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15 petprevention 19 healingways

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GooD DoG! Positive Training Yields Fast Results

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by sandra Murphy

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25 adoptionspotlights

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IntERsPEcIEs FRIEnDsHIPs

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Crossing Boundaries for Good

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27 petcalendar 28 ongoingevents

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PolItE lEasH WalKInG Less With the Voice and More With the Body

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uRInaRY HEaltH Illness Care and Prevention Tips

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Peace of Mind for Your Pet's Future

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KEEPInG YouR PEts HEaltHY In A Toxic World

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e love our pets and their health is as important to us as that of our kids.

We're sure the same is true for most pet-owners. One of the issues we're concerned about, especially for the outdoor pets, is the environment and potential toxins and pollutants.

We live in the country and we're surrounded by farmland, so for us that is the area to which we pay the most attention. This week the farmers were out spraying the fields with fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides, none of which we feel is good for the health of us or our pets. It's a concern.

For those of you who live in the city, it may be different, and could be air-related pollution or the chemicals sprayed on lawns.

And for everyone, the issue is making sure the proper toxin-free foods are fed to your pets.

That's why we were especially glad to receive an article submission this month, "Keeping Your Pets Healthy in a Toxic World," that talks about this topic. It describes what some of the toxins are, what can happen to your pets and how to manage the situation in which you and your pet find yourselves. We hope you enjoy and benefit from the submission as much as we did.

And there's a lot more in this issue, including other health-related articles, tips on training your pet, an article about getting a "pet trust," and a profile on how horses are being used to help kids with Autism. Enjoy.

We have a couple of special events in the North Oakland/Lapeer area this month that we want to make you aware of, and hope you are able to attend.

The first event is the new Pet Jubilee, sponsored by this magazine. It's being held in Lapeer, next door to the Natural Health Expo, on October 8th from 10am until 4pm. We'll have businesses and organizations from the pet niche on hand and we're looking forward to a great day.

The other is the 5th Annual North Oakland/Lapeer Natural Health Expo being held next door to the Pet Jubilee on the same day and time.

We have exhibitors and speakers lined up, and this year we have videotaped the speakers describing what they will be talking about and placed links to the videos on our website, MHLexpo.com. Check them out and see what's in store. We hope to see you at either (or both) events!

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petbriefs Acupuncture and other Alternative Health Practices Benefit Felines at the Isabella Cat Clinic

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he Isabella Cat Clinic in Mt. Pleasant is now offering acupuncture services for their feline patients. Acupuncture has been used for nearly 4000 years on humans and animals all over the world, and many veterinarians are incorporating this into their traditional medical practices today.

"I have seen tremendous improvement in quality of life for animals dealing with chronic pain,” says Dr. Catherine Lindstrand about her decision to add acupuncture to her clinic, "My patients get a well-rounded blend of Eastern and Western medicine." This procedure consists of needles being inserted into specific points of the body to stimulate healing and restore physical and emotional balance, and it helps the body heal itself. Dry needle, aquapuncture, electrostimulation, moxa and low power lasers are all used in acupuncture depending on the specific case.

In addition to acupuncture, Dr. Lindstrand explains several additional benefits of her feline-only clinic, one being the absence of dogs altogether, allowing her and her staff to concentrate all of their research in one area, acquiring new information much faster than they could dividing their time between multiple subjects. Lastly, she has built Isabella Cat Clinic into a feline haven, tailoring the entire facility strictly for the needs of cats.

The Isabella Cat Clinic offers multiple services, including hospitalization, boarding, grooming, microchipping, laser surgery, and wellness health plans. As a testament to her empathy for felines, she regularly saves kittens and cats scheduled for euthanization and puts them up for adoption through Isabella Cat Clinic. All kittens and cats are chosen for good personality, tested for feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus, vaccinated for rabies and distemper, neutered or spayed, and dewormed if necessary.

Dr. Lindstrand has also founded the new non-profit group, The Isabella Feline Adoption and Wildlife Center, and she started a sister practice to the cat clinic called All Natural Veterinary Care where she provides acupuncture and holistic medicine for all species.

Both clinics are located at 913 E. Pickard St. Suite P, Mt Pleasant. For more information call the Isabella Cat Clinic 989-779-2700 or All Natural Veterinary Care at 989-444-4001.

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October 16 is National Feral Cat Day

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he Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) estimates that there are 50 million stray and feral cats, also known as community cats, in this country. Strays are former pets that escaped their home or were left behind by people. Feral cats—the offspring of strays or other feral cats—are typically afraid of people. They may roam alone or live in groups populated in large part by related females. “Feral kittens that are younger than eight weeks have a good chance of being tamed and adopted,” advises Nancy Peterson, cat programs manager for the HSUS.

“People can help stray and feral cats using a strategy known as Trap-Neuter-Return. TNR involves catching the cats in special no-harm traps, and then having a veterinarian vaccinate them against diseases and spay or neuter them, which keeps them from having more kittens,” says Peterson. She notes that the veterinarian also clips the tip of one ear to indicate that the cat has already been spayed or neutered.

For helpful information and community events, visit HumaneSociety.org/ issues/feral_cats and AlleyCat.org/ nfcd.

Source: Cat and Crow – an Amazing Friendship, by Lisa Fleming

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nimal Rehabilitation Center of Michigan, Inc. will proudly celebrate its 10 year anniversary this November. Located in Waterford as part of the Union Lake Veterinary Hospital complex, the Animal Rehabilitation Center of Michigan (ARC) was founded in 2001 with a vision to help dogs live a full, pain free life. ARC was the first canine rehabilitation facility in the state of Michigan and was state’s first certified canine rehabilitation practitioner.

Physical rehabilitation is a vital part of the recovery process for many orthopedic and neurologic disorders and soft tissue injuries.

