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silentkiler @silentkiler (307) • India 16 Sep 08

By laptop users I mean you exclusively use a laptop for all your computer needs . Anyways my question is do you always keep your laptop on power I mean are they always being charged or do you charge it and then run it on batteries...

laptop charging

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chainprayer I always keep it plugged in so I am always ready for class. Mine is a dual processor, so if my charge is low I will disable my secondary processor to give it an extra half hour. Yay mac!

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ruby222 @ruby222 (4847) 16 Sep 08

I have noticed there is a certain air of lethargy surrounding my little dog today,when I look at him he looks as though he needs some anti depressants.He has had to be coaxed from his chair to venture into the garden to have a...

depression

down and out

every dog has his day

unmoveable

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chainprayer have you noticed any weight gain or loss of hair? These are signs of canine hypothyroidism. If so I would recommend having a thyroid pannel run at your get clinic. They may put him on soloxine (levothyroxine beef chews)

17 Sep 08

sweetdesign @sweetdesign (5142) • United States 17 Sep 08

As many of you know I have an 8 month old (gigantic) Akita pup named Shilo. She has a lot of wierd quirks but we love her anyway. Her latest thing is an addiction to lifesavers wint o green mints (honestly she does take after me...

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chainprayer I would be very careful with those. Artificial sweeteners cause hypoglycemic-like reactions in dogs. It throws off their glucose absorption and can lead to seizures very quickly.

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luntian_grace @luntian_grace (1373) • Philippines 13 Sep 08

i have three dogs, and i love them all. but my friend told me not to feed them a chocolate cake or they will die. well she said that they well die if they eat sweets... is it true that dog will die if they eat sweets?

dogs

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chainprayer Here are my sources (besides my boss at the animal hospital)... Chocolate Chart: http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2007/10/pets/chocolate-chart-interactive Artificial Sweeteners Are Dangerous To...

14 Sep 08

beth2419 @beth2419 (12) • United States 15 Dec 06

I just got a call yesterday from my work telling me their revenues are way down and they don't need me right now. I have also been on maternity leave for the past two months and was planning to go back in January. They tell me...

laid off

unemployment

work

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chainprayer it always comes down to money in life. I bet you were being paid way more than the new employees, making you the best "choice" for lay offs. I'm sorry that they did that! The best choice isn't always the right choice...

13 Sep 08

luntian_grace @luntian_grace (1373) • Philippines 13 Sep 08

i have three dogs, and i love them all. but my friend told me not to feed them a chocolate cake or they will die. well she said that they well die if they eat sweets... is it true that dog will die if they eat sweets?

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chainprayer For chocolate google "dog chocolate calculator". I believe it is hosted by National Geographic. It shows the levels, determined by weight and chocolate type, that will cause nausea, vomiting, and possibly death. As for sweets, many candies contain...

13 Sep 08

ronaldinu @ronaldinu (12422) • Malta 12 Sep 08

Do you agree that stray dogs should be picked up from the streets and disposed of humanely? There are certain dog shelters which do not agree with killing of stray dogs. The local RSPCA does dispose of dogs in a humane manner when...

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chainprayer it ultimately comes down to two options... 1. Euthanize the ones that won't get adopted to make room for incoming strays 2. Keep all animals until they die naturally, but refuse to accept additional incoming strays and leave them on the street. I still...

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dong1970 @dong1970 (1572) • Philippines 4 Sep 08

i have my pet dog last year,We love our dog,it brings joy to my family.I felt bad when one morning we saw our dog dead.It was poisoned by somebody in my neighborhood.I miss my dog

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chainprayer How do you know it was poisoned? There are many things that can cause spontaneous death in pets.

12 Sep 08

Hazel Funcion @Zelmarq (12606) • Cebu City, Philippines 11 Sep 08

Crackers is a cute poodle dog, its owned by our church mate and while their house is still for renovation they asked us to take care of the cute adorable crackers. She is the baby in the house, one day she got out and went walking...

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chainprayer Does she have a microchip? If so, have you reported her lost to the microchip company? I know Home Again offers free services for lost pet owners.

12 Sep 08

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ph419always @ph419always (19) • Australia 12 Sep 08

Just wondering how many people out there allow their dogs to come inside the house. When I was a child my mother used to let our dog come in and out as she pleased, and even slept on our beds, but now that I am an adult I think I...

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chainprayer Working as a tech at an animal hospital in Phoenix, I see dogs die all the time of heat stroke. Doesn't take long...

12 Sep 08

sidyboy @sidyboy (284) • United States 7 Sep 08

I'm sure you've seen the "Peticure" advertised on tv. The ad claims that it's the ONLY way to properly trim your pets nails so you don't hurt them. Since I do my own grooming on my dogs, I know all the tools used in grooming (I...

grooming

peticure

trimmer

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chainprayer If we had that at my clinic, it would be impossible to use on the "difficult" nail trims. It's hard enough just being able to hold the paw still!

11 Sep 08

Jacki87 @Jacki87 (44) 9 Sep 08

My sisters' dog is a pitbull. She's 11 years old this month. She has NEVER EVER urinated anywhere in my sisters old house but when my sis moved in with me the dog started peeing on my couch. She will lay down and just pee. And she...

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chainprayer This is usually caused by a UTI, incontinence, or a late onset of diabetes. A urinalysis will show what is going on. If blood and bacteria are present, it is a UTI that can be cleared up by oral antibiotics. If it is caused by diabetes, there will be a large...

11 Sep 08

WANGLIKOU @WANGLIKOU (114) • China 8 Sep 08

I am a new member of mylot.I have some questions about how does it work.I know that everyone can earn money by starting discussions and making comments,but I do not have a definite idea about how much does it pay for a comment or...

my question

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chainprayer I'm still fairly new as well, but I do know that quality is better than quantity! Enjoy! If you ever need anything let me know!

9 Sep 08

Kevin @excellence7 (3655) • Mauritius 9 Sep 08

Hi friends Just willing to know what may be your pet's name and what's he reason behind choosing this name? Thanks for responding

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chainprayer Mr. Chubbers the Shih Tzu. My in-laws have his parents now. It was his original puppy name. He didn't sell and was given to us. By the time we got him he knew his name so well we didn't want to change it. Plus he is a lil chubby :)

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kobian77 @kobian77 (4) • United States 22 Jan 07

Hi all i need some help here. i have a white labrador Pooch, who weighs a lot for his age. he is 4 years old and weighs around 30 kgs. i have tried everything from walks to running with him. please help on this matter.

pet health

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chainprayer One main reason for obesity in dogs is hypothyroidism. I would recommend having a thyroid pannel run at your vet's office. Other signs of hypothyroidism include lethargy, hair loss, or a dulling coat.

8 Sep 08

kenchiprincess @kenchiprincess (5296) • Philippines 5 Sep 08

i am just wondering, do you guys turn off your mobile phones when you go to sleep at night? i know a lot of people who does to avoid disturbance while at sleep. i don't for there might be emergency calls or messages and i need to...

disturbance

emergency calls

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chainprayer Do you unplug your house phone at night? Lol my cell is my only phone. I keep it on in case of a family emergency, or if work is calling to say I'm an hour late. Plus its my alarm in the morning.

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nasohail3 @nasohail3 (355) • India 6 Sep 08

hi guys how areyou after campletion of ur graduation do you suffer to get a good job till now you are searching

have you suffer

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chainprayer I got really lucky... I'm 23 and I got my current and only job right when I turned 15. I love it! I feel so lucky!

6 Sep 08

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