Nicci Bergunder
@niccibergunder.bsky.social
Be who you need(ed). Seeker. Sailor. As seen while walking the dog… all photos are by me. Coast Salish Territory.
I don’t know which Rosie finds most mortifying, her 🦞 costume or me as a 🐻
#happyhalloween #samhain #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dogsofinstagram
#happyhalloween #samhain #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dogsofinstagram
November 1, 2025 at 1:55 AM
I don’t know which Rosie finds most mortifying, her 🦞 costume or me as a 🐻
#happyhalloween #samhain #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dogsofinstagram
#happyhalloween #samhain #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dogsofinstagram
The web site Red Dress Stories MB was launched September 30 in Treaty One Territory.
It opens with a trigger warning, and then shares stories and a map and photos of MMIWG+2 from accross Manitoba.
There are 410 profiles attached to the map. New profiles added regularly.
reddressstoriesmb.ca/map
It opens with a trigger warning, and then shares stories and a map and photos of MMIWG+2 from accross Manitoba.
There are 410 profiles attached to the map. New profiles added regularly.
reddressstoriesmb.ca/map
Red Dress Stories MB
reddressstoriesmb.ca
October 10, 2025 at 4:36 AM
The web site Red Dress Stories MB was launched September 30 in Treaty One Territory.
It opens with a trigger warning, and then shares stories and a map and photos of MMIWG+2 from accross Manitoba.
There are 410 profiles attached to the map. New profiles added regularly.
reddressstoriesmb.ca/map
It opens with a trigger warning, and then shares stories and a map and photos of MMIWG+2 from accross Manitoba.
There are 410 profiles attached to the map. New profiles added regularly.
reddressstoriesmb.ca/map
From first glimpse after her 24 hour transport to this morning’s ridiculous parrot snuggle, I’m so glad I adopted this little money pit :)
#HappyGotchaDay Rosie
#adoptdontshop #dogs #pitbulls #secondchances @runningwildrescue
#HappyGotchaDay Rosie
#adoptdontshop #dogs #pitbulls #secondchances @runningwildrescue
September 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
From first glimpse after her 24 hour transport to this morning’s ridiculous parrot snuggle, I’m so glad I adopted this little money pit :)
#HappyGotchaDay Rosie
#adoptdontshop #dogs #pitbulls #secondchances @runningwildrescue
#HappyGotchaDay Rosie
#adoptdontshop #dogs #pitbulls #secondchances @runningwildrescue
Honest response to “DO NOT EAT the GD 🐇 POOP!” What’s truly awesome is that she is confident enough now to be a little defiant and not terrified when I yell across the yard. #pitbull #dog #summervibes #damagedpitbullremediation
July 14, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Honest response to “DO NOT EAT the GD 🐇 POOP!” What’s truly awesome is that she is confident enough now to be a little defiant and not terrified when I yell across the yard. #pitbull #dog #summervibes #damagedpitbullremediation
You can see Rosie-shark’s first broken canine - the other 3 big choppers will also break off - legacy damage from before her rescue. All 4 have to be pulled & I’m thinking implants. I hear adamantium isn’t available so maybe titanium. #adoptdontshop #dog #pitbull #damagedpitbullremediation
July 5, 2025 at 11:06 PM
You can see Rosie-shark’s first broken canine - the other 3 big choppers will also break off - legacy damage from before her rescue. All 4 have to be pulled & I’m thinking implants. I hear adamantium isn’t available so maybe titanium. #adoptdontshop #dog #pitbull #damagedpitbullremediation
Look who’s 2!!! Happy bday Rosie-girl
#adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #pitbull #dog #prettygirl
#adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #pitbull #dog #prettygirl
July 1, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Look who’s 2!!! Happy bday Rosie-girl
#adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #pitbull #dog #prettygirl
#adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #pitbull #dog #prettygirl
Little Baby Rose has been absolutely rocking the full-day daycare experience! She is learning how to meet the full range of doggy personalities, and how to navigate those meetings without conflict. I am so proud of her.
#abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #adoptdontshop
#abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #adoptdontshop
June 27, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Little Baby Rose has been absolutely rocking the full-day daycare experience! She is learning how to meet the full range of doggy personalities, and how to navigate those meetings without conflict. I am so proud of her.
#abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #adoptdontshop
#abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #adoptdontshop
Happy Indigenous People’s Day & Summer Solstice
Art is Turtle Island by Donna Langhorne, Anishinaabe
* Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom
* Zaagi'idiwin—Love
* Minaadendamowin—Respect
* Aakode'ewin—Bravery
* Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty
* Dabaadendiziwin—Humility
* Debwewin—Truth
#AllMyRelations #WeAreAllConnected
Art is Turtle Island by Donna Langhorne, Anishinaabe
* Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom
* Zaagi'idiwin—Love
* Minaadendamowin—Respect
* Aakode'ewin—Bravery
* Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty
* Dabaadendiziwin—Humility
* Debwewin—Truth
#AllMyRelations #WeAreAllConnected
June 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Happy Indigenous People’s Day & Summer Solstice
Art is Turtle Island by Donna Langhorne, Anishinaabe
* Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom
* Zaagi'idiwin—Love
* Minaadendamowin—Respect
* Aakode'ewin—Bravery
* Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty
* Dabaadendiziwin—Humility
* Debwewin—Truth
#AllMyRelations #WeAreAllConnected
Art is Turtle Island by Donna Langhorne, Anishinaabe
* Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom
* Zaagi'idiwin—Love
* Minaadendamowin—Respect
* Aakode'ewin—Bravery
* Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty
* Dabaadendiziwin—Humility
* Debwewin—Truth
#AllMyRelations #WeAreAllConnected
WoooWhooo!!! Rosie has completed her second phase of socialization training and been accepted into real daycare!!!! Woot! Woot! #adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #pitbull #happy #dogpack
June 20, 2025 at 1:09 AM
WoooWhooo!!! Rosie has completed her second phase of socialization training and been accepted into real daycare!!!! Woot! Woot! #adoptdontshop #abusedpitbullremediation #dogs #pitbull #happy #dogpack
As seen while walking the dog - I don’t know the hən'q'əmin'əm word for this medicinal but Xwakw’eltel (Halq'eméylem) Geum macrophyllum (Latin) Large-leaved Avens (English)
#photography #CoastSalish #IndigenousMedicine #ecology #green #pitbull
#photography #CoastSalish #IndigenousMedicine #ecology #green #pitbull
June 19, 2025 at 6:08 PM
As seen while walking the dog - I don’t know the hən'q'əmin'əm word for this medicinal but Xwakw’eltel (Halq'eméylem) Geum macrophyllum (Latin) Large-leaved Avens (English)
#photography #CoastSalish #IndigenousMedicine #ecology #green #pitbull
#photography #CoastSalish #IndigenousMedicine #ecology #green #pitbull
As seen while walking the dog - a grand example of my favourite tree chewōlhp (Halq'eméylem) Populus trichocarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English). Wow they smell so good! #photography #deciduous #trees #habitat #green
June 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
As seen while walking the dog - a grand example of my favourite tree chewōlhp (Halq'eméylem) Populus trichocarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English). Wow they smell so good! #photography #deciduous #trees #habitat #green
Who’s a good dog? Rosie! Rosie is! (I know I’m biased, so it feels good when actual trainers tell me how sweet & smart my dog is)
This training builds on what we’ve been doing & moves Rose 1 step closer to the skills & confidence she needs to be a happy dog in public. #dogs #adoptdontshop #rescue
This training builds on what we’ve been doing & moves Rose 1 step closer to the skills & confidence she needs to be a happy dog in public. #dogs #adoptdontshop #rescue
June 10, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Who’s a good dog? Rosie! Rosie is! (I know I’m biased, so it feels good when actual trainers tell me how sweet & smart my dog is)
This training builds on what we’ve been doing & moves Rose 1 step closer to the skills & confidence she needs to be a happy dog in public. #dogs #adoptdontshop #rescue
This training builds on what we’ve been doing & moves Rose 1 step closer to the skills & confidence she needs to be a happy dog in public. #dogs #adoptdontshop #rescue
Happy Canadian National Indigenous History Month and Happy International Pride Month!
