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Pet Connection Visit the Animal House Kitten rescue Advice and pet tips

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How shifting supply and demand could end puppy mills and shelter killing You bring two types of cupcakes to your first-grader’s school party – chocolate and vanilla. The chocolate cakes are gone in minutes, while the vanilla ones linger. Next time, you’ll probably just buy chocolate cupcakes. Supply and demand is a simple economic principle even the youngest consumers can understand, and it’s the key to ending two industries that animal

advocates would like to see go out of business forever – shelters and puppy mills.

“Each year, approximately 10,000 puppy mills across the country produce hundreds of thousands of dogs to be sold online and in pet stores throughout the nation,” says Elizabeth Oreck of Best Friends Animal Society.

“Meanwhile, approximately 3 to 4

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Grooming can strengthen the bond between people and their furry friends, according to Dr. Laura Wiles, and it’s extra fun if the whole family gets involved.

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How often should I bathe my dog?

That depends on your dog’s hair type and how dirty he gets, but no more than once a week or they’ll get dry skin.

Avoid getting water in your dog’s ears – squeeze them shut – as this could cause an infection.

What should I bathe my dog with?

Don’t use a shampoo for humans because animal skin has a different pH to human skin. Instead, you want a shampoo

that’s quick and easy to apply all over your pet. Try a shampoo such as OUT! Easy Spray Shampoo which has an easy-grip bottle and 360-degree spray so you can spray, lather, and rinse your pooch in as little as three minutes. Hold your dog with one hand while using the other to apply a gentle, continuous spray all over your pooch’s body – even the hard-to-reach underbelly. Visit www.outpetcare.com for more information.

Do I bathe my cat?

No, cats hate water. If your cat gets terrible mats, have her groomed at the vet under sedation (do not try trimming them yourself with scissors). If kitty is just dirty, wipe her with a dry washcloth or towel, or use a waterless shampoo for cats. Try something like Vet’s Best Waterless Cat Bath, (www.vetsbest.com), which acts as a soothing natural cleanser and moisturizes the skin and fur without affecting topical flea control products.

Should I clean my pet’s ears?

Yes, but check first with your vet for advice on which cleaner to use. Soak a

cotton ball with a cleaner that has a drying agent so they don’t get an infection caused by water in the ears. Only clean the ear on the outside and around the inside.

What else do I need to do?

You’ll need to brush your pet to keep its coat clean and healthy. There are several types of combs, brushes and slickers available for cats and dogs. Select the right

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Veterinarians get asked a lot of questions by pet parents, including whether they should groom their pooch or kitty. Dr. Laura Wiles with the Bramton Vet Council encourages people to groom their pets themselves – starting when they’re puppies or kittens if possible – so they get used to not only being groomed, but also touched all over their body. It also gives pet parents an opportunity to check for injuries and early signs of disease, such as growths or painful joints.

Dr. Wiles shares the top questions she gets asked about grooming, and her responses –

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DOGS SUSCEPTIBLE TO

water-born virus this time of year

By Dr. Meg Robinson CONTRIBUTOR

Is a motile, spiral shaped, water borne bacteria that is spread through water.

This bacterium is shed from animals in their urine, making many animal species potential carriers of this bacterium.

It can penetrate unbroken skin and can certainly enter the body through cuts or other small wounds. Leptospirosis has a seasonal occurrence, being more common in the spring and the fall when water is sitting around in puddles and mud is present.

About 10 species of Leptospirosis, out of more than 200, can infect the dog worldwide. This bacterium varies in its’ ability to cause disease, or pathogenicity.

Vaccines contain a bacterin (for bacteria), like a vaccine (for viruses), for the major species of Leptospirosis that occur in Wisconsin. Different species of

Leptospirosis are termed serovars. The most common disease causing serovars locally are Grippotyphosa, Pomona, and Bratislava.

Other serovars that are less common now, because vaccines (bacterins) have reduced the spread of this disease, include serovars Canicola and Icterohaemorrhagiae.

This disease can spread from animals to people so it is termed – Zoonotic. The bacterium infects the kidneys, liver, brain, gastrointestinal system, and blood-making system. The signs this disease shows are related to the organ system it damages the most.

