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Volume 8 • Issue 9 • September 2013

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On a recent balmy August afternoon, Martha White, the granddaughter of iconic New Yorker writer E.B. White, met with me to talk about her new book: E.B. White on Dogs. On her porch overlooking a stunning coastal harbor, she sat and generously answered questions about her famous grandfather and

by Kate Cone

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It’s Dogcation Baxter Time In Maine!

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Dorothy Lobrano Guth’s first edition. (She was his goddaughter.) That project allowed me to spend time with his letters and manuscripts at Cornell’s archives. Next I edited a quotation book, In the Words of E. B. White for Cornell University Press correcting many inaccurate quotations masquerading as real and adding many lesser-known favorites.

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his love affairs with some pretty crafty canines. DDN: How did this book come about? MW: After my grandfather died, my father and then my mother became his literary executor. When my mother passed the job on to me, I started by editing a revised and updated Letters of E. B. White then out of print and adding letters he had written in the decade after

MARTHA WHITE ON E.B.’S DOGS

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Hot Dog News Green Acres Kennel Shop Wins Bangor Region Best Kennel Title For the twelfth year in a row, Green Acres Kennel Shop has been voted the Bangor Region’s Best Kennel in a survey conducted by Market Surveys of America and the GKM Independent Survey Co. Green Acres was also voted the Bangor Region’s Best Pet Store for the seventh consecutive year, the Best Dog Trainer for the third consecutive year, and the Best Pet Groomer. Green Acres co-owner, Don Hanson stated “Green Acres is fortunate and privileged to care for so many wonderful pets in so many ways. We are grateful for our hardworking, pet-loving staff and you, our clients, which entrust us with your pet’s care. Thank you!” Market Surveys of America is a survey company independent of any newspaper or magazine publication. Their “Best of the Best” winners are determined by tallied public ballots taken throughout each specific region and by their website (http://www. bestofsurveys.com). A locally owned business since 1965, Green Acres Kennel Shop at 1653 Union Street is a Pet Care Services Association (PCSA) accredited facility offering boarding, daycare and grooming for dogs and cats, pet behavior consultations

and training classes, and a wide variety of wholesome pet foods, treats and quality supplies. For more information, please call 945-6841 or visit www.greenacreskennel.com.

Photo by Bell Imaging & Design, www.bellphotostudio.com, Operations Manager Kate Dutra, Owners Don & Paula Hanson

Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County’s Whisker Walk Family Fun Day & 5K set for September 14th.

It’s time to lace up those sneakers, grab a leash and your canine companion, and run or walk for a cause. The Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County (PMHSKC) is gearing up for its annual Whisker Walk Family Fun Day & 5K on September 14th by calling on all animal lovers to run/walk as individuals or to form teams and raise funds in support of providing medical care and finding homes for homeless pets in our community. To join, simply register online at www.firstgiving.com/hskcme and create your own fundraising page or pick up a pledge sheet at the shelter and start asking friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers to support you in making a difference. Everyone is welcome. Walkers/runners may participate with or without their canine companion (or in honor of a pet). Registrants (while supplies last) will receive a commemorative 2013 Whisker Walk t-shirt, and prizes will be awarded to the top fundraising individuals (adult and youth) and top team. The event kicks off with a 5K run from Harbor Park in Rockland. Options include a walk through downtown including a leisurely stroll on the scenic boardwalk ending at the pet festival where there is something for everyone. The event is much more than a dog walk. This year’s festival will include an agility course and demonstration, a variety of vendors, informational booths and

crafters, Ask the Trainer sponsored by K-9 Solutions Training, Doggy Day Spa and micro-chipping, a pet communicator, local rescue groups, raffles, and fun pet contests. There will also be live music throughout the day from the Rusty Hinges, food and beverages from 4M Productions and Sweet Treats. Bring the kids because there will be plenty of games and activities, face painting, arts & crafts, bubble station, and much more. Join PMHSKC on September 14th for an exciting day filled with fun and games while raising money and awareness for the 1,500 plus animals that PMHSKC cares for each year. Registration opens at 9:30 and the 5K run starts at 10:30 and the festivities run until 2:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.hskcme.org or call 594-2200. This year’s Leaders of the Pack Sponsors are Harbor Road Veterinary Hospital, Rockland Animal Hospital, and Machias Savings Bank. Top Dogs Sponsors are Loyal Biscuit, The First, PenBay Vets, Camden Hospital for Animals, and All Creatures Animal Hospital. Man’s Best Friend Sponsors are Safe Harbor Confections, Shepard Chrysler, Brooks Trap Mill, Jess’s Market, Rockland Savings Bank, Sargent Lock, Dowling Walsh, Lonza, Down East Magazine, G.P.I., Harbor Square, George C. Hall & Sons, Rock City Coffees, KDK, Huston Tuttle, and Maritime Energy.

