Pet Lovers Companion MD Edition 2014

A-Z Directory of Products & Services

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Contents

Features 7 Pet Dominion is Working to Remain Canine Influenza Free 9 The Real Scoop on Dog Poop 13 Hyperthyroidism in Cats 15 Bunnies and Hamsters and Chinchillas! Oh My! 17 The Importance of Blood Transfusions in Veterinary Medicine 19 “Wellness Yearly Visit” Series—Chew on This!

22 Rabies: How to Prevent it and What to Do if You Get Bitten

24 Have You Looked in Your Pet’s Mouth Lately?

25 What is a Veterinary Surgeon?

27 Scary Places, People and Things!

28 DOG Gone……IT!! Where Is My Dog, Cat, Cockatiel, Gecko???

30 The Cost of Convenience

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Special Friends Are our Specialty Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center is comprised of Specialty Practices that operate out of shared facilities including 24-hour Emergency Hospitals. Our veterinarians are Board CertiďŹ ed in Cardiology, Dentistry, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology and Surgery.

Ask your veterinarian if your pet needs specialty care.

Internal Medicine

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In Every Issue 8 Important Phone Numbers 10 Social Scene 14 From the Publisher 21 Pet Sitter Locator Grid 32 A to Z Listings Directory 41 Upcoming Events 42 Pet Friendly Apartments 44 Non-Profit Listings 48 Dog Breed Rescues 52 Clubs 54 Dog Parks

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Pet Dominion is Working to Remain Canine Influenza Free

by Hilary Hall, Pet Dominion

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ou probably know that the canine influenza virus has made its way to Maryland. There were six confirmed cases in Montgomery County just last year, and sadly, two dogs died. All of us at Pet Dominion have been keeping abreast of the progression of the virus since its inception, and like you, we are staying vigilant to ensure that our patients and our lodging pets stay healthy. It’s important to know and understand the risk factors, how you can lower those for your dog, and what we’re doing to keep your pets safe here at Pet Dominion.

What is the canine influenza virus (CIV)? The CIV is a highly contagious virus that is in the same family of viruses as those that cause the seasonal flu in humans. It first started appearing at greyhound racetracks in Florida in 2004.

What are the symptoms? Respiratory problems such as coughing and nasal discharge, and in more severe cases, pneumonia, high fever, and difficulty breathing.

What are the risk factors for my dog? Your dog is at risk if he/she comes into contact with other dogs or even places other dogs frequent. This includes everything from dog parks and neighborhood doggie play groups to grooming and lodging facilities.

How can I keep my dog healthy? The canine influenza vaccine is the best way to protect your dog. Like the human flu vaccine, the CIV vaccine does not guarantee that a dog will not get the flu if exposed, but it greatly reduces the length and severity of the infection. It protects other dogs by greatly reducing viral shedding. This is why a vaccinated population is the safest social environment. Once your dog gets the first vaccine, it is very important to bring him/her back in 2-4 weeks later for the booster. Your dog will not have the maximum protection until about a week after that second vaccine.

How serious is CIV? It’s important not to panic.

Like the majority of people who contract the human flu, most dogs recover with no complications. Less than 5% of dogs die from the virus.

Also like the human flu, it tends to be more severe in the older and very young dogs.

What is Pet Dominion doing to keep my dog safe? We are doing everything we can to keep the CIV out of our facility. Our veterinarians and veterinary technicians have been proactive in recommending the vaccine since 2009.

Meanwhile on our lodging side, we have been requiring the vaccine for over a year in order to keep all dogs staying at our pet resort safe.

In addition, we have been following proper cleaning procedures, educating our staff and keeping newly vaccinated dogs separate from those properly vaccinated. “We strongly advise clients lodging their dogs to have at least one week lapse after the booster before lodging,” says our Medical Director and owner Dr. Michael Bassett.

If you have any concerns about CIV, how we’re keeping your dog safe or if you suspect your dog may have the virus, please give us a call at 301-258-0333. We hope everyone stays healthy and CIV-free!

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Emergency Animal Hospitals

Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic

808 Bestgate Road, Annapolis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-224-0331

Beltway Emergency Veterinary Hospital

11660 Annapolis Road, Glenn Dale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-464-3737

Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral & Emergency

6700 Laurel Bowie Road, Bowie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-809-8800

Metropolitan Emergency Animal Clinic

12106 Nebel Street, Rockville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-770-5225

VCA Veterinary Referral Associates and 24-Hour Emergency

500 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-926-3300 Emergency Animal Hospital, 10270 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-750-1177 Emergency Veterinary Clinic, 32 Mellor Avenue, Catonsville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-788-7040 Friendship Hospital For Animals, 4105 Brandywine Street, NW Wash. DC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 202-363-7300 Pet ER, 1209 Cromwell Bridge Road, Towson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-252-8387

Animal Control & Animal Shelters

Anne Arundel County Animal Control, 411 Maxwell Frye Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-222-8900 Animal Welfare Society of Howard County, 8556 Davis Road, Columbia. . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-465-4350 Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Center, 301 Stockholm Street, Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . 410-396-4695 Bowie City Animal Control, 15901 Excalibar Road, Bowie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-262-6200 x 3002 Gaithersburg City Animal Control, 31 S. Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-258-6343 Howard County Animal Control, 8576 Davis Road, Columbia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-313-2780 Montgomery Co. Humane Society, 1300 East Gude Drive, Rockville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 252-2555 Prince Georges Animal Mngt Div, 3750 Brown Station.Rd.,Upper Marlboro. . . . . . . . . . . 301-780-7200 Rockville City Animal Control, 111 Maryland Avenue, Rockville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240-314-8930 SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-268-4388 Washington Animal Rescue League, 71 Oglethorpe Street, NW Wash. DC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 202-726-2556 Washington Humane Society, 1201 New York Avenue, NE, Wash. DC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202-576-6664

Emergency Animal Care Planning

United Animal Nations’ Emergency Animal Rescue Service (EARS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 916-429-2457 (a volunteer service for rescuing animals in major disaster areas)

Injured Wildlife

All Creatures Great and Small Wildlife Center, Inc., Columbia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410-740-5096 Nuisance Wildlife, MD Dept. of Nat. Resources, 580 Taylor Ave., Annapolis . . . . . . . . . . 877-463-6497 Second Chance Wildlife Center, 7101 Barcellona Drive, Gaithersburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301-926-9453

Poison Control

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-548-2423

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The Real Scoop on Dog Poop The Breeder’s Edge

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SOCIAL SCENE

13th Annual Walk For Paws 2013 held on Sept 28, 2013 benefiting the Animal Advocates of Howard County. A fun day for everyone with a serious purpose. Photos by David Humes and Emily Calkins.

The Washington Humane Society’s 27th annual black-tie gala held on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at the Washington Hilton. The Bark Ball draws many of the area’s most illustrious residents and their four-legged friends, all in honor of the programs and services of the Washington Humane Society.

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SPCA of Anne Arundel County’s Puppy Plunge - over 1,300 supporters with their four-legged companions attended this highly anticipated event.

Clockwise from top left: Pet parents head to the registration table at the PGSPCA’s low-cost shot clinic.

People and pets enjoy conversation and food at the PGSPCA’s Yappy Hour The surgery team relaxes after the PGSPCA’s quarterly spay/neuter weekend in June

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SOCIAL SCENE

A collection from Your Dog’s Friend’s various events.

Clockwise from top left: Our popular free workshops.

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Four friends enjoy the weekly Puppy Party at Your Dog’s Friend. Photo by Julia Dolan Green.

Reactive Dog class – a canine student learns to be calm in challenging situations. Photo by Sarah Hodinott.

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Hyperthyroidism in Cats

by Dr. Tina Conway, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates

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ince you have picked up this magazine, there is a good chance that a cat may be part of your family. As cats age, health problems may unfortunately arise.

One of the most common problems of older cats is an overactive thyroid gland, also known as hyperthyroidism, which affects about 1 out of 3 cats. Veterinarians do not know the cause of this problem, but there is a safe and simple treatment, that can cure most hyperthyroid cats.

A single, painless injection of radioactiveiodine is given under the cat’s skin. The cat remains in the hospital for a few days, until their radioactivity levels are low enough to return home. The radioactive iodine collects in the thyroid gland, slowly destroying the overactive tissue.

Although treatment is available at other centers, at Veterinary Referral Associates (VRA), in Gaithersburg, MD our hyperthyroid treatment program is unique. We perform thyroid scintigraphy on each hyperthyroid cat before his or her radioactive iodine treatment. Scintigraphy allows us to 1) confirm the diagnosis since blood tests may be inaccurate, 2) determine the best dose of I-131 specific to each hyperthyroid cat, and 3) determine if thyroid cancer is present.

