Connecticut Dog magazine Fall 2022

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(Prayed on Thursdays)

The Third Glorious Mystery: Descent of the Holy Spirit - Love of God (Acts 2:4)

THE SIGN OF THE CROSS

The Fourth Sorrowful Mystery: Carrying of the CrossPatience (John 19:17)

The Fifth Luminous Mystery: Institution of the Eucha rist - Adoration (Luke 22:19-20)

(Prayed on Mondays and Saturdays, and optional on Sundays during Advent and Christmas seasons)

The Fourth Glorious Mystery: The Assumption - Grace of a Happy Death (Judith 15:9-10)

Prayers of the Rosary:

I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was cruci fied, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

HailHAILAmen.MARYMary,full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope, to thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears; turn, then, most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary! Pray for us, O holy Mother of God, that we may be

The Joyful Mysteries

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

How to Pray the Rosary:

The Second Joyful Mystery: The Visitation - Love of Neighbor (Luke 1:41-42)

Our Father, who art in heaven; hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil.

The Glorious Mysteries

made worthy of the promises of Christ.

The First Joyful Mystery: The Annunciation - Humility (Luke 1:28)

The Third Luminous Mystery: Proclaiming the King dom - Repentance and Trust in God (Matthew 10:7-8)

The Third Sorrowful Mystery: Crowning with ThornsCourage (Matthew 27:28-29)

(Prayed on Tuesdays and Fridays, and optional on Sundays during Lent)

The Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion - Perse verance (Luke 23:46)

The Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation - Obedi ence (Luke 2:22-23)

The Fifth Joyful Mystery: Finding the Child Jesus in the Temple - Joy in Finding Jesus (Luke 2:46)

The Luminous Mysteries

The Second Sorrowful Mystery: The Scourging at the Pillar - Purity (John 19:1)

OUR FATHER

The Fourth Luminous Mystery: Transfiguration - Desire for Holiness (Luke 9:29, 35)

Pray the Rosary Every Day

9. After completing the five decades, pray the “Hail, Holy Queen” prayer.

The Second Luminous Mystery: Wedding at Cana - To Jesus Through Mary (John 2:5-7)

THE APOSTLES’ CREED

The First Glorious Mystery: The Resurrection - Faith (Mark 16:6)

HAIL, HOLY QUEEN

1. Make the sign of the Cross and say the “Apostles’ 2.Creed.”Saythe “Our Father” prayer.

When saying the rosary, there are four mysteries that you can reflect upon: The Joyful Mysteries, The Luminous Mysteries, The Sorrowful Mysteries and The Glorious Mysteries. Each of these mysteries contain five mysteries, one for each of the five decades on the rosary. A bible passage is also available to help you reflect upon every mystery. Depending on the season, there are suggested days to pray the mysteries. Each mystery contains a Fruit of the Mystery, which are virtues associated with each of the mysteries.

The Second Glorious Mystery: The Ascension - Hope (Mark 16:19)

3. Say the “Hail Mary” prayer, three times.

The Fifth Glorious Mystery: The Coronation - Trust in Mary’s Intercession (Revelation 12:1)

4. Say the “Glory Be to the Father.”

The Sorrowful Mysteries

The First Luminous Mystery: Baptism of Jesus - Open ness to the Holy Spirit (Matthew 3:16-17)

The First Sorrowful Mystery: The Agony in the Garden - Sorrow for Sin (Luke 22:44-45)

5. Announce the First Mystery, then say the “Our 6.Father.Sayten “Hail Mary” prayers while meditating on the 7.Mystery.Say“Glory Be to the Father.” After each decade say the following prayer requested by the Blessed Virgin Mary at Fatima: “Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy Mercy.”

8. Announce the Second Mystery, then say the “Our Father” and repeat 6 and 7 and continue with the remaining Third, Fourth, and Fifth Mysteries in the same manner.

The Third Joyful Mystery: The Birth of Jesus - Poverty in Spirit (Luke 2:7)

(Prayed on Wednesdays and Sundays)

GLORY BE TO THE FATHER Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

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Blessing of Animals

Prayer for Animals

Profile of Saint Francis of Assisi

St. Francis was born in Assisi, Italy around 1181 or 1182. He was born into a wealthy family of a cloth merchant. During his youth, Francis lived a privileged life full of wealth. He had a kind and generous nature that was full of joy and people loved him. Being raised with such wealth, Francis was carefree. Francis became a soldier for a short time and was taken into prison for almost a year. Then he became ill. It wasn’t long after that Francis made a spiritual change that inspired him to abandon all of his possessions and family’s wealth so that he could devote his life to God.

Connecticut Dog is published quarterly: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. Guidelines for submissions are available upon request. Visit publisher@ConnecticutDog.comGlastonbury,Connecticutforwww.ConnecticutDog.commoredetails.DogP.O.Box28CT06033FoundersMelissaRobertsSusanRobertsOwner,Publisher,ArtDirectorMelissaRobertsAssistantEditorAmeliaMaeRobertsProductionManagerDavidLansaDLGraphicDesign,LLC.design@ConnecticutDog.comContributingWritersAmandaCaronRosalieDeFeoJaclynGartnerAmySosciaContributingPhotographersTracyBrownAmandaCaronMaxEnglandAnastasiaFrecciaAthenianGreekGinaLetourneauAshleyMassimoMelissaRobertsCoverDog:

“We are all creatures of one family.”

He lived a life of good deeds and generosity towards the poor and the sick. He gave every thing he had to the poor and in turn lived in extreme poverty amongst beggars. He took care of lepers. He was compassionate and had so much love for all living things and all of God’s creatures and of what God created. He was known to have a special connection with the environment and with animals. Francis treated all living beings as either a brother or Francissister.

once went to a church where Christ asked him to repair His church. Because Francis went to serve the poor, Francis’s father questioned him. It was at this time that Francis renounced his inheritance. He went to Rome and received permission in 1209 to start a new religious order known as the Franciscans.

