Sunday, April 30, 2017
Journal Question #16
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Here's my dog, Luna. I've been thinking about animals lately, and how important animals (mostly dogs, but also wild animals, from deer to whales, and farm animals, from pigs to goats) have been in my life. I can't imagine my life without animals. How about you? Do you have a pet? Do you like to find and watch animals in the wild? Have you ever spent time on a farm? Talk about the role of animals in your life.
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- I have been a language teacher (ESL/ELL, French) for 30 years. I have taught in public and private schools, immersion programs, refugee programs, adult/continuing education, elementary, middle, and high school as well as university. Currently I teach ELL at a high school somewhere in New England.
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The animals are so important to me, they're like friends to me, especially dogs. I can't live without animals as well. I used to have a dog in China, my parents moved him after I left. My favourite dog is Hasky, I love them so much. I also like to find animals in the wild. Animals are like the family member in mylife
Animals are important, they are our friends. We have pets, mostly are dogs and cats. They live with us, they're part of our family. It's also same on the farm animals. Maybe they can't live with us, but they are still our friends, we can't do a lot of things without them, they're really important. I can't live without animals.
ReplyDeleteI have three tropical fish. They are smaller than their fingers. These fish swim around the cup every day, and I feed them for food. I think they are part of my family, I feel uncomfortable without them. I visited the farm, where there were horses, sheep and pigs. I like animals very much, but I think fish is the best pet for me.
ReplyDeleteI love animals, but I do not have pets, I will take the time to watch the animals in the field, I will keep a pet in the future. I think it is good to keep a pet, keep pets will not feel lonely, let us learn the meaning of responsibility, we have to be responsible for them, the world has a lot of abandoned pets, we have the obligation to give They are a home, so that they no longer wandering. We want to call on everyone to be responsible for their own actions, animals are also emotional. A large number of human hunting animals, so many animals become endangered animals, and even extinction, so we have to cherish the animals.
ReplyDeleteI used to have a dog. He was my best friend every time i got home. It made me felt like there is someone that are waiting for you at home, you need to come back fast. watch animals in the wild is my favorite activity but there isnt many forest or jungle near my home. I have spent time on a farm before but it was just 30 minutes. Animals can be either our pet or our friend that we can share our happiness or sadness withthem, they will stay there and hear everything you said even though they dont understand anything.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are our friends, we can not live without animals because they can bring happiness to us and get along with them can relax us. I have used to have dove and fish as my pet, they were cute and friendly. I very like to find and watch animals in the wild and play with them. My grandpa have a lot of animals in the country, every time I go to visit him, I will help him to take care of his animals.That's very interesting . I love animals and I hope everyone can love them and treat them well.
ReplyDeleteI used to have a pet.Pet as our human partner is our source of happiness and healthy life, for some lonely old man is conducive to their physical and mental health, to communicate with each other through pets make their lives more fulfilling. Raising pets can cultivate children's sense of responsibility, love and social skills. Pets can also bring unlimited fun, can promote people's physical exercise, providing the opportunity to communicate with each other
ReplyDeleteActually,I do not have a pet,even if they are adorable.Although every life has own thought,it is not easy to understand what they think.Sometimes,you will hear that the pet bits its owner deliberately,but its owner cares for pet as his son or family member occassionally.There is no doubt pet is our faithful friend.With the comparison of it,I prefer to find or watch wild animal.Once,I went to the beach to enjoy the vacation, there are group of seagulls laid down the beach waiting for a man who wanted to feed them with patience.I heard seagulls shouting like looking forward to eating grub.I appreciate their footloose life like flying everywhere unrestrainedly. I enjoy the nature，which can bring me joy and relaxed.Basically, an animal without freedom is controlled by others and it can not be indulgent.Give more free for pet!
ReplyDeleteAnimals are our friend. Animals and human being are the creatures on this plant. In America, the majority of family have pets. I believe everyone love pets, pets are your friends and part of your daily life. The wild animals have a lot of fun too. By watching them you can see the nature of them, like the wales jump through the ocean surface, etc. Animals and human being are the thing that makes this plant colorful!