Hyperthyroidism, affects about 1 out of 3 cats Dr. Conway became board certified in Small Animal Internal Medicine by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 1999. Dr. Conway’s special fields of interest within internal medicine include nephrology, urology, endocrinology and endoscopy.

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From the Publisher Hello my fellow Pet Lovers!

Every year when I write this letter I take time to reflect on the past year. It’s a great opportunity for me to think about the trends I have seen over the past year and to look ahead for what I see in the coming year. I would have to say that creativity and innovation are the two first things that come to mind.

These two characteristics define so many of the great new products and services that are available for our pets and they certainly define the new age of events.

New products I’ve seen recently include feeding tools, that slow down our pets to aid digestion while others encourage our pets to engage their brains to retrieve their treats. I have also seen some amazingly creative toys that take training and play to whole new levels. I have learned about engaging dog services where your dog can go to the beach for a day, go to the mountains, enjoy running and playing with other dogs and animals on a farm, have a night at a B&B and of course can enjoy the day (or a luxurious overnight in a suite complete with a TV) at a spa and hotel for pets only. There have been incredible advances in veterinary medicine, as well as increased availability of holistic medicine such as massage and accupuncture and veterinary orthodics. We have also seen the opening of the area’s first all-inclusive vet, specialty medicine and 24/7 emergency care center. And most recently I have seen some of the most creative events and fundraisers. For a number of years we have been able to take pets to locations such as sporting events, the pet store for supplies, and fairground style events that feature auctions, raffles and contests. We have also seen some of our pets welcomed to convention centers, black tie galas, public swimming pools and wineries. Now this year we are seeing the bar raised to a whole new level of creativity. I have seen everything from a Barktoberfest (a dog-friendly Oktoberfest) to a Burlesque show, to a fashion show and a vegan cooking event.

There are so many creative ways to engage with our pets. I am heartened that we have entered a new age where pets are enjoying the wonderful life they truly deserve. I love that I have been seeing so much growth in events and in rescue organizations. It seems I learn about a new one in the DC area each month. That means that more and more people are getting involved in helping animals and that results in more animals living happier lives.

The mission of Pet Lovers Companion and our sister publication NOVADog Magazine is to improve the lives of pets through education, inspiration and collaboration. We work with pet organizations of every shape and size and work hard to foster a sense of community. Please join us this year and take an active role. Come to an event, forward an article to a friend, volunteer at a shelter or maybe adopt a pet.

So join in our community! “Like” us on Facebook to stay informed and sign up for email newsletters to get a monthly pulse of that is going on.

I am excited for the year to come—I can’t wait to enjoy some time with Maggie and with all of you! It’s going to be another creative and innovative year for pets and I am happy to be an engaged part of it!

Angela Meyers, Publisher ahazuda@yahoo.com

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Bunnies and Hamsters and Chinchillas! Oh My!

by Lisa Carroll, The Big Bad Woof

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merica is a country of animal lovers. Large or small, fins or paws, furry or scaly we love our animal friends. Small animals and “pocket pets” make up a large portion of the American pet population, and they can make great pets for the right home. Here’s a look at some of their nutritional needs.

Rabbits are herbivores, meaning their diet is exclusively vegetarian. They require pellets made up of at least 15-19% protein and 18% fiber. Try to avoid pellets with additional dyes or nuts, and they should have a daily allowance of dark leafy greens with a small amount of fruits and other vegetables for treats. The most important part of a rabbit’s diet is hay. Hay is the key to a rabbits tooth and digestive health.

Pocket pets make up a large portion of the American pet population

Guinea Pigs are also herbivores and require a quality pellet, avoiding additional food coloring. Like rabbits, they’ll need hay and fresh water at all times, as well as a source of Vitamin C, which can be obtained from fruits vegetables or supplements. Vitamin C deficiency is one of the most common guinea pig ailments so they will need a daily supply.

Hamsters and Gerbils are herbivores too.

A food with a mix of grains seeds corn and pellets is best for hamsters, and a small amount of fresh fruits vegetables and alfalfa pellets make good treats. Gerbils should have a gerbil seed mix with a protein content of approximately 12% and a fat content around 6-8%. The ASPCA suggests giving your hammys or gerbils fresh foods like grains sunflower seeds (unsalted) and nuts every couple days, but be careful

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because nuts have what would be considered a high fat content for these little guys.

Chinchillas are herbivores with sensitive digestive systems. It’s recommended that they receive a pellet specifically for chinchillas, avoiding added nuts corn seeds and fruit.

They also require a large amount of roughage so they will need unlimited access to hay.

Mice do well on pellets or food blocks with at least 16% protein, 18% fiber, and no more than 4% fat. Small amounts of fresh fruits and vegetables will make good treats.

Rats are omnivores and you’ll want to look for a pellet with a good balance of protein, fat, carbs, and minerals, with vegetables in moderation.

If you decide a small animal is the right pet for you please do research before bringing

one home. Each species has specific care and dietary needs, and there are foods that can be harmful to them. Your local shelter or rescue can provide additional information about small animal care, and there will be animals inside the facility that you can interact with.

Your local pet supply store can also be a good information source, so think local first and don’t be afraid to ask for help when shopping for your new small animal friend.

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The Importance of Blood Transfusions in Veterinary Medicine

by Lauren M. DiVanna, DVM, Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral

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nemia is a common, and sometimes life-threatening, problem in veterinary medicine. There are varying degrees of anemia and the severity of the anemia indicates a potential need for a blood transfusion. Aside from anemia, there are other disease processes that require transfusions of different types of blood products.

Currently, there are very few veterinary blood banks available for hospitals to purchase whole blood and/or blood products.

All blood banks also have their own blood donor program and own specific pool of animals to obtain healthy blood from, but our hospital, Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral, has developed it’s own blood donor program to include both dogs and cats. Our blood donor program has been established by following standards and recommendations set by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) consensus statement. Having an animal that is a blood donor is a huge commitment as blood donation is a very involved procedure, as you will learn here.

When an animal is assessed as needing a blood transfusion, the first step is to evaluate what type of blood product is indicated. One of the significant benefits of a blood bank is that they are able to produce multiple variations of products for diseases besides anemia. In our hospital, we are able to keep some different products in our inventory, such as fresh frozen plasma, cryoprecipitate and immunoglobulins. These products are portions of whole blood but require very specific technical skills and instruments to create. In fact, it is not plausible for our hospital to obtain these instruments or use our resources to obtain the technical skills; we are fortunate to have a blood bank locally to rely on for these specialty products.

When an animal presents with the primary problem of anemia, it is unlikely that a specialty product is warranted. After initial assessment, the veterinarian decides if and what type of a blood transfusion is needed.

Often times, whole blood is a reasonable choice as the product to infuse, which

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is when we may call on an animal blood donor.

during the transfusion, enforcing the fact that the transfusion was needed and in an urgent fashion. Animals that receive transfusion are typically hospitalized for multiple days in our ICU to treat their underlying disease.

Our blood donors make up a pool of young, healthy animals that have been screened by our hospital for any underlying diseases identifiable on blood work as well as blood borne infections. Employees of our hospital As noted here, blood transfusions are a comand/or regular pet owners own the dogs and plicated process requiring many special skills P.O. and Box 1073 cats involved in the program. We require the as well as dedicated owners animals.

The animals to be within a distance of one hour benefit of blood transfusions is immeasurCollege Park, MD 20741 travel time and are on call at all times for ably large and a very common treatment Phone & Fax urgent transfusions. The blood donors typiin our referral hospital. We value our small cally require heavy sedation for the donation info@petloverscompanion.com pool of local blood donors as well as all of procedure and stay in the hospital for about the dogs and cats that donate for the blood www.petloverscompanion.com an hour after donation. The likelihood of banks in the area and believe that they are complications exists, but is extremely low. some of the unsung heroes in veterinary

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“Wellness Yearly Visit” Series – Chew on This!

by Dr. Jo Anne Carey, Takoma Park Animal Clinic

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ow many of you have taken a whiff of your dog or cat’s breath and were surprised at how bad it smelled?

How many of you chalked it up to just being “dog breath” or “fish breath”? Well, our pets are not supposed to have breath odor, just like we aren’t! Bad breath can signal a variety of oral symptoms from simple food residue to more serious mouth cancer.

Dogs and cats develop plaque which leads to tartar. Many times, you cannot see the plaque but you can begin to smell the bad breath odor that accompanies it. Then tartar begins to form, usually on the rear

molars and upper canine teeth first. This looks like a yellowish deposit. At this stage, the gums will look normal. If the teeth are not cleaned, the tartar will usually thicken and become worse and then the gums may become infected. This signals the early stage of periodontal disease. In advanced periodontal gum disease, the teeth will be so diseased that they cannot be saved and must be extracted or even fall out on their own.

