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For further technical information or advice on any of the Extra Life systems please contact your nearest Cromadex Centre.

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Industrial coatings are no different to the paint on your car – they need cleaning and maintaining. Accumulated dirt may affect the design life of the system, and any mechanical damage almost certainly will. Therefore regular inspections should take place and minor damage must be touched up.

At the end of the design life, major maintenance must be carried out. This includes spot priming where necessary, and as a minimum, rubbing down and applying a full coat of the original topcoat when wet paint was used. If powder was originally applied then a suitable Cromadex wet paint system should be used. Please contact your nearest Cromadex Centre for the necessary technical advice.

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It is an AkzoNobel policy that all Interpon Powder and Cromadex Wet Paint products are free from lead chromate pigments and TGIC (triglycidyl isocyanurate). The Cromadex Wet Paint systems also include Waterbased and isocyanate-free options.

To help chose the right product for your project, why not use the latest Extra Life brochure to guide you.

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Postby Sabina » Sun Apr 11, 2010 2:54 pm

I've been thinking some more about empathy... and observed some more. So, here is some food for thought.
For all those who think they have empathy, ask yourself the following...
Have you ever misjudged a person?
If you have, then [color=#7e0000]where was your empathy during all the misjudging you did?[/color]

From what I have observed, and I do enjoy observing people... always have... it seems to me that more [color=#004585]people like to think[/color] that they have empathy than the number of people who actually do have it.

Another thought worth considering is that people talk about empathy when they actually mean something else....
They say empathy, but they mean sympathy.
Or, they say empathy, but they mean emotional intelligence.

All three are important and helpful in daily life, but calling it all by the same name is... stupid.
Yes, using the word "stupid" is just not emotionally intelligent.
That would be an example of that. Not an example of a person who doesn't have empathy.
Just to illustrate what I'm talking about.

Protective feelings towards the week, the old, the very young, the troubled, the addicts, the abused, etc. would rather be sympathy. Again, not necessarily empathy.

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Re: Empathy, Sympathy & Emotional Intelligence

Postby mirjana » Sun Apr 11, 2010 4:48 pm

[quote="Sabina"]I've been thinking some more about empathy... and observed some more. So, here is some food for thought.
For all those who think they have empathy, ask yourself the following...
Have you ever misjudged a person?
If you have, then [color=#7e0000]where was your empathy during all the misjudging you did?[/color]

I have not thought about it from that perspective, and actually this is a very good way to check our conviction about personal empathy. It should not happen to anybody who considers her/himself as an empathic person to misjudge a person, or even to judge the person from the point of view of any kind of judging. These two do not go together.
For example two girls or two guys can think about themselves to be empathic because they understand well each other. But, if there is a lack of same way of communication with others, then it will only show that in the first case it hasn’t been empathy but something else, good understanding for example. As Kris said in the topic Empathy, it is easy to mix empathy and sympathy. empathy-t115.html
People tend to say that somebody is not empathic if they do not have sympathy for the person. Or, because the person doesn’t think as I do, such a person is not an empath, but myself, who judges somebody like that, I would be. Strange and funny conclusion again…
I used to think that I am empathy. Now, I am not so sure. Why?
There are few reasons why I am not sure any more, which eventually can be helpful to others too for putting their personal thoughts about this into another perspective:
-It happened to me to misjudge the person;
-Even worse, it happened to me to excuse my misjudging by another judging which is even worse, like it is not that my friend didn’t like me and therefore didn’t call me back, but she didn’t get what I told her when we were together. How such arrogance could be ever called empathy? So I am not empath, as empathy will not find always new excuses for personal wrong judgments. And this has happened to me. Mea culpa.
-It turns that some people who I judged not to be empathic, in fact are, because they do not flirt with this emotion and word easily, but before giving their emotions they ask and check few times, but once they do it, you can count on them for the life.
Yes, Sabina, it is definitely for me the truth. Protective feelings are sympathy.
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Re: Empathy, Sympathy & Emotional Intelligence

Postby GenerousGeorge » Tue Apr 13, 2010 4:30 am

Sabina, I'm not so sure misjudging a person is a good measure of having (or not having empathy) for them. Empathy may help with judging, but at the end of the day, judging is a perceived value decision, while empathy is perhaps a more "shared" emotional reaction to similar experiences happening. Put another way, I can have empathy for someone without necessarily agreeing with them.

