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In this case, it equates to more than 100 tons of pet food to fortify the supply for thousands of homeless dogs and cats. On November 30, 2017, Long Leash On Life (LLOL) distributed their 3rd Annual PAY IT PET-WARD food donation. For the third year in a row, huge trucks filled their parking lot with all types of cat and dog food that was allocated to more than 45 deserving animal shelters, pet food banks and local rescue organizations. Each year, LLOL looks to recognize dedicated rescue organizations whose purpose is to benefit cats and dogs without permanent homes. At the same time, LLOL remembers those who may be less fortunate by supplying cat and dog food to pet parents with limited resources. It also gives LLOL a chance to give back to the community by donating cat and dog food to both rural and urban shelters in need. Most importantly, by donating this pet food all across New Mexico, LLOL is helping to free up money that these statewide organizations can then spend on spay and neuter, thereby helping cut down on both pet overpopulation and euthanasia rates.

and dog food in the amount of 175 twelve-hundred pound pallets, but for LLOL it was truly a labor of love. It is their hope this contribution will promote the well-being of our state’s homeless pets, while shaping an optimistic future for their adoption into forever homes, with the ultimate goal is to reduce euthanasia in New Mexico.

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About Long Leash On Life Locally owned by pet lovers Ken Wormser and Norm Shrout, Long Leash On Life is a health food and supply store for cats and dogs that provides a large selection of all-natural pet foods, supplements and accessories, a self-serve dog wash, and unique gifts for both cat and dog lovers. Their mission is to improve the quality of pets’ lives through proper nutrition, positive training and a lifetime of meaningful enrichment, with a special focus on the well-being of rescue pets. Their store is located at 9800 Montgomery Blvd NE at Eubank. www.LongLeashOnLife.com

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ry, flaky skin is a common problem for humans in this drought-ridden desert state, and dogs and cats suffer from it too. As unattractive as it may be, it’s not just a cosmetic concern, especially for our pets. Dry, itchy, irritated skin is more prone to bacterial and fungal infections, and also makes your pet more susceptible to parasites such as fleas and ticks. Here are some things you can do to combat dry skin in pets:

Feed a Good Quality Diet

Skin health and coat quality are often the first to suffer when a pet isn’t getting its nutritional needs met. Feeding an all-natural, species-appropriate diet made with quality animal-based proteins instead of cheap fillers will help ensure your pet is getting easily assimilated nutrients for building and maintaining supple skin and soft fur. Pet food ingredients to always avoid: corn, wheat, soy, by-products, unnamed meats, high fructose corn syrup and other added sugars, propylene glycol, BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin, artificial colors, artificial flavors, and artificial preservatives.

Make Sure Your Pet Is Well Hydrated

Fresh water should always be available for your pet. Encourage drinking by placing multiple bowls around the house, and consider investing in a fountain to keep water as fresh and enticing as possible. Increase water intake by including highmoisture foods such as canned food, raw food, and rehydrated freeze-dried food in the diet. This is especially important for cats, who don’t have a strong thirst mechanism and can be subclinically dehydrated if fed only dry kibble. To increase skin hydration from the outside, consider investing in a humidifier for your home that both you and your pets can benefit from. While there are pros and cons to the various types of humidifiers available – cool-mist, steam, evaporative, or ultrasonic – it’s important to use only distilled water in your chosen humidifier and to clean the unit regularly to prevent harmful microorganisms and particulates from being dispersed into the air.

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Supplement with Fish Oil

Fish oil helps to condition and moisturize the skin from the inside out. Omega-3 fatty acids are an important component of cell membranes, and strong cell membranes are needed to maintain the water content of cells and tissues. Please note that it is important to give your pets fish oils rather than plant-sourced oils (such as flax or olive) because dogs and cats do not efficiently convert the long-chain fatty acids in plant oils into the beneficial forms (DHA and EPA) they can utilize.

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Be Gentle to Your Pet’s Skin

Use only gentle, all-natural shampoos and conditioners that are free of harsh chemicals and detergents, which can strip natural oils from the skin, leading to dryness and irritation. Look for products that contain natural moisturizers such as oatmeal, aloe, coconut oil, or neem. Too-frequent bathing can overdry the skin, so use grooming wipes or waterless shampoos to remove surface dirt from the coat as needed.

Visit Boofy’s Best for Pets for the natural pet foods, fish oils, supplements, and grooming products that can help keep your pet’s skin in top condition!

Publishers Joe Guiles David Lansa Art Director David Lansa DL Graphic Design, LLC David@yourpetnm.com Design Department Carl Berkowitz Gina Archibeque Editorial Contributors Jan Quigley Jori Pollard Lisa McKitrick Norm Strout Advertising Sales & Marketing Joe Guiles 505-900-6737 Joe@yourpetnm.com Front Cover Photo Provided by Frank Frost Photography www.FrankFrost.com Your Pet Magazine makes every effort to provide information that is informative and practical. The publisher, editor, writers and art director are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of suggestions or products that appear in this magazine. By accepting and publishing advertising the publisher in no way recommends, guarantees and endorses the quality of services or products within this publication. The contents of this magazine is copyrighted by Your Pet Magazine, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written consent of the publisher.

