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Christa is an avid pet lover and active animal rescue director of a not-for-profit organization. She has been involved with animals extensively for many years. Her passion for writing lies in the topics of animals. She hopes her abilities to convey their world through words wil benefit animal lovers, pet owners, animal rescues and the animals themselves. She is thirty years old, a graduate of the University of Missouri in St. Louis and the wife of an army pilot. Christa has a 6 year old son and 4 of her own furkids.
Tracey Hagen, a Miami-native, is a professional photographer and contemporary visual artist who splits her time between Miami and New York. Born into an animal rescuing family, Hagen has always been drawn to photographing pets. Her love of animals drew her to launch the “Confidence through Canines” Reading Program at the Humane Society of Greater Miami. Hagen has two English Toy Spaniels, Lola and Looie, who are both certified pet therapy dogs. You can visit her website at: www.traceyhagen.com
Arden Moore, an animal behavior consultant, editor, author and professional speaker, happily shares her Oceanside, Calif. home with two cats, two dogs and one overworked vacuum cleaner. She travels all over America to help people better understand why cats and dogs do what they do. She is the author of 20 books on dogs and cats, Catnip editor, Fido Friendly editor-at-large and host of the weekly “Oh Behave!” show on Pet Life Radio (www.petliferadio. com). Visit her website: www. ardenmoore.com.
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The Letter Box MAGGIE MAE UPDATE Thank you for the copies of your magazine featuring Maggie Mae. The pix were especially telling of her personality and our relationship. I wanted you to know that she continues to improve: several new chase and tugging games, she went upstairs once but once was enough, we even found her on the table on the porch--twice. She’s a happy girl. I also wanted to add a note about her medical history. Before the stem cell procedure, I had Maggie for a year and a half. From the beginning she suffered from very painful hips and elbow. We managed the pain with Deramax, acupuncture, herbs, supplements, nutrition, low stress exercise and affection. Over time, she improved with these treatments. Dr. Fasano, Maggie’s accupuncturist, mentioned that she had referred another arthritic client to AVS clinic for a stem cell consult, and she thought that Maggie was a perfect candidate: relatively young and otherwise healthy. After research and consults with Dr. DeHahn and other veterinarians, including our daughter, we assessed the risk vs benefit ratio as being minimal, the cost reasonable, and the implications of success, consistent success, having far ranging benefit. While it is certain that Maggie’s pain levels and mobility continue to improve several months after the stem cell transplant, the benefit from her medications, acupuncture, and complementary therapies, which are all ongoing, is substantial and noteworthy. I’d like to thank the entire community of professionals, support staff and caring individuals who brought Maggie to my home and to your readers.
happy dogs and read helpful articles, along with a couple of great recipes and learn of stores and camps I didn’t realize were in my hometown. Attached are a couple of zip files of my two favorite men- Rockee, my 8 year old Beagle and Riley, the Giant Schnauzer/Lab combo who rescued me last Christmas- he’s 10 months old. Both light up my life and I would be honored to have any of my boys grace a spot on your pages. If you have any questions regarding my pictures or they don’t meet your format guidelines due to the way I zipped them up, I would be more than happy to resend in another fashion. Again, thanks for a great publication and look forward to next season! Jaime Monaco
READY FOR MY CLOSE-UP Hi, This is such a great magazine, my dog Tango would love to be featured in The Pet Planet Magazine!!! So here is his picture, hope he gets your vote!!! Thank you! Erika Lebrini
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Events Calendar South Florida Events WHAT: Photos with Santa WHEN: November 22 & December 6, 2008 11 AM - 2 PM WHERE: Central Bark Doggy DayCare 3699 N. Dixie Hwy. Oakland Park, FL 33334 INFO: Come celebrate the Holidays with Santa Claus and get a memorable keepsake of your lovable pet! www.centralbarkusa.com WHAT: Paws For Life Adoption Day WHEN: December 13, 2008 / 9 AM - 6 PM WHERE: Absolute Flooring Systems Inc. 3213 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland park, FL INFO: Paws for life/santa paws first monthly pet adoption day. Fun, Beverages, food, entertainment, giveawys and pet vendors to share the celebration of adopting pets who need homes. Donations accepted WHAT: Dog Bowl III WHEN: January 25, 2009 / 10 AM - 2 PM WHERE: T. Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Road Hollywood, FL 33021 INFO: Get ready for the Super Bowl by dressing yourself and your dog in your favorite team colors and joining us for a day of fun. Games Contests Prizes Chinese Auction 50/50 Raffle Demos Goody bag with bonus raffle ticket and event t-shirt - $10.00 donation Admission: Free however regular weekend park admission in effect. www.boxerfriends.org WHAT: Compassionate Pug Rescue’s 1st Annual Fundraiser WHEN: February 7, 2009 / 9 AM - 4 PM WHERE: Sunset Pavilion in South County Regional Park off of Glades Road, Boca Raton. INFO: Our Saturday event welcomes all 4 legged friends, kids and animal lovers alike. We will have vendors, waiting pools for the dogs, grooming, ask the vet booth, organic doggie ice cream bars, dog/ owner contest, raffles, DJ, and a whole lot more. 561-716-0792 www.compassionatepugrescue.com 14
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WHAT: Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet’s - Walk for the Animals WHEN: February 21, 2009 WHERE: Bayfront Park, Downtown Miami INFO: Check-in: 8:30am Entertainment: 9am until 12pm Walk begins: 10am Walk winners awarded: 11:30am For directions and parking information, please visit: www.bayfrontparkmiami.com Central Florida Events WHAT: Global Pet Expo WHEN: February 12 - 14, 2009 WHERE: Orange County Convention Center INFO: Get a sneak peek at next year’s hottest trends by attending the Pet Industry’s largest Annual Trade Show. www.globalpetexpo.org WHAT: 15th Annual Paws in the Park WHEN: February 14, 2009 / 9 AM - 1 PM WHERE: Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando INFO: This is a fun, fund-raising event to support the programs offered by the SPCA of Central Florida. The day consists of games, fund-raising competitions, pet challenges, pet information, entertainment, pet-friendly businesses, and a relaxing stroll round beautiful Lake Eola. www.ohs-spca.org WHAT: Posh Pooch Celebration WHEN: February 21, 2009 / 10 AM - 4 PM WHERE: Celebration, Florida’s lakeside park INFO: Join us for a dog-day afternoon where hundreds of venders come out to showcase their pet-friendly products to visitors that come from far and wide. 407-566-1200 www.celebration.fl.us If you know of a pet related event and would like to share it with us, visit: www.petplanetmagazine.com and go to community to add events and view upcoming events in your area.
