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We all know someone that has that special something they pick up every time they see it. Something they feel they can’t live without and need to add to the collection of similar items they have. This is a very common, healthy hobby many of us have. Unfortunately, there are some that feel an overwhelming desire to save just about everything. Sadly, many of these acquisitions have little or no value and have little or no perceivable relation to one another. The drive to acquire is so strong many will even put their health at risk, since some of their collection can be potentially harmful and unsanitary. When this occurs, collecting becomes a serious disorder called hoarding. This unfortunate disorder has become very popular in the media of late, though it has been around for a very long time. It’s hard to say what exactly causes a person to hoard. Many believe it’s a variation of obsessive-compulsive disorder, while others believe that it could be a combination of several psychological disorders. Sometimes the hoarding instinct is brought about due to a loss or traumatic event in a person’s life. There have been countless articles, television shows, and at least two series that have covered this issue. Sadly, this desire is not limited to inanimate objects. There are those that feel the need to add animals to their collection. Many of these animals are feral, abandoned or homeless. While there are some people who watch for advertisements offering animals that are “free to a good home”. They feel an overwhelming desire to rescue these animals, to prevent them from dying on the street or going to a home that won’t properly love or care for them as only they can.
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Holistic and Natural Options for your Pets by Shellie L. Jarquart of Bark, Bath & Beyond, Two Rivers holistic-and-natural@petjournalmidwest.com Yucca... What is it? A customer of mine stopped in the store and bought his Yucca as he does, but this time he left me with a message I wanted to share. He told me “If it wasn’t for Yucca I would have had to put my dog down and am surprised by the number of people that aren’t aware of it or its benefits.” I also have one of my dogs on Yucca for arthritis and a slipped disc in her back. Mollie is 14 and had stopped going up and down steps and had lost feeling in the affected areas. This also caused her to lose control of her bowel movements due to lack of feeling in those areas. I give her Yucca and see the benefits for myself, along with many people’s pets who feel better from the use of Yucca. Yucca Intensive contains steroidal saponins, which are nature’s most powerful anti-inflammatory agents. It is available in a powder form, capsule and liquid. Powder form / Capsules: Contain 3-7% of bio-available saponins. The powder form is derived from the waste product produced in production of the liquid form of Yucca. Liquid form: Contains 85% saponins and is in its purist form. The purity and concentration reduces the likelihood of any digestive tract irritation or mal-absorption problems associated with most powder formulas. It is actually the fibrous powder that takes too long to digest in the digestive tract and triggers digestive problems for pets. In the extract (liquid) form, it is immediately absorbed and does not last long enough in the stomach or intestines to create any irritation, making it safer for long-term use.
colon inflammation, including pain (colic); reduces the itch of allergies. How does this work? Tissue swelling reduces the blood flow through the injured areas; toxins build up, irritating the liver and kidneys. Yucca cleanses these organs, promotes blood flow and tissue repair, while preventing further degeneration of the injured tissue. It does have a bitter taste so you will want to dilute with food or water. A little goes a long way and can be used for cats, dogs and horses. Just one drop per 10#’s in divided feeding will show benefits. Please read any product used for proper dosage for you size pet. If you choose juice, use apple or something not acidic, since acidity can break down the benefits of Yucca. An extra-added tip: Because Yucca is very bitter; you can use it as a deterrent from excessive licking of paws. Plus, they will get the benefits of Yucca. .
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February was both a good and bad month for me. I received my first question, which I really appreciate, and will be getting to that shortly. It was also a very sad month in that I lost one of my best friends, my kitty buddy Austin. Austin helped raise me when I was a puppy. He and Misty never let me get away with anything. They ruled the house with a iron paw. I believe I’m the dog I am today due to their tutelage. I and everyone who knew him will miss him very much. I still keep watch at the top of the stairs that lead to the basement hoping someday that he’ll come running up to harass me once more, but in my heart, I know he won’t. He will dearly missed. I guess I’d better get used to Misty’s sole tyrannical domination. On Saturday February 19th I received my very first question. YAY!! Hello Scrappy, I am the happy and proud raiser of a 7 month old yellow lab who is being prepared for service work. She is a delight and very, very smart. However, she has a habit that is driving me crazy and I have no idea what to do. She loved to eat the bark mulch chips and twigs in the yard. If I let her, she probably would eat all the mulch chips. I was hoping that the snow cover would help hr forget to eat the chips and twigs, but it did not. Should I just leave her alone and let her figure it out for herself? If I called “come� (which she does) every time she is eating this stuff, she would never be outside. What can I do? Would spraying the chips with a deterrent help? There is way too much of this stuf for me to rake up or cover it up. Any ideas? Someone fold me I should change her dog food – maybe she is missing something in her diet. This is a great question! In my research, I’ve found this to be a very common problem our humans encounter with us. First off, we love to chew
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Greetings to all of my two and four legged friends. Hope everyone enjoyed the, all too short, heat wave we had. I really enjoyed seeing the lawn for a few days before it was, once again, covered in snow. Oh well, so much for Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of an early spring. Honestly, I don’t know how he keeps a job and celebrity status he has. I understand that it could still happen, but it’s not happening fast enough. It wouldn’t be so bad if we hadn’t been teased with a few days of warmer weather. What does Phil care, he probably winters in Florida anyway. Just remember, Phil, you should never tease a desperate dog, it’s just not a good idea.
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on stuff. Sometimes, that stuff can be bad for us or cause undo alarm for out humans. I, myself, prefer chewing on the toys provided. Though, found objects can have their appeal, as long as no one is looking. I shudder to think what would happen if I decided to go on a wholesale binge of destruction of my humans belongings. Now, back to those tasty wood chips. Being your little girl is only 7 months old, she is probably teething and will eventually grow out of some, not all, of the chewing frenzy. I wouldn’t let her continue chewing on the wood chips. The reason being, some wood chips are treated and can contain pesticides to prevent all those little bugs from getting to your flowers or trees. Even if they’re not treated, when chewed, wood chips can sliver and damage your puppy’s mouth and gums. If she decides to swallow them, they can cause intestinal blockage. I have a couple of suggestions for you to help train her to stop chomping on the delicious wood. Remind her that she’s a dog, not a beaver and unless she’s building a winter lodge...knock off the wood munching. This usually doesn’t work, but it may make you feel better. I don’t know if she is on a leash when she’s outside, but if she is, try shortening it to prevent her from getting to her wood treat. Besides, she too young to need that much fiber in her diet. It’ll be a few years before she needs that extra something to decorate the yard with lawn bombs. Take a metal or plastic container and put a small amount of rocks, beans, or whatever you have available inside. When she makes a b-line for
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the chips, shake it to distract her and then give her a chew toy or a treat she likes instead of the wood. She’ll eventually see the value of dropping her wood habit. Using positive reinforcement, train her on the “drop it� command. I’m pretty sure you may have already tried this, but it doesn’t hurt to mention it. Now, as for the bitter spray...If she really wants to chomp on wood, this probably will only distract her for a little while or she’ll develop a taste for it. I hope this has been of some help to you. Just remember, she’s still a baby and just like human babies, everything they touch goes in the mouth and becomes a chew toy. Heaven knows my tail and ears have both been chew toys at one point or another.
