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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 14:36
There is a brand of furniture oil "old English" that has a darker stain/scratch concealer - works well on my heavy teak furniture - the scratch remains but is hidden and the oil conditions the wood - Spinney's has carried it in the past.
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Latest post on 24 March 2012 - 14:35
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Latest post on 22 March 2012 - 14:29
If her accomodation is unfurnished, and she is not a fan of arabic over the top style furniture, or poorly crafted pseudo sort of western/european furniture - either bring what she has and or stock up at IKEA (we have nothing like that in Qatar and I miss it) if she's a fan. Nearly all household goods are usually more expensive than in Dubai. Traffic is a horror - so if she has a choice of where she lives it is recommended she choose a place where the commute is bearable.
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Latest post on 21 March 2012 - 07:10
Is there room in the wardrobe to put a smaller box in (suitably padded of course) and see if Mum moves kittens into the smaller space? Then if she does, give her a few days then move the box (with either Mum watching or in the box) to another small dark quiet enclosed space that is less inconvenient? However, Mum may decide the wardrobe is home no matter what you do and try to move the kittens back in.
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Latest post on 17 March 2012 - 22:01
I would say that someone brushing off a comment about inappropriate behaviour or dress because the commentator was Muslim in a Muslim country is an idiot to the nth degree.
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 20:54
The worst I've seen in 12 years was a post pubescent girl (maybe 13/14 years old) in denim shorts of which the crotch was well in the ditch all the way from front to back and a cheesy string tube top, in Carrefour. Even in a Western setting she would have looked like a really cheap hooker, and she was accompanied either by her parents or grandparents (sometimes it's hard to tell). I've also been witness to a French speaking lady in a transparent top and skirt who felt it was quite OK to shop in a large hypermarket with all the goods on display, so to speak. I don't know about France but in my home country the mall police would have advised her to cover up. In my tenure in the GCC I know two people personally who have been spat on by locals seemingly because of their dress/behaviour - the former being running shorts, the second we still haven't decided. Yes it gets hot here. Yes there are cultural restrictions on what you should wear ( or not wear ). I really don't understand why people think they should be able to cross cultural norms just because it's hot. You're going from an AC car to an AC mall or wherever. Why can't you put up with a max of 60 seconds of heat? I
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 07:44
My experience (including being charged for a marginally overweight bag - 2 kg) has been poor every time from check in counter to flight service. Perhaps I've just been flying with them on their only bad days. I'm glad your experiences have been better. I disagree with others' opinions based on [b'>my [/b'>experience and I don't care what awards QA have received as the experience outweighs the advertising [i'>for myself[/i'>. Like many customers, I vote with my feet and take my money elsewhere, based on that experience. I agree the bus is a side issue - As for providing positive (as well as negative) feedback, I do so with my airline of choice and other businesses I patronize - And guess what? They respond to me with a real message (not one of those robo messages, thanks for your input, etc.) Do I always get what I want? No not on your life, but I get treated as a valuable customer - professionally and with respect. BTW DebK I did make a complaint about a particularly vile breakfast to a competing airline - and received a thoughtful reply that they were looking into it and hoped to make some positive changes - and they followed up with me later. Maybe you should bring the meat pie quality to QAs attention?
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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 07:31
My experience (including being charged a marginal overweight bag) has been poor every time from check in counter to flight service. Perhaps I've just been flying with them on their only bad days. I'm glad your experiences have been better. I disagree based on my experience and I don't care what awards they have received as the experience outweighs the advertising [i'>for myself[/i'>
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Latest post on 15 March 2012 - 22:18
Unfortunately my experience has been very negative, to the point where I won't fly Qatar Airways even if it's cheaper or more convenient. They have poor ground staff and their flight crew are only marginally better - anywhere in the world. They don't respond to written complaints and generally have a p!ss poor customer service ethic. But then, I gave up on them after my 3rd trip (and 7th written complaint none of which were addressed) And you still have to ride a bus out to and in from the aircraft. :( <em>edited by marycatherine on 15/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 March 2012 - 22:16
I would be careful, teachers at the tertiary level are usually not subject to a ban (Ministry of Higher Education) but if your friend is K-12 (that's the Ministry of Education) it may be different.
