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from the E D I T O R This is the second year we’ve hosted the Cutest Pet Contest. Thank you so much for entering your cute pets; we received so many adorable submissions! Thank you also for taking the time to vote.

And now, without further ado, a little bit about Jethro, Gainesville’s Cutest Pet, and our first and second runners-up!

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Jethro is a 7-month-old Basset Hound who’s lucky he’s cute.

According to his human mom, Sam Helton, “Jethro was 12-weeks-old when we brought him home and it’s a good job he’s so cute as he has really tested both my patience and training ability! He is a real character; he chews everything, steals laundry and won’t listen to anything we say. A typical stubborn Basset really. Jethro’s favorite thing to do is play with Maris and Juga, our other two dogs. He also loves to go out and meet new people and dogs, and he really loves eating and sleeping!”

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Kona is a sweet, 2-and-a-half-yearold Bernese Mountain dog. She loves helping in the kitchen, and is always eager to lick the spoon at the end! She loves kids, treats, and belly rubs and is just the goofiest and most loving dog around.

According to Bella’s human mom, Teresa Phillips, Bella is the sweetest little dog; she loves people and is very friendly and affectionate.

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Setting the Record Straight About Flu Season

BY SUSAN TULINO

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Design 101: Purrs, Paws, Furr, and Claws

BY YARON LINETT

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Managing Oral Complications in Cancer Patients

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BY DR. TONTRA P. LOWE, DDS

What Does It Take to Raise a Seeing Eye Dog?

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Jethro, Voted Gainesville’s Cutest Pet, photographed by Kara Thorpe

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Frederick W. Parker, III, MD, M.Ed is a family medicine provider at Novant Health UVA Health System Bull Run Family Medicine in Manassas, a department of Novant Health, UVA Health System. For more information about the doctors and services offered at Novant Health UVA Health System, visit novanthealthuva.org.

Debunking myths and setting the record straight about flu season

BY SUSAN TULINO

We’re often too quick to assume the dreaded influenza virus is to blame for any wintertime sick days.

Flu is a likely suspect for any wintertime illness. The reason? Many of us don’t actually know much about the flu.

Frederick W. Parker, III, MD, M.Ed, a family medicine provider at Novant Health UVA Health System Bull Run Family Medicine - Manassas helps us set the record straight about the flu by debunking some common misconceptions.

MYTH #1: THE FLU IS JUST A BAD COLD R E A L I T Y : Body aches, runny noses and sore throats can be signs of either the cold or the flu, but if you do have the flu, expect these symptoms to be much more dramatic and last longer. Symptoms of the flu can include fever, cough, congestion, chills, severe fatigue, body aches, headaches, sore throat, nausea and vomiting.

These symptoms come on quickly, last up to a week and are often severe.

“Nearly 100,000 Americans are hospitalized with the flu each year,” said Dr. Parker. “It can become life-threatening,

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particularly in infants, elderly patients and those with compromised immune systems. Even if you aren’t in these groups, it’s important to see a doctor if you show signs of dehydration, have a fever of 103 degrees or higher and are experiencing difficulty breathing, severe dizziness or persistent vomiting.”

A cold, on the older hand, manifests in fewer, more mild symptoms and typically goes away in about a week.

MYTH #2: FLU SEASON IS ONLY DURING THE WINTER R E A L I T Y : There’s a reason you see pharmacies and doctors’ offices

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promoting flu vaccines even before summer has ended. Flu season generally begins in November but can start at any point in the fall or winter and peak any time between December and March. In fact, in March of 2019, the Virginia Department of Health reported that Virginia was still classified as having widespread flu activity for the 11th straight week.

“While we strongly encourage patients to get their vaccinations early, the reality is that getting a flu shot in March is better than not getting a flu shot at all,” said Dr. Parker.

Dr. Parker also advised that the “summer flu” is a very real thing and the virus can strike even when the weather is hot. People who travel internationally should always pay close attention to any symptoms that appear since the flu peaks in different parts of the world during different times of year.

MYTH #3: FLU SHOTS ARE INEFFECTIVE AND CAN MAKE YOU SICK

“While we strongly encourage patients to get their vaccinations early, the reality is that getting a flu shot in March is better than not getting a flu shot at all,”

R E A L I T Y : This is a common misconception because some people feel under the weather for several days shortly after receiving their flu shot.

This is the body’s immune system reacting to the vaccine, which actually means it’s responding appropriately.

“It’s important to remember that the vaccine isn’t 100 percent effective in preventing the flu.

There is still a chance of contracting the virus even with the vaccine, but some protection is always better than none,” said Dr. Parker. “There

are multiple types of influenza, and each year, researchers create a new vaccine based on evidence of what the strongest strain is likely to be. If you are exposed to a strain that is different than the vaccine, you could still catch the flu, but your immune system will be stronger in fighting it.”

