...A Man's Best Friend A man's best friend is one that is always there for him through tough obstacles and hardships in life. George Orwell once stated, "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others." The relationship humans tend to have within the animal kingdom is not as civilized as it should be. When looking at it from a moral and religious perspective, humans should treat all animals equally. Statistics have shown that in developed countries such as the United States, animals such as dogs are treated far better than other animals. The question then arises, why do dogs get treated more diligently while other animals with the same mental capacity get slaughtered and consumed? By looking at "Let Them Eat Dog" by Jonathon Foer, the perception of why one should not think of dogs as superior animals and why the idea of consuming a dog should not be looked down upon in society will be thoroughly analyzed and examined. People in the United States think it’s morally wrong to eat dogs since it is a household pet. The same people who don’t eat dogs, eat other animals such as pigs, chickens, and cows, which is questionable because they still devour animals that are necessary to the environment and society today. In "Let Them Eat Dog" by Jonathon Foer, the author gives logical reasons on why we should eat dog, and why it is not harmful to the society in any manner. It's legal in 44 states to eat dog, and dog meat poses no greater health risk than any other meat....
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...company of fellow shepherds. There was nothing special about one who tended and kept sheep. But God saw something special in these lowly men. Looking into the lives of many great men and women in the Bible used significantly by God, you shall find that at least at one time they were shepherds—Rachel, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, and David. The first man whose sacrifice is recorded to have pleased God was a shepherd: Abel. Unlike Cain, Abel gave God a sacrifice of his first. As we have already seen, the sacrifice of the first of one’s fruits signified total dedication of all the fruits to God, from whom all good things come. Abel honored God. In response to God’s question after he had killed his brother, “Where is your brother Abel?” Cain mocked his brother’s profession by answering, “Am I my brother’s keeper?”, as if to say, “Am I my brother’s shepherd?” Shepherds were looked down upon. This could also have been another reason Cain’s jealousy burned against his brother. A mere herdsman, a shepherd, was looked on with favor by God, instead of him. 147 Brenda Siara Jesse, David’s father, when asked by Samuel the prophet to present to him the sons in his household, brought all except for David. When Samuel found not, amongst those presented, the king whom God had chosen, he asked Jesse if he had presented all his sons. Jesse then spoke of David, who was out tending the sheep. If Samuel had just come abruptly to Jesse’s house and asked them to follow him immediately...
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...Sheep Management Plan for Roseworthy Lamb Enterprise Created 2010 Source: Orrie Cowie Merio and Poll Merino Stud (2010) Project goals: * Mate Merino ewes with Poll Dorset rams to produce 900 --24kg export lamb carcass * Maximise profit on wool and lamb export carcass * Aim to produce at least 900 Merino x Poll Dorset lambs for export Key performance Indicators from Roseworthy feed demand calculator (2010) * Liveweight produced , sheep =140 tonnes * Liveweight produced per hectare allocated to sheep =281 kg/ hectare/ year * Pasture demand as % of pasture growth =55% * Pasture deficit, using freshly grown supply= 1000 tonnes / year * Pasture deficit, using supply with carryover = 353 tonnes / year Scope of Plan * Part 1: Manage pasture growth at Roseworthy * Part 2 : Manage reproduction of Merino ewes with Poll Dorset rams * Part 3: Lamb finishing strategy * Part 4: Manage wool quality of Merino ewes Abbreviations Merino ewe: ME Poll Doset ram:PDR Merino X Poll Dorset lamb: MxPDL Prediction calculations : * 900 Merino ewe (each around 50-60kg; average 55 kg liveweight)=55x900=49500 kg * 900 Poll Dorset ram (each around 60-70kg; average 65kg liveweight )=65x900=58500 kg * Predicted at least 900 lambs produced , each will be slaughtered at 21 weeks of age at 50kg= 900x50= 45000kg * Hectare of land needed per year : = 545 hectare of land /year Part 1. Management of pasture growth at Roseworthy Pasture management is important...
