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SPOOKY ANIMALS: Creatures that Give Us a Fright!

Masquerading Pets Feline Retroviruses Dog-Friendly Fall Hikes near Salt Lake City!

Rabbit Emergency Kit – Do You Have Yours?

Best Friends and Their Network Providing Hurricane HELP

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all came yesterday. Darker mornings, shorter days, cold weather. I don’t mind fall, except that it’s the precursor to winter. And for a girl who loves walking on the beach, playing in the lake, and all things warm and outdoors, winter is… winter.

Lucky for all of us, there’s fall. The party before the cold weather sports kick in, and we all, for the most part, spend more time inside that we’d like. With pets who also want to be playing in the fields. Although, I’ll admit, watching Cassie, our Doberman, experience her first snow is a moment I’ll never forget. For all the cold, she loved snow.

So, as we welcome in fall, we just saw the Super Adoption weekend take place. We know of at least one little boy who met his new best friend that weekend and brought him home. Strut Your Mutt and many other fantastic pet events happen in October.

If you’re taking your put to Strut Your Mutt, make sure to read Temma Martin’s article. For over 20 years, Utah has been supporting this fantastic event. Also take a look at Sarah Tyler’s article on making Halloween safe for your trick-or-treating dogs this year. And in honor of the season, April Northstrom takes a peak at some non-traditional pets and animals that make us squirm!

Happy Halloween, everyone! And happy fall! Enjoy the cooler temperatures and fall foliage while they’re around, and before the full craziness of the holiday season is upon us.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OCT 2017 | VOL. 6 NO. 2 PETSINTHECITYMAGAZINE.COM

SPOOKY ANIMALS: Creatures that Give Us a Fright!

By April Northstrom

By Kathy Staveley, DVM

By Alicia Baker

Rabbit Emergency Kit – Do You Have Yours?

By Cynthia Alex

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Dog-Friendly Fall Hikes near Salt Lake City!

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Cynthia Alex Alicia Baker Temma Martin Kathy Staveley, DVM

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Mutt Magic – Let Your Dog Strut Her Stuff at Strut Your Mutt By Temma Martin

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STAFF WRITERS Tonya Landon | Mona Mistric April A. Northstrom Sarah Tyler

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Masquerading Pets

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SPOOKY ANIMALS: Creatures that Give Us a Fright!

By April Northstrom

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e often choose pets based on the way it makes us feel to care for them. Dogs are “man’s best friend” and cats are our cuddle companions. We enjoy teaching them, caring for them, going on long walks or sharing family adventures. Not everyone is a dog or cat person, but generally, people who choose to care for pets are animal lovers of some kind. Still, there are those animals that make our skin crawl. In honor of Halloween, here are some of the creepiest creatures that won’t be sharing snuggles with most humans any time soon. These aren’t ghosts, zombies or skeletons, but they are creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky!

Sp i d e r s make even the bravest and strongest humans run with fright! According to research, six percent of Americans have arachnophobia

and won’t be going anywhere near a spider. Big ones or little ones, eight legs is too many to trust. Tarantulas are most feared among humans, but varieties like the Texas Brown Tarantula really don’t pose much of threat and eat smaller bugs. Many people keep them as pets! Eight legs is too many to trust. Tarantulas are most feared among humans, but varieties like the Texas Brown Tarantula really don’t pose much of a threat and eat smaller bugs. Many people keep them as pets!

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are tiny, but mighty and should not be messed with under any circumstance. Native to Central and South America, this little creature does bite animals with its fangs and it does suck blood. Its intention is not to harm, but to eat. Their razor-sharp teeth make an indentation in the skin and then they slurp up the oozing blood. Sound frightening, especially when you know they can also carry dangerous diseases like rabies.

Sn ake s are one of the most feared creatures on earth. In particular, the Black Mamba. The name is catchy and might make you want to dance a little jig, but don’t be fooled. They are aggressive, territorial and dangerous. Black Mamba snakes can grow up to 14 feet long and move up to 12 miles per hour. Said to be shy, they will still strike when threatened. Named for the color of their mouth, only a quickly administered antidote saves victims from death. Rattlesnakes are also at the top of the “most-feared” snake list and careful precautions should be taken when traveling in areas native to these slithering creatures.