For me empathy means the ability to perceive or experience another persons reactions and feelings in certain (or similar) situations that I have had previously. The fact that we have had those same feelings in similar circumstances allows us to feel or even experience the same emotions they are feeling...... (as if it were happening to us) ..... but not necessarily to judge that person, their feelings or their actions.

As far as sympathy is concerned, I think empathy refers to the complete range of emotions (not just sympathy) and associated experiences that 2 people might share or can "imagine" sharing in similar circumstances. For example, one can feel sorry with someones circumstance without really having empathy for the experience.

Anyway, I need to think about it some more, but that is my first thoughts on the subject and contribution to the "debate". <3
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Re: Empathy, Sympathy & Emotional Intelligence

Postby dermot » Thu Apr 15, 2010 7:36 pm

Sabina, the differences between sympathy and empathy are surely easily understood, and probably not mutually exclusive either?

You ask where in judging someone wrongly...was your empathy. In judging someone wrongly surely empathy was maybe not engaged for whatever reasons, but in saying that it doesnte indicate either a lack of, or absence of empathy.

Being sympathetic towards someone may or may not bring out a feeling of empathy. Feelings such as empathy dont run along train tracks, sympathy can transform into empathy and vice versa in a moment

Engaging compassion and being open to change is necessary when one is dealing with others on any level, only then can we be emotionally intelligent. Sympathy and empathy are paths within that process.

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Calories: 110

Total Fat: 4g

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  • 1 tbsp. Hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp. dry sherry
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  • 4 small scallions
  • 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
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  • 1/2 lb mixed braising greens (e.g. Kale, Swiss chard) (Kale was used in the analysis 1 teaspoon cornstarch stirred in 1 tablespoon of water)

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    In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Heat peanut oil in hot wok. Add scallions and ginger, stir fry for 30 seconds. Add pea pods and continue stir frying another 2 minutes. Add greens and stir-fry an additional minute. Pour in stock mixture, bring to a boil, cover and cook for 1 minutes longer. Add the cornstarch mixture in the center of the wok, let it come to a boil again to thicken sauce. Serve hot.
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    (NOTE: This recipe is low in cholesterol, high in vitamin A, high in vitamin C and a good source of fiber)

Diabetic Exchanges

  • Non-Starchy Vegetables: 3
  • Fat: 1


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YN-560 II Review – Is It The Best Strobist Flash Out There?

Hi, after my first (and positive experience) with the YN565EX (you could read about it here or read my review for the yn560EX here ) I decided to get one more flash unit into my strobist bag. As for strobist needs I only need a manual flash, good controls and flash power. I must say that at first glance you get it from the yn560ii, big time!

Update : There is another YN560 Model the YN560III available now, read our YN560III preview here. New our YN560III review (20/3/2013)

So lets start with some quick specs with the new model yn560II:

  • Power: The Yongnuo Flash has a guide number of 58 which puts it in front with the other big flashes like the Canon 580/600 and Nikon 800/900/910. This will be plenty of light for  your needs.
  • Manual control (only): This flash is manual only flash, no TTL support and no af assist beem, but it offers lots of control, actually all the control you’ll need from a strobist flash.
  • Salve Modes : That’s what I like about this on, it has accurate and very useful S1 and S2 slave modes.S1 and S2 are optical slaves sensor in the flash that will fire the flash when the sensor senses an other flash fires around.S1- triggers the flash normally while S2 mode will trigger the flash avoiding the pre flash, in case you camera uses pre flash to adjust focusing.That makes it handy as an off camera flash even if you don’t own triggers yet.It can even be used with your pocket camera
  •  Connectivity : It has a standard PC socket in case you’ll need to trigger via PC connection. An external battery pack can be used here too for getting its recycling times even better and getting some more flash fires before juicing up your batteries.
  • Bouncing : You can tilt it both ways right/left and up/down like all other flashes.
  • Zoom Control – the flash head can be controlled from 24mm to 105mm all manually.

