The Furry Cookie Sept/Oct 2013

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As always, our cover models were a joy to work with this month. It is such a great opportunity to be able to work with the local pets on such a personal level. They come to us- or we go to them- but we always try to make sure the pets are in their element. From this issues cover, you can tell that Bleu and Bree are clearly in their element! We decided to do a last minute fashion-inspired issue, and I do have to say, I’m glad things worked out the way they did. The handsome and wellknown Ecco D’Oro earned the cover this month, but as a part of his pack’s generous “Random Acts of Kindness Monday,” his owner, Amy Hines, handed the cover over to the second runner-up, who was both Bleu and Bree. It is an honor to work with such a caring network of animal lovers.

If any of you are like me, you cannot wait for fall and this year, I’ve been anticipating it much more than usual. There is just something about those clear, starry nights, crisp air, vibrant colors, and the smell of spices. Like all seasons, fall is a time for change. The transition from season to season is a truly amazing thing if you really take the time to enjoy it. Sometimes our lives are so chaotic that the saying “stop and smell the roses” may seem like nothing more than a line taken straight out of a fairy tale. Much like the season transitions, these changes also occur in our everyday lives and can often open doors and close others.

You may have noticed that our cover reads “Sept/Oct” rather than “September.” We have also gone through many changes.

As a company, we have found it in our best interest to become a bi-monthly publication. These changes are not only good for us, but good for our volunteers, supporters, and our advertisers.

While having a new magazine every month is exciting, not everyone has the schedule to contribute on our crunched deadlines every month; a bi-monthly magazine will allow more time for stories to be written and for events to be covered. We are also proud to announce that we will also be doing give-aways each issue! Our cover model photo contest deadlines will be changing as well, so please see the inside back cover for more details. Through our readers, we are reminded everyday that the magazine is an asset to the community. Thank you for helping us grow.

I wish you all a very happy fall and we will see you again in November!

-Amber

Who’s On the Cover?

Fashion Shopping Guide!

Inside the Cover Model’s Closet

RESCUE SPOTLIGHT: Chesapeake Humane Society FEATURED BREED: Irish Wolfhound Dog Days of Summer at Press 626

Natural Household Cleaners Safe for Pets The Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth Adoption Event

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SEPT/OCT 2013 Vol. 1 Issu. 4 For Pet Lovers in HamPton roads

Her Majesty Bree-Bree Elizabeth and Lady BleuBleu Hopper are 2 ½-year-old Imperial Shih Tzus, who allow the Stafford family to live with them. These girls were adopted from Dianne's Little Paws in Richmond, Virginia and were so wonderful and full of personality that the Staffords adopted their brother, Sir Bosworth Waterhouse Redman as well, who is featured on the local pet page. Bleu and Bree also have two more siblings- an Olde English Bulldogge, Bella and their handicap rescued Chihuahua, Fritzy.

Majesty Bree lives up to her name. She loves to be dressed to the hilt and have her hair done.

In fact, she doesn’t even like to leave the house unless she is dressed. Bree is the Queen of the house and keeps all her brothers and sisters in line. Her hobbies are long walks, going bye-bye in the car with her dad and hanging out on her Uncle Mike’s desk when she goes to work with mommy.

Bree-Bree Elizabeth and Lady Bleu-Bleu Hopper

Bleu is a loving happy little girl. She earned her name Bleu-Bleu Hopper because when she is excited she barks and hops around like a bunny rabbit. Bleu is the mommy figure of the house.

Her hobbies are licking your face until you can’t breathe, and lying next to her mom on the arm rest while she is on the computer or watching TV.

These girls are treated like royalty. They received their Debutante (obedience) training from Lisa Wu, who works at Owl Creek Puppy Daycare and Pet Hotel. Their teeth and health are looked after by Dr. Cooke in Chesapeake. To keep the royal look up, they go to Doggie Stylin' in Virginia Beach weekly for their spa treatments.

Grooming and painted nails are just a couple of the pampering things they get while they are there. They have hundreds of clothes and accessories which are bought locally and online.

Their mommy even makes doggy jewelry for them and others.

Jim and Regina say that these girls have healed their hearts after losing four long-term rescues in one year. They feel so blessed to have them in their lives; they can’t help but spoil them.

They want to thank The Furry Cookie Magazine and Ecco for this opportunity to share their little royals with everyone.

Cover dresses and hair done by Princess Fur Fashions and Doggie Stylin'.

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Adopt An Animal, Save A Life Nina

Nina is a sweet, 8-yearold, spayed Pit Bull mix who loves to give kisses and snack on hot dog treats! A sweet donor has paid for Nina’s entire adoption fee, so come meet her at the VBSPCA!

Clarissa This is Clarissa, the 5-yearold, spayed, Tuxedo Cat who loves people and LOVES to be brushed! I will need a dental cleaning upon adoption, but I would love to meet you at the VBSPCA!

Socks

At two years old, I am an affectionate girl. I ended up in the shelter because my previous owner lost his home and couldn’t keep me. I would greatly appreciate a second chance at a forever home.

Shelly I love giving kisses and sitting in everyone’s lap. I’m 3-years-old and HW+, but I’m getting the treatment I need to fully recover. I would love a second chance and for you to adopt me!

Balta

Oops! You know what they say about rabbits. Yep, my former owners had two rabbits at home, which quickly became eight rabbits!

That won’t be your problem because I’ll be neutered before I go home!

Dexter I’m Dexter, a cheerful chap who loves a good romp with my canine friends. I’m a mature fellow and Golden Paws Senior Program makes my adoption fee just half-price!

CJ Meet C.J., the 5-year-old, spayed DSH cat! She loves other cats and is extremely affectionate. She needs a dental cleaning upon adoption, but a wonderful volunteer has covered that fee! Come see her at the VBSPCA!

Buddy Buddy is a 6-yearold, neutered male available for adoption at the VBSPCA! He is housebroken, likes older kids, and even enjoys the company of some dogs!

To adopt or for more information on the animals above please contact: Virginia Beach SPCA 757.427.0070 www.vbspca.com 2 The Furry Cookie |Sept/Oct 2013

Ritz

I’m a 4-year-old lady looking for a place to call my own. I have been through some “ruff” times, so an experienced owner would be best. Be patient and I will become your best friend.

Kaytee I’m an adorable 1-yearold Harlequin rabbit (that refers to my brindle color). I am intelligent, friendly and outgoing. I am good with kids and would be very loving in a home of my own!