The Sheboygan County Humane Society has far too many pit bulls. This is due to the lack of responsible ownership, the number of people who feel that pit bulls are a disgrace to our city, or because of landlords not allowing these poor dogs to live in a rental. Of course, these are just a few of the reasons why this breed of dog is filling up the humane society here in Sheboygan. We are here to inform you about the benefits of adopting and bringing a pit bull into your household. As well as, being a responsible owner. Pit bulls are great, loyal, fun, loving, carefree, companions that would fit perfectly in just about any home. If a pit bull is raised and brought up by disciplined, responsible people and cared after and loved, a pit bull will be your best friend for life. Now, tell me, who doesn’t want that?
Hope everyone has a great month. Remember to keep hoping the fat Pennsylvania rodent was correct and summer is just a few weeks away. Like I said last month, I’m a dog, what do I know of calendars and time. Take Care
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Pit bulls are very affectionate towards their human counterparts. They love to be loved, squeezed, hugged, rubbed, played with, and just being part of the family. A pit bull I once knew was the most caring creature in the world‌ when you were sad he knew it, and wouldn’t leave your side. Having him in our family was the best gift we all could have asked for. Sadly, he has passed away and our hearts will always have a spot open just for him. Having a pit bull in your family is a blessing that cannot be described in words; it’s a good feeling, after a long day, having that loyal companion waiting for you by your door. Most pit bulls are very easy dogs to train, and are very easy to maintain. See Pitbull on page 11.
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This month, we are talking about something that I discuss with my students at the first lesson. This issue is the reason a lot of people call me to begin with. The issue is barking… Barking, despite popular belief, is not your dog’s attempt at communication. They bark for several reasons. They may bark to drive someone away or make them come closer. They may bark to get attention. Or, they may bark to herd a “flock.” Diagnosing a barking problem is sometimes problematic in itself. A trainer or behaviorist would usually have to see the cause and the barking in order to properly ascertain why a dog is barking. However, you do not need to know why a dog is barking to make it stop. It’s simply behavior modification.
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If you have a herding breed, the last one is most likely the case. If your dog sees something they would like to herd, he may bark at it in order to intimidate it into moving a certain direction. Some dogs see their people as their “flock.” Others see birds or small animals outside as their “flock.” In any case, the best way to deal with this behavior is to correct it. This means using a “cor-
rection” such as “eh” or “tssht” to stop them and then rewarding the lack of barking. Be careful not to attempt to “out bark” your dog. The louder you attempt to get, the louder they will try to be and it turns into a game.
If your dog is barking to get attention, you are stuck between the proverbial rock and a hard place. If you try to correct this behavior, they get the attention they seek. If you ignore it, chances are you will become frustrated with your dog. The best thing to do is to exercise your dog twice a day for 45 minutes each time. Remember that your dog will drain more energy if they are concentrating on walking next to you rather than yanking you down the street. Also, getting a dog into training will provide a bond between you and your dog in order to put them into a working position with you which will give him meaning.
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Free Roaming Felines by Lee Schneider, Pet Journal Staff Writer lschneider@petjournalmidwest.com
The Free Roaming Felines Program, LTD (FRF) is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to reducing the free-roaming cat population in the Manitowoc County area. FRF started in late 2008 and in those 2 plus years have helped almost 400 felines! All cats that go through FRF are sterilized, vaccinated, re-located and re-homed. They also host a number of fundraising activities during the year to help pay for the program. The Free Roaming Feline Program started in August of 2008 as a response to the high euthanasia numbers at the Lakeshore Humane Society in Manitowoc. While they were approved as shelter program, they never received any financial support from the shelter. In late fall of 2009 they moved their program to the Wanakia-Wanagi Equine Shelter in rural Manitowoc County just east of Kiel. As of spring 2010, when they received their own tax-exempt number, they became an independent and larger group to help the ‘Romers’. A ‘Romer’ is a Free Roaming cat that may have unsociable behaviors that has never known human contact or they were pets that became lost or abandoned and after an extended period time, learned to
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in the program. While most ‘Romers’ enter the program through a livetrap, many of them come from LHS because they were felines that didn’t like being in the shelter, because of their actions were labeled as feral, or because of physical problems that prevented them from being “adoptable”.
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by Dr. Carolyn Dell & Staff, Sheboygan Falls Veterinary Service ask-the-vet@petjournalmidwest.com Welcome to our second Question & Answer Column. First, a re-cap about us. Sheboygan Falls Veterinary Service started seeing patients over 35 years ago. We help people take good care of their animal family members. We see small companion animals, meaning cats and dogs. Our emphasis is on Well Pet Care and prevention by helping to educate pet owners. When needed, we can provide diagnostics for those times when your pet is not feeling well. Our emphasis is on preventative care and we strive to follow the latest research concerning use of required and necessary vaccinations. Here’s a little food for thought about - FOOD! Specifically, how to feed our cat friends. Keep in mind that feeding a kitten is different than feeding a cat. Free choice feeding is an option for kittens under 6 months of age. This should be primarily canned kitten food. At this young age, kittens can be allowed to eat as much as they want. Many people continue to keep the food bowl full throughout the cat’s life. For most adult cats this method is not recommended. Keeping the food bowl full allows the cat to eat whenever he wants and as much as he wants, and many will even eat out of boredom. If you are feeding only dry food, this can lead to obesity and the health dangers that go along with an overweight cat, such as diabetes. Many households have multiple cats and it will be impossible to know if and how much each one is eating. Often the first sign of illness in a cat is lack of appetite so it is important to monitor each cat each day. Now, a few words about canned food vs. dry. The latest recommendations are to feed both canned and dry with the emphasis primarily on the canned or wet food. If not for us humans, most cats would be eating what? Did we hear you say a mouse or perhaps a bird? If so, you are correct. Cats cannot go shopping for dry kibble. Now think for a moment - which is most like their natural diet of a mouse (which is 70% water)? Yes, you’ve got it... canned food. Most cats are more than happy to eat the wet food. This also gives
you a very good health indicator on a daily basis. The cat that does not come running for his or her meal of canned food, is probably not feeling well. This should be offered 2-3 times daily. A cat does not need to have food available 24 hours a day. They can have meal times just like we do. They would not find a mouse tied to every tree every day. You might want to set a small amount of dry food out at bedtime. Cats are night people and may want a nibble of kibble without waking you up. Many cat owners prefer dry cat food, which is more convenient for the humans (some people can’t stand the smell of canned cat food). Canned cat food is closer to their natural diet and contains a lot of water, which helps cats get the hydration they need. We advise even adding some water to the canned food thereby providing a little extra hydration but with some flavor. They will need to drink a lot of water if eating only dry food. For certain cats with kidney or bowel problems, this is extremely important, and if your cat has urinary issues, canned food with water added should be the only food they get. It is said that none of us drink enough fluids to stay properly hydrated, so let’s help our cats stay healthy. Now, go get your cat some canned food and get yourself a big glass of water!
