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Hot Dog News PetSmart® Adop on Weekend February 22nd – 24th will be the ﬁrst of four Na onal Adop on Weekends held at PetSmart loca ons in 2019. Since 1994 they have adopted out over 8 million pets! For more informa on check out their website petsmartchari es.org.

Green Acres Raises $6,000 for Furry Friends Green Acres Kennel Shop Raises $6000 for the Eastern Area Agency on Aging Furry Friends Food Bank

Build Our Library As our new literacy program, Rescue Readers, takes oﬀ, we are looking to build up our library of engaging books, at a variety of reading levels, to be used exclusively for the program. Our Humane Educator has prepared a list of books that share the same messages of empathy and kindness to animals (and each other!) that are pivotal to the Youth Program’s humane educa on mission. Community members interested in contribu ng to the program by purchasing books can visit our dedicated Rescue Readers Amazon Wish List animalwelfaresociety.org or contact Kerrie Leclair at (207) 985-3244 ext. 123. All books will have a small plaque on the inside cover with the donor’s name.

[Bangor] Green Acres Kennel Shop raised a total of $6000 for the Eastern Area Agency on Aging Furry Friends Food Bank in their 2018 fundraiser that ended From le to right: Dyan Walsh, Don Hanson, Kelly Adams, Mike Tra on on January 7th. Members of the community donated a total of $5924.14 in 256 individual donations, 83 more donations than in 2017. All of the funds raised will be used to purchase pet food and supplies, at wholesale prices, for distribution by the Eastern Area Agency on Aging. Over the past eleven years, Green Acres Kennel Shop has raised over $46,000 for this important cause which helps keep seniors and their pets together. Green Acres Kennel Shop co-owner Don Hanson stated: “I am very pleased that we have so many people in our community that recognize the importance of helping to keep seniors and their pets together, well fed, and healthy. Every donation helps no matter how small. Because the Eastern Area Agency needs support for the Furry Friends Food Bank throughout the year, Green Acres Kennel Shop will be leaving our online donation portal active for those that wish to donate during the remainder of the year. These donations will be added to the EAAA FFFB account at Green Acres on a monthly basis. You can find that portal at www.greenacres-donate.com. To those that have donated and those that will donate in the future, Thank you!” For more information about Eastern Area on Aging www.eaaa.org.

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From the Publisher Dear Dog News Readers, It certainly has been a couple of cold days. It’s hard to believe that tomorrow is supposed to be in the upper 30’s. What a fluctua on! We just survived the big storm this weekend and were thankful to keep our power. It’s not a terrible Sunday that you just stay home where it is cozy. Pepper and I did take a trip to the back field to run around in the snow. The look on her face was that of pure jubila on! It was definitely a workout for both of us as the snow was very deep. I didn’t quite leap through it as well as she did. Then she caught the smell of something and had to spend a ridiculous amount of me sniffing a rock while I was ge ng pelted in the face by sleet. My guess is turkeys or deer. We have way too many turkeys around our house! They have actually become quite a nuisance. They hang out right at the front door and are pooping everywhere and driving

poor Pepper crazy! We have had a li le break from them right now with the colder snowy weather, but I’m sure they will be back. If anyone has any good advice on how to deter turkeys, please let me know. I did see

something about hanging “spinny” things in the trees and something else men oned coyote urine which you can actually order through Amazon (I guess they do have everything). I just don’t know if that now is going to a ract coyotes? This month, we went with a new theme and are featuring weddings with your dog. It seems that more and more people are wan ng to include their furry family members in their special day. If this is something that you are considering, Debra has put together some useful ps that can be found in our center spread, and Susan has spoken with couples who have already ed the knot with their pups at their sides. She also spoke with some dog-friendly venues should you want to wed at a loca on other than your backyard. Have a great February, stay warm, and Happy Valen ne’s Day! All the best, Jenn and Pepper

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Local Pet Store Supports Four Maine Humane Socie es Every year the Loyal Biscuit Co. rallies together with their customers to help fill the bowls at various humane socie es across the state during the Holiday season. For their 2018 fundraising efforts, they were able to collect over $2,700 in monetary dona ons, as well as 760lbs of kibble and 872 cans of healthy dog and cat food. The dona ons will be distributed to four different animal shelters within the communi es that the Loyal Biscuit Co. is affiliated with. Pope Memorial Humane Society in Thomaston, PAWS Animal Adop on Center in Camden-Rockport, the SPCA

of Hancock County in Trenton, and the Humane Society Waterville Area in Waterville. “In the past we’ve collected money and

purchased dry kibble for two of our local shelters. This year we wanted to do something diﬀerent. Not only have we expanded our

fundraiser to help support four shelters, but we also wanted to make sure that what we were supplying was exactly what they needed,” said Heidi Neal, owner of the Loyal Biscuit. Each shelter had a signiﬁcant need for canned food, primarily canned cat food. “Moisture is extremely important in a dog and cat’s diets.” says Neal, “Their bodies are able to be er absorb nutrients and digest food. It’s also vital for their kidney health.” Between the ﬁve Loyal Biscuit loca ons, enough dona ons were collected to provide over 2,800 cans of dog and cat food for the shelters this year.

