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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 19:28
Sending positive thoughts your way across the miles .You have left no stone unturned and done an amazing job getting Sandys info and photos out there. Hoping your best friend gets home soon.
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Latest post on 15 May 2013 - 19:21
I agree when someone has made a rude comment to me I have simply replied ' are you always so rude or is today an exception'. BUT I know what some posters are saying .Years back when son and DIL were visiting with our first grandchild,the poor mite was in a huge brace and couldn't get around to work off the chubby baby fat.She had the biggest cheeks ever but the most wonderful demeanour and was the happiest little bundle just grinning at everyone. DIL and I went shopping at the usual kids stores to try and get her something pretty to wear over the brace. This madam comes over and says 'hello maam ,your baby is sooooo fat you feed her too much'.My poor DIL who was so sensitive about the whole issue anyway just burst into tears and ran out the store. I was so mad I could have decked her.......knowing where it came from and the cultural issues I simply walked away. My DIL ,a Canadian and the epitome of being polite ,was just shattered as this was soooo foreign to her, it took a while for her to get used to this but by the time they went home she gave as good as she got;)
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Latest post on 13 May 2013 - 21:13
Splinters we all have our own opinions,no need to have a go at someone who doesn't agree with yours ( heycutie). As someone said its a doughnut = loads of sugar....if you don't eat sugar as a rule who knows how it will make you feel. Do agree Francis Brady OP should see an allergist as dally mentioned on Tim's link not too much that is a mystery just loads of carbs and sugar. Their doughnuts are not my taste but LOVE their bagels and cream cheese;) edited by Nomad on 13/05/2013
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 05:51
Got it ...you can take it down now,will email soon. xxx
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 05:49
Nippy I think of you often,so glad you have come back to let us know how you are getting on.Haven't much to add to the words below other than to say WELL DONE GIRL from here on the only way is up. Take care dear. N XXX
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Latest post on 11 May 2013 - 05:45
SueB what wise words an excellent post.M in Dubai can't offer much more than SueB you are both in my prayers.xxx
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Latest post on 10 May 2013 - 17:32
Hi artlS how are you my dear....long time since we chatted! So sorry to hear about your girl,wish I was there to comfort you. Will pop you an email. Take care my friend. <em>edited by Nomad on 10/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 May 2013 - 17:57
I have pugs and have just found out no airline will accept them as accompanied baggage. They can only go cargo which is not an option as we need to switch airlines and can't transport them from one cargo office to another. Also, if the pets are going Cargo, there is no guarantee they will be on the same plane as you and can get left for a period of time in an airport. Does anyone have an suggestions? I HAVE to get them to Canada with me. Give Dubai Kennels and Cattery a call,they are THE animal relocation specialists in DXB ,pricey but know their stuff. edited by Nomad on 09/05/2013 <em>edited by Nomad on 09/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 May 2013 - 17:54
linish try putting this on the main forum...ask admin to please leave it on for a few days.....a lot more traffic there and this is such a sad story.You are a star for trying so hard to make a difference.
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Latest post on 06 May 2013 - 08:39
Anna your thread has brought me to tears,I am so sorry for all you are both having to deal with. We seem to take for granted that tomorrow will dawn as usual, but never stop to think that all could change in an instant. You could share memories of your childhood, growing up relive special times etc. The message in a bottle is a wonderful idea. I will hold you both in my prayers....... <em>edited by Nomad on 06/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2013 - 20:49
JS my G daughter last her first last week....insisted mom phone me so I could hear all about it even the blood!!!! Mom did the under the pillow and left $ 5.00 ( very generous tooth fairy). Would also be interested to hear of any novel ideas (Her grandpa told her the tooth fairy collects all the teeth and makes piano keys from them....she has gone off touching the keys now!)
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Latest post on 05 May 2013 - 19:41
TDB as a granny and married for 35 + years you go out whenever you get the chance.......as my dear gran used to say ' when you are dead and buried one day do you think they will put on your tombstone here lies a mum who never left her kids with a babysitter'. You get my drift......do what is best for your small family end of ;)
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Latest post on 05 May 2013 - 19:35
Where is his Mum..........she was so instrumental in getting his career going?.......If he were my 19yr old son I tell you he would get a tongue lashing from me. This behaviour is just not acceptable .The fan base are generally younger kids some as gusncoley said have saved like mad to get to the concert.This brat has no concept of what he is doing and as others have said will land up in and out of rehab unless he gets a grip. The only way for fans to make an impression is to vote with your feet.
