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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER Our September issue focuses on two topics: San Antonio media “purr”sonalities and their pets as well as their contributions to local animal organizations. The second theme is our back to school with kids and their best friends celebration. Most of us just see or listen to these personalities on TV or radio without realizing their dedication, not just to their own pets, but also to various causes in the San Antonio animal community. We have chosen to highlight certain aspects of their dedication in the magazine. The full interviews can be read on our website at texasdogsandcats.com/ sa. We urge you to read the entire interviews there. Ever since we learned the nursery rhyme “Mary had a little Lamb”, we are intrigued with the relationship between kids and their pets. Now that our kids are back to school, we take a moment to honor this special relationship. For all the mothers out there, back to school is one of our favorite times of the year but it also tugs at our heart strings. We hope you agree. Sincerely, Dana Raimondi Tell our advertisers you heard about them in Texas Dogs & Cats-San Antonio! 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 confirmed the accuracy of information contained in articles. 6
contributors 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.
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BY DR. COURTNEY H. BRIDGEMAN, CHIEF VETERINARIAN, SAN ANTONIO HUMANE SOCIETY
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e all have heard the saying “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” This sentence is sometimes discouraging for potential owners who want a well-trained dog but don’t want the difficulties of a puppy. So, wait, am I saying that it IS possible to teach an older dog new tricks??? ABSOLUTELY.
Just like people, the best time to introduce dogs to “vocabulary” is in their puppy-hood. Teaching tricks is basically just teaching dogs a few words of a new language. The owner teaches the dog the word they want the dog to associate with a certain action and then show them the action, just like teaching a baby a new word. Although teaching puppies can be easier, teaching older dogs can prove a rewarding experience. First, let’s talk about pet training basics. Whether you’ve ever officially trained an animal before, if you’ve 10
shared your home with a pet, chances are you have been involved in the training process whether you know it or not. Pets, just like kids, are constantly watching and picking up on the things that the adults in the home say and do. Your pet may have picked up words like “car ride”, “walk”, “dinner”, or “treat” without you ever having to officially train them what these words mean. They associate the repetitive use of the word with whatever comes next. And usually that something is a reward to them. Other words like “bad dog”, “no”, “bath”, a buzzer
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sound or, yes- even “to the vet” your pet may know and understand as something they don’t like. Training your pet, young, old, dog, cat, is as easy as being repetitive and being consistent. Animals, like humans, pick up on things at different rates. Some are quick learners and very smart. Others, take a lot longer and may not be able to grasp as many concepts. The key, in any case, is consistency! 1. Use the same word over and over to mean the same thing. Pick words that are unique. Use one or two word phrases as “commands”. Essentially, this means pick a short phrase for each thing you want your pet to do and start simply. The basics are a great place to start. Sit is the perfect beginning. Ask your pet to sit in an upbeat, fun tone. Having a treat may help get their attention and give them incentive to try to figure out what you moved on to harder commands. want them to do. While holding the treat just above 5. Don’t give a command you are not prepared to the top of their ears, use your other hand to gently enforce. Don’t tell your pet to lay down if you are not push their bum downward. The first time that bum prepared to get up and make him do it if he doesn’t hits the ground is a HUGE success!!! It should be listen. Don’t tell your pet to stay when you are headed lots of “good boys!” and petting. out the door to work. Commands you can’t enforce or 2. Make the most of successes, make the least of misaren’t willing to enforce are just opportunities for your takes. A success should be celebrated with loud praise pet to realize that you don’t have to be obeyed all the and lots of love. Praise, especially for a first or second time. It does undermine your authority as the pack success should last for a full minute and be treated alpha. If you want your dog to sit and wait for you to like the greatest thing they’ve ever done. A mistake go out the door use a