Chance upon this accidently. I love dogs, most of you know....and dogs and yoga are my hot passion today....and to blend them together seems like fun!
Dogs are natural dogi, they do not need to be taught how to stretch nor breath properly. they live life in the moment....these we all should learn from them..... no wonder dog owners are known to be happier and healthier, they learn to live like their dogs!
Doing Yoga at home can be a little challenging when your furry friend comes too close to you when you are practising. Though my dogs pretty much leave me alone when I do yoga, but there are times when they would come too close and I either have to stop to avoid hurting accidently. Maybe doga would be my answer. I should read up more about it and learn how to do yoga with my dogs!
Btw, Happy Lunar New Year to all Chinese friends out there!
Have a fantastic, prosperous and enlightening year ahead!
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
My plea...
Found out that yet another stray dog today got herself into trouble with the authorities by being too close to us humans. Someone complained that she loiters around housing estates and authorities are looking out for her and likely catching her soon. Most strays caught are likely put down, we can't blame the authorities as there are way too many out there and not enough homes for them. Besides, staying in flats (apartments), we are not allowed to keep big dogs. Makes it even more challenging for anyone who are trying to rehome/rescue tehm.
How is it that the stays are gettting so bold? Strays never get close to humans for as long as I can recall until recently that I hear of couple of strays that come so close to us. My guess is that these bold strays are probably fed by well meaning humans who took pity on them and fed them regularly. These dogs naturally got used to us, love us and hang around humans alot. Bad part is that they usually end up getting caught in the end by the very "species" whom they trusted most.
Really sad to hear news like that. This is the second one I know for the past 2 months and her situation is not known yet. We are looking earnestly now for a fosterer who can keep her until we find her a home.
If you have anyone in mind who can foster her, do contact me at my email pets.for.life@gmail.com
Lastly, STOP FEEDING STRAY DOGS...they cant get too close to humans. They can easily get caught and even abused by humans who don't fancy them or get in their way. Love them, Leave them alone. The toughest will survie, it has been like this centuries ago, so leave them be.
Sure hurts to see them hungry and cold but by feeding them, we are sending them nearer to their own "graves", though it can also be seen as a form of release for them eventually.....in any case, do what you feel is right.
I feel that what we can advocate for is to help them get spayed/neutered and return them back to where they belong. This I feel is the best way to help keep the stray population in check.
How is it that the stays are gettting so bold? Strays never get close to humans for as long as I can recall until recently that I hear of couple of strays that come so close to us. My guess is that these bold strays are probably fed by well meaning humans who took pity on them and fed them regularly. These dogs naturally got used to us, love us and hang around humans alot. Bad part is that they usually end up getting caught in the end by the very "species" whom they trusted most.
Really sad to hear news like that. This is the second one I know for the past 2 months and her situation is not known yet. We are looking earnestly now for a fosterer who can keep her until we find her a home.
If you have anyone in mind who can foster her, do contact me at my email pets.for.life@gmail.com
Lastly, STOP FEEDING STRAY DOGS...they cant get too close to humans. They can easily get caught and even abused by humans who don't fancy them or get in their way. Love them, Leave them alone. The toughest will survie, it has been like this centuries ago, so leave them be.
Sure hurts to see them hungry and cold but by feeding them, we are sending them nearer to their own "graves", though it can also be seen as a form of release for them eventually.....in any case, do what you feel is right.
I feel that what we can advocate for is to help them get spayed/neutered and return them back to where they belong. This I feel is the best way to help keep the stray population in check.
Friday, February 02, 2007
Food before Yoga ?
I have been told to go Yoga classes with empty stomach and have been doing it for a long time until recently, I got greedy 2 days ago and had a piece of Chinese New Year cookie before I head off for my morning class. Gosh, I felt terrible, like my stomach weigh a ton when i'm doing my morning practice. Alright, not a ton but really uncomfortable. Wonder if any of you have had experience like that. I know of a friend who actually eat free before class, I am actually amused when she told me as I would feel terrible if I do that...
Here's what i found out about food before Yoga, good as a guide, but best to listen to your own body and do what your body says feels good....Cheers!
In general, the stomach should be empty. Food in the stomach can reduce range of motion & energy level, which can affect your strength, stamina as well as your ability to concentrate. In general, before your yoga practice, wait 2-3 hours after eating meat; 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours after carbs/starches; 1/2-1 hour after fruits & veggies. Now you know the issues, and knowing your own metabolism and digestive system, you can make your best decision.
Here's what i found out about food before Yoga, good as a guide, but best to listen to your own body and do what your body says feels good....Cheers!
In general, the stomach should be empty. Food in the stomach can reduce range of motion & energy level, which can affect your strength, stamina as well as your ability to concentrate. In general, before your yoga practice, wait 2-3 hours after eating meat; 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours after carbs/starches; 1/2-1 hour after fruits & veggies. Now you know the issues, and knowing your own metabolism and digestive system, you can make your best decision.
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