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We believe that our dogs are our best friends, and that’s why we need a reliable source to turn to for information on all things “dog” in our community. Our mission is to be the number one Charleston area resource for dog owners regarding regional dog-centric and dog-welcoming events, health & wellness information, dog training, trends, and local news. We also strive to be a mouthpiece to the public for various Lowcountry-based pet nonprofits, and we promote pet adoption and other responsible pet care practices. Founded in Charleston, South Carolina in 2005 as a print magazine, we re-launched in 2015 as “Charleston’s Digital Dog Magazine.” We continue our mission to be the best dog friendly resource in the Lowcountry.
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In this issue
SIT, STAY... BEHAVE: Getting Started in Dog Sports HEALTH & WELLNESS: Canine Epilepsy FEATURE STORY: Senior Dogs Rock!
Old Dogs in the
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LOCAL DOG EVENTS
IN THE NEWS
THINK OUTSIDE THE SHELTER: Rescue Spotlight: Libby & Mace’s Place GO GREEN: Adopt A Recycled Dog!
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How many of you are ready for 2021 to end? Everything changed in 2020 with that pandemic and a lot of that carried over into 2021. Events got cancelled or postponed and we lived in fear of another shutdown. While we had some great moments in 2021, we look forward to a new year with new possibilities. On February 18th, we will be having our 7th Annual Eat, Drink & Rescue, which began in 2016 and is our longest running event. This year we will be at a brand new location, Estuary Beans and Barley. We will have local rescues, our “Pick A Prize Raffle”, local vendors and Flight food truck. There will also be a beer brewed special for the event and sales will be donated to the rescues! Our Spring Model Contest will be back at Pet Fest this year in March as we have done pre-pandemic. This will be an open casting shoot with our photographers, where finalists will be chosen to compete for our 2023 Calendar dogs as well as a top winner getting a cover shoot. On April 9th, we will introduce Lowcountry Dogapalooza at Hanahan Amphitheater. Lowcountry Dogapalooza will be where adoption event meets music and crafts festival. And not just any adoption event, the largest adoption event in the Lowcountry with groups from Charleston, Summerville, Orangeburg and Myrtle Beach.
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May will be the return of the May the Dogs Be With You Festival and we hope to make it bigger and better than ever with a new location. With Star Wars Character appearances, photo ops, live music, food and more. We will start the summer with the Lowcountry Dog Days of Summer. This year we are looking to bring this event to the Myrtle Beach area to help our rescue friends there. Stay tuned for more on this in the coming months. The summer is for everyone to enjoy and I’ll be trying beat the heat but come fall we will back with some of your favorites. Woofstock 2022: A Lowcountry Dog Music Festival is planned for Saturday, October 8th at Hanahan Amphitheater and we are working on the biggest line up yet! Dia De Los Perros Festival will be back in November and promises a great time with costumes, music and fun for everyone.
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Getting Started in Dog Sports The Basic Core Skills
W R I T T E N BY : H E AT H E R S U M M E R S , Certified APG, AKC CGC Evaluator & Trainer at the CDTC
Have you ever sat on your sofa with your dog watching a dog show, an obedience or agility event on the television and thought to yourself, “That would be so much fun; I wonder if my dog would be good at that”? Let us take some first steps in determining what sport you and your dog would enjoy and start building some core skills almost every dog sport needs. First Things First You will need to do a little research on the various types of sports and determine what piques your interest and what you believe your dog would enjoy. They will need to be healthy and up to date on their vaccinations. All the sports allow your dog to be spayed or neutered except for the Conformation show ring which requires your dog to be intact. You will also need to consider
what organizational club you would prefer, for example the American Kennel Club or United Kennel Club, etc. You will also need to look up the rules and requirements to participate with that organization and particular sport. Typically, if you plan to compete for fun and have a sense of accomplishment through winning ribbons and awards, your dog will need a registration number with the organization of your choice. When to Start Training I am sure you would agree that it would be wise to start training your pooch sooner rather than later. Training and building a bond with a puppy is much easier than teaching an older dog that might not have a strong connection with you or a dog that has some behavioral issues that might need to be worked through. Nevertheless, it is never too late to start training your dog, it might just take a bit more time. Plan to dedicate each day 15-20 minutes of your time to train. You will also need to find a place to take classes, ideally group basic core classes where your dog gets the opportunity to be around other dogs as your pup will need to be comfortable around other dogs and people at sport events. It would also be a great idea to find a club or place that teaches your desired sport. If you are here in Charleston and the surrounding areas the Charleston Dog Training Club is an American Kennel Club affiliate club and offers basic core skills classes as well as a wide array of sport classes. We also hold Obedience and Rally competition trials once a year, so it makes it a wonderful place to start and learn from people that have the same interests as you. Basic Core Skills For the vast majority of dog sports there are some overall core skills that every team needs. These core skills are not only important for the sport but extremely beneficial to your entire family at home and out in public. Here are what I consider the most important building blocks for any dog sport and companion:
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• Building a relationship and reward system with proper play & fun. • Having rules and boundaries of what is allowed and what is not acceptable. • Having a clear consistent “marker” that tells them they have done well and adding a food reward system. • Working as a team and having good sportsmanship. • Walking on a loose leash. • Attention with eye contact between dog and handler. • And the most fundamental; sit, stand, down, stay, wait, and come. If you have these basics, then your team has a high probability of success in any sport that you choose. No matter what sport you choose or how far you go in levels, the basic core skills are the most valuable training you can do with your dog. It will provide life-long benefits. Every time your dog does what you ask, you will have pride knowing that you have had fun building your relationship and impress your family and friends with a well-trained pooch. Now let’s get started! ■
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Canine Epilepsy WRITTEN BY FERN WOODEN Staff Writer
Did you know between 25% and 45% of cases of new-onset seizures in senior dogs will be diagnosed with primary epilepsy? In 2015 Dr. Tara Ghormley, Dr. David Feldman, and Dr. James Cook Jr., specialists in veterinary neurology, published a study about epilepsy in dogs five years of age and older alerting us to that statistic. Seizures are scary for both the patient and caretaker, especially for our furry friends who can not express what is wrong. In addition, information on the condition can be overwhelming and daunting for pet owners. So, in honor of our senior dogs’ edition, we focused on a neurological disease that impacts many pets as they enter their golden years in this month’s health and wellness issue. Older dogs often develop seizures as their body ages and organs struggle to function as they did in their youth. Toxins from their organ diseases, like liver failure, can cause a buildup in their bloodstream. Those toxins may travel to the
brain and trigger a seizure. First and foremost, if a parent thinks their canine companion has epilepsy, they should look for some warning signs. Symptoms can include collapsing and often falling to one side, stiffening, muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, and foaming at the mouth, to name a few. It is imperative not to panic that a pet may have this neurological condition based on one seizure. One seizure can be a side effect of a medication or a lifestyle change. Following up with a veterinarian on any changes in a pet’s behavior is the best way to ensure a furry friend’s well-being. As a fur-momma with an epileptic Boston Terrier of her own, when I first learned Betsy was diagnosed with epilepsy at age five, I was terrified. She was your average energetic dog chasing the ball at all times of the day, and suddenly her shakes and shivers became more aggressive. My stomach dropped as she looked up at me, stiff and panic-stricken, and as the seizures became more frequent, the vet diagnosed her with epilepsy. It was a new world we both needed to learn to conquer alongside our veterinarian, and after three years, her seizures are now under control. Here are some of the tips we have learned along the way. Once a parent learns their dog has epilepsy,
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lifestyle changes can prevent another seizure from occurring. For example, altering a pup’s exposure to flashing lights, including flash photography, helps keep their brain waves at a stable level. Likewise, introducing a ketogenic diet by including food rich in fatty acids can help reduce convulsions. Some vets also recommended introducing holistic approaches to help combat seizures like CBD. From experience, as Betsy has reached her older years, her body started to become resistant to her Zionmisade medication, and her vet recommended switching prescriptions to three times daily. Instead, I introduced the Cannabonez CBD supplement, and her vet saw such an improvement she could stick with her standard medicine. As always, Lowcountry Dog recommends parents reach out to a vet before introducing a supplement to their diet. Canine companions provide a comfort society has never felt before, and it is a parent’s mission to protect them. Seizures and epilepsy in older dogs are not death sentences. Instead, it is an opportunity to give back to them the way they gave back to us with love and understanding. A vet can help set up a routine to help your dog live comfortably in their new life transition while you worry about ways to give him the life they deserve. So to all our senior pup followers, stay golden friends! ■
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SENIOR DOGS ROCK! W R I T T E N BY : H A L I S E L E RT, S t a f f W r i t e r
This time of year, it seems like all we’re seeing are people looking for puppies to take home for the holidays. We love puppies as much as the next person, but how about instead of focusing on the adorable little devils, we give another type of pup some spotlight-- specifically, seniors. Senior dogs are oftentimes overlooked in shelters by adopters and rescues alike. They aren’t the most sought after age group, and sadly, they’re the dogs that have the hardest time getting out of the shelter. To us, it’s a bit perplexing, because senior dogs are so amazing! Seniors are some of my favorite dogs, for so many reasons. They’re generally more relaxed, usually they have at least the basics down when it comes to training, and will more than likely cost you less annually than a wee little pup. Plus, it is so rewarding to watch a senior dog settle into their forever home, knowing their golden years are ahead. In rescue, the main reason we see people surrendering dogs is because they don’t have time for their pup. Whether that means they don’t have time to train them properly, or time to get their energy out, we hear it a lot regardless. One thing we usually don’t have to worry about when placing a senior dog into a home is whether the adopter is going to be able to exercise the dog enough to keep everyone happy. Senior dogs generally enjoy a walk or two a day, some sunbathing in the yard, and naps in the living room. Their energy levels are perfect for people who want a companion, but
