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My life has not been just about dogs though. I have always loved animals. I have a new found love of cats, even though my Flame Tip Siamese cat Jasper, was actually half dog and half cat (he played fetch better than my dog did). I have also owned a few more exotic pets like birds, Guinea Pigs, fish, and even a lizard for a short time. Pets have always played a big part in my life, and now I am passing this on to my daughters.

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With my love for animals, of course, when this opportunity to become the Editor of Pets in the City Magazine came around, I was excited and snatched it up immediately. I have been a reader of Pets in The City for the past few years. Now I get to have a part in bringing the volunteer options, stories, and unfortunately some stories of tragedy, hopefully with happy endings, to you the Pets In the City Mag readers.

I am looking forward to this opportunity and look forward to meeting many of you and your furry, or sometimes slimy (snakes are not my favorite) family members.

Enough about me already, let’s talk about you! I want to hear from you. I know there are thousands of stories of amazing pets, incredible owners and volunteers, and yes those tragic stories of abuse and neglect that really need to be told and we want to hear about them.

This is where you, our readers come in to play. We want your stories and yes pictures, who doesn't love cute pet pictures. So sit down, take 20 minutes and send us a quick email and tell us your story. You don't have to be a writer or have perfect grammar, we can fix those things for you. Just tell us your story and let's see if we can put it in an addition of Pets In The City Magazine, or perhaps on our website.

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Charlie's Story.

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n adult, house-trained dogs, inappropriate urination is defined as urination inside the home that is persistent. A multitude of medical and behavioral problems can lead to inappropriate urination, but when a dog is found to be healthy, and the urination seems to be unrelated to a behavioral problem, urinary incontinence should be considered as a possible diagnosis and treatment can be instituted.

Urinary incontinence is defined as the involuntary passing of urine; therefore a dog may not even know they have urinated until they smell or feel the urine on themselves.

Abnormalities of the urethra may include inflammation, cancer from the bladder or prostate; lower back spinal problems, or congenital malformations. All of which can cause urinary incontinence.

Urethral sphincter incompetence is the most common cause of acquired urinary incontinence. There are numerous causes; abnormal bladder position, estrogen deficiency, obesity, and genetics. Estrogen levels decrease with age and after a female dog is spayed. Urinary incontinence due to urethral sphincter incompetence is not limited to female dogs. Male dogs and cats may suffer from urinary incontinence as well.

Common behavioral concerns that may cause a pet to urinate include submissive urination, breakthrough house training, urination secondary to fright (from a loud noise), or separation anxiety. Medical conditions, such as kidney disease, diabetes, and metabolic conditions (i.e., Cushing's disease) can cause a pet to drink more and therefore urinate more. These problems may force a pet to urinate inappropriately merely because they are unable to hold large amounts of urine for an extended amount of time.

To confirm a diagnosis of urinary incontinence a series of questions and tests must be performed by a veterinarian to rule out severe medical and behavioral problems. It is important to know the age of the pet when the problem started, the frequency and quantity of urine voided, any medications, history of surgeries or illnesses, and when and where the inappropriate urination takes place (at night, during periods of the owner's absence, on the couch or dog bed). Based upon the pet's history, your veterinarian may suggest blood and urine tests, imaging with an x-ray or an abdominal ultrasound to ensure your pet does not have any other causes of inappropriate urination.

When all other causes of inappropriate urination have been eliminated, medication may be prescribed to strengthen the bladder or sphincter.

Response to medication is typically effective, but adjustments in medication or lifestyle may be required if urinary incontinence persists. Diapers, belly bands may be used to prevent urinary leakage. These must be cleaned regularly to prevent urine scalding on the skin of the abdomen or the legs.

Please contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is suffering from urinary incontinence.

Normal urination has two phases; the first is the urine storage phase, and the second is the urine voiding phase. The urine storage phage is controlled by a nerve that relaxes the muscle in the bladder wall allowing the bladder to fill with urine. This nerve also stimulates the muscles of the internal urinary sphincter to contract and close the urethra to prevent urine from exiting the bladder.

The urine voiding phase is the opposite: A nerve contracts the muscle in the bladder wall and relaxes the urinary sphincter allowing the bladder to be emptied.

Urinary incontinence is a disorder of the urine storage phase, due to a problem with the muscle of the bladder wall, a problem with the urethra, or a problem with the urinary sphincter.

Inflammation, infection, or cancer can cause the muscle bladder wall to involuntarily contract during the urinary filling phase, causing a pet to urinate at an increased frequency. The nerves that control the muscle can cause the bladder to contract more frequently. Structural abnormalities, such as an ectopic ureter, bypass the normal urethral closure so that urine is not stored properly.

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Dr. Jessica Zelnik-Camp is an associate veterinarian at University Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Zelnik grew up in Alaska, but after graduating from Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2009, she now calls Utah home. Dr. Zelnik has advanced training in small animal dentistry and surgery and enjoys preventive care. When not in the clinic, Jessica can be found in the mountains biking, skiing or hiking with her husband and two dogs.

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This month we were asked, “How can I advocate for better animal protection laws in my state?”

Thank you so much for asking this question. Without compassionate voices like yours, we would not have laws protecting animals. Animals do not have a say in our political system, they are reliant on us to be their advocates.

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very year, the Animal Legal Defense Fund releases a comprehensive report ranking the animal protection laws in each state. Our most recent report ranked Illinois in 1st place (for the eleventh year in a row), followed by Oregon (2), Maine (3), Colorado (4), and Massachusetts (5). Kentucky ranked in last place (for the twelfth consecutive year), with Mississippi (49), Iowa (48), Wyoming (47), and New Mexico (46) close behind.

This report provides a quick snapshot of where your state could stand to improve and where it may be succeeding. For states with low rankings, it provides a clear map for how legislators can make meaningful changes to their state’s laws to improve their ranking. It’s important to note that even if you live in a state with a high ranking, there’s still a tremendous amount of work to be done.

The state rankings report is just a start. For example, there are no federal laws governing the conditions in which farmed animals are raised, and some states exempt farmed animals like cows, pigs, and chickens from their animal cruelty laws entirely. These animals rely on states to defend them.

