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Why your indoor cat should visit the Vet?

By Rachel Walton, DVM University Veterinary Hospital & Diagnostic Center According to the ASPCA, it is estimated that there are 78 million pet dogs and over 85 million pet cats in the United States. However, cats are significantly less likely to visit the veterinarian than dogs. The dollar amount spent on veterinary care annually for cats lags considerably behind the amount spent on dogs. As a veterinarian, I see these statistics firsthand.

I know many clients that bring their dogs in for regular examinations, yet I am often surprised when they mention they also own a cat.

There are many reasons our feline friends may not make it to the vet as often as their canine counterparts. Let’s explore some of the most common explanations I hear. #1: My cat is always indoors, so she doesn’t need any shots.

The state of Utah requires that all domestic cats receive a Rabies vaccination. Rabies is a fatal disease that can affect both animals and humans, so vaccination is essential to protect pets and their people.

Wildlife affected by Rabies include raccoons and bats, both of which have been known to find their way into people’s homes and contact indoor pets. If a cat is overdue or not vaccinated for Rabies, the consequences could be quite severe, including several months in quarantine or even euthanasia. The consequences could be similar if a cat without a current Rabies vaccination bites someone. Even a typically calm or loving cat could bite unexpectedly if frightened or injured. It is best for everyone if all pets, including indoor cats, are kept up to date on Rabies vaccination.

in the abdomen. A wellness exam visit will also include checking a cat’s weight and discussing any behavior changes noted at home. Your veterinarian may also recommend blood or urine tests to evaluate your cat’s metabolic health.

Regular veterinary visits also allow owners and veterinarians to work together to address medical and behavioral problems in their earliest stages.

Identifying these problems or changes in a cat’s health can lead to more successful treatments and outcomes. For example, obesity is one of the top health concerns for cats. It can lead to a shorter life span, development of diabetes, or worsening of arthritis. If your cat visits the veterinarian regularly, a diet plan can be developed to help your kitty lose weight when she needs to lose one or two pounds instead of 7 or 8.

Similarly, dental disease can significantly impact a cat’s quality of life and will often have no obvious clinical signs at home. Identifying dental disease in its early stages and scheduling appropriate dental care with your vet will help prevent the consequences of dental disease including chronic pain, infection, and loss of teeth. Routine dental cleaning is also less costly than advanced dental surgery to remove teeth. #3. My cat hates the vet. Taking her in for an appointment is so stressful, so I just don’t do it.

While it is unlikely to take away all the stress associated with a vet visit, there are things we can do to reduce it.

First, it is important to choose a veterinarian that you and your cat are comfortable with, can trust, and whose personality is a good match for yours. Many veterinary clinics offer separate waiting areas for cats or will allow you and your cat to wait in a quiet exam room rather than a busy lobby. Don’t be afraid to ask for a quiet space to wait. You can even find a practice that has been certified cat-friendly by the American Association of Feline Practitioners.

Your veterinarian may also recommend other vaccines and preventative care for an indoor cat based on their health and environment. #2. My cat is acting fine, so there is no need to take her to the vet.

Cats are experts at hiding illness, so many owners believe all is well until their cat gets so sick that she cannot hide it anymore. Often the only symptom of a serious disease may be some weight loss, which many owners dismiss as a normal part of feline aging. (It isn’t!)

Even if your cat is not due for any vaccinations, regular visits to the vet are still recommended. These visits are about much more than just “shots.”

The most important part of any veterinary visit is the physical exam. This is a valuable and much-underrated tool that helps identify problems in their earliest stages. By performing a thorough physical exam, veterinarians can detect subtle changes in a cat’s coat quality or muscle tone, problems with their mouth or teeth, irregular heart sounds or rhythms, and abnormalities 6 | PETS IN THE CITY

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Second, teach your cat that their carrier isn’t a scary object. Most of us keep our cat carriers tucked away in a closet, bringing them out only for trips to the vet. The result is a fleeing cat as soon as the carrier makes an appearance. Keeping cat carriers out with a towel or blanket inside can transform them from a scary place associated with strangers and car rides into a safe space to sleep or hang out. Even if you can’t keep a carrier out all the time, bring the carrier out at least a few days ahead of the vet visit.