Much like in people, dogs also need help with the management of arthritic conditions, weight control and sports conditioning or injury. ARC’s certified staff specializes in the rehabilitation of pets using a multi-modal approach to recovery and wellness. Hydrotherapy has proven to be a very effective form of low-impact exercise.

While in the underwater treadmill the dogs are targeting specific muscle groups without creating additional impact on painful joints.

As stated previously, effective physical rehabilitation consists of the combination of many modalities. At ARC they use top notch treatment tools such as class IV laser therapy, shock wave therapy, therapeutic ultrasound and electrical stimulation.

“Throughout the years, we have successfully treated thousands of pets and are proud to have been pioneers in this growing field,” states Lisa Blanchard of ARC. “We are committed to the bond between clients and their pets.”

ARC’s treatment plans are custom designed for the individual patient with the ultimate goal of returning the patient to their highest level of function. For some dogs, that may be taking a walk with their owner and for others it may be competing in agility or doing police work. ARC’s past patients have included dogs from all venues including: police dogs, agility, obedience, dock diving and conformation dogs.

Animal Rehabilitation Center of Michigan is located at 1490 Lochhaven Road in Waterford. For more information visit their website UnionLakePets.com or call 248363-5061. Please see ad page 14

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ichigan Equine Therapy (MET) is now accepting student applications to participate in a pilot educational program that will test their equine curriculum in order to obtain academic accreditation. A small, select group of students will be chosen to evaluate and validate MET’s new program. A one-time discount will be offered for approved students enrolling in this program which will run October 15, 16, 22, 23 and Nov. 5th and 6th. Long term plans for this program include 300+ hour comprehensive curriculum teaching equine behavior, equine anatomy, physiology, massage techniques, myofascial techniques, Reiki, first aid, equine law, business and marketing, clinical hours, and special events. MET plans to add additional modalities continuously as the program grows.

Michigan Equine Therapy is a mobile provider of health and wellness products and services for animals and humans. MET specializes in manual massage modalities and therapeutic equipment, and serves SE Michigan and Northern Ohio, with occasional trips to Illinois and Indiana.

“Our long term goal is to become nationally certified as a premiere training academy for animal body workers serving not only Michigan, but the Great Lakes Region, and offer a complete and thorough education to individuals interested in this career path,” states owner Lisa Machala.

Michigan Humane Society Hosts Mega March for Animals

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he Michigan Humane Society (MHS) is inviting animal lovers to march to end pet homelessness at its sixth annual Mega March for Animals, on Sunday, Oct. 2 in downtown Detroit. Proceeds from the event, the largest walk for animals in Michigan, will help MHS transform thousands of animal lives from ‘Homeless to Loved.’

This fun, festive and family-friendly event features a 2.5 mile walk. A shorter route will also be available. Check-in on Oct. 2 will begin at 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m.

Individual walkers, families, small groups, and corporate or community-based walking teams are all needed to participate, and can walk with or without four-legged friends.

Pre-registration is not required. MHS encourages the use of its online teambuilding and fundraising tools at michiganhumane.org/MEGA to create individual and team web pages, share personal stories about getting involved, invite others to participate or support the walk and track fundraising progress.

While the care needs of each animal are different, it costs MHS approximately $156 on average to transform the life of one animal from homeless to loved. With every step they take, Mega March participants will help make a difference in the lives of animals in need in metro Detroit. At last year’s event, more than 6,000 people, joined by hundreds of pets, raised enough funds to transform the lives of more than 2,500 animals through the Michigan Humane Society’s critical care services. More than 100,000 animals rely on MHS volunteers, staff, and donors every year for food, medical care, and to find a new, loving home. It is only with the support of the community and those who will be there on Sunday, Oct. 2, that we can continue to transform animal lives.

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“For me, a house or an apartment becomes a home when you add one set of four legs, a happy tail, and that indescrib-

GOOD D G! Positive training Yields Fast Results by sandra Murphy

Dogs love to learn and live to please at every age. Teaching a pet good manners, social skills and YouTube-worthy tricks are great ways to build a bond and have fun, too.

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hen a fearful or shy dog associates a new situation with good things, the dog blooms. I love to see it,” says Victoria Stilwell, of Animal Planet’s It’s Me or the Dog. “It’s the basis for positive reinforcement training.”

Stilwell explains that her method, known as Positive Dog Training, is all about spotting and rewarding the behavior you like as it happens. “Thus, the good behavior is likely to repeat, encouraging the dog to learn to live in a human world successfully.” Each dog has his own idea of the best reward— some favor toys, some work for food, others simply want approval.

Training doesn’t have to be timeconsuming, repetitive homework. Once you and your dog learn the basics, you can do short sessions.

The Clicker Method A click of a small noisemaker used in training lets the dog know when he’s

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just done the right thing. As soon as we see the behavior, we’ll click faster than our brains can tell our mouths to say, “Good dog!”

For example, to train “Watch me,” sit down with your dog, the clicker and some tiny treats. If he focuses on the treats or looks away, do nothing. If he glances at you, click and toss him a treat. A few click/treats later, your dog will figure out he did something to make the reward happen. Be prepared, because that thought will be followed by a very deliberate look at your face.

After that, training will move at high speed.

“Work on the basics first,” counsels psychologist Linda Michaels, owner of Wholistic Dog Training, in San Diego.

“Four commands—sit, down, wait and come—will get you started. You can do mini-training sessions throughout the day, such as ‘sit’ for breakfast or dinner, ‘come’ when called, ‘wait’ before going out the door, and ‘down’ during televi-

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able measure of love that we call a dog.” ~ Roger Caras, president emeritus, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals sion programs. Continue practicing during commercials.”

“How my service dog, Hunter, figured out what I needed and how to help me, I don’t know, but I have great respect for the intellectual abilities of dogs. Training is a way of opening communication; just like with a human, you can never be sure where the conversation will take you,” remarks M. Shirley Chong, a professional clicker trainer in Grinnell, Iowa.

