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VOLUNTEERS COME TO THE RESCUE THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA
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A call comes in from a local small town high kill shelter needing last minute help. They have a little Pit Bull Terrier and a Blue Heeler that they have housed past the 3 to 5 day limit. It is a sad day for the shelter control officer; it is hard to be the one responsible for putting the dogs down. He makes a last minute effort to ask a few rescue groups for help; a daily scenario for the shelters in Utah.
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ANIMALS NEED YOUR HELP
A local rescue gets the word and sends an alert across social media asking if they can arrange for foster care and would someone be willing to make the 6 hour round trip drive to pick the dogs up? The answer is yes! Everyone jumps into action, and the dogs are saved in the nick of time. In the world of animal rescue a little bit of help goes a long way. There are many ways you, as a volunteer, may be able to help. Rescue groups need foster homes, transport drivers, cage cleaners, dog walkers, laundry service help, hug givers, call makers, social media experts, and help for senior citizens with pets. Please help if you can! Chris Dickinson Photography
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• • • November Calendar of Events • • • Utah Animal Adoption Center Home For The Holidays - Adoption Fees Waved from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31 - More info on pg. 14
Pooch On The Pond - Humane Society of Utah Fundraiser - Saturday, Nov. 9, Utah Grizzlies vs. Ontario Reigh at 7:05pm Tickets: 801.506.2401
Ching Farm - 15th Annual Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner - Saturday, Nov. 9, Doors Open at 5pm, Wasatch Presbyterian Church - More info on pg. 5
Fun & Frolic Consignment Shop Merchant Member of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30 - More info on pg. 23
Healthy Pets Mtn. West - 801.944.7353 Adoptathon on Nov. 9 & 23 Holiday Pictures w/ Your Pet on Nov. 23 & Dec. 7 - More info on pg. 12
Humane Society of Utah - Hope For The Holidays Telathon with Fox 13 Now - Sunday, Dec. 1 from 11am - 2pm - More info on pg. 31
Send in your events for December and January now! Please email info@petsinthecitymagazine.com PUBLISHER PICM Publishing, LLC
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STAFF WRITERS / MARKETING Chanté McCoy Elizabeth Cornwall Heidi Gertsch James Maughan Jennafer Martin Megan Waller CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Alissa Grover, DC, CAC Lynn McCarron, DVM Tonya Landon
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GUEST WRITERS Angela Murdock Best Friends Animal Society - Denise LeBeau Bobbie Pyron Dixie Seiter Ronie Wheelwright Sharon Opfermann SLCo Pit Crew - Randee Lueker
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READER SUBMISSION Jennifer Hawkins
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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHERS NOVEMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS PET PEEVES - How Do We Appreciate Thee? Let Me Count The Ways - Chanté McCoy SHELTER IN THE STORM - The Purple Paw Project - Bobbie Pyron EXPERT ADVICE Cold Weather Concerns - Dr. Lynn McCarron Why Your Dog Needs a Tune-Up - Dr. Alissa Grover SAVING LIVES - Happy Hawkins Reader Submission - Jennifer Hawkins TEAM AGILITY - Sharon Opfermann RESCUE ME YOUR TRIBUTES TO VOLUNTEERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN UTAH- SLCo Pit Crew Tributes Debbie Pierce - Randee Lueker / Best Friend’s Animal Society Tributes Sarah Brusik- Denise LeBeau ANIMAL TAILS - James Maughan Little Country Mouse in the Big City – Part 6 THE ANIMAL CARE CENTER BECOMES THE NEW GOLD STANDARD GIVING THANKS 2013 Kids in the City are Thankful for Pets! - Heidi Gertsch ASK STETSON Q & A - Tonya Landon TRUE OR FALSE: CATS GROOM THEMSELVES - Angela Murdock HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Shop Local! Support Our PICM Advertisers! SAYING GOODBYE RANGER’S STORY - Paws & Reflect KEEP YOUR PET BIRD TOXIN FREE - RonaLeigh Wheelwright FAMILY FUN Mystery Celebrity Dot-to-dot Coloring Contest! Book Reviews - Bobbie Pyron YOUR PETS IN THE CITY PHOTOS
A RESCUE PLEA Pets In The City Magazine is dedicated to and encourages rescuing companion animals of all types. There are thousands of animals in Utah and across our nation needing a forever home. If you are interested in rescuing a companion animal, there are over 100 animal rescues in Utah. A good resource is petfinder.com, a nationwide database for companion animals of all types. A rescued animal can be rewarding and lead to a forever grateful love.
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PET PEEVES HOW DO WE APPRECIATE THEE? LET ME COUNT THE WAYS Chanté McCoy In the month marked for expressing gratitude, I’m going with the spirit of Thanksgiving, minimizing my usual peevishness. After all, we are blessed to share our lives with our animal companions and all they share with us. So, I offer a humble litany of thanks for… …Dogs who teach us joy in all that is encountered. From our wagging friends, we learn the need for jaunts outdoors and that water is the best drink of all. Dogs, great and small, model what it is to be family and a good friend: loyal, loving, quick to forgive, and thrilled to see a beloved every time they walk through the door. …Our feline friends who instruct us in the art of stretching often overlooked despite our stressful lives. More introverted than dogs, cats teach us to set aside a space and the time for solitary quiet reflection. With a purr, they teach the value of expressing thanks for simple pleasures in life. And don’t forget the lessons gleaned from a quick cat nap to revitalize for the rest of the day.
…Fish who convey tranquility, mesmerizing us with the beauty found in their aquatic realm. While birds of a feather flock together, fish teach us acceptance of diversity found in their microcosmic communities reflective of their natural homes.
