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10 Start Puppy Training by Shauna Fackler 12 Just a County Paw Away by Glenda Kugler 14 Love and Grief by Maura Torkildeon 18 Essential Oils for Dogs by Wendy L. Turner 21 In Pets We Trust by Jennifer S. Goldsmith 22 Pet Sitting 101 by Norma Quintanilla 24 Bear's Beat by Glenda Kugler

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Some of you may have gotten a puppy for Christmas, With another new year, come new beginnings. Each or a rescue dog. How soon should you start your year my birthday falls on the Epiphany, so for me I have training with them? AKC Certified Trainer Shauna all kinds of fresh, new beginnings planned out.With that Fackler goes over this important time table for every in mind I welcome you to my second new edition to your home. Page 10 issue of the Purrfect Pets Magazine starts your training here. as the Publisher and Owner. I want All the hype about essential oils to bring to you a great pet magazine for humans now read how good they that has a long shelf life that is not are for your pet by our own Holistic only educational but inspirational.

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Glenda Kugler | Publisher | Owner Glenda purchased Purrfect Pets Magazine and Delta Living Magazine in 2017. She’s from the Midwest and has been in sales and marketing for 16 years. Taking pride in building lasting relationships with her clients, she networks to help their businesses be successful. Professional and caring in all aspects of her life, she is an advocate of animal rescue work, enjoys cooking, ghost hunting and travel. Reach her at glenda.deltalivingmag@gmail.com or 925.322.1936.

Karri Reiser | Writer Karri Reiser is a graphic and website designer.

In 1999 Karri began designing party invitations and decorations for family and friends. In 2010 she designed and launch her first website. The experience cemented her decision to make web design her career. Karri began attending the Academy of Art in SF in 2014 and opened Little Owl Design in 2015, offering graphic design, website design and custom wedding/ party invitation design.

Maura McCarley Torkildson | Writer Maura McCarley Torkildson is an author, intuition coach, artist and animal lover. She is The Inner Tree Cultivator, helping women trust their bodies, their emotions and their intuition for a better life. Her first novel, The Curious Magic of Buckeye Groves, can be found on Amazon. You can find out more about Maura and read her blog at www.mauratorkildsoncoaching.com.

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Wendy Lou Turner | Writer Wendy Lou Turner, CINHC, AADP is the owner of Glow Wellness and Herbs and has been helping people find their GLOW since 2011.

She attended the Institute for Integrative Nutrition for her health coaching education and is certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She is currently studying in the Naturopathic Doctor program at Trinity School of Natural Health.

Wendy is passionate about natural health and helping people get their lives back naturally!

Norma Quintanilla | Writer A long-time resident of Brentwood, Norma has a passion for animal rights and welfare. She started her own dog walking/pet sitting service and participates in pet-related fundraising events. She served as a volunteer in free spay/neuter clinics for Jaltemba Bay Animal Rescue (JBAR), located in Mexico. Norma likes to read, sew, dance, Zumba and walk shelter dogs. Reach her at 925.308.6278.

Michael Pohl | Photographer Michael Pohl is an award winning portrait photographer in the Historic Rivertown District of Antioch, California. He loves creating unique artwork that his clients will enjoy for generations to come. Michael is a member of the Antioch Rotary Club, The Antioch Chamber Of Commerce, and is the second chair of the Antioch High School Linked Learning Advisory Board.

Conrad Borba | Graphic Designer Conrad is a graphic and web designer, who spent much time in his youth drawing and creating, with his earliest memories of working on a computer as a kindergartner. He studied graphic and web design at Modesto Junior College and the Institute of Technology of Modesto. With over 10 years experience in graphic design and seven years as a freelancer, Borba stays abreast industry standards in order to provide his clients with fresh and new ideas. Reach him at conradborba@gmail.com.

Shauna Fackler | Writer Shauna’s been around animals her whole life. She was raised on a working cattle ranch in North Idaho. She has a love for animals, but dogs are her passion. Her mission is to promote positive relationships through positive training and education. As a professional trainer, she volunteers her time with a dog rescue, and she teaches dog bite prevention programs. Reach her at 925.478.9980.

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When Should I Start My Puppy Training?

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Because trainers work with many dogs, and where dogs hang out, we could expose your puppy to many things. Puppy's immune system is not fully developed until they are 14 months old.

Also at eight weeks of age, your puppy's mental development isn't quite ready to learn the more complicated puppy behaviors like Stay, come when called and leave it. There are things you can be working on that are just as important as obedience!

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already using a crate this the perfect time to learn. It will help a lot during potty training! Your puppy's crate should never be used for punishment.