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...about sheep, or taken in with consideration for the symbolism found hidden in its words. The hidden symbols are about God, Jesus Christ, and the Christian worldview. Outline “The Lamb” and its Journey 1. My real life sheep herding experiences in relation to the life of the lamb in the poem. A. What life is like for a sheep, or lamb. B. The pain and joys of being a real sheep or lamb. 2. How the poem compares the Christian faith with the lamb’s life. A. Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. B. Jesus was human, yet was the Holy One. C. Jesus, the Good Shepherd and how Jesus viewed humans as sheep. 3. Conclusion: A. How I compare real life sheep to humans, and their relationship to Jesus. “The Lamb” and its Journey Page 1. William Blake (1757-1827) wrote several poems using simple and often direct language. I chose this poem, “The Lamb” with its simple AA, BB rhyme scheme because of my past history working on a very large ranch with over 1000 head of sheep. From this experience, I can examine the poem, “The Lamb” with its simple, face value first, not using the non-written symbolism found in the poem. Lambs are traditionally born in the early spring, often with snow still on the ground. Their birth process is often labor intensive, as the mother sheep, called a ewe, often is quite forgetful of the weather and the lamb might freeze to death if not brought into shelter by a handler, or a Shepherd. Depending on the breed of sheep, they...
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...18. Animal symbolism in different cultures Many cultures through the ages have regarded specific animals as representing gods, power, the supernatural, and in the cases of Native Americans, used in names. It can be noticed in proverbs, folklore, attitude to gifts with some animal symbolics. First let’s speak about omnicultural symbols. So, the dove symbol takes its roots from the Bible legend about Noah. It returned to his ship with an olive branch, indicating the land nearby, and represents God's forgiveness. Also they say, mutual-affected people resemble doves. Sheep are also from Bible and symbolize naïve, frustrated, in need of guidance. Lambs had been slaughtered for sacrifice from time immemorial. Thanks to that appeared American set-phrase ‘Naïve as sheep Dolly”. The snake means infinity thanks to leisure plasticity of its shape, it’s Satan in Heaven, here’s a proverb “to keep a snake in one’s bosom” – otherwords, to be deceived. But somewhere this meaning is vice versa – snake twining a cup is the worldwide medical emblem. Its venom can cure. It is important to the Druids, and is found on much old Celtic jewelry. The goat has plenty of symbols. In Europe is the scapegoat, according to Latin myths. To reciprocate, to be free from sins, citizens exiled the goat from the city, battering him to death. In Asia the goat represents fertility. The peacock in Greece is the God’s bird, Junona’s symbol, her meat is eternal. In India they live near temples. What’s about...
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...The Navajo Indians ANT 101 Professor May 7, 2012 The Navajo Indians The Navajo Indians, or Diné, which means “The People”, are semi-nomadic pastoralists even in today’s time. Hundreds of years ago, they were hunters, farmers and culturists. After conflicts with the Spaniards they would eventually find their profession in pastoralism. In time this would turn out to be the best circumstance that could have happened to them. This is not a lifestyle the people fell into; this is how the people choose to live. Before the Spanish came into the new world, the people were fierce warriors and hunters. They would also cultivate crops and forage when needed. Corn is what the Navajo are most known for growing, however they have also been known to grow vegetables such as squash. The hunters would bring in game such as deer, mountain goats or smaller game like rabbits. There is not much in the way of historical data up about the Navajo up until Christopher Columbus came into America. Unbeknownst to the Native Americans, this was the beginning of their new way of life. They would eventually find life in pastoralism instead of their former ways of living. It wasn’t up until the early Spanish period, when the Navajo would start the new chapter of their lives. They were making numerous trips to the New Mexican Indian and white settlements to steal livestock. History also shows that Diné would enter the explorer’s settlements and steal their food and even woman. This would eventually...
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...Premium Lamb Cooperative Sheep production is mostly found in southern Pennsylvania. The number of sheep and lambs has fluctuated over the years, as well as the main sources of revenue for producers. In the past, sheep were sought for their wool and meat, but the current wool market is weak because it is not used very often. Producers’ main source of revenue now comes from lamb; however, there is still a lack of a market. Pennsylvania has no large lamb slaughter facilities and the only nearest one is located in Michigan, which means producers have to either go to a smaller plant for custom slaughter or spend a large amount of money to transport the lamb to a larger plant. In New Holland, PA there is an auction market for live lambs, but the biggest competitors for lamb are producers in Australia and New Zealand. These producers sell frozen lamb in the United States market at competitive prices. Lamb was never usually a big part of the American diet, but since the country has become so diverse the lamb market has grown because its main consumers are among ethnic populations. Other lamb producers and I are contemplating forming a cooperative to market lambs. We are looking at three different options. We could consider combining our lambs and selling them live through the New Holland auction or a processing plant. Another idea is to buy or rent a slaughter facility to butcher our own lambs and use the co-op to market the meat to ethnic markets. Our last option is to create...
