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IN THIS ISSUE 14 ITZY BITZ On the prowl for the scoop down South
Spring is Here
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THE CHARACTER OF DOGS by Keturah Mazo Canine characteristics to know and love
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MINI’S STORY by Heather Malkoff The story of a brave little dog, on wheels
44 HURRICANE WATCH by Penny Paine The essential seven “Ps” for storm and aftermath well being 45 SAVE THIS PAGE of hurricane preparedness and safety tips 48
PET FRIENDLY DIGS by Charlene Reiff Making the most of pets in the community and in your yard
FEATURE 40 GROOMING MYTH BUSTER by Wendy Doscher-Smith Popping the shampoo bubbles of our beliefs
REGULARS 6 WOOFS & GROWLS Readers let us have it 6 ROVER REPORTER Out and about and abroad – attitude is everything 8 LETTERS From the Publisher From the Editor 10 WANTED Help these cuties find forever families 12 HAUTE HOT DOG Products to bark about 16 VETERINARIAN VIPs Very important points about pets and hurricanes 18
ABOUT TOWN BARKER Every dog has celebrity potential
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ABOUT TOWN BARKER Wag ’n Train at Puppy Amore
24 DOGS IN HISTORY by Gregg Sekscienski Siberian Husky heroes of the Last Frontier 27 MADISON’S AVENUE Spring is in the air and in your wardrobe 30
PAWtrait of Lisa Hamburg by Penny Paine A pack leader fulfilling pet owners’ right to a dog park
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ABOUT TOWN BARKER The Worth Avenue Pet Parade
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34 HOGAN’S CORNER The ‘scoop’ on your dog’s most compelling questions 36
ON COMMAND by Jackie Powell A home at home for your dog
38 PUZZLE Word Search 50
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION MAKEOVER Not a simple rescue remedy for Sarge, from South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue
ON THE COVER Photographer, David Massey captures the wild side of sweet Sarge, from South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue. See page 50 for the Lights, Camera, Action Makeover. Visit www.visionhaus.com for more compelling photography from Massey and his team.
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BARKING NEWS What to know and do and include your dog – now in NY too.
BocaDogTM Magazine APRIL/MAY 2008
Publisher Jan Bond jan@bocadogmagazine.com
Managing Editor Penny Paine penny@bocadogmagazine.com
Contributing Editor Gregg Sekscienski
Contributing Photographers David Massey 850.527.6200
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Contributors Jackie Powell Charlene Reiff Scarlett Schiraldi Wendy Doscher-Smith Adrien Spano
Paul H. Jaffe, D.V.M. Dora Von Hollander Heather Malkoff Keturah Mazo Sandy Merritt
Special Thanks to: William K. Crispin, Esq. Kim Norton
Advisor Chandra S. Mishra, Ph.D.
Pet Protection Foundation of BocaDog Magazine, Inc. foundation@bocadogmagazine.com
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Dear BocaDog Magazine, The article Veterans Helping Today’s Returning Heroes (February/March 2008 issue) was just great. Among the many calls, we also have a large organization that will help us. Your magazine is a real treat for dog owners. Thank you Jerry & Irwin (Editor Note: Jerry Kramer and Irwin Stovroff founded Veterans Helping Today’s Returning heroes, Inc. For more information visit www.vetshelpingheroes.com or call 561.488.2128.) I really enjoy this magazine...please extend my subscription for an added year. Sincerely, Marian, Cincinnati, Ohio
ROVER Reporter Ms. Dinkie Unleashed in Fort Walton Beach, Florida Panhandle At the end of November my humans and I took a jog up north. I knew something was not quite right, when I was bundled up in what seemed to be remnants from an old movie wardrobe department. Uck. It was like being in another animal’s body hair. But it must have been okay because my lady human was wearing a similar covering. As the sun slowly sank into the emerald waters beyond the sugar white beach, I barked, “Barkiful.” That’s “beautiful” in human sounds. Then it became a bit chilly. CHILLY my tail, it was downright COLD – 28 degrees and falling. No wonder I was wearing faux fur. Oh, how I longed for the warm sun of South Florida beating upon my black satin coat. The next morning, to my delight, the sun was shining and the cool breeze was refreshing. We found a few outdoor restaurants that were pet friendly and I enjoyed meeting some local paw pals. The best part of the trip was when we parked alongside a strip of beach that seemed endless. My humans let me run, swim and chase birds for hours. That’s all I remember, because I was so tired from so much fun I fell fast asleep.
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o, that’s not a typo, so please read on. We talk, read and write about our love for dogs, their love for us and their characteristics – the ones that make dogs so adorable. We share photographs of our dogs and I know that each one of us believes our dog is unique. It’s true. Every dog actually does have a different character. We often ask ourselves if we are training them or are they training us, and this reminded me that dogs do have rules. To a human it seems the rule are made up as they go along but they are rules, nonetheless. We may try to pass them off as learned behavior but I’m beginning to see things differently. Here are just a few dog rules I have noticed:
Jan Bond and Travis
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If I drop the ball in your lap it is time to play Don’t even think about trying to sneak an extra treat to my pack mates I don’t care what you are doing, if it’s dinner time, it’s dinner time I say when it is time to get up If you feed me off your plate, you always feed me off your plate When I ask for something I want it now; love, treat, play, potty This is my yard I am the Chief Barker This is my friend and I will protect them to the end If it’s in my mouth or between my paws it’s mine, not yours
I do believe that the most important dog rule is that they love us whatever we do, even if we sometimes misunderstand the rules or break them. So, yes, dogs rule. From the small ones that believe they are giants, to the big ones that need a little friend to protect them; the unusual dog buddies, to the seemingly irrational staunch enemies; the picky eaters to the ones that will eat anything, and I mean anything; the go-getters to the lap dogs. Dogs rule by dog rules.
Jan Bond Publisher
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pring in South Florida arrived with Daylight Savings Time to a beautiful, cool sunny day. Many of you may be asking, perhaps still feeling winter’s last chills, why we are suggesting preparing a disaster plan now? It is because we don’t want the first two months of hurricane season to be too late – a little like the old adage, “carry an umbrella so it won’t rain.” Besides, then our June/July issue can focus on summer fun and travel.
Penny Paine
This is a busy issue. Veterinarian VIPs persuades us why to do hurricane planning and Hurricane Watch contains more handy hints and tips. We’ve also created a quick reference page of hurricane safety for you to save. On Command presents the benefits of crate training our pups. Charlene Reiff shows how to make the most of your pet-friendly “digs” and communities. Wendy Doscher-Smith found herself up to her elbows in flying fur and is now able to shed (not so sorry about that pun) some light on grooming from a dog’s perspective. While snow is not long melted, it seemed an appropriate issue to feature the Siberian Husky. Dogs in History relates the incredible race against time by heroic Huskies, to deliver live-saving diphtheria serum to Nome. Lights, Camera, Action Makeover relates their contemporary plight and the need for specific rescues for the noble, ancient breed. Ah, puppy love. Yet, we dog lovers know it lasts forever. Keturah Mazo shares her reasons for loving the species. We are inspired by Lisa Hamburg, who proved the power of a pack in the quest to establish a dog park. And we’re also inspired by the story of brave Miss Mini, by her adoring owner Heather Malkoff. It was my pleasure to meet the delightful Mini recently. PAWS, the auxiliary organization of Broward County Humane Society bought Mini’s wheels – because Pets Are Worth Saving. And we all know that, don’t we. WOOF.
Penny Paine Managing Editor
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BocaDog Magazine asks that if you cannot adopt or foster, please share these stories with anyone you know that might be able to help.
RICCI Ricci is a magnificent Standard Poodle. Less than one year old and currently weighing 20 pounds, he is neutered and great with kids and other dogs. Ricci is a big, happy puppy needing and ready to return lots of love and attention. www.coastalpoodlerescue.org or 321.459.2652.
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Marlon Brando is a handsome ten-year-old, 14-pound Bichon Frise. He is house broken, neutered and great with kids and other dogs. A perfect lap dog and sweet as can be, Marlonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ready to be the happy addition to any family. www.coastalpoodlerescue.org or 321.459.2652.
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FEDERAL Federal is an eight-year-old apricot Miniature Poodle. Now set in his ways, he still has a lot of love to give to a mature companion. Federal enjoys short walks to strut his stuff. Adopt-A-Pet at www.humanesocietymiami.org or 305.696.0800.
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Apple is a six-month-old diluted tortieshell cat. She is sweet and gentle with elegance and sophistication. Apple makes a wonderful companion for a chic couple or a single fashionista. Adopt-A-Pet at www.humanesocietymiami.org or 305.696.0800.
Honey is a five-year-old Rottweiler with a disposition as sweet as her name. She would love a family with teens and to go on long walks. Honey is very talkative and lets you know when she needs love and attention. Adopt-A-Pet at www.humanesocietymiami.org or 305.696.0800.
BocaDog Magazine asks that if you cannot adopt or foster, please share these stories with anyone you know that might be able to help. Also, please consider making a donation to these wonderful rescue organizations or to the Pet Protection Foundation of BocaDog Magazine, Inc.
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Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Itzy Bitz, a Chihuaoodle from Chicago, and here’s the scooper. Here’s the Southern Scooper.
