Pet Gazette March 2009

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“I’ve done something impulsive”. Paul was calling home from work before he left for the night. “Good for you!” I interjected cheerfully. My husband, a type-A personality if ever there was one, is also a financial controller, which leaves little to no room for impulsive behavior. “What did you do?” “I got us another dog”. He replied. “She’s one of the Spaniels from the company’s hunting lodge. The trainer told me she wasn’t going to make it, so I told him I’d take her. She’s a real sweetie. You’ll love her”. He was right. The first time I saw Annie, I thought she was perhaps the homeliest animal I’d ever seen. A skinny, scrawny little thing with ears too big for her puppy face, she walked into our house and our hearts and took over. She asked our other dog, Molly, a Golden Retriever, the following questions: “Who used

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to be in charge?” When Molly told Annie the boss was a cat named ‘Sam’, Annie nearly laughed her puppy head off. “Do cats taste good?” She asked. To Annie’s question of what do we drink, Molly said they would probably be drinking Paul’s left over cereal milk and water. Annie laughed. “I prefer coffee with lots of milk”, she said. “I’ll just drink theirs, they won’t even notice”. Then she asked Molly, “Where do we sleep?” When Molly told her “We sleep on our beds downstairs”. Annie nearly laughed her puppy head off. “I like sofas and chairs”. She said. I asked Paul. “What were we thinking?” He answered. “I haven’t a clue. Did you drink my coffee?”

Treats, tips and more from The Dog Whisperer

long with his DVDs, CDs and books aimed at improving the relationship between people and their dogs, Cesar Millan, a.k.a. The Dog Whisperer, has launched a new line of products only available at PETCO stores or online at PETCO.com. Products range from fortified water for dogs and puppies at $1.19 and $1.99 to stylish dog beds at $95.99, and also include lavender and raspberry-scented dog shampoos, carpet cleaners, deodorizers, collars, food bowls and organic dog food and treats. Millan also has a new book out, “A Member of the Family: Cesar Millan’s Guide to a Lifetime of Fulfillment with Your Dog.” In it, Millan —  and “Dog Whisperer” producer Melissa Jo Peltier — write that dogs and humans share an appreciation of family and that “by making dogs full-fledged member of our families, we have the ability to make those human families stronger.” They guide the reader through all phases of a dog’s life, from bringing an animal into your home to coping with their old age and death. His wife and sons offer advice for women and kids

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in special chapters, and the book is sprinkled throughout with blackand-white images of Millan, his family, his work and other dogs and their families, with a special section of color photos in the center of the book. Written in Millan’s easy style, the book is organized in quickto-reference chapters with charts, checklists and tips that bring home his points. “A Member of the Family” (320 pages, hard-cover) was released in October 2008 by Harmony Books, a division of Random House, and retails for $25.95. Find it at local and online bookstores or through Millan’s Web site, cesarmillaninc.com.

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ong-time cat owners who have emptied their share of dirty litter boxes might welcome the alternative presented in the funny little book by Perre DiCarlo, “Kick Litter: Nine-Step Program for Recovering Litter Addicts.” Released in late 2008, the colorful little book is both a how-to guide for helping cats kick their “litter habit” and an amusing read for cat-lovers. If you’ve ever thought of trying to teach your cat to use the toilet, this book shows you how. And if you thought it was an impossible dream better suited to movie gags (like in the film “Meet the Parents”), this book might just change your mind. The book follows the adventures of cats Moxie and Cooper as their owner attempts to lure them away from the litter box and onto the toilet, with step-by-step instructions packaged in a uniquely designed guidebook that showcases well the design skills of author DiCarlo

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and publishers Chen Design Associates. (The book’s cover folds out into a how-to poster.) “Kick Litter” retails for $15.95 and is available at most local and online bookstores. Check it out at kicklitter.com.

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he “Kitty Kit” may not include everything a person needs to care for a new kitten, but it’s a cute place to start. The “Kitty Kit: Enjoying Your New Cat” features a colorful paperback book on kitten care written by animal behavior therapist Peter Neville, a red plastic food dish and two toys for kitty to bat around. Though small, the book is packed with information that will help a new cat owner,

including a shopping list of items needed for a new pet, tips for kitten-proofing the home and ideas for introducing the kitten to other pets and family members. The book is heavy on words and not really geared toward little children, but avid young readers and adults will appreciate the book and other items as a step in preparing to bring home a new pet. Released in March by St. Martin’s Press, “Kitty Kit” retails for $19.95 and is available at most local and online bookstores or on the Web at stmartins.com.

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hinking of getting a rabbit? Whether your goal is to raise a pet, begin a breeding program, show or sell, a good place to start is the new guidebook “How to Raise Rabbits,” by Samantha Johnson in association with the National FFA Organization, a group that has been dedicated to agricultural education for more than 80 years. With colorful, glossy photos on every page, the 192-page paperback walks readers through all aspects of rabbit care, from housing and feeding to managing a rabbitry, rabbit-proofing a home and handling a litter of kits. From its first chapter, “So You want To Raise Rabbits,” which discusses all 47 rabbit breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association, the book provides plenty of information for rabbit-raisers of all ages, from a teen embarking on a 4-H project to an entrepreneur starting a business. Published in January by Voyageur Press, “How To Raise Rabbits” retails for $19.95 and is available at most local and online bookstores and online at voyageurpress.com.