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Potty Training - At 2-3 months old, puppies are babies and won't have reliable control of their bladder for several months. (Tiny breeds are particularly challenging to housebreak and take even longer.) Establish the right pattern from the very beginning and Puppy will be housebroken as soon as his internal organs can cooperate. Remember to use a positive approach and gentle corrections.

Acceptance of being handled - For example, brushing, bathing, clipping nails, cleaning teeth, giving

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Make sure that your puppy can accept handling in any situation without being afraid. Your veterinary staff and groomer will thank you!

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Household rules - Teach Puppy which behaviors are allowed in your house and which actions aren't. Is she left to shred the toilet paper? Try to use gentle corrections, no yelling or spanking. Your puppy will learn to fear you if you are too harsh. Remember, they are just babies and only want to make you happy. Is she allowed to hop up on the furniture, or into the lap of your guest? It's your choice, but everyone in your family should follow the same policy, or puppy will be

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By Maura Torkildeon

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f you are a frequent reader of Purrfect Pets, you were introduced to my chickens and cats in my last column. Sadly, since then we lost our female cat Avatar. It was an unexpected shock for our family.

Avatar was only eight years old. She died in August as cancer consumed her body.We miss her terribly.

Scamper, our other cat has also felt that loss keenly.

I have been writing about grief a lot over the past few years. One of the precious gifts that Avatar brought into my life was comfort and presence after the loss of my father in 2014. She was a true healer kitty. Her soft gentle presence was both a balm for my grief and allowed me safe space to deeply touch into my grief. With her on my lap, softly purring and giving me her love-eyed look, I recognized I was fully capable of embracing my grief and to understand that grief honored my love for my father. Being able to embrace my grief rather than avoid it was part of her magic gift of love, which also allowed me to fully experience joy. I am so grateful to my angel Avatar for this wisdom. It was another huge loss for me when she died. I embraced my grief for her, as I did for my father.

When we realized cancer was going to take her, I called on an animal psychic friend, Renee, to help with some decisions.This was such a comfort to me (I highly recommend it). Even though I was also deeply aware that it was Avatar’s time, I needed support. Sometimes we only have angels in our lives for a short time.

This was true of Avatar and confirmed by Renee. She shared that Avatar was graduating and so very proud of herself. I thought Yes! That is so Avatar. She was an incredibly gentle cat, but very proud. She was a queen, constantly reminding us of her royal status. Renee helped us understand what Avatar wanted and we fully honored her royalty with a regal send off. Renee said Avatar wanted me to sprinkle rose petals over her body after she died. Chills crept down my arms when I heard this. I had sprinkled rose petals over my father’s body after his death. Avatar knew, and she wanted to be honored in the same way. She knew and understood me.

This was her way of letting me know. Renee said I would know when the time arrived for Avatar to go. (Renee’s website is www.shamanicpawprints.com) As her death approached, we tended lovingly to her every need and constantly told her how grateful we were for her beautiful healing royal presence in our life. When the day arrived, I called Rainbow Bridge to come euthanize her here in our home. When she left, I witnessed the release of her spirit from body.

We created an altar around her body. A dear friend and priestess came to do ceremony the following day. Scamper sniffed her body and circled around. I made sure he was included. Even so, it took him several weeks to understand. He really hasn’t been the same since. He doesn’t like to leave our side. I can see this has been a major realization for him about the fragility of life.

Even when ready, grief can land like a heavy weight and I wept hard and long, allowing myself to feel every sensation of my body as I grieved. This is how I process grief. My grief for her is equal to the measure of my love for her. Grief and love are not separate, but two sides of the same coin.

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Essential Oils for Dogs

By Wendy L. Turner, CINHC, AADP wendylouturner@gmail.com (see ad on page 19)

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as we humans don’t dilute when inhaling.

• Most issues that dogs have can be addressed with the inhalation of diluted essential oils. There are a few issues which can be addressed with topical use like skin issues, arthritis, bruises, strains, and flea control.

• Only use essential oils with your dog when needed to address a concern, not to prevent a health issue.

• Do not add essential oils to your dog’s food or drinking water • Avoid using essential oils with puppies under 10 weeks of age Before using any oil on your dog, try holding a bottle of it in your hand with your dog in the same room. Allow the dog to approach you holding the closed bottle, but avoid letting it actually smell the bottle. Remember that dogs are scent-driven animals, and you don’t want to overwhelm them with too much too fast. If your dog seems okay with the scent, you can let it smell from a diluted bottle. If all seems fine, you can diffuse it in a room, adding

a couple drops to a diffuser. If your dog shows no signs of irritation or other negative effects and you want to use it topically, then you can start with a single drop of oil diluted in 50 drops of a carrier oil such as grapeseed oil or coconut oil. Remember, less is more when you are dealing with essential oils and pets.

