Pet And Equestrian Resource Directory

Pet &

Equestrian Resource Directory

Spring 2009

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Chappell Ranch LLC Home of:

Wild Willy’s Horse Camp * Safe, Fun, Educational Horsemanship * Year-round Programs * Week, Weekend and Overnight Camps * Kids ages 6 and up, including teens * Girl Scout Troops and Boy Scout Troops Special Events

KinderPonyPlay * The innovative, interactive, fun learning program for child and parent. * Children ages 4, 5, & 6 learn beginning horsemanship skills with parent/guardian

Clinics, Group and Private Lessons for Kids and Adults Adult Programs * Trail Riding * Horsemanship and Riding Clinics for Adults!

Chappell Morgan Horses * Breeding & Sales * Classic, Foundation Lines that date back to Justin Morgan from the 1700s. * Standing Chappell’s Blue Blood Boy

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Table of Contents Advertising Index and a Directory to Categorized Listings and Articles Display Advertisers Invisible Fence ...........................................................................................1 Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital ......................................................2 Vet to Pet ....................................................................................................3 Sierra Feed and The Saddlery ...............................................................3 Chappell Ranch ........................................................................................4 Scoopie Doo ..............................................................................................6 Nature’s Select Pet Food Delivery........................................................9 Sierra Place ............................................................................................. 12 Show and Sport ..................................................................................... 13 G. Robison Photography ..................................................................... 14 Douglas Animal Welfare Group ........................................................ 15 Dread Knot Equine ............................................................................... 22 Mickey’s Pet Grooming........................................................................ 22 Concho Labradors................................................................................. 22 Poopy Lawn Scoopers .......................................................................... 22 A Beloved Friends Pet Crematory..................................................... 22 Sheridan Creek Equestrian Center ................................................... 23 Articles Horsing Around at Chappell Ranch ....................................................5 Saving Money on Pet Healthcare .........................................................6 Pet Obesity is a Growing Concern .......................................................8 Evacuate Your Pets in a Disaster ....................................................... 10 Pets May Transmit Harmful Worms ................................................ 11 The Importance of Pet Dental Care ................................................. 12 He’s Just My Dog.................................................................................... 14 Adopting with DAWG.......................................................................... 15 Why Choose a Shelter Dog ................................................................. 16 Arthritis Not Only a Human Condition.......................................... 17 Breeding Your Dog Makes No Cents ................................................ 18 Top Ten Signs of a Dog Lover ............................................................. 19

Listings Accessories.............................................................................................. 20 Acupuncture .......................................................................................... 20 Adult Riding Lessons ............................................................................ 20 Assisted Living ....................................................................................... 20 At Home Euthanasia ............................................................................ 20 Cancer Services ...................................................................................... 20 Child Riding Lessons............................................................................. 20 Digital X-Rays ......................................................................................... 20 Dog Training ........................................................................................... 20 Emergency Services .............................................................................. 20 Free Home Delivery .............................................................................. 20 Horse Boarding ...................................................................................... 20 Horse Camp ............................................................................................ 20 Horse Supplies ....................................................................................... 20 Horse Training........................................................................................ 20 Morgan Horses - Stud Service ........................................................... 21 Nature’s Select ....................................................................................... 21 Non Profit Organizations.................................................................... 21 Pet Cremation ........................................................................................ 21 Pet Food................................................................................................... 21 Pet Sitting ................................................................................................ 21 Pet Waste Removal ............................................................................... 21 Rescue ...................................................................................................... 21 Riding Lessons ........................................................................................ 21 Senior Living ........................................................................................... 21 Super Premium Dog & Cat Food ...................................................... 21 Supplements .......................................................................................... 21 Trail Riding .............................................................................................. 22 Ultra Sound ............................................................................................ 22 Veterinary Hospital .............................................................................. 22 Veterinary Medicine............................................................................. 22

Horsing around at Chappell Ranch Wild Willy’s Horse Camp offers kids a wonderful opportunity to enter into the world of horses. Each child is given a horse for the week in which a partnership is developed as they work with their horse. The camp is a very hands-on learning experience to include communication, ground work, stall cleaning, tacking, feeding, basic vetting, grooming, bathing, riding, and much more. What do you do when a horse has a cut? What do you feed a horse? What is the horse telling you if his ears are laid back? How do you bathe a horse? Why is it important to clean the stall? How do you saddle a horse? Why do you wear a helmet? How do you make your horse move forward? And most importantly are you having FUN?!? Wild Willy’s is offered year round with weekend and week long sessions. Kids and teens ages 6 and up. Little kids ages 4, 5, & 6 can begin their horse education with KinderPonyPlay which is an interactive

program for kids and parents. KinderPonyPlay is offered year round in six week sessions. Adults are not forgotten at Chappell Ranch with programs available to include private or group riding lessons. Riding and horsemanship clinics teach skills in a 2,3,4 or 5 day format in which the student is provided their own horse to work with during their clinic. Adult trail rides are also available. This is a great opportunity to start something new or step back into the horse world. Girlscout and boyscout troops can earn their badges as it relates to horses. Special interest groups are always welcome with programs designed to meet your needs. Contact Kim Chappell for further information. 775-265-6483 or [email protected] or visit www.chappellranchllc.com.

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Saving money on pet healthcare Studies have repeatedly shown that a large majority of pet owners consider their pets as a family member. We spoil them with birthday parties, presents, and all manner of toys and treats to keep them happy. But, when money is tight, extra expenses need to go. Sadly, some pet owners choose to avoid veterinary visits as one means to save money. And believe it or not, others might give up their pets completely. Knowing what you can safely do at home to lower your pet’s healthcare costs is a good way to insure a healthy pet and a healthy wallet. You should also know what to avoid!!