Sending an email to your legislator – or even better, making a phone call – is a powerful way to make your voice heard. State and federal legislators have staff that tally how many constituents reach out to them on a particular issue. Regardless of whether your legislator ultimately votes in the way you want, you can be sure that they’ve taken your opinion into account. Why? Because legislators want to be re-elected!

If a legislator receives little feedback about a pending animal protection bill, they will assume that their constituents don’t feel strongly. It’s vital that you reach out every time. Don’t worry about sounding perfect, speak from your heart. A short statement like, “My name is ___. I am your constituent, and I care about animals. Please support (name of the bill)” is all that you need to say.

Want to take your advocacy to the next level?

Work with your legislator to introduce an animal protection bill. The Animal Legal Defense Fund's model animal protection laws, available online, are an excellent place to look for ideas. Before meeting with a legislator, educate yourself about the issue. Passion is important, but it's not enough. Take the time to become an issue expert by researching the topic online, consider forming a coalition with local groups, and most importantly be kind! If you want to be taken seriously, you need to maintain a professional demeanor and treat everyone you encounter respectfully.

It’s easy to feel discouraged about politics and feel that your opinion doesn’t count. But that’s simply not true.

Caring people are transforming laws every day. Communities are banning the sale of puppies from puppy mills in stores, prohibiting circuses that exploit animals from coming to their cities, strengthening animal cruelty laws, and much more.

The 2018 election brought significant advances for animals. Floridians voted overwhelmingly to end the cruel "sport" of greyhound racing, and California voters enacted Prop 12, which stops the extreme confinement of farmed animals.

Your state could be next!

Get involved today with your state legislature or a local animal advocacy group. You can make a difference but only if you make your voice heard!

Laws protecting animals languishing in roadside zoos or preventing private possession of wild animals like orangutans and tigers are also lax in many places. In other words, whether you live in Illinois or Kentucky, animals need you to advocate on their behalf.

So how do you become an effective animal advocate?

The first step is to communicate with your state legislators that you care deeply about animals. One of the most effective ways to advocate for animals is to urge your lawmaker to vote yes on specific animal protection bills. Luckily, many organizations routinely send out action alerts both on email and social media asking supporters to contact their legislators on a particular bill. It can be as easy as following a group like the Animal Legal Defense Fund on Facebook and signing up to receive emails to stay informed.

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ig wrestling was long synonymous with rural county fair and iconic fair-themed activities. However, the days of glorifying animal cruelty for entertainment are slowly coming to an end except at places like the Utah County Fair and the Duchesne County Fair. Pig wrestling is still one of the main events for these venues and attended by a large number of participants and spectators.

The Salt Lake County Fair ended its pig wrestling event, but the draw in Utah’s more rural areas keeps the events running. Typically, the wrestling involves teams of four people, sometimes dressed as pigs, cowboys, and so on. These wrestlers then chase terrified pigs around a muddy wrestling ring, with the intent to tackle and "catch" them. The wrestlers then grab, pull, and throw themselves on top of the pigs until they have a firm grasp. The pig is then picked up and shoved into a barrel in the middle of the wrestling ring.

Followed by the wrestler celebrating and claiming victory.

Promoters of the events even boast, “You will squeal with laughter."

As UARC notes, “In addition to the obvious suffering this causes the pigs, this event sends a dangerous message to children that it is fun and acceptable to chase, tease, and otherwise abuse animals."

According to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), there are many significant ways that pig wrestling tortures the pigs and is a barbaric treatment of living creatures.

• Blindsided: After the delivery of the pigs to the event, they are then confined to holding pens where they're often kicked, pushed, and slapped.

• Cornered and Tackled: The participants' repeated attacks come at the pig from all directions. Often, these horrified animals are jumped on, or their limbs are yanked out from under them. Participants dive at the pigs and even throw their entire bodies onto the animals in an attempt to capture them.

• Dumped: Once the pigs have been caught and hauled to the center of the mud pit, they're slammed into a barrel or large tire—sometimes headfirst.

• Slaughtered: Pigs are loaded back into the trailers, and their new destination could be even more painful. PETA emphasizes that often the “reward” for surviving the pain and abuse of a pig-wrestling event is to be sent to slaughter.

The best way to stop cruelty to animals is to become a voice for their suffering and educate those around you. Connecting with the Utah Animal Rights Coalition, the Humane Society of Utah and Best Friends Animal Society will give you information and resources to be involved in opposition to events like pig wrestling. Pigs are often overlooked because of their livestock status and are not protected in the same way as domesticated animals under Utah Code 76-9-301, Cruelty to Animals.

Contacting event organizers and lawmakers will let your voice be heard and help to stop the plight of helpless creatures.

Despite a break in the event during 2016, pig wrestling was back in full swing at the 2018 Utah County Fair and touted as an “adrenaline filled event”. Several groups, including the Utah Animal Rights Coalition, are fighting hard to bring light to these abusive spectacles.

To learn more about action being taken in Utah, visit: https://utahanimalrights. com/, https://house.utah.gov or http://senate.utah.gov to contact state representatives.

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To make 2019 the Best Year Ever for Animals in Utah

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appy 2019! We as humans may or may not be good at keeping our New Year’s resolutions, but this year, let’s look to some goals that can help save the lives of pets in Utah and make this the best year for animals ever in our state.

There are many things we can do to help, like walk a shelter dog, bottle feed baby kittens, transport an adopted pet to its new home, donate food or blankets, help manage community cats, spread the word about adoption, donate, volunteer, spay/neuter, foster and adopt.

Let’s take this opportunity to talk about the ongoing need for foster homes for pets throughout the year. Fostering is a fun and rewarding way to help local animals if you can’t permanently adopt another pet into your home.

Some animals only need a place to stay for a few days, while others might need a bit more time. Most animals will need to come in for a vet check or vaccine booster during their foster stay. Once an animal is cleared medically, we can arrange for him/her to start coming to our Best Friends Lifesaving Center for adoption. We ask that dogs come to the center a few days a week. Once a cat comes for adoption, he/she will stay here while looking for a forever home.

At Best Friends, we try to be readily available when a foster need arises.

We check our email throughout the day and have a cell phone specifically for foster parents to ensure that we’re always there for support. Best Friends covers all medical care for animals and will arrange behavioral support when needed.

