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Holistic Pet Resource What Did I Do Wrong? by Russell Louie
Iris Gets Cancer (Lymphoma): http://auld-louie.net/?p=63 Iris’ Cancer Returns: http://auld-louie.net/?p=95
Question: I have been feeding grain-free dry kibble and giving your holistic product for the last 3 years. Why did my pet get Statistics show nearly 50% of older pets will get cancer. If you _________? do not want your pet to become a statistic, do something different than the average pet guardian. Do not wait for sympAnswer: Many of our clients feed what they consider the best toms to show up or blow up. Feed what Nature designed and most expensive grain-free dry kibble, use minimal vacciour carnivorous pets to eat: raw frozen diets or freeze-dried nations and even use one of our “wholistic” products. When raw food. Next best is premium canned or frozen fresh-cooked their 10+ year old pet comes down with a serious degenerative food with very minimal vegetables, fruits and carbohydrates condition they ask, “What did I do wrong?” While all the (for example, grains) if any. Learn how optimal nutrition can above steps can help prevent some situations there are others support your pet’s health and nutritionally prevent cancer by which cannot be prevented. reading our Holistic Choices e-Book: Save Your Dog or Cat. Because of a lack of diversity in the gene pool we see a lot more purebred pets with genetically-related issues than mixed breeds. Research shows that while some bio-algae concentrates can optimize healthy DNA reproduction and neutralize some genetic issues, there are obviously others which are too great to overcome. We personally choose to get our mixed breed furry children from a shelter or rescue.
Russell Louie and Margaret Auld-Louie have over 90 years of combined wholistic experience. You can reach them at info@OptimumChoices.com or visit their website www.OptimumChoices.com.
Over-vaccination effects can last for generations. Naturalrearing, raw-feeding breeders tell us it can take 5-7 generations of no vaccinations to undo the effects of over vaccination from the parents. So, even if one practices minimal vaccinations with your current pet there could still be ramifications from previous generations. Our personal "wholistic" pet food preferences are: Raw (frozen) food Freeze-dried raw food Premium canned food In our “wholistic” opinion any dry kibble is the least nutritious pet food for a carnivore. It is like feeding fruit- or vegetableflavored cookies to your child and wondering why they are unhealthy, obese, have a host of digestive disorders and diabetes after 10 years. Other inappropriate ingredients in dry kibble can include GMO wheat, corn and soy. You will notice that “holistic,” grain-free dry kibble is not on our list. Grain-free dry kibble still has too much carbohydrates. Is just switching to one of the “wholisitic” choices above sufficient? No, naturalrearing breeders will tell you it takes at least 5-7 generations of raw feeding to reverse the genetic damage done by dry kibblefed parents. Dry kibble is the most nutrient-deficient food for a carnivore. We adopted Iris, a domestic shorthaired tabby cat, at 6 years old. We know she previously was given more than just the required rabies vaccine. We transitioned her from a dry kibble diet to raw food and added our bio-algae concentrates product. At age 9 she developed advanced intestinal lymphoma cancer. Options were steroids, chemotherapy, hospice care or euthanasia. Instead, we tried all the “wholistic” means we knew. Iris is alive and thriving today 2.5 years later. To find out what worked and what did not work for Iris, go to Margaret’s blog at:
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“Grooming”….it’s more than just a ‘beauty session’ for your pet.
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promote a healthy ear. • Bathing at home - Make sure you use a dog/cat shampoo, not a human shampoo. Our skin and a pet’s skin have a different PH level, and our shampoo can cause skin problems in your pet. Make sure you put cotton in the ears so as to not get water inside the ear; the build-up of water can cause ear infections.
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• Anal Glands - Larger dogs have less of a problem expressing these glands on their own during a bowel movement. Smaller dogs seem to have more of a difficult time, in some cases. Check with your vet or groomer. Some groomers include ’anal glands’ as part of their services, and some don’t. One way or another, they need to be “expressed”. These little glands can be a concern. If they are a constant problem, and develop frequent infections, sometimes there is no choice but to have them surgically removed for the health and comfort of your pet, but this is only in severe cases.