You can imagine what kind of mouth pain this puts your pet in. Once dogs lose their canine teeth, their tongues have a tendency to hang out of their mouths.

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Certain dogs seem prone to dental disease; Poodles, Yorkies, Greyhounds, Chihuahuas to name a few. Early monitoring of the teeth and good oral care including home prophylaxis will help prevent dental disease.

Yearly dental cleaning by your veterinarian is essential especially if he or she recommends that a cleaning is needed. Don’t put it off!

When the teeth are severely infected, you may be referred to a dental specialist who will perform extractions and any necessary gum surgery.

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Dr. Jo Anne Carey, co-founder of Takoma Park Animal Clinic, has been serving the community with quality veterinary services and house calls since 1988. The practice is conveniently located at 7330 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912.

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Rabies: How to Prevent it and What to Do if You Get Bitten

by Leslie Sinclair, D.V.M., Medical Director of the Baltimore County Animal Services Division Baltimore County Department of Health

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abies infections in people are rare in the United States. However, nationally, there are about 7,000 rabies cases each year in animals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Though rabies is lethal, the good news is that it’s preventable.

Passed to a person through an infected animal’s saliva by licking, scratching, or biting, the rabies virus can leave some animals entirely symptom free. This is contrary to the stereotype of an animal that is acting sick or foaming at the mouth, so it is important to be cautious around any unknown animal, whether wild or domestic.

In addition to taking precautions, the single best way to protect your pet and your family from rabies is to have your cat, dog, or ferret vaccinated and to ensure that the vaccine is up to date. Animals must be at least three months of age or older to be vaccinated.

Some other ways to protect yourself, your pets and your family from rabies are: • Confine your pets. Keep your pets confined to your home or yard and walk them on a leash.

• Do not encourage wild animals to be near or in your house. Skunks, foxes, bats, groundhogs, and raccoons are key rabies carriers. Feed pets inside the house. Keep garbage in tightly-closed trash cans. Cap chimneys and seal off any openings in attics, under porches, in basements and in outbuildings.

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• Report. Report the incident to animal control authorities. They may need to find the animal, keep it and watch for signs of Send completed approval rabies.

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Have You Looked in Your Pet’s Mouth Lately?

by Amy R. Wenzel, DVM, Fairland Animal Hospital

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By three years of age 85% of pets have some form of periodontal disease. That “doggy” and “kitty” breath isn’t normal, it’s a sign of dental disease. Take a look in your pet’s mouth, do you see redness on the gums, brown build-up of calculus, bleeding? Those are signs that something isn’t right in his mouth. It can be hard to tell that our pets are in pain from their teeth because they hide it well. An oral health exam is part of their annual checkup. Often it is hard to do a full assessment because they don’t understand how to say “AHHHH”.

A dental for your pet is very similar to what we humans get, except they do need to be

asleep. Sedation not only makes it easier for us to fully examine their mouth but it is also safer because it protects their airways and prevents pieces of calculus that get removed from being inhaled into their lungs.

When your pet comes in for a dental visible tartar is first removed, then a special tool is used to safely remove tartar from under the gum line. The gums are checked for pockets surrounding the teeth (a sign of more significant disease), the teeth are then polished and treated with fluoride. Many times the roots are diseased with no sign on the crowns. Dental x-rays allow us to look for this very painful problem and treat accordingly. With routine dental care your pet can have a healthier mouth and a longer lifespan.

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What is a Veterinary Surgeon?

by Briana Danielson, DVM, Hope Advance Veterinary Center

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A veterinary surgeon is a veterinarian that has undergone specialized training in the area of surgery in addition to veterinary school. The training begins with a year of a rotating internship which allows a veterinarian to study and gain additional experience in some of the many of the subspecialties of veterinary medicine. Once completed, the veterinarian then has an opportunity to apply to a residency program.

The residency to become a veterinary surgeon is three years long and competition for slots is tough. During the residency, skills in both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery are

honed. Residency can be completed within an academic institution or in a private practice setting, typically in large referral centers.

A referral center is a hospital in which a group of specialists works together. The Hope Center in Rockville is an example of a referral center. In our hospital, we have cardiologists, internal medicine specialists, neurologists, and surgeons.

During residency, a surgery resident must perform, write, and publish a scientific paper. Once the residency is completed and the scientific paper is approved for publication, the surgeon can then take board certification. Board certification is essentially a large test broken up into multiple pieces to test the surgeon’s knowledge. This test is only offered once a year. In between finishing a residency

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consulted to try and diagnose a problem or to discuss treatment options. An example of this might be a dog that has been limping on one of their front limbs and despite rest and pain medication, does not seem to be improving. In this type of case a veterinary surgeon would perform an orthopedic Veterinary Surgeons do not typically perform examination and make recommendations Send completed approval to: the same types of surgery that a primary on diagnostics to be performed or make veterinary would perform. Although veteriGennifer Davis recommendations for a surgical fix. A second nary surgeons can perform routine surgery, example of this may a dog that has been P:be703-780-4400 such as spaying and neutering, they mostly diagnosed with a lung tumor and the owner exist to tackle more atypical procedures.

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DOG Gone……IT!!

Where Is My Dog, Cat, Cockatiel, Gecko???

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imply open your front door and watch your pet disappear. Put them in the backyard and see how fast they learn to dig under or climb over the fence. And while they speed away, you’re left panicking and wondering what to do now. Meanwhile, potential dangers are all around your pet. The longer they are out there alone, the more they are left with the possibility of having to deal with speeding cars, dangerous predators, disease, thirst, starvation and falling into the wrong hands - all heartbreaking possibilities.

Did you know that one in three pets gets lost in their lifetime? Unfortunately, 90% won’t find their way back. Many will be easily found and captured, but with no way to know where they came from, they are often kept by their finders, sold, given away or turned over to a local shelter. THEN WHAT??? There are actions that you - your pet’s best friend - can do RIGHT NOW. Be sure your pet has a Rabies vaccination and that the vaccination tag is attached to his collar. Since this tag usually has the administer-

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Gaithersburg

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Lothian

Animal Clinic of Waysons Corner

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5443 Southern Maryland Boulevard..............410-741-9082

Millersville

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Olney-Sandy Spring Veterinary Hospital

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Severn

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Silver Spring

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Fairland Animal Hospital

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Norbeck Animal Clinic

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2645 Norbeck Road........................................301-924-3616

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Surgery

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Lothian

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CEMETERIES & CREMATORIES Baltimore Humane Society Memorial Park

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Oakcrest Veterinary Clinic www.oakcrestvet.com

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Gaithersburg

Takoma Park Animal Clinic

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Old Towne Bed & Biscuit

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Lothian

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Millersville

Noah’s Ark Veterinary and Boarding Resort

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Rockville

Pet Dominion Animal Hospital and Inn

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7330 Carroll Avenue.......................................301-270-4700 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20

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9534 Crain Highway, Upper Marlboro.............301-856-2794

Funwalks Dog Training

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Noah’s Ark Veterinary and Boarding Resort

www.navbr.com

8074 Veterans Hwy. Millersville.....................410-969-0100

Pet Experts

www.petexperts.info

11 East Chestnut Hill Lane, Reisterstown.......410-504-2422 35

Dog Training

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DOG TRAINING Perfect Pet Resort

DOG WALKING World of RUFF

410-741-0000................................................301-627-5200

Serving VA/DC/MD.........................................202-413-3745

St. John’s Good Citizen

DOG WASH – SELF SERVE Dog Wash, The

www.PerfectPetResort.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 49

est.john@verizon.net

Silver Spring.......................................301-431-DOGS (3647)

www.worldofruff.com

www.TheDogWashec.com

WiggleButts Dog Training, LLC

10132 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City.....................................................410-480-0450

Gaithersburg, MD...........................................410-259-5136

Noah’s Ark Veterinary and Boarding Resort

www.WiggleButtsDog.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 43

World of RUFF

www.worldofruff.com

Serving VA/DC/MD.........................................202-413-3745

Your Dog’s Friend

www.yourdogsfriend.org

12221 Parklawn Dr., Rockville........................301-983-5913 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 31

DOG WALKING Home Buddies DC

www.myhomebuddies.com/ washingtondc

Serving Washington DC..................................202-580-8579

Pawfection Pet Sitters

www.navbr.com

8074 Veterans Highway, Millersville...............410-969-0100

DOG WASTE REMOVAL DoodyCalls

www.DoodyCalls.com

Serving Maryland, DC and Baltimore............... 1-800-DOODYCALLS (366-3922) SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 22

EDUCATION & RESOURCES Your Dog’s Friend

Helping to keep dogs out of shelters by educating & supporting their humans www.yourdogsfriend.org

Serving Howard & Anne Arundel Counties...........443-755-9872

Free workshops, positive training, advice & referrals......................................................301-983-5913

Peace of Mind Pet Care, Inc.

