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Contents
Issue 7: Volume 10 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
AUGUST 2016 THE SCOOP 7
Canine News and Happenings
TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 10 Back to School Tips
HEALTH 14
Decoding the Dog Park
SPECIAL FEATURE 18
It Takes an Army to Win a Battle
RESCUE & ADOPTION 24 DREAM Dachshund Rescue
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AUGUST 6
Mutts + Melodies
Pup Squad Animal Rescue will hold pet adoptions on The Lawn at GreenStreet. Enjoy live music as you visit with these sweet puppies looking for their fur-ever homes. 1201 Fannin. 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
www.greenstreetdowntown.com AUGUST 8-12
Companion Camp
Companion Camp is a wonderful opportunity
for children ages 7-13 to work hands-on with animals cared for by the Houston Humane
pets adopted the day of the event. Enjoy free food and drinks. 26633 Southwest Freeway in Rosenberg.
www.fortbendpetsalive.org AUGUST 28
Houston Astros Bark In the Park
Bring man's best friend to Houston Astros Bark at the Park at Minute Maid Park and
see your Houston Astros take on the Tampa Bay Rays at 1:10 p.m. Enjoy the Pooch
Parade, the Bark at the Park Vendor Alley, and the costume contest.
http://houston.astros.mlb.com/hou/ticketing/bark_at_the_park.jsp
Win A Chance to Howl with Hank Jr. and Help The MCAS Animals
Society. Campers learn valuable life lessons
concerning the welfare of all animals. During a typical day, campers receive humane education, workshops from animal experts,
games, crafts, and hands on animal activities. www.houstonhumane.org AUGUST 13
Fort Bend Pets Alive! Adoption Event
Join Virgil Skinner, owner of Fort Bend Kia and his fur baby Mariam at Fort Bend Kia
from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Friends For Life
No Kill shelter and other local shelters will be
providing dogs and cats for adoption and Fort Bend Kia will cover the adoption fees for any 6 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
Each $15 tax-deductible donation gets you an
entry into a drawing to win two awesome seats
(a $500 value) to see Hank Williams Jr. and Chris Stapleton live at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell
Pavilion, Friday, August 12 at 7:00 p.m. Entries
close on August 9 at 5:00 p.m. and a winner will be notified on August 10 by 12:00 p.m. All funds raised will be used by Operation Pets Alive to
support the medical needs of animals in the care of the Montgomery County Animal Shelter.
The prize includes two seats to the concert
only - parking, travel, accommodations, etc. are not included. Winner must make prior arrangements with ticket donor to pick up the tickets
the night of the show at the Pavilion Will Call booth. Donor contact information will be provided to the winner prior to the event. Seats are
for Section 107, Row M, Seat 13 and Section 107, Row M, Seat 12.
Funds raised will be used by Operation Pets
Alive to support the medical needs of animals in
the care of Montgomery County Animal
Shelter. For more info visit: www.operationpetsalive.org or www.mcaspets.org.
Rover Oaks Pet Resort Raises Over $20k for U.S. War Dogs Rover Oaks Pet Resort just wrapped up its sixth
annual Operation: War Dogs fundraiser for
non-profit organization Mission K9 Rescue, the Houston chapter of the United States War Dogs Association (USWDA). The fundraiser began
on Memorial Day and ended on July 4, 2016.
This year, Rover Oaks raised a total of $23,521 for Mission K9 Rescue through Operation: War Dogs. To date, Rover Oaks has raised over
$90,000 for this amazing organization.
Mission K9 Rescue is a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to the service of War Dogs, including retiring and retired Military Working Dogs and Contract Working Dogs. They provide monetary, transportation, adoption, and professional assistance for these retired hero
dogs. Over the past year, Mission K9 Rescue has reunited many hero dogs with their handlers,
and worked tirelessly to find adoptive homes capable of meeting the needs of a retired mili-
tary working dog. Videos of some of these reunions can be viewed on their website.
"Rover Oaks is in a unique position to help
an organization like Mission K9 Rescue because of the types of clients that utilize our services"
said Steve Smith, Owner of Rover Oaks Pet Resort. "Our clients believe that pets are mem-
bers of the family and should be treated as such.
Their overwhelming response to this fundraiser
shows that they feel the same way about the War
Dogs who have loyally served to protect our Urban Paws Magazine 7
The Scoop country."
During the fundraiser, Rover Oaks encouraged their clients to donate by giving away a free night
of lodging to anyone who donated $100 to
Mission K9 Rescue. They also encouraged other pet care facilities to participate in the fundraiser.
As a result, a group of ten other pet industry leaders from across the country launched fundraisers of their own to benefit War Dogs.
When asked what this fundraiser means to
Mission K9 Rescue, their founder Bob Bryant
said, "Rover Oaks stepped up to the plate and
hit a home run for War Dogs everywhere. These
to handle personal business, but for employees
of Southwestern Energy, it's a chance to give back to the community.
Approximately 20 management and staff
donations provide for care, boarding, trans-
members of Spring-based Southwestern Energy
tions like Rover Oaks, we would be very limited
Montgomery
portation, and development. Without organizain our ability to effect positive change for United States War Dogs."
"We are so grateful to Rover Oaks for this
amazing fundraiser," said Kristen Maurer,
President of Mission K9 Rescue. "This money helps us continue to rescue and care for more
recently donated their time to help out at the County
Animal
Shelter.
Volunteers set aside their high-tech capabilities to participate in a variety of low-tech projects,
including washing dogs, cleaning the dog park and socializing a significant number of cats and dogs in need of human contact.
