When I was asked to write a guest post, I debated about a topic. Collectibulldogs.com has a wonderful collection of bulldog artwork, ceramics, glass, and books. Wiggles, the CEO, is a handsome bulldog and would serve well as a model for new art. Since this is about bulldogs, writing about their history came to mind, but they were bred to participate in a cruel sport that I would rather forget. Today we have these loveable, loyal, stocky, muscular creatures with a squashed wrinkled face that is…
Pit bulls when first bred were intended to be a family dog. Then someone who thought that they should use this breed in dogfighting, creating the stereotype we know today. There is a big argument about pit bulls and if they are dangerous to the public. Many say that they should be band everyone to own a pit bull. Then on the other side of the argument, people say they are loyal and super friendly. It is a controversial subject among certain groups of people. Pit bulls have many likable traits…
Pit Bulls Should Not Be Banned Pit bulls are often called violent dogs. They are stigmatized as the breed often known as fighting dogs. These dogs are singled out to be restrained or banned and are put to death just for their breed. In Lafayette, Louisiana, two men were arrested for dog fighting and fifty-seven pit bulls were confiscated. Some of the confiscated dogs had scars from fighting, and just because of the breed’s reputation, all of the dogs were considered dangerous. The Louisiana…
The three advertisements are very much alike. They all contain the three persuasive appeals, pathos, logos, and ethos but in different ways. All the advertisements employed a labrador puppy to help establish the three different appeals. However, each advertisement used the labrador in different ways to appeal to the audience in different ways, either to be informed,persuaded, or entertained. The first advertisement, “2015 Budweiser Super Bowl commercial” attacked the audience with an…
Every dog needs a collar, but, there are many styles and types of collars out there that it can be overwhelming for a dog owner to sort through and research all of the variety of collars available. This article will explain many of the most common collars available as well as their uses. Please note in this article I am not advocating or discouraging any one type of collar and when choosing a collar it should be based on the owners needs as well as the needs of the dog, taking into…
We uncover new similarities between the modern world and the ancient world every day. An interesting part of ancient Roman history was the Roman appreciation for animals. Just as people all over the world today do, many Romans owned pets, especially dogs. Dogs are the second most commonly owned pet in the world today, after cats (which were actually not kept as pets in the Roman empire). Although dogs were owned more for their guarding and hunting skills in the Roman Empire rather than their…
One of the biggest decisions someone could ever do is whether to adopt a dog from a rescue group or buy a puppy from a breeder. There are several major differences to consider before making a final choice. While both are viable options, the differences and similarities between adopting and purchasing animals are pronounced and deserve a thorough investigation before choosing the right course of action for your lifestyle. Three of the major variations between adopting and purchasing dogs are the…
Oddly, the group I analyzed was mixed with all kinds of different people. These contrasting personalities all bonded over the one thing they all had in common: their dogs. Even if they had a dog entirely opposite of another, they still found a common topic that had to do with their canines. The diverse range of people who attend the dog park was tremendous. A conversation between two people that stood out the most to me was between a hippie and a construction worker. The construction worker…
By our sides, dogs have been around for centuries. The relationship between dogs and humans has changed over time. Dogs have changed over time because they have become pets. Dogs have become pets and joined many families around the world. Wolves evolutionized into dogs and became close to humans. Wolves would snack on human leftovers from meals and this caused for the pups that were born to be used to eating human food. At one time in the time, dogs were workers for humans and were not allowed…
What is a First Responder really? Some may say he is a civil servant while others may think he is a modern-day sheepdog [protector of others, aka. the sheep]. Personally, I agree on both accounts, furthermore, they exemplify the verse John 15:12-13 (English Stand Version), “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” A First Responder is self-less, servant like, willing to die for…