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o I spent a long weekend in the mountains with my girlfriend Suzie and her owners, Buffy and Rex Toodler. It was a week of pie tasting contests, fairs and all that good ol’ stuff. But it isn’t the desserts that are the sweetest things in Georgia. I nearly became diabetic with all the “sugar” flying out of people’s mouths and that Southern hospitality… Actually, it was really quite charming. My only complaint? No real treats or normal kibble. They kept feeding me sweet potato pie and corn bread. What the heck is cornbread anyway? I must have gained 100 pounds. Suzie said I only gained 1 pound but what does she know. She’s a black Lab in perfect shape with a metabolism as fast as Mario Andretti…the bitch. I love her. Anyway, her two-legged persuasion thought I was this sweet “wittle doggie” because I’m cute and small, at least I used to be… They smiled, I wagged, they fed me…a regular racket, I must say. The only really annoying thing was the baby talk… I swear on my bark, if I heard one more “woodja, woodja, woodja” in the key of G, I would rip off my emerald-studded collar and play dead. I had no idea humans smiled that much. It would give a dog lockjaw. But what do I know? I’m a City-slicker, with no clear understanding of what that whole kitchen thing is about—the singing, the baking, the cooking, the baking, the jarring, the singing? Whatever. Suzie and I had a great time after the Toodlers left us home to fend for ourselves; while they literally skipped off to the fair, to enter competitions with Buffy’s jarred pickles and sweet potato pie. Funny how the orange, excuse me, “southern spice” color in the pie, perfectly matched the ruffles in Buffy’s apron dress. Darlings, let me just say that you will NEVAH catch me in ruffles. And if you don’t believe me you can ask Ronaldo or Gretchen, my personal shoppers at Pawnique and Mod.Dog.
Suzie and I mulled over what to do with our bad selves, until she spotted two wild coyotes hanging around our backdoor. You could just tell they were trouble, not to mention gorgeous. Dangerously tempting. They hung around, knowing we were there—must have been my scent, Chien Chic. It’s French and enough to drive the pedigrees wild, let alone the ferals from “them thar hills.”
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Eventually they sloped off and our adrenaline rush waned, until we heard more rustling in the brush. It was Oink from next door, the neighbor’s potbelly pig. Oh my. We had the best time. Oink is the funniest, warmest, most amazing guy I ever met. He has this incredible charm and made me laugh ‘til I cried. I may not have found celebrities to gossip about in Georgia but I certainly met the “sweetest” of species. Signing off until next time…IB
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VETERINARIAN VIPs
Dr. Paul H. Jaffe When a Hurricane Threaten
When a hurricane is threatening, your pet’s safety and well-being depends on you.
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hen a hurricane is threatening, your pet’s safety and well-being depends on you. Having a disaster plan for your pets is just as important as having one for the people in the family. Whether you decide to remain at home with your pets, board your pet at your veterinarian’s office, take it with you or stay with your pet at a pet-friendly shelter, planning ahead will be required to insure you are prepared. It is never a good idea to leave your dog behind in your home if you have to evacuate. Previous disasters have proved that pets left to fend for themselves may be injured, lost or, at worst, lose their lives. As part of your plan, consider the items that cannot be obtained at the last minute, such as health records for your pets and their license tags. These items are critical should you decide to leave your dog at a boarding facility or a veterinarian’s office or take your pet on the road with you. Pet friendly shelters, boarding facilities and some hotels will require this information. If your pet accidentally bites someone while traveling, proof of rabies inoculation is the key to saving your pet’s life. Keep a copy of these records with other important family documents. Know your options ahead of time. If you are planning on staying at a petfriendly shelter, most require pre-authorization prior to the arrival of a storm. Be sure to have all documentation completed ahead of time. If you plan on leaving your pet at a veterinarian’s office or boarding facility, be sure to find out their policies ahead of time. Some only accept boarders from regular clients during a hurricane. Also make sure that the facility is safe and secure. Is there a backup electric generator for your pet’s safety and comfort? Most facilities require a non-refundable deposit and have limited space, so be sure to call to reserve a space early. You should also take your pet to the facility early – as some require pets to arrive the day before the storm is projected to arrive. This is to allow the facility to close prior to the arrival of the storm, so that employees have time to prepare their own homes and pets. If you wait until the last minute, you may arrive to find the doors locked.
Paul H. Jaffe, DVM Past President Palm Beach County Veterinary Society, Inc. Jaffe Animal Clinic 950 N. Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, FL 561.395.4030 www.drjaffe.com
During the past several years, we have learned a lot about hurricane preparedness and our pets. The most important thing that we learned was the importance of being properly prepared. One of the most common mistakes made was not having enough prescription food or medication on hand. Once the storm approaches, supplies start running low and deliveries to the affected area are stopped until roads are clear and power is restored. It is recommended to always have at least three weeks supply of food and medication on hand at all times during hurricane season. See Hurricane Watch on page 44 for boarding, shelter and hotel options and page 45, for a comprehensive reminder list. Preparation and proper planning will reduce the stress and anxiety that normally accompanies an approaching hurricane. If you need more information on how to be properly prepared for your pets during a hurricane, contact your veterinarian.
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The Character of Dogs by Keturah Mazo
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love dogs, and not just my own dogs, but other people’s dogs as well. I sat down today and decided to ask myself, why is it that I love them so much? There are the obvious reasons. Dogs are loyal companions. They respond in most cases with kindness even after the worst of treatment. Generally, I find that most dogs like other animals. But there are also reasons I love them that are not quite as obvious as the first ones. I love dogs because no matter how badly they smell, they still think they smell terrific. In fact, if you’re a dog, the worse you smell, the more attractive you feel to others. I also love dogs because they allow humans to do silly things with them like paint their toe nails or dress them up like little hot dogs. Have you ever watched dog free-style dance competitions? Dogs will participate fully in all of our silliness, and often, they just smile and bounce along gleefully in return. I love dogs because they recognize a family unit. They know that the people who take care of them love them. They are often loyal to those people until death and perhaps, if you’ve heard of John Edwards or Sylvia Browne, the psychics, even beyond death. Dogs have known for years that one makes his/her own family. A being need not be blood related to be a part of you—happily; he/she doesn’t even need to be of the same species.
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Dogs are born forgiving. This trait alone may be the Achilles’ heel in their personalities, yet I find it such a wise and noble trait that I must admire their never ending courage in a hostile world.
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I love dogs because they not only know inherently who they are but who we are too. A dog can judge a person within two or three minutes, by his/her smell and body language. However, dogs seem always willing to give that person a second chance whenever the need arises. Dogs are born forgiving. This trait alone may be the Achilles’ heel in their personalities, yet I find it such a wise and noble trait that I must admire their never ending courage in a hostile world.
Dogs have the ability to reach out to others who would otherwise be untouchable. I have seen with my own eyes, the difference one dog can make in a person’s life, and I have witnessed dogs turn a non-dog lover into their biggest fan. Why do I love dogs so much? Loyal, noble, silly, wise, and forgiving, what’s not to love about a creature that inherently has all of these quali-
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ties and more? Dogs hold the key to contentment in life. What’s more? They just as willingly open that door for any compassionate human who comes knocking. Everyday, dogs invite humans in to their world, and tell us to sit back, relax, and stay awhile. How many people do you know who would do the same?
Keturah Mazo is an author, a part-time writing coach and full-time stay-at-home mom. Mazo’s book Pet Tails: One Woman’s Four-Legged Family is available at fine bookstores everywhere and at www.amazon.com. www.pettailsbook.com
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Mini’s Story by Heather Malkoff
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ne day, a man brought a little white puppy to the Humane Society of Broward County and said, “Her legs don’t work anymore and her tail doesn’t wag anymore. I don’t want a broken puppy, so take her.” The nice lady at the desk picked up the little white puppy, and the puppy licked her hand. And the lady said, “Pets are worth saving.” The lady took the little white puppy to the red haired lady in the clinic and said, “Trisha, this puppy’s legs don’t work anymore and her tail doesn’t wag anymore.” Trisha picked up the little white puppy and the puppy licked her hand and Trisha said, “Pets are worth saving.” Trisha took the little white puppy to the veterinarian. The doctor examined the little white puppy and said, “Her legs will never work so she will never walk and her tail will never wag.” The little white puppy licked the doctor’s hand. “We can heal her wounds and help her become strong until we can find her a forever home because, pets are worth saving.”
Little Angel, as Trisha and her family called the little white puppy, became stronger and started to heal with Trisha’s help. She could not run in the yard with the other dogs. So, Trisha and her son made a special cart for the puppy. The cart was heavy and hard for the puppy to use. She needed a special cart. But, a special cart would cost a lot of money. Trisha called Judy, the president of PAWS (See box), the group that raises money to help all the animals at the Humane Society of Broward County. Judy said that the group would raise money to buy a cart for the puppy because, pets are worth saving. The nice people at the Humane Society of Broward County bathed and brushed the little dog who was now strong and her wounds were almost healed. They put a pretty collar around her neck and put her in her shiny new cart. The local
television news show came to the Humane Society of Broward County and put the puppy on television hoping that someone would see the puppy and give her a forever home because, pets are worth saving. Bob was watching the local Channel 10 news and saw the little white puppy in a cart. He thought that this little white puppy would be a good friend for Lulu, his Bichon Frise. He said, “Pets are worth saving.” The little white puppy, now called Mini, frolics with Lulu and licks the hands of her forever family. Her legs don’t work and her tail doesn’t wag but she is a happy, playful puppy and she is glad that pets are worth saving! Judy called Bob one day. She said that the “Walk for the Animals” was coming up and the organization wants Mini to walk with all the other dogs. Mini’s family called all their friends and family and said Mini and Lulu will Walk for the Animals, will you sponsor them? They did. In no time at all, the big day arrived. The family put on their special shirts. Mini and Lulu wore their bandanas. The park was crowded. There were thousands of people and their pets.
