Pets in the City Magazine July 2013 Issue

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How to Choose THE RIGHT PET SITTER

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Euthanasia: When Is it Time to Say Goodbye?

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Letter From The Editor True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.

–Arthur Ashe

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Have a wonderful July! - Elizabeth Cornwall

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A hero comes in many shapes and sizes. And an act of heroism doesn’t have to be a grand gesture — something as simple as a dog laying his head on the lap of a sick child to provide some sense of comfort can mean the world to that child. The companionship and undying love our pets give to us is an act of heroism all on its own. This issue of Pets in the City Magazine is dedicated to all those heroes out there — big, small, human, and four-legged companions alike. We thank you for the dedication, support, and service you give to those in need.

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Since 2009, in Utah, Chris has lead a non-profit movement called Help Portrait. Help Portrait is global movement of photographers giving back their time and talent to give, not take, portraits during the holiday season to those in need. Chris also continues his education in a continual effort to refine and hone his skills by attending workshops with some of the most renowned portrait photographers. In addition, Chris is an active member, and serves on the board of the Intermountain Professional Photographers (IPPA) which is an affiliate of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).

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PUBLISHER PICM Publishing, LLC FOUNDER Deborah Myers EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Genevieve Campbell EDITOR Elizabeth Cornwall OPERATIONS MANAGER Megan Waller SALES & ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Deborah Myers WEBMASTER Jennafer Martin STAFF WRITERS / MARKETING Heidi Gertsch Jennafer Martin James Maughan Megan Waller CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Lynn McCarron Chanté McCoy Ledy VanKavage GUEST WRITERS Jill Adler John Malone Mara Marini

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PHOTOGRAPHER Chris Dickinson CIRCULATION Shane Myers BOOKSMARTS ACCOUNTING Jenny Groberg Lindsay Kirby GRAPHIC DESIGNER Michelle Bellinger mashiaragraphics@gmail.com

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3 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR 5 HEALING HEROES - Jennafer Martin 6 EXPERT ADVICE ON THE HEALTH

& SAFETY OF YOUR PET

Euthanasia - Dr. Lynn McCarron 8 PET PEEVES

Wagging A Finger So Dogs Can Wag A Tail

- Chanté McCoy 10 SAVING LIVES - CHICA ZAPOOCH

TReader Submission - John Malone 11 POOCHES ON PATIOS Cover photo by

- James Maughan & Megan Waller Chris Dickinson 12 ANIMAL TAILS

Little Country Mouse in the Big City – Part 3

- James Maughan 14 AGGRESSION TRAINING - Jill Adler 15 RESCUE ME 16 ON THE COVER: LOCAL HEROES 18 HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT PET SITTER

- Jennafer Martin 20 MONROE’S CLOSET - Mara Marini 22 SAYING GOODBYE 24 HOW BEING A PET-FRIENDLY LANDLORD

WILL INCREASE YOUR PROFITABILITY

- Ledy VanKavage 25 PET PRODUCT REVIEW Last Month’s Issue:

EZ Out With EZ Pet Barrier - Jill Adler 27 FAMILY FUN

Coloring Fun! 28 HIKING SUPPLIES FOR YOUR HOUND

- Chanté McCoy 30 OUR PETS IN THE CITY PHOTOS PICM Disclaimer: All reader submissions and photos are voluntarily submitted without expectation of compensation.

PICM reserves the right to edit, alter, or modify the submitted article to extent in which we deem necessary.

A RESCUE PLEA Pets In The City Magazine is dedicated to and encourages rescuing companion animals of all types. There are thousands of animals in Utah and across our nation needing a forever home. If you are interested in rescuing a companion animal, there are over 100 animal rescues in Utah. A good resource is petfinder.com, a nationwide database for companion animals of all types. A rescued animal can be rewarding and lead to a forever grateful love.

Pets In The City Magazine © 2012 is an independent, free monthly magazine published by PICM Publishing. For information regarding PIC Magazine visit www.petsinthecitymagazine.com Any and all articles in PIC Magazine are submitted for reading enjoyment only.

Please consult a professional and make wise personal decisions regarding health and safety issues of pets and family.

Healing Heroes

This animal-assisted therapy organization has been helping people heal and grow for 20 years

animal has what it takes to be a heroic healer, or if you want to find out more information about this wonderful organization, visit TherapyAnimals.org.

Jennafer Martin

Some animals attain hero status by assisting first responders and law enforcement, but others earn it by helping everyday people deal with their everyday challenges. And right here in Utah, one organization trains countless volunteer hero animals to assist in special education as well as physical, occupational, speech, and psychotherapies: Intermountain Therapy Animals (ITA).

Since its beginnings in 1993, this amazing non-profit organization has grown from a handful to hundreds of volunteers (both human and animal), all committed to enhancing the quality of people’s lives through the human-animal bond. Because interacting with animals lowers people’s blood pressure and helps them relax, it makes the hard work of therapy sessions more fun.

“Everything in life is more effective if it’s fun,” says Kathy Klotz, Executive Director. And ITA is spreading that fun to more than 100 facilities along the Wasatch Front, including senior centers, veterans’ and other hospitals, grief programs, women’s shelters, residential treatment centers, juvenile detention programs, schools, and more.

One of the programs these heroic animal volunteers participate in is ITA’s Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program, which gives children an opportunity to love reading and books by reading aloud to dogs. This simple act simultaneously improves children’s confidence as well as their reading and communication skills. It’s proven to be so effective that R.E.A.D. now has 4,000 practicing volunteer teams in the U.S. and worldwide, including chapters in Finland, the United Kingdom, and Slovenia, to name just a few.

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“It’s not a casual process,” Klotz notes. “Our teams often deal with people who are going through the toughest moments of their lives, so it’s crucial for everyone involved to know what’s expected.”

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Animal volunteers are always needed, as the requests for these heroic animals in therapy programs exceed the current number of volunteers. If you want to volunteer but don’t have an animal, there’s still a lot you can do. From special events to office help to assisting in assessing animals, Intermountain Therapy Animals can use your help.