I like to use essential oils on my dog’s collars as a natural flea deterrent. It works very well, and I do not have to expose my dogs to nasty chemicals. I also use oils to help with ear infections and cuts. My dogs get a little rambunctious at times and sometimes get cuts on their legs. I mix up some antibacterial oils with a carrier oil and dab it on the sore.

The oil helps to kill bacteria and aids in healing.

Oils are also good for anxious dogs or dogs that suffer from separation anxiety.

If you have further questions about essential oils and your dog, please contact me at Glow Wellness and Herbs in Antioch. I will be happy to help you in choosing the appropriate oil for your dog’s needs. dlm www.deltalivingmagazine.com

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In Pets We Trust

By Jennifer S. Goldsmith Attorney at Law Jennifer@jsgoldsmithlaw.com

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s pet owners, we don’t think of our pets as property. Despite the term “owners”, most of us would consider our pets family. I know I do.

My dog, Shadow, has been with me since she was 9 weeks old. Before Shadow came home with me, the greatest love I had ever known was for my newborn niece as I held her in the hospital room just minutes after her birth. When I brought Shadow home, I felt a new kind of love; the unconditional love of a pet. I now proudly refer to myself as a “Fur Mom” and tell everyone that Shadow is a person too.

In fact, when my (ex) boyfriend and I broke up, the only thing we argued about was Shadow. We had gotten her together during our relationship, and we both wanted to keep her. There was even talk about going to court over her to determine who’s “property” she was. But something about calling her “property” just felt wrong to both of us. So instead, we came up with a shared custody agreement. Yes, you read that right, a custody agreement for a dog.

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custody agreement situation really got me thinking; there must be a way to protect Shadow if something were to happen to me. Luckily, in 2009 the law caught up with what we pet owners have known forever and now recognizes that pets are not merely property. This law allows pet owners to establish a trust for the care of our pets in the event that something happens to us.

When we think about our estates, many people consider children, parents, grandchildren, siblings, even charitable giving options for their estate. What many people don’t realize is that they can also establish a trust to care for their pets. These trusts are legally enforceable and can ensure that your beloved pet(s) are properly cared for the remainder of their natural lives.

Money set aside for your pet(s) will be used for their daily needs as well as medical expenses and other needs to maintain the lifestyle to which your pet(s) have become accustomed.

Pet trusts, like other trusts, are extremely flexible and allow you to specify all the pertinent information for the care of your pet in your absence.

You can designate the type and level of food, shelter, care, exercise, and companionship required for each pet in detail. Additionally, a pet trust allows for the Trustee (the person you have left in

charge of the trust) to take care of your pet(s) immediately after any event in which you can no longer care for your pet(s), whether temporary or permanent. There is no waiting period like with other forms of probate, such as leaving your pet(s) to a family member or friend in a will.

This is the time of year when family is forefront in our minds. For pet own-

ers, family includes our pet(s) as well as our human families. In California, a Trust allows you to care for your family, including your pets. It is the greatest gift you can give to your loved ones and yourself; the peace of mind that everyone will be taken care of, even when you are no longer around to make those decisions day in and day out. dlm January – March 2018

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Pet Sitting 101

By Norma Quintanilla

for a reputable pet sitter. Craigslist, Rover.com, Thumbtack.com, Care.

Photos by Dick Ott com and Sittercity.com are just some of the online services where you can ow that the Christmas holidays find one. However, just about anyone are over, you are probably try- can put up a profile and call theming to fulfill some of those New Year’s selves a pet sitter. Not everyone has the resolutions you made. Maybe one of educational knowledge and training to your resolutions is to take a vacation care for a pet. Some people are hobbythis summer. But if you’re a pet owner, ists and some consider it a serious job, that may pose a dilemma. Most likely, a career even. That’s not to say that the as a pet owner you are unable to trav- sitters on these sites aren’t serious. You el with your furry family members. So just have to know what to look for. what do you do?

You want someone who is profesYou have several options: 1) Take sional, reliable, trustworthy, consciyour pet to the kennel, 2) Ask a friend, entious and detail-oriented. You can relative or trusted neighbor to look also try looking for pet sitters through after your pets, or 3) Hire a professional an organization, such as the National pet sitter.The latter has become a more Association of Professional Pet Sitters sought-after option.

(NAPPS) or Pet Sitters International More and more pet owners are seek- (PSI). That said, here are seven importing professional sitters for the conve- ant factors a serious, professional pet nience and because their pets get to sitter should have: stay in their own secure, familiar environment. If the pets remain home, then 1. Have a license/permit with the city they will follow their same diet and 2. Be bonded and insured exercise routines. Plus, they will be able 3. Have pet first aid training to avoid exposure to illness from other animals in a kennel. These are some of 4. Join a trade association (PSI) the advantages to keeping pets at home 5. Have a service agreement or contract 6. Be able to pass a criminal backwhen you travel.