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Table of Contents Hot Dog News ...................... 2 Furry Words ......................... 4 Ask the Vet ............................ 4 Basic Training Tips ................ 6 Ask Bammy ............................ 7 Hyperadrenocorticism ........... 7 Bride's Best Friend ............. 8,9 Performance Dog Training ....10 Words, Woofs & Meows ..... 11 Rescue of the Month ............12 Dogs for Adoption ............... 13 Calendar of Events .............. 14 Business Directory .............. 15

We’re a month into the new year, and it’s always a great me to check in and see what your pet wants from you! I put the word out that I was looking for dogs to read in this edi on of Furry Words and within five minutes I had fi y eight messages! To anyone new to this column just a reminder that as a psychic, I can help you be er understand what your four legged friends want, but my readings are never a replacement for licensed veterinary care. Pam T. has “Hemingway,” a shelter dog where she volunteers. She wants to know if he’ll ever find his forever human and will it be soon? I’ll actually be surprised if he’s s ll there by the me this goes to print. He has so much to offer someone, and he is such a snuggle bug! He loves to lean on people, and he wants to find someone who needs reminding that this life is in fact worth living. I see him with a woman in her late 50’s, early 60’s, who needs an excuse to get outside and be social. He loves to be loved and to show love. He will probably balk at going out in extremely cold temperatures and if it’s raining, but he will very happily wear a weatherproof coat. Aarone D. asked about Freya, a large breed puppy. What does she want to be when she grows up, and who does she think her person is? I want to sleep. This cracks me up because it really is the first thing she says to me! I love to be silly, but my body needs naps. She will happily go anywhere with you, but you may need to tell her you’re going some place fun for her to jump in the car. She would be very good at pulling a cart. She loves the rest of the family and your friends, but you’re the mom and the one she comes to when she’s hungry!

Losing Fur Q. My dog is losing fur. Like lots! What could be going on?

There are several reasons for a dog to lose fur. Some causes are normal seasonal shedding, nutri onal deficiencies, endocrine issues, parasites, allergies, medica on, and gene c reasons. Dogs have different shedding pa erns. Some dogs will have very clear seasonal shedding, which is usually spring and fall. Others shed year round with a light seasonal shed. S ll, there are dogs that don’t shed but would mat and form cords like dreadlocks. When a dog is fed poor quality food or a food deficient in nutrients, such as trace minerals and essen al oils, normal shedding can increase. If he lives in a stressful environment, the coat will suffer. Not grooming your dog properly can lead to skin disease that involves more shedding. Hormonal imbalances can result in coat changes. The most

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Sarah A. asked why her dog Chai hates her other dog Chula. Chai feels like she needs to prove her worth and that she’s as smart and driven as Chula. I think she is, but Chula has that swagger that true athletes have. He knows he’s got what it takes to be the best, and he doesn’t have to work as hard for it as Chai does. That really ticks her off!!! I asked her if she can be nicer to him and she said sure. She says you haven’t told them that they’re equals and to knock it off. I actually think she needs to hear that more than he does and, hopefully, resolving their power struggle will be as simple as that! Debbie F. asked if Precious is s ll alive a er going missing about 3 years ago. I get a no, and I don’t think she was alive very long a er she disappeared. When people ask me these ques ons, I like to ask the animal what they need you to

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common hormone imbalance is hypothyroidism. This means the dog’s thyroid is underac ve. The coat can be thin, shed, have secondary skin infec ons, and many other symptoms. Another gland that aﬀects the coat is the adrenal

know. This is what I get. “I was the distrac on you needed when you encountered other people. You are filled with just as much light and love as I was, but you thought that people were more drawn to me. That isn’t true. Don’t retreat back into your shell. You are meant to stand in your power and shine, shine, shine!” She wants you to know you are magnificent. Deb asked how she can help Bella with her severe separa on anxiety. Her answer is a first for me! She asked you to give her medicine and tell her that it will make her sleep and relax, but instead of REAL medicine, give her a placebo that actually does nothing to her physically. She needs the mind over ma er approach, and if you tell her it’ll work, she’ll believe you. You have to let me know if that works! Claire G. asked if Buca is glad they buried her under her favorite tree? Is she mad that we took in Ozzie (another dog) when she was at the end of her life? Buca is beyond happy to be under that tree with no leash and not a care in the world! She loves that she gets to keep an eye on the family coming and going, too. You honored her beau fully. She wasn’t mad about Ozzie but is actually grateful that he demanded a lot of your a en on because it gave her me to sleep. Her body was very worn out at the end, and as I type this, my le wrist is ge ng very sore. She was ready to go and appreciates all you did for her. She loved you the most she says like a human would if you said, “I love you,” and he said “I love you the most.” If a person in your life said that, he may be coming through to say hi to you… Jesse M. asked if Ursa is happy and does she want a puppy? I am laughing because the dog just