…Long-toothed rabbits, mice, and rats (and fellow rodents) who teach the need for community. They know the warmth of the family nest
This list of animals is incomplete, let alone the listing of their many virtues or the benefits we glean by proximity. This summary only begins to illustrate why we should give thanks for their tolerance and acceptance of us. In return, they ask for gentle handling, water, food, and a home appropriate to their needs. They give much with expectation of little. Shame on the humans who can’t provide in kind (couldn’t help myself with one little finger wag), and a big thank you to those who appreciate the blessings and lessons bestowed on us by the finned, feathered, scaled, and furred.
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…Horses who teach us the value of working together, creating a ballet achieved moving as one. They show us the freedom to be found in a wild frolic and the wisdom of warming down. Horses teach the value of trust earned, for these large-eyed creatures are less quick to friendship than dogs. You know you’ve done well to have the love of a horse.
…Snakes, lizards, and turtles who teach patience, keeping an eye on long-term goals. Reptiles teach the value of finding a sunny spot to bask in warmth. They teach acceptance of a slow pace and meditating on all that is observed.
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…Birds who bring a splash of color to our lives. Ever curious with a keen intelligence, they teach us the ongoing value of taking a perpetual interest in the world around. They also teach us to eat vegetables and fruit.
and contentment of snuggling together and preening one another. They make the most of small places and know the value of frugality.
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Shelter in the Storm Bobbie Pyron
The statistics are heartbreaking: • In 2011, more than 3,400 men, women, and children in Utah entered shelters to escape domestic violence. • There is approximately one domestic violence homicide in Utah every 33 days. • 48% of domestic abuse victims and their children delay leaving abusive situations for fear of what might happen to their animals.
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• 71% of women seeking shelter from domestic violence report that their partner threatened, hurt, or killed their pets.
When the good folks at Friends of
Animals Utah became aware of this issue in early 2012, they knew their organization could help these families who, as Lisa Allison, Executive Director of FOAU so succinctly put it, “have no other avenues.” With this in mind, FOAU launched The Purple Paw Project in late 2012, providing temporary, free shelter to pets of victims of domestic abuse who are transitioning to safe haven. Partnering with Summit County’s Peace House, other domestic violence shelters, the YWCA, and Valley Mental Health, Friends of Animals Utah takes in dogs and cats, provides food, medical care, and love to the animals while the family gets their feet up under them. These victims and families face many obstacles: finding safe housing, money, and mental and physical health issues. Being able to “relieve one obstacle” by taking care of their animals, is, as Lisa Allison says, “amazing.” What makes The Purple Paw Project unique is that it’s open-ended. They will house, feed, and care for the animals as long as it takes for their family to find a new, safe home. The animals are provided free medical care, which often can be extensive because of neglect and abuse. The only requirements for animals coming into the program are they must be spayed or neutered (or allow FOAU to do so if they’re not), current on vaccinations, and the owner must keep in touch with FOAU. Owners are encouraged to come visit their animals as often as they can. How successful has The Purple Paw Project been? Between late August of 2012 through July of 2013, 24 dogs and 2 cats were sheltered by FOAU, with an average stay of 45 days. One dog was cared for by FOAU for 182 days! Of the 26 animals sheltered that year, 22 were reunited with their owners in a safe location. Four of the pets were relinquished to FOAU’s adoption program by their person and re-homed. Just like the victims of domestic abuse trying to rebuild their lives, The Purple Paw Project relies on the kindness of strangers. Although some of the money to fund the program comes from grants, it’s mostly privately funded through donations. As anyone who works in animal rescue knows, it can sometimes be discouraging, tough work. But Lisa Allison positively glows with pride when she talks about The Purple Paw Project. “This is a win-win situation,” Lisa says. “It absolutely changes lives.” To find out more about FOAU, The Purple Paw Project, and how you can help, visit www.foautah.org.
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EXPERT ADVICE
Cold Weather Concerns Lynn A. McCarron, DVM, Diplomate ABVP
Fall is well underway and winter is just around the corner, so it is time to start thinking of how to keep our furry companions comfortable in the cold. Many pets spend a good deal of time outside. Of course, we all want to do whatever is necessary to make sure they are warm enough. Pets with long coats are often very happy in the snow and cold, but some shorthaired animals can become hypothermic without sufficient protection. Below are some key points that may help you decide whether an animal is well equipped to manage cold weather.
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• All animals tolerate cold weather better if they have time to acclimate and are not placed outside in the middle of winter without prior exposure. Pets that spend the majority of their time indoors will only tolerate short periods in the cold, whereas pets that have had more outdoor exposure will have grown longer coats and developed extra fat for insulation. Outdoor pets may need a calorie increase to allow for this and to help maintain their weight. • Short haired pets are more susceptible to cold and may benefit from extra protection. Many dogs will tolerate and appreciate sweaters, coats, and booties to protect their feet. While it may seem obvious, shivering is a sign that an animal is too cold and may be the start of a potential problem with hypothermia. • The SPCA suggests that the bare minimum standard for outdoor pets is consistent water and food supply, including access to a windless shelter. All animals that spend any significant time outside need a shelter from the wind and from rain or snow. Insulated shelters are an added protection for more susceptible animals. Straw bedding will make pets much more warm and cozy. Bedding made of blankets or other cloth is less than ideal, as it may quickly become damp, which provides less warmth and can become moldy. A deep straw bed (not hay) will allow pets to burrow in and stay warm.