God, our Heavenly Father, You created the world to serve humanity’s needs and to lead them to you. By our own fault, we have lost the beautiful relationship which we once had with all your creation. Help us to see that by restoring our relationship with you, we will also restore it with all your Creation. Give us the grace to see all animals as gifts from you and to treat them with respect for they are your creation. We pray for all animals who are suffering as a result of our neglect. May the order you originally established be once again restored to the whole world through the interces sion of the Glorious Virgin Mary, the prayers of St. Francis, and the merits of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you now and forever. Amen. (from various sources) in the Vatican City animals of all kinds are brought for a blessing. The ceremony takes place each year on January 17th cel ebrating the Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot, the patron of all livestock farmers and the protector of animals. The Italian Association of Farmers (AIA) has a traditional yearly exhibition at St. Peter’s Square. During this time farmers bring their animals such as cows, horses, rabbits, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, hens, mules, dogs, cats and geese. Roman citizens will also bring their pets to attend this mass and blessing. The AIA provides free check ups for pets by the associations own veterinarians on the day of the celebration.

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Francis died on October 4, 1226 in Italy and shortly after his death was canonized by Pope Gregory ThroughoutIX. the world, October 4th marks the celebration and feast day for Saint Francis of Assisi. This day is celebrated with a traditional Blessing of Animals.

“Those who will exclude any of God’s creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity will deal likewise with their fellow man.” – St. Francis of Assisi

– St. Francis of Assisi

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The adoptable cover dog is King. King is avail able for adoption through The Simon Foundation located in Bloomfield, CT. The Photo Credit for the cover dog is The Simon Foundation.

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The dog park is proudly named The Bert & Harry Subkowsky Bark Park in honor of former

Under the direction of Ed Clark, the WDLA is currently pursuing the funding and approval of a water fountain feed into the park for the en joyment of the dog visitors. Written by: Rosalie DeFeo

Get Ready for Diamonds 2022!

Text and image provided by Jaclyn Gartner

Depot Dog, located in Washington Depot, CT is a boutique store commit ted to providing the best quality nutrition and products for dogs & cats and the humans who love them. Newly expanded, Depot Dog will now feature a bakery, unique locally sourced items, as well as a large assortment of apparel, beds, toys & treats. 619 0430 Titus Road, Washington Depot,

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The Wallingford Dog Lovers Association (WDLA) met with Bikers Against Animal Cru elty Inc, (B.A.A.C.) a 501(c)(3) non-profit orga nization at the Bert & Harry Subkowsky Bark Park in an effort to help dog owners with respon sible pet ownership. Educational and informa tional lawn signs were placed within the park. Pet ownership is a large responsibility and having a safe place to exercise your dog and have informa tion offered to whoever would need it can only benefit both the owner as well as the dog. The Bark Park is located at 355 Quinnipiac St, Wall ingford and is so beautiful and well maintained, B.A.A.C. members will certainly be visiting this little oasis with their pooches very often! Formed in September 2012, WDLA of Wallingford, CT is a small group of volunteers that perform main tenance, hold fun dog events, and raise funds for the dog park.

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Happy

Join Happily Furever After Rescue for Bark in the Park on September 24th 2022 from 11am4pm at Bennett Park in Bethel, CT. This special event will be honoring the founder’s dog, Tyler, and what would have been his 8th birthday. Sadly Tyler, who was featured in Connecticut Dog magazine in August 2020, lost his battle to cancer this past December. He was a true inspi ration and there is no better way to celebrate his legacy than with a big rescue party in his honor!

Join the pets virtually for the 2022 Diamonds in the Ruff gala show to celebrate happy tails of the past year and save lives of animals who will soon be at the Connecticut Humane Soci ety’s doors! This year’s virtual celebration show is scheduled for Thursday, November 10 at 6:30 pm on Zoom.

Paw Packs are coming back, and will be available for purchase online October 17 – November 4. And don’t forget the fun virtual silent auction, November 10 – 12.

In Honor of Tyler…

Mark Semaru, the founder of WDLA, took it upon himself to look for volunteers within the town of Wallingford that shared his passion for dogs to build a dog park. Volunteers joined forc es with Mark to design the park, establish the park rules, fund-raise, advocate with Wallingford Park and Rec to bring this park to fruition, and continue in Mark’s memory.

town residents Alberta and Harry Subkowsky. Their children, Robert and Donna, graciously donated a generous sum of money in memory of their parents. This contribution went directly to the purchase and installation of the fence around the dog park which was the most important item needed in the development of the dog park.

Have questions? Would you like to sponsor or donate an auction item? Please contact Priscilla Clark, Development Manager, pclark@cthumane.org.

COMMUNITY Depot Dog

This pet friendly event will feature over 20 vendors, food trucks, lawn games, live band, a dog agility course, a raffle and activities for the whole family to enjoy! It is free to attend but donations are appreciated and all funds raised will directly benefit the animals at Happily Furever After Rescue.

Bark Park in Wallingford

How to Enter Your Dog

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The winner will receive a feature article and a professional photo shoot from a local photographer. The photographer will take pictures for the front cover of Connecticut Dog which will run on our Winter 2022 issue. The photographer will take additional pictures for the article that will be written about your dog for that same Winter 2022 issue. Finally, the winner will receive a 1-year subscription of the magazine.

Visit www.ConnecticutDog.com to vote. All votes must be made on our website only. We encourage readers, family and friends to vote once a day. If multiple votes come in from the same IP address within a 24-hour period, the votes will only be counted as one. Although likes are not counted as votes, we still en courage readers to like pictures of the finalists on our social media. Connecticut Dog reserves the right to change these rules at any time. We ask that readers be respectful. Any inappropriate comments or photographs will be deleted and removed from all sites.

