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The military men and women leave a lot behind when they go on overseas deployment--not the least of which is separation from a much loved pet, but there is an organization, Dogs on Deployment, which will give references for suitable boarders in the area to love and care for the pet during deployment. Going through

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right fit for the pet and that it will be well cared for during its stay. There are several things that the person who is to be deployed should do in sufficient time in order to find the best temporary housing for the pet. In an introductory query email, as much information about the dog, as well as the reason

this organization undoubtedly alleviates some of the uncertainty and concern about the pet's welfare while the deployed must be gone. It is a networking service, not a placement. Rather, it pairs up the military person with a boarder, one listed by DoD. It is up to the owner to personally contact the potential boarder and screen them in order to be confident that the household is a

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Third Annual Seashore Trolley Dog Day

KENNEBUNKPORT ME— Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport loves dogs so much that it designates the first Saturday of June as “Seashore Trolley Dog Day”, RAIN or SHINE! On June 6th, the always dogfriendly Seashore Trolley Museum has lined up a Blessing of the Dogs at 11:30 am, Dog Wash and Dog “manicure” services from 10 am to 2 pm, as well as demonstrations, information, and products for sale by

a variety of dog-related organizations and businesses. Looking for a dog to adopt? Both Animal Welfare Society and Lucky Pup Rescue will be on hand to help you find the dog of your dreams! There’s a lot for people to do with their dogs, and they can plan to spend the day. Lunch service will be available mid-day, and a makeyour-own ice cream sundae bar will be open in the afternoon. Guests are also welcome to bring picnics. Offering unlimited rides (with your dog) on vintage streetcars, exhibits, hiking, and a museum store, the museum is appealing to all age groups. Seashore Trolley Museum is the world’s oldest and largest electric railway museum. The scope and quality of the Museum’s collection of public transit vehicles attract visitors from across the country and the globe. For additional details, contact director@neerhs.org or call 207-9672800 ext 101 or visit www.trolleymuseum.org.

The 4th Annual Greater Bangor Bark For Life

BANGOR, ME: Cancer survivors along with their friends, families, canines, and other supporters, will be gathering again this year at the Hollywood Casino Raceway in Bangor on Saturday, June 13. The event will run from 5pm to 8 pm. The walk will start at 7:30 pm. Greater Bangor Bark for Life is an American Cancer Society Relay for Life event where participants meet to walk the track along with their four-legged friends. Over the last three years, participants have raised over $50,000 to help find a cure for cancer. At this year's event there will be dog-related

activities and musical entertainment. There will also be vendors and food on site. Those wishing to participate can register online at relayforlife. org/barkbangor or the day of the event. The registration fee is $25 per person, $10 for cancer survivors. Each participant will receive a T-shirt for themselves and a bandana for their canine companion. If anyone is interested in volunteering they can contact the Greater Bangor Bark for Life by email at greaterbangorbark4life@ gmail.com or by messaging them on Facebook. For more information, contact Elizabeth Tilton, Greater Bangor Bark for Life Co-Chair at 735-7224.

Citizens’ Scientists asked to Help with Survey of Community Cats FREEPORT, ME - Community Spay-Neuter Clinic and Center for Wildlife Health Research of Freeport, Maine are collaborating to survey the population of unowned cats in Maine and estimate the effectiveness to date of spay-neuter of this population. This survey is funded by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation. Community or unowned cats (barn, feral, stray) present a tremendous animal welfare problem in Maine, contributing to homelessness and ongoing shelter intakes beyond the number of homes that can be provided. Maine funders, shelters, and rescues are increasingly working towards reducing this population of cats, and spay-neuter is a popular method of doing this.

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Cassi, aka The Princess

Well, DDN readers, I think we can officially say that Spring is here to stay! WE MADE IT! This winter was a tough one for all of us and I am so happy to be on the other side of it. One of our distributors has said to me in the past: "I'll take mud over snow any day!" So even though they might be a pain to clean up, I'm definitely looking forward to muddy pawprints around the house! I hope you and your animals are as well. For this month we are taking some time to honor our heroes - the men, women and canines that serve our country in the military. Our cover story includes information about how we as civilians can give back and help these individuals. One way we touch on is through Dogs on Deployment, a unique and amazing organization that bring pet boarders and service personnel together so that military furbabies aren't

left behind. A number of pet surrenders are because of a deployment. Dogs on Deployments allows military pet owners the peace of mind that their animals are safe, well cared for and waiting for them to return home. We also focus on the adoption process for retired military service dogs. The dogs that lay their lives on the line to make sure we stay safe. Once they retire, organizations work hard to make sure they are in loving, safe places for the rest of their days. I wanted to highlight these organizations not just because

Molly, aka Nugget

they are unique in the service they provide for military personnel and canines, but also because I feel like a lot of us Mainers could help. We have a lot of space up here and a lot of wonderful pet-friendly areas.

Maine is a haven for animals that either need a safe place to stay until their owner return from duty or for a retired working dog to relax. Read the story and think about whether you can help in some way! In my personal world, Baby Abel has ALMOST figured out how to crawl - so things are getting interesting! The Beagles continue to be amazing with him. Cassi especially loves snuggling and playing with Abel. Molly (our senior citizen) is interested if there is food involved, and Johnnie is coming around. All three of them have discovered that when the baby is in that tall chair in the dining room - food is to be had! Check in next month for our winners of the Best of the Best contest! -Katie, Baby & The 3 Beagles

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Johnnie, aka Little Man

Table of Contents Hot Dog News ........................ Furry Words ............................ Ask the Vet................................. Basic Training Tips ................ Baxter ........................................ Made In Maine ....................... Performance Dog Training. Words, Woofs & Meows ...... By-Product Vs. Meal ............. Dogs for Adoption................. Calendar of Events ............... Business Directory ................