“Positive training lets a dog be your friend, not a boot camp soldier obeying orders,” advises Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., a certified applied animal behaviorist in Black Earth, Wisconsin, and author of multiple titles, including The Other End of the Leash. “When he

“Dogs like to obey. It gives them security.” ~ James Herriot, author, All Creatures Great and Small

(scent discrimination) and can find a small vial of essential oil hidden in a room. “The praise she receives gives her confidence to try other new things,” observes Shannon.

Stilwell remarks, “Learning to cope with newness is a huge benefit for any animal.”

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Connect with positive trainers: Victoria Stillwell, Positively.com; Linda Michaels, WholisticDogTraining.com; Pat Miller, PeaceablePaws.com; M. Shirley Chong, ShirleyChong.com; Patricia McConnell, PatriciaMcConnell.com; Cara Shannon, BuddysChance.com/Caravacchiano.html.

exhibits new behaviors, capture them, add a cue and give them a cute name.

Always, the basis of the best tricks happens when the dog offers his own ideas.”

Pat Miller, of Peaceable Paws, in Fairplay, Maryland, also respects an animal as a thinking partner, “You get to see them figure out how things work,” she says. Miller, who serves as the training editor for Whole Dog Journal, has trained dogs, cats, horses and a pot-bellied pig.

She’s particularly pleased to have transformed a terrier, previously deemed unadoptable by a shelter because of his biting, into a happy, stable patron of New York’s Central Park. Positive dog training literally saved his life.

Retraining/Renaming Bad Behaviors With patience and know-how, jumping up on people can turn into dancing the conga. Grumbly growling noises can turn into “Whisper,” or “Tell me a secret.”

Excessive barking can be interpreted as bored whining: “There’s nothing to do!” Or, your pet could be answering another dog that you can’t hear.

Changes in weather also can make a dog anxious and vocal. Of course, he may just want attention. If you find the reason, it’s easier to find the cure.

Is a dog shy or fearful? “Don’t put him in a situation beyond his comfort zone,” counsels Cara Shannon, an expert in curbing aggressive dog behavior in Austin, Texas. “Let him observe from a safe distance, but not interact, perhaps watching his surroundings with you from inside the car.”

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CROSSING BOUNDARIES FOR GOOD by april thompson

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efore Wally and Ann Collito, of North Attleborough, Massachusetts, had a chance to befriend the stray kitten that had appeared in their yard, the couple discovered that another caring being—a crow—had already done so.

Over the next few months, the Collitos witnessed an incredible friendship develop between the crow and cat they respectively named Moses and Cassie.

The pair romped in the grass, swatting gently at each other like they were born playmates, rather than sworn enemies.

Moses often dropped nutritious worms and bugs in the kitten’s mouth, following it around like a protective parent.

“If it wasn’t for the crow feeding and taking care of that cat, it would have been dead a long time ago,” relates Wally Collito in a video posted at InterspeciesFriends.blogspot.com.

“When the cat would start crossing the road, the crow would holler as if to say,

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‘Don’t go in the road, you’re going to get hit.’ Sometimes she would get in front of her and push her back on the sidewalk.

It had to be love or friendship.”

The story of Moses and Cassie is not an anomaly, but rather an indication of the potential emotional bond between animals, according to Jennifer S. Holland, author of Unlikely Friendships: 47 Remarkable Stories from the Animal Kingdom. “A number of years ago, it was really taboo to attribute empathy to other animals,” she says, “but more scientists today are crossing that line comfortably.” She explains that no one really knows what emotions animal experience or how, although people share the brain’s limbic system, considered the seat of emotions in humans, with other mammals.

“There is no reason they don’t have experiences similar to ours in terms of basic emotions,” Holland surmises.

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litter, literally nursing the squirrel back to health.

“The drive to nurture and be nurtured is strong, particularly when an animal has lost its baby or parent. This story is a perfect example of the mothering instinct coming to life,” says Holland.

Like many human friendships, some unusual animal pairings develop out of the basic need for companionship. One well-known example is Tarra, an 8,700-pound former circus elephant retired to The Elephant Sanctuary, in Hohenwald, Tennessee. Elephants are known to pair up, but Tarra chose to instead bond with a rescued stray dog named Bella. The two became inseparable pals and Tarra proved to be no fairweather friend: When Bella suffered a spinal cord injury, Tarra stood sentinel at the gate outside the sanctuary office, waiting three weeks for Bella before she could be carried outside for a happy reunion.

Model Behavior Photo: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Ohio

growing number of efforts to document the wild landscape of interspecies love, including blogs dedicated to the topic and countless children’s books; one of them, Cat and Crow, by Lisa Fleming, immortalizes Moses and Cassie. “Such stories give us a sense of hope at a time when there is a lot of negativity in the world,” observes Holland. “I think people are looking for a reprieve.”

Mother Love Knows No Bounds A variety of recent studies by the likes of the University of Cambridge and Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology indicate that empathy and altruism may be characteristics of species ranging from squirrels to sea lions. Consider the adventures of Finnegan, a squirrel that had fallen out of its nest and into the loving abode of Seattle resident Debby Cantlon.

Her pregnant papillon, Mademoiselle Giselle, adopted the injured squirrel, pulling its cage close to her own dog bed.

Giselle continued to care for Finnegan after she had her own

Seeing firsthand the positive outcomes that various interspecies pairings can yield, some animal trainers are using natural characteristics of one species to influence the behavior of another. A program at the Columbus Zoo, in Ohio, routinely taps into the Zen of dogs to boost the confidence of traveling cheetahs, which, although they are the fastest mammals on land, are also among the most skittish. Animal Programs Director Suzi Rapp has raised several baby cheetahs alongside puppies—most recently, a charismatic golden lab named Carlisle.