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Happy September everyone! I must say, as lovely as the warm summer days are up here in Maine, Autumn is my favorite season by far. We are blessed with a gorgeous back drop of orange, red, yellow and purples, perfectly crisp temperatures and dogs that love to play in leaf piles. I’m ready to break out my sweaters and boots and enjoy the beautiful landscape we live in. This month we have been granted to privilege to interview Martha White, granddaughter of the famous author EB White and editor of the new book, EB White On Dogs. We included the book in our summer reading list in the

July issue of DDN, so this is great glimpse into the lives of the people (and dogs!) behind it. How many of us could write an entire book about our dogs? I certainly could! With my three beagle “coworkers” who keep me company during my at-home work hours, I have hundreds of stories. The most repetitive being my need to apologize to anyone on the other side of a phone call when, God forbid, a bird flies by the window and the howling starts. Those birds always seem to fly by just as I’m picking up a call…. But truly, my animals are my livelihood as many of you can re-

late. They listen to my problems and offer no opinion, kiss away my tears, make me smile in a way nothing else can and keep me grounded and thankful for everything I have. To see the joy in Cas-

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si’s face when I bring out her favorite toy, or Johnnie’s while he’s speeding around the yard at full tilt, or Molly when you find that spot behind her ear, reminds me to every day take pleasure from the simple things. My life would be incredibly dull and lonely without them. They have my heart. -Katie & The 3 Beagles Johnnie

Paws in the Park 2013 The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland (ARLGP) is putting its best paw forward for its 16th Annual Dog Walk, Paws in the Park, on Sunday, September 29th from 9 am to 1 pm. This year the event will take place on the grounds of the ARLGP and the beautiful Westbrook Middle School in Westbrook. It will be great fun for the entire family and our four legged friends. This year’s Grand Marshall of the adoptable dog parade is the Guinness Book of World Records “World’s Smallest Working Dog”. Lucy is a 2.5 pound dynamo who has appeared on national television and will entertain the crowd with her amazing agility talents! Other activities include a dog contest with prizes judged by WGAN’s Erin Ovalle and WGAN’s Ken Altshuler,

tours of the ARLGP, music by the Squid Jiggers, dogs available for adoption, dog agility demos by the SMARRT Agility Club, food and animal supply vendors, face painting and many other great surprises. The money raised from Paws in the Park dog walk is crucial to the 4,000 animals cared for each year by the ARLGP. Each of these animals is carefully evaluated and receives a treatment plan that may include holistic and traditional medical care, behavioral training and enrichment activities, socialization and specialized care. Rising costs and an increase in intakes make successful fundraising activities vital to meet these demands. The ARLGP’s belief that “everyone deserves a happy home” is the foundation for their treatment

and care of all animals. The organization’s success can be found in the hundreds of happy adoption follow up stories they receive every day. Take Brutus, a 10 year old hound who came to the ARLGP underweight and depressed. After some good nutritious food and plenty of TLC, he was soon adopted and now enjoys his days with two ducks named Stella and Kevin. He goes to work every weekend to an elderly care facility where he visits with residents and even climbs into bed with them to deliver kisses. He is studying to become a licensed therapy dog to share his gift of bringing joy to those who need him. There have been numerous

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Table of Contents Paws in the Park ............................... 3 Furry Words ....................................... 4 Ask the Vet........................................... 4 Boatyard® Dog Winner.................. 6 Basic Training Tips ........................... 7 Dogcation Time in Maine ............. 8 Baxter ................................................... 10 Performance Dog Training ........... 11 Dogs for Adoption........................... 13 Calendar of Events .......................... 14 Business Directory ........................... 15

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Furry Words

Ask the Vet . . .

Sara Moore, Animal Communicator

Last year I was vacationing in Northern Maine with my friend Andrea. It was the first time she’d been back to camp with anyone other than family since losing her spouse Jimmy two years earlier, and we knew it would be an emotional time but she felt it was time to pay homage to him by launching his boat as a way to pay homage to him and bringing his old dog Sandy, who at 13 would probably have no other summers in this world. Once we got into town, we pulled into the rustic country store for some last minute provisions. Andrea ran into the store to get something and came out to tell me she had the most surreal

experience with the dog that was in the shop. I recently asked her about it and here’s what she said, “I went into the store to pick up something, maybe donuts or salt and pepper. Who knows. There was an older man sitting at the table eating lunch, we were the only ones there. From out back, a little brown dog with wavy fur came out, walked up to me, and sat on my feet as I greeted it. I leaned down to pet him and was startled. I was looking right into Jimmy’s eyes. There was no doubt in my mind. I petted this little dog and just gazed into the depth of his brown eyes, knowing Jimmy was looking back at me with love. I turned my head to the man at the table, and asked if the dog sat on people’s feet often. He said the dog had never done anything remotely like it, despite spending most of its time in the store. It was hard to leave. I just wanted to soak in that loving gaze forever. I cannot recall who moved away first. I felt I would see the dog again, but never did. I asked about him this past spring, and found out that the owners moved away. Jimmy must have moved on to another place that was special to him too.” When she relayed the story to me I could almost hear the dog talking out loud to her, and it was

her spouse Jimmy’s voice. He was saying, “I’m right here with you! I’m ok!” For a few seconds, his energy had flowed through this furry four legged just to say hello once more to his true love. I was so relieved to know that his message was not only delivered, but received. Mission accomplished from the other side! People ask me if they’ll ever see their dogs again in other animals. The answer is you might. Have you ever had a pet that shows up in your life at the perfect time and then does things that are eerily similar to the heart dog you had before? Sometimes they do return to us in a different body, and even though they’re familiar it’s not quite the same. They may do a certain trick or have an uncanny ability to open the same cabinet without ever being taught how. They come here to teach us life lessons and every now and then we are lucky enough to have them return in some capacity for another opportunity. You can see it in the eyes and feel it in the

