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Rescue Highlight
FEATURES
8 Animal House Project Helping pets and people starts at home. Through Animal House Project, families are kept together through free and low-cost services to keep pets at home and out of shelters. BY SAMANTHA ST.CLAIR
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DEPARTMENTS
Dressage at Devon Learn about Dressage at Devon, an upper-level dressage and breed class show. Complete with vendors, good food, and an unmatched atmosphere, it’s fun for the whole family!
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BY SAMANTHA ST.CLAIR
Letter From the Editor Tips Quick facts about animals including the new permanent relief area inside Philadelphia’s airport, and getting to know your rabbit
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Events Local events from September-November, 2018
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Meet the Breed Azawakh
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Seasonal Fall pet tips and facts
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Community Interview with Lauren Kaplan, owner of Pet Imagery
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Rescue Highlight Le Cat Cafe
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Special Pet Hospice
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Health Cat Arthritis
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Nutrition Your Pet’s Food
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Pet Services Information on various local businesses
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Ask the Expert Duncan Equine Dental Services
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Information Pet Resources and contact information
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Chester County Cat Hospital Our goal is to keep your feline in purrfect health!
We are devoted to providing your cat with compassionate care and the highest quality medical services. Established in 1997, the hospital was designed to minimize stresses that can interfere with healing and your cat's general well being.
Practice Exclusively for Felines
Chester County Cat Hospital
108 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19382 (610) 701-MEOW (6369) www.cccathospital.com
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The Source for Pet and Animal Information in THE DELAWARE VALLEY, PA
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ATTENDING LOCAL EVENTS WELCOME TO THE SECOND EDITION OF DELAWARE VALLEY PET! We are beyond thrilled to be a part of this fantastic community and want to highlight something that we find important - events! There is nothing that says community more than what you can see at events when hundreds, sometimes thousands, of pet lovers come together. Seeing all the pets, interacting with fellow pet enthusiasts, and admiring the competitions, vendors, and demonstrations make for a wonderful time out. It’s also worthwhile to note that many of these events donate proceeds to good causes, so by attending, you support the community. One organization that partakes in many events throughout the year is our main feature, the Animal House Project! Because our area is rich in pet-focused organizations, we happen to have some of the most significant events in the nation in our area. To begin is one of my favorites, the National Dog Show presented by The Kennel Club of Philadelphia. If you watch the annual dog show on television over the Thanksgiving weekend, imagine being there. While the broadcast displays the top dogs of the show, you cannot fully appreciate all of the behind the scenes action without attending it yourself. The National Dog Show is one of the oldest and only remaining benched dog shows. Being a benched show means dogs are required to stay at their assigned “bench” while they are not showing, which allows spectators to see over 150 breeds and varieties of dogs up close and personal. Breeders and handlers are available to talk about their dogs, which makes this event perfect if you are interested in learning more about particular breeds, or perhaps finding one you’ve never seen before! Another outstanding show this fall for all of our horse fans is Dressage at Devon. We talk more about it in our secondary feature, but it is one I will be trying out this year. I am personally excited for the breed classes so I can appreciate the beauty of some rare breeds such as the Akhal-Teke. Feeling the energy of the crowds during the dressage competitions and watching some of the best teams perform their routines is also something to look forward to when kicking off the fall season. We want to encourage all of you to try something new this fall. If you haven’t been to one of the events listed on our events page before, try it! You never know what friends you may make this year while enjoying the festivities. Please let us know your favorite activities throughout the year - we would love to feature our readers’ favorites on our event page! As usual, thank you for your continued support and enjoy the fall edition of Delaware Valley Pet.
Samantha St.Clair editor@delawarevalleypet.com
Throughout our magazine you’ll find informative bubbles.
HELPFUL TIP
THE NEON TETRA IS OFTEN DESCRIBED AS THE JEWEL OF TROPICAL FISHES. FALL 2018
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TipS to Tails Photo courtesy of Philadelphia Internation Airport
Quick Facts About Pets
New Permanent Animal Relief Area Available Inside PHL
A new permanent facility for travelers with service dogs as well as for passengers with emotional support animals and small pets has opened in Philadelphia International Airport. The permanent Animal Relief Area is open near Gate D3. Approximately 90 square feet, it has a built-in basin with plumbing for easy wash downs by the owner, a faux fire hydrant, doggie waste bags, waste receptacle, hand washing station, and exterior waiting bench with device charging receptacles.
Did You Know? Our country’s first commander in chief, George Washington, was a dog lover who owned a wide range of breeds and gave his pooches colorful names, including Sweet Lips, Madame Moose, Drunkard, Cornwallis, Vulcan, Truelove, and Ragman.
Additional permanent areas with the same features are planned. The Terminal E service animal relief area will open in late 2019 and others in Terminals A-West, B and C will open in 2020. source: Philadelphia International Airport / phl.org
As far as talking birds go, there is one species that stands out among the rest
HORSES CARRY MORE WEIGHT on their front end, so loading them in a stock or slant load trailer may cause more of the weight to be on the left side of the trailer. Since the roads are crowned left to right to facilitate water drainage, having weight on the left side could add stability on roads banked to the right side. Horses are usually led to the left so it is easier and safer to have them face left. source: Horse Guru
The Cat Headbutt:
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR RABBIT... M Spend time together alone. Rabbits can easily be startled or overwhelmed by the noise and movement of multiple people. M Open the rabbit hutch at floor level. M Let your rabbit come to you. M Offer a treat. M Be patient. M Hold off on touching. M Repeat this process daily.