Kilmer

The cool folks at the Norfolk Adoption Center named me Kilmer. I’m two years old, full of good vibes with a laid-back humor. If you would like to kick back with me, give me a shout.

Sushi My name is Sushi and in my mere three years, I’ve already loved and lost, so I plan to take it slow this time around. I still believe in love. Do you?

To adopt or for more information on To adopt or for more information on the animals above please contact: the animals above please contact: Norfolk SPCA Norfolk Animal Care and 757.622.3319 Adoption Center www.norfolkspca.com 757.441.5505 www.norfolk.gov

calendar Sept/Oct September 3, 2013 Dog Swim Day 3pm-7pm South Beach Apartments 400 Eden Roc Circle, Virginia Beach, VA www.southbeachvb.com

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September 6 – 8, 2013 2nd Annual Summer Splashdown at Hampton Bay Days Hosted by: Tidewater DockDogs 600 Settlers Landing Rd, Downtown Hampton, VA www.dockdogs.com September 8, 2013 2nd Annual Passion for Paws Picnic & Wine Tasting 12pm-4pm River Stone Chophouse 8032 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA www.suffolkhumanesociety.com September 8, 2013 1st Annual Pet Memorial Lantern Ceremony 6:30pm-8pm Pembroke Meadows Recreation Center 4292 Pembroke Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA www.Hrvethospice.com Free event: Optional donation to the VBSPCA RSVP to reserve your lantern!

757.474.5968 | Hrvethospice@gmail.com September 14, 2013 5th Annual Dogs Gone Swimming 11:30am Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center 7300 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA www.friendsofnacc.com

September 22, 2013 Paws for a Cause Dog Walk & 5K Fun Run 12pm – 4pm Mariner’s Museum Park 100 Museum Dr, Newport News, VA www.peninsulaspca.com September 25, 2013 The Amazing Corn Dog Adoption Event and Fundraiser!

10pm – 2pm Presented by Give. Treat. Love and Bergey’s Farm 2207 Mt. Pleasant Rd, Chesapeake, VA www.givetreatlove.com October 5, 2013 Bark For Life of Virginia Beach 1pm American Cancer Society Office 4416 Expressway Dr, Virginia Beach, VA October 5, 2013 5K Doggy Dash and 1-mile Puppy Trot 6pm Chesapeake City Park 900 Greenbrier Rd, Chesapeake, VA www.chesapeakehumane.org October 5, 2013 7th Annual Olde Towne Fall Crawl 4pm-10pm Olde Towne, Downtown Portsmouth, VA www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org October 6, 2013 Bark in the Park Fun Fest 12pm-5pm Chesapeake City Park 900 Greenbrier Rd, Chesapeake, VA www.chesapeakehumane.org Suggested donation at entrance: $2 Contests: $3 for one, $5 for two, or $6 for three Radar Run: $3/run or $5 for two runs

September 20, 2013 10th Annual Bailey’s Bucket Golf Tournament Lunch and Registration: 12pm Heron Ridge Golf Club 2973 Heron Ridge Dr, Virginia Beach, VA www.hopeforliferescue.com

October 10, 2013 Hampton Roads Pet Loss Support Group Meeting 6pm Main Library 4207 Victoria Blvd, Hampton, VA www.HRvethospice.com

September 17, 2013 Hampton Roads Pet Loss Support Group Meeting 6pm Central Library 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA www.HRvethospice.com

October 20, 2013 35th Annual Walk for the Animals & 5K Run 31st Street Park 31st Street and the Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA www.vbspca.com

September 19, 2013 12th Annual Puttin’ for Paws Charity Golf Tournament Range Opens: 12pm Tournament Begins: 1pm Cypress Point Country Club 5340 Club Head Rd, Virginia Beach, VA www.vbspca.com The tournament will fill up this year so make sure to register early!

For questions, call 757.427.0070 ext.111 or email events@vbspca.com

October 20, 2013 2nd Annual Zombie Run 5k VA 2013 2pm Lone Star Lakes Park 102 Bob House Parkway, Suffolk, VA www.zombierunva.com October 26 - 27, 2013 Fur Ball Gala Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel 777 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org

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contents Events Sept/Oct 2013

06 Applebee’s Staff Give Back to Suffolk Humane Society

Volume 1, Number 4

Publisher Amber Barrack

13 The Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth Adoption Event

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Creative Director John C. Trimmer

29 Drop Dead Photography’s 2nd Annual Fundraiser for PHS

Account Managers Catherine Peck Jessica Drake

31 The Muttdonna Dinner for Meowterial Girls

Cover Model Photography Polightly Rude Productions

Editorial

09 It’s a Great Time to Get to Know Your Neighbor’s Pets

Cover Model Bleu and Bree Distribution Amber Barrack Catherine Peck Garner Deel John C. Trimmer

11 In Good Hands: The Value of Seeing a Surgical Specialist

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16 Inside the Cover Model’s Closet 18 Fashion Shopping Guide 28 Natural Household Cleaners Safe for Pets

Contributing Writers Amber Barrack Amy Reid Dassler Beth Mundy Catherine Peck Jill Petrosillo Lauren Lee Pamela Johnson

30 Hampton Roads Pet Cremation Services Frequently Asked Questions

Highlights

01 Who’s On the Cover?

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Contributing Photography Beth Mundy Lauren Lee Linda Vetter Rob Blizard Wendy Carter The Furry Cookie Magazine is published bi-monthly and distributed around the Hampton Roads area at select pet stores, grooming salons, coffee shops, medical offices, animal shelters, veterinary clinics, “mom and pop” restaurants, boarding facilities, hospitals, and natural pet food stores.

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02 Adoptable Animals 03 Calendar- September/October 2013 08 Bird: Preventing Seed Moth Infestations 12 Health: Aromatherapy- Benefiting Dogs 14 Local Pets 15 Kids Korner: Back to School 19 Small Animal: Hamster Tooth Care

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20 Featured Breed: Irish Wolfhound 22 Training: Give Your Dog a Job

The Furry Cookie Magazine ©2013 by Amber Barrack. All rights reserved. The Furry Cookie Magazine LLC and Amber Barrack do not endorse nor assume financial responsibility for products or services advertised or featured. No portion of this magazine may be reprinted or reproduced without the written consent of the publisher. www.furrycookiemag.com

27 Dog Days of Summer at Press626

24 Rescue Spotlight: Chesapeake Humane Society 26 Treat Recipes: An Apple a Day! 30 Pet Memorials

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31 Reptile: Getting to Know the Bearded Dragon 32 Rescue Directory

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Photography by: Linda Vetter, Suffolk Humane Society volunteer

Applebee's stAff Gives bAck to suffolk HumAne society Tuesday, August 6, area directors and general managers from Applebee's restaurants across the region gathered at the Suffolk Humane Society office to volunteer landscaping services.