Everyone was excited. Mini was in her cart and Lulu had on her leash. The loudspeaker blared Who Let the Dogs Out? and everyone started to walk. Mini was in her cart, her head held up high. She walked to the head of the pack. She walked down the curb. She walked over the railroad tracks. She did not stop. She walked to the very end. The people stared but no one asked if she could walk. She could walk. She could walk for all the animals. No one asked if she could wag her tail because her happy face was better than any wagging tail. When Mini and Lulu were finished walking the announcement was made that Mini’s group collected the most money. Now, more puppies, whether broken or not, can be helped because, pets are worth saving. Judy Simkowitz is a past president of PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving) an auxilary of the Humane Society of Broward County. For more information about PAWS visit www.PAWSsfla.com or contact Jamie Profant (PAWS Staff Liaison) at jprofant@Hsbroward.com or call 954.266.6827. Boc aD og Magazine – 23
DOGS in History Heroes of the Last Frontier Gregg Sekscienski takes us on a journey to Alaska, to meet the canine heroes of the Last Frontier. Togo and Balto, Siberian Huskies, were lead dogs in the sled teams that won a race against time, delivering life-saving diphtheria vaccine to Nome.
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ore than 80 years ago nearly 100 dogs helped save the lives of 1,500 people. The race against time to save those lives is now commemorated every year in the world’s most famous dog race – the Iditarod – a sled dog race from Anchorage to Nome. Today’s teams of dogs travel more than 1,100 miles in about 10 days through the wilds of Alaska aided by hi-tech equipment, major sponsors and GPS tracking systems. But in that first important race, some 20 teams of dogs and their mushers ran numerous legs of a journey that brought life-saving serum to the Alaskan coastal town of Nome, in just a little more than five days. Alaska’s unofficial nickname – the Last Frontier – hearkens back to the late 19th century and the early part of the 20th century when the area, not yet a
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state or even a United States Territory, was a wild land full of men seeking fortunes in gold. Nome was Alaska’s most populous city at the turn of the century with as many as 20,000 people living there. But after the gold rush passed, most moved on. In 1925, a doctor in Nome diagnosed a child with diphtheria. Fearing an outbreak in the community and finding he had only five doses, the doctor sent out a request for serum to inoculate the area’s population. During the summer, a plane would have been dispatched to fly the live-saving serum to Nome. But with the planes of that era unable withstand the extreme winter conditions, flying was not an option. Instead, authorities decided to send the serum by rail from Anchorage to the closest rail station to Nome, nearly 700 miles away. Sled dog teams would complete the delivery.
Photos courtesy of Anchorage Museum of History & Art, Library and Archives.
Enter the Huskies. Siberian Huskies were originally bred by the Chukchi Indian of Siberia and were an integral part of Chukchi life and culture. Siberian Huskies are not especially large – just 35 to 55 pounds – but powerful for their size. Their small frames maximize endurance and low energy consumption. For example, they require just half the food as their Alaskan Husky cousins. They are extremely intelligent. For the Chukchi, tribal life revolved around the dogs. The women reared the pups, the men trained the dogs and the dogs were companions for the children and families. The dogs even slept inside with their human families. Bred to pull, Siberian Huskies can be assembled in teams as large as 20 or more and can travel over the ice covering up to 100 miles in a single day. They have a sweetness of temperament that was bred into the Husky for a very good reason – a fight between dogs on a journey into the wilds of the Northern latitudes would mean certain death for human and animal alike. No wonder a relay of sled dog teams was the chosen option as the fastest and most reliable way to deliver serum to Nome. And with winter temperatures reaching minus 50 degrees F and winds gusting to 80 mph, the
journey would be difficult. Mushers with names like Wild Bill Shannon, Jackscrew and Ivanoff ran legs of the journey, driving their sled dog teams. The two most famous mushers – Leonhard Seppala and his one-time assistant Gunnar Kaasen played key roles. Togo, Seppala’s lead dog, guided his team through more than a third of the total miles the serum travelled. Balto, Kaasen’s lead dog, navigated his team through the final miles into Nome. The entire journey was completed in just five and one-half days – an astounding feat. The serum was delivered, the population was inoculated and the mushers – and the dogs – were heroes. Running the final leg proved fortuitous for Balto and Kaasen. A film was made of Balto, Kaasen and his team re-enacting their final push into Nome. This film became widely circulated and Balto became famous. The musher and the team traveled the country. A statue of Balto stands in New York City’s Central Park.
visit to New York City. They received a medal from world-famous Arctic explorer Roald Amundsen. Togo didn’t compete much after his lifesaving journey. He lived out his years siring pups. His mounted body is now on display at the Iditarod race headquarters in Wasilla, AK. Balto’s future was more complicated. He and the team were sold to owners who didn’t properly care for the heroes. Eventually, through the efforts of a Cleveland businessman, a nationwide appeal went out to help. The dogs were rescued from poor living conditions and brought to Cleveland’s Brookside Zoo, now the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Balto’s mounted body can now be seen at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Siberian Huskies are bred to understand the needs of the team. Balto and Togo are reminders of the integral role dogs play in the lives of humans. The human-canine teamwork shown in the “Great Serum Race of 1925” continues to be a shining moment of cooperation between the species.
Eventually, Seppala and his lead dog Togo, also received credit for their role – a role many historians point to as weightier than that of Kaasen and Balto. Seppala and Togo – a champion sled dog in the years before the Great Serum Run – also made headlines in a Boc aD og Magazine – 25
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of proceeding with the selected location in the Community Park. Hamburg and her “Dog Pack” believe they still have much to do. For some time local ordinance has denied dogs access to parks, even when on-leash, with some apparent lenience. When did you decide to take action? There are 48 parks in the city of Pompano Beach. Dogs are allowed in three or four of those parks, and even then dogs are not permitted in the whole park. Most parks do not even permit leashed dogs. There is no park in the city that allows dogs off leash. It is not just access for dogs that was being denied. It is the right of recreation with our canine companions that was being denied. I have been telling myself, and others, for a long time that this is not a dog issue, it’s a people issue. Lisa Hamburg, at the future site of the Pompano Dog Park.
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isa Hamburg is a wife, mother, auctioneer, artisan and volunteer trainer for the Doberman Rescue League (DobeRescue). The family dogs are a Labrador Retriever, Shetland Sheepdog and Beagle. Originally from New York, Hamburg was a fine artist who moved to Florida 17 years ago and has been an auctioneer for the past 13 years. Keeping her hand in the art world, Hamburg’s company Labrodog sells the dog bone jewelry, she fashions out of hand-made glass, and dog bone pottery. Nonetheless, proud Hamburg describes her daughter, Scarlett Schiraldi, a volunteer trainer for DobeRescue, as her best work. As if she needed something to do with her spare time, Hamburg is also the founder of the Pompano Dog Pack; a group of dog lovers in Pompano Beach, Florida. The “Pack” of like-minded residents wanted a dog park in their community, where their pets could socialize and play off-leash. The city government had approved a dog park seven years ago, but the site that was considered presented too many obstacles and the whole plan was abandoned. The project was stalled until Hamburg stepped in nearly a year ago. Initially, draft plans and a location were commissioned and given qualified approval. Now the project to establish the dog park is moving forward. On February 26, 2008, the Pompano Beach Mayor, Lamar Fisher, and City Commissioners, including dog advocate Commissioner Rex Hardin, voted 4-2 in favor 3 0 – A P R I L / M AY 2 0 0 8 www.bocadogmagazine.com
How easy was it to gain support from other residents with dogs? I was surprised how quickly the “Dog Pack” came together. It started when I discovered that Oakland Park was opening a dog park. Every morning on our daily dog walks I was complaining to my best friend, Julie Cook, that they have a dog park and we don’t. One day I asked John Rayson, the former Mayor of Pompano Beach, why we don’t have a dog park and how do we get one? He said I should start by speaking to the city commission at a meeting. It was meant to be. There was a meeting that night and so I spoke up and got the ball rolling again. I knew that I and my small group of dogowning friends were not alone in our frustration about the park situation. And that just complaining was not going to get us our own dog park. We had to take action.
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It is not just access for dogs that was being denied. It is the right of recreation with our canine companions that was being denied. I have been telling myself, and others, for a long time that this is not a dog issue, it’s a people issue.