• Accessible water and food that is not frozen is very important. Water bowls may need to be changed often to allow animals continuous access to water. Water bowls that are deeper than wide will freeze more slowly. Silicone bowls allow frozen contents to be removed more easily, and spraying foam insulation onto the bottom and around the sides of bowls will reduce freezing. • The Tufts University Veterinary Hospital has developed a scale to assess weather safety for dogs. It takes into account the size of the pet, the thickness of their hair coat, how much shelter and bedding is provided, and the temperature. This may offer owners a guideline in making decisions about their pet’s safety and comfort in cold weather. The Tufts Animal Care and Condition scale may be accessed at : http://www. animalsheltering.org/resources/links/tufts_animal_care_and_ condition_scales.html • Stray and feral cats can often benefit from extra help in cold weather. Shelters must be placed in quiet areas with minimal disturbances or other cats may shun them. They may be made of any water tight substance, ideally made with a small opening about 8 inches in diameter, and placed with the opening facing a quiet, sheltered area. Placing food near the shelter on a regular schedule will allow cats to know when to come and minimize their exposure to bad weather. Your furry friend will be grateful that you are aware of cold weather issues and are addressing them with your pet’s best interests in mind. Of course, if you have any questions about your pet and their exposure to the cold, your veterinarian will always be happy to help! Dr. Lynn McCarron is the owner of University Veterinary Hospital and Diagnostic Center. She is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners, as well as, Board certified in the proper veterinary care of canines and felines. Originally, from Ohio, Dr. McCarron has been practicing in Utah’s 9th District for more than twenty years.
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Why Your Dog Needs a Tune-Up
Alissa Grover, DC, CAC
Have you ever compared taking care of a dog to taking care of a car? Perhaps not, but it is actually an interesting way to look at the needs of our canine friends. After all, the body is like an organic machine and shares many similarities with inorganic machines, such as cars. Both cars and dogs function best and last longer with regular maintenance. A couple of times a year, it is recommended that we take our car to the mechanic for various procedures, such as an oil change, tire rotation and balancing, fluid checks, and replacing any worn-out components, such as spark plugs, timing belt, etc. Doing so can prevent breakdowns, improve performance, and extend the life of your vehicle. In just the same way, regular maintenance of your pet’s spine and joints can prevent injuries, improve performance, and extend the life of your dog. Just as a car with wheels off balance will get worse mileage, wear out the tires, and be more likely to break down, your dog with legs that are off balance will fatigue sooner, wear out its joints, and be more likely to sprain or tear a ligament.
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So where do you take your dog for a canine tuneup? The doggy mechanic, of course: an animal chiropractor! Animal chiropractors specialize in the biomechanical function of the body and how it influences the health of the patient. In the state of Utah, animal chiropractors are required to be certified and obtain a veterinary referral prior to treating an animal. For your pet’s protection, make sure they are qualified and following the laws for their field.
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Part of your car’s tune-up involves making sure that electrical signals are working. It is easy to see a “short” in a wire going to a car light because the light blinks. When a light blinks, the problem is not the light itself; it is due to a block in the power
going to the light. It is the same in a dog’s body, where a misalignment in the spine can put pressure on a nerve and cause problems further down the line. Adjustments can relieve interference on the nerves and allow the body to function more fully. A classic example of this was a Cocker Spaniel that came in with acute onset of hind leg paralysis. I found a significant chiropractic misalignment of the dog’s atlas bone, the top bone of the neck, and adjusted only that segment. The owner reported that the dog slept for the rest of the day and night, and upon waking the next morning, stood up and began walking again! Chiropractic can influence less obvious things as well. One of my regular patients is a Dalmatian with severe allergies. Chiropractic adjustments have reduced her symptoms to where her owner has been able to remove her cone (which prevents her from scratching her face). The dog is also being weaned of prednisone, an anti-inflammatory steroid that she has been on most of her life. Included with this article is a picture of her, stretched out and relaxing after an adjustment—the only time she lays like that! I work with a variety of patients from puppies to geriatric dogs, from preventative to postsurgical, from athlete to couch potato. The next time you are taking your car in for its tune-up, ask yourself…do you care about your dog as much as you do your car? If the answer is yes, then make sure you schedule a tune-up for your furry friend as well. Your dog will thank you! Dr. Alissa Grover is a chiropractic physician certified in animal chiropractic by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. She has an animal chiropractic practice at the Animal Care Center in West Bountiful, UT and travels throughout Utah to adjust animals. She can be reached at (801) 294-5960 or dralissa@ utahanimalcare.com.
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Saving Lives
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Happy Hawkins Jennifer Hawkins – Reader Submission
ince being diagnosed with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and related illnesses, it has been a very rare occurrence to sleep during the night without having a nightmare. However, a couple of months ago, a black lab puppy that was all curled up in the snow showed itself in one of my dreams. Her name was Happy. Could I find her on the Cache Humane Society website? Amazingly, there she was…a small, black lab named Happy. My husband and I adopted her that day to be my service dog.
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Happy has been the best-behaved and loving dog I’ve ever known. She can also solve any puzzle you give her. She has a shiny coat, with some curls, and eyes that can win over anyone who sees her. I cannot imagine how anyone could ever hurt her; however, her previous owners abused her. The first moment I saw her; I loved her deeply and purely. Happy and I have worked through our anxieties together. We have kept each other distracted from frightening memories, making both of us feel safer. I was planning suicide until she entered my life. Now…I want to be around to take care of my family, Stephan and Happy. I rescued Happy and she rescued me! If you’re interested in submitting your Rescue Story, please send it to info@petsinthecitymagazine.com by the 10th of any month!
