Owning a ragdoll cat should be a very satisfying partnership for both sides, yours because the ragdoll is cute, fluffy and likes to snuggle with you, and theirs because they look cute, fluffy and snuggle with you.

Ragdoll cats are very lovable creatures, usually very attached to their owners, and they demonstrate this attachment by following them around for days at a time. Trying to hide from a rag cat is useless as it will seek you out and punish you with more snuggles.

So having a ragdoll cat is inviting a wonderfully cuddly friend into your home – wonderful, but clingy. He is not an independent cat, he does not go away for days at a time, he does not leave; only to return to dinner, instead, they stay close to their loved ones, rarely leaving your side, and insisting on as much attention as you choose to give them.

You do not have a ragdoll cat, it is part of your family, it is a close (furry) friend, who refuses to be seen as property, the ragdoll cat does not encourage ownership, but rather love and affection. Whether anyone can actually have a cat is up for debate, maybe a dog, but a cat, especially a ragdoll cat, chooses to live with you, not the other way around.

If you choose a ragdoll cat to be your friend, then you are choosing all of the wonderful and strange behaviors of this breed. A rag doll needs constant company, leave him alone for a period of time and he gets very angry, and will surely let you know when he returns home, he has a tendency to get depressed if you leave him alone for long periods of time. And nobody wants a depressed cat.

They are too trusting so you can’t just leave them out for a while, when they get a bit annoying as they get into all sorts of trouble. Plus, they cling to you almost constantly, so you’ll probably accidentally step on your rag doll more than once. With a rag doll, you have to be constantly on your toes!

Despite their laid-back temperament, they tend to be quite noisy creatures, especially if you’re working or watching TV. They’ll talk to you for hours, “meow this” and “meow that,” and you have no idea what they’re saying, so you just have to nod.

They tend to eat a lot, due to their rather large size, so they are almost always hungry, whatever you’re eating is fair game for a rag doll, after all, why not share?

But the truth is that many ragdolls end up in rescue centers because the owners didn’t realize how codependent ragdolls can be, while most cats would be fine if someone fed them while you’re on vacation, a rag doll will have to be placed in a hatchery.

And, despite their apparent need for less grooming, many ragdoll owners say regular grooming is still essential; otherwise expect a rag doll with knots and matted fur, maybe it all depends on what they do, either way, having a rag doll cat, or a rag doll possessing you is a big responsibility not to It should be taken lightly, but if you’re willing to put in the hours, you’ll end up with a truly delightful family pet for many, many years.

Have you ever had a dog that constantly tests you? A dog that will look at you when you give it a command with an expression that says, “What’s in it for me?” One who will obey for a while, then slip away or adjust his command to fit his needs?

I call this type of dog STRONG WILL. and the first time I met one it turned out to be my fifth and current dog.

My first childhood dog was a Toy Manchester, named Mickey after Mickey Mouse, which my mother chose for its size. The next dog, Pooky a one pound dog, was a gift from my brother when Mickey died. Again, my husband gave me a dog, an Irish setter puppy, as a wedding present. Sterling and I were inseparable friends, and she broke my heart when she died at the age of 15. Two years passed before she could love another dog. I chose a Golden Retriever, Lacey, who lived to be 13 years old. The hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life was put her to sleep. Ebony the STRONG-WILLED DOG came into my life a couple of months after Lacey’s death when my two children decided that her mother was too lonely without a dog.

Do you know that you can buy dogs on the internet? Yes! You can search all animal shelters and rescue organizations and include photos. After several phone calls, we drove a mother 90 miles just to WATCH a trio of Black Lab/Border Collie puppy sisters. Ebony came to me.

I should have seen it in the eyes. There was something different about the look he gave me. I soon learned that the mischievous meanings behind the eyes were an indication of their STRONG WILL nature.

The first thing I learned about Ebony was that you had to watch her CONSTANTLY like a little girl. One thing after another was chewed up or destroyed in record time. Now, I know you’re thinking that she’s just a puppy, and rightfully so. But while Ebony was doing this destruction she looked at me with “those eyes”. They focused directly on me and then backed away from her as she fled with her bounty as bait for the chase.

The good news is that Ebony cured me of SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder. I started taking her for a 2-3 mile walk every day to tire her out so she could nap and I could accomplish something. It has now become a daily ritual bringing me rays of light physically, emotionally and spiritually. I no longer need my light box. “Those eyes” track all my attention if we’re late for our morning walk.

I taught him basic obedience commands at home first on leash then off leash. I started training her with the “come” command with treats when we went for walks and she let loose. He was happy with this game for a while. One day when I said “come” she looked at me, looked around her and decided there were better things to do. He was no longer alpha dog and this was NOT good.