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The “Dog Pack” is growing nicely… but, I won’t be happy until every dog owner in Pompano is a member. It’s free to join. How did you gain support from the city? We decided from the get go that we had to find the commissioners in the city who were open minded to the idea. The new city manager, Keith Chadwell, was very willing to meet with us and was very encouraging from the start. The Parks and Recreation Director, Tim Tracey, and the Director of Public Works, Robert McCaughan, suggested the Community Park location. Commissioner Rex Hardin has also been an advocate of the park’s concept from the start and has given us guidance, as we have moved through the process. The inner- and inter-workings of city government are certainly foreign to me. I’m used to the private sector, and I’m also used to being the boss. This has been a very different experience for me. “They” say you can’t fight city hall but evidently, you can lead it where you want it to go. Is the city expecting your continued involvement in establishing the park and what does that entail – if you’ll excuse the expression? The role of the Dog Pack will continue long after the park is up and running. We will be working with the city on the
Hamburg with dogs DeeDee and Rocket (Beagle, Tucker, not pictured).
physical site plans and layout for the park, as well as the rules and administration of the park. We look at ourselves as the “Guardians” of the park. We plan to do a lot of fund raising to augment the “bare bones” (pardon my pun) of the park that the city will build. I maintain the website for the park right now and going forward I would like to link back and forth with the city. I foresee a line of merchandise like T-shirts, hats and dog collars to continue fundraising. We need to attract a lot of sponsors, both individuals and corporations. We would also like to have an electronic newsletter – so people can be up to date on events at the park. We marched in the City of Pompano Yuletide Parade this past December and it was great – we have bigger plans for next year. We foresee hosting dog parades, low cost spay and neuter programs, educational programs and more. Pretty much we see it as the center of “dogdom” in our city.
an ecologically friendly place. We are lucky to have Dr Carol Falk, a holistic veterinarian, looking into ways to control fleas and ticks naturally, so we can limit pesticides in the park. Every successful dog park has a “Friends” group that spruces it up, raises extra money and takes an interest in it. We want to make sure that our park is clean and safe at all times. Sometimes that takes more than simply the maintenance a city can provide. Our role will be to make sure that the park is the best that it can be. When is the dog park expected to open and do you have any say in its name? We expect the park to open in about a year, possibly less. So far the name that we like is “The Dog Patch.” It gives a nod to the agricultural history of that part of Pompano, and we feel as if we have grown it, from the germ of an idea.
Is there a future for the “Pack” now We have a relationship with the Pom- they have achieved their dog park obpano Proud organization. Their mis- jective? sion is to make Pompano a more beautiful place, especially using native The dog pack has an agenda that goes plants for landscaping. This gives us a beyond just establishing this park. We unique opportunity to make the park Continued on page 32 Boc aD og Magazine – 31
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would like to see dogs on leashes welcome in more city parks. We would like to see animal control in this city be more about advocacy and less about enforcement. We would like to see education programs in our city to help people be more responsible dog owners. In general we’d like to see Pompano Beach become a more “dog friendly” city. Our intention is to raise funds to support rescue groups and pit bull rescue in particular. We may have to work hard to keep certain legislation out of our county, such as a threatened pit bull ban (essentially a government ordered genocide) and mandatory spay and neutering. These are civil rights issues, peoples’ issues. And we have to look at the big picture when it comes to right and wrong.
History sets the example: “Martin Niemoeller, one of the main opponents of Nazi racial ideology in the Lutheran Church and one of the founders of the oppositional “Confessional Church,” is arrested. He is sent to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp in 1938 and spends the next seven years in concentration camps. After the war, Niemoeller’s condemnation of bystanders to Nazi policies will become a call to early action. His words: ‘First they came for the Communists, but I was not a Communist - so I said nothing. Then they came for the Social Democrats, but I was not a Social Democrat - so I did nothing. Then they came for the trade unionists, but I was not a trade unionist. And then they came for
For more information about the Pompano Dog Pack: Visit www.pompanodogpark.com Call 954.415.8132 Email: labrodog@comcast.net the Jews, but I was not a Jew - so I did little. Then when they came for me, there was no one left who could stand up for me.”’ First it will be the Pit Bulls and next, maybe the Rottweilers, and German Shepherds…we cannot allow this to happen in our parks, our communities or our homes.
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Mixed Signals in Davie Dear Hogan, I just passed basic obedience and I’m very proud. But I’m also confused. When my mom finds me on the sofa she always shouts, “Down.” But I’m already “down,” as in lying down. So I just look at her. Then she gets cross and shoos me off the furniture. What am I doing wrong? Signed: Crosby, Davie, FL Dear Crosby, Let me assure you, you are indeed doing nothing wrong – at least when it comes to this situation. Being a well-read (and well-bred) dog I am reminded of what one of my favorite authors, Antoine de Saint Exupéry, had to say, “Language is the source of misunderstandings.” It might sound silly to us, but humans often forget that dogs don’t speak English – or any other human language. Humans generally train us to respond to a sound. They call them words. It can be “banana” or “noodle” or “down.” Once we associate the sound with what is being required of us, we will then respond, pretty much, to that sound with a specific action. We don’t really know what the word means, just what we should do in response to hearing it. This is why it is useful for humans to use distinct commands for different actions. In this case, you hear “down” and you respond – correctly and as you have been trained – to lie down, be it on the sofa, the floor or wherever you might be. Your mom, unfortunately, is using an alternate meaning of the word, a nuance that we dogs don’t pick up on. It would be useful for her to work with
you to teach you “off” and that “off” means to get “off” the furniture. Or she could use “floor” or even “bamboo” if she wants to. Unfortunately if she continues to use “down” to try to get you “off” the furniture, you’ll soon be so confused you won’t respond to “down” properly as you were first taught. Let’s hope your mom reads this. Food Bowl or Food Carpet Dear Hogan, I don’t know why I have this compulsion to take a piece of food from my bowl and carry it to a rug or carpet to eat it. I know this isn’t what my human wants me to do because she always wants to clean up after me. Some of my buddies at the dog park tell me they do the same thing. Some of them like to carry their food to where their humans are – like the living room but some just chomp it down right there at the bowl. Is there something wrong with us? Signed: Travis Herbert, Coconut Creek, FL Dear Travis, Ah...such are the mysteries of dog life. Once again my crack staff and I used extensive barking sessions with canine focus groups as well as the Dognet to track down an answer. Some animal behaviorists point to the primal instinct left over from wolves, our closest cousins, and a need to remove the food to a safer place so we can eat it without fear of it being taken. Some dogs may even eat smaller pieces at their bowls but carry larger ones away, since they may have to set these down or part
of the piece may drop when they bite it and other dogs could take the food. Other experts suggest another wolf heritage-based idea that eating is a communal event for the members of a pack. A dog may carry the food from the bowl in the kitchen to the living room or any room where your human may be. In this instance, it is the dog’s tie to it’s human as a member of the pack; the dog wants to eat in the comfort of the group. In our interviews, however, many dogs expressed concern about our queries and the whole “humans need to know” problem. Just enjoy our eccentricity, they say. Many respondents said we work from instinct and often seem to be doing things for different reasons than humans. “Of course we do things different from humans,” one interviewee barked. “We’re dogs!” he continued. “Many of us live for the moment. Others have trepidation about our every action. Let us be…dogs.” So I guess the best answer for you to tell your human, is while these exercises in looking into the mind of a dog are fun (even this column), remember we’re dogs and we do dog things. One note: If any of you guard your food and food bowl or act aggressively toward anyone or anything that gets near your food, you need help. This is indeed an unwanted behavior and can quickly cause trouble for everyone involved. Some training from an expert can help you overcome your problem before it causes you, or some human you love, pain.
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Your dog will be crated: • if you ever have to leave him at the vet for medical treatment • at the groomer’s, where he will likely wait his turn and to be picked up • traveling by air unless small enough to travel in the cabin • traveling by air in the cabin in the confines of a travel bag or soft crate • for safety when traveling by car or in emergencies • and, heaven forbid if your dog ever gets lost, at the pound Crate training now will help to eliminate the stress of these situations and many new ones. Think of a crate as a modern den. When you provide your dog with his own crate it is like giving a child his very own room. And for human convenience, a crate is a portable den. There are three basic types, which can match your furniture and your and your dog’s lifestyle. (See box.) Crate training is almost essential to help with potty training puppies and to manage any of their uncontrolled behavior like chewing, counter surfing
and trash can diving. The crate is not appropriate for long-term confinement. Dogs that learn to soil in their crates are more difficult to housetrain. Puppies should not be crated for more hours than they are months old plus one. For example, a three-month-old puppy should not be in a crate for more than four hours. Eight hours should be the maximum for an adult dog to be in a crate.
Step One: Acclimatize the dog to the crate. Make it comfortable with a soft pad, pillow or blanket. Place the crate in the corner of a high traffic area like the kitchen or family room. Leave the door to the crate open. Every now and then drop a few treats into the crate for the dog to discover like treasure.
Some dogs suffer from separation anxiety and a crate is generally not recommended for these dogs because they tend to panic in close confinement. If the dog shows signs of panic to the point of risking injury to himself, immediately let the dog out of the crate. Stop crate training and consult a behaviorist or trainer who has experience in this behavior problem.
Step Two: Toss a treat into the crate then, stand back and let the dog get the treat. If he is unsure about going into the crate, toss the treat so that he only has to put his head in to get it. Toss in more treats for the dog to get. Do this a few times. Repeat this step several times to build up the confidence of the dog.
You want to set the dog up for success. Gradually associate the crate with something that the dog already likes and gradually increase the length of time the dog spends in his crate. Only go on to the next step when the dog is ready.
Step Three: Toss treats into the crate and see if the dog goes in to get them. When the dog goes into the crate and after he eats the treat, call him out of his crate. Now casually look at the crate and wait a few seconds. See if the dog goes back into the crate. If the dog steps toward
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the crate toss a treat in. If the dog goes into the crate toss in a handful of treats so he can have a party. Repeat this session several times until the dog will go into the crate expecting treats to rain down. Step Four: Walk over to the crate and just look at the crate. Wait for the dog to look and then go into the crate. When the doggoes into the crate all the way reward him with praise and treats. He just won a jackpot. This is the step where you begin to name the action of going into the crate. You can call it crate, kennel, house, room, place, etc. Use the same word consistently before the dog enters the crate. For example, you could say “Go to your place.” Steps one through four are performed with the crate door open. Reward the dog for just lying in the crate and relaxing Step Five: Begin to close the door briefly, for just seconds, while the dog eats the treats. Before the dog is finished open the door and let him come out. In later sessions gradually add more time in seconds. Try sitting next to the crate and dropping treats into the back of the crate. Quickly close the door as he runs into the crate. As you build up the time, present a special toy or treat. Only give the special item to the dog when he is in his crate, as this adds value to being in the crate. Take the toy back before the dog is finished or bored, to always leave the dog wanting more. He should think “Shucks, I have to get out now and I was having such a good time.” Step Six: Once you have added value to being in the crate, begin closing the door and leaving the room while the dog is busy with the special toy. Come back into the room and praise him for being a good dog. Build up the time in minutes. The dog will progress at his own pace. The dog should always enjoy the crate training exercises.