GROOMING

www.pawpetsitters.com

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 31

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 30

Serving Montgomery County Since 1990

301-613-7487................................................240-271-6060 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 41

Brookeville

Linda’s Dog Design

www.LindasDogDesign.com

Quality Time, LLC Pet Sitting & Dog Walking

20001 Georgia Avenue...................................301-570-4300

Serving N. Prince George’s & Anne Arundel Counties...................................301-805-6451

Dog Wash, The

www.QT4Pets.com

Wag Your Tail Dog Walking

www.WagYourTailDogWalking.com

Serving Chevy Chase/Friendship Heights, DC and surrounding areas..............................240-988-9331

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20

Ellicott City

www.TheDogWashec.com

10132 Baltimore National Pike.......................410-480-0450

Gaithersburg

The Groomery

www.TheGroomery.com

424 East Diamond Avenue.............................240-246-0801 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 18

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A to Z LISTINGS - Products & Services

Emergency Animal Hospitals

GROOMING

GROOMING

Lothian

Upper Marlboro

Perfect Pet Resort

www.PerfectPetResort.com

Fresh Pet

www.FreshPetMD.com

410-741-0000................................................301-627-5200 9534 Crain Highway.......................................301-856-2794 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 49

Millersville

Noah’s Ark Veterinary and Boarding Resort

www.navbr.com

8074 Veterans Highway..................................410-969-0100

Silver Spring

Norbeck Animal Clinic

Washington, D.C.

Wagtime Pet Spa & Boutique www.WagtimeDC.com

900 M Street, S.E............................................202-629-2765 1232 9th St., N.W...........................................202-789-0870 SEE OUR AD ON THE BACK COVER

GROOMING – IN-HOME In-Home Dog & Cat Grooming

Dr. Wehrli & Dr. Zelepsky “We Come to You” 2645 Norbeck Road........................................301-924-3616 Silver Spring...................................................301-384-7893

Reisterstown

Top Notch Grooming

www.topnotchgrooming.info

11 East Chestnut Hill Lane..............................410-504-2422

LARGE ANIMAL CREMATION Heavenly Days Crematorium www.HeavenlyDays.com

3051-B Thurston Road, Urbana......................240-699-0034

Emergency Animal Hospitals Annapolis

Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic www.AAVEC.com

808 Bestgate Road....................................410-224-0331 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 5

Bowie

Rockville

Hope Advanced Veterinary Center Rockville.HopeCenter.com

1 Taft Court, Rockville................................301-637-3228 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 3

Dogs and Cats Veterinary Referral & Emergency

Metropolitan Emergency Animal Clinic

6700 Laurel Bowie Road............................301-809-8800

12106 Nebel Street...................................301-770-5225

www.dcvetreferral.com

SEE OUR AD INSIDE FRONT COVER

Open 24 hours/7 days SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 31

Gaithersburg

VCA Veterinary Referral Associates and 24-Hour Emergency

www.vcavra.com 500 Perry Parkway....................................301-926-3300 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 50

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Pet-Friendly Apartments PET FRIENDLY APARTMENTS Summit Hills Apartment Homes www.SummitHills.net

8484 16th Street, Silver Spring.......................301-960-1826

PET MEDICINE Foer’s Pharmacy

www.foerspharmacy.com

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PET SITTING SERVICES Tommie’s Tailwaggers

www.TommiesTailwaggers.com

Serving Glen Burnie, Arnold, Crofton, and surrounding areas. See pet sitter grid for complete list............................................443-422-DOGS

PET SUPPLIES & FOOD Annapolis

8218 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda......................301-657-3500

Pet Barn Annapolis

PET PORTRAITS Landerman Pet Portraits

167-G Jennifer Road.......................................410-573-0404

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 26

Please visit www.artlanderman.com

Oil & Pastel Portraits......................................410-461-7926

Red Leash Photography www.redleash.com

www.petbarn.net

Hyattsville

Big Bad Woof, The

www.thebigbadwoof.com

5501 Baltimore Avenue..................................301-403-8957 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

Serving VA/MD/DC.........................................410-990-1058

Millersville

PET SITTING SERVICES A & B Pampered Pets

8074 Veterans Highway..................................410-969-0100

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 13

www.ABPamperedPets.com

Serving Howard County.................................410-531-3900

Home Buddies DC

www.myhomebuddies.com/ washingtondc

Serving Washington DC..................................202-580-8579

Pawfection Pet Sitters

www.pawpetsitters.com

Noah’s Ark Veterinary and Boarding Resort

www.navbr.com

Rockville

Whole Pet Central

www.WholePetCentral.com

1306 East Gude Dr., Gude Plaza......................301-217-0432 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 31

Washington, DC

Big Bad Woof, The

www.thebigbadwoof.com

Serving Howard & Anne Arundel Counties...........443-755-9872

117 Carroll St., NW,........................................202-291-2404

Peace of Mind Pet Care, Inc.

Wagtime Pet Spa & Boutique

301-613-7487................................................240-271-6060

900 M Street, S.E............................................202-629-2765 1232 9th St., N.W...........................................202-789-0870

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 30

Serving Montgomery County Since 1990 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 41

Quality Time, LLC Pet Sitting & Dog Walking www.QT4Pets.com

Serving N. Prince George’s & Anne Arundel Counties...............................301-805-6451

SIT-A-PET, Inc.

www.sitapet.com

Established 1980............................................202-362-8900 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20

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SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

www.WagtimeDC.com

SEE OUR AD ON THE BACK COVER

POCKET PET VETERINARY CARE Gaithersburg

Goshen Animal Clinic

www.GoshenAC.com

8357 Snouffers School Road...........................301-977-5586 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27

A to Z LISTINGS - Products & Services RAW FOOD DIETS Big Bad Woof, The

www.thebigbadwoof.com

5501 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville...............301-403-8957 117 Carroll St., NW, Washington, DC...............202-291-2404 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

Pet Barn Annapolis

www.petbarn.net

167-G Jennifer Road, Annapolis.....................410-573-0404

Whole Pet Central

www.WholePetCentral.com

1306 East Gude Dr., Gude Plaza, Rockville MD..................................................301-217-0432 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 31

REPRODUCTIVE SERVICES Olney-Sandy Spring Veterinary Hospital www.ossvh.com

1300 Olney Sandy Spring Rd., Silver Spring....301-774-9500 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 9

VACCINES – LOW COST Animal Welfare Society of Howard County www.AWSHC.org

8556 Davis Rd., Columbia...............................410-465-4350 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25

Weekend Veterinary Services VETERINARY SERVICES Surgery

Negola’s Ark Veterinary Hospital NegolasArk.com

9401 Fields Road, Gaithersburg......................301-216-0066 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 29

VETERINARIANS BY NAME Whall, Jeffrey, DVM Wenzel, Amy, DVM Spencer, Shawnne, DVM

at Fairland Animal Hospital www.FairlandAnimalHospital.com

13425 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring .........301-622-2115 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 24

Negola, Daniel C., DVM, DABVP at Negola’s Ark Veterinary Hospital NegolasArk.com

9401 Fields Road, Gaithersburg......................301-216-0066 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 29

Colwell, Ellen M., DVM

at Sykesville Veterinary Clinic www.sykesvillevetclinic.com

20-C Liberty Road, Sykesville.........................410-549-7798

VETERINARY PRESCRIPTIONS Foer’s Pharmacy www.foerspharmacy.com

VETERINARY HOUSE CALLS Takoma Park Animal Clinic

8218 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda......................301-657-3500

7330 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park..................301-270-4700

WEEKEND VETERINARY SERVICES Takoma Park Animal Clinic

VETERINARY SERVICES

7330 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park..................301-270-4700

www.takomaparkanimalclinic.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20

Cold Laser Therapy

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 26

www.takomaparkanimalclinic.com SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20

Animal Place Vet Hospital

www.AnimalPlaceVeterinaryHospital.com

13818 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring.............301-603-1223 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

Ophthalmology

Animal Place Vet Hospital

www.AnimalPlaceVeterinaryHospital.com

13818 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring.............301-603-1223 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

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Spay and n e u te r your pets!

Baltimore County residents can get their pets spayed or neutered at the Animal Shelter for just $65 for dogs and $50 for cats. Fee includes: license, rabies shot, and microchip.

Brand new Animal Services facility coming late fall 2015!

To schedule an appointment, call

410-887-PAWS (7297)

www.baltimorecountymd.gov/animalservices

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Upcoming Events Enjoy fun events with your pets all year long. This short listing shares some events, but visit PetLoversCompanion.com often for updated listings of all the great pet events in the area.