command that does not require should be briefly corrected, and then otherwise fora release like “wait” instead of “stay”. gotten. Dogs have very short memories for cause and 6. Expect baby steps. Don’t ask your pet to stay for the effect. To punish a dog for hours would cease to be a first time and expect them to last 10 minutes or even punishment and would turn quickly into something one. A 5 second bum on the ground may be cause for the dog no longer associated with the mistake. a celebration the first stay!!! 3. Don’t use commands that incorporate or sound like other commands. For instance don’t use “Sit down” Training your pet will be a self-rewarding experience. and “lay down”. And a common mistake, don’t use It takes patience and consistency but will make your pet “down” to mean get “OFF” of things. Down should a happier part of your family. mean to lay down on the ground in a prone position. “Off ” should Dr. Courtney Bridgeman attended be used to mean get off of people Texas A&M school of Veterinary and objects. Dogs are not good at Medicine (‘07) as well as College differentiating which command of Animal Sciences (‘02). She you are trying to get them to joined the San Antonio Humane perform. Remember, be consisSociety as their first full-time tent. veterinarian 5 years ago and has 4. Don’t try to teach everything worked to create a healthy and at once. Have only a few new happy environment for all the commands you are working animals there. Dr. Bridgeman on at a time and go back often enjoys her small ranch of race bred and refresh the ones you know. Quarter Horses and raising her GRADUALLY phase out treats DR. COURTNEY H. BRIDGEMAN, CHIEF for mastered tricks. Don’t give VETERNARIAN FOR SAN ANTONIO HUMANE 1yr old twin daughters, Evellyn and Jaedyn. a treat for every sit if you have SOCIETY, AND FRIEND {September 2013}
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Pictures of dozens of animals being wheeled into a gas chamber sickened San Antonio citizens and the fight for reform began. The daunting reality prompted the birth of SNIPSA in 2006 where a small group of veterinarians and caring individuals knew there had to be a better way. A group meeting in Central Market evolved into an organization that has re-homed more than 4500 animals through its adoption program and surgically sterilized an additional 5000 dogs and cats free of charge through its Big Fix clinics. SNIPSA visits high-kill shelters on a weekly basis; removing adoptable pets from death row. Without a standing shelter, SNIPSA utilizes a core group of volunteers to house the rescues in their homes. This gives us an opportunity to learn first-hand about a rescue’s personality and make an appropriate placement between adopter and pet. Some adopters are in search of a running buddy while others want a lap dog. We do our homework because we want this to be the rescue’s last stop. SNIPSA takes in a large number of animals with special medical needs including heartworm disease, fractures, mange, and nursing mothers. With three veterinarians on the board, SNIPSA is able to maximize its dollars and treat many rescues at minimal cost. The problem doesn’t stop at the shelter. Keeping pets from entering the doors of Animal Care Services (ACS) is paramount to the success of the No-Kill movement. People are inclined to do what is right for their pets when services are affordable and accessible.
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In 2009, SNIPSA started its Big Fix spay/neuter clinics going door-to-door distributing bilingual flyers to residents in need. Churches and community centers are converted into MASH style hospitals overnight where more than 80 volunteers and dozens of veterinarians and staff provide approximately 225 free sterilization, vaccination, and micro-chipping services for targeted neighborhoods. Neighborhoods are selected based on data collected from ACS identifying areas with the highest number of impoundments and owner-surrendered animals. Enthusiastic pet owners line up just after dawn to transport animals in laundry baskets, grocery carts, wheelchairs, birdcages, and all sorts of clever means. Big Fix clinics are not without a hefty price tag; costing approximately $15,000 to surgically sterilize, vaccinate, and microchip upwards of 250 animals. This is still a huge savings for tax-payers considering it costs roughly $350 to impound, house, and ultimately euthanize a SINGLE dog or cat at ACS. SNIPSA could not exist as the organization it is today without its staff, volunteers, donors, support of City government, and other like-minded folks that believe one day San Antonio will join the ranks of other major cities in reaching No-Kill. As a community, we have made great strides and have to continue to “dig deep” in finding every adoptable animal a forever home. For more information about our organization, please visit www.snipsa.org.
