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_{Karma does exist. Will it return its reward on these a-holes? I think it is already is. As you said the guests at the ceremony were turned off by their actions. Do you think that if one of these a-holes turned up in an hour of need requesting help for themselves that their actions would be forgotten/ readily forgiven by those who witnessed it?}

_{Karma is quite simple. Live your life creating crap and you live with crap. Live your life creating good and you live with good.}

also anyone doing evil will have had evil done to them, making them do evil in return. Evil is contagious and it takes strength to break the chain.

Karma does not exist ...... as you can see throughout history where evil people lived a long life and died peacefully.

Sure.

But did they die happy? And what happened after?

What has dying happy got to do with it? After there is no after?, do dogs die happy, why can only humans have karma, all B/S as usual Karma, God, Lepricorns etc etc all the same nonsense wrapped up in mystical crap.

must be great having all the answers!

Plenty of bad people, dishonest/corrupt people, unpleasant people, violent people, etcetera would have balance sheets way in their favour.

they will have to repay it one day IF they want to spiritually evolve.

..... I wonder if bad dogs get what's coming to them also.

Karma applies to those who know they are doing wrong. Dogs know nothing.

yes karma is always chosen, it's called guilt!

I beg to differ on that "just" title. All of my dogs have been, as I put it, 100% purebred dog and have displayed none of the health issues, personality issues and genetic problems that many overbred dogs that people seem to think are so valuable have. My dog Scruffy, a gorgeous white fluffy dog, lived to the ripe old age of 16. All of my current dogs are extremely fit, healthy, happy and friendly 11 year old dogs. I expect, unless something catastrophic happens, they will live to at least 16.

These dogs are supremely adapted to their environment and make great, loyal, loving and healthy pets.

Fair dues. I would agree

yes just soi dogs.

pitbulls are very human friendly but are incredibly strong so if not trained they will be a handful. I would rather have a trained and socialized pitbull around my kids than a soi dog any way!

You're right insofar as its easier to trust "trained and socialised" dogs.

HOWEVER, I'd trust the soi dogs before some of the dogs with owners here!

Generally, soi dogs rely on people for food, so are v people friendly. I've never yet come across an aggressive (to people) soi dog.

I say that because my bk mix when woken or forced to move he will growl and bite. He does not break the skin but that is the instinct. And there are loads of long haired soi dogs that I bet you can get at 7 weeks and properly socialise but will have less tolerance to a 4 year old pulling their tail and ears than a pitbull. Not only have pitbulls been bred to never bite humans no matter what - this was paramount importance with such a dog, and are very human friendly, they have a very high pain tolerance and are very confident. This means they are not bothered by much. They don't fear bite.

Saying that I would not have one because I don't want the hand bags at dawn scuffles my soi dogs have at the beach etc to be a pitbull killing a dog!

pitbulls are very human friendly but are incredibly strong so if not trained they will be a handful. I would rather have a trained and socialized pitbull around my kids than a soi dog any way!

the Staffordshire BT used to be called a pitbull but they changed it and then bred for showing and for a family pet. In America the American Staffordshire BT was the show line and the American PBT was the fighting line. Saying that, all the afore mentioned breeds can be dog aggressive and all, with early socialisation, can and should be not dog aggressive. Any dog can be made dog or human aggressive.

What people often do not realize is that when the 'bull and terrier' was working for the butcher bringing down the animals it was important that the handler could grab the dog by the tail or leg and pull the dog off WITHOUT THE DOG TURNING ON THE HANDLER. Same with the fighting pit, there is a referee and the handlers must be able to pull the dog off regardless of how much red mist was in the dog's eyes. Any human needed to be able to do this and the dogs were bred for this. Therefore instinctively the pitbull breeds are not human aggressive at all. And in fact were known as the 'nanny' breed as children could do anything to the dog without a problem. Obviously if some psycho tortures it then it will become aggressive.

is this system good enough for streaming rugby etc?