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To send animal and human volunteers to do visits and to work alongside people in therapy programs, ITA has a comprehensive training program that can take up to two months from start to finish. Animals and owners who pass the application and assessment screening go to a training workshop where they practice walking with wheelchairs and being comfortable around other medical equipment, other animals, and more. Then they go on supervised visits till they are deemed skilled and comfortable enough to go out on their own.

EXPERT ADVICE

Euthanasia

When is it time to say goodbye?

Unfortunately, that rarely happens, and owners are left contemplating an agonizing decision and the responsibility that goes along with it.

Often, pet owners have a very good sense of when the time is appropriate. I encourage people to monitor their pet for signs that suggest the time is near due to quality of life declining.

Ask yourself: • What are the things that bring my pet the most joy and Lynn A. McCarron, DVM, Diplomate ABVP does he still participate in those activities?

• Is my pet in pain that is unmanageable by medication? a veterinarian for over twenty years, I have watched my clients • Does my pet still want to be with me and respond to my struggle with what is often the most difficult decision they will ever make regarding their beloved pet — whether or not to euthanize. attention?

• Does he wag his tail or purr?

As their pets become affected by illness or even just gradual aging • Is he still interested in food? and decline in quality of life, owners begin to wonder — When is the time right to consider euthanasia? “Will I wait too long?” or “Am I Your veterinarian can usually guide you as far as the medical aspects

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keeping them alive just for me?” are common questions.

of your pet’s disease. They may suggest some blood tests or other diagnostic testing to make sure that all simple problems have been Pets may have issues such as incontinence, chronic illnesses requiring addressed, which if treated, would improve quality of life. And medication, or behavioral problems, which can create feelings of guilt veterinarians can help owners become more comfortable with the for owners as they weigh the decision of when is the right time to decision they are making. euthanize. While in my experience these feelings are normal, I rarely find owners who make selfish decisions. Most people are trying to You will also want to consider whether or not you wish to be present make the best decision they can in the best interest of their pet. I’ve at the time of the euthanasia, which consists of a simple injection. always believed that my role in this process is to help my clients make Many owners feel it is best that they be present during the final a decision that is best for their family and their pet, and be a decision moments to comfort their pet, while others may leave their pet with they will look back on with a sense of peace. the veterinary team for the euthanasia because they would rather

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How will you know when it is time?

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Although this question may be extremely difficult to answer, I usually suggest to owners to trust their instincts. People often tell me that they wish their pet would just go to sleep and not wake up.

remember their pet as he was in life. This is a personal decision with

no right or wrong path and your veterinarian should be there for you to answer any questions you may have with regard to it.

The decision to euthanize a pet is both a blessing and a burden. The responsibility of ending an animal’s life, along with the grief of losing a pet, especially to illness or accident rather than old age, can be devastating. My hope is that this grief is not compounded by guilt or regret. We must remember the amazing joy of sharing our lives with a pet, and the great gift we may offer them of a peaceful and dignified end.

Dr. Lynn McCarron is the owner of the University Veterinary Hospital and Diagnostic Center. Originally from Ohio, she has been practicing in the 9th and 9th district for more than twenty years, is a board certified Veterinary Practitioner in canine and feline practice, and a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners.

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PET PEEVES

WAGGING A FINGER SO DOGS CAN WAG A TAIL Chanté McCoy

Imagine having to cut off a pinky finger because 1) it’s unnecessary, 2) it might get injured during your lifetime, and 3) a four-fingered hand is the height of beauty. No? At least you have some choice in the matter.

Now imagine newborn children must have a pinky cut off within a few days of birth. With no anesthesia. Without pain medication afterwards.

Little imagination is required. Only 25 years ago, doctors performed surgeries on newborns without anesthesia, believing their nervous systems were too immature to sense pain. We don’t believe that today but persist in believing it true for other animals, such as puppies—even though the number of nerve endings may exceed those of an adult.

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restrictions. Veterinary associations declare docking to be painful, unnecessary, and unethical. Many veterinary schools no longer even teach how to perform docking. However, in the United States, with the Over 130,000 newborn pups are subjected to unnecessary shameful influence of the American Kennel Club (AKC) mandating cosmetic surgery in the U.S. each year, including docking. artificial breed standards for its canine beauty pageants, docking When only two to five days old, their tails are amputated, removing continues to be standard procedure for some breeds. nerves, muscles, tendons, blood vessels, sections of arteries, spinal cord, and a good portion of backbone (6 to 23 vertebrae) which comprises “Tradition” is one argument the AKC uses to justify docking, although one-quarter to one-third of their total length. the original reasons for amputation are antiquated. Docking fails to prevent rabies or increase a dog’s speed, as once believed. Since most dogs are pets now, docking is unnecessary to remove possible grips in dog fighting or when cornering a cougar during a hunt.

Some bleed out or die of shock. Even if the docking is done “properly” (many aren’t done by veterinarians but by breeders and puppy mills), the pain may not diminish with time. As with any amputation, there is serious risk of infection and swollen growths of nerve bundles in scar tissue that may cause chronic pain for life. The compromised back muscles (that were attached to the tail and still anchor to the pelvic area) can lead to urinary or fecal incontinence and perineal hernias.

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The loss of the tail affects the dog’s balance and agility too, as well as its means of expression with other dogs and humans, conveying its mood and intentions. A docked tail can’t clearly be seen tucking under when fearful or raised high when aggressive. Lack of a tail can lead to misunderstandings.

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So why, oh why do it?

Most developed countries (e.g., bulk of Europe, Australia, Israel, and Brazil) ban docking altogether or, in a few cases, permit with

Some claim docking prevents tail injury. However, statistics do not support this. In multiple reviews of veterinary records, serious tail injuries are rare. In the largest study yet, the incidence of tail injury was 0.23%. Infection and mangled tails are more common with docking.

Even for working dogs supposedly “prone to injury,” the argument falls flat because of the inconsistency among breeds targeted for docking. For example, among the similar Pointer, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthair Pointer, only the Shorthair is routinely docked. Plus, many hunting and working breeds, such as Labs, Border Collies, and Shepherds, keep their tails.