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Sara Moore, Animal Communicator

I am not a vet, a dog trainer, or a behaviorist, and at the moment I’m not even a dog owner. I am a psychic medium, empath, and energy worker. What the heck does that mean? I relay information animals give me. The messages come from their perspective, and it’s up to you to work with the trained and licensed professionals to decode what has been presented. If you’ve had a reading with me, you know that I always begin with, “I’m not a vet or a trainer, so if anything medical comes up, use your judgment and work with a veterinarian. If he tells you, I’m crazy, he wins.” I’m all for the medical field, and they’ve worked hard to be exceptionally good at what they do. I’m another resource you can use to complement traditional therapies. That being said, I’ve never actually seen anyone (animal or human) get acupuncture, but I’ve had a lot of animals ask for it. I like that with energy work I don’t actually have to touch, but lots of your animals beg for massages. Sometimes it’s from you, and other times they want a professional to do it. I think a few of you have been encouraged to learn a little more about how to do it “right” so you can help your dog feel better. Chiropractic is something I’ve used for years on myself, and so many animals ask for this as well. I love it when a horse tells me what he wants the chiropractor to do to him. Usually the owner validates that this is, in fact, how he normally manipulates him. So cool! Recently, I did a reading for a woman whose dog was not eating and was quickly losing weight. She had tried all of the traditional approaches and nothing was working. She reached out to me as a last resort which seems to be the way I get a lot of new clients. She didn’t tell me anything other than the dog wasn’t eating. As an empath, I feel what the animal is feeling, and there was this very strange sensation at the base of my esophagus. It didn’t feel like the little flap that kept the food down, and it didn’t feel like my stomach. It was pressure, though, and I had never experienced it before. I wanted to tell her that there were organs or intestines pushing up where they shouldn’t be. She said it didn’t really make

any sense to her because she was pretty sure she had something going on with her stomach. This just didn’t “light up” for me. She called me the day before she was taking her for an x-ray of her belly area. The dog said that wouldn’t show the real issue, and she needed to go higher to see what was going on. Now I realize that if I’m wrong it’s a very expensive “oopsy”. This is when I reiterate that it’s ultimately up to you what you and the vet decide. I’m merely the messenger, and I can be wrong! She said that she would ask the vet to do a second image up higher and make a follow up fifteen minute reading. We were hoping to have more solid answers for this one and make sure the dog was on board with the recommended treatment. Instead of telling you what happened, I’m going to share the review she wrote: “Sara originally did a reading for our dog and was dead on, and we have now booked surgery (that was much needed). She honestly pinpointed an issue and when we asked the vet to look closer, he found the issue that we've been dealing with for over a year with no answers - which is why I turned to Sara in the first place. She will rock a skeptic’s world. She did a reading for me and a reading for my fiance, and it was perfectly accurate and then some. We will be using Sara again - her energy is incredible!” That is just amazing, even to me, that the dog was that clear and that by using a combination of approaches, they were able to help her! I share that with you because I know how much you love your dogs. They want to help you any way they can, and if that means giving them a voice, why not try it? You don’t even need to call me. Did you know that you are able to communicate with them, too? Be open to the thoughts that float through your mind when you’re sitting with them. If your knee is suddenly sore, maybe it’s really your animal’s that you’re feeling. And if you’re a skeptic, save your money and do what feels right for you. I’m not here to convince or convert. I am simply here as a conduit for the messages being relayed. Sara Moore is a psychic medium for people and animals. She lives in Conway, NH and can be reached at enlightenedhorizons@ gmail.com. Readings can be done in person or long distance via phone or email. For more information and upcoming classes so you can learn how to better communicate with your pets, go to www.enlightenedhorizons.com.

Ask the Vet . . .

Dr. Judith Herman

How Can I Help A Dog Suffering from Grief or Separation Anxiety?

I am taking care of my brother’s dog until he gets back from his tour of duty. Ever since he left,Tank, his dog, hasn’t been eating and is really disinterested in everything until I leave. When I leave, he has a field day tearing up my house and peeing on my rug. I really want to take care of Tank, but I can’t deal with this. I was told to crate him when I go out. That was a disaster too. He broke out of the crate, and I had to take him to the vet for stitches. What is going on?

Tank’s problems are not that unusual for a dog that has had a big upheaval in his life. Many second hand dogs, such as shelter dogs, suffer from some of these problems too. The first problem I see is the not eating and the lack of engagement. These are signs of grieving. The other is separation anxiety, which is extremely common and comes in many degrees of anxiety. First, we will discuss the grieving. Where there is a loss or a death, animals grieve like humans but in their own way. You can see it in their eyes, facial expressions, lethargy, lack of engagement, and appetite loss. It can take a toll on them which can lead to illness. One of the first things I give my patients is the homeopathic remedy called Ignatia. It is for acute grieving such as their guardian leaving or a death. Another good medicine is Rescue remedy. The Ignatia comes in a bottle of tiny pellets. I like to crush a couple of pellets in 8 oz. of water, once disolved, I give one teaspoon of the medicine water. I repeat it if there is no change. Rescue remedy comes in a liquid. You would give a few drops at a time and repeat if no change.