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What made a 50+ year-old woman, who was a heavy smoker, decide she wanted to train her dog and herself to compete in agility? It took just the right dog. Meet JoJo, my 11-year-old lab mix, who changed my life. Ten years ago, one of my co-workers was moving to an apartment and couldn’t take his 9-month-old dog with him. I offered to take her home for the weekend to see how she fit into my household and fell in love with her the first day. I was impressed with her agility when we played with a tennis ball, and shortly thereafter, connected with some trainers who helped me get started with agility training.
A few years later, I was having so much fun with agility that I started training a second dog, Nike, an Australian Shepherd who was so insecure that she would melt down and just stop running half way through the course. Nike was bred for confirmation, but had an under bite, so she couldn’t be shown. After three years of training and trials, Nike finally started to have fun on the course. Although she doesn’t qualify very often, she loves to travel to the trials and hang out with other dog people like me.
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Now, I have a brand new puppy named Spright. She’s a 5-month-old Pointer/ Heeler mix that I fostered from Utah’s Perfect Pointers, who is already showing skills to become an excellent agility dog. This means I’ll probably be running agility now until I’m 70+ years old, and I hope so! I just returned
My dogs have changed my life. I quit smoking and decided to open Camp Bow Wow five years ago so I could take my dogs to work with me. I walk, train, and play with my dogs all the time. Oh, and did I mention that my dogs were all rescues? But really, I’m the one who got rescued!
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A couple years ago, I acquired a lap dog named KoKo. His owner was a client of mine and was moving to an apartment that didn’t accept dogs (hmmm sounds like a familiar pattern). His legs were only about 6” long, so I didn’t have aspirations of him becoming an agility dog, but would take him along to our training sessions anyway. On a lark, I decided to try him on some of the agility equipment and was shocked when he readily ran through the tunnel, up and over the A-frame, and right up the Teeter Totter. So, I started competing with my third dog in agility. He isn’t very fast on the course. I call his speed, “meander”, but his tail is high, he runs and jumps, and sometimes gets a qualifying run.
The following week, we attended the National Agility Trials for ASCA (Australian Shepherd Club of America) in Greeley, Colorado, where 5-year-old Nike competed in the Novice Division and ran third and fourth place qualifying runs. The ASCA Nationals were “pawsome”! Over 2,000 Australian Shepherds in one location competed in sheep and cattle herding, rally, obedience, agility, and confirmation.
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Our first year and a half of competing was a disaster! JoJo had so much energy and youth; she’d get the zoomies and run her own course, completely ignoring the commands that directed her to the proper obstacles. She’d jump the fencing and go play outside the course, then hop back to me and do a few more obstacles, like she’d never gone anywhere! JoJo finally settled in and started running the course like I asked her, and as she got faster, I got slower. My smoking was taking a toll on me. Thanks to JoJo, I quit smoking and started running better.
from the September National Agility Trials for DOCNA (Dogs on Course North America) in Golden, Colorado, where 11-year-old JoJo competed in the Grand Veteran Division and ran nine first place qualifying runs!
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gabriel is a gorgeous, neutered male with a
cozmo is a young, neutered male with a sweet
“meow”. He is more on the shy side than the other cats, but is always game for company. With a little TLC this guy will be at home with you in no time. North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
fang is a neutered male, and the funniest cat
you will ever meet. Clumsy, happy, and known for getting in other cat’s faces just to lick them. Fang has quickly become a shelter favorite. North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
brilliant personality. He is loving and playful and does well with children. This guy is a real gem! North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
hyde is a very photogenic short haired, neutered
male. This sweetheart loves to be pet, nap and watch from the window as the cars go by. Hyde is a definite keeper. North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
jack is a soft-spoken, neutered male with a
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mick is a large, long haired, neutered male with a load of personality. He loves getting attention and knowing what you are up-to. You’ll love coming home to this “meow”. North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
tender heart. Happy to be with you, but fine when you’re gone, this guy is independent AND loving. He really is the best of both worlds. North Utah Valley Animal Shelter Compassionate Animal Welfare 193 North 2000 West / 801-785-3442 northutahvalleyanimalshelter.org
Home for the Holidays Utah Animal Adoption Center would like to announce a special holiday adoption program, “Home for the Holidays”, designed to find loving, forever homes for our Senior cats, age seven (7) years and older, and for our Special Needs cats during this holiday season. For this special event adoption fees are waived for every Senior and Special Needs cat, from November 1st to December 31st. Every adoptive family will also receive a welcome home package for their new family member. WELCOME HOME PACKAGE includes: Litter box & scoop, Cat Litter, Cat bed, Bag of cat food, Food & water dishes
If you are interested in adoption please come see us and get acquainted with our Senior and Special Needs cats today. They are all waiting to meet you! Call for more information or visit us Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm 1955 North Redwood Road • Salt Lake City, UT 84116 801-355 PETS (7387) • www.utahanimals.org
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A Special Thank You to Volunteers A Special Tribute to Sarah Brusik by Denise LeBeau Best Friends Animal Society Hailing originally from laid back Santa Cruz, California, Sarah Brusik, is anything but casual when it comes to helping save the lives of companion animals. Her involvement in animal welfare volunteerism runs the gamut: from lending hands-on elbow grease to helping organize successful events, her enthusiasm matches her passion. As a Best Friends Animal SocietyUtah volunteer for the past decade, she has worked in the kennels, served on the Strut Your Mutt committee and participated as a Tent Captain for numerable Pet Super Adoptions in Salt Lake City. Sarah initially got involved with volunteer work because she felt there was something missing in her life. She had always shared her home with companion animals but she wanted to “do more, learn more and help more.” She not only wanted to help animals but she also wanted to surround herself with more people who felt the same way she did about them, that they were more than mere companions, that they were family members. She is able to realize this desire by doing one of her favorite volunteer tasks, working the Pet Super Adoption. She loves talking to people about the kind of companion they’re looking for, what their specific needs are, and helping them to understand the challenges some rescue animals may have faced, like stress, fear, loneliness, and their ability to forgive and rebound. Whatever their pasts may have held, they are ready to wag their tails and purr, seek attention and strive to give that unconditional love that they so deserve in return. Seeing families walk away proudly with their new family member is one of the happiest sights she relishes as a volunteer, and it warms her heart. But she says, “Most importantly, I appreciate and enjoy working with the rescue groups. They’re some of the most amazing and selfless people I have ever met.”
