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a blank slate media special section • july 15, 2016

36 all about pets • News Times Newspapers, Friday, July 15, 2016 ADVERTORIAL

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Keep pets safe during hot summer months The official start to the summer is upon us and this “fun in the sun” season also happens to bring with it some hazards — especially for our beloved pets.

To make sure your pet’s summer is as fun and safe as possible, North Shore Animal League America would like to share some important Pet Summer Safety Tips: • Never leave your pet in a car! Parking in the shade and leaving the windows open is not an option.

Even if you are just running a quick errand, in a hot car your pet’s temperature can rise rapidly and they can overheat in a very short period of time.

It only takes minutes to reach dangerous levels leading to heatstroke and even death.

• Always make sure your pet has cool, clean water available. This is one of the easiest ways to avoid heat injuries in the summer months.

Dogs, and even cats, drink more on hot days, and water warms up quickly, so make sure to change your pet’s water often.

• Backyard BBQs and pool parties are what we all look forward to during the summer.

However, the food and drinks you serve your family and friends may be poisonous to your pets. Your dog or cat can experience severe digestive ailments when a change of diet takes place.

The following products are extremely poisonous to pets: raisins, grapes, onions, chocolate and products with the sweetener, xylitol.

• Do not walk your dog near fireworks.

Besides the obvious danger, the loud noise can be very scary.

• Do not force your dog into the water.

Some dogs do not like to swim.

If your dog likes to swim, do not leave him/her unattended. Bathe your dog afterwards to remove all sand, mud, and chlorine.

Also, be sure all pool chemicals are stored safely out of reach.

• Do not allow your dog to hang out of the window of a moving car.

Objects such as rocks or tree limbs could seriously injure your pet, or he/she might fall or jump out.

• Take your pets inside if there is the possibility of a thunderstorm. Loud thunder may frighten them, or lightening could strike them.

• Have your pet checked for heartworm.

Though commonly found in dogs, heartworm can affect cats, too.

Heartworm disease is more commonly seen in warmer weather. Easily transmitted

through insect bites and/or contact with another infected animal, this disease inhibits proper pumping and functioning of the heart muscle, and may cause heart failure if not treated.

• Check your pet daily for fleas and ticks.

It is important to apply flea and tick prevention to your pet monthly or as indicated on the specific product label of the product that is used.

Fleas and ticks can cause anemia, carry other harmful parasites, as well as carry other diseases such as Lyme Disease.

Ask your veterinarian which prevention method is best for your pet given its environment.

• If your pet likes to relax in the shade of a yard or deck, watch out for yellow jackets, bees, toads, and snakes.

Bite or sting symptoms are usually swelling of the face or affected areas. Once stung or bitten, the pet’s skin may start to look wrinkly or bumpy.

This is a first indicator and, if not treated by a veterinarian, could result in death due to toxins taking over.

• Your pet can get sunburn. This is more likely in white dogs, hairless dogs, and dogs with light colored fur.

If you have a pet that meets this criteria, it is recommended that you apply sunscreen to your pet before it is allowed to be outside for an extended period of time.

• Keep your dog’s paws cool at all times.

Limit the time you let your dog roam in the backyard and outdoors, especially on hot asphalt.

Since the ground heats up quickly during the summertime, your dog’s body heat can rapidly rise, and sensitive paw pads can get burned.

• Know the signs of heat stress. Check the animal for signs of heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, restlessness, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, and unconsciousness.

If your pet is overheating 1. Move your pet into the shade or an airconditioned area.

2. Apply ice packs or cold towels to your pet’s head, neck and chest or immerse him/ her in cool water.

3. Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.

4. Take your pet directly to a veterinarian.

For further information on Pet Safety visit animalleague.org.