Having trained four dogs, I have never encountered this problem before. I started my research and settled on the SportDog Remote E-Collar. It was very simple to implement because she was already trained for an invisible fence after her many episodes of escaping the yard through the blackberries.

Ebony was a quick learner and collects many compliments on our frequent rides. But she knows and I know that any chance she gets, she’ll push to get her way. Of the five dogs I have bred in a span of 50 years, Ebony raises the bar for the title designation of being a STRONG-WILLED DOG.

As a cat owner, do you know that food is very important for cats? And do you know what cats can’t eat? Here’s some information on foods cats can’t eat.

1. Onions. The onion includes something that can destroy a cat’s red blood cells. So pay attention to the meat that can be mixed with onions.

2. Haslet. We all know that eating too much haslet can cause skin problems. The same goes for the cat. And eating too much haslet will also cause bone problems. So please don’t feed your cat frequently.

3. Fish bone. Someone believes that cats chew bones while they eat. Actually, cats swallow food without chewing. The big bone can stab your stomach. So we’d better get rid of the food bone before we feed the cat.

4. Human food. There are so many edible oil, salt and other seasonings in our daily food. All these things are not comfortable for our cats. It is enough for an adult cat or dog to eat food with 5 percent salt. More salt will be bad for your health.

5. Ice cream and cream cake. In fact, there is no need to feed pets ice cream and custard pie. Because it can include too much sugar and other things that pets can’t digest well. We can see that these things are not good for the health of pets.

6. Chocolate. Chocolate includes pentoxifylline which can cause food poisoning. And chocolate poisoning can cause vomiting, malaise, hyperactivity, even death from heart failure. So be very careful!

7. Milk. Although milk has high nutritional value, cats and dogs cannot easily assimilate it and cause diarrhea. Especially crude protein can prevent pets from assimilating the vitamin.

8. Raw pork. Do you know that raw pork contains toxoplasma gondii, which can seriously harm your pet? So never feed your pet raw pork.

Also, there may be other things that can hurt your pet. We must be very careful in our daily life. Just read more about pets and learn how to be a good pet owner and get along with your pet.

I am very excited to introduce you to Allen A. Causevic. He is one of the best competitors based in the Chicago area. Many of you know him, some of you don’t, but you will hear more and more about him as time goes on.

Allen is exceptionally eloquent and thoughtful in his answers. We discuss “fighters”, gi vs. nogi, austrian economics, being a big guy, his favorite wrestlers, and his hair.

BJJinChicago: Allen, thanks for taking the time to do this interview. You currently train with Jay Valko. How long have you been training there and what do you like most about the academy?

Allen Causevic: I have been with Mr. Jay Valko since May 2005. I started at Carlson’s Academy Downtown and mainly attended the afternoon class that Jay taught. After Jay left on his own, I followed him to his new school in 2007. Since then, the school has grown dramatically. I attribute the growth to the same reasons I love academia. We are very open to sharing knowledge and exchanging ideas. I have visited many schools across the country and many instructors stick to that pure game of jiu-jitsu. Unfortunately, this is a detriment to the sport. Mixed martial arts are evolving. This is Jiu-Jitsu. With the addition of RJ Cohen and his world-class judo skills, along with Timothy Foley’s Division 1/All-American wrestling skills, we are evolving.

The transition from a superior foot game to a superior ground game is the future. This requires the exchange of ideas and knowledge that I mentioned earlier and, for many, a journey outside of their comfort zone. Jay has done a great job of creating this advantageous environment. This “idea-friendly” environment is best seen during the open sessions on Saturdays, which are free to all. As a result, we see a wide range of people visiting with different skill levels. Being exposed to different styles of local, national and international visitors has made us all better fighters. As the sport evolves, I am excited to see the future and our successes.

BJJiC: What are some of your biggest tournament achievements to date?

AC: I don’t see Jiu-Jitsu as a fight. The mentality that I follow is that it is a competitive game. Having said that, I always look to play well during any match. Being able to perform under pressure is what sets champions apart and I work very hard to keep my composure and work on the techniques that put the odds of winning in my favor. As a result, my best performances have been during:

2011 NYC International Open Super Heavyweight Purple Belt: Gold

2010 Chicago International Open Super Heavyweight Purple Belt: Gold

2009 NYC International Open Blue Belt Super Heavy: Gold

2009 Abu Dhabi Pro-Gi Qualifiers- Blue Belt-Heavy-Gold

BJJiC: What are some tips for bigger guys just starting out with jiu-jitsu?