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et’s face it: It’s hard to get the right balance of vitamins and nutrients in our daily meals, whether because of time, money or taste, and the same can be true for our pets. Thankfully, there are many vitamins and diet supplements available to help keep all of us healthy and active. One option for cats and dogs is a line of supplements called BiologicVET, created by a nutritional biochemist whose first book, “Potential Within,” addresses human nutrition. Franco Cavaleri says even with high-quality pet foods, nutrients can lose their potency in the manufacturing process because of heat, light and storage conditions, and he promises his line of seven supplements (all packaged in air-tight containers) help provide what’s missing in a pet’s diet. The BiologicVET line includes two products designed for daily use: BioVITES, a multivitamin powder containing key vitamins, minerals and antioxidants; and BioFATS, a liquid supply of Omega 3-6-9 fatty acids. The line also includes five powdered supplements to address specific health conditions: BioJOINT, for pets with joint pain or arthritis; BioSKIN&COAT, for pets with skin irritations, hot spots, chronic scratching and allergies; BioSLIM, to help with weight management, low energy and high cholesterol; BioSPORT, to improve muscle tone and provide other health benefits for

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ith warmer weather and long walks just around the corner, now might be a good time to check out a new product for managing pet waste: the Skoop-N-Pak portable system. The Skoop offers a no-touch solution to cleaning up after a dog in an environment-friendly way by disposing of waste in polymer bags that break down in a landfill, unlike regular plastic bags. The Skoop-N-Pak (which also comes in a long-handled version) features a springloaded scoop lined with a refillable roll of bags that allow a pet owner to scoop waste, tie a knot in the bag and dispose of it without touching the waste or dirtying the scoop. The SkoopN-Pak retails for $13.99, the long-handled Skoop for $20.99, and a package of 60 refill bags costs $4.99. Find them at retail pet stores like PetSmart or online at Amazon.com and sites that sell pet products.

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Kids coloring contest Winner will be on the COver of the Pet gazette! WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT YOUR FAMILY PET? Please draw a picture of your family pet in a way that shows how he/she is special to you.

Open to children 12 and under Guidelines: Work should be on a 8.5 x 11 sheet of white paper with no lines. Please use colored pencils or crayons.

Entries must include the name and age of child, parent’s name and contact information, including phone and email. Please include a brief description of the artwork including your pet’s name. Deadline is March 30, 2009.

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yra Sundance has taught her dog Chalcy to jump, fetch and read numbers 1 through 15, but in her new book “The Dog Rules: 14 Secrets to Developing the Dog You Want,” she teaches pet owners simple tricks to maintaining a happy canine home. With an approach based on mutual respect, trust and communication rather than intimidation or punishment, Sundance’s 14-step guide encourages pet owners to use teamwork and encouragement to create confident dogs. Starting with her first three rules — be honest, be fair and be consistent — and ending with the ultimate rule — forgive, Sundance blends tips and anecdotes from her experiences with Chalcy with a closer look into the canine psyche and why dogs do what they do to provide a complete guide to understanding and training a pet. After that, who knows what you can teach him to do? Sundance and Chalcy, a Weimaraner, have performed on “The Tonight Show,” “Ellen” and “Entertainment Tonight,” among other appearances, and Sundance previously wrote the book “101 Dog Tricks.” Her latest book, “The Dog Rules,” is being released in March by Fireside/Simon and Schuster. The hardcover book retails for $24.99 and is available online at simonandschuster.com and other local and online bookstores. Learn more about Kyra Sundance and Chalcy on the Web at chalcy.com.

ecipes for Caring is a unique collection of recipes for both humans and animals. The collection was put together by the all volunteer organization to celebrate the spirit of pet rescue and how animals touch our lives. “Our volunteers really put their heart and soul into this project. It has been a long time in the making, but they really wanted to get it right,” according to Sandra Morse, QAS Shelter Director. This book is not just a cook book; it is for animal lovers who understand how our pets can change our lives. The stories illustrate why our A 100% Volunteer-Run, Non-Profit Organization P.O. Box 690088, Quincy, MA 02269-0088 • 617-376-1349 www.quincyanimalshelter.org

volunteers do what they do day in and ay out, how they got involved with QAS and why they stay. Photos of adopted pets fill the pages along with recipes from our families’ kitchens. The cook book also contains recipes from some great local restaurants. Morse says, “The quality of the cookbook is something we are very proud of also. It is not just another fundraising cookbook; it is heartwarming view of animal rescue.” 150 pages of great food, stories and fun is now available at The Quincy Animal Shelter 56 Broad St. Quincy, MA. Contact the shelter at 617 376 1349 or www.quincyanimalshelter.org for more details. Recipes for Caring will soon be available at local pet friendly retailers. The Quincy Animal Shelter is a 100% volunteer run no-kill animal shelter celebrating ten years of rescuing Quincy’s homeless cats and dogs. 1999 – 2009.

