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Latest post on 08 January 2013 - 20:10
You will find pretty much all the info you need in this thread: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=192760 Make sure he has paid any community fees owed to Nakheel or Emaar - ask for evidence of this. If payment is not up-to-date it is quite probable that at some point you will be denied access to community amenities like swimming pools, garbage pickup, secure parking etc. If he is not covering the cost of annual maintenance on the villa see if you can reduce the cost of the rent by about 10,000. This is the approximate amount you would be charged by Hitches and Glitches for ongoing preventive maintenance and callouts over 12 months. In my opinion they are worth it, particularly if the villa is older. I'm not sure what you mean by the RERA number. Are you talking about EJARI registration? If so, that happens once you have a signed copy of the lease and all the Landlord's documentation. Either he or you should head into the Lands Department and have your lease registered. There is usually a commission - paid to the Agent [i'>and [/i'>a deposit - paid to whomever is your Landlord. Get receipts or make copies of everything you hand over so if you are ever questioned you can show evidence that it has been done. Personally, I would also run some checks on the function of the water pipes. A simple one is to turn the water off at the meter (presumably nothing is being used inside) and see if the meter still ticks over. If it does, water is leaking somewhere. Water leaks are common in some areas (Springs, Meadows) and can cost you a lot of time and money. Walk around the garden and see if there are any damp patches. I would even go so far as to book a maintenance crew out to service the tank and pump system. It might seem like overkill but if you're one of the 5 - 10% who end up with water issues, you will kick yourself for not doing this. I would also consider having a clause in the lease stipulating that any water leaks are the LL's responsibility and must be fixed at his expense. He may not accept that, but it's worth a try.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 21:37
I would contact the Red Crescent Organisation - based in Abu Dhabi. I know last year they were doing some activities to support the Syrian Arab Red Crescent. They could probably point you in the right direction.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 20:04
A final thought klflopster - Kids First in Umm Suqeim (Al Wasl Road, just off Umm Suqeim Rd) have a team of professionals including a Psychologist. We see the OT and Physio there for handwriting issues, but I asked them tonight whether they might have someone on board who could help you. Their Pediatric Psychologist is Dr Amy and she is very popular so it might be difficult to get an appointment, but worth a phone call to try. I've noticed they are also accredited in the Positive Parenting Programme. Our school in Australia ran workshops in this and it is very good. There are segments of it that focus on building resilience in children and you might also find this helpful for you personally. http://www.kidsfirstmc.com/
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 15:14
That is so true WG. So many times I have been on the verge of saying something and my husband sees it in my face and says "Nooooooo, don't do it, it's not worth the risk".
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 15:12
LOL Someone always beats me to the best ideas. They're probably millionaires by now and I'm living on gruel ;-P
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 14:10
I've often fantasised over here about getting some business cards made up to slip under people's windscreen wipers to tell them what inconsiderate parkers they are. It's a wonder no one has done it already. I often wonder whether it's just plain incompetence but then sometimes the park is so obviously bad, it just has to be a lack of care for anyone else bar themselves. The card would just say something polite, but make it clear how inconsiderate or incompetent they are to take up 2 spots, or park so close to my car that I have to climb in over the passenger seat. It happens here on a regular basis. In 30 years of driving, very rarely did it happen in Australia so it has to be something about the skills or attitudes here.