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Deciding to Hire a Professional Pet Sitter BY CATHY VAUGHAN
The importance of bonding and insurance! As the consumer of a professional service, you should expect to hire a company that can provide you with proof of bonding and insurance policies. With the ever growing popularity of pet sitting as a business, it’s important to hire only legitimate businesses that can offer you and your pets protection and peace of mind when you travel. It is scary enough inviting a stranger into your home when you are away! Make sure you know they are being up front and are covered should anything happen during their service period. A bond or theft policy will cover acts of theft and dishonesty by employees or independent 14
contractors of a business. If a business is solely owned and the owner is the only one providing services, a bond policy may not be appropriate. An insurance policy is a definite must! Insurance covers acts of negligence that lead to property loss as well as insuring the safety and well being of your pets and property while in the care, custody and control of the pet sitter/pet sitting company. Don’t be afraid to ask for a basic coverage statement from your pet sitter. The document may not show specifics on coverage limits, but should give you the peace of mind in knowing that the pet sitting business is covered should something happen in your absence. The document should give the insuring companies con-
Be sure to ask your pet sitter if they’ve received additional training or certification! Continuing education in the industry shows your pet sitter is committed to staying at the forefront of professional pet care with current knowledge. Check out more extensive resources for pet owners seeking a pet sitter at these web sites: Pet Sitters International www.petsit.com National Association of Professsional Pet Sitters www.petsitters.org
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tact information. It is your right as a consumer to call the insuring company and ask if the pet sitting business has a current policy in place. Many professional pet sitters and pet sitting companies belong to one or more of the national organizations promoting pet sitting as a profession. The two most prominent organizations in the United States are Pet Sitters International and National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. Both of these organizations emphasize continuing education for their members by means of a certification program and provide extensive tools for the pet owner to use in choosing a good pet sitter. Top Ten Questions to ask a potential pet sitter on the phone or via email before the meeting: 1. Do you belong to a professional organization? 2. Are you bonded? 3. Are you insured? Can you provide documentation? 4. How long have you been pet s itting and what got you into this as a business? 5. Do you hold any special certifications or have any additional special training? 6. How long are your visits? 7. How much do you charge? 8. What payment forms do you take? (cash should NOT be the only option and checks should be made out to the business name, not an individual) 9. How can we communicate with you while we are away 10.Do you have an emergency back up plan should something happen to you? How much will it cost and when should I book? Each business varies on their pricing structure. Some businesses charge a daily rate while others charge a per visit rate based on the amount of time at the house. In addition, many businesses offer an overnight rate which is {September 2013}
Pet Owner Tip! The day before you leave, call your pet sitter and be sure you speak to them or a representative of the company on the phone who can confirm your booking. Reiterate your departure and return dates and the care you are expecting so everyone is on the same page. One phone call can make all the difference in the world between an enjoyable return and a disastrous one!
usually a set amount. While prices can vary drastically, the average price for a 30 minute full care visit for 2-3 pets is somewhere in the area of $20, give or take a few dollars on each side. It is always important to know what you are paying and exactly the services that are being provided. Some businesses list their prices on their web site. If not, feel free to ask them so everyone is clear! Your pet sitter should provide for you an invoice or confirmation of services in writing or via email outlining the visits to be performed with dates and approximate times (morning, midday, evening, etc...) and the payment amount due. If you do not have an invoice, be sure you have a written contract. To insure your care, make
sure you see something in writing each time you book. Phone calls can be forgotten and post it notes lost! Hiring a pet sitter is like establishing a relationship with any other pet care professional. Like your veterinarian, groomer or trainer, most pet sitters see their relationship with you and your pets as a long term business relationship. It is not uncommon for pet sitters to view many of their clients pets as they do their own. It is never too early to start that relationship with someone you trust. If you think you may need the services of a pet sitter, call them and speak with them. Set up a time you can meet (there may or may not be a fee). Be sure everyone is comfortable. Once you become an established client, it is much easier to fit you into a busy daily schedule. Don’t wait until a couple of days before a big trip! Chances are the best pet sitters will have been booked weeks in advance. So, book your care as soon as you know you need it! Especially on your first booking with a pet sitter. They will need time to come meet with you and get your care set up appropriately. During busy holidays give your sitter about three weeks notice. Any other time, about a week or two, should be sufficient. Pet sitters understand occasional last minute trips and emergencies arise. Once you’ve established a good working relationship, those last minute trips won’t be as big of a deal.
