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How to Keep Your Pets Safe

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ANIMAL LEGAL DEFENCE FUND ANSWERS

HOW CAN I GET ACTIVE FOR ANIMALS IN MY STATE?

BLOOD PRESSURE EVALUATION IN DOGS AND CATS MORE ON HOW TO VOLUNTEER IN LOCAL SHELTERS

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Blood Pressure Evaluation in Dogs and Cats

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Medication Toxicity

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe

Local Teen Receives Assistance Dog With a Wagging Tail, Assistance Dog Devin is Happy to Help

George, Scrappy and The Pay It Forward Program

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How can I get Active for Animals in my State?

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Evaluation In Dogs and Cats Lynn McCarron, DVM, DABVP Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. Perhaps, surprisingly, hypertension can be a significant issue in our pets, and is often overlooked. In human medicine, many people develop high blood pressure as they become older, and most physicians routinely measure the blood pressure of their patients during routine check-ups. Most people do not notice symptoms of high blood pressure, but physicians understand that significant problems can occur, if it is not controlled.

In pets, measuring blood pressure is feasible, but not as simple as with humans.

Which pets are likely to get high blood pressure?

In humans, hypertension is related to several factors, including a stressful lifestyle. Although not all causes of canine and feline hypertension have been identified, stress does not appear to play a role in the development of this disorder. However, kidney, thyroid, adrenal, and heart disease are known to cause hypertension in pets.

What are the clinical signs?

Owners rarely notice obvious signs in their pets with hypertension. Some owners may report irritability and have reported that their pet seemed to feel better when blood pressure was controlled. Unfortunately, warning signs are usually not present prior to damage occurring from hypertension.

Routine blood testing may indicate an underlying disease which could make a pet prone to hypertension, but blood testing may also be normal. Excessive protein in your pet’s urine may suggest high blood pressure. One of the more common presentations to owners and veterinarians of a cat with high blood pressure is sudden vision loss or neurological abnormalities, such as weakness or stumbling. Blindness develops because high blood pressure in the eye causes the retina to detach, and neurological signs may be secondary to bleeding or blood clots in the brain. Unfortunately, most cats and dogs have no noticeable signs of high blood pressure.

What causes hypertension?

Kidney disease and over-active thyroid function have been identified as the two most common predisposing factors for development of feline hypertension. Certain heart diseases can also cause hypertension in both dogs and cats. Kidney disease and an adrenal disorder called Cushing’s disease are among the more common causes of hypertension in dogs.

Sometimes no underlying disease is found.

How is it diagnosed?

Hypertension should be suspected in any older pet with kidney disease or hyperthyroidism. Onset of sudden, unexplained blindness should raise a strong suspicion for hypertension. Many veterinarians recommend periodic blood pressure measurement in their geriatric patients. Dogs and cats have blood pressure values similar to humans. A normal systolic blood pressure 6 | PETS IN THE CITY

should be less than 140 mm Hg, and pressures over 180 mm Hg should be considered significantly abnormal and treated.

Blood pressure is measured with a device called a Doppler monitor that amplifies the sound of blood moving through an animal’s arteries. An ultrasonic crystal is placed over the artery, and a blood pressure cuff is inflated to temporarily constrict blood flow. Often the tail or underside of a paw will be used for measurement. The technique is not painful, but can be strange feeling to the pet.

What is involved in treatment?

Effective management involves an oral medication which is given once or twice daily, and adjusted according to the pet’s needs. Certain pharmacies may be able to compound medication which is absorbed through the skin and can be applied to the inner side of the ear flap for more difficult-to-treat pets.

What is the prognosis?

The long-term prognosis depends on whether an underlying disease is found, and what that disease may be. Pets tolerate blood pressure medication well, and when high blood pressure is controlled, the long-term prognosis is good. If the patient has an underlying disease, such as adrenal, kidney, or heart disease, it is important to treat those aggressively. However, many of these diseases can be managed successfully in our pets.

If a cat has blindness due to detached retinas, a medical emergency exists.

Blood pressure must be lowered quickly for preservation of vision. If the retinas remain detached for more than a day or two, the prognosis is poor for a return of normal vision. Therefore, the key to a successful outcome is rapid diagnosis and early administration of the proper medication to lower blood pressure.