Others argue docking is hygienic, so hair won’t trap fecal matter. Again, the inconsistency among targeted breeds poo-poo’s this claim. Shorthaired breeds (e.g., Dobermans) don’t have this issue, and many longhaired ones are undocked and proper grooming addresses hygiene.

Ultimately, the reason dogs continue to be mutilated is for cosmetic reasons, to fit some “ideal” propagated by the AKC since the mid-1950s for some breeds. Isn’t it time we caught up to the 21st century and recognized the blatant cruelty of chopping off dogs’ tails?

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CHICA ZAPOOCH ZAPOOCH CHICA Reader Submission - John Malone

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My stomach was barren. All I wanted for lunch that afternoon was a nice

and savory double cheeseburger. The task was simple. Go in, order, get the goods, and roll out. I could replenish myself in the truck as I drove home.

Then I saw it. Loosely taped to the back of the cash register was the flyer that was about to steer my life in an unexpected direction. It was a little dusty, likely the result of neglect, much like the neglect that was harbored deep in the heart of the dog in the picture. Nobody could have predicted that my lunch order that day would evolve into a life altering experience.

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right now, and moving to Massachusetts in a few months?”—“You’ve never had a pet before, why now?”

My first visit to the shelter was a little awkward. I went to the place with a head full of what I had thought would be informative and important questions. Questions that, in the end, never even had to be asked. A worker at the shelter was bringing her out as I made small talk with the trainer.

“There she is right there,” the man said as he pointed to the right of me. “Go ahead, call her over here,” he continued.

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“Chica, come here Chica, come on girl.” The words hadn’t even fully broken away from my lips before that four legged fur ball was headed my way. Not wanting to appear intimidating, I quickly knelt down so I could be at her My eyes have laid upon scores of pet adoption flyers throughout the years in level. As she came closer she began sniffing me out, looking me over a little. all shapes and sizes. So why was it that this simple little 5x7 piece of paper, Much like my days in the military, I was being inspected. Then it happened. with nothing more than a picture of a dog above a few lines of blah blah Gazing directly into my eyes she paralyzed me with a grip tight enough to blah, instantly command my attention? Was it the beautiful coat of black, turn coal into diamond. As if she were Medusa, and I her victim, but in a tan, and white hair that covered the pooch? good way. Right then I realized that all my worries Colors in a distinct pattern suggesting the dog about what kind of questions to ask the shelter were was a German Shepherd, although with those pointless. ears, and a body like that, it was definitely a mixed breed. Was I magnetized by her name, My living arrangements at the time prevented Chica, a Spanish word for girl that I, my me from taking her home right away. Since I was brother, and my sisters would use to call my temporarily residing in the basement of my parent’s niece by? house for the summer, bringing a dog to the house was something that should probably be discussed Maybe it was those dark brown eyes in the beforehand. Randomly from time to time I made picture that somehow reached out off the mention that I was thinking of adopting a dog. paper and immediately took hold of me with Everyone just kind of laughed it off, not taking me a grip that was not to be soon loosened. Was I seriously. For about a week or so I was continuously simply in sorrow for the unfortunate dog once dropping hints here, there, and everywhere about I read that she was involved in a shooting the my intentions. Still never hearing the word “NO,” year prior, had been rehabilitated, and was I happily paid the adoption fee and signed the now in desire of a new home? It really didn’t required paperwork to make Chica mine. matter, when in all reality, I wasn’t really looking for a reason why I should maybe Not being familiar with my truck, it took a few save a dog because the dog was about to save minutes of sweet talking and bribery to get her in me. the cab. Once inside though, with the passenger window rolled down, she was in pure heaven. Going I scribbled down the contact information for the shelter, later calling them back and forth between sticking her head out the window for the fresh to arrange a visit the next day. Having never owned a dog in all my years air in your face view and sitting closer inside next to me scanning out the of existence, I frantically probed everyone I could think of that was a dog windshield, she had a non-stop grin from one floppy ear to the other. owner on what kind of questions I should ask to get a better feel for what I was about to possibly take on. The consensus among my family and friends At the shelter I was told that age had been the major factor that steered was clear. I was nuts. others away from adopting Chica. Nobody was in the market for an older dog it seemed. I thought this would be a perfect introduction to being a dog “Why would you get a dog right now?”—“You have no job, how are you owner. She would already be trained, less destructive, and all around calm going to take care of it?”—“Aren’t you staying in your parent’s basement in her twilight years. Or so I thought.

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following information: “NOTICE to patrons, dogs may be on the premises but are restricted to the outdoor patio.

Owners are responsible for keeping their animal under control at all times.” The notice will also appear on the menus.

3. Interior entrances must be equipped with self-closing devices.

4. No food preparation/drink-mixing may be performed in the patio area.

5. The patio must be continually free of dog-related debris, hair, and dander. All waste must be disposed of within five The Salt Lake County Health Department (5) minutes in a separate, exterior waste has a responsibility to ensure the safety facility. The patio area must be thoroughly of all restaurant patrons. Over half of cleansed every shift.

Utah’s citizens own a pet. In order to 6. The wait staff may not have contact fulfill this responsibility while providing with any dog. opportunities for local merchants to cater 7. Dogs are not allowed to come into to the lifestyles of the everyday public, contact with any dishes, utensils, or the County Health Board established surfaces used for service or preparation. guidelines for food establishments.

8. Dogs may not be given any food while In May of 2012, the board outlined in the patio area, but may be given water such requirements in official County in a disposable container.

Regulations. As of the publication of this 9. Each variance shall be reviewed on an article, no businesses have applied for an annual basis and is limited to seasonal amended license to allow dogs on patios. operation (May through October).

10. Fees may apply to accommodate waste If a dining establishment wishes to obtain removal and inspections. a permit to allow dogs (sorry, no cats) in patio areas, it must first file a variance If you are the owner of a local restaurant, request. The parameters are explained on or a pet-owning patron who would like the Salt Lake County Health Department to encourage restaurants to become petwebsite. friendly, you can contact the Salt Lake County Health Department at http://www.

