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COVER PHOTOGRAPHED BY GENIE IMAGES COVER MODELS MARILYN AGEE & LOUISIANA FLASH, SEE PAGE 18

07 11 12 07 Doggie Makeover 08 Recipe from Rita's 09 Ask the Vet 11 Pupperazzi

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12 Lost Pet Prevention Month 14 Diabetes in our Pets 17 Featured Horse Organization 18 About our Cover Models 21 Calendar of Events

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PUBLISHER/EDITOR Dana Raimondi Tel: 210-436-9009 dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE advertising inquiries to Dan Greenhouse (630) 220-2911 or dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Fran Sherman 314.275.2208 fran@shermanstudios.com

DESIGNER Eric Null

PHOTOGRAPHER Renee Spade Photography Tel: 210-254-4255 renee@reneespadephotography.com

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2 19 26 23 Pet Puzzlers 25 Adoptable Horses 26 Horsing Around 28 Pet Directory of SA

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Marilyn Agee Karen Fergason Dr. Dan Kirby Shannan Lamb Parker Veronica Perez Marlene Ring Dr. Ahmira Torres

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contributors LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER This is our 5th annual salute to Texas's other important pet-the horse.

In addition to the "Horsing Around San Antonio" pictorial, we also feature an article about the non-profit group, RISE, whose mandate is helping special needs youth through therapeutic riding.

July is also Lost Pet Prevention month. Veronica Perez, of the San Antonio Humane Society, gives some tips on how to prevent your furry loved one from becoming a statistic. This month we also need to be especially diligent during firework season. In this regard, Marlene Ring, owner of Pawsitive Solutions, offers advice about calming your pets during these stressful celebrations.

Hope you and your pet(s) enjoy a happy and safe 4th!

Sincerely,

Dana Raimondi

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The opinions of authors of articles in this Magazine are those of the writer or contributor and are not necessarily endorsed by the publisher, and the publisher has not conf irmed the accuracy of information contained in articles.

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DANA RAIMONDI is the publisher of Texas Dogs & Cats Magazine. She is a recent transplant to San Antonio from “the Windy City” but has become an admirer of the San Antonio cultural scene. Although a CPA, her true passion in life is the caring and welfare of animals.

FRAN SHERMAN has been a freelance creative director/graphic designer since 1985. Throughout these years, she has designed a myriad of materials for a staggering number of companies, and she has won numerous graphic design awards for her work, many of them for magazine/publication design.

RENEE SPADE is the owner of Renee Spade Photography. She has been spreading furry joy to pet parents with her photography/graphic design services and super-fun pet product line, The Jack & Spade Collection since 2005.

DR. DAN KIRBY, DVM, graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M with a degree in Biomedical Science in 1979 and earned his DVM in 1984. Dr. Kirby has been the owner and director of Alamo Heights Pet Clinic since 1997. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine.

DAN GREENHOUSE , Sales Director, graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has been in magazine advertising sales his entire career. He currently is the “daddy” of two Bearded Collies and “grandpa” to an Italian Greyhound.

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DR. KRISTINE HAWKINS joined the San Antonio Humane Society in April of 2016. A Louisiana native, she grew up in the capitol of Baton Rouge. She attained her undergraduate degree in neurobiology at the University of Texas in Austin. She then returned home to complete her schooling at Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2009.

VERONICA ARAIZA is the Communication Associate for the San Antonio Humane Society.

She is a recent graduate from UTSA and is a native to San Antonio. She currently shares her home with her Belgian Malinois, Darwin, and Shiba Inu mix, Emma.

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Q: We live in the back of a greenbelt and sometimes my dogs come back with ticks. What is the safest way to remove them?

A: When dogs start to run into things, are easily startled or act disoriented, they may be suffering from loss of vision. There is a test that is used to detect retina function called an Electroretinogram (ERG). The test is performed by a veterinary ophthalmologist specialist. A visit to your veterinarian for a thorough physical exam may help determine if there is an underlying cause and/or extent of vision loss.