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#1 African Grey Parrot — is widely considered as the smartest talking parrot in the world. These birds have developed the ability to mimic the sounds of human speech and different animals and accrue vocabularies of up to 1000 words or more. They can be trained easily and get very attached to owners.
One classic way that a feline may attempt to “kiss” a human is by head butting them. The headbutting (also known as “bunting”) behavior can also be taken as a sign of love. Cats communicate with us using body language, and if a cat headbutts you, it’s your cat’s way of communicating with you and showing affection. Cats carry scent glands in a number of places including on the sides of their faces, the pads of their paws, and their tails. So, when your cat rubs against your face and gives you a gentle headbutt, they are leaving their scent on you.
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+ EVENTS
Events NATIONAL DOG SHOW
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WITH LOVE: SUPER ADOPTION DAY 2018! CITIZENS FOR A NO-KILL PHILADELPHIA Commons at Schmidt’s 1001 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia phillynokill.org
GOLF 4 PETS OUTING MONTGOMERY COUNTY SPCA - PA Talamore Country Club 723 Talamore Drive, Ambler montgomerycountyspca.org
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CPL'S OPEN HOUSE & COW BINGO CANINE PARTNERS FOR LIFE 334 Faggs Manor Road, Cochranville k94life.org
PET CONNECTIONS EXPO 2018! PETCONEXPO.COM Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue, Oaks petconexpo.com
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POTTSTOWN PET FAIR ANNUAL POTTSTOWN PET FAIR Pottstown Memorial Park 5 W. King Street, Pottstown facebook.com/funforyourpets
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TEE UP FOR TAILS: THIRD ANNUAL GOLF OUTING WOMEN’S HUMANE SOCIETY Talamore Country Club 723 Talamore Drive, Ambler womenshumanesociety.org
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30TH ANNUAL FORGET-ME-NOT GALA BRANDYWINE VALLEY SPCA Mendenhall Inn Rt. 52, Mendenhall bvspca.org/gala
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DRESSAGE AT DEVON DEVON HORSE SHOW AND COUNTRY FAIR 23 Dorset Road, Devon dressageatdevon.org
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NATIONAL DOG SHOW CHARITY WALK THE KENNEL CLUB OF PHILADELPHIA Wilson Farm Park 500 Lee Road, Wayne ndscharitywalk.eventbrite.com
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12 ANNUAL PAWS MUTT STRUT PHILADELPHIA ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (PAWS) The Navy Yard 4500 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia phillypaws.org
BARK IN THE PARK DOG WALK/5K RUN 2018 PROVIDENCE ANIMAL CENTER Rose Tree Park 1671 N. Providence Road, Media providenceac.org
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GRAN FONDO CYCLING MAIN LINE ANIMAL RESCUE Pickering Meade Farm 1149 Pike Springs Road, Phoenixville mlar.org
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BARKTOBERFEST J & CO DOG RESCUE Cannstatter Volksfest Verein 9130 Academy Road, Philadelphia jandcorescue.weebly.com
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BARK FOR LIFE OF WISSAHICKON VALLEY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Militia Hill Area Lot #1, Fort Washington main.acsevents.org
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BARK & WHINE GALA PENNSYLVANIA SPCA 5000 South Broad Street, Philadelphia pspca.org/barkwhine
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NATIONAL DOG SHOW THE KENNEL CLUB OF PHILADELPHIA Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue, Oaks nds.nationaldogshow.com
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Animal House Project Keeping pets at home
HE SEASON OF GIVING IS UPON US, AND THERE IS NO greater gift a pet lover can give to another pet parent than the gift of being able to keep their beloved four-legged family member. No matter each person’s history, home, or current financial status, one key factor pet parents share is their dedication and devotion to their companion animals.
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Animal House Project is a 501c3 organization that came to fruition when it was realized that one of the main reasons people surrender their animals is due to costs of care. “Our mission is to keep companion pets at home and out of shelters and rescues,” MaryBeth Yannessa, current President of Animal House Project said. “We try to spread the word as much as possible because we don’t want people to lose their animals over money. Many times when people make the difficult decision to surrender their pet, they don’t realize that not every pet surrendered to a shelter makes it to adoption.” Roughly half of the pets that enter American shelters never find a new home, and over a million of those surrendered are due to their owners’ financial struggles. “There are options, and we need shelters and rescues to understand that asking why an individual is surrendering their pet is very important. If it’s due to financial troubles, there is help available.” Animal House Project strives to educate shelters to ask people this question over the phone upon the first interaction so that people are aware of their options in advance. "By the time people bring their animals to the shelter, they have already begun the process of detaching from them. It's vital they never have to go through that difficult process to begin." Animal House Project’s primary focus is on providing food for pets ranging from dogs and cats to lizards, guinea pigs, rabbits, and fish. However, ensuring good health and the prevention of overpopulation is another goal. “We work with The Spayed Club to help people get their animals altered and vaccinated at affordable prices.” Additionally, the organization provides flea and tick medication at nominal costs as well as general items like toys and beds.
written by Samantha St.Clair photographed by Samantha St.Clair
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“Our mission is to keep companion pets at home and out of shelters and rescues,” MaryBeth Yannessa, President of Animal House Project said. “We try to spread the word as much as possible because we don’t want people to lose their animals over money.”
Animal House Project is run entirely by volunteers with no paid staff, except for Yoshi, the program’s mascot, who receives hotdogs, hamburgers, and treats for his hard work at events.