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, animals like dogs, horses, cows... Are very important for our daily life. I have one dog and three horses. I have been around dogs, horses, cows, goats... all my life (when I went to ride my horse in the stable there where so many different animals. So YES, animals are super important for me and all my family. And wild animals the same, are important.
ReplyDeleteI am a special person who have never had a pet. There is a serious problem. I have allergy for animals. So I will get allergy if I touch any pets. But I always want to have a dog. A dog is the best friend with human-being. Dog is always honest to you. I enjoy a lot with horses in farm. I can feel the wild when I play with a horse. Even though I only have a little time with animals, but I enjoy it very much.
ReplyDeletePets in your life are supposed to reduce tension in family’s, and my dog does that exact thing in ours. Studies show that people with high blood pressure can reduce it by having a dog as a companion. Our dog is a huge part of our family. We do have different relationships with her like my Dad is the main caretaker of the dog and they have a stronger connection. My pet has maded my family happier is hard times and is a loved one in our family. The wild animals have a lot of beneficial to our lives. Like provide milk, meat, leather, work and transport... They are very important to us and we need them.
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My grandfather have a pet, and I like him very much. He is a Chow Chow dog, looks like a small lion, and very cute. He is clever also, I always play with him. I normally throw a ball and make him to get it. I use to go to a international fair and see the horse, cows, and sheep. It is very interesting, I like animals in my life, they brings me happy and make me learn about life more.
I had a pet when I was eight years old, it was a German shepherd, I liked it so much because I thought it was cute. But I couldn't take care of it very well, so my mom decided to give it to someone else. I was upset, but I wanted it to be treated better. I miss it so much.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are our friends. They have their own thoughts and behaviors. Some of animals like to stay with people such as dogs and cats. It's nice if you have a obedient dog home. You can take him for a walk and you have more fun things to do. Even I don't have a pet in my house because my parents think it's a troublesome thing to have a pet. Wild animals are mysterious because you don't what they are thinking. Animals are people's good friends. They can play with us and make our lives more interesting.
ReplyDeleteI think I can't imagine my life without animals too.Animals are humans friends,they are lovely.We are all live in this earth,we should be respect to each other.Even if they can't understand you.I don't have pet,but I would like to have a pet,my parents don't want a pet in our house ,they think it's dirty and they both are very busy,so they don't have time to take care of the pet.
ReplyDeleteI like to find and watch animals in the wild.I spent time in the farm before.
I don' t have pet, but I like animals. My dorm parents have two cat. Although they always come to my room without my permit, they are so cute. When I was come back home, the cat always stand behind the door. After I open the door, the car will go in with me. Pet is people's friend, we need to take care of them.
ReplyDeleteMany of you have your own pets. I never had a pet. To be honest, I don't like animals. Many people can't understand me because they think animals are our friends and they think they are cute and lovely. But I think animals are gross and dirty, they smell bad, and they poo everywhere and get drool all over everything which is disgusting.( Sorry... I know you guys all like animals, and some of you love them as love yourself, haha, but I am just saying what I thinking about..) I liked animals such as dogs and cats when I was a kid. Back then, I didn't like animals because I was genuinely afraid of them. I am very afraid that they hit me. Actually, this is the main reason that I don't like them. When I came to America, my point of view had a little changed. There are 3 cats and a dog living in our dorm, and most of the families in the U.S have their pets. After get alone with them, I feel much better with dogs and cats, I am not afraid them anymore. I am not sure that if I will have my own pet in the future, for now, I think it makes no difference in my life.
ReplyDeleteI have a pet a Labrador his name is Fred, I can't imagine my life without him, but he is not just a pet he is family member. I have been a farm but I don't really liked it for me it was dirty and the smell was gross. My favorite animal is a dog they are friendly and lovely.
ReplyDeleteI have an Alaskan malamut. She is about 2 years old. She is very friendly and cute. When she was 1 year old she is about 65 pounds. And now she is maybe 80 pounds. She grows up too fast and she eats so much food. When she was 3 months old, I brought her to my house from my parent's friend. She was just a little. But right now she is a big girl. I always play with her and she likes to go out and have fun with other dogs. I didn't go to farm before, but I think I would like there if I go there. I really like animals so I can't imagine if there are no animals.
