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Enriching the lives of pets and their loved ones
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Generosity and Compassion Vatterott College’s Unique Vet Tech Program
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Holiday Holiday Gift Gift Guide Guide
The Clown Fish Flu Virus Affecting Pets March / April 2009 Keeping Pets Out of Shelters Holiday Blues, Meditation and Pets On the Cover: Tigerlilly the Cat & Bo the Dog - Adoptable Pets November/December 2009
Captivating Photography ~ Educational Articles ~ Pet Coupons ~ Local News
Pet Enthusiast magazine will make you smile!
Captivating Photography ~ Educational Articles ~ Pet Coupons ~ Local News
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Pet Enthusiast magazine will make you smile!
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9 Cover Photo: Quinn Kay, age 5, holds Tigerlilly who is up for adoption from the Council Bluffs Humane Society. Also pictured is Bo the dog who is also available for adoption from CBHS. Cover photo by Mona K. Photography www.monakphotography.com Editor-In-Chief: Dawn M. Pieke Publisher: Pet Enthusiast Publications, Inc. Senior Editor: Nancy Casper Design Contributors: Dawn Pieke Melody Falcone Webmaster and Graphic Design: Cari Spencer Denise Maryanski Contributors: Jeff Casper Linda Witfoth Dr. Monte Pauli Tess N. Sykes Corey O’Shaughnessy Melinda Brink Letters to the Editor: Editor@PE-magazine.com or PO BOX 540395, Omaha, NE 68154 Office: 402.312.9395 Advertisement Inquiries to: Office: 402.312.9395 Or email Advertise@PE-magazine.com Subscription Inquiries to: Subscribe@PE-magazine.com To order a subscription for yourself or for a gift, visit: www.PE-magazine.com Permissions: To obtain permission to reproduce an article appearing in Pet Enthusiast magazine, please email: editor@PE-magazine.com The opinions of the contributors or advertisers featured in Pet Enthusiast magazine do not necessarily express those held by Pet Enthusiast Publications, Inc. Pet Enthusiast Publications, Inc. cannot return unsolicited materials. Written permission from Pet Enthusiast Publications, Inc. is required to reproduce any part of this magazine. Pet Enthusiast magazine makes every attempt to provide accurate information in advertising and editorial content; however, Pet Enthusiast magazine does not make any claim as to the accuracy of information provided by advertisers or editorial contributors and accepts no responsibility or liability for inaccurate information. © Copyright 2009, Pet Enthusiast Publications, Inc. All rights reserved.
Our “kids”, Izzy and Bear, looking Our “kids”, Izzy and Bear. They are looking forward to more snow! forward to the next snowfall.
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Cover Story highlights an amazing organization that not only exemplifies high standards in their services but also gives generously to our community in a multitude of ways. Learning about Vatterott College’s Vet Tech program was an enlightening experience, to say the least. When I first met Dr. Joni Brunssen, the College’s Vet Tech Director, she inspired me. She not only helps those reach their career goals, but she also opens her heart to the animals that reach their doors through some of the area’s animal shelters, particularly the Council Bluffs Animal Shelter. With her inspiration, we will be increasing the exposure of adoptable pets in our community. In the January/February 2010 issue of Pet Enthusiast magazine, a new feature will be added entitled “RESCUE ME”. In this feature, we will highlight adoptable pets and their stories, from area animal shelters and rescues. Although by the time we go to print, some may already be adopted (we hope!). We will give you the shelter or rescue’s contact information so you can look into the other “adoptables” that are available. As always, thank you for making Pet Enthusiast magazine your very own pet resource for Nebraska and Iowa. We look forward to growing and reaching more pet lovers across each state. Cheers to a wonderful holiday season for you and your family. All the best, Editor-In-Chief
“A dog wags its tail with its heart.”- Martin Buxbaum
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Vatterott College’s Unique Vet Tech Program Pictured: Quinn with Bo and Lexi, a loveable dog and beautiful cat, both available for adoption through the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter.
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husband Brian and I are both animal lovers. We have a big family with lots of two-legged and four-legged kids. We have a Brady Bunch family with five daughters and one son. We also have seven horses and two dogs and live on an acreage southeast of Council Bluffs.
Shireen and Bo
We believe in keeping animals for We have seven horses and they are a real family themselves; all their whole lives. Many people but one are related to at least one buy and sell horses to ‘trade up’ of the other horses somehow, but we don’t do that. We also father, brother, sister, aunt, believe in adopting animals in etc. They each have their own need of a home. One of our personality, and they have a horses was orphaned at two pecking order within their herd. months old; his name is Scout. Six of them are together --Bo (the We adopted him from the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary when alpha male), Rocky (number two in line), Luke (huge horse, soft he was four months old. One of heart), Bunny (huge our dogs, mare, very kind), Scooby, Lady (smartest horse was Brian and Luke we have) and Scooter adopted (small gelding, wants from the to be in charge but he Nebraska can’t). We have the Humane baby, Scout, in with a Society horse that is boarded at when he our house. was eleven months My husband has a real gift old. with animals; he trains them Our animals are a source of joy very well and he has helped me for us. They are a lot of work and understand them better. We love can, at times, be overwhelming them so much and can’t imagine to take care of, but we wouldn’t a life without them. have it any other way. At the end of a long day at the office, I look forward to spending time with my family and playing with the dogs or grooming and riding the horses. Each of the dogs has a different personality. One is very old--his name is Cowboy. He is our daughter’s dog, but he lives with us. He is around thirteen years old and has a hard time getting around. He is always happy and is a very sweet soul. Scooby is our other dog--I adopted him at the NHS five and a half years ago. He is a wonderful pet, very loving and very active. He loves to be with us wherever we are, in the house, outside, on vacation, anywhere-he is our buddy.
In addition to being the Board Chair at the Child Saving Institute, Scooby and I try to support NHS’s Annual Walk for the Animals each year. I think we have only missed one year since I adopted him. Finally, I send donations to the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary multiple times during the year. I became familiar with Pet Enthusiast magazine by seeing it at my salon, Scissori’s, and subscribed soon after. PE
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Garfield, an orange tabby cat from the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter, strolls down a row of desks and book bags. He stops at each one to nuzzle the student as if to say, “Thanks for your kindness!” This is a common scene at Vatterott College in Omaha. According to Joni Brunssen, DVM and Director of the Veterinary Technician Program at Vatterott, “Cats and dogs are frequently lounging in the classrooms during lectures. This offers the animals some much needed exercise and attention. The humans in the classroom benefit from the animals through stress relief and some comic relief! The cats can be very entertaining.”
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Cover Photos By: Mona K. Photography Pictured above, Quinn Kay, age 5, who loved helping us take photos of a few animals that are being cared for by students and faculty at Vatterott College from the Council Bluffs Humane Society. Bo, the dog, was a real trooper helping us get our cover photo. He was warm and gentle and loved his tummy rubbed! Lexi, the cat, has the most beautiful golden eyes and loved being held by Quinn. If you are interested in learning more about Bo, Lexi or Tigerlilly pictured on the front cover, please call the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter at 712.328.4656.
all types of animal species: dogs, Veterinary cats, lab animals, ferrets, chinchillas, Technician wing of lizards, snakes, amphibians, Vatterott College is birds and livestock. That’s right, a warm, welcoming place. Several livestock! The students learn large aviaries, a few bunny how to work with the hutches, and some ferret livestock at Cooper enclosures line the The Farms (Omaha halls on the way Program helps Home for Boys). to the dog and animals from area cat rooms. The facility is pristine rescue groups as well Speaking with the faculty at and state of the as the Council Bluffs’ Vatterott, you soon art. The faculty Animal Shelter. realize just how is professional much they give back and compassionate, to the community by consisting of one teaching volunteerism on veterinarian and six a regular basis. During the shelter veterinary management course, students visit technicians. the Nebraska Humane Society and Classes run the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter. year round They are able to see how both large in ten-week and small facilities operate. They phases. also spend a day at Hearts United Students are for Animals in Auburn, Nebraska, exposed to
Above is one of the reptiles that lives in the Vet Tech wing at Vatterott College. Pictured to the right is Aja Perry, Vet Tech student at Vatterott College. She started in November 2008 “and I love everything about this school,” says Perry. “The program is hands-on compared to other schools. The teachers are awesome and they are always here when you need them.”