Habitat for Cat’s Adoption Habitat for Cats is holding a Cat/Kitten Adoption Day on Sunday March 8th from 12 to 3 at their Adoption Center on 596 Hathaway Road, New Bedford. All cats & kittens are spayed/ neutered, inoculated and have tested negative for feline leukemia. Cats have received medical and foster care valued at $200. or greater. Adoption fee is $85 for adult cats. Adoption application and contract are required. Pets must travel in a pet carrier. Bring a carrier or buy one at adoption day. Call (508) 961-2287 for information or visit www.HabitatforCats.org

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Je T’aime, Frenchie! I By Karen Price

f you have been to a dog show recently, you may have noticed a new addition to the ring. In the past decade, French Bulldogs have won the hearts of Americans and filled a niche for those dog lovers looking for Bulldog in a smaller package. The French Bulldog actually owes it’s start to England which provided the foundation stock in the form of the Old English Bulldog. When the Industrial Revolution closed down the lace making industry around Nottingham, England, the lace-makers immigrated to France and took their small bulldogs with them. Thier popularity among the French soared and they soon became the favorite of High Society. The French breeders had two types of ears, “bat ears” or “Rose” ears. It was wealthy Americans, traveling abroad, who fell in love with the “Bat Ears” and began bringing them back to the U.S. in the late 19th. Century. The “Frenchie” was first exhibited at Westminster in 1896 and was even featured on the cover of it’s 1897 catalog even though it was not yet accepted as a true breed. Popularity, particularly along the East Coast, soared but later began to decline after W.W.I as Boston terriers became the newest rage. By the 1950’s, French Bulldogs were near extinction because of impact W. W. II had on the European stock and declining popularity in the U.S. Since the 1980s, there has been a resurgence of admiration for this breed and in 2006, over 5500 were registered with the AKC. They are popular in TV and print ads and a favorite among celebrities owners such as Reese Witherspoon, Cristina Ricci and Martha Stewart. Infamous Heiress, Patty Hearst is an owner of Westminister Champion “Frenchies”. The general appearance of

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The general appearance of a French Bulldog is that of a muscular, compact dog with smooth coat, usually the color of brindle, fawn, white or brindle and white.

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Murder by dog?

owner of dangerous dog be charged with dog’s attack?

By Gerald F. Williamson, Esq. Pet Gazette Columnist

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I have a large G e r m a n Shepherd dog who is very protective of me and my children. However, I am very worried about civil and criminal liability if he goes after a visitor to our home. I recall a murder charge being brought against a California couple whose dog apparently killed a tenant in their building. What is my liability for my furry “Kujo”? A. Bane snarled ominously as he eyed his blonde five-foot victim. Then he charged. In less than three seconds the 140 lb Presa Canario (“crushing dog of the Canary Islands”) dashed down the hall, slammed Diane W. against her doorway, and lunged at her throat. Hera, Bane’s female counterpart, joined the frenzied fray. One minute later, Diane W., stripped naked and bleeding profusely from at least 77 horrific wounds, slumped to the floor dying. So ended the life of a vivacious 33 year old college lacrosse coach. So began a bizarre and unique California criminal case: Murder by Dog. Bane and Hera had been “apartmentized” pets of two middle aged attorneys, Robert N. and Marjorie K. Robert was away on business while Marjorie was at home with both dogs. Both animals had shown a propensity to commit violence in the past. The key, at trial, was whether or not either defendant knew, subjectively, whether either

Bane or Hera had shown conduct with a high probability of death. After two highly publicized Superior Court trials and grueling appeals to the California Supreme Court, the results emerged: Robert was guilty of manslaughter and Marjorie was guilty of second degree murder. Both parties were sentenced to prison terms for their imputed role in the tragic death of Diane. An unusual twist followed. As a member of the San Francisco gay community, Diane left her female companion who sued (civilly) and recovered a huge judgment ($1,500,000) for loss

liability without fault, or strict liability. Exceptions are made if the victim has teased, tormented, or abused the dog beforehand. Also, if the victim is under seven years of age, there is a presumption of innocence as to teasing or other provocative conduct. This is clearly akin to the so-called “attractive nuisance doctrine” which often arises in swimming pool cases involving small children. There is a related statute our readers should be aware of which may cause a real bite, in this case, to the wallet, Sect. 159. If a dog owner/keeper has been ordered to restrain his or her pet due to prior misconduct, the owner or keeper shall be liable for treble (x3) damages for injury to persons or livestock. This is a clearly punitive step to protect the citizenry from pet owners who simply snub their noses at the law. The concept of holding pet owners criminally liable for serious injuries to the public is relatively new. On the civil side, there has been absolute responsibility in tort for damages all over the country for decades. The usual requirement of negligence is usually disbanded since our furry “best friend” is deemed to be an inherently dangerous object, akin to a blaster’s dynamite sticks. Keeping an eye (and a leash) on your furry companion may save his life, and possibly your own!!

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of her female companion. So where does this leave us as owners of “man’s best friend” in these litigious times? We start by reviewing the so-called “dog bite law”, Chapter 140, Sect. 155 of the Not-So-General Laws. That statute provides that the owner (or keeper) of a dog which causes “damage to either the body or property” of any person, shall be liable for any damage or injury to its victim. Notably, the statute makes no reference to negligence, normally a sine qua non requirement in a so-called tort case. In effect, this is

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Pearl gouramis: A fish profile By George Sommers Pet Gazette Columnist

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ou’d be hard pressed to find a more ideal “pet” fish than the pearl gourami; known to the Brits as a lace gourami and to continental Europeans as the mosaic gourami. It is attractive, hardy and easy to care for; and one of the most peaceful community tank residents around. They are rare among fish in that they don’t consider their own eggs and babies as a potential meal, although they do appreciate an occasional live brine shrimp treat! One of my aquarium’s admirers occasionally rhapsodizes on how nice it would be to live as a graceful, peaceful pearl gourami!

