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"The Man Who Turned Into A Dog" by Osvaldo Dragun, 2002.
An introduction to Argentinian playwright and director Osvaldo Dragun and an analysis of his play "The Man who Turned into a Dog".
1,065 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper introduces Osvaldo Dragun, often described as Argentina's premiere playwright. It then analyzes his play "The Man who Turned into a Dog" about a man who applies for the job of a watchdog and literally turns into one. The paper shows how the absurdity in the play's storyline is actually a message to show the ridiculous importance society puts on a person's job.
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"This also leads us to think about the meaning of employment and how we can be defined by our jobs. People everyday become what their job is, taking on a role as a teacher, a policeman, a soldier or any other occupation. In doing this they become something in this role. This occurrence in society is not really noticed because it is common and expected and because it is only a minor change in a person. In the play however, Dragun takes this occurrence to its extremes. The result is that we notice that this happens. We notice that to become a watchdog the man has actually given himself up as a human and become a dog. While this can be laughed off as absurd, we can think about it a little further and see that this is exactly what happens to all people, just in a less noticeable way. In this way then, Dragun makes us think about modern society and the place of employment in it. The simple play then has a much greater meaning than we realized."
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?The World Turned Upside Down?, 2004.
This paper discusses Christopher Hill?s ?The World turned Upside Down?, which is considered the best historical account of the English Revolution of the 17th century.
1,120 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that Hill?s book, which broke new ground in historical investigation, brings forth a story of a revolution that was quietly taking place in England while Oliver Cromwell ordered the beheading of Charles I. The author points out that the Levellers, Quakers, and Diggers, together with other minor shared a common vision and tried to introduce change in the strict political and social systems of Britain. The paper relates that, while the movements fell apart with the restoration of monarchy, these visionaries are responsible for implanting the seeds of change, which later led to development of a modern, more equal, and fairer society.
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"The one major weakness of the book is the inability of the author to trace the true identity of these radicals. Who were they, which income group did they belong to, which area had they come from and were there more radicals in one area and less in another. Well these questions have largely remained unanswered as Hill focuses on their aims and accomplishments. We must also not forget that while these radical groups had one specific aim such as social and political change, they did not stand united on every issue. There were some division of thought, which might have been the cause of their failure later in 17th century, but their unity for most part was the main highlight of this radical period."
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"And the Waters Turned to Blood", 2002.
An analysis of this book by R. Barker dealing with environmental hazards and their effect on a community's health.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper describes how the book deals with one particular environmental health hazard and suggests the sort of behind-the-scenes maneuvering that takes place whenever such a hazard is found. The book shows how many different community stakeholders become involved in such cases either to demand protection, to offer protection, to challenge findings or to deflect criticism. It can be very difficult to sort out all the players, let alone sort out who is telling the truth and who is not.
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"The heroine of this account is Dr. JoAnn Burkholder, the scientist who discovered the problem and who tried to bring the information out and get the authorities to take action. Yet, others who fought her and tried to suppress her claims because they thought it would be more harmful to the community probably considered themselves heroes. To some degree, both sides may have some claim to moral authority, but in the long run, both need to be involved and to interact to produce a result that is truly beneficial for all. It is not clear as yet if this has occurred in this case."
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Hot Dog! A History, 2001.
An in depth history of the hot dog, and discussion of hot dog related issues. i.e. hot dog to bun ratio conspiracy.
1,620 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 52.95
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Hot Dog! a History
This is a research paper written about the history and reputation of the hot dog. It discusses the origin of the hot dog, origin of the word hot dog, and discusses various aspects and impacts of the hot dog's existence in today's American culture.
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"Although hot dogs originated in Germany, hot dogs are still as American as apple pie. Hot dogs are one of the oldest forms of processed food, having been mentioned in Homer's Odyssey as far back as the 9th Century B.C. (Jackson) At first glance one might think that the Hot Dog has a rather dry history. Upon prying into the archives and prying into the taste buds of the masses, I discovered the hot dogs meaty and controversial history and prominent present gives people plenty to say about the 500 year old dog."
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The African Hunting Dog, 2006.
An overview of the characteristics of the Cape hunting dog, also known as the African hunting dog.
2,640 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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The hunting strategies of the African wild dog were behavior once shrouded in inaccurate myth. The dogs were formerly considered among the roughest and meanest species on the African savanna and bushland. The paper shows that they were noted for driving out all other species in their regions, for mutilating their victims beyond recognition, as well as for consuming their own kind who had fallen prey to illness or exhaustion. The paper shows, however, that researchers have recently taken a closer look at the animals' morphological, physiological and adaptive characteristics, their methods of locating prey, as well as their prey-capture techniques and food allocation practices. New studies have presented a wildly different version of the African wild dog.
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"According to recent research, the prime habitat for wild dogs is not the open, grassy plains but rather the woodland-savanna areas which support larger populations of prey due to the interspersion of seasonally-flooded grasslands in these areas. The animals' diet consists largely of impala (80-85%), with the remaining percentage distributed among red lechwe, reedbuck, steenbok (antelope types), and the juveniles of kudu, buffalo, tsessebe, zebra and wildebeest. Most of these animals are nearly ten times the weight of the average hunting dog. They are also common in the regions where wild dogs exist, so that locating their prey is not often difficult."