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helping to prepare puppy mill survivors for adoption. Every year, the students hold dog wash fund raisers and food pantry drives, in addition, adopting a family who are in need. They collect items for the shelter animals and are working on providing a pet vaccination clinic for our communities’ homeless animals. Students are able to take on special projects such as helping animals with behavioral issues and developing an enrichment program for cats in shelter environments. Some of the rescue animals are terrified and need a lot of love and patience, which the students are able to give. Some dogs will go from cowering in a corner to showering any person they encounter with kisses; it just takes time! The program helps animals from several area rescue groups as well as the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter. Vatterott provides
medical care and behavioral rehabilitation on a case-by-case basis and as their resources allow. According to Dr. Brunssen, whatever a rescue group needs for an animal, medically speaking, the students and faculty try to provide. In 2008, Vatterott took on 28 dogs and 56 cats from the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter. All of the animals were housed at the College and cared for by the students. While there, spays and neuters, dentals and heartworm tests were performed. Other procedures such as tumor removals and orthopedic surgeries are done on a caseby-case basis. Some animals are brought in just for an x-ray or care for a specific wound. They are then returned to the shelter or rescue group. Chronic conditions such as skin disease, diabetes and kidney problems are treated until they become manageable. Sometimes it takes longer to get a disease under control. Medication is sent .....Continue on Page 10
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owners. The staff encourages adopters to along with the animals that leave the send in pictures and updates on the animals program. The College has a designated area that they have graciously taken into their for the housing and treatment of animals with feline upper respiratory disease which is lives. very common in shelter cats. Breathing The staff at the Council Bluffs’ treatments (using a nebulizer Animal Shelter and the faculty at machine) must be given to At any Vatterott cannot compliment the cats daily when they are given time, each other enough. There is fighting upper respiratory a great respect between the conditions. Vatterott the College can two entities and much good provided the Council Bluffs’ house 45-50 of comes from it. They have Animal Shelter with a the Shelter’s worked together for the past portable nebulizer which has animals. seven years. helped save and improve many lives. At any given time the College can After treatment, the animal is adopted out or house 45-50 of the Shelter’s animals, to relieve the Shelter from overcrowding. The returned to the shelter/rescue group for College is also able to house and care for placement. Often times, animals that have some of the pregnant animals that come into gone through the program are adopted by the Shelter. The mothers whelp their pups students and staff. Pictures of the animals adorn the walls everywhere you go, however at Vatterott providing a great experience for the students and a safer environment for there is one bulletin board at Vatterott that the pups. After the youngsters are weaned, attracts everyone’s attention. It holds many the mother is spayed and returned to the happy pictures of pets and their adoptive
shelter for adoption. Animal Control Officers from Council Bluffs occasionally guest speak during classes, and Dr. Brunssen has assisted in some cruelty cases that the Shelter is exposed to. Recently, the Vatterott faculty and students hosted the Oxbow Junior Veterinary Camp. The experience was very rewarding for everyone involved. The camp ran for four days and provided 4th through 6th graders with veterinary medicine experiences they will surely cherish. The kids were able to wear scrubs, learn about a different species each day and perform mock surgery! Vatterott students acted as the guest speakers for the camp which made it educational for them as well. It is definitely apparent that teaching compassion and generosity is a large part of the Veterinary Technician curriculum at Vatterott College. Our community is lucky to have such a wonderful program. PE
November.December NOVEMBER National Pet Cancer Awareness Month Senior Pet Month November 5-11 - National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week November 20-22 - Cat Days DECEMBER December 1 -19 - Operation Santa Paws December 2 - National Mutt Day December 12 - Day of the Horse
LOCAL EVENTS - RECURRING
Saturdays YAPPYTIME - Play Time for Dogs 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM All Dog Group Ralston Vet Clinic - 6880 S 78th St - Omaha 2nd Sunday of each month BASIC EXOTIC BIRD WORKSHOP Hosted By: Beak n Wings. 2:00 PM – Omaha Boy Scouts Headquarters – 120th & Maple http://beaknwings.org
NOVEMBER Wednesday, November 4 - 5:00PM - 7:30PM GRRIN Kibble and Bids Fundraiser Wine Tasting and Silent Auction The Winery 741 N 98th Street, Omaha Email to reserve your tickets or $25 at the door. More information at www.grrin.org
Additional events listed at
Saturday, November 14 - 11:00AM - 2:00PM PetSmart Adopt-a-thon Basset and Beagle Rescue of the Heartland. Meet adoptable beagles and bassets. Petsmart, 170th and W Maple, www.bassetandbeagle.org or email bbrh@bassetandbeagle.org Saturday, November 14 - 11:00AM - 3:00PM Nebraska Dachshund Rescue Meet and Greet Events with Petco and PetSmart Come by and see if you can find your new best friend! Petco – 48th & “O” St., Lincoln, NE and at PetSmart – 2801 Pine Lake Rd., Lincoln. www.nebraskadachshundrescue.org Saturday, November 14 - 1:00PM - 4:00PM Little White Dog Rescue at Petsmart Meet some adoptable pups. 17035 Evans Plz - Omaha. www.littlewhitedogrescue.org Sunday, November 15 - NOON - 3:00PM PetSmart Adopt-a-thon Basset and Beagle Rescue of the Heartland. We will have adoptable beagles and bassets for you to meet at Petsmart, 72nd and Sorensen Pkwy. www.bassetandbeagle.org or email bbrh@bassetandbeagle.org Sunday, November 15 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM Little White Dog Rescue at Petsmart Meet some adoptable pups. 7903 Towne Center Pkwy (Shadow Creek Mall) www.littlewhitedogrescue.org
Thursday, November 5 - 6:30PM Lincoln Animal Ambassadors Meeting Special Guest: Jutta Stuart, of the Three Eagles Communications Company. St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 2325 S. 24th Street, Lincoln www.lincolnanimalambassadors.org
Thursday, November 19 - 7:00PM - 8:00PM Omaha Pug Club - PugsGiving Meetup Cost is $5.00 per pug family proceeds go to the Pug Partners of Nebraska. Dogtopia- 13239 Portal Dr., Suite 103. La Vista, NE http://meetup.com/omahapugclub
Saturday, November 7 - 11:30AM - 2:00PM Play Group with Hearts United for Animals Proof of vaccinations/spay/neuter is required. Contact Kendra at Camp Bow Wow - 402-9917297 for more info. Camp Bow Wow - 11819 Stonegate Circle (South of 120th & Maple) in Omaha, NE . www.hua.org or www.campbowwowomaha.com
Saturday, November 21 - 11:00AM - 2:00PM Pug and Boston Terrier Adoption Event Pug Partners of Nebraska and Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue. Meet our adoptable Pugs and Boston Terriers! Free snacks and treats will be provided! Long Dog Fat Cat Natural Pet Food Store. 16909 Burke St. Bay 126 - Omaha, NE
Saturday, November 28, 2009 NOON - 3pm Sunday, November 8 - NOON - 2:00PM FUN with FIDO Boingz and Pet Enthusiast Dogs Across America-BonaFide’s Fall Magazine’s Fun Fundraiser for area animal Fun Run Our annual fun-run/walk/wheels rescue groups and shelters!Bounce! Play! Eat! fundraiser for metro area working dogs-- hit Shop! Games. Food. Vendors. Meet area pups the trails and have fun! Proceeds benefit the up for adoption and more! Bring your pooch Papillion K9 Unit. To pre-register, go to to Boingz - Where the Fun Is! 13833 Industrial www.bonafidedogacademy.com Road - Omaha To reserve your vendor table, call 402.896.3366 or email rickleeds@cox.net. Saturday, November 14 - 10:00AM - 5:00PM www.boingz.net and www.PE-magazine.com Animal Rescue Society’s 2009 Christmas Fundraiser Spend a day holiday shopping. Many vendors. Raffle Prizes. Rod Kush Furniture - 72nd & L - Omaha. For more info, please email CheriHalda@yahoo.com. Saturday, November 14 - 9:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday, November 15 - 9:00AM - 4:00PM Disaster Training Workshop hosted by Hearts United for Animals As trained EARS volunteers we are kept apprised of situations in our area and invited to respond as needed. Typical situations that EARS would respond to include hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, mass scale puppy mill raids and hoarder cases. Red Cross Building - 84th Street exit on I-80 - Omaha http://www.uan.org/index.cfm?navId=35
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November & December are full of events!
