Sentences with phrase «higher in dogs living»

The same study found that a gene that acts as a marker of cell damage was higher in dogs living in smoking homes than those in nonsmoking homes.

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A thinker erects an immense building, a system, a system which embraces the whole of existence and world - history etc. — and if we contemplate his personal life, we discover to our astonishment this terrible and ludicrous fact, that he himself personally does not live in this immense high - vaulted palace, but in a barn alongside of it, or in a dog kennel, or at the most in the porter's lodge.

and also if i have and your answer is yes then if there is a way to get the holy spirit back then please tell me and also please pray for me for a few days and i also want to know that really is the unforgivable sin unforgivable and really i swear on my mother that i don't want to go to hell forever and i am very scared of it please help me urgent and also i am sending a friend request to you on facebook and please accept it so that we can talk on this matter together and also i think you will like my page and i couldn't sleep properly because of this and in my half sleep in my dreams i was just visiting your website and finding my comment missing and i as pleasing god and the holy spirit but as i was receiving my spirit again and again as i mentioned this in my previous comment i was abusing in my mind i couldn't stop abusing and i have a very good mother she tried to wake me but i told her not to do and it was happening same things again and again and i told my mother again the half truth because i don't want to break her heart and she told me that there is nothing like ghosts and they are making me fools (you all) and i am telling you honestly before this i irritate my mother a lot i just watch tv and surf the internet or play games in my pc and i eat and brush late and also don't listen to my parents but after i saw your website i became obedient for a few days and again the same i am disobedient your webpage or article ruined my life but this is not your fault and now days i am buy searching about this topic and my father (Vivek Saraf) broke his hands on the 6th May while riding at a very high speed he normally don't go at a very high speed but he had a very important work so whole he was riding a dog was running on the way and to save his life he gave a very hard brake and he with his nebiour fall down and got injuries in his legs and broke his hands and at first he walked with difficulty and then the local people helped him on his way and took him to the local hospital but the doctor told that we need to go to Kollkata (the capital of west bengal, India) and so he went with his loyal staff because he is a business man and in the hospital he got cured but he still have the fracture in his hands so i request you to pray for him and his negibour also and i will tell you the rest in facebook bye and sorry for spelling mistakes in my previous comments.

Mb is a happy, hippie, sew at home rainbow mama living in Colorado with her partner, their dog, and their one sweet four year old whirlychild who knocks her stripy, mismatched, knee - high, vintage star - speckled socks off every day.

6» weighing in at 198, average kick ass build, Retired, 4 dogs, Debt Free, Long Hair, Long Beard, Wear Glasses, have my teeth & eat clean, Quote; will soon be growing everything that we eat, quote un quote & I live in the higher elevations ie Snow Country

Dodge expects to spend the next three weeks alone in his apartment, but then two very unexpected things happen... He winds up rescuing a dog and Penny knocks on his door with a lost letter... A letter that could alter Dodge's future: It's from his high - school sweetheart, Oliva, the love of his life.

«Christmas Maximus» has a little novelty thanks to its violation of the unwritten rule that there's no aging in Toontown (Goofy's son Max, last seen as a high - schooler, is now in college and dating), while «Donald's Gift,» in which Donald just wants to drink hot chocolate in peace, and «Mickey's Dog - Gone Christmas,» about Pluto going to live with Santa's reindeer after Mickey chews him out, vaguely honour their respective canons.

