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Advertising Information (843) 284-3094 Contributing Writers Sarah Kalnajs Nicole Seitz Communications Gillian Nicol gillian@lowcountrydog.com Staff Photographer Laura Olsen www.lauraolsen.com Accounting Carrie Clark Financial Services (843) 367-9969 carriecl@comcast.net
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health & wellness 24 Osteoarthritis
calendar of events 21 training 22 Something to Chew On
home for the holidays adoptathon! 26
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Wyatt, a rescued American Bulldog/Pit Bull mix, is our 2012 reader selected cover model contest winner.
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Occupation: Owner of Out of Hand, and Ooh! Events Dogs in Household: One Na med: Leah Lives: Mt. Pleasant 1. What’s the best thing about owning a dog?
The unconditional love she shares everyday. She is so in tune with her 6th sense; it just amazes me. I am always saying, "how does she know?"
2. What do you find the most frustrating about your dog, or struggle with as a dog owner ? I worry about balancing her sense of freedom and fun with my fear of her getting hurt by passing cars.
3. All time favorite memory of your dog?
I always loved dogs, but my lifestyle is so crazy that I never thought I could give a dog the attention they need. My daughter (10) was in cahoots with someone that brought a dog to the store and I thought she was someone else’s dog. Leah spent the day with us and was so good. I caught myself saying, "if we could find a dog like Leah, we could get a dog." Come to find out, Leah was the last of a litter and looking for a home! I brought her home that day and we have lived happily ever after.
4. Favorite place to hang out with your dog in Charleston? On the bedswing on my front porch. I get one end and she perches on the other.
5. With what aspect of your dog’s personality do you most identify? Leah is happy go lucky. She's taught
me to take each day and situation as it comes and makes the best of it.
6. In your opinion, what’s the one item all dog owners must have? A dog bed and sassy collar. 7. If your dog were some other sort of animal, what would he be? Leah is so smart. I swear she understands English and thinks she is a long lost relative.
8. How does your dog inspire you? Or what has your dog taught you about life and work? Kindness. Leah has never met a stranger and she has a smile on her face and welcomes everyone into the store.
9. How do you KNOW you and your dog are best friends? I can walk in the
door after a minute and it's like I have been gone a year. She is wagging her behind so much it knocks over anything not nailed down.
10. What’s your favorite thing about Lowcountry Dog Magazine? I love
the Fido's Friends section because I like seeing how incredibly important pets are to all our lives. They give us so much!
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Holiday Redemption
require treatment. The Society does not euthanize healthy or treatable animals, rather only those that are in such pain and suffering that they need CAWA, CFRE, PHR to be humanely put to sleep or those Chief Executive Officer, Charleston Animal Society that are so aggressive to humans that they might endanger a human life. HoneyBee is in good hands. Right, Alton and Aaron are recuperating well. There is something very special about the way we feel when one of Bound and weighted by rocks enmeshed in a harness, he fought to our pets or another helpless animal is injured or in pain. We think keep his head above the surface of the cold river. He was near death, it’s something that brings out the best in us, and we respond with a but would not surrender to it. His will to live would not be broken. sense of love and compassion that truly comes from our hearts. His friend sought help from nearby fishermen. A Good Samaritan Toby, who was intentionally burned with chemicals, is one of the was found, who entered the 40-degree Noisette Creek and swam to Society’s success stories. When he was brought to the Society, he the struggling near-drowned victim. was suffering badly from the burns. Veterinarians and staff provided The rescue was made, but the victim’s life was perilously close to immediate care and long-term rehabilitation for Toby. He recovered the end. The friend who sought help was also in dire shape. Would beautifully and was adopted into a new home with other dogs to play either of them survive this ordeal? with. Toby loves to give kisses and play fetch with tennis balls. He is The two victims were not human, but dogs, perhaps a mix of now a very happy dog! Staffordshire, Labrador and other breeds. The rescuer was a young The Society saves thousands of animals, like Toby, Alton, Aaron man who risked his life to save another living creature. and HoneyBee, from life-threatening illnesses and injuries each year. The dogs, later named Alton and Aaron in honor of the Good When these helpless animals are abandoned, abused or unwanted, Samaritan who rescued them, were rushed to an emergency clinic the Society responds every day of the week to provide the love and that Sunday. When the dogs were transferred to Charleston Animal treatment they need. Foster care is critical to the immediate and Society the next day, veterinarians and staff went into immediate long-term recovery of these animals. During the summer months, action to save them. The dogs suffered from hypothermia, the Society maintains nearly 250 animals in foster homes. Currently, pneumonia, anemia, malnutrition, starvation, and heartworms. They it has 150 animals in foster homes and will spend over $500,000 on continued to receive constant veterinary care and attention from treatment in 2012. staff and volunteers at the Society. A couple of weeks after they In the spirit of holiday giving, can you translate your care and were stabilized, they entered foster homes for long-term recovery. compassion for animals into immediate care by fostering animals for The same day that Alton and Aaron came to the Society, a small animal rescue organizations such as the Charleston Animal Society Labrador puppy was attacked by another dog and brought to the and others? Dogs like Toby, Alton, Aaron and HoneyBee hope your animal care facility. She was in shock and suffering from a severe answer is, YES! infection due to the injuries and lack of emergency treatment. Again, You can learn more about fostering opportunities by visiting the Society’s veterinarians were able to provide the critical care she www.savemorelives.org or www.humanenet.org. needed. Her recovery will be long-term; however, the prognosis is good. She was affectionately named HoneyBee and will be in good hands in one of the Society’s foster homes until she is ready to be placed with a family. Every day, animals near death and in dire need of homes enter the Society’s doors. As Charleston’s only open admission animal care facility and its largest animal rescue organization, most of the animals entering the Society's doors are ill or injured, and