First, don’t skimp on wellness or preventive care. Vaccinations and parasite prevention are important parts of maintaining your pet’s health and yours as well. Diseases like rabies and Leptospirosis are zoonotic, meaning they can be spread between animals and people. Similarly, intestinal parasites or even fleas and ticks, are capable of transmitting serious diseases to our families. Some owners might choose to buy vaccines online or from a pet store. While this idea sounds like a cost-saving measure, there are many risks. It is easy enough to learn how to give a shot, but can you trust that the supplier properly stored the vaccines? Vaccines are delicate biological suspensions and require constant refrigeration to be effective. Some need proper mixing in order to work correctly. Improper preparation could make the whole process worthless. Choosing a lower cost flea product or a “do-ityourself” dewormer at a general merchandise store is another option a pet owner might investigate to save money. Sadly, according to the Center for Public Integrity (www.publicintegrity.org), these over-thecounter products are likely responsible for a sharp increase in pet deaths and adverse events in recent years. The EPA has received more than 25,000 reports of over-the-counter pesticide reactions in pets since 2003. So, although you might save a few dollars on the product, the extra trip to the veterinarian will likely cost a lot more!

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Pet emergencies shouldn’t be a place for shortcuts either. Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro, an emergency veterinarian in Colorado, says many owners simply use topical antibiotics on bite wounds or lacerations in order to avoid treating the pet when initially injured. But, most of these animals end up coming into the veterinary hospital with out of control infections. Dr. Mazzaferro cautions owners against bandaging their pets without proper training. If put on too tight, homemade bandages act like tourniquets, causing swelling of the limb and serious loss of circulation. And always check with your veterinarian before giving any over the counter human medication to your pet! Many pet poisonings are caused by human medications. But don’t worry; you can still save on your veterinary bills with a few simple steps at home. First, (and this sounds very simple) play with your pet! Veterinary behaviorists all agree that a tired dog is a happy dog and happy dogs don’t tear up furniture or get into trouble. Since behavior issues are the number one reason for abandoning pets, this fun task might literally save your pet’s life. Playing with your pet has health benefits as well. A well-exercised pet is less likely to be overweight and suffer from obesity related problems such as arthritis, certain cancers, or diabetes. Next, when exercising your pet, use appropriate restraints and confinements. Pets who roam freely are often hit by traffic, get into fights or eat something dangerous. Emergencies like these can end up hitting your wallet very hard. Even loving your pet has money saving benefits.

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Dr. Phil Zeltzman, a board certified veterinary surgeon in Pennsylvania, says that petting and caressing your pet can help find those little lumps and bumps sooner. Cancer is very common in our pets and can be very expensive to treat. Earlier detection generally means a better outcome and usually less expensive treatments. Despite all of these precautions, some pets will just get into trouble or develop a serious disease. Although veterinary medicine is still a bargain compared to other health services, most of us would be hard pressed to pay a big veterinary bill out of pocket. Companies like Pets Best Insurance (www. petsbest.com) offer a variety of insurance plans to assist owners with unexpected costs. But even today only a small percentage of pet owners insure their pets’ health. If paying a premium every month isn’t appealing to you, consider investing in a Pet Health Savings Plan. PetVetPro (www.petvetpro.com) helps people save money for potential pet emergencies. Unlike insurance, the money you pay into the program is yours. This allows you the flexibility to use the savings for car repairs, dental work, or whatever – including emergency surgery for your pet! We all want to keep our furry friends safe and healthy, but it is challenging when just feeding the family stretches your budget. Talk with your veterinarian about your pet’s specific health needs and see what should be addressed immediately and what can wait.

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Pet obesity is a growing concern Statistics show that about one in four North American adults are considered obese. But, this epidemic is not limited to our continent nor is it confined to our species. More than half of our dogs and cats are overweight or obese. So, should your pet start an Atkins Diet ? Ramsey is a “cheese-aholic”. At 6 years old and 156 lbs, this Bull Mastiff listens for his owner to unwrap the cellophane from a cheese slice and then makes a beeline for the refrigerator. Joyce Sternberg, R a m s e y ’s owner, says originally cheese was an incentive to teach Ramsey to shut the back

door. But those cheesy rewards had a darker side. Ramsey had become so heavy he actually tried to avoid walks. Sternberg states that “Ramsey would just grab the leash and head for home.” His dislike for exercise is a common theme f o r many pudgy pets. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention

(APOP), 43% of all dogs and 53% of all cats are classified as overweight. What’s worse, an additional 10% of all dogs and 19% of all cats are considered obese! These expanding numbers are a warning sign of our pets’ expanding waistlines! Joyce Sternberg was lucky in one respect… both her son and her veterinarian warned her about Ramsey’s rotund physique. Similarly, Irene Snow was chided by her veterinarian for allowing her Malamute mix, Yogi Bear, to balloon up to 127 pounds. “My veterinarian said he could tell how much I loved my pet by how fat he was,” says Irene, “but Yogi has always stolen food…that’s how he got his name!” Veterinarians and pet owners are showing concern over the increase in numbers of portly pets. An overweight pet is more prone to heart problems, poor skin condition, lameness, and more serious illnesses, like diabetes. A ground-breaking study actually details how pets who free feed live an average of two years less than pets with limited calories. Both Sternberg and Snow realized that their dogs were overweight due to excess treats, like Yogi’s ice cream sundaes or Ramsey’s cheeseburgers Other factors can add to your pet’s propensity for weight gain too. Specific breeds, such as Labradors and Cockers, are at higher risk for becoming chubby as are most non-purebred cats. And, although spaying and neutering your pet won’t make them fat, their metabolism and energy needs actually do decrease. This means that neutered pets are at a higher risk for gaining weight if we don’t pay attention to their diet and exercise. Without realizing it, many owners contribute to pet obesity through good intentions. “Some pets get twice as many meals each day because no one is in charge of feeding,” says Dr. Steve Hotchkiss, veterinarian and owner of Hulen Hills Animal Hospital. Hotchkiss challenged Ramsey and Yogi in a “Biggest Pet Loser” contest. Over the course of eight weeks, a newspaper article tracked the pounds that they shed and the trials they endured. Ramsey’s beloved cheese was the first thing to go and Yogi’s new treats consisted of green beans instead of ice cream. Both pets were also encouraged to increase their activity levels.

