In many ways, dogs our very similar to human beings. Dogs can suffer from mental issues just like we do. Some people suffer from depression, anger and aggression, social anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, unexplained fear, lack of confidence and more. Many dogs suffer from the exact same conditions. Some dogs will learn this behavior from their environment, while others suffer from these conditions from birth. In this article I will list some mental issues that dogs share with humans.
Aggression issues-Some dogs will become overly aggressive when they feel threatened. This behavior would be considered acceptable for humans and dogs in certain situations of imminent threat. Dogs and people that are overly aggressive are usually trying to establish dominance, protect their territory and ensure that you do not take any of their toys.
Depression-Dogs and humans can sometimes get depressed when they feel that they are not part of the pack. Although depression is complex, one thing that helps counter depression is to feel like you belong to the group and are valued.
Social Anxiety-One of the most common reasons for social anxiety may be lack of socialization at an early age. If puppies and children are not allowed to play with their peers at an early age, they may have problems relating. This can lead to social anxiety issues as an adult.
Lack of confidence-Normally dogs and humans suffer from a lack of confidence especially if they are facing the unfamiliar. If your dog lacks confidence all the time, they may need to experience repeated success in order to gain confidence. You can build your dog up by offering praise for even the smallest accomplishments. This works the same way for people as well.
A recent incident made me realize how sensitive and complex my dog really is. I broke my foot and therefore am unable to walk up my stairs. I have to sit on each step and lift myself up one step at a time in order to get upstairs. My dog has been watching me, and now refuses to walk up them as well. Beforehand he had no problem running up the stairs. Now the stairs make him nervous and he does not have confidence to run up them. Luckily he is a little lap dog. Now when we need to go up the stairs, he sits on my lap as we slowly go up one step at a time. Hopefully when my foot heals he will realize that the stairs are a safe place again.
We all suffer from mental issues to one extent or another, it is only a matter of degree.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Monday, September 17, 2007
Al-Qaeda Torture Techniques : Fatwa against Americans
Al-Qaeda is absolute and pure evil. They kidnap random innocent civilians and torture them beyond our worst nightmare. Guantanamo Bay has had much public outcry because of their treatment of prisoners. Allegations are that they have allowed growling dogs to intimidate prisoners, played abnormally loud music, and didn’t take them to the restroom. This amounts to nothing if you would like to compare torture techniques of prisoners detained by Al-Qaeda. Before we try so hard to defend all the rights of Guantanamo Bay Al-Qaeda prisoners and sympathizers, let us take a look at what would happen to you and your family if detained by Al-Qaeda.
Al-Qaeda has been busy since at least 1993 bombing buildings with innocent people inside. Al-Qaeda started in 1989 and are currently operating in forty to fifty countries. The leader is Osama Bin Laden and they are responsible for the devastation of 911. They are responsible for numerous bombings and suicide attacks all over the world every year. They do not just murder innocent people with bombs they also kidnap innocent civilians. When that happens they show how evil and unfeeling they truly are. The Department of Defense released a handbook of Al-Qaeda torture techniques confiscated from Al-Qaeda members.
In my opinion, this handbook shows what Al-Qaeda would like to do to all Americans if only given a chance. The tools recommended to use in torture include electric drills, hammers, blow torches, meat cleavers, pliers, wire cutters, metal files, electric cables, chains, screw drivers, vices, scissors, handcuffs and whips. Recommended Al-Qaeda torture techniques include placing your head in a vice, using a clothes iron to burn your skin, suspending and whipping, breaking limbs, beating, blow torching your skin, electrocution, dragging victims behind cars, removing an eyeball, severing limbs and drilling hands.
Bin Laden issued a fatwa in 1998 in the name of “The World Islamic Front for Jihad Against the Jews and Crusaders,” declared that “the ruling to kill the Americans and their allies—civilian or military—is an individual duty for every Muslim who can do it in any country in which it is possible to do it.”
Another section of the fatwa states, “We with God's help call on every Muslim who believes in God and wishes to be rewarded to comply with God's order to kill the Americans and plunder their money wherever and whenever they find it. We also call on Muslim ulema, leaders, youths, and soldiers to launch the raid on Satan's U.S. troops and the devil's supporters allying with them, and to displace those who are behind them so that they may learn a lesson.“
Al-Qaeda is a very serious threat to every westerner. They actually started planning 911 back in 1999, as killing Americans is one of their top goals.
Al-Qaeda continues to honor that fatwa through barbaric torture techniques and recruiting children to strap bombs on there bodies for suicide missions.
Al-Qaeda has been busy since at least 1993 bombing buildings with innocent people inside. Al-Qaeda started in 1989 and are currently operating in forty to fifty countries. The leader is Osama Bin Laden and they are responsible for the devastation of 911. They are responsible for numerous bombings and suicide attacks all over the world every year. They do not just murder innocent people with bombs they also kidnap innocent civilians. When that happens they show how evil and unfeeling they truly are. The Department of Defense released a handbook of Al-Qaeda torture techniques confiscated from Al-Qaeda members.