MYTH #4: THE FLU IS A 24-HOUR BUG R E A L I T Y : People with the flu are typically ill for about a week but may only feel the worst of the symptoms for one day.

This leads to the common misconception that the flu can come and go in just 24 hours. In reality, rallying from a bout with the flu will take more than just a day or two. Though nausea and other hard-hitting symptoms may subside or disappear, you’re likely to feel weak for several days.

“As much as you may want to get back to work, school or your day-today routine, letting your body rest and heal is an important part of recovering from the flu,” said Dr. Parker. “Having the flu affects the whole body and trying to get back into the swing of things too quickly can prolong the illness.”

With flu season upon us, all of us should take precautions against exposure to the virus – and unknowingly transmitting it before symptoms begin to show. Washing your hands frequently, coughing and sneezing into a sleeve or tissue and, most importantly, making sure to get the flu shot are effective ways to make it out of flu season unscathed. ❖

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Managing Oral Complications in Cancer Patients

BY DR. TONTRA P. LOWE, DDS

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Living well with a cancer diagnosis is possible armed with the right knowledge to go into battle and win.

Managing the medical and dental aspects before and after treatment is key to living well. Be intentional and proactive versus reactive. People on your wellness team must sometimes weigh life against quality of life, and in order to do that well, you must have your family dentist, and sometimes an oral surgeon, be a part of the conversation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2012 there were over 40,000 new oral cancer cases. Men with periodontal disease are 49% more likely to develop kidney cancer and 54% more likely to develop pancreatic or blood cancers. You must include your dentist in the battle plan for your treatment in order to improve outcomes for an extended quality of life. Remember, the mouth is a part of the body.

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Oral complications secondary to cancer diagnosis and treatment are common and can wreak havoc on other organs and in the mouth. Make sure to include your dentist in your care to improve quality of life and live well before the battle and after the victory.

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We have so many physical and digital books and resources to help you find your dream pet, care for a pet, or even just to appreciate the pets of other people! If you have a library card, you have access to so many resources in our county.

If you search for the word “pet” on our online catalog, you will get 1,882 results.

Just think, if you start looking for other key words like “dog,” “cat,” or… well, let’s just say we have a huge number of books available about pets. These items can range from stories like Clifford the Big Red Dog by Norman Bridwell for our youngest readers, or a new, fun graphic novel series like Cassandra, Animal Psychic by Isabelle Bottier, or an Adult nonfiction title The Animal’s Companion: People & Their Pets, a 26,000-Year Love Story by Jacky Colliss Harvey. We have a collection of pet care titles for all ages as well as several books about animals that are perfect to help you find the type of pet that’s perfect for you and your family. If you’re

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having trouble searching our catalog, please be sure to ask a library staff member. We are here to help you find what you are looking for and we would love to help you. Some of us may even have some personal experience with the kind of pet you are interested in and can give you some insight!

Plus, we’ve got digital resources galore: • Use Gale PowerSearch on our Digital Library at pwcgov.org/library to research dog breeds and their histories.

• Try NoveList Plus to search for book titles or recommended titles or anything you might not be able to find in your local branch.

• Scholastic GO! and Kids InfoBits are designed for young patrons and can help them find out more about the types of animals they can keep as pets and even hear what sounds they make.

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Check out Lynda.com to learn how to fix the odd effect on your pet’s eyes in photographs, or hit Creativebug and discover how to knit a custom-fit sweater for your dog.

But one of my favorite ways to celebrate pets is to attend any of the monthly Reading to Dogs programs that can be found at your local branch. Bull Run, Chinn Park, Dale City, Haymarket Gainesville, Nokesville, and Potomac are all branches that will be hosting loving, adorable therapy dogs for your little ones to read to throughout the month of February (and the months that follow). Make sure to check on pwcgov.org/library to find the dates and times that work for you.

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What does it take to raise a seeing eye dog?

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ave you ever wondered how seeing eye dogs are trained? Surely there must be a strict taskmaster who trains dogs to resist every tasty smell and every lap they long to jump into. But in reality, there are organizations like Guiding Eyes for the Blind, which breeds dogs with the express purpose of being seeing eye dogs and pairs them with families who love them, train them, and let them go.

The Johnsons are just such a family.

Residents of Haymarket, they have years of experience working with Guiding Eyes for the Blind – they’ve loved, fostered, and trained four dogs for the organization. Parents Jeremy and Erika, a veterinary technician at Caring Hands Animal Hospital in Bristow, along with their three boys Cameron, Gavin, and Mason, are true animal lovers. After losing their dog several years ago, Erika and Jeremy were considering their new pet options when they contemplated fostering and training service dogs. They had several friends who’d been successful doing so and, while they were looking to give of their own time, they also felt it was an opportunity to teach their boys to look outside of themselves and give to someone else.