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I must say that I came to this test with lots of concerns, there are some negative reviews about Yongnuo stuff on the net, so I was very surprised when I got mine, so here are my first impressions of the yn560II flash:

  • Building Q : Very good! when I oppened the box and got my 560II I was very positively surprized, the plastics and feel are very good! It even surprised me more when I tilted its head, it has a smooth sound and good feel.
  • Recycling times : this was actually a big surprise for me, it recycles noticeably faster than my Canon 580II. At full power with fresh batteries in both flashes, the Yongnuo yn560II is ready for the next flash faster than Canon’s flash, I was actually thinking at first, that I did something wrong or don’t understand it right, but that how it was…
  • The screen : If you had the first yn560 version youl’d probably remember the mini lamps for the flash power, well now you got those numbers where you can see’em.
  • Power Control : In the older version, there where those mini lamps for full stop control – 8 steps from 1/1 full power to 1/128th full power.In the YN-560II you can now control the flash power with 1/3 stops too, in a very easy way – the right and left arrows will adjust the power in full stops steps while the up and down arrows while make 1/3 steps jumps. This makes this unit very versatile!

Update: There is a more recent model in the YN560x arsenal, the YN560III. In general both give the same output and same good old strobist stuff you want, but there are two differences between the ii model and the iii model:

  • The YN560III has a built-in radio trigger and it will work with your RF602 and RF603 triggers!!! This is a very cool new feature.
  • YN560III costs about 20$ more than the “older” model. While the YN560II starts on eBay at about 70$-72$, the YN560III starts at about 92$.
YN560II side by side with the Canon 580II

YN560II side by side with the Canon 580II

Bottom line: The newer yn560II is a much more user-friendly flash unit for the strobist compared to the yn560(I), the read LCD screen is a very welcomed change. Building Q is very good.

If you are looking for a second manual flash for your strobist fun time, this one is a very good option to consider. For under 80$ this flash is a great  bargain! I enjoy it!!!

What do you think about it?!

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  3. Jim

    I use YN460s exclusively and can’t be happier! They are a quality product; they can take a beating and keep working (I almost destroyed one but put it back together and it works fine!); the price can’t be beat. I use them with YN radio frequency flash triggers and have off camera flash for a great price! Thanks for an honest review!

    • Samuel M.

      I don’t have any personal experience with the 460’s, I got only 2 YN565’s and 2 560II’s and they wprk just fine after about 10 weddings= ~1000 flashes per wedding.
      My second shooter has some 460’s version one and is pleased with them.
      But, however, I know a photographer that used the 460’s and wasn’t so pleased (broken one or two, some stopped working), so he started using second hand Nikon SB’s as slaves…

      What kind of usage you do with your 460’s?

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  7. Cristian Lod.

    This one is the best flash for your money out there. You might want to consider the 460II if you don’t need the 50+GN power, but getting so much for +-70$ is amazing.
    Only considering the fact that the most popular flash 3 years ago was the Vivitar and no real budget option…

    • Samuel M.

      I think that the YN560II is a great flash , but in the 50GN flash erea, I like the YN560EX better. It costs 30 bucks more but it can work with my YN622 in manual modes and can also do some TTL.

      You had Vivitars as strobist flashes? Lucky me they couldn’t ship’em to Israel so I got “only” some Metz 45c…
      For 70$ the 560II is the best flash you can get.
      TNX, Moshe, Israel.

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    • Samuel M.

      You can use it as slave only up to your camera’s max flash sync speed, ussually about 1/200-1/250 depending on your camera model.
      You can use it however with pocket cameras up to 1/500th…

  9. rickv

    Are you, or any commenters, still happy with your YN560II? I’m asking because of comments and updates at strobistcom and on flickr that these flashes die too easy, too early.

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Monday, October 5, 2015

A Little Canopy Faring Work & Bad Fuel Tank Part Discovered

The temperatures cooperated today and it was warm enough in the hangar to mix up a small batch of epoxy and slather a heavy coat onto the fiberglass canopy fairing lay-up per the plans. Because there were a few small spots along the tape line that had tiny gaps, decided to dye the epoxy black before brushing it on to hopefully create a more uniform look from inside the cockpit when the fairing is finally completed.
A fresh batch of epoxy dyed black slathered onto the canopy fairing lay-up. After this coat dries, the filling of low spots can begin using microsphere filler mixed into the epoxy.

Back to the fuel tank: Bernie came by to lend a hand and the two of us disassembled the mockup and began scuffing up surfaces that will receive the fuel tank sealant with 150 grit sandpaper.
Bernie scuffing up the T-1202 forward tank bulkhead while I scuff up the F-1201-1 tank skin.