• Brushing is mandatory! - Introduce your dog to a soft brush, and pick a time to do it. Make it part of your daily routine. “Don’t Give Up!” Many dogs can manipulate this brushing session to the point where they win the battle. Owners give up when their pet nibbles, fusses or scratches, saying “he/she doesn’t like it”. But, when they go see their groomer, they have to go through the process; it’s the groomers job to make sure that the grooming gets done. It is very helpful to a groomer that the animal they are working on is co-operative The first basic rule of thumb is to start early. A puppy can have (which isn’t always the case!). This can start at home; a lot of its first grooming around 3 months of age, just basically a ‘get patience, re-assurance and a firm voice goes a long way. Reacquainted’ visit, then another full grooming around 6 months. member, you are the boss, not your pet during this time. A lot of times, pets co-operate at the groomers, they know that it is It’s a good idea to get them used to the routine of brushing, getting done!! nail trims, etc…this will hopefully make everything so much easier as they get older. “Turn your pets’ bad hair day into a • The First Haircut - Can be a puzzling experience. If you have good hair day!!” Here are just a few basic things that will help introduce you to a dog for the first time, and aren’t quite sure of the style that it is suppose to have, ‘don’t panic!’ Your dog &/or cat is just the grooming world…. that…”yours”, so enjoy them and don’t sweat the little stuff! • Nails - Don’t be afraid to play around a bit with your dog’s feet; this will help it get used to the feeling of someone holding Just because you have a Bichon (which by grooming standards should have a full scissor cut), or a Wheaton Terrier their foot in order to do a nail trim. It is a good idea if you are apprehensive about cutting nails yourself, to take your pet into (that according to their breed should have a ‘fall’ bang), or even a Cocker Spaniel with a full-length Cocker Clip, in the your groomer or veterinarian to learn how to do it properly. If end, its “up to you…the owner”. Your groomer is always there you do try it at home, make sure you have a good pair of nail to make helpful suggestions on how they ‘see’ your dog’s clippers and some Quick Stop or a Styptic Pencil handy, just style, but again, it is YOU that we groomers listen too. ‘Teddy in case you cut into the quick and it starts to bleed. Bear, Daisy, Kennel, Utility, Springer Cut, Lion Clip…so many clips, so many dogs & cats, it can be overwhelming to think • Ears - They should be checked on a regular basis. (Cats about. You may have an idea of how you want your dog to need clean ears too). There is an ear wash, a cleaner and a powder. If the ears are especially bad, and there is a lot of hair look, and as for myself, I want to make the owner happy with the cut, and your pet happy with a positive grooming experithat has built up inside the ear, this needs to be removed. ence. Even if in some cases, I don’t really understand or Some people say to leave it, but my own experiences have agree with what a client may want, it is ultimately up to the lead me to pluck the hairs out of the ear. Use ear powder to owner to let the groomer know what they want. Don’t let your help get a grasp of the hair and pull it out. Ear powder also groomer tell you that your dog should look a certain way behelps to dry the ear out and control the odor. Next step is to cause of its breed, it’s “your” decision in the end. We can cerput a couple of drops of the ear wash into the ear canal and massage gently to bring up all the wax build-up, dirt, etc. that tainly inform you how this particular breed should look and has accumulated in the ear. It is important not to use a Q-Tip if what they require, but not all dogs do well with grooming. you don’t know what you are doing; you can damage the ear if They may have skin conditions, or matt up to the extreme that an owner is incapable of de-matting them, their hair just may you go too far in…stay with a cotton ball, or soft cloth. Wipe
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that a routine physical examination can alert us to the need of further diagnostics. Pets at this age should have a urine and Owners have often asked me if dogs and cats can get blood sample evaluated to rule out such things as early kidney or liver disease, some forms of cancer, and hypo or hyperthyroutine human diseases such as diabetes or hypothyroidism. roidism to name just a few. Older pets are also more likely to Many owners are very surprised to hear that almost any disease a human can develop so can their pet animals. With the need serious attention to their dental hygiene, as dental disease is a major cause of heart, kidney, liver disease and infecnewer recommendations on vaccinations, many of our older pets won't be seeing their veterinarian for yearly vaccinations tions in other areas of the body such as the urinary tract. Younger pets as well can have changes that with early making the physical examination their only yearly need. detection can avoid a serious or