Cathy Vaughan is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter and owns Cathy’s Critter Care. She is the author of How to Start a Home Based Pet Sitting & Dog-Walking Business, has worked with animals for over 30 years, and has been professionally pet sitting for 15 years. She has served as an Ambassador for Pet Sitters International and was nominated for Pet Sitter of the Year. She co-owns Bluebonnet Bunk’n Biscuit Pet Care Facility. Contact: cathy376@gmail.com 15
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Affecting only 1 in 50,000 children, CHI causes the body to produce too much insulin, leading to dramatic, unpredictable drops in blood sugar, seizures, brain damage and possibly death. JC was born 3 weeks early showing all signs of being a happy healthy but hungry little boy. His appetite was insatiable and little did we know he was fighting to stay alive each time he ate. When JC was 8 months old he suffered a life threatening seizure which revealed critical levels as low as 9. Normal blood sugar levels range from 70-110 with levels less than 70 causing irreversible brain damage. The confirmation of the diagnosis was heartbreaking but to learn that the damage done may forever cause our son developmental delays was devastating. As time progressed the disease proved to be difficult to manage and JC continued to suffer from numerous life-threatening episodes, despite having a limited lifestyle. As expected he suffered severe global developmental and speech delays ,which left him unable to communicate his symptoms. We knew we needed help and began our search for a service dog organization willing to work with us. We called many but due to JC’s age, limitations and rare diagnosis there was no guarantee a trained service dog would work for JC. Thanks to our internet CHI support group, we had recently heard of a Not for Profit organization called Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers (SDWR). Dan, the president of SDWR, had successfully placed a service dog with another child suffering from the same diagnosis. After chatting with this family and Dan, we knew this was the path we needed to take. Our son is priceless and the cost of the dog, trainers and travel was $20,000 so we began the next chapter of our journey-fundraising. Thankfully once a small deposit was made, we were placed on a short wait list to receive our service dog and allowed up to 2 years from the time our dog is delivered to raise the remaining funds. In only a few months, on July 4th 2012, JC celebrated his own independence and received his service dog Grace. Our fundraising efforts grew stronger as we sold bracelets that said “Paws for JC”, popcorn, candies and even barbecue plates but the real support came from our family, friends and community. The outpour of interest in JC’s story and sincerity to {September 2013}
help was inspiring and we successfully met our goal in less than a year. We received Grace at only 3 months old and she began alerting us on day one. Since receiving Grace, JC has thrived. He has not suffered a single seizure and we have reduced the number of blood sugar checks from 8 to 4 per day. She helps us maintain blood sugar levels like we never imagined possible and overall, she just makes him a happier child. Grace is trained to alert me, my husband or either of our older daughters when JC’s sugar is less than 80 or greater than 170. In rare instances his sugar will exceed 170 and we need to be alerted because he will drop very quickly to a critically low level . With Grace letting us know he is high ,she helps us keep him stable while his blood sugar fluctuates. When Grace alerts she will become anxious and place her paw on us. We also notice that during this time her nose will be runny, she will yawn repeatedly and her breathing is rapid. Once we confirm an abnormal blood sugar we reward her with treats and lots of praise. While we are working with JC to correct his blood sugar, Grace stays very close to him and will not leave his side until he is recovered. The bond they hold is truly amazing. We will continue to work with a trainer from SDWR (sdwr. org) every 3 months for at least another year to further improve Grace’s obedience and service dog skills. By the end of her training Grace will also be able to retrieve the glucometer, a snack or emergency medication for JC during crisis and even call 911 using a special landline device. Grace works around the clock and even at bedtime sleeps in a crate at JC’s bedside . However, that doesn’t mean she is all work and no play. She gets plenty of love, praise and playtime from her three human sisters and JC. At home she does not wear her service vest and she cuddles with us just like any other pet but when the vest goes on, she knows it is time for business. 19
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elebrities come in all shapes, sizes, and yes, even species. Our pets have played a significant role on the Hollywood scene for many years, but I’d bet you’d be surprised to learn that many of our favorite famous pets were not born with a silver spoon in their mouths, but instead got their starts by being adopted!
Higgins AKA Benji
Higgins, better known as Benji, may be one of the most beloved canines to ever grace the silver screen. Believe it or not, Higgins resided at the Burbank Animal Shelter before being adopted by his owner and trainer, Frank Inn. During his 14 years in show business, this shelter alumnus starred in television shows, most notably Petticoat Junction, The Beverly Hillbillies, and Green Acres, but what
really rocketed him to fame was his Hollywood movie career where he portrayed Benji and Mooch in Mooch Goes to Hollywood. For all of his pet portrayals, Higgins was awarded the PATSY Award (Picture Animal Top Star of the Year) in 1967 and was featured on the cover of TV Guide Magazine. Can you believe it, all because Frank Inn fell in love with a shelter dog!
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If you’re a feline fanatic then you’ve surely heard of 9Lives cat food and the world-famous “spokescat,” Morris! In addition to branding 9Lives cat food with his beautiful face, Morris has “authored” three books, starred in two films, and been honored in People Magazine. Like Higgins, before his climb to fame, Morris was your typical shelter cat at the Hinsdale Humane Society in Illinois, enjoying his catnip and spending his days sunbathing. But his glossy orange coat caught the eye of Bob Martwick, his adopted dad who was also a professional animal handler. Like every notable super star, Morris also gives back. He is the “spokescat” for Morris’s Million Cat Rescue, a campaign to give back to one million homeless cats. From all of his work and stunning good looks, it’s easy to see how he got nicknamed the “Clark Gable of Cats.” What a charmer!