Winner will be notified by October 26, 2022

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CoverContestWinner:TONKA See page 12 for more information A lifestyle magazine and directory for Connecticut pet ownersWINTER 2020 LEARNMOREABOUTPOSITIVEREINFORCEMENTTRAININGDIYPROJECT:HOLIDAYLIGHT BARKING FOR LOCAL PETLOCALSUPPORTDIRECTORYYOURBUSINESSESSeepage19 Congratulations to our 2021 Cover Contest Winston Learn all about Winston on page 5 A lifestyle magazine and directory for Connecticut petWinterowners2021-2022SEEOUR PET ANIMALYOURDIRECTORYLOCALRESCUES&SHELTERSCataractsinDogs Fall 2022 | Connecticut Dog • 7

November / December 2019 HELLO DAISY! CONTESTCOVERWINNER A lifestyle magazine and directory for Connecticut pet owners 5 WAYSTO TELL IF YOUR PETISFORFOODSTHANKSGIVINGSAFEGUIDE&OVERWEIGHT2NDANNUALDOGGIEDAYCAREOVERNIGHTYOURDOG Connecticut Dog, LLC you grant Mae Media, LLC, Connecticut Dog, its parent company, subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, and licenses the use of your name, hometown, and state. Connecticut Dog, LLC has the right to use that image any way we see fit. We reserve the right to reproduce, publish, modify, edit, and distribute the material in any manner or appropriate place. Connecticut Dog, LLC is able to have copyright and publicity rights to the images. By sending your photograph you are allowing Connecticut Dog, LLC the use of the image in various forms of social and print media. If you do not wish Connecticut Dog, LLC to these rights, it’s sug gested that you do not submit your photograph for this contest. Connecticut Dog will be able to remove the photograph in print or social media at its discretion, We may contact you via phone, email, or mail regarding your

Finalists will be chosen and notified shortly after. The online voting period runs from October 10, 2022 - October 24, 2022

Cover Contest submission. If you enter and live outside of the magazine’s distribution and/or within the state be redeemed within 7 days of the winner’s notification date. If the winner cannot comply, the second runner

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of Connecticut then your entry will be terminated. If your dog is selected as a winner, the prize package must

You may only enter your dog once. To enter, visit www.ConnecticutDog.com to upload a headshot of your dog. Photographs must be a minimum of 300 dpi. Only one photograph per entry, so send us your absolute best! Please do not mail any photographs. Every entry must be made through our website. Due to mail volume, we regret that we cannot acknowledge the receipt of the submis sions made. However, we will let you know if your dog was selected as a finalist. All images must be uploaded no later than September 30, 2022. When submit ting your dog’s photograph, please be sure to include your dog’s name, your full name, telephone number with the area code, address, and email. Your entry must include the required information in order for your dog to be entered. You must be a Connecticut resident and currently living in Connecticut to enter the contest.

Contest Dates & Deadlines

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Chester Fairgrounds, www.homewardboundct.orgChester

Bark in the Park

Ledyard C.H.A.I.N. has a program for kids called “The Buddy Program” which encourages kids to take on different fundraising projects to raise money that will help pets in our community. Well, Emily and Natalie did just that by opening a Lemonade Stand and selling a lot of lemonade! These two girls raised $250 and donated it to the medical fund for the shelter pets at the Ledyard Animal Control! They received a certificate of appreciation for their hard work. Article provided by Ledyard C.H.A.I.N.

Stratford Animal Rescue Society Fall Fest October 2, 2022

Can Use Your Help!

11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mill River Park, www.luckydogrefuge.comStamford

Pup Fest & Pup Parade October 1, 2022

October 30, 2022

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

September 24, 2022

6:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Danbury Town Park, 203-894-6455Danbury

Rose Hope Rescue (Waterbury)

Connecticut Valley Brewing, South www.ctvalleybrewing.comWindsor

October 15, 2022

Howl & Prowl

your local event calendar

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Greenwich Common Park, www.ppwpet.comGreenwich

COMMUNITY

St. Francis Episcopal Church, www.episcopalct.orgStamford

Putt Fore Paws

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wadawanuck Square, 860-980-3558Stonington

September 17 & 18, 2022

Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, www.adoptadog.orgGreenwich

Adoption Event

Connecticut Valley Brewing, South www.ctvalleybrewing.comWindsor

Danbury Animal Welfare Society Gala September 17, 2022

Amber Room Colonnade, Danbury www.daws.org

The Buddy Program

October 1, 2022

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Paradise Green, www.stratfordanimalrescue.orgStratford

Blessing of the Animals October 4, 2022 5:30 p.m. Enfield Congregational, Enfield 860-745-3646

Volunteers needed to clean up after the kittens and cats on Thursday and Friday morning for just 1 - 2 hours before noon. If you are interested, please call Hannah at Visit203-597-1236theirWeekly

October 24, 2022 9:30 a.m.

The Redding Country Club, Redding www.daws.org

Santa Paws

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Miles for a Mission Race September 25, 2022

Howl’ween October 30, 2022

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bennett Park, Bethel

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wadawanuck Square, 860-980-3558Stonington

Canines for Cancer Care October 2, 2022 11:00 a.m. Brooklyn Fairgrounds, www.daykimball.org/caninesBrooklyn

Volunteers Needed

November 27, 2022

The Chester Dog Fair

Pets in the Park October 9, 2022

Puttin’ on the Dog September 18, 2022

Stop by to adopt a kitten or a cat. The adoption event is held every Saturday from 12:00p.m. - 3:00p.m. at Petco in Waterbury, near the mall.

Luckypawlooza

Pup Fest & Pup Parade

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Be sure to provide enough resources. This in cludes resting places, toys and enrichment to support all pets in your home.

If you are still searching to find the reason for conflict in your pet’s relationship, it may be time to seek the help of a professional. Contact a rep utable, trusted animal behavior professional to guide you in the right direction.

Make sure each pet has space to be alone. Some pets get easily over-stimulated so “alone” space allows them time to relax and reset. Many cats prefer to use cat trees or elevated spaces for this purpose while dogs may choose to go to another room or enclosed kennel.

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As research continues to bring new insights into the relationship between these unique species, it is important for pet owner’s to consider the difference in each animal’s perspective of living amongst one another. Creating the foundation for your pet’s relationship is the first step in find ing harmony in your home. These tips can help you get started:

Keep a routine. Inconsistent exercise, meal times and interactions can cause additional stress on your pets and their relationships.