Carlisle helps the cheetahs keep their cool when Rapp takes them on the road to make TV appearances in support of animal conservation efforts. “If there is a loud noise, the cheetahs will look to Carlisle for his reaction. The dog has a ‘whatever’ attitude that the cheetahs in turn adopt,” says Rapp, who notes that the program has been so successful she wouldn’t ever consider raising a cheetah without a canine again.

“Because they were raised together, the cheetahs believe that Carlisle is one of their littermates and don’t think of him as a dog,” explains Rapp. “They cuddle, play and sleep together.” Rapp is quick to caution that an unknown adult dog thrown in with the cheetahs wouldn’t last long, however. Tales of mismatched orphans underscore the importance of introducing different species to each other while they’re

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If peace between traditionally antagonistic species is possible, the implications for mankind are obvious. When basic needs are met, the instinct to protect or play can trump the urge to grab, neglect or fight. We can all share and get along better when we take responsibility for creating the circumstances to support that ideal.

“I joke that we should give my book to politicians to remind them that a lot of good can come from crossing boundaries,” smiles Holland. “Kindness and companionship can mean survival for all kinds of animals; that goes for humans, too.”

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POLITE LEASH WALKING

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“Dogs don’t come speaking English, and they don’t read minds. Communicate less with your voice and more with your body (like dogs do), and your dog will understand you better.” ~ Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.

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methods when performed improperly.)

re you walking your dog, or is your dog walking

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A dog pulling on a leash is a common, but curable problem. You can teach your dog how to walk politely on a leash, using firm, positive approaches. Even 8-week-old puppies can learn; no special collar or tool is needed.

Methods If your dog pulls and you take one step forward, you have rewarded the pulling. The one consistent message your dog learns in all of the following approaches is that pulling does not get him where he wants to go. (Our trainers do not recommend employing leash pops and collar-jerking, because of the emotional fallout that sometimes accompanies these

Be a Tree: When your dog pulls on the leash, stop, as though you are rooted in place. Do not take another step forward until the dog has released pressure on the leash. Your dog needs to learn that pulling equals stopping. Consistency and timing help a dog learn quickly.

One variation on this technique is to use a word or phrase to signal your dog that he is pulling and you are going to stop. Speak in a happy voice, because you are not scolding; you are simply giving your dog information. Some use “whoops!” Others use “uh-oh!”

If, when you stop walking, your dog dances around you in circles or runs to the end of his leash in every direction, gradually shorten the leash until there is nowhere interesting left to go. This makes the wrong choice (ignoring you) boring for the dog, and it is much easier for him to make the right choice, which is relaxing on the end of the leash, looking up at you.

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thing, stop movement in that direction and go backwards. Depending on the dog’s level of excitability, take two or three steps, or up to 20 feet, in the opposite direction.

This is useful when your dog is pulling toward a specific target (another dog, a favorite bush, the swimming hole). You are letting the dog know that pulling gets him the opposite of what he wants. You also are increasing the distance between him and the exciting thing, which helps him gather his selfcontrol. Once he stops pulling, he gets to go see the dog or sniff the bush as a reward.

learning process, make sure the animal gets plenty of exercise. Be consistent.

Never allow the dog to get somewhere by pulling; all family members need to be on board with this.

Above all, have patience. Some days it may feel like your dog will never learn, then suddenly, one day you will look back and have to think hard to remember how he or she used to pull.

Erica Pytlovany is a certified pet dog trainer with WOOFS! Dog Training Center, in Arlington, VA. Learn more at WoofsDogTraining.com.

Zigzag and Circling: When your dog begins to pull, start walking in a broad, zig-zag motion. Alternatively, curve off to the right or left, in a wide circle. This deflects some of the pulling into a sideways motion and reminds the dog that, smart as he is, he doesn’t know which way you’re going to go, so he’d better pay attention.

Clicker and Treats: Using food can be a highly motivating way for a dog to learn polite leash walking. Carry a pouch of pea-sized treats and use a clicker (sold at local pet stores), or pick a consistent word to say, like “Yes!”

Capture a moment that your dog is behaving the way you want and click or say “Yes!” After that, offer a treat. Your dog will associate the click or the word “Yes” with getting a treat and begin to understand that the moment you click is the moment he earned the treat. Do not get the food out until after the click.

The dog should be thinking about how to earn the reward, not trotting after the food.

Initially, you will reward frequently, at least several times a minute. As the behavior becomes a habit, continue to praise the dog for good behavior, but phase out the treats.

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More Expert Advice Teach your dog not to pull while you are both standing still by holding the leash firmly with both hands and refusing to budge until your dog slackens the leash. Not a single step! Hold on tight and ignore every leash-lunge.

As soon as he or she sits, say “Good dog,” offer a food treat, and then take one large step forward and stand still again. Repeat this sequence, advancing to two steps, then three steps, until your dog walks calmly forward on a loose leash and sits quickly when you stop and stand still. ~ Dr. Ian Dunbar, DogStarDaily.com

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pH, transforming vitamin D into an active form, and releasing hormones that aid in regulating blood pressure.

Urinary tract disease may show up in several ways, including common bacterial infections easily treated with antibiotics, and bladder or kidney stones, which often require surgery. Just as in people, urinary tract disease causes pets pain and is dangerous if left untreated.

Many urinary diseases share similar symptoms, any of which should prompt a proper professional diagnosis: n Frequent straining to urinate, often with little success; if a pet likely has a full bladder and attempts to urinate but nothing passes, consult a veterinarian immediately n More than the usual licking of the genital area

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n Increased urination, sometimes in inappropriate areas, such as inside the home or outside the litter box

Dogs and cats can suffer from diseases and disorders similar to those that can trouble their owners. Urinary tract disease is a common cause for concern for pets.

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on a detailed medical history, many veterinarians will proceed to diagnostic testing that usually begins with a basic urinalysis.