Despite the rainy weather, the team put in a full day of work trimming bushes, planting flowers, pulling weeds, pruning trees, laying down mulch, and edging flower beds with beautiful landscaping stones. A special thank you to all who participated!

Not only does volunteering strengthen the community, it brings people together, promotes personal growth, saves resources, and encourages civic responsibility. The best part- at the end of the day, you can go home knowing that you are doing good for others and giving back to your community.

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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Preventing Seed Moth Infestations As a bird owner, it is safe to say that spotting seed moths may be a common occurrence in your home. The moths you see flying around are actually at the last stage in their life cycle- their main mission is to mate and lay eggs, which are laid in or near a source of food, such as bird seed, flour and grains.

The seed moth (also known as the pantry moth, the flour moth, and the grain moth) is not dangerous to you, your family, or your pets- however, they are very annoying to have around; just a few moths can quickly begin an infestation. These moths can sometimes be hiding in bird seed that you purchase from pet stores and are likely to leave the seed and infest your pantry. An adult moth is small, about three-eighth of an inch long with an overall body color that is generally gray with rusty brown or bronze-colored wings. Larvae are cream-colored with dark brown heads and reach about two-thirds of an inch in length.

The Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary cordially invites you to our 14th annual fashion show and luncheon. Champagne reception starts at 11:00am and the luncheon will start at noon.

Plan to join us at the Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference Center in Williamsburg for an afternoon of fashions by Doncaster, fabulous food, exciting silent auction & raffle items and amazing stories of our animals.

Reservations $45 per person.

Proceeds will support the important work Heritage Humane Society does for the companion animals in our community.

Corporate tables and sponsorships are available. Please contact us if your business is interested in becoming a sponsor.

For more information, visit www.heritagehumanesociety.org

Flour moth traps can safely be used in your home as a means of pest control.

However, to prevent infestations in the first place, the best method is to freeze any newly bought bag of bird seed. Freezing the seed overnight will kill any moths and moth larvae. Be sure to keep the thawed seed in a sealed air-tight container to prevent any future infestations.

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It’s a Great Time to Get to Know Your Neighbor's Pets

Story by Catherine Peck

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ate on a recent Thursday night, my husband walked inside our

have a vacation weekend with four other dogs swimming and chasing tennis balls.

bedroom and presented me with a unique scenario. “Babe, what would you do if you were walking the dogs and a friendly beagle

The entire incident reminded me of how our foster dog loves to

with no collar followed you almost in the apartment?” I had just

dart out the door and how we are lucky that we catch him the way

brushed my teeth and was already fantasizing about counting

that we do. Kratos is from the Portsmouth Humane Society and is

sheep when he asked this question, but by the time I formulated an

a husky mix. He loves to run out the door whenever he can. Luckily,

answer, my clothes from the day were being put back on and I was

he loves people and is very friendly and so when he does escape,

grabbing a leash.

he will run up to the first person he sees. He has even run into a neighbor’s apartment.

Sure enough, a petite female was trotting around our parking lot, happy as could be. Being that it was about 1 a.m., we were on a

We are fortunate that we live in a dog-friendly community and our

mission to bring her in our home and deal with the identification of

neighbors recognize our dogs. Belle looked like someone’s dog,

the houseguest in the morning. I was able to lure her to me with wet

and I was smart enough to make signs and put them around our

food, and then a neighbor getting out of her car sealed the deal with

neighborhood and call our leasing office. Low and behold, she lives

some kisses. This dog loved strangers, which was another reason we

in our apartment complex.

wanted her safe in our home- no Craigslist sales on my watch!

But not everyone is so lucky. Pets get out all the time and all too “Birdie” (we began calling her “Lady” which turned into “Ladybird”

often people turn a blind eye, think it is not their problem, are too

and then morphed again into “Birdie”) settled right into our home,

afraid to help, or maybe just don’t know what to do when they see a

playing with our dog and foster dog like she had lived there the

stray. The least we can do to look out for each other is just keep an

whole time. Four hours of sleep later, I took her straight to my vet’s

eye out. Not everyone thinks of their pets as their children, but more

office where I discovered that she had no microchip- my day had

and more people do. When you get to know a neighbor, get to

just gotten longer. I called our leasing office to ask if anyone had

know their pet as well. They will appreciate it and the animal will too.

reported their beagle missing because by the look of her clean ears and nicely trimmed nails, this had to be someone’s beloved pet.

My husband and two dogs had plans to go out of town and so Birdie had to go with us. We were not leaving her, and with no microchip, we were not taking her to the shelter. Luckily, about two hours into our road trip, the leasing office called and I was connected with Birdie- who is really Belle’s- owners. Belle got to The Furry Cookie | Sept/Oct 2013

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In Good Hands: The Value of Seeing a Surgical Specialist By: Amy Reid Dassler, Practice Coordinator, Bay Area Veterinary Surgery Despite the changing landscape of healthcare, many of us are fortunate to have a relationship with a primary care physician or family practice group. When my daughter, who had been dancing for 14 years, began experiencing pain in her hip, our first trip was to our family doctor. After an an appointment and evaluation of her hip, our doctor referred her to an orthopedic sports medicine specialist for further evaluation. From there, she was seen by an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in surgical procedures of the hip, specifically, torn cartilage of the hip.

While it was surprising to learn of this particular surgeon’s expertise, it also was comforting to know our daughter would be in the hands of someone with training specific to her condition.

While areas of veterinary medicine are not quite as defined as human medicine, the profession has become increasingly specialized. As a pet owner, you most likely have a relationship with a family veterinarian who provides routine care and wellness exams.

All veterinarians may perform surgery as part of their veterinary practice, but if your pet develops a condition or has an injury that requires advanced care or procedures, your family veterinarian may refer you to a veterinary surgical specialist. A true surgical specialist is not simply a veterinarian who prefers surgery or has decided to concentrate only on doing surgery, but is a veterinarian who is board-certified in surgery.

A board-certified veterinary surgeon must complete a 1-year internship followed by a 3-year residency program that meets guidelines established by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS). Much as in human medicine, there are specific training requirements that must be met during a veterinary surgical residency. In addition to these requirements, applicants must perform research that is published in a scientific journal and then pass a rigorous examination to earn board certification and the title “Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.”