AC: Don’t be discouraged when the conventional wisdom you’ve been following turns out to be false. When I started training, I weighed 240 pounds, lifted weights, and consistently ate a post-workout meal that consisted of a Burger King Whopper and the original Muscle Milk. Yes, that’s about 1700 calories. We are led to believe that there is a correlation between the amount of weight you throw in the weight room and your wrestling ability. How many times have you heard, “Wow, that’s huge! Don’t mess with it!”? Well, in 2007, I was given the red pill and my world turned upside down. I was destroyed by guys half my size. Touching a rear naked choke on someone weighing 135lbs. definitely destroys the ego. You soon realize that you have been following the wrong path in life. It is devastating for some. My advice would be to work on technique as much as possible and not get discouraged by losing to a smaller opponent. Finally, work your guard as much as possible. Working on your weaknesses and getting out of your comfort zone will pay off later in your career.

BJJiC: If you could go back in time… what would you say to yourself as a white belt?

AC: Stop eating Whoppers. Do not start No-Gi competition until after you have been promoted to blue belt. There is a long debate about the advantages of Gi versus No-Gi. I am from the school that believes that a good game of Gi will become a good game of No-Gi. I would try to talk some sense into the old me to start working hard on my base Gi, and then move on to working No-Gi afterwards.

BJJiC: Royal Rumble – Your hair, Jay’s beard, RJ’s hair, and Mike’s beard. Who wins?

AC: My hair for sure. I could be hanging around in a jiu-jitsu class at night, then having a Gray Goose on the rocks at a world-class country club right after with my perfect streak. It doesn’t move no matter how hard I try. It is the source of my power. Second place goes to Mike Cornille. His beard provides one of the most protective shields known to man.

BJJiC: Who is the best person you’ve ever shot with?

AC: This award goes to Mr. Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu. I visited his school in Miami, FL in December 2010 and was honored. I was surprised to feel the level of skill in his action. The Jiu-Jitsu journey is a long one, and that experience helped me realize that I was not at the level that I would like to be. Seeing where I was has helped me train differently and work harder in many different ways. It’s always good to step back and see where you are and decide where you want to go in the future.

BJJiC: Who is the best person you have competed against?

AC: This title would go to Mr. Luke Costello from the UK. He is my last loss which took place in the 2011 World Jiu-Jitsu Championship. After watching the video we have a very similar game but that day was better. He knocked me down with a big Uchi Mata, which hadn’t happened to me in a tournament in a long time. I lost my composition and was sent for bow and arrow strangulation. It is ironic; I was thrown with one of my favorite pitches and smothered by my favorite submission. Eating a taste of my own medicine was not tasty. I look forward to a rematch in the future.

BJJiC: How many times a week do you train?

AC: During down times, I’m usually there 4-5 days a week. If I’m training for a tournament, I’m in the gym 6 days a week. I have also added strength and conditioning 3-4 days a week to my regiment. Hopefully this new combination will lead to new success in the future.

BJJiC: What kind of activities do you do outside of jiu-jitsu?

AC: I like to do the following in no particular order:

1. People watch at Wholefoods.

2. Filmmaking and graphic design.

3. Improve my knowledge of the Austrian School of Economics.

4. Eat foods that have not been processed or altered in any way.

5. Volunteering in animal shelters.

6. Improve my culinary skills.

BJJiC: Who are some of your favorite fighters to watch (and why)?

AC: I love watching Cyborg Abreu and Braga Neto. I’m a bigger guy, so of course I like to look at big dogs. Watching your games has helped me become a better fighter.

BJJiC: What are your plans to compete in the future?

AC: I am planning to compete in the 2011 Chicago International Summer Open, of course. But the big tournament at the end of the year that I’m looking at is the Melbourne Open in Australia. I’ve never been so I’d like to take the opportunity to compete in such a big international event and see the sights afterwards.

BJJiC: What else can we expect from you in the future?

AC: I want to improve my Judo game to the highest level possible. I see myself traveling and competing in high level tournaments in the US judo scene in the future. Training with the best Judoka will take my Jiu-Jitsu game to a new level and I am excited to learn new techniques.

BJJiC: Any last comment?

CA: Yes. With the explosion in popularity that MMA & Grappling has seen in recent years, the conduct and behavior of the subculture that has emerged in parallel is appalling. Crazy graphic tees to full sleeve/body tattoos have significantly lowered the esteem of the sport. Too often I see these people in social settings bragging to people that they are “fighters.” This disillusioned mentality must end. Athletes must conduct themselves at a higher level and strive to be gentlemen. Bad sentence structure and incorrect grammar are not great. This, of course, has nothing to do with SubCulture clothing. They have done a great job supporting local athletes and are very active in the BJJ community. SubCulture is the only Gi I use for competitions and training sessions. I highly recommend them.