The easiest way to get started in Utah is by reaching out and emailing us at utahfoster@bestfriends.org. From there, you will attend an orientation to learn more about the Best Friends-Utah foster program. After that, we can pair you with an animal in need.

If you have friends outside of Utah who might like to foster, Best Friends Animal Society has more than 2,200 Network Partners across the country working together to Save Them All, as Best Friends leads the charge to make the country no-kill by 2025. Go to bestfriends.org to find a participating shelter or rescue group, and friends can reach out to learn more about how to get involved in fostering pets in need.

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Fostering a shelter or rescue animal can truly change their life. The more foster homes we have, the more lives we can save. In some shelters, space/capacity can determine the outcome of an animal regardless of age, breed, etc. If we have open homes, we try to fill them, thus making more space in the shelters.

In some cases, the foster parents fall in love with their foster pet and decide to adopt. While this situation is affectionately known as a “foster fail,” it is actually a bittersweet occurrence for foster programs. While everyone is happy that the pet found a forever home, it might mean that the former fosters don’t have room to take in the next foster. Those foster parents who allow their fosters to get adopted by others are able to keep a spot open for the next pet in need. Some foster homes have had dozens or even hundreds of pets spend days, weeks or even months with them, and then after a tearful goodbye, move on to their forever families.

We can work together to Save Them All and make 2019 a fantastic year of lifesaving for Utah’s pets.

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t first sight, rabbits don’t seem to be as emotionally expressive as dogs and cats. However, rabbits have a variety of sounds and body language to show happiness or displeasure you may be unaware of.

Thanks to their senses, rabbits can easily recognize who their owners are. A rabbit knows who’s who by identifying a person’s shape, smell and voice. Given proper time and attention, you can bond with a rabbit, and learn their language.

Rabbits have distinct sounds indicating their happiness or displeasure.

Rabbits can show happiness and contentment by making a noise similar to a cat purr. When rabbits softly "chatter" their teeth while you pet them on the head, or rub their cheeks, it means “I’m a very happy rabbit.”

Like dogs, rabbits can lick you as a means of saying “I love you, I trust you.” When you’ve been away, your rabbit may excitedly circle your feet when you get home to make sure you know “here I am, let’s play.”

If your rabbit makes a honking noise that’s their way of saying “I’m excited.” A rabbit can make this sound when you are petting them, or when they’re eating their favorite food. If they make this noise while running around your feet, it’s time to spay or neuter your rabbit.

Rabbits make sounds expressing negative emotions. Even if you and your rabbit have established trust, They can surprise you. Grunting, usually in conjunction with a lunge, means "leave me alone." If your rabbit feels threatened or doesn't want to be handled, and you don't heed the warning, it may follow with a bite. They might be letting you know "don't touch my house, food, etc., and a grunt is the extent of their anger.

A lot of what your rabbit is feeling can be learned by paying close attention to body language. Rabbits communicate a lot of information by how they position and move their body.

There’s nothing better than a rabbit flopping on their side. Flopping is a sign of complete relaxation and means “life is wonderful!” This is often followed by a deep sleep where your rabbit can slip into dreamland. You’ll know they’re dreaming if you see them twitch their eyes, ears or body while clicking their teeth.

Another way your rabbit lets you know they are happy, is by lying down stretching out their body and back feet. When they do this, they are probably thinking “all is right with my world.”

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One more sign of happiness is when your rabbit performs a "binky". A binky is an acrobatic jump accompanied by twisting the body and kicking up their legs. If you see your rabbit perform a binky, they are telling you "life is great, and I'm really happy."

A rabbit will nudge you with their nose, or put their head down as a hint “I’d like you to pet me now.”

Rabbits are particular about their surroundings, and will move things with her paws or mouth as if to say “don’t touch my stuff.” A fun way to entertain them is to put a small cardboard box, or another rabbit approved toy, near them and watch them throw it around trying to move it out of their way.

Rabbits have scent glands located under their chin. Rubbing an object with the underside of the chin is your rabbit’s way of marking their territory. Indicating “this belongs to me” or “I’ve been here.” These glands don’t have an odorous smell, and it’s entertaining to watch your rabbit claim things around your house.

Loudly thumping or stomping a back foot is a rabbits way to communicate "I'm scared or nervous." It's also a way of letting another rabbit know about a potentially dangerous situation. If your rabbit lives safely in your house and isn't threatened by other animals, it's usually a reaction to an unfamiliar noise.

Rabbits tell you "I'm not happy" or "I'm tired" by nipping. This can happen when you pick up your rabbit, especially when it's abrupt and without warning. If you've held your rabbit while sitting and watching television for instance, and they want to be back on their feet, they may give you a little nip to let you know.

It’s worth your time to identify the signals your rabbits sends through sounds and body language. Rabbits have a wide range of emotions, and understanding rabbit communication is one of the joys of sharing your home with your rabbit.

Cynthia Alex has been a volunteer for the Humane Society of Utah for 23 years as an advocate for ending pet overpopulation. During that time she learned more, and became passionate about rabbits, adopting her first pair 22 years ago. She is married with two grown children, and would be an empty nester, except for their precious house rabbits, Cooper and Lily.

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Bringing Baby Home: HOW TO PREPARE AND INTRODUCE YOUR DOG TO A NEWBORN

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xpecting a baby? Congratulations! What a thrilling time it must be with all the preparations and building excitement. But, is your dog ready? Baby’s debut may be a big surprise to your dog, especially if she’s been “baby” and the center of attention.

You can prepare your dog too and ensure one big happy family with the initial arrival of a baby and the months and years ahead.

Preparing for Baby While most dogs will accept a new family member without a problem, you can ease the transition and avoid problems with some training. As the date nears, here are some tips we sniffed out: • Visit the vet & groomer Before life gets too hectic, make sure your dog’s in good health, her vaccinations are up to date, and her teeth are cleaned. If your dog isn’t already spayed (or neutered), consider doing so for a calmer dog.

• Train your dog Make sure your dog readily responds to verbal commands, such as sit, stay, down, off (of furniture), go away, and leave it. Work through unwanted behaviors, such as jumping up, roughhousing, and excessive barking that will wake up baby.

A well-trained dog with whom you can communicate will make life so much easier, baby or no baby. Many dogs end up in shelters for lack of training. With consistency and training, there is never a need to break up your family.