Dr. Kirby graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M with a degree in Biomedical Science in 1979 and earned his DVM in 1984. Dr. Kirby has been the owner and director of Alamo Heights Pet Clinic since 1997. His veterinary interests are surgery, internal medicine, ultrasonography, and rehabilitation therapy. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine. Dr. Kirby treats dogs, cats, birds and exotics. Alamo Heights Pet Clinic: (210) 821-5544. Please email all questions for Dr. Kirby to Dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com.

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Doggies from all over brought their two-legged pals out for a day of swimming, eating, shopping, diving, games, and more. From herding to agility, this party had it all. Including the new Splash Zone at K9 Country Club, a competitive Dock Diving and Therapy pool for all to enjoy. You can check out more pictures at k9countryclub.net.

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here isn’t much that pulls at my heartstrings more than reunion videos. From military homecomings to long-lost loved ones, there’s something about the sudden look of familiarity and the overwhelming pressure of forgotten joy sudden and visible on a person’s face that evokes an overflow of sniffles and watery eyes.

BY VERONICA PEREZ, COMMUNICATION ASSOCIATE, SAHS

This feeling goes doubly so for the reunion of lost pets, but with the overwhelming number of stray and homeless dogs and cats wandering the streets of San Antonio, it’s possible many LOST and FOUND pets in our community will never get a reunion with their anxious pet owners.

The San Antonio Humane Society encourages cat and dog owners to exercise responsible pet ownership practices to keep your pets safe!

COLLARS & ID TAGS External ID tags are your pet’s first defense if they ever become lost and, in the city of San Antonio, dogs MUST wear a tag with a registered microchip number at all times while outdoors.

Anyone can see and read an ID tag! Microchips, your pet’s second line of defense, will only help identification once your pet is at a shelter or vet clinic where they can be scanned for the chip. ID tags will help neighbors and Good Samaritans easily identify a lost dog or cat and a phone number where you can be reached.

This is true for both indoor and outdoor pets!

Accidents and disasters can happen anytime: whether it’s a broken gate, open front door, or inclement weather. Sure, some pets may not be too fond of their collars (especially cats). Your best option is to start them young! Make sure collars are fitted properly, and your pets should get used to them in a few days or weeks. If your problem is breakaway collars (cats), do your research and opt for a stretch collar instead.

MICROCHIPPING If your pet ever becomes lost, their chance of returning to you safely increases exponentially if they have a registered microchip. In fact, in the city of San Antonio, a registered microchip is the primary means of pet identification within city limits.

This city ordinance replaced the city’s previous annual licensing program in 2015.

Does it hurt? Fear not pet parents! Microchip implantation is as painless as the vaccines your pets receive annually. The biggest difference?

Your pet will only have to receive his microchip once, and all you’ll have to do is make sure it’s registered and updated with your current address and phone number.

Although they have their own set of strengths, collars and ID tags can become snagged on plant limbs, fence posts, or removed physically by pet thieves. Microchips may be your pet’s only unseen hope of reuniting with you if this sort of tragedy strikes.

There’s nothing quite as sweet as watching a long lost pup jumping into the arms of their pet parent or a missing cat purring and chirping at first sight of their food providers. But I also recognize a few less reunion videos means a few more pets safe and sound in their forever homes where they belong.

The San Antonio Humane Society microchips all shelter animals and offers microchipping to the public onsite at wellness clinics or on a walk-in basis and at certain events for $25. Visit SAhumane.org for more information!

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s your dog or cat drinking water excessively or urinating more frequently? These could be early signs of diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is an accumulation of glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream due to lack of or resistance to a hormone called insulin. Insulin is secreted by the pancreas and is necessary for the body to utilize the glucose from the foods we ingest. In the absence of insulin the glucose in the bloodstream accumulates but cannot go inside the cells where it is needed to be used as energy for the body. In this state, the body feels like it is “starving” even if the pet is still eating.

BY: AHMIRA TORRES, DVM, DACVIM (INTERNAL MEDICINE)

When left untreated, diabetes mellitus can cause weight loss, dehydration, weakness, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, electrolyte imbalances and in severe cases eventually death.