Excessive protein loss through the kidneys can lead to serious problems, but controlling blood pressure can help reduce the protein loss and minimize further kidney damage.

Blood pressure monitoring is an important evaluation in pets, especially those with underlying kidney or thyroid disease, dogs over the age of 8, and cats over the age of 10. Ask your veterinarian if your pet may be at risk for high blood pressure and to monitor her blood pressure if she is geriatric.

Dr. McCarron is the owner of University Veterinary Hospital and Diagnostic Center in Salt Lake City. She is Board certified in the veterinary care of canines and felines, and a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Originally from Ohio, Dr. McCarron has practiced in Utah for more than twenty years.

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Medication Toxicity How to Keep Your Pets Safe Dr. Mark Langheinrich - Mountain West Veterinary Specialist

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ike many homes across the nation, you probably have a cupboard or cabinet full of medications. Medications for pain, antihistamines, cough medication, medications for upset stomach, and prescription medications (leftover antibiotics, pain medications, blood pressure medications).

Although having an assortment of medications at your disposal when you or a loved one encounters an ailment is beneficial, these medications can pose a serious risk to our furry family members. Unfortunately, a large number of toxicities are caused by the best intentions: someone trying to give their pet medication to help them feel more comfortable.

Sadly, a google search can lead to inaccurate and dangerous advice about medications that are “safe� for our pets. It is commonly thought that medications that are safe for people will also be safe for our pets, but due to several factors, this is often not the case. Dogs and cats metabolize medications in very different ways than people leading to variations in dosing and safety of many commonly used medications. This means that medications that are safe and appropriate for one species will not necessarily be safe in another species. The net result is that even giving a dog an infant dose of medication could potentially cause dangerous toxicity.

Among the most common categories of medications that cause toxicity to our pets is over the counter pain medications.

There are 2 main categories- anti-inflammatory medications and acetaminophen. The anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, naloxone, etc.) can affect pets in several ways. At lower doses, these medications can cause irritation to the stomach or even stomach ulcers.

At higher doses, these medications are toxic to the kidneys and can cause kidney failure. The liver and the central nervous system can also be affected at higher doses. These medications have different potencies to pets and can potentially be toxic even with small amounts of the medication.

Acetaminophen is particularly toxic to cats due to differences in the ability of the liver to process this medication. One of the earliest signs of toxicity from acetaminophen is swelling and itching of the face.

Unfortunately, this rapidly progresses to anemia and liver damage or failure. Dogs are also susceptible to toxicity from acetaminophen but are slightly less sensitive than cats.

Antihistamine medications are very useful for both humans and pets, and while generally considered safe, they should still be kept out of reach of your pet. If you are concerned that your pet is having an allergic reaction, you should seek medical attention for initial medications and evaluation for more serious complications, including airway compromise and/or anaphylaxis. In cases of a serious allergic reaction, immediate emergency care is needed.

For dogs that have recurring allergic reactions, it is recommended to discuss with your veterinarian what the recommended dosage for common antihistamines for your pets are in case of emergency.

Accidental ingestions of prescription medications can also lead to dangerous toxicities. Many forms of antidepressants can cause severe sedation, respiratory depression, slow heart rates, and neurologic changes to dogs or cats.

Some animals will experience a paradoxical reaction to these medications, which can cause hyperactivity and restlessness. Medications for ADHA such as Adderall can have potent stimulating effects leading to rapid heart rate, hypertension, restlessness, or seizures. Pain medications such as opiates can be particularly dangerous to dogs and cats, who generally require low doses in comparison to people.

Fentanyl patches can be particularly dangerous as dogs can ingest a patch and rapidly absorb the medication. Even a used patch has the potential to be fatal if ingested, and proper disposal is essential.

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In general, there are a few guidelines when thinking about giving medications to your pet: 1) Just like with children, keep medications out of the reach of pets.

A child-safe lid poses little challenge to a dog’s teeth.

2) If your pet does get into medications, contact animal poison control - either Pet Poison Helpline (855.764.7661) or ASPCA Pet Poison Control (888.426.4435) and seek medical attention if needed.

3) If you are taking your pet to the veterinarian for ingestion it is very important to know the specific medication, concentration (how many milligrams), and the number of pills that may have been ingested. If possible, bringing the bottle in can help prevent any confusion.