I doubt it. Mobile internet in thailand is good for surfing, but live-streaming video? Landline internet is better.

problem is that I have no opportunity for a landline...

A CAT CDMA USB modem is consistently you best bet for a wireless solution around Phuket.

Price is around 800THB / Mo for unlimited.

I don't know what their terms are (work permit or not)

but it doesn't hurt to bring a Thai friend with you.

It's 850 baht/mo for unlimited internet. If you go into Central Festival, CAT requires the work permit. The one in Patong beach said if no work permit, must prepay. Not sure if that has changed. I got mine almost 6 months ago.

and what is the speed?

Theoretically, 3.1 Mbps down and 1.x up. . And I've downloaded torrents, etc with this connection. The speeds are more than acceptable for everyday hi-speed use. Either that, or you pay 1-2 baht per minute at the internet shop.

I suggest buying the mifi. And if they are still running the 2 month free promotion, then definetly get it. It allows for more flexibility, especially if you have a wifi phone or will be using it for business.

Make sure you go into the connection settings and "force EVDO only". You'll know what i'm talking about when you get setup. Otherwise, the connection tends to drift from EVDO to 1x, even if evdo is readily available.

is this system good enough for streaming rugby etc?

I live in phuket and would like the setanta satellite channel from Jsat. I am going to put the satellite on the roof of my apartment. I am aware that Jsat don't install it for private residences. Has anyone got it and if so who did you use to install it? Can I buy the equipment 2nd hand and then get some one to install it?

Hello All,

My wife and I are looking for a Bangkaew breeder. Prefer not to purchase one of these dogs from some vendor in JJ Market but someone where we can see the parents and siblings. We live in Suphanburi and can travel most anyplace here in Thailand in order to find a quality Bangkaew. Cheers in advance for any tips!

BM

this kennel say they have bred for temperament and they have good looking dogs;

Chumsangsongkram Kennel Phitsanulok , Thailand. www.chumsang.net

Also this kennel have arguably the best looking dogs and are from the famous BK

http://www.bangkaewthailand.com/

If you use the internet connection and get VPN,

Then a TV box sending it to your TV.

Often you can download program for free or for a small fee get it directly or save it, for you to decide when you like to watch it, when you wanted.

Even on a tablet if that is better for you....

Find a computer friend to set it up for you, if you don`t feel you can do it...

VPN is only the conduit by which to receive, in this case, an internet media connection. Doesn't solve the problem of the actual source finding though, which can be expensive if talking about say 'Slingbox' routing (as an example) Sky TV from the UK. Additionally, though these systems do work, they're dependent on consistent internet reception quality.

For all of it's sins, True still offers the broadest range of programming and quality in Thailand (don't know where the original OP gets his on-screen ads from, because the only 'in programme' advertising that I've ever seen are actually from the US originating channels such as Fox etc). I never get them in any of the core movie channels such as 42,43,44,45 and 121). Incidentally, Formula 1 racing has been shown consistently on Channel 108 (ESPN).

True certainly isn't perfect, but for the broad (and Thai) content, consistency (i.e. no mid programme channel changes as frequently happens in cable), and quality of reception (particularly with the HD channels available), it's the best of what's not a very good deal.

If you have a source of good quality downloaded TV and films to watch as a back up, it's as good as it gets. The best media is available for free.

is there any rugby, apart from the world cup, on it though?

Al Jazeerah news is not only biased, but boring. BBC (just for one) is much better, but to each his own.

Its just biased the opposite way to most of the others

check Russia Today for an excellent anti-anglo-American slant.

hi bangkaew

please welcome to my kennel if you like to see with your eyes.i dont want to advertise myself here but whom wants to travel for a weekend can come my kennel and picnic here.i am only 1 farang here and happy to see new friends around.

This is a copy of a post I have written before on TV in response to a similar question. I would also recommend picking up the pup at around 8 weeks old.