quick hits

Favorite takedown: Uchi Mata

Favorite Submission: Bow and Arrow Choke

Favorite position: Knee on belly

CREATIVE ENRICHMENT FOR FAMILIES

I found much enrichment in reading stories to my daughter every night until she was twelve years old. To this day we share those rich experiences. Many years ago we sat on the sofa and I drew pictures for my daughter. She told me how she wanted the figure to look and I, to the best of my ability, drew that figure. It was just a fun game at the time, but it was that kind of creative play that honed my daughter’s creative talents in the future and brought us closer together as two who had interacted creatively. But what I’ve learned is that giving your kids personal time is better than prioritizing any video game they might play, better than any late report you might have to put together, better than huddled around the TV, better than just about anything. And here’s why…

When you interact with your children through reading, writing, painting, drawing, etc. you are joining them. Personal dialogues, day by day, father/son: “… He took the ball from me, he called me a rat, do your homework, don’t mess up the kitchen, feed the dog, clean your feet”… .. it just isn’t part of the interactive creative dialogue. Father and son are on the same level. Everyone shares creative moments: your children enjoy listening to you read to them, they enjoy drawing pictures with them and telling stories about the pictures, they all have fun writing about the day they welcomed their cute kitty, who has now grown into a huge, pompous family cat .

FORGET THE FATHER/SON DIALOGUE

You are away from the petty mess of parents scolding children and children reacting negatively. Reading, writing, and doing art projects together puts everyone on the same page. If you maintain the same level of play with all the participants and forget about the father and son roles that you normally play, you will have fun!

Okay, but there’s still soccer, football, ballet, and when in the world can you find time for creative play? Take time for creative interaction. Yes, it is important that your child’s team win the next game and you should be there to cheer them on. But taking a little time, even twenty minutes, to read, write, and draw together will help you win his heart as a trustworthy, loving parent who is willing to get to know him on his level and share a creative process with him.

THE MESSAGE IS THE MENTAL MASSAGE

Life goes on, children grow up fast. Taking those twenty minutes for yourself once or twice a week will change the texture of your lives. Yes, it will be hard to keep them away from their video game and texting friends. But soon her message will be clear: “I just want to spend some time with you.” No lectures, no reprimands, no insults, just time spent together on a little project to find out what you’re both made of without the roles of father and son to play. One night, try this. Turn off the TV. Turn off video games. Sit down with the children and make up a story. A small and simple story. And then everyone draws it. Pass the drawings and talk about the drawing, no criticism, no disparagement, just talk.

OK, everyone’s yawning, I know. But that will happen if you repeat it next week and the week after. You’re going to start having a good time. It can be a bit scary at first. It’s not a video game or television. It’s just you and the kids. Don’t worry. Soon, you will discover some things about yourselves, familiar things that soccer and ballet can’t solve. Like who you are as interrelated human beings, what do you think of each other and how, without competition or bad words from anyone, you can look at each other and admire each other for who you are.

THAT NICE CREATIVE FEELING

Do you remember how you wanted to paint an oil painting? Do you remember the drawing class you took in community college and you loved it? Recall the creative things you’ve done, like finding the right knobs for your kitchen cabinets, installing low-voltage lighting around your entryway to dramatically illuminate trees and bushes, or making that silly birthday card for your kid, because just could not. t find one that was correct? You got a warm glow from those projects, didn’t you? Good.

CREATIVE TIME FOR YOURSELF

Take some creative time for yourself. Well, currently your private time is between 10:30 and 11:00 at night, when you can read a few pages of that novel you’ve renewed three times from the local library and then hang up. Take advantage of YOUR OWN twenty creative minutes once or twice a week. Decide what you will do during those twenty minutes. Draw, paint, write? Connect to your creative mind, not for the boss, but for yourself. Remember favorite places and images from childhood. Write or draw on them. Enhance your life with color through pastels or acrylic or oil paints. Discover the magic of media and artistic skills. Sit down with a sketch pad and draw the plants in your house. Make a cake from a picture of your neighbor at your last New Year’s Eve party (it was sooo much fun, wasn’t it?)

It will take a month or so. After these creative times, you will feel the ripple effect. It’s a good feeling caused by instructing your conscious and subconscious to be creative and delve into the parts of your brain that give you a healthy and well-balanced (even wise!) sense of being. Then increase those minutes. Try twenty to thirty minutes a day. The ripple effect will be more like a positive tidal wave of good feelings, tapping into the powers of your mind that have been dormant for too long.

self-improvement, creativity, family enrichment

The most basic question is, how can I tell if my dog ​​has a UTI? What should I look for?

The most common symptoms of a urinary tract infection include:[5]

– frequent urination

– dribbling of urine

– blood in the urine

– squatting frequently to urinate

– straining to urinate odor of urine

– inappropriate urination (like at home)

– incontinence

– an increase in thirst and drinking.

Ok, if I know my pet has a UTI, what can I do? Tell me more about it, how does it affect my dog’s diet?