Guiding Eyes for the Blind is a non-profit organization that provides trained dogs to those who are blind or visually impaired.

The New York-based group has been working with dogs since 1954 and is known

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for providing well-mannered, “exceptional” dogs who are paired with those “seeking increased freedom and independence, so that together, they can experience all kinds of life adventures.”

Erika contacted Guiding Eyes for the Blind and found the process to be remarkably easy. The Johnsons attended a few pre-placement classes and waited to be paired with the right pup. Typically, puppies are placed with their foster families at about eight weeks old and stay with the family until they are 14-18 months old. According to the Guiding Eyes for the Blind website, the cost to breed, raise, train, match a guide dog to a recipient, and support the team throughout the lifetime of a dog is $50,000.

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That’s a lot of money and what makes it all even more impressive is that Guiding Eyes for the Blind has created more than 170 guide dog teams during the course of its existence. As for the recipient of one of these dogs? They pay nothing. And the only things families like the Johnson’s pay for are food and toys.

Time is the main commitment when raising a seeing eye dog. The dog needs to be someone’s shadow for the months they are in a raiser’s home. The pups take weekly classes until six months of age, and then twice a month from six months on. When a puppy earns its training vest, usually around four or five months old, they begin public introduction.

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From left: The Johnson family with Baldwin and Tom, the man Baldwin was ultimately paired with. Sarge in the supermarket, just one of the many busy places the dogs go to learn obedience skills. Cameron Johnson and Paco in a training class. Cameron teaching Paco to be a good airplane passenger. Baldwin, the first seeing eye dog the Johnson’s raised for Guiding Light, out for pizza with the family.

eat, visit museums, attend sporting events, and even go shopping! The whole point is to expose them to different sights, sounds, and “under footings” at a young age.

“Our kids loved when the puppies would come to their school concerts or sporting events. Everyone loves a puppy!” Erika said.

(In New York, raisers are able to bring their puppies to work with them so the dogs learn to settle while their raiser works, but as you can imagine, that would have been a challenge with Erika working at Caring Hands!)

The Johnson’s Dogs In total, the Johnson’s have raised four guide dogs: Baldwin, Sarge, Fergus, and Paco.

“Every single dog we have welcomed into our home has taught us much more than we taught them. We’ve learned patience, perseverance, unconditional love and dependability” Erika said.

Baldwin was their first puppy.

“We are incredibly proud that Baldwin is a guide dog for a man named Tom in Ohio,” Erika shared. Sarge, their second dog is a guide for Omar, a gentleman in New York who is a survivor of the 9/11 attacks.

Paco, their fourth dog, recently went to the Guiding Eyes for the Blind headquarters.

The Johnsons have been told he’s doing really well in his training and is scheduled to graduate in April.

Cameron, the Johnson’s oldest son, raised Paco. Paco slept in Cameron’s room and

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Cameron took him to every training class.

“Cameron trained him from beginning to end, and those two have a very special bond,” Erika said.

Said Cameron, “I wanted to raise a dog on my own because I saw how big a difference a guide dog could make in someone’s life.

Even though I knew it would hurt to give him back, knowing I had a part in making him successful gives my life more purpose and makes me feel good. I miss him, especially how playful he was, but I know he is doing big things.”

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and he could become more independent.

The Johnson's realized they had a part in that. And it was that feeling of pride that has enabled them to go back and do it again three more times.

“Every time we’ve taken a dog back, it has been hard. These dogs work their way into your heart and you absolutely have to love them to help them be successful. It’s a bit like sending your kid off to college; you do everything you can to prepare them and only they can take the next step. You just hope

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If you’re wondering about Fergus, well, somewhere along the line Fergus realized he didn’t want to be a guide dog, and was released from the Guiding Eyes program.

Some might consider that a failure, but if you ask his family what they think, Erika, Jeremy, Cameron, Gavin, Mason, and kitty Gulliver would tell you that for them, it’s a happy ending. ❖

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Collectively, the couple has been rescuing and fostering pets since 1992 when Pam adopted a tabby cat, Sophie, from her local vet while living in Kansas. In 1995, a sweet cat she named Raindrop came into her life.

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followed by Jagger, a chocolate lab, (also from Louisiana) in 2018. Theodore, a golden mix, joined the family from the House of Hope in Maryland last year.

To say that adopting pets from animal shelters and rescues has been a big part of the Hanbury’s lives would be an understatement.

It has transformed their lives. They have forged close friendships with those they’ve met through fostering, volunteered countless hours of their time to different rescue and foster organizations, and now created their own non-profit called Parker’s Pals, with the goal to provide material comfort to foster pups awaiting their forever homes.

In its infancy, Parker’s Pals has provided over 120 care packages to over 30 approved foster homes and rescues that include items such as crates, food, collars, leashes, toys, and bowls. By providing these items, it allows rescues to use their funds to pull and vet more pups out of high kill shelters and inspire more animal lovers to welcome dogs into their homes.

