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Latest post on 17 June 2011 - 17:58
http://www4.agr.gc.ca/AAFC-AAC/display-afficher.do?id=1180623750202 this is the link with contact details for Kentville - I have been looking through my animal docs for a "name" but I had a clear out a few months ago. Will keep looking and pass on any names I come across. Good luck and will let you know if I come across any details. <em>edited by marycatherine on 17/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 June 2011 - 17:46
What I needed for the UAE import cert was a Canadian Dept of Agriculture cert signed and stamped by their vet (he was in Kentville, closest to me). He came to my home and looked at my animals filled out the paperwork and that was it - I faxed the docs to my PRO in UAE who used them to get the import cert which he scanned and sent to me for the airline. Getting them attested/certified by the embassy seems like overkill - contact your employer's PRO or if possible the UAE Dept of Agriculture for what they need to allow the animal(s) into UAE- the guy in Kentville was brilliant. ETA- he came to the house because he was in the area inspecting a herd of cattle at the time - which worked out well for me - it cost about CAD100 but well worth it not to load 3 animals in the car and face a 3 hour round trip to Kentville. <em>edited by marycatherine on 17/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 17 June 2011 - 10:04
This must be new - when I came I just needed the original Canadian Dept of Agriculture vet cert (with stamp from Canadian Government) and a copy of the import cert from UAE (original obtained by my employer's PRO). ARe you dealing with the vet office in Kentville or Halifax? Oh and the vet came to my home on the South Shore, I didn't have to go to them. <em>edited by marycatherine on 17/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 21:57
Sorry, learn to drive with one hand on the horn at all times and to check your mirrors constantly. I have an excellet horn in my car and I'm not afraid to use it on the Land Cruiser/Escalade/monster truck of whatever make to tell them to get out of my lane if they are not entering it safely. I often get raised hands in the air etc. I don't care. My car is a saloon, about the size of a camry and I don't budge. I'd rather explain it to the police. That said, I will go out of my way to avoid certain round abouts because I know I'm going to leave them with raised blood pressure. I honk at idiots talking on phones while weaving between lanes or doing 80k or less in the fast lane on Dring roadjust because they are idiots for doing so. I don't have kids in my car, or obviously I'd drive differently/more defensively. But I don't give in when I have the right of way. Been doing this for 10+ years here. Never had an accident. (Either I'm lucky, skilled, or due for one). Choose your road "battles" especially if you have kids. But if you are intimidated, practice on quieter days - I often see that people who are new to Doha or who aren't used to driving in traffic (not just bad traffic, any traffic) get nervous and are less confident as a result. The traffic doesn't get better, the other drivers don't get better, your reactions and self control can.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 21:41
Most if not all tertiary institutions offer 3 year contracts, they do not bring their people out on tourist visas. Most reputable schools in k-12 do the same (although the contract length can vary). I am only going on what the OP stated in her posts. The question seems to be is she with a reputable employer or not. And even if not, will they blacklist her, refuse to give a decent reference, or drag her through the courts (even if they lose in the end). OP will have to decide if that's the road she wants to take. <em>edited by marycatherine on 15/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 20:42
It's not cheesy, it's good sense - you want the best medical care for you and any future children. Make sure you know what you need/want - if the doctor doesn't measure up, keep looking. Back to my shoe analogy (not really directly corelative) but you shouldn't buy a shoe that pinches your toes or gives you blisters either!!!
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 20:38
The atmosphere does change from campus to campus and from year to year at HCT. If the sister is EFL be prepared for endless (and seemingly pointless in many instances) meetings - content teachers are generally happier and have fewer minutia to deal with. Again, there is lots of information out there - I know many who are leaving this year after 8 - 12 years - but they would also say it's been a downhill ride the past 3 -5 years. On the upside, I'm told that you will know your holidays for the Academic year in advance for sure - before this, you waited until there was an announcement about Eid holidays etc. (summer and semester breaks were always known) maybe only aday or two in advance - certainly an improvement.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 20:33
OK the OP said in her first posting that it was a 3 year contract and she had no intention of staying 3 years. Then she said she was "told" it was a 2 year contract but because it took so long to get her visa it "turned out" to be 3 years??? What does the contract say? OP doesn't seem to be able to keep track of even that fact - most employers will not get an RP for longer than the contract states - why would they request such a thing (even if it were possible) and more to the point why would the ministry of immigration/labour grant one?
