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SUBARU PET OF THE YEAR What's a Pet Expo without a pet contest?

Paw, fly, or slither your way over to the Crews Subaru of Charleston booth and enter your furry, feathered, or scaly companion in our Pet of the Year Contest.

The most photogenic pet, will win an iPad 2, compliments of Crews Subaru of Charleston.

The winner will also appear, in all their panting, chirping, or hissing glory, on the cover of our Pet of the Year Calendar.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 17 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

EXCHANGE PARK INSIDE & OUTSIDE EXHIBIT BUILDING HWY. 78 LADSON, SC

Adult Admission $2.

Cash Only Kids 12 & Under FREE! Free Parking.

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The Lowcountry Paws & Claws Pet Expo is back for another great year! We will have fun events and educational demonstrations, adorable and adoptable animals from local shelters and plenty of local businesses looking to cater to you and your pet’s needs! Proceeds benefit all participating animal shelter and rescue groups.

PETS WELCOME!

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Kids and Fears

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Taking a Bite Out of Crime

Overcoming animal anxiety in children.

The Charleston County Canine Unit.

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What you need to know

Event schedule, exhibitor list, booth map.

Introducing Baby

Making sure all of your family members – including fur children – are happy.

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Kids/Pets Calendar

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Adopt-a-thon

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TheOvercoming Furanimal Fear Factor anxiety in children N

early everyone has an irrational fear or two. Some feel woozy when they look down from a twostory building. Others shriek at the sight of a spider. Still some get nervous at the thought of a simple flu shot. For most people, these fears are minor. However sometimes they can be so severe that they cause intense anxiety and interfere with day-to-day life.

When fears are irrational and disabling, they are called phobias. And anxiety of animals and birds are some of the most common among all phobias because there are simply so many of them around, according to John Start, author of “Emotional Freedom.”

“But phobias can be managed – and often cured – through self-help strategies, education and therapy,” says Tasha Santos of Heartland Health Care’s Occupational Therapy department in Hanahan.

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“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.”

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Overcoming fears “When my husband and I adopted our daughter, she was terrified of our four dogs. Now her best friend is Nadia, our pit mix, who we rescued just after our lab passed away,” says Dawn Johnson of Ladson.

The Johnson family was able to overcome their family’s issue with animal anxiety; however it wasn’t an easy task.

Her daughter, Gwyn, was 2 when Johnson adopted her and she’d never been around animals before.

“She screamed and refused to walk around the house. We had to carry her everywhere.”

After working with a dog trainer, things changed dramatically for the Johnson family.

“We started off slow, playing fetch with our smallest Jack Russell, Abigail,” Johnson says. “Now my daughter is 4 and we attend as many adopt-a-thons as possible. Just being around the variety of animals more and more has been a great help for her.”

Now Gwyn and her brother help others who suffer from animal anxiety.

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come her fears, she and her brother help at our training sessions. It’s great to work with the animals and children together.

I feel like it may help other families in similar situations,” says Kristie Allen, owner of The Learning Canine, a local dog training company that assisted the Johnsons.

Signs your child is afraid Difficulty breathing Racing or pounding heart Chest pain or tightness Trembling or shaking Feeling dizzy or lightheaded A churning stomach Hot or cold flashes; tingling sensations Sweating Source: The Child Anxiety Network

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At least 1-in-10 people is affected by a phobia at some point in his or her life.

Source: The Child Anxiety Network

Start slow “In order to overcome their phobia of animals, children should want to overcome their fears,” Allen says.

“You simply can’t force a child to love animals, it has to be in their nature.”

De Daltorio, director of humane education at the Charleston Animal Society, regularly visits classrooms in Lowcountry schools to teach students about animals.

Occasionally she meets a child who is afraid of animals.

She says giving children positive experiences with animals is one way to ease their anxieties.

When introducing a child to an animal, such as a dog, it’s important to start with a nice calm dog, as opposed to an energetic puppy.

“And having other children who aren’t afraid helps, too. as “When ‘Suzie’ sees her friends petting a dog she gets interested,” she says.

Remember to go slow “This happens over time and try not to rush it, as much positive exposure to animals is key. Keep it short and model the behavior. Affirm his or her fear by saying, ‘I know you are afraid but I wouldn’t let anything happen to you,’” she says.

Then gently pet the dog.

“Maybe even let the child pick out a treat to give the dog,” she suggests.

Be sure to include the child in the interaction with the dog as well.

Let the child instruct the dog to do a trick – any trick the dog knows is fine.