The original goal was to begin the actual assembly the fuel tank today … but, as is typical at DOG Aviation, the fuel tank preparations took much longer than expected to complete, even with the two of us having at it … although, some time was taken up mixing epoxy and slathering it onto the canopy fairing lay-up. Anyway, by the time all the parts were cleaned and all overlapping surfaces or mating surfaces were scuffed with 150 grit sandpaper, it was becoming late afternoon … so we decided not to mix any fuel tank sealant. Instead, we continued preparing the few remaining fuel tank parts for assembly.
Taping off the mating surfaces on the T-1204A-1 fuel tank top skin.

As I began to work on deburring the edges of the T-1214 attach angle, I noticed the strange hole patterns on the part. In particular, the close proximity of the holes which break the rules for minimum hole spacing. A quick reference to the prints along with looking at the holes in the tank skin this part will mate with, reveled a major manufacturing error. Obviously, something went horribly wrong during the CNC process … in that there are 11 holes in the attach angle in an area where there should only be 7.
The T-1214 bracket next to the drawing … one can see the extra holes in the area above my fingers compared to the drawing.
The T-1214 bracket adjacent to where it will be mounted, there are too many holes drilled into this piece …  CNC gone wild.

A call was placed to Van’s explaining the discovery and while I waited on the phone, they immediately checked their stock to see if my anomaly was more widespread … happy to report fortunately it is not. The replacement T-1214 bracket is in the mail. This is very unusual for Van’s, their parts are typically perfect. This is the first Van’s part I’ve run across that was just totally screwed up. I would suggest builders with older finishing kits that have not yet begun assembly of their fuel tank, may want to inspect their T-1214 bracket. If the upper portion of the bracket has 7 holes, you are good to go. If it looks like mine, a call to Van’s is in order.


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Is Your Dog’s Bad Behavior Caused by a Health Problem?

Written by Jan on December 28, 2010 – 1:35 am

Is your puppy or adult dog acting strangely, being aggressive, fearful, phobic, hyperactive or depressed? Many of these and other canine “problem” behaviors can result from thyroid dysfunction, or a vaccine or drug reaction. Even food with a high sugar content can cause behavior problems, as it can with children.

Before calling your dog trainer to “fix” your dog’s problem, read what these three veterinarians (specializing in three different fields) have to say. Retraining may still be required, but check out your dog’s health first.  Maybe the behavior was caused by thyroid disease, vaccination or medication.  [Note: The highlights below are mine – Jan Rasmusen.]

“The principal reason for pet euthanasia stems not from disease, but undesirable behavior” wrote pet vaccination and thyroid expert, W. Jean Dodds, DVM.  Below is an excerpt from “Behavioral Changes Associated with Thyroid Dysfunction in Dogs” by Drs. Dodds and Linda P. Aronson:

… an association has recently been established between aberrant behavior and thyroid dysfunction in the dog, and has been noticed in cats with hyperthyroidism. Typical clinical signs include unprovoked aggression towards other animals and/or people, sudden onset of seizure disorder in adulthood, disorientation, moodiness, erratic temperament, periods of hyperactivity, hypoattentiveness, depression, fearfulness and phobias, anxiety, submissiveness, passivity, compulsiveness, and irritability.

After episodes, most of the animals appeared to come out of a trance like state, and were unaware of their bizarre behavior. … Investigators in recent years have noted the sudden onset of behavioral changes in dogs around the time of puberty or as young adults. Most of the dogs have been purebreds or crossbreeds, with an apparent predilection for certain breeds. For a significant proportion of these animals, neutering does not alter the symptoms and in some cases the behaviors intensify. The seasonal effects of allergies to inhalants and ectoparasites such as fleas and ticks, followed by the onset of skin and coat disorders including pyoderma, allergic dermatitis, alopecia, and intense itching, have also been linked to changes in behavior.

Many of these dogs belong to a certain group of breeds or dog families susceptible to a variety of immune problems and allergies (e.g. Golden Retriever, Akita, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, English Springer Spaniel, Shetland Sheepdog, and German Shepherd Dog). The clinical signs in these animals, before they show the sudden onset of behavioral aggression, can include minor problems such as inattentiveness, fearfulness, seasonal allergies, skin and coat disorders, and intense itching. These may be early subtle signs of thyroid dysfunction, with no other typical
signs of thyroid disease being manifested.