4) Do not give any medication to your pet without advice from your veterinarian.

Although Dr. Google and friends may be helpful, they do not know your pet’s health history and what medications/dosages are safe. It is better to check with your veterinarian, or a local 24/7 veterinarian if after hours, prior to giving medications. And please be understanding if it is recommended that your pet be seen prior to prescribing or advising medication administration as there are legal precautions put in place to ensure your pets’ safety.

Dr. Mark Langheinrich is an emergency veterinarian at Mountain West Veterinary Specialists in Layton, Utah, and native of Salt Lake City. He attended the University of Utah, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a special interest in comparative anatomy and physiology. He then attended the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

During clinical rotations, he emphasized rotations with the emergency service and the intensive care unit. After graduating, he completed a one-year, rotating internship in San Diego, California. The internship focused on emergency and critical care with rotations in Internal Medicine and Surgery. He returned to Utah and has since continued to pursue his interest in Emergency Medicine.

In his free time, he enjoys exploring the local mountains with his wife, and his dogs, Oquirrh, Teton, and Madelyn.

Local Teen Receives Assistance Dog

With a Wagging Tail, Assistance Dog Davin is Happy to Help Kaysville, UT – Kaysville teen Andrew Morrison has a new helper by his side, and he comes with a cold nose and a warm heart.

Nineteen-year-old Andrew and his mom Natalie recently graduated from two weeks of training and received an assistance dog from Canine Companions for Independence, a non-profit organization that breeds, raises and trains assistance dogs for people with disabilities.

Andrew, who has Friedreich’s ataxia, was matched with a skilled companion named Davin, a two-year-old yellow Labrador/Golden Retriever cross, who has been professionally trained in over 40 commands.

Davin will assist Andrew, a wheelchair user, by picking up dropped items, opening, and closing doors and drawers, and other tasks that will enable him to live a more independent life. In addition to helping with physical tasks, Davin will offer emotional support and daily companionship to Andrew.

Andrew’s passions include digital design and game development, and his mom says he knows more about the history of Nintendo than anyone she knows!

Andrew graduated with Skilled Companion Davin after completing an intense, residential, two-week Team Training course with his mom at Canine Companions’ Southwest Regional Center in Oceanside, CA. During Team Training, students are strategically matched with assistance dogs and learn how to work with them safely and effectively. Though costs to breed, raise, train an assistance dog, and provide ongoing support to the team are estimated at $50,000, Canine Companions assistance dogs are provided free of charge to recipients.

Andrew is excited to have a best friend who can go with him out in public, open doors and perform other important physical tasks, as well as offering constant companionship. “Davin will be such a good companion,” Natalie says, “he will help build bridges and help Andrew get out and engage with people. It will also be great for Andrew to have someone to love and look after.” Andrew and Davin make a perfect team! A photo of Andrew, Natalie, and Davin has been attached to this email, and they are available for interviews.

About Canine Companions for Independence Canine Companions for Independence provides expertly trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities. Established in 1975, Canine Companions has six training centers across the country, including two in California, one in Florida, Ohio, New York and Texas. Canine Companions is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs, and the quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. Although the price to raise, train, and provide ongoing support for our dogs is estimated at $50,000, we provide our assistance dogs free of charge to recipients. For more information, call 1-800-572-BARK or visit www.cci.org.

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George, Scrappy and The Pay It Forward Program

By Temma Martin – Best Friends Animal Society

The Isenberg family came into the Best Friends Lifesaving Center in late April, hoping to find a sweet, female pit bull terrier to help fill the void left

by George, who had recently passed over the rainbow bridge from cancer.

Although George had helped them fall in love with pit bull types, the family was instantly smitten with a young, male Shih Tzu/terrier mix named Max, and after a successful get acquainted visit, they adopted him as part Best Friends Animal Society’s ‘Pay It Forward’ promo.

Max charmed the whole family, Phil, and Erin, and their kids, 10-yearold Anna Sophia, and six-year-old Leif. Max also played enthusiastically with their other dog, Maxwell. Because two dogs named Max and Maxwell would be too confusing, Max was lovingly renamed, Scrappy.