looked at me and said, “Seriously? Like they can’t SEE that I’m happy?!” I think that answers your question! I get a huge YES when I ask if she’d like a puppy. I think the two of them will have a blast roughhousing together. Debbie A’s dog Reba is a black pom and is 13yrs old with some heart problems. How is she feeling? My throat gets really ght. My heart doesn’t hurt, but my airway feels as though it’s not as ﬂexible as it used to be, and I’m star ng to have some diﬃculty swallowing. My le hip just hurt so much I had to shi the way I’m si ng, so that means hers is sore, too. I appreciate all of you sending me ques ons and taking the me to read the answers in this column. Did you know that you can do what I do? It’s true! I don’t actually HEAR the animals talk, but they show me images in my mind to help me communicate. Some mes I’ll get a taste of a food or medicine in my mouth as a way to answer your ques ons, and other mes my body will feel the way theirs does. It’s hard for me to read my own pets because I’m just too close to them, so if you want to prac ce, I suggest you go to a shelter and see what the animals there have to say. Always work in the light and make sure when you’re done you separate your energy from theirs. FMI or to schedule a longer reading, please go to www.enlightenedhorizons.com and visit the Online Booking page.

gland. Hyperadrenocor cism is an overac ve gland. This problem has many symptoms, which includes losing fur. Excessive sex hormones can also cause symmetrical fur loss. A very common reason for excessive shedding is ectoparasites. The most notably are fleas. Fluff y will be excessively chewing and scratching especially around the lower back. Other parasites can be mange mites. Demodec c mites are usually seen as bald spots in puppies that go away on their own. Another mite infec on that can be more drama c is sarcop c mange. Ear mites are rare in dogs but can cause fur loss along their backs. Allergies are so common and definitely affect the coat quality, shedding, and other skin symptoms. Allergies can be something they eat, something in the environment, such as pollen, and contact from something like the wool rug. Different breeds can have inherited alopecia. There are bald areas that have specific patterns and furless patches with a color change to the skin. Some of

these diseases can spontaneously regenerate. Others are seasonal disorders. Many of the alopecia will not start showing symptoms until after a year. Most will start between 1 and 11 years of age. Diagnosing these conditions is through doing skin biopsies. A lab will look at these samples microscopically to find the answers. Other causes for shedding and skin disease causing fur loss can be topical medica ons, such as topical parasite products, and topicals containing steroids. Injec ons, oral medica on of all sorts, vaccina ons, and medicated shampoos can cause local to severe skin reac ons. When you have any concerns with you best friend’s coat, be sure to discuss it with your veterinarian. It could be as simple as adding a supplement to needing more diagnos cs.

Sara Moore is a psychic for people and pets who oﬀers private and group readings, workshops and fundraisers. Go to www. enlightenedhorizons.com FMI and to schedule a reading. email enlightenedhorizons@gmail.com or call (603)662-2046.

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WEDDING from page 1 “I think they did very well,” she said. Once Ronald came into their line of vision, they grew more confident despite the 80 people a ending. When they arrived at the altar, a groomsman took over as their handler and seated them on their hay bales with the signs “Best Dog” and “Dog of Honor.” The wedding went off without a hitch, and their day holds fond memories. “It was fun to have them... they were my babies and they're s ll my babies.” And since then, the Porter Pack has welcomed a baby girl named Rebecca. Sheena Mar ns and her husband Dan are transplants to the state. She’s a California na ve and he’s a New Jersey guy who met out west. “A er moving a few mes, we decided Maine was the place to be due to its dog friendliness--not even joking about that.” While they were engaged in 2012, they waited to wed un l they purchased a home--they wanted to marry there with their four dogs present. So, on July 17th, 2015 in their Readfield backyard, Sheena and Dan’s dreams came true. The dogs were ou i ed--white dresses for Clemen ne and Juno and bow es and cuffs for Brownie and Pinto, and friends held their leashes at the altar. They were married with seven guests--it was a low-key ceremony that was just their style. “I couldn’t imagine not having our four dogs included in our wedding... They were there from start to finish and very well-behaved.” Like the Porters, the Mar ns are growing. They are expec ng a baby boy in March to be named Oliver. Hannah and Mark Kazilionis became Mr. and Mrs. this past October at their camp on Branch Lake in Ellsworth with one dog present. While they have two dogs, a female Weimaraner named Ruca who is “a complete princess” and a Bloodhound mu named Jambi, the la er’s howling prompted them to leave him indoors.