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Power of Positive Relationships in Training Fearful Dogs
by Sarah Kalnajs B.A., CDBC, CPDT-KA Good relationships are the foundation of a happy life. Those of us who consider our dogs friends, and perhaps even family, know the immense value that comes from just having them around. Coming home to their bright eyes and waggling bodies can make even the toughest of days better. Thousands of years of domestication gave us an animal that has a longer socialization period than its forebears and that forms strong bonds with humans with very little exposure. Dogs basically come pre-programmed to adore us, seeing us as virtual superheroes with very little effort on our part. As a trainer and behaviorist, my job is very much about developing good relationships with my canine clients and teaching their human caretakers to do the same. If I do not develop a solid base of trust with a fearful or possibly aggressive dog, he cannot learn from me, and may attempt to flee or do me harm. Scientists call this relationship-building with a dog desensitization and counter-conditioning. What I call trust, they call a conditioned emotional response. Whatever you call it, it is an absolute necessity that the dog you are working with has a positive
association with you, especially if he is fearful of people. The process of building a relationship is gradual; it strengthens with time and with each positive interaction the dog has with you. While there are a number of ways to encourage a fearful or aggressive dog to accept us, food is usually our most effective tool and the one we’ll try first. It is important during the early stages of training for the dog to learn that when he is around the trainer (you or his owner), there’s a very good chance that he will receive some exceptionally good treats. This is the easiest way to gain the trust of most dogs. In any interaction with the dog, including training sessions, it is essential that he remain comfortable so that trust is established and learning occurs. Keep him comfortable by constantly adjusting the intensity of your interaction with him so that he stays calm and receptive to learning. In technical terms, his internal emotional state needs to stay subthreshold. The two most useful indicators of internal emotional state are: 1) Will he eat?, and 2) Will he respond to simple cues that he knows, such as Sit or Down? Test
him frequently. If he stops doing either one of these things, he has probably gone over-threshold – he is too aroused, stressed, and anxious to learn and trust will actually begin to erode. If your dog goes over-threshold during a training session the only thing you can do is stop the session immediately and try again the next day because it takes at least that long for stress hormones to subside to levels close to normal (it can actually take a week or longer for a complete return to normal). Think about how hard it is to focus on a project at work, read a book, or have an important conversation when you are stressed and anxious. What about a day when everything seems to be going wrong and you are quicker to snap at those around you? This is no different for the fearful or aroused dog than it is for us. The last thing we want to do is keep pushing him when he is not relaxed and in a receptive state of mind. As we work towards building trust in the fearful dog we need to think about what he wants and find ways to give it to him. We want him to associate our presence with good things, but some dogs are so stressed, aroused, and fearful in the presence of humans that they will refuse to eat. When this happens there is another tool in our bag of tricks that will get a positive response, and that is to BACK OFF! Scientifically stated, this is the use of negative reinforcement – we take something away from the dog (our presence) to reinforce the desired behavior (staying put). [Note: When we give something to the dog (such as food) to reinforce a desired behavior, we call this positive reinforcement.] In this scenario the dog learns that he will be rewarded if he remains calm and does not aggress or flee. Each time we venture closer, we reward him if he stays calm by immediately backing away again. The worst thing we could do is move too fast and force an interaction that he is not ready for (a technique called flooding that usually does far more harm than good). continued on page 19
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see in people. Patience. Long-suffering. Abundant joy. Unconditional love. Unending comfort. True companionship. But then again, there’s my dog. My sweet little Chihuahua, Kahlua (Lulu), is a three-and-a-half-pound pill. She’s old now, almost twelve, and crotchety. Now that she’s older, I can make excuses for her. When she barks at people as they’re running by or strolling with their babies, as she nips at their heels and legs, as she jumps up in the air on all fours, snarling and spouting doggy profanities with the triumvirate force of Cerberus, I just tell them, “She’s old and mostly blind. I’m sorry. She’s very protective.” They look at her now with more pity than fear as they reach down to pet her cuteness and she bares her little piranha teeth and tries to bite their fingers off. I smile, scoop her up and feign, “Lulu, no, no.” Then I turn around, tuck her up under my chin, kiss her, and tell her I wuv her. It’s not her fault she’s a rotten dog. It’s mine. I take responsibility for it. See, I’m a cat person. I grew up with cats. I understand cats. I can look in their eyes and see the mischief, almost hear the thoughts as they are similar to my own…could I just have some peace? Who woke me up? I’m hungry already, and can somebody clean my litter box? Man, it stinks in there. But looking into Lulu’s eyes is a different experience. She keeps her head down in her little doggy bed and only lifts her eyebrows. She’s being invisible, see. She’s trying to act like she’s not there because she’s guilty of something. She knows she’s peed on the