Editors Note: Dr. Dell and her staff welcomes your questions on general pet topics; please email them at ask-thevet@petjournalmidwest.com or by mail at: Pet Journal Attn: Ask the Vet 3120 S Business Dr. Ste. 270 Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524
SHEBOYGAN FALLS VETERINARY SERVICE (920) 467-3114 224 Monroe St., Sheboygan Falls, WI Lawrence E. Dell, D.V.M. Carolyn G. Dell, D.V.M.
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Booklist for Cat Lovers from Cats International, www.catsinternational.org. • Good owners, Great Cats by Bri• Is Your Cat Crazy? by John an Kilcommons and Sarah Wilson, Wright, PhD, 1994. A certified ani1995. Well organized, understandmal behaviorist presents creative able and easy to practice training solutions to behavior problems from methods--the perfect book for the his casebook. He explains why cats first-time cat owner. behave as they do and what owners • Know Your Cat by Bruce Fogle, can do to modify behavior. D.V.M., 1996. 350 amazing pho• The Cat Who Cried for Help, by tographs highlight the text that Dr. Nicholas Dodman, 1997. The depicts the cat’s life from birth to author is a veterinarian and direcmaturity. Feline communication and tor of the Animal Behavior Clinic at body language have never been so Tufts University School of Veterinary well portrayed. Medicine. He illustrates with his own • Roger Tabor’s Cat Behavior, case studies how feline behavior 1998. Important aspects of cat beproblems can be solved using the havior are clearly illustrated and exlatest information on pharmacology plained. Very helpful in understandand feline behavior. ing why cats do what they do. • Hiss and Tell, by Pam Johnson, • Catwatching (the Illustrated 1996. A short, but highly amusing Edition) by Desmond Morris, 1994. book by a feline behavior consulA beautifully illustrated old favorite tant. The author describes 13 bithat presents and answers fascinatzarre, but instructive cases and how ing questions about cats and cat beshe successfully solved them. havior. • Psycho Kitty, by Pam Johnson, • Cats for Dummies by Gina Spada1998. Clear, common sense explafori and Paul D. Pion, DVM, DACVIM. nations of how to solve a variety of Don’t let the title put you off. This behavior problems. book is a great resource for those • For the Latest Information on who have extensive experience with Cat Care and Behavior... Catnip cats as well as for the first-time cat (newsletter) Tufts University School owner. Its detailed index makes it a of Veterinary Medicine. P.O. Box handy reference book for behavior 420014, Palm Coast, FL 32141 Tel: counselors. 1-800-829-0926 • Show Biz Tricks for Cats by Anne Gordon,1996. A professional Editors Note: Cats International animal trainer reveals the training was founded Betsy Lipscomb, a cat betechniques you need to teach your havioral expert. If you would like more cat 30 impressive tricks. Only easy, information on Cats International or for proven, humane, and positive rein- cat behavioral assistance, please visit forcement techniques are used. the Cats International website, www. catsinternational.org. Reprinted with permission.
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What it takes to keep a Rescue Running by Joel Gollart, Furry Bottoms Rescue My work with Furry Bottoms Res- number of dogs that can be saved is decue over the past few years has taught termined by the number of homes availme that there are three essential things able to foster them. necessary to keep a rescue running. In addition to fostering, volunteers First of all, we need dogs. Sadly, are needed to maintain the business of they are easy to come by, as there is rescue. As a 501c3 non-profit organino shortage of dogs in need of homes. zation, we are required to operate to They may come from owners needing to the standards of any other business. relinquish them, puppy mills liquidating While we see our furry friends as family their “stock,” shelters that are full to ca- members, the government sees them as pacity or as a stray found wandering the property, and therefore we must charge street. Regardless of their circumstanc- and file taxes, make sure we maintain all es, they share one thing in common: a necessary documents and apply for all desperate need for a forever family to necessary licenses and permits. love them. Volunteers are also needed to keep up with the day-to-day operations of a rescue. Transporting dogs to the foster home, processing and maintaining all the required paperwork for the dog, updating the online profile for potential adopters to review, processing applications, performing home visits: the opportunities available to volunteers appear limitless. Whatever your skills may be, there is a place for you to assist in the process of saving dogs. Second, we need volunteers to care for the dogs. As a rescue, we rely on foster homes to care for the animals while they are part of our program. The
The final of the three essentials is funding. Rescue is a costly venture. Like many rescues, Furry Bottoms Rescue is a 100% volunteer organization. With no paid employees, all funds go di-
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This is Pumpkin. He is our FIV positive Free Roamer but he’s looking forward to a long indoor life in a forever home. His first couple of years have not been easy. He’s a gentle giant. Doesn’t mind dogs or other felines as long as he can be an indoor fellow. Please see the Free Roaming Felines article on page 14 for contact information.
Hello! My name is Fancie, and I’m a gorgeous 2-year-old black and white tuxedo female Domestic Longhair cat. I came into the Ozaukee Humane Society as a stray one cold night, and as soon as the caring staff saw my striking black coat, they knew exactly what to call me. My name fits me in every way! I love to sit on your lap as you brush my luxurious coat. Together we can enjoy many relaxing mornings watching the sunrise, and many evenings curled up on the couch together! Like all the adoptable cats and dogs, I was spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. Visit me at 2073 Hwy W in Grafton, or visit www.ozaukeehumane.org, which updates adoptable animals every 30 minutes.
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rectly to the operation of the organization and the care of the animals. In order to offset the cost, an adoption fee is charged. While this fee assists in covering the medical procedures included with the adoption – such as health checks, spays/neuters, rabies shots, booster shots, de-worming and any necessary medications – it does not cover all the expenses necessary to keep the Rescue functioning.