Saturday, December 5 - 9:00AM - 1:00PM Poinsettias, Wreaths, Garland and Pictures for Pets! NE Humane Society Open House with Yappy Pack Holiday Bake Sale Ponsettias, gift shop, pet photos. Homemade canine treats and holiday gift baskets. www.nebraskahumanesociety.org for info.
Saturday, December 12 - 11:00AM- 3:00PM Nebraska Dachshund Rescue Meet and Greet Events with Petco and PetSmart Come by and see if you can find your new best friend! Petco – 48th & “O” St., Lincoln, NE and at PetSmart – 2801 Pine Lake Rd., Lincoln www.nebraskadachshundrescue.org
Saturday, December 12 - Time TBD Lincoln Animal Ambassadors Fundraiser for Spay/Neuter Program Wine and food will be provided. Cause for Paws gift certificates, fleece rope chew toys will be available. Go to www.lincolnanimalambassadors.org for more details on location and time.
Wednesday, December 16 -7:00PM-8:00PM Omaha Pug Club - MerryPug Christmas Meetup $5.00 per pug family. Proceeds go to the Pug Partners of Nebraska. Bring an item to donate to the Pug Rescue. Dogtopia- 13239 Portal Dr., Suite 103, La Vista, NE http://meetup.com/omahapugclub Saturday, December 19 and Sunday, December 20 - 11:00AM-4:00PM Omaha Pug Club - MerryPug Christmas Meetup PetSmart Santa Paws Christmas Pictures. Basset and Beagle Rescue of the Heartland. Come get your pet’s picture taken with Santa at Petsmart. Saturday at PetSmart, Oakview Mall - 144th & Center - Omaha. Sunday at Petsmart, 72nd and Jones St. Omaha. www.bassetandbeagle.org or email bbrh@bassetandbeagle.org
HOLIDAY PET PHOTOS November & December
Go to www.PE-magazine.com or Pet Enthusiast magazine’s Facebook page for a full list of events that offer holiday photos with your pet(s)! Many animal rescues are hosting holiday photo events to raise money for their cause. SAY CHEESE & GIVE!
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lthough your dog may not dread the family dynamics of Thanksgiving dinner or pout if you get him the wrong flavor chew toy, the approaching holiday season may cause stress for your dog. A different schedule than usual, travel or separation from you, too little attention, or even too much from Aunt Helen can all give your dog the holiday blues.
before times you know will be extra stressful for your dog, such as before a plane trip or prior to all the relatives piling into your house. Meditating together lets your dog know that you love him and that he is foremost in your mind. This will help your dog stay calm in difficult situations.
There is a simple way to ease your dog’s anxiety during the holidays: meditate together.
“When meditating with your dog, how do you get him/her ready for meditation?”
Meditation is great for dogs. It relieves their stress and promotes better health and well-being. Meditation is great for you also, especially during the holidays. Meditation helps you slow down and stay in the present moment, while at the same time lowering both blood pressure and heart rate.
The most important thing to prepare your dog for meditating with you is to prepare yourself mentally. That means assert yourself as “alpha” and assume that the dog will join you. It is a lot like the mindset that Dog Whisperer, Cesar Milan, uses. Also, having meditation music (like the one that comes with my book, How to Meditate With Your Dog) is very helpful for setting the tone which provides an audio cue for your dog that it is “meditation time.”
Meditating together helps you and your dog deepen the connection that you already share. It soothes your dog and helps your pack life run smoother. You can also meditate
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Following are some common questions from pet owners that James Jacobson address.
“Can a dog of any age be able to incorporate meditation with their human companions?“ Yes--dog meditation works with any age and any breed of dog. I have meditated with the youngest puppies to the oldest dogs--and from a tiny Chihuahua to a Great Dane. The younger you start meditating with your dog, the better, because it sets the pace for a great life-long activity you can do together. “How do I learn how to start meditating with my dog?” In my book, How to Meditate with Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers, my dog Maui and I show you how to transform the love you have for your dog into the heart of a meditation practice. This simple method is nondogmatic, a lot of fun, and a great way to turn the holiday blues into tail-wagging holiday bliss. PE How to Meditate with Your Dog: An Introduction to Meditation for Dog Lovers presents a nondogmatic approach to meditation. To fetch a free chapter from the book and the introduction from the audio book, go to www.DogMeditation.com. James Jacobson is not a dog whisperer or an animal behaviorist. He’s not an over-barking, highfalutin’, woo-woo kind of guy. He’s a real person, who has meditated most of his life, the past 12 years with his dog, Maui. For more than a decade, he has taught classes in Washington, DC, Denver and Hawaii that introduce “newbies” to the joy of meditation by leveraging the love they already feel for their pets. Visit www.dogmeditation.com.
Author James Jacobson meditating with his dog, Maui.
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Every Pup Deserves to be Pampered
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Sweet Stocking Stuffers
Peanut butter personalized stocking cookie. Be sure to come early for these. We sell out every year! Great gift for friends and coworkers. Price: $4.25 Three Dog Bakery Village Pointe - 168th & Dodge - Omaha www.threedogomaha.com
Your pet will love the soothing skin treatments of the SPA Lavish Your Pet Collection Spa Experience!
Includes Fresh Bath, Fresh Facial Scrub, Nail Trim, Paw Treatment, Refreshing Aromatherapy Treatment and Nourishing Vitamin Conditioner.