Scrappy.”

George also turned the Isenbergs into avid advocates for adoption.

Anna Sophia routinely watches the local shelter websites and gets to know the dogs available for adoption by their photos and descriptions. She celebrates when they find homes and shares the good news with friends. When she’s old enough to have her own social media accounts, she’ll undoubtedly share the photos of the pets who are looking for forever families.

“George was amazing. He was like no other dog I have ever met,” Anna Sophia said, “When I couldn’t sleep well, he slept with me every night. He changed my life in so many ways. He had so much love to share with everyone. It was fun to go on walks with him. I loved George like no other pet in the world. He was a true companion. He loved to go to my school to see all the students. He tried to play with Maxwell even if he was sleepy. George was the dog that changed my outlook on pit bulls. He was sweet and funny.”

But Scrappy had big paws to fill…

It all started in June of 2014 with a chunky black and white pit bull terrier up for adoption at Best Friends Lifesaving Center. George was about eight years old and had bounced from home to home, spent time in the care of Salt Lake County Animal Services, and had been fostered years earlier by a Best Friends employee. To meet George was to love him, and he had a dedicated fan club and following.

At that time, the Isenbergs were looking for a second dog to bring into their family for a couple reasons.

“First, we thought it would be nice for Maxwell to have a dog friend to spend time with and play with,” Erin recalls, “And secondly, Maxwell took longer to bond with our Leif, who was then two, as our son seemed to make him nervous. We thought it would be nice for Leif to have an opportunity to bond with a dog.”

“George was such a wonderful dog. We loved him so much,” Erin said.

“I have to admit I used to have some fear of pit bull type dogs. Then in learning more about friends’ experiences with pit bulls, I started to change how I thought about them. When we met George all my preconceived ideas melted. George’s body could barely contain the humongous size of his heart. He loved everyone he met. When my daughter started to have a hard time sleeping by herself, he happily began bunking with her. He was so relaxed and sweet. We are grateful he was a part of our family, and we miss him. In fact, when we found Scrappy, we were looking for another pit bull because of how much we loved George, but I am grateful we found

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Phil and Erin took the kids to West Valley City Animal Services to look at dogs in April of this year to begin the process of finding a new friend for Maxwell after George died. They saw a couple of dogs they were a little interested in, it was too late in the day forget acquainted visits, so as a Best Friends No Kill Utah Coalition partner, the folks at the shelter suggested the visit with the dogs the next day at Best Friends Lifesaving Center.

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One of the dogs they went to visit, was Cocoa, a very sweet dog with the family, but cocoa didn’t play nicely with Maxwell.

Their next visit was the dog soon to be known as Scrappy.

Incidentally, Leif had seen Scrappy at the shelter the day before and had pointed him out, but no one paid much attention since he wasn’t really what they were looking for.

It turns out that Leif was right, and Scrappy was the one.

“Scrappy fits so well into our family it seems like he has been a part of our family for so much longer than he has, Erin said, “He loves playing and patrolling the property with our other dog, Maxwell. He loves playing ball and tug of war with Maxwell and with us. Scrappy also loves going on walks with us. He is full of love and life and seems excited to share it with everyone.”

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“Scrappy is awesome!” Leif said. “I like that Scrappy likes me and I like to play with him.”

Scrappy shares the love at night and sleeps next to Erin and Phil or alternates snuggling with Anna Sophia and Leif.

“Scrappy is cuddly, loveable and fearless, just like his doggy daddy,” Phil added.

The Isenbergs are very happy with the new addition to their family, and as part of the Pay It Forward promo, they were able to adopt Scrappy for no cost. The Isenbergs still happily donated to the program, so that they could pay it forward and cover the cost of someone else’s addition to their happy family.

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nacting stronger animal protection laws at the state level is one of the most effective ways to help animals. The first step to making an impact is connecting with like-minded groups and advocates already working on these issues. There are probably several groups in your state-focused, at least in part, on state legislation. Some national animal and environmental organizations also have state chapters that you can join.

Once you’ve found groups working on the issues that you’re most passionate about – whether it’s prohibiting dog tethering, banning the use of animals in circuses, or passing stronger animal cruelty laws – follow them on social media and join their email lists. You can join the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s list at aldf.org/signup. Also, consider attending an event like a state lobby day or even a happy hour. Networking with more seasoned advocates is a great way to learn the ropes as well as gain a better understanding of your state’s political landscape.