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Changes were apparent within just a few weeks and when the results were announced, both dogs showed significant weight loss. Yogi Bear had lost more than 14 lbs, making him the “Biggest Pet Loser” for the contest. Keeping it off has been more of a challenge though. Ramsey, on the other hand, continued his progress and eventually lost a total of 32 lbs! He is now at a trim 124 and Sternberg says he has the energy of a puppy. “He’s excited about walks and now he even romps across the yard with our other dog”. APOP says that pet owners should open a dialogue with their veterinarian about their pet’s weight. Most pet owners know their pet is overweight but many are unsure of how to proceed. The very first step should be a good thorough physical examination and associated blood work. This will help rule out diseases that cause weight gain, like hypothyroidism in dogs. Next, devise a diet plan with your veterinarian for safely reducing the number of calories being fed while also increasing the calories being burned through activity. Hotchkiss recommends avoiding a self feeder or leaving food out for our pets all day long. Like us, our pets will do better if they eat small meals more frequently rather than one large meal in the evening.

Finally, make exercise a priority. Two or more brisk walks each day for our pudgy pooches and thirty minutes of playtime with your flabby tabby can help them lose that excess weight. Above all, stay in communication with your veterinarian. You may run into temporary setbacks or even obstacles which will require a revision of your pet’s diet plan. With your love and commitment, your pet can lose that excess poundage which, in turn, could add years to your pet’s life.

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Evacuate your pets in a disaster Each year we see disasters in various forms all across the country. Tornadoes, floods, fires, hurricanes, blizzards and more can disrupt our lives and our families. In many families, that includes our animals. When you consider gas leaks or toxic spills and acts of terrorism you realize anyone can be affected by a disaster. You could be told to leave your home for a short time, only to find the situation keeps you away from your home for weeks. If you do not take your animals with you, an evacuation of your family could mean another disaster back at home with your pets. Because events occur quickly and decisions are made fast, you need to have a plan for yourself and your animals in case of a disaster. First, acquaint yourself with the types of disasters that can affect your area. Then develop an evacuation plan for your animals. For pets this may mean putting the small animals in a carrier and into the car for immediate evacuation. For farm animals, you would need to have an appropriate trailer handy and know where you can take each animal to be away from the danger and where they can receive proper care. This takes some thought and planning. In case you are not at home at the time of a disaster, place stickers on the front and back of your home or barn to notify neighbors or emergency personnel that animals are on your property and where they can find your evacuation supplies. Include a list of the number, type and location of all your animals. Have leashes, carriers and halters near by and easy to find.

If you have a friend or neighbor that you trust and is willing to help, let them know where they can find a key to your property and pre-arrange with them to take care of your animals in case you cannot get back home for some time. This is another reason to have supplies ready and easy to find. Be sure all your animals have proper identification. Rabies and ID tags are the best form for small animals. Microchipping is becoming a popular form of animal identification. An ID tag on a halter works well for large animals. An animal carrier and an evacuation kit are the two most important things to have ready in advance. Have your evacuation kit near the carrier or cage and keep the items in it fresh. This allows for fast action. For an evacuation all you would need to do is put your pets in the carrier and grab the kit. An old overnight bag or back pack works well. If there has been any injury or exposure to questionable substances, call your veterinarian for a health exam. As we have seen in several wide spread disasters, many people will not evacuate without their pets. Leaving your home with your family and pets in an emergency is smart, but takes pre-planning and thought. Plan now and be able to act fast when minutes count. Your veterinarian can help you with this planning.

Some of the items to keep in your animal’s evacuation bag: • Leashes, Food, Bottle of water, Gloves and muzzles, Paper towels, First aid kit, Veterinary records • List of contact phone numbers including your cell and prearranged evacuation spot, your veterinarian, local humane society, and friends • Towels for clean up or bedding, Trash bags • A letter signed by you giving others the authority to treat your pets in your absence. When an evacuation order is issued, what are the steps you should take? • Bring all pets inside, Make sure they all have ID tags on, Get all pets into their carriers • Grab your evacuation kits, Get everyone into the car, Leave as soon as possible with your pets • Along the way, call your pre-arranged evacuation site, Let friends know where you are going When you return, what should you do? • Look around both inside and out for dangerous objects, animals, or chemicals. • Let your pets have access to indoor areas only until you can evaluate the outside areas for safety. • Don’t let animals engorge themselves with food or water when you get back. • Return to a normal routine slowly. • Let your pets rest and sleep. • If your pets are lost, call shelters daily and visit lost pet web sites often.