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Turning Points in History, 2005.
This paper selects two turning points in Western history in each of these periods: The period of Greece and Rome, the period of the Dark Ages and the Renaissance and the period of the Reformation and Enlightenment.
3,840 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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This paper explains that the author chose different turning points, moving away from victories on the battle-fields or conquests of uncharted territories to persons whose life's work moved forward the essential difference that separates man from lower orders of animals: Thought and reasoning. The author points out that, in the Hellenic Age of philosophy and art, when the mind for the first time in recorded history developed the first formation of moral and ethical standards, Plato and the advent of Christianity through Jesus were selected. The paper also selected as the turning points, in the Dark Ages, the adventurous merchant, son of Venetian merchants, Marco Polo; in the Italian Renaissance, Leonardo da Vinci; in the Reformation, Martin Luther and, in Age of Enlightenment; Thomas Jefferson.
Table of Contents
Two Turning Points in Western Civilization: Greece and Rome
Two Turning Points: The Era of the Dark Ages to the Renaissance
Two Turning Points: Reformation and Enlightenment
Some Conclusions Concerning the Various Turning Points
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" DaVinci was born as an illegitimate child in Vinci,. Italy, in 1452. While we tend to consider the Mona Lisa as his most significant work, he did so many things, outside the world of painting and there is so much distortion about his accomplishments that he has become known as "the Hamlet of art history, whom each of us must recreate for ourselves. He is justly well-known for his drawings, especially how life-like his anatomical representations are. He advised students of painting that "It is necessary to know the inner structure of man." However, when one lists his accomplishments and innovations outside Art, he is a most remarkable creative Human...truly the outstanding example of a "Renaissance Man". To begin with, he ante-dated Galileo and Copernicus when he said "the sun does not move.""
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The Placement of Shelter Dogs, 2004.
This paper discusses the use of family systems theory, a systemic family paradigm, in matching shelter dogs to appropriate adopters.
4,440 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 116.95
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This paper explains that, if shelters wish to decrease their rates of return, as well as doing everything possible to ensure that dogs are placed with loving, healthy families, they need to examine, as closely as possible, not only the surface-level attributes of the family, such as income level and home ownership, but also deeper issues, like habits and long-term goals. The author points out that dogs to be adopted must be healthy dogs and known not to be dangerous; on the other hand, families experiencing any level whatsoever of familial violence cannot be allowed to adopt a dog. The family system method of interviewing families to determine their suitability to adopt a dog includes questions in these categories: individual needs and behaviors, family connections, and changing family patterns.
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Introduction
Systemic Family Therapy
Shelter Policies and Procedures
Serious Human Considerations
A Possible Systemic Assessment Approach to the Adoption Process
Individual Needs and Behaviors
Family Connections
Changing Family Patterns
Conclusions
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"What do these two seemingly abstract descriptions of systemic family therapy have to do with the adoption of dogs from a shelter? First and foremost, they have led to a wide variety of assessment approaches that therapists use to understand how families interact. For example, the therapist who can assess the overall contributions to the family that each member of power (meaning, usually, the adults) makes to the greater good, then s/he can understand to what extent these members will most probably interact with and care for a future dog member of the family. The therapist who can assess how many hours each person spends at home, or how many chores each person generally takes upon him or herself, or how much money each person is expected to earn in a given year -- and, more importantly, how each person feels about these and many other things (i.e. do they feel resentment or contentment) -- is a person who can provide a shelter with a wealth of vital information."
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Stressed Dogs, 2002.
An outline of how to reduce stress in dogs.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explores what causes the stress in dogs, how the dog is effected and what can be done to reduce the effects.
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The Dog Food Industry, 2008.
An analysis of the factors that are taken into consideration in the marketing of dog food.
1,567 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper discusses the history and developments of the dog food industry. It specifically focuses on the history of dog food companies and their marketing strategies. The paper then discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the major competitors within the dog food industry. Finally, it looks at the role of culture and the effect that it has on the marketing of dog food.
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History
Recent Developments
Strengths and Weaknesses of the Major Competitors/Top Brands
Different Consumer Segments
Role of Culture
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"The Canadian pet food industry is strong as evidenced by the fact that Canada was the 12th country in the world pet food exports in 2004 (Food and Agricultural Organization, 2006). The Canadian dog food market has recently witnessed the growth of unique pet foods. (Bennett, 2007). The overall analysis of the market shows two new major lines of products as well as the popularization of special foods. The two new lines of dog food products include the food sauces and oral hygiene chewing treats. The food sauces are designed to improve the taste of dry food and make the same food taste differently on daily basis. They are developed in such a manner to complement the nutrition value of the dry meal. The oral hygiene treats are aimed at improving dog's dental care. Even though they do not replace regular teeth brushing, they are a great and easy to apply supplement. This product is manufactured by major dog food companies (see further below) as well as the specialized ones, like Virbac in the USA. The development of special foods is likely connected to the raising awareness of food quality in humans (Roberts, 2006). As Tarnowski (2006) sums up this trend: "'Natural', 'functional' and 'healthy are three key factors driving pets food sales in America today - a direct result of the 'humanization trend" (pg. 72). This not only increased the quality of dog food as well but also led to the development of food specially designed for, for example, overweight dogs, dogs with reduced activity, and those with stomach problems."
