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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
3 Dog Breeds More Prone to Separation Anxiety
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While many dogs can adapt to being left alone for short periods, some breeds are more prone to separation anxiety issues than others. According to research from Nato Pet Insurance, Dachshunds, Cockapoos and Toy Poodles are the top three dog breeds "predisposed to separation anxiety". Due to their rise in popularity during the pandemic, these breeds never learned to be alone and are more likely to show signs of separation-related behavior. "The rise in demand often led to reliance on puppy farms with poor conditions, where the health of the dogs was disregarded," says award-winning dog behavior specialist, Rachel Rodgers. "These environments place significant strain on the mothers, which can impact the puppies born under such conditions." On the other hand, breeds who can happily handle being alone include Golden Retrievers, Border Terriers, and Miniature Schnauzers. "While studies suggest Golden Retrievers are a breed with a high likelihood of separation anxiety, this has not been the case in my observations," adds Rachel. "Dogs experiencing separation anxiety are often referred by a vet to a Clinical Animal Behaviorist (CAB), who specializes in understanding and addressing animal behavior." Research suggests that eight of out 10 dogs find it hard to cope when left alone, however many owners struggle to spot the signs. According to the Dogs Trust, the signs of separation anxiety in dogs include: Whining Barking/howling Pacing Trembling Panting Drooling Destructive behavior such as scratching at furniture If your dog is struggling with separation-related behaviour, talk to a local vet who knows you and your dog. They may refer you to a clinical animal behaviorist. You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How parents can teach their kids to start building wealth
Half of parents with adult children still offer them some financial support, according to a report from Rachel Rodgers, CEO of Hello Seven and author of "Future Millionaire," joins Wealth to share tips on how parents can help their younger children start building wealth from an early age. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Wealth here.
Forbes
26-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
6 Must-Read Books For Creators In Celebration Of Indie Bookstore Day
Indie Bookstore Day is April 26th. Creators today aren't just making content. They're building businesses. As the creator economy evolves, more creators are stepping into entrepreneurial roles, creating their own digital products, courses, memberships, and services to build sustainable income streams. In honor of Indie Bookstore Day on April 26, it's the perfect time to support independent bookstores and invest in your business knowledge. a platform dedicated to financially supporting over 1,900 independent bookstores worldwide, has raised more than $37 million for local stores since 2020. They give over 80% of their profit margin back to bookstores, keeping essential community hubs thriving. This year, show your support by picking up one (or more) of these seven must-read books every creator should have on their shelf to build income, confidence, and long-term success. "Sponsor Magnet" by Justin Moore Brand deals can feel like a mystery for many creators, but Sponsor Magnet breaks it down with clear frameworks and actionable templates. Justin Moore teaches creators how to attract sponsorships, price partnerships confidently, and turn one-off deals into recurring revenue. If you're tired of waiting for brands to find you, this book gives you the tools to proactively build a sponsorship business. "We Should All Be Millionaires" by Rachel Rodgers Financial empowerment is a must for creators building businesses. In We Should All Be Millionaires, Rachel Rodgers proves that most financial advice is outdated and offers a step-by-step path to creating wealth, especially for women and people of color. This book will change the way you think about money, earning potential, and building a business that supports your biggest life goals. "Buy Back Your Time" By Dan Martell With many creators running their creator business on top of a full-time job, time is the most valuable resource. In Buy Back Your Time, entrepreneur Dan Martell teaches how to scale your business by outsourcing and delegating strategically. Creators often burn out trying to do it all themselves, and this book offers the blueprint for reclaiming your schedule, focusing on your zone of genius, and accelerating your success without sacrificing freedom. "10x Is Easier Than 2x" By Dan Sullivan Creators are no stranger to imposter syndrome, and thinking small won't build a big brand. Dan Sullivan's 10x Is Easier Than 2x challenges creators to expand their mindset around growth. Instead of working harder, he teaches how to focus on the few activities that create the most impact, multiplying income, relationships, and purpose without multiplying stress. "Rich AF" By Vivian Tu Vivian Tu, known on social media as 'Your Rich BFF'', brings her Wall Street wisdom to creators and entrepreneurs looking to master personal finance. In Rich AF, she shares strategies on maximizing income, navigating taxes, overcoming money fears, and investing for the long term. This book empowers creators to stop living paycheck-to-paycheck, even if their income fluctuates with platform changes. "The Big Leap" By Gay Hendricks Many creators unknowingly limit themselves and don't truly understand where they are meant to spend their energy (mostly because they feel they have to do it all alone). The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks explores how self-imposed barriers prevent people from achieving their true potential. Learning how to operate from your 'zone of genius' (and what your 'zone of genius' even is) is critical for creators who want to build businesses that are both fulfilling and profitable. The future of the creator economy is entrepreneurship. You don't need a million followers to earn a full-time living. Rather, you need systems, mindset shifts, and scalable offers. These books offer the financial, entrepreneurial, and personal development knowledge needed to thrive beyond the next algorithm change. And by investing in your education via some new reads on Indie Bookstore Day (and beyond), you're helping support independent bookstores that keep creativity and curiosity alive in our communities.