Price: $20.00 now $7 off...$13.00 Gift Certificates Available Kenl Inn - 10241 Old Cheney Rd., Lincoln www.kenl-inn.com
Handmade Collars Ho! Ho! Ho! The new holiday designs are here from MazzyCo! Handmade collars and leads. Price Range: $12 - $25. www.mazzyco.com
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2010 Hooves & Paws Rescue Calendar
2010 Hooves & Paws Calendar Order by Dec 10 to be delivered in time for Christmas. Proceeds go to Hooves & Paws Rescue in Glenwood, IA. Price Range: $15 http://hoovespaws.org
Limited Edition
SimplyFido Penguin Holiday Limited Edition Organic Pet Toy Size: 8 inches Price: $14.95 Three Dog Bakery Village Pointe - 168th & Dodge - Omaha www.threedogomaha.com
Custom Caricature Pet Portraits Dancing Dog Custom Caricature Pet Portraits. A unique, fun way to memorialize your pet. Painted with acrylics on 16”x 20” stretched canvas. Now accepting limited reservations for holiday gift giving. $200.00 (add’l pet on same portrait $50.00) www.thedancingdogco.net
Feed the Birds
Great Stocking Stuffers Fun stocking stuffers for your cats and dogs! Gamme Strass Dog collars by Wouapy Dept. The ultimate in bling! Price: $59.50 - $117.50 Feed your pet the nutrition that nature intended with ZiwiPeak “Good-Dog” and “Good Cat” AirDried Treats. Price: $5.95 - $23.75
Droll Yankees, Aspects, Woodlink, Perky Pet and recycled bird feeders. Price Range: $5.99 - $100.00 Northwest Feed and Grain 8625 Military Road - Omaha www.nwfandwfsfeed.com
Bare Feet Socks
Bare Feet people socks available in most dog breeds. Made in the USA. Price: $9.99 Just Dogs Gourmet Westroads Mall - Omaha Phone: 402.393.2632 www.JustDogsOmaha.com
PurrfectPlay Dog and Cat Organic Wool Balls made of organic, dye-free wool. Price: $6.45 - $14.25 Long Dog Fat Cat, 168th & Dodge Village Pointe - Omaha
Hot Cats® Catnip Toys
Breyer Horses
From Traditional to Special Runs. Many models available. Price Range: $29.99 on up The Paddock 645 N 114th St - Omaha www.tackplus.com
Buying Advice
If you’ve never tried Hot Cats gourmet catnip toys, now’s your chance. Stuffed with fresh, organic catnip leaf and flower. Price Range: $5.99 - $19.99 Feline Boutique and Country Club - 16909 Lakeside Hills Plaza - Omaha www.felinecountryclub.org
* Check out Black Friday Deals. * Online Products may be found locally. * Animal Rescues & Shelters have great fundraiser gifts that benefit their cause. Pg. 28-29 for contact info. * Patronize PE Mag’s Advertisers! They have wonderful gift ideas and gift certifcates available. It is with their help that the publication is available for our community.
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and colorful Argentinean horned frogs from Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil are one of the easier choices you can make for an amphibian pet. They are also known as the Pacman frog or the Argentinean wide-mouthed frog due to their mouths measuring almost half the length of their body! When selecting, make sure his cage and water are clean, his skin is abrasion free and that he is alert. Never buy one being held in a small cup or container. Not known for being very active, your new frog will be happy with a ten-gallon aquarium. Use an easy to clean substrate such as artificial turf or newspaper. Rocks and bark won’t do as your Argentinean horned frog might accidentally swallow some. They need a heat source such as a heat pad or bulb. Check with your pet provider.
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Occasionally spray the tank with a water bottle for moisture. Provide a dish (filled daily with fresh water) for sitting. Make sure his mouth is above water and he can easily get in and out. They aren’t swimmers, so don’t make it too deep! Artificial plants overhanging the water dish can give your frog a sense of security. Also give him a bed of moss covered by an artificial reptile cave or turned over plastic tub. Cut an opening wide enough to get through without scraping. He will dig right in and feel at home. Pacman frogs are aggressive eaters. They will hide in wait for their prey to come near and then gobble down anything that fits in their mouths. In the wild their diets consist of mostly small reptiles, rodents, insects and spiders. In captivity you can feed worms, pinky mice, and crickets. While feeding, watch that mouth! They have ridges on their upper and lower lips. The bigger they are, the more he can hurt if they accidentally bite you in the feeding frenzy! In captivity your frog can live up to ten years. That’s a LOT of crickets! Males reach up to 3.5” in length and females up to 5.5”. Keep your frog healthy by minimizing stress and feeding him well. Keep handling to a minimum. Pacmans are sensitive. Oils on your skin can cause damage. Make sure his food is well fed and vitamin rich. With more research, you should easily be able to enjoy many years with your unusual (and admittedly funny looking) new pet. PE Linda Witfoth has been a reptile lover for over 35 years. She has experience caring for iguanas, geckos, skinks, frogs, newts and turtles, and is an avid self educator on how to best care for veiled chameleons.
Keeping Pets Out of Shelters
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important part of pet ownership is keeping your furry pal out of doggy and kitty jail. Good containment and proper identification are necessary. Dogs can be escape artists when left outdoors alone. Your fence should be tall enough to keep your dog from jumping it and made of a sturdy material that prevents climbing. Check the bottom of the fence line frequently for dig spots. Dogs that are prone to digging may need an additional barrier dug at least a foot deep in the soil along the fence line. If you would like a safe way to fence in your cat, several companies sell extensions that are placed on top of your fence and curve inward to prevent escape. Outdoor dog kennels should be covered/roofed with fencing or a sturdy barrier and provide shade. A concrete or hard surface flooring is a must to prevent your pet from digging out. Secure all gate latches so that your dog can’t open them and
a stranger cannot access your pet from outside. If your furry pal does end up getting loose, good identification could save their lives! Collars should always be worn and identification tags should be attached along with rabies and license tags. If your pet is prone to losing tags, write your phone number directly onto the collar with paint or permanent marker. Check the collar frequently to make sure the letters are still visible. Microchipping is an excellent form of identification. All shelters scan each stray animal that comes into their facilities for a microchip. The procedure is quick and fairly painless. The microchip is the size of a grain of rice and is injected under the skin between the
animal’s shoulder blades (like a vaccination). Veterinary clinics and animal shelters/humane societies offer this procedure. If you choose to microchip, please remember to register the chip and keep your information updated if you move. You would be surprised how many owners can’t be found because they forgot to register the microchip! In the next issue we will discuss what to do if your pet does become lost. PE Melinda is a NACA Certified Animal Control Officer and is certified in shelter volunteer managment, FEMA Animals in Disaster, Emergency Shelteringand Pet First Aid. Melinda has trained horses and is also a certified horse judge in Iowa for 4-H and open shows. Melinda has two dogs, two cats, two chickens and one horse (and one husband of seven years.)
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Influenza and Your Pet by Tess N. Sykes with Dr. Monte Pauli
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nfluenza describes a whole field of viruses that attack the respiratory system in many different organisms worldwide. Much attention has been paid to human strains. Other influenza strains attack swine. Still others affects birds, or horses. At least one is known to travel between dogs. Transmission is different among the strains. Knowing how, when or if, an influenza strain will affect a particular individual or species is a worthy, but shifting target. Dogs
The canine influenza virus (H3N8) is a relative newcomer to the flu field being first identified among racing greyhounds in January 2004 in Florida. Because of its “newness” as a pathogen, virtually all dogs, regardless of breed or age, can be susceptible; but the majority of those affected exhibit mild symptoms according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Unlike other strains of the flu virus, canine influenza strikes year-round instead of seasonally. The associated acute respiratory symptoms also mimic those of kennel cough making CIV difficult to diagnose. In mild form the most common clinical sign of CIV “is a cough that persists for 10 to 21 days despite treatment with antibiotics and cough suppressants,” according to the AVMA. An influenza vaccine for CIV is available. It was developed by Intervet/Schering Plough Animal Health Corporation and
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received USDA licensure in May. The vaccine is intended to help dogs overcome the virus faster and reduce the chances of spreading the illness to other dogs – much like the human flu vaccine. It is not recommended for every dog. It may be beneficial for dogs that participate in group activities with other dogs, or dogs that are housed in communal facilities. The AVMA recommends that concerned pet owners discuss options with their veterinarian.
Cats Research published in 2004 showed that domestic cats can be infected by a form of the H5N1 avian influenza, according to a release from the World Health Organization. In 2006, German authorities announced that a case of H5N1 caused the death of a cat in an area where more than 100 wild birds had died, several of which tested positive for the same strain of the virus. According to the WHO, “All available evidence indicates that cat infections occur in association with H5N1 outbreaks in domestic or wild birds.” No outbreaks among cats, or cat-to-cat transmissions, have been reported. As of November, 2009, Officials from Iowa and the United States Department of Agriculture have confirmed a pet cat in the United States has tested positive for the H1N1 virus. This is the first time a feline has contracted the H1N1 virus in the United States, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AMVA).
