SGC Admin: Halloween is a fun time, where things out of the ordinary are going on… :) However, for some of our furry family member’s it can be as scary as a thunder-storm…
Check out the following tips on keeping your furry family member feeling as safe and loved as he/she truly is on this coming “All Hallow’s Eve”… :)
Don’t force fluffy to face her fear, if she wants to run and hide that’s o.k..
Don’t get yourself all in a tizzy, it will only make fluffy worse… speak calmly and reassure her all is well.
If you have a t-shirt handy for Chester, put it on him, it might just give him the sense of security he needs
This could be the perfect time to go over some of those tricks you have been teaching Chester, it will get his mind off all of the noise and the reward of his absolutely favorite treat is sure to distract him…
Pop on some classical music, or give furry filly a tummy massage, :) everyone will be feeling relaxed in no time.
Source: Whitby This Week Advertising October 22 2015:
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Tru Country & Garden:Equine feed & tack: Livestock feed: Farm Supplies: http://www.TRUCountryandGarden.ca: Two locations: Orono: Grafton:
The Animal Guardian Society (TAGS): Registered Charitable Pet Rescue. Always on the look out for loving foster homes… all expenses paid. 905-263-tags (8247)
In astrology, the moon is connected to our emotions and reactions… how we are feeling on a given day may well be influenced by the sign that is visiting the moon… Each sign stays with the moon for up to 2.5 days…. :)
The Moon Void-off-Course:
There are times throughout the month when the moon isn’t fully immersed in any sign… this is when we say the moon is Void off Course… and when this occurs, we may feel “foggy” and “unfocused” … We may not be sure how we are truly feeling about a situation or a person…. Therefore it is not recommended that we make long-term commitments or important decision’s while the moon is Void off Course…. However there are 4 signs in the zodiac which may prove positive during the Void-off-Course moon…
Good for Void-Off-Course Moon:
These v/c signs may prove to be quite productive times.
Cancer
Taurus
Sagittarius
Pisces…
Opportunity Periods (thanks to astrologer Jim Shawvan):
There are other periods throughout the month that are known as opportunity periods, when it can prove to be a positive time for most people, however if you have challenging aspects happening within your own chart you may not be able to make use of opportunity periods.
Thanks to Jim Shawvan present day astrologer, William Lilly 17th century astrologer and Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide for opportunity periods.
Moon Sign: Gemini: October 29 @ 2:24 am (ET) October 28 @ 11:24 pm (PT)
Moon Phase: 3rd
Void-off-Course: October 30 @ 10:52 pm (ET) 7:52 pm:(PT) toOctober 31 @5:09 am (ET) 2:09 am (PT)
House(s) 8th & 9th:8th house of, sex, shared money & mergers, matters psychotherapy, surgery, and how we deal with loss/death. 9th house of travel and knowledge.
Opportunity Period: October 30 5:07 pm (ET) 2:07 pm (PT) to October 30 @ 10:52 pm (ET) 7:52 pm:(PT). A good time for clear thinking.
What does it all mean?
Gemini is an air sign and needs lots of stimuli. She is ruled by Mercury.
We may find we are trying to do multiple things at once, which may not go exactly as we may have planned.
Could be lots of chit chatting going on, and some of us may have to make a concerted effort to listen instead of chat.
Caution is advised when doing up letters, emails and relaying messages, as much as we may think we have it right, it’s better to check one more time
In the 8th house: Some folk may need some time to recuperate after surgery… hopefully the healing will be swift and complete. Dealings regarding our material security may be in focus. Could be a good time to check over insurance policies and finances. Those affected by this placing may be feeling more emotionally sensitive during this time. Patience may be required from those with Earth influences.
In the 9th house: Thoughts of travel could be on our minds… Learning something new can spark our interest..And for some who lucky enough, combining travel with business for the sake of learning something may be on the agenda.
It’s a good time to get those lists and notes made up… we can feel good about putting pen to paper now.
Boredom may be at our door step and we may feel more restless than usual.
This moon sign will have more of an effect on those who have the following in their charts.
The Regional Municipality of Durham Region,Forests Ontario and Raw Materials Company have all come together to encourage the planting of trees throughout the region… Collectively they hope to reach the goal set out in the Durham Community Climate Change Local Action Plan.
On June 3, Durham council endorsed Raw Marterials Comapany as a corporate champion for the tree program.
The company will now donate $1:10 for every kilogram of single-use batteries recycled at participating locations to Forests Ontario to plant trees throughout Durham Region.
SGC Admin: This is an important Draft for everyone, including the chickens and turkey’s that provide us with a food source…
It’s important that our Chickens and Turkey’s are treated with care and compassion, and that they have a “quality” lifespan and a humane demise… Now we have a chance to speak up and step forward … :)
Improvement in the welfare of chickens & turkeys beginning with a shift in lighting regimens, providing a minimum of 4 hours of dark/rest time for the birds. (up from 0 to 1 hour). CFHS feels birds should be given up to seven hours per day.
New requirements for immediate vet care for sick & injured birds
Human Euthanasia.
CFHS would like to see included in the finale draft:
Feeding of the birds every day to relieve their chronic hunger, but first the genetic selection that causes their massive appetite and rapid growth needs to shift.
Agreed upon limits on lameness injury & mortality rates on Canadian bird farms are needed in order to increase the industry’s humane standards.
Hot blade trimming of beaks and toes needs to be phased out in favour of infrared trimming, which is much less invasive & less painful.
A decrease in the number of birds housed per square meter.
Birds who are not suffering, yet are killed anyway should be called humane killing and not euthanasia.
Who can give their input:The General Public: Industry:Stakeholders: Breeders:
Where: Durham Region Waste Management Centre: 4600 Garrard Rd. Whitby.
Time: 9 am to 1 pm
Event: Residents are encouraged to bring forward “good quality” items which will be transferred for use by Habitat For Humanity ReStores, Canadian Diabetes Association, Goodwill and Salvation Army. Please Note: Hazardous waste, unwanted electronics, items that are overly worn, used or in disrepair will not be accepted. Your cooperation is appreciated… :)
Reuse days take place once per month from now until October.
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