ReplyDeleteI don't have a pet but I love animals so much especially dogs, dogs can play with you, you will not feel lonely. Dogs also can protect the house. I really like Corgi, I just talk to my parents few days ago said I want a Corgi dog. But they think is too much trouble, they don't have time to walk him. I farmed once it's fun but tired I preferred having dog at home than have a farm.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are humans' friends.If you train your pet,they can help people.Example,dog not only a good pet,it also can help police to find drugs in the bags,and dog can run very fast,so it can help police to catch bad gays.Guide dogs can lead the way for the blind.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are very important to me, I like animals, I do not have pets now, but I want to keep a dog. Animals are our friends, and if the conditions allow us to go to adopt the free-ranging dog, my parents allow me to keep pets, but the premise is that I have time to raise them.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are really important to us, and we can't live without animals. Animals can bee food for us, and some animals can be pet for us. We can make fun of them. They also bring us happiness. I have a dog and a cat. They are really important for me, because they grow up with me and they are parts of my childhood.
ReplyDeleteIn my family, we never have pets due to my family's nose issue. But luckily there are pets in my homestay family which gives me a chance to experience how it feels to have pets. I have been living with this family for almost 2 years. Living with pets is like living with a younger brother. It could be a nice experience when you are playing with them. But in the flipped side, it could be stink to clean up their pee and poop since they don't know where the bathroom is. But I still respect animals. In other words, I wouldnt just go in the jungle and look for animals when I might bother their lives. And some animals could be harmful for humans. I don't think having pets is bad at all, but due to various of reason I might not get pets in the future.
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ReplyDeleteI don't have a pet, but I kind of enjoy in this life without pet. But I like go to wild find and watch animals. When I was in primary school，my science teacher was taking us to farm for observe wild animals. Animals are kind of your close friends they always listen to you they don't give you any orders. Animals always give you support for anything.
I had two hamsters. Each one in a different time, but with the same name. The were both called Pufy. The first one died early, it only lived one week, so I didn't do nothing at all with him, but at least I saw him inside the hamster ball. The second hamster lived longer. For a month or longer, I had more fun but unfortunately he died because he had a tumor
ReplyDeleteI don't have a pet, but I like akita, because they are loyal and lovely deeply attracted me, in this world, because of the biological evolution promotes all kinds of creatures, enriched the world as a whole, although when I was small I raised a rabbit but because of the lack of care, the rabbit dead, have sequela later because I have been afraid to raise animals.
ReplyDeleteI think pet is important to me, keeping pets can make people live more healthy, more substantial, by walking the dog, playing with it, you can relax the spirit of the people.
ReplyDeletePets can protect the family and prevent the family from being stolen. Pet's hearing and smell are very sensitive to the owner of the family is very loyal, in the event of an accident, the pet will protect the owner.
Pet is important to people. They are a port of our life. I saw a movie before called "A dog's purpose". This a wondful movie this movie,show me what does the dog think. This dog reincarnation four times. But he always looking for his host. In the end, he find his host. And let him know he come back to host again. It is touching. When you watch this movie, you may think do you meet your pet befor. Are they sand with us befor. Take care about your pet, maybe for you it just is a pet, but you are it everything.
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ReplyDeleteI have a little rabbit as a pat when I was young. And I used to really want a dog for pet. I thought that I'm so lucky when I first know that my home stay family have a dog. It was a really pretty dog, but now in the spring, the dog get mud on it all the time, the white dog change into black and gray sometimes. After this experience, I don't really want a pet. I have never seen the wild animals before, but if I have chance, I will be so excited that I can see them. The most important role that animals in my live is food. I can't imagine what will happen if our food don't have animals anymore.