The establishment must comply with the slvhealth.org/ or call (385) 468-4100. Pets following regulations (Reg. 5, Sec. 4.6.54): in the City would like to encourage any 1. A separate entrance must be provided restaurant with a patio to apply for this for the dog, and the dog is not allowed option. Hopefully soon, pooches will be within seven (7) feet of any interior able to rejoice in the sun while you entrance. nosh on some fantastic Salt Lake 2. Signs must be posted stating the local eats.

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Little Country Mouse in the Big City – Part 3 James Maughan

To read parts 1 and 2 of this story, check out issues 9 and 10 at petsinthecitymagazine.com/ online-edition-by-month/

The animals turned and stared at Jeffrey. He stumbled behind Sonya and whispered, “Why are they all staring at me?”

Puckering her lips in disgust, she hissed, “Because you used the ‘R’ word!”

“You mean Rodent?” Jeffrey hissed back.

Nudging the young mouse aside, Sonya waved her paws in the air and proclaimed, “No worries, folks, he’s from the country!”

The crowd resumed its hubbub and Jeffrey relaxed. Sonya slowly turned and raised her eyebrow. “You better learn to watch your mouth, young one, or you’re going to get hurt!”

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“But that’s what we call our cousins!”

Jeffrey protested.

“Right! But your cousins live in the country! This is the city and you better figure it out!” She bellowed through bared teeth, her eyes ablaze.

Jeffrey was shocked by her sudden outrage. He trembled a bit and lowered his eyes.

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Sonya inhaled deeply and backed off a bit. “Look,” she gently urged.

“You’re in a new land with new rules — you gotta figure it out!” With that, she grabbed her soup and Quincey’s, nudged the young mouse toward the door, and charged into the sunlight.

Quincey followed a step behind.

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Jeffrey grabbed Quincey’s tail and opened his eyes for the first time. He flinched at leering eyes and snarling jowls.

A twitchy, cockeyed, shrunken beaver held a sign that read, “Wil werk fer wood.”

bears. They sported weighty gold Jeffrey wasn’t fooled. The entire setup bands around their necks and carried seemed fake to him. thick sticks in their paws.

A thunderous thumping shook the A puny tiger costumed in a cape As the cats and mouse approached, walls while hundreds of creatures captivated a crowd of creatures and one of the bears blocked the way and swayed and bobbed to the beat. On wowed them with fantastical feats growled. stage, an ensemble of beavers slapped of magic as a shady weasel picked hollowed-out logs in precision. their pockets.

“Come on, Yo-Yo, it’s just me and Sonya encircled Quincey and Jeffrey my crew!” said Sonya, with a smile with her giant paws and led them to Shivering, Jeffrey reaffirmed his and a wink. The bear snuffed and a calm corner near the stage. A table grasp on Quincey’s tail and trudged glanced at his brother bear. The forward. The city was a mean place other wrinkled his nose and nodded. opened up. and Jeffrey didn’t like it. At first, Smiling, Sonya and Quincey slipped Sonya turned to Jeffrey and asked, he was scared of the unknown, but past. Jeffrey let go of her tail and “What do you think of Tony’s?” now he realized what his dad said looked up at the bear. was true — he could trust no one.

Jeffrey smiled and said, “Well, it’s not He began to figure out a plan. If “How’s the Salmon, brother?” he exactly what I expected, but it’s pretty he could find his cousin and a way asked. cool!” He turned toward Quincey. home, maybe he could return to the life he loved — quiet meadows Quincey spun around, worried, Quincey shrugged, “As long as we and gurgling brooks. He had no but the bear tilted his giant can get a sip and a snack, I don’t money, but maybe Timothy could muzzle toward the tiny mouse and help him — and come with him! whispered, “Off-season, friend,” and mind this place.”

He remembered what his dad winked. Satisfied, Jeffrey proceeded “Is my cousin in here?” asked Jeffrey. had said,,“Don’t trust anyone but through the gateway, passing a family!” perplexed Quincey.

“Who’s your cousin?” Quincey asked.

Reinvigorated, Jeffrey plunged “Do you know him?” she asked “Timothy,” he replied. forward into the crowd toward Jeffrey.

Tony’s.

“No, but all bears know Salmon,” he Sonya interrupted, “You mean Tim? Yeah, he’s probably here, I’ll check,” They rounded a corner and a huge said with a smile. and she waded into the crowd. plaza spread before them. Stunned, Jeffrey stumbled and his eyes grew Eyebrows raised, she followed the The thundering ceased and the wide. A gigantic fountain exploded mouse into a tunnel lined with animals stopped their stomping. in the center while herds, gaggles, dripping candles. After a few twists They gathered into groups, laughing and troops created a rainbow of and turns Jeffrey found himself in and slapping each other on the back. flowing traffic. A multiplicity of a dimly lit cavern surrounded by animals diverged and converged rats. He remembered a cave he used A mouse with a platter approached toward a glowing mountain. At least to visit back home, minus the rats. and asked, “Something to drink, it seemed like a mountain, but not Jeffrey wasn’t scared of rats, they friends?” like any mountain Jeffrey had seen. were just thugs, happy to follow It was beautiful, but in a fake sort of orders.

Quincey smiled at Jeffrey, “Should I way. No trees, no brush, no rocks, just gaping caves with dazzling The cavern was like an underground order this time?” lights spewing across the crowd. coliseum. An intricate system of “Actually, I want a sap-sarilla with a branch balconies and wooded twist of thyme!” Jeffrey declared.

“Come on, kid!” Quincey yanked walkways twisted around the arena, her tail and Jeffrey followed as and the ceiling stretched endlessly.