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 10:42
Sounds like you have a plan! Great you are doing something in any case. If you think it's a phase, has there been a catalyst to it? For example has there been any significant change or crisis in his life prior to it starting? Might be worthwhile thinking through this prior to seeing the Doctor... I think it's better to tackle these issues while the kids are younger, more likely to take on board what grown-ups have to say and the behaviours are less ingrained. Given the statistical correlation between childhood anxiety and teenage/adult depression it is definitely worthy of your earliest attention. Take care xo <em>edited by Hairy Maclary on 06/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 08:23
As soon as you begin to see a pattern of OCD behaviors in your child, begin a symptom log, noting behaviors, with days and times, and situations, these are also called triggers, that set them off. Include length of event, and your child's anxiety or fear level, also called a fear thermometer, at the time of her symptoms. A symptom log will help you and your mental healthcare provider better evaluate whether your child has OCD and the degree of its severity. hth :) edited by DesertRose1958 on 05/01/2013 That is a really good idea, DR! It will help fast track a proper diagnosis I'm sure! OCD is considered to be a type of Anxiety Disorder under the DSM-4 which is the manual all Psych's use when diagnosing mental illness. So there are similar symptoms that lead to confusion between the 2. If you do a google search for DSM-4 or DSM-IV you will probably find a checklist of symptoms required in order to diagnose one or the other. To my understanding, the key differences are with anxiety, the worries are broader and not specific to one area whereas people with OCD will usually obsess about one or a handful of key things (eg fear of contamination, a need for order, fear of making a mistake). Also, people with anxiety disorder do not have the ritualistic compulsions as a way to cope with worrying as people with OCD do. For OCD, performing rituals actually brings the person relief from their negative thought patterns and they will do these for hours sometimes to the point where they cannot function normally.
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Latest post on 05 January 2013 - 20:51
Just coming in here as I saw no one had responded yet...I'm sorry to hear about your little boy. That must be very worrying for you. Unfortunately, I can't recommend anyone over here, but I came in to say that OCD is often treated with a mix of cognitive-behavioural therapy (to help manage the physiological symptoms of stress and negative thought patterns) as well drug therapy (SSRI's to increase the amount of serotonin in the brain). So if you do seriously think it is OCD, you might be better seeking a Child [b'>Psychiatrist [/b'>who can prescribe the appropriate drugs as well as do the behavioural therapy. A psychologist can only do non-drug therapies, but it's worth trying these (ie cognitive behavioural therapy) alone - especially given we are talking about a child and if his symptoms are not too extreme. It might be worthwhile having a chat with your GP and seeing if they can refer you on to someone specialised? If the GP's on the ball, they might want to do some tests to rule out any other medical cause of the symptoms, as some medical conditions can create or exacerbate anxiety. For what it's worth - and from your brief description - it's possible that what you're seeing is simply anxiety. His symptoms don't sound ritualistic or obsessive enough for OCD where he would be - for example - washing his hands many, many times over each day for no apparent reason except to try and alleviate the stress brought on by an obsessive thought or fear of contamination of germs etc. I don't think you are "making a deal out of something" - you are right to take it seriously as statistically, anxiety in youngsters can be a precursor to clinical depression in teenagers. Good luck <em>edited by Hairy Maclary on 05/01/2013</em>
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Latest post on 03 January 2013 - 14:21
I guess life is different now and 9 and 5 years is pretty young to be doing this. But to be honest, if you hire them, you are reinforcing good values about taking responsibility for yourself and earning your own wage. In my day we did this in Brownies/Guides and it was called "bob a job". I would be very happy if my kids were enterprising and extroverted enough to do this. The only thing I would be concerned about would be them knocking on strangers' doors without myself or my husband in tow.
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Latest post on 01 January 2013 - 02:18
I'm sorry to hear they were so short. We were down at Umm Suqeim Beach and saw that they seemed to finish very early off the tower but presumed there was lots of interesting stuff going on at ground level with the fountains and lasers etc. At the risk of rubbing your nose in it (but for the record for next year), Umm Suqeim was awesome. The fireworks off the Burj al Arab and Atlantis must have gone on for 20 mins and were quite spectacular with hearts and spirals, planets etc being formed. Parking was effortless if you were prepared to park between Al Wasl and Beach road and walk a bit (about 500m) and we beat the traffic home as we left as soon as the fireworks had finished. Would thoroughly recommend it as an option next year. Dubai was really beautiful tonight. Many thanks to the teams that pulled it all off!
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:29
Eek DH and DS just got back from Ibn Battuta. Apparently SZR is already gridlocked north. Took them 30 mins to get to exit 32 (Emirates Hills turn-off).