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Sarah shares her home with her sons Max and Riley, and a black Labrador named Jack. While her husband, Mike, is deployed in Afghanistan, the family stays positive by making a difference in the world of animal welfare by volunteering together, it’s a family endeavor. Her husband buoys her spirits by sending images of himself with the Army therapy dog on the base, as she says: “A nuzzle from a dog can do wonders for me, I can’t imagine what it can do for the soldiers so far from everything they’ve known.”
A Special Tribute to Debbie Pierce by Randee Lueker Salt lake County Animal Services Pit Crew The first time we met Debbie Pierce was at a Pit Crew adoption event at Sunflower Market in May of 2011. She had stopped into the store to buy some groceries. Surprisingly, this trip to the store would begin Debbie’s journey into animal rescue and help to save so many lives. Debbie was not exactly thinking of adopting, but she could not take her eyes off a little four-month-old Blue Pit Bull named Valentine. Valentine had lost one of her eyes and was hoping to find a forever home very soon. Although Debbie did not adopt Valentine that day, she could not get her out of her head. After several meetings with her dog Baxter to make sure Valentine would be a good fit, Debbie made Valentine (now Roxie) a part of her home on May 9, 2011, just a few weeks after meeting us. Since then, Roxie has grown up to become a happy and healthy member of Debbie’s family. Moreover, Debbie has fostered countless Pit Bulls, helping them gain the needed skills to find their forever homes. She has been the top fundraiser for Strut your Mutt two years in a row and has helped our non-profit group, Utah FACES, with events, fundraising, and two bake sales to help the dogs of Salt Lake County Animal Services. In addition, Debbie has opened the door for us to participate in a career day job fair with her workplace – The Marriott Vacation Club International. She also brought her co-workers into SLCO Animal Services to provide hours of community service, create nice play yards, and provide kennel enrichments for the dogs at our shelter. Debbie has spent countless hours participating in adoption events and helping us prepare for them. She represents the “core” or the “heart” of what volunteering for an organization like ours is all about. Without volunteers like Debbie, it is impossible for us to be successful. So, from all of us at SLCO Animal Services, THANK YOU Debbie for the many countless hours you have spent helping us help the animals. In addition, THANK YOU to all of the other dedicated volunteers of SLCO Animal Services for all you do. We could not accomplish this very important mission without you!
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Little Country Mouse in the Big City – Part 6 Continued... James Maughan
The underground river twisted and turned through the tunnel as the water swirled and gurgled. Occasionally, dark grate-covered tunnels appeared on the sides, adding force to the inky liquid. Jeffrey, holding the torch steady as he peered into the darkness, squinted and inched toward Kevin’s snout. The flickering light ironically made seeing more difficult, causing dangerouslooking shadows to rise up and retreat from all sides.
hovered below the surface on both sides of Kevin’s mighty tail. While slowly moving the torch from side to side, Jeffrey pulled his sardineladen satchel up over his head and handed it to Vanessa.
Jeffrey out in front, still brandishing and the three mice leapt into the the now-sputtering torch. sheet of tangled creepers and hung on with all they had. Kevin turned “The torch’ll keep the snakes away, at the edge, and whipping his in any case,” Kevin said. mighty tail, headed back upstream.
“But it’s going out!” cried Timothy, “Toss the fish in, one at a time,” he alarmed. instructed, through gritted teeth. “Toss them behind “We’ll be all right,” Jeffrey said. the crocs!” “Can you feel the breeze?”
“Good luck, mates!” he yelled in retreat.