Establish added value for the crate by placing a favorite item like a toy or a rawhide bone in the crate with the door closed – so the dog can see the item for a while before you let him in to get it. Your dog will start to think that this crate is a really good place and “Oh Boy, this den belongs to me!” Ahhh, crate sweet crate.
CRATE SIZE DOES MATTER: Ideally the crate will allow the dog to stand up without ducking and to lie down stretched out, without being cramped. Get a crate for a puppy to grow into and use a divider panel to reduce the size while he’s young. This will prevent the pup eliminating in one corner and sleeping in the other. Plastic dog crates are durable plastic with metal doors and side windows. They have a leak-proof bottom and can be assembled in minutes. They are great for privacy and are the only crate that is approved for airline travel. Wire dog crates are easy to clean and usually have a plastic pan which slides out for maintenance. They provide the maximum ventilation which is useful in warm climates. Most wire crates fold down flat for easy storage and portability. Soft dog crates are made out of canvas and pop up like a tent. They usually have screened windows and the doors will zip up to close. A soft crate is very convenient for traveling as it is lightweight and folds down very easily. Soft crates are recommended for adult dogs that are past the chewing stage and are housebroken.
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DOS and DONTS DO give the dog plenty of exercise before placing him in the crate and after a long time in the crate, to release any pent up energy. DO make the crate comfortable with a bed or pad, toys and treats. DO be patient - puppies usually adapt quickly, older dog take more time to get used to a crate. DO make it a game and have fun. DO feed the dog in the crate so that he will learn that good things happen in the crate. DO NOT expect the dog to like the crate immediately or force him through the training steps. DO NOT use the crate for long-term confinement. DO NOT use the crate as punishment. Remain unemotional and reward the dog for going in the crate – even for a time-out. DO NOT let the dog out immediately if he whines or cries, only if he panics. Wait a few moments until he is quiet and settled. Reward what you want – quiet dog – ignore the behavior that you don’t want – whining. Boc aD og Magazine – 37
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Dog Grooming Myth Busters
By Wendy Doscher-Smith
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lthough there really is no official record of the origin of dog grooming, we can turn toward art for some clues as to its humble beginnings. For example, well-coifed pups are evident in Elizabethan era etchings, and dogs and cats are also often seen in paintings alongside royalty. In etchings from this time, dogs are depicted being shorn by women. But it wasn’t until the 1940s that some very plain grooming shops opened. They usually had a few cages, a table and no decent dryers to speak of. Then, in the 50s, Americans really embraced Man’s Best Friend in record numbers, and so, the need for improvement in the grooming world came into play. Of course it would take some time for grooming to become what it is today, a multi-billion dollar industry with “standard” cuts for all dog breeds, a “master groomer” certification, specialized tools such as
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blo-pens to color a dog’s fur and, even an Olympic Grooming Team, in the form of GroomTeam USA. It is oft assumed, even by dog enthusiasts and those who are otherwise in the know dog-wise, that grooming is a version of Happy Time with Fido. Consider this scenario: Fido ambles up to the grooming salon, wagging his tail. The face-licking bundle of joy that you dropped off proceeds to merrily hop-up on the grooming table and patiently sit while he is prepped by the groomer or bather for bathing (or simply “prepped,” as they call it in the industry), which may include, depending on the breed and condition of the dog, brushing, de-matting, having the ear hair plucked and toe nails trimmed and filed. Now, my friends, consider this. After working as a bather in three different grooming salons and recently graduating from dog grooming school, I am here to shed (no pun intended) some light on dog grooming myths.
Dog Grooming Myth #1: The Dog Wants To Be There I don’t care what Holly Go Lightly marketing propaganda we are fed or what kind of “Blueberry Cobbler Swirl Spa Packages” are touted, no dog is thrilled with visiting the groomer. Why? Because a dog is a dog. I don’t care how small he is, which sorts of marabouembellished, sheepskin jackets he wears until he resembles a mini Sir Elton John, which kind of designer strollers he is wheeled around in or multicolored, sprinkled bon-bons he is fed, a dog is a canine. What does this mean? If given the choice, a dog would be happiest frolicking about in his own feces, not being “pampered” by being doused in luxurious suds smelling of apple orchards or having her nails lacquered a bright ruby.
have been groomed since puppy-hood and, even then, merely tolerate the grooming process. Everyday groomers pray that these dogs walk through their doors.
Dog Grooming Myth #2: The Dog is an Angel. Always. The dog may be the county’s agility pride and joy in the form of Top Flyball Winner, the darling of every nursing home with residents vying for lap and cuddle time or an obedience school’s award-winning pooch, but at the groomer’s all bets are off. Think about it from your dog’s perspective. Even if the current groomer is as gentle and compassionate as possible, a dog is going to be carrying baggage from previous grooming experiences. So he may be on edge. This can translate into many different behaviors, some of which you will never see, but groomers do, on a daily basis. Aggression and anxiety are the top two contenders. Some dogs have separation anxiety. Others have
kennel aggression and get snappish when you try to take them out of the kennel. Some get mouthy on the table, some try to jump off. As always, it is not the dog’s fault but the circumstances that led the dog to be confidence challenged in the first place. The reasons for this vary from lack of experience being groomed, previously bad grooming experiences, and always, the groomer not properly taking control of the situation. It sounds simpler than it is. Dogs need to feel they are in a leader’s care. Then, even the most challenging dogs will settle down. I’ve seen it firsthand—a dog that gives Cujo a run for his money with an inexperienced groomer practically purrs when an experienced one takes over. Dogs test groomers and if you are not in your best shape physically, emotionally and spiritually, you will not be projecting leadership. Then the dog’s natural instinct, to be the pack leader, kicks in and the groomer has to work extra hard to do their job. I once had a Shih-Tzu mix that really didn’t want her nails trimmed. (No dog ever does!) Well, I knew if I let her “win” or get the best of me she would view me as a nonleader. So I managed to hold her in place until she settled down and then I could do the nails just fine. Once I established myself as “leader” she had confidence in my abilities.
Dog Grooming Myth #3: Being a Groomer is a non-stop fun job where you get to play with dogs all day! Grooming is a rewarding job. And sometimes it is fun. But it should never be under-estimated as it is also grueling, physical work. My second day of grooming school, a student dropped out. His reason? He thought grooming would be “fun.” He didn’t realize how much “hard work” goes into it.
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Madeline barks her approval and Helen wonders if there will be space for her on the ride home.
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Continued from page 41 I am sitting here right now with tendonitis in my right wrist. I got it from grooming and I learned the correct scissoring methods. I know other groomers who have tendonitis in their elbows and have other wrist ailments including carpel tunnel. The list does not end there. Back and neck problems are also associated with grooming. Why? Well, for one it is not like being a cosmetologist. People generally don’t wrestle with you or try to bite you whilst you are trying to cut their hair. Dogs do. You have to hold them properly. Firmly. This takes hand and arm strength. You have to lift very heavy dogs sometimes, even though, as a general rule, you should never lift a dog that weighs more than 50 pounds. You have to be extremely dexterous, balancing holding a dog’s paw while keeping his body between your legs (if you are trimming nails in this manner) and keep his head safely and correctly tucked behind you so you don’t get bit. So, yes. It helps if you have previous experience with the
circus performing the Human Pretzel act. Actually, playing with dogs is just about the one thing you never do when a dog is on the table. Or in the tub. You want to remain calm and orderly.
Dog Grooming Myth #4: Anyone can do it. t is just a haircut!
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Well, no and no. As evidenced above, not just anyone can do it. First you have to love dogs, be very patient, be very centered, and be very strong, physically and mentally. You also have to possess the Just-Try-and-GrossMe-Out Gene for when you express anal glands (a liquid brownish in color, nasty in smell and with far reaching squirt capabilities) or for when a dog vomits or poops on you. This does happen. At school we had an Airedale Terrier puppy that had “got into some bad chicken.” Needless to say, after a while on the table, he couldn’t exactly
SOME QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING A DOG GROOMER: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
How long has the groomer been in business? How many groomers do they employ and what is their length of experience? What kind of professional training does the business require the groomers to have? What is your muzzle/restraint/tranquilizer policy? What types of products do you use? Which kinds of dryers do you use and what is your cage drying policy? (Important because there have been unfortunate cases of dogs dying due to malfunctions and neglect.) How do you provide for drinking water and bathroom breaks for the animals?
tell us he needed to relieve himself, and thus, projectile diarrhea-d in our general direction. I got lucky and had stepped away at that precise moment and my fellow grooming student moved fast and only got some on her arm. Did I mention you have to also have a sense of humor? Secondly, there are scores of different shears and clipper blades, not to mention the haircuts themselves. Poodles alone have many hairdo options including the puppy cut, sporting cut, lamb, kennel or humane cut, Dutch trim, or the English Saddle or Continental cuts, which are the ones associated with the show ring. There is even a “Miami” or “Bikini” cut. In sum, dog grooming is a profession that is often misunderstood. And while grooming is a great career for a die-hard dog lover, it is not for everyone who simply loves dogs. As of yet, there are not even any licensing requirements for being a dog groomer, so be very careful when selecting one. Uneducated dog groomers hurt not only the industry but can hurt your dog.
