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Associated with the practice of deep listening is the practice of loving speech. Loving speech can be practiced through Community as well as romantic love.
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Using loving speech means that you are producing communication in which the other is receptive. It means you need to speak in such a way that the other person wants to listen.
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Practice loving speech by writing a letter to a loved one. Then, once you have completed this task, write a letter to someone who has caused you suffering. Practice writing in a way where the other person will be receptive towards listening (Hahn, 06).

Dry flour mixed with liquids creates a viscous consistency. When consumed by your pet, this can lead to issues in the gastrointestinal, respiratory and esophageal systems.
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Some of these issues can land your pet in the hospital and lead to other significant issues such as pneumonia. These issues could be deadly and are very expensive to treat.
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When baking and using flour, be sure to manage spills quickly. It may be safest to place your pets in another room with the door closed while cooking or baking. This will allow time to clean up before introducing them to the kitchen again. .occupational.therapy

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 16 Ounces (oz) is equal to 500 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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If feeding your animal turkey meat keep in mind that it can be difficult for your pet to digest.
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Turkey bones are hollow and very brittle. They splinter easily. If swallowed, a sharp piece can puncture the intestines or cause a blockage. Avoid bones because symptoms can take a few days to appear.
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Salmonella poisoning is a danger to pets. It is bacteria that lives in the intestinal tract of other animals, like turkeys. Cooking usually destroys the bacteria but if the meat is undercooked you could have problems. Symptoms of salmonella poisoning include stomach upset, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, loss of appetite and listlessness. Visit the veterinarian if experiencing these side effects (Day, 97).

If we love someone we train in order to be able to listen. We learn to listen with calm understanding. This will help ease the suffering of the other person. Calm understanding can relieve a great deal of another person’s pain.
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Deep listening is a very important practice. As you listen, you do not say anything. Instead breathe deeply and open your heart in order to really listen to the other person.
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One hour of deep listening can be very effective. It is something very precious that can be offered to the person you love (Hanh, 06).

Save your old plastic ziplock bags for pet food storage.
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Buying larger bags of pet food is better for your wallet and saves you multiple trips to the store.
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Save used plastic ziplock bags by washing them out and then placing if them in an open position to dry. Load pet food from the large, open bag into smaller ziplocks for freshness, storage and a way to recycle plastic. .occupational.therapy

If the situation with your loved one has already become difficult and you are both suffering then there is no more joy. Every day, we may say or do things that cause suffering in the person that we love. We are not listening and we are not communicating. The suffering and pain can grow and trigger anger.
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The suffering increases when you try to get away from the other person. To invoke peace and understanding, one must listen about the other person’s suffering. Deep listening is attentive listening.
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By practicing breath work in a mindful way, deep listening will become more possible. Interacting with walking meditation & sitting meditation can cultivate calm awareness and then cultivate compassion. That is the way to sit with a partner that suffers (Hahn, 06).

The basic instructions for the Heimlich maneuver include holding the animal upright, facing the same direction you are. Place your arms around him with your hands overlapping at the animals under chest. Apply quick, sharp pressure where the breast bone meets the abdomen.
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This motion causes sudden compression of the chest cavity, forcing air out of the lungs against the object in the windpipe.
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You can ask your veterinarian to demonstrate this life-saving technique next time you and your Pet are at the office (Day,97).

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 15 Ounces (oz) is equal to 470 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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Birds can be killed while approaching birdfeeders located near windows.
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Deterrents like decals placed on the glass and moving objects hung from the window don’t prevent collisions because the windows reflect vegetation and camouflage these objects.
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Bird feeders should be placed far enough away from your home so they don’t attract birds to the hazard of closed windows (Day, 97.)

In true love there is no place for pride. If you are suffering, every time you are suffering, you must go to the person in question and ask for their help. This is true love.
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Do not let pride keep you apart. If you think your love for this person is true love, you must overcome your pride. You must always go to them.
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When you practice oneness of body and mind before going to the other person, it will help you relieve suffering and it will support you and asking for help (Hahn, 06).

Play birdfeeders off the ground so birds will be safe from dogs and cats during feedings. Mix birdseed with other treats, like bread, granola, chopped fruit, raisins, and shell nuts. Once you start feeding, don’t stop the birds will depend on you during winter, when food is scarce.
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Make your own birdbath by turning a trashcan lid upside down on a stand. Keep the water fresh and wash the birdbath weekly.
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Help birds clean their plumage by providing a shallow box, filled with fine, washed sand. They will use the sand to dust out their plumage (Day,97).

Congratulations! We have completed a full month of pet care activities. As we move into the new year, we will continue to learn more pet care skills from Doris Day.
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In addition, the past month has been dedicated to reflection. In the month to come, we will continue to read excerpts from Thich Naht Hahn “How to Love”.
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Lastly, we will continue to increase our knowledge in the area of measurement. Stay connected with .occupational.therapy. We are grateful to have your support this and every year.