Cro c o d i l e s are creatures that most people will only encounter at a zoo or aquarium. However, wild saltwater crocodiles are

often sought out by tourists for sightseeing purposes. The animals are extremely aggressive and will fiercely protect their homes in swamps and saltwater estuaries. These crocodiles are particularly “scary” because they regularly eat people, along with other smaller prey. Yes, they eat people.

Measuring more than 2,200 pounds and 20 feet in length, saltwater crocodiles are the largest reptiles in the world. Keeping your distance is the best bet with these chilling reptiles.

How l i n g wo l ve s are synonymous with Halloween. Long, loud and high-pitched, a wolf howl is unmistakable and can

make your hair stand on end. The Gray Wolf is the world’s most powerful dog – and a relative of our domestic dogs. The wolves are known for keen hunting skills and darting eyes. Wolves usually hunt in packs and target deer, moose and bison, but have been known to attack cattle and sheep – sometimes a little too close to humans for comfort. Generally, wolves rarely attack people and if they do, it is usually because of rabies.

The mysterious nature of wolves makes them one of the most researched animals, and one the most feared and beloved creatures – all at the same time. Again, they are wolves and not dogs, so keep your distance if you encounter one in the wild.

Whatever frightens you or makes your skin crawl, you can be sure that Mother Nature has given us some incredible creatures to observe. Never underestimate the strength of animal adaptations and be sure to keep your own animal companions safe this Halloween!

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Masquerading Pets Safe Ways to Make a Halloween Costume for Your Pet

By Sarah Tyler

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alloween is every trick-or-treater’s dream.

Free candy, make-believe that adults and even whole neighborhoods participate in, costumes, yummy food. Everything about the Halloween festivities brings joy to kids and lots of adults alike. Pets have been getting in on the celebrations more and more each year as they have been transitioning out of “pet” and into “fur-baby” status culturally across America. That brings a lot of challenges that are new to our culture as we celebrate holidays.

For one, getting costumes for our pets has become standard Halloween practice. And getting one that matches the family-themed costume is top priority.

So with that in mind, it’s important to pick a costume that is pet friendly. Making costumes at home can be a fun activity, but if that’s your method, then keep in mind some specifics to avoid. Dyes can be hazardous to your pets, spray on hair colors, powder, glitter, rough surface materials, or sticker decorations (yes, I have seen this and it is traumatic) all pose multiple and assorted threats.

Avoid these things because a dog doesn’t understand what they are wearing, and they are going to act like dogs in it. Dyes used on costumes can rub off onto your pets if they aren’t treated correctly. The spray on hair color and other chemicals, like fake blood, could be ingested by your pet and make them seriously ill.

The glitter and powder hair colors can get into their eyes and cause serious irritation. The rough surfaces, and really any of the items that are coming in contact with your pet’s sensitive areas or skin, could cause a contact dermatitis reaction. Pre-wash materials to ensure that things like starches, and finishing chemicals are off of your fabrics before using them in PAGE 8

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the costume to reduce the possibility of irritation.

A few other things to consider about the costumes, if you’re taking your pet trick-or-treating with you and your family, is visibility and accessibility. You need to be able to access your dog’s collar or harness so that your pet can safely travel with you through the streets.

Additionally, if your pet is wearing all dark colors, on a dark night and escapes your grasp, she could get hit by a car, seriously startle a child or be startled into an aggressive response, or get lost. Consider using reflective materials in the costume or light up collars or leashes to keep your pet safe.

Lastly, the costume needs to be kept to a safe minimum and out of areas that your dog can access and chew easily. The chest and upper back are good bets. Anything that falls out of those areas becomes fair game for your animal to be able to get at and chew. This could lead to discomfort or gastrointestinal distress. Cords, ribbons and other long fibrous materials can get entangled in your dog’s intestines and lead to serious distress, even surgery or death! So, it’s important to make sure that you’re taking precautions to protect them, not just dress them cutely.

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you’re out with your dog, make sure that you are keeping a close eye on anything that goes into her mouth. There could be candy on the ground, or low treat bowls left on porches that she could nose her way into. Chocolate is a bigger risk than some other candies, in that it contains two key elements that are bad for pets: theobromine and caffeine. Theobromine is the main killer, as a stimulant to the central nervous system and heart, with its side effects exacerbated by caffeine.