Ferrets Birds and Pigs In November of this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said that pigs in a commercial herd in Indiana have tested positive for swine flu, making it the first time the virus has been found in such hogs. Some evidence exists showing that humans can transmit the virus to swine or ferrets. Channel 5 KHAS-TV in Central Nebraska recently reported the death of a pet ferret in late October that tested positive for the H1N1 influenza virus. The death was the second reported death in the United States of a ferret from the 2009 H1N1 strain. The Nebraska public health veterinarian said the death of the ferret was rare but possible because of similarities in the respiratory systems of humans and ferrets. Birds and pigs may be susceptible to contracting the virus from humans as well. However, as of October 30, the AVMA has received no reports of the virus in pot-bellied pigs. Reports of the 2009 H1N1 infection in other types of swine have circulated in several countries, including the U.S. and Canada. The virus has also been reported in turkeys in Chile and Canada. Investigations into these reports are ongoing, but at this time, information seems to point to the infections spreading from humans to animals, not the other way around.
Staying Healthy for You and Your Pet According to the AVMA, “The best advice is to always follow common sense guidelines when dealing with animals (e.g. Washing your hands). In addition, it’s more important than ever that pet owners keep a good eye on their pet’s health and consult a veterinarian if their pet is showing any signs of illness.” To protect their animal, pet owners that have the flu should follow these recommended precautions: •Avoid close contact with your pet until you are no longer infectious. That includes preventing animals who sleep in your bed from doing so. •Washing your hands before and after touching your pet. •Do not sneeze on or nearby your pet. •Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing. •Do not kiss or hug your pet. •Wear gloves when changing your cat’s litter. •Know who’s handling your pet besides you, and try to reduce their contact with others who appear sick. •Keep cats indoors to decrease their chance of coming into contact with other sick humans or animals. More information on the 2009 H1N1 virus and its impacts on animals, including links to guidelines for showing swine at exhibitions, canine influenza and avian influenza is available at www.avma.org. PE Dr. Monte Pauli earned a B.S. in Animal Nutrition at Colorado State University and went on to graduate from Iowa State University with a D.V.M. degree in 1971. He has worked in clinics in Wisconsin, as well as Lexington, NE. Dr. Pauli and his wife Connie reside in Wahoo, NE, where he has owned a veterinarian clinic for the past 28 years.
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Now Hear This!
My Pet District opens in Omaha, Nebraska There is a new online company in town for pets and pet owners. My Pet District offers over 15 brands of natural pet food, treats, and supplies. Our focus is on all natural, organic, and holistic pet food. We specialize in time saving products and services, such as: Home Delivery of Pet Food and Treats, Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, and Pet Photography. My Pet District thoroughly researches each and every manufacture and brand of pet food and treats we provide for our clients. The selection of our products is focused on your pet’s nutrition and health. In addition, we provide other unique services. My Pet District offers unique pet photography as we like to include nature in the pictures of your pets. We have a wonderful staff that provides superior pet care including pet sitting and dog walking. Locally owned and operated by entrepreneur, Becky Deitenbeck, states, “I grew up around animals and have always loved dogs and horses. After completing a degree in animal science, and researching pet nutrition, I noticed a great need for helping people understand the value of good nutrition. I am passionate about staying abreast of the latest products and product changes.” My Pet District has some exciting features and products that will be available before the holidays. They will be announced on our website
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in the next few weeks. Sign up for our newsletter at our online store, and you will be notified as soon as they are announced. My Pet District offers professional pet services including home delivery of the finest holistic pet food and treats, pet sitting, dog walking, overnight care, and pet photography. Please join us in helping pet’s live a very wonderful and healthy life. For more information about My Pet District, go to www.mypetdistrict.com or call 402-522-6364.
Oxy-Link Products Now Available in Omaha The respiratory system plays a vital role in a dog’s health. Without the proper amount of oxygen in the blood stream, dog’s muscles, tissues and organs cannot function at full capacity. As a result, your dog’s health could be compromised. Unfortunately, there has never been a product developed to aid the respiratory system until now. Oxy-Link is proud to announce the development of a new line of supplement products with four formulations to target specific age dogs and specific problems, all designed with Octacosonal as the base ingredient. Octacosonal was developed by the University of Illinois in the 1950s to enhance the performance of athletes. It is an all natural, drug free product derived from wheat germ and is believed to enhance cell division in the respiratory system, which in turn, enhances all systems by concentrating on improved breathing. In addition it is fortified with vitamins and balanced anti-oxidants that protect the body from the damaging effects of free radicals. Best of all the Oxy-Link Company has
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gone above and beyond to develop a delivery system your dog will absolutely love. The new supplement is made with 100% beef, pork and liver and comes in a convenient 30-day supply with daily dosing made easy. The soft meat texture also allows the supplement to double as a pill-pocket; hiding your dog’s medication in a product your dog will beg you to have. Made with all natural ingredients in a USDA inspected meat plant makes this a high quality supplement that was designed for people who want only the best for their family’s companion. Oxy-Link is available in the Omaha area at Three Dog Bakery located at Village Pointe. They carry all the supplements including Puppy Formula designed to maximize the genetic potential all puppies are born with and the Adult Formula to increase vitality and longevity. The Performance Formula used for hunting, agility and field trial dogs and Joint Formula with increased levels of Glucosamine HCL and Glucosamine Sulfate are also available. More information and testimonials are located at www.oxy-link.com.
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Michelle’s Pet Spa & Dog Day Care Expands Services Serving customers since 1980, Michelle’s Pet Spa and Dog Day Care is now offering day care services in addition to grooming. They offer a full service salon with professional pet grooming, nail trimming, teeth brushing and deshedding treatments. They service all breeds of dogs and cats in the Omaha metro area. They do not tranqualize and are recommended by Veterinarians. Grooming hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday-Saturday. They also offer a self service Brush and Bath for your convenience. Day care is staffed with experienced people with day care hours Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Coming soon: Michelle’s will offer Dog Bakery Treats and retail items.
Veterinary Surgical Specialists of Nebraska Announces New Surgical Procedure for ACL Ruptures in Dogs Dr. David F. Merkley DVM MS DACVS of VSSON announces the inclusion of a new surgical procedure, Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA), in the treatment of Anterior Crutiate Ligament (ACL) rupture in our canine patients for the Omaha and surrounding areas. Anterior (sometimes referred to as cranial) crutiate ligament disease has become the most significant orthopedic problem affecting dogs. Its importance to the pet owner far exceeds hip dysplasia as a debilitating condition. It is now recognized that this disease, much like hip dysplasia, begins long before clinical signs are evident. Many owners and their veterinarians do not seek a surgical solution until the complete ACL tear occurs. Since joint instability has been present from the very beginning, osteoarthritis is often well advanced by this time. Early recognition of joint instability is advised and early surgical
intervention is recommended. Surgery is the only solution for the stifle joint instability (tibial thrust) that occurs with advanced ACL degeneration. Many procedures have been developed to correct this condition. Several of these have been utilized for many years and have proven very effective. Most veterinary orthopedic surgeons have used the extracapsular procedure in the smaller weight dogs (less than 22 KG) and the TPLO has been used for dogs weighing more than 22 KG. The TTA procedure is appropriate for all weights of dogs. Our observations seem to support that recovery from the surgery is fast and the complication incidence is very low. This procedure may or may not be known to your veterinarian. You can find
more information at the following web site (www.vetsurgerycentral. com/ortho-TTA.htm ). David F. Merkley DVM MS is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, and his practice is limited to surgery only. He is one of only two Board Certified Surgeons in Nebraska. His practice is mobile and he offers his service to the veterinarians of the Omaha and surrounding area. He is a former educator and taught veterinary surgery at Iowa State University for 30 years before starting VSSON. With questions, VSSON can be reached at 402.206.1877 or dfmerk@VeterinarySurgicalSpecialists. com. For additional information on Board Certified Surgeons and their expertise and specialized training, visit the American College of Veterinary Surgeons at their web site: www.acvs.org.