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Latest post on 03 May 2013 - 18:15
How sad for both children. Whoever gave a five gear old a gun killed her. I wouldn't give a five year old anything sharp! And you need a license to work in some salons... Bowling for Columbine was the first time I became aware if how serious this was and it will never change (- it's in the Bill of Rights. So true.....so terribly sad,what will it do to the sibling in later life, he shot his sister........through no fault of his own.Just can't get my head around what these parents were thinking. RIP little one. There is no way on this planet that I would give or allow my children or grandchildren to handle any guns at such a young age. Agree with RuthM the storage of guns is all important. The other evening we had a dinner party and the gun debate came up.I am one for a good debate and not one of us could come up with a answer.The general consensus was as long as it is making certain parties a lot of money nothing will change.:(
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 22:02
Hi Buttercup......rant away all you want , if it helps... Hope things start improving soon.
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 21:46
its a noble intention to spread awareness, but how much would it change? It would only horrify good decent people, but have little effect on the actual perpetrators. This kind of cruel bent of mind is learned at the knee, aggression is a normal reaction and is not checked when displayed, how will these types of people ever change? "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing " Edmund Burke. Fretty every little but helps if you did get it into 7 days well done,it spreads awareness. IMHO it needs to addressed in schools,education is the key. <em>edited by Nomad on 02/05/2013</em>
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 19:53
I can see both sides of the coin here. OP feels like an unpaid taxi and those who have friends who drive them about feel they don't take advantage. The secret is don't take advantage either way and be honest and talk about it. Many years back on the way home from school with my kids, we saw two young ones walking miles home from the same school. I couldn't take it so asked my son to pass a note to the older child to give to his mom.I asked her to please phone me so we could meet and discuss giving them a lift home. I can't begin to describe how grateful this poor single mom was.. I dropped these two mites off for years until they moved away when mom got married. Every Christmas they would make me a little something to say thanks, I tear up just thinking about how grateful this little family were,for something that really cost me nothing but a bit of time.
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 19:25
Are you still looking? We have several less than a week old... Aw Geez!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am hoping this person made one heck of a big typo! never never take the kittens at that age...never!!!! . wait, not be too hasty here...maybe she is just saying she has new ones but they will not be ready for new homes until 8 weeks. I bet that is what she meant And I dont think the OP meant she wanted a new born kitten, but a young kitten...right??????? edited by SueB on 04/04/2011 Correct!:) I meant a young kitten, not a new new born, but young, shorthair cute kitten which i can adopt or even buy for a reasonable price! And yes i know that there a lots of cats out there looking for a safe home and waiting to be adopted by loving and caring people... but the thing is that i can't really find a kitten i would like to bring up:( There must be thousands in DXB at the moment........the thread is all of 2 years old and you are still looking?.
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 19:06
Is it not allowed to have a different view/opinion on this thread? Please don't tar everybody with the same brush. Each to their own with their arrangements. I don't have a car by the way and have no intention to get one at the moment. The traffic is too mad and especially some drivers. I don't expect to be driven around by friends but I don't see anything wrong with occasionally getting a lift if I would go somewhere with a friend. If we meet up somewhere I'm getting a taxi (and I can have a drink or two!). Ideally I would live somewhere where I could walk everywhere and/or use public transport. To demand that everybody gets a car sounds a bit unreasonable. Wanna join my Bille-No-Wheels club? Love the name :) Maroosh I for one would not imagine you being the kind who would just expect to be ferried around.;)
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 19:03
How frightening, and sad that a lot of you ladies feel that way about your *friends*. I thought the general idea was friends all mucked in together and helped each other. I don't drive and whether that is by choice or because I cannot has no purpose to this discussion. While I gladly accept lifts from friends, and am pretty sure they don't resent me for the dreadful imposition of my company, I could be wrong. However, I spend a great deal of time ferrying small children willy nilly, to activities and playdates and parties...they're not MY kids, and my taxi driver is kind enough to store and carry an assortment of car and booster seats in between each lift. This helps out friends who are working mums, mums with other kids with other commitments, friends/mums in general. Now, this taxi of mine costs a positive fortune...and I don't feel the slightest bit resentful of my friends who are impinging on my time/costs/travel. The very fact that you are attempting to measure this is just too sad and horrible for words. Sounds like some *friends* may well be worth letting go of, and it may be that it's some of you girls happily sat in the driving seat, not just the whinging spongers/time wasters. But that's just it you are doing something for your friends in return for them driving you around.From what I have read the OP is getting tired of constantly pandering to the needs of a few who give her no consideration in return,it is just expected.