energy. Even if the moment is fleeting, if you think you just caught a glimpse of a former dog in a living animal, you probably did! You don’t need me to validate it. Trust your gut and say thank you. Take a moment to see what was going on when they made their visit and appreciate it for what it is. It’s simply a little visit from the other side. Having Jimmy essentially greet us at the camp in the middle of the Maine woods by “borrowing” a dogs energy was a profound and comforting experience. Sandy, Jimmy’s old yellow lab, joined him on the other side in December. I have no doubt they’re both whooping it up on the over there, and she’s now got an unlimited supply of her favorite marrow bones. Andrea recently adopted a new dog a month ago, and every now and then Sandy shows up to let her know she’s still keeping an eye on her. How do I know it’s her? She makes it very clear by doing things that only Sandy could have shown her. Sara Moore is a Reiki Master, Hypnotist, Psychic, and Animal Communicator. She is available for long distance readings, parties, and fundraising. More information and a full calendar of events can be found at www.enlightenedhorizons.com or contact Sara directly at furrywords@ downeastdognews.com.

Dr. Judith Herman

How can I be prepared for a pet emergency when traveling?

When I travel, I am very prepared. I have all I need for any emergency for my family, but what should I bring for Buster, my dog?

Great idea! When I travel I bring a small kit for myself of basic first aid products. When I travel with my dog, I take a bigger kit for a greater number of possible calamities. Here is what I bring and why. In a small cooler, like a lunch cooler or a little bigger, I put together my emergency kit. I try to think what could arise. Then I put what I need in the cooler. Remember this is just to tide you over until you can find a veterinarian. I use a cooler because it keeps my supplies dry and cool. Because I use homeopathy on Bryan and me, I carry a small emergency homeopathic kit. The items I will discuss in this article will be a mix of conventional and holistic products. 1. For cuts and torn toenails: a. Some type of clotting powder like Quik Stop for torn nails. You can buy this online or at a pet shop. b. A good general salve to put on wounds or irritations. I prefer heal all salve. This is an herbal salve that is non-toxic, anti-fungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and decreases itching. You can get this at your local health food store. If you are more conventional, A and D ointment is safe. Neosporin is also common. c. Bandage material such as roll gauze, gauze squares, maxi-pads, and vet-wrap are all good to have. If you have a wound on a leg that you want covered, these items make the job easy. Don’t forget the tape and scissors. If you don’t have surgical tape, then masking tape will work. Never wrap the bandage tightly around the leg because it will have a tourniquet effect and the paw will swell. Using a tube sock may be easier. A baby anklet is useful for small dogs with limb injuries. d. Arnica to stop bleeding and for bruising. It is always good to have on hand. Remember to stop any bleeding and get to a veterinarian right away if the injury is severe.

2. Diarrhea and vomiting: a. Pepto Bismol, a human medication that’s safe for dogs. It relieves diarrhea, upset stomach, and related symptoms. The ingredients in Pepto Bismol aren’t toxic to dogs and like humans, dogs can see relatively quick relief from Pepto Bismol. The standard dosage for Pepto Bismol is one teaspoon for every five pounds of your dog’s weight (every six hours). b. Imodium AD in the tablet or liquid form. It can be given to dogs with diarrhea. A dog’s dosage for Imodium AD is one ml per pound (liquid), 5 mls equals one teaspoon, so a teaspoon per 5 pounds, or one mg per 20 pounds (tablet) every eight hours. c. Homeopathic remedies you can get from the health food store for diarrhea are: Arsenicum album if there is vomiting and/ or diarrhea starting after midnight or if you know Fido ate something bad or has food poisoning. They usually are really restless too. Nux vomica if he over indulged, like eating the food at a picnic and has vomiting and/or diarrhea. They may be cranky and irritable also. 3. Allergic reactions: a. Benadryl if your dog is suffering from allergies, itching, swelling, and related signs of discomfort. Benadryl can be a safe, effective way to help your furry friend. The Benadryl dosage depends on the severity of the situation, but you can give your dog ½ to 1 milligram per pound of your dog’s weight (every eight hours). b. Homeopathic remedies for insect bites are: Apis if the area is swollen, painful, and shiny. Ledum if the area is swollen, painful but not hot. Tick removal: Folks do panic when they find a tick on Buster although this isn’t necessarily an emergency. Using tweezers, finger nails, or a small slotted tool, you can pluck that critter right off. It is very difficult to leave the head of the tick in the dog. Usually you pull a little bit of skin off with the tick. This is okay. Buster will form as small scab and a little bump. Don’t use matches or oils for they may hurt the skin or make it more difficult to pull the tick off. Having these products on hand are good for an emergency but do not take the place of getting professional help. When faced with an emergency, stop bleeding, make Buster comfortable and safe, and call the local emergency clinic or veterinarian. Have safe and happy travels.

Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center, Augusta, ME www.mainehomeopathicvet.com officeawc@roadrunner.com

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WHITE from page 1 Each of the quotations is attributed to the book it was from, so readers can find those books either still in print or in libraries. As I gathered the quotations, the dog section got to be very long, and I realized there was a book there since many of them were very funny and had been previously uncollected. DDN: What was a typical day doing research for this book? MW: The New Yorker made it easy. They had previously put out a CD Rom archive of every piece published in the magazine since the beginning. A computer search for “E.B. White” and “dogs” listed every New Yorker piece of his on the subject. That, together with family files and other research, made it easy. DDN: Most people know about your grandfather because of his children’s books, including Charlotte’s Web, Stuart Little, and The Trumpet of the Swan. What led him to write for children? MW: The idea for Stuart Little appeared to him in a dream, and he and Stuart shared many characteristics including a love of boats. He first shared those draft chapters with his nieces and nephews. Charlotte’s Web was essentially an imagined version of his day to day life on his saltwater farm, and The Trumpet of the Swan recalled his love of summer camps. DDN: You mention in the introduction to E.B. White on Dogs that, strangely, dogs as characters

PAWS from page 3 are missing from the kids’ books. Why is that? MW: I wish I had asked him about this, but looking at the books, a dog would have been problematic for Stuart Little, who was, well, little. A dog could have been inserted into Charlotte’s Web since dogs are natural occupants of farms. Possibly their personalities were too dominant for the stories he chose to tell. DDN: Give me a timeline of how old you were during your grandfather’s life. Were you old enough to remember him? MW: My family tells a story about my grandfather extricating my bonnet strings from the zipper of my sleeper suit when I was a newborn. My brothers and I grew up about a mile away from my grandfather’s saltwater farm in Maine, so we visited him there regularly to help with chores, attend family dinners, or go swimming. I recall him from the time I was two or three years old, and I was 30 or so when he died at his home. DDN: He writes a lot about Fred. Was the dachshund his favorite breed? MW: He had over a dozen dogs throughout his life, so it’s hard to pick one breed as his favorite. Fred was certainly a challenging dog and one with a lot of personality as readers can see when they read the

notes from grateful parents whose special needs child has improved dramatically due to the love of his/ her new friend, or the family member whose pain was lessened because a pet helped get him/her through a serious or life threatening medical condition. Heartfelt comments arrive each day such as “she has made our life complete” or “we cannot imagine our life without him.” Then there is Silva, an American Eskimo who had a tough time trusting anyone including other pets. Thanks to a loving home he made a complete turn around and is now best friends with the family’s other dog

and 3 year old little girl. Silva’s mom echoes the words of so many of the ARLGP adopters in this statement, “ I just wanted to thank you for giving him a chance. It seems that all he needed was a forever home and a family that loves him and will always stand by him!” You can help assure that the animals cared for by the ARLGP get the home they deserve by supporting Paws in the Park. To register as a walker and to start a fundraising pag simply visit the ARLGP homepage at arlgp.org and click on the little cartoon dog.

See WHITE on page 12

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World Championship Boatyard Dog® Winner is Ruffles! required parts of the competition— the Dockside Obstacle Course and the Dinghy Hop—and then performed their freestyle routines under the watchful gaze of the judges. Crowd favorite Ruffles showed unleashed enthusiasm and made use of both a hula hoop and the required tennis ball in her freestyle routine, but it was her sneak attack on one of her humans (who was, shall we say, “encouraged” into the water) which garnered her the lead over the tight field. Gatsby, a rare flying chocolate Labrador retriever from Scarborough, was runner-up “by a wet nose” for incredible high-flying jumps and a flapper-themed routine. An honorable mention was awarded to three-year-old Huckleberry, a huge Saint Bernard from Portland, for costuming and spirit. Everyone wins at the trials, however. All the competitors left with a bag of doggy goodies, and a trophy to remember their day in the sun. The boat used for the Dinghy Hop,

Winner Ruffles in action! Photo credit: Bell’s Furry Friends Photography

The 2013 World Championship Boatyard Dog® is Ruffles! The 11th annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors boat and home show kicked off its third day with the ever-popular World Championship Boatyard Dog® Trials on Sunday morning. At the conclusion of the light-hearted competition, a Portuguese water dog named Ruffles was given barking rights as the new World Champion Boatyard Dog. Ruffles hails from Cushing, Maine, where she spends as much time as possible at Olson’s Wharf chatting

up the lobstermen and chasing rocks and ducks. Ruffles will be featured in the Winter issue of Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors magazine, since the popular Boatyard Dog® column in each issue is where all the silly fun got its start. The champ will also keep the cherished revolving “Pup Cup” trophy for one year, and be treated to a private photo shoot with Bell’s Furry Friends Photography of Hermon, Maine. Each of the six dog and human teams successfully completed the

Photo credit: Bell’s Furry Friends Photography

a pink, 12-foot-long Bevin’s skiff, was provided by the Pixel Fund, a volunteer-run nonprofit located in Maine with a mission to save the lives of shelter pets. The SS Pixel was built by Pixel Posse volunteers during the Compass Project’s July Boat Building Festival event in Portland. The skiff was raffled at the show, and won by Jan Kearce, with all raffle proceeds to benefit the Pixel Fund. New this year at the show was the “Boatyard Dog Wannabe Wagon.” This display profiled six shelter dogs, and encouraged show attendees to