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Know Your Dog All dog breeds are unique in their own way. Different breeds for different speeds. Some are made for running and well, some are not. One example, short-snouted dogs — pugs and bulldogs, are not as efficient at breathing and cannot cool down as well. Learn how your dog behaves, breathes and reacts to outdoor jogging. Siberian Huskys are born runners and other breeds may perform quite differently.

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Check Your Dog Always examine your dog before, during and after your run for puncture thorns, burrs, ticks, and glass. Look inside the nose, their backside, paws, and all sides of your dog for any objects. If the terrain you will be exploring is really rough, put some boots on your dog’s paws, your dog will thank you. Positive training Bring treats along to reward good behavior. If you find the dog is leading too much, simply stop moving. While distracting to your run at first, gradually your dog will learn to behave, all the while remaining happy and comfortable.

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ere are some useful tips to help get the job done.

First create a routine for your puppy or dog. Set up a feeding and watering schedule. Consisting of feeding and watering your dog two to three times daily. (Check with your vet for proper feeding instructions). Provide water after you exercise your dog. Free feeding is not recommended until your dog is completely housebroken.

Take your puppy out regularly every 2-3 hours. Take your puppy out first thing in the morning, walk them to the spot you want them to eliminate. If your puppy is very young carry them outside to make sure they don’t try to eliminate in the house. Take

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your puppy out 20 minutes after each meal. Tell your puppy to “go potty” or whatever command you want to use while he is eliminating. The GOAL is for your puppy to eventually eliminate on command. Praise your puppy when he is done.

Supervision is the most important step in potty training. Use a leash on your puppy to keep them close to you. Catching them before they start to eliminate and getting them outside. Signs of elimination to look for are constant sniffing, spinning in a circle and squatting. If you catch your puppy eliminating in the house, startle him with a loud noise and pick him up, take him outside and walk him to his elimination spot. Catching your dog in action is very important part of the process of housebreaking.

Creating a management system for your puppy is a critical step in housebreaking. The management system is used for when your puppy cannot be supervised. Crate training is the most common management system. The crate should not be used as a punishment tool, but a way to contain the dog. Most puppies will be able to stay in a crate for their age in months plus one. An 8-week-old (2 months) should be able to stay in a crate for 3 hours without eliminating. This is a rule of thumb and every dog is different.

If your pet has an accident in the house, it is important to neutralize the spot with an enzymatic cleaner to completely get rid of the odor and proteins related to the urine.

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So, what is it like to own a horse?

by Jan Quigley | Photos courtesy of Jan Quigley

t is a slice of heaven to own a horse. Horses bring joy and contentment to your heart. Horses offer a partnership that requires a bond like no other bond. Once you and your horse know each other well and have easy communication between each other, riding is like a dance. One leads and one follows with pride, trust and respect. The challenge to get to that level of riding takes time, mutual respect and a commitment.

That memory is over twenty years old and still my heart smiles thinking of Feature. That is how horses impact your life by touching your heart and soul. To be honest, horses require time, hard work and often more money than most hobbies, but horses give back so much more than other hobbies in that the special bond is unique and lasts a life time. If you want to come close to heaven on this earth, then establish that special bond with your

Spending time with your horse is essential to establish that special bond. I have had the privilege to own several amazing horses that I have shared that unique bond with them. Sable, an Arabian mare was a horse purchased for another family member, but that did not work out between them. Sable preferred women riders and did not like the male companion. As I spent time with her, she seldom liked me either, but rather she tolerated me. As the years went on, Sable became my trusted partner and she tolerated my aggressive riding. She protected me in ways that I did not understand at the time, but later reflecting back, she protected me. Sable did not like other horses near her, so showing was not safe as she would try to kick or bit other horses if they pasted her in the show ring. Our arena riding was then limited to training level dressage shows where she did well. Dressage training level show allow only one horse in the arena at a time so, Sable did not have to deal with other horses around her. Hence Sable did her job and she won ribbons as we learned together. In my life time, I have been blessed to have been given several horses over the years. Yes, folks, free horses come into your life in amazing ways. My first free Arabian mare was named Feature and she was a Polish Arabian that had won many Arabian halter class championships. If you have ever seen a pure breed halter class, you can appreciate the mind set this mare had when she first came to my barn. Feature knew little of trail riding and getting her down the ditch was a challenge to say the least. The first few rides down the ditch were mostly riding backwards down the ditch as she was frightened of every scary object and sound. Feature taught me more than any other horse because she challenged my riding and my limited horse and you will earn understanding of horses. that slice of heaven. Yes, you will earn it with payments of lost hours Feature and I did win one blue ribbon at a training show where I of feeding, back breaking work cleaning and hauling away manure entered her as a green horse. Smiling, I remember that there were to only then hauling feed to the barn. It is an interesting cycle with a only two riders in the whole class and during the “reverse at the rail” quirky rhythm. command, the other horse came running up next to us without the Horses are a very special gift from God and a true treasure on earth. rider. I still remember smiling thinking “oh yes, we won a ribbon”, not because of our skills or talent, but only because the other rider was Few things in life offer is unique bond, commitment and opportunity tossed out of the saddle. I thanked Feature for not bucking me off that to experience something like nothing else. particular day as we came home with our one and only ribbon. Yes, owning a horse brings joy to your heart in many unexplainable ways. YourPetNM.com

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