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Doggone grrr-eat meals sure to cause your dog to drool with delight! Bone Appetit! Pet expert Arden Moore knows her way around a dog food bowl. In fact, her book, Real Food for Dogs (Storey Books), ranked as high as No. 6 among ALL books on Amazon.com – and for good reason. All 50 recipes were analyzed and approved by a top veterinary nutritionist and two-thirds of the recipes are fit for people, too – saving you time and money. Moore happily shares a couple recipes that are palatable for pets – and people:
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INGREDIENTS 2 chicken breasts or thighs 5 cups water 2 large carrots, peeled and diced 1 celery stalk, chopped 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 cups rice, uncooked DIRECTIONS 1. Combine the chicken, water, carrots, celery and potatoes in a large pot. 2. Cover and simmer over low heat for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. 3. Add the rice and continue to simmer over low heat for 30 to 35 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed. 4. Remove from the stovetop and let the soup cool. 5. Pull the meat off the chicken bones. Put the meat back in the soup and toss the bones in the trash. 6. Stir the soup before serving. 7. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
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Raise a Puppy. Change a Life. by Patrice Shields
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ceremonies was incredibly special. As I looked at the faces of the children, and their tearful parents, I could only say, ‘Thank you for allowing me to raise your dog. It was truly my pleasure.’ And on November 17, when I say goodbye to my current CCI puppy, Whitley, I will again cry and then smile as I think of the day I will give this special dog to someone who needs her much more than me. And it won’t be long until I’m picking up another wet-nosed bundle of fur to love and raise and give away as part of the Canine Companions for Independence circle of love.”
Canine Companions for Independence is the largest non-profit provider of trained assistance dogs. It has five regional training centers across the country, and is locally based in Orlando, Florida. Established in 1975, CCI provides highly trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities and is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs and quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. Assistance dogs aren’t just born, they’re raised. Every Canine Companions for Independence assistance dog starts as a puppy that needs a loving home. For people with extra space in their hearts and homes, volunteer puppy raising is an incredible way to help people with disabilities live more independent lives.
Haydra, a CCI puppy, and volunteer puppy raiser, Trevor MacLean, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Each hour spent caring for a Canine Companions for Independence puppy is vital to its development as a future assistance dog. The puppy raising program provides a unique opportunity for volunteers to assist Canine Companions for Independence with its very important mission. Andrea Batchelor of Orlando, Florida describes her volunteer puppy raising experience this way, “’How can you give her up? I could never do that.’ I hear those words nearly every time I am out in public with my puppy. I am a Canine Companions for independence puppy raiser. One little ball of fur at a time, these puppies come into my home, and learn to be well-behaved dogs who will one day offer service and companionship to someone with a disability. Handing the leashes over to the recipients and their families at graduation www.petplanetmagazine.com
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The age of two to eighteen months is an essential period in a dog’s development. By introducing the puppy to a variety of people, places and situations, puppy raisers help to prepare Canine Companions for Independence puppies for a lifetime of great work. Between the ages of fifteen to eighteen months, the puppy travels to the Canine Companions for Independence training center in Orlando, Florida, to receive six to nine months of professional instruction and to master over 40 commands. The puppy then enters Team Training to be matched with an adult or child with a disability. What Canine Companions for Independence volunteer puppy raisers do: -Provide a safe environment for a puppy who will be the only dog under one year of age in the house. -Work closely with CCI monitoring the puppy’s progress and submit monthly reports. -Attend CCI approved obedience classes. -Teach the puppy manners and basic commands. -Provide financially for the puppy’s food, medical and transportation expenses. -Feed the puppy a diet recommended by CCI. -Provide a kennel or crate for sleeping indoors. -Provide the puppy with age-appropriate socialization opportunities such as public outings and medical appointments. -Keep the puppy on a leash at all times unless in a securely fenced area. -Supervise the young puppy throughout the day. -Agree to return the puppy upon request. If you would like to learn more about Canine Companions for Independence and volunteer puppy raising, please contact Ed Burger at (407) 522-3304 or eburger@cci.org. You can also visit our website at www.cci.org. Raise a Puppy. Change a Life.
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BOOK REVIEW
The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog by Nancy Ellis-Bell c.2008, Harmony Books 245 pages $23.00 / $25.95 Canada
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You weren’t really looking for another pet, but something in the classifieds caught your eye. When you called the number, got directions and drove over to look, you were planning on just that: a look. Famous last words. Who could resist those little faces, those clumsy paws, those chubby little bellies? Not you. So the newest member of the family is settling in right nicely. Literary agent Nancy Ellis-Bell is also a sucker for a cute face, and in her new book The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog, you’ll read about an adoption that turned into avian adoration. Nancy Ellis-Bell had a “track record” with animals that had been abused or abandoned. Many of the critters she shared her life with were ones who needed a better home, and Ellis-Bell and her husband were eager to provide one. So when, at the end of Parrot Weekend Experience (a sort-of immersion class), she agreed to take a wild-caught blue-and-gold macaw, Ellis-Bell was eager but reluctant. She had wanted an African Grey parrot. They’re smaller and easier to live with, calmer in temperament and with better lingual abilities. Still, the onelegged macaw needed a home. Renamed “Sarah”, the bird took residence in a corner of the cramped trailer-house in which already lived two dogs, two cats, and two humans. Because she was captured in the wild, Sarah had “issues.” She screamed often; so much so that a neighbor called the police with a domestic violence 22
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report. Sarah bit and drew blood and for that reason, she couldn’t be touched. She “notched” furniture as she climbed, and she chewed possessions to destruction. Although she was somewhat tolerant with a pair of conures that eventually joined the family, she bullied the resident dogs and cats to flee, and the lack of harmony in the animal’s lives spilled over into the human’s lives. But a wild bird is a wild bird, and Ellis-Bell was eager to allow Sarah to spread her wings, literally. After checking with other bird-lovers, she allowed Sarah to freely explore the outdoors. Ellis-Bell says she knew the dangers: updrafts and predators could carry a bird away; food can be scarce but disease, rampant; and there is no way to fence a 50-foot tree. She just never thought her beloved macaw would tempt fate. Is your love for the birds? Then The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog is for birds of a feather like yours. Anyone who’s ever rescued an animal or tried to live with a “problem pet” will sympathize with the trials about which author Nancy Ellis-Bell writes. I couldn’t imagine loving an animal that much, yet not being able to pet, caress, and touch it. Without giving up the ending of this book, it will bring you to tears when Ellis-Bell finally gets to show Sarah some long-awaited tactile affection. If you love to nest with a good winter’s read, snatch up this book quick. The Parrot Who Thought She Was a Dog is for bird-brains and all animal lovers.