life threatening condition. Pets age at a much faster rate than humans, for most Though such diseases are more common in older pets I have dogs and cats it is about 7 years to every one of a humans. had patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism at 2 to 4 years of This does vary based on the breed of the dog however so it is age, and dental disease in some young cats so severe it renot an exact calculation. This means that by the age of 4-6 quired a full mouth extraction and unfortunately had caused our pet animals may be entering the age where they can dekidney and heart damage. velop diseases we think of only in older animals. Most veteriIn closing, please be sure your pet gets a yearly exnarians consider dogs geriatric at age 6-7 and cats at age 8-9. amination whether or not you are seeing your veterinarian for As pets may be seeing their veterinarian less due to vaccinations. It is an inexpensive form of insurance for your some vaccination protocols being extended, or owners seekpet’s health and also gives your veterinarian an opportunity to ing out low cost clinics that do not perform an exam during educate you on new advances in pet health care and gives vaccination, many owners are ignoring the yearly physical for you an opportunity to ask questions about your pet’s health. their pets. This could be a serious lapse in our ability to catch diseases early enough for preventive treatment. Most owners Dr. Linda Dugger will not routinely look into their dog’s eyes, ears or mouth to check for disease. It is quite often on routine physical exami- Rocky Mountain Mobile Veterinary Clinic, PC nation that I have found such things as ear infections, broken (303) 257-0202 teeth or periodontal disease, cataracts, heart murmurs that have developed, tumors of the skin or abdomen, a change in hair coat condition or the pet’s weight that the owner has not noticed. The geriatric pet is the most likely to have conditions
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not be consistent with the way that it should be. A lot of factors can come into play. But, groomers can be very knowledgeable and can help to achieve that special look you want. Unless your dog is a ‘show dog’, then it is required to be groomed according to the breeds’ standard book. Otherwise, your pet is a very important part of your family, and you just want them to look well taken care of and be loved. Definitely a routine grooming can achieve that goal. Each breed requires different grooming needs, some more frequent than others. Your groomer is the best person to let you know how often your pet needs to come in. Some dogs that have long full coats, may need to come in as often as once a month. Whereas, as dog that has a basic shavedown or bath & tidy up, can go much longer than that. You still need to keep up on the nail trims & ear cleaning on a regular basis in between groomings. • Teeth brushing is an important part of health care, especially in smaller dogs. Some groomers provide this service and some don’t. My theory is that if you are not going to make this a daily routine at home, one teeth brushing session at the groomers every 3 months, isn’t going to make much of a difference. There are a few ways to get your dog/cat familiarized with teeth brushing. Purchase a rubber tipped messaging brush that fits on your finger tip and just rub this inside their mouths to get them use to the feel of it. No need for toothpaste at this point, you just want your pet to feel comfortable with this procedure first. After a couple of weeks or so, purchase toothpaste. They have a variety of flavours to entice your animal to enjoy this whole experience. After they have gotten use to this, you can try using a regular pet’s toothbrush. Purchase doggie treats that help lessen the tartar build-up and something that makes them want to chew. For example, Dentabones & Greenies products are good, try to stay away from the rawhides, because they are not easily digestible in the stomach, and can cause a build-up inside the intestines & stomach. Of course, dental visits with your veterinarian are a must. As you can see, our pets need a lot of love & care. Cats and dogs cannot look after themselves alone; they need their ‘human family’ for all of their needs. They can’t always tell us when something is bothering them, or if they are in discomfort. At least with a regular grooming regimen, skin problems, fleas, lumps & warts, or any other kinds of skin conditions, can be discovered just by a routine visit to your groomer. Your groomer can be your first link to discovering some skin problems, and can suggest, along with your vet, proper shampoos that can help turn the problem around. “ Don’t be afraid to ask groomer for tips!” Even if you think it may be a stupid question at the time, never let that stop you from getting the information you need. Many groomers do genuinely care about your pets’ needs, and are there to help you in any way they can. Your special family member deserves a long, happy & healthy life. They were special enough to be chosen to be part of your family, make sure that they stay that way.