2011-07-21 02:47:11

It would not be worth considering a long haired or short haired GSD especially in Thailand. In Australia, as an ethical breeder you don't breed from long haired, short haired or white GSD as they are faults, even though some of the public liked them and often you would see them selling for more in the newspaper than what you would pay for a GSD of a good standard with breed survey, hip x ray etc, through an ethical breeder in the GSD club.

A GSD should have a double coat, both an undercoat and outercoat. They were originally breed from a variety of German sheep dogs, some with long coats, others with short coats. The long and short coats are just a throwback to the original stock. Considering the working heritage of the GSD breed, there are valid reasons for considering some coats faulty.

The accepted standard coat is the most maintenance free and weather resistant. This is why it is the preferred coat type and was the only type allowed under the standard. When I was in the GSD club in Australia there was talk of some countries possibly allowing long haired with undercoats to be breed and showed. While writing this, I thought I would do some research and found this very interesting site. http://www.aboutgerm....php?page_id=60 So now since 1st Jan 2011 long haired are recognized if they have an undercoat, but can't be breed to one with standard stock hair length.

A short coat, also known as a "close coat" or "mole coat" usually has little to no undercoat, which reduces insulation against heat and cold and less water resistance, which are important to a dog working outside in all sorts of weather.

The true long coat usually doesn't have an undercoat. This fault can allow the dog to get sunburn and it also reduces its water resistance and insulation properties. Plus, the long outer coat is more prone to matting, picking up burrs, etc...

The bias against coats is not some nitpicking . It is respect for the breed standard. The coat requirements of the breed standard are not there just for some arbitrary reason or because someone thinks they look trendy. They are there for a very good reason when we consider the origin, heritage and purpose of this breed.

There are many more things to think about when buying your GSD such as temperment, hip dysplasia, etc but most importantly is socializing, feeding getting all its shots from the vet and training your pup correctly.

The worst place to purchase a pure bred dog would be somewhere like Chatuchak market as dogs that end up here are not only normally bred in factories that pump out as many dogs as possible, with no concern for the quality, or welfare of the parents or puppies, but may be cross bred. They also would have a lot more chance they have come into contact with distemper or some other disease that will kill or effect the dog for life.

let's hope tekinsabana is an ethical breeder

would love to buddy but live in Phuket! You should do a youtube video...

This is a copy of a post I have written before on TV in response to a similar question. I would also recommend picking up the pup at around 8 weeks old.

2011-07-21 02:47:11

It would not be worth considering a long haired or short haired GSD especially in Thailand. In Australia, as an ethical breeder you don't breed from long haired, short haired or white GSD as they are faults, even though some of the public liked them and often you would see them selling for more in the newspaper than what you would pay for a GSD of a good standard with breed survey, hip x ray etc, through an ethical breeder in the GSD club.

A GSD should have a double coat, both an undercoat and outercoat. They were originally breed from a variety of German sheep dogs, some with long coats, others with short coats. The long and short coats are just a throwback to the original stock. Considering the working heritage of the GSD breed, there are valid reasons for considering some coats faulty.

The accepted standard coat is the most maintenance free and weather resistant. This is why it is the preferred coat type and was the only type allowed under the standard. When I was in the GSD club in Australia there was talk of some countries possibly allowing long haired with undercoats to be breed and showed. While writing this, I thought I would do some research and found this very interesting site. http://www.aboutgerm....php?page_id=60 So now since 1st Jan 2011 long haired are recognized if they have an undercoat, but can't be breed to one with standard stock hair length.

A short coat, also known as a "close coat" or "mole coat" usually has little to no undercoat, which reduces insulation against heat and cold and less water resistance, which are important to a dog working outside in all sorts of weather.

The true long coat usually doesn't have an undercoat. This fault can allow the dog to get sunburn and it also reduces its water resistance and insulation properties. Plus, the long outer coat is more prone to matting, picking up burrs, etc...