We are all relations, all connected. Love is love.
Artist: Cody James Houle
We are all relations, all connected. Love is love.
Artist: Cody James Houle
June 1, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Happy Canadian National Indigenous History Month and Happy International Pride Month!
We are all relations, all connected. Love is love.
Artist: Cody James Houle
We are all relations, all connected. Love is love.
Artist: Cody James Houle
It’s a rainy spring Saturday and although we could be hiking in the rain, today is about cuddles, xxl hoodies, and movies. #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dog
May 31, 2025 at 8:21 PM
It’s a rainy spring Saturday and although we could be hiking in the rain, today is about cuddles, xxl hoodies, and movies. #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dog
Rosie had an hour long intake assessment at a training kennel today. She did great considering she was feral 8 months ago. She’s not ready for their pack so we’re going to do a series of training sessions to see what it will take to get her there. #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dog 🐶 #shessopretty
May 30, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Rosie had an hour long intake assessment at a training kennel today. She did great considering she was feral 8 months ago. She’s not ready for their pack so we’re going to do a series of training sessions to see what it will take to get her there. #pitbull #adoptdontshop #dog 🐶 #shessopretty
Anxiety meds + rabies vaccination = zzzz She let the vet pet her for the first time!
Funny story - tech asked if she was here for worming. Nope, just the vaccine. Vet laughed at her. Only noticed at home all the grass sticking out of her bum 🙄🐶
#adoptdontshop #Photography #dogs #pitbull #rescue
Funny story - tech asked if she was here for worming. Nope, just the vaccine. Vet laughed at her. Only noticed at home all the grass sticking out of her bum 🙄🐶
#adoptdontshop #Photography #dogs #pitbull #rescue
May 25, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Anxiety meds + rabies vaccination = zzzz She let the vet pet her for the first time!
Funny story - tech asked if she was here for worming. Nope, just the vaccine. Vet laughed at her. Only noticed at home all the grass sticking out of her bum 🙄🐶
#adoptdontshop #Photography #dogs #pitbull #rescue
Funny story - tech asked if she was here for worming. Nope, just the vaccine. Vet laughed at her. Only noticed at home all the grass sticking out of her bum 🙄🐶
#adoptdontshop #Photography #dogs #pitbull #rescue
As seen while walking the dog - amidst the strawberries, seeds of my favourite tree chewōlhp (Halq'eméylem) Populus trichocarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English) a vitally important species, the smell & sound of its desiccated leaves as they rattle in an August breeze is medicine to me #photography
May 20, 2025 at 8:51 PM
As seen while walking the dog - amidst the strawberries, seeds of my favourite tree chewōlhp (Halq'eméylem) Populus trichocarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English) a vitally important species, the smell & sound of its desiccated leaves as they rattle in an August breeze is medicine to me #photography
As seen while watering the plants - a Baby Rose with no fear of a hose! Or vacuums! Or fireworks! She remains afraid of humans but added 1 more into her circle of trust today. 52 days until her 2nd bday - hoping for two more before then! #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dog #feral #rescue
May 10, 2025 at 10:56 PM
As seen while watering the plants - a Baby Rose with no fear of a hose! Or vacuums! Or fireworks! She remains afraid of humans but added 1 more into her circle of trust today. 52 days until her 2nd bday - hoping for two more before then! #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dog #feral #rescue