If someone must give up their pet, the team is there to assist them in placing their beloved family member. “I have seen people who have had to surrender their animals due to unforeseen and unfortunate events,” MaryBeth said. “It is not easy for these people. That is why we will do everything we can to ensure pets stay with their families where they belong.” Their Stories On the first Saturday of every month, the Animal House Project facility in Pottstown fills with people from across eastern Berks, Chester, and western Montgomery counties. Their ages, type of pets, and stories vary from one another, but the one characteristic they all have in common is their incredible love for their pets. After speaking with a few of these fellow pet lovers, it was apparent the impact Animal House Project was having. People were happy because they were getting to keep their friends who are a substantial source of comfort and joy in trying times. “People need to realize who they are supporting when they donate to us,” MaryBeth said. “They are not supporting people who aren’t trying. They are supporting military veterans, those who are hard workers who
lost their jobs or fell on difficult times, and people with medical situations who must choose between getting their medications or feeding their pets. These individuals will always put their pets first.” Other clients include single parents who can not afford everything on a single income, people who have lost their husbands or wives and can no longer support their animals on top of themselves, and seniors who cannot work but have each day brightened by the companionship of their animals. If anything, these people who would otherwise struggle to hold onto their pets need them the most. “It makes you appreciate what you have when you realize what others are going through.” How You Can Help Animal House Project supports over 1,600 families, totaling to upwards of 4,000 pets fed per month. “Since we feed any animal, we will take food donations for everything. If you have leftover food from food trial and error with your sensitive pet, we will take it,” MaryBeth explained. “If you have lost a pet, we take all food and supplies. It has helped some of our donors to know that someone will gain something out of their loss.” Animal House Project will take items
including beds, toys, and bowls. “We do not waste anything that comes in our doors. Everything gets put to use.” Monetary donations are also hugely important due to the organization’s cost of operations including rental trucks, insurance, pest control, rent, and utilities. “Plastic bags are also in need for us to repackage food,” MaryBeth noted. The organization takes care to ensure all donations are going to people who genuinely need it. All pets in the program must be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines, and part of the family. “We want donated items and food to go to people who include their pets as part of the family.” Animal House Project is part of various events throughout the year, which are perfect for attending to learn more and donate in fun ways. Events such as the “No Fleas” Market, Sproutfest, and Barktoberfest make for great opportunities to meet the team. For more information, call (484) 558-0467 or visit animalhouseproject.org. By working together, we can make pets remain with their people and out of shelters.
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+ MEET THE BREED
Azawakh A regal and rare sighthound
IF YOU ARE FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO spot an Azawakh in person, you’ll want to stop and stare at their beautiful form and unique build. A breed originating from West Africa, they have an elegant and athletic composure, built for dynamic working skills such as hunting, guarding, and providing companionship. The breed’s loyal demeanor and strong work ethic haven’t changed since coming to the United States in the 1980s. In 2019, the Azawakh will be added to the AKC’s hound group. The breed comes in all colors and patterns, with brindle and reds being more common. If you are curious about the Azawakh’s thin build, do not worry, they possess smooth muscles, which leave them looking leaner than many companion dogs. With their deep chest, short bodies, and long legs, these dogs were made for long days in the desert. There is a lot Azawakh owners love about the breed. Training them is fairly easy, as they are intelligent dogs. Because bonding with these sensitive dogs is so important, positive reinforcement is the way to go. When you take a positive training approach, there are no limitations on where you can go with this special breed as they excel in a multitude of sports including lure coursing, agility, and obedience. An endurance runner, they are also excellent hiking and running companions. Exercise is important for them, but they can live in any environment so long as they have an outing or playtime regularly. It’s needless to say, you won’t see many of these hounds walking around and that could be in part because they require a special owner who can look past their aloof personalities. Azawakhs are
devoted and protective of their family, which calls for early socialization if you’re looking for a hound you can take out and about. Even well socialized, this breed isn’t going to be one to greet everyone and be a social butterfly. They will, however, gladly take over your home and heart as they want nothing more than to spend their lives with their family. Because they are so trusting and connected to their home life, rehoming them is not easy, which means if you plan to get an Azawakh, keeping them for life is a must. It also makes going on vacations difficult unless you make sure you can take them with you or leave them with someone they trust. While they are not an easy breed to obtain, and will not fit into every home, the Azawakh is a true gem in the dog breed world. They may not be for everyone, but everyone who opens their heart to them is a fan for life.
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Information provided by Aliya with two of her Azawakhs, Auhainah and Tera.
THIS BREED IS INDEPENDENT AND DEEPLY AFFECTIONATE AND A RARE GEM IN THE BREED WORLD.