Fish & fowl The pearl gourami is native to heavily vegetated, acidy water in the swamps of Thailand, Borneo, Sumatra and Malaysia. Plants will make pearl gouramis feel more at home in an aquarium. When not interacting with each other or other fish, my male pearl likes to take respite in a bamboo thicket while the female prefers the faux Aztec god statuette and rock cave in the opposite corner. Tolerated temperature range for the fish is 68-85 degrees. While they prefer slightly acidy water, they are not overly picky. Lifespan is about 8 years. It’s not strictly a school fish, but will be happier if kept in pairs. Like its relative the betta, or Siamese fighting fish,

Bamboozled: Pearl gourami finds respite in a bamboo thicket.

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top of the head for air breathing and surface feeding, and they are happy with a standard staple diet, supplemented by algae and occasional treats. Members if the colorful and fascinating gourami clan include the descriptively

named, dwarf, giant, kissing, moonlight, blue, gold and snakeskin gouramis. On a quick glance, the pearl seems to lack the vivid coloration of other trops, even many gouramis. Look closely at this 3-4” long fish and you’ll

gouramis are labyrinth breathers; equipped with a special organ with which they can breathe air from the water surface. Another similarity is that they build bubble nests for their floating eggs. The mouth is situated at the

observe that it is covered with tiny iridescent polka dots which vary according to light conditions from pearl (hence the fish’s name) white to pale blue. A black horizontal line crosses its body on each side from eye to “eye spot” on the tail, dividing the tan upper half from the silvery lower. Males have an orange chest, which becomes especially vivid during breeding season. The pearl has two long “feeler” fins near its pectoral fins. One of their more fascinating behaviors is the way they use the feelers to scope out any fish newly introduced to the tank. Generally speaking, you don’t want to mix large and small fish; i.e. if one fish can fit another into its mouth. The pearl gourami is the exception to the rule; and my pearl pair coexists just fine with the much smaller neon tetras and guppies. The exception to the exception is that male gouramis will occasionally battle, especially over females; and different species of gouramis will sometimes squabble.

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Tough Times

adoption centers struggle in shaky economy

By Becca Manning Pet Gazette Staff

s it is with the average citizen, the struggling

economy is affecting animal shelters in a lot of little ways that add up: Fewer volunteers,

less donations and an increase in animals being surrendered

because of financial pressures on their owners. For some, these effects add up to big changes: closures.

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty

to Animals (MSPCA-Angell) in early February announced

that the nonprofit organization would be closing three of its seven adoption centers by the end of the year. “For the good of the entire organization we need to close down certain facilities,” MSPCA spokesperson Brian Adams said recently, pointing to a loss in revenue as the reason for the closures. The nonprofit group does not receive state or federal funding but earns revenue by investing much of its donations through an endowment. The endowment dropped by about 25 percent, or $11 million, in the last year, Adams said. The MSPCA will close the Western New England Animal Care and Adoption Center in Springfield on March 31, the Martha’s Vineyard adoption center on May 1 and the Metro South Center in Brockton on Sept. 30. The organization already closed its hospital in Springfield in 2007 to help streamline operations. The three centers that are closing account for about a third of the animals the MSPCA helps every year, or about 11,000 animals annually, Adams said. The group is work-

ing with other animal rescue organizations and shelters in those areas and with its four remaining adoption centers to find housing for animals currently cared for in the three locations that are closing.

Picking up and dropping off

One plus for the MSPCA and other animal rescue groups is that, for now, adoptions have not dropped and are even up slightly. But groups also are noticing an increase in the number of animals being surrendered because of the economy. “With the economy the way it is, we’ve seen an increase in surrenders. We’ve also seen an increase in adoptions; however, surrenders are continuing to outpace adoptions and are actually growing,” Adams said. At the MSPCA’s Boston center, there is a noticeable difference just between 2007 and 2008, Adams said. In the first 11 months of last year,

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has seen an increase in animal surrenders due to the economy. In the first 11 months of last year, the number of animals being surrendered at the MSPCA Boston adoption center [above] for financial reasons — cost of care, owner moving, foreclosure, etc. — increased by 45 percent over those types of surrenders in 2007, spokesperson Brian Adams said. The MSPCA is closing three of its adoption centers, in Springfield, Martha’s Vineyard and Brockton, this year. the number of animals being surrendered for financial reasons — cost of care, owner moving, foreclosure, etc. — increased by 45 percent over those types of surrenders in 2007. The MSPCA is now more closely monitoring why people are leaving their pets, Adams said. “We’ve started asking more in-depth questions since the beginning of 2008,” he said. “‘Foreclosure’ is now a check box on our surrender sheets, when it had not been

there in the past.” “We’re also seeing more animals dumped on our properties,” he added. “People have been leaving dogs in runs, walking through the doors and just leaving animals in the lobby, leaving cats in bags outside our doors — that’s something that’s happening a lot at all our adoption centers. It was happening before, but not at the rate it’s happening now.” Other organizations are seeing the same trend. Sandra Morse, director of the Quincy

Animal Shelter, said she has seen an increase in animal surrenders, particularly when it comes to cats. “People are dropping off animals that they can no longer afford to care for,” Morse said. “We’re mostly seeing it with cats. People leave them behind or are just asking us to take them in because they can’t afford to care for them.” The MSPCA also sees a large number of cats at all of its sites — about three cats to every dog, Adams said. Part

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Pembroke Animal Control Officer Bill Hart has not yet seen a major increase in strays and dropoffs but foresees a possible strain in the future, with some shelters closing and town budgets being cut. Hart runs Pembroke animal control services on an annual budget of $8,900 and has been told $269 would be cut from his budget this year.