It commonly causes kidney and liver disease causing kidney and liver failure.

Consequently this disease can mimic many other diseases and be tough to diagnose.

The vaccine companies have produced vaccines recently that have improved and changed to adapt to the changes seen in the wild strains of this bacteria. These vaccines

now vaccinate for the serovars; Canicola, Icterohaemorrhagiae, Grippotyphosa, and Pomona. There is little cross protection between the different serovars so animals can still catch Leptospirosis even after being vaccinated. The immunity to this bacterin is not as long term as the immunity for viruses, so a yearly “vaccine” administration is currently recommended.

Treatment is with antibiotics. The favored antibiotic is Doxycyline. But Ampicillian and Azithromycin are also used. Other supportive care is also done.

The organ system that is attacked can be helped with different forms of treatment.

The information for this article was obtained through Today’s Veterinary Practice March/April 2015, Vol. 5, No. 3.

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Genevive Klimala shows off her backyard chickens at her home on Browns Lake in the Town of Burlington.

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Those are the primary motivators to raise backyard chickens for Genevive Klimala and Brian Schaefer of the Town of Burlington.

“While we can’t afford to raise cattle and hogs, and things of that nature, we can raise chickens to get eggs from,” Klimala explained.

According to the University of WisconsinExtension, more people are becoming interested in raising poultry in urban areas.

Klimala and Schaefer have raised chickens for the last five years. Initially, they started because Klimala wanted to know what she was eating.

“The initial reason was because of when you learn about how your food is produced and how it is raised, you learn that there is a lot of cruelty and inhumane methods that are

used to raise our livestock,” Klimala said.

It does not take a rooster to raise chickens solely for laying eggs, according to the UWExtension.

Klimala – formerly of Chicago – said she first came up with the idea when approached by another resident in the Town of Burlington who wanted to sell a flock of birds.

Total cost of the first flock, at seven months old, was about $25.

While Klimala was eager to pursue it, Schaefer was skeptical about cost saving measures, but went along with the idea.

“I was not in favor of the chickens. I figured I could finally get her to give up on the idea,” said Schaefer, who took meticulous notes.

“I kept detailed records of what everything cost, how many eggs we got and kept it all on a spreadsheet,” he said. “I was surprised the data showed that they paid for themselves.”

Each chicken lays an average of 300 eggs per year, and through the personal experiences

of Klimala and Schaefer, it is more than enough to help other families and friends.

The flock of six birds produces about 36 eggs per week, with some getting disbursed to members of Schaefer’s family.

“Our flock is more than enough to do Sunday breakfasts and daily stuff and then share with his parents and his brother,” Klimala said. “You got five people that are consistently receiving cruelty-free eggs.”

However, raising chickens comes with responsibility. By the third year, chickens stop producing eggs.

Chicken owners then need a humane plan to use the animals, and then deal with the arrival of a new flock – what Klimala calls “an end plan.”

It is illegal to dump chickens, but she has heard stories of the animals dropped anywhere from the local animal shelter to the side of the road to farm property.

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More people raising egg-layers in urban settings

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For Klimala and Schaefer, the two cull the chickens and use them for food consumption – which is what they did with the first flock.

Schaefer ordered a batch of 26 that included 20 broiler hens from a hatchery in Waterloo, Wisconsin at $2 per hen.

The difference between layer and broiler is the total weight, with layer hens topping out at four pounds, while broiler hens can go up to eight.

Schaefer cited postal service requirements, which note hatcheries require bulk shipments, and the birds need to stay warm in transit.

“Because they ship through the post office, we need a minimum order. They have to stay warm so we bought 20 broiler chicks, so they can ship them,” Schaefer said, noting an order less than six requires in person pickup.

HOW THEY STARTED AND PROPER CARE

When the two began, Schaefer constructed an eight-by-eight foot pen with recycled plywood and chicken wire, with costs estimated at less than $100.

Both acknowledged it has been relatively simple to raise the chickens properly and humanely.

“I take care of the chickens, they are very

easy to take care of,” Schaefer said.