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A radiant steady glow of excitement and anticipation beamed from the newly adopted canine as we pulled into the driveway of what was going to temporarily be her new living quarters. With the truck door now open, she eagerly leaped out from the cab and softly landed on the grass, introducing her paws to the new uncharted territory. Like a detective at a crime scene, she was quick to scope out her surroundings, thoroughly sniffing the new land, and seemed to take a particular interest in a certain tree at the side of the house. For whatever reason, mainly ignorance, I concluded her interest in the tree was simply because it was prime real estate where she could

later relive herself. It would take me two months to realize what she knew in the first five minutes at her new home, that the tree was colonized with squirrels.

Yes, I like to think that I did a “good deed” by adopting a pet from a shelter.

True, I rescued her from living in a cage with a cement floor in a kennel.

Even the kennel life was an upgrade from her prior living arrangements.

Now she had plenty of yard and field to run and play in, as well as a much too soft sofa inside a nice warm house to lie down and relax on afterwards.

I was a hero, right? I mean, the dog was in now living in Paradise.

Over the next nine months I reluctantly came to realize that I was actually no hero at all. Somehow, somewhere along the way, the tables had been turned without me ever knowing it. I was the one being rescued here, and Chica was running the show. There is no number that could ever properly account for the many lessons that dog has taught me. There are no words that can do justice in describing the impact she has made on my life and my well being. It is now hard for me to fathom what a day would be like without being able to look into those dark brown eyes for comfort. The pounding thump of her wagging tail as it hits the floor or cushion when she first sees me is an everlasting reminder to me that someone does care about me and is happy to see me.

All I wanted that day was a double cheeseburger to fill my stomach. What I left with that day was something that filled the emptiness in my soul.

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Aggression Training: When the Bite Jill Adler My heart sank as the FedEx guy tried

to kick my dog. I don’t blame him for wigging out, but when a dog is acting aggressively toward you, you don’t kick her unless you want to lose your shoe. I was right there to run interference, plus I knew she wouldn’t bite. But how could he know that? He must have had issues from a previous dog incident.

At 40 pounds, Tenaya’s bark was all pomp.

Nothing to be scared of. The truth is I was the scared, hopeless one. It was only a matter of time before someone called Pet Protective Services and hauled her away. My beautiful, smart, loving Australian shepherd would never get a chance to show others her good side.

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We had passed all the standard obedience lessons with flying colors and if a stranger approached with a ball or treat she was your best friend. It was those unprepared moments. I had worked with trainers but no one seemed to know what to do. Luckily, I worked in radio. It only took one on-air conversation and I had the number for Rob Richards at K9 Command.

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He trained service dogs, police dogs, and last-chance impound pups. I had a totally changed dog working side by side with Rob. His methods were considered a bit extreme (we used electronic collars, pinch collars, and padded sleeves) but when you consider the alternative — keeping your dog locked inside, giving up your best friend, or putting them down — isn’t it worth it?

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There’s a demon German shepherd in my neighborhood. He’s apparently fine around people, but has a penchant for burying his

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teeth into the necks of other canines. His family’s solution is to apologize and confine him to the house. “We tried everything,” the owner said. Her eyebrows lifted two inches when I told her about my experience with Tenaya. “I’ve never heard of aggression training,” she said.

As we talk, she gets up, walks over to where her client’s puppy is playing, taps a stranger’s dog on the nose as it pins her ward to the ground and educates the owner about letting his pup take his anxiety from being bullied by other dogs out on her dog. All this in the time it took me to tie my shoe.

You won’t find a consensus when it comes to the specifics of aggression training except to say that it does exist and trainers that specialize in this arena don’t play nice.

“It really is a matter of the owner not recognizing behavioral cues,” she explains.

“When a dog hasn’t been disciplined to respect boundaries and proper behavior you’re going to have issues later.”

When clients call Seus the opening line is always the same. “They tell me, ‘My dog has a tiny aggression problem.’” In reality, the boundary issue has progressed out of control so that the dog decides he’s in charge.

You can insist on treats, atta boys, and heavy petting, but when a dog threatens to bite another dog, a child, a person, you have to put away the white hat — that’s for sit, stay, and heel.

“The owner has no idea what to look for or what to do at this point,” she says. Then it’s time for things like muzzles, “yielding,” and pinch collars.

She makes her living correcting problem behaviors; that is, when she’s not training her wolves for film and television. Her expertise is innate. “My dad went out for a dog and brought home a wolf,” she says about her father and bear trainer Doug Seus, 20 years ago.

“The psychological cues of wild animals allow me to help see what other trainers don’t,” says Seus. “It could be just an eye flick. When you’re working with wolves, you don’t miss a microsecond.”

“I don’t agree with abusing an animal, but you can definitely tell them to knock it off.”

She says owners who think a prong collar is evil are misled. “Normal collars hurt a trachea more than the quick press of a pinch collar.”

Many pet owners might recognize an aggression issue in their dog, but will shrug and say something like, “Well, my dog’s not good around other dogs,” and make it your responsibility to keep your dog, child, fill- inthe-blank, away.

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Rescue Me Bird is a blue crowned conure, about 12 years

old. Bird lost his home when his girl grew up and left for college. He has a big personality and talks a lot. He comes with a cage. Bird can be quite protective of his home, and bite if feeling insecure. All vet tests normal. Adoption: $250 plus $30 membership fee. Please see our website: www.wasatchavian.com or call our Rescue Director Traci at 801-413-9690.

Gus is a quaker or monk parrot (sometimes

called parakeet), about 10 years old. He has had multiple homes in the past. He loves to snuggle and eat, and he appears to be well adjusted.

Gus does not come with a cage. Adoption: $100 plus $30 membership fee. Please see our website: www.wasatchavian.com or call our Rescue Director Traci at 801-413-9690.

but the lifespan of a ferret is 5 to 7 years. A small donation is required to Reptile Rescue upon adoption. For more information on Carly contact Jim at 801-860-2497 or you can visit www.UtahReptileRescueServices.webs.com or on Facebook: Utah Reptile Rescue Services.

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On The Cover: Local Heroes This month’s cover features local heroes — both two-legged and four-legged. These men and their extroadinary relationships with their dogs help to create an unbreakable bond, and their service to our comunnity is invaluable.

We’d like to thank them and all the local heroes out there for their dedication to service and the betterment of our communities.