With dogs to rescue, volunteers to rescue them and the funds to cover their care, the three essentials of dog rescue are covered. However, there is a fourth item – the one thing that makes a rescue successful – finding the right forever family for the dogs we save. Whether you want to foster, volunteer, donate or adopt – you too can help keep a rescue running – and save a life in doing so. If you would like more information regarding any of the above, please feel free to contact Furry Bottoms Rescue at furrybottomsrescue@yahoo.com, or by calling 920-449-5084.
The remaining funds must be raised through fundraising efforts (another volunteer opportunity) and donations. As a 501c3, donations are tax deductible. They can be in the form of physical property, like dog crates, blankets, etc, in which case the donor declares the value of the item on their taxes, or as cash donations. All are appreciated and essential to the survival of the organization.
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This is Mindy. We took Mindy from the local shelter where she was labeled “Feral.” She was ill and pregnant. Once she felt better about life, it became apparent that she was a former housecat who one day found herself “out on the street.” Her outdoor experiences caused her to be very unfriendly. She is now a very loving feline. Please see the Free Roaming Felines article on page 14 for contact information.
Dezi is a gentle soul looking for a new home. She is a 10 year young spayed female who is quiet and full of sweetness. She would like nothing more than a warm lap, kind hands to pet her and a welcoming voice to listen to all day long. Dezi has no teeth due to a tough life but she holds no grudges. She simply loves. If you are looking for a sweet kitty full of life and love, then Dezi is the kitty for you. Stop in to The Washington County Humane Society to meet this wonderful girl. She is best in a home with kids over 12.
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Lulu is one of our Free Roamers looking for an indoor forever home. She’s very shy and we rescued her and her mom from a trailer court. Her mom found a forever home and Lulu is hoping to find one soon. She’s very beautiful. Her picture doesn’t do her justice and she’s also very athletic. She doesn’t mind other felines or “quiet” canines. Please see the Free Roaming Felines article on page 14 for contact information. Pet Journal provides this section as a benefit to both our readers and to the shelters/rescues in our area to help find homes for pets. This section will feature pets with special needs or those who have been have trouble finding a home on their own. Please contact the respective shelter or rescue listed, if you need contact info, please go to the Pet Journal website or check the Need Lists on page 16.
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Hording from page 1. They feel it is their mission to save these animals, to give them the love and attention they desperately need. It has been estimated that there are thousands of new cases of animal hoarding reported every year, with hundreds of thousands of animals falling victim to this problem. You may be surprised at the variety of species involved in these cases. Hoarding of dogs and cats is common, but there have been cases involving birds, reptiles, rodents, fish, horses, and even hoarding cases involving exotic and farm animals. There are also those that are not species specific and take in any animal they feel needs a home.
PET JOURNAL so many different animals and species can lead to disaster. Disease, fights, and unwanted breeding can take a terrible toll on both animal and human. Love is little solace when your “pets” need medical help and you are financially incapable of caring for them or are unaware of a medical need due to the sheer number of animals sometimes found in these cases. Would making hoarding a prosecutable offense resolve the problem? Animal cruelty laws already cover hoarding, in essence. Individual states require caretakers to provide adequate food, water, a sanitary environment, and veterinary care for all animals in their care. Since many hoarders are incapable of pro-
of social and familial interaction. The elderly view these animals as a surrogate for family and friends and thus build a close bond with them. You may ask, what do these people all have in common? They have an inability to understand the severity of the situation they are involved in. Most see their surroundings as normal and can’t understand they have a serious problem. As mentioned earlier, these people see their actions as necessary to saving animals lives and can’t understand why anyone would find fault in this. This can make the disorder especially difficult for professionals to treat. What can you do to help? Know the warning signs of a hoarder: •
Before you judge these people as being intentionally cruel to animals, you should consider that many care deeply for these animals and don’t realize the damage being done both physically and emotionally to them. In some cases, they care more for the animals then they do for themselves. They will readily deny themselves even the basic necessities of life such as food, medication, or a clean home, to care for these animals. They will alienate family, friends, and refuse any kind of help to deal with the desperate situation they put themselves in. Even with this amount of sacrifice, affection and caring, it is still a potentially dangerous situation for both human and animal alike. Placing together
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They have many animals that are emaciated, lethargic, sick, and not socialized.
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Don’t be afraid of getting someone in trouble by calling the local humane organizations. You are actually helping end the suffering of animals that can’t help themselves. Often, many of these people are suffering as well with psychological problems that are causing them to live in a manner that is unhealthy and dangerous. Be active in supporting legislation that recognizes animal hoarding as wrong and carries with it appropriate action that helps individuals get mandatory treatment.
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viding the state required necessities for all of their animals, they fall under these laws. Prosecution may prove to be difficult since hoarders are emotionally troubled and their actions are not criminal in nature. Also prosecution rarely prevents the hoarding behavior from returning. As with any addiction, therapy and understanding of the behavior is the key to prevention. How you can recognize someone who hoards? You really can’t. Hoarders cover the full spectrum in age, men or women, ethnic, and social-economic classes. The elderly do tend to be at higher risk for hoarding primarily due to their lack
Alpha from page 7. When your dog barks at the postal carrier, they want this intruder to go away. This is a vicious cycle due to the fact that the postal worker goes away and the dog is, therein, rewarded. Introducing your dog to the postal worker is one way to go. Also, teaching your dog that it isn’t their house to protect. Daily training practice and working with a trainer is a great way to show your dog that you are in charge and they don’t have to keep a watchful eye. Bark collars are mostly ineffective. They can teach a dog to fear
what they are barking at instead of teaching them not to bark. This could perpetuate the problem. Whatever you do, never hit your dog for barking, and don’t get frustrated. The Alpha Dog never loses control.