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 19:33
As to the doctor you've already seen - why would you go back? Sorry, but this is the same as any other consumer experience - poor treatment and advice means I don't go back, or at the very least I get a second or third opinion. I'd walk out of a shoe store if I felt I wasn't being respected or listened to - this is your body and a possible future child's life - get away from this person now. The doctor might be brusque but that doesn't mean they aren't listening or that they're trying to press an agenda that makes you uncomfortable. I had a visit at the doctor this week (nothing as life changing as yours would be) and I've decided I won't go back to this person again, they didn't listen to anything I had to say other than that's not right, it doesn't work that way, etc. but with no explanation or reasons to support it - it seemed they thought I was questioning their abilities, when I was really trying to understand my condition so I could understand their ideas on the course of treatment. <em>edited by marycatherine on 15/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 19:31
she can also visit daveseslcafe.com - Abu Dhabi has a bad rep right now. Dubai has been rather quiet for a while, used to be a difficult work environment. Tell your sister she won't have a choice of where she goes, and even if they tell her one place, she could be switched to another at the last minute. There's lots on the internet about HCT - including some blogs (not complimentary). There seems to have been some issues this year end - all available on Dave's
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 19:23
Quote from OP "I have been working in a school in the UAE for the last two years and never intended completing my 3 year contract. The two years I have spent working there has had its up and downs....mostly downs and there is a very low morale amongst staff there. When I moved here I met a guy with a similar upbringing to myself and a yearlater we got engaged. He has now moved to a different Gulf country for a better work opportunity and naturally has asked me to follow him..this is where my dilemma lies.... If i give notice to my employer, I will forfeit my salary for this month and my summer pay along with a flight to my home country, the final amount tallies at almost 35k and I will also have to repay 45 days of my salary and the cost of my visa and labour card." Disagree on the repayment - most of those (especially if governed by the ministry of higher education which I suspect the OP is) clearly state that there are penalties. However, that being said, visa and labor costs are not allowed to be recovered, I referred to relocation/furniture allowances which can be clawed back. If under the MoHE - they have to give a full semester's notice no ifs ands or buts - this has been the case for at least 20 years to my knowledge. However, if the OP is not in a school administered by the MoHE she can take your advice and her chances - HCT ZU AUS PI Uni of Sharjah etc are all under the MoHE and there are different rules applied even when appealed to the courts (and don't think people haven't tried). Many are not aware that there is a two tier education ministry here - and it can vary from one system to another the rules etc. that are applicable. edited by marycatherine on 15/06/2011 <em>edited by marycatherine on 15/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 17:56
starsouthern, education contracts can differ from "regular" work contracts. Most are for 2 or 3 years (the OP said it was for 3 years) and stipulate penalties if the contract is not fulfilled (see my previous post). There are serious consequences if she does not follow the stipulations in her contract - she CAN leave now, but there are financial penalties she has to pay to do so - that's what the contract stipulates and as she outlined. She doesn't want to adhere to the contract she agreed to and signed and neither does she want to suffer the penalties - hence, she is committing an illegal act for which she can (and probably will be) banned, blacklisted, no references and a case filed against her if she owes them any money. Sheer stupidity - better to scrimp for the short term if she absolutely MUST follow this guy now. Otherwise she could face problems in the future, especially if she thinks she can continue in education in the GCC - it is a very small community.
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 09:21
And how long will you spend explaining why you didn't declare them if you get picked for a random check or something else flags you as you go through? Foodstuffs are required to be declared to customs - I've brought pistachios, herbs, etc. back but I always tell them and have never been stopped. Don't forget the little beagles in their green uniforms - they are used quite frequently. And they do their sniffing after you go through customs. They've flagged me in Montreal - kept sitting down next to my suitcase. The inspector kept asking if I had food (I didn't) but I explained my cat likes to sit/sleep in the suitcase anytime it is open. He never askedme to open the bag. <em>edited by marycatherine on 15/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 15 June 2011 - 09:18
The contract is pretty standard in education - you sign on for 3 years - if you don't complete it, there are penalties, including forfeiting any EOS benefits, if she got a furniture or relocation allowance she may have to repay part of that (in her case 1/3 if this is the end of her second year) and she would not be eligible for her regular pay over the summer. OP says she will be left penniless if she keeps to the contract - hence her consideration of leaving and not coming back (that way she repays nothing AND gets to keep the salary still being credited to her account). It's stealing, she can leave and pay the penalties and she'll have no worries.