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Pets may transmit harmful worms Worms – not a terribly popular topic, but one that could cause you and your pet a stay in the hospital. Veterinarians see the problem every day, but most dog and cat owners are unaware of the problems and risks, and do not know that hookworms and roundworms may transmit harmful diseases to family and friends. “Many pet owners are unaware that intestinal roundworms and hookworms could pose a health threat to their pets and even family members,” said Dr. Peter Schantz of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a veterinarian and specialist in parasites. “It is important for pet owners to learn about these potential dangers and why it is necessary to protect their dogs and cats from these infections.” Interestingly, many puppies and kittens may actually be born with these worm infections contracted from their mothers and can easily acquire new infections from soil and other sources in the environment. The scary thing is that pets with worms can be a source of infection for humans. Small children are especially vulnerable. They may be infected through contact with contaminated feces, soil, sand, plant life or other objects. Because children’s play habits bring them into closer contact with objects that may be contaminated by feces of pets, they are more likely to be infected than adults. These areas include sandboxes, playgrounds, patios and backyards. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 10,000 cases of toxocariasis (human infection with roundworms) occur every year in the United States. And the disease is not simple. Children infected by roundworms and hookworms can suffer from a serious condition called larva migrans, which may result in permanent visual or neurological damage. Dogs infected with roundworms and hookworms can suffer from abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea, loss of appetite, severe weight loss or even sudden death. Some dogs may be infected without showing any signs of illness. Roundworm and hookworm infections are treatable, however, prevention is a much better strategy. “The steps pet owners take now to protect their pets from roundworm and hookworm infections will greatly benefit the health and development of the pet as well as reduce the risk of transmission to people,” said Dr. Schantz. “Veterinarians can provide pet owners with de-worming and preventive

medications that will help keep their dogs and cats healthy. Elimination and prevention of these infections in pets also is beneficial for the health of the human members of the family.” Here are seven steps you can take to help prevent this problem and protect your family and your pets: 1. Talk with your veterinarian about de-worming your puppy or kitten at an early age and keep up a regular de-worming schedule to prevent another infection. 2. Give your pets a monthly preventive, which protects your dog against heartworms and treats and controls roundworms and hookworms. 3. Clean up properly after your pet, especially around your home and lawn. Use tools for clean up to avoid direct contact with your pets’ waste. 4. Wash your hands after handling your pets or their feces. 5. Limit all contact with unknown animals or environments. Learn to recognize potentially contaminated soil, sand, and other objects. 6. Maintain strict control of your pets when outside, preventing fecal ingestion or contact. 7. As children are particularly vulnerable to intestinal parasites, teach them about the dangers of ingesting or coming in contact with feces or potentially contaminated soil. This is a perfect example of how you can work with your veterinarian to simply and inexpensively prevent a potentially serious disease. Once you do, then stop worrying and enjoy your four legged family members.

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The importance of pet dental care When Marlene King’s two dogs fought over a bone one night, she had to rush her eldest pet, 14-year-old cocker spaniel “Toby” to the veterinary emergency hospital. She knew that Toby would have to have a few stitches for the bite wounds on his face, but she was shocked when the emergency veterinarian was more concerned about the severity of Toby’s dental disease. “The veterinarian was much more worried about the infection in Toby’s mouth. One of his big canine teeth had been knocked out in the fight and if we didn’t do gum surgery to repair the hole, he would always have severe sinus infections. Because Toby’s gum disease was so advanced, the doctor was worried about the chances of the surgery healing. I never knew that dental care was that important.” Dental care of dogs and cats is one of the most commonly overlooked areas of pet health care. Approximately 80% of all dogs and cats have periodontal disease by the time they are only two years old. Dental disease affects much more than fresh breath. It frequently leads to more serious health problems such as liver, kidney and heart disease. That’s why more veterinarians are not just treating dental disease, but taking new steps to prevent it. A major step in this process is encouraging owners to participate in their pet’s oral health at home. Periodontal disease in pets is the same as it is in people. It’s a sneaky and insidious process that begins when bacteria in the mouth attach to the teeth and

produce a film called “plaque”. When the bacteria die, they are calcified into “calculus” commonly known as tartar which makes a rough surface for even more bacteria to stick to. In the beginning, plaque is soft and can easily be removed by brushing or chewing on appropriate toys or treats. But if left to spread, plaque leads to gum inflammation (called “gingivitis”) and infection. Eventually, the infection spreads to the tooth root and even the jaw bone itself – causing pain and tooth loss. The American Animal Hospital Association recently devised new guidelines for veterinarians in order to highlight the need for more professional oral hygiene care for pets. The organization stressed the necessity of going beyond the traditional “scraping the surface” of routine dental cleanings, known as “prophies”. Veterinarians are encouraged to teach owners the importance of good oral hygiene when puppies and kittens are only a few months old in order to begin a lifetime of healthy benefits that go far beyond sweet smelling kisses. Dr. Johnathon R. Dodd, DVM, DAVDC, of the Animal Dental Clinic in Austin, Texas is a big proponent of dental health awareness and says, “The bottom line is that periodontal disease is extremely aggressive…it is a disease of neglect.” Unfortunately, good oral health care hasn’t been an important part of the veterinary school curriculum until recent years. Many veterinarians simply were not taught the serious health consequences of

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untreated dental disease. But research proves that unchecked dental disease can be the root of other problems. Seminars and workshops at the Western Veterinary Conference, the largest educational conference for veterinarians, are filled to capacity by veterinarians learning good preventative dentistry and oral surgery. Marlene King was fortunate that Toby’s emergency doctor had a special interest in veterinary dentistry, and had learned new dental procedures at a recent conference. “Toby had x-rays of his mouth and we found out that he actually had several abscessed teeth which the vet removed. Toby had been eating more slowly for several months and I thought it was just a part of old age. Now I know that he was probably in pain every time he ate.” A recent roundtable discussion between veterinary dental experts shed even more light on the impact that good preventative dentistry plays in a pet’s life. They strongly recommend daily dental care for pets and twice yearly mouth exams beginning when puppies and kittens are two months old. And while that schedule may seem too complicated for some pet owners, dental specialists, veterinary supply companies have developed products that will help pet busy owners put some bite into home dental care for their pets. A recent development that goes beyond good veterinary and at-home care, is the actual prevention of plaque using a barrier sealant gel. This is applied by the veterinarian and continued at home by the pet owner. Called OraVet®, this system is the first method

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used by veterinarians to create a physical barrier that reduces bacterial plaque adhesion above and under the gum lines. It is applied at home only once a week after the initial hospital application. Marlene has learned how to easily clean Toby’s mouth on a regular basis in order to keep him healthy and to prevent his mouth from getting infected again. She began using the new plaque prevention system. “It’s not that expensive, it’s easy to do, and Toby likes the attention. And he gets special treats that actually help clean his teeth as well.” It’s important for all pet owners to know that pets can lead longer and healthier lives with good dental care. In fact, studies show that proper dental care can extend a pet’s life by as much as five years! Ask your veterinarian about good dental care for your special furry friend.