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Dogs and Humans, 2007.
This paper discusses how the relationship between dogs and humans has evolved through history.
2,554 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper traces the relationship between man and dogs from pre-historic to modern times. The paper first discusses recent discoveries that have disproved assumptions about the first domesticated dogs. The paper also explores the various functions dogs served in different cultures, from hunting, guarding and more recently as pets and companions. The paper includes a section on how dogs have been portrayed in literature. An annotated bibliography is included with the paper.
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"Dogs also were valuable as sentries, and were important in transport, both for pack saddles in the Plains areas, and for dog-drawn sleds used by the Mandan in the north. The Plains Indians had a device called the "travois," Fiedel writes, which was made of two long poles attached at the dog's shoulders, "with the butt ends dragging behind the animal; midway, a ladder-like frame, or a hoop made of plaited thongs, was stretched between the poles, and could carry a load up to sixty pounds or more. "
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Dangerous Dogs, 2002.
Explores the myths about "dangerous dogs", focusing on pit bull terriers and aggressive behavior.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 80.95
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With the increase of incidents involving pit bull attacks on people and other domestic pets, there is controversy regarding the predisposition of these dogs to aggression. Questions have arisen about whether they are genetically "aggressive" dogs or whether they are trained towards aggression by their owners. This essay confirms the increase in pit bull attacks, but in its analysis, indicates that this increase is reflective of an increase in social violence, not dog breeding. Pit bulls are representative of violence and, as such, are the dog-of-choice for violent people.
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Dogs and Cats in the United States and Canada, 2006.
A look at the important place that dogs and cats hold in the lives of pet owners in the United States and Canada.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that over 150 breeds of dogs and 300 breeds of cats are found in the United States and Canada. Many people love their pets even if they are not a pure-breed animal. In fact, many mixed dogs in American households are equal to the number found in Canada. Pets are, in most cases, our furry friends, but they are also often used in the lives of the owners to help them with different illnesses or work. The paper discusses the important role that dogs and cats play in the emotional and physical well being of their owners and how they are so highly valued in both Canada and the United States.
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"Ever have a dog or cat as a child? Remember all the love and affection the pet gave? Dogs and cats are special to many people. In fact, some people consider their pets as family members. Over 150 breeds of dogs and 300 breeds of cats are found in the United States and Canada. Whether it is the small white Maltese, brown and black Yorkie terrier, wolf-like Keeshunds, curly poodles, or other breeds of dogs, many people call and treat these dogs as if they were children. The same can be said of cat owners. Cat owners love their Turkish Angora..."
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A Summer Day with the Dog, 2007.
A creative writing essay about a day on the beach with a dog.
1,454 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 48.95
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This paper is a creative writing piece about a person who spends the day on the weekend out on the beach with his dog. It describes the events of the day and focuses on the activities that they did on the beach. The paper specifically focuses on how the day revolved around the dog and activities that the owner did with and for the dog that day.
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"A few more swims, a nap--and then it's time for dinner. Dinner on the beach is ice cream. I walk a little farther to a fancier area that makes sundaes. I get a scoop of chocolate peanut butter for myself on a waffle cone with about a quart of hot fudge, butterscotch in a cup for him (dogs aren't supposed to eat chocolate). As I'm digging around for the change in my shorts, the cell phone of the guy behind me suddenly goes off and for the first time I remember that I left mine at home. As I ask for my order, I realize that I've hardly spoken to anyone human all day. But the funny thing is--I don't feel lonely at all."
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Dogs Trained to Detect Cancer, 2004.
This paper looks at the use of dogs in the early detection of cancer.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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In this article the writer examines the use of dogs in the early detection of cancer. The writer reports on some examples of dogs who have detected cancer in their owners. Further the writer discusses current research involved in training dogs to detect cancers in people.
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" Scientific tests in the United Kingdom and the United States have shown that dogs can detect cancers because of their intensely acute sense of smell. Dogs have proved extremely accurate at detecting cancerous tissues from among those mixed with normal tissues. The BBC news reported that researchers at Cambridge University in England had applied for funding to test the theory that dogs could be used to provide an early warning system for cancer, because of their highly developed sense of smell."
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Owning a Dog vs. Owning a Cat, 2002.
Overview of the differences between caring for a dog and caring for a cat, and an analysis of which pet better suits a person with a busy schedule.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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The battle between dog owners versus cat owners has been brewing for centuries. Each side thinks that they own the best type of pet. This paper examines the issue of owning a dog versus owning a cat, including an analysis of which is better if you have a busy schedule, how much attention and interaction is required of these animals, as well as the basics of how to care for a dog versus how to care for a cat.
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