Animals play a very important role in this world. They are a necessary part of the biosphere. I like animals and I have a pet when I was young. He is a dog. He gave me a lot of fun. But I don't watch animals in the wild. But I am willing to do this. And I didn't spend time on farm, because I don't like some poultry. I think animals are people's friend, we should get along with them peacefully.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't live without animals. I am huge a fan animal documentary. I used to watch it everyday. For me it's incredible to watch other lives life, watch them live and die. If animals don't exist anymore, my my favorite documentary show will be gone with them. I would not be happy. I don't have any pet for now. For me pet is not just pet, they a friends for us.They have feeling.i never spend time on farm,But it would be fun to be there. Animals play a really important role in my life
ReplyDeleteI like animals very much, because these living things make world become more colorful. All the animals play a roll in the wild they do things to make sure the natural balance. I like to watch animals play around in the wild. I don't have any pats, bacause I don't want to pay too much attention on them.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are the best friend for the humans. I had a dog before. I called him the Fat Boy. He always eats a lot. And I spent a lot of time with him when I was young. But everything is changed when I grow up. I didn't spent the time to play with him anymore. And he gets older and older. Finally, I lose him when I was 14. I am so disappointed for it. But the time never come back. After the Fat, I don't have any pets until now. If someone want a pet for friend. Be patient and lovely. Everyone need to take care of their own pets. Whatever, they are old or young, beautiful or ugly.
ReplyDeleteI have two kittens in Korea. They are growing to cat. They are very small. I play with them. They sleep a lot of time. I been farm before. I see chicken, horse and many more. I ride horses. I like horse too. Animal is important to my life.
ReplyDeleteI like the animal dolls, but I don't really like the animals. I haven't had a pet. I think animals are cute, funny, and they are also good companions, but I don't feel comfortable when I live with them. I don't like animal's hair. I have the allergy for the fur. Although I don't like animals, but animals are really important to human' life. We can't live without them. I have been spending time in a farm, I don't like the smell. I just feel like I want to leave. Animals are cute, but they don't really suit me. But I will do a good person for protect them.
ReplyDelete"It's like without Animals, our life is going to be so boring." Some families have a dog in their home. I don't have one, but I can definitely think what they are. They're like our friends, be a part in our lives, bring an experience to us, be the one of our best memories. For all this We should say "thank you" to our pet. Animals are also like the people in your life, at least I think so. My uncle had a dog, he was like a loyal friend. As I was a child, he play with me almost all days. Even until now,the time with him is the memories I can't forget. I can't tell more about animals, it's like you don't have to see them everyday day, but maybe one day, you can't find them anywhere…you will miss them.
ReplyDeleteI like animals, but I do not like pets. They are too difficult to take care of, and sometimes do some unexpected things. But the animals are good. The earth's environment needs them, and humans also need to eat some of them as supplies. So, we can not do without animals, please do not hurt them.
ReplyDeleteAnimals are so important. I want to have a dog, so it can stay with me when my parents are not home. It can be my best friend, I can tell it a lot of things I can't tell others. Because it can't talk, it can be the best listener.
ReplyDeleteThanks, all, for your comments about animals, whom most if not all of you appreciate if not love.
ReplyDeleteWell, animals such as dog, cat… are humans' friends. I like both of them, they are very cute. If I feel lonely, I just touch them, than I will feel happy. Sometimes I can talk to them when I'm in sad. So dog and cat are my best animals.
ReplyDeleteI had a little white fog when I was very young. It's very cute as I can remember. Bur he was very angry as the people he met at first time. If you see him second time he will be very kind. I like to watch animals in the zoo. I can feed them some time. But I do not want to find them. Because no one or animal wants to be disturbed. I usually do not go to the farm because I do not like that smell. Animals are a very broad word. People are also a kind of animal. Animals play a lot of food, entertainment and communication as well as many other effects in our lives.
ReplyDeleteAnimal are human's friends, they are cute and make you happy all the time, also very helpful have them around your life. I like dog, I think dog is a loyalty friend, they are smart enough for you to teach them. I know a very cute dog is called Dixie, she is a very sweet and funny dog, she like to do funny things in the houses, sometimes she will steal our socks and put them together make a pile of it, we can't do anything about it. Anyway, she also is very sweet dog, she like me to pet her, sometimes she will jump on my lap and hug me. They are our friend, we are their whole world, so we need be responsible for them, take care them. I think not only learn from us, we also learned a lot from them. They brought a lot love and happiness to us, we can't live without them, not only in the life, in the works too. We have a lot of them work for us, they help us the best they can. I will never do something that hurt them.
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