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Latest post on 13 March 2012 - 14:54
I got mine in Mega Mart about a year ago - and saw them there as recently as 6 months ago and now nothing. I think someone suddenly realized that they were on the banned list? They can cause a false positive result on a opiate drug screening test according to several sources I just googled.
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 22:07
isn't agave syrup another form of sugar? I use stevia in my coffee and tea but I believe it is not considered the same (by volume and caloric count) as sugar. Maybe agave is the same sort of thing?
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 19:13
I stand corrected - flapjacks are not the same as pancakes - having done some research. But I still think you could use a sugar free pancake recipe and experiment with sugar free jams/jellies to get a suitable substitute. I use a sugar free pancake (probably a lot lighter than a flapjack) that I like (but then, I have bacon with them so it negates the healthy side of things :cool:)
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 19:08
Sorry Sue62 and sorry Sueb for the mixup.
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 18:30
often motion sickness tablets have the side effect of drowsiness - gravol or dramamine.
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Latest post on 12 March 2012 - 18:27
google sugar free pancake recipe - you'll find a few and they're delicious. However, it's what you top them with that's the problem (there is no syrup and usually no butter in pancakes or flapjacks - some oil but not much. It's up to you to restrain yourself. I like sugar free jam on mine - I get a hint of sweetness, (but no added sugar) plus the benefits of fruit rather than syrup. It is good.
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 20:47
It's illegal to harrass women, and this is harrassment. As Sue62 says, take a picture of the plate and run to the nearest villa. I think you'll find they peel out very quickly. The problem is many of us don't or won't follow through so there's no consequences for these perverts (and anyone who does this is a pervert). I've reported the license # to the police (didn't have my phone at the time) but I don't know if they followed up on it.
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Latest post on 10 March 2012 - 19:40
I love Prague! It's a very walkable city with good food/restaurants, nice people and lots to see and do. I would recommend September (I was there late April early May) - needed a sweater early in the day but could remove that later on as it warmed up. I thinks it's probably like Istanbul where there are always tourists. But I'm an early riser and would get out and about and into the popular places to visit when the doors opened so that cuts down on the number of tourists encountered (yes, I'm a tourist too but I don't enjoy the crowds). After spending the morning visiting touristy things I would have a latish lunch and wander around or take a boat cruise on the river.
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Latest post on 09 March 2012 - 14:06
I use Al Awadi Tailors near Grand Hamad (Bank St). It is a men's tailor shop, but they do women's tailoring as well. I suggest your husband take a pair of trousers and a jacket that fit him well and get them to copy them first. See how that works out - they will do fittings and adjustments. I've seen men in there discussing getting ties and dress shirts and suits made for their weddings and I've also been very happy with their work for me. They carry a good selection of suiting and shirting materials - in my experience, it is better to spend a little more on quality fabrics because they hang better and they are easier to handle in the tailoring process (I used to sew a lot at home). As for the ladies, they do a better job if the fabric and style is more tailored than with soft flowy type styles and materials. Excellent for cotton and linen shirts for example or dresses too - the fabric needs to have body, not be limp. The master tailor doesn't speak much English but the store manager does - I would recommend asking for at least one fitting before he "finishes" the jacket and trousers (easier to make the adjustments if needed). <em>edited by marycatherine on 09/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 09 March 2012 - 08:31
Sana closes at 1300 and reopens at about 1600 - it can be annoying when you find yourself in the area and want to drop in as it's the type of shop you visit on a regular basis to see what new shipments have come in (got myself some easy breezy floaty blouses 2 weeks ago - 13 Riyal each - can't beat it, but can't count on scoring that well everytime)
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Latest post on 09 March 2012 - 08:28
As another poster pointed out, maybe he really doesn't know what to do? Give him a few lessons and then as another said, after he's had time to unwind a bit, drop junior in his lap and walk away to have that shower (or go to the gym). Another tip from my sister's experience - if he's doing it "his way" and not the way you would - LET HIM, unless the child is in physical danger, don't hover and don't correct - after all, you wouldn't like it if he was constantly telling you how to do something all the time. I'm not saying you do this - after all, he hasn't yet given you the opportunity to do so ;) but it's hard to back off and leave someone else to look after "your" baby in their own way (be glad my mother isn't there - she'd also rearrange your kitchen cupboards)