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The Quincy Animal Shelter is able to operate out of a building with the town’s animal control officer rent-free and relies on adoption fees and private donations to cover its other costs. The shelter can care for up to about 30 animals at one time and uses a network of foster homes when it has reached capacity, particularly during kitten litter season. of the problem, he said, is a false belief that cats can fend for themselves, when they actually need as much care and human interaction as dogs. For now, Morse said, adoptions are keeping pace with drop-offs. But that could change soon with the spring “litter season,” a time when shelters are inundated with kittens and adult cat adoptions tend to slow down. “That’s when we might really have a problem,” Morse said. The Quincy Animal Shelter and others in the area are well aware of the upcoming MSPCA closures, and bracing for the potential impact those shutdowns could have on remaining shelters. Bill Hart, animal control officer in Pembroke, said

he anticipates an increase in strays once the Brockton center closes. “One way or another the amount of dogs will start moving further and further away from the cities … and we’ll feel it,” Hart said. Though Hart has not yet seen a major increase in strays and drop-offs, he foresees a possible strain in the future, as town budgets are cut and people struggle to pay their bills, including higher insurance costs for housing certain breeds, such as German shepherds. Hart runs Pembroke animal control services on an annual budget of $8,900 and has been told $269 would be cut from his budget this year. Though a couple hundred dollars might not seem like much,

Hart said it does impact his ability to care for animals. “Everybody wants to move animal control forward, get it out of the 1900s. Well, if you close down all our avenues to make it better for the animals, then you’re locking the door into the 2000s and we’re stuck in the 1980s and 1990s, and back then, the animal control officers did what they had to do because of their budget constraints,” Hart said.

An ‘invisible’ role

When towns are forced to cut their budgets, Hart said, animal control programs likely are not top priority, in part because the service is somewhat “invisible” on a daily basis, Hart said. “It’s only when you have a problem, when you have an issue with your neighbor’s dog, or you find a dog on the street, or a dog’s hit by a car — that’s the only time you actually see or hear or worry about me,” he said. Chrissy Tomkiewicz, president and founder of A Helping Paw Inc. near Buzzards Bay, said public misperceptions also impact her shelter because many people think the shelter receives town or state funding. It doesn’t. “We need the public more than ever to help support our animal shelters,” Tomkiewicz said. “Every shelter counts.

Think about it

n addition to spaying and neutering, one of the best ways a pet owner can help lessen the burden on area shelters and adoption centers is by planning ahead. “If people are falling on hard times and they think they may be in a situation where they may have to give up their pet … plan ahead,” said Sandra Morse, director of Quincy Animal Shelter. “People are waiting until the last minute, and then they have no option except to just give the animal up to a shelter. It’s a really heart-wrenching decision.” People are forced to give up their pets for numerous reasons — being foreclosed on, moving to a smaller place that doesn’t allow animals, being laid off and not having the money to care for the pet — but often there are signs these issues are coming, and the owner has time to prepare. By making sure a pet is up-to-date on its shots or providing a shelter with information about the animal, an owner can ensure their pet will be adopted quickly, Morse said. “When we get them in as dumps, we don’t know the animal’s age, if it has been to the vet. We have no idea what’s going on with it, and that makes the animal a little more difficult to adopt. It also costs us money,” she said. Owners should look around to see if a relative, friend or neighbor might be able to take in the pet either temporarily or long-term. “Sometimes people rely too heavily on animal shelter to fix the problem,” said Chrissy Tomkiewicz, founder of A Helping Paw near Buzzards Bay. She encourages pet owners who are placed on the waiting list at A Helping Paw to see if they can find an alternative home for their animal in the mean time. “What’s happening is they’re waiting too long prior to contacting an animal shelter. It’s, ‘I’m leaving my house in three days, can you take our cat?’ They need to try to start working on it immediately, because ultimately it’s the pets that’s going to suffer,” Tomkiewicz said. Educating people on alternatives to dropping off their pets at a shelter is part of the next step in communities where the MSPCA adoption centers are shutting their doors, spokesperson Brian Adams said. “The closures had to be decided quickly. … Now we’re working quickly to decide what the next steps are. In most of the towns, we’ve requested a few weeks to plan some concrete ideas and then present them to the community,” Adams said. “What we need to teach them is, if you need to surrender an animal, these are the steps you can take without bringing it to an adoption center.” It helps that the Springfield, Martha’s Vineyard and Brockton communities already are supportive of the MSPCA and other animal care programs, Adams said. “These communities through involvement with us and other organizations are incredibly animal welfare-minded, and they have a lot of energy right now. They’re very much in favor of what the next steps are,” he said. The MSPCA has received many letters and e-mails from people concerned about the closures, Adams said. “It’s a wonderful show of support for what we’ve been able to do in those communities, that we will be missed,” he said.