Feed the kitty some tasty treats or canned food inside the carrier daily to help associate the carrier with good things. Once kitty is in the carrier, do not remove her until you are in the exam room at the veterinary clinic.

Many cats get scared and will bolt from an owner’s arms once outside the house. You may also want to try using a pheromone spray, such as Feliway, on the towel in the carrier. This can help keep your kitty calm. Covering the carrier with a second towel can help decrease visual stimulation and make cats more comfortable.

The best carriers are inexpensive hard-sided carriers that open from the top and the front and can also be taken apart in the middle. An easily removable top allows a cat which is fearful, anxious or in pain to stay in the bottom half of the carrier for exams. Your veterinarian can often do the exam in the bottom of a well-designed carrier. Avoid carriers that require a cat to be pulled from or dumped out for an exam. For cats that are difficult to get into the carrier, putting the cat in feet first or through the top generally works better than forcing her in face first.

For some cats, no matter what you try, going to the veterinarian is an incredibly stressful experience involving yowling, scratching, or tearing at the carrier. For these kitties, finding a veterinarian that makes house calls may make all the difference, allowing them to stay within their comfortable home environment. Alternatively, your veterinarian may be able to prescribe anti-anxiety medication or sedatives to use on the day of the visit.

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By Elizabeth Holtz - Animal Legal Defense Fund Losing a dog to a police shooting is devastating. Even if the dog survives, it deeply fractures the trust the community has in law enforcement. In one recent case, a 9-year-old child asked police officers for help after his dog escaped from his leash. Instead, the police officers shot the dog, who thankfully survived. But the child was traumatized, and the community was angry.

Whether an officer who kills an animal will be punished (or be the subject of a lawsuit) depends on many factors. Regardless, the family of the closed-door animal certainly faces a long road in terms of getting justice or even answers.

Sometimes an officer shoots an animal because he believes (rightly or wrongly) that the animal is a threat. Surprisingly, the size of the animal doesn’t always matter. Small dogs such as pugs have been killed by police officers before. You can protect your dog by keeping her indoors and in a room with a closed door while the police are on your property. As a general practice, you should never let your dog roam free outside. Take the time to ensure that all fences and gates on your property are secure and undamaged. Dogs, desperate to protect their guardians during police interactions, have escaped through holes or gaps in fences and screens.

that there is a dog on the property. Tell them where the dog is being held and explain that the dog might be protective of you.

The other half of the equation is the officer. Police officers can benefit from additional training so they will rely on non-lethal techniques when confronted with animals. For example, catch-poles, nets, and powderbased fire extinguishers are good alternatives. Mandating police contact animal control before engaging in situations where dogs are known to be present is also critical. I’m happy to share that there’s been progress on this front. The National Sheriffs’ Association has a Dog Encounters Advisory Board and offers a Law Enforcement Dog Encounters Training course. The course teaches officers alternatives to lethal force with the goal of equipping officers with the tools they need to safely handle dog encounters and keep everyone safe.

If your dog is hurt or killed by a law enforcement official, you’ll want to follow these steps. First, immediately take your dog to a veterinarian for necessary care. If your dog is deceased, ask the veterinarian to perform a necropsy (an autopsy for animals). Report the shooting to 911 and ask that it be promptly investigated. Do not alter or tamper with the scene until the investigation is complete. Collect evidence and document the incident carefully. Take photographs of your dog and the area where the incident occurred. Keep a file of any documentation you receive and make a copy of any documents or records you give to law enforcement.

Finally, consult an attorney to determine whether you should pursue a lawsuit. The officer’s actions could result in criminal charges for animal cruelty, but this is rare. You cannot file animal cruelty charges on your own, the prosecutor in your jurisdiction will decide whether or not to pursue the case.

I hope that you never experience this tragedy. While avoiding a deadly encounter between your dog and the police may feel somewhat out of your control, taking the steps that I outlined above will go a long way in keeping everyone safe.

Of course, you can’t always predict when the police will come to your door. There have been cases of dogs being killed by police who came to the wrong address. And even if it’s the right address, you may not know they’re coming and won’t have time to prepare. But if you have a minute or two, putting your animals in an enclosed room, like a bathroom, will make a big difference.

Many dogs act protectively of their caregivers, and they can sense stress.