We have many customers who come into our store and tell us that my cat or dog has UTI Crystals and the vet put them on a C/D, U/D, K/D or NF formula. As everyone knows, prescription diets are far from optimal nutrition for your dog or cat, they exist to treat a specific food, but continuation of these diets can lead to other serious problems.[1]Prescription diets are made to treat specific conditions; As with most prescription diets intended for us in the short term, long-term use of these diets has the potential to cause adverse side effects.[6]

These are some of the possible side effects of long-term use of U/D, K/D, and NF formula feeds.[6]

• heart failure
• failure live
• Renal insufficiency
• pancreatitis
• Hypertension
• Hypoalbuminemia

Did I get your attention? Good. Now, before we delve into UTI Crystals, we need to understand the pH of urine. The pH is a scale that goes from 0 to 14, which measures the acid bases. A score of 7.0 is considered neutral. The PH of most dogs ranges between 5.0 and 9.0.

I understand? Ok, now let’s talk about UTI Crystals.

UTI develops in about 14% of dogs.[2] That’s a pretty big number, there are two main forms of UTI Crystals (etruvite and calcium oxalate).

struvite crystals

It forms when there is a bacterial infection that is capable of breaking down urea that will otherwise be eliminated in the urine. Urea is a waste product produced from protein metabolism. This reaction of breaking down urea into ammonia only occurs in alkaline PH.[3]

Struvite crystals are more common in female dogs, and there are a few breeds that are considered to be at higher risk, including Cocker Spaniels, Labrador Retrievers, Scottish Terriers, Miniature Poodles, Beagles, Miniature Schnauzers, Pekingese, Basset Hounds, Springer Spaniels, and German shepherd. and bichon frize.

calcium oxalate crystals

They are formed in urine of acidic to neutral pH, it is said that some things cause the formation of these stones, the most common is hereditary. The defective nephrocalin product is usually the culprit.[4]

Unlike struvite crystals, calcium oxalate crystals cannot be dissolved by a change in diet; they need to be surgically removed. However, a proper diet can help prevent the formation of calcium oxalate crystals.

Calcium oxalate crystals are more common in male dogs and in some of the breeds that are considered to be at higher risk including; Miniature Schnauzers, Lhasa Apsos, Yorkshire Terriers, Miniature Poodles, Shih Tzus and Bichon Frises.

Ok, now that you know the basics, let’s talk about nutrition!

We learned that you can dissolve struvite crystals with more acidic foods, so dogs that are prone to struvite crystals will naturally want to eat a more acidic diet.

Fortunately, most of the good ingredients that dogs and cats should eat are acidic in nature, for example, chicken, beef, eggs, fish, pork, cottage cheese, yogurt, rice (brown and white), beans, nuts, and all shellfish. Doesn’t that sound like the perfect kibble or raw food diet?

The berries are acidic in nature and the lower pH levels prevent bacteria from sticking to the bladder walls. Solid Gold Berry Balance is a supplement that is commonly used to lower urine pH levels.

What about the calcium oxalate crystals?

The opposite is true alkaline, to raise the pH score you should feed more natural foods, to include some pumpkins, beet greens, rhubarb, spinach, beets, raw escarole, dandelion greens, okra, kale and sweet potatoes.

It has been recommended that diets be low in protein and oxalates and high in magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium. Here is a list of foods and there is level of oxalates[http://www.branwen.com/rowan/oxalate.htm]. Beef and lamb cuts tend to have lower protein levels than other types of meat (venison, pheasant, etc.)

A commonly used supplement to raise the pH level of urine is potassium citrate.

Okay Enough talking. How do I know if I’m doing the right thing?

Talk to your vet, ask what the target urine pH should be for your dog. Every dog ​​is different; some dogs may have severe cases, others mild. Dog breeds will take into account the decision.

OK, I know my target PH level. How do I know I am achieving it?

Urine pH test strips, you should be able to get these from your vet or a local retailer, or even buy them online.

IT’S OKAY. That sounds simple. Anything else I should know?

Yes, consumption of water, sweets, etc. All factor in urine pH levels. You will notice that, throughout the day, the levels will change. Take multiple urine PH samples to ensure you achieve your goal. Always keep checking back.

Sure, it listed the ingredients, but I don’t cook for my dog, I just buy kibble or raw, how do I know what the PH levels are?