If the child is comfortable enough, offer to let him touch the dog’s tail.

Showing the child movies about dogs can help, too.

“I just know that each time I went into the classroom the child [who was initially afraid] became more exposed to a positive experience and got more comfortable each time. By the end the child was always happy to pet the dog goodbye!”

Causes of animal anxiety Amy Roberts’16-year-old daughter has disliked animals since she was born.

“She used to scream and run in the opposite direction, but now that she’s much older and she can at least manage herself

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a fear or phobia; however unpleasant experiences can trigger them, she says.

Situations can be disabling, but some simply take time to overcome.

Frankie Manhardt of Eutawville understands. She had a scary experience with a dog when she was 7.

“He came up to our campsite while my family and I were on vacation and lunged at me. I was terrified for years. I’d turn back if I even saw a dog nearby in a fenced in yard.”

Manhardt became determined to overcome this when she was 12 years old and decided to volunteer with The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals with her brother.

“He’d go to the dog room, and I’d head to the cats. Then, I came in one day and saw two puppies lying on a blanket. We begged our parents for one. We brought Pombe home and I was cured. I may still be cautious around animals, but I’m still very confident.”

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around them. I will say, to this day, she has still never pet our Chihuahua.”

The Varnville resident believes her daughter’s fear began when she was in the womb.

“I’ve often thought that the yappy Pomeranians that we had when I was pregnant with my daughter caused her fears,” Roberts says.

This theory may sound viable, however it can’t be proven, says Bridget Williamson, OB-GYN at the Medical University of South Carolina’s East Cooper Women’s Center.

“Babies can hear sounds in the womb and that’s a fact,” she says. “We know that they can recognize their mother’s voice and their sibling’s voice, however sounds have never been known to cause fear. There just aren’t a large number of children who are afraid of animals to know exactly what causes the reasoning behind it.”

Doctors are not sure what exactly causes

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Taking a Bite out of Crime: The Charleston County Canine Unit

by Ryan Nelson

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Deputy S.P. James’s K-9 Savage relaxes.

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hen you pass them on the street, you can’t see them behind their car’s dark-tinted windows but occasionally you can hear them. They’ve done everything from detect drugs in cars to tracking suspects. Their favorite reward? A dog toy and a rub behind the ear.

The Charleston County Canine Unit has been helping solve crimes since 1984.

These specially trained dogs are paired with handlers of the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office to do everything from track and apprehend suspects, conduct article searches to find items like handguns or drugs thrown from cars and smell for a wide variety of narcotics. The unit consists of six deputy handlers along with Sgt. James Brennan and Lt. Allan Williams, who heads up the unit and is head trainer.

Deputy Shawn James joined the unit in January 2010 and was paired with his now 3-year-old German Shepherd, Savage.

“These dogs come home with us every day. They’re socialized around our family. It’s almost like having another child,” James says.

Most of the handlers are paired with German Shepherds, but the unit also has one Belgian Malinois and a Bloodhound.

All of these multi-purpose canines come from the Czech Republic and work at least 40 hours a week with their handler.

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“These dogs do so many things we as people can’t do. If there’s narcotics in the car, they can smell it, which gives us probable cause to search the car.

Also they’re great to have when you go somewhere where there’s a large, unruly crowd. When you show up with one dog, the crowd quickly disperses,” Brennan says.

The average life span of the dogs is 12 to 14 years but they are only worked until PHOTO BY ANDY PARAS age 9. During those years, they become ster Patrol Officer David Tharp trains new K-9 officer, Panzer, last year in Charleston Master so close to their handler and often save their lives more than once. “These dogs’ Charleston. confidence level is amazing. They don’t back down to anything. Recently we were working to find a stolen car suspect with a sawed-off shotgun who ran. The dog did an article search and not only found the shotgun but also a quarter pound of marijuana. I’d take a four-legged partner over a two-legged one any day,” James says.

The K-9 Unit is often called on from other agencies and jurisdictions around the state to assist in solving crimes. Each year, the unit ensures that its dogs maintain the national standard and receive certification and training. But even after PHOTO PROVIDED all that hard work, they only want one Deputy Moniz with K-9 Zeus during apprehension work. thing.

The “bad guy” is assaulting Deputy Moniz during this train“These dogs just want to please you and ing.

The bite provides some protection, but the decoy can they are toy driven. Savage’s favorite toy still feel the pressure and almost always gets bruised. is a Kong,” James says, an easy gift to give to a partner who works like a dog.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 17, 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M. • EXCHANGE PARK, LADSON

Ongoing throughout the day

1–2 p.m.