Uggie
Compared to Benji and Moriss, Uggie is new to the Hollywood scene, but I’m sure you’ve seen him in some
of his award winning movies: Mr. Fix It, Water for Elephants, and The Artist. Believe it or not, before his acting career began, Uggie had spent the first three years of his life trying to find a family to call his own. He had been in two different homes and was on his way to the pound when animal trainer Omar Von Muller stepped in and adopted the energetic Jack Russell Terrier. Von Muller couldn’t believe how smart and excited he was to learn and realized this hyper pup lived for the spotlight. Since his adoption, Uggie has won the Palm Dog Award, the Golden Collar Award, starred alongside some of the biggest names in show business, been named the first “spokesdog” for Nintendo, done ad campaigns for PETA, traveled the world, and was the first dog to immortalize his paws in cement on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But when he’s not being a superstar, this adopted dog has what he always wanted, a family to go home to. Are you ready to adopt the next pet celebrity? Check out some of your local shelter dogs at the San Antonio Humane Society! Cutie, Liberty & Whatadog are all ready to be stars!
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ave you ever felt compelled to share your food with your furry family members? It can be quite tempting, but is typically not ideal long term. It can lead to obesity, which is a risk factor for many diseases like diabetes mellitus and arthritis.
Feeding your pet can cause behavioral problems, such as begging, barking, or possibly jumping on tables or others who possess food. It is also important to know that some human foods are toxic to animals. Grapes, raisins, onions, and garlic, are just a few. Consult your veterinarian on what table food may be safe and healthy to share with your pet. Nutrition is cornerstone in preventing and treating many diseases. There are currently three large prescription veterinary diet providers. Purina, Hill’s, and Royal Canin are dedicated to improving animal health by using quality ingredients that have been specifically formulated. These diets can be expensive, but in the long run, are better for your fuzzy friend. Common reasons for prescription diets include gastrointestinal diseases, food allergens, urinary disorders (like urinary stones or kidney disease), weight loss, diabetes mellitus, and liver disease, among others. When prescribed a special diet it is important to follow your veterinarian’s recommendations on portions, consistency (soft or hard), and most of all that your pet enjoys the diet and that it is efficacious. When picking out a diet for your animal consider the following tips: • Check the label to ensure it has been AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) certified. This ensures that the nutrients included in the diet are complete and balanced. • Ask your veterinarian how much you should feed. The recommended amount on the label typically overestimates how much to feed, as it is designed for animals
that have not been spayed or neutered and therefore have a higher metabolic rate and caloric requirements. • Whenever starting a new diet, it is important to gradually introduce the new diet over a long period of time (typically over one week). Each day gradually introduce increasing amounts of the new diet with decreasing amounts of the old food in order to prevent any gastrointestinal upset caused by simply changing their diet. • Be careful when you read the labels, it is difficult to compare amounts of protein, fat, and carbohydrates written on the label. Always consult your veterinarian when trying to compare diets. In the event your animal denies a new diet, there are alternatives. Placement of a short term or long term feeding tube easily provides the nutrients and medications they need. Consulting your veterinarian or veterinary nutritionist about formulating a home cooked diet is also an option. Nutrition is a very important component of your animal’s well being. By following these tips and your veterinarian’s recommendations, this will ensure they are receiving the best care from you. Dr. Amelia Mellett Keith is one of two board certified internists at Mission Veterinary Specialists. She originally hails from Austin, attended veterinary school at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, completed a year long internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Tinton Falls, NJ, and most recently finished her three year small animal internal medicine residency at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
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Host of San Antonio Living & Traffic Reporter for WOAI Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I came to San Antonio in 2000 with my husband who is from here. I started my career in radio and then transitioned to TV as a traffic reporter at WOAI. I’ve been at WOAI since 2002. I currently host the San Antonio Living show, which I LOVE and do traffic for the morning news which is very, very early in the morning. Q: How did your interest in animal issues evolve? A: Working in the news business you hear a lot of stories that prompt you to do something. We hear a lot of stories about animal abuse and strays here in San Antonio. I feel like it is my duty to the community to make sure people know there are options out there. People need to be more responsible! They need to take better care of their animals! I do my best to get the word out about responsible pet ownership. Q: Finally, where are your pets favorite area in your house to be? A: My pet’s favorite place in the house is on the couch—where they are not suppose to be.
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Q: How did your interest in animal issues evolve? A: Most people have a soft spot for dogs or cats and nobody likes seeing them in cages or being put down. After our animal segments air, the shelters often see increases in adoptions, so it’s nice to know what we do helps.
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Q: What is your pets favorite weather conditions? A: Max loves to take walks with my wife, but he’s not the biggest fan of the rain, or the heat and humidity. I think his favorite weather is air conditioning, sitting on the back of the couch and looking out the window.