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Latest post on 14 June 2011 - 07:07
Giant has a good selection most days at Hyatt Plaza - I would think that most of the produce available anywhere is from most of those countries. Sorry, can't be of more help
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 22:46
local may be difficult, especially at this time of year. I stand to be corrected but you may have to search out alternatives from Lebanon, Egypt and India this time of year.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 22:25
and the poor cashier is the one who will bear the brunt here - IT'S A MANAGEMENT ISSUE - and the cashier supervisor should be held responsible. I refused to show my receipt to the lady at the cash office because of this.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 21:34
And if you leave - absconding - and look for another teaching position in the GCC you will be required in many instances to provide a clean police report in order to qualify for residency and/or a teaching position - how are you going to get around that? If you think you can get one from your home country, think again, many won't issue a police clearance if you can't prove residency at home in the past calendar year.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 21:28
If you have the time -buy the cheaper cuts but cook them longer - braising and stewing (a slow cooker is great even if you are working because it will cook for 8 hours or so at a low heat) allow the meat to cook at lower temps and become tender - I made a great stew this week with beef shanks - absolutely falling apart and full of flavour (because of the sauce it's cooked in.) Google online - you'll find lots of ideas and recipes.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 18:04
If you know what airline you're using you could contact them - they won't even accept the dogs unless the paperwork is in order HTH
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 18:03
You can pop popcorn in a paper bag in your microwave- a big spoon (say a soup spoonful) will give you about 2 - 3 cups. Just put the kernels in the bag, fold the top over a few times and put the fold to the bottom (so it doesn't unwrap but it's not tight tight tight. Set it for about 2 min to start - works for me.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 17:01
ECCO also is in shoe mart at Centre Point near Al Sadd
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 17:00
Furniture styles and quality here are limited and in the latter case usually poor. If you have good quality furniture that is in a style you like - I'd suggest you bring it with you. The One is expensive, Home Centre, while there is lots on offer is not to my taste in nearly every instance. But that's me - if you're getting a shipping allowance that will cover your furniture that you like I'd go with it.
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 16:57
I haven't seen it in Carrefour but I did see sewing thread and needles in Daiso above Homes R Us in Hyatt Plaza
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 07:08
Be aware that the child "amusement" facility is rather limited - TV with DVD playing on play mat near the entrance. The kids all seem to like the guy in the rabbit outfit though. So if your kids are not enthralled by the DVD on show, entertaining them through a leisurely lunch may fall to you. It is a smaller than average venue so while there aren't as many people there is limited space - requesting a table near the play area might be a good idea.
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Latest post on 10 June 2011 - 15:04
Like you Mrs. L. but with a slight twist - having been pushed out of someone else's way or barged in front of, again, politely and faux sincerely I say "I think the words you're looking for are Excuse Me Please"
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 20:38
Go talk to the vet if you're that concerned about the stitches - she could have been spayed about 8 to 10 months ago if she is 1.5 years old - before you even had the puppy in the equation. Have had 4 animals (3 spayed 1 neutered - disturbing the stitches never even came into the equation for recovery)
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 20:32
A retort I have used - and I use a very polite and faux sincere tone of voice and a sympathetic look as I do so is - "It must be difficult going through life without a personality, how do you manage?" To be really effective, turn on your heel and walk away - by the time they figure out that they've been "insulted" if they run after you they look even more foolish.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 18:55
KLM KLM KLM - I've brought animals to and from Atlantic Canada and KLM is THE airline. Sorry you weren't aware that you can't change airlines in UK - but that's been SOP for at least 6 years and probably forever. Book them as cargo on KLM route them throught Toronto or Montreal to do so. KLM takes EXTREMELY good care of your pet - to the point I ended up with better pet carriers than I started out with - they were switched out in Schipol (I assumed with abandoned pet carriers who were travelling to Europe only) - the animals were happyish and I still have the carriers (top of the line). You can pick up the animals yourself at the Cargo terminal - there's a little toing and froing to get a stamp here and a signature there and then the vet inspection - but about an hour tops if the flight arrives in the middle of the night.