The typical history starts out with a quiet, well-mannered and sweet-natured puppy or young adult dog. The animal was outgoing, attended training classes for obedience, working, or dog show events, and came from a reputable breeder whose kennel has had no prior history of producing animals with behavioral problems. At the onset of puberty or thereafter, however, sudden changes in personality are observed. Typical signs can be incessant whining, nervousness, schizoid behavior, fear in the presence of strangers, hyperventilating and undue sweating, disorientation, and failure to be attentive. These changes can progress to sudden unprovoked aggressiveness in unfamiliar situations with other animals, people and especially with children….

The major categories of aberrant behavior [are] aggression (40% of cases), seizures (30%), fearfulness (9%), and hyperactivity (7%); some dogs exhibited more than one of these behaviors. Within these 4 categories, thyroid dysfunction was found in 62% of the aggressive dogs, 77% of seizuring dogs, 47% of fearful dogs, and 31% of hyperactive dogs.

Our ongoing study now includes over 1500 cases of dogs presented to veterinary clinics for aberrant behavior. … findings confirm the importance of including a complete thyroid antibody profile as part of the laboratory and clinical work up of any behavioral case.

From Jan: Read Dr. Dodds entire article for more information. Listen to Dr. Dodds’ discussion of thyroid supplementation . Dr. Dodds evaluates and reads my own dogs’ thyroid tests. My vet draws the blood then sends it to.  Dr. Dodds interprets test results by breed, age, sex and activity — which no one else does. She writes that this interpretation “often yields an expected normal reference range for an individual pet that differs from the test lab’s generic broad reference range.”  And her nonprofit has great prices.  The complete panel she runs is called Thyroid 5™. This is much more complete than the simple thyroid results than is found in general blood tests.

Additional articles about thyroid disease by Dr. Dodds:
The Effect of Hypothyroid Function on Canine Behavior
Nutritional Management of Thyroid & Immune Disorders
Thyroid Disease and Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Patricia Jordan, DVM, VND, CVA, CTCVM & Herbology, is a vaccination expert and author of Mark of the Beast. She writes:

My experience as a practicing veterinarian for over 25 years, matched by Dr. Stephen Blake (37 years) and Dr. Richard Pitcairn (40 years) — has been that of watching vaccines result in disease in animals — and behavioral changes.

UC California at Davis recently finished studies proving the development of anger, aggression and anxiety in both animals and humans following vaccination. This should not be surprising as the mercury in vaccines (yes, it is still there) and aluminum are neurotoxins which are in combination synergetic. Aluminum opens the blood-brain barrier allowing mercury, aluminum and viruses (both intentional and unintentional contaminants) into the brain. The ensuing inflammation that develops is, well, encephalitis!

A French study showed, both in animals and humans, that the more viruses that are collected, the more apathetic the individual becomes. Vaccines are the best way to infect the body with viruses.

The aluminum from vaccines sequesters in the hippocampus of the brain, the seat of endocrine regulation and even dys regulated endocrine systems, and leads to behavioral changes.

I have seen plenty of behavioral changes following vaccination and will actually be speaking on this at a national veterinary convention next May. The sad thing is that this has been recognized for the past 150 years and there is still no consensus. I am sure this is due to the commercial protection of vaccines.

The American Veterinary Medical Association has been on record stating that the mammalian immune system [of pets] is not unlike the human immune system, and that viral vaccines (the only ones really worth the risk) are good for life once administered one time to a mature mammalian immune system.

Dr. Harris Coulter, author of Vaccination: The Rise of Criminality and Social Violence: The Assault on the American Brain, tracked the rise of vaccinations to the rise of social violence and criminality and also a drop in IQ. My book MARK OF THE BEAST, HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT, updated the final chapter of Dr. Coulter’s book, “Medical Hubris and Its Unintended Consequences.” This violence, aggression, anger link to vaccines can easily be understood if even knowing about the common fevers and encephalitis that follows vaccinations, the high pitched cry and neurological disorders, the learning disabilities…..and these are obviously also occurring in animals although not admitted but very much recognized.

Those involved in training puppies and in the socialization of the dogs have linked the coincidence of behavioral changes in some dogs that follows the puppyhood series of vaccinations.

One thing I am POSITIVE about: if animal behaviorists are not thinking and understanding [the vaccination-behavior link], they are way off the mark in what they are understanding, recording, teaching and advising clients.