If the symptoms don’t start improving, then seeing a veterinarian is indicated. There may be something truly wrong with him. If he checks out and is still depressed, take him to a homeopathic veterinarian or behavioralist for a work up. The second problem I see is separation anxiety. Most dogs have a degree of this problem. Many people say they leave treats for their dogs before they leave, but the treats are not touched until the guardian comes home, and the dog dives for them. This is a mild form of separation anxiety. In Tank’s case, the separation anxiety is much worse. Many trainers suggest crates to protect the dog and the home. The problem is the anxiety can build, and many of these dogs will do what Tank did which is break out. To know if the behavior is just being bored and naughty or if there is an anxiety problem, you can video tape him while you are gone. If this is too technological for you, just leave for 10 to 15 minutes and come back. Most of the time, the damage or house soiling will already have happened. Again, you want to work with a behavioralist or a veterinarian who is either board certified or has studied behavior. The dogs I have worked with have responded to homeopathy and behavior modification techniques. I rarely use anxiety medication, but in some cases they are recommended. There are herbal mixtures that can be bought over the counter that may help. The best is to work with a professional who will set up a treatment plan and be supportive in the process. It is also good to find places Tank feels safe. Both of these problems are common and treatable. This is a great thing you are doing for Tank and your brother. I know with professional help everything will work out well. Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center, Augusta, ME www.mainehomeopathicvet.com officeawc@roadrunner.com

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HEROES from page 1 that the dog needs to be boarded, will help to reduce the number of questions necessary later on. In the subsequent initial phone call, some of the areas that need to be addressed are: what is the household like, are there children, other dogs or cats? Is there a fenced yard or will the dog be leash walked? What are their attitudes on disciplining dogs, and how do they plan to discipline your dog? How many hours during the day will the dog be left alone? Several meet and greets must be planned so that the dog and boarder can sniff each other out. A meeting in a neutral area is best, perhaps a park where the dog will feel comfortable. Treats are basic necessities. Later, plan a meeting in the boarder's home for you and your dog to get an initial assessment of the house, other pets or children, and some information on the household routine. After that, it is suggested by DoD to have the potential boarder come to your house to get better acquainted with the dog. Growling and snarling by the dog has to be carefully assessed and dealt with accordingly. Sometimes, these two new acquaintances may take time to warm up to each other. Again, take advantage of the power of treats. A weekend with the dog at the "new home" will give everyone more assurance that it will be a suitable arrangement. In addition, there is a sample contract made up by DoD that should be signed by both parties. References from the boarder's vet or groomer, possibly a background check, will ensure the quality and character of the dog's potential caretaker. You are finding a place for a highly valued family member to stay

while you are gone--all precautions ought to be taken so that you can leave with a minimum amount of worry about your dog's welfare. While the boarder cannot ask for payment for services, there should be some agreement beforehand on how he will be reimbursed for pet supplies, grooming, necessary vet visits, etc. Further, discuss the plan of financial reimbursement or replacement should your dog chew up the boarderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. T he DoD website, dogsondeployment.org, gives additional itemization of the steps to be taken before you place your dog, but with thorough research and preparation, you can leave with peace of mind that your dog will be well cared for during your absence. Another service offered for dogs and the military is an adoption program for the trained military

working dogs. Chief Petty Officer Kat Ellison, who was a handler for ten years, now works in operations in Florida. Military working dogs (MWD) are trained at Lackland Air Force Base by the 341st Training Squadron. Their mission is to provide trained military working dogs (affectionately called the Puppy Program) and handlers for the Department of Defense which are then sent out to defense units around the world for their service. The kennel master at each unit is the one who monitors subsequent adoptions since that person is the one most familiar with the dogs and the one who will best know which dogs are suitable for placement. Most are adopted from the service unit, while other dogs are adopted directly out of Lackland Air Force Base. However, these dogs are few. The dogs who are up for adoption

are either young dogs who have not met the standards required by the MWD program or they are older dogs who have retired due to age. Some are dogs who have had to retire because of medical or other issues, hip problems being one of the most common. These dogs work very hard for us and, like us, their bodies can wear down in time. Potential adoptees range in age from one to thirteen years, with the average age being seven and a half to eight years. They are, as a rule, German Shepherd Dogs, Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherds, Labrador Retrievers, or, on occasion, herding/sporting breed dogs such as Springer Spaniels, along with some mixed breed dogs. In addition, Jack Russell terriers are often used in order to get into small spaces. The

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Basic Training Tips by Diana Logan

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This is a fun game for everyone! Teach your dog to recognize different people by their names! You will need: 1. 1 hungry dog (we'll call him "Rex") wearing a collar or harness with a short leash attached 2. 2 people (for the sake of this article, the two people are "Mary" and "Fred") 3. Lots of yummy treats 4. A small, non-distracting environment Process: 1. “Mary” secures Rex by the leash. 2. Mary says, "Find FRED!" and releases Rex simultaneously. "FRED" is enunciated very clearly. 3. If Rex goes to Fred right away, he gets an immediate party lasting at least 5 seconds. If he hesitates even a bit, Fred will make invitational noises (no words) and throws that

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Person should turn his head to the side in disengagement. Right Person will have to start a little party without Rex who will probably not want to be left out. The destination person needs to secure Rex by the leash each time to keep him from auto-bungeeing between people. Add as many people as you like, but do so one at a time, only adding additional people when Rex has the previous ones down. Practice this several times, stopping when Rex still wants to play. Vary the variables; add distance, distractions, say name in different ways. Hide in different rooms. Try to keep names distinct, so it’s easier for Rex to differentiate between them. A Real Test of Skill once Rex has mastered the game - the person with the dog says, “find X” (“X” being himself!). Rex will need many, many repetitions of this exercise to make the connection between that funny sound (the person's name) and the person.