What is your policy for treating elderly or special needs dogs?
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It’s better to ask questions first, rather than have regrets later. Boc aD og Magazine – 43
FEATURE STORY Hurricane Watch by Penny Paine
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hilip J. Klotzbach and William M. Gray, of Colorado State University’s Department of Atmospheric Science, released their first forecast for the 2008 hurricane season on December 7, 2007 (www.typhoon.atmos.colostate.edu). The forecast predicts 13 named storms, of which three are expected to be intense. Yes, hurricane season starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. No, hurricanes are not aware of those dates – as demonstrated by Hurricane Olga, which formed in the second week of December 2007. So there’s no time like the present to review or prepare your emergency plan. Veterinarian VIPs, on page 16, discusses why planning is so important and what we’ve learned from past experience. We have reproduced a comprehensive reference list for you to save on page 45. Information for family emergency planning, including pets, is also provided at www.ready.gov. If you live in an evacuation zone, your local government will provide details of local pet-friendly shelters. If you cannot take your pet or pets to a shelter and plan to evacuate to a hotel, check their pet and hurricane policies. (See box.) If you plan to board your pet, consult your veterinarian or the boarding facility for their hurricane policies and disaster plan. • Many pet resorts do not offer hurricane boarding and, if they do, do you need to pre-register? • Is the facility built to withstand hurricanes? • Does the facility have a back-up generator for the comfort of your pet in the event of a power outage?
Just remember the 7 “P’s” – Proper Prior Preparation Prevents Potential Pet Problems Fur Seasons Resort in Jupiter, Florida, has a Hurricane Assurance Plan. The resort’s owner, Peter Einhorn, confirmed the idea grew out of his own frustration in finding a safe place for his Miniature Schnauzers during the 2004 hurricane season. “When we built The Fur Seasons, we built a hurricanesafe building. All the exterior windows are made of high-impact glass, the exterior walls are pre-cast concrete panels, and there is a stand-by generator,” said Einhorn. Amy Birkenes, owner of Chateau Poochie in Lighthouse Point, Florida, said, “A back-up generator facility was an essential item of our design. We have to keep our guests safe and in the luxury they deserve – especially in an emergency situation.” A back-up generator is one of the best forms of protection for your family – and your pet. “As the electrical demand has increased, power outages occur twelve months a year,” says Jon Andio, President of 1 Stop Generator Shop, a Guardian Premiere Dealer based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. “Before central air became popular, many South Florida homes were built with terrazzo floors. Families – and their pets – would spend summers on the floor to keep cool. Now, so many homes have carpet, wood or laminate flooring, that natural cooling source
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is covered up. If the power goes out when you are not home, your pet will heat up with the house. With an automatic back-up generator, power is restored in less than 30 seconds.” This family-owned business offers a full-line of generators, as well as four levels of maintenance plans to be sure your generator works every time. 1 Stop Generator Shop can be reached tollfree at 888.68-WATTS or on the web at www.1StopGeneratorShop.com. There are other items that may prove useful to have on hand, not only for emergencies. If your dog, or cat, suffers from anxiety during storms investigate the Anxiety Wrap at www.anxietywrap.com. The testimonials show the wrap has many other beneficial effects. For the eventuality you are without air conditioning or just walk your dog on hot days, consider investing in the innovative Cool Vest® for your pet (www.gramercydistribution.com). The lightweight garment uses the simple scientific principle of cooling through water evaporation. Its design ensures a cool and dry dog, without the need for power or the use of chemical gels. Just remember the seven “Ps” – Proper Prior Preparation Prevents Potential Pet Problems. Wishing you happy disaster planning and a safe and, hopefully, hurricane free season. For emergency operations, shelters, boarding and pet-friendly hotels in South Florida visit: www.pbcgov.com www.broward.org www.miamidade.gov www.hspb.org www.humanebroward.com www.humanesocietymiami.org For all other areas contact your local government offices or humane societies or access your U.S. State Emergency Management Agencies at www.emergencymanagement.org. Other pet friendly resources include: www.dogfriendly.com www.petswelcome.com www.pettravel.com
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Hurricane Preparedness Tips BEFORE A HURRICANE 1. Plan and, if possible, book ahead where your dog will stay during a hurricane if you need to evacuate your home. Most special pet shelters and boarding facilities require pre-registration. Learn which hotels accept pets and their restrictions as to the size, type or number of pets accepted. The best alternative to shelters and hotels is a pre-arranged stay with friends and/or relatives living outside the evacuation zone. 2. Crate train your dog. Shelters, boarding facilities, hotels or a friend’s house, will most likely require a crate. Stress is reduced for you and your dog if he likes his crate and feels safe there before a disaster strikes. A crate should have ample room for standing up and turning around. 3. Make up a hurricane kit for your dog. The kit should contain a current photo of your dog for identification, should he become lost and/or need to be released from an animal shelter. Include veterinarian contact and medical information, important behavioral issues and a contact who will take care of your dog if you cannot be reached. Place the kit in plastic to prevent water damage and keep with other important family documents. 4. Make sure that your dog is current on vaccinations and keep proof in your dog’s hurricane kit. The proof of a rabies vaccination may save your pet’s life if he bites someone accidentally after the storm. Dogs may be euthanized for absolute assurance they are not carrying the rabies virus. 5. Get your dog a flat buckle collar and attach an identification tag that has your name, address and telephone number. Stainless steel tags will resist the wear and tear of inclement weather. 6. If your dog is micro-chipped make sure that the registration is current. If you have any doubt, call the chip registration service now and verify that they have the most recent information. 7. Gather hurricane supplies for your dog at the same time as supplies for your family. Stock at least three weeks supply of water, dog food, flea and tick and any special medications. Keep newspapers or a litter box for potty purposes. Include bleach, plastic gloves, trash bags, paper towels and cleaning supplies for any accidents or needed clean-up. Add bowls for food and water, a few toys and treats to the list. DURING A HURRICANE 1. Bring your pets inside early. Animals are sensitive to severe weather changes and they will try to run and hide when a storm approaches. 2. Keep your dog with you indoors. The strange noises of a storm can be frightening and having you within sight and nearby may be comforting to your dog and help them feel safe. 3. Place the flat buckle collar with identification on your dog if you have not already done so. Have your leash available, near you and your dog. 4. Use a separate crate for each animal. The anxiety of the storm can cause dogs that would normally get along to act out of character. 5. Feed your dog canned dog food so they will need less water to drink. 6. Do not give your dog tranquilizers during a storm. If an emergency situation should arise your dog will need all of their senses for survival. AFTER THE HURRICANE 1. Always use a leash on your dog after the storm even if your dog is well-trained. This is a safety issue of utmost importance. Things will look and smell different. Landmarks will be missing. This can cause your dog to become confused and disoriented. 2. When walking your leashed dog, watch out for downed power lines, standing water and debris from the storm. Do not allow your dog to pick up unknown objects or drink from standing water. 3. Drinking water is often contaminated after a storm. If it is not safe for you to drink, it is not safe for your dog. 4. Reptiles from the high water levels can also pose a threat to your dog. Keeping your dog on leash prevents them from pursuing dangerous new prey. 5. Monitor your dog’s behavior after the storm. Dogs, just like people, can become aggressive and defensive after the stress of going through a hurricane. 6. Keep your dog cool and in the shade. Dogs do not sweat to cool their bodies when they are hot. When the air temperature is close to the body temperature their panting, to exchange warm air for cool, is not as efficient. Heat stroke signs are heavy panting and difficulty breathing. If this should occur cool your dog down immediately. Boc aD og Magazine – 45
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Pet Friendly Digs by Charlene Reiff
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hings sure have changed in the last 20 years. People are very close to their pets these days. It may be because they feel more isolated from families and friends by the demands of modern day life or people have pets, instead of having children. And just how far will people go to be with their pets? We can see progress being made in the advancement of pet friendly hotels. Now there is a push for new communities, even new beach front condos, to be more pet friendly, too. Another thing that has changed is that back then there were hardly any rules regulating pets and now there are lots of them; animal rights and pet owner law, pooper scooper laws, convention regulating specific breed characteristics, dog breeding laws, leash laws and so on. If you are lucky enough to have found pet friendly housing, please keep in mind that rules can and do change and not always in pet lovers’ favor. For example, a home owner’s association (HOA) can change their position regarding pets. Every gated community and many others too, have an HOA. Try to get on the board or at least attend their monthly meetings and be vigilant that the voting board members keep your community pet friendly. Do the same, if not more, with condo boards where the majority of the community vote is usually needed to make or change rules. Work for you and your pets’ rights. When living in a pet friendly neighborhood it is wise to be considerate of your neighbors, especially since they might not be as in love with pets as you. Promote your image as a responsible pet owner and encourage your
community’s pet owners to do the same. For instance, every neighborhood has at least one chronic barker. The owners seem to develop an ability to ignore the noise that has their neighbors – including other dog owners – thinking of legal action … or maybe murder. But a dog who is constantly barking isn’t having any more fun than the neighbors he is annoying. Barking dogs need attentive owners.
in – and not as dirty as dirt. Of course, dogs should still have access to your section when you are there with them to supervise their behavior.
