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the Season 6 Making Bright for Strays

is 10 What Animal Hospice? Dog, 12 Old New Tricks?

14 Allergies in Pets

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16 Centerstage 18 Holiday Hazards Deogi, 22 Dougie Rescue Reporter 24 Pets as Gifts? 26 Marketplace {December 2012}

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bright making the season

By William Given

For Your Favorite Texas Rescue Group

he holiday season is swiftly approaching. My wife and I look forward to celebrating the holidays and spending time with friends and family. Things do get a bit more hectic with the decorating, baking, and shopping. I know it sounds a bit crazy but even the time spent shopping is certainly a special time. There is joyful feeling and a real sense of satisfaction found in purchasing the perfect gifts for our children and our grand children. 6

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Volunteers are almost always welcome by any rescue group and many municipal animal shelters can use your help also. Whether you have an hour or two once a week or three or four days a month, your help would be greatly appreciated.

We also receive that same feeling in helping to provide for those less fortunate than ourselves. The needs of the many purebred dogs with Texas rescue groups and the purebred and mixed breed dogs in local municipal animal shelters too often go unfulfilled at this time of year. My wife and I, and many of you, I know would love nothing more than to be able to make a sizeable monetary contribution to a favorite local rescue organization. And, that it may just not be possible in these difficult economic times. “Monetary contributions are extremely important and allow us to meet our most immediate needs first and paying vet bills is more often the case,” stated Linne Girouard, President of All Texas Dachshund Rescue in Pearland, Texas. Jenna Hoffman, Social Media Volunteer for DFW Pug Rescue in Grapevine, Texas said, “Our veterinary bills will exceed $250,000 this year and our need for financial support from the public and our patrons is more important than it ever has been.” “Monetary contributions are our most significant need at this time. We have taken in a handful of dogs recently which have tested positive for heartworms and three requiring hip surgery,” stated Linda Oudekerk, President and Founder of Texas Collie Rescue in Houston, Texas. Orthopedic surgery like all advanced veterinary medical care is extremely expensive. Heartworm treatments can be lengthy and costly as well. The impact of special needs dogs on a rescue’s budget can be severe, and you just never know what type of medical care the next dog taken in may need. What you may not know is that there are other ways to give and contribute to the success of rescue organizations that are very important to them. Donating items as simple and inexpensive as a few dog toys to a bag of dog food help to reduce the costs of operation. “Donations of dog food, especially premium foods and veterinary Rx diets, are important to rescues such as ours as it makes it easier for our foster families which routinely feed more than one rescue dog,” said Hoffman. With the assistance of a few rescue groups, we have compiled a short list of items and services for you to consider donating to your favorite local rescue organization or shelter in your area.

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Animal Care Supplies: • Beds (washable) • Canned dog food (some groups will have preferences based on specific dietary needs) • Crates • Dry dog food (some groups will have preferences based on specific dietary needs) • Exercise pens • Flea & heartworm preventative Office Supplies: • Copy paper (white or colored, letter size) • Digital camera • Photo copier • Postage stamps • Poster board • Printer cartridges Special Services: • Accounting and tax return preparation • Advertising and publicizing rescue activities • Grant writing • Sponsoring fundraising events • Transportation of dog • Veterinary medical care Volunteering is another great way to support your favorite rescue group. Volunteers are almost always welcome by any rescue group and many municipal animal shelters can use your help also. Whether you have an hour or two once a week or three or four days a month, your help would be greatly appreciated. You could assist with the transportation of dogs to adoption events or to veterinary medical appointments. You could organize or assist with fundraising events. “Our group is an all volunteer organization and we desperately need the assistance of someone with experience in grant writing, someone who could help us come up with new ideas for fundraising and a volunteer who would redesign our website would be most appreciated,” said Oudekerk. Elizabeth Emery, Events and Fundraising Chairman of Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue stated, “We really need someone who can get people out to our fundraising events and entice then to donate.” “We need people with a wide variety of talents and we really need a special volunteer 8