Globe and Mail
22-03-2025
- Health
- Globe and Mail
Ethnic nose jobs are about more than rejecting one's heritage
When I was growing up, my family always told me I have my mother's nose. It was meant to be a compliment – hers, like mine, is long, perfectly pointed, sharply edged. But that praise was at odds with what a boy in my Grade 5 class once said to me with a prepubescent cackle I'll never forget: 'You have a witch's nose! Ha!' Naturally, it was the second observation that's stuck with me. For years, it was the one part of my body I wished I could change. I wanted it to be smaller, more curved at the bridge and overall just less noticeable. But I knew simply saying that aloud would be like rejecting not only my family but my Pakistani heritage. In South Asia, a larger nose is commonplace – and in some cultures, it's even considered a sign of beauty and wealth. At 13, living in Toronto, that didn't register much. The urge to believe an 'ethnic nose' is unattractive is ever-present. Just this month, Pakistani-Canadian actor Amrit Kaur went viral after sharing on CBC's Q that 'a very well-known Canadian agent' once took a single glance at her headshot and told her she'd never be a lead on a TV show because her nose was too big, and she'd best get a nose job. While the pressure for celebrities to have work done is nothing new, cosmetic surgery is also going more mainstream – especially among Gen Z, who have been booking nose-job procedures at increasing rates, according to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. It's hard to ignore the role social media plays among the most online generation ever. Recent research has shown the more time you spend on social media, particularly those platforms that are more visual, the more likely you are to want a cosmetic procedure. In the past few years, 'ethnic rhinoplasties' have become a regular discussion on social media, where brown and Black folks share the before-and-afters of their cosmetic surgery. This particular procedure is meant to retain ethnic features, such as bone density and nostril size, while still reshaping. But yeah, it still often involves reducing the size. While some people have heralded these ethnic nose jobs as a sign of the cosmetic-surgery industry becoming more inclusive, Rachel Rodgers, a psychology professor at Boston's Northeastern University who studies socio-cultural influences on body image, is skeptical. She says the profit-driven industry could be simply expanding into a new market and 'tailoring their product to encourage consumption.' Imani Reid, a 27-year-old marketing assistant in Toronto, had wanted a rhinoplasty since she was 17. She did her research, and found the results from some surgeons in Canada and the U.S. were often more uniform – featuring a defined bridge, upturned tip and smooth profile. In other words, they looked like the average white nose, no bumps in sight. 'I wanted to preserve the integrity of my natural features while refining my nose,' she said in an interview with The Globe and Mail. So last October, she went to a clinic in South Korea to have the ethnic rhinoplasty, and shared with her surgeon photos of 'beautiful Black women' as her models. Three months post-op, Reid says the rhinoplasty has 'allowed me to feel more confident in my own skin.' While Reid's friends were supportive (in fact, several of them have also gotten the same procedure), her mother, a first-generation immigrant from Jamaica, struggled to accept her choice. 'Unfortunately, she interpreted my decision as me rejecting my heritage or trying to conform to a Western beauty standard, which couldn't be further from the truth,' says Reid. 'For me, it was about enhancing what I already loved about myself, not changing who I am. My identity and my connection to my culture aren't defined by the shape of my nose.' Divisiveness around this subject isn't new. More than 50 years ago, some of the earliest academic writing on the motivations for cosmetic procedures focused on people from certain ethnic and religious groups reducing the size of their noses to facilitate cultural assimilation in the post-Second World War world. 'Family members often expressed concern about the loss of ethnic identity or a distinct family trait,' says Dr. David Sarwer, a dean at Temple University's College of Public Health who studies the psychological aspects of plastic surgery. 'These issues still resonate for some patients today.' In support of preserving these traits today, some people are celebrating natural ethnic noses online, such as Pakistani-American photographer Simrah Farrukh, who shared her collection of nose portraits of various South Asian women. And Niyati Sriram, a New York-based software engineer, has made several TikTok videos sharing how she's come to accept her Indian nose. She says she did this publicly to hold herself accountable, and to give voice to a feeling that is shared by many girls out there who, like her, have been bullied for their nose. 'This is something I have always struggled with and possibly will always struggle with,' she said in an interview with The Globe. 'I can't say I will be able to resist ever changing it. How I feel about my nose constantly fluctuates, but I am proud of it because it is a product of generations of my ancestors.' It's a mantra I've said to myself many times, as have many of the other young people of colour I spoke to about their noses. Almost all of them, too, shared a lack of judgment for each other's choices and a deep empathy toward feeling insecure in the Western world. Cosmetic surgery is a deeply personal choice, often one that takes years of thought and reflection. And that choice doesn't always have to be about maintaining cultural morale. How we feel about how we look comes from a number of other factors, including where we grew up, the media we consumed, or simply because we don't see who we feel we really are when we look in the mirror. In that case, perhaps an ethnic rhinoplasty is better than one that doesn't take cultural factors into consideration at all. Surveys and research have found that most people who undergo cosmetic procedures experience 'high satisfaction' with their results, and report feeling less anxiety and depression thanks to a rise in confidence. When it comes to feeling a lasting psychological shift, results vary, but significant research remains to be done. For me, all these years later, listening to these different perspectives have helped me realize my nose isn't even one you could call all that 'big.' There are better ways to describe it; it is different, it is unique. But it is also my mother's nose – and despite what that kid said back in Grade 5, that alone makes me proud.