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ow precious would it be to have a fuzzy, brown puppy tied with a red, satin bow sitting under the tree on a crisp Christmas morning? Or how about a cuddly, soft bunny or a feisty little kitten, all of which couldn’t be more exciting to receive during the holidays, right? Perhaps, that is, if you’re trying to instill the notion of disposable pets to your family. If so, this is precisely the route you should take. Often, animals become disposable, as in, unnecessarily re-homed because of lack of preparation before introduction into a new home. Often, pet owners don’t consider their pets as a member of the family, but view them more like entertainment. In the United States, for every one human, there are five homeless pets. Receiving a pet you didn’t choose yourself is never a safe bet. Sherri Conners, an assistant director of an animal rescue organization said, “We tell our potential adopters that not every pet is right for every family, and not every family is right for every pet.” Conners also expressed, “Most animals adopted by families who don’t involve all members of the family, such as the husband or the wife, are returned in less than two months because of a contradictive opinion about owning the pet. Most people look for specific details in an animal, such as breed, size and temperament. Reasons behind this contradiction will vary from person to person, such as the activity level of their household or the age of their children. When families neglect to discuss the ownership of a new pet, these concerns fail to become known until it’s too late.” According to the Humane Society of the United States, animals are statistically proven to be less fortunate creatures amongst the world of humans in that only one in three pets will remain with the same owner their entire lifetime. Considering most animals only live about a decade, this is a very disturbing fact indeed. While our world consists of interests outside of our pets, their existence depends entirely on the love, companionship and socialization humans provide. The acquisition of a new pet shouldn’t be an impulsive purchase. However, if you’re truly set on giving a pet as a gift, perhaps a simple IOU or handcrafted certificate for the pet of their choice can be given instead. Then, when the time is right, all members of the family can participate in choosing the right pet for their family and lifestyle. There are internet sources, books and shelter organizations available, which are helpful in educating new pet owners with choosing the right pet. As an upcoming pet owner, be aware of the financial responsibilities, such as annual veterinary care, supplies and foods that are associated with pet ownership. Be sure everyone in the home is agreeable to the individual pet that’s chosen. Also,
remember to ensure that no one in the home is affected by allergies caused from pets or pet dander. Preparing yourself before the arrival of your new pet allows you to spend more time with training, and getting to know and love your pet right from the start. From hamsters to rabbits, dogs and cats, and even birds and reptiles, animals have been considered a romantic and sentimental gift for centuries. Although a common trait of our history, it’s best to educate yourself about responsible pet ownership and the significance of pet maintenance. Christmas isn’t the only traditional occasion when animals are given as gifts. The ASPCA bears in mind that Easter holds the same destiny for rabbits. Rabbits are the third most common animal found in shelters, but are the most difficult to find adequate homes for where they’re treated as companion animals, as they should be. The ASPCA promotes the Make Mine Chocolate campaign, founded in 2002 by the Columbus House Rabbit Society. The campaign aims to educate the public about the challenges of owning a rabbit and encourages parents to give chocolate or toy bunnies as Easter gifts instead of live rabbits. More information can be found on the group’s website www. makeminechocolate.org. Animals become disposable more often than just during gift giving holidays, in that Hallowe’en is a disastrous time for pets, especially for black cats. Many people obtain them to use for decoration, demonstration and the sport of satanic practices, only to discard them afterwards. Animal shelters may now take measures to reduce or even eliminate the adoption of cats in the month of October in an attempt to protect them from the All Hallow’s Eve celebrations. Unfortunately, in today’s satanic cult practices, cats of nearly any color are used for sacrifice, mutilation and torture. Through the years, expansion of these practices has transitioned as far as teenagers using animals just for the spookiness of the occasion. Then, the cats are left homeless when the night is over—if the animals are even still alive. Remember to keep a close watch on your fourlegged friends during the months of September and October to ensure their safety of the possible nightmares Hallowe’en can bring. Our pets don’t appreciate the collage of noise: shuffling trick-ortreaters and party goers. Also, keep in mind that animals kept outdoors during this time become a target subject for theft and pranks, which can range from comical to downright cruel. No matter what the occasion, protect your pets by making the right decisions for your family and for the animals. More information about holiday hazards, general pet ownership and choosing the right pet can be found online at the Humane Society of the United States www.hsus.org. www.petplanetmagazine.com
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Physical vs. Mental Stimulation by Susan McNichol illustration by Eric Althin
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oes this description sound familiar to you: “My dog, Ranger, just won’t settle down. He seems to have an endless supply of energy, even after running around all day.” This is a common description shared by many Bark Busters clients during our initial conversation. If this sounds familiar to you, the first question to ask yourself is “How am I stimulating my dog’s mind?” If your answer is “I do not know,” following are some suggestions to help you differentiate between physical and mental exercise, which in turn will help tire your bundle of joy. This is an area where there is a parallel between dogs and people. If you have a mentally stimulating day where your brain really gets a workout, you are usually very tired and ready to just relax. If you don’t have any mental stimulation, you have more energy at the end of the day. The same holds true with your dog. Have you noticed that a physical workout energizes you? The physical conditioning builds more stamina. It’s the same with dogs. There is a point where the exercise will tire them, but it takes a lot! Dogs can run and run for hours and still be ready for more, but 10 to 15 minutes of making them concentrate and THINK is exhausting, and they’ll be ready for a nap. Just as the physical exercise will give you and your dog physical stamina, exercising the brain will build mental stamina. So, how can you exercise your dog’s brain? Obedience training is one great way. Making your dog sit and stay, correcting his mistakes and praising him for the right behavior is a great way of stimulating his brain. He needs to think about what he’s doing and he needs to concentrate. He doesn’t want a correction. He wants to be praised, so he has to think about what he’s doing. A very slow walk—making sure he is right next to you—is another brain-stimulating exercise. The
slower you walk, the more your dog has to think about what he’s doing. We’ve seen, over and over again, very high-energy dogs crash as soon as they come back from a very structured five-to-tenminute walk. A “power walk” will give them more energy, but a walk that requires brain power will be exhausting. Puzzles are a great way to mentally stimulate your dog’s brain. Take one of his favorite treats, let him sniff it and then hide it. Let him try to find it or tie it inside an old towel and make him figure out how to get it out. Scatter feeding is another great mental game. Your dog will have to search for his supper. Scatter feeding also works well if your dog has a tendency to wolf down his food. We’ve never met a dog that didn’t love this game. The more you exercise your dog’s brain, the happier and calmer he’ll be. He does need physical exercise, just as we do, but he also needs mental stimulation. Dogs who are bored are more likely to get into trouble. If your dog is digging or chewing inappropriate items or if he’s running all over the house out of control, look at the mental side of the equation. A mentally stimulated dog is a tired dog and a tired dog is a calm dog. A calm dog is a happy dog and that’s what we all want.