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He’s just my dog From time to time people tell me, “Lighten up, it’s just a dog”, or, “That’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They do not understand the distance traveled, time spent, or costs involved for “Just a dog.” Some of my proudest moments have come about with “Just a dog.” Many hours have passed with my only company being “Just a dog,” and not once have I felt slighted. Some of my saddest moments were brought about by “Just a dog.” In those days of darkness “Just a dog” provided comfort and purpose to overcome the day. If you too think it’s “Just a dog,” you will probably understand phrases like “Just a friend, “Just a sunrise” or “Just a promise. “Just a dog” brings into my life the

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very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. “Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that makes me a better person. Because of “just a dog” I will rise early, take long walks and look longingly to the future. For me and folks like me, it’s not “just a dog.” It’s an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment. “Just a dog” brings out what is good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day. I hope that someday people can understand it’s not “Just a dog.” It’s the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “just a man or woman.” So, the next time you hear the phrase “just a dog,” smile, because they “Just Don’t Understand”.

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Adopting with DAWG Have you been thinking about adding a pet to your family? Volunteers with Douglas Animal Welfare Group, in concert with the Douglas County Animal Shelter, can help. DAWG members volunteer at the shelter 365 days a year, including holidays, spending time with each animal. They walk, play with, groom, and socialize the dogs and cats giving them much needed love. Volunteers know each animal’s personality and characteristics, if the animal is good with children or other pets, or has special needs requiring a specific environment. Knowing that information helps you find your best new “best friend.” The shelter has a variety of dogs and cats that are waiting

for their “Forever Home.” Animals arrive for many different reasons. Some because the owner is ill, some are abandoned, some are strays, and some are obviously neglected. However, they are all ready to be in loving families. Families who adopt a shelter animal will tell you that it is somehow different. When you open your home and your heart to one of these wonderful animals, they really do know you have saved them, and they show it. Adopting with the assistance of DAWG has many benefits. You receive follow-up calls to answer questions and make sure both you and your pet are adjusting. Adopted adult animals are spayed or neutered and you receive a $75 credit toward obedience training. DAWG volunteers work tirelessly to find “Forever Homes” for Douglas animals. The second Saturday of each month volunteers are at Petco, Topsy Lane, Carson City, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with animals ready for adoption. DAWG also hosts special adoption events at the shelter and surrounding communities. For information about adoption events, DAWG activities or to get involved call 775-267-7325 or visit dawgrescue.com.

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Pick me!…why choose a shelter dog Disney left a life-long impression on me when, as a youngster, I viewed the dog pound scene in Lady and the Tramp. Mournful mutts howled out a pitiful rendition of “Home Sweet Home,” which nobody but the most callous could sit through dry-eyed. The pound was portrayed as a cruel place manned by heartless dog-catchers. I vowed never to step foot in one, not even to save the life of one of the rejected creatures. Adopting a pet under such sad conditions would certainly place a cloud over the day. Could I ever leave completely happy with the dog I chose, knowing that dozens were left behind in misery? My answer today is a resounding YES! From personal experience I have learned that animal shelters can indeed be the very best place to find your companion. As a volunteer in college I found that humane societies and animal shelters can be places of compassion, and the animals, while lonely, are happy, healthy, and not nearly as desperate as Disney made them out to be. There are plenty of good reasons for bringing a dog home from “the pound.” In this article I’ll discuss just a few of them. Typically, when a family decides to adopt a dog, they check the pet store, the newspaper, and maybe the neighborhood for a puppy. More often than not, this spells disaster. While unarguably cute, puppies are not for everyone. Puppies, no matter what breed, take lots of time, money, and patience. Unless you are prepared to deal with urine spots on the carpet, sleepless nights, and hundreds of dollars in pet-related equipment and veterinarian bills (not to mention replacing chewed up clothing), you are not prepared for a puppy! In fact, this is the very reason animal shelters are filled to capacity. Puppies grow up fast and their newness wears off, and all too many owners find themselves too frazzled to continue. Thus, Fido ends up behind bars for no fault of his own. The vast majority of dogs in shelters are there because people weren’t thinking about the time, effort, and money involved in raising a dog. Think twice before bringing home a pup. An older dog is calmer, will pick up housetraining (and other obedience training) faster, and have outgrown the frustrating chew stage. Perhaps the best thing of all is that they are more predictable; what you see is what you get. With adult dogs the size, shape, skills,

and temperament have already been determined. Depending on the shelter, they may even have a pet history! Another reason to avoid pet-finding in pet stores and newspapers is that these places are largely supplied by backyard breeders and puppy mills, notorious for breeding unhealthy animals in inhumane conditions. The best way to shut down these operations is to avoid supporting them. While they may boast purebreds for low prices, a mixed breed mutt has much lower incidence of health defects than poorly bred purebreds. (Adoption days at places like PetSmart are run by shelters, and not supplied by puppy mills. Furthermore, most shelters now have web sites so you can start your dog search on-line. Petfinder.org lists dogs by specific breeds, a great tool if you know what you are looking for!) Cost is also another reason that shelter dogs come out on top. For a nominal fee, you bring home a dog that is up-to-date on vaccinations, has had a general health exam, and has been sterilized. Often the fee may include the cost of microchipping and licensing. Sometimes you even score coupons for free food and equipment on Adoption Days! Keep in mind that no dog is ever “free.” You should always have a new pet checked by a veterinarian to avoid the spread of disease. Having your pet spayed or neutered is a pet-owner’s responsibility not to be postponed. Heartworm treatments, chew toys, and other necessary equipment add up. It’s hard to beat the all-inclusive fee offered by a shelter. But perhaps the best reason to adopt a shelter dog is the values it teaches your children. Bring home an older dog, and you send the message that all creatures have intrinsic worth, not just the “cute babies.” Giving a dog a second home teaches another fabulous lesson, and dogs who have suffered losses often bond faster to their new people, eager to belong again. Children appreciate knowing about second chances. Finally, when you bring home a shelter dog you save the life of a dog whose only alternative may be euthanasia. 60% of animals placed in shelters meet this fate. By including children in this important decisionmaking process, making careful choices, and being a responsible pet owner, you teach children the best lesson of all.