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 19:38
Sorry but I am from another generation and I realize NOW my father was an exception. My father made it a point to gather up all the kids (we were six in total but he took anyone who fit in the car - no seat belt laws in the 60s) and give my mother a break. In summer, we went to the beach, in winter, he took us coasting (even when we were cold and grumpy and didnt want to do that. My mother, probably like you, did not have a support system in place but she did have a supportive husband (3rd child in the line of 10) - sorry but if hubby is there for conception, he is also there for the day to day - going to work in many respects is an escape from the 24-7 demands babies especially place upon parents. Yes, he has been at work (with adults one presumes) and you have been at home cooking, cleaning, and caring for a being that is WHOLLY dependent on you for life. Yes, he should have a downtime for an hour or two. BUT SO SHOULD YOU. No sympathy for dad here. But then my Dad set the bar - and really, I do not remember any of my friends dads behaving like my dad did (and still does, fortunately but then he is only 87 this year so maybe he might falter) <em>edited by marycatherine on 08/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 17:11
I agree, they don't always have a voice. But they may be forced (and I'm not condoning this) to make choices. This young man made a choice, the victim of this choice called the company on it (as she has the right to and should do). She is not responsible for the young man's choice. Life su(ks sometimes - the young man made his choice and now he has even more dire consequences to deal with. Was this the OP's intent? No, I don't believe so. Is she responsible for the outcome? NO EMPHATICALLY!! But I understand her mindset - most of us don't want to hurt other people either intentionally or unintentionally - the higher ups in this company are despicable to put it mildly. What is more discouraging is that a country that is "modern" allows employees to be harrassed to the point where they act illegally (and without any recourse these poor individuals feel they can't take a moral/ethical stand). Yes there are laws and regulations in place, but often the victims need money and time to pursue them, not always the case. edited by marycatherine on 08/03/2012 <em>edited by marycatherine on 08/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 21:53
I just use a dish brush (bought at C4 if I recall) to clean potatoes
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 19:56
Vietnam is wonderful. I spent a full month travelling south to north and didn't have any "bad" days. Dalat stood out for me especially, it is a mountainous region in central Vietnam. While there's not much historic to see, it is extremely beautiful country. I took a tour with the Easy Riders (and there are numerous incarnations, but they originated in Dalat and are absolutely wonderful tourguides) - visited home silk farms, coffee farms, flower farms, chicken village, elephant falls, the "crazy" house, took the sky tram across to the monastary and the "honeymoon" lake. All absolutely gorgeous. I stayed at the Dreams Hotel (which was also wonderful - especially for breakfast) and the Easy Riders were based out of a cafe just down the street. It was the highlight of my trip.
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 12:31
Nearly every supermarket carries it
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 12:22
You will have at least one 220v outlet in your home in Canada - in the kitchen for the electric stove. Whether an electrician can set up other outlets will probably depend on the capacity of the electrical panel and how much money you're prepared to spend on it if it is viable. Probably not sensible for the TV etc. as that would mean rewiring a big chunk of your home. However if you have larger kitchen appliances that are relatively new it might be worth it to you? I want to take a few countertop appliances with me that I find handy (if they're still functioning when I leave) and my gas stove (which I love) so I plan to look into this on my next trip home (next summer though, so too late for me to get back to you on my findings). The appliances won't take up much room in my container so won't add to my costs either.
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 12:22
You will have at least one 220v outlet in your home in Canada - in the kitchen for the electric stove. Whether an electrician can set up other outlets will probably depend on the capacity of the electrical panel and how much money you're prepared to spend on it if it is viable. Probably not sensible for the TV etc. as that would mean rewiring a big chunk of your home. However if you have larger kitchen appliances that are relatively new it might be worth it to you? I want to take a few countertop appliances with me that I find handy (if they're still functioning when I leave) and my gas stove (which I love) so I plan to look into this on my next trip home (next summer though, so too late for me to get back to you on my findings). The appliances won't take up much room in my container so won't add to my costs either.