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“[Ruca] would be highly oﬀended if we didn’t let her watch her parents get married,” said Hannah. The Weimaraner was ini ally okay, but then added her own drama. “She sat next to us, but when we began our vows, she walked over and laid down on my train--as if it was her new fancy dog bed--and refused to get up. We all laughed and knew it was so typical of our girl, always wan ng to steal the show.” Elsebeth DeBiase, owner and stylist at Coastal Crea ons Pet Salon in Bucksport, decided to have her best-behaved dog, a male Bichon Frise named Schnabel, par cipate in her happy day. She got the idea from a customer whose daughter had her li le dogs in a endance. (While Elsebeth wanted to include her

Dachshund, she didn’t make the bridal party cut because she’s not a fan of strangers.) She and her ﬁancé Joseph married on their property in Sangerville in September of 2014. The tuxedoed Schnabel did very well (he’s been in grooming compe ons with Elsebeth, so he’s used to commo on) and was handled by her cousin’s daughter, but the bride had a backup plan. “There was always was an op on to put him away in a quiet room if need be.” Chris na DiOrio, Catering Sales Manager at Cape Elizabeth’s luxurious Inn by the Sea, said their pet-friendliness is why they’re seeing more dogs in weddings. Couples, whether they be bride-groom, bridebride or groom-groom, may come to the Inn to host a larger outdoor

des na on wedding and want their pet included. “[The dog is] special to them as well,” she said. Since the Inn oﬀers dog-si ng services, the pet can be taken back to the couple’s room a er the ceremony, or the si er can stay during the recep on to add support. Chris na said they’ve had many spur-of-the-moment elopements as well with the couple’s dog included. Typically, they’ve come to the beachfront Inn for a vaca on because it welcomes their four-legged and say, “‘Hey, why not? Let’s get married.’” Linekin Bay Resort in Boothbay Harbor is a gorgeous 20-acre compound with lodges and cabins sca ered along its waterfront and wooded area. Cherie Sco , Director of Wedding Sales, said they’ve had many outdoor weddings with couples’ “sweet babies” par cipa ng. They oﬀer an exclusive experience-you can book the en re property

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"O h, dogs love him!” she said about her husband Tom. Ruh roh! A red ﬂag shoots up when I hear this statement. We were vaca oning together recently with Tom and his wife and encountered a woman with two on-leash dogs. All dog lovers, we were interested in mee ng them. One of the dogs was an elderly Golden, calm, tail gently wagging, loose body, open mouth, and perky ears. She was oriented toward people passing by. The other dog, a large adult doodle, was standing back, very close to his human, tail tucked, jaws clenched, body rigid, ears back. Tom asked if we could pet the dogs. The owner said, “Sure!” I approached the Golden, who was happy to get a head rubbie, moved into my hands and melted. I interacted with her for about 3 seconds and stopped just to see if she was happy with our li le conversa on. She was - she leaned in for more. I had carefully turned away from the doodle whose tail was tucked so far between his legs it was actually curving up towards his belly. I made no mo on to reach or move towards him as I could see that this wasn’t what he wanted. He had no interest in moving towards Tom, either, who by now had crouched down facing him to try to be more invi ng. This made the doodle move closer to his human - in fact, he had posi oned himself between her legs, eyeing Tom nervously.

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What the owner did next horriﬁed me. She forcefully tried to drag her dog by the haunches to move in Tom’s direc on. The doodle resisted. Tom laughed and said, “I some mes lie on the ground so they’ll play.” Um, no, not this one.

This happened in seconds. It was clear that this poor dog had been subjected to his owner’s wellinten oned but oh-so-inappropriate behavior many mes in the past. “Please STOP!!!!” I said. She was s ll struggling to get her dog to approach Tom. I abruptly stepped between him and the poor, struggling dog. I physically li ed Tom back into a standing posi on and pushed him away (this was blatantly rude human behavior, but it was a dog emergency). I helped to create more distance between them while also trying to avoid exacerba ng the situa on with my own proximity to the terriﬁed doodle. Now that we were at a more comfortable distance, the doodle relaxed a bit. One of my party men oned that I’m a dog trainer. This prompted some ques ons from the owner, who was clearly embarrassed by what she interpreted as bad behavior from her doodle who she admi ed, “has never wanted to ‘say hi’ to strangers.” She asked me why he was like that and what she could do. [Yay!! A teachable moment!!] I gently explained that in order to help him, it had to be his choice to approach people, not hers or others’. She needed to pair good things with the presence of strangers. Any me she forced him to interact when he didn’t want to will just make things worse. As for “why” he was like that, there are many factors that contribute to fearfulness, including lack of proper socializa on, a scare during a fear period, gene cs, etc.

She was relieved when I told her that there’s no reason he should have to get close to every person who wants to touch him - she can say, “no,” and she should say no for the sake of her pup. I am hopeful that this well-inten oned, loving dog owner will be more respec ul of her dogs’ wishes from now on, and that Tom will be able to be er recognize a dog who is truly not interested in interac ng with him. It’s not personal! Early interven on with the help of a cer ﬁed, posi ve dog trainer would likely have resulted in a much more conﬁdent dog. Rules about interac ng with strange dogs: • •

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Let’s help our dog friends by listening to what they are saying. Some mes it means saying “no” to our fellow humans, no ma er how good their inten ons might be.

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I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Na ve American people. We were designed by natural selec on to be so intelligent and physically superior that we survived without human help. My great-grandfather was caught from the wild. I can oﬀer advice based on the natural ins ncts and a ributes of wild dogs. In addi on, my adop ve person and I have had lots of training classes and other experiences. Some humans call themselves Mom or Dad of their dog, but I refer to my human, tongue in cheek, as Boss. Much as I love her, I admit she has many of the same odd no ons as most humans, so I can relate to other pet dogs with problem humans. If I can’t help, at least I can oﬀer sympathy, and we can have some fun talking about our amazing humans. Please send your ques ons! Bammy, 280 Pond Rd., Newcastle, ME 04553, or email: askbammy@ dewater.net.