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Canine Graduates Seek Meaning Too! By Lorraine May, M.A.
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any of us take our best pals to a variety of classes such as obedience, good manners or how to walk on a leash. Our dogs participate in activities including agility, rally and fly ball. They become service dogs, working dogs and audiences for young readers.
Sometimes we lose sight of what has meaning for our dogs at ‘graduation’. Mine have made me aware of the following:
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We teach our dogs to sit, weave and retrieve. We reward them for listening attentively and following directions. We enjoy their company and sometimes even depend upon them for our health or our very lives.
Lorraine May, M.A., is the Founder, Executive Director and Head Trainer of Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dog rescue which offers a wide variety of educational classes to the community. Misha May was voted #1 Best Dog Training on Denver’s A*List for 2012!
I recently enrolled in a Canine Freestyle Dog Dancing class with my 12 pound, 5 year old Rat Terrier. My intention is to spend time with him and have fun. I also like that his intense energy and quick mind are being channeled into an activity at which he seems to be naturally talented. My observation is that he is in complete harmony. Shadow is learning to circle, jump, wiggle and bow on cue. I am considering entering a competition if it suits us as a team.
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Pet loss and kids "A pet can be a child's best friend," says Cheryl Weber, a client counselor specialist at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Urbana. The death of a pet can be a sad and confusing time for children as well as a difficult time for parents. Often parents are dealing with their own grief and aren't sure how to talk to their children about the death of the pet, whether it's a hamster, turtle, cat, dog, or horse. Weber says, "The cardinal rule for talking to children about the death of a pet is: be honest." She says it's important to let children say goodbye and to express their grief. When a pet dies, some parents have the impulse to lie to protect their children from grief. They may tell the child that the pet was given away, lost, or went to a farm to live happily ever after. "Adults may lie because they want to protect their child from sadness and hurt," explains Weber, a licensed social worker. "It breaks your heart to see a child sob, but it's normal and healthy for children to grieve. When they love a pet and it dies, they need to know it's okay to cry." Weber suggests sticking to the basic, simple truth, using language the child can understand. If you can foresee a death or euthanasia, you can prepare by talking to the children beforehand, explaining, "Fluffy is very sick and can't get better." "W hen she dies, her heart will stop and she cannot walk or play or eat or purr any more." Avoid the euphemism "put to sleep" because it can cause a child to be afraid of going to sleep at night. It's better to say "Because Fluffy can't get better, we're going to help her die." Statements like these will probably lead to a barrage of challenging questions such as "Why-" and "Where is she going-" Weber suggests that adults try to answer these questions and help children learn that death is a natural part of life. Many pets have short life spans. They get ill, body parts wear out, they get into accidents, and sometimes they can't be saved. Plus, parents have the opportunity to discuss their spiritual beliefs with their children. Other suggestions from Weber include: - Let children say goodbye to the pet before euthanasia or burial. A teenager away at college may want to know what's going on. - Let older children or teens be present for the euthanasia, if they want to be, and if they are carefully prepared for what will happen. - Some clinics make the family a "clay paw" keepsake (see www.claypaws.com). A horse owner may want to keep a clipping of hair from the mane or tail. - Let children express their feelings. Encourage a child to draw a picture or write a story about the pet. Making a scrapbook or (Continued on page 23) 19