don’t want to have to go on runs or to the dog park daily. Another perk with adding a senior dog to your pack is that you get to avoid the annoying potty training/teething phase that comes along with puppies. Seniors usually have their destructive phases out of their systems and can be trusted to be left in the home and not turn your couch into a pile of fluff when not monitored. They generally know some basics, at least general manners, and contrary to popular belief, you CAN teach an old dog new tricks! When adding a puppy to your home, you should have a pretty hefty budget set aside for several rounds of vaccines, spay/neuter surgery (if not adopting from a shelter or rescue), check ups when they inevitably get into something they should not, and all the toys, treats, and bones. Luckily, you get to skip a lot of that when adopting a senior! The basic vetting has definitely been done, and you should be able to sleep at night knowing that the shelter or rescue you adopt from probably also did some extras to make sure your new pet is healthy. We’re not saying there won’t be some unexpected extras as your pup ages, but you’ll get those with any dog you adopt, eventually! Finally, and in my opinion, the best part about adding a senior dog to your family, is the gratitude they will show you. If you’re adopting a senior dog, they more than likely were failed by a human at least once before, or they experienced a sad situation that led to them being in a rescue or shelter. You get to turn their entire life around and promise them an amazing rest of their life! You’ll see them settle down knowing they’re going to be okay. Their guard will go down and their personality will start to shine through. And they know-- they always know when they’ve been saved. And they’ll thank you for it. So, be the hero this holiday season and instead of fighting over the cute little pup, consider the senior that may not have another shot at a warm home-- you most certainly will not regret it! ■
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Charleston is known for its rich history starting from the 1600s and The French Quarter is a bourough we decided to focus on this photoshoot. The steeple of St. Philip’s Church is one of the most viewable icons in the French Quarter. It traces its roots to 1681, and the oldest congregation in South Carolina. Vinny is a 15-year-old gentleman with ears as big as his heart! He loves walks, treats, traveling with his family and watching over his kiddos. He was adopted just before his 1st birthday from a shelter in Indiana by his mom, Kelly, who is a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a specialty in Radiology. She worked at Purdue University Veterinary teaching hospital for 13 years, where Vinny often tagged along and helped to impact the lives of many veterinary & veterinary nursing students over the years as they learned new skills to go out and care for other animals. Vinny is now retired from his “pet professor” position and moved to Mount Pleasant in August of 2020 for more sunny days. He lives with his mom and dad, and is also a proud big brother to his 2 human kiddos, Kinsley (7) and Grahm (4) and is also most recently teaching his new 5 month old puppy brother, Roger, some new tricks!
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Chalmers Street is well-known as the longest span of the original cobblestone streets of the old City of Charleston. Cobblestones first found their way into Charleston in the 17th century in sailing ships from England. At first they were thrown ashore as waste. With streets made of dirt at the time, the heavy rains would make the roads unusable until they started reusing the cobblestone. Later, cobblestone was brought in from the northeast and used for the first hard surface streets in Charleston. Lola the pug and Lady Jane the chihuahua, are both examples of second chances for old dogs. Both found themselves homeless and in the care of Libby and Mace’s Place. Lola’s previous owner had passed and Lady Jane was found abandoned on the streets. Both have since found loving homes with families that love them and will take care of them until the end.
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The Pink House on Chalmers Street is said to have been built in 1712 by John Brenton but some say it was built in the late 1600s. Through the years it has been used as a tavern, a brothel, a law office, a private residence, an art gallery, and most recently- an Instagramer’s perfect picture spot. It is often professed to be the oldest residence in Charleston, but there is no such evidence as to the exact date of its construction or any of the others built in that time frame. Much like our dogs, who all came from rescues, the Pink House has withstood adversity to still be standing more than 300 years. Momo, the dachshund, may be the oldest dog in Charleston. She is at least 18 years old, so we are professing her to be the oldest dog next to the oldest house. Momo belongs to Laura Phillips of Libby & Mace’s Place Rescue. ■
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In The News Mount Pleasant Certified BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie announced that the Town of Mount Pleasant has been certified among BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ by the Mars Petcare BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program. The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ certification represents Mount Pleasant’s commitment to pet-friendliness. Mount Pleasant, along with North Charleston and Aiken, is one of the few municipalities selected in South Carolina.