Dogs and cats can develop diabetes mellitus.

To diagnose this condition, your veterinarian will perform blood work to determine the blood glucose concentration as well as other electrolyte abnormalities. A urine analysis could also be performed to evaluate for glucose in the urine. Increased blood glucose and glucose in the urine are the hallmarks of diabetes mellitus.

Once the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus has been made, depending on the condition of the pet (i.e. are they eating, with normal electrolytes versus sick and dehydrated) treatment with insulin can be started. In severe cases the pet might need to be hospitalized to receive intravenous fluids and other supportive care until able to go home.

Insulin is administered by injections under the skin once or twice a day. Once a pet is started on insulin supplementation they will require monitoring of blood glucoses at home or with your veterinarian. One of the risks of insulin supplementation is causing low blood glucose.

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Most pets with diabetes can have a normal life as long as they continue to receive insulin supplementation and regular checkups. During these check-ups your veterinarian will monitor the pet’s weight and make sure the dose of insulin is adequate.

Dr. Ahmira Torres is a board-certified internal medicine specialist at MissionVet Specialty & Emergency. She received her DVM from Ross University in 2010, including a clinical year at the University of Florida. After graduation she completed a one year rotating internship at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine. She returned to the University of Florida and completed a three year internal medicine residency program. She obtained board-certification status in 2014.

Dr. Torres joined MissionVet after working at a specialty clinic focused solely on internal medicine. Her special interests include autoimmune and gastrointestinal diseases. She is fluent in Spanish and happy to move to the San Antonio area with her family!

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I am so pleased and flattered to have been chosen to be on the cover of this wonderful magazine and for such a great cause, The Humane Society. And I would like to thank Jeanne Harford for capturing such a beautiful photo of me and KoKo.

I am a specialized REALTORÂŽ in horse property, Farm, Ranch and Land. However I can help you with all your Real Estate needs.

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Stay Calm: Your dog will pick up on any odd behavior.

Finally, for extreme cases of phobia, contact your vet to discuss a prescription medication.

Marlene Ring is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and Professional Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT).

Her Dog Training business “PAWSitive Solutions Dog & Puppy Training” has been offering positive training for 13 years.

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Prepare your House: Shut all doors and windows and draw curtains to block flashes and reduce noise levels. But, keep the lights on so your dog won’t be scared in a dark room.

Drown the noise out: Play music, vacuum, turn on a fan or something that emits white noise to minimize the sounds from outside.

Create a ‘Safe Place’: Choose an inner room that is least impacted by outside noise. Make it cozy with familiar bedding somewhere pleasant under a table or behind a chair. Allow the dog to hide when they’re scared and give them a special treat or a toy to divert their attention from the noise. Lavender scented items can be calming too.

Prepare: Make sure dog tags are up to date in case he flees. Give your dog plenty of exercise earlier in the day. Place them in their ‘Safe Place’ ½ an hour to an hour before the fireworks start. Purchase a “Thunder Shirt” ahead of time. These garments

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calendarofevents PENNY PAWS, CLINICS DATES AND TIMES Penny Paws offers affordable cat and dog vaccinations, microchipping services, heartworm testing and prevention, flea and tick prevention and toenail trimming.

They have a licensed veterinarian on site at each location.