“You take them home, put them in larger boxes, with warming lamps, change the bedding out every two days, they pretty much raise themselves,” Klimala said.

Additionally, Schaefer said noise is minimal.

“The neighbors are fine, because we only have hens, so they do not crow,” Schaefer said. “But somebody else in the neighborhood had a rooster that would crow.”

However, there are two challenging points in raising the flock of birds – winter and during peak egg production.

While chickens can survive outdoor temperatures near zero degrees, it is important to keep them dry and free of moisture to prevent frostbite.

In the winter, Klimala and Schaefer change the water and bedding more often and use heated lamps to keep them warm.

Citing bone loss during peak egg production, Schaefer and Klimala supplement the chickens diet with more calcium and proteins.

Otherwise, they buy a 50-pound bag of bird feed from agriculture stores, such as Farm and Fleet, for about $11.

BEWARE OF ORDINANCES

Some municipalities either do not allow the raising of backyard chickens or have tight restrictions, including the villages of Paddock Lake and Twin Lakes.

According to the Paddock Lake website, people have to get a permit, with a fee of $200.

In Twin Lakes, only children who are raising chickens for 4-H projects are allowed to keep the birds, according to Village Administrator Jennifer Frederick.

But it appears the trend may be moving to change those local laws.

“While many cities and municipalities have restrictions on urban poultry – or prohibit it outright – the strength and popularity of the local foods movement means that in many areas these ordinances are being reconsidered,” the UW-Extension noted.

Other municipalities with restrictions include, but are not limited to, the villages of Silver Lake and East Troy and the Town of Salem.

Town of Salem residents with properties less than two acres are prohibited from possessing chickens, however, for land more than two acres, 20 chickens are allowed.

Silver Lake does not allow chickens on property not zoned for agriculture. East Troy allows up to four chickens with a permit.

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Not your average pet store Animal House in Mukwonago stocks exotic animals and supplies

By Sharon Coyle CORRESPONDENT

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Animal House in downtown Mukwonago has exotic pet options and all the supplies needed for families looking for something a bit different. The store is open Tuesday through Sunday. For more information, find them on Facebook or call (262) 363-7387.

It’s all in a day’s work for Animal House owner Daniel Thomas who opened his business just before Christmas 2015 at the four corners in the village of Mukwonago. Thomas said he opened the business based on finding a prime location, having a unique pet store business like no other in the area and a genuine love of exotic animals. It was easy to put “two and two together” and become a business owner.

It also helped that opening a business is in his genes. His family owns the Garden Mart, just down the road on Highway 83 in Mukwonago.

Thomas has a special fondness for reptiles be it any of the skinks, geckos, lizards and snakes he offers for sale including the notable bearded dragon that is especially popular and can grow to 2 feet in length.

“Bearded dragons are docile, easy to care for and have personality,” Thomas said. He loves reptiles because “they are unique and there are such a variety.” He added he also likes more traditional pets like cats and dogs as well as birds.

Thomas also enjoys his store mascots including a tortoise named Chuck and SHARON COYLE Pet Connection Zaz, an Argentine Tegu.

Animal House owner Daniel Thomas Since opening Animal House, Thomas holds up a bearded dragon he has for has enjoyed a brisk business and is the sale in his Mukwonago exotic pet store. largest exotic pet store in a nearly 60-mile

radius. In addition to reptiles, Thomas offers bunnies, hamsters, guinea pigs, frogs, turtles, tortoises, arachnids and birds.

Costs can run from $20 for a basic reptile to around $50 for a bearded dragon. Higher end reptiles can range from $200 to $500. Other costs for the pets include housing these unique creatures in a terrarium and sometimes special lighting is required. Food can be crickets or something as simple as a fruitbased substance you mix with water.

What advice does Thomas have for a parent whose child may be ready for a unique pet that can be found at Animal House? He suggests people come in and let him help them answer a few questions like how much time can you devote to the pet and which pet is of interest to the child.

“It all depends on what you are looking to get out of the pet. We will always have a variety of animals to choose from,” he said.

Animal House, 100 Fox St., Mukwonago, is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit animalhouseexotics.wix.com/ animalhouse, find them on Facebook or call (262) 363-7387.