Surgery on the soft tissues of the body can be used to address and treat a broad range of medical conditions, including procedures to correct malformations, abnormalities in blood supply, wound management, obstructions, and congenital problems. Surgical oncology is often used to manage a wide variety of different cancer types and includes removal of cancers as well as reconstruction of tissues affected by either surgery or radiation treatment.

Neurosurgery is performed to treat structural disorders of the brain, spinal cord or peripheral nerves. Conditions of the nervous system also will have an impact on patient mobility and can be difficult to distinguish from other soft tissue or orthopedic problems. A surgical specialist is trained to carefully evaluate a patient and obtain appropriate diagnostics to ensure that proper treatment is being performed. Diagnostics commonly necessary to correctly identify neurological problems involve advanced imaging techniques such as Myelography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT).

While traditional surgery involves visualizing and working on internal structures through relatively large incisions, minimally invasive surgical techniques have evolved to permit visualizing and working on internal structures using magnification and smaller instruments.

Advantages include: smaller incisions, less trauma, less patient discomfort, improved examination of structures, faster recoveries, and shorter hospitalization times.

Advances in the field of veterinary medicine have increased our options and complicated our choices when it comes to providing care for our animal companions. By partnering with your family veterinarian, an ACVS board-certified specialist can provide the highest level of care for your pet and explain to you every available option for treatment. It is important to note that board-certified surgeons work closely with your family veterinarian before and after surgery to ensure continuity of care for your pet and a cooperative approach to case management. If surgery is recommended, you can feel confident knowing your pet is in the hands of a surgeon with specific training for your pet’s condition.

ACVS Diplomates not only have advanced training in surgical procedures, but also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that may not be available to your primary veterinarian.

An ACVS board-certified specialist is trained in all levels of surgery, including orthopedic, soft-tissue, oncologic, neurosurgery, and minimally-invasive surgery.

Many orthopedic conditions are complex and can have a diverse range of presentations, making them difficult to diagnose without advanced training. Orthopedic procedures are designed to treat problems with structures of the muscles, tendons, bones, ligaments and joints that will lead to improved function, reduced long-term arthritis, and less patient discomfort.

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Aromatherapy: Benefiting Dogs The therapeutic benefits of essential oils are not just for people. Your dog can enjoy aromatherapy just as much as you do. Not only does aromatherapy soothe and calm a dog's senses, it also promotes many physical and emotional benefits.

Physical Benefits:

Emotional Benefits:

Flea and tick control Natural insect repellent First aid for minor cuts and skin irritation Relieves itching Eases rheumatism and arthritic pain Enhances hearing, sight, and cognitive ability Encourage appetite

Mood enhancement Promotes relaxation Relieves anxiety Revives energy Encourage mental alertness Enhances peace and calmness Reduces stress

A dogs sense of smell is at least 50 times better than ours. Therefore, they experience an immediate reaction when exposed to essential oils. It is important to find out if your dog likes a specific smell before using any essential oils for therapy. Before offering any essential oils to your dog, make sure you dilute them very well and always allow him to guide you on the application. Be patient and respect your dogs decision on choosing smells.

Important Tips: • Use medical-grade essential oils. Oils purchased from the local drug store are most likely a low-grade, poor quality oil.

• Always dilute the oils before use.

• Do NOT give oils internally.

• Gradually introduce oils.

• Do NOT use oils on any puppies under ten weeks old. Hydrosols are a much better choice.

• Never use oils near the eyes, mouth, nose, or genital area.

• When introducing oils to cats, it is best to consult with your veterinarian first, as many cats react badly to certain oils.

Medical-grade essential oil labels should contain: • Scientific name of the oil • Common name of the oil • Country of origin • How the oil was extracted • Method of cultivation (wild harvested, organic, etc) • The words “100% pure essential oil”

Safe essential oils for dogs: • Cedarwood Atlas • Chamomile • Eucalyptus • Ginger • Lavender • Myrrh • Ravensare • Rose • Valerian

(Please research these oils more before using. As a dog owner, it is your responsibility to know what your dog can and cannot handle. Not all dogs react the same to certain oils) 12 The Furry Cookie | Sept/Oct 2013

The Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth Adoption Event

The Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth held an adoption event July 20, 2013 at Whoopi's Self-Service Doggie Salon located at 1137 Independence Blvd in Virginia Beach. To raise money for the rescue, they had a cute lemonade stand set up outside which brought tons of traffic! Great Dane lovers from all over Hampton Roads stopped by to cool off from the summer heat with a refreshing glass of lemonade and bonded over their love of this fantastic breed. The Great Dance Rescue of the Commonwealth also brought adoptable dogs that got to mingle with not only visitors but also some of the rescue group's alumni. Some of the dogs even beat the heat by getting all spruced up with a relaxing bath! The adoption event was a complete success and they ended up raising tons of money which will go to helping more Great Danes in need!

Photography and Story by: Lauren Lee and Beth Mundy

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Sheba

Sammy

Roxy and Bailey

Ecco D’Oro

Willie

Bella

Bambi

Doo Doo Brown

Bodie

Madison and Maya

BayLee

Bosworth Berkley

Chase

Local Pets!

Mia Spruce

Kaiser

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Kids Korner Back to school Word Search: PLAYGROUND

BOOKS

TEACHERS

WRITING

QUIZ

LEARNING

READING

CRAYONS

Color Me!

Nature Scavenger Hunt Circle Shaped Rock Acorn Something fuzzy Something rough Something straight 3 types of leaves 2 pieces of litter Something that makes noise Pinecone 2 different seeds Chewed leaf A tiny wildflower Something warm from the sun A chirping bird A fish A feather A plant with thorns A stick shaped like a letter

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Inside the Closet of the Cover Models It's time to throw open the closet doors of our cover models, Bleu and Bree!

Some of the attire shown is purchased locally. Bleu and Bree's special occasion dresses are custom fits designed by Princess Fur Fashions (cover photo dresses) and Bella's Prissy Puppie Boutique. Other designers featured are Lulu Pink, Wag-a-tude, Pup Crew, Smoochie Pooch, Top Paw, Martha Stewart, Bret Michaels, MDU's Closet, Zack & Zoey, and Cha-Cha Couture.

The girls sport custom bows designed by Vals Bows. On a budget?

Check out the baby department of your local Walmart or department store.