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 18:45
Mr grand parents never drove they always used public transport or as Pop would say 'shanks pony'. If they had to get to an appointment and the kids/grand kids couldn't oblige gran would ask for a lift and BEFORE getting into the car would hand an envelope over with money to cover the cost of petrol. If you are going to make a habit of asking for a ride the least you can do is offer to pay towards petrol or inconveniencing the driver. Not having a go at anyone if they drive or not but if you get a taxi you have to pay for the ride.Friends should be offered the same consideration. To TDB you have been a real softie hopefully now you can say NO and not feel bad about it.;)
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Latest post on 28 April 2013 - 02:00
Congratulations Mrs Abdalla and well done. Enjoy your precious gift.;) XXX N
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Latest post on 26 April 2013 - 03:48
I can honestly say after reading a few reports and watching the factory collapse in Bangladesh onTV I will personally not buy a stitch of clothing from the stores that have been exposed. The hourly wage in these factories is $ 0.21c per hour,the mark up by the time it gets to us is astounding. I know my few bits and pieces won't amount to much ,not a big shopper ,but I am so mad at these companies for not doing their due diligence. <em>edited by Nomad on 26/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 23:10
i think it will depend on the level of your insurance, some will cover outside country or if you have to go to another country for something that is not available here, but also they will only pay a certain amount if outside the country and you will pay an excess too! its all down to the policy you need to read the terms and conditions Agreed but from OP description he had the episode here and he and can't get the correct treatment here ,the insurance should at least be on the hook for his transportation to get the treatment. They are saying he cannot be considered a resident ????and thus won't transport him.
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 23:02
Dubai 1990 so sorry about your friend. WRT the Insurance Co. Their first response is repudiate any claim that is out of the ordinary ...it is common practice. DON'T leave it there fight with all you can muster and if they continue to refuse tell them you are going to the press....ASAP. This nonsense of not being a resident once he leaves is total BS, he is a resident before the flight and as one poster said for 6 months after that. They rely on the fact that you won't pursue the case and will try to do anything to save themselves money. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. P.S. they must not stop paying the premiums as this gives them a way out.... <em>edited by Nomad on 25/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 18:18
My first reaction when I spied the thread was 'oh good someone has found their lost pet ' one track mind I know :):)...then I opened the thread and started to watch the video........yes he is a handsome man but oh those posed shots !!!!!!
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 18:13
For over 25 years I have used KLM wherever I can,they are the best with animals.That little break does the animals the world of good.My second choice was BA and if they were not available then I used Air Canada.You are on the right track ;) All the best with your move.
