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lovehappens
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 Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 8:48 am Post subject: thanks Heleni- good post |
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This is by far the best information I have received. Thanks for posting. Did you bring your dog with you to Oman? I could really use the work in Oman and I think I would like it there, it's just been the dog issue holding me back. So this gives me an idea of what I could expect.
My dog gets lots of exercise right now even though he is small he runs alongside my bike off leash, then he gets in the basket when tired. I often think some people here may think I'm crazy when they see him riding in the basket.
Is there anytime anyplace that you can take your dog off leash to let it run off steam. My dog is 6 y.o. but he loves his running. I suppose if I could get a bicycle to ride I could keep him tied and he could run alongside if there were some not too busy dirt roads.
I understand how it might be as I was in Iraq for 6 months working in 2005. Dogs were street dogs except those owned by a very few Christian Iraqis. I actually brought a cat back to the US from Iraq- it wasn't that hard. |
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denise
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Location: finally home-ish
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| Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 8:49 am Post subject: |
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It saddens me deeply when I hear of teachers who go against all good advice and decide to raise a pup or kitten that comes their way, especially in these far-flung desert towns in the Gulf. There used to be an advert years ago stating wisely that a pet was not just for Christmas, it was for life. Too many in our profession simply don't do their research when taking on such pets, considering things like: proximity of veterinarians, decent animal food, proper exercise, neighbour reaction to wailing and yelping and what to do during vacations or at the end of a contract. Sure, you've got to have a heart of stone not to be seduced by some of the folorn little critters you see, but don't let your heart rule your head. The long term welfare of the pet has got to come before short term gratification.
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I agree for the most part, but as I read your post I was thinking of a friend of mine. She will take in stray cats and nurse them back to health--feed them, wash them, take them to the vet and get whatever infections they may have cleared up, etc. But she's realistic: she knows that they could easily just slip away and run back into their wadis or just disappear, which has happened. At least when they go, they go away healthier than when she found them. I agree, though, that it's not a good decision to bring one into your home without having a plan for holidays, contract terminations, etc. 
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Geronimo
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lovehappens
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| Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 8:27 pm Post subject: Great News! |
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This is the greatest link> Thank you so much for connecting me. I was about to give up hope and was beginning to look towards Thailand and other places.
I'm so excited to hear about this.
It would be wonderful to start a dog sitting trade amongst teachers where we could all help each other out. not sure if this image will work... my dog just click it's worth a smile.
[IMG]http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t52/badooba/th_Elliotcopy.jpg[/IMG] |
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denise
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Adorable! Yes, it is worth a smile. 
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jdl
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| Posted: Wed Jun 24, 2009 1:02 pm Post subject: |
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| And the tail wags the dog ........ cute dog! |
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Geronimo
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| Posted: Wed Jun 24, 2009 8:53 pm Post subject: |
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Yes, a charming photo indeed!
I can understand your reluctance to be parted. 
A former colleague used to walk her dog along Sohar's beach daily. Her dog attracted a strong following of strays , as I recall, as their strolls progressed.  |
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lovehappens
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 12:05 am Post subject: more on dogs |
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haha her dog probably smelled "well fed" and when you consider the strength of a dog's nose sensors they could probably tell everything he had eaten in the last 24 hours and could only dream of such a life.
I'm beginning to feel lightened up now thanks to you guys and am going to send the requested infor
By the way off topic but just wondering if any of you have taught in Thailand and the comparison. I hear such good reports coming from there. |
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Sleepwalker
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:44 am Post subject: |
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Many people have pet cats and dogs in Oman.
When I was there I adopted an injured cat who is still with me. I never had any problems - I told my neighbours as I arrived in accommodation so he wouldn't be abused. I lived beside an Omani family who had 6 cats so pet owners aren't always expats.
I had a great housemaid who cleaned for me once a week and she would feed him etc when I was on leave.
One word of caution - when I worked outside Muscat, I was always worried about what I would do if he was sick. Luckily, I was always in Muscat when problems occurred.
My advice would be to find work in Muscat - there are good vets - Elka in Qurum has an adoption service for people who have to leave and cannot take their pets. There are also Omanis and expats with pets so you're not alone. |
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lovehappens
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| Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 6:54 pm Post subject: Yay! |
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thanks sleepwalker - the more I hear the more I get excited about the prospects. Amazing isn't it how much we can love these pets!
Fiinally I have options in my life and on my piece of paper I have written 4 countries I've been investigating
Oman, Thailand, Costa Rica and Italy (but not teaching in Italy), So far Oman is ahead in this race and now that I know I can bring Elliot woof---and if there are openings right in or around Muscat.
Of course much is dependent upon which school has openings who may want my skills, and whether they are offers to teach photojournalism, photography or English, the pay, the perks that may be offered and of course most important the great people to associate (like you all) and nice kids to teach.
Thanks everyone for your encouragement and efforts to give me information about bringing my dog, Elliot. |
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