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Latest post on 09 June 2011 - 07:34
If you're asking if DVDs from US will be compatible in machines here- they are not all compatible BUT the machine can be either be set to play both types OR you can buy machines that play both. For the former - and this was several years ago the guy at the store changed the settings - have no idea what he did. When I bought my most recent machine (last year) it came out of the box able to play both types. Check the box or with the salesman.
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 20:03
I used to own a 10 year old Land Rover - should have had a sign in the window "Hit me, I need the money - and anyways, I'll win"
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 20:00
sorry KKS but that advice is very poor - if someone is making transfers that are "obviously" trying to avoid a flag (and they are tracked - don't kid yourself) it just attracts the attention your advice is supposed to avoid. The bank themselves, under anti money laundering regulations will report any suspicious activity - that advice fits the bill nicely if it is done on any question of a regular basis.
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 19:57
Yes yes yes. Vietnam is a wonderful country with great food and nice people. I don't have kids so I can't comment on that aspect - I would be very careful, traffic/driving is bad/erratic especially with small ones - but there are lots of things to see and do, it is relatively cheap (I used the Lonely planet guide - rarely paid more than USD20 per night for a clean comfortable hotel room - not great, but the shower worked and had hot water, and they usually included a full breakfast too) <em>edited by marycatherine on 08/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 17:39
I had mine removed with an intravenous valium solution so I was awake - but boy was I relaxed - for about 3 days. It was done in hospital (presumably because there can be serious complications i.e. blood loss - if something doesn't go according to plan). Strangely, though the drug was great, it actually made me VERY aware of how addictive something could be - avoided a lot of other teenage temptations as a result - that, and I couldn't afford the cigarettes I was already addicted to at 16.
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 06:51
Can you get arrangements made with your bank to accept your email instructions? I did that with mine and all I do is make up a letter, print it off, scan it and send to the bank (they want the signature).
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 06:43
Most of the vet centres either have a "relocating" service or work with one regularly. They will meet the flight (and you) and take the dog (if they have room) to the kennels. Be aware that the dog will probably be taken to the cargo area (a separate section to the airport) and you will have to make your way there, go through the vet and papers inspection - it will take about an hour at most. Do you have your import cert lined up with the UAE Dept of Agriculture.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 22:10
Unless you go at 10am tomorrow or Thursday, don't do it. It's busy even then (and the parking lot is madness). Later in the day it will only get worse. I don't have children and I go early so I can avoid the crowds and actually see what is on offer. As for any good, depends on what you're looking for. There were some nice looking bed linens, any amount of sponge bob items, some interesting jewellry, and loads of stuff aimed at the "local" market which may not be to Western/European general taste. I always go and always find something that catches my eye.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 22:07
You should also consider where your children will be going to school (and get them on the waiting list ASAP). Traffic is very bad here at peak times - and doing it twice daily for the school run can be extremely stressful. Myself, I prefer standalone - others prefer compounds (and there are those that have 5 bedroom villas I believe). Standalone usually means a better/bigger garden space. Compounds usually offer gyms/tennis courts/pools etc. Depends on what is important to you - I prefer my privacy over the above mentioned amenities.
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 07:58
When I checked several weeks ago you could renew insurance but not be a first time buyer online. Don't know if that's changed in the meantime or not.
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 07:56
You can often google the product and find the instructions/ingredients online - tedious I admit and would require another trip (or remembering to buy the product - if it's still there :) on your next shop). Have done it for some things I really wanted but didn't want to waste the money on first.