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By April Northstrom To speak with Brad Badger is to encounter a man who takes on the world, one step at a time. His tone is energetic, his outlook is positive, and his curiosity is palpable. But nothing is more apparent in Brad’s voice than his genuine gratitude for the life around him.

When Brad was 10 years old, he was diagnosed with Type I diabetes.

However, he remained an active young kid who was rowdy, rambunctious, and had a passion for motorcycles. Growing up in the Bountiful area, Brad had the best of small-town life in Utah during the 1960s and 1970s.

During high school, Brad worked at a movie theater in Salt Lake City, where his sister was the manager. At the theater, he met an older gentleman who worked upstairs with the films. This man was visually impaired and worked mostly by himself but had a guide dog.

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Through two marriages (and happily married now) and three kids, Brad has learned to navigate a fulfilling life. His younger children are 12 and 16 years old and love helping with the guide dogs. His oldest daughter is 32, and he fondly remembers having is first dog and new baby at the same.

Brad jokes, “I have moments where I say, ‘Hey, I thought this was my dog!’, They love him! But, when it’s time to work, he is my dog and knows what needs to be done.”

After 6 dogs, Brad believes that being successful with a guide dog is all about consistency. He doesn’t ride the bus as much as he used to because it’s not as easy as it once was, but he enjoys walking to his appointments and activities. Generally, Mikey and Brad wake up at 6:00 a.m. for an early morning walk around his Bountiful neighborhood. Three days a week, they go to the recreation center and 1-day a week they volunteer at a local hospital.

“Walking keeps me in shape and my diabetes in check. It’s probably why I’m alive and doing so well. The most expensive thing in my life is shoes,” says Brad. “My dermatologist says I need to get a new hat, too!”

When past guide dogs have been retired from Brad, he has found them new homes with trusted friends and family, or they have been rehomed through GDB. It is not logistically sound for Brad to keep his retired guide dog while bringing home a new one.

“I was always impressed by him. I’ve never forgotten him. I knew then that I’d get a dog if I were blind,” Brad says.

Around the time he turned 22 years old, Brad noticed small changes in his vision and then larger vision impairments quickly followed. A year of medical treatments and finally, surgery couldn’t fix Brad’s vision problems, and by 23 years old, he was legally blind. Today, Brad is partnered with his 6th guide dog, Mikey, who has been by his side for three years.

“I want to stay busy and go out and about,” remarks Brad. “There’s a lot that I can’t do independently, but there is a lot [more] that I can do with the dog.”

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“Nobody wants to work forever, including a guide dog,” says Brad. “Two dogs would be a bit much in our situation. They deserve to rest in a loving, quiet home.”

Brad only mildly worries about the future and what getting older means for his guide dogs. At 55 years old, he simply tries to be a good example to those around him. Professionally, Brad hasn’t been able to pursue all his childhood dreams. His day-to-day responsibilities are caring for his home and helping his children with school while his wife works. Brad says he continually feels rewarded by the opportunities that being blind and having a guide dog have unexpectedly provided for him.

“When I think I’m having a bad day, I run into someone worse than me.

It always happens [to me]. You know that humbles you. With a small laugh, he adds, “I’ve learned that if you’re open to seeing what is in front of you, you’ll be okay.”

The Badger family is, without a doubt, a solid team. Brad credits his family, his wife, and his children for many of his blessings.

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By Sarah Tyler When people hear the term feral cat, it brings to mind a stray pet cat that has lost her way, or an unwanted kitten dropped off by a cruel owner.

Perhaps the kitten was the unwanted offspring of an un-spayed house cat.

Though all these conditions can be true, what is most likely is that a feral cat is one of many living in a local community where a food source may be plentiful.

These cats are not truly a hazard.

They tend to keep their territory free of mice, rats, snakes, and other pests.

This can be great for a community.

The trouble that most encounter is an explosive population growth that overtakes an area. That’s where an interesting program targeted at feral cats comes in, called TNR or Trap Neuter Return.

killed. It’s also more cost-effective since there isn’t a constant influx of new kitties needing to face euthanasia and the price tag that incurs.

If you’ve discovered a local feral cat population and want to get involved, head on over to Best Friends Animal Society in Sugar house to get your TNR vouchers for free vet service and traps for the cats. Prepare the traps by lining them with newspaper and set them at the location with wet food and water in small open bowls. This will draw animals.