Understanding the impact health & age has on relationships. Senior pets or pets with injury, ill ness or disease may want more time alone and less interactions.

Start introductions right. Never force your dog and cat to meet. Introductions should be slow so they have time to learn about each other. A gate or barrier can help pets to feel more secure when meeting for the first time.

Are you one of the many pet owners deal ing with conflict between your dog and cat?

Health Check. Be sure to keep up with routine health exams for your pets. A pet who is in pain or may be ill can become easily agitated. If you are noticing changes in your pet’s behavior, share this observation with your veterinarian.

By: Amanda Caron

Pay attention to interactions. Watch your pets when they are together to determine what may be causing issues.

Provide exercise. We know how important it is to offer mental and physical exercise for your pet’s overall health and happiness, additionally it plays a huge role in their relationships, too.

Since 2014, Amanda has worked to support dogs, cats and their dedicated owners through both common and complex behaviors. She is a professional cat behavior consultant and the owner of Frisky Feline Behavior Counseling LLC based out of Bristol, CT. Outside of her profession, Amanda is a part time manager of a local dog boarding / daycare facility and the Behavioral Health Specialist at a local animal shelter. She is recognized as a Shelter Behavior Affili ate through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and is a proud member of organizations such as The Pet Professional Guild and the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Photo credit: Amanda Caron

Life with Curious Canines & Frisky Felines

A guide to finding harmony in your multi - pet home

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Finding a well ventilated space is important because you do not want to breathe in the chemicals or dust. Once you find the location to work, lay down your drop cloth or newspapers to prevent the floor from paint spills. Place the bench on the work area.

f you have travelled through the Southwest or if you are a local resident then you’ve most certainly noticed the use of bright vibrant colors inside and outside of most residential homes. The use of color brings life to the various dull shades of brown that surround desert living. You can spruce things up around your home by painting a wooden bench in bold, festive and native colors. Here you will be guided through five steps for repainting a bench that will add southwestern flair to your home or garden. This DYI project is simple, easy and fun.

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If you have travelled through the southwest then you’ve most certainly noticed the use of bright vibrant colors inside and outside of most residential homes. The use of color brings life to the various dull shades of brown that surround in desert living. You can spruce things up around your home by painting a wooden bench in bold, festive and native colors. Here you will be guided through five steps for repainting a bench that will add a little bit of that southwestern flair to your home or garden. This DYI project is simple, easy and fun.

Clean the bench by taking a cloth and wiping the bench down from dust. If there’s heavier dirt, take a little bit of dish soap and water on a clean cloth and wash then rinse the bench down in the needed area.

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Decide if you want to remove the paint or leave it on. If the paint on the bench is peeling then you have a couple of choices. You can sand the bench in the affected areas where it is peeling or worn down the most, wipe the bench down, and then paint. If you choose this option you must keep in mind that when you paint the new color, traces of the old color may show through in some areas of the bench. This may be a look that you want to have. However, if the peeling paint consumes most of the bench and the bench appears to be in bad shape then using a paint stripper to remove the paint completely is a good idea. A paint stripper will be able to loosen the paint, peeling or not, for easy removal. If you choose to use a paint stripper then be sure to wear the proper gloves, face mask, and follow the instructions on the container. Use a spatula to scrape away the paint and a clean cloth to wipe the area down. Either way, having a smooth surface is critical to having a well-painted bench so it may be necessary to use the sandpaper to smooth down any rough surface areas that the bench currently has. Be sure to wipe the bench down after using sandpaper.

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Keep dogs away from the area you plan to work in. According to the ASPCA, waterbased paints are non-toxic and can cause gastrointestinal upset if consumed in small amounts. However, some paint may contain lead that can seriously affect your dog’s health. Paint remover has dangerous toxins and solvents. If your dog inhales, has had these items splash in the eye area, or ingests any of these things you must call or contact your veterinarian immediately. Your dog’s health can be jeopardized.

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Once your bench has completely dried, move it to where you want the bench to be placed. Clean up after your mess. Be sure you clean the paint brush, throw away any newspaper used or shake out the drop cloth, seal up the paint remover and/or paint well, put all items away in a safe area, sweep and clean up any dust or mess that is left on the floor.

It’s time to paint. Use even brush strokes when applying the paint. Paint in the same direction as the grain of the wood. You may need to apply a second or third coat depending on the look you are trying to achieve. If you decide to paint in multiple coats, make sure that the coat you painted dries before applying another coat.

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Located in the far northwest corner is the Grand Canyon. Here the Colorado River runs through the very heart of the canyon. It’s an extremely popular place with many tourists. Take some time and actively get to know the Grand Canyon and all it’s glory.

Located in the far southwest corner of Arizona is mainly desert land with a highway route that that stretches out to the southern California border. Within in its perimeters is the Tohono O’odham Indian Reservation, one of the largest in the country. This is a wonderful wildlife area and it’s another perfect spot for birders.

Located in the far west central part of Arizona is the popular Lake Havasu. This is a large reservoir that shares the other side of the lake with California. It’s a refresh ing vacation getaway for those living in the desert. People enjoy boating, camping, fishing, swimming, and water sports on the lake.

Phoenix is the state’s capital and is centered in the middle of the state. This is a beautiful, spread out city consisting of a variety of neighborhoods, communities and people. Surrounding Phoenix are many cities that are consistently expanding, accommodating the steady growth of the many people who have been relocating to the area. Scottsdale is a well known posh destination located east of Phoenix. Geographically, to the far east of Phoenix is a beautiful mountain range filled with many little towns and it’s a sought out area for camping and outdoor life. In the far west, outside of the Phoenix metro area, it is essentially composed of dry, flat land. North of the Phoenix metro area is a mountain range hosting a few small towns and to the south you’ll find more open land and small towns.

Arizona has a very vast and diverse geography with deserts, farms, flatlands, grasslands, plateaus, canyons, valleys and mountains.