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Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I’ve been in the San Antonio Media for more than 18 years. I was working in Memphis, sent out a tape, and KSAT happened to be looking for someone. After my initial interview, I came back down to find an apartment which wasn’t very easy. That’s because most places didn’t take big dogs, and at the time, I had a Golden Retriever.
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Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A. I was attending school at Texas A&M University and worked part-time on the weekends for the local rock station. The program director from KZEP (Catfish Crouch) was driving through College Station and called me up and asked when I was graduating. I gave him the date and a couple of months before I graduated in 1993 he called me back and offered me nights at KZEP. I graduated on Saturday morning, moved to San Antonio on Sunday, and went to work the following Monday night at KZEP. From there I went to middays at another rock station in San Antonio for close to a decade before heading to BMP Radio and working for KTSA and others since 2005. Q:Does your pet have any special ways of communicating to you? A: Rex is hilarious. He communicates with me all the time. He truly has become like a third child to me. Rex and my children, Wyatt & Tatum are very close and it’s such a great thing to watch them together. The best thing about him is that he always looks like he’s laughing which makes us laugh. He’s a big loud, lovable, clumsy fur ball..... and I love that he is all ours.
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Q: What type of pets do you have and what are their names? A: I have dogs/cats and fish. Millie was adopted from ACS in 2007 after I went to do a story on pet adoptions and she was the dog they brought be to be used as B-roll for my story. I made eye contact with her and that was it. I adopted her that day especially knowing her days were counted. Bella was given to my husband by a neighbor whose son was going away to college and couldn’t care for her anymore. My two cats are Monke and AB Earl. The Monke was found at the Wal-Mart on De Zavala and I-10 in parking lot. AB Earl was the last cat of a litter at my vets office. No one wanted her because I think she was the runt. The lady that was going to get her never showed up to take her. I felt she was neglected twice so I just had to take her. My fish are all from PetSmart. There are also two other dogs that are part of our family but are at my dad’s place of business. I usually tend to take in the pets no one wants.
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Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I’ve been working in the media for around 12 years now…I started off in 2001 in Laredo, Texas working at KLDO Univision 27 then came to San Antonio in 2006 to work with KWEX Univision 41.
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Q: What does your dog like to investigate in the backyard or around your house? A: He hates squirrels! If he sees one outside he goes screaming through the dog door. On the other hand, he loves to point flies! If I could get him to point Pheseant & Quail the way he points flies... he’d be a million dollar dog. Which he is to my family anyway!!
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Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I came to San Antonio in 2003 as a freelance gig with KENS. At that time KENS had 3 pregnant reporters, which were about to go out on maternity leave. Bill Taylor and I were friends from our time together at WSFA-TV in Montgomery, AL. We saw each other at a mutual friend’s wedding in Eureka Springs, AR and he asked if I had a resume and disc with me and I gave it to him and the News Director called me 2 days later and asked me to come work for him through the end of the year. Once I got here he asked if I would consider staying on a permanent basis. It must have been where God wanted me at the time because I met my beautiful wife, Suella here and now have an amazing 4 1/2 year old son.
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Co-Host of the News Radio 1200 WOAI Lawn and Garden Show Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I have been involved in the San Antonio Media since graduation from Texas Christian University (TCU) back in 1963. I began my radio career with a small station in the Rio Grande Valley for a few months, and then came home to San Antonio in November of that year to work for a FM station as a evening DJ. For the past 22 years I have been with Clear Channel Media & Entertainment working on the air, in promotions and in sales. Currently I host the Saturday morning lawn and garden show with my garden expert David Rodriguez on 1200 WOAI. During the week I work as a Senior Account Executive in the CCME sales department. I also do the TV and Radio voice-over for North Park Lincoln and Kahlig Auto Group. Q: What vegetables in your “home garden” do your pets like to eat most? A: My home garden consists mostly of flowers in containers and hanging baskets. I grow a few tomatoes every now and then, and have a couple of citrus trees. I do like to feed birds, and of course that attracts squirrels, and my pups love to chase those guys …. and lizards!
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Q:What is your favorite activity to do with your pet? A: Like most cats, Mowgli loves to nap and so do I! However, he definitely has a playful side. He loves to play hide and seek around my apartment and play with toy mice. He’s a great buddy and is always waiting by my door for me when I come home.