rug or pooped somewhere. It may not have just happened. It might have happened yesterday and I’ve not found it yet, and she’s been lying there for a very long time, waiting for someone to step in it and scold her. But I don’t scold her anymore. She’s old, and her bad behavior is mostly my fault. I got a teeny tiny puppy with a teeny tiny bladder when I was single and working full-time out of the house. I had never had a dog, only cats. I was utterly surprised she didn’t train herself, raise herself better with a little more independence. You take a kitten, stick it in a litter box once and voila, you never have to worry about accidents again. And cats clean themselves. But dogs? Not so much. I raised poor little Lulu on the back porch while I was gone most of the day, and I’ve used enough Natures Miracle on my rugs and carpets, I should invest in the company. Oh, and she won’t wear a leash and collar like most dogs. Thinks it’s punishment. It’s too heavy and makes her hang her head. She’ll only wear a cat harness and refuses to be crated anymore so
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at night she has the whole first floor for mischief-making. I know. I know. Shhh… I should have gone to a trainer. I should have been more of a disciplinarian, a better dog owner. I should have done a lot of things. But I tell you what. Having this little bad dog has taught me more about unconditional love than anything else. She is God’s little helper in my life to keep me grounded. When my head is getting too big from praise from readers? God gives me dog poo to clean up when I get home. The “cleaning of the poo” is a good humbling ritual. It’s why mothers begin to achieve some semblance of sainthood by the toddler years. God loves unconditionally—and I’ve learned to love Lulu unconditionally. This includes all her faults. She’s virtually uncontainable and Houdini-like when it comes to small crevices in fences. She’s not sweet to anyone else in the world but me. In fact, she’s downright rotten, mean and embarrassing. She bit the mailman one time and drew blood. Yesterday, she bit my husband. Twice. I watched her run across the street once to a huge black poodle. She jumped up to bite its neck fur and dangled there like a necklace as the dog looked around, which way did it go, which way did it go? One morning my tiny Chihuahua ran away from home, only to return with a stolen quesadilla in her mouth. I cannot make these things up. Lulu can’t see well, hear well anymore, and every now and again goes totally lame in her hind legs. She drags along the slippery hardwood floors. I have to carry her up and down the steps to go potty. And just when I’m terrified I will lose my little Lulu, God heals her, and she miraculously gets mad enough at a passerby to sprint across the lawn in attack. Ah, the healing. The miracles. I see them all the time with my dog. And if that’s not God speaking directly into my life, I don’t know what is. I am my little dog. I snarl and pee on the rug—figuratively speaking. Occasionally, I bite my husband. Sometimes I hang my head and barely lift my eyes to God because I know he knows what I’ve done. But my heavenly father loves me anyway, picks me up, draws me close and kisses my fuzzy head. Over and over and over again, no matter what I deserve. So I do the same for my Lulu. She is, after all, a kindred spirit. And I’ve no doubt that when I get to heaven, all the creatures who’ve taught me about God and about myself will be there. I’ll see my cat Espresso, along with Monday, the patient angel kitty we have now. And there, barreling toward me like a Tasmanian devil will be my dancing, yipping little Chihuahua, Kahlua, unleashed and saying, Welcome home. Nicole Seitz grew up on Hilton Head Island, a small town off the coast of South Carolina, where she was surrounded by palmetto trees, marsh grass, sandy beaches and unique Southern characters. As an author, artist and speaker, Nicole's work is deeply influenced by her faith and the mystique and charm of the Lowcountry. The Spirit of Sweetgrass, Nicole's debut novel, was selected as the March 2007 FaithPoint Book-of-the-Month for Books-a-Million. Her second novel, Trouble the Water (Mar 2008), received a starred review and 12
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was chosen as one of the Best Books of 2008 by Library Journal. Her third novel, A Hundred Years of Happiness (Mar 2009), was nominated by independent booksellers for the 2009 SIBA Book Award. Her fourth novel, Saving Cicadas (Dec 2009), was an Indie Next List Notable pick for January 2010 and her latest novel, The Inheritance of Beauty (Feb 2011), is a SheReads March 2011 Book Club Selection, a Pulpwood Queens April 2011 Bonus Selection, and the May 2011 FaithPoint Book-of-theMonth for Books-a-Million. She lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband, Brian, and their two children, teaches art at a local private school, and is currently writing her next novel. This essay is reprinted from Literary Dogs & Their South Carolina Writers (Hub City Press, 2012)
Why do writers love dogs? Not always for the same reasons all the rest of us do. Dorothea Benton Frank's dog Henry teaches her about self-righteous indignation every time she leaves on a book tour. Ron Rash learns to appreciate his misanthropic mutt Pepper after he bites his daughter's suitor. For Tommy Hays the dog is something not even a psychic can separate from the family. For some writers, such as Mary Alice Monroe, a Bernese Mountain dog arrives via Swiss Air. For George Singleton, they just wander into his Pickens County yard. In Literary Dogs & Their South Carolina Writers twenty-five of the Palmetto State's most beloved authors introduce you to their most memorable dogs. There is Padgett Powell's "Ode to Spode," Josephine Humphreys' paean to a poodle, and Roger Pinckney’s Daufuskie Dog-ageddon. Meet Marshall Chapman's Impy, Mindy Friddle's Otto, Beth Webb Hart's Bo Peep, and more. From bird dogs to bad dogs, wild dogs to café dogs, get to know these canines and their literary companions. Literary Dogs & Their South Carolina Writers is available for purchase at fine booksellers throughout the region and at www.hubcity.org.
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Wyatt's Wish A Home for Every Dog
Wyatt, our 2012 cover model contest winner, graciously celebrates the season with three furry friends, all of whom are in search of the perfect forever home. Will Wyatt get his holiday wish? Will his friends find adoptive families this holiday?