On the flip side, it relaxes smooth muscle like the bronchials, and increases kidney excretions. When it hits your pet’s system, effects can range from light nausea and increased body temperature to excessive diarrhea or even death. But don’t panic if Fido’s gotten a hold of the candy bowl – it might not be as bad as you think. To be fatal for pets, chocolate consumption has to be a lot more than a single miniature candy bar, but just because it doesn’t kill them, doesn’t mean it won’t make them horribly sick. So be diligent and keep those treats out of your pet’s reach in sealable containers. And if you have any concerns at all, call your vet.

This Halloween, make the best of all the traditions and be sure to find safe, fun ways to include your pets. They’ll thank you for it, and you’ll have those wonderful memories for years to come.

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Feline Retroviruses

By Kathy Staveley, DVM

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eline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV) are two very important feline viruses. Although they are from the same family of viruses, they do have some unique differences. As cat owners, it is important to be aware of these diseases and how we can prevent and manage them.

Both viruses are spread through cat-to-cat contact although by different methods. FIV is typically thought as of a “fighting” disease since it is spread from one cat to another through saliva from deep bites. Cats that live together in harmony have very little risk of spreading disease.

In contrast, FeLV is considered a “friendly” disease since it is easily spread through social contact such as grooming, sharing food, etc. Both viruses are considered unstable in the environment and are easily killed with most disinfectants.

FIV and FeLV are quite different in terms of severity and progression of disease. Many (but not all) cats infected with FIV can live long, unaffected lives. However, it can predispose cats to secondary infections due to immunosuppression. These infections range from mild and manageable to life-threatening. Unfortunately, FeLV-infected cats tend to not fair quite as well. They often develop signs of illness within a few years of infection which can include severe anemia, cancer and/or infection. Despite supportive therapy, many cats may die or are euthanized not too long after they start showing symptoms.

Conveniently, there is a quick and relatively inexpensive blood test that can be done by your veterinarian to diagnosis FIV or FeLV. In fact, it is routinely recommended and performed on all newly adopted cats and kittens as part of their initial wellness exam. There is a very effective vaccine against FeLV that is recommended for at-risk outdoor cats. Since the introduction of the vaccine, the prevalence of FeLV in the general cat population has plummeted. There is an FIV vaccine available, but it is not considered as effective and is not routinely used or recommended.

Management of cats with FeLV and FIV is often focused around good husbandry practices. They should be kept indoors, and isolated from other cats. Routine veterinary visits for exams and lab work are important to look for any problems that should be addressed. Treatment of symptoms is focused on managing secondary conditions such as infection or anemia. Specific viral therapy is largely experimental at this time.

Feline retroviruses don’t always have to be considered a death sentence.

Especially when diagnosed early and managed properly, many cats can live years, if not full lives, with these viruses, especially FIV.

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alt Lake City is one of 14 communities participating in Best Friends Animal Society’s Strut Your Mutt presented by BOBS from Skechers which brings together passionate people to raise money to save the lives of homeless pets. The event originated in Utah and has been held here for more than 20 years.

Best Friends® Strut Your Mutt® Salt Lake City will be held Saturday, Oct. 14, at Liberty Park from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fundraising goal is $290,000. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m. and event ends at 2 p.m.

Best Friends Strut Your Mutt Salt Lake City features 22 animal organizations, all members of the Best Friends No More Homeless Pets® Network (shelters, rescue groups and other animal welfare organizations). For full information on participating rescue groups and shelters, festival events, directions to venue, etc. please go to strutyourmutt.org.

Last year in Salt Lake City we raised more than $270,000 for homeless partners!

Every day in America’s shelters, nearly 5,500 dogs and cats are killed, simply because they don’t have safe places to call home. But if we work together, we can reduce that number to zero. Best Friends Strut Your Mutt Salt Lake City is an important event to help the shelters in this community save animals’ lives.

Nationally, the fundraising goal is $3 million. Each year, hundreds of partnering organizations participate in Strut Your Mutt to raise money needed to save lives in their own communities. Together in 2016, they raised more than $2.6 million — nearly $1.9 of which went straight to 294 participating groups. For many partners, the funds raised during Strut Your Mutt make up a good portion of their funding for the entire year.

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Dog-Friendly Fall Hikes near Salt Lake City!

By Alicia Baker

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f you are looking to escape the heat and view the fall colors with your furry pal, check out these three dog-friendly hikes near Salt Lake City! Choose from easy, medium, or hard or do all three – you won’t be disappointed.