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Declawing: Cruelty or Convenience? from Cats International, www.catsinternational.org
Have you ever wondered why most of the world does not declaw cats? In nearly every country where cats are kept as companion animals declawing is illegal or effectively banned. In the U.S. and Canada onychectomy (declawing) is a booming business. Recently a movement against this practice has been organized by a group called The Paw Project in California. So far four cities in our country have banned declawing. Why is declawing so popular in our country? There are three main reasons: 1. Cat caretakers perceive it to be a convenience. 2. Most (but not all) veterinarians do not take the time to explain exactly what the operation involves and the possible side-effects. 3. There is a general lack of knowledge as to why cats need their nails and how easily they can be trained to scratch on appropriate targets. The humane community has a serious responsibility and unique opportunity to educate the cat-owning public about this inhumane practice. Relying on amputation as a means to manage normal cat behavior sets a dangerous precedent for our relationship with our companion animals. In many scientific journals declawing is accurately referred to as “elective mutilation”. Dr. Nicholas Dodman, Professor of Behavioral Pharmacology and Director of the Behavior Clinic at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine and internationally known specialist in domestic animal behavioral research explains why this is an appropriate term for this operation in his book
The Cat Who Cried for Help. “Declawing fits the dictionary definition of mutilation to a tee. Words such as deform, disfigure, disjoint, and dismember all apply to this surgery.” (Dr. Dodman goes on to describe the acute and long-term suffering that results from this procedure.) Consider the following statistics… • A study of 163 cats that underwent onychectomy, published in the Jul/Aug 1994 Journal of Veterinary Surgery, showed that 50% suffered from immediate postoperative complications, such as pain, hemorrhage, and lameness; and long-term complications including prolonged lameness, were found in nearly 20% of the 121 cats who were followed up in the study. • In a study published in the January 2001 JAVMA, 33% of 39 cats that underwent onychectomy developed at least one behavior change immediately after surgery, with the most common problems being litter box problems and biting. • In a study published October 2001 JAVMA by Dr. Gary J. Patronek VMD, PhD., he states that declawed cats are at an increased risk of relinquishment. The good news is that scratching problems are 100% correctable! In over 20 years of behavior counseling, Cats International has never had a destructive scratching problem that could not be solved. It is the easiest behavior problem with which we deal.
What you can do to educate cat owners about declawing: • Drop the euphemism “declawing” which denotes a mere nail removal and call it what it really is—partial digital amputation. • Explain that declawing is equivalent to amputating a person’s finger or toe at the first knuckle. • Inform the cat owner that declawing can result in some very unpleasant changes in personality and behavior. • Describe the requirements for a cat-appealing scratching post and how to encourage the cat to use it. (It should be tall and sturdy and covered with sisal material or sisal rope—not carpeting.) We recommend the Ultimate Scratching Post from SmartCat. A good work-out on the scratching post is the equivalent of a vigorous session at the gym for us. • Suggest deterrents to keep the cat from scratching previous targets (Feliway spray, Sticky Paws tape, motion detectors, vinyl carpet runner (pointy-side up, etc.)
prove the quality of life for the cat or kitten that is being adopted, but you are also reducing the possibility that the cat will be returned to you due to a declawing-related behavior problem. Claws are essential to the wellbeing of the cat. The cat’s unique and amazing retractile claws enable him to whip out the claws when in danger and then tuck them safely away when they are not needed. The claws also allow the cat to grasp and hold objects as well as establish footing for walking, running, springing, climbing and stretching. By regularly trimming your cat’s claws and offering a suitable scratching target, you are providing a natural outlet for a normal, happy and healthy behavior and you will be rewarded with a satisfied and confident companion. *Note: Many apartment managers who previously required cats to be declawed are accepting Soft Paws vinyl nail caps or the evidence of a good scratching post.
Editors Note: Cats International was founded Betsy Lipscomb, a cat behavioral expert. If you would like more information on Cats International or for cat behavioral assistance, please visit the Cats International website, www.catsinternational.org. Reprinted with permission.
• Demonstrate how easy it is to trim a cat’s claws. If you are adopting a cat or a kitten to a new home, explain to the adopters the importance of claws to a cat. Your efforts will not only im-
Pit Bull from page 5. As long as you are willing to spend time with him or her, you shouldn’t have any problems. Once your pit bull is trained properly, you won’t have a worry in the world. As far as shedding is concerned, they do shed but not nearly enough to create a problem. So if your thinking about adopting a new dog for your family, you should seriously considering getting a pit bull to love, care for and enjoy. Come support Pit bulls in our city this Sunday, March 6th, at the Windjammer Banquet Hall (located inside Lakeshore Lanes, 2519 South Business Dr, Sheboygan, WI.) This fundraiser is hosted by
the Lakeshore Bully Club, it begins at 1pm until 5pm. There will be a live DJ & Raffle Prizes during the afternoon. So come support the Pit bulls of Sheboygan & the Lakeshore Bully Club while having a great time! Editor’s note: You can find on the Lakeshore Bully Club’s Kickoff Fundraiser on page 17 in the Classifieds or on the Events Page of the Pet Journal website at: www.petjournalmidwest.com/ events.html.
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Beau aka “Buggsy” in the yard, H.D. Knight, Location not given
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Rusty (top) being cute & Jack is saying “show off”, Dawn M., Sheboygan, WI
Pecia (right) & Bella, Picia is a 2yo Chinese Crested & Bella is a 5yo Great Dane, Often mistaken for twins., Amy L. & Dave M., Sheboygan, WI
Lily, It’s cool living in the Coolist Spot in Wisconsin, Gleen K., Two Rivers, WI
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I confess. The thrill of the hunt is something I never understood. The hunt between a man and his dog verses bird is a mystery to me also. On an early January morning with temperatures as balmy as a spring day I met with Steve to hear the story of Maggie. Their story helped me better understand the sport of hunting and the special bond formed between a man and his dog as hunting partners.
would work. If they decided to do the surgery, Steve and Maggie would be put to the test with a 12-week, three times a day rehabilitation program. Dr. Bohn of the Kettle Moraine Veterinary Clinic had performed shoulder OCD surgery but was new to rear leg OCD surgery. In spite of these concerns Steve was willing, and Dr. Bohn agreed to do the operation. Steve said, “It was the answer to my prayers.�
Maggie and Steve’s story is one of determination, strength, integrity and love. Steve is a man in the prime of his life with silver hair that reflects his accomplishments as father, husband and provider. Maggie is a 1 ½ year old yellow lab with strawberry highlights and luminous brown eyes urging you to pet her.