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 16:08
Aw, come on girls, don't fight. It's New Year. Let's start it nicely... I for one, am appreciating any information that comes my way. Does anyone know if there is a facebook page relating to the traffic and road closures for New Year?
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 14:06
They've advertised it on their Facebook page. Thanks Amy. Didn't even know there was a FB page! Off to *like* that one, I guess, LOL.
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 14:05
I *believe* that the authorities have already closed the road from SZR to BAA. Which road do you mean? Burj al Arab maybe??? Then you would have to travel down Al Sufouh road past Palace Beach and Al Qasr? Will Umm Suqiem Road be closed too then?
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Latest post on 31 December 2012 - 13:35
Holy smoke. OK Dubai Mall has just been scratched. Thanks ladies for your very valuable information I had no idea about pre-purchased parking tickets. Where do they advertise these things???? I guess we'll head to a beach then as DH is convinced we need to go somewhere! I just have nightmares about being stuck in a 3 hour traffic jam and needing to go pee :-/ Next request for info please: what time do you think we should aim to get to the beach (probably Umm Suqeim public or Kite Beach?)
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 22:50
Dentro: So if you were heading down to Dubai Mall to watch the fireworks and going by car, what time would you need to get there to get a park and what time do the fireworks start? Do people take rugs to sit on while they wait for it to start? How long do you expect it would take to get out of there and up Al Khail road home to the Meadows area?
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Latest post on 30 December 2012 - 22:45
I always thought the "right age" was when they started asking, but then if your son hasn't asked by 10 years old, like you, I would worry about what information he would get from the kids at school and prefer to take the bull by the horns so to speak and initiate it myself. Apparently they are not allowed to give any structured s3x education here according to my son's grade 6 teacher. I was lucky in that my oldest started asking questions at around age 6. I went out and bought the book "Where did I come from" and we read it through together then I let him keep it and read it in his own time. A year or two later I found him reading it to his little brother who was then aged 5 or 6 (not so happy about that, LOL) so had "the talk" with DS2 too, who decided it was all just too gross, LOL. So I think if I was in your shoes, I would sit your boy down quietly and raise the subject. Don't make it too complicated, but leave things open for him to ask further questions if he's curious - either then or later once he's taken it all in. He might have been too embarrassed to ask before now perhaps and once you initiate it, it will give him "permission" to open the floodgates. It's better that he gets the facts from you according to how you want to present them rather than some kid in the playground who's been taught by his older brother at age 6, LOL.
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Latest post on 19 December 2012 - 09:04
Only in a salad :-/
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 12:31
I'm sorry this has happened to you. Especially in your first job. It's stressful enough for an experienced person to deal with. Don't expect to change your boss's perspective. In my opinion, in instances such as these - where 2 parties have a totally different view and neither is likely to change their opinion - it is better not to get into argument but just pack your bags and move on. So you've said your piece via email, leave it at that and don't get into an online argument by responding to whatever he sends you back. Just walk away and as you said, dust yourself off and move on.