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Buddy proves older dogs still have fun.
Cali smiles for the camera.
The girls pose prettily.
Wyatt arrives in style.
The set is delicious! Piper the party animal perches on the dinner table.
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Dropped off at the Seattle Animal shelter with his brother at just 6 weeks of age, Wyatt was taken in as David Aanderud and Lisa Fring's 34th foster dog over a 2 year span. After just a few weeks the couple knew they had to keep Wyatt, citing his zest for life and engaging personality as key reasons they couldn't let him go. It's no surprise then that Wyatt charmed readers during the 2012 cover model contest, beating out nearly 600 other dogs vying for the coveted title! On a cool evening in late November, Wyatt hosted a candlelit holiday feast for three furry friends in need of adoption. His hope is that after LCDM showcases their stories and beautiful faces, they'll find loving forever homes just like he did! The older gentleman of the party-goers, Buddy the black lab mix found his way to Daisy's Place Retriever Rescue when his owner died. This low maintenance, 8-9 year old fellow just wants a family to cherish him In contrast, Piper the 5 month old female Miniature Pinscher indulged her puppyish need to steal the spotlight and even stood on the dinner table! What a party animal! She too is looking for an adoptive home and is available through Charleston Animal Society. And finally we have sweet Cali, who has, despite being adopted out and then returned to Pet Helpers after her first adoptive parents neglected her, maintained her sunny disposition and doesn't seem to be the worse for wear. What a resilient spirit! We're thankful she's back with Pet Helpers whose staff will match her with the perfect home. Could it be yours?
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Knowing how fast to go is more challenging with dogs that are this fearful because we can’t use our usual method of gauging internal emotional state (seeing if he will eat or respond to simple cues). Instead, we have to watch his body language carefully and note any early signs of arousal or fear. This technique is simple and effective because it offers the dog a choice. Every time we approach it is his choice to stay calm, so it gives him an opportunity to practice the desired response over and over again. Building trust also requires that we not place the dog in situations that make him feel anxious. Give him the choice to control his environment as much as possible, and don’t force any interaction that makes him anxious. Having the freedom to back away from anxiety-producing situations is an essential ingredient for building trust and maintaining his overall well-being. While these are great tools for helping a dog overcome fear, it is worth noting that your ability to read his body language is one of the most useful. Not only can it give you clues about his internal emotional state, but it can also help you figure out what he values most at that moment, whether it is a little extra personal space, a treat, or a tennis ball. You may find that this shifts often during a training session, so pay attention to what he’s gravitating towards. You’ll get the best results if you reward desired behavior with whatever he values most at that moment. It is absolutely essential to keep your project dog sub-threshold while you work with him. Once he becomes too aroused or anxious, you need to call it quits for the day so that he has time to recover - he cannot learn when his stress hormones have kicked into overdrive. Keeping a fearful dog sub-threshold puts him in a frame of mind to more readily make the correct choice (to stay near you) and avoids any unintentional association between the training session and negative emotions, such as anxiety or fear. None of us should be surprised by the confidence a dog gains from not being forced into situations that make him feel threatened. As always, when we think of situations that make us anxious or nervous, we know how grateful we were
when someone understands and respects our needs. People who show us empathy and care are people we feel we can trust. This is no different for the dog that may be lying by your feet this very moment. So, to recap, there are several very important things you should be doing to build a good relationship with a Sarah Kalnajs and her dog, Skye. fearful, anxious dog: 1) Watch his internal emotional state, see if he will Sarah Kalnajs is a Certified Dog Behavior eat or respond to simple cues. If he’s too Consultant (International Association fearful to eat or respond to cues, watch his of Animal Behavior Consultants) and body language instead. Keep him below Certified Pet Dog Trainer (Certification threshold. Council for Pet Dog Trainers) with over 2) Pay attention to what he seems to ten years experience working in canine want most at any given moment, and use behavior, training, and research. She is it as a reinforcer: a tasty treat, a squeaky the owner of Blue Dog Training & Behavior ball, or perhaps, a little more personal in Madison, Wisconsin. space. A popular speaker and freelance writer, 3) Don’t force any interaction upon Sarah presents seminars nationwide him; give him the freedom to back away if on topics relating to dog training and he feels anxious. behavior. She has been interviewed by One last bit of advice … you can’t BBC radio, NBC television, Wisconsin socialize a dog that has fear issues if he Public Radio, Women’s Health & Fitness has passed his primary socialization magazine, and Honolulu magazine, and period (roughly 16 weeks of age). Once has written articles for APDT Chronicle of the socialization window has closed you the Dog, Madison magazine, Allpets, and need to use the relationship-building other publications. techniques described above, instead. Proper socialization during the first few Lowcountry Dog Magazine is proud to months of life is absolutely essential for be hosting Sarah for the two day seminar, producing a dog that is comfortable around Deciphering the Canine Code, on April people, other dogs, and novel situations, 20th and 21st at Trident Technical College. and is also essential throughout his life This seminar will offer insight into dogfor maintaining his trusting outlook, but to-dog, dog-to-human, and human-to-dog it will not improve or cure fear issues once communication. On day two, Sarah will they have already developed. focus on issues such as leash reactivity, Treat your dog with empathy and resource guarding, fear aggression, compassion and work hard to give him and dominance. The seminar will be what he wants, including the freedom of value to anyone who lives with or to go at his own pace, and you will be works with dogs, and will also serve as rewarded with a dog that not only trusts Continuing Education Credits for industry you, but learns to trust the rest of the professionals. Visit www.lowcountrydog. world as well. com for early registration.