Mike and Buck Buck, a police K9 certified Search and Rescue dog, has been in the service since January 2011 for South Salt Lake City Fire Department. Some of his biggest accomplishments have been deployments right here in the Salt Lake Valley.

Buck is still waiting for his first “find,” but we are so proud of him for the work he has done clearing houses, yards, and parks to narrow the search area. Buck also took Top Dog in the Search Division of the Utah Peace Officer Association competition this year. Buck and Mike love spending free time off leash running and mountain biking in the mountains. Mike has been a handler since June of 2010 and recently graduated as an instructor in Utah’s POST program this May. Firefighter Mike Jones and Search/Rescue Officer Buck

Officer Josh Suaz and K9 Officer Thunder

Officers Oehler, Hunsaker, and Suazo along with their canine partners Dundee, Max, and Thunder are part of the South Salt Lake Police Canine Unit. These dedicated teams of officers are instrumental in keeping the neighborhoods safe.

Officer Oehler and Dundee have assisted with numerous search and seizures of illegal narcotics as well as tracking wanted fugitives.

Officer Hunsaker and Max are assigned to the statewide C.A.R.T. (Child Abduction Response Team) and assist with locating missing children. They’ve also assisted in the tracking of wanted fugitives.

Officer Matt Oehler and K9 Officer Dundee

Officer Allen Hunsaker and K9 Officer Max

Officer Suazo and Thunder are responsible for several search and seizures of large quantities of illegal narcotics as well as numerous apprehensions of serious offenders.

Do you know a local hero? Tell us about it on our Facebook page: facebook.com/PetsInTheCityMagazine.

Fireworks are fun for families and friends during the summer holidays, but not so much for the family pet. Make sure you have a plan to help make your companion animal feel safe during this firework season, and always practice safety precautions when dealing with fireworks.

For tips to help your pet during fireworks and firework safety tips for yourself read “Fun Fireworks, Petrified Pets” in the July issue of Pets in the City Magazine. http://petsinthecitymagazine.com/online-edition-by-month/

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Their age is unknown, but the lifespan of a ferret is 5 to 7 years. Snowball is very friendly and Snowy is very shy. Both are looking for someone to give them a forever home.

A small donation is required to Reptile Rescue upon adopting the two siblings. For more information on Snowy and Snowball contact Jim at 801-860-2497 or you can visit www.UtahReptileRescueServices.webs.com or on Facebook: Utah Reptile Rescue Services.

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5 HELPFUL TIPS to find the perfect person to care for your companion animal Jennafer Martin Whether you’re heading out of town for a few days or a few weeks on vacation this summer, hiring a pet sitter to take care of your animal companions can help them feel secure in their own environment while you’re away.

To help you feel secure hiring someone you may not know well, follow these tips to find the right pet sitter for your needs.

TIP #1: GET THE SCOOP ON EXPERIENCE.

You want someone who knows what he or she is doing — so get a good sense for potential pet sitters’ backgrounds by asking them to describe their experience to you. Being a member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) is a plus because that organization educates and certifies its members. Get a list of customer references from anyone you’re considering hiring, and call at least three references on that list. To get a well-rounded viewpoint of potential sitters, check out customer reviews on sites like Yelp.com.

privacy is a priority by asking potential pet sitters if and how they secure your personal information as well as the keys to your home.

TIP #3: ASK ABOUT VISIT DETAILS.

Find out about the number of visits a pet sitter will do per day and what a typical visit with your pet will entail. Besides giving food and water to your animals, does the sitter include playtime or walks? Is waste cleanup or the administering of medications included in a typical visit? Will services for your home, such as closing blinds or watering plants, be involved? Inquire if dogs will be kenneled during the day or night or both, and ask the sitter if he/she will bring your pets outside of your home or neighborhood. Check to see if the pet sitter will be coming into your home alone or if she’ll be bringing along a friend or spouse, her own pet, etc. Find out what his or her plans are for inclement weather or emergencies as well.

TIP #4: FIND OUT ABOUT FEES.

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Each pet sitter outlines costs differently, so ask up front about rates and fees.

Be clear about all the tasks involved with a particular fee so no hidden costs find their way to your bill. That way, you’ll avoid frustration of finding out too late that waste removal or playtime wasn’t part of the fee. If possible, TIP #2: LEARN ABOUT LIABILITY. To protect yourself and your pet, make sure the pet sitter you hire is licensed, get a contract prior to leaving on vacation that outlines all the tasks and fees, and find out what happens if, after you’re away, you realize you need an bonded and insured. Ask for proof of each, and review what the insurance additional day away or to order additional services. Determine if you will covers, so you know which aspects of potential mishaps that you as the pet or homeowner will need to cover. Make sure the sitter performs background pay your pet sitter up front or upon your return, and find out what types of payment methods the sitter accepts. checks on any staff members, so you can be sure anyone in your home interacting with your pet is free of a criminal past. Finally, ensure your

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Following these tips will equip you to hire the right pet sitter to care for your companion animal. To find a qualified pet sitter near you, visit PetSitters.org.

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Little Country Mouse in the Big City – Part 3 Continued...

Timothy returned to the table and can’t — they’ll find us!” passed out beverages. Jeffrey grabbed his cousin’s shoulder and asked, “Do you like the city?” Jeffrey asked “What is Vanessa doing here?” point-blank.

The server narrowed his eyes and looked at the tiny mouse.

cream — and headed toward the kitchen.

Timothy sighed and said, “She’s a worker like me.”

Nervously glancing around, Timothy shook his head no.

“Where you from, kid?” he asked.

The lights dimmed and a trumpeting sound cleared the air.

A gigantic cougar, pimped out in a leather vest strolled onto the stage and slowly raised his humungous paws. The creatures became silent.

“A worker?” Jeffrey quizzed.

“Get me backstage — I’ve got a plan,” Jeffrey said.

“I’m from the meadow,” Jeffrey replied.

“Left or right bank?”

“Left.”

The server stood stunned for a second, then his eyes grew wide.