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Steve grew up without dogs, but after accompanying a friend and his dog on a hunting expedition, he was hooked. He launched a mission to find a lab that could be a family dog as well as a hunter. Day after day Steve meticulously surfed the web. He talked with many breeders via phone and e-mail explaining what he wanted in a lab. Some breeders felt a lab could not be both a hunter and a dog which could adapt to family life. Little did these breeders know Steve is a very determined man. Steve’s search ended after hours of homework and he found a breeder to meet his needs. Maggie was born in July 2005. As soon as she was weaned, she was released to her new home with Steve and his family. Maggie was a typical puppy learning everything a little pup needs to learn. At seven months old, with great anticipation, Steve took Maggie out for her first hunt. Steve said, “I was so excited about this day and the years ahead of Maggie and me hunting in the north woods.� The following day Maggie could not get up to walk, and this continued for two days. On the third day she was walking, but with unusual stiffness in her rear legs. The vet felt Maggie might have hip dysplasia, yet those tests came back negative. Maggie’s hips were in excellent shape. The vet was stumped and Steve was referred to a specialist in Appleton. Within an hour of arriving there, a devastating diagnosis was made. Maggie had severe Ostecohondritis (OCD). This is a disease that primarily affects the shoulders in a dog, not the rear legs as in Maggie’s case. OCD is characterized by cracks and flaps in the joints cartilage, which cause inflammation, joint instability, pain, lameness, and degenerative joint disease. The vet recommended surgery. The goal of treatment with OCD is to prevent further damage, alleviate the pain, and increase mobility. The prognosis was guarded and there was no guarantee it
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But Steve did not give up on Maggie. At the end of September he took her out to a field and worked with her in hunting format. He began with thirty minute sessions and progressed in time each week as Maggie improved. That strategy proved to be the missing link; Maggie’s drive to hunt gave her a purpose. After that her rehabilitation progress was amazing. The big test came in late October when Steve’s family and friends took a three-day hunting trip to Iowa. Steve was filled with mixed emotions of anticipation and hope. Maggie’s determination came shining through and the hunt was a success, not only in terms of catching game, but Maggie completed the hunt with hardly any stiffness. She is a pioneer in her recovery and gives hope to other dogs that may have to endure the diagnosis of OCD. Late December Steve and Maggie were in the north woods once again. Fresh snow blanketed the earth as they tracked grouse. Three hours passed and Maggie showed no signs of discomfort. Her goal was focused on the task at hand and she savored the hunt. Steve and Maggie are a shining example of the love a man has for his dog, and the love a dog has for a best friend who will not give up on her. Reference on OCD: www.aniamalhealthchannel.com/ocd Barbara Techel is a local resident of Elkhart Lake and is an award winning author of Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog book series. To learn more about Barbara visit www.joyfulpaws.com.
to be chubby. A daily dose of aerobic exercise is as important for cats as it is for their owners. A couple 10-15-minute play sessions a day will improve your cat’s attitude toward life and will bring him into the land of the fit and trim. And by the way, interacting with your cat in a positive way is healthy and relaxing for you as well. Invest in a couple of well-made fishing pole-type toys and take them out during the scheduled playtimes. (Cats love routine, so try to plan play sessions for the same time every day.) You can sit on the couch while kitty is getting a workout. When kitty is lying on his side and batting at the toy, it’s to end the play session and put the toys away. (If these toys are not put behind closed doors, the cat will continue to hunt for them and could get into trouble by chewing the string or feathers.) Have fun. These play sessions are great times for bonding with your pet. More ideas to make your cat’s life (and consequently, your life) more fun: • Get a feline companion for your cat--one with a compatible personality. • Schedule at least one 15-minute interactive play session with your cat and a fishing poletype toy each day. • Cats love to hunt for their toys, so consider getting your cat a Peek-a-Prize Toy Box from SmartCat.
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or an aquarium to watch when the birds are not at the feeder. Drop a couple of ping pong balls in the bathtub (feline racquetball). Slide milk bottle rings or ice cubes across the kitchen floor (feline ice hockey). Stuff cotton socks of varying sizes with cotton balls and catnip. Set out something new to explore from time to time like a cardboard box or a paper grocery bag (without handles). Flash a beam of light on the walls and floor of a dimly-lit room (use a flashlight or a laser pointer). Provide your feline with some cat furniture-something great to climb, perch on, and to scratch. Get a video made for cats or a wildlife show featuring birds.
Editors Note: Cats International was founded Betsy Lipscomb, a cat behavioral expert. If you would like more information on Cats International or for cat behavioral assistance, please visit the Cats International website, www.catsinternational.org. Reprinted with permission.
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Feline from page 7. These felines ended in the FRF program where the problem was finally diagnosed and treated. While TNR has become known as the abbreviation for Trap-NeuterRelease. There is sometimes a misunderstanding about the last word, Release. Perhaps the word Relocate would be better. The felines of FRF are not just being “released” on their own. They are being “relocated” with long-term caregivers. At least half of them become house cats. The others are monitored quite carefully by the caregivers who assume responsibility. While FRF relies on donations to continue their work, they receive funding from a foundation and host several fundraisers during the year. The largest of these fundraisers is their annual cat show, Fancy Feline Fair, which started in March of 2009. This year’s show will be Sunday, March 27 from 11am – 4pm at the J.E. Hamilton Community House, 1520 17th St, Two Rivers, WI. They also host a number of brat fry’s, a citywide cookie sale for the national Feral Cat Day during the fall and last August they had their first motorcycle ride, Free Roamer Ride to Rescue.
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Myth: Free Roaming felines decimate wildlife and bird populations. FACT: Studies indicate that bird species lost are trivial compared to loss created by habitat modifications, fragmentation, logging, crop farming, livestock grazing, mining, industrial and residential development, urban sprawl, construction and the use of pesticides.
Myth: Free Roaming felines are vicious and mean. • FACT: Healthy, free roaming cats will not stalk and attack a person. Generally, cats remain quiet and hide from view when people approach.
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Myth: Free Roaming felines are sick and diseased. FACT: Scientific studies show that feline diseases were no higher in freeroaming than in pet cats.