Bleu and Bree's jewelry is designed by Regina Stafford of BB's Doggy Boutique, which can be found on Facebook. BB's Doggy Boutique designs one of a kind necklaces and bracelets, and are usually designed to match an outfit or special occasion. Designs range from glamor to cutesy. Other jewelry featured is made by local designer, Annette Reynolds of Unique Beaded Beauties, found on Etsy.

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"Coming to a driveway near you" Everything is done right there at the convenience of your own home!This reduces a lot of anxiety and stress of sitting in a kennel all day. Most grooms are completed within one hour or less.

Our state of the art Mobile Pawlor is totally self contained, which means we supply everything including water and electric. We are able to accommodate large and senior dogs as well, and did I mention we do CATS too?! Call and reserve your appointment today!

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Handmade nautical leashes and collars for all size dogs Looking for something unique and different? Is your dog as salty as you are? Do you want something practical and made of extremely high quality materials? Then this is it...

The Fair Lead: Hand made with the strongest marine grade materials - ready to hold up to the toughest pup! Extremely comfortable soft leather handle - making walking your dog an absolute pleasure. All leashes have a marine grade bronze swivel snap clip to securely attach to your dog, which will not rust - important as we all know where the salty dogs always end up! They also have a bronze ring attached to handle, for poop bags, keys, or to clip the leash to itself over your shoulder when your dog is playing off the leash.

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The ATLANTIS Collection (Limited Edition) Gorgeous Jewel Tones for Fall K9 Just in CASE pet bandanas are have a pocket on one side to carry a plastic bag just in CASE! These bandanas are designed to carry household bags.

Recycle grocery bags, bread bags, newspaper bags, etc. for refills!

K9 Just in CASE bandanas are reversible so both sides are the “right” side. They can be worn pocket side up with the label showing, folded over at the top for an extra jazzy look or simply one side at a time to double your pup’s fashion choices.

Available in Tie-On & Over-the-Collar styles • Machine Washable • Proudly made in the USA

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Naturally Crabby •

There are over 500 species of hermit crab found in marine habitats all around the world.

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Hermit crabs are actually not hermits; they are very social creatures.

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Because they breathe through gills, hermit crabs must have moist air to survive.

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Hermit crabs are invertebrates (no internal skeleton).

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A hermit crab is born without a shell. To protect its soft abdomen, the crab is forced to find empty shells from sea snails to maintain protection from predators. As hermit crabs grow, they find larger shells to live in.

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Hamster Tooth Care Rodents are characterized by a single pair of incisors in both upper and lower jaws. Because hamsters are rodents, they share this distinctive trait.

Unlike many other animal species, baby hamsters are born with a full set of teeth and keep the same set throughout their entire life. These teeth continuously grow and are naturally worn down by gnawing.

There are many different ways to care for a hamsters teeth. Offering hard treats, fresh vegetation, and wooden gnawing toys will help keep their teeth filed down.

Hamsters should have their teeth checked often. A broken incisor, misaligned, or overgrown tooth could make a hamster very ill, as it will struggle to eat properly. If you are concerned that there many be any issues with your hamsters teeth, have your veterinarian take a look.

Things to Offer: • Cardboard (free of glue, tape and ink)

• Wooden chew toys from the store • Salt blocks • Dog biscuits • Fresh vegetation

Signs of Bad Teeth: • Broken teeth • Uneven teeth • Curled teeth • Lack of appetite • Gum ulceration • Facial swelling • Halitosis

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{Featured Breed}

Irish Wolfhound HISTORY The Irish Wolfhound is presumed to have originated from the “Cu,” a large shaggy-coated hound used for hunting wolves, elk and wild boar in Ireland. While there is much debate over the precise lineage of the Irish Wolfhound, many experts believe that they were brought to the British Isles by Phoenician sea-traders some 3,000 years ago.

For centuries, only nobility were allowed to own the Irish Wolfhound.

These beautiful beasts were a popular gift between rulers and often arrived adorning chains and collars of silver and gold. In 391 A.D., Roman consul Aurelius received seven Irish Wolfhounds as gifts from Ireland. These dogs immediately gained fame for their imposing stature and amazing ability to fight wild animals in arena sports.

This breed was cherished for their immense hunting skills; especially in chasing down wolves, giant Irish elk, and working in packs. In fact, the Irish Wolfhound was so good at its job that by the 18th century, they were no longer needed because they had hunted Britain and Ireland’s wolves to extinction, ultimately decreasing the breed down to staggering numbers. At this time, the Irish Wolfhounds were kept by only a few families as ornamental dogs and rarely ever worked in the field.

In 1862, a Scotsman in the British Army, Captain George Augustus Graham, managed to obtain some of the few remaining Wolfhounds and cross-bred them with the Scottish Deerhound, the Tibetan Borzoi, a Pyrenean Wolfhound, and a Great Dane. Working tirelessly for 23 years, Graham revived the breed that is now recognized as the modern Irish Wolfhound.

Place of Origin: Ireland Family: Sighthound Original Purpose: Coursing wolves and elk Today's Purpose: Lure coursing Life Span: 6 - 8 years Temperament: Patient, kind, very intelligent, unconditionally loyal, affectionate, very gentle, easy going, courageous, calm, dignified, and friendly.

Height: Weight:

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Males- 34 - 37 inches Females- 32 - 34 inches Male: 130 to 200 pounds Female: 105 to 120 pounds

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4. Long and slightly curved tail. Moderate thickness and well covered with hair.

5. Feet moderately large and round; toes close, well arched.

6. Coat is rough and shaggy on body, legs and head; wiry and long over eyes, and under jaw.

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9. The neck is long, strong and well arched.

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Colors: Red, grey, fawn, black, white, and brindle Health Concerns Von Willebrand’s Disease (vWD), progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), canine hip dysplasia (CHD), osteosarcoma, osteochondritis dissecans (OCD), cadiomyopathy, liver shunt, elbow dysplasia, and megaesophagus

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{Training} Many think that you have to do sports that stimulate a dogs instinct to be able to give your dog a job. The truth is that it does not matter if you live in a house, on a farm, or in an apartment. You can find a job for your dog! Trust me, if you do not give your dog a job, he will create his own. Chances are you will not like your dogs job ideas, which usually consist of barking at people or things passing by, chewing up your furniture, going through your laundry basket of dirty clothes, getting on the counter tops, digging in the trash, or destroying your favorite pair of shoes. These “behavior problems” could simply be avoided if the owners gave their dog acceptable jobs to do. You might be thinking, “what kind of job could I possibly give my dog?” Well, the answer is simple!