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upcoming events every saturday & sunday pet helpers adoptions at petco, west ashley. www.pethelpers.org for more
december 22nd 12:00pm-3:00pm frwspca adoptathon. Pet Smart 470
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december 1st through 12th see sam sit hungry bowl™ pet food drive. As part of an international effort spearheaded by Pet Sitters International, the Hungry Bowl™ Pet Food Drive collects pet food donations for local shelters across the country. Proceeds from this local pet food drive will go to Pet Helpers. Drop donations at All is Well (all 3 locations) Alpha Dog Omega Cat, Dolittle’s (Mt. Pleasant and West Ashley), Hairy Winston, Indigo Creek Pet Supplies, Palmetto Paws, Pet Emporium and Whole Foods. Contact 843-817-3647 for more info.
december 8th 11:00am-4:00pm pet photos with santa. Pet Smart 470 Azalea Square, Summerville. Call 843-8735918. Proceeds benefit the Frances R. Willis SPCA.
december 9th 1:00pm-5:00pm 2nd sunday on king street. From Calhoun to Queen, walk the street and enjoy the street activities, outdoor cafes, incredible shopping and wonderful people and dogs. FREE parking vouchers! More info: http://susanlucas.typepad.com/ secondsundayonkingstreet/
december 9th 2:00pm summerville xmas parade. Be there no later than 1:15pm. Foster Dogs & Shelter Dogs are welcome to attend.
december 15th 12:00pm-3:00pm frwspca adoptathon. Pet Lovers Warehouse, 620 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville. 843-873-5918. Foster Pets & Shelter Pets are welcome.
Pleasant. www.pethelpers.org for more info.
january 26th-27th 8:00am-5:00pm charleston kennel club dog show. The 77-year-old Charleston Kennel Club show draws one thousand registered dogs. The licensed all-breed show will also accept entries in Obedience and Rally for mixed breed dogs enrolled in the AKC Canine Partners Program. Held at Exchange Park in Ladson. Admission is $2 and parking is free. Visit www. charlestonkennelclub.org for more info.
SAVE THE DATE april 20th and 21st 9:005:00 sarah kalnajs seminar, deciphering the canine code. Gain insight into dog-to-dog, dog-to-human, and human-to-dog communication. On day two, Sarah will focus on issues such as leash reactivity, resource guarding, fear aggression, and dominance. The seminar will be of value to anyone who lives with or works with dogs, and will also serve as Continuing Education Credits for industry professionals. Trident Technical College, 7000 Rivers Avenue North Charleston, SC. Seating is limited. $125 early bird ticket pricing for both days if registered before January 31st. $150 for both days after January 31st. $80 for Saturday only. Call Lowcountry Dog Magazine at 843-478-0266 to register.
january 19th 12:00pm-3:00pm frwspca adoptathon. Pet Lovers Warehouse 620 Bacons Bridge Road, Summerville. 843-873-5918. Foster Pets & Shelter Pets are welcome.
january 20th 1:00pm-4:00pm lowcountry dog photography school. Want to take better photos of your dog? Interested in helping out your local shelter with the number one tool that helps them adopt out more dogs? Learn the basics of digital photography from one of the photographers LCDM trusts with their photo shoots. Laura Olsen Imagery. Classes will be three hours, and will include both classroom and in the field training. No personal dogs allowed, instead your subjects will be dogs awaiting adoption at Pet Helpers. $5 of each registration also goes directly to the shelter. $45 per person. Call 843-478-0266 to register.
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january 26th 12:00pm-3:00pm frwspca adoptathon. Pet Smart 470 Azalea Square, Summerville 843-873-5918. Foster Pets & Shelter Pets are welcome.
Questions? Comments? Call 843-478-0266. Want to submit event information? Visit www.lowcountrydog.com and click on Add an Event. We will do our best to include your event as space allows. Our online calendar lists all events in full.