HETRA Horse, Tuff, wins the NARHA Region 7 Horse of the Year Award HETRA recently learned Tuff, one of the HETRA horses, has been awarded the NARHA Region 7 Horse of the Year Award and is in the running to win the NARHA National Horse of the Year Award that will be announced November 21, 2009. “We feel so lucky to have such an amazing horse as part of our equine team,” States Jodi Teal, HETRA Development Director. Tuff is a 21-year old Quarter Horse Gelding and is a loving companion, co-worker, friend, therapist – HORSE. “Tuff came to us four years ago after his owner passed away from cancer and is truly an exceptional part of the therapeutic riding sessions at the HETRA barns,” Says Jodi. “He is very understanding of his rider’s
and human (leaders and instructor) requests. Tuff is very adaptable and has shown his calm temperament in changing surroundings at both HETRA barns. In a time of uncertainty, it seems he knows to turn to his leader or the instructor for direction and reassurance. Tuff is a great teacher and is always one of the favorites with the HETRA students and volunteers.” For more information on Tuff or the HETRA program, please call 402.359.8830 or visit www.hetra.org.
Woody’s Pet Watch Celebrating 3rd Anniversary Professional pet sitting and dog walking service, Woody’s Pet Watch, LLC, is celebrating its 3rd anniversary of providing pet sitting and dog walking services to the Omaha area as well as surrounding cities including: Bellevue, Bennington, Benson, Boys Town, Cedar Creek, Elkhorn, Fremont, Gretna, La Vista, Louisville, Millard, Murray/Beaver Lake Area, Offutt, Omaha, Papillion, Ralston, Springfield, Valley, and Waterloo . Woody’s Pet Watch provides a variety of services for dogs, cats, birds, and other small animals, including dog walks, cat visits, in-home sitting, overnight sitting, private boarding, home care and pet taxi. The demand for professional pet sitting and dog walking services is at an all-time high. Pet ownership is rising and pet owners are working longer hours and traveling more for business and personal reasons. Many pet owners are moving away from kenneling their pets because of inconvenience and health concerns, making alternatives like Woody’s Pet Watch, LLC more attractive.
“We know how it is to rush home or be worried when we go away, and we want to make things easier on pet owners and fun for pets,” said Woody’s Owner, Cari Conine “We have a team of over 25 pet loving individuals who provide unparalleled availability, reliability, professionalism and loving care for pets, all at completely competitive rates.” Woody’s Pet Watch features an online system that dispatches client requests, tracks assignments and delivers real-time order confirmations by e-mail to its clients. As part of its 3rd anniversary celebration, through December 31, Woody’s Pet Watch, LLC is offering a 10 percent discount off each new client’s first service. More information, a complete list of service areas and contact information are available at Woody’s Pet Watch website at: www.woodyspetwatch.com or by calling 402-517-PAW1 (7291).
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In Harmony Backing Up with Confidence
elcome to Hoof Beat! Ground training exercises are beneficial to all disciplines. When we understand the horse’s natural herd behavior and work with it, we can achieve harmony. Herd leaders display strength by their attitude, using patience and positive reinforcement. I never ask a horse for a maneuver I have not yet achieved with him on the ground. We can establish trust and lead the dance! Backing Up with Confidence In the PEGASUS empowerment program we discuss giving ourselves permission to go forward by taking a few steps back to see just where we have been. Asking ourselves, “What do I repeat at my own expense?” Working with and training horses is repetition maximized; it is how horses learn. Are we doing unproductive things or overlooking bad behavior in our horse day after day expecting different results? Take some time to re-evaluate your relationship with your horse, the horse’s overall well being, and your training program. Even if you are riding a top performance horse, remember that each and every day with your horse is a learning experience for you both. Horses mirror our emotions. Our bad days are their bad days. Likewise when we display confidence, personal collection, and a positive sense of self, our horses relax. They have placed us in a leadership role and along with it--awesome responsibility. Their survival depends on
Liz and Tiger Cub begin backing as a dance team.
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NOTE: Handling horses on the ground and under saddle poses potentially serious risks of injury to participants. Any application of the techniques, ideas, and suggestions from Denise Maryanski is at the reader’s sole discretion and risk.
the strength of the leader. Are you leading or being lead by your horse? Strong leaders know to take good care of themselves first before taking care of others. Just like the flight attendants tell us…place your oxygen mask on first! Maybe it is time to shake up your training routine. A Western Pleasure champ, The Cowboy, who thought “outside” was something he had to pass through to get from the barn to the arena, has been introduced to trail riding. His safe zone was right on that trail! Yes, it took lots of training, despooking, and building his self confidence before we hit those trails. Seek and you will find the help you need to expand your horsemanship experience. We did.
“Maybe it’s time to shake up your training routine.” Now to this issue’s exercise: Let’s back them up! Start off with a well fitting halter, lead rope and leg protection. Wear a helmet when doing ground work. Stand facing your horse in front of his shoulder, the place of authority, your toes pointed to the rear of the horse. Keep your eyes soft; this means taking in the entire area where you are headed not just focusing on one spot. Horses do not back up naturally in the wild, so at this point they must trust you not to steer them into harm’s way. So, make sure there is nothing in the way of success. Exhale. Lift the lead rope slightly. Apply slight pressure on the nose. Say “back” and take a step. It is very important that you release pressure on the halter and in
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Notice the slight bend in the neck and body needed to complete direction correction
your body movements as soon as the horse lifts the first foot! Horses work off pressure, and trust is built by releasing the pressure as soon as the horse makes the correct movement. If the horse does not move off with you, then it is time to go back to forward movement lessons. A leadership relationship is built on the ability to move the horse forward. (Note - when leading a horse, let the horse take the first step before you do; this will be recognized by the horse as a sign of your authority, the ability to move his feet). Continue backing by staying near the horse’s shoulder. If you step farther away or closer to the barrel, the horse will swing his hips away from you. Don’t rush the horse. He does have two extra legs! Again, watch where you are driving that tail, and reward, reward, reward with a rub…no padding please. They say backing a horse is like backing a trailer. To go left, you will need to bring the horse’s nose right and vice versa. Just tip the nose. Over-stirring will cause the hip to swing out too far. Take it slow, a few steps at a time, exhale, and smile. Practice backing straight between two poles. Start with them far apart and work inward. Or, aim for a place on arena wall, work through a gate, or use a series of cones. Clinton Anderson (www.downunderhorsemanship.com) backs up his horses on the ground and under saddle every day as part of his daily exercises. I have backed my horses from the barn to the arena, to the pasture, and around the yard. A great trust builder! Give yourself permission to go forward in your relationship with your horse. Expand your horse knowledge, challenge yourself and your horse to become the Best You Can Be! PE Denise Maryanski knows what it takes to achieve your goals! An already successful business woman, she added horsemanship clinician to her resume after she blew out 50 candles on her cake! Her equine line is Quiet Control Products featuring Quiet Control Reins and Quiet Control Relax. In Harmony with Your Horse Clinics, private lessons, and the PEGASUS On Board Leadership Program are presented at her arena in Papillion, NE, and stables throughout the area. Denise will host The Masters Series, featuring Stan Steyskal, an AQHA Top 5 All-Time Leading Breeder, who will start Summer ‘09 by presenting Starting Off Right! Denise strives to make her programs and lessons the most unique and inspirational experience you will have with a horse. Visit her website at www. pegasusempoweringwomen.com for more information.
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Paw-Paw-Razzi!
Apollo - Krista & Jaime Athena - Becky D.
Abby - Dawna D.
Cadence & Oliver - MM
Pukalani - Roberta V.
Sunny - Ami N.
Bonnie - Amy M.
Biff - Cari C.
Fanny - Steve Q. & Cameron W.
Hugo - Cari C.
Lance - Pam A.
Maggie - Ami N.
Quarter Horses - Lanny & Kathleen R.
Tank - Kristi K.
Georgie - Sharon R.