Dusk is typically the best timing to set the traps as cats are most active in the evening hours. Check the traps in the early morning for cats with unclipped ears.

Best Friends Animal Society has a list of Veterinarians that work with the TNR programs to which you can take the cats. Make sure to call ahead so that the vet can plan accordingly!

Then you can release the cats into the same location where you found them, approximately 24 hours after their procedure.

We have our very own feral communities here in Utah. One such population is shepherded by Debbie Myers, owner and founder of Pets in the City Magazine. Nearby her home at a creek in Bountiful lives a group of 21 feral cats. Debbie spent one summer practicing the TNR program, and over the past 4 years, the population size has decreased slightly as a few have passed away and the community hasn’t seen the birth of any new kittens. The locals provide food and shelters for the kitties and in return benefit from the communities’ prowess in exterminating pests.

Helping to limit the growth of these populations so that their food sources and shelters don’t get overridden by rapid population growth is imperative to the safety of the cats. In this way, they are allowed to live out their days, comfortable and happy, as relatively wild animals without much human interference.

Trap Neuter Return, is the only method proven both effective and humane in controlling feral cat population growth. The cats are trapped safely and then taken in for some basic care. A rabies vaccination is given, along with a general check-up.

Then their left ear is clipped (a fairly universal marking for feral cats that are being tracked in a TNR program.

Aside from monitoring the feral pets, this practice also helps to return lost pets to their owners through microchips. Each pet is checked for a microchip when they are received into the clinic. After the cat has been sterilized, it is released back into the same location it was caught. A local caregiver continues to provide food and water to the feral cats in that location and monitor the population for any new feral cats so that they can be inducted into the TNR program. The addition of one new female cat with the capability of getting pregnant can cause significant setbacks.

The TNR method is non-lethal- which is more effective than merely eliminating a feral cat because, like all animals, cats are drawn to food and mates. So, where one cat is eliminated, another will quickly fill its place, and a mama cat can have multiple litters in a year, exponentially increasing the population at a rate faster than they could be caught and 14 | PETS IN THE CITY

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Saving Lives One Step at a Time By: Temma Martin Best Friends Animal Society – Public Relations Specialist Join Best Friends Animal Society for the country's biggest, best and longest-running Strut Your Mutt at Liberty Park on Saturday, October 12, 2019.

Salt Lake City is one of 12 communities across the country participating in Best Friends Strut Your Mutt, 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.

Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society said: “Best Friends Strut Your Mutt launched in 1996 in Salt Lake City, and that first year everything that could go wrong did, but we did not give up. Now Strut Your Mutt is a movement-wide benefit and a primary fundraising platform for hundreds of local rescue groups and shelters around the country – some groups even raise their entire operating budget off this one fundraiser. Best Friends produces the events and invites local organizations to use it as a turnkey fundraiser.”

Best Friends® Strut Your Mutt® Salt Lake City will be held Saturday, Oct. 12, at Liberty Park (600 E. 900 S., northwest corner) from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fundraising goal is $180,000. On-site registration, t-shirt pick-up starts, and beer garden opens at 10:30 a.m., walk begins at noon and event ends at 2 p.m. Please note that the event is again being held later in the day than in past years, to take advantage of warmer afternoon temperatures.

Nearly 2,200 dogs and cats are killed every day in shelters, just because they don’t have safe places to call home. “We are determined to get that number to zero by the year 2025. Best Friends Strut Your Mutt is an important community event to help save animals’ lives,” Castle added.

Working collaboratively with shelters, rescue groups, other organizations, and you, we will end the killing and Save Them All.

Early bird on-site registration and t-shirt pick-up: Friday, Oct. 11, 3-6 p.m.

Nationally the fundraising goal is $2.6 million. Each year, hundreds of partnering organizations participate in Strut Your Mutt to raise the money needed to save lives in their own communities.

Strut Your Mutt is more than just a dog walk... it's a huge celebration with 50+ vendors, activity zones for pets and kids, a beer garden, food trucks, live entertainment and contests, and more! Get a full list of vendors, activities, food trucks, and details at strutyourmutt.org.

Please sign up soon to take part in the original Salt Lake Strut Your Mutt.