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Joshua, [above] is one of the cats up for adoption recently at A Helping Paw, an animal shelter near Buzzards Bay. Shelters and adoption centers usually see more cats than dogs dropped off or left behind. Part of the reason is that spay and neuter programs, which have caught on among dog owners, aren’t as frequently used to curb cat populations. Also, some people tend to think of cats as better able to fend for themselves, when in reality they need as much interaction and care as dogs, shelter officials say. By having any of them closing, it just leaves more and more animals not getting help.” A Helping Paw, a no-kill shelter, opened 10 years ago and cares for about 30 animals at a time, mostly cats, Tomkiewicz said. The shelter operates a waiting list for people who need to give up their animals and has seen an increase in people requesting help, with the number of adoptions barely keeping up. “There are more pets than ever being surrendered to us,” she said. “People are so scared, they’re holding on to what little money they have, and the last thing they’re thinking about is adding a new pet to their home.” A Helping Paw occasionally lowers its adoption fees but can only do that so much, as fees cover medical costs for the animals they care for. The MSPCA centers also are cautious when it comes to lowering adoption fees, preferring instead to offer other options such as low-cost spay and neuter programs. Like at A Helping Paw, the MSPCA’s adoption fees cover medical costs (vaccinations, microchipping, spay/neuter and a complete check-up), usually for less than the owner would

pay at a veterinarian’s office. The fees also help centers make sure their animals go to owners who can care for them, Adams said. “We always have that question of ‘Why don’t you just give animals away for free if they need homes?’ We need to ensure that someone is serious about taking on this animal, that they’re financially able to do so,” Adams said. “The main thing is that we’re not going to see that animal again.” At MSPCA centers, there is no waiting list. When there is an influx of animals, the centers rely on outside adoption centers and hundreds of foster families to care for litters and injured animals that need time to rehabilitate before being adopted out.

Giving and getting help

With surrenders increasing, drawing in those foster families and other volunteers is more important than ever. Tomkiewicz has noticed a drop in volunteers, as those who once had time to give have to find jobs to make up for their spouses’ cut hours or layoffs. A Helping Paw operates a thrift store at the shelter to pay its rent, and volunteers

can work hours there or clean cages, groom or feed animals or assist in a number of other ways. “Pretty much, we can find a job for anybody. There’s always something that needs done,” Tomkiewicz said. “Anybody who thought about it in the past and has put it off and who has some free time to give … that would be awesome.” A Helping Paw also gives pet owners a helping hand, offering a pet food pantry, with items donated by the public, for anyone having trouble paying for food. “We want to be there to help and aid people and give them a little hand to make it through the hard times,” Tomkiewicz said. “The whole point is to give back to the community and work together with the community. That’s the only way we’re going to save these animals.” The MSPCA also strives to help pet owners who are struggling by offering low-cost spay and neuter services at its Boston clinic and partnering with vets throughout the area to offer discounts for those who qualify. And because transportation and time can be an issue for people on a limited budget,

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every program keeps a “wish list” of inexpensive items it needs on a daily basis, such as trash bags, paper towels, cleaning supplies and food. Monetary donations also are welcome, though they may be harder to come by in these times. One of the simplest ways to help is by volunteering.

“Even though we survive on financial donations, we also know times are tight, and if people can still donate their time, at the end of the day that’s a tremendous gift from them,” Adams said. “There’s always a niche for anybody who wants to help out.”

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The MSPCA adoption and animal care centers don’t just care for dogs and cats. Most centers also take in small animals (such as rabbits, pictured here at the Boston adoption center). The MSCPA’s Nevins Farm, located at its Methuen center, cares for farm animals such as horses, sheep, goats, ducks and chickens until it can find them homes. the centers try to get all medical services done in one visit and allow people to drop off their animals and pick them up after work, Adams said. “We thought the people that we’re helping would be better aided if they didn’t have to plan those return visits. … It’s more for the convenience so there isn’t an excuse of why it can’t be done,” he said. By keeping costs low and making spay and neuter ser-

vices more convenient, the MSPCA and other shelters help ensure animals don’t contribute to overpopulation across the state. The program, and its message, is already working with dogs, though there is still a major issue with cats, Adams said. In 1985, the MSPCA centers saw just over 12,000 adult dogs surrendered and just under 12,000 cats. In 2006, once the spay and neuter program

was in place, the centers saw about 4,500 adult dogs surrendered, while the number of cats remained relatively consistent at about 11,000, according to Adams. “We still see a significant amount of cats,” he said. As animal shelters and adoption centers struggle to continue providing services, those who run the programs say they are grateful for anything people can give. Nearly

Here are a just a few of the shelters and adoption centers in the South Shore area and beyond. Check out their Web sites or call for information about how you can help. • A Helping Paw Inc., 508-743-8406, ahelpingpaw.org • Brockton Blue Dog Shelter, 508-436-6446, bbds.org • Forever Home Rescue New England, foreverhomerescue.org • German Shepherd Rescue of New England, 978-443-2202, gsrne.org • German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue New England Inc., 888-450-2519, gsprescuene.org • Massachusetts Humane Society, 781-335-1300, masshumane. org • Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA-Angell), 617-522-7400, mspca.org • New England English Springer Spaniel Rescue, 877-861-7701, essrescue.org • North East Rottweiler Rescue, 866-392-0102, rottrescue.org • People for Cats, 508-540-5654, peopleforcats.org • Quincy Animal Shelter, 617-376-1349, quincyanimalshelter.org • Standish Humane Society, 781-834-4663, standishhumanesociety.com • Taunton Animal Shelter, 508-822-1463

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German Shepherd Rescue of new england

Milton Animal League

978-443-2202| www.gsrne.org

617-698-0413 | www.miltonanimalleague.org

Diamond is a beautiful brindle, 7-month old female pit bull terrier. Diamond can be a little shy at first but being a puppy she will soon be playing or cuddling in your lap. She will be spayed before she goes to a real, loving home. Is that home with you?