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Some carbohydrates currently in use are sweet potato, lentils, fruits & vegetables. Your goal: simplicity and quality of the ingredient panel of your pet's diet. You can achieve this by identifying the raw source

When adopting or purchasing new dogs, dog owners must accept that their companion animals will be part of their lives for the next decade-plus. When dogs are welcomed into a home, they can alter the family dynamic and bring families immeasurable amounts of joy. So it’s understandable that pet parents want that joy to last as long as possible, and prospective pet owners may be surprised to learn that some breeds have longer life expectancies than others.

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Giving a new life, finding a new home Rescue: Injured, alone and clinging to life, Olive finds safety at North Shore Animal League America North Shore Animal League America cares for thousands of helpless dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens each year.

It’s not uncommon for some of these animals to arrive with medical conditions that need to be evaluated and treated before they have the opportunity to find responsible, loving homes.

One of those animals was Olive, a beautiful, young Pit Bull mix, who arrived at our Port Washington campus in dire need of medical attention.

Suffering from severe injuries as a result of being hit by a vehicle, Olive’s right hind leg was shattered beyond repair and her other hip, the only leg she had to bear weight on properly, was dislocated.

This 1-year-old pup was ailing and looking to the veterinarians inside Animal League America’s Alex Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center to help her heal.

Because of the extent of her injuries and her fragile mental state after being left for dead on the side of the road, it was obvious this little girl would need considerable time to recover regardless of the course of action taken by our medical staff.

Nurture: From our medical center to our foster care program, Animal League America Cares for Ailing Pup Every Step of the Way on the Road to Recovery After careful deliberation, veterinarians at Animal League America decided it was in the best interest of Olive and her long-term health that her severely injured leg be surgically removed.

According to Dr. Mark Verdino, vice president and chief of veterinary staff, it was deemed an amputation was the only viable option due to the severity of the fracture and inadequate healing.

“The decision was made to amputate her leg after an external fixator was in place for nearly 12 weeks. The bone fragments were not fusing and the leg was becoming more painful and remained non-functional,” Verdino said. “She had nearly six weeks of physical therapy to improve mobility and ambulation on the other leg with the dislocated hip after it was repaired.”

After her surgery, Olive recovered in the comfort of the medical center under the 24hour care of Verdino and his team.

Slowly learning how to get around with-

out the use of the amputated limb, she grew more confident by the day.

Once medically cleared, Olive was placed up for adoption, but barrier frustration and fearfulness didn’t allow for her sweet personality to shine through to potential adopters.

Months went by and the gorgeous dog was left waiting for her perfect match.

Rather than continue to make her wait, Olive was placed in the Foster Care Program and taken in by Melissa Gerber, an Animal League America veterinary technician.

Adopt: From foster pet to family member, Olive finds a responsible, loving home Melissa and Bryan already had two dogs at home, but they didn’t hesitate when they found out that Olive needed a place to call home while she recovered.

They introduced her to their 2-year-old Pit Bull mix Taliah and their 11-year-old Beagle Lucky.

The three dogs quickly bonded, but Olive and Taliah developed a unique relationship, which Melissa said really helped Olive come out of her shell.

“I worked in surgery and got pretty attached to her while she was here, so when I heard they were looking for a foster home for her, I volunteered,” Melissa said. “It was a long process trying to get her socialized and used to people, but actually Taliah really helped with that. She’s so outgoing and goofy that I think Olive recognized that and started to follow her lead. She’s made such progress.”

Olive would stay with the Gerber’s for nine months, learning how to adjust to life in a loving home.

House training, walking on a leash, meeting new people, were all behaviors that Melissa and Bryan worked on with the threelegged Mutt-i-gree.

With their help, as well as with the guidance from her canine sibling Taliah, Olive was able to valiantly overcome her hardships and develop into a well-adjusted, playful dog.

She also found her new pet parents! The Gerbers grew so attached to her that they decided to adopt her.

“We couldn’t be happier to have her as part of the family. She’s come such a long way and it feels good to give her the family she deserves,” Melissa said. “We took her to the beach yesterday for the first time and she loved it. She was running around with Taliah and just loving life.”

Submitted by North Shore Animal League America. Animalleague.org