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#bookreview ANIMAL FARM GEORGE ORWELL Finest fiction from George Orwell. Mr. Jones has Pigs, boar, sheep, cows, cat, horse, mare, goat, donkey, hen and few ducklings, in his Manor Farm. On an important meeting with White Boar (old major) in the farm, animals decide to attack Mr. Jones and lead the farm themselves, without any human interaction. They sing “Beasts of England” for their inspiration, and their thought of” Animalism” was high, that they succeed in chasing away Jones. Pigs - Snowball and Napoleon always have differences on every thought and discussion. Snowball teaches alphabets. Seven commandments to follow were neatly written and stuck in the barn, which most animal fails to read. Snowball gives ideas of constructing windmill, which Napoleon dislikes. On an encounter with other farmers /humans, Snowball gets hurt and no where to be seen thereon. Napoleon takes the perfect control of situation, keeps advising other animals, creating wrong impression about the unfound Snowball and slowly becomes their head. He takes new born pups, trains them, keeps few animals closer to him and becomes a ruler with his own laws. Nepoleon also deals with farmers outside his farm, ‘Animal Farm’ popularly as run only by animals, and benefits himself and his family. Later animals start understanding the cunningness of Pigs and dogs but fail to protest. It was too late for them to question or act about the exploitation they suffered which were no less than, what they had undergone with Jones. When a farm owner meets Napoleon and few higher rank animals for dinner, he says how Napoleon treated lower class animals wisely which even men should follow. When both farm owner and Napoleon fight during a game, all animals outside wonders which one is the pig!! Author has made beautiful narration on how craving for power at the cost of exploiting others happens. How the hard workers are poorly treated and misguided. How some people destroy others' life for their own benefits, without feeling guilty at all. How one thinks, he/she is only one deserving the royal treatment even without hardworking or doing ones work, but by simply manipulating or being favorite to higher ranks. Human thoughts shared as animal story. Neat, simple and clear book to read. Happy reading. #animal #readingcommunity #farm #fiction #inequality #hardwork

What’s so great about fishing? Seriously, I want to know. And before it’s too late. Because a leading fishing film maker and adventurer reckons the sport is just a few shorts years away from catastrophic decline. Jakub Vagner is the creator and face of shows for National Geographic and the Discovery Channel. He has also just launched his own catfish tackle brand that won four awards at Angling International LIVE in 2024. You would think he would be in the mood to celebrate, but he’s not. Vagner says two forces are threatening the future of fishing. The first is that it has lost its appeal to the younger generation. Simply, angling will have fewer consumers in the future. And secondly, there are what Vagner describes as ‘outside forces‘ that are against angling. And here he is talking about conservation groups that take extreme positions on animal welfare. The strength of these groups is building, especially in Europe where Vagner is based. Here’s the thing. If those are angling’s chief enemies, I‘m wondering if the sport has a problem of perception. Kids of the video game generation should love the opportunities for quests and shareable content that angling throws up. And conservation groups should be allies of anglers not their antagonists. So marketeers – we’ve seen the perils of a brand re-boot this week with the Jaguar faceplant, but if angling has similar issues, what would you do to to reposition it for a new demographic (without losing the current one)? And how would you connect it to conservationists so it has powerful supporters not enemies? And industry leaders – and fans of fishing – Vagner says we need to come together, and quickly. Marketing is all about stories these days. It feels like it’s time to share what’s so great about fishing, and before it’s too late.

Everyone say 'meh'! 🐐 On a recent trip to White Post Farm in Notts for an animal encounter, we spent some time petting the goats. I am not a huge fan due to the incessant bleating which gets on my nerves, but the rest of my family adore them. https://lnkd.in/edeZ9cwE Goats are fascinating animals with a rich history. The adjective caprine describes goats or goat-like. There are many idioms using the word goat eg 'get someone's goat' meaning to annoy or anger someone and 'acting the goat' meaning to behave in a silly way. The acronym GOAT means Greatest Of All Time, often to describe someone who has performed better than anyone else ever, especially in a sport. Goats were among the first animals domesticated by humans, around 10,000 years ago in the Middle East. There are over 300 recognised breeds of goats worldwide, varying significantly in size, appearance and function (meat, milk, fiber). The Boer goat, originally from South Africa, is considered one of the largest breeds. They are bred primarily for meat and can weigh up to 300 pounds (136 kg). A small breed is the Pygmy goat (in the video), also under 2 feet tall and weighing around 60 pounds (27 kg). The record for the longest-lived goat belongs to McGinty, who lived to be 22 years and 5 months old in the UK. The record for the highest jump by a goat is 4 feet, 10 inches, achieved by a goat named Rani in India. The Saanen goat breed is known for high milk production, sometimes yielding up to 3 litres per day. Goats are famously used as mascots by the British Army. For example, the Royal Welsh regiment has a long history of using a goat as its official mascot. These goats are typically chosen from a herd owned by the King, and they even receive ranks and care from dedicated handlers. Wild goats can be also found eg in the Cheviot Hills in Northumberland and Snowdonia in Wales.