When you are out of the house and your dog is home alone…

Try feeding your dog his breakfast by taking the kibble and hiding it around the house. Dogs love to find things and this is a great way to stimulate his mind.

If you do not usually feed your dog breakfast, then you could hide a few of his favorite toys or acceptable chew bones around the house.

There are some amazing food dispensing toys out on the market right now that allow you to put dog food or treats inside the toy and the dog has to knock the toy around with his nose or paws

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to get the treats out. This is a challenge for the dog, stimulates their mind, and helps them work off some energy they might have stored up.

Hiding stuffed Kongs is another fun thing to do. You can make it more interesting for your dog by stuffing the Kong with different things. Maybe one day the Kong is stuffed with peanut butter and the next day it is stuffed with cream cheese. Get creative with the hiding spots; don’t hide the items in the same spot, and challenge the dog by hiding the item in difficult places.

When you are home and you want to give your dog something to do… train your dog to do a trick. This is a fun job and it is a win-win for the human and dog. The dog gets to earn yummy treats or toy rewards and what a sense of accomplishment for the human.

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Take your dog to class to learn a dog sport. Dog sports are a fun way for humans and canines to bond and enjoy each others company. In addition, he will be tired from all that learning.

Play recall games with your dog. My favorite one is hide-n-seek recalls, where I hide and then call my dogs to me. They have to run around and find me. Once they find me they all get a treat or get to play tug with me.

If you are busy and want your dog to just chill out, you can give him a yummy chew bone. I love to use antlers, bully sticks, and stuffed frozen Kongs, but there are literally a ton of different types of chew bones.

Take your dog for an exploration walk to sniff bushes and check out the environment.

Sometimes I will hide things (tennis balls or treats) as my dog is distracted and then get excited when they find the items I hid. Sometimes they will find cool sticks, pine cones, and balls that were dropped by other dogs (woo-hoo, score).

Go on a hike! If you have a really energetic dog, you can get a backpack for him and make it his job to carry the water bottles. I would only put one on each side to even out the weight.

Teach your dog to find, fetch, and bring you things such as the TV remote, your keys, slippers, get the clicker, and anything else you might want.

If he loves people, consider training him to become a Therapy Dog and take him to hospitals, rest homes, and to visit children at schools.

The ideas are endless as to what jobs you can give your dog.

The more you teach them, the less they have time to create their own work. The bottom line is to stimulate your dogs mind to prevent boredom.

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Chesapeake Humane Society

Tell us about the Chesapeake Humane Society’s beginnings...

“The Chesapeake Humane Society (CHS) was founded in 1972 by Phyllis Stein. The Chesapeake Humane Society C.A.R.E Clinic opened in 2008 and since then has helped over 10,000 animals through low cost, high quality spay/ neuter, vaccinations, microchipping and adoption. Phyllis Stein is still active as a supporter and a volunteer for CHS and Chesapeake Animal Services.”

What is the Capital Campaign?

“Currently CHS rents space for our Spay/Neuter Clinic, offices, and a make-shift cat adoption area. We have outgrown our space and in order to help more animals, we need to expand not only our space but our programs and services. Our Capital Campaign is to raise the funds needed for our new home. Just last month we purchased the property so we are now heading into renovations for the current building and we hope to move in by the end of this year. But our work will not be done just yet – we’ll continue to raise funds to build an addition for a properly outfitted sheltering facility on this property so that we can save more dogs and cats and appropriately shelter more animals in addition to all of our clinic services. To date we have raised nearly $400,000 towards our goal of $700,000. Right now we have a $25,000 matching grant from the Marietta McNeill Morgan and Samuel Tate Morgan, Jr. Foundation, so they will match donations dollar for dollar allowing donors the opportunity to double their donation!”

Tell us about your big event, Bark in the Park, coming up this October…

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year the event is one of the Official Events for the City of Chesapeake’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. This is the 17th year for Bark in the Park and we have seen up to 10,000 people and their pets attend in years past. The weekend festivities kick off Saturday evening, October 5th with a sunset 5K Doggy Dash and One Mile Puppy Trot to raise money for animals in need. This run is one of the only dogfriendly 5Ks in the area and our after-party includes food trucks, local craft beer and live music from the Red Stapler Band. Bark in the Park goes from noon until 5pm on Sunday October 6th and between the dog demos, contests, rescue groups, great food and vendors, it’s going to be a howling good time!”

What is at the core of CHS’ mission?

“The focus of the Chesapeake Humane Society is to promote the welfare of companion animals through programs and initiatives that reduce pet overpopulation, increase adoptions, and encourage responsible pet guardianship through affordable pet care.

With the new building, what changes might we see with the Chesapeake Humane Society?

“I am excited about CHS moving to the next level with the new building. In our current building we can only house cats for adoption which means all of our dogs are in foster care. Once we add the addition to allow for a sheltering facility, we will be able to house dogs for adoption as well. CHS takes special notice of adoptable animals from Chesapeake Animal Services who have special needs- maybe they are elderly or sick- and they just need a little more time and attention before they find their new home. Once our campaign is complete, we anticipate being able to help 50% more animals in Chesapeake and Hampton Roads.”

Is your clinic available to only Chesapeake residents?

“No, you do not have to be a Chesapeake resident to benefit from our services. We often have residents come up from North Carolina for spay and neuter. We also offer further reduced pricing on our services to other rescue groups and animal shelters such as Chesapeake Animal Services.”

Lilac is a 2-year old cat and she is currently available for adoption with us. She was in a house fire and suffered burns all over her body from melted plastic. The wounds have healed but she has visible scars. I like to say that the fire may have caused her physical harm but it sure didn’t touch her personality; she’s such a great cat.”

How can the public help the Chesapeake Humane Society?

“Monetary donations are so important to us and always welcome because the vast majority of our support is through private donations and grants. We do not receive any local, state, or federal funding. Volunteering and supplies are always needed as well - we have a wish list on our website.

We are currently trying to build our foster care program as well – fostering is a great way to help so many more animals!”

Being the executive director of a humane society is big life choice. What made you take the job?

What are your favorite success stories?

“Roxanne and Lilac. Roxanne is a Hound dog who was left tied to a fence at the city shelter one night. She was so underweight that no one noticed she was pregnant until there was a litter of puppies in her kennel.