“Wait, aren’t you…Jeffrey?”

“Hey, Timothy!”

The two mice hugged and began recounting old stories of family reunions. Quincey listened and watched while the two became reacquainted.

Quincey turned to Jeffrey and whispered, “That’s Tony.”

Tony lowered his paws and bared his teeth. “All right, you critters, are you ready for a show?”

“Tony owns us,” Timothy sighed again. “He gives us food and shelter, as long as we serve him.”

“But why…?”

“We left the meadow because there was no more room. He took us in, and now we can’t leave,” said Timothy.

The crowd erupted in a cacophony of barks, shrieks, and howls.

The two turned and listened as Vanessa launched into a long trill of lonesome longing.

“For your pleasure, welcome back the mighty mouse of the meadow, Vanessa!”

Suddenly courageous, Jeffrey whispered to Timothy, “Let’s get out of here!”

looked at Sonya and said, “Yes, he’s family.”

“Listen,” Timothy said, “I get off at midnight. Do you need a place to stay?”

To be continued…

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Jeffrey nodded. Timothy winked and took Quincey’s order — a heavy

Quincey, who had been secretly listening, said nothing.

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“Hey, little guy, you got family!” She laughed, slapped Jeffrey on the back and headed back into the crowd.

“I know her,” Jeffrey mumbled to Quincey. Stunned, his mind flash backed to earlier years. This was the girl he had played hide and seek with, the girl he had built forts with, the girl he had made garlands for, the girl who had taught him to play the blues. It wasn’t until she unexpectedly moved to the city that he really understood those blues.

He hadn’t realized until now how much he missed her.

Jeffrey turned back to the stage and sipped his drink.

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Tony stepped back out of the lights Timothy’s eyes grew wide. “But we “I heard the meadow got taken over,” and a feathery clad mouse stepped said Timothy. onto the stage. The spotlight followed her to the center as Jeffrey “Yep. Dad sent me to find you. We looked on. He was taken aback as had no place to go,” Jeffrey shrugged. he recognized his dear childhood friend.

“What do you think of the city?”

“Hey, y’all. This is a little tune from “It’s kind of crazy, but I’m getting back home. I hope you like it,” she used to it,” Jeffrey shrugged again. sweetly drawled, as she drew a small harmonica from a satchel hung Just then, Sonya returned in a bustle over her shoulder. Taking a deep and slapped her paws on the table. breath, the tiny musician began to “Oh, there you are, Tim. I’ve been weave a stunning blues melody that looking for you! This little guy says transfixed the audience. The music he knows you!” as she pointed a claw warbled and wrangled and pulled at Jeffrey. emotion from all corners of the cavern.

Timothy regained his composure,

Wide-eyed, Timothy nodded. He again glanced around the room, clapped his paw on Jeffrey’s shoulder, and headed toward the kitchen.

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Hello Pets in the City Magazine readers! My name is Monroe—yes, after Marilyn Monroe.

Where are we going?

Make sure to bring a collar and leash so that you can tie it to your chair.

Don’t tie us to the table! We learned the hard way that even my little body moving a table a little bit could make a big mess. (Who knew I was that strong? In my defense, that café table was really light!) My Mum always makes sure to have my travel bag in the car as well — just in case.

I’ve been known to hide in my Mum’s purse if I feel a bit sleepy and don’t want to lie on the ground.

Also, especially if you are on the smaller side, it’s The weather is gorgeous, and I know you want to nice to have a hoodie or sweater on hand if it cools down a bit. take advantage of all the dog-friendly patios that Utah restaurants have to offer. If your dog is anything like me, he will thank you for it! We love to It’s nice to have a bit of protection from be with you, and we love warm weather. If you’ve never taken your furry the wind in the form of a warm hoodie or child out to eat with you before, allow me to let you in on some Doggy sweatshirt — especially when we’re so Dining Etiquette. near to the ground.

Even if it’s just a little joyride to grab a coffee, we love being out and about with you.

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Always be sure to call the restaurant before arrival — some restaurants do not allow animals on their patios, and some only allow animals during specific seasons, so, it is always a good idea to check beforehand. A couple of good websites to check out ahead of time are dogfriendly.com and petsonthego.com.

Most restaurants really frown upon feeding us while at their establishment, so be sure to feed and walk us prior to dining. If it is a dog-friendly patio, sometimes waiters will bring a bowl of water out for your pooch, but in case they don’t, it’s always a good idea to have a little doggie bowl with you, especially if it is very hot out!

Even in the summer, there can be chilly days, so my Mum bundles me up if we are going to be outside. She didn’t do a very good job of matching my Harley Davidson biker hat to my outfit here.

Don’t try this away from home — sitting on the table is a huge no-no.

Be aware that there may be little kids, other furry friends, and a multitude of other distractions around, all of which can cause us dogs to get a bit scared. If you know your pup reacts badly to these situations (by snapping or barking), it might be best to dine during off-peak times (mid morning/late afternoon) and to request a table in a corner that is a bit out-of-the-way. If neither of those scenarios seem to work, there’s always drive-through!

If dining out is just a bit too much for your pooch, you can always have some friends over and dine in…and make us some doggy treats too!

Dining out with your little bundle of fluffy joy should be a pleasurable experience for you, for us, for your dining date(s), the wait staff, and the patrons around you. I hope that these tips help you on your next culinary adventure.

Love and Kisses,

Aggression Training

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possession or guarding. McMillan had to learn to be in control when walking his dog instead of the dog having the control, to teach Tudor about being submissive around other dogs, and to understand the boundary between rough play and fighting.

Gary McMillan asked around and found Sausha as his “last resort.” Tudor, his 2 year-old Lab-Pit mix began having severe aggression problems with their other dogs.

“We initially thought it was a possession thing, but it kept getting worse. My wife had had it with him — he would either have to be put down or find another home, and how do you find another home for a very aggressive dog?” says McMillan.

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“The skills that she taught us have kept us from having another incident,” says McMillan. “We’re hopeful.”