Susan McNichol is one of eight Bark Busters’ dog behavioral therapists and trainers serving South Florida. Bark Busters is the world’s largest dog training company. Its trainers, who have trained more than 400,000 dogs worldwide, are renowned authorities in correcting dog behavior with all-natural, dog-friendly methods. Bark Busters training is the only service of its kind that offers guaranteed lifetime support. For more information, call 1-877-500-BARK (2275) or visit www.BarkBusters.com.
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PAWS For Life Feeds Homeless Animals PAWS For Life is a brand new non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping thousands of homeless and helpless dogs and cats. Paws For Life, Inc. is founded and funded by Absolute Flooring Systems, Inc. of Oakland Park, Florida, which is just north of Fort Lauderdale. This flooring store with a heart gives back by providing the office space and support for PAWS For Life and also offers great pet-friendly flooring. A percentage of Absolute Flooring Systems, Inc. sales goes to PAWS for Life, which makes a portion of any purchase from them a tax deductible donation. PAWS For Life provides a food stamp program for dog and cat owners who are disabled or unable to afford food for their pets, or for any necessary or emergency pet bills. This service can be used by pet owners who have been affected by the eco-
nomic crunch, those who are disabled or those who have been laid off and are struggling financially, by showing simple documentation verifying their situation. People who believe they qualify can start the process by visiting the PAWS For Life office and speaking with the staff. Upon approval, assistance begins the same day in most cases. PAWS For Life also gives dogs and cats that are awaiting euthanasia another chance at life by teaming up with the foster homes PAWS helps support. Together they visit area shelters and pull out the animals awaiting euthanasia, assuring their safety by putting them in a PAWS-supported foster home. Once a month, every month, PAWS For Life holds a pet adoption expo at the Absolute Flooring Systems Inc. store, located at 3213 North Dixie Highway in Oakland Park. PAWS For Life also raises funds for neutering and spaying. It even supports existing temporary shelters by providing them with food for the pets that are waiting to be adopted into loving homes Please help PAWS For Life. Help our four-legged companions by opening your heart, your home or your wallet—and let’s love our pets! Donations can be made to: PAWS For Life, 3213 North Dixie Highway Oakland Park, FL 33334 or by phone at 954-467-8281
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UNDERSTANDING END-OF-LIFE ISSUES IN PETS If you have a senior pet, it is possible that he or she is suffering from a chronic disease that occurs more frequently in older animals. Some pets suffer silently but others show signs of pain or discomfort. As your pet’s guardian, it is important to recognize these signs and act accordingly. In some chronic diseases that are severe or untreatable, euthanasia is the only humane option. As a veterinarian, I take the responsibility of euthanasia very seriously. I believe I am the patient’s advocate because animals cannot speak for themselves. But there are often unspoken ways that animals show suffering. In this article we will review the most important signs of suffering that responsible pet owners must recognize if their animals are experiencing end of life issues.
denly, there may be a serious problem. If the loss of appetite is associated with chronic vomiting there is usually a serious internal problem. Sometimes chronic vomiting can be associated with seemingly unrelated disease processes such as kidney diseases (especially in cats) and liver disease.
Pain is in my opinion the most important quality of life issue that I consistently see in my patients. The two most serious causes of chronic pain in older dogs and cats are cancer and arthritis. In many cases the pain can be treated with anti-inflammatory medication and/or narcotics. Regular blood testing is important to determine if these medications are safe for your pet. If your animal’s pain is unresponsive to medication, there are certain signs that one must recognize. If your pet is reluctant to move, less responsive when you call, or snaps at you when touched, it may be an indication of severe pain.
Loss of responsiveness may be a vague but important sign of disease. Many senior pets experience loss of vision and/or hearing and these problems may contribute to loss of responsiveness. But if an animal has truly ‘given up” and become detached there are usually signs.
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Breathing difficulty may commonly be associated with serious diseases. If an animal has an enlarged heart (especially in older small breed dogs) or fluid accumulation in the chest or the abdomen, there may be a cough or a restricted breathing pattern. If your veterinarian is able to diagnose the problem (usually with an x-ray) and medication is not effective, a severe chronic cough may indicate a significant quality of life issue.
If you think that your pet has reached the point when euthanasia is an option, I suggest that you schedule a consultation with your veterinarian. Euthanasia is not a black and white issue. There are many factors, both objective and subjective, that may enter into the decision-making process. Usually the responsibilty of the veterinarian is to assist a client with the objective aspect of the decision. Sometimes it is best to trust your hunch if you truly believe in your heart that your pet has reached the point where euthanasia is the best option.
