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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 19:29
Yeah no probs ... They all get homes in the end :)
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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 18:39
Two major things you need to consider are is they cat going to be kept as a house cat or are you going to let it roam and where will you locate the litter tray? I am a Feline Friends fosterer and always have a house full of kittens looking for homes ... 6 at the moment!
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Latest post on 23 August 2011 - 16:31
The key is get their differing smells on each other ... Also have the kitten in a separate room for a few days / week while exchanging their smells on each other (stroke male cat with a small towel then rub this over kitten etc). Do this several times and vice versa over a few days so kitten doesn't smell 'foreign'. When you finally introduce do it gradually and supervised so your adult doesn't attack the kitten etc. It's sometimes a difficult process and doesn't always work - my FF 1 year old won't accept any new kittens now whereas my 10 year old cat will. I have 6 kits here right now in separate rooms because I foster ... of lots of choice ;)
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Latest post on 22 August 2011 - 21:31
Generally feline friends kittens that are adopted out don't get their ear tipped when they are neutered due to *hopefully* these cats not ending up as street cats. Generally when cats are trapped / neutered / released then their ear is tipped. If he or she did/does have a home it would generally have a microchip which can be read at the vets and the owner tracked down. Hope this helps.
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Latest post on 20 August 2011 - 00:21
Did the vet check her heart? We have an 11year old dalmatian who has had mini shaking turns on and off for two years or so ... Sometimes falling over with them. Vets have ultra sounded his heart where there are multiple issues but largely untreatable apart from supportive medicine like Vetmedin. They think that is the root cause. He is generally happy and in good health apart from that so we just try an keep him stress free .... No long walks. My advice ... Keep pushing at the vets.
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Latest post on 20 August 2011 - 00:05
Well done you for taking them in and giving them a chance. If only there were more people like you and not the type that can walk past and ignore. I cannot help with a home as am a full time fosterer with a full house, but please know that you did the right thing, you *will* find homes for them and this experience will be extremely rewarding. Good luck!
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 17:35
I completely agree with pinks review. We won a two night stay there earlier in the year and checked out after one night! One added annoyance was that when we got back to our room after some exceedingly average dinner it stank of cigarette smoke as the people in the room next-door had been smoking and it had filtered through to ours!
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 11:22
Thanks for the feedback MrsChef and Lakshmi ... Breaking in my boots already ;) Hopefully it won't be as cold as you experienced MrsChef ... And we are staying in teahouses not camping, so might be slightly warmer. Off to the gym now ... <em>edited by assisi on 18/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 11:20
I have a slight innocent heart murmur, but I did get it checked out with a cardiologist and an ECG to be on the safe side. This was years ago though.
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 07:41
If you are into downloading, you can download it and write to DVD.
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Latest post on 18 August 2011 - 07:18
Thanks AliK ... Really excited about going ... You should do it in the Spring ...
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 20:41
Message them ... They will advise re how old your son has to be before you can take him with you ...
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 19:40
Well I am very lucky as my husband's friend is just setting up a Dubai based company organising Nepal and alps treks so we are doing it with him. His company is called Mountain Quests. He will 'tailor make' treks coping with taking children too so if you're interested he has a Facebook page with website to go live in the next week or so. We are so well located for this living here ... I am so excited. Feel like it's going to change my life. It already is ... <em>edited by assisi on 17/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 19:31
Have you looked at the selection in antiques museum in al quoz?
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 17:45
Welcome and good luck. Yes new tower in central location :-)
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 17:37
Brilliant result.
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Latest post on 17 August 2011 - 13:14
Hi kyliejoy Just wanted to share that we are going trekking in Nepal in 10 weeks time looked after by a new Dubai based company Mountain Quests. They have a Facebook page and their website will be live next week. If you message via their facebook page they would be more than happy to help. Edited to add I've posted their fb page on your wall. <em>edited by assisi on 17/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 16 August 2011 - 16:43
Some cats even if they have a home exhibit this behaviour ... Especially if 'the family' chuck them out of the house before they go to work in the morning ... They generally want company and some a/c lol However it could be possible that she is lost or abandoned (even with a collar) so getting her tag number checked out is a good idea. She could also have a microchip which can be scanned at a vets to track down her owners. It certainly wouldn't hurt to put some water out for her, although I would discourage feeding for now in case she is genuinely a neighbours pet ... Feeding will only encourage her if this is the scenario. Be careful with your dog ... I am a feline friends fosterer, own two cats, and two 30/40kg dogs. If you just let your dog out with her it is possible your dog and the cat could get injured. If you want to try and see of they will get on only do 'integration' work when your dog is on a lead and be aware that the cat can equally have a go at the dog as well as vice versa.