PawCasso Charity Art Auction—Sat-

urday, October 4, 2014, 5 pm – 11 pm at The Washington Post 1150 15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20071. Benefiting Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, it is an elegant evening featuring the art of local artists in a live auction, a spectacular silent auction, food, drink, dancing and live music.

Tickets are $100 at www.pawcassoart.org

Wines for Canines & Felines­—October 22,

2014 6:30-9 pm at Maggiano’s, 5333 Wisconsin Avenue, NW ,Washington, DC20014. Wine-tasting fundraiser for Montgomery County Humane Society; Tickets: $65/person. Taste great vintages while enjoying terrific Italian food from Maggiano’s Little Italy.

2014 Doggie Dip at the Washington Hilton—Saturday, November 1, 2014, 12:00

PM - 3:00 PM at Washington Hilton, 1919 Conneticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20009. The outdoor pool will be heated to 75-80 degrees and is saline treated. ONLY dogs will be allowed in the pool—owners must remain on the pool deck.

Donations will be accepted for the Washington Humane Society.

Love Ball—Saturday, November 8, 2014, 6:3011pm at DC/Rockville Hilton, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD. Cocktail reception, three-course dinner, silent and live auctions, dancing with live music. Keynote: Dr. Jonathan Balcombe: Human/ Animal Bond talk. Well-behaved dogs are welcome guests. Proceeds go to MCHS. For more details visit http://mchumane.org/loveball14.shtml Your Dogs Friends—2014 free workshops throughout the year, including a monthly workshop for adopters. To see all workshops and to register visit http://yourdogsfriend.org/free-workshops/ Architect’s for Animals—Dec. 1, 2014 at The American Institute for Architects. Hosted by the Washington Humane Society, this event is to raise awareness and fund for the community cat program, as area architects compete to build usable outdoor cat shelters. Details to follow at www.washhumane.org

14th Annual Sugar 7 Champagne Affair— Feb 4, 2015 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. The sweetest event in town returns to benefit the animals and programs of the Washington Humane Society. Details to follow at www.washhumane.org

Super Pet Expo 2015—March 27-29, 2015.

For details visit www.superpetexpo.com

Fashion for Paws—9th Annual Runway Show April 18, 2015 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM at Omni Shoreham Hotel 2500 Calvert St NW/Washington, DC 20008.

17th Annual Paws in the Park Dog Walk & Fest—April 26, 2015 (Saturday) Noon-4 pm

at BohrerPark at Summit Hall Farm, help Montgomery County Humane Society raise funds for homeless and abandoned animals. The fun-filled afternoon includes a 1-mile walk, pet games, demos, rescue groups, a “flealess” market with over 50 pet-friendly vendors, food, music and more.

Pups in the Park with the Washington Nationals—April – September, 2015. Game

dates TDA. Bring your dogs to the game and enjoy! Details and game dates to be announced later at www.nationals.com/pups Visit www.petloverscompanion.com for more events.

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Pet Friendly Apartments Annapolis

Harbour Gates Apartments, CD to 100#,BR.............................. 410-573-0900 Reserve at Quiet Waters, CD, BR................................................ 410-269-6869 Spa Cove, CD, BR....................................................................... 410-268-8700 Thornbury Bay, CD, BR.............................................................. 410-626-1071 Watergate Village, CD, BR......................................................... 410-263-2361 Westwinds I & II, CD to 100#, BR.............................................. 410-269-0826

Arbutus / Lansdowne

Highland Village, CD to 100#, BR.............................................. 410-636-0540 Riverview Townhomes, CD to 100#, BR.................................... 410-242-4510 Westland Gardens, CD, BR........................................................ 410-242-1612

Beltsville / College Park

Barclay Square, C...................................................................... 301-937-1300 Lighthouse at Twin Lakes, CD 30#, BR...................................... 301-572-4600 Seven Springs Village, CD to 25#.............................................. 301-345-8500 Townley, C................................................................................ 301-937-5885 Wynfield Park, CD to 80#, BR.................................................... 301-474-3300

Bethesda

Triangle Towers, C..................................................................... 301-652-2800 Windsor Villa, CD to 25#........................................................... 301-468-0300

Bowie

Archstone Gov’s Green, CD to 75#, BR....................................... 301-352-7300 Heather Ridge, CD to 40#, BR................................................... 301-464-6305 Meridian Town Court, CD to 70#, BR......................................... 301-352-7002

Columbia

Avalon at Fairway Hills, CD to 80#, BR...................................... 410-997-7272 Beech’s Farm, CD to 75#........................................................... 410-381-0310 Bentana, CD, BR....................................................................... 410-997-0696 Cedar Valley, CD to 80#............................................................. 410-730-8383 Clary’s Crossing, CD to 70#........................................................ 410-964-5557 Columbia Commons, CD, BR..................................................... 410-792-7927 Columbia Town Center, CD, BR.................................................. 410-997-6100 Dominion at Eden Brook, CD to 100#, BR.................................. 410-381-5511 Dorsey’s Forge, CD to 50#, BR................................................... 410-730-3870 Fenland Field, CD to 75#, BR..................................................... 410-730-2953 Gramercy at Town Center, CD, BR.............................................. 410-715-0067 Greens at Columbia, CD to 70#, BR........................................... 410-997-4774 Harper’s Forest, CD, BR............................................................. 410-730-2049 Island Club, CD, BR................................................................... 410-992-0095 Kendall Ridge, CD, BR............................................................... 410-740-9074 King’s Crossing, CD, BR.............................................................. 410-381-7030 Lazy Hollow, CD, BR.................................................................. 410-997-4500 Poplar Glen, CD to 80#.............................................................. 410-964-2700 Reflections Apartment Homes, BR, CD..................................... 410-992-0411 Southgate Crossing, CD to 80#, BR........................................... 410-730-6363 Stonehaven, CD to 100#, BR..................................................... 410-953-0040 Summit Meadow, CD to 100#, BR............................................. 410-992-4242 The Berkshire of Columbia, CD to 65#. BR................................. 410-730-1727

Crofton

Crofton Village, CD to 25#......................................................... 410-721-1557 Keswick Park, CD to 65#........................................................... 410-721-5538

Elkridge

Orchard Club, CD....................................................................... 410-796-0222 Sherwood Crossing Apts, CD, BR............................................... 410-799-8142 Windsor at Pine Ridge, CD, BR.................................................. 410-796-1919

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Ellicott City

Ashton Woods, CD, BR.............................................................. 410-465-2525 Charleston Manor, CD, BR......................................................... 410-465-8600 Kaiser Park, CD......................................................................... 410-465-2454 Orchard Park, CD...................................................................... 410-465-0300 T & C West/Greensview, CD, BR................................................. 410-465-7111

Gaithersburg

Archstone Saybrooke, CD to 65#, BR......................................... 301-417-9177 Avalon Fields, CD, BR................................................................ 301-417-9556 Beacon Place, CD to 80#, BR..................................................... 301-590-9240 Courts of Devon, CD to 80#, BR................................................. 301-990-7882 Grove Park, CD to 75#, BR......................................................... 301-948-9188 Hunt Club, CD to 45#, BR.......................................................... 301-869-0334 Lakewood Commons, CD, BR.................................................... 301-948-0636 Mill Creek Gardens, CD to 20#, BR............................................ 301-258-9384 Orchard Pond, CD to 60#, BR.................................................... 301-948-2580 Park Station, CD, BR.................................................................. 301-987-7600 Spring Ridge, CD to 40#, BR..................................................... 301-921-9100 Streamside Apartments, CD to 25#, BR.................................... 301-948-8898 Verandahs, The, CD to 75#, BR.................................................. 301-990-8593

Germantown

Archstone Milestone, CD to 65#................................................ 301-601-9292 Avalon Knoll, CD to 60#, BR...................................................... 301-540-0080 Cameron at Milestone, CD to 65#, BR....................................... 301-601-9292 Canterbury, CD, BR................................................................... 301-428-3918 Fox Run Apartments, CD to 100#, BR........................................ 301-972-9500 Gables/Waters Landing, CD to 50#, BR..................................... 301-601-0040 Hamptons, The, CD, BR............................................................. 301-428-0970 Northlake, CD to 60#, BR.......................................................... 301-428-9775 Oak Mill Apartments, CD to 100#............................................. 301-428-9757 Pinnacle at Town Center, CD to 75#, BR.................................... 240-686-0080 Rolling Hills, CD to 80#, BR....................................................... 301-428-1760 Stonecreek Club/Waters Landing, CD to 50#BR........................ 301-428-1766