SATURDAY - JULY 1ST Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Cricket Wireless - 1534 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm Camp Bow Wow - 11931 Jones Maltsberger, San Antonio, TX 78216 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm 99 Cent Store - 2942 Thousand Oaks Dr., San Antonio TX 78247 SATURDAY - JULY 8TH Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Auto Zone - 11715 Oak Sprawl, New Braunfels, TX 78132 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm CVS - 2020 S. Walnut, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm Advance Auto - 4490 I-35 Business, New Braunfels, TX 78130 SATURDAY - JULY 15TH Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Ace Hardware - 1150 FM 2673, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm CVS - 8268 FM 2673, Canyon Lake, TX 78133 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm CVS - 19995 Hwy 46, Spring Branch, TX 78070 Clinic 9 am Until 11 am 99 Cent Store - 3025 W San Antonio St, San Antonio, TX 78201 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm Auto Zone - 2315 Lockhill Selma Rd, San Antonio, TX 78230 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm 99 Cent Store - 2942 Thousand Oaks Dr., San Antonio TX 78247 SATURDAY - JULY 22ND Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Cricket Wireless - 1534 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm Camp Bow Wow - 11931 Jones Maltsberger, San Antonio, TX 78216 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm 99 Cent Store - 2942 Thousand Oaks Dr., San Antonio TX 78247 Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Auto Zone - 11715 Oak Sprawl, New Braunfels, TX 78132 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm CVS - 2020 S. Walnut, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm Advance Auto - 490 I-35 Business, New Braunfels, TX 78130 SATURDAY - JULY 29TH Clinic 9 am Until 11 am CVS - 210 I-35 Bus, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm CVS - 2020 S. Walnut, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm Dollar General - 11105 Toepperwein Rd.,Live Oak 78233 Clinic 9 am Until 11 am Auto Zone - 15102 Nacogdoches, San Antonio, TX 78247 Clinic 12 pm Until 2 pm AT & T Wireless - 17306 Bulverde, San Antonio, TX 78247 Clinic 3 pm Until 5 pm 99 Cent Store - 2942 Thousand Oaks Dr., San Antonio TX 78247 ALL THROUGH JUNE 2017 Wellness Clinics at Brooks Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am - 1:30 pm Saturday, 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Brooks Spay/Neuter Clinic, 8034 City Base Landing, 78235 Low-Income Wellness Clinics are available at the new Brooks Spay/ Neuter Clinic on the city's Southside. First-come, first-serve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), flea and heartworm prevention, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info.

SATURDAY, JULY 1ST Spay/Neuter Days, Presented by H-E-B Texas Pets Brooks Spay/Neuter Clinic 8034 City Base Landing, 78235 Spay/Neuter Check-In at 7:30 AM H-E-B Texas Pets are generously sponsoring FREE spay/neuter surgeries at the Brooks Spay/Neuter Clinic operated by the San Antonio Humane Society. Check-in is at 7:30 am, and clients will be accepted on a first-com, first-served basis only as space allows!

For more information, please visit SAhumane.org/events.

Pet Supplies Plus will be hosting Katie's Roadside Rescue Adoption Event - at their MacArthur Location (3133 Nacogdoches Road) - from 12pm-4pm.

SATURDAY, JULY 1ST-SUNDAY, JULY 2ND Sosy's Star-Spangled Adoption Special San Antonio Humane Society 4804 Fredericksburg Rd., 78229 12PM - 7PM Sosy wants all her feline friends to find a loving forever home, just like she did! Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd, Sosy is covering all cat and kitten adoption fees at the San Antonio Humane Society. Add some whiskers to your family! Give a needy cat the love and home they deserve! For more information or to see our adoptable cats, visit SAhumane.org.

TUESDAY, JULY 4TH 4th of July - FREE Dog Wash - At all Pet Supplies Plus franchise locations (3133 Nacogdoches, 5710 Walzem, & 5809 Babcock). July 4th ONLY. Come enjoy a FREE Dog Wash and receive a FREE doggie bandana (while supplies last).

SATURDAY, JULY 8TH Dog Adoption and Microchipping Event Phil Hardberger Park East 13202 Blanco Road, 78216 9AM - 11AM Presented by San Antonio Parks & Recreation and the Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy, come to the park and visit (and adopt!) adoptable dogs from the San Antonio Humane Society. Already have a friendly pooch? Bring them to this dog-friendly event to get microchipped. For more details, visit philhardbergerpark.org or SAhumane.org/events.

Wellness Clinic at the SAHS 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM 4804 Fredericksburg Rd., 78229 Low-Income Wellness Clinic at the San Antonio Humane Society (4804 Fredericksburg Rd.) from 8am-12pm. First-come, first-serve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), flea and heartworm prevention, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info.