• Moments before a special friend arrives, say that person's name enthusiastically. You may repeat it until the person comes in. • Avoid using other words. This is a fun, rewarding game for people and dogs of all ages! It's a wonderful recall game, and once people start moving out of sight, it has the added benefit of engaging that fabulous doggie olfactory system. Teach Rex object names, too! Dogs are very good at putting together patterns that result in something relevant to them (think about how many dogs respond to the appearance of the leash!). We can take advantage of this skill when we train our dogs. If your dog loves balls and a frisbee, for instance, you can teach him their names by saying the word before you present the item. Do not say it simultaneously. Again, he's going to need numerous repetitions in order to make the connection. Chaser, the famous Border Collie, learned the names of more than 1000 different toys, so I guess we'd better get to work! Then, there's fascinating research on the ability of dogs to count.. but that's for another day... What did your dog learn today?

Diana Logan, CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge-Assessed Pet Connection Dog Training, North Yarmouth, Maine www.dianalogan.com 207-252-9352

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To honor to our long time contributor, Baxter, we will be reprising some of his best pieces from over the years. This month's column was inspired by the May 2008 piece.

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Ah, spring, a time for all of us (except you poodles, doodles, and hairless types) to finally shed the fur we’ve built up all winter. I prefer a nice stiff carpet to rub my back on. And I love to run out into the fresh air of a sunny morning to roll around on the grass. Unfortunately, spring is also a time when humans begin to shed their coverings. Now humans have many fine qualities: they feed us, pet us, open doors for us, but somehow, over eons of time, they lost most of their fur. It might have something to do with growing a thumb. Perhaps their bodies couldn’t support fur and a thumb. In the winter, they make up for this defect by covering anything larger than the size of a paw with cloth or (and I’m sorry to have to mention this) the skin of some poor animal. They keep themselves covered inside and when they go out into the snow they add more coverings! Spring is another matter. In spring, they begin to remove those coverings, layer after layer, as spring continues into summer until they reveal skin. The males especially are fond of taking their tops off. Let’s face it: it’s not a pretty sight. The older ones have more fur inside their ears than on their backs. This is also why it’s not a great idea to go to the beach with them in the spring or summer no matter how much you like the water. They take off almost all their coverings for this ritual. Better to focus on other dogs, the water, chasing sticks, and rolling in all the great things that wash up. Thought for the month: Clothes may make the man, but fur makes the dog.

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preferred breeds trained as MWDs are the Belgian Malinois and the Dutch Shepherd--these dogs have shorter coats and don't overheat so quickly when out in the field. For all of these heroes, the training is rigorous and extensive. First priority for adoption goes to Civilian Law Enforcement Agencies. If the dog is not suitable for that type of service, the next adoption priority goes to the handler of the dog, which is most often the case. Therefore, there is not a huge number of military working dogs available for adoption by the public. Due to the demand, there is a long wait--usually

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up to 12 months or more. If someone is interested in adopting a military working dog, patience is a must. One of the contractual obligations for adoption of a MWD by the general public is that it cannot be used for security or guard duty, nor can it be used for drug detection work--those jobs are only an option for the Law Enforcement Agencies. There is much more detailed information about the adoption process found on the Official Adoption Website of the Department of Defense Military Working Dog--www. 37trw. af.mil.

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If you live here, you know. If you’ve visited here, you know – Maine is one pretty special place. This state boasts countless miles of breathtaking coastline, gorgeous mountains, glittering lakes and expansive forests. Some of the kindest people call the state of Maine their home and welcome the thousands of visitors that travel to the “Natural Treasure” each year. Each year it also seems like Maine becomes more and more welcoming to the fourlegged family members of bandannas are special. Owner all made with a side release residents and visitors alike. Janice was inspired by her own buckle system in a huge variety Maine is one of the most pet- dog Mack who always wore of fabric pattern choices and friendly states in the country. a bandanna. No matter how buckle color choices. Entire communities have tightly Janice secured Mack’s Mutt Nose Best – grooming pledged to welcome pets by bandanna, he would always products. providing pet-friendly lodging, lose it somewhere in the yard. www.muttnosebest.com restaurants and shops. It’s no She got to thinking about how Mutt Nose Best was born surprise then that a number of to fix this problem and came when Bandit, the owners’ locals have taken to providing up with “Kno-Knot” solution pup, needed a healing balm for these animals through their – a buckle! Her bandannas are for his sunburnt nose. With a own business ventures. Since Downeast Dog News focuses on the pethappenings of Maine, we All of our advertisers have products avilable online thought it only right to their websites as well as retailer lists put a spotlight on those small businesses that have devoted their time, energy and money to our animals! As one local business to another, we are thrilled to showcase a number of different Made In Maine Pet Products and Retailers this month. Make sure to read up on these great businesses and check out their products!

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B a r k D a n n a s – apparel. www. barkdannasofmaine . com BarkDannas of Maine creates fun, flirty and fancy dog bandannas. Their tagline: “It’s all about the buckle!” says plenty about why these

background in skincare and formulating as well as herbal remedies for humans, the first Mutt Nose Best product came together. Years later, Bandit’s nose is healed and Mutt Nose Best has expanded into a small batch manufacturer of all natural pet products out of Bangor, ME. Check out their shop and read their story on their website. Herbs For Life –supplements. www.petwellnessblends.com Located in York, ME, Herbs For Life is a small batch manufacturer of organic herbal supplement blends for dogs, cats and horses. All of their products are created without artificial agents, using only the best wholesome and organic ingredients to keep pets healthy! Herbs For Life is devoted to bringing balance to mind, body and spirit of animals through their products. To learn more about their offerings and how they could help your animal, visit website today! on their Bella Boo’s Blues – treats/food. www. bellaboosblues.com Bella Boo’s Blues was founded in the winter of 2006 by a mother/daughter team. The team was sitting down to brainstorm how to help their rural town’s unemployment needs, when inspiration hit in the form an Italian Greyhound. Bella, their pup, was in search of a treat while Cheryl (mom) and Angela (daughter) were enjoying some blueberry and white chocolate cookies. Being out of dog treats, and of course not able to give Bella one of their human