Easiest: The Woods Trail & Dog Park The Woods Trail & Dog Park is one of Kimball Junction, Utah’s newest dog parks. Located in a neighborhood to the north of I-80, this small dog park is fenced in for your furry pal to run around and get her energy out. After playing ball, grab your leash and take your choice of two trails starting from the dog park – the easy 0.5 mile loop that wraps around the pond, or the longer 1.3 mile loop that weaves its way through the neighborhood. Both trails are stroller friendly and flat.

Directions: From SLC, head East on I-80 and take exit 141 for Jeremy Ranch. Turn left at the bottom of the ramp, then left at the next stop sign (gas station will be kitty corner to this stop sign). At the round-about, continue straight on Rasmussen Rd. Pass the tennis court on your left. At the next stop sign (Sunrise Dr.), turn left. Drive straight until you see the sign for The Woods Trailhead, and park there.

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Medium: Flag Rock, Farmington Flag Rock sits along the west facing bench just east of Lagoon, along the rocky mountain side. It’s an easy hike that leads to amazing views of Davis County and Farmington, UT that the whole family can do. Short on time? Hike to Patsy Mine and PAGE 16

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call it good. This trail has little shade, but you’ll cross Steed Creek, which is a great place for the dogs to drink from and cool off, and have the kids play in the creek. During spring, all the run off will create the fun obstacle of trying to cross the creek while staying dry. Distance one way is 2.5 miles and gains 1,000 ft.

Directions: From I-15 take exit 322 and keep right. Turn right on Frontage Road, then left on W 620 S. Turn left on S 200 E, then right at the Woodland Cemetary on Woodland Dr. Follow this through the neighborhood until you reach the reservoir where there is a large dirt parking lot to park.

Hard: Murdock Peak Murdock Peak (9,600 ft.) is in the Central Wasatch mountains and can be accessed via Millcreek Canyon.

Fall is a great time to summit because all of the leaves are changing colors, and the cool breeze on the summit is very refreshing after a hot summer. This is a great peak for beginners looking to “bag a peak.” There are no obstacles or scrambling required – only a sense of adventure and a love of hiking! This is a dog friendly trail starting from Millcreek – the trail is half shaded and very scenic, though you’ll need to carry water for both you and your pup. Keep in mind that in Millcreek Canyon dogs are only allowed off leash on odd days, and must be leashed on even days. Distance: 7.6 miles round trip, and gains 1,940 ft.

Directions: Drive to the very end of Millcreek Canyon and park at the uppermost lot. There is a $3 fee upon exit of Millcreek Canyon.

For detailed maps and trail guides, check out www.GirlonaHike.com.

Alicia Baker is owner of Girl on a Hike, a blog that follows Alicia and her hiking companion, Charlie, a Golden Lab, on their outdoor adventures. She has lived in Utah for four years, and loves exploring everything from the High Uintas to the San Rafael Swell and desert.

Girl on a Hike has been awarded as one of the Top 100 Outdoor & Hiking Blogs in both 2016 and 2017. You can reach her on Instagram & Facebook @GirlonaHike.

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Rabbit Emergency Kit – Do You Have Yours?

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n light of the recent hurricanes and flooding associated with them, if you haven’t included your pets in your evacuation plan, it makes sense to do it now.

Although hurricanes are not a concern in Utah, wildfires like the one in Herriman in 2010 left some homeowners with only 15 minutes to evacuate their homes. Also, the Wasatch Fault has the potential of producing a magnitude 7.5 earthquake, which can happen anytime according to the Utah Department of Public Safety.

Since 2005, after Hurricane Katrina, many animal welfare organizations have disaster response teams to deploy to the affected area. However, it can be overwhelming, and they mainly focus on dogs and cats. They are important too, but it makes including your pet rabbit in your family evacuation plan even more critical. Putting together essential items for your rabbit to survive in the event of an emergency isn’t hard, and will ensure her safety and give you peace of mind.

Disaster situations are as scary and stressful for our pets as it is for us, so have a sturdy carrier to keep your rabbit safe. Depending on your rabbit’s needs, you can potentially assemble an emergency supply kit to be kept inside the carrier.

In a waterproof container, have at least three days’ worth of food.

She’ll also need a three day supply of water, with collapsible bowls that come in various sizes to use for both. Treats are nice to have too!