Your Complete Guide: What Are Male Dogs Called in Various Contexts? Searching for ‘what are male dogs called’? The term is deceptively simple: ‘dogs.’ In this guide, you’ll discover the spectrum of names used for male canines in various scenarios including breeding, professional roles, and across different cultures. Key Takeaways Male dogs are commonly referred to as ‘dogs’, with specialized terms like ‘studs’ or ‘sire’ used […] The post Your Complete Guide: What Are Male Dogs Called in Various Contexts? appeared first on FurLyfe!. 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲!

*Pets are the best! Happy National Pet Day to all who celebrate, and their pets (who definitely celebrate)! Get your pet(s) a coffee, a treat and tell them how much you love them. *Data Monsters excluded. #datamanagement #datamonster #notapet #nationalpetday #dogs #cats #fish #rabbits

We've really enjoyed engaging with councils across New Zealand to explore how Doggone's innovative solution enhances their dog registration and animal management initiatives. A standout has been sharing findings from the Callaghan Innovation-funded study, which not only analysed council resource use for managing roaming dog reunites, but also demonstrated the proven ROI that Doggone delivers. We’re excited to connect with forward-thinking councils to provide tailored ROI projections and showcase how Doggone can streamline operations, reduce costs, and create better outcomes for both your team and the community. Curious to learn more? Let’s start the conversation. #dogregistration #animalmanagement #dogs #technologyforgood #SMS #callaghaninnovation #research #ROI #returnoninvestment #resourcesavings #localgovernment #nzcouncils #regulatory #compliance #doggone

We've really enjoyed engaging with councils across New Zealand to explore how Doggone's innovative solution enhances their dog registration and animal management initiatives. A standout has been sharing findings from the Callaghan Innovation-funded study, which not only analysed council resource use for managing roaming dog reunites, but also demonstrated the proven ROI that Doggone delivers. We’re excited to connect with forward-thinking councils to provide tailored ROI projections and showcase how Doggone can streamline operations, reduce costs, and create better outcomes for both your team and the community. Curious to learn more? Let’s start the conversation. #dogregistration #animalmanagement #dogs #technologyforgood #SMS #callaghaninnovation #research #ROI #returnoninvestment #resourcesavings #localgovernment #nzcouncils #regulatory #compliance #doggone

The Responsible Hunter: Making Ethical and Strategic Shots As a hunter, it's essential to understand that your role goes beyond just capturing or harvesting animals. Your responsibilities include ensuring a quick and humane harvest, making clean and strategic shots, and appreciating the animal's value. Unfortunately, during archery season, it's common to see animals suffering due to poorly placed shots. In fact, studies suggest that up to 50% of recovered deer have suffered unnecessarily due to rushed or poorly executed shots. To promote a culture of responsible hunting, it's crucial to prioritize conservative and thoughtful approaches when harvesting animals. This not only protects the animal from unnecessary suffering but also ensures the hunter's safety. Remember, as a hunter, you have a duty to: · Make clean and strategic shots · Harvest animals quickly and humanely · Appreciate the animal's value and respect its life · Prioritize conservative and thoughtful approaches

Back in year six, I had to write a report and create a presentation on the history of the American presidency. I chose to discuss all of the presidents that had #pets during their time in The White House. And, I had to explain why this matters. Why would people care if their president had a dog / cat / donkey / bear cub / cow / goat / turkey / horse / fish / chicken / pig / squirrel / bobcat / alligator? https://lnkd.in/g3Y2wV8M (Most) people love animals. Animals make people smile. Pets are scientifically proven to make humans feel better. https://lnkd.in/g8w7fZNf It quickly shows you have qualities that people want in leaders. 🐶 Want to build trust? 🐱 Want to connect with others? 🐴 Want to show others in a very concrete way you are capable of aroha, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and all of the things people want from #leaders, in #relationships, and from life in general? A super easy way to do all of these things is to show you love, or at least appreciate, our animal friends. It was a delight to see that our friends Wellington City Council popped a pic of Zuri and Sunny's new giraffe calf into their recent Long Term Plan consultation document. The only thing more effective than animals in getting people's attention is BABY ANIMALS. Even Hilary Bryan - who is not wild about animals, generally speaking - snapped a pic of this for me in her How Local Government Works #workshop with WCC yesterday. 🦒❤️ Talk about your pets. Ask people about theirs. Add animal pics into your presentation. And, if you want to crank the dial up to eleven, you can follow in former President Calvin Coolidge's footsteps and get a pet raccoon named Rebecca https://lnkd.in/gj67P_pZ) #leadership #animals #trustbuilding #relationshipbuilding #connection #authenticleadership #growthmindset #learninganddevelopment

🐶Dogs are more than just pets—they're family, protectors, and cultural icons. 🐾 The U.S. leads with 90 million pet dogs, where the Labrador Retriever reigns supreme. In Brazil, the Fila Brasileiro is the national pride, while China, despite its one-dog policy, has over 54 million pups. From Japan’s pet-friendly culture to India’s sacred relationship with dogs, these loyal friends hold a special place in our hearts everywhere. 🌍🐕 #Global #Dogs #DogBreeds #DogLovers #PetCare #FurryFriends #PetOwner #WorldVisualized #VisualData #GlobalFacts #WorldData #DataVisualization #Charts #Statistics #CanineCulture Source: worldpopulationreview.com