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TRAINING YOUR PERFORMANCE DOG Agility, Obedience, Tracking By Carolyn Fuhrer

Agility – Dogs Need Useful Information There are different levels of tracking tests for dogs: The TD test, or Tracking Dog test, which is designed to test the dog’s ability to follow a track laid by a person under a variety of conditions on moderate terrain and to find an article dropped by that person at the end of the track. The TDU test, or Tracking Dog Urban test, is an optional titling test to test the dog’s ability to follow a track laid by a person under a variety of scenting conditions in an urban environment and to find the articles dropped by this person. While it is certainly a fine accomplishment to pass either of these tests and something to be very proud of, the passing of either of these tests does not automatically mean you should

enter the next level. Passing a TD or TDU makes you and your dog eligible to enter a more advanced test such as a TDX (Tracking Dog Excellent) or VST (Variable Surface Tracking) but entering one of these advanced tests should not be taken lightly. The TDX and VST are much, much harder than a TD or TDU and require a great deal more training for the dog as well as the handler. Entries to tracking tests are very limited and good tests are few and far between. To be fair to your fellow trackers you should be very sure both you and your dog are capable of passing an advanced test before you enter, otherwise you might take someone’s place who is truly ready to pass. The pass rates for the advanced tests are very low – less than 20% for a TDX and less than 10% for a VST as compared to a 50% + pass rate for a TD. Entering a test just to see if you

can pass or because you have the time and money to enter is really irresponsible if you have not fully prepared and truly believe you and your dog are ready. The advanced tests require mental and physical stamina from you and your dog as well as a much more intricate understanding of scent and what happens under various conditions and how to help your dog solve these problems. Where a TD track might take 5 to 15 minutes, a TDX or VST could take an hour or more – this is a long, long time to work and stay mentally focused for both handler and dog.

Depending upon the team and their experience, it can take more than a year of training from passing an entry level test to being prepared to enter an advanced test. How do you know you are ready? First of all, you should have put in some regular purposeful training time – not just running an occasional track when you had the chance. You should feel very confident on blind tracks (a track someone else has laid and you don’t know where it goes). You should have exposed your dog to all kinds of scenting problems under all weather conditions. You must also feel confident in your working relationship with your dog, knowing that you understand how to help your dog and that your dog will give that extra effort that may be required to pass, despite fatigue and difficult conditions. Still not sure? Ask an experienced person to lay a track and give you an honest opinion. When you enter – be ready to pass!

Carolyn Fuhrer has earned over 80 AKC titles with her Golden Retrievers, including 2 Champion Tracker titles. Carolyn is the owner of North Star Dog Training School in Somerville, Maine. She has been teaching people to understand their dogs for over 25 years. You can contact her with questions, suggestions and ideas for her column by e-mailing carolyn@dogsatnorthstar.com.

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WORDS, WOOFS & MEOWS By Don Hanson, BFRAP, CDBC, CPDT-KA

YES! A Trend Towards Kinder and Gentler Professional Pet Care - PART 2 Pet Friendly, Force-Free, Fear Free

Trust. Before becoming part of the pet care service industry, I found it essential to get to know someone very well before entrusting them with the care of my pets. It’s a character trait that I find essential when leaving my pets in the care of someone other than myself. I need to be confident that my furry family members will be cared for to my standards. I find that those of us that work with pets professionally are often trusted without a great deal of questions. Many seem to assume that because we work with animals that we will care for their pets the same way that they would. While I believe that is true for me and my staff at Green Acres, there are people in the pet care services industry where that can be a dangerous assumption as noted below. Last month, a post came through on my Facebook feed with the title “Unauthorized Use of Shock Collar Angers Dog Owner.” It referenced a story reported by KSNV My News 3 in Las Vegas which discussed a pet owner who left his dog with a pet sitter, only to come home and to discover that the pet sitter had used a shock collar on his dog. The dog’s owner had not been told this would happen, nor would it have been something he would have

authorized. The dog’s owners were rightfully upset and angry and were stunned that something like this could happen. This is exactly the type of behavior in the pet care service industry that I was warning pet owners about in my last column. And yes, this type of thing has happened in Maine more than once. When I share stories like the one above, the usual response I get is moral outrage followed by “How can something like this happen?” That’s when I explain what I feel are three reasons why this can and does happen. 1. The pet care service industry is minimally regulated if regulated at all. Regulations typically only occur at the state and/or municipal level and often only focus on a facility’s cleanliness, amounts of space, and a pet’s physical care. A pet’s mental or emotional well-being is simply not covered in most regulations. Here in Maine, pet boarding facilities are regulated, but there is no professional standard of knowledge that is legally required of the people that own and manage and care for the pets that they board. For example, there is no standard that says a boarding kennel operator needs to be knowledgeable about:pet first aid and CPR, canine social behavior, feline social behavior, species specific communication, and the supervision of animals in group play. Those that do not offer boarding but only provide daycare, group play, pet sitting, grooming,and training are essentially not regulated at all. Just because someone likes dogs and has had a dog of his own does not mean that he has the knowledge and experience to safely care for the pets of others. 2. Pet parents assume, with good intentions, that everyone in the pet care industry has the requisite knowledge and experience to properly care for pets, loves pets, and wouldn’t intentionally do anything harmful to a pet. That is a dangerous assumption, and as I noted in last month’s column,

there are some questions a pet parent should always ask before leaving a pet in someone else’s care. 3. The pet care industry does not currently have a universally accepted standard of care that encompasses the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of pets. Fortunately that is changing with the advent of the Pet Professionals Guild, the first international organization to be committed to being “The Association for a Force-Free Pet Industry” The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) was founded by Niki Tudge in 2012. PPG’s focus started on dog training and the need to help the industry move beyond the outdated concepts of dominance and coercion/ punishment based training. Today, the PPG is open to all in the pet care services industry as well as pet owners. In a recent interview on The Woof Meow Show, Ms. Tudge described PPG as a place where professionals could come together and help each other, support each other, learn from each other, and network. Additionally, she described PPG as a meeting place where pet owners could access those pet professionals who share their values. She stated, “It is a place where we can advocate for how we believe our pets should be trained and cared for.”