About “The Thicket” Boss and I went for a walk in a special place she calls “The Thicket.” There was enough snow to hold the scent in footprints, so I had a great me sniﬃng animal trails. I could hear Boss’s footsteps, so I knew

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she was safe. I picked up a whiﬀ of bird plus raw meat and quartered upwind smelling for whatever it was. One bad thing about The Thicket is that there are a lot of thick, thorny plants. There was something on the ground in the middle of one of those vicious bushes. It was black and very ﬂat, but, oh, that smell! I pushed through the thorns to it.

I could hear Boss calling the way she does when she wants to know I’m taking good care of her. I run to her and she gives me a treat. But I just had to get that thing before I went to her. A er I worked my way painfully through the thorns, I had to taste my ﬁnd even though Boss was s ll calling. Most of it was covered with big black feathers, but one end was raw meat and bones. I crunched oﬀ a yummy piece and then hurried to Boss. When we got home, Boss did a bad trade. But I got a nice piece of chicken when she took the wing away. Boss has rubbery, spiky things she puts on her boots that help her walk on ice. She discovered that one of them was gone, so she put on a different pair and carried the mate to the one she lost as we went back to The Thicket. I was hoping for more of the black bird, but she called me and started the “Find the other one,” game. She showed me the rubber thing and gave the “Find …” command. I gave it a good sniff and started searching. There was the other one, just a few feet away! I brought it and got a lovely treat. We started home, but in a few minutes, she called me back. She had lost that thing again! That

time it was quite a way back on our trail, but of course my mighty nose led me to it. She was so happy that I found it! Wouldn’t you think she would have been more careful? But she lost it AGAIN! That time it was off the trail behind some bushes. I had to quarter and circle, but I found it and brought it to her proudly! She was so excited to get it back - why did she keep dropping it? It is a sort of squirmy rubber thing. Maybe it jumped out of her hands, though it was well behaved while I had my teeth on it. I was pre y excited by that me, and when I smelled something in the swamp. I thought it might be another treasure or something Boss wanted. So even though I usually come when she calls, I was just too excited to quit. She was almost home when I heard fear in her voice, so I ran to catch up. She didn’t have a biscuit because she had given them all to me in The Thicket, but we were so happy about our walk that it didn’t ma er. Bammy The Ask Bammy column is intended for humor and entertainment. If your dog has behavioral issues please contact a veterinarian or professional trainer.

Hyperadrenocor cism (Cushing’s Disease) in Dogs the body and access to it is difficult, a medical approach to treatment is preferred. It can be highly successful but requires a good working relationship between veterinarian and client.

C ushing’s disease is a common disease in canines, particularly in smaller breeds. The syndrome occurs when one or both adrenal glands produce an excessive amount of cortisol (related to cortisone) in the body. While this hormone is essential in the body, excess amounts cause symptoms such as increased thirst, urination, hunger, panting, weight gain, and a pot-bellied appearance. The symptoms are slowly progressive, causing many owners to assume that it’s part of natural aging. Uncontrolled disease can result in hypertension, diabetes mellitus, pancreatitis, increase risk of infection, hair loss, and orthopedic issues. There are two naturally occurring types of Cushing’s disease: 1) adrenal-dependent; and 2) pituitary gland dependent. The adrenal glands are located just above the kidneys. The glands have two layers. The outer layer of ssue called the “cortex” produces hormones called glucocor coids and mineralocor coids. The inner layer, the “medulla,” produces epinephrine. Adrenaldependent Cushing’s disease is a result of a tumor forming on the adrenal gland. This is the underlying cause in less than 15% of all dogs with the disease. Of those, about half of the tumors are benign. The tumor causes a direct overproduc on and release of cor sol into the bloodstream. The preferred treatment (and poten al cure) is surgical removal of the tumor, which has a fair to good prognosis when performed by an experienced surgeon in a hospital se ng. Pituitary-dependent Cushing’s disease: the pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain. It secretes a hormone called adrenocorticotropic hormone or ACTH. The hormone indirectly controls the adrenal glands’

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output of cortisol. Cushing’s disease results when a very small (usually microscopic) tumor of the pituitary produces an abundance of ACTH. In turn, the adrenal glands enlarge to accommodate this increased demand for cortisol release. This is the cause of over 85% of all cases of Cushing’s disease in dogs. Testing for Cushing’s Disease: Your veterinarian would base diagnostic testing on the medical history and observations that you provide. If there is suspicion of Cushing’s disease, a simple screening test can be performed on a urine sample. If this test is “negative,” your dog likely does not have the disease. If the test is “positive,” your dog may have the disease. Further testing such as a “low dose dexamethasone suppression test” and/or an abdominal ultrasound may be indicated. Treatment for pituitary dependent Cushing’s disease: Because the pituitary gland is vital to