Glen Burnie / Pasadena

Americana Southdale Apartments, CD to 25#, BR.................... 410-760-2395 Chesapeake at Berkshires, CD, BR............................................. 410-760-0200 Country Club, CD to 50#............................................................ 410-761-1930 Crain Court, CD to 20#, BR........................................................ 410-766-7262 Gatewater Landing Apartments, CD to 100#, BR...................... 410-761-2858 Glen Mar, CD, BR....................................................................... 410-766-2300 Glen Ridge, CD, BR.................................................................... 410-761-7440 Green Tree, CD to 75#, BR......................................................... 410-969-0377 Marley Run, CD to 85#, BR........................................................ 410-760-1164 Oakridge Manor Apartments, CD to 25#................................... 410-760-2244 Quarterfield Crossing, CD to 25#............................................... 410-761-8250 Regency Club, CD, BR................................................................ 410-760-6100 Southgate Apartments and Townhomes, CD 25#..................... 410-768-1517 Villages at Marley Station, CD to 25#, BR.................................. 410-766-3232 Willows, The, CD to 30#............................................................ 410-636-4777

Greenbelt

Brittany Place, CD, BR............................................................... 301-552-1000 Glen Oaks, CD to 20#................................................................ 866-906-9178 Springhill Lake, CD to 20#........................................................ 301-474-1600

Laurel / Burtonsville

Ashley Apartments, CD to 40#, BR............................................ 301-498-1105 Bowling Brook, CD to 35#, BR.................................................. 301-604-0661 Centergate Russett, CD to 70#.................................................. 301-776-4446 Country Place, CD to #65.......................................................... 301-421-9504 Howard Hills Townhomes, CD to 25#........................................ 301-490-7200 Larchdale Woods, CD, BR.......................................................... 301-776-5100 Laurel Square, CD, BR............................................................... 301-776-8779 Marymont/Laurel Lakes, CD to 50#, BR.................................... 301-498-4111 Muirfield at Montpelier, CD to 35#........................................... 301-776-5044 Seasons, The, CD, BR................................................................. 301-490-2200

Listings are accurate at time of publishing. Policies may change regularly. Call location for updates.

C = Cat Allowed CD = Cat & Dog BR = Breed Restrictions CD to 20# = Cats and dogs to 20 pounds Birds and aquariums normally accepted.

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Selborne House, CD to 25#....................................................... 301-604-2635 Spring House, CD, BR................................................................ 301-490-8833 Summit Russett, CD to 50#....................................................... 301-483-8568 Town & Country at Willow Lake, CD, BR.................................... 301-776-6602

Strathmore House, CD to 25#................................................... 301-460-1647 Summit Hills Apartment Homes........................... 301-960-1826 Woodlake, CD to 30#................................................................ 301-890-6400 Woodvale, CD, BR..................................................................... 301-609-0389

Millersville

Sykesville

Mill Pond, CD to 50#, BR........................................................... 410-987-5208 Harper’s Mill, CD to 50#, BR...................................................... 410-987-9230

Odenton

Groves at Piney Orchard, CD, BR................................................ 410-695-0130 Richmar Apartments, CD to 80#, BR......................................... 410-356-5525 Riverscape Apartments., CD, BR............................................... 410-695-1500 Seven Oaks, CD, BR................................................................... 410-551-1383 Shelter Cove, CD to 65#, BR...................................................... 410-551-6900

Rockville

Apartments at Miramont, CD to 25#, BR.................................. 301-770-9696 Avalon at Decoverly, CD to 35#, BR........................................... 301-840-1811 Fallswood Commons, CD, BR.................................................... 301-315-9311 Fireside Park, CD to 75#, BR...................................................... 301-279-7741 Huntington at King Farm, CD to 80#, BR................................... 301-987-0200 Randolph Square, CD to 40#..................................................... 301-770-4088 Scarborough Square, CD to 25#, BR.......................................... 301-424-2413 Yale Village, CD to 30#, BR........................................................ 301-424-6326

Silver Spring

Aston Woods, CD to 60#, BR..................................................... 301-890-7222 Aventine Silver Spring, CD to 60#, BR....................................... 877-785-7976 Hampton Hollow, CD, BR.......................................................... 301-890-1613 Hampton Point, CD, 40, BR....................................................... 301-890-9700 Knights Bridge II, CD to 25#...................................................... 301-890-6795 Montgomery Paint Branch, CD-25#.......................................... 301-622-4801 Montgomery White Oak, CD-25#............................................. 301-622-4048 Northgate Apartments., CD to 40#, BR..................................... 301-460-9300 Renaissance Plaza, CD to 25#................................................... 301-890-6700 Sheffield Forest, CD, BR............................................................ 301-890-0380

Spencer Village, CD to 35#........................................................ 410-795-1840 Sykesville Apartments, CD to 25#............................................. 410-781-6300 Village, CD to 30#..................................................................... 410-795-0606

Takoma Park

Fairview, C................................................................................ 301-891-2020 Montgomery Gardens, C.......................................................... 301-408-0300

Washington DC

4100 Massachusetts Ave, CD.................................................... 202-364-7000 Belvedere, The, C...................................................................... 202-628-9683 Berkshire, The, C....................................................................... 202-362-4201 Calvert House, C....................................................................... 202-462-0243 Chalfonte, The, C...................................................................... 202-234-8700 Cloisters, The, CD...................................................................... 202-332-9090 Connecticut House, C................................................................ 202-363-1200 Consulate, The, C...................................................................... 202-362-6870 Crestwood Apartments, CD to 25#........................................... 202-882-1515 Lansburgh, The, C..................................................................... 202-393-1800 Lexington at Market Square, CD to 35#, BR.............................. 202-347-6161 North Park Avenue, C............................................................... 301-652-0062 Park Crest at Glover Park, CD, BR............................................... 202-337-9511 Potomac Park and York, The, C.................................................. 202-337-5252 Westbrooke Place, CD, BR......................................................... 202-466-6228

Wheaton

Aspen Crossing, CD to 60#, BR.................................................. 301-460-4510 Hermitage Square, CD to 20#................................................... 301-871-8060 Hewitt Gardens Apartments, CD to 40#, BR.............................. 301-460-0200

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Non-Profit Groups

L

ocal Organizations in this section rely on the contributions of animal lovers like you to care for thousands of abused, abandoned, and injured animals each year. Here are a few ways that you can help: 1. Send a check or money order to the non-profit organization of your choice.

2. Name one of these groups in your will, charitable trust, or insurance policy.

3. Donate real estate, a car or boat, stocks, etc.

4. Donate goods and professional services.

5. Ask for a copy of their “wish list”.

Please consider saving a life by adopting from one of the following rescue groups. These people generously volunteer their time and money toward helping out animal friends. We have provided the most local, updated information, however, this information changes rapidly.

ADOPTION/RESCUE -BIRD/EXOTICS

Foster Parrots, Ltd. www.fosterparrots.com.................................781-878-3733 Phoenix Landing www.phoenixlanding.org..............................866-749-5634

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT Alley Cat Allies www.alleycat.org..........................................240-482-1980 Alley Cat Rescue, Inc. www.saveacat.org.........................................301-277-5595 Cat Rescue of MD, Inc. www.catrescueofmd.org ...............................410-747-6595

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT

Cats R Us catsrusrescue.com..........................................410-263-1719 Darby’s Place Cat Rescue Leslie Gilbert..................................................443-244-3359 Feline Foundation of Greater Wash, Inc. www.ffgw.org...............................................703-920-8665 Howard County Cat Club 410-730-3679 Rude Ranch Animal Rescue www.ruderanch.org......................................410-798-9559 Safe at Last, Inc. www.safeatlast.org

6. VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME. A note to our readers: If you are aware of a non-profit organization not listed in our book that provides services to the animal community, LET US KNOW! Part of our mission is the betterment of the animal community through awareness and education.

PLEASE HELP US by letting your veterinarian or animal-related service provider know that you support Pet Lovers Companion and ask them to support this publication and make it visible at their place of business. Directories are provided free of charge to those who request them.

