The "Dog Whisperer" has worked his magic once again.
This time, Cesar Millan, famed dog behavioural expert, successfully coaxed an aggressive dog into taking its first walk and bath in seven years.
The star of the popular TV show "Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan" visited Animal Lovers League(ALL) shelter in Pasir Ris on Monday, where he did a quick workshop and live demonstration to teach volunteers how to handle common behavioural problems in dogs.
That was when he was alerted to the case of Mango, a nine-year-old dog, which had been too frightened to leave its kennel since it was left at the doorstep of ALL seven years ago.
Volunteers recounted how when they tried to take it for a walk or shower, Mango would react aggressively, threatening to bite anyone who got too close. Eventually, the volunteers backed off completely, not wanting to agitate him further.
"Mango learnt that if he puts up a fight and he shows the most vicious face, people will stop. So he learnt how to control people. But people need to learn that before they see peace, they're going to see this kind of behaviour. That's what I taught the volunteers — that all this is ok," Millan explained.
He then continued to say that Mango's problem also stemmed from his refusal to be leashed. To help Mango get used to a leash, Millan patiently presented him with a leash, putting it close to him and allowing the dog to feel it. When Mango finally calmed down, Millan put on the leash and led Mango out of the kennel, to the amazement of the volunteers.
"To me, it's an honour to take the dog out and show Singapore to Mango in one day," said an excited Millan. "A Mexican guy showing a Singaporean dog what Singapore looks like, and in rollerblades too!"
Christine Bernadette, volunteer coordinator at ALL, expressed how happy she felt for Mango, saying that he "looked so happy" touching grass and getting wet for the first time.
Millan who emphasises the importance of "exercise, discipline and affection", also advised dog owners who live in apartments to walk their dogs more since the space constraints prevents them from getting sufficient exercise.
Tuna extinction?!
I've been looking at the papers, getting updates from WWF and even seeing posters at bus stops
saying that tuna is being overfished
They are greatly threatened!
In addition, longline fisheries also not only ctach tuna, but other fishes like sharks, dolphins and seabirds
The Bluefin tuna is already on the verge of extinction,
and it won't be long before other species of tuna are dragged along with it!
Well, one thing we can do is to reduce or maybe even stop the consumption of tuna
It really isn't a staple food of our country. We can spread many other things on our bread can't we?
So let's do our part to save the TUNA ok?
Hey guys!
So did you remember to turn off the lights during Earth Hour?
Well, saw this online and I think it's great to show you guys!
Look at the difference!
It certainly did do a part to save electricity, and in turn save and environment and wildlife :)
Since it's the year of the dragon for 2012, lets zoom into the Komodo Dragons!
Komodo Dragons
Komodo dragons' saliva contains large amounts of bacteria, which poisons their victims, usually within 24 hours. Komodo dragons will eat almost anything they find, including already dead animals, deer, water buffalo, pigs, smaller Komodo dragons, and occasionally humans!
There were once many Komodo dragons in the world, but their numbers are down to only a few thousand now. They have suffered from hunting by humans, as well as natural disasters, loss of habitat, and less available prey.
They are considered an endangered species.
What you can do to help them!
Don’t buy products made of Komodo dragon skin such as purses or bags because a Komodo has been killed for it.
Don’t buy timber or wood from the Island of Komodo because it decreases the dragons’ habitat.
Don’t buy animal products from the Island of Komodo because it decreases the dragons’ prey.
When you go to Komodo as a tourist, avoid harming these creatures.
Hey guys! I'm back But this time...I'm quite depressed after seeing this video clip and of how cruel people can actually be to poor creatures In this case, dolphins... Japanese people killing dolphins for FOOD?! oh my....
yea hope all you guys can go take a look, and please help educate ur loved ones on this So that future generations will not do the same to harm these innocent lives and God's masterpiece :(
The Snow Leopard is the highly endangered one. Their skin, bones and organs are valuable for Asian medicine. Humans have also pushed their livestock into the snow leopard's habitat. This damages the environment, and their preys also die out, hence leading to the snow leopard's death.
<-- Priscilla -->
You can call me the animal lover
Hahas
Tryin to make a difference in wildlife =)
I can't tolerate people who are cruel to animals
So make sure you treat animals with care! ><
A little help goes a long way! =D
Dreams
To have a dog
To be a Vet
Get to volunteer in the SPCA
Learn how to ride a horse
To work in the Singapore Zoo (zoo keeper)
To contribute to the welfare of animals
The "Dog Whisperer" has worked his magic once again.
Hey guys here's a sneak peak of this month animal! :D
Hey guys, I've had a really strong urge again to start doing a part for the environment!
A Leopard can't change its spots
Hey guys! I'm back again!