Located in the far northeast is the Four Corners Monument, where four states meet. These states are Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah. This is most known as a place where you can stand in all four states at once. It’s a popular place to go but be aware that there are a lot of stray dogs in the area. It’s a great place to meet your new best friend.

The north center of the state provides an amazing ski slopes in the Flagstaff area. Slightly south in the town of Sedona, you’ll find beautiful red rock landscapes and a spiritual mecca known for it’s powerful healing source of energy in the vortexes.

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Tucson is a super cool city just short of a 2-hour drive south of Phoe nix. Weather here is typically a little cooler than up in the Phoenix valley and metro area. This small city is upscale but in a down to earth sort of way. Tucson is completely surrounded by mountain ranges. To the east you have the Rincon Mountains, to the west are the Tucson Mountains, to the northwest are the Tortolita Mountains, in the north and northeast are the Santa Catalina Mountains, and to the south and southeast are the Santa Rita Mountains. Two hours south of Tucson is the border to Mexico and not much further out are the beaches in far southeast corner of the state is Cochise County. Here, you’ll find grass lands, mountain ranges and some farming communities. A few must see towns are Bisbee, Sierra Vista and Tombstone. The major highway here takes you into southern New Mexico.

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straight, this luxurious full-service resort is the perfect getaway for adults and children but espe cially for your four-legged best friend.

marked paths just in Oro Valley. There’s no need to bring your bike, the resort fee includes a twohour bike rental per day. Finally, the unlimited hiking trails surrounding the area are not to be missed. Although the views alone are definitely worth taking a self-guided hike, the birding is above exceptional.

Just as there are a number of ways to be active, there are a variety of ways that you can relax. Grab a towel and cool off at one of the three pools or take a hot tub and cold plunge dip. Be sure to pamper yourself at the on-site spa facility, Spawell. Perfect for any guest looking to relax, the

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El Conquistador Tucson

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For the active at heart, the resort provides guests a variety of activities that change weekly. Noted as one of the most stunning golf resorts in southern Arizona, the three exceptional courses accom modates all levels of play. If tennis is more your game, you’ll be impressed as the resort ranked among the top ten tennis resorts in the country. With thanks to the fantastic Tucson weather, guests can enjoy year-round tennis. For those who like to bike, there’s more than 30 miles of

Escape to the foothills of the magnificent Santa Catalina Mountains where stun ning views of the natural desert wild life, centered within the Sonoran Desert, take hold of your heart. Here in southern Arizona is where the all encompassing mountains, beauti ful wildflowers, cacti, palm trees and sunsets in tertwine together to bring you that deep-rooted southwestern culture you’ve been searching for. Sprawled across a 50-acre property, this desert playground is where the El Conquistador Tuc son, A Hilton Resort allows you to actively relax during your stay. Awarded with the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Destination for 39 years

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We are thrilled to be launching 2 new programs later this fall that will be sure to get a 5-Paw review! Stay tuned for our VIPet program that includes amenities sure to please to more discriminating canine and Pet Of Honor which includes some super paw-some ways to include that oh-so-special pet on that oh-so-special day!

El Conquistador Tucson, we regard our furry friends as very special parts of our families. Inasmuch, we are constantly looking for ways to integrate and welcome them to the resort and make them part of the purpose of the stay.

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full day or even by the hour. Your kids will surely make some memorable experiences during their vacation stay.

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“The El Conquistador Tucson is Furbaby Friendly. Your dog will dig what this resort has to offer.”

spa offers a variety of services along with a private adult-only pool, stream room, movement studio and salt therapy lounge. Just before dusk, grab a drink and relax to the live, soothing sounds of a Native American flute player.

Children between the ages of 4 – 12 will have a blast being a part of the El Con Kids Club, which provides recreational activities for half day,

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Enjoy an authentically southwest culinary experi ence with only the freshest locally sourced ingre dients that are used at all of the resort’s five din ing venues. Your meal can be savored by dining indoors or outdoors, with the backdrop of the breathtaking mountains always in view. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, you’ll be pleased with the variety of options for food and drinks. For vegetarian or vegan diets, the restaurants offer a truly delightful southwestern cuisine experience.

At El Conquistador Tucson we love our furry friends!

As a proud member of the Hilton family, the El Conquistador Tucson is Furbaby Friendly. Your dog will dig what this resort has to offer. Upon checking in, your pet will receive specially made, freshly baked dog treats. Pet beds and water bowls are available for guests to use during their stay. Aside from the gorgeous walking grounds at the resort, within just a short drive is the off-leash James D. Kriegh Dog Park. Water and muttmitts for clean up are available at the park. Please come be a part of the gingerbread house unveil ing, which will take place in December as well as a snoopy dog house theme to celebrate the resort’s 40th anniversary. This is a once in a lifetime mo ment that you won’t want to miss! To make reser vations, please contact the resort directly.

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delicious food and drink ever imagined, immerse yourself in one of the resort’s six spectacular pools and then pamper yourself at their extraordinary

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There’s really no reason you would have to leave the resort with the on property stores that are available, which can provide you some things you would like to indulge in as well as any necessities you may have forgotten. However yet, you may want to take some time to step away and enjoy some of the area’s most sought out of ferings such as: being amongst the abundant wildlife at the Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve, browse the distinc tive art galleries within Old Town Scottsdale, take a tour at Frank Lloyd Wright’s summer home at Taliesin West, visit to one of the many art museums throughout Scottsdale, stroll through the Desert Botanical Garden and then shop at some of the

level TPC golf courses that are beckoning you to knock a ball straight down the fairway.

The Fairmont Scottsdale Prin cess is recognized as the lon gest running AAA Five Dia mond resort in all of Arizona and their five award-winning restaurants and bars are not to be missed. After you indulge yourself in the most amazing and

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world-renowned Well & Being Spa. As if that’s not enough, the resort offers two championship

The iconic and luxurious Fairmont Scottsdale Princess sits nestled within the heart of Arizona’s Sonoran Desert. Tucked away at the foot of a magnificent mountain range, where the cacti and palm trees coincide, this incredible southwestern resort provides a peaceful es cape from the daily hustle and bustle of everyday city living. Come soak up the abundant sunshine and blue skies then sojourn under the endless twinkling stars on a tranquil night as your desert oasis is waiting for your arrival.