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Food Is NOT Love by Tina Valant-Siebelts illustration by Eric Althin
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rowing up, I hated red meat; my sister despised veggies. We’d swap under the table—until we got busted. You also may have participated in or witnessed dinner table stand-offs, as in “You can sit there all night, or finish your meal, now!” I recall staring down a slice of pork roast, visualizing aliens zapping it up. Why are parents so hard on their kids? Clearly it’s because they care about their health. Amazingly, these may be the same people who feed their pets table food and purchase pet treats/food without reading the labels. Double standard, wouldn’t you agree? So what about our pet’s health and wellbeing? Could you imagine her saying, “Does this harness make me look fat?” Can you feel your dog’s ribcage? If you look at your dog from the side when she’s standing, is her tummy tucked up? From above, view your dog’s back while he is standing. Is there an indentation between the ribs and hips? If you said “NO” to one or more of these questions, then your dog is most likely overweight. At a recent pet event, I met a very “meaty” bulldog. I asked the owner what and how much he feeds. While I was delighted he feeds the holistic food that I do, I audibly gasped at the portion size. “But he looks so hungry, and he loves his new food,” he stated. If your human child refused to eat anything except candy, is that all you would offer? What would his skin and teeth look like? How would her bones develop and internal organs function? If she got sick or injured, how fast would she heal? Food is NOT love! There are many better ways to show your pet—or your child—love (which actually means, your precious time and attention). Obesity can cause strain on joints, make the heart and organs work 38
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overtime, and lead to diabetes, even reduce the life span. Do you really want THAT on your conscience, or can you live with the “feed me, I’m starving” face? What is an appropriate portion? Do NOT just go by the back of the label. Consider the ingredients; if your pet is under- or overweight; and age and activity level. People rationalize, “But that’s all Fifi will eat,” “The commercials are so compelling,” or “Rover just loves those x-eroni.” Mostly everything found in your pet aisle contains corn, wheat and/or byproducts; these are all basically junk food and allergens. Anything on a shelf can be six to eighteen months old – meaning they are chock full of preservatives. Check the batch date, and educate yourself on what you are REALLY putting in your pet’s bowl. Your dog won’t eat anything but xxx? When she gets hungry enough, the stand-off will end—she will eat. Pets like routine, and are often hesitant to change. You can ease this by changing out a third of the old food with a third of the new, for a few days, then half and half, for a day or so; then all new (healthy) food. Do you free-feed (allowing them to nibble 24/7)? Trainers and behaviorists affirm this is not a good practice. Offer your pet an appropriate portion for twenty to thirty minutes in the morning. Whatever is not consumed, cover, put away, and offer at dinner time. We hold vital keys to our pet’s health and happiness: the care we give them and what we serve to them. As pet parents dedicated to our fur-children’s health, safety and well-being, don’t we owe them the same care, diligence, and attention we received as growing children? No more double standard: be the pack leader!
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Oh Behave! Confounded by your canine? Frustrated by your feline? Relax. Pet expert Arden Moore, America’s Pet Edu-tainer™, is here to deliver the real truth about cats, dogs…and you, with her column appropriately called, “Oh Behave!”
Diving into Dreamland
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sleep time in the REM stage (although human babies spend up to eighty percent in REM). When cats are not dreaming, they are in the deep sleep phase. This is the time when the body goes to work repairing and regenerating bones and muscles and bolstering the immune system to fend off disease. The only movement you can detect during this sleep stage is the quiet up and down of breathing.
Feline Fact Cats are champion sleepers, but bats and possums actually log more zzzzs. Those animals average twenty hours of sleep each day compared to cats, who average seventeen to eighteen hours.
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If Schotzi is one of those rare dogs who does not like to chew on rawhide, you may need to try a different chew toy to get her attention off your shoes. Take a trip to your local pet supply store and bring her with you. Walk her through the aisles and see which chew toys interest her the most. By letting her pick out her own chew toy, you are making her an active participant in her retraining.
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I’m guessing the shoes in your closet that Schotzi prefers are made of leather. Many dogs find the smell and texture of leather intoxicating. They love the way it feels and tastes when they chew on it. Some people make the mistake of giving old shoes to puppies to chew on when they are little, expecting the pup to know the difference between an old shoe that’s okay to chew and a newer shoe that is off-limits. If Schotzi was given old shoes to gnaw on when she was little, she learned at an early age that shoes are made for chewing. Now, when she wants to gnaw on something, she simply helps herself from your wardrobe. Even if you didn’t give Schotzi shoes when she was a puppy, she is choosing something that smells like you and that reassures her in your absence. Many dogs deal with loneliness or separation anxiety by seeking out their owner’s belongings (to dogs, even a stinky shoe is a comforting reminder of their owners). Your first task is to make sure you don’t tempt her by leaving your closet door ajar. You might try putting self-closing hinges on the closet door or even closing your bedroom door as well. You could store your shoes on shelves above her reach or in a hanging container with pockets that hangs on the back of the door. Next, give her something else to chew. Since she has a penchant for leather, consider a rawhide chew toy as a replacement. Talk to your veterinarian first to make sure rawhide is safe for your dog. Just before you leave the house, give Schotzi one of these rawhide chews and praise her heartedly when she starts working on it. If she isn’t interested at first, a dab of peanut butter or a smear of cheese on the chew will probably increase its attractiveness. In the event that Schotzi does sink her teeth into one of your shoes, and you catch her in the act, take it away from her and trade it for the rawhide chew. In time, she will get the message that shoes are a no and rawhides are a yes.
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fight-or-flight mindset. Outdoor cats are at risk not only from neighborhood dogs; even in suburban areas they often fall victim to coyotes, hawks, and other predators. Their first response is usually to flee if at all possible, either diving into a hiding place or scooting up a tree. A cornered cat can fight fiercely, however, as many a startled (and scratched) dog has discovered. The very tools that make them effective predators become their best defense. That must be where the phrase, “to fight tooth and claw” comes from! No More Nipping
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After my husband of 59 years died, I decided to adopt a puppy. Buddy fills my house with joy and happiness. He makes me laugh and I feel safer having him here. Unfortunately, Buddy likes to nip my hands and arms to get my attention. He isn’t biting aggressively, but his playful nips cause bruises and occasionally, his teeth break my skin. My hands and arms are sore. I tried spraying Bitter Apple on my hands and arms, but Buddy actually likes the taste! What can I do to stop him from being so mouthy?
It is more important, however, to train Buddy not to nip than to rely on repellents. He is bonding with you and needs to know that his nipping hurts. Around eight to ten weeks of age, puppies in litters learn about bite inhibition. When one puppy bites too hard, and his sibling yelps, he learns to soften his play bite. So, when Buddy mouths you too roughly, you need to yelp loudly. In addition, you need to stand up, turn your back on him, and walk slowly away. The message is: “You are not fun right now, and playtime is over.” Buddy wants to play with you and when you walk away, he will learn that mouthing ends good times. That said, Buddy is at an age when he needs to chew. When he gets in a moutmood, offer him some suitable chew toys as substitutes for your hands and arms. When you play with him, use thick rope toys or rubber tugs that provide something safe for Buddy to put his mouth around while protecting your hands and arms. Please resist smacking his muzzle or holding his mouth closed, as these punitive tactics can backfire and cause him to bite more, and harder.