This typical neighborhood nuisance may be a dog who isn’t getting the exercise and attention he needs. Dogs are social animals and need to be part of a family. Exercise of both the body and the mind works wonders for all dogs, especially those that bark from boredom or to release excess energy. A dog on a regimented exercise program is much calmer, happier and quieter. There is a saying “if your dog is fat… you’re not getting enough exercise.”
There are numerous organizations that will assist you in keeping your community pet friendly and help promote responsible pet ownership. Many of these groups, such as Pets In Condos – www.petsincondos.org – are non-profit and will welcome your support and the opportunity to help.
When walking your dog around the neighborhood, be as vigilant about scooping up their poop as you would in your own yard. Another dog’s smelly excrement on your easement can be as annoying as that neighbor’s barking dog. It is worth considering how to provide fun for your dogs and maintain an attractive yard too. Digging is natural for dogs with any number of triggers driving the activity. (See box.) The ideal is to section off part of your yard with some attractive fencing. Even in our many zero lot line communities, you can usually find space to give to your dogs. And just as important is they are welcome to dig all they want in their outside space. Consider installing a sand pit, which is just as much fun for dogs to dig up as for kids to play
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If your community is amenable to the idea, arrange a neighborhood pet event. This is one way of demonstrating to all the joy of owning a pet and how pets and people can bring the community together.
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Our cover star, Sarge, enjoying a fountain view after his makeover at Tail End Pet Resort and Spa. See page 50 for the story. Boc aD og Magazine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 49
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ogs in History on page 24 relates the incredible nature of the Siberian Husky. The Chukchi Indian and related peoples of northeast Asia developed the breed over 3,000 years ago to become an integral part of their life and culture. The Chukchi economy and religion was centered on the Huskies. The best dogs were owned by the richest members of the community, which is precisely why they were the richest members of the community. The expression “three dog night” comes from the measurement of winter temperatures at night, in terms of how many dogs were required to keep a body warm. During the summer all dogs were released and allowed to hunt in packs. This primitive hunting instinct can still be found in the breed today, along with their sweet temperament and need for companionship. And Siberian Huskies need exercise and are fondly called “squirrels on a string” when exhibiting their exuberant personalities and high energy.
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Siberian Husky Rescue South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc., (Sib Rescue) is dedicated to saving the dogs from owners who are unwilling or unable to work with the traits of the breed. Sib Rescue is a foster network that currently reports an all time high of Siberian Huskies needing homes in Florida. This situation, along with a decline in the number of available foster homes, means many dogs are being boarded. Not only is the problem taking a financial toll on the rescue but affecting the dogs in their care – many of which are being denied the valuable social interaction that comes from being fostered by a family. The Sib Rescue website provides the facts regarding the characteristics and care of the breed and much effort is put into educating the community. The rescue also offers counseling, training assistance and advice to owners to reduce the occurrence of owner surrenders. Phil Congleton, a dedicated volunteer and fundraiser with Sib Rescue, brought Sarge to meet us for his makeover at Tail End Pet Resort & Spa in Davie, Fla. Sarge is nearly three-years-old and typical of a breed that has no specific color, but he sports the striking face markings and one brown and one blue eye – colors often seen in Huskies. Sarge’s previous owner was a trucker who traveled the country with the dog as a companion. It seemed the trucker had little regard for Sarge’s need for exercise. He abandoned him in Florida, when Sarge took a run by himself. So, on arrival at the resort, Sarge was given the run of the facility. And so he did, including a foray into Tail End’s pool area. We felt it best to introduce Sarge to the water early for two reasons; it was a perfect location for the cover shoot and Siberian Huskies do not have a natural affinity to water. Where they come from, a wet dog is not only a very cold dog but potentially a dead dog. It is worth noting that Siberian Huskies are particularly fastidious and clean them-
selves like cats. They do “blow” or shed their undercoats twice a year – perhaps more often in warmer climes, where their top coat protects them from overheating. So it is not required or recommended to trim or shave their coats. All Sarge really needed was a bath. Tail End’s owner, Marni Lewis, happily obliged using their chemical free, oil- and herb-based shampoo and rinse. Sarge was a perfect example of good nature and patience, despite the time it took for him to dry. While we waited, Lewis introduced us to her rescued pack of English Pointers Jessie, Jake and Prince – and Italian Greyhound, Layla. We did not have the opportunity to meet her three rescued, retired racehorses that also inhabit the four acres that make up the Tail End resort, nor all of the five rescued cats. Tail End Pet Resort & Spa Lewis’s family owned a kennel in Maryland. However, she moved to Florida in 1992 and was working in the health industry until a bad boarding experience prompted her to establish Tail End; as a home for her and her husband and the resort where they could “care for pet guests as if they were our own.” Lewis has fulfilled her objective in a sprawling facility that gives the impression of a southern mansion. The spacious, clean and airy guest quarters are filled with happy pets and jovial employees, with plenty of shady outside space for play time. Once Sarge was dry he was let out to play again in the pool. It was fun watching him and his ingenuity in retrieving toys without getting too wet. Photographer David Massey was also ingenious in keeping himself and his
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equipment dry, although I cannot say the same for the rest of the contingent. Seemingly all too soon, our sweet Sarge left with Congleton to meet prospective foster parents, with a bag of Tail End goodies that aptly included — a toy squirrel. We just know he’ll find his forever home really soon. Special thanks to: Phil Congleton South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc. 4846 N University Drive, Box #333, Lauderhill, FL 33351 (Mailing address only) Email: contactus@sibrescue.com Tel: 954.540.7373 Fax: 954.721.3795 www.sibrescue.com Marni Lewis Tail End Pet Resort & Spa 10401 Orange Drive , Davie, FL 33328 Tel: 954.888.1866 www.tailend.net Boc aD og Magazine – 51
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UPDATE Tricky Woo works his magic... We are very pleased to report Tricky Woo, our February/March cover star is now with his forever family. Living up to his old name he now has another, perhaps even more appropriate, Rascal Doane. His dad tells us Rascal is a very funny, determined boy, who loves to play with toys and spends hours patrolling the pool. Rascal’s dad is so impressed with his new friend. He believes Rascal is a perfect example of the worth of rescuing animals and should help promote adoptions. We can’t think of a cuter icon for the cause. Rascal was adopted from: Get A Life Pet Rescue 6919 Broward Boulevard, Suite 183 Plantation, FL 33317 (Mailing address only) Email: info@getalifepetrescue.com 954.629.2445 www.getalifepetrescue.com
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Second Consecutive Win for this year’s Iditarod Champion The 2008 race was won in 9 days 11 hours 46 minutes 48 seconds on March 12, by musher Lance Mackey. This is Mackey’s second consecutive win, carrying the same #13 as his father and brother champions. The race name, Iditarod, is taken from an Athabascan Indian village on a 2,300-mile long Alaskan trail. The original race against time was won in barely five days to deliver diphtheria vaccine to Nome. The contemporary Iditarod is run for the duration, by a single musher and his sled dog teams. So proving the essential bond between man and his dogs prevails.