Each year around 2,000 animal lovers participate in Salt Lake City Strut, raising nearly $200,000, most of which goes directly to participating NKUT Coalition partners for lifesaving programs, such as spay and neuter services, adoption events and more. Please register today and join the fun.

When you register, you can help raise money to support the efforts of Best Friends or one of more than a dozen local animal organizations, all members of the Best Friends No Kill Utah Coalition. Plus, you’ll get to take part in a fun festival full of people- and pet-friendly activities. We welcome ALL animal lovers, with or without a mutt! Well-behaved, leashed dogs under adult control are welcome. For your safety and theirs, please leave your non-canine pets at home.

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ave you noticed banners for CBD popping up all over the place? As legislation has shifted, the market has exploded, and for a good reason. CBD and hemp (cannabis containing less than .03% of the psychoactive cannabinoid THC, which is what gives the feeling of being “high” and which is now legal in Utah) is being researched for its potential to help with anxiety, pain management, seizures, auto-immune disorders, joint pain, sleep, and even its potential as an anti-inflammatory and reducing the size of cancerous tumors.

As a pet store owner, I literally field phone calls from 4-6 new CBD companies a week, and most of them don’t make the cut for me when it comes to quality. Getting such regular sales pitches, I have learned over time the markers of a good brand, so I always ask the same questions to determine the product they want me to sell.

So. with so much on the market now, what do you need to know to make sure you are getting the best quality hemp products on the market?

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What part of the plant is used? I had a coworker at Ridgecrest Herbals (my other job) complain that the CBD product she got online for her dog’s joint pain just wasn’t cutting it. I looked and found she had fallen for one of the very common marketing tricks in the hemp world. Her product included hemp SEEDS, not CBD. The seeds have great nutritional benefits but do not contain the cannabinoids like CBD that are going to create a strong effect. The company had thrown in some other herbs to give mild benefits but were touting the hemp heavily in their marketing when it didn’t do anything for the joint pain. I have had customers come in with the same issue. After reviewing their websites, I have learned that sometimes companies will keep things so vague you don’t actually know whether they are using the stalks and the flowers (that contain the beneficial cannabinoids) or if they are using the hemp seeds as an ingredient just so they can jump on the CBD bandwagon without the expense of sourcing CBD. A good rule of thumb is if they don’t specify, they are probably trying to sneak something past you. A legitimate company will be plastering their labeling with as much specific information as they can to help them stand apart from the crowd.

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Cost: My friend, who had been hoodwinked, had picked her product based on the cost. If it’s cheaper than a lot of what’s out there, it is likely poor quality. With CBD, you get what you pay for, 100%. The higher quality cannabis that is used, the more expensive it is to source, grow, and extract. The better quality it is, the less you will have to use to get a good effect anyway, so it’s worth paying more upfront.

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Where is the CBD from? Our favorite brand, locally owned Healthy Hemp Pet (literally down the street from us) was founded by Dave Merrill.

He was frustrated that he wanted to use CBD for his dog with hip dysplasia and couldn’t find a decent pet product that wasn’t sourced from China. The best hemp is grown in Colorado, with stringent legislative hurdles they have to clear as it is still in the pilot program phases (excitingly, the last farm bill expanded the program, and we are even getting some growers started in Utah) and only a few companies have met all the requirements. Many companies source CBD from China or Europe, because up until recently legislative hurdles meant you couldn’t drive CBD across state lines. You could have it flown in internationally (make sense of that, why don’t you) and so it was cheaper and easier to source from outside of the U.S. Quality suffers dramatically, and heavy metal contamination is an especially big problem in hemp sourced from China. So, avoid it!

4. How is the CBD/hemp oil extracted? There are several methods

that are cheaper, but debates rage about byproducts, maintaining the integrity of the oil and the terpenes, etc. These include infusing into olive oil (something you could do yourself), ethanol extraction (cheaper but damages part of the chemical makeup and has a higher carbon footprint), and others. You will want to get CBD that has been extracted either through vapor distillation (does the best at preserving the chemical compounds of full-spectrum hemp oil) and Co2 extraction (which is is one of the cleanest but also the most expensive because it takes specialty equipment and has a steep learning curve). I haven’t heard of another extraction method as effective, clean, and safe as Co2 and Vapor.