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A person may be allergic to dogs. We often think of the hair or dander as being the agent provacateur, while it is, most often, protein from saliva which causes a reaction. I wipe my dogs down with an almost dry washcloth or small towel before beginning a therapy session. This reduces the dander which they might otherwise send into the air. Of course, good brushing and use of a shedding tool, along with brushing the teeth as well as clipping and grinding the nails, are done before leaving home. (My very sheddy Golden Retriever often provokes less response than my non-shedding Standard Poodles precisely because the hair has been on her body less time and has absorbed less dog saliva.) The allergic person may be able to pet the dog and not have a reaction as long as they wash their hands immediately after a therapy session. If, on the other hand, they get a doggy kiss, they are liable to turn red almost at once. Then, there are the people who genuinely do NOT want a little lick for whatever reason. They may be afraid. They may believe it to be unhygienic and will consequently react very inappropriately to a doggy kiss. There are also dozens of other reasons why someone may hold to the conviction that lips which touch dog food will never touch them. Their wishes should be respected. SOOOOOOOO, what does all this mean? Only that before your dog decides to give anyone a nice big smackeroo, the wise handler will do the following: Teach your dog to lick ONLY on command. I use (dog's name) kisses. Determine if the facility has a "licking law". Always check with staff members as to medical situations. If they or you are unsure, don't risk patient or dog by permitting puppy kisses. Ask family members and/or friends who may be there if they know of any reason not to allow your pet to bestow a friendly little kiss. ALWAYS ask the person you are visiting.
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memory book may help an older child. - Let children help in planning a memorial, whether you have ashes, a burial, or a simple eulogy in the living room. - Read books together, such as The Tenth Good Thing About Barney, where a mother encourages her son to think of 10 good things about his cat after the cat dies. - Parents can learn more about pet loss from resources such as Children and Pet Loss: A Guide for Helping, by Marty Tousley. - Don't rush into getting a new pet. For more information on talking to children about pet loss, contact your local veterinarian or visit the Companion Animal Related Emotions (CARE) Helpline Web site at www.cvm.uiuc.edu/CARE/.
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contributed by Kim Norton ne of the many joys of being owned by a dog is being on the receiving end of big wet kisses. I believe that they can make almost anything better. (I like ear nibbles best.) That is the good news. The bad news is that there are instances when licks are inappropriate, especially in AFT and AAT. The issue may not be whether the person being visited by a therapy dog wants the kiss. Sometimes, canine kisses, like those in paperback romances, are forbidden. There are many reasons why a doggy kiss may be medically unwise. Most of them involve the animal transmitting something from one patient to another, or, just as undesirably, to the therapy dog him/herself. Staph infections or skin fungi such as ringworm can be transmitted in this way, as well as poison ivy or other conditions involving fluid-filled vesicles. Or, a patient may have a contagious illness, either viral or bacterial, that the dog may vector - of critical concern in patients with challenged or damaged immune systems. The patients at greatest risk are those who have undergone transplant procedures. Medical paraphernalia, such as catheters, heplocks, bandages, etc. should not be touched by the dog in any way at all, for the dog's sake as well as the patient's. Additionally, some medical procedures and conditions, as well as age, can lead to extremely friable skin. In these cases, even the lightest of licks can cause either pain or damage. Some medications and medical conditions can alter a person's clotting time and sensitivity so radically that even the slightest touch can lead to bruising or spontaneous bleeding. If a patient has recently had even the most minor of surgeries, the healing skin should be avoided. The same holds true for scrapes, scratches and scabs. Many patients who would otherwise love to have a dog visit are fearful of physical contact of any kind, for good cause.