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Latest post on 25 April 2013 - 18:07
Sending prayers and positive thoughts to you all. XXXX
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Latest post on 24 April 2013 - 23:52
Oh Buttercup I am so sorry you are still feeling so down. Yes there are worse things happening around us but it is really important that you look after yourself right now. From what I have read your husband is really behaving very badly while you are trying to come to terms with a devastating loss.I just can't even begin to conceive how one human being can be so mean and cold to another who has just lost a sibling. Please Please listen to your doctor your depression is normal walk away from those who are trying to bait and upset you. Marriage counselling sounds like a good start,but I have my doubts if he will change his attitude after a few sessions. Is there any chance you can take a few weeks off and go back home to be with family who would understand and support you ? You really need to grieve properly and under the present circumstances you are not being allowed to grieve .Your body can only take so much before you will break down entirely. As I said before I have lost a brother and the ONLY thing that kept our whole family sane was the support we got from each other ie parents, other siblings ,spouses.I cannot even begin to imagine if my DH and my young children (10 and 12 at the time)been there for me. Please put yourself first in all the decisions you make from here on, you owe it to yourself,what you are feeling is normal,what your OH is doing is very far from normal. My thoughts and prayers are with you Buttercup ,please take care. XXXX
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Latest post on 23 April 2013 - 03:01
Buttercup I am so sorry for your loss,I too have lost a sibling and still feel that loss today. Please don't let anyone minimize this ,you have every right to grieve how you want and for as long as it takes.I am so sorry you have these other issues to deal with but please take time out and take care of yourself. Great big cyber hugs to you across the ocean.....XXX
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 20:19
JoyceB - glad you are not upset. As a fellow Scot, I have had many experiences similar to yourself. Going to stick my head over the parapet here, LOL - If we read something we don't like or don't agree with then I always think it's better just to ignore it. One never knows the circumstances or feelings of self worth of someone we choose to criticise on a forum. Having worked as a counsellor, I've seen the effects of what online criticism can do to people who may be experiencing a period of stress or simply just not feeling good about themselves at that current moment in time. At the risk of getting a lambasting myself, I really would caution against writing anything negative regarding an individual. We are all different and if we weren't different then the world would be a very boring place. Live and let live. Well put Feefmick....;)
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 20:17
Came back to have a peek...couldn't work out what was going on .......certain posts removed.
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 04:29
Thank you. Yes green with a lot of wind & rain right now. ;) I hadn't realised you had left the ME until I read a post I think your in Canada now. I don't think your Canadian though so just another step on the expat stairway.? I would love to see Canada have family in BC . Yes certainly on my to do list . Hope the snow lifts. I was out planting shrubs the other day & remembered you where itching to get out in the garden. God bless Sorry OP we seem to have 'stolen' your thread.... Yes left a while back ,pop in here to get my 'fix' every now and then. We moved to Canada many years back.It is truly a beautiful country and of course BC has a lot less snow than Alberta where we are. If you ever visit your family in this neck of the woods,let us know we could meet up for a coffee.:) <em>edited by Nomad on 18/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 17 April 2013 - 22:56
Hello Nomad how are you? Conas a ta tu? Im still here in the land of the green. Waiting .................. Very well thanks .....still in the land of snow.....don't think we will see spring this year,ground still covered in snow:( can't complain the farmers need it. How I envy your green............;) keep well.
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Latest post on 17 April 2013 - 20:53
Hi everyone, Me and my brother has this goal and dream on working and migrating to other countries. UAE is a nice country to work but they're not granting citizenship. Im thinking CANADA or AUSTRALIA, can anyone here advise me on what to do? anyone can tell me the steps/processes and tell us what country is the best for us. BTW im Filipino whos been here in Dubai for 5 years as an admin staff and my brother who graduated as a nurse but works in a office here in Dubai. TIA As Hamar said there are sites online where you can get info. Be cautious of the agents ,they charge large sums of money and do not guarantee success. There was until recently a temporary foreign workers permit in Canada but I believe that is now drying up.Personally I would encourage your brother to check his qualifications against those needed in Canada as nurses are always needed.If his qualification falls short he should upgrade and then apply. As far as admin and HR there are many Canadians with degrees in this field looking for work.The service industry at one stage were getting temp permits for foreign workers but not sure if that is still the case. Not too much help sorry but do loads of research before spending money. All the best.
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Latest post on 17 April 2013 - 18:25
There you go, as I have said before even if it helps just one person. Yesterday had another call from a fellow from India trying to 'help' me with my computer, as they had information that it was at risk. I had a bit of time so led him down the garden path for 15 min. He was instructing me step by step and I pretended to follow his direction but obviously he wasn't getting the required responses on his side.In the end I put him out of his misery and said I know what you are trying to do and get access to my personal files. ' Noooooo madam I am only trying to help you I am calling from Texas ' yeh right .......