Many first aid supplies for your rabbit can be found in a human first aid kit. A few important items to have are: hydrogen peroxide, gauze pads, medical tape and antibiotic cream to clean and protect a wound.

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Antibiotics that include pain relief shouldn’t be used on rabbits. Tape or bandages shouldn’t be applied directly to a rabbit’s skin because their skin is thin and can tear. Styptic powder, or cornstarch, is good to stop bleeding on nails only. Saline solution helps flush out foreign matter from their eyes.

In a waterproof bag, prepare helpful paperwork in case you and your rabbit are separated, or are going to a shelter. The paperwork should include your name and phone number, your rabbit’s name, age, colors, unique features and microchip information. Yes, rabbits can get microchips! Include a picture of you and your rabbit, which may be necessary to show if it is in the care of a rescue organization.

If possible, a puppy pen or some sort of fencing would be good so your rabbit isn’t confined to the carrier for long periods of time. A box that folds flat, a plastic bag to line it and a bag of litter will work for a litter box.

Many shelters have only accepted dogs and cats in the past. Hopefully this will change, but know ahead of time what shelter will accept you and your rabbit. Preparedness reflects what we value. If it’s not safe for you to stay, it’s not safe for your pets.

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s soon as we heard about Hurricane Harvey, Best Friends Animal Society immediately started contacting our Network Partners along the Texas coast to determine what they needed.

To assist with rescue efforts in the area, Best Friends’ small emergency response team deployed right away to help those in need of immediate assistance, focusing on animal search and rescue.

In addition to our emergency response team, Best Friends deployed a team of experts in animal sheltering, handling and transport to the area. Our staff is helping affected Network Partners with supplies, sheltering and transport, as well as other needs as they may arise.

Best Friends has activated our disaster relief fund. We continue to assess our Network Partner needs and are prepared to support them both financially and with teams on the ground. Gifts made to this fund will be used exclusively for Best Friends’ relief work to help animals during this disaster. If people wish to help, donations can be made to this fund at bestfriends.org.

Initially, Best Friends Animal Society partnered with Montgomery County Animal Shelter in Conroe, Texas, to set up a temporary shelter at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. There they housed the remaining dogs and cats that came in through the storm period and that were found in Montgomery County, along with the pets of those remaining at the Red Cross shelter there. More than 1,000 pets were cared for at the Rescue and Reunite Center in its two weeks of operation.

As of September 11, Best Friends Animal Society’s animal care operation had moved to Houston to partner with Harris County Public Heath’s Animal Shelter. Together, we created the Pet Reunion Pavilion, a center where families separated from their pets, during or following Hurricane Harvey, come to search for their four-footed family members. Other important partners in this unique facility are Austin Pets Alive!, Houston Pets Alive!, and Houston PetSet. Located at the NRG Arena in Houston, the Pet Reunion Pavilion acts as a hub for families to find their pets displaced by Hurricane Harvey.

As of late September, there were around 400 dogs and more than 100 cats still hoping to be reunited with their families, but there have been dozens of happy reunions.

Here in Utah, around 100 dogs and cats from Best Friends’ Network Partner, Austin Pets Alive, arrived in Salt Lake City on September 4, to begin a new life after being transported from Texas to make room for pets displaced by Hurricane Harvey.

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NKUT Coalition members Rescue Rovers, Paws for Life, Second Chance for Homeless Pets, Cache Humane, and CAWS took in dogs, cats and puppies, and West Valley City Animal Services received around a dozen cats.

This transport was coordinated and financed by Best Friends Animal Society, with the actual transport and additional funding by CAWS. Best Friends has more than 1,900 Network Partners across the country, and after the hurricane, reached out to each of them to see which shelters and rescues were able to take in animals from Texas to make shelter space for those displaced by the flooding. Hundreds of animals were sent to Network Partners all over the country to find loving homes.

The animals coming to Utah were already available for adoption at Austin Pets Alive, a no-kill shelter, prior to the storm, or were surrendered by their owners in the past week because sadly, many people there were too overwhelmed having lost their homes, and felt they could not take back their animals.

All the animals were quarantined, examined by veterinarians, treated

if necessary, vaccinated and spayed or neutered to be made available for adoption at the NKUT Super Adoption in September.