Urinary Tract Infections

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The most common cause of urinary tract disease is bacterial infection. For most urinary tract infections (UTI), an antibiotic regime will treat the present infection and lifestyle changes accompanied by veterinarian-recommended nutraceuticals may aid in preventing future problems.

Certain underlying conditions may predispose a pet to infection, such as a weakened immune system or diabetes. Most canine UTIs are bacterial in origin and as a general rule, female dogs are more prone to experience them because the wider female urethra potentially allows more unwanted bacteria to enter. If bacteria then travels to the bladder and is left untreated, it may go on to contaminate the kidneys and other organs, presenting a serious health risk.

Bladder Stones

Bladder or kidney stones pose a more serious type of urinary disease, and either is of more concern for pets. In suspect situations, radiographic imaging such as X-rays or ultrasounds will help determine treatment. Small female dogs between the ages of 4 and 8 that have a history of bladder infections are the most vulnerable.

While stones are less common in male dogs, it can pose a critical care situation if stones pass from the bladder into the male’s narrow urethra, where the obstruction prevents the pet from urinating. Stones can also affect feline

friends and similar life-threatening situations can occur if urine is unable to pass.

Generally, stones form in concentrated urine, so the less hydrated a pet, the greater the risk that a stone may form. Stones are formed by microscopic mineral crystals strained out of urine that band together to create a larger stone. There are various types of stones and correct identification will determine treatment options.

Prevention Tips

Increase water consumption. Home cooking is a wonderful option for ensuring a pet is receiving ample moisture-rich foods; most recipes include fluid-rich meats and veggies.

Offering high quality, premium canned food is good, too. For pets that routinely chow down on dry commercial foods, moisten rations with salt-free broth.

Also, add a tiny pinch of unrefined sea salt to their water bowl; using distilled water is advised for pets with a history of stones.

Use supplements. Capsules of d-Mannose cranberry extract combine a powerful natural diuretic with the antibacterial benefits of cranberries. The more often a pet urinates, the less likely the urine will become concentrated in the bladder.

Consider probiotics. Probiotics contain beneficial bacteria that establish a healthy flora in the digestive tract; a strong gut can fight off infectious bacterial challenges.

Monitor pH. Owners can purchase pH strips to test a pet’s first daily urine at home. Changes in a pet’s pH may indicate a urinary issue and that veterinary care is advisable.

By staying alert to abnormal pet behavior and promptly consulting with a vet, you will be able to get your pet back to proper urinary health.

Dr. Matthew J. Heller is a holistic veterinarian and owner of All About PetCare, in Middletown, OH. For more information, visit AllAboutPetCare.com.

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ost owners don’t think they need formal estate-planning documents for their pets because a friend, neighbor or relative has said that they will take care of the pet when the owner dies. Unfortunately, sometimes these folks may have good intentions, but when reality strikes, the hoped-for, unwritten arrangement may not be honored and the pet is euthanized.

Such sad occurrences, the result of unforeseen financial distress, broken promises or misunderstandings, can be prevented if the proper legal documents are in place to protect a beloved pet. The owner may provide for the pet either in a legally signed will or a trust specifically created for the named pet.

So, which is better?

Limits of a Will

While a will cannot leave property directly to an animal, it can name a person

that is charged with the responsibility of caring for the pet, as well as leave available funds to the individual for that purpose. However, problems can arise because many people don’t understand how a will works.

With a will, the instructions contained in it are not automatically carried out. A lengthy and formal process must be followed in each state to admit a will to the probate court and appoint an executor; until that happens, no one can access the property of the deceased. Initiating the process typically takes at least 30 days and it can be up to a year before money is distributed to beneficiaries. But where does the pet live in the meantime? Who is taking care of the pet and providing money for housing, food, exercise and health care?

Another problem is that even when money or property is given to the named person to care for a pet, it is

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More than 45 states now have laws making it possible to create a trust for a pet. This arrangement offers many advantages; a pet trust document usually: n Names a physical caretaker for the pet n Names a trustee that will hold the money for caring for the pet n Instructs the trustee to distribute the money to the caretaker according to the instructions contained in the pet trust n Provides the trustee with the authority to place the pet with a new caretaker if for any reason the person named cannot take care of the pet as intended The first step in creating a pet trust is to write out a plan specifying who will care for the pet, how much money will be needed and how it should be spent, and the name of the person that has agreed to act as trustee. A plan for a pet can be general or detailed.

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caretaker the trustee, because the trustee is responsible for enforcing the plan and making certain that the caretaker is following the previous owner’s instructions. Otherwise, the trustee is charged with finding a new caretaker that will follow the instructions in the trust document and redirecting the funds to them.

A pet trust does not have to be funded until the owner has passed. The easiest way to fund a pet trust is to name the trustee as the recipient of a bank account, a certificate of deposit or an insurance policy. The funds then are immediately available for the care of a pet, according to the instructions contained in the trust document.

With written plan in hand, the next step is to meet with an attorney to develop it into a legally enforceable trust document. If the basic plan is already in writing, the lawyer should be able to state a reasonable price to draft the trust. Or, a pet owner may choose to purchase a guide on how to create a pet trust.

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s our pets grow old we often mistake many of the degenerative changes that occur as part of the aging process. Unfortunately many old age ailments are not the inevitable result of old age, but are all too often the result of our pets living in a toxic world.

We and our pets are bombarded by toxins coming at us in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. It is impossible for us to completely avoid being damaged by them.

These toxins result in inflammation throughout the pet’s body, especially the joints, kidneys and the intestinal tract.

At first this inflammation is beneficial because it helps remove the toxin, but if the toxins persist the inflammation becomes chronic and begins to damage healthy tissue. At this point the pet begins to display symptoms such as lameness, scratching and diarrhea.

Which symptoms appear depends on where toxins are deposited.

In the broadest sense bacteria, parasites, fungus, allergens and even

psychological stress can be considered to be a toxin.