As seen while walking the dog - wazhashkwedow (Anishinaabemowin) phylum Basidiomycota (Latin) Club fungi (English) spring has indeed sprung
#iphonephotography #photography #mushrooms #CoastSalishTerritory
#iphonephotography #photography #mushrooms #CoastSalishTerritory
March 25, 2025 at 10:41 PM
As seen while walking the dog - wazhashkwedow (Anishinaabemowin) phylum Basidiomycota (Latin) Club fungi (English) spring has indeed sprung
#iphonephotography #photography #mushrooms #CoastSalishTerritory
#iphonephotography #photography #mushrooms #CoastSalishTerritory
As seen while walking the dog - progress!!! Today we made it not only into Home Depot but 1/4 of the way down an aisle!!! In her not-so-stupid vest. Now we’re listening to Childish Gambino and hanging out in the parking lot so she can people watch 🤷🏻♀️ #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dogs #NoRegrets
March 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
As seen while walking the dog - progress!!! Today we made it not only into Home Depot but 1/4 of the way down an aisle!!! In her not-so-stupid vest. Now we’re listening to Childish Gambino and hanging out in the parking lot so she can people watch 🤷🏻♀️ #adoptdontshop #pitbull #dogs #NoRegrets
As seen while prepping the dog for more life - Rose has been so good & shown big improvement in her socialization. But it’s a long road to heal a puppy from abuse & neglect. Her new vest is intended to protect her, me & anyone who needs to see boundaries in writing - she’s fearful, not aggressive.
March 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
As seen while prepping the dog for more life - Rose has been so good & shown big improvement in her socialization. But it’s a long road to heal a puppy from abuse & neglect. Her new vest is intended to protect her, me & anyone who needs to see boundaries in writing - she’s fearful, not aggressive.
As seen while not walking the dog - the LIP OF JEALOUSY™️ is activated whenever I pet another dog #pitbull #adoptdontshop #grubbydog is so grubby because I lost my keys for a full nauseating oh-shit-it-was-garbage-day-what-if-they-were-thrown-out hour so we had to cancel our appointment.
March 19, 2025 at 12:27 AM
As seen while not walking the dog - the LIP OF JEALOUSY™️ is activated whenever I pet another dog #pitbull #adoptdontshop #grubbydog is so grubby because I lost my keys for a full nauseating oh-shit-it-was-garbage-day-what-if-they-were-thrown-out hour so we had to cancel our appointment.
Got my pathfinder detailed today. Either I had forgotten or just didn’t know my that it had a 3rd row of seats, so here I am all 🤷🏻♀️. I’d bought the SUV so big dog Gio would be comfortable as he aged & it was perfect for him through his last days. Anywhoo, V&C Auto Detailing did a great job lol
March 11, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Got my pathfinder detailed today. Either I had forgotten or just didn’t know my that it had a 3rd row of seats, so here I am all 🤷🏻♀️. I’d bought the SUV so big dog Gio would be comfortable as he aged & it was perfect for him through his last days. Anywhoo, V&C Auto Detailing did a great job lol
As seen while walking the dog - p'elp'álq'emá:lews (Halq'eméylem) chewōlhp (Hən̓q̓əmin̓em ) tsuw'nulhp (Hul'qumi'num) Populus balsamifera subsp. trichoarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English) my favourite tree, setting sun golden on the Stalo (Fraser River) #home #q̓ic̓əy̓ #iPhonePhotography #Photography
March 6, 2025 at 1:58 AM
As seen while walking the dog - p'elp'álq'emá:lews (Halq'eméylem) chewōlhp (Hən̓q̓əmin̓em ) tsuw'nulhp (Hul'qumi'num) Populus balsamifera subsp. trichoarpa (Latin) Black Cottonwood (English) my favourite tree, setting sun golden on the Stalo (Fraser River) #home #q̓ic̓əy̓ #iPhonePhotography #Photography