Presented outside by the Charleston County Sheriffs Department

Bring rover on his best attire for a chance to win a prize! Judges: Laura Gough, Dave Williams, Rebecca Ryan.

Charleston County K9 Unit

Horsein’ Around

Presented outside by the Marsh Tacky Association

11–11:30 a.m.

Lowcountry Paws Costume Contest

2–3 p.m.

It’s a Toy Toss!

Bring your hamsters, gerbils and turtles and watch them race to glory!

Frisbees, tennis balls and sticks, oh my! It’s time to show off your pet’s fetching skills. Outside the Exhibit Hall. Judges: Shannon Brigham, Tom Clifford and Kelly G.

11:30 a.m.–noon

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Presented by Palmetto Animal Assisted Life Services (PAALS)

A contest for every fur-buddy!

Presented by Kay Hyman of the Charleston Animal Society. Judges: Gary Giffin, T.J. Phillips, Natalie Caula.

Fast, Furry, & Furious Small Pet Races

Meet PAALS! A Therapy Dog Demonstration

Noon–12:30 p.m.

Meet the Pet Docs!

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Introducing Baby

Making sure all of your family members – including fur children – are happy

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by Melissa Baloglu

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here’s a baby on the way! What’s next?

Not only does your pet have to get used to the idea that there will be a new person in the home, but also needs to know that he or she will no longer be the No. 1 priority.

“It is important to prepare your pet long before the baby comes home,” says Dr. Brock Saul, DVM, of Southside Animal Hospital.

Because your baby will require a lot of your attention, your pet needs to know things are going to change. New rules should be set in place.

“Owners can’t just assume that their pet is going to know that it needs to act differently,” Saul says.

Setting new rules and playing

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recordings of sounds can help adjust your pet for the new environment.

Saul offers these suggestions to help adjust your pet to your new child. He teaches classes on this topic at Roper St. Francis. For more information visit southsideanimalhospital.org

Establish new rules

It is important to start preparing a minimum of six weeks before your baby is due. Small changes can help a great deal. Pets need to know aheadof-time it is not acceptable to jump on you or the couch. Installing pet gates also can help so your pet knows its restrictions.

Introduce pet to baby objects Pets need to get accustomed to the new furniture, toys, sounds and smells

that are about to surround them.

Pets should be taught that some toys belong to them and some belong to the baby. Playing sounds of a baby crying or cooing can help as well.

Medical check-ups

One main task new parents should take is to make sure their pets are caught up on all annual medical check-ups and healthcare needs. It is important they take heartworm and flea/tick preventative.

Baby’s arrival

When you arrive home from the hospital, your pet will be very excited to see you and will be full of energy because you’ve been away from home.

Ask a friend or family member go play

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with your dog and wear him out before you get home from the hospital and also take him for a walk right when you get home so you can get settled in with the baby.

“A tired dog is a good dog,” Saul says.

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Tails are Wagging for this Purr-fect Event to Save Lives

by Ryan Nelson

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f you’ve been thinking about adding a furry or feathered friend to your family, Saturday’s Lowcountry Paws & Claws Pet Expo will have something for everyone.

Thanks to the efforts of local organization, Humane Net, animal groups and shelters are coming together to have more than 150 cats, dogs, kittens, puppies and exotic animals available for adoption.

Humane Net is a collaborative group consisting of The Charleston Animal Society, Doc Williams SPCA, Frances Willis SPCA, Lowcountry Animal Rescue, Pet Helpers and other local rescues, whose mission is to work together to promote responsible pet ownership, serve as an advocate for the welfare of animals and educate the public about the importance of spaying and neutering.

For many of these animals, this event is a last chance to find their fur-ever home.

“Animals are dying every day in the Lowcountry,” says Pearl Sutton of the Charleston Animal Society and

Humane Net vice president. “There’s not enough homes for them. By adopting from a shelter or rescue, you get an animal that is already vaccinated, spayed/neutered, heart worm tested and has all the necessary medical requirements done. And you are saving a life and helping the shelters and rescues at the same time.”

According to the ASPCA, five out of 10 dogs in shelters and seven out of 10 cats in shelters are destroyed simply because there is no one to adopt them. Without help from the community, these numbers will continue to rise in the Lowcountry.

“Often, people will point fingers at shelters and say we are killing animals. But we didn’t create the problem of overpopulation. This isn’t just a shelter problem, it’s our community’s problem. And we need our community to be behind us to help save lives,” Sutton says.