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HOW BEING A PET-FRIENDLY LANDLORD WILL INCREASE YOUR PROFITABILITY Ledy VanKavage, Esq.

PET PRODUCT REVIEW EZ Out with EZ Pet Barrier Jill Adler There are two things I vowed I would never do—I would never let my kid be seen in public without her hair brushed and I would never jail my dog behind metal bars in my car. The hair thing? Right—anyone with a kid knows that’s a battle us mothers lose often. The car thing? I held out as long as I could.

NEW CAR + OFF-SEASON + DOG = SEVERE FRUSTRATION. As I drove my Honda off the lot my joy shifted to one thing—keeping a longhaired, outdoor dog from destroying not only my new car smell, but also my new car in general. I love Takoda but no matter how hard I try, he prefers the driver’s seat when I’m not in it. I hate that.

I’m told the barrier fits most cars, trucks, and SUVs, but I can only vouch for a Honda CRV. You can even use it behind the driver seat if you don’t mind your dog lounging on the backseat, but I choose to keep everything but the back rug free of hair, drool, mud, and nail marks.

The barrier is not without its challenges, however. When my pooch really really wants to get past it, he can. He’s figured out that if he struggles between the side window and the arm, the arm slides out of the way. I’m hoping that he’ll get used to the barrier so that I don’t have to super glue the metal, but there is that solution. My other (small) annoyance is that he’s young and chews. I went through four straps in two weeks. Thankfully, bungee cords are cheap. I’d rather replace them then, say, my gearshift handle. Plus, once I catch him in the act I can train him to stop.

I had my crate. That was an option, but I’m just too lazy to drag it back and forth from the house. Shouting at him to “get back”? Uh, doesn’t work. As the Beechies showed, think hard enough and you can come up with a Therefore, I hunted for one of those barriers that would turn my entire rear solution to any problem. Now, if only I could get them to invent a screaminto a kennel, but they were expensive and I feared those ceiling and floor free brush for morning hair… mounts would damage my little, shiny SUV. That’s when I spotted the EZ Pet Barrier. Unlike other grates that use disks that wind into your ceiling and floor for stability, the EZ lashes down with bungee cords to your headrests. I pieced together the durable metal tubing and mounted it in less than 15 minutes. The barrier has “arms” that extend, sliding into each other, to adjust for the height and width. Plastic caps keep them from slipping back and a plastic sleeve protects your car and windows from scrapes and smaller dogs attempting to squeeze between the bars.

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• Make sure a parent or guardian is with you before approaching the dog.

• Politely ask the pet’s guardian if you can meet the dog before you pet him. If the owner says no, don’t be upset — it probably means the dog is scared around new people.

• If the pet’s guardian says it’s okay, slowly and calmly approach the dog so you don’t frighten him.

• Put your hand out slowly and let the dog sniff it. This helps him get to know you the way dogs do — through their sense of smell.

• Gently pet the dog and notice his response — is he happy or scared? If he’s scared, be respectful to his fear and slowly back away.

• When you’re done petting the dog, make sure to say “thank you” to him and to his owner.

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HIKING SUPPLIES FOR YOUR HOUND

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HITTING THE TRAILS THIS SUMMER? Wild flowers are

blooming along sun-drenched slopes and open meadows. Waterfalls are still plentiful with torrential drops and delicate laced falls. Many trails offer panoramic views: valley views, stretches of mountain peaks, and glimpses of other geographic wonders, such as the Great Salt Lake. Not to mention all the fascinating smells your dog will enjoy along the way.

Just take a few basic supplies to ensure a safe and enjoyable outing.

WATER

Always take water for both you and your dog.

You will need at least one bottle for roundtrip hikes under 3-4 miles. For longer, steeper hikes, take two bottles. Along the way—even if you don’t feel thirsty—take one or two mouthfuls every 15 minutes or so to stay hydrated.

If you get to the point you’re gulping water, you’re dehydrated.

Your dog also needs one to two water bottles, depending on her size and the length of the hike. Make sure your pup drinks at least every half hour. She’s working hard too.

WATER BOWL

Take along a collapsible cloth water bowl for dispensing the water.

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Many trails require leashes. Even if you plan to hike off leash, you need a leash while at the trailhead because of trail policy and car traffic.

ALWAYS PRAISE CHILDREN WHO FIRST ASK IF THEY CAN PET YOUR DOG BEFORE THEY PET HER, TO ENCOURAGE THAT BEHAVIOR.

purpose. Most trails stipulate cleanup. If not, it’s still good policy and considerate of other trail users to do so.

Some hikers, if returning along the same route, leave their baggies by the trail side to be retrieved later. If you do so, please remember the bag. We need to keep complaints from other trail users to a minimum, so we can continue to take our dogs on the few trails open to them.

SUNBLOCK

Yep, dogs can sunburn too. Apply sunblock to the nose and ears, especially on dogs with short fur and light skin. Apply at least 15 minutes before sun exposure.

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DOGGIE BACKPACK

So, how do you carry all these supplies? With a doggie backpack!

If your dog is beagle sized or bigger, outfit her with a backpack. Take her to some pet stores and outdoor recreation outfitters and try on packs before investing. You’ll want something well constructed (the $20 versions quickly become undone at the stress points), comfortable, snug, and easy to put on.

When loading up the backpack, the total weight should be no more than 25% of the pup’s body weight. Start out lighter when introducing the pack.

Your dog may be unimpressed at first, but will soon warm up to it. My Doberman, Elvis, readily allows his pack to be put on—after all, it signals hike time.

If you don’t entirely trust your dog around people or other dogs, keep her leashed regardless because other hikers, more often than not, will walk up and assume your dog is friendly. On the other hand, folks hesitate to touch a dog on a leash.

Also, on multi-use trails (such as those in Millcreek Canyon), mountain bikers whip around blind corners. How will your dog react? What about rattlesnakes? A leash allows you to quickly pull her out of the way.

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Do not let your dog wander into the brush. She can pick up the oils from poison ivy and other plants and transfer the oils to you. Plus you want to minimize her chances of exposure to wild animals.

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