Here is a list of some great brands and their pH levels for dogs and cats. We call these companies and speak to a representative to get the levels.

canine dog– Croquettes – pH 7.0

canine dog– Canned – pH 6.0

felidae cat– Croquettes – pH 6.0

felidae cat– Canned – pH 5.5

Fromm 4 Star Dog– Croquettes – pH 6.2 – 6.4

Fromm 4 Star Cat– Croquettes – pH 6.5 – 6.8

honest cooking-pH 7.0

Merrick before grain(Dogs and Cats) – pH 6.8

Merrick 5 star dry(Dogs and Cats) – pH 6.5 – pH 6.8

Merrick 5 star canned(Dogs and Cats) – pH 6.3 – pH 6.5

Orijén(cat and dog) – pH of 5.5

Primitive dog and cat– pH 6.0 – 7.0

Nature (Evo, Innova, California Natural)(Dogs and Cats) – pH 6.2 – 6.8

Solid gold – Dog– Dry – pH 6.4 – 6.6

Solid gold – Dog– Canned – pH 6.0

Solid gold – Cat– Dry – pH 6.2 – 6.4

Solid gold – Cat– Canned – pH 6.2

welfare dog(Croquettes and Canned) – pH 6.5 – 7.5

welfare cat– Dry – pH 6.2 – 6.6

welfare cat– Canned – pH 6.1 – 6.6

Sources:

1-Wikipedia

2- UTI in dogs

3- Veterinary partners

4- Veterinary partners

5- B Naturals

6- Veterinary Medicine

Researched by: Luke’s All Natural

In many states, a mother or father can legally divorce an adult child. To disinherit someone is to deliberately prevent them from getting possessions of your possessions after you expire.

Exclusion of someone can be done by stating in your will that you do not want your older children to receive anything at all. You can only disown a person in Texas if you create a last will and testament or if you have no property in his possessions at the time of your death that would be exchanged through your last will and testament or after each state without-a – testamentary succession laws. A Texas estate planning attorney has the ability to help you as he moves through this process.

If a mother or father dies without a will, Texas rules control how that person’s property is passed to their legal heirs. This course of action is called intestate succession. In most cases, the living spouse and adult children are the first people in line to acquire the decedent’s possessions.

Clarifying your intentions in your will is crucial

As a common rule and a matter of open policy, Texas court forums do not favor the interpretation of a will to deliberately exclude a person’s adult children. Therefore, it is important that the will of the person is clear in the writing of the last will and testament. Using an estate planning attorney is the best way to accomplish this in the state of Texas.

Most regions of Texas have legislation allowing that if an adult child is not included in a person’s will, the belief will arise that the parent mistakenly omitted the child rather than intentionally disinheriting the child.

If you wish to disown your adult child through your will, it is generally advisable to include a particular expression of that wish in your will. Otherwise, the child may be able to challenge the will on the grounds that the parent made a blunder and that the child’s omission of any involvement in the last will was simply careless.

Decisions on the repudiation of children by an adult in a will

As an alternative to disinheriting an adult child by including particular declarations of dispossession in a will, a parent may choose to put some or all of their assets out of the reach of an heir by setting up a trust. A trust is an enforceable agreement in which an individual grants legal title and control of established property to a trustee for the benefit of the persons named as recipients of the trust. An experienced estate planning attorney has the ability to assist in the process of creating a trust as a substitute for exclusion in Texas.

In most cases, a person who creates a trust can identify himself or herself as the administrator of the trust and then hold and manage the trust’s holdings in accordance with the terms of the trust for the benefit of the named beneficiaries.

At the time the assets have been properly transferred to a properly drafted and conducted trust in Texas, those properties will no longer be owned by the person who funneled them into the trust. In that case, when the parent dies, the assets that were placed in trust generally cannot be in jeopardy of succession via last will and testament or intestate succession law if the parent dies without a last will and testament.

The Norwegian Elkhound dates back to the stone age. Through the study of fossils from that time it can be determined that the same basic dog that we know today as the Elkhound existed.

This breed has such purity of ancestry that it can be considered as one of the oldest dogs. The Norwegian word for dog, elghund, actually means “moose dog”, however, Elkhound is the translation that stuck. Hound is probably not an appropriate term for the dog that does not have any bloodhound in its genetic makeup. However, despite this, the dog was taken to the American Kennel Club in the Hound group. Devotees of the breed find that having the dog in this class or group can be a disadvantage, as it bears little resemblance to the dogs normally entered as “hounds”.

There are three varieties of the Norwegian Elkhound, all three are close cousins ​​and have remained unchanged over the centuries. The Gray Elkhound is the most familiar, then there is the Black (which is a slightly smaller variety) and the Swedish or Jamthound.

Today the Elkhound is still used in northern countries to track and follow wild animals, including moose, moose, deer, lynx, and wolves. Many pet owners of this breed have no idea that it is, in fact, a hunting dog with unique versatility, as it howls on the lead, trails silently behind the animal, or attacks by dodging and feinting to take down. to the animal. Those who hunt with this dog will insist that it can pick up the scent of elk or moose from up to three miles away. It is also used in small game hunting because moose and elk are not as abundant as they once were and of course there are now set hunting seasons for these animals. The Norwegian Elkhound is generally a versatile farm dog, going after all kinds of marauding predators and also becoming useful as a herding dog for livestock. The Norwegian Elkhound is a medium-sized dog with a dense coat. The color is solid gray in different shades, with black tips at the tips of the hairs. There is usually a typical whiter band of hair over the shoulders and around the eyes in a spectacled appearance. Also the breeches of the hind legs and the underside of the strongly curled tail are in lighter shades. In reality, the markings of the breed are similar to those of the Keeshond. However, the Keeshond has a much longer coat. Today’s Norwegian Elkhounds are popular as family pets in most parts of the world and are of course shown at dog shows.