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The Hemingway Home Cat Conundrum By Jaclyn Castek
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he Hemingway Home in Key West has long been known for its feline residents, maybe even more so than for its famous owner. When Ernest Hemingway bought the home at 907 Whitehead Street, he probably never envisioned the historic home—with its current population of around fifty roaming cats—would be involved in a five-year-long battle with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The summer of 2008 brought the five years of arguments, fines and continuous denial of permits to an end, with a solution that followed the USDA’s requirements while maintaining the historical credibility of the Hemingway Home and Museum. It all began in 1931, when Ernest Hemingway purchased the home on Whitehead Street where he lived and worked for 10 years. Legend has it that in 1935, a sea captain friend of Hemingway’s gave him a cat named Snowball, which was more than just an ordinary house cat. This cat was polydactyl, meaning it had extra toes—six on each paw, to be exact. Many of the cats found lounging around the Hemingway Home and Museum today, are the polydactyl descendents of Snowball. The cats have all been named after the author’s wives, his fictional characters, friends, and contemporaries such as Truman Capote, Audrey Hepburn, and Joan Crawford. The home and museum were opened to the public in 1964, and on average welcome about 300,000 tourists each year. The museum is a privately owned business and the care and feeding of the cats are two of the many expenses for which the business is responsible. If one of the cats needs medical attention, it is taken to the vet by a staff member. Also, routine procedures such as ear mite treatment, flea spraying, and worming are performed at the museum. Although the museum staff has always provided excellent care to their feline friends, there has been some speculation about the wellness of the cats from people not involved with the museum. The USDA began sending its people to investigate the situation, based on a complaint made by members of the Florida Keys SPCA, that the home had too many cats, and because of several other complaints of roaming cats. Aside from a six-foothigh brick-and-mortar fence that Hemingway built around the property in 1937, practically no other actions had been taken or requested until 2003, when the USDA stepped in. The USDA’s investigations included “staking out” the Hemingway Home for evidence of escaping cats, and midwinter visits to the sunny south Florida location by higher ranking Washington-based officials to access the situation.
“Over the years the USDA has made several recommendations to the Hemingway Home,” said Public Relations Manager for Purr…fect Fence, Katie White, “but none of them were practical because they would irreparably damage the historic landmark, be cruel to the cats and dangerous to the approximately half million annual museum visitors.” In a good faith attempt to appease the USDA, Hemingway Home constructed a chicken wire top to the walls surrounding the property but the USDA dismissed it as insufficient. Finally, after nearly four years of disputes, the USDA suggested that a third party expert should be brought in to help determine a solution. The Hemingway Home agreed and animal behaviorist expert and University of Florida Professor Dr. Terry Curtis was brought into evaluate the property. She determined that the Hemingway property could be secured without safety concerns for people or cats and without sacrificing the property’s historical integrity. Her proposed solution would also be in complete compliance with the USDA law. Dr. Curtis recommended that the perimeter of the Hemingway House and Museum be secured with a special fence designed by Purr…fect Fence, an feline-escape-proof cat fencing system. Curtis said she first came into contact with the Purr…fect Fence during her behavior residency in Athens, GA where the residence used the fence to enclose its 28 cats. “It worked great for them and I started to recommend that product, along with others like it, to clients and other veterinarians,” Curtis said. “There are so many cases where cats need to be outside but safe—and the Purr…fect Fence does a great job of allowing that to happen.” “Our fence system is not an addition to a traditional fence made of wood or chain link, but a completely freestanding fence,” White said. The Purr…fect Fence is made of two different, but very similar looking materials. The majority of the fence is a UV treated polypropylene mesh, which is very strong yet very flexible and was originally designed to keep deer out of larger properties. It has been said that the material is strong enough to have a deer run into it and then bounce off. It is claimed to be stable enough to last over ten years, even under the scorching Florida sun.
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“The advantage of this material over a stiffer wire product is that its flexibility makes it very difficult for most cats to climb,” said Matt Hough, Vice President for Purr…fect Fence. At the very bottom of the fence is a welded steel wire grid that is galvanized and powder coated that is used to prevent rodents, who are notorious plastic chewers, from making holes in the fence through which a cat could escape. One of the most useful features of the fence is the multi-angled top portion of the fence that the company says will turn even the craftiest cat back towards the ground.
that a regular homeowner putting up the equivalent amount of fence would.
“Earlier this year the Hemingway Home bought and tested a section of the Purr…fect Fence on a section of their perimeter,” said Hough. “The museum’s management and staff were impressed with its construction, functionality and minimal visual impact to the property.”
So now, after five years, the battle between the USDA and the Hemingway Home and Museum in Key West Florida has come to a peaceful conclusion. After an inspector visited the property and determined the Hemingway Home and Museum was in complete compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, the USDA finally granted the Hemingway Home their long-awaited license.
When the museum made the decision to complete the project with materials from Purr...fect Fence, Hough and his team at Purr…fect Fence were delighted to be part of the project, and donated the balance of the fence and other materials needed to complete the project. This equals about $7,800.00, which accounts for 800 feet of fencing, five gates, shipping costs, installation, tools and travel costs. Hough has made several visits to the Hemingway Home to inspect the installation of the Purr…fect Fence and make sure the project stayed in compliance with the USDA laws. The project, completed by local fencing company F & W Fencing, took about six weeks from start to finish. However, Hough said the Hemingway Home project had a lot more to consider, like historical preservation and township and county regulations,
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The polypropylene fence material is said to last from ten years to possibly more than fifteen years, depending on UV exposure. “Although our product has not been in existence long enough to experience this,” Hough said. “it is likely that in seven or eight years some of our first customers will call order replacement plastic fence.”
The Hemingway Home and Museum staff and supporters are thrilled with the outcome of the Purr… fect Fence installation project. “We feel the fence has been an exciting solution and protects the health and welfare of the cats while protecting the integrity of the history of the property,” the museum’s Public Affairs Director, Dave Gonzales said. “It actually blends very well into the background of the colorful grounds and gardens.” All aesthetics aside, the Purr…fect Fence will end up saving the museum tons of money in fines, and allow the staff to focus on caring for the cats and keeping the museum open for many more visitors for years to come.