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 12:00
OK, here's the first stab at it. You should be able to copy and paste it into a word document. Any constructive criticism, let me know and I will amend ;-). ________________________________ [u'>[b'>What to do in the event of an accident. [/b'>[/u'> 1. Article 12, Executive By-Law, UAE Federal Traffic Law Number 21, 1995 states: In the case of a traffic accident, all road users must give every possible assistance to the victims, especially those who are injured. 2. When you are involved in a crash, make sure that people in your vehicle and the other vehicle are not hurt. If anyone is hurt and requires an ambulance, dial 999 and an operator will assist you. Do not attempt to move the injured unless you absolutely have to for their safety, only offer first aid if you are qualified to do so. 3. Assess the damage to the vehicles and take lots of photo’s from every angle. 4. Do not admit liability. To do so may invalidate your insurance! 5. Obtain any identifying information of witnesses (car licence plates, descriptions etc). 6. If both vehicles can be driven, they should be moved to the side of the road to stop traffic build-up. Those who do not move their vehicle will be fined. If a vehicle cannot be moved, ensure that the hazard signals are on and the little triangle is placed out on the road to warn on-coming traffic of a hazard ahead. 7. Call the Traffic Police on 999 (yes, you have to use the emergency number). Even if the other driver says they’ve called it in, you should do so too. The Police will arrive and evaluate the crash and will fill out an accident form. Try and be the first person to speak to them. 8. If you have a friend who speaks Arabic, call them to see if they can come & assist with the Police. 9. The Police will give the Party at Fault a pink Accident Form and the Innocent Party a green one. Make sure you get one of these Forms as it is impossible to get your car repaired without them! If you are the innocent party you also need to ensure you know who the other driver’s insurance company is, their name and policy number if possible. 10. If you are at fault, the Police will take your licence and you may need to pay a fee for its return. 11. The person who receives the pink form should take it to their insurance company as soon as possible. They may arrange for repairs to the vehicle (depending on the level of cover), and provide a letter which must then be taken to the police station so that their licence can be returned. 12. The holder of the green form must take it to the other driver's insurance company, which will arrange to have the vehicle repaired. NB. The police must be notified [b'>within 6 hours[/b'> of a crash even if you are the only party involved (eg you reverse into a wall) or there will be hours of running around to get the insurance coverage. If no one else is involved you will get a White Form. Ref: RTA Light Vehicle Handbook “Your Responsibilities in a Crash” and advice via Expat Woman Dec 2012. Please note this is not legal advice, just opinions, and may be out-dated by the time you use it. [u'>[b'>Your Personal Data:[/b'>[/u'> Insurer: Policy Number: Phone Number:
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 11:39
The RTA website says the police need to be notified within 6 hours of an accident, so there is your time limit!
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Latest post on 18 December 2012 - 09:45
Thanks everyone. Great advice on here and more specific (ie idiot proof) than the RTA stuff. To pay it forward, I will write something up based on all the advice here and the RTA rules and re-post in case anyone else wants to put a copy in their car should the need arise.
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Latest post on 13 December 2012 - 15:13
I wouldn't discount going to the Aussie police about it, but I think it would probably be the Federal Police, not the local suburban ones since you're talking about the internet. They take cyber-bullying very seriously these days, but possibly the fact that she is not an Australian citizen might change things, I don't know. What doesn't she give the police a call in Australia and talk to someone about it?
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Latest post on 13 December 2012 - 14:10
... It's like finding a needle in haystack with certain items. Thanks for the tip regarding Satwa. DH said we could go to Deira on the weekend but I'm wondering if the shops there sell poor quality ones too... Yes, that is my frustration too. Where I come from there is a "one stop shop" with everything you could ever want in it. Over here, it's a wild goose chase... Not sure about Diera. Yes, most probably the same. I've been wanting to go there. Apparently there are some very decent haberdashery and trimming shops in one of the souks, but I've not yet had time to devote to it. Would be interested to hear what you find if you do manage to get there.
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Latest post on 13 December 2012 - 13:29
The thread I've bought in Satwa has never been great quality - it splits and frays too easily. You will get decent thread from Craftland in Jumeirah Town Centre (next to Mercato Mall) on Beach road. That is the only place I know of in Dubai - it's a proper quilting and embroidery shop.
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 21:31
I haven't done it but I know many who have - particularly back in Sydney where it is [i'>very[/i'> competitive in schools these days. It's a valid argument and I read a book many years ago by Stephen Biddulph - a child psychologist - who was also suggesting that boys should start school a year later than girls due to the fact that their emotional maturity was behind the girls. When you think about boys and how they get their status as they're growing up, it all points to older is better when it comes to peer group: Social hierarchies are formed on the sports field, academically and socially in terms of how they interact with girls. Those who are more competent or confident are likely to be more successful and highly regarded by their peers. Those who are first in their peer group to get their driver's licence tend to be looked up to as well. I don't think he would be teased for being older. Certainly not in Dubai where there are so many international children and the age span in a year group is a lot broader than a more homogeneous group of kids in, say, Sydney, Australia. In fact, it would be my opinion that he would be more likely to be teased or ostracised for being socially, academically or physically immature in comparison to his cohort.