to assist in the recovery of dachshunds from remote shelters and transporting them to an intake volunteer,” said Girouard. Some rescue groups have raffles or silent auctions at specialty shows. You can help by buying and donating dog or special human items and then by purchasing raffle tickets or bidding high. Other groups have pancake breakfasts or spaghetti dinners. The food is often surprisingly good and you could not possibly be in the company of a better group of people. If your work schedule prohibits your participation at that level please consider purchasing the rescue’s calendar, cook book or t-shirt and wear it proudly. You could provide foster care for a purebred or mixed breed dog waiting to find a forever family. Too often, what a rescue organization needs more than anything are foster homes. “The single greatest need of our rescue are good, qualified foster homes where the dogs can receive the time and attention they deserve from caring people until we can find them a forever home,” said Tami Stanely, President of Texas Labrador Retriever Rescue in Euless, Texas. Hoffman stated, “We always need more foster homes. Our foster home volunteers are stretched woefully thin right now and all of our fosters have 2, 3 or even more dogs over and above the maximum number they originally agreed to foster. Stanely added, “We always need more foster homes and our ability to take in dogs is in direct relation to the number of foster homes that we have available.” Every dog that is fostered is made more adoptable and easier to place in a forever home with a loving family thanks to the efforts given to care for, train, and socialize them by their foster family. Should you have the room in your heart and in your home, you could consider adopting one of the wonderful dogs needing a forever home. We adopted our rescue almost nine years ago. Every day she has done everything she can to make us feel as though we are the most important people in her world. She has greatly enriched our lives in so very many ways. There are purebred dogs and mixed breed dogs with rescue groups all across the great state of Texas offering adoptions of healthy, happy, loving dogs. To find the rescue group nearest you, visit us at www. texasdogsandcats.com. Click on the “Adopt” tab and then scroll down to a rescue near you or to the specific breed rescue that you are looking for. The opportunity to assist in making your favorite local rescue group successful in their mission is yours and rest assured knowing that your efforts will be very much appreciated.

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ospice care aims to meet the physical and mental needs of a pet faced with a lifelimiting illness. It begins the moment a pet has been diagnosed with a terminal condition and the family has decided not to pursue aggressive, curative therapies. Hospice exists to provide support and care for patients in the last phases of an incurable disease, or at the natural end of life.

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Pet hospice focuses on caring, not curing. We understand that serious illness profoundly impacts not only the patient but family and loved ones as well. Patients in the last phases of life deserve such care so that they might live as fully and comfortably as possible, and that through appropriate care and the promotion of a caring community sensitive to their needs, patients and their families may be free to attain a degree of mental and spiritual preparation for death that is satisfactory to them. Diseases or conditions that warrant hospice care: • Cancer • Incurable organ failure • Osteoarthritis • Neurological conditions, including dementia • Senior pets reaching the end of life What hospice services does Last Wishes provide? Hospice care begins with formulating an individualized plan, based on a comprehensive assessment of the patient’s and family’s needs while taking into consideration the patient’s diagnosis, prognosis and available treatment options; the family’s values, beliefs and resources; and our hospice team’s philosophy and capabilities. Here are the goals of our Pet Hospice Program: • We provide our patients with a safe, caring, intimate end-of-life experience in a familiar environment, sur{December 2012}

rounded by loved ones • We focus on providing pain control and physical comfort to the pet, as well as educational and emotional support for the family until a natural death occurs or euthanasia is chosen • We give families time to adjust to their pet’s progressive disease and help prepare them to say goodbye in the comfort of their own home Hospice services include, but are not limited to: • Pain recognition and management • Oral and injectable medications • Fluid therapy • Nutritional and dietary therapy • Massage and physical therapy • Wound care • Reducing stress in the environment • Household modifications • Mental stimulation • Recommending non-pharmacological therapies • Educating family members on how to perform medical and nursing care at home • Educating family members on how to assess and monitor the patient’s comfort level and quality of life • Encouraging realistic expectations for the patient’s remaining lifetime and the process of dying • Grief support

The decision to enter into a hospice care plan can only be made once an owner has consulted their regular veterinarian and carefully considered all the treatment options. Many pet parents choose hospice care in order to have the time to say goodbye to their companions, to plan for their death, and to ensure that all the decisions about the pet’s needs are guided by their view of the pet’s needs. If you have the resources to support comfort care, the time and desire to care for your pet during the last days or weeks of their life, and a good support team in place, then hospice care may be the right choice for you and your pet..

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n households with an older dog, the older dog, while being loved and treasured, is often unknowingly neglected. The slow-moving, sleep-all-day dog is called old. While he may be old, he does not need to act old. Your old dog just might need a little help to regain his puppy joie de vive. There are many things that can be done to help your old dog act young again.