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Q: How did you get involved in the San Antonio Media? A: I was born and raised in San Antonio and while earning my communications degree at the University of Incarnate Word, I nabbed an internship at Fox 29. After that, I was hired as a freelance reporter and worked on the production of “Thursday Night Lights” and as the “Weekend Movie Spotlight” host for the CW 35 and Fox 29. After graduating, I landed a job that took me to Southeast Texas. I was hired as a weekend anchor, producer, and reporter at KBTV in Beaumont, Texas. Even though I enjoyed my experiences in Beaumont, I longed to come back to my hometown. When I saw a reporter job open up at KABB, I jumped at the chance to grab it.
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This revelation is more well-known and well-understood today than in the last few decades, but too many pet owners are still ignoring the dangers of extra weight on their pets, especially their whiskered friends. Excess weight is one of the most influential factors in the development of arthritis, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases. Everyone knows—many firsthand from personal experience—how even shedding just a few pounds can result in improved mobility and increased overall motivation to be active. And the same is true for your cat. Research suggests that carrying excess weight may shorten a pet’s life by as much as two years, and can cause the onset of painful arthritis two years sooner. Diabetes, an inherited disease, has a much higher chance of developing in overweight felines, but may never become a problem for a healthy-weight cat. The more obese a cat becomes, the more likely it will become diabetic. Hepatic lipidosis, or fatty liver, is another potentially fatal
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disease in overweight cats; hepatic lipidosis can develop in as few as 48 hours when an overweight cat stops eating for any reason. So how can we help our pets stay trim? Understanding your cat’s dietary habits is key. The average cat prefers to eat about 10-15 times a day, just a few nibbles at a time. This method, free-feeding, works well for most cats, but boredom may increase the number of trips your cat makes to the food bowl. By keeping your cat playfully active and engaged, you’ll help your pet stay healthy and have some fun at the same time! A string tied to a stick with something crinkly or fuzzy on the other end of the string, and a little imagination—you and your cat will both be entertained. Food puzzles, like kibbles put in a paper bag or under an overturned basket or box, may help to motivate cats with more food-based interests to romp
and tumble. For really tough cases of overeating, you will have to take a firm stance, and regulate your cat’s food intake. Instead of filling your cat’s bowl to the top, follow the feeding guide on the food package and be sure to feed a highquality adult cat diet as recommended by your veterinarian. Replace your cat’s habits of eating when bored with extra playtime and affection. Cats typically adjust their desires for personal interaction by the amount of affection offered to them, so in other words, ignoring your cat means your cat will ignore you. By the same token, loving on and playing with your cat a lot will cause your cat to desire that time with you. A more active cat means a healthier, happier pet—and owner! Shannon Pigott, CVPM, ACC – Owner of City Veterinary Hospital, Friendship Pet Hospital and Wellness Center, Mission Pet Emergency and creator of Genesis Breed-Specific Health Care™
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WILLIAM, KAITLYN & HAILEY WITH THEIR DOG NIKO They love Niko because he is a retired hero who protected their daddy and the soldiers and now loves playing ball, giving kisses and keeping their family safe.
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return. It’s our responsibility to give them the proper care that they need. 5) Owning a pet comes with daily costs, such as food or daycare and ongoing expenses like vaccines and heartworm preventive. Additionally, unexpected costs could crop up! 6) A good way to avoid surprise expenditures is to follow wellness protocols that your veterinarian can customize for your individual pet. Pet health savings plans and pet insurance also help to reduce or even eliminate veterinary bills. 7) Don’t forget your pet needs you to watch for his mental/social health as well. Behavior classes and a wide selection of toys can help minimize behavioral issues. 8) Common sense and responsible pet ownership, like neutering your pet and using microchips, can have a big impact on keeping your pet’s costs under control. 9) Your veterinarian and their team can offer you wonderful advice on the type of pet that might be best for you and your family.
1) Studies show that owning pets enhances a child’s self-esteem and teaches responsibility and respect. Kids with pets are also more active in sports, clubs and hobbies. 2) Pets can help adults lower blood pressure levels and ease stress and anxiety. 3) Senior citizens with pets are more likely to be involved in daily activities and show lower cholesterol and blood pressure levels than seniors without pets. 4) Even though our pets give us all of these great benefits plus unconditional love, they ask for very little in 34
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t may surprise you to hear that chewing food could be painful for your pet. Unlike us, our pets do not have the luxury of having their teeth brushed daily, which places even more importance on a once yearly deep cleaning with your veterinarian.