Conventionally, inflammatory disease is most often treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, steroids, antihistamines, analgesics and antibiotics. It is important to understand that these drugs treat only the symptoms and do not address the cause of the inflammation but simply put a bandage on the problem .

To make matters worse these conventional solutions, when used long term, will produce their own unique problems. For example, when non-steroidal anti-inflammatories are used long term they can damage the intestines, liver, kidneys and joint cartilage. Long term steroid therapy can cause your pet’s adrenal gland to shut down, liver damage and generalized tissue breakdown.

In addition, chronic use of antibiotics can damage the pet’s normal intestinal bacteria and can produce antibiotic-resistant strains of pathogenic bacteria.

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Improving the health of your pet’s intestine by providing food that supports a healthy intestinal lining will help to minimize food toxins entering the blood stream and exhausting the liver.

Feed a natural, meat based, low grain diet that has lots of veggies that provides a ton of antioxidants. This type of low grain diet will minimize the likelihood of a “leaky gut” forming, allowing toxins to leak into the blood stream.

By replacing grain with highly colorful veggies you will be adding lots of antioxidants to your pet’s diet. These antioxidants will neutralize toxic free radicals. By buying your pet food that is natural you will avoid many toxins that are in the form of chemical preservatives, texturizers and artificial coloring

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The more we eliminate toxins in our pet’s food, air and water the less inflammation will develop and the less we will need to add other nutrients and nutraceuticals to help reduce the inflammation and symptoms.

If the time comes where these are inadequate to alleviate inflammatory symptoms then nutraceuticals like digestive enzymes, fish oil supplements, and a mega vitamin and mineral supplement can be used. Special anti inflammatory herbs like rosemary, hops, celery seed and bosewellia are additional tools available to minimize inflammation.

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utistic. The very word, and the mystery that surrounds it, conjures up different images and emotions for many people. When parents hear this word used to describe their child, their entire lives are often immediately and radically changed, and they can feel as if most of their hopes and dreams have come to an end.

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Even with all of the experience and research the Horse Boy Method provides, more questions than answers arise as to why and how the connection between horses and autistic children actually works. “The truth is, we just don’t know,” explains Iliane Lorenz, co-founder of Horse Boy Method and Horse Boy Dressage. “However, many theories are out there that may explain the connection.”

For example, Lorenz describes one thought: an autistic child’s overactive brain is wired to choose "flight" as a reaction, which is very similar to a horse. Horses, being a flight animal themselves, somehow recognize this similarity and do not feel threatened in the presence of an autistic child.

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further, “Horses modify their behavior in such an extreme way around these kids. Betsy, the first horse my son Rowan encountered, for example, is quite a grumpy old horse. She wouldn’t hesitate a minute to take an adult rider back to the barn. But, she won’t move a muscle when one of these kids is running around her.”

For whatever reason, horses offer something truly incredible, and the Horse Boy Method takes full advantage of this connection.

The Horse Boy Method is made up of a number of techniques, including Back Riding and Sensory Work. Back Riding is when an adult rides “double” with the child, sitting behind them in an oversized western saddle.

Isaacson explains that this technique makes the child feel secure and provides deep pressure which they love. Also, the rocking motion of the horse apparently opens up the learning receptors in the brain.

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Many kids arrive at the barn full of energy and need some way to burn it off before they can concentrate on the horse.

grams in which the handler stays on the ground and leads the child around on the horse. Although this method is extremely effective for many types of disabilities, it doesn’t work as well with autism.

Isaacson explains the difference, “When you lead an autistic child and glance back at them, checking in and wanting a response, they will often withdraw from you. However, if you ride with them, you are a voice in the ear, rather than a challenging frontal gaze that they need to defend themselves from.”

Sensory Work is another extremely effective technique used in the Horse Boy Method, not only for the child, but for other family members as well. The horse itself can be an excellent therapist and therapy environment all in one.

Smaller children often love to spend extended periods of time lying full length on the horses back.

In addition, parents and siblings are often very stressed out, and they will benefit from sensory work just as much as will their autistic family member. Plus it demonstrates to them the therapeutic benefit that their child will be getting.

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Self-Compassion as being a critical first step for parents of an autistic child, and how horses can assist with this as well.

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and nurture themselves. It’s really just a different angle at approaching the same thing; being in the present moment, in a very open-hearted space. Being centered, being balanced and opening yourself to the adventure of life, come what may.”

Having an adult and

child riding together is the most effective method for gaining communication verbal or otherwise.

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deep pressure (holding the child), speaking into the child’s ear (not face to face speaking that often agitates the child), and the movement of the horse (which apparently opens up the learning receptors in the brain) all combine to create an optimum environment for the child to receive and retain information.

For more information on The Horse Boy Method and how it helps autistic children or the Horse Boy Foundation visit HorseBoyMethod.com.

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any of us want to include our pets in the holiday traditions, from posing them just so in the yearly family photo card to stuffing their own special stocking full of favorite treats. While there’s no reason not to indulge companion dogs and cats with little extras around the holidays, it’s also important to remember that many indoor houseplants, decorations and foods that come with the season can pose a hazard to our furry friends.

Natural Awakenings spoke with Adam Goldfarb, director of the Pets at Risk program for the Humane Society of the United States, about how we can help ensure that pets stay safe.

Secure the Tree. Whether the cat likes to bat at the ornaments or attempt an ascent, or the family has a large tailwagging dog, a tree that’s not properly anchored can be easily knocked over.

Consider using twine to secure the tree at mid-level to a wall to prevent tipping. Also make sure to keep the water well covered to prevent a pet from drinking from the tree’s water, particularly if it’s become stagnant or contains preservatives.

Decorate with Care. Tinsel and ornaments decking the tree and colorful winter houseplants brightening our rooms are holiday fixtures. They are also irresistible to many cats and dogs.