She had skin issues due to malnutrition and was heartworm positive. CHS took her into the foster care program where she was nursed back to a healthier weight and we found her a great new home. She went through her heartworm treatment in her new home and she is now fully recovered and heartworm negative. She recently came to visit us and looks like a whole new dog! And yes, all of her puppies found new homes as well.

“I love animals, and have always loved animals. I was a biology major in college and volunteered with the Virginia Living Museum every week. Prior to coming on board as the executive director with Chesapeake Humane, my husband and I co-owned one of my family’s sign businesses here in Chesapeake and we would donate signs to various events for CHS. In 2008, I joined the CHS Board of Directors.

When the executive director position became available in 2012, the timing was right and I was happy to get back to my roots and really get more involved with an organization that is so near and dear to my heart. At home, I have three adopted dogs: A shepherd/husky mix, a coonhound mix and an American pit bull terrier. ”

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An Apple a Day! Apple picking season begins in August and is in full swing from early September to late October. What better way to use up all of those fresh orchard apples than to share them with the entire family?

Apples are not only good for us, but they benefit our pets as well. Loaded with vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber, apples are a true treat for the canine and feline counterparts of the family- just remember to remove the pit and seeds!

Pumpkin-Apple Flax Snacks

Oatmeal-Bacon Apple Bites

1 large apple, shredded 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 tablespoons flax 3 cups whole wheat flour (substitute 2 ½ cups brown rice flour for gluten-free option) 1 can of 100% pumpkin 1 egg ¼ cup cold water

1 cup instant oatmeal 2 cups whole wheat flour (substitute 1 ½ cups brown rice flour for gluten-free option) ½ cup natural bacon bits ½ cup applesauce ½ cup water 1 egg 2 tablespoons olive oil

1. Preheat oven to 350° and grease baking sheet or line with parchment paper.

2. Sift together flax, flour, and brown sugar in a large bowl.

3. Add shredded apples, pumpkin, egg, and water. Mix well.

4. Flour your work surface and roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness.

5. Cut cookies to desired shape and place on baking sheet.

6. Bake 30-35 minutes. Turn off oven and leave treats in for an additional 30-35 minutes.

7. Cool completely and store in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks. These can be frozen for up to 2 months.

1. Preheat oven to 350°.

2. In a large bowl, combine oatmeal, flour, and bacon bits. Sift well.

3. In a separate bowl, mix together egg, applesauce, olive oil, and water.

4. Slowly stir egg mixture in with oatmeal mixture until dough is moist, but not too wet.

5. Flour work surface and roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut out desired shapes.

6. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes.

7. Cool completely and store in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks. These can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Did you know?

Apple are part of the rose family (Rosaceae).

It takes energy from 50 leaves to produce just one apple.

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Dog Days of Summer at Press626 Story by: Catherine Peck

Photography by: Rob Blizard

Nein Lives and Snake Charmer were just a couple of the names of the wine labels at Press 626's first ever charity event, benefiting the Norfolk SPCA. The Dog Days of Summer event inside the restaurant in Norfolk's Ghent neighborhood was packed as guests enjoyed a wine tasting with delicious food pairings. All servers were in animal theme with cat ears, matching both the unique wine titles and snazzy décor.

Lindsay Bennett, owner of Press 626, said that this event was about four years in the making. “I love animals and love dogs. I have been wanting to do something for the SPCA since I opened the restaurant.” Bennett also shared that she hopes to hold more events that could benefit rescues in the area. Bennett has two dogs of her own, one rescued from the Norfolk SPCA and one from the Norfolk Animal Care Center.

Supporters of the Norfolk SPCA not only had the opportunity to nosh on hors d'oeuvres such as figs with goat cheese and shrimp tempura, but they could bid on items in a silent auction which included a private wine tasting from the Crystal Palate, and an iPad mini and Apple TV donated by Press 626 and Ghent Computer. Patrons could also fill out order sheets to purchase their favorite wine of the tasting at the end of the event.

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Lemon Juice

Natural Household Cleaners Safe for Pets Hate using all those strong-smelling cleaning chemicals around your pets and children? Vinegar, lemon juice, salt, baking soda, and cornstarch are all inexpensive, easy to find, and safe all-natural alternative cleaners for everyday household use. You can even combine them for extra cleaning power!

Vinegar Vinegar is an absolutely amazing liquid that not only benefits us, but our pets as well. Deodorizer, sanitizer, preserver, cleaner... vinegar does it all! Clean plastic and vinyl dog toys, pet bowls, wipe down cages and crates, bathtubs, floors, counters, and even walls and windows.

The refreshing smell of lemons often triggers a clean and relaxed sensation, and due to their antibacterial properties and low pH, they make a wonderful natural cleaner to use around pets. Juice from a lemon kills germs on cutting boards, removes rust, cleans hard water stains and mineral buildup and smells great while doing it!

Baking Soda Baking soda is proven odor fighter. Sprinkle some on your carpet, in the litter box and even on your stinky pet’s fur! It is also perfect for working stains out of pet bed sheets and towels. If you keep a pet laundry hamper in the house, add some baking soda to the hamper to eliminate smells between washings.

Cornstarch Cornstarch can be found as a main ingredient in dry shampoo due to its ability to absorb excess oils. If your pet has the tendency to leave behind oils on their (and your) favorite rug, use cornstarch as an alternative to steam cleaning by simply applying to the oil spot. Steam cleaners make pet stains and odors worse since the heat they emit will cause the protein to bond to carpet fibers. Remember to vacuum afterward.

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Salt Salt is not so much of a cleaner as it is a scourer. Coarse sea salt is an abrasive and can be used to scrub away mold and mildew, residue left over in burnt pots and pans, stains on countertops and floors, and it even removes ice from frozen windshields. Salt is usually already on hand, which makes it even more convenient.

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Drop Dead Photography’s 2nd Annual Fundraiser for PHS

Story by: Jill Petrosillo

It was a wild weekend for supporters of the Portsmouth Humane Society! On August 10, Drop Dead Photography sponsored a fundraiser for the Portsmouth Humane Society at Big Woody’s Bar and Grill in Chesapeake Square Mall. The event was a huge success! Festivities started at 1pm and included a 3 round bikini contest, cornhole tournament with cash prizes, a 50/50 raffle, car and bike show, and face painting for the kids! The place was packed and supporters managed to raise $250 and gathered over $500 in supplies. A sincere thank you to James Jarman for creating the event and supporting PHS.

