My pet is a dog named Yogi, and in this essay, I will talk about him. Yogi is an adorable brown dog that has a few black spots spread across his body and tail. He is a kelpie crossed with a border collie, and he has fluffy velvety ears. Even though Yogi has a very strong body frame, he has a very gentle face and is always a friendly dog to those whom he knows. If a stranger approaches our...
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My son started asking me for a dog when he was 5 years old. I had the perfect excuse to deny his wish: ‘We live in an apartment. Maybe when we get a house.’ Soon his pleas were reinforced by the ones of his little sister, who also asked for a pet. I didn’t see how we could have one. It’s not that they showed any incredible affection towards animals they were even afraid of them! I couldn’t risk a...
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Dogs have been living alongside humans for more than 15,000 years, and with good reason. The companionship of a trusted dog is one that few other animals can provide. From their unconditional love to their unwavering loyalty, dogs are the perfect companion for anyone looking for a friend that will always be there for them. Owning a dog can be one of life’s greatest joys, but it also comes with responsibilities that can’t be ignored. Before deciding to adopt a...
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It was the month of April 2013 and my birthday was coming up later in the month. My family and I only had one dog in our household at the time and I was continuously raving about how we should get another one. My fondness for dogs was endless, so after weeks of contemplating, I knew exactly what I wanted for my birthday. I pranced toward my Mom delightfully singing, “I want a dog for my birthday, Mom!” Ever since...
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As we know, people often wonder what makes a better decision to rescue and adopt a dog from a shelter or purchase a puppy from a pet store? While both animals can give unconditional love, adopters have to consider that a puppy from a pet store come from puppy mills and that are usually using inhumane breeding operations to only make a profit out it versus rescuing a dog or a puppy that is waiting for love at a shelter...
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Are dogs really a man’s best friend and important? In many ways, dogs are important. This is because many dogs positively influence people with diseases or with a disorder. Relationships between dogs and humans are important because dogs can help people with Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and autism spectrum disorder. To begin with, many studies have proven that dogs impact people with Alzheimer’s by decreasing their amount of agitation and stress. Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that ruins or slows...
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It is a well-known saying that dogs are a man’s best friend. A new study in Europe has even found that dogs have been around for 32,000 years. The first dog known to be domesticated was known as Canis familiaris and descended from Eurasian gray wolves. They were originally bred by humans to assist people in hunting, but over time became a member of their family. Dogs depended on other members in their pack thousands of years ago for survival,...
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While watching my father dig a hole slowly at the bottom of our garden, I was unaware at the time this was in fact where one of my childhood best friends was going: the dog I grew up with. I was unaware of how ill he was, unaware of how far cancer had spread all over him. As a young child, all I seen was the same dog I seen years before. A dog that loved playing around and loved...
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Have you ever been bordered by your neighbor’s dogs at night when you try to sleep and they keep barking? Of course, most people have been in this situation because nowadays, there are a lot of dogs and most of the owner cannot deal with the dog’s problems. In this essay, I want to investigate the most important problems that people are facing with their neighbors’ dogs such as dog’s poop and bite. First, dog’s poop on the floor is...
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We are a nation of dog lovers. When you think of perfect pooches, what breeds come to mind? Pretty Poodles, cuddly Collies, lavish Labradors and cheeky Chihuahuas? But what if you are after a Japanese Tosa, a Dogo Argentino, a Fila Brasiliero or a Pit Bull Terrier? Unfortunately, these are the four breeds which have been categorized as ‘fighting dogs’ and have therefore been banned from being bred or bought in Britain. Despite this, the number of dog attacks has...
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The book, ‘Understanding and Handling Dog Aggression’, is an introduction into canine aggression and its causes. Its author, Barbara Sykes, is a highly experienced dog trainer and registered behaviorist and also one of the UK’s top shepherdesses, winning many trials. She has a specialization in Border Collies and has also written books regarding the training and handling of that particular breed. The book has several different elements to its structure. On the one hand it gives details of what aggressive...
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It was about 2015, and everything was normal. I was living in Clarkston, Michigan with my parents, siblings, and my dog, Denali. My dog was my best friend besides the ones at school, she would comfort me when I was sad, and she always made me happy. I came home from school, it was a good day, and I was excited to see my family. I came through the front door, but Denali wasn’t there to greet me. I went...
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Animals use sound to communicate for reasons of survival, friendship, and breeding. Following the start of life on Earth 3.5 billion years ago, sound communication has since been a key aspect of animal lives, allowing for the enunciation of varying ideas to others. The conflicting purposes of auditory communication can be through several animals such as birds, chimpanzees, and dogs. The significant threshold moments will also be exemplified as the distinct effect of early life, early humanity and domestication will...
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Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human motivation, characteristics, or behavior to inanimate objects, animals, or natural phenomena. In other words, anthropomorphism is when we humans give human characteristics or behaviors to animals. According to the RSPCA, there are an “estimated 8.5 million dogs in the UK”. We are a nation of dog lovers and according to a survey “90% of pet-owning Britons think of their pet as a member of the family”. However, you can’t guarantee that all dog owners...
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It’s the age-old battle, cats versus dogs, everyone’s heard it, most of us have argued about it, but no one seems to change their mind. Both sides have valid arguments and criticism but no one can decide what outweighs what. Maybe the reason is that everything is subjective, it is fruitless to argue what’s better because people value different things. A better thing to do is ask yourself what you want, what are you looking for, what do you value?...