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Eastshore Humane Association 1100 Park St. Chilton, WI 920 849-2390
Fond Du Lac Humane Society 624 Triangle Rd. Fond Du Lac, WI 920 922-8873
Sheboygan Co. Humane Society
3107 N. 20th St. Sheboygan, WI 920 458-2012
Ozaukee Co. Humane Society 2073 Hwy. W Grafton, WI 262 377-7580
Walgreen’s Drugstores Chilton, Fond Du Lac, Manitowoc, Plymouth, Sheboygan, & Two Rivers, WI
Walgreen’s Drugstores Cedarburg, Grafton, Hartford, Jackson, Saukville, & West Bend, WI
Bondie’s Quick Mart 1517 North Ave., Clevelend, WI -andN911 State Rd 57, Kiel, WI
Cousins Subs & Patsy’s Mobil 816 N. 22nd St. Two Rivers, WI
BP - Q Mart - Store #238 4650 S 12th St Sheboygan, WI 920-452-6646
Sheboygan County Libraries Cedar Grove, Kohler, Lakeview, Mead, Oostburg, Plymouth, & Sheboygan Falls
Citgo - Q Mart - Store #218 3517 Washington Ave Sheboygan, WI 920-459-6061
Calumet & Manitowoc County Libraries Brillion, Chilton, Manitowoc, Lester, Kiel, & New Holstein
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Free Roaming Felines are also in need of Volunteers. If you would like more information on Free Roaming Felines or the upcoming Fancy Feline Fair. Please contact Kathy Beer at 920-686-8899, by mail at: Free Roaming Feline Program, LTD 3215 Simon Rd. Manitowoc, WI 54220-1264
Editor note: There is an event Some Myths and Facts concern- poster for the Fancy Feline Fair in ing Free Roaming Felines: page 17 in the classifieds section. The full poster with registration form • Myth: Free Roaming for those who would like to enter felines spread rabies. their cat in the show can be found • FACT: From 1990-2002, on our events page at the Pet Jour36 people died from nal website: www.petjournalmidrabies in this country and west.com/events.html. not one of them contracted the disease from a cat. •
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Grooming your Pet by Dede Diehl, Silde Kennels and Grooming groomingyourpet@petjournalmidwest.com Dede, As a pet owner, I was wondering what shampoos do you recommend for dogs? Thank you, Jolene D., Two Rivers, WI Thank you Jolene for your question, I have explained a little about shampoos in the past but my comments were very general and not specific about recommended kinds. Again, do not buy your shampoo because it is the cheapest one on the shelf. First consider the type of hair your dog has, is the hair wire-type, such as wired-haired terrier types, Schnauzer, Airedale, Irish Terrier, etc. This type of hair needs a shampoo that cleans, but does not have a oily or heavy conditioner. Next do you have a hanging or draping type of hair such as Shih Tzu, Maltese, Tibetan Terrier, Bearded Collie, etc. You want a shampoo that cleans but does not leave the hair to fluffy or springy as the coat is supposed to lie flat and not fly away. Now we have the true double coat of the Chowchow, Poodle, Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, etc. This type of coat needs a really good cleaning, but never anything that weights down or flattens the coat. Lastly, we get to the short coats, or medium haired dogs such as Boston Terriers, Dachshunds, Greyhounds, Short Haired Pointer, Shepherds, etc. With this type
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Coming in April
Now that the St. Patricks Day and sring has come and gone and then here comes April Fools Day. Its no joke but, the April issue of Pet Journal will be available! Coming in the April issue we will be Now let’s look at the hair type recbringing to you the following planed stories: ommendations:
of coat you only need a fine cleaning shampoo and very little conditioning.
For all hair types except Draping Coats: • Tropiclean o Kava Shampoo – very good if your dog has some itching o Berry Clean – a very good all around shampoo • Bio-Groom o Protein Lanolin conditioning shampoo o Super White Shampoo • Double K o Euca-Lenca-Lime Shampoo o Desert Almond Shampoo • Espree o Berry Delight Shampoo o Plum Perfect Shampoo Double Coated Fluffy Shampoo recommendations: • Eqyss o Premier Shampoo • Coat Handler o 15 to 1 Shampoo • Miracle Coat o Premium Pet Shampoo • As well as all of the other above shampoos
See Grooming on page 18.
Feature Story - Uromastyx’s and other stories of Pet/Animal and Ecology interest. More from our columnists: Ask the Alpha Dog, Alpha Dog Ask the Vet, Dr. Dell and staff Ask Scrappy!, Scrappy Grooming your Pet, Dede Holistic & Natural Options for your Pets, Shellie Another Pet Journal Word Search Pictures of your Pet and more!
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Good pets need homes, Adopt!
Furry Bottoms Rescue, Plymouth, WI Mecca’s Pit Bull Rescue, Sheboygan, WI
Eastern Wis. Herpetological Society & Rescue Plymouth, WI
Please support these local pet rescues and your local Humane Societys
Two Left Paws Animal Sanctuary, Sheboygan, WI Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary, Elkhart Lake, WI
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PET JOURNAL CLASSIFIED’S Pet Journal classifieds are a free service for our readers. Classifieds are for free or paid services offered by individuals or families, such as a teenager looking for a dog walking job over the summer. Classifieds are also available for our Local Humane Societies/Shelters and Animal Rescues to post their needs lists. Please contact the respective Humane Society/Shelter/Rescue if you have questions or would like to donate an item or two. Events from our advertisers and readers will also be printed as space allows. To place your classified ad please email Pet Journal at: petjournal@ petjournalmidwest.com. Please include the following when submitting your classified: Name, Phone, email, best time to call (in case there is a problem with your classified ad), what text you would like in your ad. Please limit to 25 words and keep your wording clean. Remember this is a family pape. How many months you would like the listing to be available for, and list in the subject of your email “PJ Classified”. If you would prefer to mail it to us, you may do so, with the same items as requested above. Mail it to: Pet Journal attn: PJ Classified’s 3120 S. Business Dr. STE 270 Sheboygan, WI 53081-6524 Please submit your classified no later than the 20th of the month to make the next edition.
Section 1: Individual/Family Classifieds Section 2.1: Puppies for Sale HavaMalt puppies, non-shed darlings lookingfor their forever families. Homeraised, both parents on site, shots, $600. Call Gail for more info 262 4243238. Pet Journal February cover is one of the pups!
ehashelter@gmail.com or you may visit their website: www.eastshoreha.org.
EASTSHORE HUMANE ASSOCIATION COLLECTS WEIGHT CIRCLES FROM PURINA CAT AND DOG FOOD PRODUCTS Please help out by sending us the weight circles. The Purina products include: Purina dog and cat food products such as Pro Plan, Purina One, Purina Cat Chow & Kitten Chow, Kit ‘N Kaboodle, Happy Cat, Purina Veterinary Diets. These weight circles enable Eastshore to earn points toward the purchase of Purina products for the shelter animals. As an added bonus, the weight circles from Purina dog food products can also be used to help Eastshore Humane pay the veterinarian bills!
Eastshore Humane Association of Chilton, WI is looking for: • Non-scoopable Cat Litter • Purina Cat Chow -or• Purina Complete • Purina Dog Chow • Laundry Detergent To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Eastshore Humane Association at: 920.849.2390, by email at:
Washington County Humane Society of Slinger, WI is looking for:
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Animal Needs Dog Needs ● “Natures Variety Instinct” or Grain free Dog Food* (for dogs with special dietary needs)
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Cat Needs ● Non-scoopable cat litter* (we always need litter)
● Ozaukee Humane Society of Grafton, WI is looking for: • Digital Camera with rechargeable battery, at least 7 megapixel preferred • Dish Soap • Small Dog Training Treats • Laundry Detergent (for High Efficiency • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Postage stamps Kongs Fabric - large, colorful solid material 8 oz. - 12 oz. disposable cups 45-gallon garbage bags Aspen Bedding Bleach Bottle Brushes Cardstock paper Cat-nail clippers (scissor type) Cat toys Copy paper, white & color, 8.5” x 11” Dog toys (Nylabones, squeaky toys, ropes, hard rubber balls, ect.)