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 20:31
We top you by a few years JoyceB ..... and have to agree we are still happy and love each other dearly. From the beginning we have been honest with each other and when he does something silly like bringing home a rolls Royce dustbin ( do you all remember the expensive dust bin thread ) I make sure he knows that we really don't need to spend $ 200 on a bin( it was returned) If you don't let your OH know about an annoying habit or that they have upset you they will carry on doing it and soon a mole hill becomes a mountain. I have been reading this thread to DH and boy have we had a good laugh, to me it has been harmless banter about how truly different men and woman are. Good luck MrsAbdalla with the new arrival.I know when I was pregnant I would have probably just dissolved in tears if DH had left the glass shards in the corner..... <em>edited by Nomad on 16/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 16 April 2013 - 20:13
Wish there were 'like' or 'agree' buttons. Our shelter dog wasn't abused, but abandoned as a puppy (he was about 10-12 weeks when we got him). I had wanted a 'pretty' dog until I looked into where they came from ie puppy farms and how much they cost. I hadn't really looked at it in detail and was still just thinking about it when i posted a very similar thread to yours...on the main board as I didn't even notice there was a pets board. Oh the mauling I got lol!! Our boy is 9 months (about) now, a complete character and we wouldn't change him for anything. It cost 500 AED as a donotation to the animal shelter by the way Oh Suze I remember it well .....so glad you were able to find a dog and a rescue to boot:).As you say it is not until you do a bit of research then you see just how bad the puppy mills are:(
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 03:33
Mustard, did you post your opinion on the Doha thread as well? If it is illegal, it is illegal. But the maid in question may be very happy with the arrangement, assuming all ladies would pay her a decent salary for each day. We had an agreement like this in our previous location, where there was no sponsorship etc. 3 families would each hire the same maid for 2 days. Worked out perfectly for all, including the maid, who made a lot more money then had she been hired via an agency or full time with one family. We had the same arrangement many years back ( it wasn't against the law ) and it worked very well for all involved, particularly the maid who made much more than if she only worked for one family. <em>edited by Nomad on 15/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 15 April 2013 - 03:00
Hello Ladies, I am looking to buy a puppy(a smaller breed preferably an Havanese or a Yorkshire Terrier). After asking around and conducting research, I've concluded that most pet stores are selling dogs from Eastern European breeders which are mainly industrial breeders who in-breed, resulting in health issues. Does anyone know of a reliable pet store, importing from well known countries such as Holland/Australia/US/England etc?(not at ridiculous prices like AED10,000+) Also making available the pups parents/grandparents' history? Pure breeds etc.. Any feedback on how and where to get these pups will be highly appreciated! p.s. Not to sound arrogant, but we aren't looking at K9 friends and the likes as one never fully knows how these dogs have been treated previously and more so, what health issues a doggy might have. edited by montykool on 02/04/2013 I bought my chihuahua online from EuroPuppy (google them) And it's the best decision I've ever done. She's such sweet and great dog my little girl! But I can't agree with you that it's ridiculous to pay 10 000+ for a dog. Yes it's ridiculous to pay 10 000 for a dog in the pet store here in Dubai, because the dogs comes from puppy mills and horrible conditions. I just wish people would stop buying dogs from the pet store, because you feeding this horrible puppy mill business. I payed around 8000 aed for my chihuahua from europuppy but for my other chihuahua I bought in my home country I payed 11-12 000 for her, and they where both worth every single penny. I can't say it's much money because you're buying a new family member who will give you joy every day and live (hopefully) many years with you. (A chihuahua for exampel can live