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Latest post on 15 August 2011 - 17:52
Have a look at the Asian Jewel in Hikkaduwa ... We love it there.
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 07:55
If you get a chance go up the Marina Bay Sands hotel to the top floor to see the infinity pool. I'm sooo jealous - I'd love to be going there next weekend. Our friends there have just had their second baby :-)
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 07:53
I really enjoy Dermalogica facials at their place in Dubai Mall. There are bogof vouchers in the Entertainer Body Book too.
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Latest post on 13 August 2011 - 07:52
My husband went on a skiing holiday in France with friends 18 months or so ago without me. I wasn't really fit enough at the time to go too, and when he came back the thing he said that spoilt the holiday was that I wasn't there to enjoy it with him. He had a great time though, and if he wanted to go skiing again, and I didn't want to go, I'd have no problem with him going. I fully intend being fit enough to go on future 'escapades' - am currently in training to complete the everest base camp trek with him in Nepal in 11 weeks time.
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Latest post on 12 August 2011 - 07:43
Had a lovely meal ... the staff were great and very helpful and attentive ... the hotel is very 'Jumeirah' (water features reminded me of Burj Al Arab, decor more Al Qasr) ... the food was very good we had ... Starters Potato cakes Scallops (not overcooked and served with a smear of sauce) Murgh kathi kebab Tomato / Cumin Soup Mains Goan Prawn Curry (a little salty but we did end up ordering two, so can't be too bad) Butter Chicken Quail (was on the bone in sauce, very good) Chicken (tandoor) Roasted aubergine curry Dal Pilau Rice (excellent - all agreed was excellent) Naans Desserts Pistacio and cardoman icecream Saffron pineapple with vanilla icecream Fruit platter The restaurant was quite busy - counted between 15-20 tables of people, so gave it a bit of atmosphere. The waiter offered to bring us a selection of everything (!) to show what the restaurant could do, but we declined just picking dishes we wanted (you can only eat sooo much). However when we got to desert, even though we only picked one dessert each quantity wise, two desserts each were brought so we all could try more! Although some of the dishes were presented in a modern way (the scallops and potato starters for example), I don't think they were trying to stray to far from traditional dishes in the taste etc. Only 'downside' is the distance you have to travel around the crescent to get there ... but that's only a minor thing. After dinner we went for a cheeky cocktail in Voda Bar where the husbands had fun in the silly pod-like seats. Nice night out :-)
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 17:06
Lakshmi the website says it is Northern Indian with a contemporary twist, but the menu is available to view on their website. Twokids - drinks are extra. queenbee - I will post up review, probably not tonight, probably tomorrow. Husband and I are going with another couple and we're all really looking forward to it :-) ... I've eaten hardly anything all day in preparation ;-) <em>edited by assisi on 11/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 08:35
Yes, new Jumeirah hotel on the Palm. Edited to add the vouchers for it are the monthly ones that you can download from the Entertainer website. And further edited to say the menu can be viewed on the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray website - nom nom. <em>edited by assisi on 11/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 08:29
See my thread below re the Indian restaurant in Jumeirah Zabeel Saray although doesn't include drinks.
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 07:32
Don't worry - found a map on their factsheet - looks like you go all the way down to The Atlantis and then turn left to go all the way round the crescent.
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Latest post on 11 August 2011 - 07:21
Off to the new Jumeirah place on the palm tonight for some excellent Entertainer Voucher action at their Indian restaurant Amala :) (fyi works out at 225 Aed per couple all you can eat a la carte, plus drinks :-)). Anyone have any directions on the Palm to this new place? Or is it signposted? Thanks :-) <em>edited by assisi on 11/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 09 August 2011 - 17:28
I've used her before - she is very nice, and very good.
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Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 18:54
Also bad for nails / hair (dry / brittle), links to obesity and abdominal fat, lethargy, joint / bone pain (osteomalacia / rickets), osteoporosis, numbness in extremeties. I have all of the above (except osteoporosis) ...