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On a recent March afternoon customers stopped by the Animal House exotic pet store in Mukwonago for some pet food – “live” food as in crickets to feed their beloved reptile pets. A mom checked out the animals with her son, purchased some items and commented on how often she visited Animal House.

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Rescued cats

Cat rescue volunteers are treasured members of shelter team

By Janna Burhop • CONTRIBUTOR

olunteers do not have to talk themselves into going to the cat shelter. They get up and they come. They leave work and they come. They are retired and they come.

Someone is counting on them. There is a kitten that got itself into a mess. They need to be there for it. A cat that had I.V. fluids the night before has soiled its cage.

It does not want to get urine scald. They go to work and clean that cage. Someone needs their pain meds on schedule because the last dose is wearing off. They need to be there for that cat.

A volunteer arrives and brings in a cardboard box left at the shelter door. It is duct taped shut with holes punched in the box. Another abandoned cat for an already full shelter. The cat is scared. A volunteer wraps it in a blanket and cuddles it, because that’s what it needs first.

Everyone is hungry. So they feed them. Cages are cleaned, litter boxes are scooped, bowls are filled with fresh water and shelter housekeeping is done. They do it because it is necessary. The phone rings. Someone has lost their cat outside and they are scared to death they may never find it.

A volunteer listens to the stories of how wonderful this cat is and how much they love it. The volunteer offers suggestions on ways to find the cat. They do it because they care about people as well.

Nails are clipped. Coats are brushed, toys are distributed and cats are let out for exercise and play.

The abandoned cat at the door has settled down now and asleep curled up with a teddy bear. A volunteer knocks at the door. Their arms are full with necessary purchases donated to keep the shelter and cages clean. There are treats and toys for the cats as well. They come because they are committed.

A volunteer arrives to transport cats and kittens for vet appointments. They do it because they are needed.

The phone rings on and off all day. Help is given as needed for each situation for as long as it takes. Cats are often

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Ziggy was found on a farm near Wind Lake. His eyes were so crusted shut he could not see. He had a severe upper respiratory infection and was starving because his nose was plugged and he was not able to nurse. The kitten was very underweight, boney and dirty. The rescuer bathed the kitten and put in his vehicle until the workday ended. Upon hearing the situation, Touched By A Paw demanded he not wait and bring in the kitten immediately. This saved his life.

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On a cold day in March of 2015 the morning volunteers arrived at the shelter and discovered Catalina and a kitten in a tiny cage on the dock. Both were very scared and cold. On April 6, Catalina delivered six kittens. Three of the kittens were stillborn. Two motherless kittens were found on Highway 12. Catalina accepted them as her own and began to nurse them. Her kittens have found forever homes. Catalina is sweet, loves to be brushed and loves belly rubs.

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A college student at Whitewater saw a mother cat and kittens on the walking trail on campus. She was able to grab one kitten, Jada. She brought the kitten to Touched by a Paw. We went back to trap the others but the mother had moved them already.

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A labor of love

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hanging seasons, weather conditions, old age, injury, overfeeding and other conditions can all affect the way a horse moves and bears weight comfortably.

Providing your horse a stable platform on which to carry itself is crucial to its long-term health.

Certified Journeyman Farrier Tab Pigg recommends the use of pour-in pads to provide the extra support and/or comfort that horses require as they go through life’s stages.

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How to protect pets from fleas and ticks With the arrival of long, sunny days, people and pets alike are eager to spend more time enjoying the great outdoors.

However, pet owners must be especially vigilant during the warmer months of the dangers fleas and ticks can pose to their fourlegged friends.

Flea bites can cause pets to scratch excessively, and their saliva can transfer tapeworms, while ticks can spread Lyme disease in pets and cause tick paralysis, a condition that can result in death from respiratory failure as chest muscles become paralyzed.

The following tips from the National Pest Management Association can help protect pets from fleas and ticks this summer – • After walks or playtime outside, inspect your pet thoroughly. Brush their coat to remove any debris or insects, especially if your pet has been in wooded areas or high grasses.