Jeena & Julee - Judy K. Jackson - Denise W.
Katie Jane - Dawna D.
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Elanor & Edison - Kreus
Bosch Doner - Marty D.
Grace - Kristi K.
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Jake - Jackie F.
Marley & Belle - Anglea & Matt S.
Raji - Brian & Gail
Teddy Kaua’i - Roberta V.
Rosie - Sophie & Sam T.
Tilly - Cari C.
Neptune - Becky D.
Sassy Sugar Bear Doner - Michelle D.
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Three Dog Bakery’s Growl-O-Ween a Howlin Good Time!
Over 200 dogs attended Three Dog Bakery’s GrowlO-Ween. They handed out over 60 pounds of treats. And most importantly received over $1500 and 500 pounds of food to the Nebraska Humane Society!
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This year’s Pug-O-Ween was record breaking! There were over 450 people and 275 pugs. Last year, we had 200 people in attendance and raised about $1,800 for the pugs. This year, with our outstanding attendance and support, $6,000 was raised for the Pug Partners of Nebraska!
Nebraska Humane Society’s Walk for the Animals
It was a gorgeous day for those that enjoyed the 2009 Walk for the Animals Annual Fundraiser for the Nebraska Humane Society.
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Maurices’ Fundraiser Stunning!
I4 dogs worked it on the “cat walk” at Maurices fundraiser “Rescues & Runways Fashion Show” in September for the Council Bluffs’ Animal Shelter. The Council Bluffs Animal Shelter Dog Walking Club organized the dogs for the event. More than 700 Maurices stores in 44 states hosted a pet-themed fashion show. Each partnered with local animal shelters and they also sold special charms to benefit the ASPCA. Thank you Maurices! Photos by Melinda Brink
Blessing of the Animals in Lincoln
Karen Clarke’s wonderful Ministry at First-Plymouth Congregational Church in Lincoln is a wonderful way to start your week with your pet.
2009 Boston Boo
Great weather, incredible costumes and the best MC ever! A bake sale, micro-chipping station, raffle and Boston Bay store helped raise funds for the Bostons.
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Animal Shelter & Rescue Group Directory ANIMAL Shelters Capital Humane Society 2320 Park Blvd Lincoln, NE 68502 Tel. 402.441.4488 www.capitalhumanesociety.org The Cat House 1935 Q Street Lincoln, NE 68503 Tel. 402.441.9593 info@thecathouse.org www.thecathouse.org Council Bluffs Animal Shelter (S.O.L.A.S.) 2821 S. 15th Street Council Bluffs, IA 51501 Tel. 712.328.4656 http://solas.networku.net Hearts United for Animals Auburn, NE Tel. 402.274.3679 hua@hua.org www.hua.org Loess Hills Humane Society Mills County, IA PO Box 571 Glenwood, IA 51534 www.arfsofiowa.org Midlands Humane Society Tel. 402.541.5125 or 712.310.8554 info@midlandshumanesociety.org www.midlandshumanesociety.org Plattsmouth Animal Shelter 336 Main St., Plattsmouth, NE 68048 sbaker@plattsmouth.org
Nebraska Humane Society 8929 Fort Street Omaha, NE 68134 Tel. 402.444.7800 nhs@nehumanesociety.org nehumanesociety.org
Pottawattamie County Animal Shelter 18670 Applewood Rd Council Bluffs, IA 51503 Tel. 712.366.1143 shelterpets@pottcounty.com pottcountypets.petfinder.com Town and Country Humane Society 14110 S. 84th Street Papillion, NE 68046 Tel. 402.339.5355 townandcountryhumanesociety.org Friends of the Jeanette Hunt Animal Shelter Erin Schuerman, Secretary Tel. 402.533.4540 shelterinfo@blairanimalshelter.org www.blairanimalshelter.org
CAT Breed Rescue Cat Spay/Neuter Connection PO Box 27927 Omaha, NE 68127 Tel. 402.964.2287 info@catspayneuter.org www.catspayneuter.org Feline Friendz in NE PO Box 641818 Omaha, NE 68164 Tel. 402.778.1111 felinefriendz@yahoo.com
DOG Breed Rescue Airedale Terrier Rescue and Adoption (ATRA) Susan 402.896.5208 Pat 402.332.5806 http://www.aire-rescue.com/ Basset and Beagle Rescue of the Heartland Kansas Tel. 800.332.9416 bbrh@bassetandbeagle.org bassetandbeagle.org Iowa Basset Rescue Sioux City, IA Cindy Foxhoven Tel. 712.204.9807 iabassetrescue@yahoo.com Big Red Boxer Rescue Kearney, NE Dawn Lynch boxerrescuer@charter.net Border Collie Rescue Bellevue, NE Karen Battreall Tel. 402.292.5958 karenbattreall@cox.net nebraskabordercollierescue.com Mid-America Boston Terrier Rescue Omaha, NE Jennifer Misfeldt Tel. 402.510.1346 luckypawpals@aol.com www.adoptaboston.com Nebraska Boston Terrier Rescue Omaha, NE Jennifer Spencer Tel. 402.691.0576 or 402.210.6540 Jenjen25@aol.com www.rescueaboston.com Mid-America Bully Breed Rescue Kansas, Missouri mabbr@mabbr.org www.mabbr.org Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rescue Christie Hill - Lincoln contact
402.417.3465 cherishedchessie@gmail.com
Jan Riha - Bellevue contact
402.616.5252 chessieforme@gmail.com
www.cbrrescue.org Clumbers In Need clumbersinneed@yahoo.com www.clumbersinneed.com Nebraska Dachshund Rescue Omaha, NE Tel. 402.850.1123 nebdoxrescue@hotmail.com nebraskadachshundrescue.org Doberman Rescue of Nebraska Omaha, NE Holli Sampson-President Tel. 402.614.4495 dron95@yahoo.com www.doberescue-ne.org
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English Springer Rescue America Lisa Holladay, Nebraska Coordinator Tel. 303.663.9019 lhdogsesra@hotmail.com www.springerrescue.org French Bulldog Rescue Network Lizzie Countryman Tel. 402.934.5664 lizzie23_@hotmail.com www.frenchbulldogrescue.org Member Missouri German Shepherd Group (MoGS) PO Box 30251 Kansas City, MO 64112 mogsadoptions@yahoo.com mogsrescue@yahoo.com or mogsrescue@att.net Great Plains Pointer Rescue Janelle Ford Tel. 402.403.8259 ford16@cox.net www.greatpointers.org Golden Retriever Rescue in Nebraska (GRRIN) Judy Hartlieb, Board President Tel. 402.330.6680 info@grrin.org www.grrin.org Rocky Mountain Great Dane Rescue Lori Rice, President Tel. 303.552.0484 adoptadane@rmgreatdane.org www.rmgreatdane.org Great Pyrenees Rescue of NE Lincoln, NE Sharon & Dave Hayes Tel. 402.488.8983 gpr_of_ne@radiks.net http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/ NE42.html Heartland Greyhound Adoption Iowa - Jody Evans 515.210.0459 davidjody2@g.com Nebraska - Ryan Thurber 402.517.6407 rthurber3@cox.net www.heartlandgreyhoundadoption.org Nebraska Italian Greyhound Rescue Scott B Tel. 402.580.0686 lincolnigs@yahoo.com http://nebraskaigs.petfinder.org Jack Russell Terrier Rescue Kerry Dahlheim Tel. 402.963.9722 flyingjrt@aol.com petfinder.com/shelters/NE35.html Heart of America Newfoundland NE, KS, MO, SW IA, OK Marty Swindell Tel. 816.690.3449 hancrescue@hanc.net www.hanc.net Papillon 911 Rescue and Adoption Erika Dey Tel. 402.214.7315 paprescue@mac.com www.pap911rescue.org
www.petfinder.com/shelters/NE27.html
Coalition for Pet Protection PO Box 23165 Lincoln, NE 68542 Tel. 402.434.7922 http://petcoalition.tripod.com
Pug Partners of Nebraska Jessica Kamish Tel. 402.669.0854 pugpartners@gmail.com www.pugpartners.com