ADOPTION/RESCUE-CAT & DOG

Siamese Cat Rescue Center 540-672-6373

Animal Welfare Society of Howard County

www.AWSHC.org 8556 Davis Rd., Columbia...............................410-465-4350 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25

Baltimore County Animal Services

www.baltimorecountymd.gov/animalservices 13800 Manor Road, Baldwin..........................410-887-7297 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 40

Baltimore Humane Society

www.bmorehumane.org 1601 Nicodemus Road, Reisterstown.............410-833-8848 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 12

Friends for Life (adoptions only) 301-845-4971 Homeward Trails Animal Rescue www.homewardtrails.org..............................703-249-5066 Partnership for Animal Welfare, Inc. (PAW) www.paw-rescue.org.................................. 301-572-4PAW

ADOPTION/RESCUE-CAT (FERAL)

Alley Cat Allies www.alleycat.org..........................................240-482-1980 Cat Rescue of Maryland, Inc. 410-747-6595 Lucky Cat www.luckycatrescue.com..............................410-375-9599

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Metro Ferals www.metroferals.org Prince George’s Feral Friends www.pgferals.org..........................................301-262-6452 Rock Creek Cats www.RockCreekCats.org Rude Ranch Animal Rescue www.ruderanch.org......................................410-798-9559

ADOPTION/RESCUE-DOG

All Breed Rescue and Referral www.allbreed.org..........................................301-775-2777 Best Dawg Rescue www.dawg-rescue.org..................................301-407-2378 Dog Rescue of Maryland www.dogrescuemd.org.................................410-320-5010 Lucky Dog Animal Rescue www.luckydoganimalrescue.org...................... 202-741-5248 Mutts Matter Rescue www.muttsmatterresuce.com Roxie’s Fund www.roxiesfund.org......................................301-962-7509 Rural Dog Rescue www.ruraldogrescue.com Tara’s House www.tarashouse.net Tailed Treasures of Maryland www.TailedTreasuresofMd.com.....................301-651-7785

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ADOPTION/RESCUE - GUINEA PIG

MD Guinea Pig Rescue & Adoption www.mdguineapigs.org Metropolitan Guinea Pig Rescue www.mgpr.org Small Angels Rescue www.smallangelsrescue.org

ADOPTION/RESCUE-MICE/RATS Small Angels Rescue www.smallangelsrescue.org

ADOPTION/RESCUE-RABBIT

Bunny Lu Adoptions, Inc. www.bunnylu.org P. O. Box 554, Haymarket, Virginia................ 703-753-0833 House Rabbit Society www.rabbitsinthehouse.org........................ 410-889-4101

ADOPTION/RESCUE-REPTILE

Mid Atlantic Turtle & Tortoise Society www.matts-turtles.org................................ 301-785-3390

ADOPTION/RESCUE-TURTLE

MidAtlantic Turtle & Tortoise Society www.matts-turtles.org................................ 301-785-3390

ADOPTION / RESCUE-WILDLIFE

For breed-specific rescues see page 48.

Davidsonville Wildlife Sanctuary 410-798-0193 Frisky’s Wildlife Sanctuary, Inc. 410-418-8899 Second Chance Wildlife Center 301-926-9453

ADOPTION/RESCUE - EQUINE

ANIMAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS

Horse.Net Rescue www.hnhr.org

www.AWSHC.org 8556 Davis Road, Columbia............................410-465-4350

ADOPTION/RESCUE -DOGS BY BREED

Days End Farm Horse Rescue 301-854-5037

Lost & Found Horse Rescue www.lfhr.org

ADOPTION/RESCUE - FARM ANIMALS

Poplar Springs Animal Sanctuary 301-428-8128

ADOPTION/RESCUE - FERRET

The “Ferret Inn” Rescue & Shelter Nancy Wilson www.theferretinn.org................................. 410-531-4936

Animal Welfare Society of Howard County SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25

Animal Rescue Foundation www.arfusa.org........................................... 410-643-8700 Animal Welfare League of Frederick County www.awlfc.org............................................ 301-633-5855 Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County www.awlmc.org.......................................... 301-740-2511

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Non-Profit Groups ANIMAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS

Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter, Inc. 301 Stockholm St, Baltimore........................ 410-396-4695

Baltimore County Animal Services

www.baltimorecountymd.gov/animalservices 13800 Manor Road, Baldwin........................ 410-887-7297 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 40

B-More Dog, Inc. Rescue & Support of Baltimore Pitbull Owners.....................................www.bmoredog.org Basset Rescue of Old Dominion www.Brood-VA.org...................................... 866-710-9476 Frederick County Humane Society 217 West Patrick Street................................ 301-694-8300

Baltimore Humane Society

www.bmorehumane.org 1601 Nicodemus Road, Reisterstown........... 410-833-8848 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 12

Humane Society of Southern Maryland www.dogrescue.org.................................... 717-845-3797 Humane Society of the U.S. www.humanesociety.org............................. 202-452-1100 IMOM, Inc. www.imom.org Metropets Online www.metropets.org

ANIMAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS

Montgomery County Humane Society 1300 E Gude Dr. Rockville, MD...................... 240-252-2555 Montgomery County SPCA www.mcspa.org.......................................... 301-948-4266 SPCA/Humane Society of PG County www.pgspca.org......................................... 301-262-5625 SPCA of Anne Arundel County www.aacspca.org........................................ 410-268-4388 Tailed Treasures of Maryland www.TailedTreasuresofMaryland.com............301-651-7785 The Washington Animal Rescue League www.warl.org.............................................. 202-726-2556

Washington Humane Society

1201 New York Ave., NE, Wash., DC 202-576-6664................................www.washhumane.org SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

NATURAL RESOURCES

State of Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources www.dnr.state.md.us.................................. 877-620-8367

PETS WITH DISABILITIES

Pets with Disabilities www.petswithdisabilities.org...................... 443-624-9270

SERVICE DOGS

Dog Ears and Paws, Inc. 5399 Enterpnsest, Sykesville........................ 410-655-2858 Fidos For Freedom, Inc. 410-880-4178

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Non-Profit Groups SERVICE DOGS

Guiding Eyes for the Blind Puppy Raisers..............................www.guidingeyes-md.org PETS - DC www.petsdc.org.......................................... 202-234-7387

SERVICE DOGS - SEARCH & RESCUE CHESARDA, Inc. www.chesarda.org Mid-Atlantic D.O.G.S. 301-948-2840

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Alley Cat Allies www.alleycat.org........................................ 240-482-1980 Animal Advocates of Howard County www.animal-advocates.org......................... 410-880-2488

Animal Welfare Society of Howard County

SPAY/NEUTER - LOW COST SNAP 410-885-5783

SPCA/Humane Society of PG County www.pgspca.org......................................... 301-262-5625 SPAY USA Trumbell, CT................................................. 800-248-SPAY Washington Animal Rescue League 71 Oglethorpe Street, NW, Wash., DC........... 202-726-2556

THERAPY ANIMALS National Capital Therapy Dogs, Inc. www.nctdinc.org......................................... 301-585-6283 PAL - People Animals Love Washington DC............................................ 202-966-2171

WILDLIFE REHABILITATION

Wildlife Rescue, Inc. www.wildliferescueinc.org.......................... 410-357-5179

www.AWSHC.org 8556 Davis Rd., Columbia............................. 410-465-4350 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25

Baltimore Humane Society Spay, Neuter & Vaccine Clinic

www.bmorehumane.org 1601 Nicodemus Road, Reisterstown........... 410-833-8848 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 12

Baltimore County Animal Services

www.baltimorecountymd.gov/animalservices 13800 Manor Road, Baldwin........................ 410-887-7297 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 40

Montgomery County Humane Society 1300 East Gude Drive, Rockville 240-252-2555

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Adopt a Rescued Dog

There are several benefits to adopting a rescued dog. Many rescued dogs are mature adults who are housebroken. Adult dogs are past the stage of chewing on your shoes and furniture. They are loyal to the hand that feeds them, shelters them, and loves them. Give a loving pet a second chance – Adopt.

Listed on the following pages are telephone contacts for individual dog breed rescues. If the breed you are looking for is not listed, it may be because the contact for that breed has declined to be in the book or we are not aware of them. Keep in mind when calling these contacts that in many cases you are calling someone’s home. Most of these people are volunteers who donate their time for the love of the breed. Be respectful of the hours you call. Also, be aware that it may take time to get a response to your call.

A Affenpinsher www.affenpinscherrescue.org Afghan Hound www.afghanhound.net 877-AF-RESCUE Airedale Terrier airedales-dc.org • 410-730-3144 Akita-ARMAC armac.rescuegroups.org Jodi Marcus • 703-730-0844 American Brittany americanbrittanyrescue.com Andrea Bock • 301-293-4221 Australian Cattle Dog www.acdra.org Australian Shepherd www.ausierescue.org 877-277-4779

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Basenji www.mabasenji.org Basset Hound www.bassethoundrescueleague.net 301-292-3020 Basset Rescue of Old Dominion www.Brood-VA.org • 866-710-9476 Beagle www.brewbeagles.org 703-715-6370 Beagle Rescue of MD www.beaglemaryland.org 301-934-3616 Bearded Collie MABCR • www.mabcr.org Bedlington Terrier Linda Freeman • 703-255-9538 Bernese Mountain Dog www.pvbmdc.org Sharon Hasenauer • 301-879-3586

B Bichon Frise MBFR • www.bichonbash.com Border Collie Blue Ridge B.C. Rescue www.brbcr.org Border Terrier Joyce Kirm • 410-734-7276 Borzoi www.borzols.com • 410-592-5512 Boston Terrier Mary Hovey • 703-878-7464 Bouvier www.abrl.org • mdcoord@abrl.org Boxer Diane Spessard • 703-620-5566 Bulldog www.otrbulldogrescue.org 703-431-8612