Many YouTube videos or a group class instructor can walk you through the steps. With food as incentive and reward, your dog will happily learn. After all, she wants to please you and eat lots of treats. If you don’t have time, hire a professional trainer. Training is critical!

• Socialize your dog with children If your dog is not used to youngsters, let her meet some under supervision. Have the children be gentle and calm, and reward your dog with praise and treats for being the same. Also,

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introduce your dog to baby sounds. You can download such and periodically play the crying, screaming, and cooing noises.

• Introduce your dog to baby products Start using baby products, such as lotion and shampoo, to familiarize your dog with the new smells. Let her approach and explore the nursery area, crib, stroller, carrier, crank swing, high chair, etc. These can be scary items.

A good idea is to start incorporating the stroller in your daily walks.

Have your dog walk alongside you, not tug ahead or lag behind.

• Set aside a safe space Associate the word “bed,” “crate,” or whatever with a specific location where you want your dog to sleep or retreat. This space should be offlimits to a baby.

• Lessen your interactions Don’t lavish last-minute attention on your dog, only to have your time-together drop off dramatically when your baby arrives. Instead, in anticipation of a new routine and baby's care requirements, establish regular routines that will be maintained into the foreseeable future.

Meeting Baby On the big day, when baby finally comes home, you want to ensure a quiet introduction.

• Say “hello” without baby While baby is still in the car, take in baby’s blanket and greet your dog.

This allows her to associate baby smells with you. Be calm and happy; your dog mirrors your emotions. Get some treats in anticipation of the baby coming inside, put your dog on a loose leash, and have her sit and stay calm.

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• Bring in baby Have your partner bring in baby and stay standing. From a distance, your dog can smell and listen. Have your dog lie down before your partner sits down with the baby. If your dog is curious, allow her to view a few feet away with the leash shortened to prevent her from reaching baby. Talk calmly and caress her. If she shows no fear or aggression (a response to fear), reward her. If she growls, have her go to her safe space and try again later. Don’t force the interaction.

Interacting with Baby You’ll want your dog to associate good things with baby, so baby isn’t a threat or a replacement. Watch for signs of stress: circling/pacing, barking more, licking herself incessantly, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or inappropriate soiling.

• Gradually allow your dog closer Over the next few days, let your dog slowly approach baby. Have her first sniff baby’s feet while rewarding her for good behavior.

• Maintain routine Don’t rock your dog's world with everything being new. Try to maintain a familiar schedule, such as feeding and exercise times.

• Give dog plenty of attention Let your dog know she’s still loved when baby is awake and around.

This will encourage good associations with baby and reassure your dog of her place in the family. Exercise will also prevent unwanted behaviors from boredom and restlessness. If you’re too sleep-deprived to walk your dog, consider getting a dog walker or taking her to doggy daycare.

• Supervise interactions Even well-behaved dogs or breeds with a reputation for “being good with children” can bite, if startled or jealous. Oversee your dog’s contact with baby. Encourage bonding.

As baby gets older and starts exploring, teach him to be gentle and kind with your dog. Even the calmest dog can lose patience if poked and yanked. Teach baby to respect the dog’s safe space and stay away from her food and toys too.

With training and these steps, your dog and child will be happy, safe, and eventually the best of friends.

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any pet owners are so excited about adopting their new furry family friend. Who wouldn't be? I know I am This is such a big step in adding a family member, and great friendship.

Unfortunately not educating yourselves before on the breed and training can be a big issue. Sometimes it can be life altering and threatening to our furry friend.

I currently work at an emergency veterinary clinic. Recently an owner brought their dog into our clinic with swelling on his lower stomach. This dogs owner's keep him outside all year round. They had also never taken him to the groomer. The large amount of matted fur and plant matter covering

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this little guy’s body required doctors to first completely shave him to do the exam and find the source of the abdominal swelling.

After shaving and examination, doctors found an extensive amount of open skin sores on this little guy. In addition, he had a penile abscess on each side. He was in pretty rough shape.

These were thought to be caused by migrating foxtails. For those who are unaware of what a foxtail is. A foxtail is a common meadow grass that has a flowering bush like spikes. Due to the tendency to burrow into the skin and flesh of pets, they can be very dangerous if not removed immediately.

The owners of this cute little ball of fur were made aware of the estimated medical bills reaching as high as $1,000, due to the kind of procedures necessary along with an extensive amount of daily care including sedated bandage changes needed for this little guy to heal. Unfortunately, the owners did not have the financial means necessary and made the difficult choice to give ownership to the overseeing doctor.

The dog I am speaking of is named Charlie, he is a small 6 pound Shih Tzu mix. Shih Tzu’s are not a breed that is to be kept outdoors. This breed requires daily brushing and regular grooming. Shih Tzu's are also very human-oriented and not a heat tolerant breed.

Charlie went under many procedures to care for his skin and penile abscesses. There were times the staff and myself at the hospital weren’t sure if he was going to make it. The thought to euthanize Charlie seemed the most humane at times. Ultimately, Charlie was able to pull through the ordeal.

My family and I adopted Charlie shortly after that. We were willing to provide love and a warm home for Charlie to recover in. I don't believe that Charlie's previous owners meant to do harm to him in any way. I believe that this is a case of owners not being educated on the breed of dog they are bringing into their home. Please take the time necessary to research the breed of animal you wish to bring into your home.

It is up to us to ensure that cases like these no longer happen in Utah. This is both for the good of the pet and for the family members whose hearts will be affected. Quickly searching about a breed on the internet before adding them to your family can help ensure stories such as Charlie’s are happy from the beginning. Sadly not all cases like Charlie’s end as happily. Pets show us unconditional love in all they do, let’s do the same for them!

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hat would you do if you were walking down the street and you saw a dog chained up, emaciated, and a collar cutting into its neck? Would you know whom to contact? Should you approach it? Who handles this type of stuff?