The bias against coats is not some nitpicking . It is respect for the breed standard. The coat requirements of the breed standard are not there just for some arbitrary reason or because someone thinks they look trendy. They are there for a very good reason when we consider the origin, heritage and purpose of this breed.

There are many more things to think about when buying your GSD such as temperment, hip dysplasia, etc but most importantly is socializing, feeding getting all its shots from the vet and training your pup correctly.

The worst place to purchase a pure bred dog would be somewhere like Chatuchak market as dogs that end up here are not only normally bred in factories that pump out as many dogs as possible, with no concern for the quality, or welfare of the parents or puppies, but may be cross bred. They also would have a lot more chance they have come into contact with distemper or some other disease that will kill or effect the dog for life.

let's hope tekinsabana is an ethical breeder

hi,heart worms come with mosquitos.Blood parasites come with ticks.I am doing dog farm in thailand for 3 yrs now and after a big battle i won the game against ticks.And GSD rottweiler and dobermans are too weak again intestinal infections.i highly recoment to spray bayticol around the house.you can use it on ur pet also.it works.

what breeds do you 'farm'?

Thanks for the advice guys, i do appreciate it... i'm not put off by it, i understand that they will need regular vet visits to keep them healthy.

We found a breeder now and have selected our dog, i'm gunna give him another week or two before we collect him, he's 9-10 weeks old right now, but i prefer to leave it as close to 12 weeks as possible, we gotta puppy-proof the house and garden now and get all the bits we need to welcome him home.

They reckon 7 weeks is the best age now. No doubt it will be a different age next year.

@overherebc I sent you a pm.

Thanks for the link, the classified sites were not helpful but the link to the GSD Association is interesting, i will contact them.

Thanks for your help, apologies for my lousy spelling

Like you I have always been a fan of the GSD. Grew up with them and nearly always had one as a family dog, you can't beat them on that score.

Out in Thailand they do take a lot more looking after on the health side though. They don't, similar to many pure breeds, have the ability to shake of so easily the problems that don't seem to bother Thai dogs, vet's bills out here are not too cheap. A few years ago I gave away 4 dogs that my shepherd fathered with a thai dog and those pups grew up nearly as big as him and each one is now the top dog in the areas they went to. Tough as nails with all the fathers good nature side. I have a female GSD at the moment and am looking for a male to get some pups but am seriously thinking about maybe using a good thai dog to do stand in if I can't find a GSD male. If I find a good male I will keep you in mind.

I know a thai family that have a GSD x bangkaew and he is a beautiful dog. Do not know why but he is a golden colour with the mane of a lion but as big as a GSD. A bit aloof but sound temperament.

Are they not pretty high energy for an apartment or have I got that wrong?

@F1fanatic

No doubt but he does happen to have a very timid temperament but obviously that can not be guaranteed in a soi dog, no matter how skinny!

Always thought the Navara had the best looking front-end of any if the TH pickups...don't know much about engine and safety specs, however.

I would agree and I thought that way back in 04 in the UK when the Warrior was all the rage. Was delighted to discover that the best looking truck was also the cheapest when I went to finally buy one(Navara) . Hope they do not feminise the look when they give it a face lift.

I know it is not the same, but some of those small brown dogs here I think are a bit like whippets. I have one and when he runs, very fast too I might add, he looks exactly like a whippet IMO.

thanks for the replies,i was thinking because he has a double coat could he be sweating,our drive is clean,the garden is free from shit,he has stopped digging holes to keep himself cool through the day,comes inside the house in front of a fan and sleeps on a wooden floor in our bedroom.one thing i did notice he smelled as if he had b.o.when he was smelling the scent of a bitch on heat.when we lived in the uk only shower about 3times a week now its every day so for a dog to go more than a week,he shouldnt be much diff.to us.

Always had a shower once a day in the UK! The Thais have a minimum of 2 I think, often 5.

We shampoo the dogs 2x a week and they have great coats. That is because we live in an apartment but in the tropics and them running about every day I think I would do it at least once a week regardless , unless they were outdoors dogs.