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First, take your older dog to the vet. Just because the dog is not young, does not mean the dog should limp around the house, sleep all the time, or be reluctant to play. Talk to your vet about diagnosing and treating the medical conditions that can cause your old dog to move slowly. A little medication can often make a huge difference in your mature dog’s behavior and attitude toward life. While you have your older dog at the vet, have the vet do a health check screening on your mature dog’s blood. This kind of lab work can bring to light health issues that may affect your dog’s health and quality of life. This should be done every year, at a minimum. Second, let’s look at the food bowl. Ok, let’s face it. You love your dog. You don’t want him to be hungry. Now he is overweight! While you are at the vet, weigh your dog. Talk to the vet about an appropriate weight for your mature mutt. Measure your dog’s food. Take him for a walk every day. Watch his weight, increasing activity and reducing his food intake until his is a healthy weight. Third, older dogs often have very, very long toe nails. These long toe nails can deform the shape of the foot as your dog puts his feet down on the ground. Imagine you were forced to wear shoes that did not fit. Shoes you could never take off. Ouch! Have your older dog’s nails trimmed every two to three weeks. You may have difficulty with the quick. As the toe nails grow, the quick grows also. It is possible to get closer to the quick – without making the dog bleed – with a grinder instead of clippers. If your dog is difficult to handle while trimming nails, teach him {December 2012}

to enjoy nail trimming. For more challenging dogs, the assistance of a professional trainer can help. Fourth, older dogs can have cognitive difficulties. This may manifest itself as out-of-place whining, whimpering or barking, restlessness at night, or loss of house training. If your vet cannot find a physical problem with your dog, at veterinary behaviorist can be a great help. A veterinary behaviorist has been trained in medical issues just like your regular vet, but, unlike your regular vet, has years of additional training in animal behavior. If you think your mature dog might have cognitive problems, seek the assistance of a veterinary behaviorist. Wait a minute, isn’t this a dog training column? Yes! The final thing you can do to revitalize your old dog is to teach your old dog some new tricks. Your mature dog can enjoy learning with you just as much as a puppy – without the nipping, chewing and peeing concerns of a young puppy. Teach your older dog fun tricks you can both enjoy. Buy a book on dog tricks or take a dog tricks class. Revitalize your mature dog for the new year and find the joy of owning a mature adult dog. Find the joy in your old dog.

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{pawz-itivelynatural} By Nadine Joli-Coeur

allergies in pets

n Houston, we are no strangers to allergies. It seems that we suffer more than our friends and families that live elsewhere. In the spring not only are our pets closer to the ground where the nasty pollen is, but their fur coats and pads on their feet are like magnets that attract these offending particles. Often, we realize our pets have allergies, when they already have a staph or ear infection.

SIGNS OF ALLERGIES What to look for?

1. Look at their Ears, Eyes and Feet first. Ears: Lift up their ear flaps. Does it feel hot? Is there any wax, redness or odor? Eyes: Do they have watery eyes, gunk or loss of hair? Feet: Are they red, inflamed, loss of hair or discolored? 2. Watch their behavior - scratching ears or hindquarters - constant licking and chewing of feet - rubbing face against the furniture or floor 3. Look at skin and areas that they are scratching and licking. Constant scratching can lead to open sores and welts. 14

The three primary causes of allergies in dogs are FOOD, FLEAS and ENVIRONMENT (atopic or inhalant). The severity of allergies can be also due to an underlying weak immune system. When an allergic reaction occurs the constant assault on their bodies causes secondary infections such as ear, urinary tract and skin infections. When an allergic reaction occurs, our pet’s immune system tries to get rid of it - that is why we usually observe signs at exit points of the body such as feet, ears, eyes and private areas. The stronger your pet’s immune system is the better it can fight off allergies.