It’s best to avoid the loose-hanging, plastic tinsel “icicles” in homes with animals, because these can be easily ingested, cause discomfort and even become caught in their intestines, re-

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quiring surgery to remove.

For other tree decorations, Goldfarb advises, “Stick to larger ornaments.

Use big, round colored balls that won’t fit in the animal’s mouth.” Likewise, keep any decorations with small pieces out of reach of animals. This includes positioning the Christmas tree away from bookshelves that can give climbing cats easy access.

The American Humane Association provides a list of plants that may be toxic and/or cause vomiting and diarrhea in pets if nibbled. Culprits include: lilies, mistletoe, holly, certain ivies, amaryllis and hibiscus. Poinsettias are not as dangerous, but can still upset a pet’s digestive system. Potpourri and sachets likewise are best kept out of reach.

Keep Holiday Meals for Humans. “Pets are better off avoiding human holiday foods,” counsels Goldfarb. “There are concerns about feeding additional calories to any overweight pets. Bones can be a choking hazard. In addition, some foods could be hazardous.” Toxic foods to avoid for dogs include chocolate (which can be fatal), turkey skin, onions, garlic, alcohol, macadamia nuts and walnuts, nutmeg, raisins and grapes. Cats must be kept away from apple seeds, avocado pits, onions, potatoes, cherries and mushrooms.

Provide a Quiet Place. Many dogs find extra holiday company exciting, but for shy dogs and many cats, all the added noise and presence of unknown people can be stressful. For those ani-

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mals, Goldfarb advises, “Pick a room in your house and make it a sanctuary for them. Make sure there’s a water bowl, pet bed and for cats, their litter box. Then, keep that room off-limits to guests. That way, the pet has a quiet, comforting place to relax until the party winds down.” Be sure to inform guests to keep the room’s door shut, as well as doors to the outside, to prevent escapes.

Watch Gifts and Candles. Cats and dogs are both drawn to playing with and perhaps eating crinkly wrapping paper and shiny ribbons, so keep these temptations out of reach. Provide pets with animal-appropriate, eco-friendly toys, instead.

Also, be sure to keep lit candles in sturdy spots where they can’t be easily knocked over. “For the most part, you won’t have dogs counter surfing or climbing up shelves,” Goldfarb notes, “but cats do love exploring vertical spaces.”

Think Twice about Giving Animals as Gifts. Giving a pet as a surprise gift to someone else, with the all the responsibility and life-changing commitment it entails, is seldom a good idea. If you are considering adopting a new dog or cat for your own family around the holidays, the American Humane Association suggests wrapping an “adoption kit” instead, complete with leash, pet bed, food, treats and a gift certificate for a local shelter. That way, the whole family can take their time choosing the exact right pet as a special post-holiday activity.

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petcalendar Listings by date Saturday, October 1

Sterling Heights Vaccine Clinic - 10am-2pm. Vaccines $10 each. Cash only. Rain or shine. 3-year rabies requires proof of prior rabies vaccination; feline leukemia vaccination requires proof of negative test or prior vaccination. Please bring dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier. Everyone is welcome!

No residency needed. FREE. All About Animals Rescue, Dodge Park 40620 Utica, Sterling Heights. 586-879-1745.

Saturday, October 8

Canines, Coffee and Conversation - 9am-11am.

At Red Oaks Dog Park. Enjoy free coffee, treats and conversation with canines and friends! A 2011 Annual Vehicle Permit or daily pass is required for park entry. FREE. Oakland County Parks and Recreation, 31353 Dequindre, Madison Heights. Laurie Stasiak 248-858-4929.

Oak Parks Parks and Rec Center Vaccine Clinic - 10am-2pm. Vaccines $10 each. Cats and Dogs. Everyone is welcome! No residency needed.

Cash only. Rain or shine. 3-year rabies requires proof of prior rabies vaccination; feline leukemia vaccination requires proof of negative test or prior vaccination. Please bring dogs on a leash and cats in carrier. FREE. All About Animals Rescue, Child Care Building 14300 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park.

586-879-1745.

Retired Greyhounds Meet-N-Greet - 11am-3pm.

Retired Greyhounds As Pets (REGAP). St. Clair Shores Pet Supplies Plus, 23700 Greater Mack.

Info: 586-771-1710.

Pet Jubilee Pet Expo - 10am-4pm. Supporting our animal friends. Exhibitors, samples, demonstrations and more. Free admission and parking. 425 County Center Drive, Lapeer. Info: 248-628-0125. See ad back cover.

Sunday, October 9

Trap Neuter Return Training - 11:30-2:30. Compassionate solution to feral cats. Learn how to trap, manage a colony and meet others who are helping the cats. Handbook included. We loan traps. Once you take the class it is only $10-$25 to have a feral fixed, ear tipped and receive a rabies vaccine. $10.

All About Animals Rescue, 23451 Pinewood St, Warren. All About Animals Rescue 586-8791745.

Saturday, October 15

Doggie Tailgating - 9am-11am. At Orion Oaks Dog Park. Calling all fans and furry fans! Show your team spirit at this pre-game Pooch Party, featuring contests for “Best Furry Fan: MSU/UM” and “Best Furry Fan and Owner team: MSU/UM.” Also enjoy

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football-themed activities and giveaways. A 2011 Annual Vehicle Permit or daily pass is required for park entry. FREE. Oakland County Parks and Recreation, 2301 Clarkston Rd, Lake Orion.

Laurie Stasiak 248-858-4929.

One-day Training Class - 10-11am. This group class will offer each individual owner a chance to address specific issues and includes but is not limited to excessive barking, jumping up on you or your guests, biting, and general poor behavior. A minimum number of participants are required. n Springfield Township residents $20/dog; non-residents $25/ dog. Pre-registration encouraged, but will be accepted at the door provided the minimum has been met and there are still openings. Mill Pond Park, Davisburg. Info/reg: 248-846-6558.