In addition to ID tags, you will want to have a current photo of your pet. These items can be helpful if your pet becomes lost and you need to make flyers.
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An animal first aid book and emergency kit are available at pet supply stores. Keep vaccination records and learn how to administer pet CPR and the Heimlich maneuver.
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Always keep a two week food and bottled water supply for both yourself and your pets. Be sure to have at least one week of medication on hand and keep your pet indoors at night (Day, 97).

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 14 Ounces (oz) is equal to 440 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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You can protect your pet in an event of a fire by purchasing and displaying pet Alert stickers. These stickers are displayed by your front and back doors.
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The stickers tell firefighters, how many and what kind of pets may be inside. You can obtain these stickers through the Doris Day Animal League, in pet stores and through pet supply catalogs.
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Choose a style that is brightly colored with enough space to write each pet name and description (Day,97).

In a situation in which you are suffering yourself, you may think that you’re suffering has been created by the person you love most in the world.
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If it had been someone else who had said that to you or done that to you, without a doubt, the suffering would be less.
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Because the hurt came from the person you love the most, you are deeply hurt. When that happens, you refuse to go to your true love to ask for help and then it is pride that is the obstacle (Hahn, 06).

The Halo Bowl concept explores the world of contemporary design, seeking inspiration from icons and trends that enhance and elevate homes. -
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Drawing inspiration from sources like Architectural Digest and Herman Miller, beautiful ideas can provide purpose to cat homes.
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The Halo Bowls are thoughtful. They exceed current options and push industry boundaries (Tu, 2023).

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 13 Ounces (oz) is equal to 410 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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Stay connected with .occupational.therapy as we continue to grow in our knowledge and skill sets.

.occupational.therapy selected three populations to receive resources & benefits during the winter season. These individuals are particularly vulnerable during the cold winter months and require extra support.
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The Woods Humane Society provides shelter, medical care, food and adoption opportunities for pets experiencing homelessness. This year, .occupational.therapy visited the shelter to provide social interaction with the cats on site waiting for adoption. Volunteerism at the society allows for emotional connection as well as building socialization skills for optimal opportunities for adoption.
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As a small but mighty company, .occupational.therapy gives back to local organizations as part of our social responsibility. Not only is it an honor to serve others but it is also necessary for the well-being of our community.

Eucalyptus oil is a safe and natural repellent to cats. You can use eucalyptus oil on areas that you would prefer they avoid such as the kitchen table, kitchen counters or particular furniture such as the couch or a wicker trunk.
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Place a few drops of oil where it won’t leave a stain on furniture or fabrics. An example would be a bowl potpourri saturated with oil placed on a counter.
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You can also use a cotton ball soaked in eucalyptus oil and place it inside of a trunk. This is a nontoxic solution (Day, 97).

.occupational.therapy selected three populations to receive resources & benefits during the winter season. These individuals are particularly vulnerable during the cold winter months and require extra support.
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Project Street Vet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity that provides free veterinary care, treatment, and support to the pets of individuals experiencing homelessness and/or housing vulnerability. They received our monetary donation as part of their “101 Donations” financial matching drive with Fetch Pet Insurance.
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As a small but mighty company, .occupational.therapy gives back to state residents as part of our social responsibility. Not only is it an honor to serve others but it is also necessary for the well-being of our community.

When you are living mindfully, you can be there when the person you love is suffering. When you are present, it is easy to notice when the person you love is suffering. When we are suffering, we have a strong need for the presence of the person we love. If we are suffering and we are ignored, then we suffer more.
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With a unified body and mind, you can hold true presence to your beloved person. You can acknowledge their suffering in word and in deed. It provides relief to the other person. Your understanding is a form of love.
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You can start this practice by trying to be there for yourself. Then you can transition that practice to the people that you love. You can practice presence with those who live in the same space as you and you can try to be there when one of them is suffering. This way, you can practice love immediately (Hahn,06).

.occupational.therapy selected three populations to receive resources & benefits during the winter season. These individuals are particularly vulnerable during the cold winter months and require extra support.
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This year, the local homeless population of the Californian Central Coast received medicine, clothing and small pre-wrapped gifts delivered to the San Luis Obispo County pantry. These items were made freely accessible to the community through the station located on Los Osos Valley Road.
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As a small but mighty company, .occupational.therapy gives back to the county as part of our social responsibility. Not only is it an honor to serve others but it is also necessary for the well-being of our community.

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 12 Ounces (oz) is equal to 375 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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Cats should learn that clawing is off-limits. You can stop your cat from clawing with a firm, verbal command accompanied by a loud clap. Introduce your cat to the scratching post using praise and catnip. Be patient and your cat will get the idea.
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When walking your cat outdoors, make sure they have a chest harness and leash.
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You may wish to consider having more than one cat. Cats love to play together and cuddle at night (Day, 97).