You should find one of the more highly attuned veterinary homeopaths to expand on this level of behavioral damage from vaccines issues. (From Jan: find a list of holistic veterinarians and vets trained in homeopathy here.  Homeopathy is your best chance to reduce the vaccine damage.)

Michael Dym, VDM, homeopathic veterinarian, on behavior changes after vaccination for rabies:
Unfortunately vaccination can result in certain sensitive individuals a chronic disease state one that is long-lasting, indeed in some cases a life-long condition…. This state of “vaccinosis” is understood as the disturbance of the life force that results in mental, emotional and physical changes induced by the laboratory modification of a viral disease to make a vaccination.

In other words, instead of seeing acute expressions of viral disease, we are instead seeing symptoms of chronic illness which are actually documented to occur in rabid animals. Symptoms of rabies include restlessness; viciousness; avoidance of company; unusual affection; desire to travel; inability to be restrained; self biting; strange cries and howls; inability to swallow resulting in gagging while eating/drinking; staring eyes; swallowing wood, stones, inedibles; destruction of blankets, clothing; convulsive seizures; throat spasms; increased sexual desires; disturbed heart function; excited and jerky breathing.

My biggest concern with pets are the changes in behavior after being vaccinated. This is usually along the lines of aggression, suspicion, unusual fears, etc. The essential aspect is a lack of control of impulses.

Many pets may exhibit any or many of the above behaviors indefinitely such as “reverse sneezing” and increased mounting seen in neutered pets. Conventional medicine does not explain these odd symptoms, but homeopathically these pets may be exhibiting symptoms of rabies vaccinosis and occur fairly commonly in my opinion.

You certainly need to follow the law with regard to rabies vaccination. A homeopathic remedy given at the time of immunization can help reduce side effects. If your pet is suffering from the above symptoms, he/she can be evaluated by a homeopathic vet to try and cure this chronic diseased state.

From Jan: Certain medications can also cause behavior changes. Research possible adverse reactions to medications  by searching on-line by product name, by reading the product’s package insert, by talking with your vet or by visiting the veterinary section of  Also check the label on your pet’s food, particularly dry food. Corn as a first ingredient, of several of the first 5 ingredients, may be influencing behavior. Switch to a better food.

Other articles you might find useful:

Rabies Vaccination: 13 Ways to Vaccinate More Safely
Protecting Dogs From Vaccine Reactions
Combination Shots for Dogs: Weapons of Over-Vaccination
Treating Adverse Vaccine Reactions by Jean Dodds, DVM
Vaccinating Dogs: 10 Steps to Eliminating Unnecessary Shots

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12 Comments to “Is Your Dog’s Bad Behavior Caused by a Health Problem?”

  1. Carolyn in Belize Says:

    Very good article. Thanks too for the links — I am off to check out a drug prescribed for my dog. Always informative to visit your site. Thank you.

  2. Sirena Says:

    If my dog displays several of these behaviors/conditions, would that be enough to get an exemption (with a titer)?

  3. Chris Rabiyan Says:

    I am very interested in pursuing the link between vaccines and aggression, especially related to Fort Dodge vaccines. I recently had to put down my 10 month old puppy after he turned aggressive. The breeder is convinced that the aggression was a result of Fort Dodge issued by our vet (or possibly the anesthesia & sedatives used during his neuter surgery and an exploratory surgery for intestinal problems) and actually has a clause in the contract that voids the guarantee if Fort Dodge vaccines are given. Even though I advised the vet that I did not want Fort Dodge used, I have since learned that Fort Dodge is the only vaccines they use, and were in fact administered. Any additional postings & information would be appreciated.

  4. Jan Says:

    Chris, often, aggression caused by medication can be reversed. Unfortunately, few vets know how. Also know that you can vet shop in the future and find one who will use the brand you want. I suggest that the vaccine be thimerosol free. Merial’s vaccine has been recommended to me.

    Please make sure that you and your vet report the aggression reaction to the manufacturer and the USDA. That’s the only way things will change. See for more information.

  5. Jan Says:

    Hi Sirena. Whether or not a vet will consider a behavioral reaction to the rabies vaccine to be sufficient to ask for a medical exemption is up to your vet. It would have to be reported and put in your dog’s file. You will need a knowledgeable veterinarian. Re titers helping, they might help convince a vet, but there is no titer result that proves immunity in dogs. They currently use the human titer. It may reassure the vet but won’t change law. Support the study at to establish a titer standard for dogs. We’re just a year away from having one. And make sure your dogs reactions are reported.