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Treatment for Anxiety Like children, animals each have an individual learning style. Susan Sharpe, the creator of Anxiety Wrap, discovered this when her own dogs did not respond to traditional training. After much research, Susan found that dogs’ behavior is aided by adding light pressure to their skin. These findings led her to form a shirt-like wrap, made from a nonrestrictive material, that when worn had a calming and comforting effect on dogs and cats. Anxiety Wrap can help animals with behavior problems ranging from destructive chewing to emotional imbalance. This product is especially beneficial during hurricane season, when storms cause some dogs to become most anxious. For more information visit www.anxietywrap.com or call 260.344.1217. Canine Flu? In 2004, greyhound race dogs began falling ill or dying as a result of canine influenza. Since then, the “dog flu” has been confirmed in over 22 states throughout the United States; with southern Florida, New York, northern Colorado, and southern Wyoming being considered endemic for the virus. Many public officials warn dog owners to be cautious when they bring their dogs in public places to prevent their pets from contracting the virus. The canine influenza is spread by moisture in a dog’s saliva, cough or sneeze. So it is important to monitor what toys your dog plays with when outside the home, as well as to look out for symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms are light coughs and gagging. A small percentage of the dogs infected will run a fever and have a runny nose. Most dogs with the virus can recover within weeks but there have been cases of pneumonia and fatalities. Since canine influenza is a relatively new disease, there is not yet adequate research to create a vaccine. Although canine influenza spreads rapidly through dogs, it does not affect humans or cats. This virus is very serious and if your dog shows any symptoms, be sure to get them to your veterinarian as soon as possible. www.avma.org Continue the Fight Against Dog Fighting After Michael Vick’s arrest in July of 2007, for dogfighting crimes, Americans may have thought that the abhorrent practice had diminished. But continuing investigations show the opposite. On February 19, 2008, the authorities in Pima County, Arizona, arrested six notorious dog fighting kingpins, leaders of the largest underground dogfighting network in the United States – after a year of investigations in conjunction with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). When the rescuers raided the kennels, they found mounds of dogfighting paraphernalia and over 150 dogs, reportedly living in decrepit conditions and cruel isolation. Chris Schindler of HSUS says, “The repercussions this raid will have on the world of underground dog fighting are incalculable.” www.hsus.org
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FANS SAY WHEN. FANS SAY WHERE. Cesar Millan introduces his On Demand Webinars. www.cesarmillanwebinars.com Yappy Hour at Abacoa Town Center A dog friendly event The last Wednesday of every month 5 – 7 p.m. Abacoa Town Center, Jupiter For details call 561.627.2799 ext. 27 Pet Business Group Pet related businesses meeting to network and exchange ideas First Sunday of each month 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at The Palm Beach Pup 1155 Main Street, Suite 116 Abacoa Town Center, Jupiter Contact Gemma at 561.625.0687 APRIL April 3 Yappy Hour To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League B.Y.O.P. (Bring Your Own Pooch) For date-night and Pet Speed Dating Meet attractive, single pets looking for love and a new home. 6 – 8 p.m. John Bull English Pub Village Commons Shopping Center 810 Village Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL www.hspb.org
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April 6 Hollydogs Adopt a Greyhound Picnic & at Spring Bark Featuring Celebrity Greyhound Cinderella Blessing of the dogs by the Franciscan Brothers of the Parish of Sts Francis and Clare Contests, fun and food. All breeds invited to benefit the Greyhounds 11:00 a.m. Poinciana Park, 1301 S 21 Avenue, Hollywood, FL 954.925.7758 Paws For A Cause Take your dog to dinner to benefit The Koret School of Veterinary Medicine, Jerusalem Honoree: Dr Andrew Turkell Keynote Speaker: Cesar Milan “The Dog Whisperer” Dinner & Seating from $150 (Dogs are complimentary) With pet boutiques, products and services 5:00 p.m. Palm Beach Convention Center 650 Okechobee Road, West Palm Beach, FL Call Bonny Fishman at 561.750.8585 Email: bfishman@afhu.org April 12 SPCA Wildlife Care Center’s 2008 Walk for Wildlife and Family Festival 8:30 a.m. Registration • 10:30 a.m. Walk Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Beach, FL www.broward.org/calendar/parks 17th Annual Festival for Pets To benefit the Southeast Volusia Humane Society Celebrating their 50th Anniversary Police K-9, Search & Rescue and Obedience demo Games, displays, vendors, rescues & shelters, 1200 S Glencoe Road, New Smyrna Beach, FL 386.428.9860 www.sevhs.com
Dog Days of Summer 2008 Take your dog to the game and see the Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Brevard County 6:05 p.m. (Game dates/times subject to change) Roger Dean Stadium 4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League For the Peggy Pass call 561.775.1818 or visit www.jupiterhammerheads.com April 26 Spring Bling Doggy Fashion Show Contest Fun and fashion to benefit Get a Life Pet Rescue 4 p.m. $10 contest registration Central Bark Doggy Day Care 3699 N Dixie Highway, Oakland Park Fl 954.568.3647 www.getalifepetrescue.com MAY May 2 Florida Marlins’ Bark at the Park Take your four-legged friends to the ball game To benefit Greater Miami Humane Society and The Humane Society of Broward County Florida Marlins vs. The Padres 7:10 p.m. Dolphin Stadium 2269 Dan Marino Boulevard, Miami Gardens, FL Call 305.749.1816, 954.266.6816 or 1-877-MARLINS www.floridamarlins.com May 12 2008 Golf Tournament To benefit Animal Aid Inc. The Diplomat Country Club & Spa 501 Diplomat Parkway, Hallandale Beach , FL Call Tamera Gibson at 954.730.8398 or visit www.animal-aid.com May 17 Harley Dog Days “Motorcycles in Paradise” PAWS Police Escorted Motorcycle Ride, Lunch, Cocktail Party & Dinner to benefit the Humane Society of Broward County Exclusive drawing for a 2008 Harley Davidson RoadKing 8:00 a.m. Pet Ride Check-in • $65 lunch provided Ride & Dinner $225 7:00 p.m. VIP Reception, Silent Auction 8:30 p.m. Dinner, Live Auction, Live Band from $200 Coral Ridge Country Club 3801 Bayview Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL www.humanebroward.com
Dog Days of Summer 2008 Take your dog to the game and see the Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Vero Beach 6:05 p.m. (Game dates/times subject to change) Roger Dean Stadium 4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League For the Peggy Pass call 561.775.1818 or visit www.jupiterhammerheads.com JUNE June 28 Dog Days of Summer 2008 Take your dog to the game and see the Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Tampa Bay 6:05 p.m. (Game dates/times subject to change) Roger Dean Stadium 4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League For the Peggy Pass call 561.775.1818 or visit www.jupiterhammerheads.com JULY July 26 Dog Days of Summer 2008 Take your dog to the game and see the Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Brevard County 6:05 p.m. (Game dates/times subject to change) Roger Dean Stadium 4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League For the Peggy Pass call 561.775.1818 or visit www.jupiterhammerheads.com AUGUST August 23 Dog Days of Summer 2008 Take your dog to the game and see the Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Vero Beach 6:05 p.m. (Game dates/times subject to change) Roger Dean Stadium 4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League For the Peggy Pass call 561.775.1818 or visit www.jupiterhammerheads.com
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Pet Friendly Places OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS & BARS
Miami Van Dyke’s - 846 Lincoln Rd.
New York, NY Fred’s - 476 Amsterdam Ave. at 83rd Street Barking Dog Luncheonette- 1453 York Ave. at 77th St. Café Café - 470 Broome at Greene St. Cherry Tavern - 441 East Sixth St. Fat Cat Billiards - 75 Christopher St. near 7th Ave. S.
Palm Beach Dog Bar - 318 Worth Ave. Cafe Boulud at the Brazilian Court Hotel - 301 Australian Ave.
Boca Raton Bangkok in Boca - 500 Via De Palmas Café Joley – 187 S.E. Mizner Blvd. Doc’s 3rd Base Bar & Grill - SE 1st St & Mizner Blvd. Courtyard Cafe - 2650 North Military Trail Einstein Bros Bagels - 9795 Glades Rd. Ichiban Japanese Restaurant - 8841 Glades Rd. Jamba Juice - 1400 Glades Rd. Linda B. of Boca – 41 E. Palmetto Park Rd. Lion and Eagle English Pub - 2401 N. Federal Hwy. Nick’s Fishmarket of Hawaii - 150 W. Palmetto Park Rd. Tulio’s Italian Fusion - 309 Via De Palmas Boynton Beach Pacific Grill - 1610 S. Federal Hwy. Coconut Grove Senor Frog’s - 3480 Main Hwy. Deerfield Beach Muddy Waters - 2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Delray Beach Boston’s on the Beach - 40 S. Ocean Blvd. Cabana Delray - 105 E. Atlantic Ave. City Oyster - 213 E. Atlantic Ave. Henry’s Restaurant - 16850 Jog Rd. Starbuck’s - 205 E. Atlantic Ave. Fort Lauderdale Cheeburger Cheeburger - 708 East Las Olas Blvd. China Yung Restaurant - 1201 N. Highway I Einstein Bagel - 3200 N. Federal Hwy. Grill Room on Las Olas - 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. Indigo Restaurant - 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. Japanese Village Steak House - 350 E. Las Olas Blvd. Samba Room - 350 E. Las Olas Blvd. Shizen - 716 E. Las Olas Blvd. Shuck’s on the Water - 2528 N. Federal Hwy. Starbucks - 6781 W. Broward Blvd. Starbucks - 2519 East Sunrise Blvd. Stork’s Cafe and Bakery – 1109 E. Las Olas Blvd. Stromboli Pizza - 801 S. University Dr. The Ugly Tuna Saloona - 300 SW 1st Ave. Zona Fresca - 1635 N. Federal Hwy. Hollywood Beverly Hills Cafe - 4000 N 46th Ave. Harrison Street Sushi Jazz - 1902 Harrison St. Nakorn Japanese & Thai Restaurant - 2039 Hollywood Blvd.
Palm Beach Gardens Habitat Cafe - 11682 US Highway 1 Parkland The Whale Raw Bar & Fish House 7619 North State Road 7 Plantation Cort’s Coffeehouse - 801 S. University Dr. First Watch - 6903 West Broward Blvd. Pompano Beach Dandee Donut Factory - 1900 E. Atlantic Blvd. La Veranda - 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd. Panera Bread Company - 2101 N. Federal Hwy. Red Fox Diner - 3640 N. Federal Hwy. Starbuck’s - 1800 N. Federal Hwy. Starbuck’s - 423 S. Federal Hwy. West Palm Beach Buddy’s Cafe and Deli - 2431 Beach Ct. Mediterranean - 200 Clematis St. Outback Steakhouse - 871 Village Blvd. Rooney’s Public House - 213 Clematis St. Weston Cheeburger Cheeburger - 1793 Bell Tower Lane BEACHES Canine Beach - East End of Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Jupiter Beach - A1A at Xanadu Rd., Jupiter Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge North Beach Rd., Jupiter Island DOG PARKS Amelia Earhart Park - 401 E. 65th St., Hialeah Pine Tree Park - 4400 Pine Tree Dr., Miami Beach Woodville Dog Park - 500 SW 83rd Ave., N. Lauderdale Bark Park at Snyder Park - 3299 SW 4th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale Poinciana Dog Park - Dixie Hwy. and Plunkett St., Hollywood Happy Tails - 6600 SW 16th St., Plantation Oakland Dog Park - 971 NW 38th St., Oakland Park C.B. Smith Park - 900 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines Pembroke Pines Dog Park - 9751 Johnson St., Pembroke Pines Barkham at Markham Park - 16001 West St. Rd. 84, Sunrise Coral Springs Dog Park - 123rd Ave., Coral Springs Dr. Paul’s Dog Park - 7460 Wiles Rd., Coral Springs Greenbriar Park - 2975 Greenbriar Blvd., Wellington Mizner Bark - 751 Banyan Trail, Boca Raton Lake Ida Dog Park - 2929 Lake Ida Road, Boynton Beach
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