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...I. What is a worldview? "A worldview is a theory of the world, used for living in the world. A world view is a mental model of reality, a framework of ideas & attitudes about the world." II. 1. The Question of Origin: "How did life begin?" and "How did mankind come to exist?" (Genesis 1:1) Life began when God created the heavens and he earth. (Psalm 139:13-16) In this David declares God is his Creator. 2. The Question of Identity: "Are humans more important than animals?" "What does it mean to be a human?" (Psalm 8:5) All mankind was created above animals. (Genesis2:15) We were all made in His image . 3.The Question of Meaning/Purpose: "Why does mankind exist?" Why do I exist?" (Deuteronomy 11:13) We are here to love and serve our Lord and serve him with all we have. (Leviticus 19:18) I am here to love and serve, to love everyone as I would love myself and my Lord. 4. The Question of Morality: "What is meant by wrong or right?" "How should I live?" (Genesis 3) Adam acted against God wishes and ate the forbidden fruit. (Ephesians 2:8-10) We achieve grace through faith and love. 5. The Question of Destiny: "Is there life after death?" "What happens to me when I die?" (John 3:16-17) Believing and having faith will give you eternal life. III. 1. How should a biblical worldview influence the way I think about, treat, and speak to others on a daily basis? I was always taught to treat others as I wanted to be treated. Not having a very religious back ground I try to speak to others with...
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...clothes, locked into sealing dry bags; the endeavor had began, we were looking after ourselves. It was a time without time, no rush or avail, all bound GUARDED only by light. The sun rising, a new day, the sun setting, the day over. There was no argument, no objection with nature; street lights and entertainment scarce, night was night. All presence of speed had evailed us, our busy lives left behind. Now it was just us, us and the vast expanse of the Welsh countryside. Further and further into the valleys we travelled, we were engulfed. Engulfed into the minimalist land, the sighting of a person emulating ones reaction to an extinct species, the excitement of having reached a landmark, a sign we were on the path. A person to a thousand sheep could be said. They blanketed the hills, a warm snuggly layer of wool, cushioning the rocks. Their inharmonious bleat, taking one by surprise. And then, as if by magic there were more, little lambs, tiny lambs; little white clouds mounted upon gangly legs. Over and under they darted through fields, never straying afar from their adoring mothers, their guiders, their leaders, and their role model. They were their...
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...genetic copy of an organism is made. The first successful cloning was of Dolly the sheep. Though this was a huge stride for the scientific community, there has been many public riots against this action. Over the years scientists have researched and there has been several successful cloned animals; however, there have been many unsuccessful clonings. Throughout its history, cloning has overcome many obstacles. Scientists have discovered three types of cloning, anyhow, it is still not well received in society today. The founders of modern genetics, took the first steps in re-evaluating the previous theories used for cloning. August Weismann, Professor of Zoology and Comparative Anatomy at the University of Freiburg, proposed that cells can be manipulated by similar genetic organisms (Beale 2). Soon after Weismann’s theory was given public attention, two other scientists tried experimenting with his theory on manipulating similar organisms. During this time of trial and error, most of the animals used were small, such as: frogs, bird eggs, mice, and...