for 15-20 years so I don't see it as much money) But check out EuroPuppy (they are located in Hungary) but they have been shipping dogs to Dubai for many years and have many happy references. I have a friend who bought a Yorkie from them and she's adorable and they are very happy with her. As has been pointed out before ( there have been MANY discussions on this very subject on the board) ANY organization who is prepared to send a puppy thousands of miles across the globe to an unknown fate ie EUROPUPPY is doing it purely for monetary reasons.The fact that the puppies are bred in countries where the cruelty laws are lax to say the least should be a dead give away. As has been mentioned over and over again if you are determined to get a specific breed of dog do it correctly and source it from an ETHICAL breeder, that way youknow the true bloodline.I know an ethical breeder who only breeds her bit***s every second to third year, and then they are retired. The puppies are sold with a spaying contract and she physically checks up that the spaying has been done when the dog is old enough. All prospective owners are interviewed and in some cases she inspects the new home to make sure. I volunteered with her on a Puppy Farm rescue, I still have nightmares with what I saw :'( As I said in an earlier post take a look at 'Pedigree Dogs Exposed' on YouTube you will have an understanding of the reasons some breeders will do anything to keep the status quo as to change their practices will mean Thousands of $$$. Ethical breeders are NOT in it for the money they do it for the love of the breed and to carry on a healthy bloodline. To end PLEASE look into this and be well informed before deciding on where to get your puppy,as CornishPixie said it is expensive and if the cost is an issue then perhaps it is better to wait until you are possibly back home and you don't have to import the pup.There is also the expense of taking the dog back home with you once you return to your home country. HTH..... <em>edited by Nomad on 15/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 09 April 2013 - 00:34
Hello Ladies, I am looking to buy a puppy(a smaller breed preferably an Havanese or a Yorkshire Terrier). After asking around and conducting research, I've concluded that most pet stores are selling dogs from Eastern European breeders which are mainly industrial breeders who in-breed, resulting in health issues. Does anyone know of a reliable pet store, importing from well known countries such as Holland/Australia/US/England etc?(not at ridiculous prices like AED10,000+) Also making available the pups parents/grandparents' history? Pure breeds etc.. Any feedback on how and where to get these pups will be highly appreciated! p.s. Not to sound arrogant, but we aren't looking at K9 friends and the likes as one never fully knows how these dogs have been treated previously and more so, what health issues a doggy might have. edited by montykool on 02/04/2013 I'm sure you already know this but pure breeds will have more health issues than a cross breed. We ended up with a French Bull dog and they have very sensitive skin. I spend more money on the dog's health care than I do on my 5 year old! edited by Babyrat on 09/04/2013 If you have the time have a look on YouTube at 'Pedigree dogs exposed', quite an eye opener .....:( <em>edited by Nomad on 09/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 07 April 2013 - 19:53
I am wondering here...as I am not a gran yet but fingers crossed, one day I will be :)......anyway, I think your friend should inform the grandparents when the child is born to let them know about their grandchild. They might/could embrace the child/or not of course but..if it was me, I would want to know so I at least can make the decision for myself whether I would accept the child or not (I personally would without question :). I also feel she should give her child her name and not his as they are not married. He can be named in the birth cert but if she is raising the child alone then the child should carry her name. No reason to carry the fathers as he does not want any part of the child's life :( As a grandma Sue I can tell you if any of my sons pulled stunt like this there would be h**l to pay if I wasn't told,she should absolutely let them know. So agree that she should give the child her name,the father hasn't earned that right.