Domesti-PUPS Lincoln, NE Tel. 866.515.PUPS info@domesti-pups.org www.domesti-pups.org
NE/IA Saint Bernard Rescue Heather Braddock Tel. 402.431.0272 saintsrescue@aol.com www.saintsrule.org
Good Dog Rescue of NE Bev Sack Tel. 402.780.2144 dobiersqu@yahoo.com www.gooddogrescueofnebraska.com
Midwest Schipperke Rescue Mark Rossignol, Volunteer Tel. 402.466.5596 or 402.617.4150 schiprescue-ne@therossignols.net www.petfinder.com/shelters/ midwestschipperkerescue.html
Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA) Valley, NE Tel. 402.359.8830 www.hetra.org Helping Hand 4 Animals Debbie David Tel. 402.556.6327 ddavid666@cox.net
Sheltie Shack Rescue of Kansas Mark Rossignol, Volunteer Tel. 402.466.5596 or 402.617.4150 schiprescue-ne@therossignols.net www.sheltieshack.com
www.petfinder.com/shelters/NE23.html
New Beginnings Shih Tzu and Friends Rescue Jayne Samp - NE Coordinator irescuetzus@gmail.com www.nbstr.org
Hooves & Paws Rescue, Inc. 27821 US Hwy 34 Glenwood, IA 51534 info@hoovespaws.org http://hoovespaws.org
Wonder Weims Rescue Heather Crossley, NE Coordinator Tel. 402.203.0668 neweimrsq@tconl.com www.wonderweimsrescue.com
Iggy Iguana Rescue and Bird Sanctuary, Inc. Stephanie Barclay, Director Tel. 660.707.5472 questions@iggysbirds.com www.iggysbirds.com K9 Kast-a-ways Dog Rescue and Adoption, Inc. 3323 - 250th Street Logan, IA 51546 Tel. 712.644.BARK (2275) k9kastaways@yahoo.com www.k9kastaways.petfinder.com
Midwest Wheaten Rescue Alma and Kent Knoll Tel. 402.850.9292 MidwestWheatenRescue@yahoo.com www.midwestwheatenrescue.org
Additional Rescues/ Animal Organizations
No Pets Left Behind Cari Smith Tel. 402.614.5718 carimcsmith@yahoo.com www.nopetsleftbehind.com www.petfinder.com/ shelters/NE70.html Pig Placement Network Omaha, NE Lisa Zentz Tel. 402.216.1583 zentz@usa.net www.pigplacementnetwork.com Rick’s Reptile Rescue Lincoln, NE Tel. 402.432.6878. rickeyclanton@hotmail.com Second Chance Pups PO Box 204 Beatrice, NE 68310 Tel. 402.806.1012 info@secondchancepups.com www.secondchancepups.com
NOTICE
RESCUE
Nebraska Poodle Rescue, Inc. Kate Hadenfeld PO Box 34375 Omaha, NE 68134 Tel. 402.943.6047
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Wildlife Rescue Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, Inc. PO Box 2412 Omaha, NE 68124 Tel. 402.341.8619 www.nebraskawildliferehab.org Wildlife Rescue Team, Inc. PO Box 80127 Lincoln, NE 68501 Tel. 402.473.1951 http://www.lincolnne.com/ nonprofit/wrt/
Little White Dog Rescue Omaha, NE littlewhitedogrescue@yahoo.com www.littlewhitedogrescue.org Midwest Cichlid Association Jeff Alderman www.midwestcichlid.com
Animal Rescue Society Cheri Halda Tel. 402.708.7313 cherihalda@yahoo.com
Midwest Dog Rescue Network Rose Strasser Tel. 402.212.9807 www.midwestdogrescuenetwork.com
Beak n Wings Bird Rescue Marilyn Tel. 402.493.5826 www.beaknwings.org
Nebraska Animal Rescue boxerrescuer@charter.net Nebraska Kennel Club www.nebraskakennelclub.com
Big Dogs Huge Paws, Inc. Lindsay Condon, CEO/President PO BOX 460699 Aurora, CO 80046 Tel. 303.322.4336 WeCare@BigDogsHugePaws.com www.BigDogsHugePaws.com
Nebraska Parrot Rescue PO Box 1609 Bellevue, NE 68005-1609 Tel. 402.350.9923 roberta@nebraskaparrotrescue.org katy@nebraskaparrotrescue.org www.nebraskaparrotrescue.org
Break Heart Ranch Horse Rescue John and Val Hinderlider 2141 “J” Rd Minden, NE 68959 Tel. 308.832.7212 breakheartranch@gtmc.net www.breakheartranch.com
ADOPT Consider adopting. There are many animals that need a forever home. FOSTER HOMES, CASH DONATIONS, PET SUPPLIES NEEDED. Contact anyone of these animal shelters or rescues today for more information.
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Pet Cremation Services - Small Animal Cremations - Horse (Large Animal) Cremations - Respectful Pick-Up Services -Urns, Gifts, and Jewelry -Caring, Personal Service Gretna, NE - 402.332.3786
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Northwest Feed & Grain and WashCo Feed & Supply
Banfield Organic Fertilizer Animal Feed Sales, parts and service of HiQual and WW Livestock equipment 8625 Military Rd, Omaha, NE Tel. 402.571.0305 www.nwfandwfsfeed.com
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Logo Lites, Inc.
Old Mill Apartments
Super Pet Friendly, Great Location off 108th & Dodge. Prices from $475 per Month. No Size Restrictions for Dogs. Call Tona 402.498.0800.
RENTING YOUR HOUSE? List your property here!
PET LOSS Faithful Friends Animal Ministry
Provides prayers and comfort for people and their loving animal companions. Illness, loss, and memorial support. Contact Chaplain Clarke at kmc53@windstream.net
Illuminated Pet Collars and Leashes. Finally, a product that ensures the safety of you and your pet when you walk during the dawn, dusk or dark. www.logoslites.com
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If you are facing letting go of your pet, contact the good folks at Paws & Remember at 402.932.0962. They will help give you peace of mind that your pet will be cared for. A lasting tribute will be included, if you wish, in the next issue of Pet Enthusiast magazine.
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LADY
October 22, 1998 - March 10, 2006
I Gave Myself A Gift One Day
I
gave myself a gift one day. The gift was a beautiful, precious, and the most gentle little puppy I call Lady.
outdoors again, is obvious joy for her. I say, “DaddyLady outside” and she’s at the door jumping up and down. A treat we both enjoy.
When I praise, pet and caress her, she reacts with a wag of her little tail.
Chasing snow balls in winter. When it’s cold and I can’t see her, I just walk to the bedroom and she’s streatched out on the warm waterbed. Working in the yard, she will run off with my hand tools. At night she likes to sleep with her head on my leg. I’ve lost track of the times I’ve awakened to a warm nose by my ear or her head in my armpit. Sleep In! How? With a wet tongue on your nose or cheek, at 6:00, as much as saying - “Wake up I gotta pee”.
She’s my partner, companion, friend and Dog. She will be faithful to me always and to her last breath and beat of her heart. In return for her devotion, I must continue to protect her very life, well being and safety. Included are shelter, food and medical needs. The good feeling I get on return from any absence can’t be explained. Her obvious excitement seeing me, is one I relish, and love her more for each time. Likes are many. Looking out the front window or door. Taking one of her toys and poking my leg to throw it. My lap in the evening to sleep. But the
I over protect, worry and watch her. I owe her that. She’s my dog and my responsibility. One word explains it. Love! Love for the animal that trusts me. I’ll never let you down, Lady. Thank you for being my “little” dog. I love you. - Daddy
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