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...process and better sell its products. My specific suggestions are as follows. Positioning: Geographically ANZCO should focus on two big markets: Northwest areas and eastern areas. The target market should be northwest area, because sheep meat is a major part of consumer diets in that area. And for the eastern area, the eastern coast should be the most important area because the purchasing power for this area is higher than others, where ANZCO can use a higher price and its premium products to further its profits. Besides, Chinese market can also be divided into urban and rural area. I would suggest ANZCO to target at the most developed regions first because the purchasing power of those areas are higher and they are the major centers of processing industry. I consider the best way for ANZCO to expansion within these areas is to cooperate with hypermarket players in China because some of them plan to launch more shopping centers in China. Products: I would suggest ANZCO to provide low-end cuts of sheep meats, and lamb flaps should be the main products in Chinese market. Because in China, mutton flaps are seen as a premium products and low-end cuts of sheep meat are popular. Since Australia supplied 99% of premium chilled lamb accounted for 6% of all sheep meat import, it would be too hard for ANZCO to develop its chilled lamb in Chines market. Thus, I would suggest it focus on the frozen lamb. Place: For the retail sector, I would suggest ANZCO to cooperate with hypermarkets. Because...
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...Superior Farms is the largest harvester and producer of lamb in the world. For some time, Superior was readily looking for several ways to revamp its business and make it stronger. After many long debates with board members, some of whom wanted no changes at all because they felt they were already on top of the market, a resolution was finally agreed upon. Traditionally, you get lamb already fabricated and boxed, unless you are one of the few customers who gets carcass, or you are close enough to one of the plants. The strategy agreed upon, was brought about by the overweight lambs brought to the plant, growing prices from suppliers, and the bust of the lamb market. This bust was brought on by rising costs across the market in general. At the time of the bust, lamb was $3.02/lb for a whole carcass, and the quality of the meat was suffering due to fat content, as well as the growing number of aging ewes that were being harvested. In order to restore its stock back to previous quality, Superior had to get rid of less desirable meat. However, customers wanted nothing to do with these meats because a majority of the customers were of an ethnic background that had religious belief regarding their food. Superior proceeded to buy 20 new trailers, commonly referred to as a railer, which has the capability of carrying carcass hanging from the ceiling. These railers transitioned into higher costs for Superior because they held 39,500lbs instead of the traditional 42,500lbs for a full...
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...Outline for Junior Research Paper on Controversial Issue Title: I. Introduction A. Attention Getter (Question, Startling/Interesting Statistic, Startling Statement, Anecdote, Quotation, etc.) B. Description and definition of the issue (What is global warming?) C. Importance of the issue (How does it impact our society?) D. Applicable law (If you have research on recent laws regarding your issue place it here. If not, delete it.) E. Thesis: Your perspective (argument) on the issue based on three main points. 1. Example Thesis: Human cloning should not be legalized because it is dangerous, expensive, and unethical. II. Brief Overview of Opposing Position A. Describe the basic view point of the opposition 1. Initially, many would argue that cloning should be legalized because it may cure diseases. B. Provide the supporting arguments and facts (supported by references to texts and well-known authorities) 1. For example, some scientists say that cloning may provide clues to genetic mapping and diseases (Bogo 1). 2. Additionally, research seems to show that cloning allows individuals to have a “back-up” of their specific blood, plasma, and even organs (Samson 2). C. Elaborate/Analysis and summary of perspective A: 1. To summarize, supporters...
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...case study PETA “Save The Sheep” Campaign | AbstractCase Study on PETA and their international boycott of the Australian Wool Industry. I go into detail about the issue, ‘mulesing’, the tactical strategies used by PETA to gain support and the success of the campaign. Tara Walters S2892604 1510HUM Introduction to Public Relations | case study PETA “Save The Sheep” Campaign | AbstractCase Study on PETA and their international boycott of the Australian Wool Industry. I go into detail about the issue, ‘mulesing’, the tactical strategies used by PETA to gain support and the success of the campaign. Tara Walters S2892604 1510HUM Introduction to Public Relations | This case study focuses on the People for Ethical Rights and Treatment of Animals (PETA) and their campaign to boycott the Australian Wool Industry and in particular the practice of ‘mulesing’ on the sheep (“Save the Sheep” campaign). Australia is one of the world largest producers of wool, and the last country to inherit ethical agricultural practices in the Wool Industry (AWI). Firstly I cover the research and situation analysis aspects of a 10 point plan, describing PETA, the cruel practice of ‘mulesing’ and the PETA campaigns main focus of phasing it out using boycotting. Then researching and explaining PETAS goals and tactics of the plan, going in to detail on the strategy...
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