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[W784]Why People Keep Pets

by James Delrojo, Jam

Firstly Distinguish Between Real Problem and Perceived Problems.

One reason that some people keep having problems is that they choose to see everything in their life as if it were a problem. If you gave those people a million dollars then they would be unhappy because they would see that money as a source of problems. They would worry about losing it. They would worry about what to do with it. They would worry about other people wanting it. They would worry about whether or not they deserved it.

The first thing you need to do to minimize the problems in your life is to develop the skill of determining what really is a problem and what you are simply turning into a problems. Whenever you have a problem ask yourself how much of this problem is real and how much of this problem coming from the way I am thinking about the situation?

Think about someone you know who never seems to have problems and ask yourself if that person were faced with this situation would they see it as a problem or not?

If you keep creating problems out of everything then the real problem for you to solve is why you keep doing that. There must be some underlying reason why you won't allow yourself to be happy. Solve that problem and all the imagined problems will go away.

If You Keep Having Real Problems Then You Have Something That You Need To Learn.

If you keep having genuine problems then they are a sign that there is something that you need to learn. Look at the problem and ask yourself what lesson you can learn by solving the problem.

There are two important parts to learning. The first part is to identify what the learning is and the second part is to put that new learning into practice in your life. Simply recognizing the lesson is not enough to stop those problems from occurring. Unless you adopt the newly acquired knowledge as part of your life then your subconscious will keep creating similar problems for you.

The Faster You Learn the Lesson the Sooner You Can Change the Problem Pattern.

If you have to learn the lesson and apply it in your life then it makes sense to do that as soon as possible.

Some people however, insist on being given the same lesson over and over again. They keep making the same mistakes. They keep wasting their money or they keep choosing the same type of romantic relationships that never works out or they keep mixing with the same people who are taking them nowhere.

If you insist on being a slow learner then your subconscious will insist on providing you with similar learning opportunities over and over again. Once you accept the learning and apply it in your life then you will be able to move on. The choice is yours to make.
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The Christmas season is a time of reflection, family, peace, and celebration. Planning for the holidays often means preperation of the household for friends, family, and other guests. Unfortunately, most preperations do not include safety. In particular - pets. Pets are curious animals and that mischievous wonder can get them, and you, into serious trouble.

Some of the concerns listed in this article may seem far fetched to readers, but not to the veterinarians who treat these animals season after season.

Tinsel, String and Decorative Wrapping

Holiday decorations of tinsel, ribbons, yarn and string are the norm in most households. They are traditions pleasing to the eye. And not just human. Cats love string and tinsel. It may be cute and seem innocent but it is deadly. When ingested, these items can become lodged in the intestinal tract. Often times safe removal requires life threatening and costly surgery.

Holiday roasts and turkeys are tied with twine to hold everything in place. If not properly disposed of these tasty morsels attract cats and dogs alike. Before you know it you may be taking a trip to the emergency clinic.

Christmas Trees

Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a fresh tree! To help your pet avoid injuries, ensure your tree is firmly mounted. The base should fit firmly in the tree stand and the top should be anchored to the ceiling. Cats love to climb trees. Dogs love to scratch themselves on the trunk and the needles. Many trees have toppled over during these activities causing not just a ruined setting but broekn bones, punctured or lacerated skin, and sprains. If using a real tree, ensure it has plent of fresh water. Avoid using chemicals because animals may drink the water and become poisoned. Most sprays to simulate snow are very dangerous to pets. Also, glass ornaments can be dangerous if knocked from the tree and broken. Fine glass can be ingested or become imbedded into the pads or the skin between the toes. Try to avoid these types of ornaments if possible or at least move them away from the ends of branches or lower reaches.

Table Scraps

Table scraps and other foods high in fat content may cause pancreatitus (inflammation of the pancreas), a potentially life threatening situation in companion animals. Avoid raw metas and bones. Many diseases shared by people and pets are passed through this bad habit. Sharp bone fragments are a common source of punctured intestinal tracts and blockages.

Chocolates

A favorite among holidy revelers is chocolates. Chocolates contain stimulants including caffeine and theobromine. Bakers chocolate (unsweetened) is especially dangerous. One once of this can kill a small dog. Symptoms of chocolate toxicity include diarrhea, hyperactivity, vomiting, and heart palpatations. Therefore, do not leave chocolates unsupervised or within reach of pets. Chocolates in large quantities can also contain high levels of fat (see table scraps section).

Ornamental Plants

Many holiday plants such as holly, poinsettas, and mistletoe may be toxic to pets if ingested. Holly is most commonly associated with digestive upset and nervous system depression. The ingestion Poinsetta leaves results in mild to moderate digestive upsets. American Mistletoe produces quite severe digestive tract irritation, as well as low temperature, low heart rate, and sometimes seizures. All symptoms may lead to coma and even death.

Training Aid Use

Many companion pet owners find it impossible to seperate their pets from the family and festivities. Afterall, the pets are part of the family. Precaution is the name of the game in safety. Try to anchor your trees and arrainge your house the same as you would if a toddler were around. The use of training aids and spray products are acceptable to use to provide a safe, natural menas of marking areas to keep pets away from. Many products are available on the market for this purpose. Most work. Take caution to pick a product that is natural and safe. You don't want to introduce any nasty chemicals into your house or create one health problem while trying to avoid another. Use common sense and preperation to have a wonderful holiday season.

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