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Lysodren® or mitotane is a time-honored and effective drug for the control of this disease. The mechanism of action is to shrink the outer adrenal gland layer which then limits the output of cortisol. Treatment involves 5-8 days of daily dosing (induction phase) which is followed by a 2-3 times weekly dosing of the drug (maintenance phase). It is important to be in close contact with your veterinarian during this phase so that the dosage is titrated for effective control of your dog’s disease. Care must be taken to not overdose the drug, as this can cause serious (though reversible) consequences. Overall, the risk of treating is lower than the risk of progressive, untreated disease. Trilostane®: is a drug that is a synthetic enzyme-inhibiting drug which decreases cortisol production by the adrenal glands. It differs from mitotane in that it decreases cortisol production, but usually does not physically change the adrenal gland. It is not a cure but can be very effective in managing Cushing’s disease.

With appropriate treatment, most or all symptoms of Cushing’s disease can be reversed. Most dogs can be successfully managed for long periods of time, which makes treatment very rewarding for most owners. Dr. Gail Mason Portland Veterinary Specialists

Bride's Best Friend Choose a handler. The handler will be your furry BFF’s wing man (or woman) during the course of the day. If pup is being brought in for special portraits, a handler will make sure your pet are transported safely and kept on leash when they’re not part of the event. Do not crate or hold your pet in the car when it’s not part of the fes vi es. The handler can also take care of any po y needs as well as water stops. Good grooming. Arrange a spa day for a bath, shampoo, cut, and nail trim before the wedding. This is especially important for breeds that have special grooming needs. A er all, you’ll make sure you look great, so why shouldn’t Fido? Coordinate your pet’s “look” with your wedding. From fresh flowers affixed to a collar to speciality items created by a dog attire company, coordinate your pet’s look with your wedding and its style. This is the perfect time to invest in a new collar and leash for pup. Avoid any non-matching collar and leash sets. Involve your photographer. Choose a photographer that specializes in pets or has photographed weddings with pets before. Tell the photographer that

What to Consider When Involving Your Pet in Your Wedding By Debra Bell

When you’re planning your wedding, you’ll give lots of thought to the friends and family you’ll invite. So what about your best furry friend? Involving your dog in your wedding can make the celebra on even more special, but you must ﬁrst consider a few things. Does your pup’s personality mesh with a high-stress event? The simple reality is that weddings are high-stress events with lots of people, things, and ac vity. Some dogs are natural party animals while others, especially those with more nervous or shy personali es, will not do well at a wedding. The last thing you want to do is to stress out your pet or put the pet in a situa on where your dog might bite out of stress or fear. Will your venue allow you to bring your furry BFF? As you are looking for venues, make sure you ask what their pet policy is and be respec ul of it. Many venues have a strict no pets policy. If your venue doesn’t allow pets, consider doing your couple portraits oﬀ-site or including your furry BFF in your engagement portraits. Inform your guests and wedding party that you’ll be including Fido. Some guests or wedding party members may be allergic or fearful of dogs, so giving them a heads up is impera ve to them preparing. What role will your pet hold? Will your pet be a ring bearer or a happy guest? If your dog will have a special task to do, begin training it as soon as possible.

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irst of all, I do believe socialization is very important and puppy classes can fulfill many needs of dogs and owners, but they are not an end-all solution. As far as socialization goes, I want my dogs to get along with other dogs, but I do not want them to feel they must meet and play with every dog they see. I also want my dogs to like people and be comfortable around them,

but, again, I do not want them to feel they must meet and interact with every person they see. I want my dog’s primary interest to be me. I want my dog to look to me with any ques ons or concerns

it has. I want it to understand that I will clearly and consistently answer any ques ons it may have and also help it safely explore anything it might have concerns about. I also want my dog to see me as the best choice it can make and to see me as a great source of fun and play. Keeping your dog safe, exploring the world together, having a clear consistent structure, and being a great source of play is the founda on of a great rela onship. These concepts should be in place before you expose your dog to puppy class which can be very stressful and overwhelming to certain dogs. It is important that you are valuable to your dog and that you have established value for reinforcers you may want to use – tricks, toys, pe ng, and praise. Learning requires being able to focus on the task at hand. Many mes the atmosphere in puppy class is not conducive to learning and can even result in being detrimental to your dog’s ability to learn. Lots of noise, the poten al of having dogs running and jumping and knocking your puppy around,

and puppies ge ng overly excited and out of control, may be too much for some dogs and certainly will not be an atmosphere where they can begin to learn. Some dogs do not want to engage in play. They just want to watch from a safe place. This is fine. Pu ng them in the middle of a situa on where they may not be comfortable will not help them become be er socialized. Play groups are good for lots of dogs, but if your puppy chooses not to play, respect its feelings and work on engaging the dog with you in controlled, safe situa ons to build confidence. Work with your puppy one on one to create a founda on of focus, trust, value, and fun. Introduce distrac ons and new situa ons gradually and build on your founda on of rela onship to create a confident dog that is able to cope with changes in its environment. By working to create value in focusing and engaging with you, you will be well on the way to having a puppy that will have a positive confidence-building experience in puppy class and beyond.