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dog rescue organizations
Canine Beach, Ft.Lauderdale...........954 - 761 - 5346 Hobe Sound Beach..........................772 - 546 - 6141 Jupiter Beach........................A1A & Xanadu Road Dog Beach of Hollywood ~ Fee........www.dboh.org
Adopt-A-Bull Rescue, Inc........................................... WEB: adoptabullrescue.com........... 954 - 802 - 1442 Alaskan Malamute..............................561 - 241 - 2347 Australian Shepherd Rescue....................................... WEB: aussierescue.org..................... 561 - 945 - 6363 Boston Terrier..................................... 561 - 495 - 4920 Boxer Friends Inc......................................................... WEB: boxerfriends.org Buddies thru Bullies...........................305 - 666 - 8870 Chihuahua Rescue...................................................... WEB: chihuahua-rescue.com.......... 954 - 989 - 9766 Cocker Spaniel................................... 954 - 566 - 6634 Dalmation Rescue....................................................... WEB: dalmationrescue.com............ 305 - 940 - 3320 Florida Doberman Rescue.................. 954 - 581 - 9198 WEB: fldobermanrescue.bizland.com English Bulldog Rescue...................... 561 - 964 - 6070 305 - 666 - 8870 Florida Keeshond Rescue................... 904 - 223 - 6591 French Bull Dog.......................................................... WEB: frenchbulldogrescue.org........ 305 - 935 - 6106 Friends of Greyhounds Inc.................. 954 - 578 - 0072 Golden Retriever................................ 561 - 715 - 0477 WEB: goldenrescuesouthflorida.com Great Dane........................................954 - 389 - 5389 561 - 748 - 4017 Greyhound......................................... 954 - 925 - 7758 Greyhound Adoption League.............561 - 615 - 0818 Greyhound Pets of America...............561 - 737 -1941 K94U Rescue.....................................954 - 349 - 5859 WEB: k94urescue.com Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida Inc............... WEB: labradorrescue.net Magnolia Setter Rescue......................352 - 821 - 2155 Old English Sheep Dog.......................954 - 434 - 4970 Pug Club.............................................954 - 785 - 2515 Pug Rescue (CPR - east coast).......... 305 - 653 - 6531 Planet Pugs Rescue............................. 561 - 963 - 4554 Rescue Rehab Home...........................561 - 241 - 3676 Rottweiler Rescue........................................................ WEB: ggarr.org................................. 954 - 815 - 6363 Sabbath Memorial Dog Rescue.........305 - 634 - 1212 ShihTzu Rescue................................954 - 680 - 6456 South Florida Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc............... WEB: sibrescue.com...........................954 - 540 - 7373 Saint Bernard....................................561 - 689 - 1911 Sunshine Airedalers Club.................561 - 707 - 8028 Sunshine All Breed Rescue Inc.........954 - 612 - 0794 Yorkie Rescue...................................954 - 476 - 5918 Yorkie Friends Rescue....................... 239 - 574 -9253 www.petplanetmagazine.com 55
Bird rescue Avian Protection Society........................................... WEB: avianprotectors.homestead.com/Rescue Feline-N-Feathers S. FL Rescue...... 954 - 943 - 5455 Lucky Parrot Sanctuary, Inc...................................... WEB: luckyparrot.org Safe Haven (Avian Placement Services)................... WEB: safehavenfl.org..................... 727 - 712 - 8012
cat rescue organizations Carlow Cats..................................... 561 - 667 - 7779 Cats Exclusive................................. 954 - 975 - 8349 Feline-N-Feathers S. FL Rescue...... 954 - 943 - 5455 Stray Aid and Rescue.............................................. WEB: strayaid.org.......................... 954 - 816 - 0799 The Cat Network...........................305 - 255 - 3482
cat & dog rescue A Second Chance Rescue................. 561 - 333 - 1100 Allen Babcock Rescue Inc............... 954 - 474 - 8198 Animal-Aid.com..............animalaidinc@aol.com Animal Rescue Force of South Florida, Inc........ WEB: animalrescueforce.org Chesed Rescue................................. 561 - 213 - 5773 Grateful Paws Dog & Cat Rescue... 954 - 462 - 8840 Raining Cats and Dogs.................. 561 - 929 - 0759 Rescue Rehab Home...................... 561 - 241 - 3676 Stray Aid & Rescue Inc.................... 954 - 816 - 0799 Tri-County Humane Society........... 561 - 482 - 8110
dog Parks of south florida (leash required)
Birch State Park, Ft. Lauderdale.... 954 - 564 - 4521 Easterlin Park, Oakland Park........ 954 - 816 - 0799 John Prince Park, Lake Worth, 2700 6th Ave South Markham Park, Sunrise................. 954 - 389 - 2000 Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield........ 954 - 360 - 1315 South County Regional Park, Boca Raton............... 561 - 966 - 6600 Tree Tops Park, Davie..................... 954 - 370 - 3750
off leash ~ dog Parks Bark Park/Snyder Park, Ft. Laud... 954 - 828 - 3647 Boca Raton Dog Park....................... 561 - 393 - 7821 Colohatchee Park, Wilton Manors.... 561 - 393 - 7821 Lake Ida Dog Park, DelRay Beach.... 561 - 966 - 6664
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Wildlife emergency numbers
Broward Ferret Rescue....................954 - 977 - 4583 WEB: browardferretrescue.org Ferrets in the Sun Club and Rescue........................ E-mail: Rescue@ferretsinthesun.com
Broward County Health Dept....... 954 - 467 - 4804 Pelican Harbor (Sea Birds)............305 - 751 - 9840 Rascals Wildlife Care.....................954 - 779 - 0364 Wee Care........................................305 - 248 - 0947 Wildlife Care Center......................954 - 524 - 4302 Wildlife Research Team ~ WRT.....954 - 630 - 0097 WEB: wildlife-research-team.org...954 - 554 - 5902
loW cost spay & neuter A.R.F.F..........................................954 - 615 - 2733 Discount Spay and Neuter............. 954 - 989 - 9879 Humane Society of Broward County...................... 954 - 463 - Spay Spay Shuttle..................................561 - 233 - 1200