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 12:22
You will have at least one 220v outlet in your home in Canada - in the kitchen for the electric stove. Whether an electrician can set up other outlets will probably depend on the capacity of the electrical panel and how much money you're prepared to spend on it if it is viable. Probably not sensible for the TV etc. as that would mean rewiring a big chunk of your home. However if you have larger kitchen appliances that are relatively new it might be worth it to you? I want to take a few countertop appliances with me that I find handy (if they're still functioning when I leave) and my gas stove (which I love) so I plan to look into this on my next trip home (next summer though, so too late for me to get back to you on my findings).
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 07:51
I didn't notice any the other day but what about the Columbia Store in City Centre (is it part of Sun Sand Sea Sport???) Anyways it's on the 3rd level and there are a couple of sports stores at that end.
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Latest post on 05 March 2012 - 07:50
You could try putting several shallow containers filled with coffee grounds - either fresh ground or the instant crystals. The last time I moved and stored my fridge freezer and dishwasher - the moving company put one in each, no musty smell at all when I reopened them all for the first time after 3 months. I wouldn't do it with clothes inside it though - you want the air to circulate a bit.
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Latest post on 02 March 2012 - 20:00
I would have to disagree with the poster who suggested it was scaremongering - if your venture resulted in an illness or injury (I won't even get into insurance liablility) whether because of your fault or the person who purchased your product not storing or preparing your product correctly, it's not a position I would want to be found in here. Do lots of people provide food and other personal services under the table? Sure. But the consequences if things go wrong are quite dire here - only you can judge if you're prepared to face them. it's just as complicated in Canada (my home country), the Health authorities don't want people setting up shop from home kitchens for health reasons. <em>edited by marycatherine on 02/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 19:44
Just be aware that in the hotter months this dog house will need AC no matter what its construction. Make sure the dog house you select can accomodate this.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 17:15
I second the recommendation for the covered cat litter tray - I agree about the smell mitigation, but my priority was to reduce the amount of litter being "sprayed" around the litter tray area. My cats are "enthusiastic" diggers and buriers.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 19:46
Los thanks for letting us know, has her embassy been notified? That would be a good place to start as well as asking here - the OFW association (which I think is associated with the Philippino embassy) takes an interest in such cases. However, one wonders where her sponsor is? Her embassy may be able to assist with tracking them down and taking responsibilty for their employee. Is it possible to contribute to her bill at the hospital - if so, how?
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 21:00
Yes the voltage is different EXCEPT for your stove/oven in Canada which is 220 - which is why you need a special outlet and a special connection to the electrical box. I plan to ask for an extra 220v plug only in the kitchen to use well loved and used kitchen appliances. I wouldn't bother for the rest of the house as perhaps the wiring would be prohibitive to meet code? Don't know for sure. But nearly every Canadian kitchen has at least one 220 outlet (and properly wired) for their electric stove.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 06:43
No I have the Shark one. I think that it is still better than a regular mop because (a) I don't have to dip, rinse, squeeze, mop, repeat (b) I'd still have to scrub at the really dirty, sticky spots and (c) the steam action lifts the regular drips, splotches quite nicely. I also think my floor is a lot cleaner because of the steam even though you don't use soap (which you don't have to buy anymore - I do have a squeeze bottle of an all purpose cleaner that I use as a spot treater on tougher gunk - gosh my kitchen sounds like a disaster, but I'm an "enthusiastic" cook ;)) Oh and to answer the question about time - I think it takes me less time and does a better job. <em>edited by marycatherine on 27/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 06:38
For an idea about the job market try looking at careerbeacon.com - most jobs won't list the salaries (although some government jobs will note the pay scale level which you can then google) - you can search by area or career. Construction used to be hot in Alberta - guys on the East coast even commuted (a 6 or 7 hour flight) the pay was so good and their skill sets were unavailable in Alberta at the time. <em>edited by marycatherine on 27/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 17:20
I have one and I really like it - especially in my kitchen where I have white tiles. The lakeland one is very expensive. I saw a Black and Decker (I think that was the brand) at Carrefour for significantly less last week or maybe the week before. Getting into the corners can be a bit of an issue, but so it would be if I was mopping. While it does dry quickly - it still takes about 15 minutes or so - but maybe I'm steaming too much and there's more condensation as a result? White floors need lots of going over especially with kitchn spills HTH
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 19:53
The Ministry of Education does not recognize on line degrees for teaching purposes. The Ministry of Higher Education does. So depending on where you wish to try to find employment - tertiary is more likely to recognize an on line degree while K-12 is less likely to do so - go figure. Of course there are exceptions but generally above is the rule. HCT may be willing to "bend" their rules as they are having problems recruiting. <em>edited by marycatherine on 20/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 20:33
OK outdoor voices mean you might have to raise your voice to carry across a distance or outdoor noises as opposed to indoor voices where there are (supposedly) fewer interferences with communication - hope that helps.