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sumptuous and desert meet one anoth er with eleven distinct styled rooms that are taste fully decorated and designed to bring the natural desert elements and ambiance into your indoor living area. Calm, soothing desert colors and hues are the central essence of all guest rooms, creating a most relaxing retreat. Just knowing that at the end of the day, when retiring to your

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Meanwhile, kids will have a blast being a part of the Trailblazers Kids Club which provides children that are 5 – 12 years of age with daily ac tivities and games such as dodgeball, 3D simulators, creating crafty crafts, cooking up solar oven s’mores, daily group activities, sports, life-size game of Pac-Man, virtual reality games, basketball, catch and release fishing, and by meeting desert ani mals like the resident desert tortoise

To make reservations, please contact the Fair mont Scottsdale Princess. Ask about their spe cial offers and seasonal events. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess also offers meeting spaces and can assist you with any celebrations you would like to inquire about.

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“We are all creatures of one family.” – St. Francis of Assisi

He lived a life of good deeds and generosity towards the poor and the sick. He gave every thing he had to the poor and in turn lived in extreme poverty amongst beggars. He took care of lepers. He was compassionate and had so much love for all living things and all of God’s creatures and of what God created. He was known to have a special connection with the environment and with animals. Francis treated all living beings as either a brother or Francissister.

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“Those who will exclude any of God’s creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity will deal likewise with their fellow man.”

St. Francis was born in Assisi, Italy around 1181 or 1182. He was born into a wealthy family of a cloth merchant. During his youth, Francis lived a privileged life full of wealth. He had a kind and generous nature that was full of joy and people loved him. Being raised with such wealth, Francis was carefree. Francis became a soldier for a short time and was taken into prison for almost a year. Then he became ill. It wasn’t long after that Francis made a spiritual change that inspired him to abandon all of his possessions and family’s wealth so that he could devote his life to God.

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Francis died on October 4, 1226 in Italy and shortly after his death was canonized by Pope Gregory ThroughoutIX. the world, October 4th marks the celebration and feast day for Saint Francis of Assisi. This day is celebrated with a traditional Blessing of Animals.

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once went to a church where Christ asked him to repair His church. Because Francis went to serve the poor, Francis’s father questioned him. It was at this time that Francis renounced his inheritance. He went to Rome and received permission in 1209 to start a new religious order known as the Franciscans.

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our Heavenly Father, You created the world to serve humanity’s needs and to lead them to you. By our own fault, we have lost the beautiful relationship which we once had with all your creation. Help us to see that by restoring our relationship with you, we will also restore it with all your Creation. Give us the grace to see all animals as gifts from you and to treat them with respect for they are your creation. We pray for all animals who are suffering as a result of our neglect. May the order you originally established be once again restored to the whole world through the interces sion of the Glorious Virgin Mary, the prayers of St. Francis, and the merits of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you now and forever. Amen. (from various sources)

Each year in the Vatican City animals of all kinds are brought for a blessing. The ceremony takes place each year on January 17th cel ebrating the Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot, the patron of all livestock farmers and the protector of animals. The Italian Association of Farmers (AIA) has a traditional yearly exhibition at St. Peter’s Square. During this time farmers bring their animals such as cows, horses, rabbits, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, hens, mules, dogs, cats and geese. Roman citizens will also bring their pets to attend this mass and blessing. The AIA provides free check ups for pets by the associations own veterinarians on the day of the celebration.

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and Bark Inn, located in Wilton, was founded in 2014 by Raz and Maria Farinas as a result of their great love of fostering and rescuing dogs as well as to create an “alternative” to typical boarding and daycare facilities.

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Having 12 rescue dogs of their own presented a problem when the Farinas family went away. For some of their dogs, boarding would prove extremely stressful as it is for many dogs. The idea was to create a home-like, cage free, safe environment with lots of out door space to run and play most of the day and for the dogs to be able to sleep in comfy beds or couches at night.

Call Camp Bow Wow to schedule your interview. You can contact them at 860-580-9395 or at https://www.campbow wow.com/bloomfield/. Camp Bow Wow also loves to provide tours of their building. You can call to schedule a tour or just show up! See the Bloomfield Camp Bow Wow ad on page 15. The attached picture is our management team, Tori Levitan, Alyza Ayala, Eli Banavige, and David Mello with July camper of the month, Gunny. Photo Credit: Gina Letourneau

Bone and Bark Inn is set on a gorgeous historical property that is peaceful and safe. They cater to dogs of all breeds and personalities. See the Bone and Bark Inn ad on page 11. Photo Credit: Bone and Bark Inn.

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Bow Wow Bloomfield provides a variety of ser vices, including doggy daycare, overnight boarding, enrichment, bathing, and more. It has both indoor and outdoor play areas, 82 spacious cabins with comfy cots, four luxury suites, a climate-controlled atmosphere, and live camper cams for pet parents. Camp Bow Wow Bloomfield is located at 122 West Dudley Town Road in Bloomfield, Con

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Located in beautiful Litchfield County, here at Happy Hound Daycare we aim to provide a happy and safe environment for dogs of all sizes. Your dog can enjoy our spacious indoor/ outdoor play area of 4,000 square feet. Daycare satisfies a dog’s inher ent pack nature. Happy Hound Daycare provides your dog with play throughout the day so they can express normal dog behaviors. Which will naturally improve their social skills with both dogs & humans, Increase their confidence, and improve their quality of life through regular exercise and stimulation instead of boredom. Happy Hound Daycare dogs benefit from a structured routine that provides confidence building, good socialization, and an improved quality of life all within a loving and caring environment. This also helps with separation anxiety because dogs are naturally pack animals. To keep dogs healthy and at their best we are Dog First Aid/CPR Certified. Your pet’s health, overall wellness and happiness matters most to us. See the Happy Hound Day care ad on page 3. Photo Credit: Happy Hound Daycare