One of the most well-known judges and breeders, Patricia Hastings, made the Norwegian Elkhound famous on show rings in the United States and also at Crufts. She bred and bred this breed for many years and led several of her dogs to coveted Best of Breed and even Best in show victories at Westminster, later becoming a judge of great skill. Her positive influence on the breed has undoubtedly increased the number of these dogs now found as family pets. However, the dog is not a dog that is for everyone. He is a dog that must have a purpose and simply lying around the house is not part of his nature. Any dog ​​that has strong working or hunting instincts can quickly become bored and quite destructive if the working nature of the breed is not channeled and encouraged.

Tenerife has a very wide range of beaches for visitors to the island to choose from and of course beaches are what most tourists want when on holiday. There are black sand beaches, made from natural volcanic sand, and there are yellow sand beaches, made with sand transported from Western Sahara, or made with sand collected from the bottom of the sea. There are very large and small sheltered beaches, there are seaside resort beaches that are very easy to get to, and there are remote beaches that can only be accessed by footpaths or even by boat, in some cases. Masca beach is like this because it can only be accessed by boat or by making a long and difficult descent down a ravine. There are rocky beaches and mixed beaches where there are rocks, pebbles and sand. With all the different types of beaches available, you’re sure to find the type of beach you like best somewhere on the island. So let’s take a look at some of the best beaches in Tenerife.

Many people think that Playa de las Teresitas in the town of San Andrés, just off the coast of Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, is the best beach on the island. It is made of golden yellow sand from the Sahara and is a very long beach. There is a breakwater that makes Las Teresitas safe for swimmers. It has palm trees on top of the beach that give it a very tropical and exotic appearance, it has parking and it is very easy to get there by road.

In the south of the island are the main tourist centers of Los Cristianos and Playa de las Américas, and it is not for nothing that these places have yellow sand beaches. Playa de las Vistas is one of the most popular of the old resort beaches, while Playa de Troya is the main beach in Las Americas. It offers water sports, hammocks, restaurants and other facilities. Further up the coast are the beaches of Fanabe and Torviscas.

Also, in the south are the beaches of El Médano. Playa la Tejita is a huge sandy beach that is very popular. The only problem with El Médano is that it is very windy, but this has made it ideal for windsurfers.

Most of the black sand beaches are found in the north of Tenerife, and one of the best is known as Playa Jardín in the tourist town of Puerto de la Cruz. Awarded the European Blue Flag, this long beach has attractive gardens at the top, hence its name. It is also right next to Loro Parque (“Parrot Park”), a very popular place among tourists on vacation in the Canary Islands.

Further down the northwest coast, right next to the town of Icod de los Vinos, famous for its thousand-year-old dragon tree, we find the black sand beach of San Marcos. Sheltered by cliffs and with a promenade lined with bars and restaurants, this is a true hidden gem, and a beach much frequented by those who have discovered it.

If you have young children begging for a puppy, you’re probably worried that even after they’ve promised to feed, walk, and clean it, you’ll actually be the one looking after the poor. creature. then you will have a furry son to add to your brood.

As a dog aficionado, although allergic, I’m an advocate for kids growing up with one (maybe even 2) but that says they are a lot of work and as far as younger kids go they may not be the Better option. As children grow older and may realize that a dog or cat requires a lot of care and work, and is in fact a member of the family once adopted, this idea may be more appealing. However, if your little loved ones are just that, little ones, but you still want them to have a pet to love and learn to care for (with your guidance, of course), let me make a case for gerbils. But before we do, let’s go over some other pet options that may seem appealing but may not be as suitable for a number of reasons.

Other small animals and their drawbacks

I guess before assuming its the little critters will want one of the furry and cuddly variety, I must address the cold blooded type. Personally, I’m quite fond of snakes and lizards, but I wouldn’t necessarily want one to live in my house. Also, young children are very tactile and many of these critters need to be handled with care or they don’t necessarily like to be touched. Beyond that, your setup can be expensive and difficult to maintain. Since reptiles cannot regulate their own body temperature, it is crucial that their homes are kept at a certain constant temperature. Their diets can also be complicated. For these reasons, it is very easy for them to become ill if they are not closely watched for signs of distress.