But whom can you trust? And ground check where would you find such a person? 7. Have references Well, there are many places to look quintanillan80@gmail.com

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And pet sitters provide other services besides coming over to * Won’t miss any visits feed and give fresh wa* Always keeps a calendar ter to your pets. They * Won’t be late (adhere’s to the window of time) * Always has a checklist also pick up the mail * Doesn’t take friends or family on visits and newspapers, take * Remembers to pick up the mail the trash cans to the * Takes out the trash cans curb, water the plants, * Waters the plants * Washes the pets’ food and water bowls etc. * Never eats any of their food (except produce; it might spoil) A pet sitter will re* Doesn’t use any of clients’ personal items quest a free consulta* Never takes pets off the property (unless given permission) tion in order to gather * Is aware of potential dangers to the home * Offers helpful tips for pet safety, especially during holidays pertinent information * Always leaves a note as to how the visits went regarding the care of your home and pets.

You may also notice other great The pet sitter will ask you questions things about the pet sitter that will about your pets’ feeding habits, allergies, medical history, behavior around restore your trust and put you at ease.

So as you can imagine, the pet sitter children and other pets, emergency contacts, etc. It is also important for does many things. Pet sitting is actually the animals to be up-to-date on flea hard work. The pet sitter, in fact, takes care of many things while you’re away. treatments and vaccinations.

Once hired, you may notice that a The pet sitter has a genuine love for pet sitter will go above and beyond the animals and strives to keep up-to-date call of duty. It may be cleaning up the on the latest trends in pet care. The pet yard that was full of dog waste. It may sitter wants to ensure that your pets be taking those clean dishes out of the remain safe, happy and healthy. So as a dishwasher. Or it may be folding those pet owner, if you should see some or clean towels and sheets that came out all of the qualities mentioned, then a lasting trusting bond will develop. dlm of the dryer.

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By Glenda Kugler

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s some of you know, recently I have been fostering puppies from the Antioch Animal Shelter.

Most of them had Parvo. Dumped at the shelter knowing that these dogs had been infected makes me sad but I am glad that the dogs were put there instead of on the road somewhere.

My one foster baby (Mini Me) that was just 6 weeks old did not make it. She crossed the Rainbow Bridge warm and loved. She was just too small and weak. I gave it my best shot. Then, came along: Dusty, Misty and Lizzy, 5-6 month old puppies. Same story as above, but Dusty had Parvo. When I picked him up at the vets’ office he was so weak, sick and sad. Keeping him quarantined, I nursed him back to health in a few weeks and now he is back to being a normal 6 month old puppy. Misty and Lizzy both sisters couldn’t wait to play with their cell mate.

Since I am from the Midwest, we have harsh winters where a lot of diseases are killed. Even though Parvo sometimes does not die in the harsh winters, it is hardly ever heard of where I come from. It is mostly rabies that we worry about. Here in California the Parvo rate is somewhat high. Which, I do not understand because there are so many low cost vac24

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the gastrointestinal tract and lymphatic system effecting at any age, leading to diarrhea, vomiting, and immunosuppressant. Even though the different strains and mutations of the feline and canine version they may be able to affect each other depending on the mutation process. (I am a lab tech in my other life, but will not bore you with all the logistics of all the disease) The younger the puppy; the higher the mortality rate. With Dusty he was in pretty good condition when he came down with Parvo, which helped in his recovery, plus all my love. Pets recover better in a home environment rather than a kennel place or a vet’s office.

Plus, being highly contagious and very costly to treat in-house, most vet offices, and kennels choose to PTS some animals if they are drop offs or abandoned. For your pet, it can be very expensive and deadly, but it can be treatable at home in a most cost effective way. Depending on their age; health at the time of sickness.

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I am so glad that he pulled through cination clinics around here to help. ed. Do you really know what you are this. We are still on the downside but I assume with the backyard breeders, protecting your pet from? You hear the future looks bright to Dusty. He puppy mills they are only looking to the words but what are the meanings? and the “girls” will soon be availmake dollars and have no sense about Please if you have any questions ask able for adoption. If you’re interested anything. Doing rescue work for over your Veterinarian. They love your pet please email me at deltalivingpur20 years, just don’t get the just of any as much as you do. They are there to rfectpets@gmail.com animal suffering in any way. help.

They will be all set to go with vacMost responsible pet owners take Parvo, this disease can cause sick- cinations, getting fixed, and micro their pets in each year to be vaccinat- ness in both feline and canine. It affects chipped. dlm www.deltalivingmagazine.com

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