A very happy Brutus! Photo credit: PAWS

“vote” with cash donations for their favorite one. Proceeds from the Wannabe Wagon will benefit the local midcoast animal shelters: P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center and Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County. A pit bull named Brutus came out on top by $1.40, enough for full barking rights and a portrait by Bell’s Furry Friends Photography. Brutus is a self-described cuddle bug, and is available for adoption through P.A.W.S. in Rockport. The shelters will also receive donations from the six Boatyard Dog competitors, which included toys, treats, food, peanut butter, and gift cards. A good time was had by all, canines and humans alike, proving that there really is something to make every heart sing and every doggy tail wag at the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show. Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show would like to thank the sponsors of the Boatyard Dog Trials. Custom Float Services of Portland was again the lead sponsor. TimeWarner Cable Media was the media sponsor. Supporting sponsors were Bell’s Furry Friends Photography of Hermon, Sea Bags of Portland; and The Loyal Biscuit Co. of Rockland. The trials are part of the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show, which is held annually during the second weekend of August in Rockland, Maine and produced by Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors magazine. The show attracts thousands of attendees from all over the country and world.

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Basic Training Tips by Diana Logan

Dog Got Fear? The small things affected him the most: voices on the radio, a brightly colored mushroom along the trail, birds singing, veggies being chopped. Then there were the big things: a distant figure or strangers arriving. He would frequently spiral into pure panic. If you are familiar with human “panic attacks,” you’ll understand where he was emotionally. It was a full-time job trying to keep him emotionally safe in an unpredictable world. Despite days filled with training and exercise, dog play and classes, he spent every evening and slept each night for many months locked in his sanctuary in the basement. There he would go, into his covered crate, sporting his Thundershirt, with a “Through a Dog’s Ear” CD playing in a loop and a raw meaty bone to work on. This period was terribly stressful, not just for the 5 month old dog, but for his owners: us. Astro was unable to cope with many of the normal, day-to-day aspects of l

ife that a typical dog of any age would deem unworthy of mention. There was no history of abuse or overt emotional trauma. His canine family members weren’t like this. I had carefully socialized him (i.e., exposed him to novelty) from the moment we got him at 9 weeks and it went well. Mostly well. When he was about 4 months old, I noticed that his “bounce-back,” (returning to normal after a reaction), was very poor. It sometimes took him days to recover after an unexpected loud noise. This is not normal. His fears and anxieties blossomed.

Fear Periods are Potent Puppies go through several fear periods as part of their normal development. Events and experiences that traumatize them (irregardless of our perception) can last a lifetime. This is why we need to raise puppies with the utmost of care and be diligent about teaching them that the world is a safe place to be. Genetics, however, is a complex thing and despite doing everything “by the book,” it’s not a given that the next chapter is written. Being proactive will tip the odds in the right direction.

while maintaining a positive reading on the emotion meter. Too little of the good stuff can mean a fearful reaction and “sensitization.” You can’t overdo the good stuff. It’s a dynamic balancing act: always trying to be a step ahead of your dog, always trying to see the world from his perspective.

DS/CC - what’s that? I embarked on an all-consuming treatment plan: creative and intensive desensitization and counter-conditioning. “Desensitization” is the exposure to a “diluted” version of a trigger (something he reacts to) while at the same time adding something of great value (“counterconditioning”), always tuned to his body language to ensure the result is positive. Brief and repeated exposures of just a few seconds will, over time, allow you to gradually increase the intensity of the trigger

The “Today Astro” is a different dog due to early intervention and many thanks to his favorite thing in the world: a tennis ball. He has learned many skills, through training, that have turned his life around. He is not completely “cured,” but you would be hard pressed to see any signs of his early life chapters. Keeping a dog happy and safe is an ongoing process. Please visit Downeast Dog News on the web to learn how to creatively implement DS/CC. It works on humans, too!

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Greater Portland (Scarborough to Freeport) is no exception to petfriendliness. FidoFriendly Magazine selected Portland as one of the “50 Best of the Best in the Dog World”. Make sure to check out Planet Dog in Portland for a special souvenir for your pup! Annual dog events abound in Greater Portland and draw hundreds of attendees and animals. Even L.L. Bean in Freeport hosts a weekend long dog-specific event each year making Freeport a favorite destination by dog owners. Book a room at one of our favorite pet-friendly lodging establishments in the Freeport area: the Econolodge right on Route 1, Captain Brigg’s B&B or just a bit further south, the lovely Falmouth Inn. There is a difference between petfriendly and pet-tolerant, so, when we say “pet-friendly,” we mean it! There are several on the mid-coast from Brunswick to Bucksport. Here is what the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber has to say about their communities: “The Boothbay Harbor region proudly stands behind the fact that they truly are petfriendly. The downtown streets are lined with fresh water bowls for your pet. Several pet-friendly lodging properties offer their furry guests a gift upon check in. Stores, boats and even the downtown trolley welcome four legged riders! And, if that weren’t enough for one pet vacation, add thirty miles of wooded hiking trails, parks, beaches, lakes, rivers, pet shops, pet massage, pet grooming, pet sitting, pet agility, and obedience training. One thing is for certain, the pet whose owner chooses the Boothbay Harbor region for his next family vacation is one ‘lucky dog!’” Some of our favorite places to stay in the Boothbay Harbor region include the Flagship Inn & Suites or