Dressage at Devon A premier fall horse show
written by Samantha St.Clair | photography provided by Dressage at Devon
AS TEMPERATURES BEGIN TO COOL, the competition in the Delaware Valley heats up. Dressage at Devon has provided high-class entertainment during the fall season since 1975. Featuring upper-level dressage performances, breed shows, and good food and vendors, if you visit once, you’ll undoubtedly want to make Dressage at Devon an annual trip for the whole family. ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL Dressage at Devon attracts competitors from across the nation. “We are an upper-level dressage event, so people can expect to see riders all the way up to Olympic level skill sets,” Lori Kaminski, President of Dressage at Devon explained. “There’s a lot to enjoy as a spectator and a lot to learn for those at all stages of their dressage careers.” So what is dressage? Dressage is a sport that began with military maneuvers and later evolved into defined tests that permit competition from an even playing field. What was once used as strategic movements to improve military outcomes, has transformed into beautiful displays that translate to the horse and rider team dancing. “It’s very artistic and technical,” Lori explained. “It scores similar to figure skating, except you are performing with a 1,200-1,400 pound partner.” Dressage includes five national and four international levels, each increasing in difficulty. While any horse has the potential to do basic dressage, it takes a truly magnificent horse and rider to rise to the top levels. The competition doesn’t end there, in fact, it begins with the breed division shows early in the week. The breed division is a United States Dressage Federation program where foals through horses up to six years are shown in hand for conformation and movement. “Handlers will walk and trot the horse while the judge determines the best examples of the sport horse standard,” Lori explained. “It is the largest open breed show in the world, and there are some of the most wonderful foals you’ll ever see.” Breeds range from the Akhal-Teke and Arabian to the Hanoverian and Lusitano. New this year is a pony division. When it comes to information, the shows are packed with resources and plenty to learn. “If you’re learning how to better your riding, this is the perfect venue. Not only can you watch accomplished teams perform, but we also have Dressage with the Experts, where you can purchase a personal receiver and listen to exactly what the judges are scoring the performers on.” The breed division show includes 23 individual breed classes on Tuesday. “You can see more horses in a short time here than anywhere else in the US,” Lori said. “It’s a great way for people who are looking to get their first horse to learn more about the breeds.”
you haven’t been to a horse show before,” Lori said. Musical freestyle has the same poetic beauty of dressage, with the added excitement of moves choreographed to music. Friday night’s Grand Prix and further musical freestyle competitions on Sunday are also very popular. While horses are the main attraction, the event gives spectators more than incredible athletic performances. Vendors have items for horse owners, horse lovers, and those looking to get a head start on their Christmas shopping. “There’s pottery, clothing, items for your pets, and many more interesting and varied products,” Lori said. There are also plenty of food vendors, with Dressage at Devon being noted as having the best food on the show circuit in past years. With over 300 horses in the breed division and 250 in the performance division anticipated to enter this year’s competition, Dressage at Devon is something you won’t want to miss. “If you’ve never been to this event, I highly encourage you to attend so you can feel the vibe of this show,” Lori said. “This is far and beyond what people anticipate, and it’s something you will remember and make a tradition for years to come.”
FUN FOR EVERYONE Dressage at Devon is well known for having friendly staff, outgoing attendees, and an electric atmosphere. “There is nothing quite like the feeling of attending our shows,” Lori said. “You feel the electric energy coming off the competitors and the audience. It’s something special.” Anyone can have fun enjoying the competitions, even if you know nothing about horses. Once you sit down, relax, and focus on the entertainment, chances are you’ll become a lifetime fan. “I highly recommend attending Saturday night’s musical freestyle event if
The show takes place September 25-30 at the Devon Horse Show Grounds in Devon, PA. For information visit dressageatdevon.org.
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Fall Top Ten Halloween Pet Costumes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Pumpkin Hot Dog Dog/Lion/Pirate Bumble Bee Devil Batman Character Ghost Cat Witch Star Wars Character
Source: NRF's Annual Halloween Spending Survey, conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics
Not So Creepy
November 1: National Cook For Your Pets Day A day meant to focus on improving nutrition in pet food. Some items can be “cooked” and others given fresh. Try to maintain as much nutritional value as possible. Foods to consider cooking for your pet include steamed green beans (or keep frozen as a treat), zucchini, baby carrots, steamed or boiled peas, broccoli, corn, baked fish, chicken, other lean meats, cooked potatoes or sweet potatoes.
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Rats have a bad reputation and are often portrayed in Halloween decorations and scary movies as frightening creatures. However, there is nothing to fear when it comes to pet rats. These little cuties are social and intelligent animals that can learn tricks and form close bonds with their owners. And, against popular belief, they are actually quite clean and sweet!
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Q&A
Lauren Kaplan Owner of Pet Imagery
DVP: What made you interested in pet photography? LK: I first became interested in pet photography after the health of our family dog, Norma, began to decline. I worked various photography jobs, but a light bulb went off in my head when Norma became sick. I wanted to take as many photos of her as I could before she passed away. I still don't think I took enough, but she was the catalyst to me starting Pet Imagery.
DVP: Do pet parents often find the process enjoyable?
LK: Oh yes! The sessions are fun, funny, memorable moments with your pets! People are so busy with their own lives; it's a wonderful experience to concentrate on just your furry family members for 2 hours. The special attention may bring out something in your pet you haven't seen - you never know! It's amazing when I'm photographing a senior cat or dog and they are the most energetic they've been in years. The owners will say things like 'I can't believe he's running like that,' which sometimes brings a tear to their eyes!
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PET IMAGERY is a Philadelphia based photography business that takes pride in capturing timeless memories of people’s beloved companions. Lauren practices patience and has enjoyed every moment of learning how to cater to each breed and species she has had the pleasure of photographing during her 11 years of experience. She lets the “magic of everyday moments happen” as she creates beautiful, individualized prints her clients will cherish forever.
DVP: Why should people hire a pet photographer?
More about LAUREN
LK: People should hire a pet photographer if they are interested in creating lasting memories out of everyday moments. I sadly photograph a great deal of terminally ill animals. The photos and experiences can be very emotional but also provide my clients with a great deal of comfort and healing. On the other end of the spectrum, it's great to have the opportunity to photograph young pets and update their photos when they are an adult. If one wants to capture these moments on something other than a cell phone, it's ideal to hire a professional, and I believe my experience and expertise in the field of pet photography speaks for itself.