The non-profit was indeed named after Parker, the dog they had the shortest amount of time with, but who left an indelible mark on their hearts. When they met Parker, he was estimated to be 5 or 6 and heartworm positive, but they fell in love with him and made him a part of the family understanding his health issues. Parker loved to go on long walks with David and the Hanbury’s other dogs and was always at David’s side.

Sadly, Parker passed away suddenly while swimming last summer and the Hanbury’s realized they wanted to find a way to keep his gentle soul giving to others the way he had to them.

Pam had plenty of experience volunteering with rescues. In 2010, she started as a transporter, then as an occasional foster, and eventually an adoption coordinator. She has also helped start a rescue from the ground up.

“Currently I’m busy with Parker’s Pals, but I still volunteer some time to House of Hope.

Rescues simply don’t have enough volunteers, so I help where and when I can,” she said.

When Parker was being fostered in Louisiana, the Hanbury’s sent him care packages. He loved his blankie, stuffed animals, and treats, so each care package from Parker’s Pals has at a minimum a handtied blankie, a stuffed animal, and treats.

“From my years in rescue, I also know how physically and emotionally draining fostering can be so sending care packages also is meant to provide a lift to foster

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LEFT: Parker’s Pals care packages.

BELOW: Parker’s Pal’s Angel (left) and Aurora (right).

parents. We want them to know that someone cares about them and what they are doing. Foster parents really are the ones who save these shelter pups. They are the lifeblood of a rescue,” said Pam. In addition to providing these sweet care packages, through its website and Facebook page, Parker’s Pals highlights a foster parent every Friday to show and encourage others to try fostering. With so many rescues out there and dogs in kill shelters, it’s their mission to spread the word and help find them homes and help in any way they can along the way. With the Hanbury’s experience working with rescues for so long, they had a strong network of rescues and shelters which helped get Parker’s Pals off the ground and to a running start. Each rescue has their own network, which has also helped spread the word even further. And the care packages have been so well received

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that Parker’s name continues to be one that makes others feel good. “When we read the comments from those who have received a package, seeing their joy has helped in healing our hearts,” Pam added.

Currently Parker’s Pals is partnered with rescues and shelters in Louisiana, Mississippi, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, South Carolina, North Carolina, Michigan, Texas, and New Jersey. Going back to the numbers – over 120 care packages to over 30 approved fosters and rescues is quite astounding considering the fact that Parker’s Pals went live just last September.

Any pet lover would agree that with determination, a mission, and the love of a good dog, you can accomplish amazing things. Parker’s Pals is always looking for partners, volunteers, and donations, and can be found on Facebook at @parkerspals.org and online at ParkersPals.org. ❖

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Haymarket will present a concert on Sunday February 9, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church. All proceeds from the concert will go to the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry.

The Reverend Sean Rousseau, rector of St. Paul’s, stated, “St. Paul’s has a strong and continuing bond with the Food Pantry and this concert is an opportunity to enhance and broaden that bond while providing a new level of assistance to the Food Pantry and its clients”.

In lieu of the sale of concert tickets, it is suggested that guests attending the concert bring either non-perishable food items to donate, cash, or check made out to the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry.

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The Business Women’s Giving Circle of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia has awarded grants totaling just over $69,000 to five area non-profit organizations serving local students.

The grants include support for The House Inc., which will use the funding to provide financial and business-analytics programs to middle and high school students in Prince William County.

The funding, representing the sixth annual grant cycle, supports organizations that provide STEM [science, technology, engineering, math] support to girls and young women in the local area, and brings to more than $300,000 the total grants disbursed by the organization.

“Our grantees can reach girls spanning critical ages and stretching across Northern Virginia,” said Amy Kay, who co-chairs the grants committee with Tessie Wilson. “Their work continues to inspire our dynamic members as we execute our strategic initiatives to empower girls and young women – and, in turn, help enhance thriving communities.”

“With women still underrepresented in most STEM professions, our focus is to give more girls opportunities to grow their confidence in these subjects,” added Tanya La Force, who chairs the Business Women’s Giving Circle.

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New Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair Ann Wheeler was sworn in Jan. 6. The Democrat will be a leading voice on county policies over the next four years.

Among those tasks, she’ll be playing an active role in regional transportation efforts as a member of the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. Since 2002, the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority has been tasked with long-term regional planning. Since 2013, the authority has allocated $1.9 billion for 122 regional projects.

Wheeler said transit options are among the most important issues to residents in the county and the region, particularly as so many of them head outside of the county to offices in other parts of Northern Virginia and in Washington.

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority has allocated $95 million toward Prince William’s Va. Route 28 project to either widen the road or build a bypass between Manassas and Centreville.

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