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to leave your pooch in good hands for a day trip! The Belfast Chamber claims it’s a “great community for dogs!” Belfast and the surrounding towns are filled with dogs and their doting humans. Dogs here are a part of so many families! One of the great highlights of the area is the Belfast Dog Park. The park is a great resource for this community. It is meticulously maintained, and there is space for both big and small dogs. With many pet-friendly lodging options in the area, dogs are welcome almost anywhere in town. There are many quiet neighborhoods in which to go for a stroll with your pooch, and of course trails along the water, the footbridge, and Sears Island. So, if you’re traveling with your dog, make sure to stop in Belfast for a doggone good time! And, of course, let’s not forget Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor, and Acadia National Park! Acadia National Park scores high marks for dog friendliness. Dogs are allowed on most of the 120 miles of hiking trails and 45 miles of carriage trails as long as they are on a leash not more than six-feet long. One exception to Acadia’s leash rule is a privately owned section of the park near Seal Harbor called Little Long Pond where dogs can run and play off-leash, as well as, swim in the pond. As with other pet-friendly communities around the state, Bar Harbor and the surrounding towns offer many hotels, motels, B&B’s, and Inns that welcome your fourlegged family members. Most restaurants with outside seating allow your pets as well. Make sure to swing into Bar Harbor to stock

We outfit your pets for adventure! 2013 Best Maine Pet store Winner 22 McKown Street • Boothbay Harbor 207-633-7387 • www.twosaltydogs.net up on pet supplies and toys, maybe even a gift for a fellow dog lover! Rangeley, a favorite four-season community in the Western Maine lakes and mountain region of Maine, offers miles of wooded trails where you can hike with your dog. Self-proclaimed “enthusiastic dog walker” Judy Morton, executive director of the Rangeley Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, says, “We have so many trails where you can walk your dog off leash. Leashes are not required on any of the hiking trails.” Dogs must behave well, of course, but Morton doesn’t worry. “If people are traveling with their dogs, they must be good dogs,” she adds. For a full-list of the pet-friendly parks, beaches, and trails pick up a copy of petMAINE, a statewide resource published in collaborat ion with Downeast Dog News (a copy may also be requested online at www. gotravelmaine.com). Having traveled with my three dogs on a number of occasions, I know a great deal of thought and planning goes into ensuring the time away from home for you and your pets is enjoyable. Downeast Dog News is here to assist in planning your travel with our “Dogcation” special section. All of the businesses you find on these pages are petfriendly and encourage you to visit with your pets, and we highly recommend them all. The number of people who travel with their pets is growing, and so too are the options for pets on the road. There’s never been a better time to pack your pet and hit the road in Maine!

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Zen and the Art of Pilfering Our species is not known for patience. Yet to share in the bounty of your humans, you must be patient…and decisive. There are two moments when the time is right to share with your humans: when they leave and when they return bearing parcels of food. Leaving: Observe your humans. Are they planners? Are they careful to put food out of reach? Does their behavior change when they are in a hurry to leave? If the answer to the first two questions is yes, you must be patient until the answer to the third question becomes yes. Then simply be the good dog and park nearby as your human is frantically trying to leave. Be observant. Did she prepare a lunch? Did he make himself a breakfast sandwich? Just lie there watching, waiting. Some dogs create a diversion, running to the door and barking wildly or accidently knocking something over. I personally don’t think such methods are necessary. Just lie there and wait. They’ll leave. They’ll forget – after all, they are only human. Tip: wait ‘til they actually drive off in their crate. Once again, patience gets the prize. Returning: Ah, the sheer magnitude, the breadth of possibilities! Humans are such excellent hunger-gatherers. Take, for example, the new bag of Greenies. Go ahead, take it! First (remember patience) wait for your human to make another trip to her crate or be involved in some other distraction. Then, decisiveness: grab that bag of Greenies, or that box of crackers or – dare I say it? – that package of meat and disappear to your safe place. You might even want to return to the scene so your humans won’t connect a missing package with a missing dog. Remember: it is the patient dog who receives the bounty. Chow, Baxter

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TRAINING YOUR PERFORMANCE DOG Agility, Obedience, Tracking Obedience Training: Why Won’t My Dog Do What I Ask? Have you ever asked yourself this question – or have you ever said, in frustration, “but he knows how to do that!”? There really are only a few basic reasons why dogs do not do what we ask. Becoming a good trainer depends on understanding what the reason is and then going about fixing the problem. Many times we assume the problem is in one area when it really is not. If we cannot identify the correct cause of a problem, we cannot affect a solution. The four basic reasons dogs do not do what we ask are: 1. They are not paying attention; they are distracted. 2. They are confused as to exactly what is required. 3. The dog does not think he has

to perform. In other words, he thinks he has a choice. 4. The dog is afraid of being wrong. Depending upon the reason your dog does not perform, there are times you should encourage and help your dog and times you should let them know the behavior is not correct and therefore will not be rewarded. In other words, conveying to the dog the incorrect behavior does not work. A correction need not be harsh or “over the top”. A correction is simply information that makes something right. As a general rule, you encourage and help a dog who is confused or afraid to make a mistake. Sometimes you need to make the task easier. You correct a dog who is not paying attention – assuming, of course, that you have taught attention – or who feels he has a choice. If you choose the right solution, the situation will

improve. If you choose the wrong solution, the situation gets worse. Many, many beginning trainers do not recognize the correct cause of the problem and will make the situation much worse. When in doubt, it is always better to try and encourage and help a dog. However, if the problem is based on the dog not paying attention or feeling the command is optional, helping will not solve the problem. If the dog is distracted or feels that compliance is optional, inexperienced trainers will sometimes resort to food as a “bribe” to get attention and the behavior they want. This type of training will not be reliable in the performance ring. Food is an excellent motivational tool when used correctly, but incorrect use of