  6. Blaire Bennett Says:

    I have a Maltese who is now almost 5. After her first rabies vaccine at 7 months there were some small changes in behavior that I thought were insignificant at the time and thought it was “little dog syndrome”. When she got her booster a year later she had a 180 degree turn in behavior. By the next morning she turned aggressive and bit me in the face.

    The next couple years became a long process of working with this. After the booster she didn’t get up for a week, I had to force her to drink and eat, she was completely lethargic when normally an extremely active puppy. I told all of this to my Vet but nothing was ever put in her file so I’m faced with a big problem now. As a puppy (pre-vaccine) she loved everyone, adults, children, and dogs. She only ever had a problem with large breeds. I now have an absolutley beautiful little girl that no one can approach and it breaks my heart. She will bite anyone that comes near her.

    I’ve tried talking to Vets and trainers along the way since this started, did a lot of research on the topic, but could not find anything that could help her. I have been considering going and doing blood work to make sure everything is in order as she has never had that done, but I’ve seen quite a few cases of thyroid issues and she doesn’t have any of the symptoms, nor does she have any other heath problems.

    So my question is to you is, in your opinion is there anything I can do to help her recover from this, or is it permanent? If you can point me in any direction of possible help I would be eternally greatful. It is so sad, like she doesn’t even understand a lot of her aggression. Sometimes she will wag her tail and get excited for someone to pet her, but I can’t let anyone because once they approach her she will snap. I would really appreciate any advise you can give me. Thank you, Blaire

  7. Jan Says:

    Blaire, please read my post What to Do When Your Dog Has a Vaccine Reaction There’s lots of information there that may help, including links to finding a vet who may be able to reverse the problems.

    Also, there are several good books on clicker training aggressive dogs. Check out There are several good books including “Click to Calm.” It is a kind way of dealing with aggression.

    Don’t give up. There’s an excellent chance that your dog can be helped.

  8. Reverse Sneezing: cause, duration & how to stop it | Says:

    […] After further research, I found that some vet’s believe that vaccines may be causing reverse sneezing as well as other behavior or health changes**. […]

  9. Gary Rokuta Says:

    I have a poor golden retriever that is only 1yr11mos old and already has allergies and I am sure from research from Dr. Ronald Schultz about overvaccinating can jeopardize their lives and cause allergies. I took her to 3 vets, the 3rd being a dermatology specialist that did blood work and after 3.5 wks., the results were environmental alergies. Meanwhile, I was giving her, (Brandy2), akc histoplex ab, moducare by Thorne Research, nature’s benadryl that’s called quercetin w / bromelein, among other supplements incl. omega3s, pet protandim, oil of oregano, colloidal silver and others. The immuno therapy pump droppers were started about almost 2 mos now and quite a bit of her hair came back but she has behavior issues and I get mad but I slways remember that it’s not her fault, it’s minds as I listened to that dsmn female vet that suggested ti vaccinate for distemper / parvo when I actually wanted to titer. I blamed her and she lied and also said that they aren’t sble to care for Brandy . What do u think as she is the academically inclined veterinary professional but I let her vaccinate and in a letter to me she said reactions from vaccines occur within 24 hrs. BS. THAT SHRINGE containing the vaccines had a lot, that looked like it was for a horse.

  10. Jan Says:

    Gary, your vet is lying, or is ignorant. If you like, I’ll send you a study of vaccine reactions happening within THREE days in 1.5 million dogs, published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Purdue vet school did the study.

    Also read and see if you dog even needed vaccinating in the first place. Probably not. If you ask for a titer to be run, that’s what you should give. And no dog with bad allergies should be vaccinated if titers are strong.

  11. Sheila Rimer Says:

    Jan – Sheila Rimer here! Met you long ago when you lived on Sailfish Point. Am so GLAD you are a lover of dogs. Surely the purest beings on this earth! I have Basset Hounds. Rescuing the older ones, these days – but I love them nearly more than my children. Well, at least as much! Was on line, just now, trying to find a copy of OUTCLASSING (successfully) for a friend I was telling all about you over drinks, last night! Would love to hear how you are, though the pics tell the tale! How could you be anything other than perfect as ever with those furbabies!

  12. dog behavior research Says:

    great post. thank you for sharing

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