• Bathe dogs regularly, using a shampoo that can kill pests.

• Be on the lookout for skin irritations on your pet, such as bite marks, red, itchy skin, or excessive scratching.

• Consult with a veterinarian to determine if a preventative medicine is recommended for your pet.

• If you notice a change in your animal’s behavior, such as lack of appetite or decrease in energy, take your pet to the veterinarian ASAP. This could be a sign of Lyme disease or other health issue caused by pests.

• Wash your pet’s bedding, crate, toys, food bowls and sleeping areas on a regular basis.

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• Keep your home clean and clutter-free to deter pest infestations and make it easy to spot any pests that do find their way indoors.

Vacuum frequently and wash linens on a regular basis.

• Keep your lawn cut short, and gardens well maintained, to prevent breeding grounds for pests. Fleas and ticks often hide out in tall grasses.

• If you find a tick on your pet, remove it immediately, being careful to extract the head and mouthparts completely. If your pet has fleas, bathe them and seek the advice of a veterinarian.

For more information on fleas and ticks, or to find a pest control professional in your area, visit www.pestworld.org.

(NEWSUSA)

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The old way

Historically, it was thought that anything put under a plastic or leather pad would provide protection and support and cushion the sole. This is not always the case as these products don’t bond to the sole and therefore allow moisture and debris to enter which can cause pressure and irritation ailments. Traditional packing materials also cannot absorb concussion, which results in concussive forces being sent up the leg.

Another way An alternative to traditional pads and silicone filling is a liquid pour-in-pad made of polyurethane. It’s easy to apply, sets quickly and produces soft, resilient, supportive pad materials. In addition, with products such as those from Vettec, the pad

forms an immediate bond with the sole, sealing out moisture and debris. Also, it can be filled to ground level for maximum support and effectively absorbs shock and concussion.

It positions the weight-bearing load over the entire ground surface and not just the wall. This reduces the “pull” on the lamina between the hoof wall and internal structures, providing the needed support as the hooves acclimate to a variety of conditions.

Some of these materials can be applied to unshod feet as well, to offer the same protection and support.

Hints on hoof care • Hooves should be checked every four to eight weeks, depending on what the horse is expected to do – more often if his

gait seems off or any injuries or diseases are plaguing him.

• Don’t let her feet accumulate an excessive growth of horn, which can keep a hoof’s elastic structures from touching the ground and lead to diseased hooves.

• Trimming hooves and selecting shoes should be consistent with the amount and type of work required of the animal, the environmental conditions and the surface the horse moves on.

Learn more For more information, visit www.Vettec. com, where you can see videos about how to apply other Vettec products, and find out about nearby dealers. Or call (800) 4838832. Dealer and wholesale inquiries can go to info@Vettec.com.

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• Pour-in pads

If your pet has long hair, consider having him/her groomed in the spring and summer to help to prevent insects from latching onto the long hair and help you to spot any that do.

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ADOPT-A-PET

These lovable animals are all up for adoption and hoping you’ll give them a happy new home!

BELLA

DANIEL

Lab/Terrier mix spayed female, 3 years old

DSH Orange Tiger neutered male, 6 months

Lakeland Animal Shelter 262-723-1000

Lakeland Animal Shelter 262-723-1000

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WON-A-GO BIKING 262-363-4770 236500

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The pets listed below are available through

www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org MABEL

REGGIE

Mini Pin mix, very sweet, 4 to 5 years old

2 year old Black Lab mix Very loving soul

Please contact Tami (262) 4963552, tntranch-wojo@msn.com 236502

www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org Sponsored by:

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DUKE

Julie (224) 688-9782 or dogcrazy623@comcast.net www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org 236504

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Long haired, male Dachshund 4-1/2 years old

Please contact Linda at (262) 716-1934 www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org

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Sponsored by:

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OSCAR

Male, Border Collie/Mix Black & white, friendly, big boy

PAX

Taken in when his family moved & left him behind. 2 yrs. old, neutered, UTD

Please call Vic at (262) 496-9324 www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org Sponsored by:

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Please contact Vicki text or call (262) 496-9324 www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org

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236505

SAKE & SCOTCH

Pekingese boys are looking for a home together. Extremely bonded, need to remain together.