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Is it CBD isolate or Full-Spectrum Hemp Oil? While both are great, full-spectrum hemp oil contains CBD along with a range of other cannabinoids and terpenes that have medical benefits, so it’s worth asking and getting full-spectrum if you can.

I have used CBD myself for anxiety and pain management, and there is a reason it is spreading like wildfire. GOOD CBD can be hugely beneficial both for pets and their humans. So, if your pet (cats included) could benefit, be sure to talk to your local retailer about hemp treats, oils, and balms for your pet, or just give us a call.

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Why take my pet into the back?

Naturally, your focus as a pet owner is on your pet and concern that they are comfortable and safe. I assure you, that is also on the mind of your veterinary team. There are several reasons why your pet may be taken to the treatment area of the hospital. All staff in a veterinary clinic are trained to triage and assess your pet. If they detect something concerning (some examples: pale gums, difficulty breathing, seizures activity, active bleeding) they will take your pet to the treatment area so immediate treatment can be started. Some symptoms are subtle and may not be evident to a pet owner; however, a trained staff member who acts quickly can be the difference for stabilizing your pet.

There are other less critical reasons why your pet may be taken to the treatment area. When diagnostics are being performed it is necessary to have your pet in the treatment room to facilitate sample collection. This is done in treatment areas for hygiene and safety. Moving blood or urine samples around the hospital becomes a potential risk of contamination to critically ill pets.

Other diagnostics requiring your pet to be taken into the treatment area include imaging, such as radiographs or ultrasound. We have many owners ask if they can come to radiology while x-rays or other images are taken.

Unfortunately, this is a safety issue as well as a legal reason why owners are not able to accompany their pet. Though the exposure to your pet is minimal and extremely safe, due to frequent exposure veterinary staff must wear protective equipment to limit radiation exposure and wear special badges to measure their exposure to ensure their safety.

One of the most confusing times for an owner to be away from their pet is when their pet is uncooperative for an exam. This may mean showing signs of aggression or fear. If your veterinarian notices these signs from your pet, we may ask to take your pet in back to facilitate a more thorough 20 | PETS IN THE CITY

examination. It is counterintuitive, but many pets behave more calmly when they are not with their owners while in the hospital. This is a strange but true fact veterinary staff sees every day.

In a scary situation it is natural for a dog to want to try to protect their owner or to look to their person as a security blanket. This can lead to a dog being more aggressive or fearful and having a higher likelihood of biting.

Unfortunately, the owner can accidentally become the target of biting which is something we work extremely hard to avoid. Additionally, when an owner is trying to hold their pet still it is very common that they will feed off each other’s anxiety which creates more stress for the pet and owner.

Are you muzzling or being rough with my pet?

Technicians are thoroughly trained in animal handling and restraint.

Many dogs and cats are much easier to work with when separated from their owners as anxiety behaviors are decreased. The best way to ensure a pet and the staff are safe is to have secure control of the animal. Usually, this involves hugging the pet’s head to the shoulder, so the head is controlled and using the offhand (or a team member in the case of large dogs) to wrap around the abdomen to control movement. This is not a painful position for a dog, and almost always allows great restraint for blood draws, medication administration, IV catheter placement, nail trims, and other simple procedures.

Cats are typically held on either side of their head with their body wrapped under the staff members arm. Yes, at times it becomes necessary to muzzle a pet. This is often done as much to distract the pet as to stop an actual bite.

In some cases, challenging patients may require chemical restraint in the form of sedation for safe handling. If you are concerned about muzzling, physical or chemical restraint do not hesitate to ask your veterinary team, and they would be happy to demonstrate or explain to you. A muzzle can seem extreme, but it is very safe when used correctly. Proper restraint reduces the time it takes for a procedure which in turn reduces the overall stress to the patient. The reason for that is that we have the pet held still in a safe way to prevent excessive wiggling or biting.

What can I do as an owner?

The most important thing you can do is to ask questions of your veterinary team. Allow the team to explain what the plan is for your pet before it leaves the room. That way, you can have a realistic expectation of what your pet is experiencing and for how long you may be separated. The last thing we want is for an owner to leave unhappy with their animal’s care because a procedure or decision was not adequately explained. It is of paramount importance that you are comfortable and understands what tests or treatments your pet is receiving.