Penny is a 1 year old spayed female boxer/pitbull mix, who is just a joy. She is a dog friendly and human friendly young and energetic girl who loves to be petted and she will thank you with lots of big sloppy kisses. Don't you just love her smile?

Quincy animal shelter

617-376-1349 www.quincyanimalshelter.org

SELA: It's no fun being abandoned by your owner. Fortunately a Good Samaritan looked after her until there was room at the shelter. Sela is a 5 year old tabby. She will set the pace for getting to know her, but a good belly rub will catch her attention! Sela has gotten along with a dog, but is leery of some cats. She would probably do best in a quiet home with an adoring human.Come meet Sela. She is waiting for you!

BUDDY: He was surrendered when his owners had to leave the country. He is a serene fellow, waiting quietly for you to notice him. His white and gray colors bring out his beautiful green eyes. Buddy likes attention, and loves a good lap to rest in. He's almost 4 years old, and FIV+. He should be your only pet or only have other FIV+ felines as companions. Like many cats he could enjoy a good long life. Stop by the shelter to meet Buddy. You will fall in love with a very special boy.

Ivy is a 4-year-old, beautiful, bi-color female GSD who was literally starving at 35 lbs underweight, with a bad coat. Ivy was diagnosed with EPI ( Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency) which is the inability of the pancreas to produce the necessary enzymes needed to digest food, thereby causing starvation no matter how much food is eaten. With the enzymes added to her food and kept on a strict diet, she is fine. It's a life-long condition, so she will always need her food prepared with enzymes, (easily prepared and not a huge expense). Her foster mom calls Ivy her "Lab in German Shepherd clothing" because she is so friendly and easy going. Ivy recently went hiking, and loved everyone she met and was sure every dog was there as her friend. Ivy's overall energy is medium/high.

Kira's come a long way since she and another dog were found late one night abandoned in a parking lot disoriented and really thin. A good Samaritan opened her van door and forever changed the lives of these two beautiful animals. Now Kira is spending her time in foster care waiting for her forever home to come and adopt her. Kira's a pretty white shepherd with lots of love to give.

Kaptain: An affectionate boy, he'll happily hang out with you doing whatever you want. He is well mannered and friendly with everyone he has met and really enjoys having a full life of getting out and meeting new people every day. He loves having his belly rubbed and climbs into his crate on his own all the time, enjoying his personal space (except for when the cat joins him‚ which he seems to love.

Lux is not only extremely handsome, but he is very intelligent, too! He is a three year old black and tan male who is very obedient and listens well. He knows many commands already including: sit, down, wait, stay, and drop it. He walks very nicely on leash even in the presence of other dogs and wandering cats.When on walks he will turn and touch his nose to your leg, his way of "checking" on you to make sure you are there.He is a wonderful dog who just wants a permanent home to call his own.

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Beeno is a young male Jacket Russell terrier-type. Awesome buddy, terrific with other dogs and older children. Want to add some fun to your days, this little guy is right for you.

Pieces & his brother Reeses are a young  brother pair. Both are a little shy, but boy are they as sweet as can be. They just need their very own person to bond to.

Standish HUmane society

781-834-4663 | www.standishhumanesociety.com

Pet Gazete Adoption Center Guidelines • Adoption notices are published free of charge for all area animal shelters. • The deadline for submitting pets is the 15th of the month. Space will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis. • Please send a photo and brief write-up for each pet seeking adoption to [email protected] • You may send four pets per month. All types of dogs, cats and other domestic pets are welcome. •  We encourage shelters to send news of successful adoptions.

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Big Boy is an adult FIV positive kitty. He would like to be the only kitty. Don't pass this handsome guy up, he loves to give head-butts!

MR. T: A big cat deserves a big photo. MR. T, probably wasn't part of the A-Team because they wouldn't have dumped him at a shelter doorstep and taken off. At about 3 years old, he is a medium-manned neutered male with a handsome face. He'd be a great adoption for someone who doesn't like a lot of kitty chit chat, but wants a companion who'll watch sports or hang out while you work in your home office. He may even be partial to chic-flics, but that can only be found out in a loving home environment. He's worth it.

BUTTONS: I'm a 3-1/2 year old, big, black and white teddy bear. I was adopted once, but the youngster in the house suffered from asthma. Maybe because I have such a lush and uniquely soft fur coat. Even though I feel confused and sad about being back here at the shelter, I also feel really guilty about it being my fault. I love all the cats here and I have still have tons of love to give anyone who will have me as their companion. Did I mention I come with a complimentary package of Zyrtec?

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People for cats

Brockton Blue Dog Shelter

508-540-5654| www.peopleforcats.org

508-436-6446| www.bbds.org

LIA & SOCRATES are littermates who are 11 months old. Lia is a spayed female long, haired gold and dark grey tabby and Socrates is a male longhaired light buff and dark brown striped tabby with a large shock of white fur on his chest. His pretty white tipped toes are simply endearing and give him the look of someone dressed for a night on the town! They both most probably have Maine Coon ancestry. They would love to be adopted to the same home so they can stay together. It has been difficult for them to leave their loving family and come to the People for Cats shelter. Their owners had no choice but to give them up due to changes in their personal lives. These two sweeties are ready to begin a new chapter of their lives. Don't wait too long; they are packed and ready to go with a lucky adopter. JACK is a handsome young medium hair tiger who can be quite a talker when he is trying to let you know he's around. He is decked out in an attractive black, buff and brown coat with a sprinkle of white under his chin. In his previous life, he lived in a barn, but he adapting to the luxuries of indoor living. Jack likes to be petted and will turn over to give you a chance to rub his belly. He is striking looking and has a twinkle in his eye. This is a cat that is hoping to go home with a forever owner. He has all of his shots and has adapted to indoor living. Don't miss out on being his lucky owner