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Because their last memory... ...should be at home with you

Veterinary Hospice

(757) 912-5275 HamptonRoads@LapofLove.com www.LapofLove.com PROVIDING END OF LIFE CARE WITH COMPASSION, DIGNITY AND LOVE

Thank you for your donation: How long has Hampton Roads Pet Cremation Services been operating in the area?

We have been operating in the area since October of 2003.

What sets you apart from other crematories?

Hampton Roads Pet Cremation Services understands the loss of a pet is a difficult and emotional time. As pet owners ourselves, we know how heart breaking it can be to lose a companion, part of your family. We have two cremation units, one for private cremations and one for communal cremations. Most other facilities utilize one machine for both types of cremation. In addition, we work closely with over 25 local hospitals that have trusted us over the past 10 years to provide pet owners with a compassionate, professional and dignified pet cremation service.

What is the difference between “Private” and “Communal” cremation?

Owners who chose private cremation for their pet can feel confident knowing their pet will be cremated individually. If requested, we are able to cremate their animal companion with a special toy, blanket or even their collar.

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Owners who chose not to get the pet’s ashes back have the option to have their pet cremated with other pets, communally, at a lower cost.

How can a pet owner be sure the ashes received are their pet’s ashes?

Choosing a reputable cremation service is your first step. By trusting your family veterinarian, who has put faith in us, you are making an informed choice. Do not hesitate to call and ask questions or even get to know us. It is important you feel comfortable and understand that we will treat both you and your pet with the respect and dignity you both deserve.

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Bobby left us much too soon in 2008, and he’s missed every single day. We’ve had many wonderful dogs, but he was truly the best dog ever... an amazing, loyal friend to all who knew him, far and wide!

Everyday I miss Noel, but her memory plays in my heart daily. She was the most laid back, sweet girl, and I feel like this picture says it all. R.I.P Noel - I love you <3 !

Smidge, you are missed everyday!

The Muttdonna Dinner Fundraiser The Muttdonna Dinner for Meowterial Girls was held August 14 at MJ's Tavern located at 4019 Granby Street in Norfolk.

MJ's donated 55% of all food sales to the Norfolk SPCA to help homeless animals. Generous animal lovers were able to enjoy memorable songs and food, all while supporting their local animal shelter.

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Getting to Know the Bearded Dragon Bearded dragons

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Males are generally larger than females. Adults can grow as large as ten inches in length and up to two-feet in total

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length when including the tail, which is almost as long as

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has a life expectancy of ten years in captivity.

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Rescue Directory Adopt A Spot Dalmatian Rescue 757-484-2940 adoptaspotdalrescue@cox.net www.adoptaspotdalrescue.com Animal Aid Society of Hampton 757-865-0511 www.animalaid-va.org Animal Assistance League of VA 757-548-0045 aalofva@aol.com www.aaofva.com ART (Animal Rescue of Tidewater) 757-456-1354 artanimals@yahoo.com www.artanimals.org Beagles to the Rescue 757-204-4411 familydogclub@hotmail.com www.beaglestotherescue.org Biewer Breed Club of American Rescue (BBCAR) 757-523-0608 general@biewerrescue.com www.biewerrescue.com The Cat Corner 757-722-0590 www.facebook.com/TheCatCornerInc Chesapeake Animal Control 757-382-8080 www.cityofchesapeake.net/animalcontrol

Heritage Humane Society 757-221-0150 www.heritagehumanesociety.org Hope for Life Rescue Inc. 757-491-4609 www.hopeforliferescue.com Iguana & Bearded Dragon Rescue 757-818-8692 www.iguanafirst.com K-9 Justice League k9ljevents@cox.net k9justiceleague.org K-9 New Life Center 757-721-BARK www.k9newlife.org Lhasa Apso Rescue 804-749-4912 ssgiles@aol.com Mid Atlantic English Springer Spaniel Rescue 301-362-0423 www.maessr.org Mid Atlantic Great Dane Rescue 757-478-0440 kermit716@cox.net Mid Atlantic Weimaraner Rescue 757-289-2700 www.facebook.com/midatlantic.weimaranerrescue

Rainbow Animal Rescue Inc. 757-583-8777 www.rainbowanimalrescue.net Shar-Pei Rescue of VA Inc. 757-399-PEIS tracey@sharpeirescueofva.org www. sharpeirescueofva.org Siberian Huskies In Need Everywhere 757-303-1309 adoptahusky@shinerescue.org www.shinerescue.org Suffolk Animal Control 757-514-7855 www.suffolkva.us/anml_ctrl/ Tidewater Afgan Hound Rescue www.afghanhound.net Tidewater Humane Society 757-497-7729 www.tidewaterhumane.org Virginia Beach Bureau of Animal Control 757-385-4444 www.petfinder.com/shelters/VA284.html Virginia Beach SPCA 757-427-0070 www.vbspca.com Virginia Reptile Rescue 540-605+5640 www.vareptilerescue.org

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers ChessieRescueVA@aol.com www.chessierescueva.org

National Greyhound Adoption 757-486-7956 gryhound@cox.net www.NGAP.org

Chesapeake Humane Society 757-546-5355 www.chesapeakehumane.org

Norfolk Animal Care Center 757-441-5505 www.nacc.petfinder.com

Web of Life Animal Outreach Inc. 757-718-6447 www.weboflifeanimaloutreach.com

Collie & Sheltie Rescue of S.E. Virginia imtani@cox.net www.collieandcheltierescue.com

Norfolk SPCA 757-622-3319 www.norfolkspca.com

Wildlife Response Inc. 757-543-7000 www.wildliferesponse.org

Colonial Greyhound Adoption Inc. 757-221-8332 adopt@colonialgreyhounds.com

Peninsula SPCA 757-595-1399 www.peninsulaspca.com

Colonial Newfoundland Club Rescue 301-223-6365 www.cncnewfs.com

Pet Sanctuary 757-986-2121 www.abusedandthrownawaypetsanctuary.com Portsmouth Humane Society 757-397-6004 www.portsmouthhumanesociety.org

Evelynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wildlife Refuge 757-430-2886 rehabwild@cox.net www.evelynswildliferefuge.org

Doberman Assistance Rescue and Education Inc. (DAR&E) 410-663-1694 www.dobe.net

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Pug Rescue 757-240-0815 Cathleen@pugrescuenc.org www.apugrescue.org

Virginia Wild Horse Rescue 757-721-7786 www.virginiawildhorserescue.com

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