The goal of the veterinary team is to provide the best possible care for your pet while minimizing stress, pain, or anxiety.

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.

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What about a rabbit? Rabbits make wonderful pets in the right situations. Rabbits don’t take up a lot of room so if you live in a house, townhome or apartment, they are ideal. If you don’t want to have to walk a pet, but have time to give attention, love, and provide areas for her to hop around for exercise, you might want to consider a rabbit.

One caveat is that rabbits don’t do well with very young children. Many people don’t know much about rabbits, but here are ten simple things you should know about them as pets.

Rabbits are quite. If you live in an apartment or have nearby neighbors, animal sounds can be an annoyance. Rabbits make little to no noise.

Rabbits will throw toys around, occasionally thump a back foot, or chase a “bunny bud” around if she has one, but won’t bother even the lightest sleeper.

Rabbits have personality plus. People who have never had a pet rabbit don’t realize they can have very distinct personalities. She can be charming, affectionate and interactive. When choosing a pet rabbit, spend time with her to be sure her personality suits yours. Like other animals, some rabbits are rambunctious and playful, while others are shy and reserved.

Rabbits bond with their owners. Ask any bunny owner who regularly interacts with their pet, and they’ll tell you rabbits get to know their owners well. She’ll recognize them by voice, sight, and touch. Rabbits may even follow you from room to room, and get excited when you get home. When a rabbit is being petted and is happy, she will “chatter,” similar to a cat purr.

Her living space needs to be large enough for her to stretch out and have room for a litter box, hay, and water. Rabbits like something to get under to feel safe like a cardboard or wood box. Wire dog pens work great, because they can be set up any way you’d like, and moved around. Rabbits need regular exercise, so it’s important she gets a couple of hours of exercise hopping around outside her cage in a rabbit-safe area.

Rabbits can be trained. Spayed and neutered rabbits can learn to use a litterbox. Using positive reinforcement, rabbit owners can encourage her to learn certain behaviors by repeatedly rewarding her with treats. She can recognize your voice, and respond when heard repeatedly like “treat!”

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Rabbits can live as long as a small dog. Pet rabbits, housed indoors and cared for properly, live 10 to 12 years. A rabbits long life span is great for people wanting a smaller pet because most small mammals don’t live as long. House rabbits live longer than outdoor rabbits because they are not subject to attack from predators, overheating, frostbite, and illnesses caused by insects.

Rabbits come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. With different sizes, coat color, length, and texture, upright or lop-eared, there is a rabbit for everyone. Different breeds are known to have distinct temperaments, so it is important for you to choose a pet rabbit based not only on looks but also on personality.

Rabbits are easy to rescue. Rabbits are the third most surrendered animal behind dogs and cats in shelters nationwide, so many are waiting for loving homes. There are local shelters, humane societies, and rabbit welfare groups in almost every state. The Internet is an excellent resource for finding one near you.

Rabbits are generally very clean pets. Rabbits urine has a strong odor, so their litter box should be cleaned frequently. Use paper-based litter to absorb urine. Rabbits are fastidious groomers, and shouldn’t be bathed.

Rabbits shed heavily 2-3 times a year. Brushing them once a week helps with shedding. Long-haired rabbits, like Angoras, may need daily brushing to keep her coat from matting.

Rabbits are entertaining and intelligent. If a family has the time and finances (for food, housing, and veterinary care) available for a rabbit, and is willing to learn about the needs of these animals before adopting one, a rabbit can be a wonderful addition to a loving home. If you’re considering a pet rabbit, be sure you know a rabbit-savvy veterinarian if veterinary care is needed. To maximize the benefits of a pet rabbit, she should be spayed or neutered.

With rabbits growing in popularity, there are many Internet resources offering information on care, to buying fun living spaces and toys, so it’s not hard to find yourself in bunny bliss!

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 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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Meet Gavin! This handsome hunk is getting his second chance after transferring in from another local Utah shelter for a second chance at finding a home. At 7-years-old, this friendly fella has plenty of love to give. He uses his litter box with ease and gets along well his kitty roommates. Gavin has been waiting in our shelter for over 46 days, and even longer at his previous shelter. He's ready for a home to call his own! Visit him today at UTAHHUMANE.ORG.