These are some good alternatives for a lick: Teach your dog to put his/her head on a person's lap for petting. The command that I use is "say hello". Have the person you are visiting use your watch me or ready command to focus the dog's attention on him/her. A pawshake or high five. After all, while canine kisses can be therapeutic, a doggy grin, a wag, a cuddle and a loving look can work miracles too. The above article is hosted by Dog Play and contributed by Kim Norton. I hope that it and other articles will be useful for people involved in Pet Assisted Therapy, Pet Assisted Activities and similar activities. 23
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We moved to the country. Our Dobe, a big red highenergy dog, constantly coursed the grounds, hunting for critters. One day he came in with lips peeled back, and clenched gingerly in his teeth was a recently killed snake. We made the error of making a big fuss about his heroics. During that period, we had a lot of visitors. Our friends were anxious to see our new place in the country. When anyone arrived, the dog would run out and return with the snake’s carcass, and elicit the praise of the visitor. As time passed, the aging snake became rather high, so I snuck out, found it and buried it way out in the back of a field. Some time later, another visitor arrived, and the dog sped out to collect his trophy. We watched as he scoured the fields in vain. Late that afternoon, he arrived proudly displaying his "kill"..... a large earth worm!
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weight-bearing bones. Cooper gulps his down in a nanosecond. I call the chicken wings I feed him "sliders" because they slide right down his gullet in a single crunch. If your dog eats like Cooper, you can try encouraging him to slow down by holding one end of the food while he eats, or feeding separately from other dogs so he doesn't feel like he must inhale his food faster than everyone else! I often feed Cooper frozen or partially frozen RMB's because this forces him to chew a bit. Stay within your own comfort level with this. Some people smash the RMB's with a hammer or meat-tenderizing tool first. And don't forget, grinding is always an adoption. This will eliminate any fears you have! Remember, never feed cooked bones. These are not well digested by dogs and can splinter easily.
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ogs eat non-digestible dirt, rocks, tampons, plastic squeaky toys, and rawhides. They vomit, choke, poop out foreign objects, sometimes need veterinary attention... these are real dogs in real life. One of my Rottweilers had to have 3 ft. of Christmas tinsel pulled out of his butt by a vet. I know a woman who lost her champion German shepherd because he choked to death on a tennis ball of all things. A neighbor's Cocker ate a sock resulting in an impaction that would have been the end of her without surgery. Every veterinarian you talk to will have stories of weird things ingested by dogs needing medical intervention - my old vet had an x-ray from a Labrador who ate an entire braided rug. Can dogs die from eating raw bones? Of course - they can die from eating just about all the other things they eat too! There are risks you can avoid completely, risks you can minimize, and risks you can accept only as a theoretical possibility. Just as every activity carries some risk, we are willing to accept risk when we feel it is minimal compared to the benefits. And feeding raw has huge benefits. Remember, never feed cooked bones. These are not well digested by dogs and can splinter easily. Raw meaty bones can be placed into categories; our RMB's that are part of a meal and are consumed entirely - or almost entirely - and RMB's that are recreational, that is, bones that are chewed on, left, returned to, left and so on. Recreational bones for one dog may be a meal for another. Deciding which RMB's to feed depends on how your dog eats. Daphne, Dutch and Phoebe all chew their food thoroughly - so I feel comfortable giving them any kind of bones, even the large, 24
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All kidding aside...They not only make your vehicle look 10 years older than it is but much more importantly they cut your visibility down by upwards of 70% Very dangerous! Shop around if you like, ALL shops charge $70/$80 to re-furbish your lenses, I use professional equipment and will do BOTH lenses for a total of $28, they will look like new, call Sean at 303-9468343
Important Numbers... Adams County Animal Shelter 303.288.3294 303.744.6076 Arapahoe County Animal Control 720.874.6750 Arvada Animal Control 720.898.6850 Aurora Animal Care Division 303.361.0890 Brighton Animal Control 303.655.2091 Castle Rock Police Dept.