Well, your first move should always be to call Salt Lake County Animal Services. Salt Lake County Animal Services is a division of the Public Works and Municipal Services Department. SLCAS boasts many services for those living in their Salt Lake County jurisdictions, including, being the largest No-Kill Shelter in Utah. In addition, SLCAS provides Microchip and vaccination voucher program, and pet ownership classes. However, probably their most important program is their 24/7 field operation program Salt Lake County Animal Shelter’s 24/7, 365 days-per-year year field operation services gives the residents of Salt Lake County an outlet for assistance when you see animal neglect or suspect animal abuse. SLCAS should always be your first call if you see something and need to say something. SLCAS will investigate possible abuse or neglect and remove any pets that may be in danger. Often, these pets become aggressive, scared, and unapproachable for the everyday person, The well-trained staff of the SLCAS team are prepared for this and are fully capable of responding to emergency calls involving neglected, abused, injured and aggressive animals.

However, they don’t deal with wild animals, so if you have a raccoon or other wild animal problem, you need to call a trapper. SLCAS only deals with domesticated and farmed animals.

Not only are SLCAS staff first responders in the fight against animal neglect/abuse, but they also work to prevent animal abuse and animalrelated incidents before they happen, by offering community training classes, for all ages, on how to be responsible pet owners. They are fighting criminal behavior by breaking the links of animal abuse and domestic violence. They also offer courses on bite prevention for high-risk occupations like mail carriers and delivery persons.

SLCAS can also help you with emergencies with your own pets. When you come home from work, and your front door is open, and your pet is gone, you can call them, and they will work to assist you in finding them.

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They will take your pet's information and scan the recent, local animal calls to see if any of the animals match your pet's description.

This very thing happened to me. My gate had a broken slat of which I was unaware. I let my dog outside to use the bathroom, while I put my toddler daughter down for a nap. When I went to call him in, he was gone.

I was in such a panic because I didn't see him anywhere and I couldn't leave because of my sleeping daughter. I called SLCAS, and the operator took my information, checked local scans and then called her deputies out on calls. It turns out, my dog had taken himself over to Liberty Park and added himself into another dog's game of fetch. SLCAS quickly returned him to me, and all was well with the world.

SLCAS is the largest no-kill shelter in Utah. There is on-site veterinary care, and offer free vaccinations and microchipping for pets in their jurisdiction with their voucher system. These services, coupled with their courses in pet ownership, and numerous adoption programs are helping Salt Lake County Animal Services initiative to decrease pet homelessness.

So, next time you see an abandoned, neglected or abused animal don’t sit idly by. Have confidence that the SLCAS are fully capable and ready to come to the rescue. They are our unsung heroes for animals. If you see something, say something. They can be contacted locally at 385-468-7387, or for their twenty-four-hour dispatch, 801-743-7045.

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• REPORT THE ABUSE to your local police department. They are required to investigate criminal complaints of animal abuse.

• Your local animal shelter or humane society also has the authority to investigate complaints.

• ACT FAST if you suspect animal abuse.

• Report animals deprived of food, water, necessary medical care, chained for long periods of time, extremely thin starving animals, or an owner striking or physically abusing an animal.

• Report dogs who are kept outside in extreme weather conditions.

• FOLLOW-UP on the situation.

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Lagoon Wild Kingdom Train

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Some things are better left in the past. If it wouldn’t cause me complete humiliation, I would include my kindergarten yearbook picture -stubby pigtails, permed bangs, a missing front tooth, and a shirt that looks like the opening credits to Saved By the Bell - as evidence. Scratch that. I would include it because I was incredibly adorable despite the bangs. But there are other, more important things than my mother’s questionable fashion choices for me that really SHOULD be left in the past.

Are you upset yet? Guess what, there is more.

Here are just a few of the incidents that have led the USDA to cite Lagoon for failing to comply with the ridiculously lax federal Animal Welfare Act: In 2004, a USDA inspection found that animals that required hoof and nail trimming (without space to run, how would they get enough exercise to maintain them naturally?) were limping and almost unable to walk. One deer’s hooves had grown to “at least 4 inches long.” Despite the inspector’s assessment and experience, the inadequately trained keeper simply “disagreed” that anything needed to be done, showing a shocking lack of interest in their job. Citations for failing to provide adequate veterinary care and keep proper records concerning how these animals were obtained or disposed of are as regular as the inspections themselves. A deer enclosure was noted to have inadequate draining, leaving the deer standing in five inches of mud filled with their own feces.

Lagoon has also been cited for selling animals for slaughter, improperly trained staff, lack of shelter for animals against the elements, and failing to recognize the seriousness of animal sickness and diseases.

A rubber band around the toe of one animal and inadequate care of the subsequent infection led to its euthanizing.

Here are some things which used to be a reality but have changed since 1967: • Women could not open a credit card without their husband’s permission.

• It was 100% legal to refuse to rent to a black family based solely on their race.

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Yale, Harvard, and other Ivy League Schools did not admit women.

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Marital rape was legal in most states.

• The EPA did not exist and the U.S. air and waterways were being polluted by manufacturing unchecked, causing irreparable damage.

So we have advanced a lot in the past fifty-odd years, in ways that positively protect individuals, animals, and the environment. But in our own back door, we have something that started in 1967 that desperately needs to go the way of these other violations of decency and community.

That was the year Lagoon opened its Wild Kingdom Train Zoo. One only needs to watch a YouTube video of the Lagoon ride to see the absolutely disgusting way the animals are being penned in shockingly small cages without grass or amusement, (sometimes even without shelter from the elements) next to noisy amusement park rides.

Lagoon has been cited multiple times by the Utah Department of Agriculture and does not meet the minimum standards of accreditation established by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Lagoon has been plagued by rumors of intentional animal abuse and cruelty at the hands of young, untrained keepers. Public opinion has been turning against Lagoon for a long time – but so far, not enough to make them change.

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People have suffered, as well. In 1996, a 16-year-old girl working the train ride obviously wasn't given adequate training regarding how to safely interact with the animals and was severely bitten by a cougar after sticking her arm in the cage. In 2013 an animal keeper was hospitalized in serious condition after being gored in the leg by a wildebeest. Multiple social media posts from parents document what was supposed to be a fun, educational ride for their children left their children in tears after seeing how sad the animals were.

As a type-A personality, it absolutely floors me that an organization can take such repeat violations of state and federal laws without any remorse or attempts to avoid future issues. Public opinion has completely turned away from Lagoon on this issue, so maintaining this expensive but “boring” ride (as cited by multiple reviews) in the face of waning popularity and growing backlash and bad press is mind-boggling. If you Google “Lagoon Wild Animal Kingdom Ride” the first three page results are almost entirely bad press. Yet they stubbornly persist and continue to violate basic standards of decency and humanity.