In order to recognize the presence of the other you must first practice full awareness. For example, when you touch a flower, you can touch it with your fingers, but better yet, you can touch it mindfully with your full awareness.
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While you are practicing full awareness, you are really there and at the same time, the flower is really there.
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We are surrounded by love but we have to recognize it. The past is no longer here, the future is not here yet; there is only one moment in which life is available and that is the present moment. Use full awareness practices such as breathwork in order to bring your body and mind to the present moment so you do not miss your appointment with life (Hahn, 06).

Items to stimulate your cat in include toys with a long pole and colorful objects dangling from the end. Avoid allowing small children to play with this toy.
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Cats also enjoy cardboard boxes. You can cut holes in the sides in order to make great hiding places. Other items include a brown paper grocery bag and locations where the cat can see birds from the window, such as a perch.
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A cat tree, and a scratching post covered in burlap is helpful to avoid furniture damage (Day, 97).

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A dog that has not been neutered tends to be anxious. It is important that you have your dog neutered for health and safety reasons.
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In some cases, runaway dogs require a fence check if they have already been neutered. Most dogs can be kept in with a 6 foot fence. It’s also possible to add temporary material on top of the fence without violating building codes.
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Another option for keeping your dog safe would be building a chain-link dog run. The run will provide shelter and keep him safe. It’s important not to misuse the dog run and only provide it as an option for when you leave the house for a specific amount of time. It is only to be used to keep the dog safe when the dog cannot be with you (Day,97).

In order to recognize the presence of the other, it is necessary to practice oneness of Body and Mind. Practicing in breath and out breath seven times per day will allow you to approach the person you love and look at them mindfully.
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Start your day with intention. If you practice this way with a lot of concentration and mindfulness, you will see that this person will open immediately.
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To be loved is to be recognized and you can do that several times a day (Hahn, 06).

Aside from natural dangers, cats suffer, even more from the greatest danger of all, humans.
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If you keep your cats indoors, your veterinarian bills will be considerably less and you’ll have peace of mind when it comes to safety.
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It is possible to train an outdoor cat to be an indoor cat by ignoring their requests to go outside. Another option is to set a routine of leash walking using a full body harness (Day, 97).

The Halo Bowls merge modern style and problem-solving to bring you and your cat together at home. These bowls are made of high quality ceramic, which makes them BPA Free, Lead Free, Dishwasher Safe, and Microwave Safe.
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This is a product that is meant to last for many years to reduce product waste and footprint. In addition, all US Workplace requirements are upheld.
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Culture points include the pursuit of mutual passion, the respect of healthy professional excellence, and the pride of high-caliber collaboration. .occupational.therapy

Cats love to be outdoors, but if they could comprehend the dangers, they would choose to stay inside. Almost all of the injuries and illnesses that occur in cats are a direct result of being allowed to roam outdoors. Such injuries include broken legs, fractured pelvis, and internal organ traumas, typically because they were struck by a vehicle.
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Abscesses and fight wounds are the result of battles for territory. Cats are solitary creatures who may stake out an area, several hundred yards around their living quarters. They will attempt to keep this area clear of any invading felines.
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Aggressive interactions among cats. Also promote the spread of contagious diseases. Feline leukemia, virus, infection, feline, immuno, deficiency, virus, and other severe upper respiratory infections are easily spread through bite wounds and make them vulnerable. There is no vaccine for FIV and many veterinarians question the reliability of the FELV vaccine (Day, 97).

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 11 Ounces (oz) is equal to 345 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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Stay connected with .occupational.therapy as we continue to grow in our knowledge and skill sets.

When socializing a shy dog, try using a fun run to get him to open up. Take your leashed dog with you on short walks or visits with friends. Limit the outings to 10 or 15 minutes initially and then gradually increase the time outside.
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Social training is a group obedience class that exposes dogs to people and other pets while teaching them that their caregivers’ actions are predictable.
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Words of approval are ways to reward your dog’s positive behavior with petting and lavish praise (Day, 97).

When you are really there, you have the ability to recognize the presence of the other. Recognizing the presence of the other is the second step. To love is to recognize; to be loved is to be recognized by the other. Ignoring the other’s presence is not true love.
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Perhaps your intention is not to ignore this person, but the way you act, look, and speak, does not manifest the desire to recognize the presence of the other.
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When we are loved, we wish the other to recognize our presence and this is a very important practice. The goal is to recognize the presence of the person you love several times each day (Hanh, 06).

The third and fourth month of a dog’s life are called the “socialization period.” They should have lots of positive exposure to a variety of strangers, other dogs and different environments.
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Training is important in order to avoid issues with control, temperament, aggressiveness, antisocial behavior, fearfulness, nervousness or untrainable behaviors.
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The National Association of Dog obedience has instructors to provide training. Classes such as these give your puppy the best chance to be an amazing adult dog (Day, 97).

We are covering easy measuring tips. When measuring, one can use the United States measuring system or the metric system.
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When measuring dry ingredients, 10 Ounces (oz) is equal to 315 grams. All measurements are level meaning the ingredient does not exceed over the top of the measuring tool. Use a knife or spatula to remove excess ingredient from the spoon.
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Stay connected with .occupational.therapy as we continue to grow in our knowledge and skill sets.