SATURDAY, JULY 15TH Summer Customer Appreciation Day - at Pet Supplies Plus Babcock location (5809 Babcock Road) - from 11am-4pm. This event is FREE and open the public! Enjoy a day full of food, music, and giveaways.FREE Dog Wash and Toe Nail Clips for Tips (must provide Rabies Vaccination certificate at time of service). SAPA and Second Chance Cavy Rescue will be on site with adoptable pets looking for a safe and loving home. This is a family and dog friendly event. Please be sure to keep all pets on a leash during the festivities.

Mystery Dog Rescue Adoption Event - at Pet Supplies Plus MacArthur Location (3133 Nacogdoches Road) from 12pm-4pm.

Clips for Tips (Toe Nail Saturdays) - at Pet Supplies Plus Camelot location (5710 Walzem Road) from 12pm-2pm. Stop by their Camelot location every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 12pm-2pm and their professional groomers will trim your pup’s nails for tips. No appointment necessary. **Proof of Rabies vaccination certificate is required for all dogs at time of service.

SATURDAY, JULY 22ND Wellness Clinic at the SAHS 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4804 Fredericksburg Rd., 78229 Low-Income Wellness Clinic at the San Antonio Humane Society (4804 Fredericksburg Rd.) from 8am-12pm. First-come, first-serve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), flea and heartworm prevention, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info.

Tuesday, July 25th Pet Loss & Grief Support hosted by S.A.P.P.Y. at the English Tea Shoppe at 6877 Bandera Rd. The gatherings are free to the public and are meant for support. They are held every 4th Tuesday of the month.

IF YOU HAVE A PET EVENT IN SAN ANTONIO, THAT YOU WOULD LIKE ADDED TO THE CALENDAR AND/OR ON OUR WEBSITE, PLEASE EMAIL DANA.TEXASDOGSANDCATS@GMAIL.COM FOR CONSIDERATION

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Mobile Equine Veterinary Services is a unique, fully equipped, mobile vet service owned and operated by Eduardo Guevara, DVM. Dr. Guevara is dedicated to ascertaining and meeting the needs of both the horse and the owner. He enjoys working with horse owners to plan the best possible care for their horses. From foal care to senior care, from performance horses to pasture ornaments; Dr. Guevara is your partner in your horse’s health.

Mobile Equine Veterinary Services is the mobile division for Callaghan Road Animal Hospital’s equine patients and small animal patients as well. He makes “farm” calls in the greater San Antonio area. Whether you are a novice horse owner or an old pro, we can help 27 you provide the best care possible.

PET DIRECTORY OF SAN ANTONIO ANIMAL HOSPITALS &

CAR DEALERSHIPS

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VETERINARY SERVICES

North Park Subaru.........................IFC

SPECIALTY/STORES/SUPPLIES

4 Paws Animal Hospital................. 20

Pet Supplies Plus........................... 22

Bracken Equine Clinic...................... 16

GROOMING SERVICES

Callaghan Road Animal Hospital.... 27

Barbara’s Canine Clip “n" Bows..... 20

PET FEED STORES

North Star Animal Hospital........... 22

Bluebonnet Bunk n Biscuit............. 20

Jupe Mills...................................... 10

Penny Paws Animal Clinic.............. 10

Boerne Grooming......................... 10 Callaghan Road Animal Hospital.... 27

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Missionvet Specialty

Hill Country Pet Ranch................... 22

Bluebonnet Pet Crematory............ 24

& Emergency..............................15, IBC

K9 Country Club & Training........... 10

Paws in Heaven............................... 9

Linda’s Pet Grooming...................... 7

The Pet Loss Center........................ 3

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Frost Bank..................................... 22

Pawderosa Ranch (2 Locations)...... 1

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*ALL BUSINESSES IN OUR DIRECTORY/MAGAZINE ARE PET FRIENDLY AND HELP SUPPORT THE ANIMAL COMMUNITY OF SAN ANTONIO. PLEASE PATRONIZE THESE PET FRIENDLY SA ORGANIZATIONS.

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Happy 4th of July! From PET GALAXY