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 17:05
I'm east of you from Canada but the police will contact people (no charges) to let them know a complaint has been filed and that it has been noted against their license plate. Of course, they can't be charged because there is no "proof" but they can (and in my province) are often warned.
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Latest post on 17 February 2012 - 17:02
My sisters and sisters in law taught their children that there are "indoor" voices and "outdoor" voices. It takes time, but the gist is - use your indoor voice (when the situation is actually occuring) - they already know about outdoor voices. ETA and you have to use your indoor voice when you want them to use their indoor voice. <em>edited by marycatherine on 17/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 11:32
Here is what we were told by legal counsel about free speech and expression - that in Qatar speech is in fact not free and subject to fairly severe restrictions. Up to 2 years in prison and a fine for defaming someone in public through "accusing them of doing a mishap necessitating a legal punishment [b'>or inflicting their dignity or honor or exposing them to people's disdain and malice[/b'> I would suppose the part in bold is open to broad interpretation - but we've been told to keep our hands on the wheel or below the dashboard.
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 20:33
It is illegal to flip anyone off here. We've had local lawyers advise us to this effect. And yes, you could be deported, likely if you apologize? Maybe not. I have known one person here who spent several weeks in meetings with the police and lawyers to defuse a supposed flipping off. Not the way I care to spend my time (and, if I am married, not one I'd care to put DH through threatening his job - and don't be naive, your actions can impact on his employability or at least the renewal of his contract).
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 20:30
As points of information: You cannot operate any money making operation (including a charity) without official government approval and licensing. You cannot operate a business without a local business partner/sponsor. A food operation would come under the mandate of the Ministry of Health and they probably have a myriad of rules and regulations that are supposed to be met. (Yes I know there are legal ops who don't apply the basics of food handling health and safety). Could your relative fly under the radar? Most probably, unless someone complained or got sick (and I'm not saying the complaint would have to be related to sickness, it could be a vindictive or jealous neighbour). Better to educate yourself about the rules and regulations and possible repercussions (however remote they may be) and make an informed decision.
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Latest post on 15 February 2012 - 12:14
How about swimming using a pool buoy to make sure you're not using your ankles/legs or even "running" in deep water using a waist flotation device to keep you upright and a strap on your ankle?
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 11:53
The last time I did it I had to get a certificate from my vet showing the pet had received all the required vaccinations - as I was going to North America I didn't need a blood check (but that may have changed since), proof of microchipping (many airlines require this) and a health certificate from the Dept of Agriculture. Your vet should be able to advise you of what documents you need for the UAE Dept of Agriculture to get that cert. The airline transporting your pet will be able to advise you of what documents the airline needs. And the country of destination's Dept of Agriculture will be able to tell you what they require (the airline probably knows the most recent info on the latter but it doesn't hurt to check). It sounds like a lot but really there are only 3 or 4 separate documents that all parties require - keep copies with you, copies with the animal, and the originals ready to hand over to the airline usually. So, a vaccination certificate with all shots required for the destination country, a health cert from the Dept of Agriculture, proof of microchipping and possibly a blood test cert. Once you arrive at the other end, you usually have to report to an area which has Dept of Agriculture official(s) who will check all your paperwork and take a look at the pet to make sure there is nothing obviously wrong/sick.
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Latest post on 11 February 2012 - 20:38
I'm eating food that was cooked nearly ten days ago, reheated (to bubbling) once inbetween. And, knock wood, in 30+ years never had an issue. However, one caveat is, if it doesn't pass the smell test coming out of the fridge for reheating - smells slightly off, it gets the heave ho. You know your digestive system and your family's better than I. If you're not comfortable serving it, toss it - no matter what anyone else says.
 
 
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