Carolyn Fuhrer has earned over 100 AKC tles with her Golden Retrievers, including 2 Champion Tracker tles. She has recently become an AKC Tracking Judge. Carolyn is the owner of North Star Dog Training School in Somerville, Maine. She has been teaching people to understand their dogs for over 30 years. You can contact her with ques ons, sugges ons and ideas for her column by e-mailing carolyn@dogsatnorthstar.com.

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Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Started Training Dogs Aversives are Unnecessary and Counter-Produc ve When Training A Dog â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Part 2

In Last month, I described how in 1991 I had been told to use a choke collar to train our dog Gus and how that damaged our rela onship. I deďŹ ned the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;aversiveâ&#x20AC;? and discussed the use of choke and prong collars, two of the most common aversives used to train dogs. (FMI - h p://bit.ly/ Things-Aversives-1) Today, the most extreme aversive used with dogs is the electric shock collar. A shock collar works by administering a shock to the dog's neck to stop a behavior (posi ve punishment) or con nuously shocks the dog un l they do the desired behavior (nega ve reinforcement). Shock collars are promoted for remote training, containment, and to stop barking. Some trainers even rou nely recommend shock be used to train a puppy to sit. All objec ves that a knowledgeable and skilled trainer or behavior consultant can achieve without the use of aversives. Why people choose to use a shock collar on a dog that is allegedly their best friend is a mystery to me. Based on experience with some of my clients I believe that they did not understand that the shock from a shock collar needs to hurt their dog to be eďŹ&#x20AC;ec ve. These

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individuals had been convinced to use a shock collar because they had been told it would allow their dog more freedom and then were appalled the ďŹ rst me their dog was shocked, and they heard her yelp in pain. They never used the shock collar again. Unfortunately, the marke ng materials for shock products are not always clear about their aversive nature. Why a canine professional would ever recommend any aversive, but especially a shock collar, is even more unse ling. It may be because they have elected

not to keep learning. Veterinary behaviorist, Dr. Lisa Radosta noted in the 2017 documentary ďŹ lm, Dogs, Cats, and Scapegoats, "If your trainer is s ll using pinch collars and choke collars they haven't read a book or gone to a scien ďŹ cally based seminar in 25 years." That is why when choosing a dog training professional, it is essen al to make sure that they have been cer ďŹ ed by an organiza on that mandates con nuing educa on. (FMI - h p:// bit.ly/HowToChooseADogTrainer) Experts in animal behavior know that the use of electric shock can be extremely harmful. That is why the American Animal Hospital Associa on (AAHA) and The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) have taken posi ons that shock collars should NEVER be used. It is why shock collars have been banned in many countries, and why many more are working towards that goal. You can ďŹ nd a list of scien ďŹ c resources on the dangers of shock on my blog at h p://bit.ly/SayNoToShock. Electric shocks are painful, but it is equally important to understand that there are other tools that are used with dogs with the inten on of causing physical or emo onal pain/discomfort. These include, but are not limited to air horns, alpha rolls, bea ng, ca le prods, choke collars, citronella collars, dominance downs, lunge whips, pinch/prong collars, squirt bo les, starving or withholding food, throw chains, and more. What many people do not realize is that anything that makes your dog anxious, afraid, or uncomfortable is an aversive even if you did not intend for it to

be aversive. For example, within days of adop ng our current dog, Muppy, she was si ng on my lap for some snuggle me when I sneezed. Muppy bolted oďŹ&#x20AC; of my lap and ran out of the room. When I found her, she was trembling, her tail was tucked, her head was down, her mouth was closed, and she was avoiding eye contact. She did not feel comfortable approaching me un l I got down on the ďŹ&#x201A;oor, looking the other way and allowing her to decide if she wanted to approach. She eventually did, and we resumed snuggling, but she con nued to react in this manner every me I sneezed for several months. We ďŹ nally got past this, but it took a concerted eďŹ&#x20AC;ort on my part. I have had clients with dogs that have experienced a shock collar who will no longer enter an area where they received the shock, who have a panic a ack any me they hear something that is even remotely similar to the sound made by the shock collar, or aggressively bark, growl, and lunge at any child because that is what they were focused on when they received the shock. I know I could never put a dog through that, especially knowing that it is NEVER necessary. I was fortunate; I learned how to train and care for a dog with management and posi ve reinforcement before shock collars became the latest fad. I hope that by reading this, you can avoid causing your dog unnecessary pain. My next column in this series will address reward-based training and why it is the most humane and most eďŹ&#x20AC;ec ve way to train a dog.

Don Hanson is the co-owner of the Green Acres Kennel Shop (greenacreskennel.com) in Bangor where he has been helping people with their pets since 1995. He also produces and co- hosts The Woof Meow Show heard on AM620 -WZON every Saturday at 9 AM. Podcasts of the show are available at www.woofmeowshow.com. Don also writes about pets at his blog: www.words-woofs-meows.com. He is commi ed to pet care and pet training that is free of pain, force, and fear. The opinions in this column are those of Don Hanson.