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The mice clung desperately to the vines as the water flowed below them, off the edge, out into Vanessa’s eyes grew wide as she They raised their noses to the wind, nothing. They began climbing, shakingly grasped the satchel and and noticed the change in smell. pulling themselves through the pulled it open. Timothy stared The water seemed to be heading mass of tendrils. into the murky darkness behind downhill, now, as well. Timothy and Vanessa huddled them, searching for the stealthy “Don’t look down!” Jeffrey together near the middle of the reptiles. “Over, there, three feet to “Listen up, mates,” ordered Kevin, commanded, and Timothy and croc’s back, trying to stay as far the left,” he whispered to Vanessa. as a faint light began to appear in Vanessa obeyed. Within a moment, from the water as possible. She carefully launched a slippery the distance. “There’s a waterfall they had powered through and sardine to where Timothy’s eyes up here that drops into the lake. I up the hanging mass, and pulled “Jeffrey,” Vanessa whispered, indicated. No luck - the eyes can bring you close to the edge, but themselves atop a rock-strewn cliff. “What are we going to do when we remained fixed, several feet back. you’ll have to climb up the vines get to the lake?” They tried the spot on the left, and hanging from above. I guarantee They collapsed atop the precipice again nothing happened. you won’t survive the drop if you go and took in the valley. The view “We’re going home,” Jeffrey stated, over the edge!” took away what little breath his eyes still fixed to the oncoming Through still-clenched teeth, remained. Gold from the setting darkness. Jeffrey hissed, “Toss a handful, “We can do it!” Jeffrey told the sun mixed with luscious green and let’s see what happens!” others. Vanessa nodded in solid from the trees lining the valley like “But what if there is no more agreement. Timothy nodded as sentinels. Pillowy tufts of clouds home?” Vanessa said, as she and Vanessa snagged a handful of well, although with less conviction. hung in the sky over the lake – its Timothy glanced at each other. sardines and tossed them in a surface an exact replica of the shower past Kevin’s tail. The eyes The water began rushing faster wooded scene. “I guess we’ll find out when we get retreated, and the mice exhaled as the end of the tunnel quickly there,” Jeffrey assured her. nervously. approached. Jeffrey swung his After a moment of silence, Jeffrey satchel up over his head and told his companions that they must Just then, the water began to churn Kevin again raised his snout above shoulder, and readied his stance. hurry, if they wished to reach the behind the tiny sailors. Kevin the water and softly chuckled, The other two followed his lake by nightfall. They plunged raised his snout and snorted. “That was a close one mates! I example, preparing to jump. down a game trail through the Jeffrey regrouped with Timothy could ‘a kept off one, but two underbrush and headed down the and Vanessa, courageously baring would ‘a cranked my tail for sure! Within seconds, string-thin vines mountain. the sizzling torch toward whatever Pretty smart with the snacks, you appeared, only slightly covering was approaching. blokes just might make it!” a view of the valley. For a second, “We’re almost home!” Jeffrey Jeffrey hesitated, then regained his thought to himself. Fiery eyes reflected the light and The tiny friends huddled together, composure, and shouted, “Now!”
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The Animal Care Center Becomes the New Gold Standard The Animal Care Center in West Bountiful has become a designated Cat Friendly Practice (CFP). Of course, it’s always been cat friendly, but now it is officially certified by the American Association of Feline Practitioners.
cower toward the back of the kennel. Little suggestions like these make a big difference in creating a fear-free experience. They said that cat owners are more likely to bring their cats in for a routine preventative care checkup, if they can reduce the stress of the visit. Wellness visits help the veterinarians track changes in the cats before something becomes more serious.
Dr. Verona walked me through the cat only area and into a room dedicated to Kelsey (Kel) Halterman and her fiancé, Garret Barker. Both were veterinary technicians at the Animal Care Center. Less than a year ago, the clinic suffered a terrible loss when Kel, Garret, their unborn son Sage, and all five dogs were killed on the way to work in a car crash. Kel had pushed for this certification goal which would make the Animal Care Center the only Gold Standard clinic in Utah. Leah, Kel’s friend and fellow technician, pledged to follow through with Kel’s goal before the end of the 2013. This special dedicated Dr. Verona Scheurich, who specializes in feline veterinary care, took me on a room is decorated with a personal tour of the cat facility. NO DOGS ALLOWED through the cat area beautiful framed portrait of and in the special cat kennel area. Kel, Garret, and all five dogs. The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is a leader and a driving force in feline medicine. The AAFP launched the Cat Friendly Practice Program in 2012. The program is open to all veterinary practices that have a veterinarian who is a member of the AAFP. Each approved CFP has demonstrated their dedication to increase the quality of care that felines receive. The CFP certification provides access to a wealth of resources and continuing education, to further develop knowledge and expertise in the care for felines.
Dr. Verona recommends that people acclimate their cats in cars more often on little “fun” outings (not just to the vet’s). She also suggests using carriers that open from the top and not the side. That way the cats get to climb in and out of the top naturally, instead of hands reaching in causing them to
Stop by for a tour or schedule an appointment to see the difference being “Cat Friendly” can make!
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Giving Thanks 2013
KIDS IN THE CITY ARE THANKFUL FOR PETS!
Growing up with animals is truly a gift. Their unconditional love, playfulness, and loyalty help us through each day. Animals teach us responsibility and how to be a good friend. They help shape us into the people we want to become. This Thanksgiving, kids in our community express gratitude to some of their best friends.
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I am thankful for my horse Foxy because she is beautiful! She loves when I give her apples. When she runs, her hair is flying all over, and it’s so pretty.
I am thankful for my
I am thankful for my
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cat Phoebe because
puppy Zip because
bird Steve because
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he is playful. He twirls
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play.
Chloe, Age 10
Hayden, Age 10
Noah, Age 9
Lucy, Age 7
I am thankful for my cat Pumpkin because she tries to protect my family, and she cuddles with us in our beds.
I am thankful for my dog Lady because she always puts her nose under the garage door when we get home, and she sleeps with me in my bed.
I am thankful for my mini horse Chica because she is nice and pretty. She is white and gray, and she kind of looks like a unicorn.
I am thankful for my
Hallie, Age 7
Jaxon, Age 11
Ella, Age 6
Ben, Age 8
I am thankful for my
I am thankful for my
I am thankful for my
I am thankful for
dog Zeus because
10 new kittens. They
cow Daisy because
my dog Andy
we do everything
are soft and loving
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of my hand. I am so
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buddy.
sister. They’re pretty
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have babies!
Isabelle, Age 9
Olivia, Age 7
Xander, Age 8
dog Odie because he doesn’t bite. He is the nicest dog.