Something to CHEW ON by John Smithhart
No less than once a week I get calls from people whose dogs are chewing them out of house and home. Some of these dog owners feel they have tried everything, and are on the verge of getting rid of the destructive pet. Unfortunately, too many people are quick to give up these days or cannot afford professional help with what is really an easily corrected behavior. There are three main reasons dogs chew. The most basic reason for this behavior is boredom. A dog that chews may simply need more constructive activities, and more time expelling pent up physical energy. A dog needs further purpose in life than to just hang out around the house or back yard. The second reason dogs become destructive is mental anxieties, such as separation anxiety. This type of compulsion to chew takes more time to work through, but can be overcome. What we are going to focus on here is the third reason dogs chew: we teach dogs to chew, but not WHAT they can chew on. Many times, one brings a new dog into the home with a toy of some sort. Perhaps you buy the dog a ball, a chew toy, or maybe even both. As human and dog settle in together, you leave lots of toys out for the 22
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dog to play with and chew as they please. Maybe you take the dog out to go on a walk, or you leave the room and the dog leaves the toy on the floor to follow you. When the dog comes back in the room the toy is there on the floor for chewing pleasure. So in this scenario the dog goes and comes from the toy and is able to take it off the floor anytime and chew on it over and over. So why are you surprised when you walk into the living room and there is the dog, with one of your shoes in its mouth? Why doesn’t the dog understand that you bought the dog its own toys to negate this very thing from happening? You’ve provided the dog toys, that belong to him, and that he is allowed to chew on! Why then, is it eating YOUR stuff? Owners may question whether the dog needs a special bone or chew toy that is holistic, all natural, or from an expensive boutique. The problem isn't the dog's taste, it's the fact that the owner hasn't really explained things in a way that the dog is capable of understanding. Dogs see ownership of objects in an entirely different way than people do. In the first scenario the dog is given the toys to go and come from as they see fit. Most of the time, the toys
are on the floor in a particular room. Sometimes, people keep the dog’s toys all together in a basket or toy box. The problem is that a lot of our stuff is on the floor, in boxes, or on low shelves as well. To teach a dog what is theirs, what is appropriate to chew on, we must teach a dog about their toys from their perspective. Dog owners shouldn’t GIVE a dog a toy, we should LEND it. Let the dog play with the toy for a short time, by themselves as well as with you, but take it away before they lose interest in it. Only have a toy or two and nothing they can destroy. The more a dog is allowed to chew things to pieces, the more the dog will desire to continue that behavior. The more toys you give a dog to play with in the beginning, the harder it is for the dog to understand what they are allowed to play with. Instead teach your dog that they have a few select things they are allowed to chew on and play with. Also, and this is the key to this particular type of training, you always want to hand the dog the toy it is allowed to chew on. This simple act, demonstrated many, many times, teaches the dog that items they are allowed to chew on will always come from the human hand, and a time and in a place decided by their leader. Remember, one must pay attention to young dogs, or even older dogs that are new to the home, as one would a young child. We must be patient and use every opportunity we have to teach them the rules to living safely in a human world. Use the methods above consistently, and over time your dog will begin to play by those rules. John Smithhart has been in the professional dog training field for the over 13 years. He was first a dog handler in the U.S. Air Force. John has been involved in many distinguished law enforcement and military missions all over the world. John established K9 Good Manners to not only provide solid obedience training for dogs with and without behavior issues, but to use science and experience to educate their people as well.
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options to aid our arthritic pets. Neutraceuticals, such as glucosamine/chondroitin may help provide the building blocks for the joints and prevent further degradation. Omega 3 fatty acids may aid in reducing stiffness and joint pain. They are thought to work synergistically with glucosamine/chondroitin. Green lipped mussel, which has omega 3 fatty acids, minerals, amino acids and carbohydrates helps nourish the joints and improve mobility. There are actually foods and treats that have these Photo by rogersmj, FLickr Creative Commons supplements in them. Laser therapy is another stoic, and therefore, arthritis is often modality that can be used missed in our older cats. Some signs that when the pain can be localized to specific your dog or cat may be suffering from joints or areas. It will help energize local arthritis are: slow to rise, not jumping on cells, increasing blood flow to the area the bed or into the car anymore, decreased and releasing endorphins, without the activity/ not interested in long walks side effects of medication. It will reduce anymore, and cats not using the litter box muscle spasms, relieve pain, improve because they cannot get in it. healing, and reduce the symptoms of If you know or think your cat or dog osteoarthritis. may have arthritis, there are things you Acupuncture can also be used to increase can do to make your pet more comfortable blood flow to sore, arthritic areas, release and lead a better life. Be sure to have nice, endorphins, and possibly inhibit pain soft beds in readily accessible locations. If pathways. While acupuncture has been you have hardwood floors, put some extra around for thousands of years, there is still rugs down to help them get traction as a lot to learn about exactly how it works. they move. Watch your pet’s weight. If While each pet responds differently, there your cat or dog is overweight that extra are very few adverse effects. Sometimes weight can be very painful on arthritic a pet may be sore or lethargic following joints. This may mean cutting out treats or a treatment. This usually does not last putting your pet on a diet. Also, maintain long. Other pets feel immediate relief, moderate exercise. This may seem hard if becoming very relaxed, or even going to your pet is not moving around very well. sleep during the treatment. It can take 3-8 However, it is important to maintain joint sessions before you begin seeing results. mobility and muscle mass, not to mention Once it starts working, though, you can the joy that comes from being out in oftentimes decrease the frequency of fresh air, or the challenge of chasing the treatments. Both acupuncture and laser “mouse” or laser. This will also help with therapy are minimally invasive therapies weight loss or management. that can be performed on awake animals. When diet and exercise are not enough, Of course, we also have medications that luckily we have other options to relieve can be used to help control the pain for dogs pain and promote healing. We are lucky to and cats suffering from arthritis. There are live in an age where there is a multitude of numerous anti-inflammatory medications