It’s important for you to remember, when groups ask you to contact your legislators, do it! Disillusioned by politics, some people feel that their voice doesn’t matter. There is power in numbers. If dozens, or even better, hundreds of constituents contact a legislator, you can be sure that the legislator will take notice – especially at the local or state level. Sometimes people ask me if they can just sign a petition instead. The answer is no!

Petitions can be great tools, but they do not take the place of a phone call or personalized email. Think of it this way – petitions take almost no effort, emails take a bit more effort, and phone calls take the most. If you only sign a petition, you’re communicating that you only care a little bit about the issue.

I recognize that it might be intimidating to reach out to your legislator.

But it only takes a few minutes. I promise you that you won’t be quizzed about the issue when you call. You probably won’t even be asked any questions beyond your address. You’ll just deliver a brief message, something like “Hi, I am Senator X’s constituent, and I want her to vote ‘yes’ on HB 123.” The staffer will thank you, and you’ll hang up. You’ll have made a bigger difference in animals’ lives in less than one minute than you could make in hours, or even days, of campaigning on social media.

Another tip on state legislation – perspective is everything. I’ve worked with animal advocates who have an all or nothing approach. If the proposed law isn’t perfect, if it doesn’t create sweeping changes for animals, they aren’t interested in helping. So, what ends up happening? Nothing. The reality is that change is incremental, and animal protection bills can face serious hurdles. Sometimes powerful interest groups that profit from animal abuse, like the animal agriculture industry, will oppose any animal protection bill, even if the subject matter doesn’t directly impact their business.

This isn’t to say that if you have an opportunity to do something big that you shouldn’t. But don’t let perfection be the enemy of the good. You also must remember that legislators sponsor bills, not their constituents. In other words, you need to find a legislator who will both introduce your bill and fight for it. Compromise is critical.

Sometimes groups will skip the state legislature altogether – recognizing that a bill has no chance of passing in the current political climate. Ballot initiatives allow people to bypass the legislature and propose laws or constitutional amendments to be placed on the ballot for a popular vote.

Unfortunately, not all states offer this option. But it’s important to know that major advances for animals have happened using this route – including increased protections for farmed animals in California and the end of greyhound racing in Florida this past year.

It probably feels overwhelming to pass a law at the state level, but it is possible. Important animal protection laws are passed every single year by caring advocates like you. Good luck!

Elizabeth Holtz is Campaigns Manager at Animal Legal Defense Fund. Joining the Animal Legal Defense Fund is the fulfillment of a long-time dream for Elizabeth, who went to law school for the sole purpose of protecting animals through the legal system.

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SALT LAKE CITY DOG DAYS OF SUMMER YAPPY HOUR EVENT Salt Lake City’s Dog Days of Summer Yappy Hour event was held on Tuesday, June 11th from 6 - 9 p.m., at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City. Hundreds of dogs and their people attended the party sponsored by NOW 97.9, 103.1 the WAVE, and the Maverik Center POOCH ON THE POND.

Salt Lake County Animal Services provided free vaccinations on the spot. Many thanks to Jamie and Randi for your dedication to this event. Live music entertained as people strolled past the Vendor booths with their dogs. A very large off-leash dog park was set up for the tail wagging guests of honor.

We’ve never seen so many happy people showing off their happy dogs all in one place. Everyone made new friends. It was a blast!

We want to extend a special thank you to the Bountiful Starbucks store (#20321) for their help with our booth. Store manager Amanda Wannagat and four team members, Cody, Meghan, Alondra, and Francesca showed up to volunteer. They gave out free cold brew coffee tasters and donated two baskets valued at $39 each for the silent auction.

Amanda selected the Utah Animal Adoption Center rescue group as the beneficiary of the dollars raised. Starbucks brought so much attention to our booth this year that we were able to introduce hundreds of new readers to our magazine.

At Yappy Hour we also discovered many of the loyal readers that have been supporting us for several years. We had the pleasure of meeting in person many dogs that have been featured on our SMILE Pets in the City page.