Gracie, Age 5
Tonya Landon
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What is the best way to keep our pets stress free during this holiday season? – Billie One of the most important things you can do for your pet is to know its likes, dislikes, and what stresses or makes it uncomfortable. Pets have their own unique personality. ROUTINE- Dogs and some cats love and thrive on routine. Try to keep your pet’s routine as normal as possible, either at home or away from home. PUT ANIMALS AWAY DURING PARTIES- Put skittish, under socialized, fearful, or aggressive pets in another room to keep them safe. Hang a “Do not open” sign on the door or lock the door if your pet may be aggressive toward someone that might walk in the room. KEEP FOOD OUT OF REACH- During the holidays, there will most likely be more food and treats around the house. Keep in mind that certain foods (like chocolate) are toxic to dogs and cats. IDENTIFICATION- It is very important to keep a collar with current tags on your pet. As guests come and go from your home, there could be more opportunities for your pet to escape.
SETTING GROUND RULES- Tell every guest the rules of the house regarding your pets. Remember that you know your pets better than your guests. BOARDING- If your pet does not like to travel, you may want to hire a pet sitter or look into other boarding options for them. Plan ahead, as spaces fill up quickly during the holiday season.
OTHER PETS- If you are expecting houseguests, know if your current pets will be fine with someone else’s pets staying in the house. If your pets or your guest’s pets are not social or are aggressive, you may want to tell your guests to leave their pets at home.
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CALMING STRESS- If it is an option, take a long walk or jog with your pets when either of you are feeling stressed from the holidays.
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PHONE NUMBERS- It is important to keep the following phone numbers handy: primary veterinarian, emergency veterinarian, poison control center for animals, and boarding facility/pet sitter.
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TRAINING- If your dog is unruly with strangers, think about hiring a dog trainer before guests arrive. A dog that is well behaved will cause less stress on you and your guests.
True or False: Cats Groom Themselves
Angela Murdock
“Cats groom themselves”. I hear this
statement often. Is it true? Yes, it is true. However, most of the time, it is not true. I have been a professional pet groomer for over twenty years, and have exclusively groomed felines for the past two years. In this article, I will share with you the truth about cats grooming themselves and about professional cat grooming.
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Let’s start with cats grooming themselves. Most cats are fastidious lickers of their fur. Their tongue feels like sandpaper, because it is covered with backward facing barbs called papillae. Papillae are made of keratin, the same thing that makes up our nails and what gives the cat’s tongue that rough feel. Papillae enable the cat to collect dirt, debris, and loosen hair from their coat. Some cats are able to keep up on the grooming of their own coat and don’t require any additional help. However, some cats could use a helping hand from someone from time to time, and most cats may even require regular professional grooming. Here are some reasons why professional grooming could be a service your cat may need:
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is a mass of hair that collects in the stomach or intestine of some cats. Most often, a hairball is found regurgitated on the floor (sometimes in the middle of the night when we inadvertently step on it). While hairballs
are usually harmless, there is always a chance that a hairball could require medical intervention. Removing the dead coat through professional grooming services will alleviate hairballs and the annoyance that they cause to both you and your cat.
Shedding… Cat fur all over your
furniture and your bed pillows can be less than pleasant, especially when you wake up with a mouthful of it. Even if your cat does not have a problem with hairballs or matting, the shedding hair can be an annoyance in itself. Professional grooming for your cat, whether you opt for a lion cut or a bath and blow out, it will significantly reduce your cats shedding, more so if your cat is groomed on a regular schedule.
Matting… Matting is a condition caused by
the tangling of hair as it sheds off of the coat. In the early stages, matting may be relatively easy to remove, but if matting is left to felt together, it can become a painful situation for your pet and lead to necessary shaving and a possible medical treatment for an underlying skin condition. Matting left for long periods of time, in addition to pulling on the skin and being painful, can also hide an underlying medical condition.
Allergies… Whether you or both you and
your cat have allergies, professional grooming can help. People are most often allergic to a protein in their cat’s saliva. This protein is regularly deposited onto the cat’s fur while they are licking themselves and is relatively lightweight, meaning it can easily go airborne. Clean, bathed cats are less likely to lick themselves as often, and most allergy sufferers notice a significant difference when their cat is bathed monthly. Cats with allergies will also feel better if their coat and skin are kept in optimal condition.
Aging… Older cats often
develop arthritis and are less flexible and unable to reach their whole body to lick themselves. Also the Papillae on their tongue wear down over time and become less effective at removing loose A hair and debris from their coat. H Older cats will benefit greatly from c professional help to keep their coats free 3 of shedding hair and matting.
Sanitary trimming… Some cats are unable to reach their backside and are in need of a sanitary trim. Most groomers will shave the cat’s bottom as a stand-alone service or in addition to a full grooming. Sanitary shaving can prevent urine scalding and feces buildup, as well as, keep a cat having this type of problem in better health overall.
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Winter grooming… Many people have their
M cats groomed in the spring and summer, but T winter grooming is an option, too. Options for m winter grooming include longer haircuts or bath, 1 blow out, and deshed options that will alleviate springtime matting and the subsequent pain associated with tight matting.
The next time you see your cat licking his fur, think for a moment about the benefits of professional grooming. During any season of the year, if your cat is in need of grooming, don’t hesitate to find a groomer that can help out. If petting a cat can reduce your blood pressure, imagine what petting a clean, good smelling cat can do for you.
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Kahe Kahe was my first dog and my best dog. As a puppy she tore up entire rooms, shredded wall paper, destroying carpet and always ventured to the bottom of the garbage to find the best things to eat. She was a terror as a pup. But with time she grew to be the most amazing dog you would ever meet. With a snap of my fingers or blink of my eye she always knew what I wanted.
not your typical heeler. She did not have mean bone in her body. Any child could play with her and she always wanted to play ball with them.