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Arthritis not only a human condition Pain has many causes. When it happens to your pet friends, it’s especially sad. It generates almost the same emotions in us as when our children hurt. Arthritis is even more common in dogs than it is in people. One out of every six people, or about 43 million, suffers with some form of arthritis. Compare that to dogs where about 20%, or one in five dogs, feel the pain of arthritis. This number almost doubles in dogs older than 7 years. This occurs as both people and dogs and cats grow older. The joints don’t function as smoothly and lose some of their ability to lubricate joint movement as time passes. Often a pet owner overlooks this pain as simply “the pet is getting older”. In fact, some veterinarians believe that over half of all dogs and cats with painful arthritis are going untreated because their owners don’t recognize the subtle and insidious symptoms of joint pain. “Pet owners should understand that pain can be just as difficult and life changing in pets as it is in people,” says Dr. Robin Downing a veterinarian who runs a pain management practice for animals. Dr. Robin Downing is one of only four veterinarians in the world credentialed by the American Academy of Pain Management which has about 6,000 active members ranging from physicians, oriental medicine doctors and nurses. “Stiffness and reluctance to move, or unexplained behavioral changes in pets is just not normal. Many owners may pass these signs off as “getting old”, but chronic pain is real and today can be managed much better than in years past,” notes Downing. “The primary problem in pets is osteoarthritis. You will see these both dogs and cats tire easily, dogs may lag behind other dogs, and they will not want to jump or may noticeably limp”. “I think pain in cats is very under recognized. Cats suffer from arthritis just like dogs. The biggest problem with arthritis is that it is a progressive and degenerative condition. In addition to this main cause, surgical pain and pain from injuries account for most of the problem in veterinary medicine”. But Dr. Downing offers some hope; “There are a number of ways we can help these pets live without the nagging stress of chronic pain. Pain we can predict, like surgeries, can be helped with pre-analgesic medications. For other

pain, veterinarians are now taking a more multimodal approach using metabolic analysis, life style changes, nutrition and pharmaceuticals”. Moderate exercise is recommended to keep pet’s weights in a normal range and not add to the stress on already stressed joints. If possible, swimming is a good form of exercise because it is non-weight bearing. Soft warm beds, ramps for getting in the car and elevated dog bowls all help pets with arthritis pain. Veterinarians also have new generation non-steroid medications that can help. As both cats and dogs may have serious side effects to aspirin and ibuprofen, pain medications should only be prescribed by your veterinarian. This new generation of non-steroid medications uses the science of enzyme inhibitors, and they act like many of the new human arthritis medications. Many pets, especially those with chronic and progressive hip dysplasia are getting good relief with these medications especially along with proper home care and physical therapy. One example is called Previcox®. Dr. Downing says, “There are many clients that come in thinking their pets are just getting old. After we identify the dog’s pain and create a plan to help alleviate that pain, the same client will return and report that same dog is doing things it hasn’t done in years. It really makes a difference!” Chronic pain can change a person and it can change your pet’s personality and interaction with people. Dr. Downing is leading the way for pets to get some real relief from their veterinarians. There is now even a specialty group to help organize and train veterinarians in pain management. The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management is dedicated to improving the identification, prevention and relief of pain in animals. Only 3 years old, this organization will shift this field of study into high gear and all veterinary hospitals and their patients will benefit from it. If you are concerned that your pet may be in pain, ask your veterinarian. Gage the doctor’s sensitivity to your concerns about this pain and make sure your pets are cared for by a veterinarian who understands and reacts to your concerns about pain.

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Breeding your dog: it makes no cents For anyone who may balk at the price of good pups nowadays, or who may think to himself, “At those prices I should become a breeder!” let me assure you that breeding does not make millionaires. There are a lot of bad reasons people breed their dogs, but there are only a few good ones. If you don’t meet all three of the following conditions and you still want to breed your dog, take a long, hard look at the situation in our crowded shelters across the country before you decide to contribute to the problem. Good reasons to breed your dog: 1. You have in your possession a five generation pedigree (at least) for your dog that contains numerous champions in conformation, obedience, and/or fieldwork. There is no evidence of in-breeding, and you have a stud in mind with a complimentary pedigree. 2. Your dog is in excellent condition and closely fits the AKC standards for the breed. 3. You possess an abundance of time, patience, and indeed, passion for dogs in general, and your breed in particular. What’s more, you are in a financial position to cover the expenses that invariably incur with breeding dogs (see below for details). If you’re a dog-lover looking for a way to make a few extra bucks, do yourself a favor and open up a kennel or a high-end poodle salon. Don’t imagine that raising pups will bring in the bucks, for the reality is the very opposite. But in case you’re still seeing dollar signs…this article should give you an idea of the cost involved in breeding a dog. To begin with, there are the initial costs, like purchasing the mother. If you remember condition #1 (above), you know that you’re going to need to be picky if you want to breed her. Plan on approximately $800. You’ll then need to have a series of tests run to make sure she meets condition #2. These tests include hip X-rays to rule out hip dysplaia, eye tests to check for cataracts, and tests for thyroid disease, in addition to any other tests recommended for the breed. These tests will cost you at least $300. Of course, you don’t have to do these tests, but it you don’t, you have no way of guaranteeing the genetic health of your pups, which serious buyers will be expecting. Then, of course there are the dog supplies you’ll need for the first year before your gal is ready to breed (food, toys,