TAMMY is an 8-yearold female tabby who has dark black and grey stripes with a white chest and paws. She is a lovely cat who is a little shy and would like to be in a quiet home. Tammy was adopted from People for Cats and was returned because the other cat in her family was beating her up! She has found a nice quiet corner at our shelter where she can curl up take a few "cat naps", but she would rather be in your home snuggled up on your lap. Tammy is spayed, has all her shots and is litter trained. Come in and meet this sweet girl. Drop in the shelter during adoption hours ¬Wednesday 4-6p.m. or Saturday 10a.m. - 1 p.m.

ANNABELLE is a shy young tiger with wide dark stripes. She is approximately one and a half years old and has already had a litter of kittens! She is the mom of Lexi and Axel Rose, two active kittens, who were adopted from People for Cats. Annabelle has been spayed and is fully recovered from the surgery. She is ready to begin her new life with a devoted owner. AnnaBelle would probably do best in a home without dogs and as the only cat. She has all her shots and is litter trained. Come in and meet Annabelle and see if you are a match for this sweetheart.

Eli - Eli is one of eight fuzzy puppies born outside a hardware store in Tennessee. The puppies and their mother were cared for by kind people for many weeks and now the puppies are three months old and ready for good homes. Eli is a happy, healthy little boy who loves to play with his siblings and with people. He is about 18 lbs now and we are not sure how big he will be as an adult. Eli would love to find a home with a family that has lots of time for love, exercise and playtime. Since he is so young, Eli will need someone at home with him during the day. Eli is at our shelter and ready to meet new families. M a n dy : Mandy is a beautiful G e r m a n Shepherd, probably 8-10 years old, who was found recently as a thin, bedraggled stray. Since coming to our shelter, she has returned to a healthy weight with a thick black coat. Mandy needs a quiet home without dogs or small children. She is a strong girl and will need a family that can be patient and set limits for her. She will do better with people who have experience with larger dogs. If you would like to meet Mandy, please come to our shelter during any regular hours. Please note that you can also sponsor Mandy by clicking the "Sponsor Me" button at the top of the page. This is a great (and tax-deductible) way to help homeless pets!

Dixie: is a beautiful 7 year old Lab/Pit Bull mix who was relinquished to Blue Dog. Her previous family had her for about 5 years and loved her to death, but Dixie doesn't get along well with small dogs and that became a problem. Dixie is a wonderful dog and would do very well in a home with no other dogs. Dixie has been at the shelter for about 2 years now, waiting for her forever home! Please note that you can also sponsor Dixie by clicking the "Sponsor Me" button at the top of the page. This is a great (and tax-deductible) way to help homeless pets!

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Taunton animal Shelter

781-335-1300 - www.masshumane.org

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Hi my name is Lover Boy -- aka LB, I am 11 months old, neutered male, Buff color Tan and White, Colby American Stafford Shire Terrier. I am up to date on rabies and distemper shots, HW Lyme test negative, de worm, de flea and micro chipped. I have lots of love to give you. I am always ready to make a friend. I have a good temperament and disposition. The Volunteers are giving me awesome leash training and more socializing at the shelter.. and it is going great.. I don't have a mean bone in my body but I am a strong muscular guy. I just need some quality time and a fenced in yard so I can be me. I do good in the house training department. I do fine with dogs, and older kids, but I would do best as the only pet, no cats or small kids. Cloey is a 4 year old DSH tortie, spayed female, up to date on all shots, combo tested negative, micro chipped. One year has come and gone, for Cloey as she watches other cats get adopted but NOT her. Cloey is a very sweet cat, and she has a great disposition. She does well with other cats. She loves to play and look out the window. Cloey would be a great member of your family. Cloey lived with a group of people that were roommates, and they did not have time for her any longer so she was brought to our shelter.

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Kopper: is a handsome hound mix puppy who is about 10 months old. He is about 40 pounds and is probably at his adult size. Kopper is an energetic young boy who loves to play and has really enjoyed the recent snow. He is especially fond of playing retrieving games and would love a family who has the time to spend with him playing these games and providing plenty of exercise. He is learning some basic leash walking and obedience commands and seems eager to please. Kopper loves to be cuddled and petted but is too energetic for small children. We recommend a family with kids over 10 years old. Kopper gets along well with smaller dogs but is a little nervous around dogs bigger than he is. Kopper is at our shelter and ready to meet new families.

PEDRO My name is Pedro, and I am a male DSH Tuxedo. I was a gift that became unwanted and brought to the shelter. My next home will be one that will want me always, the staff and volunteers have assured me of that. I am quite a handsome tuxedo male, 1.5 years old. And I have black freckle right on my chin! I am here for a family who will take my safety and being respectively as a loved family pet.

TASHA is a beautiful female Am Staff, about 2 1/2 yrs old. She is mostly tan with white markings and medium in size. She is friendly and appears to like everyone; however, she needs to be the only pet in the home. Tasha could benefit from obediance training, but will learn quickly. She would make an excellent walking/jogging companion. Breed knowledge is recommended. A fenced yard would be ideal.

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