Best Friends did not send a full team to Florida, because we had more than 50 staff on the ground in Houston and were committed to continue to care for the animals there. Instead, Best Friends partnered with First Coast No More Homeless Pets, based in Jacksonville, to mount a full-scale Hurricane Irma relief operation in hardest hit areas in Florida. Together, we have worked to ensure that animals affected

by Hurricane Irma are safe, and that rescue groups and shelters in Florida have the support they need to continue caring for, or if needed, evacuating animals.

Countless people and animals were affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, and the road to recovery is a long one. Best Friends is committed to help save as many lives as possible, by helping ensure animals are held for 30 days or longer to be reunited with their families, or if no owner is ever found, transported to Network Partner shelters and rescue groups to begin new lives and find loving forever homes.

Temma Martin is a public relations specialist for Best Friends Animal Society, a national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters. Best Friends runs the nation’s largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals, as well as programs in partnership with rescue groups and shelters.

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OCTOBER CALENDAR OCTOBER 14 What Best Friends Animal Society’s Strut Your Mutt at Liberty Park When Opens Saturday October 14, 8:30 a.m.

Where Liberty Park Salt Lake City 600 E. 900 S. Info Register today at: strutyourmutt.org to help raise money for homeless pets.

By Tonya Landon

OCTOBER 21 What 7th annual Howl-O-Ween pet costume contest When Saturday October 21, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Where Downtown Farmers Market at the Historic Pioneer Park Info slcfarmersmarket.org OCTOBER 23 What Dog Dayze in the Maze When October 23 (6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.)

Where Wheeler Farm 6351 S. 900 E. Murray, Utah Info This year will not include a costume contest, but the finest Halloween attire is encouraged! Enjoy testing your dog’s directional skills by navigating through the straw bale maze, then pick out the perfect pumpkin and enjoy a wagon ride.

The cost is $8-10 (dog included) OCTOBER 31 What Howl-O-Ween on Historic Main Street – Park City Dog Parade When October 31, 2017 5:00 p.m.

Where Main Street in Park City, Utah Info Named one of the top Halloween celebrations in the country by Travel and Leisure magazine.

Q. My dog and I have been invited to a Halloween party. There will be a trick contest and I really want to win! Do you have any ideas for tricks? – Jackie A. A fun Halloween trick is to teach your dog to jump into your arms or hide behind your legs when you say a cue word such as “Look out!

A spider!” or “Ghost!” This trick will make your dog look afraid, even though he is not.

Warning. If your dog is bigger than you are, overweight, teacup, a senior or injured, consider teaching him the “hide behind your legs” trick instead of jumping into your arms.

Step 1. Have some high value treats ready. Pick a cue word such as, “Ghost!”

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Step 2. Sit on the floor with your legs out in front of you and encourage your dog to jump onto your lap while you say your cue word. Once he is getting onto your lap with no problem, sit on the edge of a low chair and encourage him to jump onto your lap. Once he has no problem getting up on your lap at this height, move to a higher chair or lean against a wall with your thighs parallel to the ground. The goal is to slowly move into a standing position for the final trick. Remember to catch your dog each time so he doesn’t lose trust in you. Reward with treats when he has done well and is in your lap.

Step 3. Stand with your knees bent so your dog has some leverage if necessary. Encourage him to jump into your arms as you had before.

Once he is jumping into your arms while you are standing, practice saying the cue word while sounding startled or afraid to make your trick more authentic.

Hiding behind legs.

If you have a dog that doesn’t want to jump into your arms or is too large or to small then you can teach him to hide behind you when you say your cue word.

Step 1. Pick a cue word.

Step 2. Show your dog a treat and lure him behind your legs while you say your cue word. Once he is behind your legs praise him and give him a treat. Repeat this exercise until your dog is hiding behind your legs on cue.

Tonya Landon is a professional dog trainer with Diamonds in the Ruff. She rescued and trained Stetson, a small terrier with aggression issues, to be cast in the title role of the 2012 Stetson, Street Dog of Park City, a short film adapted from the children’s book written by Jeanine Heil.

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SAYING GOODBYE In memory of Pancakes.

And in this crazy life, and through these crazy times It’s you, it’s you, you make me sing.

You’re every line, you’re every word, you’re everything Thank you for giving me the best 15 years of my life. Thank you for listening to me sing in the car, being my personal food roomba, and making sure to always kiss me good night and good morning. I miss you more than anything.

Until we meet again, sweet sassy girl.