Multiple petitions exist, and protests have been taking place for years to fight for the well-being of these suffering animals. If you want to get involved, you can find information on the Facebook page “Stop Imprisoning Animals! Lagoon Amusement Park.” The petition on thepetitionsite.com is “Persuade Lagoon Amusement Park to close down its “Zoo.” There is another called “Demand for Relocation of Lagoon’s Park Animals.” The Utah Animal Right’s Coalition shares details on their website and Facebook page when there are updates (like the deer who was gored by a bison last year after crawling through a space in the poorly-kept fencing) and protests.

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Capricorn, you’ve been going through some challenging times this past year, no doubt your furry friends have pulled you through. The good news is that you are going to resolve a situation and your life will transform in the New Year.

The New Year brings prosperity for you. Go after the big things you want in life and take a few more risks. Tune into what your body needs and think more about conscious eating. Maybe it is time let go of old patterns and create something new and exciting.

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The New Year rejuvenates you!

You'll get out of the gate with a fast run. Stumbles may happen along the way, but you'll pick yourself up, dust off, and be on your way once again. You are unstoppable, and success is on the way. Don’t forget to give back to the animals.

Stay in tune with the rhythm of life and create that sense of harmony in your home. If you focus on yourself and achieving your own goals everything else will fall into place. The New Year is full of opportunities for Leo.

You will prosper in your home and family life. Your hard work and attention to detail will provide security. The love of your life will provide you with the selfconfidence you need to accomplish your dreams. Anything is possible.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) Taurus, you seem to be in the fast lane at all times. Slow down and smell the roses. There might be some important things you are missing out on. Maybe it’s time to get a lap dog and a home office with a view.

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Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Gemini, the New Year brings an awakening of your soul.

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Pets in the city Magazine Q & A

PICM: Have there been any low times during your years together?

TONYA: We had a low time about 3 years ago. Stetson was very sick, and his veterinarian found a mass located in his intestines. Stetson went in for surgery, and they removed 10 inches of his intestine for clean margins.

We took him off kibble. I began researching nutrition extensively, and he beat cancer. I decided against Chemotherapy. I switched his food to Steve’s raw food made locally. Now my training also includes pet nutrition and counseling. He is 11 years old and has been in remission for 3 years.

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ecently, we had the opportunity to sit down with professional dog trainer Tonya Landon. Tonya writes the “Ask Stetson” column (professional dog training advice) in our magazine and has been doing so for the past six years.

During the interview, Stetson a former rescue pup and well-trained canine actor and model laid calmly at our feet listening intently. Stetson only looked up making eye contact with us when he knew we were referring to him with our questions.

Every once in a while during our interview, Stetson would extend a paw for a shake as if to say we were doing a great job and he approved.

PICM: Tonya, what made you get interested in dog training as a career?

TONYA: I always knew that I wanted to train dogs. I was promised a dog as soon as we had a home with a yard, so I had plenty of time to prepare. Mom was a single mom, so we lived in apartments until I was in the 7th grade. That’s when I got my first dog.

PICM: Seventh grade must have seemed like an eternity to a little girl.

Tell us about your childhood dogs.

TONYA: “My first dog was a Lab Mix named Ginger, I was in the 7th grade when I picked her out at the Humane Society. I took Ginger outside of the rescue, and she immediately heeled when I walked her. I realized that she must have had prior training. She was already 7 years old, and she lived to be 13. Then came Jake a springer spaniel. Jake was my first puppy.

Next came Kayla, a Shiloh -Shephard breed. With each dog I practiced my training skills.”

PICM: Did you have a favorite?

TONYA: "I loved them all, but the one that stole my heart was Rose.

She was my first dog outside of the home when I was 22. Rose was a Belgian Malinois. Rose knew over 80 commands.”

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PICM: Where did you find a dog like that matched?

TONYA: I found a dog at the Summit County Animal Shelter in Wanship. When the shelter took him in he had a sweater that had grown into his skin. They had to cut it off, and to this day he hates sweaters. The shelter said he was aggressive and a biter. But he had the look, and I knew he was the one! Campbell & Co gave me a year to get him trained. They loved him. I named him Stetson after the book. The movie was a big success; it’s still available along with the book on Amazon.

PICM: What have been the funniest times with Stetson?

TONYA: While filming the movie we had to dye his coat black to make the saddle marking on his back to match the dog in the book. We also had to make his tail brown. I mixed the dye wrong, and he turned out purple, yellow and pink, like an Easter egg. This happened two days before filming.

Lucky for me my stepmom was a professional dog groomer, so she fixed my mistake.

PICM: Your face lights up when you talk about Rose. Can you give us an example of some of your favorite commands that Rose knew TONYA: Rose knew all her obedience commands on and off leash and numerous tricks. She was trained in cadaver and mobility work.

Rose inspired me to write a dog-training column for the Wasatch Wave newspaper in Heber Utah for 10 years. Sadly I lost Rose at the age of 12 from cancer.

PICM: How long have you been a professional dog trainer and what method if there is one do you prefer?

TONYA: “I began slightly before Rose with Ginger for a total of 24 years. At the age of 19, I learned to train dogs for the deaf through International Hearing Dogs in Colorado. I’ve read over 300 books. I prefer a balanced method of teaching the dog right from wrong. If they do right, they get a reward if they do wrong no reward. Just like when people that speeds get a ticket there are rules and regulations that apply. Dogs need to know right from wrong or they get frustrated and they don’t understand.

PICM: How do you know which animals can be trained for movies, print or commercial work?

TONYA: You need to find a dog that is smart and friendly, and if they are trained in many behaviors and commands already that is a bonus.

PICM: How did you meet Stetson?

TONYA: “I was hired by Campbell & Co LLC, to train a rescue dog for a short film in 2012. The film was adapted from the Children’s book Stetson Street Dog of Park City written by Jeannine Heil. They gave me only two weeks to find a dog, or they would find another trainer. Two weeks isn't very long, and he had to look like the dog in the book.

PICM: It sounds like Stetson has been an amazing companion for you TONYA: We had a low time about 3 years ago. Stetson was very sick, and his veterinarian found a mass located in his intestines. Stetson went in for surgery, and they removed 10 inches of his intestine for clean margins.