Lakewood Animal Control 303.987.7173 Littleton Police Dept. 303.794.1551 Longmont Humane Society 303.772.1232 Northglenn Animal Control 303.288.3294 Parker Police Dept 303.841.9800 Sheridan Police Dept. 303.762.2211 Foothills. Animal Center 303.278.7575 303.663.6100 Thornton Animal Control Cat Care Society 720.872.6012 303.239.9680 Westminster Animal Control Cherry Hills Village Animal Control 303.430.2400, ext. 2862 303.783.2739 Wheat Ridge Police Dept. Commerce City Police Dept 303.235.2926 303.287.2844 Golden Police Dept. Douglas County Animal Control 303.384.8045 303.660.7529 Greenwood Village Police Dept Dumb Friends League Thames’ Lost & 303.741.5960 Found Center Humane Society of Boulder Valley 303.751.9688 303.442.4030 Jefferson County Animal Control 303.751.5772 303.271.5070 Edgewater Animal Control 25
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Puppies and worms
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etting a new puppy is an exciting experience for the whole family and in order to make sure the puppy is in good health it must be brought to the vet for some basic tests. One of the health issues that the majority of puppies have to deal with is worms. Most puppies are born with worms and they need to be taken to the vet for treatment (to be dewormed). The vet will take a stool sample and check it for worm eggs. The most common worm found in puppies is the roundworm. These
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worms are caused by intestinal parasites that were transmitted from mother to puppy before birth or from mother's milk during feeding. Most vets recommend treating pregnant mothers with a deworming medication during the last weeks of pregnancy to decrease transmission. If left untreated heavy worm loads can seriously harm your puppy or dog. Puppies as young as 2 weeks old should be brought to the vet for deworming. Then deworming should continue every 2 weeks until they are 12 weeks old. Once they become adults, male dogs should be dewormed once a year and females after
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each estrous cycle. Deworming is something that must be done routinely and taken seriously. Roundworm (Toxocara canis) can be passed to humans (especially kids) through contact with dog feces or contact with contaminated soil.
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At HeartGlass Studio, we create beautiful glass art that cradles the ashes of your loved one, providing a lasting keepsake that allows you to honor and remember a pet or a person. Through our work, we have met many people who would like to keep the memory of a spouse, parent, child or pet incorporated into their daily lives, but have not yet found a way that is both subtle and profound. Consequently, it seems that many of us have a box, jar or urn that stays in a closet or cupboard where it is often forgotten. HeartGlass Memory Spheres are not actually urns or vessels to hold ashes, but solid forms which encase a bit of ash in a gentle swirl of color. HeartGlassglass spheres are glass urn alternatives that incorporate the ashes of your loved one with brilliant color and the smooth curve of glass. They are incredibly tactile, and fit gently into your palm. As glass art, they are suitable for display in any room, where
they remain part of your life each and every day. You may choose to have a glass pet memorial keepsake in your garden, or under a favorite tree. Perhaps the right place is on a bedside table or in the kitchen window. Or maybe the perfect place changes with the seasons. We are certain that the moment you hold your own Memory Sphere, you will know where it belongs, We invite you to explore our site and to call or email us with questions about our urn alternatives for pets and people. Our goal is to help you select just the right piece to remember a cherished individual. We understand the sense of loss and grief a family experiences when someone they love is gone. In fact, our company is the result of our own desire to remember a beloved pet. Let us help you commemorate the life of someone you have love by creating art you can hold and display.
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Pet & Animal Rescue & Adoption Event! July 13 & 14, 11 AM-3 PM Celebrate Tagawa’s Grey Kitty® mascot’s birthday with cake & lemonade, and visit with over 20 non-profit pet & animal rescue groups! Available NOW at Tagawa gardens-- quality pet toys and treats, specializing in USA and locally made!