We find that severe oral disease does not just lead to a deep aching pain while chewing food and playing with toys, but can also result in bacteria infecting the jaw or facial bones. The bacteria can also spread via the blood stream to infect the liver, kidneys and heart resulting in permanent damage to those organs. A preventative dental visit can avoid all of these complications. So how do veterinarians determine your pet’s dental health? At each pet’s yearly preventative care exam, they will evaluate the condition of the teeth and surrounding gums to measure oral health, categorize them into
Recommendations for Normal, Stage 1 and post professional cleaning 1. Brush your pet’s teeth every day a. Visit a veterinarian’s office for tips on how to brush your pet’s teeth b. Use Oral rinses daily c. CET brand rinse is recommend to kill bacteria that makes plaque that leads to calculus formation 2. Add a prescription dental diet to your pet’s food. It is recommend to give a minimum of 1/3 prescription dental diet with 2/3 normal over the counter diet a. However, a full prescription diet will keep your pet’s mouth in the best possible condition. b. The dental diets are made to mechanically scrub the teeth, as the kibbles are crushed during chewing and remove bacteria. 3. Use CET Treats, and Greenies to help reduce plaque buildup 4. Have your pet’s teeth cleaned professionally every year. Recommendations for Stage 2, 3 and 4. 1. A professional cleaning is the only way to resolve dental disease and remove tartar. a. The patient must be anesthetized for safety of their airway, pain management, and proper scaling under {September 2013}
stages 1, 2, 3 or 4. They will look for cavities in the teeth, fractures, moving teeth, gingival hyperplasia (excessive gum growth), ulcerations, masses and signs of oral tumors. From here they will give you a detailed treatment plan for how to best care for your pet’s needs. However, sometimes it is hard to see every surface in an awake patient so a more thorough exam and radiographs are done when they are anesthetized for their dental procedure. For comparison purposes below are pictures of the different stages in humans vs dogs.
the gum and around all teeth. b. Each tooth must hand scaled below the gum line to insure there is no tartar or plaque or the dental disease will not be properly treated. c. A vet will then do a more extensive exam and radiographs looking for crown fractures, exposed pulp, cavities/resorptive lesions, oral masses, tonsillitis and abscessed teeth. The appropriate therapy can then be prescribed, like root canals, extraction, and enamel restoration. d. Finally the teeth are polished to eliminate any micro fractures that plaque can stick too. Keep annual preventative care visits a priority to keep your pet happy and healthy. Dr. Wright comes from a family of veterinarians, and currently works at Vital Pet Huebner Oaks Veterinary Hospital. She was chosen from 36 other veterinarians as Vital Pet’s Practitioner of the year in 2012 37
Q: I have a collie and he sheds everywhere. Is there any product or anything I can do to minimize his shedding? Thank You—Emily H. A: All dogs have various shedding episodes, Poodles are the exception. Adding a fatty acid to the diet can slow the shedding down, i.e. Dream Coat, AllerG3 caps. A bath every 2 to 3 weeks and a good brushing can help to remove loose hair. I am not a proponent of shaving but that is another possibility. Q: My older dog is acting very aggressive towards our new puppy. Is there any medication that would be safe to give him that would calm him down? Thank You.—Roberta G. A: Bringing a new puppy into a home with an older dog can be challenging. It usually takes time, sometimes up
to several months for the older pet to adjust. You can try using Rescue Remedy orally for your older dog to help ease the anxiety that he may be feeling, follow the dosing instructions given by your veterinarian. Remember to use caution during feeding times and around your older dog’s possessions such as bedding or toys. Always introduce new pets slowly and if possible in a neutral territory. One thing you might try is taking the dogs on short walks together, allowing them to get used to each other and bond in a controlled situation. Continue to give your older dog some one on one time with you away from the puppy. If you feel that your older dog is showing a dangerous level of aggression towards the new puppy, contact your veterinarian for more detailed guidance. 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, ultrasonography, and rehabilitation therapy. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine. Dr. Kirby treats dogs, cats, birds and exotics. Please email all questions for Dr. Kirby to Dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com.
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LOVE FOR PAWS RESCUE 210-639-4039 loveforpawsrescue.com MISSY’S HAVEN CANINE RESCUE 210-788-7420 missyshaven.org PAWS FOR SERVICE pawsforservice.org PAWS N CLAWS RESCUE 210-360-9933 PawsNClawsRescueSATX.com PROTECTING ANIMALS WITHIN SAN ANTONIO (P.A.W.S.) 210-445-8586 sapaws.weebly.com RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERS ALLIANCE 210-822-6763 responsiblepetowners.org SA K9’S SERVICE DOG CLUB 210-214-0182 SAN ANTONIO GUARDIAN ANGELS 210-379-9034 sanantonioguardianangels.com
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