Now to our fluffy friends. Rabbits are some of the cutest animals out there, but experts will tell you that they don’t make good pets for young children. They are prone to biting, even with great care and “training” to get them used to being petted and hugged. Even more worrying is the fact that they are much more fragile than they seem. Rabbits have very delicate bones and even older children and adults need to know how they pick them up, handle them and return them to their homes. They also need a lot of care, and it can be a lot of work to clean them afterward to keep their cages clean and odor-free.

Guinea pigs have many of the same traps as rabbits. Although they actually need a lot of love and attention, what may seem like a perfect match for children who want nothing more than to give them hugs and kisses is a lot more work than one would think. If you have a guinea pig, you should spend at least a couple of hours a day taking it out of the house and playing with it. If you have two (highly recommended as they are very social and lonely), they should still be taken out of their cage at least once a day for an hour or more to play. They also require many different toys to play with and places to hide and explore to keep them happy and healthy. Again, diet is crucial and cleansing can be a job in itself. The benefits are worth it, ask any guinea pig lover, but that’s a lot of work for anyone.

Rats (if they don’t scare you) are very social, but the downside, again, is that they require a lot of attention and care. Mice are great, but they are very fast, they pee a lot, and they need a lot of things to climb and play with to be happy. However, they are an excellent choice as they are easy to care for in terms of diet, don’t require a lot of attention if kept in pairs or groups, and don’t require a large cage. And, the more you give them to play with, the more entertaining they become. I would definitely rank them at number two.

Hamsters, while one of the cutest creatures out there, are not that easy to care for. The diet is simple and, again, they don’t require a large cage (although with any animal, the more space you give them, the happier they’ll be). However, they do need to be trained to be held without freaking out or biting, they are fragile and also urinate a lot which means their bedding needs to be changed regularly. There are also different types of hamsters and each type has different requirements to be healthy and happy. Some can and should be housed in multiples, others should be solitary, like Teddy Bear hamsters. And while this should be intuitive and applies to any pets you might have, don’t house both genders together or you’ll end up with more pets than you bargained for. Hamsters (any kind) would be better for a slightly older child with a little more patience.

Gerbils are really a great option.

Now we come to the gerbils. They should be housed in groups of at least two or more females to keep them happy, as they are very social little munchkins. They are fast but do not bite and can be easily trained to get used to being held. They don’t seem to care too much if a kid shows up, scares them and picks them up without warning. The only time I’ve had a gerbil nibble on my finger was when I forgot to wash my hands after making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Who could blame the little guy?

Gerbils are desert creatures, which means they drink less water than other furry animals and therefore urinate much less. This means their bedding stays cleaner longer and they should never have a smelly cage to deal with. They also love to dig and burrow, but they introduce a wheel to their environment and once they discover it, it will be their new favorite toy!

His diet is simple (you can buy a five pound bag of gerbil food at your nearest Walmart for $4.00 and it will last two gerbils quite a bit) and so is his home setup. The only thing I recommend you not to do is buy one of those hard plastic Habitrail houses for them. They love to chew and will eventually make cracks in the plastic, but this does not mean that they are difficult to accommodate. You might like the look of the store-bought shrine, but trust me, they don’t care. All they want to do all day is dig and race their wheel, and maybe box a little; this is typical of gerbils, especially sisters like the gerbils I have, Lola and Yvette. They may squeal and fight, but as long as they snuggle together at bedtime, you’ll know they’re okay.

I bought my little duo the largest Rubbermaid bin I could find, filled it with recycled cardboard bedding (also available at Walmart and pet stores of course), since wood chip bedding is not safe or healthy for any animal, as it can cause respiratory problems. a wheel, a $5 log cabin, food and a bottle of water and they’re in pig heaven. They live an average of one to 3 years and mine are past the 3 year mark!

A reminder: plenty of space is key to the well-being of your new pet

As an animal lover, I’m a big advocate of making sure you do all your research before adopting a pet of any kind. This is essential to ensure that everything from bedding to food to housekeeping is appropriate and of the highest quality.

Another crucial issue is space. Commercial cages are not that big and pet store “experts” will be happy to direct you to a cage with all the bells and whistles and convince you that this will keep your new pet happy, but this is not the case. Again, if you do your research, you’ll find that commercial cages are made to be large enough to house the appropriate animals and give them room to move around a bit, but that doesn’t mean they’re adequate at all. .

Imagine if someone kept you in a cage for almost twenty-four hours a day. The problem is that manufacturers need to make cages that are easy to ship, can be easily stacked once they reach the pet store, and can be sold at an outrageous markup for little more than thick wire and/or plastic. . In the future, when the kids are older and you decide you might want to graduate with one of the animals I’ve mentioned, look online for easy and affordable pet homes. It’s often more fun to design and create your own habitat, and this way your pet will have all the space they need and then some. This will be evident in their behavior and everyone will reap the benefits of a happy, healthy and playful new addition to their family.