M PETS: Lauren owns three rescued cats named Olympus, Omega, and Malbec. M FLEXIBLE: She works with any on-site location her clients wish to use for sessions. M ACCOMPLISHED: Pet Imagery has been voted #1 or #2 by the Philly HotList every year since 2010 with photographs in several local and national magazines. M HOBBIES: Lauren enjoys eating her mother’s baked goods, spending time on her roof deck, rooting for Philly sports teams, and attending live music events with friends and family.
DVP: Why do you enjoy working with animals? Why specialize in pets?
LK: I have always gravitated toward animals. Photographing people’s pets and the bonds they have with them is extremely rewarding for me. The animals always seem to bring out the best in me and my work. This is particularly true when I'm photographing sick or senior pets.
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Le Cat Cafe A Green Street Rescue adoption platform written by Samantha St.Clair photographed by Samantha St.Clair
+ RESCUE HIGHLIGHT
“We are about educating the public and helping people understand how to manage their local colonies better,” Kathy said. it’s a great way to see the cat’s true personality.” The cafe is open for potential adopters as well as people who need a cat fix - and who wouldn’t find joy in a room full of curious and snuggly kitties! How You Can Help “We couldn’t operate without fosters, volunteers, and businesses willing to donate their time. We don’t just need monetary donations. Skills are equally as important. From writing grants to volunteering at the cafe, or providing website skills, we have so many options for anyone who can give a little bit of time.”
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T IS NO SECRET THAT PHILADELPHIA IS HOME TO countless stray and feral felines, but thankfully, many caring city residents are turning the situation around one colony at a time. Kathy Jordan founded Green Street Rescue to better the lives of felines in Philadelphia through rescue, adoption, and TNRM (Trap, Neuter, Return, Manage) practices. “We are about educating the public and helping people understand how to manage their local colonies better,” Kathy said. When it comes to feral and stray cats, every effort, no matter how small, can improve hundreds of feline and human lives. The rescue plans to save over 500 cats throughout 2018 while continuing their efforts to reduce overpopulation. An annual increase in the number of cats rehomed is due in part to the opening of Philadelphia’s first cat cafe.
Le Cat Cafe The idea to create a cat cafe came about when adoptions were not fast enough to match the pace of intakes. Foster homes filled rapidly, and the last action Kathy wanted to take was turning cats away.
Since the cafe can only house 12 cats due to city zoning laws, the remaining rescues need loving foster homes. “I cannot stress enough how vital foster homes are for us. We trap cats two or three times a week, and they need a place to stay when we remove them from street life.” Fosters provide a loving home and basic needs while the rescue covers their veterinary costs, which makes fostering a great way to have a pet without financial stress! Visiting the cafe and attending their many events is a fun way to support Green Street Rescue’s cause. Events include Kitten Saturday, Kitty Cocktail Night, Yoga with Cats, and many others. People may also rent the venue for bridal showers, birthday parties, or other special occasions. Visit Le Cat Cafe online to learn more and view their event schedule: lecatcafe.org. If you are interested in adopting or volunteering, visit Green Street Rescue online at greenstreetrescue.org. Together, everyone can help maintain a more cat-friendly community!
“We needed to find a quicker way to get cats adopted. Since we are entirely foster based, we wanted a physical location for people to meet our cats and have positive interactions with them. I heard of cat cafes popping up in the United States and decided to go on a road trip to New York City to check one out. When we got there, we saw the line to get in going down the street.” Next, Kathy and her team flew out to California, where cat cafes originated in the United States, to learn more about operating one. “We learned that the biggest hurdle is complying with food safety laws, so we decided not to sell any food or beverages,” Kathy said. “However, we do offer free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate with admission. People are also welcome to bring food or drinks of their own when they come to relax with the cats.” Le Cat Cafe opened in March of 2016 after cat-friendly, French-inspired renovations were made to make the space perfect. “Everyone involved with renovating the building did it pro bono. This cafe was built on people’s love for Philadelphia’s cats.” That love is evident when entering the quaint cafe. Feline greeters wait eagerly for guests to pet and play with them. Plenty of toys, climbing space, and basking areas make up the interior, including a replica Eiffel tower customized with lounging space for feline inhabitants. “Our cats aren’t stuck in a small box as they would be in a shelter,” Kathy explained. “They get daily emotional and physical stimulation from our volunteers and guests. For potential adopters,
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"The rescue is easy, being ALL IN for change is where the hoof meets the road." All In Rescue is a non-profit assisting at-risk horses providing housing, care, and training to reenergize and rehome each individual horse to provide them with the best quality of life. We rescue from private homes, at risk situations as well as slaughterlines.