vitamins—you’re going to want to keep her healthy), but you had already planned on those, right? Tack on another $1,000. So now we get to the fees at the time of breeding. Expect at least $400 for the stud fee, although it’s more if you insist on a champion-quality stud. There may be travel and boarding expenses, but we’ll give you a break and pretend that dream-guy lives down the block. Once your gal is pregnant she’ll need routine vet exams to check for infections that might affect the health of the pups. If anything goes wrong you may have to pay for ultrasounds or an emergency Csection. Oh yeah, pregnant dogs eat more, and need more vitamins…We’re talking $500 or more, even for a healthy pregnancy. You’ll need some special equipment for the big day: whelping box, heat pads and lamps, thermometer, scissors, towels, baby scales, tweezers, hemostats, baby suction bulb, bottles and/or tubes for feeding (just in case mom gets an infection or can’t feed her pups), milk replacement formula, and nail clippers. But you probably have most of this stuff lying around, right? So we’ll be modest and say $100. Whew! The pups arrive and all is well. Now the money starts rolling in, right? Wrong! You’ve only just begun. To keep those pups in tip-top shape you’ll need puppy wormer (given at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks), diarrhea medication, wellness check-ups with the vet, vaccinations and eye certifications, extra puppy food and vitamins, and advertisement fees! Plan on $300 minimum for each pup, plus $100 to take them off your hands. Oh, and you’ll need time off work to care for mother and pups. But you had ample time, right (condition #3)? Wow! All those expenses add up fast! For a litter of four you’ll be dishing out at least $4,400. Even if you sell your pups for $800 (that’s average for a wellbred puppy), you’re out $1,200. While some of these expenses are one-time, can you expect to make money down the road? After seven litters, you might. But then again, consider that annual maintenance of the mother will cost you $1,000, and you shouldn’t breed her at intervals more frequent than two years. Maybe it’s understandable why 75% of breeders do not attempt to breed again. The verdict is in…if you’re thinking of breeding for the money, you should know right now, breeding definitely does not make cents!

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Top ten signs that you are a dog lover There’s something different about you. People sense it the moment you walk in the door. Is it in your smile, or the way wear your hair? Truly, there are countless manifestations of your canine obsession. Here are the top ten: #10: Stray hairs on your clothes. White hairs make a mess of your black wool skirt, while black fur collects in tufts on your white fleece pullover. You’ve spent a small fortune on lint removers, but have finally given up. Shedding isn’t just for the dogs anymore. #9: Pockets full of old bread bags (or mutt mitts). Dog owners live by the Boy Scouts’ motto: Be prepared. After all accidents do happen, even on Mr. Smith’s meticulously manicured lawn. You’ll be ready when they do. #8: You whistle to call your dog...and your kid. In fact, you find it hard to distinguish between the two. Your wallet, desk, and the wallpaper on your PC are packed with photos of Caesar. #7: You’ve been caught on more than one occasion talking to your dog as if he were a person. You pause patiently while the dog “answers” you. And you insist that he does answer! #6: You like people your dog likes, and hate those she hates. Instead of your parent’s approval, your dates must win Muff y’s favor. This has made dating almost impossible for you, since Muff y tends to be jealous of anyone who takes your attention away from her. #5: You give out gifts that your dog “bought,” and sign cards from you and your dog. Having given up on teaching Buford how to hold a pencil, you now ink up his paw to leave his print. Unfortunately he got away before you could wash it off, and now there’s a line of permanent black paw prints across the linoleum in the kitchen.

#4: You greet dogs by their names, but can’t remember the names of their owners. “Dude” and “Ma’am” seem to work well in a pinch. #3: You sleep huddled in the far corner of your bed while your dog sprawls out in the middle. You don’t even mind when she snores, drools on your pillow, and steals the blankets. #2: Your phone is programmed to speed dial the vet, groomer, dog trainer, pet store, and kennel. What’s more, the clerks can identify you by your voice. #1: On Christmas, instead of cookies, you bake doggie biscuits. You have a recipe file of Princess’s favorite kinds, and make plates to deliver to all her doggy friends. Incidentally, she gets more presents than you do, and the ones you do get seem conspicuously related to dogs.