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Re Ziba (Beautiful City)(2004), Chaharshanbe - Soori (Fireworks Wednesday)(2006), Trainspotting (1996), About Elly (2009), A Separation (2011), Looking For Eric (2009), Captain America: Civil War (2016), Border Radio (1987), Gas Food Lodging (1992), Mi Vida Loca (My Crazy Life)(1993), Grace of My Heart (1996), Four Rooms (1995), Things Behind the Sun (2001), Mystery Girl (A Crush On You)(2011), X-Men: Apocalypse (2016), Beaches (1988), The Cabin in the Woods (2011), Ring of Fire (2013), Pitch Perfect 2 (2015), Dog Soldiers (2002), The Descent (2005), Doomsday (2008), Centurion (2010), Moana (2016), Speed Racer (2008), Good Night and Good Luck (2005), Hollywood Boulevard (1976), Piranha (1978), Rock»n' Roll High School (1979), For the Love of Spock (2016), The Howling (1981), Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983), Explorers (1985), Innerspace (1987), Gremlins (1984), The» Burbs (1989), Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Matinee (1993), The Second Civil War (1997), Small Soldiers (1998), Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003), Finding Dory (2016), Burying the Ex (2014), The Warlord: Battle For the Galaxy (The Osiris Chronicles)(1998), The Hole (2011), Zootopia (2016), Army of Darkness (1992), Madagascar (2005), Patrick (1978), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), Long Weekend (1978), Harlequin (1980), Road Games (1981), Keanu (2016), Razorback (1984), Suicide Squad (2016), Snapshot (One More Minute)(1979), Treasure of the Yankee Zephyr (1981), Fortress (1985), Link (1986) Frog Dreaming (The Quest)(1986), Windrider (1986), Visitors (2003), Storm Warning (2007), Long Weekend (2008), Nine Miles Down (2009), Not Quite Hollywood (2008), Strangers With Candy (2005), Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992), Rushmore (1998), Bottle Rocket (1996), Moulin Rougin the Woods (2011), Ring of Fire (2013), Pitch Perfect 2 (2015), Dog Soldiers (2002), The Descent (2005), Doomsday (2008), Centurion (2010), Moana (2016), Speed Racer (2008), Good Night and Good Luck (2005), Hollywood Boulevard (1976), Piranha (1978), Rock»n' Roll High School (1979), For the Love of Spock (2016), The Howling (1981), Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983), Explorers (1985), Innerspace (1987), Gremlins (1984), The» Burbs (1989), Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Matinee (1993), The Second Civil War (1997), Small Soldiers (1998), Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003), Finding Dory (2016), Burying the Ex (2014), The Warlord: Battle For the Galaxy (The Osiris Chronicles)(1998), The Hole (2011), Zootopia (2016), Army of Darkness (1992), Madagascar (2005), Patrick (1978), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), Long Weekend (1978), Harlequin (1980), Road Games (1981), Keanu (2016), Razorback (1984), Suicide Squad (2016), Snapshot (One More Minute)(1979), Treasure of the Yankee Zephyr (1981), Fortress (1985), Link (1986) Frog Dreaming (The Quest)(1986), Windrider (1986), Visitors (2003), Storm Warning (2007), Long Weekend (2008), Nine Miles Down (2009), Not Quite Hollywood (2008), Strangers With Candy (2005), Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992), Rushmore (1998), Bottle Rocket (1996), Moulin Rougin Action (2003), Finding Dory (2016), Burying the Ex (2014), The Warlord: Battle For the Galaxy (The Osiris Chronicles)(1998), The Hole (2011), Zootopia (2016), Army of Darkness (1992), Madagascar (2005), Patrick (1978), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), Long Weekend (1978), Harlequin (1980), Road Games (1981), Keanu (2016), Razorback (1984), Suicide Squad (2016), Snapshot (One More Minute)(1979), Treasure of the Yankee Zephyr (1981), Fortress (1985), Link (1986) Frog Dreaming (The Quest)(1986), Windrider (1986), Visitors (2003), Storm Warning (2007), Long Weekend (2008), Nine Miles Down (2009), Not Quite Hollywood (2008), Strangers With Candy (2005), Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992), Rushmore (1998), Bottle Rocket (1996), Moulin Rouge!

Straw Dogs does have one advantage over its original, in that it actually discusses what the term means, and then associates them with people whose lives seem to end after high school.

On Blu - ray, My Life as a Dog is joined by all the same bonus features of Criterion's DVD, only now all are in high definition.