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+ SPECIAL
Pet Hospice
An emerging field offering end-of-life and after loss support for pets and their families
written by Kathryn Jennings, CPLP, CPFE President & Founder, Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support
NOT TOO LONG AGO, A DIFFICULT PET diagnosis or aging concerns left pet families with few options for end-of-life, pain management or emotional support. But in the last several years, with advances in palliative and mobile veterinary services, a new field has emerged—the field of pet hospice. Pet hospice is care that is focused on meeting the needs of pets and their families during the final stages of incurable disease. A compassionate hospice team including veterinary professionals and support service providers offer assistance in providing quality of life for the patient that includes palliative care and preparation for death [with or without intervention]. The hospice team’s goal is to guide pet families in making decisions about where and when to say goodbye and making final arrangements for burial or cremation. They also validate and support the emotional needs of pet caregivers and families. When quality of life can still be maintained, pet hospice offers an alternative to premature euthanasia. Choosing pet hospice Some pet families may elect to pursue treatment options throughout the course of a terminal disease such as cancer, while other families may elect not to do so for a variety of reasons such as a poor
prognosis or financial constraints. Either way, pet families have the goal in hospice to provide comfort care while they are preparing for their pet’s end-of-life experience. Providing a path of least regrets for families during decision making at this time is paramount.
care. There are veterinary studies that indicate that pets offered hospice care actually live longer even with incurable diseases. Pet families are fortunate that veterinary teams now have an enhanced opportunity to provide a better quality of life at a pet’s end-of-of life
Benefits of pet hospice care There are several benefits to offering hospice to pet families. Probably the most important, is simply education. Providing families with vital information about the progress of a pet’s illness or disease is vital to hospice care. Giving families as much information as possible as early as possible in the course of a terminal illness allows them to make informed decisions on behalf of their pets as well as determine their future care. Decisions such as when to stop treatment and when to euthanize are some of the most difficult and emotional decisions a pet’s family is faced with. Unfortunately, these tough decisions often are made during the last days of a pet’s life. Pet hospice focuses on decisions such as these ahead of time in order for a more peaceful end-of-life experience for both the pet and its family.
Support for families during hospice care On-going support during hospice care is vital for the pet’s family during their caregiving experience and anticipatory grief journey. It is important for families to be connected with support resources when they are faced with making end-oflife decisions. These resources include in-person support groups, grief counselors, online support chats and social media communities of pet families which help them cope with their anticipatory grief and give them an atmosphere of empathy, understanding and support.
In pet hospice care, the pet’s veterinary team and the family’s support team concentrate on the comfort of a pet through pain management, nutrition, and comfort
For more information on if or when pet hospice may be the right choice for you and your pet, contact Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support. Day By Day offers compassionate support to caregivers through the grief that comes before, during and after the loss of a beloved pet.
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+ H E A LT H
ARTHRITIS IS ONE OF THE MOST COMMON AILMENTS SEEN IN MIDDLE-AGED TO OLDER PETS.
Cat Arthritis Keeping your cat mobile and happy written by Rachel Stadler, VMD
FROM ROLLING, RUNNING, LEAPING high (incredible athletes!) to sleeping more, stiff, baby jumps, or worse, the dreaded urination or defecation out of the box! What is going on? Our cats are part of our family and with good care they live long lives. For senior felines, we need to think about their joints when we assess their health. Degenerative joint disease or osteoarthritis is a painful chronic condition of the joints as the soft tissue cartilage is lost over time or damaged from injury, causing bony changes resulting in pain and inflammation. It is a universal problem among species from my human back to cats in their elbows, hips, spine, and knees. In cats that are 12 years and older, ~85% experience pain from arthritis. So how do we first identify the signs? And how do we help them? Cats are subtle with clinical signs of arthritis. I find the biggest and earliest changes are moving around less and reduced jumping. Gradually, these signs become worse, and they may display more stiffness and trouble with stairs. Sometimes cats will start hiding more or some will become more clingy or cry
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out more. Please remember to discuss these changes with your veterinarian at a senior pet’s semiannual exam. Older cats will need some changes in their environment to help them with their daily life needs. Ramps and extra steps (ottoman, footstools, etc) to help them get to their favorite perches, elevated food and water bowls, a heated cat bed, and an extra litter box that is in a convenient location for them are all beneficial changes.Older cats often have conditions that lead to increased urination, and this fact combined with arthritis can lead to litter box trouble. It is time to splurge on an extra box and make sure it has at least one low side. You can fashion your own custom box by cutting down the sides of any plastic storage bin or use only the lids of these bins for an all around low-sided option. (Remember advanced age brings hearing and vision changes too, so perhaps add a night light nearby.) After environmental considerations, there are many very safe options to start treating these cats. There are therapeutic diets designed to help with mobility or weight reduction, EPA and DHA supplements
that are liquids or capsules, and many different forms of glucosamine and chondroitin supplements. There are limited studies of these various nutraceuticals in cats, but after a discussion with your vet, they should be safe to try and easy to administer. A happy cat should have a good appetite, so often I find something can be added to their food. I like the therapeutic food option since your cat will always remind you about meal time! Hippocrates knew best here: “Let food be thy medicine.” For patients with more severe joint disease, there are pain medications for cats. Do NOT give them over-the-counter medications. Please speak with your veterinarian about the safest medication for your particular cat. Every cat deserves to be comfortable.