Contact Vic at (262) 496-9324 www.tinypawssmalldogrescue.org Sponsored by:

236508

PET BATH & BEYOND • 815-546-7387

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every last homeless dog.”

Every year, despite increased public awareness, puppy mills continue to produce dogs for retail sale. Consumer demand drives this supply – people want animals of a certain breed or size, creating the demand mills fill. Yet adoptable shelter pets could easily fulfill this demand, too – at a lower cost to families and more humanely for the animals.

“Everyone has the ability to help turn this situation around,” Oreck says. “If every person who’s thinking of buying a puppy online or from a pet store this year would instead choose to adopt from a shelter or rescue group, puppy mills would see demand dry up. Eventually, shelters would see their supply of homeless animals dwindle, too.”

The animal advocates at Best Friends offer these tips for how you can help change the supply-and-demand equation in the animal industry –

Buyer beware If you are intent on purchasing a specific

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Have your pets spayed or neutered, and always keep an ID tag on your pet, or have him microchipped so that if he ever gets lost, he can be returned to you.

breed of dog, do your homework about the dog’s origins before you buy to be sure you are not purchasing a puppy from a mill.

Beware of websites that sell dogs, especially if they say they’re willing to ship the animal to you. Ads that list several breeds of puppies for sale should raise a red flag.

Pet lemon law If, despite your best efforts, you find you’ve bought a sick puppy, and the seller is not cooperating, check to see if your state has a pet lemon law. To help prevent this sad event from happening to others, alert the Better Business Bureau, your state

• Touched by a paw rescued over the phone by solutions given to owners who otherwise though their situation was hopeless. They do it because every cat is important to them.

A call comes in from a policeman that a cat has been hit by a car. It is laying on the side of the road, alive but injured.

A volunteer, who already has been at the shelter all day and ready to go home to their family, doesn’t hesitate to go to the scene, get the cat and meet a Vet after hours so the cat can get immediate emergency vet care. They do it because they are capable.

They come because they know that every aspect of volunteering at the shelter, whether major or minor all comes together for one purpose, to keep the cats and kittens healthy, happy, loved and safe during the time they wait to be adopted.

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They come because they are not sick, they weren’t hit by a car, they are not sad because their owner lost or abandoned them to fend for themselves, or they were living in a hoarder situation with 40 other cats, and hairballs are going through their digestive system okay and they don’t need any shots today.

Somebody on the other hand, needs them. So they get up and they come. They leave work and they come. They are retired and they come. They can … so they do.

Janna Burhop is the owner of Touched

By A Paw Cat Rescue and Shelter, 182 W. Main St., Whitewater. The shelter is open from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and weekdays by appointment. For more information, to donate, or to volunteer call (262) 473-4769 or visit www. touchedbyapaw.org.

attorney general, and local animal control agency. If your puppy has American Kennel Club registration papers, you can also file a complaint with the AKC about the breeder.

Do your part to reduce shelter animal population “The simple economics of supply and demand are key to ending the tragedy of puppy mills and shelter killing,” Oreck says. “Puppy mills are in business because people are buying what they’re selling. If Americans seeking pets would simply opt to adopt, rather than buy, we truly could save them all.”

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one for the length and thickness of your pet’s coat. If your pet has long hair, it will need daily brushing; for shorter-haired pets, groom them at least once a week. If you decide to clip your dog’s coat, invest in a good pair of dog grooming clippers and follow the instructions that come with it.

Dr. Wiles says you’ll also need to regularly clean your pet’s teeth, trim their nails (ask your vet to show you how to do this) and wipe their eyes if they’re dirty or tearstained.

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Adopt a pet from your local animal shelter Best Friends has a huge, searchable directory of pets available for adoption, including Best Friends locations, local partnering rescue groups and shelters, plus AdoptAPet.com.

Here you will find photos, videos, information about adoptable animals, and the location and contact information for adopting them. Visit the Best Friends website for a list of pet stores that offer rescued dogs for adoption. You can also use the Internet to look up a breed-specific rescue group in your area.

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