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Latest post on 07 April 2013 - 19:46
TDB your friend can be grateful she has a friend like you. From your post it is very clear how much you care for her and her welfare....that speaks volumes.You have broken that negative energy around her. I learnt such a lesson the other day....DH and I were shopping at a supermarket we don't usually go to.When I went to the check out I didn't notice the 15 items only sign as it was tucked away and so small. Out the corner of my eye I noticed a man behind me with 4 things in his basket. I turned round smiled at him and said would you like to go in front of me. He scowled at me and chipped saying' it is the 15 item line up anyway '. I smiled my biggest smile ever and said ' I am soooooo very sorry I didn't see the sign but it would have been so much more polite for you to point this mistake out to me, instead of boiling behind me'. I walked away saying 'Now you have a really lovely day'....... I can't tell you how upset I was about a silly thing in a supermarket check out. I always look behind me to see if the person has just a few items,yes it costs me a few minutes , but something small I can do for a stranger.Despite what this grunge did I won't stop. @ dogcatcher when my mom passed I had very much the same experience as you are going through,it hurt so much but I left everything behind firmly believing that mom was in my heart and what I left for others to fight over were just 'things'.You are so fortunate that your real family are sticking fast, get your strength from them. @safika my DH was a pilot for 37 + years ,we have travelled extensively,I have NEVER seen staff refuse to help a pregnant passenger OR at the very least ask a fellow passenger to give assistance.Yes the cabin staff are not loaders but part of their job is to ASSIST passengers. The little d***l on my shoulder would have told me OK if no one will help I will just leave my carry on in the isle.After tripping over it a few times the cabin crew would definitely have found a solution and got it stowed in the overhead locker.;) To TDB here's wishing your friend a great big silver lining on that dark cloud and as another poster said the rainbow that follows the storm. xxx
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Latest post on 05 April 2013 - 03:16
I wouldn't have dared say that I was bored to my mum or she would have found something for me to do, like dusting or helping her with some other chores!! if my own kids uttered the words, they were told the same thing "Find something to do or I will" LOL! I do think that many parents feel that they have to fill their child's every waking hour with activities instead of encouraging quiet times or learning how to occupy themselves. :) So true JoyceB, both my mum and gran's reply.....I now use it on my GD. The other day at Sparks a poor mum dropped her LO off and was in such a state,she had been running herself ragged all day fetching and carrying kids.Each child had a different activity every day.I couldn't help but wonder if anyone was enjoying themselves,in the quest to make everyone happy all the time.
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 22:28
Dubai Municipal Vet is in Kawaneej (sp) off Academic City Rd. Sorry left a few years back but you should be able to google it for exact address.
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 22:22
..... Opening a bottle and waiting for the animal squad ? Will oblige ;) montykool there are no licensed breeders in the UAE all the so called pedigree dogs brought in to these pet stores are from Eastern Europe. As you say this is dodgy to say the least. Your best bet would be to source an ethical breeder from any of the countries youhave mentioned.It will be quite a search as the breeder will have a number of prerequisites ie dogs age before they will transport it internationally,exactly who the is buying the pup ( loads of questions about you an your family) and a guaranteefrom you that the dog will not be bred (spaying contract ). I personally would never trust any of these so called pet stores to import a dog forme as they would tell you anything you want to hear have even heard of someone being told 'this dog is not from Eastern Europe' ma'am. This is a very fiery topic hence the previous post :) there have been so many horror stories about people who have bought dogs and the poor mites have died a few days/weeks later in a terrible state. To these stores they are merely dollar signs a commodity to make money with nomatter what. Do a bit of a search on the topic here all will be revealed.....:) Good luck in your search. <em>edited by Nomad on 02/04/2013</em>
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 18:32
OP on EW under families click on pets etc and there is a detailed to do list for lost pets.Very helpful.Also get hold of the local cat rescue groups Feline friends,Bin Kitty collective,Friends of Animals....and leave picture and descriptions on their FB pages. Put a lost ad on Dubizzle, keep his picture out there with REWARD posted In big letters. Hope he finds his way home soon.
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Latest post on 02 April 2013 - 18:24
I would try and take a photo of the conditions get to the DM vet report them and show the evidence. From experience it won't do much good in the long term as the Pet shop will make a 'show' of taking action and revert to old practices once the spotlight is gone. This is one of the areas where the so called animal cruelty laws are sadly just lip service.:( Good luck .
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 19:06
Hi Gorobattie, borrow a trap from the vet,they have a quick lock mechanism ask them to show you how it works. Put a can of open tuna at the back of the cage,when he goes in to investigate he will release the door,it will shut behind him. Cover the cage with a towel and get him to the vet for a check up. Plan your trip out before you actually catch him so that he doesn't have to be caged too long. Tell the vet exactly what has been happening so that he has a heads up and can hopefully find out what is bothering the poor fella. Good luck,take care.
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Latest post on 01 April 2013 - 18:59
M in Dubai, also sending you support across the miles. Please please take the advice of those suggesting you get 24 hour help. My Dad refused to get any help with my Mom ,in the end it did more harm than good.Her quality of life was so badly effected as he could just not cope.the male nurse suggested sounds like just the ticket,as time goes on you will need someone with a bit of beef to take care of him. So very sorry you are both having to live with this thief of a disease. Take care. N xxx
 
 
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