today? this is gold! #FitnessSky #BalanceTraining
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Over-50s who pass this 10-second balance test have better predicted longevity—here’s how to improve your balance at any age
Maintain the ability to move confidently, react quickly and stay independent as you age, says Jacque Crockford
shorturl.at
May 21, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Over 50? Your balance might predict how long you stay strong and independent. Try this: stand on 1 leg for 10 seconds while brushing your teeth. If it’s wobbly, that’s your new daily drill. How long can you hold today? this is gold! #FitnessSky #BalanceTraining
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shorturl.at/NqIQO
Canicross isn't about speed. It's about trust, communication, and learning to move as one. Step by step, pull by pull. He runs with pure joy and zero doubts. I run trying to keep up and be worthy of that trust. That's canicross.
My beautiful mutt after 10 km cross country run in the rain …
My beautiful mutt after 10 km cross country run in the rain …
February 4, 2026 at 6:41 AM
Canicross isn't about speed. It's about trust, communication, and learning to move as one. Step by step, pull by pull. He runs with pure joy and zero doubts. I run trying to keep up and be worthy of that trust. That's canicross.
My beautiful mutt after 10 km cross country run in the rain …
My beautiful mutt after 10 km cross country run in the rain …
A peaceful, relaxing day after the holiday “business” - a great way to truly start the New Year 😊
#crankygoat
#crankygoat
January 3, 2026 at 4:44 AM
A peaceful, relaxing day after the holiday “business” - a great way to truly start the New Year 😊
#crankygoat
#crankygoat
A "perfect imperfect dog" is a beloved pet with quirks, disabilities, or training challenges that make them uniquely wonderful, finding love not despite their flaws but because of them … here’s to our much loved “perfectly imperfect” dog, who brings much joy into our lives.
#CrankyGoat #dogs
#CrankyGoat #dogs
December 28, 2025 at 6:52 AM
A "perfect imperfect dog" is a beloved pet with quirks, disabilities, or training challenges that make them uniquely wonderful, finding love not despite their flaws but because of them … here’s to our much loved “perfectly imperfect” dog, who brings much joy into our lives.
#CrankyGoat #dogs
#CrankyGoat #dogs