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 18:41
We had a case against the rent committee last year. It went on for several months due to our landlord lying, "forgetting" documents, claiming he never received documents etc. The Rent Committee is not necessarily a quick fix, but it is the only formal option you have to be heard and have a legal judgement made in Dubai. Don't confuse them with RERA who give advice but are not vested with the power to make a decision that is legally binding. Submitting a formal complaint to the Rent COmmittee means gathering your documentation - 4 copies of each of the relevant documents (they will give you a list) and they need to be in a specific order. Having your complaint translated into Arabic according to a template they will give you. Having your lease amendments translated into Arabic if they are not already and having them formally notarised by a legal practitioner. This all takes time and is quite stressful. Then you need to go to the RC and submit all your documentation and pay a fee which is likely to be a percentage of the value of your annual rent ...3.5% maybe... sorry, can't remember (refunded by the LL if the judgement is in your favour). If it is all in order, they will allocate a hearing date. All hearings are in the evenings and usually around 2 weeks from the date of complaint submission. All documentation pertaining to hearings is in Arabic and the communication is not good so it is very stressful as you are never really told what the process will be. They do sympathise with the tenants though and in my opinion very fair and kind. It is a process though. Once your case has been heard and decided (this may take more than one hearing - in our case it spanned at least a couple of months), the secretary needs to write up the judgement and have it signed off. Then there is a rigmarole to go and get it. So in summary, I doubt you will get a resolution from the RC in 10 days. But you will get a resolution and it will be legally binding.
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Latest post on 05 December 2012 - 10:21
Your daughter or any others who were almost taken by these people might want to copy and paste their emails with a comment into the scamwarners.com website: http://www.scamwarners.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=39
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 23:02
http://www.livestrong.com/article/483407-how-to-cook-bacon-bones/ Yes, bacon bones exist - just google images and you will see what they look like. But you are correct - I would be happier with a ham hock which has more meat on it, but would settle for bacon bones as like any meat bones, they have more flavour and make a better stock.
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Latest post on 30 November 2012 - 12:04
Thanks Amelia. Will go check Spinneys and Choithrams at Marina next week! I don't think the Gourmet Meats stock p0rk, do they?
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 19:44
Yup. Washing wet in Meadows, dang it!
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 11:38
Jaz I've heard you can't get the Shisha pipes back into Oz as they are considered to be "bongs", so you might want to look into that before you invest. My nephew just took some back into Perth with him from Dubai and no worries. He looks like a hippy too..... Excellent! I can put them back onto my list then!!! Thanks M!
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 07:09
Jaz I've heard you can't get the Shisha pipes back into Oz as they are considered to be "bongs", so you might want to look into that before you invest.
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Latest post on 29 November 2012 - 07:06
Spinneys Town Centre had a Gingerbread Town Kit a few days ago - several little houses you could build and decorate.
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Latest post on 28 November 2012 - 06:28
No. I thank St Christopher every time I make it my destination and get out in one piece.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 22:20
Thank you! Unfortunately Stepngroove don't seem to be anywhere up my way, but the ydo look good. Ductac might actually be a go-er. Especially if there are lots of boys there. The class is on at a better time than all the others, so will give them a call tomorrow. Thank you so much for suggesting it.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 16:51
Geant have several different sizes, or at least did a few months ago. Is A2 about the size of a large post card? If so I think they stocked them.