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Sunday, October 16

Feral Fixin Frenzy-Spay/Neuter - 10am-2pm. Celebrate National Feral Cat Day - $10 feral cat spays; includes ear tip and rabies. Winterized cat shelter building at 11 am. BBQ lunch! Call to schedule for surgery. RSVP for shelter building. See more on All About Animals Rescue website. FREE. All About Animals Rescue, 23451 Pinewood St, Warren.

586-879-1745.

Northern Lights Professional Pet Photography By Appt. Various pacakges available at reasonable prices. Grand blanc Pet Supplies Plus, 11525 S Saginaw. Appts: 810-694-1171.

Saturday, October 22

Howl-o-ween - 12pm-4pm. At Lyon Oaks Dog Park.

Share Halloween fun with fellow dog lovers! Bring your dog (in costume or not) and have a howlin’ good time with contests for best doggie costume, activities for dogs, pet demonstrations, adoptions and vendors, and special keepsake photos! A 2011 Annual Vehicle Permit or daily pass is required for park entry. FREE. Oakland County Parks and Recreation, 52221 Pontiac Trail, Wixom. Laurie Stasiak 248-858-4929.

Northern Lights Professional Pet Photography By Appt. Various pacakges available at reasonable prices. Mount Morris Pet Supplies Plus, 11972 N Saginaw. Appts: 810-686-2400.

Sunday, October 23

Northern Lights Professional Pet Photography By Appt. Various pacakges available at reasonable prices. Owosso Pet Supplies Plus, 1433 E Main St. Appts: 989-725-7686.

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FrIdAy, NoveMBer 11

novi equestrian expo - Through Sunday 11/13.

Vendors selling a variety of horse merchandise, supplies, home decor and apparel. Exhibition and clinics. Suburban Showcase Collection, noVi. See ad inside front cover.

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trap neuter return training - 10am-2pm. Compassionate solution to feral cats. Learn how to trap, manage a colony and meet others who are helping the cats. Handbook included. We loan traps. Once you take the class it is only $10-$25 to have a feral fixed, ear tipped and receive a rabies vaccine. $10.

All About Animals Rescue, 23451 Pinewood St, Warren. 586-879-1745.

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Metro detroit Pet exPo - Through Sunday 11/20. A weekend filled with fun, exciting events for both you and your pet. Suburban Showplace Collection, noVi. See ad inside front cover.

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Pictures with Santa - 11am-2pm and 3-6pm.

Help raise money for homeless pets in Shiawassee County. For $10 families can download pictures or order inexpensive prints of their pets and loved ones sitting on Santa's lap. oWoSSo Pet Supplies Plus, 1433 E Main St. Info: 989-725-7686.

ongoingevents Recurring listings Event days and/or times may change for a variety of reasons. Please call to verify all events before attending.

sunday Sundays

toenail Sundays - Noon-4pm every Sunday. Instore nail trim. Bring in your dog, cat, small animal or reptile and have their nails trimmed. Price is $5 per Pet. WaSHington toWnSHiP Pet Supplies Plus, 64920 Van Dyke. Info: 586-7522800.

tuesday

Tuesdays

Senior Citizen day - 9am-9pm. Every Tuesday.

Seniors (55 and older) will receive a 10% discount on total purchase. Excludes sale items and live animals.

WaSHington toWnSHiP Pet Supplies Plus, 64920 Van Dyke. For more information call 586752-2800.

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wednesday

Wednesdays

Senior Citizen day - 9am-9pm. Every Wednesday.

Seniors (55 and older) will receive a 10% discount on total purchase. Excludes sale items and live animals. ortonVille and laPeer Pet Supplies Plus, For more information, contact store at 248-627-7900 and 810-245-2200.

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Saturdays

low Cost Vaccine Clinic - 10am-2pm. 3rd Saturdays. Rabies and distemper vaccinations. $12-$63 depending on individual/packages. Taxes or county fees not included. roYal oak Pet Supplies Plus, 29402 Woodward.

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Adoption Center - 3600 W Auburn Rd ROCHESTER HILLS - 248-852-7420 MichiganHumane.org

The Michigan Humane Society is a private, nonprofit animal welfare organization and is the largest and oldest such organization in the state, caring for more than 100,000 animals each year.

Over 10,000 items for dogs, cats, birds and horses.

Pet Insurance and fundraising programs. See ad page 7.

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706 S Washington, ROyAL OAK 248-586-0000 FurBabyAndMe.com

Pet botique, bakery and bathhouse in downtown Royal Oak. Comfort, safety, style, nutrition and care for your pet. See ad page 15.

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Our product focus is on natural & holistic foods, treats and supplements for all pets. We carry many hard to find and unique items. We invite you to come in and be pleasantly surprised by our service and selection! See ad page 12.

rehab & therapies animal rehabilitation Center of Michigan, Inc.

1490 Lochaven Rd., Waterford 248-363-5061

Physical rehabilitation has been proven to help animals return to function more quickly after experiencing an orthopedic or neurological injury.

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Alternative therapy products and services to equine athletes and canine companions in the Great Lakes Region. Bodywork for horse AND RIDER. See ad page 12.

Veterinary Woodside Animal Clinic

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Dr. Simon is the owner of Woodside Animal Clinic in Royal Oak, where he practices both alternative and conventional medicine on dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents. He is the author of 4 pet care books. See ad page 20.

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Coming This Month!

The East Michigan

Pet Jubilee!

Celebrating and supporting our pet friends!

1 0 1 2 , 8 r e b o Saturday • Oct Lapeer, MI 10am-4pm

ADMISSION and PARKING IS FREE! Courtesy of Natural Awakenings Pet magazine!

Here's what you'll find: Speakers • Veterinary services Pet Rescue • Humane Societies Pet supplies, foods & products Health & wellness products & services and much more!

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