We took him off kibble. I began researching nutrition extensively, and he beat cancer. I decided against Chemotherapy. I switched his food to Steve’s raw food made locally. Now my training also includes pet nutrition and counseling. He is 11 years old and has been in remission for 3 years.

PICM: Has Stetson appeared in anything else besides the movie?

TONYA: Yes, last year he played Sandy, (a girl dog) in the musical ANNIE. He also played Max in the Grinch and a dog in clear vision commercial for Voya financial.

He also does humane education and goes into schools to teach children how to treat and raise dogs.

Stetson is titled in lure coursing which a dog sport. He is calculated to run 22 miles per hour!

PICM: Tonya is there anything else you’d like us to know about Stetson?

TONYA: Yes, he loves being featured each month in this magazine.

Send us your questions and watch for the answers in the Ask Stetson column. askstetson@gmail.com

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SVETLANA

GALAHAD

Beautiful Svetlana (or “Svetty”) is a shy girl and will respond well if she’s approached slowly without startling her. Svetlana can get a little overstimulated and is loving in a home without a lot of movement or small children. She will approach you on her terms with a leg rub and purrs. Once Svetlana learns to trust you, her nervousness goes away and would be perfect as an only pet in a one or two-person home. Contact Best Friends at ROCKY

utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

If you think mornings are for coffee & contemplation, then Galahad just might be the perfect fit. While he can be a bit of a "stubborn old man", he's also secretly a teddy bear at heart.

Car rides are his favorite hobby, but Galahad also enjoys an afternoon nap on the couch watching mid-day television. He does well with other dogs outside of the home but would prefer not having to share his humans when lounging on the couch.

Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

LILY

Female / 3 Year Old / Domestic Short Hair, brown tabby

Male / 9 Years Old / Lab mix

Rocky has an overwhelming amount of love to give. He will be the most loyal and attentive dog. Rocky enjoys resting his head on your lap or shoulder, just to feel the comfort of your presence. He gets attached easily, and his main goal is to show consistent affection and love for you. While in your home, Rocky will have a good balance of fun energy and calm demeanor. You can count on him to fulfill the role of Family Doggo to the best of his abilities and add a wonderful personality to your home. Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

POSEIDON

Male / 9 Years Old / Shepherd mix

Female / 6 Years Old / bulldog mix

Lily’s so awesome, she’s all the dog you need!

This snuggly girl loves car rides and following her people around the house. Lily does best in a calm, adult environment where she can have an established routine. Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

PATRICK

Male / 3 Years Old

Male / 5 Months Old / Domestic Short Hair I’m the perfect blend of sweet and independent. I would love a home with other cats, as I enjoy having buddies around to play with. I haven't quite figured out the litter box, so I will need an adopter who is patient and understanding. Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

LEXI

Female / 12 Years Old / Couch Potato

This super friendly guy is named Pickles, but he’s a huge couch potato. Pickles gets along with pretty much everyone, including cats and children. This older gentleman also enjoys sunbathing and lots of cuddles. He’s also great just hanging out at home when his family is at work or school. Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

JACKSON

Male/ 2 Years Old/ Short Hair

With my one white “glove,” and my name Jackson, I assume referring to Micheal Jackson, I’m really not much for stardom. I’m actually a very mellow rabbit that prefers a quiet life with a loving family with someone who likes to snuggle. I’m litter box trained, can get along with cats but may not get along with another rabbit. Call the Humane Society of Utah, 801261-2919, ext. 295, for more information.

Patrick is a smart, attentive dog and knows all his basic commands! Sit, shake, down and roll over come easy to this loveable guy. Patrick likes other dogs and wants to play with them.

An adult home or one with older children and no cats is ideal. Patrick loves treat puzzles, a variety of toys, short runs, laying in the shade and harnessed car rides. Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

STAR

Female/ 6 Years Old/ Lion Head Star is a perfect name for me because of my outstanding personality. I’m a sweet girl, litter box trained and may be good with a mild mannered child. Don’t worry about my age because rabbits can live 10-12 years. I’m sure to brighten your day! Call the Humane Society of Utah, 801-261-2919, ext. 295, for more information.

CLIQUOT

Female/ 9 Years Old/ Buff Tabby

"Like a fine wine, she’s chill and classy! Cliquot (pronounced CLEE-co) loves to sit on human laps while being petted - it's basically her favorite thing. She doesn’t like being carried around though. She “might” be considered an "older" kitty, but she’s young at heart and likes to play with toys. She never scratches the furniture but she loves her scratching posts! She came to Best Friends after being diagnosed with diabetes.

Contact Best Friends at utahadoptions@bestfriends.org.

Lily’s Story:

By Debbie Schluter

B

efore we tell Lily’s story, we first want to advise anyone that may be reading this, that April is Animal Abuse Awareness Month.

Second, we want to advise any of our readers that some of the photos below are graphic and may be disturbing to some of you.

None the less we feel Lily's story is one that needs to be told.

Not only to make everyone aware of some of the atrocities that are done to innocent animals, but to also share how courageous Lily is, and regardless of how horribly she was repeatedly tortured, not once did it break her spirit.

Lily first came to see us on January 2, 2015, weighing only 1.4 pounds with a broken tail. She was only 10 weeks old. It was obvious her owner was very concerned about her and had no idea how this may have happened. As for our medical staff, most of us assumed she may have gotten her tail caught in a door. Regardless of how the facts were her tail needed to be amputated. Her surgery went well with no complications, and we sent her home with pain medications and antibiotics for post-operative care.

Then on January 20th, Lily came in again with her face swollen and acting lethargic. Her owner said she is usually a good eater, but she wanted nothing to do with food. When her owner said she got stuck in a closet, we assumed she may have gotten into something in the closet that may have caused some type of an allergic reaction. So we treated her according to our suspicions. Again, we sent her home.

January 23rd, once again, Lily was back because her little face was swollen more than it was the previous visit. Her tail was also injured again and needed to have more of it amputated. Naturally, this raised suspicion with the doctor and our staff. Once we had her under sedation for her procedure, we felt scabs on her face, head and all over her torso. Now we were really puzzled as to what the heck is going on with this kitten.

Dr. Folland also examined her, and I can still hear his words pounding in my head. "This kitten has been scalded"! Who would have done such a thing? There was no question her owner loved her dearly so it couldn't be her!