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There is a list of needs posted on their website, but they do have items that are used regularly. Good quality cat and ki en food such as Purina One, Purina Gentle, Rachael Ray Nutrish, laundry detergent, dish soap, 30-gallon garbage bags, bathroom and kitchen cleaning supplies, office supplies, gently used and clean blankets, sheets, quilts, towels, and pet clothing. (The community supports the shelter; over the 2018 year-end holidays, many dona ons added to their stockpile, and they are grateful.) Remember the adage, "A red dog is a happy dog?” The shelter needs a working treadmill to help them exercise their dogs in the winter months. Chelsea added that Lewis, an owner relinquishment who had li le training, will especially benefit from it. The sweet boy has lots of energy. Between the shelter’s training program and jogging, they know it'll keep him focused. Regardless if a dog is a stray or owner relinquishment, they're dedicated to finding the perfect home for all animals needing new homes.

Because of that dedica on, they have an adop on process that starts with an online applica on--it's not a "walk in and pick out a dog" type of thing. Expect a vet check if you have a current animal and a call will be made to your landlord if you're a renter. Know that ﬁlling out the form doesn’t guarantee adop on approval. If they receive multiple applications on the same dog, it is their policy to choose the approved adopter that is best suited for the pet’s needs and personality. It is recommended that if you see a dog online that piques your interest, get to the shelter to meet the dog and start the application process. SHS also has a Barn Cat program. Working spayed/neutered/ve ed cats are free for barn, brewery, stable, nursery owners, etc. You are to provide lifelong vet care, year-round shelter, and daily food and water. Stop by SHS at 123 Middle Rd., Skowhegan. For volunteering details, hours and more info, visit their website at shsanimalshelter.com.

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He is friendly and loving. He is neutered and vaccinated. He does well with most other dogs, not sure about cats yet.

He is learning to be a good boy here at the shelter, but he would love to have his very own person or family soon. He is a sweet dog but needs some training to help him focus his energy, which is endless. We aren’t sure how he is with cats or other dogs right now. He is neutered and vaccinated.

She’s had some neglect in her past so we are looking for a new home with a family that understands that. We’re uncertain how she is with other dogs, but she loves people. She’s ac ve and in good health.

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NAIL TRIMMING CLINIC Saturday, February 2 Rockland, 12PM – 3PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are $10.00 each or a combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to the rescue.

PETSMART ADOPTION WEEKEND Saturday, February 23 Biddeford, 9AM – 4PM Saturday’s adop on event at PetSmart in Biddeford is part of their Na onal Adop on Weekend. Animal Welfare Society will have cats and dogs available for adop on. 9 am: Registra on begins for interested adopters. 10 am: Adop ons begin. FMI: Contact Jenna Danks, at (207) 985-3244 ext. 114. or animalwelfaresociety.org. Please visit our adop on page to see which pets will be ready for adop on!

DROP IN PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Sunday, February 3 Kennebunk, 10AM – 11AM Drop in to our puppy social hour, on select Sundays, if your pup is younger than 6 months and under 25 pounds. The session will be led by one of our cer ﬁed canine trainers. The instructor will lead the hour with an ac vity to connect with your pup, plenty of breaks, and, of course, play! Learn to understand how puppies play, basic canine body language, ways to get your pups a en on in a posi ve way, and other interes ng puppy facts. $12/hour. No advance registra on needed. Sessions are held rain or shine. 46 Holland Rd., Kennebunk. animalwelfaresociety.org

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NAIL CLIPPING CLINIC Saturday, February 9 Brewer, 10AM – 12PM Danielle from the SPCA of Hancock County will be at our Loyal Biscuit Brewer loca on at 421 Wilson St. from 10am – 12pm for our next nail clipping clinic. The cost is $10 per pet and all proceeds will be donated to SPCA of Hancock County. No appointment necessary. loyalbiscuit.com; (207)660-9200 x7

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Saturday, February 9 Union, 1PM – 3PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them over to Union Agway located on 2179 Heald Highway in Union and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings

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Tuesday, February 12 Rockland, 11AM – 1PM Is your pet in need of a pedicure? Bring them down to Pet Quarters located at 235 Camden St, Rockland and Shannon from Catahoula Rescue of New England will be on hand to make your fur kids look their very best! We trim not only dogs, but cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, you name it! Nail Trimmings and Ear Cleanings are available for $10.00 each or combo price of $12.00 for both. All funds raised go directly to rescue.

Sunday, February 3 & 17 Brewer, 1PM – 2PM Brewer Loyal Biscuit will be oﬀering a Puppy Play Group every other Sunday throughout the colder winter months to help your puppy get out some of their winter me wiggles! Open to puppies that are 6 months or younger, and weigh less then 25lbs! A par cipa on and waiver form will be required for you to sign. There is NO charge but we encourage you to consider making a dona on to one of the many local rescue organiza ons within our community! loyalbiscuit.com; (207)660-9200 x7

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