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Cocker Spaniel www.cockeradoption.org Cocker Spaniel Oldies but Goodies • 703-533-2373 Collie Rescue, Inc. www.savecollies.org • 703-579-9931 Corgi www.bassethoundrescueleague.com 301-292-3020

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English Cocker Spaniel Marsha T. Wallace • 703-548-7641 English Setter www.englishsetterrescue.org 866-681-7084 English Toy Spaniel Mary Hoagland • 609-397-3148

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G Dachshund German Shepherd www.drna.org www.magsr.org • 410-644-7763 ann_donnawell@comcast.net German Shorthaired Pointer Dachshund www.mdgspresuce.org www.bassethoundrescueleague.net 410-552-1449 301-292-3020 Golden Retriever Dalmation GRREAT - www.grreat.org CCDAL • www.ccdal.org 703-620-6593 Doberman 1 7/30/13 2:03 092.13 PP_PetLoverComp_ad:Layout PM Page 3 www.dobe.net • 410-663-1694

Cairn Terrier www.potomacctc.org Cardigan Welsh Corgi www.cardiganrescue.org Chinese Crested www.crest-care.net Chinese Shar Pei Joyce Hanes • 301-881-1221

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Irish Setter Club of America Deanna Cuchiaro 908-534-2580 Irish Terrier Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733 Irish Wolfhound-PVIWC Tom & Diane Hartney • 703-759-6316

Labrador Retriever www.lab-rescue.org LRCP, Inc. • 301-299-6756 Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc. LRR • 301-868-3524 Lakeland Terrier/Norwich Terrier Al Ferruggiaro • 301-421-1930 Lhasa Apso www.lhasaapsorescue.org 410-721-0053

Japanese Chin J CCARE www.japanesechinrescue.org

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MAGDRL Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League www.magdrl.org • 703-644-8009 Maltese Barbara Fine • 301-371-6442 Mastiff - English www.mastiffrescue.org 410-461-9228

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Kerry Blue Terrier Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733 Komodor Komodor Club of America www.clubs.akc.org/kca

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Yorkshire Terrier-SAYR Schnauzer – Standard Kathy Moore • 609-634-8212 Potomac Valley Standard Schnauzer www.saveayorkierescue.org www.pvssc.org Schnauzer - Minature Yorkshire Terrier www.schnauzerresuce.net www.yorkierescue.org Linda Seeman • 301-776-7370 717-264-9799 Scottish Deerhound P Dr. Dove • 703-754-8387 Papillon Send completed approval to: Scottish Terrier Ellen Stuban • 248-668-8438 scottieclubofdc.org Gennifer Davis Pekingese Shar Pei www.potomacpekes.org www.macspro.org • 301-881-1221 P: 703-780-4400 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Shetland Sheepdog PBGV • www.pbgv.org F: 856-753-0064 www.nvsr.org • 703-912-4002 Pit Bull Shih Tzu advertising@petloverscompanion.com Sabina Poinelli AAHA • 410-558-4554 www.caringheartsrescue.org Pointer & Services Shih Tzu Sancutary D . Cwww.pointerrescue.org . Metro Billie Rivielli • 410-643-0018 301-333-2249 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Pomeranian Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733 Bernice Wiseman • 703-631-8535 “The reason I V Poodle Vizsla love my dog so Linda Elliot • 301-570-4300 Patricia Hudson • 540-832-7555 Pug much is because MAPR • 703-256-5363 W when I come R Weimaraner www.dcweimclub.org Rhodesian Ridgeback home, he’s the Karen Bakken • 703-220-7334 ridgebackrescue.org • 703-597-6657 only one in the West Highland White Terrier Rottweiler Westie Rescue, USA • 703-671-1039 www.roxiesfund.org • 301-962-7509 world who treats www.westierescue.com S me like I’m The West Highland White Terrier Samoyed Westie Rescue, Inc. • 540-554-2963 www.samrescue.com Beatles.”

410-535-9451 Whippet Schipperke www.whippet-rescue.com —Bill Maher www.schipperkerescue.net Barbara Henderson • 301-490-6598 Susan Fogleman • 757-926-4467 Newfoundland Kathy Hamilton • 703-280-5308 Donna McConn • 703-967-1000 Norwegian Elkhound elkiehelp@gmail.com

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Animal Clubs CLUBS - BIRD All MD Canary Club Mary Ellen Schott Baltimore Bird Fanciers Bird Clubs of Virginia John H. Long Howard County Bird Club National Capital Bird Club Wayne Porter National Cockatiel Society

CLUBS - DOG (GENERAL) 410-668-7483 baltimorebirdfanciers.org 703-771-9678 www.howardbirds.org 703-751-5717 www.cockatiels.org

CLUBS - CAT Capital Cat Fanciers Diane Marcus Cat Fanciers of Washington Kathy Rutledge Colonial Annapolis Cat Fanciers Sande Willen Greater Baltimore Cat Club Sande Willen Howard County Cat Club howardcountycatclub.org Hidden Peake Linda Peterson Maryland Feline Society

301-983-1098 703-455-4869 410-653-4652 410-653-4652

Baltimore CountyKennel Club baltimorecountykc.com Canine Training Association www.caninetrainingassociation.org 301-937-1431 Carroll Kennel Club www.carrollkennelclub.org 410-549-3696 Kennel Club of Anne Arundel kcaa-md.com Maryland Kennel Club 1915 Mt. Carmel Road, Parkton Mason and Dixon Kennel Club www.masondixonkennelclub.com Mattaponi Kennel Club www.mattaponikennelclub.com Old Dominion Kennel Club of Northern Virginia www.members.aol.com/olddominionkc/odkc Rock Creek Kennel Club David Lidie 301-963-2173

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CLUBS - EQUINE

703-631-2031 mdfelinesociety.org

TROT - Trail Riders of Today www.trot-md.org

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CLUBS - FISH

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Baltimore-Washington Area Aquarium Society email: bwaas@hotmail.com Chesapeake Marine Aquarium Society www.cmas-md.org Marine Aquarium Societies of North America www.masna.org Mid Atlantic Koi Club makc.com Potomac Valley Aquarium Society www.PVAS.com Washington Area Marine Aquatic Society www.wamas.org

International Reptile Conservation Foundation www.ircf.org 877-472-3674 MATTS - Mid Atlantic Turtle and Tortoise Society P.O. Box 22321, Baltimore, MD 21203 www.matts-turtles.org 301-785-3390 MARS - MidAtlantic Reptile Show www.midatlanticreptileshow.org

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Dog Parks Continue to Grow

hese parks provide a wonderful opportunity for dogs to exercise and socialize with T other canines. Some dog parks are private and for members only with fees and strict enforcement of park rules. Private parks are rare. Most are the result of grassroots move-

ments and rely largely on users to adhere to rules, clean up after the dogs, and keep the peace by removing aggressive animals. Without the screening required by private parks, there is no way of knowing if all park participants are properly socialized and are current on vaccinations.

Most parks operate smoothly. Some parks provide space for dogs to run off leash while others set the stage for positive interaction among pets and people.

Note: Some parks may not be completely fenced. Usage may be limited to residents of the particular area.

Germantown

Annapolis Quiet Waters Park - 600 Quiet Waters Road

Arnold Broadneck Park - Bay Dale and College Parkway

Bethesda Cabin John Dog Park - 10900 West Lake Drive

Bowie Bowie Dog Park - West side of Northview Drive across the street from Enfield Drive

Boyds Black Hills Regional Park - 20930 Lake Ridge Drive

Ridge Road Recreational Park - 21155 Frederick Road

Greenbelt

Hanover Drive and Greenway Center Drive

Laurel

Maryland City Park - 565 Brock Bridge Road

Pasadena

Downs State Park - 8311 John Downs Loop

Rockville

Dog Park at King Farm - King Farm Blvd. and Piccard Drive

Washington, D.C.

Worthington Park - Hillsborough Road & New Cut Road

Chevy Chase Dog Park - 41st & Livingston Street NW Congressional Cemetery - 1801 E Street SE Glover Park Dog Park - 39th St. and W St. NW Lincoln Dog Park - 11th and North Carolina Marion Park - E and 6th Street SE Newark Street Dog Park Newark Street, NW, between Idaho & 39th Street NW Stanton Park - Corner of Maryland Ave. & 6th St., NE Utah Park - 3308 S. Stafford Street

Gaithersburg

Wheaton

Catonsville Catonsville Off Leash Dog Park - 401 Harlem Lane

College Park Acredale Park at Metzerott Road Off University Blvd. Near the University of Maryland.

Ellicott City

Gaithersburg Dog Park - 151 Bickerstaff Way

Wheaton Regional Park - 11710 Orebaugh Ave.

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