At the heart of the Pet Professionals Guild’s commitment to force-free pet care is their “Guiding Principles.” A pet care professional can only become a member if he agrees to abide by these principles which are clearly stated on the PPG website. Section one states, “To be in anyway

affiliated with the Pet Professional Guild, all members must adhere to a strict code of conduct. Pet Professional Guild Members Understand ForceFree to mean: No shock, No pain, No choke, No fear, No physical force, No physical molding, No compulsion based methods are employed to train or care for a pet.” To me, that’s pretty

clear and fits right in with how we have officially defined “pet friendly” at Green Acres for years. Based on feedback we get from our clients at Green Acres,’ I’d say a significant majority of pet parents are looking for pet care providers that comply with this type of standard, but as I’ve noted before, people need to ask to make sure providers do indeed actually comply with

these standards. On the May 2nd/3rd edition of The Woof Meow Show, Niki, Kate, and I discussed the growth of doggie daycare and the lack of professional standards and regulations. We discussed how supervising dogs’ playing together requires extensive knowledge and training in order to keep dogs safe and to make sure that every dog is having a good time. Niki indicated that PPG will be launching an accreditation program for dog trainers, behavior consultants, and other pet care professionals in the coming months. Green Acres has developed its own extensive training program for our staff, but we look forward to learning more about PPG’s move towards industry wide standards because we know they are necessary so that all families can feel comfortable when they leave their pets in someone else’s care. The Pet Professional Guild was founded in 2012 and in less than three years has grown to over 4000 members across 27 countries. Pet owners can join for free and get access to webinars, some free, the PPG publication "Barks From The Guild," and other great articles. The Pet Professional Guild website (http:// www.petprofessionalguild.com/) can also be a valuable resource for pet owners to find trainers, boarding facilities, daycares, groomers, and others that share PPG’s forcefree philosophy and that have committed to abide by PPG’s Guiding Principles. If the couple in the news story “Unauthorized Use of Shock Collar Angers Dog Owner” had selected a PPG professional member, their dog wouldn’t have ended up wearing a shock collar. If you’re a pet owner/parent I encourage you to join PPG. What have you got to lose, it’s free! If you are a provider of services to pets (boarding kennel, daycare, pet sitter, dog walker, groomer, trainer, behavior consultant, vet tech, or veterinarian), I encourage you to take the pledge to commit to force-free pet care by joining PPG and supporting other force-free pet professionals. Next month, I’ll wrap up this series with a discussion of what veterinary clinics are doing to make your pet’s visit to the vet fear-free.

Don Hanson is the co-owner of the Green Acres Kennel Shop (greenacreskennel.com) in Bangor and the 2014 Association of Professional Dog Trainers Dr. Ian Dunbar Member of the Year. He is a Bach Foundation Registered Animal Practitioner, Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and Associate Certified Cat Behavior Consultant. He produces and co- hosts a weekly radio show and podcast, The Woof Meow Show heard on The Voice of Maine (103.9FM, 101.3FM, 1450AM & woofmeowshow.com) every Saturday at 7:30AM and Sunday at 8:30PM.

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By-Products Versus Meal By Ashley Bickford, Loyal Biscuit Co. There have been many occasions in my time at the LBC where I’ve had customers express concern over ingredients they find in pet food. I love moments like these because not only do they show me that our customers really care about the wellbeing of their pets, but it also opens the door for discussion and a potential moment of learning for both myself and the customer. Two of the more common ingredients that get called into question are by-products and various meat meals, usually because the latter is often mistake for the former. Today I will talk about why specifically labelled meat meals can actually be a great ingredient, and why consumers should be wary of by-products. Let’s start with the bad; by-products. By-products, as defined by AAFCO, are the non-rendered, clean remains of a slaughtered animal after all the “edible” parts are removed (basically after everything “human grade” has been taken away). So usually you’re left with things like feet, internal organs (minus giblets which are usually used in the making of hot dogs or can, in turn, be sold as edible meats), heads, bones, and in the case

of chickens, their undeveloped eggs. However, this does not include hair, horns, teeth, or hooves. Now, some of these items aren’t necessarily bad,

and again, but it really boils down to the fact that a majority of them are harder to digest than muscle meat and by-products aren’t usually

I mean, my own dog loves a dried chicken foot or a trachea every now

handled appropriately after slaughter because they aren’t a “human grade” ingredient. If the by-product is labelled as “meat by-product” on the ingredients list, it gets even worse. Since there is no specified protein source (an example of a specified protein source would be “chicken by-product”), they can contain bits from sources such as euthanized pets, diseased or dying livestock, dead zoo animals, road kill, or dead on arrival poultry. There is no telling what the vague “meat” source could be.