It was about this time we received THE CALL! An elderly gentleman from Arizona just happened to call our hospital first. He was on the hunt for the hospital that had been treating Lily. He was Lily’s owner’s father. He had received a desperate call from his teenage grandson. Earlier that day he heard Lily crying and when he went downstairs to see what was wrong.

He witnessed his mother’s fiancé holding Lily by the scruff of the neck, thumping her in the face with his finger and she was soaking wet!

Dr. Love was her attending doctor and decided to take immediate action. She called Lily's owner and asked her to please come in so we could discuss her condition. Lily's owner arrived at the clinic and we told her our suspicions regarding Lily's injuries. She said she was wondering if her fiancé was responsible for her injuries because his mother had Lily's litter mate and she had similar injuries.

It was clear she loved Lily, but why would she allow this type of torture to go on in her own home, and by the man, she was going to marry? We told her we had to report this to the authorities and asked if she would relinquish Lily’s ownership to our hospital. Again, it was clear she loved her very much and reluctantly agreed that her home was not a safe place for Lily or any other animal.

During the following months, Lily had numerous surgeries and painful treatments. Through all of this, she still purred, and not once did she try to retaliate or bite anyone, even though she had a right to do so. Once she became stable, Audrey, one of our technicians began taking her home at night to expose her back into a home environment slowly. We knew Lily could not spend the rest of her life living in a veterinary hospital, so we were on the hunt for the perfect home.

It didn’t take a lot of thought to find the perfect person.

So on March 28th, Miss Lily went to her perfect and forever home. Now she lives with 1 human mom and 2 feline siblings that she chases throughout the house. Her fur has not grown back on most of her back, and Lily has to wear a little green Onesie to keep her from scratching where she sustained nerve damage from her burns.

But when she comes in to see us, she is still affectionate, and has that bright light still shining in her eyes!

On November 17th, 2018 Marsha Bowman, Lily's human Mom unfortunately passed away. Our condolences to the family. Miss Lily has now been adopted by Deborah Myers, Publisher of Pets in the City Magazine.

Sadly, not all stories of abuse and neglect turn out as happy as Lily's.

Utah has hundreds of pets that are victims of neglect and abuse that are looking for a good forever home. Utah also has hundreds more abused animals that have not even been reported to authorities yet.

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Please do your part to help animals in Utah, by reporting animal neglect and abuse to your local animal shelter or Salt Lake County Animal Services.

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SAYING GOODBYE MAY 2018 - DECEMBER 2018 INDICA (INDIE FEIST) On December 11, 2018 our sweet Indie feist passed away from Parvo.

Indie was almost 7 months old and the runt of the litter, but she ended up growing bigger than her brothers and sisters. We had no information about Parvo and we do not know how she was exposed. Indie started acting differently and not eating on Wednesday 12/5, and she was diagnosed with Parvo by Friday morning. Indie passed away at about 1:00 a.m.,12/11 (Tuesday).

We hope that this will be a warning to be sure your puppy has been vaccinated properly.

Our hearts are broken. We will never forget the joy that you brought to us. We will always love you, Stephen (dad), Nicole (mom),

Olivia, Jolie and aunt Jessica

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He Says Goodbye

She Says Hello

Happy retirement Dr. Folland

Welcome Dr. Antinoff

Dr. Douglas W. Folland, owner of Parrish Creek Veterinary Clinic in Centerville, Utah from 1990-2016 and managing veterinarian of PCVC from 1990-2019 will be retiring on February 1, 2019.

Dr. Folland graduated from Utah State University and received his Doctorate in veterinary medicine from Oregon State University. He worked for Knowles Animal Clinics in Miami, Florida for six years upon graduation from veterinary school. Dr. Folland then opened Parrish Creek Veterinary Clinic in Centerville, Utah in 1990 establishing the clinic from “bare bones” as he states it.

Dr. Folland has always been an animal lover and got his start working for veterinary clinics during his high school years. There have been many pets in his family over the years, including chickens, a dog named Duke, and several snakes. He developed an interest in avian and exotic medicine and gained immense knowledge and experience in these areas while working in Miami.

He later became board certified in avian medicine after completion of rigorous studies and the exam for certification.

Dr. Folland and his wife Sharon will be serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints, starting May 6, 2019, in Hamilton, New Zealand. They are very much looking forward to this experience. After completion of the eighteen- month mission, they will begin building a home in New Harmony, Utah. Dr. Folland will continue working in the veterinary field on a limited basis. He plans to stay busy acting as the contractor of his new home, exploring the canyons of southern Utah, biking, temple work, gardening, woodworking, restoring player pianos, and making his wife happy.

The staff at Parrish Creek would like to wish Dr. Folland and his wife well in their upcoming travels.

Parrish Creek Veterinary Clinic would like to welcome Dr. Natalie Antinoff. Dr. Antinoff obtained her DVM from the University of Wisconsin and continued on to do an Internship in small animal medicine and surgery followed by a residency in Avian & Exotic Pet Medicine and Surgery.

Following ABVP board certification, Dr. Antinoff established Gulf Coast Avian & Exotics in 1997, as a part of Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists.

This was the first specialty exotics practice operating as part of a referral center in the country.

She has also authored many chapters and articles in veterinary texts and journals, and has spoken locally, nationally, and internationally to veterinarians and pet owners. She served as a board editor (Consultant) for VIN (Veterinary Education Network), providing interactive information to veterinarians nationwide and served on the editorial boards of several veterinary journals. She has also mentored over 25 veterinary interns in exotic pet medicine.

Dr. Antinoff enjoys spending time with her large pet family – Mojo, a terrier mix; Louie, a Miniature Dachshund, and Kaiya, a Great Dane; her cats Zephyr and Zuzu; Gracie the African Grey and Big the macaw.

We are excited to welcome Dr. Antinoff to our Parrish Creek family!

We will miss you!!

If you would like to wish Dr. Folland farewell, and meet Dr. Antinoff, there will be an open house Saturday February 2nd, at 1:00 pm at Parrish Creek Veterinary Clinic 86 N. 70 W. Centerville, Utah.

86 North 70 West, Centerville • (801) 298-2014 • www.parrishcreekvet.com Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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