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Hand Sanitizer Highlighters Kitchen scrub brushes with handles LaserJet mailing labels (Avery 5160) Lingerie bags (for washing small toys) Mailing envelopes, 9 x 12 or 10 x 13 Manila folders (letter size only) Paper towels Peanut butter Pens Post-it-notes Printer ink cartridges ◊ Canon (5PGBK, 8C, 8M, 8Y) ◊ HP (23, 45, 92, 94, 95) Rabbit pellets (no fruit or seed mix) Rechargeable AA batteries, with charger Scissors Soft Dog Toys Staples Steno notepads Stretch & “Scratch” scratching pads Swiffer Dusters Timothy hay Toilet paper Vinyl (non-latex) gloves Wild birdseed
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“Before Grain” dry food*
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Section 2: Humane Societies & Animal • Rescues/Shelters Needs Lists • Section 2.1: Humane Societies
contact the Ozaukee Humane Society at: 262.377.7580, by email at: info@ozaukeehumane.org or you may visit their website: www.ozaukeehumane.org.
● Baby Food* ● Feliway Spray Small Animal Needs ● Hamster/Gerbil food* ● Aspen bedding* (can get at Fleet Farm - called Horse Cubes)
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Timothy Hay* Carefresh pet bedding* (any color)
Vita drops* ● Ferret Vite* ● Guinea Pig food ● Toys/Treats ● Plastic Slinkys ● Rat pellets ● Ferret food Shelter Needs Nurtical* Paper plates Toilet Paper Oster shaver blades - #40 Fabuloso floor cleaner Plastic clipboards - 9” x 12” 75 to 100 ft. Industrial strength hoses New or working Dehumidifiers New or working Chest Freezers Postage stamps Thick “Welding” leather gloves ●
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Farm, Menards, Gas Cards)
To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Washington County Humane Society at: 262.677.0388, by email at: wchs@washingtoncountyhumane.org or visit there website at: www.washingtoncountyhumane.org.
Section 2.2: Animal Rescues & Shelters Furry Bottoms Rescue of Plymouth, WI is looking for: • Small Refrigerator • 4 - 4-shelve storage units on wheels To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact the Furry Bottoms Rescue at: 920.449.5084, by email at: info@furrybottomsrescue.com or visit their website: www.furrybottomsrescue.com. Mecca’s Pit Bull Rescue of Sheboygan, WI is looking for: • Paper towels • Lysol Spray • Dog toys • Puppy food - moist and dry • Bowls • Leashes • Collars • Volunteers • Wisconsin Foster Homes To donate any items on this list or if you have any questions, please contact Mecca’s Pit Bull Rescue at: 920.627.6727, by email at: mecca@ meccapitbullrescue.com or visit there website at: www.meccapitbullrescue. com. Two Left Paws of Sheboygan, WI is looking for: • Dog/Cat food (Evo, Fromm, Wellnes, Feliade, Canide) • Canned wet food (any kind) • Clumping litter (any kind, non-sented) • Litter scoops • Puppy pads • Dog/Cat treats • Dog/Cat toys • Dog/Cat beds • Towels • Paper towels • Disposable gloves • Kennels • Cages • Live traps for Small Animals • Fleet Farm gift cards To donate any items on this list or if yoou have any questions, please contact Two Left Paws Animal Sanctuary at: 920.331.0100 or via their website at: www.twoleftpaws.org.
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A Day in the Country – Relaxation – Rejuvenation – Renewal And Playing with Horses Mother Daughter Sister Mini-Retreat Saturday June 11, 2011
J.E. Hamilton Community House 1520 17th Street, Two River, WI
Show Hours: 11am - 4pm
CoachHorse Wellness Center Location: 17412 W. Washington Road Kiel, WI 53042 (Located in the northern tip of the beautiful Kettle Moraine Forest) The day is yours to remember while sharing with your loved ones. Unwind and play, inspirational and fun filled activities – enjoying the special bond of soul friendship between mothers, daughters and sisters. There is no better gift you can give to your mother or daughter or sister than the gift of yourself! Your day — led by Diane Pauly, her daughter Pam Kachelmeier and her daughter Wendy Jeske — will be rewarding as we breath in the fresh air, listen to mother nature ,and take in the serene valley. Our intention is for you to share new experiences in a natural and creative way. We will have experiences together that may be new and different to you: yoga, beautiful slow short hike, horse meditation, facial or foot treatment, a sample horse-human personal development session, and a healthy lunch! We will also incorporate a unique story telling time in the 20-foot wide tipi to help us to get to know each other. R.S.V.P. by June 4 by calling 920-980-5326 or e-mail: coachhorse@excel.net. Fee: $50.00/person Participants must be 18 years or older to attend. No horse experience required. Pam Kachelmeier PC EAMH
CoachHorse Counseling and Learning Center www.coachhorse.com 920-980-5326
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Grooming from page 15. Draping Coats Shampoo recommendations: • Pet Silk o Any of those found in the Petedge catalogue • Miracle Coat o Premier Pet Shampoo • Coat Handler o 15 to 1 or any of their Shampoos • Eqyss o Premium Shampoo • #1 All Systems o any Always use a conditioner to prevent static and flyaway hair. You will need to use a conditioner to help stop matting and tangling. Shampoo your dog whenever he gets dirty, or about every two weeks. Do not think you are shampooing him to frequently. Our show dogs are bathed before we go to the dog show, and then again, when we get home to get out all of the hairspray and stuff out of the coat so that it does not mat. If after shampooing him you do not think he is clean enough, shampoo him again, it will not hurt him. Then rinse very, very thoroughly, then strip all the water from the hair, and put on a good conditioner preferable one that goes along with the shampoo you have chosen. Then dry the coat with a hair dryer (either a regular human hair dryer or a pet hair drier on a low setting). This will keep your dog looking really spiffy whatever kind of hair he is dressed in.
When visiting or calling our advertisers about their services, please mention you saw their ad in Pet Journal.
Please note: I have only used the Petedge catalogue for reference in this column, but if you have the list of catalogues used in the February column you can order from any of them and get very good service. Petedge PO Box 1000 Beverly, MA 01915-0700 800-738-3343 www.petedge.com I wish you all well in the next month – please think of more questions. Dede
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Dawgs In Motion presents Customer Appreciation Pet Days As a thank you to our customers we have arranged for a complimentary portrait sitting with national award winning pet Photographer, Trish Brunner of Legacy Studios.
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