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WHITE from page 5 book. For example, he was often tethered or he’d get into some kind of trouble, climbing into a hole he couldn’t back out of or trying to subdue a porcupine. There’s a great short essay and an E.B. W. sketch about dachshunds descending stairs which can be a quite a feat, especially in old New England houses. DDN: E.B. White mentions, in one letter he wrote, that he didn’t hesitate to “beat the tar” out of Fred if necessary. Was that written tongue in cheek? MW: Absolutely. The strongest discipline I ever saw was the dog being sent to its quarters. In fact, the dogs had a very cushy horse stall in the barn with clean hay and their bedding and plenty of water. If anything, they’d get relegated to the stall for a while if they acted up or there was company coming. My grandfather had a number of dogs that would now be considered “rescue” dogs. Fred was one of them. My grandfather often bought dogs in pet shops in New York City because the dogs were mistreated or sickly. He was not a fan of pet shops. DDN: Yes, he talks about his Norwich Terrier Jaysgreen Rusty, nicknamed Jones, and his flight

learned to hitch a ride on Maggie’s back down to the pond, so, she was a favorite, as well as a dachshund named Augie. DDN: There are lots of mentions in the book of the farm and the eggs and vegetables. Were your grandparents foodies? I just had to ask. MW: (laughing). No! They did grow and raise much of the food that appeared on their table, but my grandmother Katharine S. White was a professional editor, so they had local women who cooked for them except on Sunday. A Sunday night supper might be a can of tomato soup and some Goldfish crackers.

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over from England. MW: In a letter, my grandfather said that Jones must have been hit with a stick on his way over from England to Boston because every time E.B. picked up a flyswatter, Jones cringed. His sympathies were always with the dogs. DDN: What was your favorite

dog on the farm? MW: We adopted Maggie, a colliebeagle mix, from my grandparents. They had two dogs and Maggie was so exuberant, she jumped on my grandmother, who had skin maladies by then, so we took Maggie. There is an anecdote in my introduction to the book about how my ducklings

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Dogs for Adoption Earl, 9 yrs, Chihuahua Mix

Gentle, easy going, little fella who enjoys going for regular walks with his people and relaxing together afterwards. If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www. animalwelfaresociety.org. 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.

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Chariot, 5 yrs, Greyhound A retired racer, she is a cute light brindle who is sweet and loves attention. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707

Cyrus, 8 yrs, Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldog Big, goofy, friendly fellow who loves spending time with kids but would prefer to be the only pet in a new home.. If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www. animalwelfaresociety.org. 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.

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Duck, 3 yrs, American Shelter Dog Featherless, water-loving fellow who might be a little timid with new people, but quickly becomes your next friend. If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www. animalwelfaresociety.org. 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.

Onyx, 3 yrs, Greyhound A shiny black retired racer who is very smart, she has plenty of energy to play. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707

Diesel, 8 yrs, Min Pin Sinatra, 6 yrs, Greyhound He is a black retired racer who is lively, friendly and loves to play. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707

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Spunky little fellow who enjoys curling up with his people after a long day of walking â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;round the neighborhood. If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www. animalwelfaresociety.org. 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.

Harrie, 1.5 yrs, Hound Mix A true Southern Gentleman who is a good walker and would make for a great hiking companion. If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www. animalwelfaresociety.org. 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.

September C lendar To submit or get more information on the events below, go online to downeastdognews.com

Downeast Dog Scouts Troop 159 Blue Hill Mountain Hike Blue Hill Sun. September 1 The Downeast Dog Scouts will hike up Blue Hill Mountain on Sunday, September 1st. Hikers can meet at the Ellsworth City Hall at 8:00 AM to carpool to Blue Hill or meet at the Blue Hill Mountain Parking Area on Mountain Road at 8:30 AM. Community members are invited to join us for the walk, meet other dog lovers and learn more about the Downeast Dog Scouts. Check the Downeast Dog Scouts Facebook page for updates. For more information: downeastdogscouts@yahoo. com or 207 266-5807.

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Waterville Sun. September 8 Strut Your Mutt Walk at Mother’s Beach, Kennebunk. Walkers Wanted! This scenic walk on the three Kennebunk Beaches raises money for the AWS Sadie Fund, a medical fund for animals in need. Registration begins at 10:00am and the walk starts at 11:00am. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244 x 117.

10th Annual Maine Weinerfest

Belfast Sun. September 8 Dachshunds on parade in Belfast! Friends of Belfast Parks presents Maine Weinerfest 2013 on Sunday September 8th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Steamboat Landing Park on the Belfast Waterfront. Join us for races, costume contents, games, eart dog demonstrations, hot dogs & ice cream! $2 admission, dogs & kids free. For more information visit friendsofbelfastparks.org or call 207-338-2160.