Tokyo Drift has a very contrived storyline where American high - school hot - dog Sean Boswell has been gotten himself in trouble with the law for the third time for reckless driving while engaged in drag racing, and in order to avoid certain jail time, he consents to leave the country to live with his estranged, career - Navy father (Brian Goodman, Annapolis), currently residing in Tokyo, Japan.

MacAllister cites a Colorado State University study which found a higher incidence of nasal tumors in dogs living in homes with secondhand smoke compared to those that live in non-smoking homes.

The PQA, as it was called, would have ensured minimum living standards for Oklahoma dogs in high volume breeding kennels, rescue organizations and more.

They are the kind of dog that needs a high amount of work and stimulation in their lives, and are certainly not well suited for an apartment of any sort.

If you have a cat living in your house as well, make sure your dog does not eat cat food, as it is too high in protein and fats.

Dogs that have a solid obedience education are a joy to live with — they respond well to household routines, have good manners in the presence of people and other dogs, and they enjoy the company of the owner who took the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation and a high quality of lDogs that have a solid obedience education are a joy to live with — they respond well to household routines, have good manners in the presence of people and other dogs, and they enjoy the company of the owner who took the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation and a high quality of ldogs, and they enjoy the company of the owner who took the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation and a high quality of life.

His high level of intelligence helps in training your dog to become suitable to live with.

Instead of replacing high quality meat with less expensive fillers for adult dogs, the brands we recommend choose to promote a high protein diet in line with the nutritional requirements of a canine for the entire life of the dog.

If you live in a small apartment, don't get a high - energy dog that will bounce off the walls.

We place a high level of emphasis on dental treatment and periodontal disease prevention as research has shown that proper oral health plays a primary role in the prevention of many life threatening diseases in dogs and cats.

but you'll meet folks in a similar situation who already will know the tricks and tips to living in NYC with a high energy dog.

It is high in calories and fat, yet completely empty of the important micronutrients dogs need to live long, healthy lives.

It's possible you won't have to deal with complications later in life with purebred dogs, dealing with higher risks of cancer or tumors, heart disease, and neurological diseases.

Feeding dogs a higher quality of meat ingredients that are rich in protein versus feeding them fillers like meat byproducts is one major way to increase canines» quality of life.

If the microfilariae are lucky enough to be hanging around an area in the dog that's bitten by a second mosquito, and that mosquito lives long enough with a high temperature, the microfilariae can develop into L3 larvae.

If you live in a heavily wooded area or one that is known to have a high population of ticks, a vaccination to protect your dog from Lyme disease is important.

These dogs are living in a high - stress environment, all alone.

When we wonder why so many dogs are suffering from cancer at a young age, or why food allergies and reactions to different kibble are so high, many dog owners rarely look at the one daily factor in their dog's life to be able to identify their kibble as the cause.

Our goal is to rescue Bichons, Bichon mixes and other small dogs from high - kill shelters and to take in dogs from people who can no longer live with their original guardian or guardians.

Children often encourage biting and growling behavior without realizing it, getting a dog worked up with high level activity in which control over the dog is lost, this can create so many problems when kids and dogs living together.

Predictable and consistent behavior Prefers human company, especially children Relatively «directable» without training Affectionate Able to be banged around, by kids and clumsy humans Comfortable indoors, and in the climates you live in and take vacations Doesn't require a lot of exercise Calm in the home; not hyperactive Medium high food drive; medium high prey drive (for fetching) Able to take, and learn from, a correction Low initiative Low fearfulness Submissive Low other - dog aggression Quiet; not highly reactive to bark at sights and sounds around the home or in public Image of a guard dog without the actual follow through (if you are into that kind of thing) Easily Housetrained (some breeds are easier than others)

The reasons for the widespread ban are due to the inhumane conditions racing dogs are kept in, the high rate of injury, and the bleak lives of retired racing dogs.