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Rescue Directory CAT RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS Community Cats (spay and neuter feral cats only) 775-720-8067 Divine Felines Purebred Rescue divinefelinespurebredrescue.org Feline Rescue Of Northern Nevada www.FRONN.com 775-544-4475 Pet Pals of Reno, Chuck or Pat 775-747-5940 Plumas Animal Welfare Society www.catspaws.petfinder.org 530-283-5433 or [email protected] Regal Felines Cat Rescue www.regalfelinescatrescue.org 808-349-4021 The Judy Project, Dayton, NV 775-246-0659 DOG RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS Afghan Hound Rescue, Michele Attaway 775-787-8748 Auntie Renee’s Munchkins, Renee Cariglia 775-750-0265 Beagle Rescue, Connie Gomez 775-246-7977 Bonanza Kennel Club, Joan Newman 775-887-8822 Bearded Collies and Schipperkes, Jana Dozet 775-972-6555 Boston Terriers, Robbie Cetina 775-577-2157 Boxers and Buddies www.boxersandbuddies.com 877-233-5738 Brittany Rescue 775-828-0748 PJ Wangsness, www.dogtrainingbypj.com Bulldog Club of America Patti Hawkinson 775-972-6497 Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rescue Linda Anderson 775-867-KENL Chihuahua Rescue 775-828-0748 PJ Wangsness, www.dogtrainingbypj.com Chihuahua and Small Breed Rescue 775-997-3600 Lesley Harger, www.hargerchihuahuas.com Collie Rescue (purebred “Lassie” dogs only) 775-747-4534 DeAnne LaCruze, [email protected] Companion Dogs, Carol Reichman 775-853-2400 Doberman Rescue, Loneagle Dobermans 775-425-3157 Dog Town Canine Rescue www.dogtownrescue.com 775-230-3703 English Bulldog Rescue 775-233-2200 Nancy, www.sierrabulldogclub.org English Bulldog Rescue, Ann Murray 775-475-0423 German Shepherd Rescue Doris Estabrook 775-265-1703 or Cindra Smith 775-849-9301 German Shepherd Rescue of Sacramento Valley 916-655-3125 www.gsrsv.org German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue Cindy Smullen 775-849-2920 Great Dane Rescue of Northern California www.gdrnc.org Newfoundland Club of Northern California 775-425-5542 Rebecca Gertz NNV Shiba Inu Rescue 775-322-5400 Jack Owens, www.myshibainu.com NV Greyhounds Unltd. 775-577-2414 Gay Johnson, www.nevadagreyhounds.org Old English Sheepdog Rescue Sheila (Reno) 775-425-4070 or Connie (Fernley) 775-835-8488 Papillon, Shelties, Belgian Terverans, Carolyn Goepner 775-849-1102 PugSavers, Rocklin, CA, www.pugsavers.com 916-484-5004 Reno Kennel Club-Bull Mastiff Rescue 775-321-4265 San Francisco Samoyed Rescue www.SFSR.org 415-451-7175 Saints of the West, St. Bernard Rescue 775-475-0420 Ken or Lori Juenke SW Airedale Terrier Rescue Network, Rusty LaFrance 800-688-1402 Vizla Dog Rescue, Christine Hotz 775-677-9773 Weimaraner Rescue Arlene Marshrey 775-972-7804 or Sarah Chvilicek 775-972-5447 Westie Rescue of Northern Nevada, Rory Litch 775-575-6071 Yorkie Rescue (UYR) 775-626-7342 Doreine, www.unitedyorkierescue.org HORSE RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS Alliance of Wild Horse Advocates 775-782-6128 Sheila, www.aowha.org

BLM Wild Horse & Burro Program, Susie Stokke 775-861-6469 High Desert Equine Rescue 775-671-0268 highdesertequinerescue.rescuegroups.org Lucky Horse Rehabilitation Project 775-246-7636 Shirley Allen, www.whmentors.org Nevada Commission for the Preservation of Wild Horses and Burros 775-849-3625 Nevada Department of Agriculture, George 775-848-2187 The Wild Horse Rescue Center 775-853-4182 Cindy Lawrence, www.wswhbe.com Virginia Range Wildlife Protection Assn (wild horses) 775-881-2288 Wild Horse Spirit (Mustangs) 775-883-5488 Bobbi Royle, www.wildhorsespirit.org OTHER RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS Animal House Shelter & Sanctuary, dog & cat rescue 775-340-5884 www.animal-house.petfinder.org 775-777-8233 Best Friends Animal Society 435-644-2001 Julie Snyder, www.bestfriends.org Churchill Animal Protection Society (CAPS) 775-423-7500 www.capsnv.org CockadoodleMoo, farm animal sanctuary www.CockadoodleMoo.org Dayton Valley Wildlife Restop, Evelyn Pickles 775-246-0470 Douglas Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) 775-267-7325 www.dawgrescue.com Exotic Birds, Ramona McClure 775-841-0969 Fallon, City of, Animal Shelter 775-423-2282 Feeding Pets of the Homeless 775-841-7463 Genevieva, www.petsofhomeless.org Fernley, City of, Animal Control 775-784-9801 (FOCCAS) Friends of Castaway Companions Animal Shelter 775-625-4356 or www.foccas.petfinder.com For Pets’ Sake, Sara Petersen, 775-852-7111 www.forpetsakereno.petfinder.org High Sierra Animal Rescue 530-832-4727 www.highsierraanimalrescue.org Humane Society of Tahoe-Truckee www.hstt.org 530-587-0667 Lake Tahoe Humane Society 530-542-2857 www.laketahoehumaneandspca.org Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care, Cheryl or Tom Millham 530-577-2273 Looking for My Hero Animal Rescue Foundation 775-530-4317 Nevada Humane Society 775-856-2000 Northern Nevada Ferret Network 775-331-3041 October Pawlik, www.nnfn.net Palomino Valley Pet Rescue 775-358-5527 [email protected] Pet Network Animal Friends, Incline, NV 775-832-4404 (companion animals) Prairie Dog Town Rescue, Dani 775-772-2357 Reno Tur-Toise Club, Darlene Pond or Cheryl Darnell 775-972-8532 Shakespeare Animal Fund, Jennifer Webb 775-342-7040 www.ShakespeareAnimalFund.org Silver Springs Spay/Neuter Project, Lee Blomquist 775-577-3518 SPCA of Northern Nevada (dogs and cats) 775-324-7773 www.spcaofnn.org Washoe County Regional Animal Services 775-353-8900 Cindy Sabatoni Wild Animal Infirmary for Nevada (WAIF), Nancy Laird 775-849-0345 Wildlife Rescue Foundation www.wildliferescue.com Willows Change www.willowschange.petfinder.org 775-971-9547 Wind & Willows Ferret Rescue & Hospice 775-426-8887 Lisa Watson. www.freewebs.com/fallonferts/ Wylie Animal Rescue Foundation (WARF) 775-833-2319 www.tahoewarf.com