See you at Fairmont Park on Thursday July 11th from 6-9 p.m.! There are only 3 more Yappy Hour events left this summer so don’t miss out!

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n Utah, thousands of animals are dropped off or rescued by shelters every year. These animals take thousands of dollars to care for, and plenty of manpower. Each animal needs to be bathed, brushed, fed, cleaned up after, walked, and played with. The sad truth of the matter is that dogs are such social animals, they tend to prefer playing and being walked to being bathed and cleaned-up after. They spend their days kenneled, waiting for their forever homes. Granted, many shelters have come a long way from sterile metal cages to having outdoor play areas, comfortable places to lounge in with the “pack” during the day, and are loved by the workers. But interacting with the animals to the degree that’s needed takes a lot of time- time that many shelter workers just don’t have.

That’s where volunteers come in.

a few hours, Patches started drinking and eating without assistance. In a few days, she was putting on weight and running around the house, playing with the other dogs. Patches needed the love and attention that Matt was willing to give her. She had given up on her will to live, and without Matt, she would have died within a few days.

This is why volunteering at a shelter is so important. These abandoned animals need our love and attention. The shelters need support to care for the unwanted and forgotten. Walking a dog can take as little as a half an hour from your day, but it means the world to the fur babies. Starting a local shelter dog walking club is a great way to support your local shelters and helps to organize volunteers to keep a regular schedule for the dogs to look forward to and have a sense of stability and familiarity with their human, temporary companions. It’s easy! Consider posting a sign-up sheet at a shelter or a community bulletin board. Create a Facebook group to increase your reach and attract new members. It’s also a great way to inform your members of upcoming events and to post a calendar.

Volunteering is so important. Without volunteers, shelter workers wouldn’t have enough time in the day to get through all that is needed to care for the animals and to play with them as much as the animals would like. It’s simply too much, and with a little effort, you can make a big difference in the life of a displaced animal. And who knows, maybe you’ll come home with a new best friend.

Around the state, shelters consistently request volunteers to spread their love to the animals and help care for and walk them. Dogs need interaction with people, or they can fall prey to depression, which can manifest in a lack of appetite, energy, and overall will to live. Abandoned dogs are particularly susceptible.

A Collie mix by the name of Patches was one such pup. Abandoned by her owners on the side of the road around a year and a half, her mental state was such that she wouldn’t eat. She lost weight, was dehydrated and was unresponsive. The Human Society brought her out for adoption, hoping that someone would take pity on her and give her the time and attention she needed to get on the road to recovery. One such man, Matt Hansen, saw her for what she was: a hurting and lonely animal. When Matt adopted Patches, she was unwilling to eat and couldn’t even stand. He carried her to the car in his arms. He had to hand feed her, drop the food into her mouth at the back of her throat, and wait for her to swallow. He started with a syringe to get water into her mouth. He sat by her and petted her. After only

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July 5th is the busiest day of the year for the vast majority of animal shelters in the United States due to the influx of lost animals who have run away from home in fear during the fireworks.

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Unlike commotion from construction or a storm rolling in on the heels of rain and wind, fireworks come without warning for pets, making the loud booms particularly terrifying. Allison Taylor offers a few tips on how to calm pets and keep them safe during fireworks.

Leave Pets Inside: Step one is to make sure there are numerous obstacles for your pets to overcome before escaping is possible. Find a room that is farthest away from the noise. Pull the curtains closed, if any, and make sure your pet has a comfortable place where they can feel secure. Dogs may do best in a crate if they are crate trained. Cats can be sequestered in a bathroom with their litter box. If you have an outside pet like a farm dog or horse, you may opt to secure them in the stable or barn.

Use Proper Identification:

Make sure your pet can be easily identified. The most obvious identifier is a collar with a tag proclaiming your pet’s name, along with your contact information. This is not foolproof, however, as collars can get snagged. If you haven’t yet microchipped your pet, now may be a good time to do that. A microchip is a small, rice-sized identifier that is injected into the subcutaneous layer of your pet’s skin. All veterinary hospitals and animal shelters are equipped with microchip scanners which link the number on the chip to your registered information. As an extra precaution, you may consider taking photos of your pet before setting off fireworks.