Dr. Rachel Stadler, VMD, is a feline veterinarian located in the heart of downtown West Chester. Her hospital and staff provide specialized feline care in a quiet, safe environment. The Chester County Cat Hospital is the cat’s meow! cccathospital.com
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+ NUTRITION
Your Pet's Food
Information for your consideration written by Dr. Corrine A. Thomas, VMD
DO YOU KNOW THAT DOG & CAT FOOD companies are regulated by the USDA and that they can change the ingredients in the bag without changing the labels on the food bag? The USDA requirements are that they do not have to change the labels on the food bag unless they don’t return to the ingredients listed on the food bag every six months. This is why you can get a new bag of dog food (same brand) and your dog gets diarrhea, or their allergies flare up because the ingredients are different bag to bag. This is especially concerning if you have an animal that is allergic to something in the food and you are feeding a specific diet to prevent allergies you need to know for sure what ingredients are in the bag of food. It is also important to know that higher priced brands of dog food do not mean higher quality. Often the more expensive foods are the ones that change ingredients to keep the cost down. It is very important to talk to your veterinarian about what foods they recommend. Most places that sell dog and cat food recommend the foods that they can make the most profit from and not the best foods for the dog or cat. Always consult your veterinarian about what food to feed your pets. For exotic pets such as rabbits, Guinea pigs, chinchillas, bearded dragons, turtles, birds, etc.; it is also very important to take them to a veterinarian that specializes in exotic animals. This will make sure that
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you are feeding the right foods for that specific pet. Most places that sell these animals are not experienced in the dietary needs of each species. Once you purchase one of these exotic pets, take them to a veterinarian that specializes in these pets so you can start them on the correct diet
and necessary supplements. It is very important to see a veterinarian before your exotic pet becomes ill.
Dr. Corrine A. Thomas, VMD, is the owner of Aardvark Animal Hospital in Downingtown. aardvarkanimalhospital.com
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+ P ET S E RV I C E S
LEOPARD GECKOS HAVE MOVEABLE EYELIDS, ALLOWING THEM TO BLINK AND CLOSE THEIR EYES DURING SLEEP.
Sit and Stay Below are just a few of the many businesses in and around the Delaware Valley (PA)
BOARDING When it comes to leaving our beloved pets, only the best establishments will do.
Amber Beech Kennels 1040 Taylorsville Road Washington Crossing, PA 18977 215.493.2201 • amberbeechkennel.com Best Friends Pet Care 2000 Pioneer Road Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006 215.659.3441 bestfriendspetcare.com/willow-grove-pa/ What A Good Dog 295 Three Tun Road, Frazer, PA 19355 610.296.9243 • whatagooddoginc.com
Top 5 reasons to train your dog 1. Strengthens your relationship with your dog.
2. Training mentally stimulates your dog.
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4. Decreases behavior issues. 5. A trained dog is six times less likely to be surrendered or returned to a shelter.
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Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support PO Box 633 • Drexel Hill, PA 19026 484.453.8210 • daybydaypetsupport.com Gofus Memorials Incorporated 2015 N Charlotte Street Pottstown, PA 19464 610.323.3700 • gofusmemorialsinc.com Precious Pets Memorial Center & Crematory 703 6th Street, Braddock, PA 15104 412.351.7387 • preciouspetspgh.com
PET-FRIENDLY APARTMENT LIVING There is no shortage of wonderful pet-loving apartment communities.
CARPET CLEANERS
Stonington Farm 150 Commons Way, Doylestown, PA 18901 215.475.5526 • stoningtonfarmapts.com
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Buck Run Apartments 1126 Middle Road, Dublin, PA 18917 215.249.9347 • affiliatedmgmt.com
Metro Chem-Dry 35 Rockwood Road Newtown Square, PA 19073 610.789.4474 • metrocarpetcleaning.com
The View at Montgomery Montgomery Ave and 12th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215.423.1100 • theviewatmontgomery.com
Imperial Carpet and Upholstery 4622 N 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 215.239.4285 imperialcarpetcleaners.com
TRAINING
Oxymagic Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning 417 Winding Lane, Chalfont, PA 18914 215.709.7303 • oxymagicusa.com
Providing professional and experienced training for you and your furry family.
Positive Pooch 220 Balligomingo Road Gulph Mills, PA 19428 610.941.3687 • thepositivepooch.com
VETERINARY CARE PET MEMORIAL You can rest assured when the time comes to lay your precious pet to rest, the following services are available for you and your departed.
Black’s Livestock, Inc. The Next Pasture, Skippack, PA 19474 Private Horse Cremation 610.656.3258 • nextpasture.com
Some of the best veterinary care in the country is in our area.
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic 2250 N. Old Bethlehem Pike Quakertown, PA 18951 215.536.6245 • quakertownvetclinic.com 2nd Street Animal Hospital 966 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 215.516.7000 • 2ndstreetvet.com
+ ASK THE EXPERT
FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH! Summer Cox Photography
written by Katelyn Duncan-Testerman EDP/C
Equine dental malocclusions (misalignments between the upper/lower jaws of an equine) can be caused by continual tooth growth, genetic characteristics and/or lack of standard dental care. Various dental malocclusions include hooks, ramps, waves, stepped molars and ventral curvatures just to name a few. If issues are
not properly addressed it could prevent your equine from chewing freely which could cause excessive and incorrect tooth wear. Dropping grain, poor chewing, weight loss, loss of appetite, and discomfort during performances could all be signs your horse is in need of a dental exam. It is important to remember that not all horses may show signs and to continue annual or bi-annual exams to ensure the well being of your equine. Owner education and equine dental awareness is essential in providing the best care for your equines overall health. Equines are grazing mammals, so good dentition and the ability to masticate or chew properly is essential to survival. The power of prevention is in your hands.
For questions regarding equine dentistry or to schedule a consultation, please contact us. 717.380-3761 Duncanequinedental@hotmail.com
Summer Cox Photography
IF YOUR EQUINE COULD TALK, THEY would let you know the importance of equine dentistry and how it affects their daily lives. From young equines to geriatrics, bi-annual or annual dental exams should be in your equine’s regimen. All proper dental exams and services should always be performed by a qualified and licensed Veterinarian and/or Certified Equine Dental Provider.