Horry County Council OKs new animal-care rules Horry County Council approved new rules pertaining to the care and treatment of animals.
The ordinance reads in part, “Anyone owning, harboring, keeping in possession, or having custody or control of any animal shall provide such animal with sufficient food and water, proper shelter, and veterinary care when needed, providing for humane care and treatment and to prevent suffering.”
Florida puppy mill busted, more than 80 animals rescued Nearly 60 dogs were rescued from a DeSoto County dog breeding business on Tuesday. DeSoto County Sheriff’s deputies received a complaint from a customer of “Strawberry Farms… a Husky Paradise “ late last month, expressing concern about the condition of her puppy who lost five pounds while under the care of the owner of the business, Rose Romano.
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WRITTEN BY: A LY S S A H E L M S , Social Media Manager
The rescue we are featuring in this series was founded on a reliance and deep love for canine companions. It has been around for a while, and has had the same mission since day one. Named after a senior and a survivor, this rescue’s mission is to give chances to the animals who usually would not get one. Libby & Mace’s Place Animal Rescue started simply as one woman’s love for helping animals and has grown into a giving community of volunteers, supporters and partners who all have the same goal: helping find forever families for homeless pets in need. Libby & Mace’s Place Animal Rescue is led by its current president and founder Laura Phillips, who has been involved in numerous rescue roles since 2010. Libby was Laura’s best friend through it all. She had her owner’s back through multiple moves, including their cross-country move, kids, and everything in between. Libby, the twelve year old dachshund that Laura rescued in San Diego before coming to Charleston in 2013, was her “heart dog” and now Laura will always have a special place in her heart for senior dachshunds. The other part of the rescue’s name comes from the VP’s “heart dog”. Mace was thrown from a car at 4 weeks old and lives on with one eye due to the
incident. He is the definition of a survivor. Libby (a senior that wouldn’t usually be a first pick) and Mace (an unwanted puppy who didn’t even get a chance) are examples of animals who would go unnoticed or unwanted without Libby & Mace’s Place, and examples of the type of animals they rescue. Libby & Mace’s Place Animal Rescue is a foster only based rescue, so they have no building or shelter to keep animals while they are waiting to get rehabilitated and adopted. While it may limit the number of animals they can take in at times, having animals in foster homes versus in shelters helps with socialization and allows for more hands on training to happen, better adjusting them to adopted life. It also reduces overcrowding in shelters and allows more animals to have a chance. Being a foster only rescue doesn’t hold them back from saving animals. They currently have over 105 dogs in the comfort of foster homes, which is the highest number it has ever been thanks to their awesome team of dedicated fosters who step up time after time. There is no such thing as a normal day in the Libby & Mace’s Place world. Every day is a new adventure. Because they have full time jobs and families of their own, they spare every minute of free time to Libby & Mace’s place. In fact, Laura spends three to four hours on most nights after work to keep up. She says “Rescue can be a lot. It can wear on your heart and soul. The team that we have surrounded ourselves with knows that. We allow ourselves to feel, pick ourselves up and start fresh the next day. But we also allow
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ourselves to be human.” Laura and her team work around the clock to do whatever they can to get the most amount of animals saved. Laura says “the worst thing is knowing you didn’t get there in time to save a sweet, innocent soul”. They know there will be many big highs and lows in animal rescue. The day to day duties of running a foster based rescue, like any rescue, is not light work. Libby & Mace’s Place has a wonderful group of volunteers to help who run frequent adoption events and volunteers who help with the steady incoming messages, L&M database, adoption applications, etc. all for the sake of the animals. Their veterinarians are ready for anything that comes through the doors. The people contributing to this rescue are so dedicated to the animals. It is a part of who Laura is to continue helping these animals and getting them rescued. There is a sense of family within the Libby & Maces’ community. Once the animals are with L&M they are safe. In this rescue, their passion radiates and makes anyone want to get involved. There are so many ways to change the lives of animals who need us and it gives such a rewarding feeling. Libby and Mace’s Place is always looking for more fosters, volunteers for events, and transporters. Reach out via their website, Facebook or email! ■ www.lowcountrydog.com
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