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Like with their pet parents, allergies can show up at any age. Your vet can be instrumental in helping and more importantly you need to do some detective work and figure out what they are allergic to. FOOD

Top allergens are corn, soy, wheat and proteins that they have eaten before (i.e.: chicken). Other ingredients include grains, grain fractures, preservatives and processed ingredients. Start an elimination diet so you can pinpoint what not to feed. My rule of thumb is to feed a less processed diet. Stay away from corn, soy, wheat and

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proteins they have regularly eaten in the past. This also includes any treats. Once the allergy disappears, you can slowly add in new things and observe if it triggers any allergic reactions. The secondary benefit of a less processed diet is that they are eating healthier, and it will strengthen their immune system. FLEA/MOSQUITOS

The bite of a single flea can trigger itchiness for weeks. Make sure to protect against flea and mosquitoes. In Houston, with the milder weather they can be more severe than in other places. In addition to monthly topical treatments there are natural sprays and shampoos that can help. Products such as Natural Chemistry will help with bedding, yards are safe to use on cats and dogs. A natural flea, mosquito killer is food grade diatomaceous earth. Look for natural sprays include neem or eucalyptus natural products such as Ark Naturals neem or flea or natural flea essential oil products. ENVIRONMENt

this is the hardest one to control. Top environment allergens include tree, grass and weed pollens, mold spores, dust, dander, cleaning products, fabrics, toys, perfumes, insecticides, rubber and plastics, cigarette smoke, prescription pills, and in some cases pet vaccinations. Some of these we {December 2012}

can easily change (don’t smoke in front of your pet) but we cannot stop springtime pollen. Your best defense is a good offense. You should focus on improving your pet’s immune system through a healthy diet and using supplements like probiotics, salmon or coconut oil or herbsmith immunity support. Many people have used benedryl in the past with mixed results. There are a couple of excellent products that I would recommend to anyone that has a pet with allergies. These products are specially formulated for pets with allergy and skin issues. Herbsmith Allergy solution (it helps neutralize allergies before it starts such as itchiness, goopiness and inflamed ears), Vetricyn - safe for eye, ears and skin issues, it kills bacteria, staph and cuts and Homeopet Skin & Itch, Seborrhea and hot spots drops - taken internally it neutralizes allergies. Allergies are part of life for us and our pets. Make sure to look for common signs of allergies such as itchy skin, smelly ears and coat, breathing difficulties or gastrointestinal problems like diarrhea and vomiting. Since prevention is key, plan ahead before triggers such as springtime allergens or flea season starts. We can’t control the environment or fleas, but we can control our pet’s health and how their bodies react when allergies hit. 15

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d r a h za s by charlotte weir

he tree is light, the ornaments are hung, the table is set and warmth of friends and family fills the roomâ&#x20AC;Ś its time for the Holidays! I hate to sound like the Grinch but with the holiday season upon us it is important to remember certain hazards that our â&#x20AC;&#x153;furryâ&#x20AC;? family members may face. Pets always look for the opportunity to eat something different or are curious about changes going on in the house, so there is no better time to get themselves into trouble.

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One of the most common hazards occur when pet owners try to include their pets in the holiday season by giving them portions of the food that the family festivities bring. It is important to keep in mind how food intended for people may affect an animal. • Most cats and dogs will happily devour meat but remember that bones, especially chicken and turkey tend to splinter thus increasing the chance of becoming lodges in the animals’ throat or even perforating the esophagus, stomach, or intestine. • Foods high in fat content can easily cause upset tummies or even more serious life threatening pancreatitis. • Additionally, it is also important to realize that some holiday ornamental plants can cause trouble if an animal ingests them. 20

Poinsettias can cause mild stomach upset and even inflammation in the mouth, but holly and mistletoe can be much more toxic if ingested. Although a decorated tree creates a beautiful focal point for the house, the tree also poses many safety hazards. • Make sure to tack down or cover the extension cords that pets may want to chew on. • Keep pine needles picked up to decrease the likelihood of pets digesting large enough quantities to cause problems such as impaction. • Make sure that the tree is well secured. It may be a good idea to anchor the tree to the wall so it is not easily knocked over by curious felines. • Stringed ornaments such as ribbon and tinsel are especially harmful to dogs and

cats. The string can actually become lodged in the intestines that surgery may be required to correct the blockage. • Sharp and breakable ornaments also be avoided. • Most tree preservatives can be toxic so check the warnings or cover the tree base to keep pets from drinking it. • Don’t leave lighted candles unattended. Remember, pets are often curious and depend on their families to keep them out of harms way. With a little common sense and a few minor adjustments, the holiday season can be safe for our four legged friends. If your pet does encounter a problem this holiday season or you have any questions or concerns regarding your pets well being contact your veterinarian for immediate advice.

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appy Howlidays, peeps! Ok, I’m gonna say Merry Christmas, cuz that’s how I roll, but Happy Hanukkah to all my Jewish friends too.