High - energy dogs can live in an apartment if the owner takes them out for long walks, bike rides or jogs.

A high percentage of older dogs with separation anxiety tend to have been shelter dogs or strays at some point in their life.

Due to a higher number of dogs surrendered during the summer months, we see an uptick in the percent killed during that time, but the steady decline in that percentage tells us the hard work of Saving Carson Shelter Dogs, the networkers, all of you who share, pledge, tag, and donate, and Captain Care Intervention ALL working together are making a HUGE difference to the lives saved at the Carson Sheldogs surrendered during the summer months, we see an uptick in the percent killed during that time, but the steady decline in that percentage tells us the hard work of Saving Carson Shelter Dogs, the networkers, all of you who share, pledge, tag, and donate, and Captain Care Intervention ALL working together are making a HUGE difference to the lives saved at the Carson ShelDogs, the networkers, all of you who share, pledge, tag, and donate, and Captain Care Intervention ALL working together are making a HUGE difference to the lives saved at the Carson Shelter.

Three of the dogs received the Croix de Guerre, one of Frances» highest military honours, for their actions in combat and all were awarded a life of leisure at the end of the war for their service to their adopted country.

Weight Issues Overweight dogs tend to develop a variety of problems, such as joint disease, a higher risk of cancer and gastrointestinal problems, in addition to having a shorter life expectancy.

In focusing on the value of high - tech products for dogs and their owners, retailers can let consumers know that beyond being fun gadgets, these items are powerful tools for dog owners to ensure long, healthy and happy lives for their pets, said Eliana Summer - Galai, director of partnerships and community for Tel Aviv, Israel - based Hachiko Technologies Ltd..

As a dog lover of the highest order, I am often in awe at my cat friends who have a cat that lives to a ripe old age of 18, 19, 20, or more.

Her beloved dog Puff Daddy is no longer with her (he had to be euthanized because he was in poor health and in pain), so to keep her quality of life high, she adopted Gypsy Rose, another Pekingese dog she got from a rescue.

It has been shown that dogs neutered before the age of 4 - 4.5 months have a higher potential for urinary incontinence later in life because they never get the benefit of certain sex steroids.

Nature's Variety Prairie Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Medley Dog Food recipe is: High in chicken meal — Whole, hearty grains — No corn, no wheat, no soy — Exclusive freeze dried raw Bio-Coating — Specially formulated for rotation feeding — Complete and balanced for all life stages

When I lived in NYC, where vet bills are very high, the relatively low cost of pet insurance for one dog was well worth it.

Nature's Variety Lamb Meal & Oatmeal Medley Prairie Dog Food is: High in lamb meal — Whole, hearty grains — No corn, no wheat, no soy — Exclusive freeze dried raw Bio-Coating — Specially formulated for rotation feeding — Complete and balanced for all life stages

While most cats are not likely to become infected, cats in shelters or that live with dogs that could be infected may be at higher risk.

Cat food is often higher in protein and fats than dog food, and the increased fat and calories can cause life - threatening pancreatitis.

Multiple dogs of the same sex that live in the same house (all female or all male) may be at a higher risk of fighting.

Can fight with one another if they only have each other to herd in the home, and live a boring lifestyle Excellent sight, scent, hearing High intelligence Some are dog fighters, but the well bred ones aren't.

Moreover, a single intranasal immunization dose showed higher immunogenicity and protection than that conferred with a commercial inactivated vaccine, making our live - attenuated CIV an excellent vaccine candidate for the prevention and control of CIV in dogs.

(CRT) Dogs that have heartworms discovered later in life often have elevated liver and kidney tests (serum AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase, bilirubin, and urea nitrogen) Those dogs are also high - risk candidates for the use of melarsomDogs that have heartworms discovered later in life often have elevated liver and kidney tests (serum AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase, bilirubin, and urea nitrogen) Those dogs are also high - risk candidates for the use of melarsomdogs are also high - risk candidates for the use of melarsomine.