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enerally speaking, rabbits are safer indoors. That being said, rabbits are meant to be active animals and require daily exercise. Rabbits enjoy being outside where they can hop around and nibble on grass. And, since you see wild rabbits hopping around, you may assume your rabbit will do fine outside as well. However, domesticated rabbits have lost instincts and skills that keep their wild companions alive. The outdoors can provide a wonderful, exciting experience for your rabbit as long as you “rabbit-proof” your yard to protect both your rabbit, yard, and garden.

At first glance, your yard or garden may seem like the perfect place for a rabbit. The area is spacious with lots of plants and places to explore. Take a closer look, from your rabbit’s perspective, and you may see a less inviting scene. Taking care of a few precautions ahead of time saves you the hassle and potential heartache later.

First, look for possible escape opportunities. Rabbits are true escape artists and can find and squeeze through tiny holes in walls or fences. If given the opportunity, they may also dig their way under a fence and into trouble. The recovery rate for stray rabbits is almost zero, so making sure your yard is secure is crucial.

The lovely plants in your yard may not be safe for your rabbit to eat. Check online for a list of poisonous plants that you should keep away from your rabbit. Some common examples of all plants from bulbs, ivy, morning glory (seeds) and mushrooms. Also, grass treated with pesticides and garden fertilizers can harm or kill your rabbit.

Check for potentially dangerous spots your rabbit will be likely to explore like an area with garden tools or outdoor wiring.

While in the yard, your rabbit will likely act on their natural urge to chew and dig. If you spend a lot of time grooming your yard and garden, you may not be thrilled with the results of your rabbit’s little garden party.

To keep your rabbit happy, give them, their own spot to dig like a bordered area of dirt or sand.

Another way to protect your rabbit and yard is to use an exercise pen or run. A safe outdoor run

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should have four walls with a top and bottom. A bottom will keep your rabbit from digging out, and keep predators from digging in. Make sure it is placed in an area that gets plenty of ventilation and shade.

While your rabbit is outside, they may be bitten by mosquitoes and flies that potentially transmit diseases. Rabbits are also susceptible to flystrike during warm months. Fly strike is when a fly lays eggs on your rabbit, and those eggs hatch out into maggots. This is a potentially lifethreatening condition and requires veterinary care. After your rabbit has been outdoors, inspect their body for ticks, bugs or bites. Areas prone to fly strike are armpits, groin, genitals, under the tail and neck especially if your rabbit has a dewlap.

Even after you’ve taken all the necessary precautions for your rabbit to be able to play safely outside, it’s still best for them to be supervised.

Rabbits can die from stress from the mere sight of a predator. You should always be on the lookout for neighborhood dogs/cats, hawks, raccoons, fox, etc. who will move quickly to get to your rabbit. Many horror stories come from an unexpected attack from a neighbor’s dog. Never underestimate the possibility of a dog, especially one left alone during the workday, getting into your yard and killing your rabbit.

Since rabbits are unable to release heat from their bodies by panting like dogs and cats, they are prone to heatstroke. If your rabbit is unable to get out of the sun, they can die within minutes. Make sure your rabbit has plenty of shade and ventilation while outside. Knowing the signs of heatstroke and being able to quickly react to bring your rabbit’s body temperature down is crucial for their survival. If your rabbit doesn’t show signs of improvement, an emergency trip to the vet imperative.

While you are outside enjoying the fresh air, use this opportunity to take your rabbit outside and spend time together. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing your rabbit jump happily in the air kicking their legs up doing a rabbit “binkie.”

Cynthia Alex has been a volunteer for several Utah pet volunteer organizations for the last 23 years as an advocate for ending pet overpopulation. During that time she developed a passion for Rabbits, adopting her first pair 22 years ago. Having Rabbits as pets for all these years has taught Cynthia a lot about the care of Rabbits, which she now loves sharing with the Readers of Pets in the City. Cynthia 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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This girl can be fearful with new people and in new situations, but once she warms up she loves to play and go on walks. She prefers to be the only pet so she doesn't have to share your attention, and she would do best in a home with older children. Come and meet this adorable gal today!