Kahe spent every moment of her life with me. At 6 weeks of age she started going to work with me and never missed a day in 10 years. She loved going to work. It was the highlight of her day. Any time a pen or paper fell to the ground she would literally jump up from her upside down sleeping position and run over to pick up the item for me. Her entire goal in life was to make With more enthusiasm then you could shake me happy. And boy did she ever!! a stick at- she was always eager to go get the morning news paper or hand me the TV Kahe never needed a leash- always glued to my side. People would often ask if she was remote. She would carry the grocery’s into the a service dog. Her dedication to me house from the car. And and helping me was far beyond your normal canine buddy. Although I was loved taking trips to never able to break her of her garbage the pet store where she diving habits- if left alone- she always would carry around her liked to empty out the garbage can goodies with pride and throughout the house. I never though jump up on the register I would miss picking up garbage to hand them to teller. around my house... but I do now. She was and always will be my Helper dog. Kaka dog... oh my fatty bo bat bat dog. I love you and I miss you. No Kahe loved to snow shoe, dog will ever be as amazing ski, camp, hike, swim, as you are. run, and love. She was
Sammy “Puff Paws” Myers Passed away September 16, 2013 (Age Un-known) Sammy, the first day you pranced into our lives we knew we would be foster failures. We could not give you up even though you were bossy and had an obnoxious bark until you got what you wanted. We knew nothing about you at all… only that you were in stage 4 heart failure and you would need 3 different pills twice a day until the end of your life. We were told that somebody just dropped you off at the humane society. They guessed your age at 14 years. We were also told that you only had 2 months to live. We loved the way you pranced when you walked; you kicked your two front paws up high like a circus horse. We worried about how to give so many pills twice a day but to our surprise you took them right out of our hands. (I think you knew they made you feel better). We also worried about how we would afford your medicine, but each month the money somehow appeared to help take care of you. You were a blessing to our family and we were fortunate that you gave us 16 months. We always knew you were on borrowed time but when the day came for you to leave us we couldn’t stop crying. Thank you gracious soul, for sharing your last 16 months with us. We will never forget the love you gave to us dear friend. We will love you forever, Mom and Dad
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Keep Your Pet Bird Toxin Free Making your bird’s environment free of harmful chemicals will keep her healthy and happy. RonaLeigh Wheelwright
as they are extremely toxic. Try burning natural essential oils as odor eliminators or using organic cleaners or vinegar instead. While most people realize that smoke from overheated Teflon coated pots and pans can result in instant death for pet birds, few realize that selfcleaning ovens can kill your bird, as well. If you’re going to clean your oven using either the self-cleaning function or spray can oven cleaner, do it while your bird is not at home.
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A lot of items you use to clean your home or beautify yourself are harmless to you—but not to the sensitive respiratory system of your pet bird. Many household items are actually toxic to exotic birds, so keeping your feathered friend’s air free from these chemicals will keep her healthy.
Smoke from cigarettes and candles.
One of the worst toxins for any pet is cigarette smoke; Even a small amount of smoke makes it very hard for their respiratory systems to cope, asit takes many hours for the gases released from a single cigarette to clear the air.
Household cleaners. Avoid using household cleaners like bleach, ammonia, which have airborne volatile organic compounds (VOCs) around your bird, as well as Fabreze odor eliminator, ScotchGuard aerosolized Teflon protectant, and Lysol
Keeping your bird’s air free of toxic chemicals will keep her lungs healthy. For a complete list of items and foods that are toxic to birds, visit RoniesLoveOfBirds.com.
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Burning candles can load the air in your home with tiny soot particles that are harmful to your bird. Candles that have lead wicks present even more danger because catalyzed lead particles remain in the air for hours. Microscopic lead particles can become permanently lodged in your bird’s lung tissue, and the damage is cumulative, meaning the longer the exposure the more deadly the problem.
Fumes from household paint, fingernail polish and fingernail polish remover are very dangerous for your avian friends, so use paint when they are not at home.
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Best Friends: The True Story of the World’s Most Beloved Animal Sanctuary, by Samantha Glen One of the things we have to be thankful for in Utah is Best Friends Animal Society. Located on 3,000 acres just outside of Kanab, Utah, Best Friends is one of the largest no-kill sanctuaries in the country. At any given time, they provide sanctuary to over 1800 dogs, cats, horses, goats, birds, bunnies and pigs! This book tells how several animal-loving friends pulled together back in 1982 and created this truly inspiring place!
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CHATTY CATTY The leaves are changing, the crisp air is blowing — fall is officially here, and before you know it, you’ll be enjoying Thanksgiving with friends and family. Here are two tips that will help your companion animal enjoy the holiday safely: · TURKEY TROUBLE It’s tempting to let your pet enjoy the Thanksgiving feast by sharing your turkey with him. However, too much turkey can give your pet an upset stomach. If you do decide to share your turkey, make sure it’s only a small taste as well as boneless and fully cooked. · A FEAST FIT FOR A FELINE (OR CANINE) Instead of letting your pet indulge in the same Thanksgiving feast as you, give him a special Thanksgiving dinner that’s just for him by adding tidbits of his favorite healthy snacks and pet-friendly vegetables, like green beans, to his usual dinner. Following these tips will help you and your pet have a safe and fun Thanksgiving. And while your giving thanks for the things in your life, remember to be thankful for the unconditional love your companion animal gives you.
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Friendship is something we all count among our blessings, and this book is certainly a celebration of that bond. National Geographic magazine writer, Holland, beautifully documents these heartwarming tales of animals who have nothing else in common except the need for a friend. Stunning photographs of hippo with giant tortoise, monkey with pigeon, and an elephant with a sheep will make you smile.
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Unlikely Friendships: 47 Remarkable Stories from the Animal Kingdom, by Jennifer Holland
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