THE POWER OF PREVENTION IS IN YOUR HANDS Just like humans, equines require an individualized dental plan. Annual or biannual exams can assist in monitoring your equine's health and avoid any dental malocclusions, trauma or issues. Equines are diphyodontous and have heterodontous teeth. This means they have two sets of teeth: deciduous (baby teeth) that shed followed by a set of permanent teeth. Equines can have 36-44 teeth that continually grow/wear and can have up to five uniquely shaped teeth for different purposes.
“Our main goal lies in the power of prevention. ”D.E.D.S. exceeds in providing professional equine dentistry, client education and reasonably priced services.
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Rescue/ShelteRs resources
BUCKS COUNTY Bucks County SPCA Private Non-Profit Serving Bucks County Since 1912 Lahaska Animal Care Center 215.794.7425 Upper Bucks Animal Care Center 267.347.4674 bcspca.org CATS Bridge to Rescue Refuge to Unwanted, Stray and Abandoned Cats 2820 Old Lincoln Highway #4 Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053 215.987.8961 • catsbridge.org
Phoenix Animal Rescue Animal Rescue and Fostering Chester Springs, PA 19425 phoenixanimalrescue.com LaMancha Animal Rescue No Kill Animal Rescue PO Box 656, Unionville, PA 19375 610.384.7976 • lamanchaanimalrescue.org Main Line Animal Rescue Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 1149 Pike Springs Road Phoenixville, PA 19460 610.933.0606 • mlar.org
Montgomery County SPCA - PA Dedicated to Caring for Unwanted, Lost and Abused Domestic Animals Conshohocken, Abington, Perkiomenville 610.825.0111 • montgomerycountyspca.org Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines Caring for Aged, Abused or Injured Horses 1710 Ridge Road, Pottstown, PA 19465 866.469.0507 • ryerssfarm.org
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY Animal Care & Control Team of Philadelphia Providing Shelter, Care and Life Saving Efforts for Homeless, Abandoned, and Abused Animals 111 W. Hunting Park Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140 267.385.3800 • acctphilly.org Morris Animal Refuge - Center City Dedicated to Helping Homeless, Abandoned and Unwanted Pets 1242 Lombard Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 215.735.3256 • morrisanimalrefuge.org
DELAWARE COUNTY Dachshund Rescue of Bucks County Saving Abandoned, Owner Returns, Neglected or Stray Dachshunds 181 Gilbert Drive • Morrisville, PA 19067 267.390.5191 • doxierescue.com Lulu’s Rescue Ending the Killing of Thousands of Adoptable Dogs PO Box 46 • Point Pleasant, PA 18950 lulusrescue.org Women’s Humane Society America’s First Animal Shelter 3839 Richlieu Road • Bensalem, PA 19020 215.750.3100 • womenshumanesociety.org
Animal Rescue Foundation of Southeastern Pennsylvania (ARF SEPA) Saving Unwanted and Forgotten Pets in High Kill Shelters 1167 W Baltimore Pike #222 Media, PA 19063 610.994.4300 • arfsepa.com Day By Day Pet Caregiver Support Pet Grief Support PO Box 633, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 484.453.8210 • daybydaypetsupport.com Francisvale Home for Smaller Animals Animal Shelter · Nonprofit Organization 328 Upper Gulph Road, Radnor, PA 19087 610.688.1018 • francisvalehome.org
CHESTER COUNTY All 4 Paws Rescue Foster Based, All Breed, No Kill Rescue PO Box 122 • Chester Springs, PA 19425 610.731.1086 • all4pawsrescue.com
Providence Animal Center Advanced Care to Animals and Owners 555 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA 19063 610.566.1370 • providenceac.org
Brandywine Valley SPCA No Kill Animal Shelter 1212 Phoenixville Pike West Chester, PA 19380 484.302.0865 • bvspca.org
PurrFect Paws Rescue All Volunteer, No Kill and Foster Care 610.328.2070 • purrfectpawsrescue.com
Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue Golden and Labrador Retrievers, Goldendoodles and Labradoodles 60 Vera Cruz Road, Reinholds, PA 17569 717.484.4799 • dvgrr.org
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PAWS Saving Homeless and At Risk Animals 100 N. 2nd Street (at Arch) Philadelphia, PA 19106 215.238.9901 • phillypaws.org Philadelphia No-Kill Coalition Helping make Philadelphia a No Kill City PO Box 706, Skippack, PA 19474 484.466.2913 • phillynokill.org Pennsylvania SPCA Committed to Our Animals for Life 350 E. Erie Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134 215.426.6300 • pspca.org Red Paw Emergency Relief Team Assisting Displaced Pets and their People 1328 South 24th Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 • 267.289.2PAW redpawemergencyreliefteam.org
MONTGOMERY COUNTY Kitty Cottage Adoption Center No Kill Shelter for rescued and Surrendered Cats and Kittens 317 W Johnson Highway Norristown, PA 19401 610.731.0101 • kittycottage.org
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Pets for adoption Just a few of the many pets available at PROVIDENCE ANIMAL CENTER 555 Sandy Bank Road in Media, PA • providenceac.org • 610.566.1370 Reason to Adopt a Pet... There are countless healthy and wonderful pets waiting to be adopted right now in shelters and rescue groups. These animals are usually left homeless due to no fault of their own for reasons including their owners moving or no longer being able to financially support them. When you adopt, you can find a pet that suits your family by speaking with rescue groups to find the right fit for your lifestyle.
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