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This cutie loves to snuggle and get scratches. He gently paws at you to be held or pet. He does fine home alone (he goes potty outside and won't chew or scratch anything). He does fine with other dogs but may growl or nip if he feels threatened. He does great on a leash and loves warm walks. He needs a family who understands his chihuahua ways, will appreciate his funny personality and will give him time to adjust. Jasper does not mind children but would do best with older kids. Adopt - CAWS.ORG

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Sabrina is a passive girl who warms right up once she gets to know you and will be your best friend. She would love a quiet home that will help her come out of her shell and be her best self.

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SABRINA

Wilma is waiting for a family who has plenty of time and love to give her. She is a very sweet girl but will want a little extra time to get used to her new home.

If you’re ready to take the time with her, she’ll love you in return. Come meet Wilma at Utah Humane in Murray.

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Reality/Change. One of the biggest issues trainers have is owners not seeing that their behavior is contributing to the overall issues of the dog. Most dog trainers will say the majority of training dogs is training the owners. Many owners see their dogs as fur babies and have a hard time correcting or setting rules or boundaries for the dog. Many go as far as making excuses for the dog’s bad or dangerous behavior. This can make the dog fearful, out of control, aggressive and confused about what is expected.

If the owner isn’t ready or willing to change their interaction with the dog, the dogs’ behavior won’t get better.

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techniques the trainer might offer. Even if the owner has owned dogs for years, every dog is different and every person is in a different chapter of their lives. Animals come into our lives to help us learn what we need to learn. It is up to the owner to take the opportunity of allowing that animal to teach them what they need to learn.

Time/Acceptance. It takes time to fix behaviors and some behaviors cannot be fixed, but only controlled or managed. No serious behavior can be fixed instantaneously. It may take days to years to correct or control a behavior. The trainer will work with the owner on how to work with the dog’s behavior. It is up to the owner to follow through with the training program if they want to see improvements.

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Tales from the Cat Show Circuit: A Purr-fect Netflix Splurge

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A new Netflix documentary promises all the excitement that cat lovers could hope for as Canada’s top cats compete in a top cat show competition.

Filmed in 2018 and released in January 2019, Catwalk: Tales from the Cat Show Circuit is a real-life “Best in Show” experience for felines and their families. It follows the hard-work and true reality of grooming and parading show cats.

cats where giant ribbons and photo opportunities are the best accolades.

Owners take the competition seriously and as one participant shares in the film, “If you’re not number one, you’re the first loser.”

Social media has, perhaps unsurprisingly, taken to the Catwalk film.

Hundreds of memes, quotes, and videos have been created since the show first aired on Netflix in January. Twitter is full of witty commentary and photos of cats watching the documentary at home with their families.

Tweets such as “Catwalk on Netflix is the most intense [sic] I’m so invested.

Can’t wait to take up cat shows” and “#CatwalkNetflix is more than I could have hoped for,” show up daily on Twitter feeds.

Whether you will be watching Catwalk as a long-time cat lover or someone who simply needs a new Netflix fi x, you’re sure to be entertained from start to stop. You’ll have nearly 75 minutes of first-class cat grooming techniques, cat show etiquette lessons, bitter rivalries and without giving away any spoilers—one grand feline retirement party.

Catwalk: Tales from the Cat Show Circuit is now streaming on Netflix.

The film has garnered international attention, and People Magazine recently reviewed it by saying, “Catwalk is an inside look at the adorably odd world of Canadian cat shows.” This is a spot-on review of the film.

From start to finish, the endearing way the owners, judges, and spectators care for the cats, is nothing short of a giant warm fuzzy.

Other reviews: Michelle da Silva, NOWToronto.com “[Catwalk]at no point [comes] off as mean-spirited or like it’s teasing its subjects. On the contrary, it manages to dig beneath the glitz and fur to reveal that competitiveness is ingrained in the human condition – even when it’s only our pride at stake.”

Shannon Carlin, Bustle.com [Netflix is] also the place to check out a purrfectly wholesome doc like Catwalk, which is clearly taking the internet by storm.”

As viewers will learn, preparing cats for a competitive show takes an unbelievable amount of work and dedication. Owners give up weekends, family vacations, and work engagements in order to take their cats to shows.

The film follows several stars of the Canadian cat circuit, but “Oh La La”—a red Persian, takes the cake. Large, fluff y, and reminiscent of Garfield, this lovable gal steals the spotlight.

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