In my opinion, this handbook shows what Al-Qaeda would like to do to all Americans if only given a chance. The tools recommended to use in torture include electric drills, hammers, blow torches, meat cleavers, pliers, wire cutters, metal files, electric cables, chains, screw drivers, vices, scissors, handcuffs and whips. Recommended Al-Qaeda torture techniques include placing your head in a vice, using a clothes iron to burn your skin, suspending and whipping, breaking limbs, beating, blow torching your skin, electrocution, dragging victims behind cars, removing an eyeball, severing limbs and drilling hands.
Bin Laden issued a fatwa in 1998 in the name of “The World Islamic Front for Jihad Against the Jews and Crusaders,” declared that “the ruling to kill the Americans and their allies—civilian or military—is an individual duty for every Muslim who can do it in any country in which it is possible to do it.”
Another section of the fatwa states, “We with God's help call on every Muslim who believes in God and wishes to be rewarded to comply with God's order to kill the Americans and plunder their money wherever and whenever they find it. We also call on Muslim ulema, leaders, youths, and soldiers to launch the raid on Satan's U.S. troops and the devil's supporters allying with them, and to displace those who are behind them so that they may learn a lesson.“
Al-Qaeda is a very serious threat to every westerner. They actually started planning 911 back in 1999, as killing Americans is one of their top goals.
Al-Qaeda continues to honor that fatwa through barbaric torture techniques and recruiting children to strap bombs on there bodies for suicide missions.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Shih Tzu Dog Facts
Shih Tzu’s are a wonderful breed of dog that make loyal pets. The name is pronounced, “sheed-zoo” and it means lion. These little balls of fur will steal your heart. This breed is friendly, outgoing and loves to cuddle. Shih Tzu’s make an excellent companion and will follow you everywhere you go. They come in many different colors including gold, white, black, and silver.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #1- Shih Tzu’s were bred to look like a lion
Their hair grows extremely long and looks like a lions mane. If you brush their hair regularly it will grow to the floor.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #2- Shih Tzu’s were bred for royalty in China
Shih Tzu’s were so precious to China they refused to share them with the rest of the world. This was a breed reserved for royalty in China from 17th century until 1930.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #3- Lhasa Apso from Tibet and Pekinese from China
These dogs were bred by Buddhist monks for royalty. They were intended to be guard dogs for the palace. They are a combination of Lhasa Apso and Pekinese.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #4- Shih Tzu’s life span is 12-14 years.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #5- Hereditary Disease.
Shih Tzu’s can be more susceptible to kidney disease (renal dysplasia) and kidney stones. My little guy eventually succumbed to kidney disease at 15 years of age. The last few months of his life he had to be given fluids on a regular basis to feel better. It was only then that I learned Shih Tzu’s have a higher rate of kidney issues than many other breeds. They are also one of the top ten breeds that suffer from renal dysplasia.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #6- About 27,282 Shih Tzu’s are registered every year according to the AKC. Shi Tzu’s are in the top 10 of the most popular dogs in United States.
http://www.akc.org/reg/dogreg_stats_2006.cfm
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #7- Shih Tzu’s are one of the oldest breeds in existence.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #8- Price Range
Registered Shih Tzu’s with champion bloodlines from breeders will usually sell for about $2500. If you find a purebred in the paper that is registered but no champion lines they will usually be about $800-$1000. Unregistered Shih Tzu’s will usually be a few hundred dollars. Occasionally, you can find one of these dogs at the pound but will have competition in adopting him.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #9- Shih Tzu’s weigh about 10-16 lbs and are approximately 10 inches tall. They have short legs and are longer than tall.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #10- Joined AKC Toy Group in 1969.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #1- Shih Tzu’s were bred to look like a lion
Their hair grows extremely long and looks like a lions mane. If you brush their hair regularly it will grow to the floor.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #2- Shih Tzu’s were bred for royalty in China
Shih Tzu’s were so precious to China they refused to share them with the rest of the world. This was a breed reserved for royalty in China from 17th century until 1930.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #3- Lhasa Apso from Tibet and Pekinese from China
These dogs were bred by Buddhist monks for royalty. They were intended to be guard dogs for the palace. They are a combination of Lhasa Apso and Pekinese.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #4- Shih Tzu’s life span is 12-14 years.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #5- Hereditary Disease.