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 13:05
Thanks Laura, no Marina is not too far at all! I will investigate, thanks. V, we should meet, we seem to have a lot in common lately. The companies named below all look good. I also had recommended The Turning Pointe by another mate. The problem is the logistics of getting there and timing. Some of the companies have his age range classes but they're up in Umm Shief for example and don't give me enough time to get back for soccer or whatever... So there are classes out there but they're on when we have other commitments or they're too late in the day for my boy who really needs to be in bed by 7:30/8pm or I can't get him up in the morning. I am yet to ring Buddies as they don't open till 2pm and at that point I'm usually launching myself off a slingshot for the afternoon activities. But they had a class on Saturday late afternoons which might be the go. Up till now I have tried to keep the weekend free for family, but 5pm on a Saturday should hopefully not intrude too much. Will check out the Marina option though. Who know's they may have a timetable that fits my needs. Let me know how you go! Thanks again ladies!
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Latest post on 27 November 2012 - 10:56
Apparently you can pay at the Etisalat machines. There are 2 etisalat machines on the ground floor of MoE just outside the Splash-Lifestyle chain of shops. They are at the back of the Etisalat desk. Also a nice Emirati man on standby there to help you if needed.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 22:09
Thanks so much for all the leads everyone! Will start investigating ready to start him up after Christmas I guess. Hopefully he'll be much happier [i'>doing[/i'> the "running man" than actually [i'>being [/i'>the running man, LOL.
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 14:26
oxymoron in Dubai
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 09:09
....I'm feel that I'm being quite difficult right now...after all its a commitment for at least 10 years, so it needs to feel 100 % right :-). Vera - that is actually to be commended. Many people don't take enough time on their choice of dog and end up with one who is not suited to their lifestyle or family. As you've said, it is a minimum 10 year investment. Our old girl is 14 1/2 now and I'm so pleased we took a long time and looked at lots of dogs before we decided on her breed. Some of our earlier choices (eg Jack Russell), were ticked off after research or interaction and we've ended up with what we feel is the perfect dog for us. She has been like a nanny to the kids and such a good friend to me. In fact we all know our time with her is now limited and we relish every moment. I can't even begin to contemplate a life without her in it... {:-(
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Latest post on 25 November 2012 - 09:02
LOL at the coincidence... yes definitely on 13 - 26/12 I just came in to ask if anyone went last year and whether it was worth attending? Is it something you would do with kids and family in tow or would you just go by yourself/ with girlfriends?
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 20:18
Thanks A Rancher and Marroosh - much appreciated. And to admin for their response too. :-)
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 16:45
If you are interested in Salukis I would recommend doing a very thorough investigation into them and ticking that all the boxes suit your family before you go ahead. I am an owner of a whippet which is quite similar to salukis in body type (just smaller) so have always taken an interest in them. From what I know of them: 1. They require a lot of exercise - in particular the chance to free run as they have higher endurance rates than greyhounds. Very hard to do this in the suburbs of Dubai. 2. They have to be very well socialised into your family because the breed has a natural tendency to be independent. They may have difficulty with strangers for this reason. 3. This independence can make them difficult to train. 4. Be very cautious if getting a puppy. Ask to see the parents to see what their temperaments are like and how big they have grown. Obviously this is not possible if it's a rescue dog, but proper Salukis grow as tall as greyhounds - ie their spine would be at the height of your desk!
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 16:24
Spinneys at Meadows Town Centre has them. Lots of jars sitting in the delicatessen area above where the fresh salads and cheeses are kept. At least that's where they were a few days ago...
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 11:00
Yes. And NO! I bought 2 boxes from ACE to put in my outdoor gazebo. One works and the other worked for several days, then stopped. And when they do work, it is just ambient light, not particularly bright.
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Latest post on 24 November 2012 - 10:58
PMD, maybe it depends on where you are located and what time of the day you are ringing? I think certainly in the more "remote" communities it can be very difficult to get taxis and well nigh impossible around 3.30 - 5.30pm at change of shift. <em>edited by Hairy Maclary on 24/11/2012</em>
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Latest post on 22 November 2012 - 07:01
LOL at the cat. Reminds me of my DS1 who was born at the beginning of a 3 year drought in Australia. The first time he saw rain he totally freaked out (which wasn't so funny :-/ ).
 
 
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