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When I was eleven, I bought two black dogs. Some days, they go missing. But once one of them finds their way back, I wait in anticipation for the next to follow. Some days, both leave to find other people to aggravate. When the dogs aren’t with me, I feel light as a feather. I’m so used to having the dogs around that I feel guilty when they leave. I worry about where they are and who they are upsetting....
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Many families today have a pet to complete their family. There are many animals to choose from, but the most popular ones tend to be cats or dogs. These are the most common domesticated animals, so they are the natural choice. Both animals have a lot of favorable qualities about them that make them stand out, and the animal of choice will depend on the family and their needs. Though quite different, both serve the same purpose when it comes...
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Imagine you are all worn out from a long day at work. The first thing you see as you walk into your house is an animal with an uncontrollably wagging tail coming at you and melting away all your stress. Whether or not you have a pet in your house, you can tell with absolute confidence that it is a dog that I am talking about. In fact, this distinctly friendly characteristic is so closely associated with dogs that it...
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Dogs that are created by crossing two distinct pedigree dogs are called Mixed Breeds or Designer Dogs. It is a general belief that pedigree dogs are purebred dogs and are better than mixed breeds. Many feel that non-pedigree dogs are just not capable enough to be added to the list of other dogs. But this so-called list has been made by us humans themselves. These so-called purebred dogs were not naturally created. They were themselves designer dogs sometime in the...
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Despite the many arguments that a vast number of people will make that dogs cannot be man’s best friend it has become clear, for numerous reasons, that these arguments are wrong. Dogs are indeed man’s best friend. Firstly, there is overwhelming evidence to suggest that the companionship of a dog can benefit many people suffering from terrible loneliness such as elderly people. Staggeringly almost 2 million people in the UK felt unappreciated, unwanted and ignored according to Age UK, one...
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‘Assistance dog’ is a term defining a diverse range of dogs that have undergone training which allows them to help and support their owner who has a disability (Assistance Dogs International Inc., 2006). These animals perform a variety of tasks for their owners, depending on their role and their owner’s disability (Equality and Human Rights Commission, 2017). Among the general public there is a lack of understanding around assistance dog terminology. Those in the industry use widely accepted terms, however,...
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What do you expect to find in a classroom? Students, books, pens, pencils and dogs? For pupils in primary and high schools in Scotland it is not common to be greeted by a furry friend in the work area. In my opinion, the idea of having trained dogs in the classroom to help with learning is a great one and it’s time to take action and expand on the 0.24% of UK schools that cater to having these dogs. I...
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These days many families have pets in their households. Our pets are an extension of our family tree. Deciding on the perfect furry friend to bring home can often be a difficult decision. The pets commonly found in our homes today are cats and dogs. For years, there have been debates about which species is superior. While both animals make great companions, they have different needs, personalities, and habits. These traits can be key factors for families who are determining...
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Imagine banning one type of person based on the fault of others. This is what we did to Pitbull Terriers in 1991. This ban has cost many innocent and harmless dogs their lives. Pitbulls get labelled as an aggressive dog breed, but with good ownership and proper care can be one of the most gentle and affectionate companions. Pitbulls aren’t born to fight but get trained to do so for human entertainment, these dogs are also made to look threatening...
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Did you know that there is around 86.4 million cats and 78.2 million dogs in the USA? Dogs are the most popular pet around the world, owned by 33 percent respondents, with cats next at 23 percent. There are many differences between cats and dogs but also many similarities. Cats and dogs have different ways they hunt, when they die, show affection, are trained, and their body shapes. They also share many similarities, such as how they are infected by...
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Human beings and domesticated dogs have a special bond and relationship that has existed over the years. Their unique chemistry can be traced back thousands of years back to approximately 15,000 years ago. The human-dog relationship has evolved over the years, and their co-existence bond and way of living are surprising. In countries such as the United States of America, almost 48% of the total households have a dog pet (Brulliard and Clement, 1). The human-dog relationship is purely symbiotic...
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It’s been scientifically proven that feeling securely attached to a living being can reduce a lot of stress and therefore positively affect your breathing rate, blood pressure and oxygen consumption. (Fricchione, 2016). When the owner looks into the eyes of his dog, a hormone called oxytocin, which is released by the pituitary gland that causes increased contraction of the uterus during labor and stimulates the ejection of milk into the ducts of the breasts, and therefore is responsible for the...
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History has proven that humans not only prefer the company of fellow humans. A great number of people also acknowledges our pets as a rather worthy companion. One of these pets is the so-called man’s best friends, dogs. Dogs have been recognized for their intelligence as well as their adaptability that enable them to be one of the most popular animals that can be guided and trained in order assist with tasks that we normally have a difficulty of dealing...
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Compare and Contrast: Dogs or Cats — Is There Really A Better Pet? A dog or a cat: which would you choose? By nature, dogs are pack animals; they do best in an environment where they are surrounded by animals or people that can provide for them, even if their “pack” is only made up of one person. Because of their pack mentality, dogs desire attention and companionship. They enjoy being near their owner and dislike being left out or...
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Introduction You have probably been asked at some point in your life if you are a dog person or a cat person. Some people love both animals. But if you had to live with just one, which one would you choose? There has been an ongoing war between ‘dog dog’ and ‘cat’ for decades, perhaps even centuries. Now is the time to tackle just for fun. Let’s look at some reasons why dogs might be better than cats. Don’t worry,...
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