by Cara Daniels , DVM
One of the most common conditions veterinarians see is osteoarthritis. Although we do see younger dogs that have suffered from an injury or a developmental problem leading to arthritis, it is far more common to see it in older pets. Seeing an old dog that is still wagging its tail, has a good appetite, and seems happy, but cannot move around is one of the most difficult things I have dealt with. In an effort to see this less frequently, I have taken a proactive approach. I am sure we have all heard the adage saying "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, "and it is true for our pets too. If your dog gets regular exercise, walking daily or swimming, this can help maintain a healthy weight as well as good joint mobility. By getting into a daily routine, you can prevent some of the problems seen with osteoarthritis as your pet ages. As with people, if our pets are couch potatoes and gain weight, the extra weight can be very hard on the joints. Osteoarthritis is a progressive, degenerative disease that affects the bones and joints. This leads to a vicious cycle of discomfort, pain, less activity and movement, weight gain, and muscle loss. We often think of the older dogs who get stiff during cold weather, but cats also suffer from arthritis. Cats can be very
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I'm a 3-year-old Boxer mix who enjoys going on walks and car rides. I like people a whole bunch, but I really don't like other dogs. Email animalloversofedisto@gmail.com or call 843-869-3869 if you would like to meet me. Available Through: Animal Lovers of Edisto. Sponsored by: Peanut, Snoop, Dixie, and Ranger
I had a rough start in life, but I'm ready to show the world how incredible I am. I'm around two years old, personable, intelligent, & well mannered. I also love other dogs, adult humans, small humans and I like cats. Email arrinc@yahoo. com to meet me. Available Through: Animal Rescue & Relief. Sponsored by: Lisa N. Saunders
I'm a Cane Corso, so I'm a really big boy! Over all, I'm a pretty cool, laid back, older guy that enjoys the simple things in life: Family, Food and Lounging. Are you ready to give a big lug like me some unconditional love? Email arrinc@yahoo.com to meet me. Available Through: Animal Rescue & Relief. Sponsored by: Ann Weaver
My rescue humans always tell me how beautiful and smart I am, and how far I've come. It's not my fault a human mistreated me. I understand that not all people are mean. Will someone please give me a chance? Email arrinc@yahoo.com to meet me. Available Through: Animal Rescue & Relief. Sponsored by: Karen Ward Linker
I'm an approximately two year old Boston/Pug mix with a very long body. I'm still a very happy girl with an infectious goofy smile. I am heartworm positive but treatment only involves giving pills. Contact suzycobb@gmail.com to meet me. Available Through: Boston Terrier Rescue of SC. Sponsored by: The Canzoneri Family
Hi, I'm a 4 month old Shepherd mix. I was found as a stray, and I was really shy until I met my foster family. Now I'm a lover! Will you please give me a forever home this holiday? Email khyman@charlestonanimalsociety. org to meet me. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Tammy & Angus MacBride
I'm Aaron, a 1-2 year old Boxer/ Staffie mix. I was found starving along a creek in North Charleston. I am friendly and love all dogs! I'd adore a home with kids and a big yard. Email khyman@ charlestonanimalsociety.org to meet me. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Salty Lounger
Cadbury is a 6-8 month chocolate Lab mix He is extremely laid back and has only had one accident in his Adoption Ambassador home. His Ambassador mom says he is great on a leash and loves her two other dogs! Call Courtney at 843-3291577. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Mia Dog and Nettie Seagraves
Meet Minnie, an 8 month old Staffie. She is in our Adoption Ambassadors program and is a true cuddlebug. Our Adoption Ambassador homes get to know the dogs in their care and find the right match! Contact Courtney if interested: 843-329-1577. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Megan and Edward Kilb
Hello, my name is Bambeano and I am a 5 year old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. If you’re looking for a friend to cuddle up on the couch with, then I’m the dog for you. To learn more about me call (843) 747-4849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Maggie, Jack and Tallulah Tracy
Hi there, I’m Nitro. I am a two year old Labrador Retriever mix. I am a very friendly pup and I like everyone except for cats. I’m curious, active, and playful, and looking for my best friend. To find out more call (843) 747-4849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by:Julia, Roxie and Phoebe
Hi, I’m Leia and I am a one year old Chow Chow / American Staffordshire Terrier mix. I am a sweet girl and I like to be the only dog in your life. My big, sweet eyes are hard to resist. Come see if we are a match. Learn more by calling (843) 747-4849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: John and Elizabeth Bartlett
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labeled for dogs. These are safer than over the counter medications humans use. So, please check with your veterinarian before starting any medication. There are also various pain medications that can be used by themselves or in conjunction with the anti-inflammatory medications. Although medications can be used long term, they can have side effects. It is important to have an ongoing relationship with your veterinarian while using these medications to ensure the best care for your pet. When used appropriately, medications can make a huge difference in a pet’s comfort level. In conclusion, be preventative and help your pet maintain a good weight and exercise regularly. If any abnormalities are noted, have your veterinarian examine him or her and determine if osteoarthritis is present or if supplements may benefit your pet. Be aware of the subtle signs that your pet may be in pain, such as your pet not jumping on things anymore. If your pet is in pain, we are lucky to live in an age where there are so many options for pain relief. Once pain is managed, your dog (or cat) can move around better, and get back to exercising, starting a good cycle of pain relief allowing an increase in joint mobility and exercise, which in turn allows weight loss (or prevents weight gain). Here's to joint health! Dr. Daniel, lead veterinarian at Tidewater Veterinary in Mt. Pleasant, grew up on Sullivan’s Island, graduating from Bishop England High School. She received her undergraduate degree from Clemson University and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. She is certified in veterinary acupuncture, having completed a course at the Chi Institute in small animal acupuncture. Dr. Daniel is passionate about preventative medicine, focusing on nutrition, neutraceuticals, pet enrichment, multi-modal pain management, and working together for the best quality of life for your pet. recalls were so important. Each handler was handcuffed to a horse trailer and had to depend on her dog to bring her the keys and stay while the lock was opened, one handed. Oh boy, here I am, again, with a dog that I don’t know well. Will Radley