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Dog Daycare is an established facility in Tor rington, CT offering daycare and boarding services to your loving pups! We offer a large daycare area, an outside run for bathroom use, and an open floor concept for boarding. We do not kennel dogs during the day. Dogs have the access and ability to run and play inside and outside all day long because here at Dolly’s Dog Daycare, your dog play and rest at heir own choice. Our daycare has a UV air purifier to help prevent viruses. If your furry friends stay the night at Dolly’s, they will be able to relax in a large, roomie kennel with 24-hour supervision. We offer limited grooming services, too! If you are interested in a tour, or have questions, feel free to stop in and our staff will be more than happy to show you around. We hope you come join the fun! See the Dolly’s Dog Daycare ad on page 23. Photo Credit: Dolly’s Daycare

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Treat your furry family member to Durham’s “five-paw hotel” at Larkin’s Run. Serving clients across Durham and Shoreline, CT, we offer pet boarding, grooming, and train ing for all pets. Our team of dedicated and experienced professionals is committed to making your pet’s stay a wonderful one.

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2001, our family-owned and operated business has been trusted across Durham and Shoreline to deliver exceptional care and service for your pets. We proudly serve and care for dogs, cats, and other small animals. Our team is highly hands-on and goes the extra mile for your furry friends.

on 5-acres of pastoral farmland and rolling foothills, Kessler Kennel Farms provides a ranch-like setting ideal for your pet’s long or short-term stay and daycare. Centrally located less than 10 minutes from Bradley International Airport, our facility provides a clean, comfortable and nurturing environ ment designed specifically with your pet’s enjoyment and wellbeing in mind. New owners Lindsay and Kurt Rinaldi now oversee the kennel operations while Eric and Deb Kessler live on the prem ises and keep a safe eye on the property during all hours. Dogs can have fun and enjoy a fully enclosed 2-acre pasture with many separate grassy play areas, and an enclosed pea-stone play area without the use of pesticides or herbicides and all-organic fertiliz ers throughout the farm. The indoor area is climate controlled with fully insulated indoor kennels along with a crating area containing small, medium and large crates. Kessler Kennel Farms promotes peace, love and paws! See the Kessler Kennel Farms ad on page 9.

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Lazy Dog our staff strives to treat your fur-baby like a member of our family. Our groomers are ready to offer a fear free and low stress experience. We offer cage free services upon request and are open to your creative and specific grooming ideas, while keeping the needs of your baby our top priority. Walk in nail clippings/grinding are always welcome between the hours of 8am and 2pm. We also offer doggy daycare with separate large and small indoor and outside play yards, as well as local dog walking services at the comfort of your own neighborhood. Stop in and say hello Monday through Friday 6:30am-5pm and Saturday 7am-4pm. See the Lazy Dog Daycare ad on page 15. Photo Credit: Athalina Greek

Our Adult and Puppy Daycare provides safe, stimulating and supervised socialization for dog. Your busy schedule may not allow you time to exercise and socialize your pup, let My Dog’s Place daycare staff help give your pup the extra attention they need. See the My Dog’s Place ad on page 3.

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Dog’s Place is located in Southeastern Connecticut, with facilities in Stonington and East Lyme. Offering daycare, train ing classes, and activities for dogs and their humans. Private, in-home training and consultations for all types of behavioral issues are also provided. We are a fully licensed and insured facility teaching through ALL positive reinforcement methods and leadership training since 1996. This type of training fosters a relationship of understanding and trust, helping you become your dog’s confident trustworthy leader, giving you a lifetime of mutual enjoyment. Say yes to ethical training methods by choosing us !

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opened, What a Ruff Life provides Doggy Daycare and Lodging in Newington. Our daycare is a fun and safe environment for dogs to play, frolic and receive lots of TLC. There’s an indoor play area, outdoor play area with secured privacy fence and constant supervision by qualified staff. Our lodging offers a safe and comfortable overnight place of rest while each dog is provided with an individual indoor cabana. Staff oversees that dogs are fed, walked, and cared for to ensure a healthy and happy stay. We also offer self-wash stations because we know that baths at home can be ruff. Use our self-wash stations to keep your dog clean and skip the mess at home. We provide shampoo, conditioner, towels, and dryer. Grooming services will be available in the future. We have special event packages available, so come celebrate your pooch’s special occasion with us! See the ad for What a Ruff Life Doggy Daycare & Lodging on page 23. Photo Credit: What a Ruff Life Doggy Daycare & Lodging

lanet Bark opened its doors in June 2004, and has been providing exceptional dog boarding and daycare services to West Hartford and its neighboring communities for almost 20 years. We combine our programs so that dogs boarding at Planet Bark are a part of our supervised daycare playgroups. Planet Bark of fers a variety of boarding room sizes and styles, and both indoor play (2000 square feet) and outdoor play (2400 square feet) areas. Our boarding and indoor play areas are climate controlled. Our outdoor play areas offer shaded areas under our canopy or trees, and feature an artificial turf surface, which is safer for your dogs and easier to clean. Planet Bark offers a separate play area for smaller dogs. Basic Grooming services such as baths and nail trims are available to Planet Bark customers. See the Planet Bark ad on page 11. Photo Credit: Planet Bark

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All The Kings Horses Equine Rescue is an animal welfare organization incorporated in the State of Con necticut. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of equines in need. Since 2010 we have saved over 125 equines. Many of our saves come from owner surrenders in our state of CT. We have been a resource to residents in our state who had to give up their equines due to financial restraints, untimely deaths and illness. We also work hand in hand with the CT Department of Agriculture taking in horses from active investigations and seized horses due to abuse and neglect within the state.

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In 2020, we partnered with the Ethan Miller Song Foundation and in 2021 this partnership expanded to include Soul Friends. Soul Friends provides innova tive clinical and educational programs that promote the healing benefits of the human-animal bond. We are currently providing individual equine assisted psy chotherapy and grant funded group therapy.