Shih Tzu’s can be more susceptible to kidney disease (renal dysplasia) and kidney stones. My little guy eventually succumbed to kidney disease at 15 years of age. The last few months of his life he had to be given fluids on a regular basis to feel better. It was only then that I learned Shih Tzu’s have a higher rate of kidney issues than many other breeds. They are also one of the top ten breeds that suffer from renal dysplasia.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #6- About 27,282 Shih Tzu’s are registered every year according to the AKC. Shi Tzu’s are in the top 10 of the most popular dogs in United States.
http://www.akc.org/reg/dogreg_stats_2006.cfm
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #7- Shih Tzu’s are one of the oldest breeds in existence.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #8- Price Range
Registered Shih Tzu’s with champion bloodlines from breeders will usually sell for about $2500. If you find a purebred in the paper that is registered but no champion lines they will usually be about $800-$1000. Unregistered Shih Tzu’s will usually be a few hundred dollars. Occasionally, you can find one of these dogs at the pound but will have competition in adopting him.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #9- Shih Tzu’s weigh about 10-16 lbs and are approximately 10 inches tall. They have short legs and are longer than tall.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #10- Joined AKC Toy Group in 1969.
You may have too many cats if…
Here are 10 clues that you may have too many cats. I have 6 indoor cats plus maintain feeding stations for the multitude of outdoor feral cats in my area. This is a list of 10 things to look out for that may tell you when you have too many cats.
You may have too many cats if you give up on the lint roller and accept wearing cat hair on all of your clothes.
You may have too many cats if you haven’t seen an insect in years.
You may have too many cats if the cat food bill makes up more than half of your weekly grocery bill.
You may have too many cats if the neighbors drop by with a bag of cat food saying they would like to donate to your cat charity.
You may have too many cats if there are fake furry mice and balls with bells in every room.
You may have too many cats if you get a linoleum floor for your house instead of carpet because it is much easier to clean up.
You may have too many cats if you find it difficult to fall asleep without the sounds of purring in your ear.
You may have too many cats if you turn off the TV to watch the cats.
You may have too many cats if you notice the new bird feeder never needs new seed added.
You may have too many cats if you try to use the can opener quietly for fear of being mobbed by cats.
My most recent rescue was a kitten I named Ms. Owlee Hoot because she resembles an owl. She was only about 4 weeks old and was trapped under the hood of a car on a hot day. It took two men to get her out!
I also have 2 orange brothers named Spisiak and Scooby. A neighbor had them and was planning to drop them off at the pound when they came down with a respiratory infection. Today they are healthy and enjoy hanging out with each other.
Mookie was a feral cat that seemed to be accident prone. Every time I saw him he would have a new injury. I was able to catch him for veterinary care and decided to keep him indoors permanently. He is my most affectionate cat and loves to spend his days sprawled out on my couch.
Bob is a 25 lb. fat cat. He was found outside in severe respiratory distress. Turned out he was having something like a heat stroke. I put up flyers everywhere but no one ever claimed him.
Last but not least is Alex. Alex was a cat being kept in a backyard cage in 105 degree weather with no shade. They said it was OK because they would hose him off once a day! Crazy huh? They didn’t want him and said they couldn’t find a home for him. I took him home with me that day.
That is how I ended up with 6 cats.
You may have too many cats if you give up on the lint roller and accept wearing cat hair on all of your clothes.
You may have too many cats if you haven’t seen an insect in years.
You may have too many cats if the cat food bill makes up more than half of your weekly grocery bill.
You may have too many cats if the neighbors drop by with a bag of cat food saying they would like to donate to your cat charity.
You may have too many cats if there are fake furry mice and balls with bells in every room.
You may have too many cats if you get a linoleum floor for your house instead of carpet because it is much easier to clean up.
You may have too many cats if you find it difficult to fall asleep without the sounds of purring in your ear.
You may have too many cats if you turn off the TV to watch the cats.
You may have too many cats if you notice the new bird feeder never needs new seed added.
You may have too many cats if you try to use the can opener quietly for fear of being mobbed by cats.
My most recent rescue was a kitten I named Ms. Owlee Hoot because she resembles an owl. She was only about 4 weeks old and was trapped under the hood of a car on a hot day. It took two men to get her out!
I also have 2 orange brothers named Spisiak and Scooby. A neighbor had them and was planning to drop them off at the pound when they came down with a respiratory infection. Today they are healthy and enjoy hanging out with each other.
Mookie was a feral cat that seemed to be accident prone. Every time I saw him he would have a new injury. I was able to catch him for veterinary care and decided to keep him indoors permanently. He is my most affectionate cat and loves to spend his days sprawled out on my couch.
Bob is a 25 lb. fat cat. He was found outside in severe respiratory distress. Turned out he was having something like a heat stroke. I put up flyers everywhere but no one ever claimed him.
Last but not least is Alex. Alex was a cat being kept in a backyard cage in 105 degree weather with no shade. They said it was OK because they would hose him off once a day! Crazy huh? They didn’t want him and said they couldn’t find a home for him. I took him home with me that day.
That is how I ended up with 6 cats.
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