Hana Kim

Charlie, As I type this letter with tears falling on the keyboard, as I type this letter with my heart swelling with pain and grief, with memories stored away, I hope to find some solace and forgiveness and peace of mind.

The first time I saw you at the gas station it was cold and drizzling and there you were so malnourished I was counting your ribs. I saw people come and go with food and thought to myself, “I’m not leaving you here.” You let me approach you and I carried you to my car and took you home. You were so timid and afraid that you didn’t want to eat, drink or come out of the closet. I bathed you and made sure you were clean.

Charlie, as you grew comfortable with us, that’s when you decided to show your true colors. I’m sorry papa, but you were a total menace! You ate my shoes and two of my bras! You jumped the backyard fence ALL the time and we had to go looking for you, or you would find your way back home. You tore up the bag of food and I couldn’t help but laugh because when I came home and saw the mess you ran up and jumped on me like everything was peachy!

Yes, I cleaned it up and every other mess you did I cleaned that too. Although you were a complete terror I still loved you and spoiled you.

That fateful day we were planning to go for a walk but I had forgot my phone in the house. You didn’t want to wait; you wanted to walk! You got loose from your leash and ran to the curb where a car who ran a stop sign at 30 mph hit you, and you flew towards the neighbors house. My mom and I rushed you to the hospital and I was with you in the back trying to be strong and tell you you’re gonna be okay. We got to the clinic and it is there where we received the bad news: your spinal cord was completely severed and your quality of life was grim. I didn’t care if you were to be handicapped on wheels or I had to feed you myself but the vet said that you would be in too much pain. The only thing to do was to end your suffering. I bawled like a baby strong in my will to keep you alive. Googling options: researching other alternatives but there was none.

I didn’t want to end your life, Charlie; you were only one year old. So young and energetic and full of life. I couldn’t do that. I loved you so much I couldn’t let you go. My mom made the decision for me and like a coward I didn’t want to be there. I wanted to go home. I wanted to be selfish for my sake but I

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couldn’t do that to you either. I wanted you to see my face and my tears and hear my words before you closed your eyes.

I must have said “I’m sorry” 100 times that day and 10 times every day since then. I went home heartbroken and out of tears. Devastated.

I blamed myself and still do. If we hadn’t gone for a walk, if I hadn’t forgotten my phone or just left it there you would be with me. Causing havoc. Every day I ask for your forgiveness. Every day I look at your nametag and paw print of your ashes and think of all the memories I had with you. Every day I wonder if you still love me and remember me. Since your death, we have adopted Stella from the shelter and I expected her to have your personality; your love for fun. But she is very timid and afraid and she is a work in progress. You will never be replaced Charlie, no matter how many pets come and go in my life.

You will always hold a special place in my heart.

I guess the purpose of this letter is to forgive myself for what I have done to you. Ease my conscience, ease my pain. I want you to forgive me for taking your life so soon, forgive me for the decision I had to make. Let me know that you’re okay and running wild and happy at the rainbow bridge.

No more leashes or restrictions. Even though you were a complete tyrant I loved you with all my heart and soul.

I know, Charlie, that someday we will meet again and I hope it will be with your wagging tail and sloppy kisses.

Run free papas. Run free.

Annie

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THEO

Male / 2 Years Old / Terrier/Pit Bull Mix I am good with other dogs and very affectionate. I’m also good with kids.

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Female / 1 Year Old / Black Lab Mix I’m a very energetic dog who would make the perfect running or hiking partner. I’m a happy and intelligent girl who is eager to please! I prefer to be the only pet and also need a home without children. Call Nuzzles & Co (435-608-1424) for more information.

BODIE

Male / 4 Years Old / Malamute I am neutered, current on all my shots and microchipped. I am a true arctic breed who loves to talk and tell you stories of my ancestors. While I am stunning, striking and so much more, I need a special person to be my human, could it be you? If you would like to meet me, please apply today at www.rescuerovers.org.

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ONION

Male / 7 Years Old / Domestic Shorthair I’m a sweet, laid back guy looking for a nice family to call my own. I would like to live in a calm home where I can be the only furry companion. I would need to live in an adult-only home, since the little ones seem to be too much for me. I will be your BEST friend. I love to snuggle and be around you but sometimes I do need my space and will let you know. I am FIV+, but don’t let that deter you! FIV cats can live a completely normal and happy life! Please email utahadoptions@bestfriends.org to meet me.

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