other important numbers A Rescued Pet is Wonderful............954 - 566 - 5069 Abandoned Pet Rescue................... 954 - 728 - 9010 Adopt A Pet....................................305 - 257 - 2275 Adopt A Stray.................................954 - 966 - 8382 Animal Aid Inc...............................954 - 730 - 8398 Broward Cnty Lost and Found........954 - 359 - 1318 Broward Ferret Rescue...................561 - 988 - 2635 Broward Sheriff ’s Office Animal Abuse Unit......... 954 - 321 - 4830 Pets In Distress..............................954 - 472 - 8667 Born Free Pet Shelter..................... 305 - 361 - 5507 Companion Animal Rescue...........305 - 895 - 8514 Find Lost Pets and Investigate Cruelty................... 800 - 877 - 8729 Friends Forever Rescue.................786 - 229 - 9002 Hobo’s Wish..................................954 - 983 - 4769 Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League..................... 561 - 686 - 3663 Pet Rescue Inc...............................305 - 621 - 8354 Pets and Animals in Distress.........954 - 202 - 9991 Pets at Risk Rescue........................305 - 940 - 3320 Pets in Distress of Miami Dade County................. 305 - 234 - 4536 Redland Rescue Inc...................... 786 - 243 - 1890 Report Animal Cruelty................. 954 - 493 - TIPS SAD SAC Inc................................561 - 736 - 1313 Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary............................... (Ext. 2) 561 - 747 - 1598 Save the Pets..................................954 - 304 - 2213 South Florida Partners for Pets... 786 - 263 - 1709 The Florida Humane Society.......954 - 570 - 7678 56 The Pet Planet Magazine WINTER 2008/2009
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national pet products & services dog bakery Howl ‘N Great Dog Bakery........... 954 - 726 - 2524 WEB: howlngreatdogbakery.com
dog breeders Bulljockeys ~ Breeder....................... 954 - 864 - 3047 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 56 - Heaven Scent
fencing Purr-fect Fence................................ 888 - 280 - 4066 See our Ad in the Product Guide on page 24
pet medications (flea & tick) 1-800-PetMeds.com....................... 800 - Pet - Meds
pet products Anxiety Wrap~ Stop Storm Fear....... 877 - 652 - 1266 See our Ad on page 37
Chilly Dog ~ Ultimate Snuggle Bed.......... 888 - 482 - 5031 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
Friendly Dog Leash............................. 888 - 701 - 4083 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 56
Golden Paws Online..................... 800 - 672 - 6868 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
Go Packs ~ Be Prepared!.............www.aid2gopacks.com See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 56
Jazzy Tags...............................................JazzyTags.com See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 55
RoamEO ~ GPS for Pets...................... 651 - 636 - 5695 See our Ad on page 25 ~ www.RoamEOforPets.com
pet stores & boutiques All Designer Pet Products ~ Calif......408 - 497 - 4897 WEB: alldesignerpetproducts.com See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 54
pet travel Furry Travelers, Inc...................... 866 - 553 - 8779 See our Ad in the Product Guide on page 24
Pet Travel Store................................... 877 - 241 - 0184 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
CENTRAL FLORIDA - ADVERTISERS AlternAtive / HomeopAtHic HeAltH Rocky’s Retreat Canine Wellness.... 407 - 758 - 8309 See our Ad on page 17
The Natural Canine.....................NaturalCanine.com See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
BoArding & doggie dAy cAre Rangers Pet Outpost & Retreat....... 407 - 894 - 4884 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
Pet Resort of Apopka.................... 407 - 884 - 8924 See our Ad on page 43
nAturAl & Holistic pet products Pookie’s Pet Nutrition & Bakery..... 407 - 622 - 7387 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
pet Friendly products & services Dean’s Pest Control........................... 352 - 787 - 5300 See our Ad on page 9
RoamEO ~ GPS for Pets...................... 651 - 636 - 5695 See our Ad on page 25 ~ www.RoamEOforPets.com
pet grooming orlAndo
(scHool) Central Florida School of Grooming ........................................................407 - 240 - 5559 See our Ad on page 23
Rangers Pet Outpost & Retreat....... 407 - 894 - 4884 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
veterinAriAns & AnimAl clinics clermont
All Care Animal Hospital...............352 - 394 - 7444
orlAndo Hiawassee Veterinary Clinic.............407 - 299 - 3969 See our Ad in the Business Card Directory, page 57
cAt & dog rescue A Better Life Pet Rescue....................407 - 595 - 7720 ...........................................................407 - 616 - 5634 ARNI Foundation.............................904 - 267 - 0277 Greyhound Rescue............................407 - 332 - 9209 Guardian Angels Pet Rescue, Inc.....407 - 568- 8168 Houndhaven Dog Adoption........................................ WEB: houndhaven.org..................... 352 - 243 - 9795 Operation Catnip.............................. 352 - 380 - 0940 Polk County Animal Control Svcs....863-499-2600 South Lake Animal League.......................... WEB: slal.org.............................352 - 409 - 7231 dog pArks oF centrAl FloridA LAKE COUNTY
Pear Park - Go north on Hwy 27 past Spanish Village, make your first left on University Blvd. Go about one mile; Pear Park is on the left. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required. Fenced in park with one side of the park set aside for larger dogs and another for smaller dogs. Open Daily.
PET PLANET PAGES dog pArks, continued LAKE COUNTY
Dog Park - Take Highway 27 north to SR 19 north. Go through Howey in the Hills; make a right at the stoplight and continue on SR 19. Proceed four miles to Lake Idamere and turn right (across from the large Boat Storage) Dog Park is on left.
WINTER GARDEN
Go west on Highway 50 toward Winter Garden; turn left on Beulah (street is between Mobil Gas Station and Shirley’s Antiques). Go under the overpass to Beard Street and turn left; Dog Park is on the right, directly behind West Orange High School. Park is fenced in.
DOWNTOWN ORLANDO
Take the 408 to the Mills Road exit and turn right to Anderson. First parking area on the right. Park is around back. Urban Wetlands Park is next to a cemetery. Dog Park has a few nice ponds, walking trails and grassy hills.
WINTER PARK
Take 436 to Aloma, left to Lakemont. Turn left; pass by the hospital on the left. Continue straight through two lights, Dog Park is on the left. Park is fenced in and has a nice lake, grassy area, boat ramp, picnic area with grills and bathrooms.
dog rescue orgAnizAtions Greyhound Pets of America - Orlando 407-332-4754 Humane Society ~ Central Florida.... 407-836-3111 Humane Society ~ Lake County........ 352-589-7400 Humane Society ~ Leesburg.............. 352-669-3312 Humane Society ~ Marion County.... 352-854-8230 Humane Society ~ Orlando............... 407-351-7722 Humane Society ~ Polk County......... 863-324-5227 Humane Society ~ Seminole County.. 407-323-8685 Humane Society ~ South Brevard...... 321-259-0601 Humane Society ~ West Volusia........ 386-734-2450 Yorkie Friends Rescue........................... 239 - 574 -9253 low cost spAy & neuter South Lake Animal League......... 352 - 409 - 7231 wildliFe emergency pHone numBers Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge........ 407-568-5138 ...............................................................
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