7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial (between E-470 and Arapahoe Rd, just south of Broncos Parkway) 303-690-4722 See website for maps & hours
5 OFF your purchase of $25 or more of pet supplies! (sold by Tagawa Gardens, not valid with other $ OFF offers or items already discounted (exp 8/31/13, #9373)
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he one absolutely unselfish friend that a man can have in this selfish world, the one that never deserts him and the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous is his dog. A man's dog stands by him in prosperity and in poverty, in health and in sickness. He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer, he will lick the wounds and sores that come in encounters with the roughness of the world. He guards the sleep of his pauper master as if he were a prince. When all other friends desert us, he remains. When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces, he is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens. And yet a dog can be more. There are a select few dogs that take on the service of physically helping those who in many situations cannot help themselves. This dog becomes hands were his master’s hands fail; a voice when his master’s is weak; a firm stance when his master needs support; and a tow truck when his master’s wheelchair is stuck. This is a service dog. …this was my dog, and he will always be missed. anonymous Event name
The 4th Annual DachsiePalooza
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Jefferson County Fairgrounds Events Center 15200 W. 6th Avenue Golden, CO
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http://thedachsiepalooza.com/
Activity description Dachshunds, dachshund people and small canine friends of dachshunds are invited to PARTY, PARTY, PARTY with the DACHSHUNDS! Proceeds go to the CCDR vetting fund and the Because We Care fund to help dachshunds in need. Activities include Anesthesia-Free Teeth Cleaning Clinic by Well Animal Institute, RUFF Flyball Club-flyball dog demos, Dachshund Races, Ask-the-Vets, Ask-the-Trainers, Canine Chiropractic, K-9 CPR demonstrations, Costume Contest, Rocky Mountain Agility, Vintage Years Celebration, Nail trims, Dachsie swag bags for early bird guests, On-site pet photo studio, Vendors, The Doxie Marketplace, Prizes, Food, Silent Auction Date/Time
Saturday, June 15, 2013, 10am – 3pm MDT
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This boxer and lab are best buddies. Lucky and Ben live with their family in Boulder, having just moved here from
This regal beauty is 4 yr old Sheba, who lives with her family of people, dogs, and a gerbil, in the Fort Collins area.
Lil’ Guy likes to look out the window at the birds around the bird feeder! He is
Rusty’s (right) owner, Bob, admits he’s a bit spoiled...his favorite thing to do is chew up Bob’s socks!
Marnie, above, LOVES to play in wrapping paper. Her new mom, Rose, says she will play with a pile of paper for hours!
This is Camille, a female pug, who lives with the Armstrong family in Weld County.
Tigger is the new “best friend” to 8 yr old Laurie of Thornton!
Sugar, 6 years old, adopted from the Table Mountain Animal Shelter, living the good life in Boulder now!
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Solve the Maze to Answer the Riddle…..
What’s the worst thing that can happen if it’s raining cats and dogs? You might step in a………...
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SOME CAT JOKES…….AND……….SOME DOG JOKES! Q: What do you get if you cross a cocker spaniel, a poodle and a rooster? A: Cockerpoodledoo!
Q: What do you get if you cross a tiger with a sheep? A: A stripey sweater! Q: How do you know if your cat has eaten a duckling? A: She's got that down in the mouth look!
Q: What do you call a sheepdog's tail that can tell tall stories? A: A shaggy dogs tale!
Q: What do you get if you cross a cat with a canary? A: A peeping tom!
Q: Why do dogs run in circles? A: Because its hard to run in squares!
Q: Why is the desert lion everyone's favorite at Christmas? A: Because he has sandy claws!
Q: What do you get if you cross a gun dog with a telephone? A: A golden receiver!
Q: How does a lion greet the other animals in the field? A: 'Pleased to eat you.'!
Q: What do you get if you cross a Beatle and an Australian dog? A: Dingo Starr!
Q: What do you get if you cross a tiger with a snowman? A: Frostbite!
Q: What do you get if you cross a sheepdog with a jelly? A: The collie wobbles!
Q: What is a French cat's favorite pudding? A: Chocolate mousse!
Q: What do you call a black Eskimo dog? A: A dusky husky! Q: What do you get if you cross a dog with a frog? A: A dog that can lick you from the other side of the road! Q: When does a dog go "moo"? A: When it is learning a new language!
ANSWER TO MAZE: POODLE
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