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say, boneless chicken breast) which are basically 70% water while the meal ingredients are typically 10% water. This allows pet food companies the ability to make a really protein packed and lower carb food that is biologically appropriate. Of course, like mentioned with by-products, there is a dark side to the meal ingredients, and that is when you get the vaguely mentioned “meat meals.” Again, since there is no specified protein source, who know what the “meat” actually is. So meals are a perfectly good ingredient as long as the protein source is clearly defined in the ingredients list. Hopefully this post has cleared up some of the confusion between by-products and meals. Ingredient labels can be a tricky thing to understand if you don’t have the lingo down. And as always, we at the Loyal Biscuit Co. are always available to answer any questions you may have about what your are or should be feeding your pets. Sources: Dog Food Advisor: “The Truth About Animal By-Products,” Dog Food Advisor: “The Mysterious Meat Concentrate Most People Know Little (or Nothing) About,” The Dog Food Project: “Ingredients to Avoid,” examiner.com: “Dog Food 101.” .

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Dogs for Adoption Lucy, 8 mos, Dalmation/Hound Mix

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Available at Animal Welfare Society, Kennebunk, (207) 985-3244. Our Adoption Center is open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and from 11 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday. We are closed on Wednesdays.

Ginger, 3yrs., Pit Bull Mix

Ginger is waiting for her person to walk in the door and fall in love with her. She has energy to burn but also loves her walks and is happy to walk on leash. She is treat-motivated so training is easy. Ginger would also like to be your only dog. FMI please contact Pat at Responsible Pet Care Animal Shelter, Paris, Maine 207-743-8679.

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Zorro is a handsome senior hound. He is an awesome walking buddy on leash and also loves his playtimes with other dogs. He is not, however, very fond of cats. The perfect home for Zorro will provide him lots of exercise within a fenced yard. He is not a barker and you will be pleasantly surprised at how soft and sweet his bay really is. Super affectionate and loves to cuddle! FMI please contact Pat at Responsible Pet Care Animal Shelter, Paris, Maine 207-743-8679

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West Kennebunk Every Thursday Furry Tales, Stories and Adventure Hour, Thursday May 7, 14, 21, 28 Every Thursday from 10am – 11am, in the Humane Education Room at the Animal Welfare Society on Holland Road, West Kennebunk, preschoolers are invited to discover the exciting world of animals with: *Stories* *Playtime* *Crafts* *Songs* *Movement* *Animal Time* The event is free to attend, though any donations are appreciated. For more information, call 985-3244 or see http:// animalwelfaresociety.org/news-events/ events-calendar/.

An Introduction to Herding Spend a FUN day with your Dog

Appleton Sat. May 2 This clinic will be an all day clinic and will be an introduction to the theories and practices of working livestock with your dog. I will have sheep and ducks to work. Puppies 16 weeks and older are welcome. This day long clinic will be primarily for beginners who have never had any experience with herding and want to see if your dogs are interested as well as those looking to pursue the sport seriously and see what stock work is all about. The cost of the clinic is $55.00 for the entire day per dog and handler. If you have multiple dogs you are interested in working the fee will an additional $25.00 per dog. Pre-registration required as the clinic is limited to 12 dogs. FMI call 207-542-8200 or email stwhite@ fairpoint.net.

WCR Rally Trials

Lincolnville Sat. May 2 WCR Rally Trials Three Trials each day Fenced play field for free time fun Lots of beautiful hiking trails nearby Judges, Ruth Ellis & Sumac Grant-Johnson. Will take place at Wag It Training Center in Lincolnville. FMI: wagittraining.com

Pet Health & Wellness Fair

North Berwick Sun. May 3 The Shelter Spay Neuter Clinic will be holding a Rabies Clinic on Sunday, May 3 from 9 am-noon at the North Berwick Community Center, 266 Lebanon Rd in North Berwick. First come, first served. The fair will include: $10.00 Cash only Rabies Vaccinations (To receive a 3-year certificate, owners must bring the expiring certificate) FREE ID tags for pets, FREE Parasite Control Kits including flea, tick, and ear mite treatments, FREE Pet Food Educational materials and conversations about: Spay/Neuter, Parasite Control, Behavioral Tips for Pets, Why De-clawing Cats is Inhumane, Community cats & More….. For the safety of the public and your pet: Cats MUST arrive in secure cat carriers. Dogs MUST be on a leash. For more information, call 985-3244 or see http://animalwelfaresociety.org/newsevents/events-calendar/.

Bark For Life of Greater Portland

South Portland Sun. May 3 On Sunday, May 3, dogs and their owners will gather at Bug Light Park in South Portland for the American Cancer Society Bark For Life of Greater Portland, a unique fundraising event to honor the life-long contributions of our canine caregivers. Funds raised through this event support local American Cancer Society programs and services for cancer patients and survivors, their families and caregivers.

The event is a non-competitive walk which will feature a special lap for survivors, both canine and human, followed by demonstrations, contests and games. Anyone can participate so bring your best canine friend and join the fun. Registration is $20 per dog and owners, and $40 for those with multiple dogs. For more information, call 1-800-227-2345 or visit relayforlife.org/barkgreaterportlandme or facebook.com/BFLgreaterportland.

Join Maine Friends of Animals for Benefit Night at Flatbread Company

Portland Tues. May 5 Enjoy a fun night out with fellow animal lovers and help us to help Maine's animals at the same time! When: Tuesday, May 5 5:00 – 9:00 pm Where: Flatbread Company 72 Commercial Street Portland, ME

Kitten Shower

Kennebunk Sat.May 9 Join us at the shelter from noon to 3 for an open house – food, crafts and fun! We can use your help! The shelter and our foster families need supplies to help the thousands of expectant mother cats and kittens we care for each year. Take the “Project Kitten Challenge!” Collect the largest amount (in total weight) of kitten supplies and win a pizza party and behind the scenes tour of the shelter! Girl Scout Troop 242 from Kennebunk won our 2014 Project Kitten Challenge! This enterprising Troop donated a whopping 1,658 POUNDS of litter, food, and supplies!!!! For more information, call 9853244 or see http://animalwelfaresociety. org/news-events/events-calendar/.