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Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 18:02
Hi QF2011 - my blood test was sent away to Germany for testing by Welcare, as apparently there is no longer a machine in Dubai that tests it (the one they had was apparently testing everyone low). I've read that food sources (ie Vit D2) aren't the best source for your body to get Vit D, but the direct sunlight is. <em>edited by assisi on 05/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 05 August 2011 - 18:00
My count was 17. How much are you taking daily? Sorry and edited to add ... what made you seek a test? Were you just feeling tired? <em>edited by assisi on 05/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 August 2011 - 09:08
Bump ... no sign of him yet.
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Latest post on 02 August 2011 - 14:53
I've checked with them and they don't do a 'follow up' anymore.
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Latest post on 02 August 2011 - 12:30
https://picasaweb.google.com/102536995893635721507/MissingChihuahua?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCIrVotiH2J2FQg&feat=directlink <em>edited by assisi on 02/08/2011</em>
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Latest post on 02 August 2011 - 12:20
Bump
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Latest post on 02 August 2011 - 10:54
No - but has collar and id tags. I *think* they might have been in the desert at the back of The Villa.
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Latest post on 01 August 2011 - 15:15
No, no feedback Sue, but not expecting any. Liquorice is a little scared of other cats right now so giving her small doses of Sweetpea to get her used to things. Sweetpea is really lonely now Pen has gone, and has become a complete cuddle monster.
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Latest post on 01 August 2011 - 13:00
Sunset got homed at Adoption Day. Along with Sarsparilla and Penelope. Sweetpea the white kitten, and Liquorice the black one are still available. https://picasaweb.google.com/102536995893635721507/July2011Kittens?authuser=0&feat=directlink#
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Latest post on 30 July 2011 - 09:57
Great - see you there :-)
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Latest post on 30 July 2011 - 08:35
If you're considering getting a feline companion, *please* come along to Feline Friends Adopt-A-Cat Day TODAY at The Vet Hospital in Al Quoz (near Khaleej Times building / Offroad Zone), 1pm - 4pm. Lots of kittens and cats needing new homes will be available to view, so maximum choice available. http://www.vet-hosp.com/about/location/ Thank you.
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Latest post on 28 July 2011 - 17:36
Hi AndreaA, How nervous are they? Have they ever been stroked by anyone? Been picked up? Why I ask is that it's important to clarify whether they are 'feral' or 'homeable' ... if they've never been handled at 3 months old they are not going to be able to be rehabilitated. There are kittens like this all over Dubai unfortunately. If they have been handled, and stroked etc, then their future is brighter. If you're unsure, get out there with your food etc and give it a go to stroke etc and see how they respond.
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Latest post on 28 July 2011 - 11:21
Link to pictures of the cats taken last week by Snowflake:- https://picasaweb.google.com/102536995893635721507/SaveTheMotorCityCats?authuser=0&feat=directlink
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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 17:45
We stayed at the Angsana resort on Bintan last year. It's the sister resort to Banyan Tree - it's a little cheaper, but you still get to use Banyan Tree restaurants etc. We got a deal where they included VIP transfers at both Singapore and Bintan ends, and it was quite reasonable. Got caught in a huge storm on the beach and had to shelter in the beach bar with a few others - great experience.
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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 17:41
Liquorice loves running around with her toy in her mouth and is really cute. Sweetpea and Penelope are going to be spayed tomorrow.
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Latest post on 27 July 2011 - 10:47
Bumpety bump. I've had an enquiry re Sarsparilla, but on her own to live with two adult cats and a dog. As she is still quite small I'd prefer her to go with her brother Sunset as a pair.
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Latest post on 26 July 2011 - 17:33
Link to kitten photos:- https://picasaweb.google.com/102536995893635721507/July2011Kittens?authuser=0&feat=directlink
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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 17:52
Snowflake - if you want to email me the photos, I'll put them on my picasa thing and put the link up here. Glad you seem to be getting there ... fingers crossed Union Properties reconsider their position.
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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 14:19
Well done on your weight loss Monkey Face - I've lost probably 8 kilos since Feb, but still loads to go, hence major exercise boost too, and looking for any supplements.
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Latest post on 20 July 2011 - 14:16
They are circa 8 months old. I think both are black, if I remember rightly. I've texted the lady who was going this morning to see if she had any joy. Edited to add my friend texted me back - she spoke to someone in the management there, who wasn't nice or sympathetic re situation :( Samarhabibi / Snowflake - can you both email me so we can coordinate further missuswalker at yahoo dot co dot uk ... if there is an option of a temporary 'safe haven' in someones bathroom / spare room / garden this may be needed right now. <em>edited by assisi on 20/07/2011</em>
 
 
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