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Me, I’m heading out to get a Christmas tree today. We do that every year. I want to introduce you to my sister, Nadia, nicknamed “Naughty.” Can you guess why? Yep! Hey! Naughty, get off my computer! What are you doing? You can’t take over my keyboard, Naughty!! Hahahah. This is Nadia writing now. Go away, Dougie, it’s my show now!! So, people! I’m Nadia, I have the “joy” of living in the house with this annoying Dougie! He is a mess. He whines and cries and complains daily. “Humph” is his favorite word. He should shut up! He should be so thankful for what he has and quit griping. Dougie has this thing around his neck – it’s kinda blingy and has a little red heart hanging off it. The little red heart says “Dougie” and has a phone number. Ok, it’s nothing special, but that little thing means someone loves you, Dougie, you should be thankful for that. Do you know how many dogs have nothing but a string or rope tied around their necks, with the other end tied to the fence or the porch column? No one loves them – how sad is that? {December 2012}

There is also this silver thing that sits on the floor and holds water. It’s a “water bowl.” The bowl is always full and the water is nice and clean. Dougie better be thankful for that too. Most of the dogs running the streets in Houston have to drink out of muddy puddles and drainage ditches – who knows what is in that water? AND, Dougie has TWO nice fluffy beds! Two. One green and one brown. Do you know how many dogs are sleeping tonight on the cold ground tonight, Dougie? Be thankful! You are warm and snuggly in a nice soft bed. So, be thankful, dude, and quit complaining. You have IT ALL. Ok, Dougie just got back with the Christmas tree, so I’m signing off. We gotta go put the ornaments on the tree. Nadia, for Dougie Deogi, over and out!

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pets as gifts yay or nay?

by Monica Schmidt – Houston Humane Society

G • Think it through – First and foremost, a pet should never be a spur of the moment idea. If you find yourself running out of shopping time or ideas this Christmas, don’t pick a pet just because it’s easy or on a whim. • Consider what it means – a pet is a big commitment. Time – many pets live 15+years; resources – fact is, pets cost money! Vet bills, food, toys, collars, leashes, and the list can keep on going; daily responsibility – your pet will need to be walked, fed, watered, petted, played with, etc every single day! That lifetime of love and affection comes with a lifetime commitment. A commitment you shouldn’t be making for someone else.

ifting is a major part of the holiday season, but before you “gift” someone with a new dog or cat, be sure you consider the following:

• Who is the pet for? – Perhaps the biggest consideration. Is the pet for you? A spouse? Your child? Who else will interact with the pet? Who is responsible for the pet? Ultimately, mom and dad will have to pick up the slack if kids get busy with school. • Does it really have to be a surprise? – If you can get past the iconic picture of your kids coming into the living room to find an adorable little puppy or kitten with a big red bow around its neck sitting under the Christmas tree, then the answer is probably no. You have a lot of options. Houston Humane Society recommends buying supplies for a new pet, a bed, pretty food bowls, etc., and offering a gift certificate for a future adoption or a “redeem me” for a furry friend card. • Really want a new pet for the holidays? – Houston Humane Society has hundreds of wonderful dogs and cats waiting to find their forever home this holiday season. If you make the decision to bring a pet into your family, please opt to adopt. You can visit in person at 14700 Almeda Rd, or online at houstonhumane.org.

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This nostalgic sock monkey is celebrating the holiday season by sporting a Santa hat. Available in 2 color choices at Natural Pawz

{December 2012}

L IV ING FO O DS. T HR IV I N G PE T S.

Human-grade ingredients Meats, game and poultry raised without antibiotics or added hormones Certified organic fruits, vegetables and supplements 100% grain and gluten free Corn, wheat and soy free Vegetarian-fed protein sources

any one bag of frozen formula

any one 14oz. bag of freeze-dried formula

1112 Natural Pawz Coupon: No cash value. Customer pays all sales tax. Not valid if copied or transferred. Valid for $2 off one bag of any Primal Frozen Formula OR $3 off one 14 oz. bag of any Primal Freeze-Dried Formula. May not be combined with other offers. Offer good at Natural Pawz only. ONE COUPON PER CUSTOMER. Retailer: You will be reimbursed for the value of this coupon provided you and the cutomer have complied with the terms of this offer. Give this coupon (with register receipt attached) to your Primal Pet Foods distributor for credit for your cost.