Humane Action League

Kennebunk May 12 - June 16 The Humane Action League is an after school program at the Animal Welfare Society on Holland Road, West Kennebunk. The program is designed to give students who love animals an opportunity to learn more about the workings of an animal shelter, instruction on pet care and handling and an introduction on how to become more involved in animal welfare issues. At the start of the program the students will create and sign an agreement with each other about acceptable behaviors, as well as, goals for the seven weeks. Tuesday’s program is held from 2:30-4:00 pm for students 12-14 years of age. There is a $65.00 fee per session. Registration opens one month before the start date and is first come first served. Space is limited. For more information and to download a registration form, see http://animalwelfaresociety.org/newsevents/events-calendar/ or call 985-3244.

Adoptable Dogs in Biddeford

Biddeford Fri. May 15 - Sun. May 17 PetSmart Charities welcomes adopters to the Biddeford Crossing Store by donating $35.00 to AWS for all adoptions at the store throughout the weekend! Visit the cats at our Satellite Adoption Center and meet adoptable dogs throughout the weekend. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (http://animalwelfaresociety.org/ news-events/events-calendar/) at 985-3244 or PetSmart at 283-6546.

Gala AWS Yard Sale

Kennebunk Sat. May 16 It’s the Yard Sale you wait for all year long! Longtime AWS volunteer, Sue spends all year collecting items for this sale to benefit the shelter. Located at 6 Hearthstone Drive, Kennebunk 04043 this year’s sale will take place on Saturday, May 16, from 8am – 1pm. No early birds

please! If you would like to contribute to the sale, contact Sue at 985-1437. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244.

“Touch a Truck”

Kennebunk Sat. May 16 The Animal Welfare Society will participate in the third “Touch A Truck” event at A Joyful Noise PreSchool, 140 Sea Road, Kennebunk from 10-2 on Saturday May, 16th. There is a $5 per person entry fee with a maximum of $20 per family. Admission for children under 2 years old is free. Kids of all ages can see trucks from our community, including the Animal Welfare Society transport van, up close. The AWS Mobile Adoption Team will be stopping by with adoptable dogs. For more information, call 985-3244 or see http://animalwelfaresociety.org/newsevents/events-calendar/.

AWS at the Portland Children’s Museum

Portland Sat. May 16 AWS at the Portland Children’s Museum – May 16 (Sat) - Join the Animal Welfare Society of West Kennebunk Humane Educator and a shelter pet at the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine on Free Street in Portland for a hands-on program about animal care and handling from 10:30 -11:30. Meet some great animals and learn about Pet Care and Handling. The Children’s Museum is at 142 Free Street, Portland, Maine (207-828-1234). For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244 x 117.

AWS Foster Forum

Kennebunk Tues. May 19 On Tuesday, May 19th, from 5:30 – 6:30 PM, there will be a Foster Forum held in the Humane Education room at the shelter on Holland Road. This event is a way to learn all about the practices and procedures we employ at the shelter for fostering animals. Our foster coordinators will be on-hand to answer questions and provide details on what to expect. This is open to the public, so if you are a new foster applicant, or have ever considered becoming one, then you are welcome to attend. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244.

Ann-imals Adoption Event

York Sat. May 23 The Mobile Adoption Team will bring adoptable dogs to Ann-imals on May 23rd, 2015 from 11am – 1pm. The store is located at 764 U.S. 1, Suite 2 in York, 03909. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety. org) at 985-3244 or see http://annimalspetsupplies.com.

Canicross 5k & Solomon Trail Running Festival

New Gloucester Sat. May 23 & Sun. May 24 Interested in racing with your dog? Register now for the Solomon Trail Running Festival Canicross 5k! The race will take place on Saturday May 23rd. If you are interested in running without your dog, check out some of the other races taking place during the festival. For more information or to register, please visit pinelandfarmtrails.com.

Talk To Your Animal Partner(And Learn How to Listen)

Saco Sat. May 30 If you’re ready to learn to communicate with your animal partner, this is the class for you! You will learn: What is Animal Communication? Various ways to communicate. How to ground to receive information. Tools for validation $25/person Call Jailene at 207-850-9088 Pay online at www.jailene.org for more info.

Rescue Day at the Railway

Boothbay Sat. June 6 A day full with activities designed specifically for dogs and their families! Training demos, vendors of locally made pet products, adoptable dogs & puppies from many area rescue groups, and much more. Sponsored by The Animal House and The Coastal Dog.

Seashore Trolley Days

Kennebunkport Sat. June 6 Ride the rails with your best friend! Join us again for this year's Seashore Trolley Dog Day. We will have demonstrations, a blessing of the dogs, vendors, contests and of course, trolley rides! FMI visit trolleymuseum.org.

3rd Annual Fun Dog Day

Oxford Sun. June 28 Responsible Pet Care Shelter and Adoption Center is hosting a festival for dogs of all sizes, shapes, ages and abilities. It is a day filled with canine games and sports, demonstrations, a Pup Tent for the kids, rescue groups, raffle table, vendors and food. Participate in the Fun Dog Show, which will honor the "All-American" dog, as they go for the gold. Try out the agility course and prepare for a fun competition. For only $10.00 you can register for the Dog Walk to benefit Responsible Pet Care. There is no admission charge and the event is held rain or shine. FMI Find Us on Facebook or call 207-743-7307.

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