National Adoption Weekend in Biddeford Biddeford Fri. September 13 - Sun. September 15 PetSmart Charities® National Adoption Event at Biddeford Crossing. The Mobile Adoption Team will visit with adoptable dogs throughout the weekend. Feline Adoption Counselors will be available in the store on Thursdays: 5-7pm, Fridays: 9am- 7pm, Saturdays: Noon5pm, and Sundays: Noon-5pm. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at 9853244 or PetSmart at 283-6546.

Benefit Bingo Night

Bangor Sat.September 14 Join us for Bingo Night at Carden Kennels in Bangor! 2 hours of fun from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM! All proceeds will benefit homeless animals at the Bangor Humane Society. For more information ccc4pets@ gmail.com or 207-942-2161.

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Gardiner Sat.September 14 Four-legged friends and their owners celebrate with special demonstrations and events at the Gardiner Waterfront Park. Event kicks off at 10:00 AM and lasts until 2:00 PM.

Whisker Walk Family Fun Day & 5K

Rockland Sat.September 14 It’s time to lace up those sneakers, grab a leash and your canine companion, and run or walk for a cause. The Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County (PMHSKC) is gearing up for its annual Whisker Walk

Make sure you enjoy the last bit of summer with a good friend! Family Fun Day & 5K on September 14th by calling on all animal lovers to run/walk as individuals or to form teams and raise funds in support of providing medical care and finding homes for homeless pets in our community. To join, simply register online at www.firstgiving.com/hskcme and create your own fundraising page or pick up a pledge sheet at the shelter and start asking friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers to support you in making a difference. Join PMHSKC on September 14th for an exciting day filled with fun and games while raising money and awareness for the 1,500 plus animals that PMHSKC cares for each year. Registration opens at 9:30 and the 5K run starts at 10:30 and the festivities run until 2:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.hskcme.org or call 594-2200.

Adoptable Dogs in South Portland

South Portland Sat. September 21 Join the Animal Welfare Society Mobile Adoption Team and visit with some adoptable canines at the Pet Life at Mill Creek, 50 Market St., South Portland from 11 - 1. For more information, call Animal Welfare Society at 985-3244 (www. animalwelfaresociety.org) or the Pet Life at 207-799-7282 (http://petlifestores.com).

AWS at the Portland Children’s Museum

Portland Sat. September 21 AWS at the Portland Children’s Museum – September 21 (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 985-3244 x 117.

18th Annual Newfie Fun Days

Eliot Sat. September 21 - Sun. September 22 Join us to celebrate the Newfoundland Dog Breed Saturday and Sunday September 21 & 22nd in Eliot on Rt. 103 Piscataqua Boat Basin. Festivities star at 9:30 AM and run until 4:00 PM. Events include water rescue demos, holistic veterinary seminar, animal communicator, veterinary chiropractic seminar, animal aromatherapy, carting demo, CGC testing, rally-o demo, Newfoundland rescue seminar, nosework seminar & demo, brown bag raffle, vendors , food pavillion and much more! All proceeds benefit the Newfoundland Dog Health & Rescue Efforts and the Betty Trott Memorial Fun, helping animals in need. For more information visit newfiefundays.com, email info@ newfiefundays.com or follow us on Facebook!

BARKK...To End The Silence 5K Walk, Run or WOOF! A Dog Friendly Dash

Bangor Sat. September 28 “To Bring about a time when families affected by Domestic Violence do not have to choose between their safety and the pets that they love.” The Mutt Nose Best “PAW It Forward” Foundation presents a dog friendly dash to end domestic violence. A fall 5K on the beautiful Bangor Waterfront to raise money to equip the first Domestic Violence Shelter in Maine with pet friendly accommodations. BARKK...Because Acts of Random Kindness Kount For more infomation visit muttnosebest. com, email jenny@muttnosebest.com or call 207-262-8773.

8th Annual Woofminster: Dog show and Cover Dog Challenge

Scarborough Sat. September 28 Join Planet Dog on Saturday, September

28th at Camp Ketcha in Scarborough to raise funds for the Planet Dog Foundation, supporting service dogs and helping people in need. Activities include dog games & competitions, celebrity judges, raffles, scavenger hunt, bake sale, agility demonstration, face painting, and local vendors. Rain or Shine! All well-behaved dogs and people without dogs are welcome. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for dogs and kids (children under 2 free). They can be purchased at the Planet Dog Company Store at 211 Marginal Way, Portland (207-347-8606) or by calling Planet Dog at 800-381-1516.

The 16th Annual Paws in the Park Dog Walk

Westbrook Sun. September 29 Join the fun at the 16th Annual Paws in the Park to help support the 4,000 animals cared for each year by the ARLGP. Register now and begin a fundraising page to show you care for the animals in our community. There will be plenty of fun for your pooch and the entire family. There will be dog demonstrations and contests with celebrity judges Erin Ovalle (WMTW) and Ken Altshuler (WGAN), great raffle prizes, face painting, a children’s scavenger hunt and Lucy, the world’s smallest working dog as the special Grand Marshall. There will be much more, so be sure to sign up now. Click on the PIP icon on the ARLGP homepage at https://www.arlgp.org. This will be an event you don’t want to miss!

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