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So many of our local rescue organizations and animal shelters are overwhelmed with home less dogs that need to find their forever families. This great need is, in many ways, due to the large number of returned pets from animal adoptions that took place at the start of covid-19. People are moving, going back to work, taking vacations, losing their jobs, suffering from either financial and/or medical hardships along with a variety of other reasons causing the uptick in returned dogs to shelters across our state. The combination of the many new dogs routinely coming into the shelters, along with the overwhelming animal surrenders, our local animal shelters and rescue organizations depend greatly on the generosity, love and sup port from volunteers, donators, and adopters.

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To bring awareness about this matter to our pet communities, this issue contains information about some of these animal shelters and rescue organizations. With thanks to the support of dog loving local business owners, Connecticut Dog has put together this editorial feature that will continue to be included in each issue of the magazine going forward where these and ad ditional animal welfare facilities will be featured.

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All the Kings Horses Equine Rescue

In 2020, we partnered with the Ethan Miller Song Foundation and in 2021 this partnership expanded to include Soul Friends. Soul Friends provides innova tive clinical and educational programs that promote the healing benefits of the human-animal bond. We are currently providing individual equine assisted psy chotherapy and grant funded group therapy.

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As you turn through the following pages, please be mindful of the animal shelters and rescue organizations located within your own community and think about ways that you can help make a difference in the lives of abandoned, abused, neglected and homeless animals.

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Lilly, a 31 lb. 3-year-old beagle mix is in need of a committed adopter willing to come to DAWS several times to get to know her before she goes home. Lilly needs an experienced dog owner who will give consistency to her routine so she can enjoy home life. We recommend an adult-only home for Lilly and no apartment/condo living. LILLY

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Zoe is the sweetest 7-year old pitbull/lab mix. She loves cuddling with everyone, going on walks in the woods, and being hand fed treats. Zoe needs a home without other animals and small children. If you are interested in this sweet girl, please apply at valleyshoreanimalwelfareleague.org and we will reach out with further details.

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We encourage you to please adopt these past cover dogs that have been at the shelter or rescue for far too long. If you adopt any one of these dogs, Connecticut Dog wants to know so that we can provide an exclusive feature adoption story about you, your family and your new pup!

the New Haven Animal Shelter

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Daisy, a pit bull terrier, is around 5-years old. She loves playing with toys, especially balls, enjoys going on walks and would love a new home soon. She needs to go to a home without DAISYcats.

Elle

Featured on our Spring 2022 issue, Brutus is still available through the Woodbridge Animal Control located at 135 Bradley Road in Woodbridge, CT. Their phone number is (203) 389-5991. You can also email them at woodbridgeanimalcontrol@gmail.com. Cover Photographer: Ashley Massimo

Dottie is an 8-year old Boxer/ Staffie mix. Poor sweet Dottie was adopted by CT Animal House when she was a youngster. She lived happily with her mom and dad for many years, and was a comfort to her veteran dad as a PTSD dog. Sadly both of her adopt ers passed away within months of one another. Of course we took her back. Dottie is best as your one and only. Older kids please. Loves car rides! ctanimalhouse.orgCTDOTTIEAnimalHouse•860-271-1361

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Featured in our Summer 2022 edition, Butter Pecan is still available for adoption. For interest in learning more about Butter Pecan, please contact the Animal Welfare Society located at 8 Dodd Road in New Milford, CT. Their phone number is 860-354-1350. Visit their website at www.aws-shelter.org.

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Featured on our Fall 2021 issue, Elle is still avail able through Lucky Dog Refuge located at 36 Pu laski Street in Stamford, CT. Their phone number is (203) 434-1402. Please visit their website if you are interested in adopting Elle. www.luckydogrefuge. com Cover Photographer: Anastasia Freccia

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Marshall was surrendered by a family who didn’t have time for him. He now goes hiking, swimming, and kayaking with his veterinarian pet parent.

Spike was surrendered because his owner wasn’t home enough. His new Pet Mom trained him to become a Therapy Dog to visit hospitals and nursing homes.

Baily’s owner passed away suddenly. Her new family takes her for long walks at the beach.

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Westies

The West Highland White Terrier Society of CT

For more information about the breed, the Westie Society of CT, or if you are interested in adopting a rescued Westie, please visit our web site: www.westiesocietyofct.org. Photos provided by The West Highland Terrier Society of CT.

Duffy grew up on a farm. After his owner moved to a nursing home, he was adopted by a fur-ever family that lives on a farm.

rescue program screens each rescue dog, pro vides necessary medical treatment and spaying or neutering, as well as ensuring vaccinations are current. The rescue Westie is also evaluated for behavioral issues to ensure a good fit with pro spective pet parents.

The West Highland White Terrier, commonly known as the Westie, originated in Scotland and was bred to hunt rodents. Westies are a lot of dog in a small package. These solid little white dogs typically weigh between 13 to 22 pounds when fully grown. They have coal-black eyes and noses, pointed ears and short, upswept carrot-shaped tails, and walk with an unmistakable swagger, ex uding an abundance of confidence. They are also quite intelligent.

Snowman, Meika, & Gilligan (aka The 3 Amigos) were surrendered by three different owners due to family changes. They now all live together with Pet Parents who spoil them.

Max’s owner passed away. He’s blind and now lives with two other Westies who show him the way.

lovers who gather with their dogs for fun, social ization, breed education, guidance and support. The society promotes responsible dog ownership and healthcare through workshops, field trips, Westie-related activities, social media, and its newsletter, The Bagpiper.

The West Highland White Terrier Society of CT, Inc. (WHWTSOC, Inc.) is a group of Westie

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WHWTSOC, Inc., established in 1996, is a 501 c3 organization with an active rescue program. We find fur-ever homes for Westies whose own ers become ill or pass away, or for people who discover they’re not well-suited to life with a Westie and need to surrender their dog. Our

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