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Yankee is a two year old Hound/ Shepherd mix. Look into those soulful eyes. Aren't they just begging for a home for the holidays? Open up your heart to this sweetie. Learn more about adopting or sponsoring by calling (843) 747-4849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Charleston Dog Walker
Abby is a one year old Retriever, Labrador/Mix. Don't shop this holiday season, adopt. CAS has many loving animals like Abby whose only hope this holiday is a forever home. If you can't adopt, consider fostering. Learn more by calling (843) 747-4849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Ashley Whitacre
I'm a beautiful yellow Labby. I might be 9 years old, but I'm very young at heart and I've got great energy. My family moved away and just left me behind. I still have hope that I'll find a better, forever family! Email melissa@daisysplace.org to meet me. Available Through: Daisy's Place Retriever Rescue Sponsored by: C. Kathleen Donnelly
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Roxy is a two year old hound mix. She is spayed and up to date on vaccinations. Won't you give her the present of a lifetime with a forever home? Come see if you are a match. Learn more by calling (843) 7474849. Available Through: Charleston Animal Society. Sponsored by: Elvis,
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Georgia is an amazing girl with lots of personality. She was dumped at an elementary school and left to fend for herself. Shy at first, she now she gets along with everyone, including other dogs and children. But squirrels beware! Contact tkiraly@ sc.rr.com to meet her. Available Through: FRW SPCA. Sponsored by: Sawyer & Ruby
Palace is a solid white Australian Cattle dog mix with light green eyes. She is smart and already knows her basic commands of sit, shake and down. Palace is very active and would love a fenced in yard to run in. Contact tkiraly@sc.rr.com to meet her. Available Through: FRW SPCA .Sponsored by: Santo Staropoli
Nanuk is a magnificent white husky mix. He has beautiful blue eyes. His foster mom reports that he is a high energy dog so he will need a fenced in yard to work off some of that energy. He is house and crate trained. Contact tkiraly@sc.rr.com to meet him. Available Through: FRW SPCA. Sponsored by: Max and Brandy
Butterscotch is a beautiful Standard Poodle, and has the typical high strung Poodle personality. Butterscotch also suffers from seizures, but his condition is controlled through medication. Contact tkiraly@sc.rr.com to meet him . Available Through: FRW SPCA. Sponsored by: Charleston Dog Walker
Smoke is a handsome brindle boy who is 8 years old. He is a retired racing greyhound who has been in a home for 4 years and was returned to the adoption group as the family could no longer care for him. To learn more about Smoke call 43-343-2982. Available Through: Greyhound Pets Charleston. Sponsored by: Perry & Michele Litchfield
I'm a 3 year old Catahoula mix, and I was dumped in my foster family’s back yard. I have been with them since August. I love to play ball and I get along great with all my doggy friends.To find out more about me email palmpaws@yahoo.com. Available Through: Palmetto Paws Animal Rescue. Sponsored by: Wes and Lori Tuttle
Razz is a young boy, about 2-3 years old, who came to us from a regional shelter. He is great with both small and large dogs! Razz would be a great running partner and just needs a place to call home! Learn more email palmpaws@yahoo.com. Available Through: Palmetto Paws Animal Rescue. Sponsored by: Kristin Shaffer & Willow
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Tilton is a feisty, small dog with a lot of personality. He does not do well with small children, but likes other dogs. His personality is definitely that of a chihuahua or a dachshund. Contact tkiraly@sc.rr.com to meet him. Available Through: FRW SPCA. Sponsored by: The Mills Family from
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B.B is an adorable 6 year old Shih Tzu/Mix. Adopting an older dog is great because you don't have to deal with the usual puppy shenanigans! Won't you give a sweet, old soul a home? Learn more by calling (843) 761-5266. Available Through: Doc Williams SPCA. Sponsored by: Mary,
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My name is Sophia, but people call me Sophie. I love to go on long walks and get lots of love and attention! I am good with most other pets so if you come to see me bring them with you. We will meet and play! Learn more by calling (843) 761-5266. Available Through: Doc Williams SPCA. Sponsored by: Brandon and Tiffany Lindberg
Baby is a 3 year old Pit Bull mix. She is extremely accustomed to living in a home, and is obedient and friendly. Adorable markings on her ears make her a true attention-getter. And, you might think that's a snarl, but it's just her smiling at you! Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Linda Flynn
Bubba is 4 year old pit mix and he is a lover! He has had obedience training, and previously lived with small children. He is very calm, which makes him perfect for any family. Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Cindy Carter, Mindful Manners Dog Training
Chico is a 1 year old Chihuahua. He excels in the home environment and enjoys lounging on the couch. He is not high energy and loves human companionship. He likes other dogs, but would really prefer to be a solopup. Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Brian Foster, Laura Olsen, Peanut and Calliope
Sweetie is a 2 year old Australian Cattle dog mix. She is a goofball and gets along with puppies and adults. She was originally kept as a hunting dog, then abandoned at another shelter because she was no longer wanted. Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Brooke Fox
Kasey is a two year old hound mix. Originally found as a stray in the Francis Marion Forest. She has never met a stranger! Loves to run and play. She knows basic commands and is eager to please. Will you give her a home? Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Charleston Dog Walker
11 year old Reyna is a DOLL! Young at heart, she has YEARS of loving and life ahead! Friendly with other dogs and people, we don't know why this Pet Helpers staff favorite hasn't been scooped up yet! Call (843) 795 - 1110 for more info. Available Through: Pet Helpers. Sponsored by: Christopher, Leah & Thomas England
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