Besides adopting from a shelter or rescue, spaying/neutering your pet is crucial to controlling the pet population, according to Sutton. Unfortunately, only 10

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Continued from page 18 percent of the animals received by shelters have been spayed or neutered.

“We offer many options for low cost or free spaying and neutering and even offer free spaying and neutering to all North Charleston residents. Even if you don’t live in that area, we will find a way to help you.”

So there’s no time like the present, to give a shelter animal the best present of all -- a second chance at life.

For more on Humane Net visit www.humanenet.org.

If you or someone you know needs spay/neuter assistance contact spayneuter@humanenet.org.

Did you know?

Approximately 5 million to 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year, and approximately 3 million to 4 million are euthanized.

25 percent of dogs who enter local shelters are purebred.

The average number of litters a fertile dog produces is one per year; average number of puppies is four to six.

About 75 million dogs and about 85 million cats are owned in the United States.

The cost of spaying and neutering a pet is less than the cost of raising puppies or kittens for one year.

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Pet Protector: Badge of Honor

Every day approximately 15 dogs and cats die in Charleston County from a preventable condition – overpopulation. No other disease or condition of companion animals takes as many lives as euthanasia. In fact, no other disease comes close.

Charleston Animal Society and Pet Helpers have come together to form the Pet Protector program, which addresses the important issue of having pets fixed in the Charleston area. A Pet Protector is someone who brings their pet to Charleston Animal Society or Pet Helpers for the spay or neuter procedure and then passes the word along to family and friends to do the same.

As a part of the Pet Protector Program, when pet owners bring a pet to be spayed or neutered, they receive a flat fixed rate of $50 for the procedure on a dog, puppy, cat or kitten. They also receive the Pet Protector Savings booklet, which contains valuable coupons and deals from area retailers for food, grooming, toys and other pet products.

Isn’t there more to preventing the overpopulation of animals than spaying or neutering pets?

By following three easy steps, our community can win the war against overpopulation.

Spay or neuter your pets.

Not only does spaying or neutering help your pets live longer and healthier lives, it also prevents unwanted litters from overcrowding animal shelters, leading to euthanasia.

• Neutered cats are less likely to spray and mark territory.

• Spaying a female dog or cat eliminates its heat cycle, curbing nervous behavior.

• Spayed and neutered pets are less likely to bite.

• Spayed and neutered dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives.

• Spaying female dogs and cats eliminates the possibility of uterine or ovarian cancer and greatly reduces the incidence of breast cancer.

• Neutering male dogs and cats reduces the incidence of some types of cancers.

• We often hear that “fixed dogs won’t hunt.”

This is a common myth. In both males and females, no clinical or on-the-ground evidence exists to suggest that neutering changes hunting skill, drive, stamina or scenting ability. Along with proven health benefits, neutered dogs are often -- though not always -- a bit more mellow and less prone to hormonal or mating-related distractions, which can lead to greater stability and consistency in the field.

Adopt, don’t buy.

Every time a dog or cat is allowed to breed and those puppies and kittens are purchased or given away, it takes homes away from the pets in shelters.

A common myth is that people take animals to shelters because they have behavior or health problems. Most animals are taken to shelters because people simply cannot keep them anymore. This can be for a variety of reasons, from financial hardship to a move that forces them to give up their pet.

Every day, dogs and cats are adopted from shelters and become wonderful lifelong companions. While shelters do get some animals

that need special homes or some behavior modification, shelter staff work with them to address issues, giving them a second chance at a loving home.

For those who prefer a purebred pet, approximately 25 percent of pets in shelters are purebred.

The important thing to remember when deciding whether or not to go to a shelter for your next pet is that shelters have a wide variety of animals from which to choose. The population is always changing. If you don’t find one you want the first time you visit, keep checking back.

Seek veterinarian care and advice for your pets.

Many pet problems, whether behavioral or medical, are preventable, just like with people.

Veterinarians, along with their staff, have tons of experience successfully treating medical and behavior issues with pets.

One of the most important decisions you’ll make as a pet guardian is finding a quality health care provider for your furry friend. Selecting the right veterinarian is a personal decision, but you’ll want to choose a practice that offers the highest available standard of care.

We cannot adopt, nor spay/neuter, our way out of this problem. If we want to stop the tragedy of overpopulation and the thousands of deaths it leads to every year in Charleston County, we need Pet Protectors to take action.

For more information on the Pet Protector program, please visit charlestonanimalsociety.org or pethelpers.org.

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