SABRINA

Female, 8 Year old, Domestic Long Hair Bambi needs active family who will help him to experience lots of new things. He loves to go to new places, rides perfectly in the car, and is a great hiking buddy! He isn’t too sure about strangers out and about, but is very curious and improving every day. He needs the safety of a crate and is learning through this that it's okay to be alone sometimes. He is good with cats but may be a little too playful for their liking. He loves kids and is very gentle with them. He is a super smart boy and picks up training very quickly Adopt - CAWS.ORG

Female, 3 Years old, Californian Rabbit Hilda is a beautiful girl both inside and out! She is very loving, likes to nuzzle up against your neck, and would make a great house rabbit. She is available to adopt at Utah Humane today.

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Meet gorgeous Sabrina! When Sabrina isn't working as a beautician, she's collecting crystals to enhance her spirited life. Sabrina would be best in a home with older children or adults. Come on into our Lifesaving Center at 2005 S. 1100 E. in Sugar House to meet Sabrina in person or contact utahadoptions@bestfriends.org for more information.

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Female, 1 years old, Rex 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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Habee is a former member of a dog sled team and loves to get out and run. He is a sweet boy who would make a great running partner. For information on adopting Habee, contact Arctic Rescue www.arcticrescue.com

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Male, 9 years old, Pit bull Terrier Mix Rocky is a lover who is looking for a home without other pets. This nine-year-old is a loyal and attentive dog whose main goal is to show affection and love for his best friends. He has a great balance of fun energy and calmness and will add a wonderful personality to your home.

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Male, 1 Year old, Husky Mix Raider has been off leash trained to fully enjoy the great outdoors. He also loves to snuggle on the couch with you. Raider is shy of new people and not a fan of kids. He craves attention and affection and loves to be told he's a good boy. Raider loves most other dogs but needs to be fed separately. He does well with cats. He will need a home with a securely fenced yard. Adopt me at CAWS. ORG

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Male,7 years old, Pit bull Terrier/Black Labrador Mix

Meet gentle Loki, a kind old soul who would love to be a part of your family. Loki doesn't ask for much, he'll do well in an apartment or house as long as he has his family to snuggle with on the couch. Loki loves walks (they're his favorite thing) and he does really well on a leash. This seven-year-old enjoys the company of other calm dogs and children. Come meet this nice old boy and fall in love with his gentle nature. Contact utahfoster@bestfriends.org for more information about this guy.

SVETLANA

Female, 4 Years old, Domestic Short Hair Svetlana is a shy girl who loves to play. This threeyear-old needs a quiet, calm home where she is the only pet so she can relax and give love rubs to her humans to her heart’s content. Contact Best Friends in Utah at utahfoster@bestfriends.org.

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9-year-old buff tabby, female Like a fine wine, Clicquot is a chill and classy lady.

She loves laps and enjoys the love of people, and is an independent girl who loves walking on her leash!

This nine-year-old is young at heart and loves to play with toys and sit in her fruit tart bed. Clicquot loves scratching posts and would be a wonderful addition to your calm home. Come meet this lovely lady at our Lifesaving Center, 2005 S. 1100 E. in Sugar House.

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Male, 11 year old, Gray and White Shorthair Grandpa Sharky is a wise, sweet, laid back guy who would love nothing more than some tasty food and a warm spot to sleep. This older gentleman does have special needs, so please contact utahfoster@bestfriends.org to learn more about how to care for this senior boy.

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Georgia may be a bit shy at first, but she has the sweetest demeanor and is the definition of a "Velcro dog" and "lap dog." While she may be in her senior years, she still has plenty of energy to roam around the yard, hunt for critters, and go on walks. She is house trained, crate trained, gets along with dogs and cats, and overall is the perfect pup.

No children,please. She does have dry eye and will require eye drops for the remainder of her life, but she doesn't mind them. Adopt me at CAWS.ORG

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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Female, 2 years old, Long Haired Tortoiseshell Spayed Voodoo hasn't visited the dark side and doesn't dabble in the dark arts, but she's really into playing with toys and sleeping on human beds at night. This gorgeous long-haired is at our Lifesaving Center in Sugar House, so come meet this princess, take her home and spoil her!

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