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Latest post on 03 June 2011 - 19:30
If you want to be treated "equally" when entering a country - try Canada. Everyone waits in the same line whether you are a Canadian or not - it's one of my stupid annoyances, in every other country I've visited, nationals get a separate line (which separate line is available in the US and UK in my experience - experience limited to Houston, Miami, LA, San Diego, NYC and Atlanta and LHR)
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Latest post on 03 June 2011 - 08:05
While I'm sure the OP has explored all options regarding the children's passports, I'll ask it anyway in case it's a new idea - can you approach your embassy (I'm assuming your children are the same nationality as you) and explain the situation and get new passports issued for the children? I have no idea if it's even feasible (hope it is). Good luck to you and all the best for your future plans - hang in there - you've got lots of moral support here.
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 18:12
Well there are lots who take the attitude, like those who leave the trash - the tide will take care of it. It's disgusting. And it's the irresponsible ones who get all dogs banned from various areas. <em>edited by marycatherine on 02/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 18:00
They're also committing adultery according to UAE law.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 22:01
Mama is upset and hissing because the broom/sweeping is new and strange. Just keep a schedule - go in every morning and sweep/ clean ignore the kitty hysterics. They will get used to it if they are not hurt. These are feral (wild) cats. They can get used to some human interaction but it is actually good that they are not comfortable with it - they need to learn to survive on the street. Just be business like in your feeding and watering - don't do it at the same time every day or even every day unless you are committed to do so for years. You are doing a good thing, but they do need to learn to survive on their own unless you will be present and committed for the next 10 -15 years.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 21:42
That is true Carolina, but in my own experience, and that is what it is worth, some of those dog walkers are responsible and introduce their pets, others let them run riot. (The latter are the minority but they are aggravating none the less). A great many let their pets defacate all over the beach in the secure knowledge that the tide will take away the evidence, much as the beach litterers depend on the tide to take away their plastic bags full of trash. Parents with children don't care if it's trash or sh !t - those who don't pick up after their pets will ruin it for those who take care not to bother other beach users. That said, I've lost count of the loaded diapers I've run across at Wakraa for example.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 19:51
Sorry to hear about the presence of the chickens - that's a deal breaker of course especially with a young puppy (or even with older dogs). I used to take my dog just past the civil defense roundabout vacant land area but they're now putting in grass etc, and the gardeners start about 0530 hrs. Very few people "bothered" us there but I can see a dog unfriendly area being instituted fairly soon. Between Sports R/a and the intersection with the petrol station is a large vacant lot with a row of trees on one side (don't go too near the tents, they are inhabited) or take a few drives in your neighbourhood to try and spot obviously unused spaces, they won't be treed or very attractive but puppy can get some room to sniff and you'll have few problems with grumpy people.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 19:45
Agree with Bisha2 - I fly with Emirates to JFK and my full baggage allowance carries forward to my ultimate destination. As a plus, my Emirates baggage allowance also applies to the # of pcs & wgts I check with the American airline when I travel back. That said, if you're doing a layover for 5 days, all bets may be off on that leg of the trip - check with your international carrier When I asked about this with the american carrier they said that since my ticket was booked/issued all the way through to the destination and return with Emirates, Emirates' rules ruled. <em>edited by marycatherine on 01/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 19:41
As a comment about whoever (don't care who) posted about the dog biting the postman - this is common for ALL dogs no matter what their provenance. You have someone who comes to YOUR house, invading YOUR space, and possibly posing a threat to YOUR people. The dog reacts naturally. That being said, a RESPONSIBLE pet owner trains their dog to accept the post man, the gas man, the electricity reader etc invading their territory. The blame is wholly on the owner not the dog.
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Latest post on 30 May 2011 - 21:48
amy - often in the past 10 years (I pick up after my dog whether anyone is watching or not) I have found you can walk your dog in a number of areas at off peak human times (say at 0500 hrs in the morning) without attracting negative attention. That said, I have had the police cars follow me, locals take pictures, and perverts approach me personally (with a 30kg dog at my side). It's hard to say - easier to beg for forgiveness (never go back) than to ask for permission especially if the area is "unused". Worst that can happen is you are asked not to return in my experience. So long as your dog is not aggressive and is entertaining (often showing off a few tricks - sit, roll over etc) go a long way. But discretion is the better part of valor - I avoid others unless they too have dogs and keep her on a leash if I have even the teeniest doubt about her or her behavior
 
 
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