"It's a chance for us to get out of the office
War Dogs and achieve our mission. These dogs
and do something good for the community,"
allows us to continue to give back to them," she
Energy. "It's community outreach, but it's also a
do so much for mankind, and this fundraiser added.
To learn more about Rover Oaks or for direc-
tions, visit www.roveroaks.com. For more information
on
Mission
missionk9rescue.org.
K9
Rescue,
visit
Local Company Gives Back To the Community For some, an afternoon off of work is a chance 8 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
said Nikki Wachell, manager at Southwestern good team building exercise for our staff."
Shelter director Dr. Todd Hayden praised the
efforts of volunteers from Southwestern
Energy, saying their efforts had a positive effect for both the shelter and the animals.
"They came to work and did a very good job,"
said Dr. Hayden, "but they also spent a lot of
time caring for and interacting with the animals. We appreciate their efforts very much.�
Mutt Mugs “Dogs are the magicians of the universe. By their presence alone, they can transform grumpy people into grinning people.� - C. Pinkoln Estes
Urban Paws Magazine 9
Training/Behavior Back to School Tips For Families With Dogs
B
efore we know it, the kids will be head-
ing back to school and everyone’s routine
will change. When children return to school, the
tainment, families can help their canine companions adapt to a new schedule.
stress on every family member can be huge -
including the family dog. This abrupt change in
Separation Anxiety
routine can seriously affect our canine compan-
ions, who are creatures of habit. But with a lit-
with during the day, dogs left alone can become
stressed, often resulting in destructive behaviors
tle understanding and preparation before the
first day of class, families can avoid many of the back-to-school behavior problems their dogs
might exhibit. By providing training and the right combination of food, shelter and enter10 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
With parents at work and no children to play
and endless barking. Following these guidelines can help reduce the potential stress of separation and help return dogs to normal in a few weeks.
Training/Behavior Start early: A couple of weeks before your chil-
dog will always enjoy, such as those that hold
being alone. Begin by separating your dog from
and KONG™. Second, every few days, rotate
dren go back to school, get your dog used to the kids and the rest of the family. For example,
if you often take your dog with you to the store, leave him at home.
Pay less attention to him: Dogs may be the center of attention when the children are home.
You need to change this scenario before the children return to school so that your family dog
can adjust more quickly to the quiet time. Pay
treats like the GameChanger, Buster Cube™
what toys are available to him. This gives your dog something new and fun to hold his interest.
Shelter
Dogs need to have their own "home". Just as we feel more at ease in our home, so do dogs. If
your dog doesn't have a place of his own, create one for him.
less attention to your dog for increasing
Crate: Most dogs love crates. However, if your
and extend the amount during the days that fol-
him the day the kids leave for school. That's too
amounts of time about a week before school low.
dog hasn't been crate trained, don't start training
late and can actually add to his stress. Although your dog will soon enjoy his new den, do not
Boredom
leave him in his crate for extended periods of
they wake up, they want something to do. It
10 hours for a dog and 4-6 hours for a puppy,
Dogs sleep a great deal during the day, but when doesn't take much to entertain a dog, even when you're not at home.
Scatter food: Dogs are natural foragers who
love to look for food on the ground - and will literally spend hours doing so. You might even
try hiding some treats so your dog spends time looking for them. And always offer lots of fresh,
time. If you find you will be away longer than 8ask a friend to come by to let him out to toilet.
Laundry room: If your dog will be inside all day and you are concerned about him toileting in the
house, enclose him in an area that is rather small
(this inhibits the tendency to toilet) and has a floor of vinyl or tile if he makes a mistake.
clean water to keep your dog well hydrated.
Unusual Behavior
Toys: Dogs love toys, but they can quickly get
show unusual behaviors, such as jumping up or
bored with them or destroy them. First, buy high-quality, almost indestructible toys that your 12 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
When dogs are stressed, they can sometimes even biting. It is not uncommon for children to come home from school and be greeted by the
By Bob Williams, Bark Buster Home Dog Training
dog in an unnecessarily rough way, knocking a
Train your dog: It is amazing how quickly dogs
the dog has pent-up energy - and when he sees
have a language of their own and once we
child to the floor. After being left alone all day,
the kids, his excitement might cause him to overreact.
Train the kids: Parents need to train their children to avoid immediately entering the dog's
area as soon as they get home. Kids should ignore the pet for 5-10 minutes to allow him to settle down. With young children, it is always best to have a parent present to reduce the chance of a problem. Once your dog learns the routine, he will relax.
learn what is acceptable and what is not. Dogs understand it, we can easily control them by
"speaking their language." Bark Busters special-
izes in using dogs' natural, instinctive communication methods as the way to train them. It's simple, and it works.
Health/Wellness Decoding the Dog Park
any of our city parks are going to the
relationships and body language, and being
about 1,200 off-leash dog parks in the United
Read on for guidance to help you and your
M
dogs – literally. There are already
States. That number is growing rapidly, with an
increase of 20 percent between 2010 and 2015
aware of park etiquette and safety measures. pooch have fun at the park.
alone.
Introducing Puppy to the Park
It’s no wonder. Nearly 57 million American
mind fully introducing her to the park. Try these
households include a canine family member, and dog parks are a great place to let pooches play,
run unleashed, and socialize.3 Many dogs love dog parks. What better spot for people to meet
like-minded dog lovers and do a little dog watching?
However, a visit to the dog park can be a daunt-
ing experience for a newcomer. It can feel like
entering a foreign country, with confusing ritu-
als and an undecipherable language. While there
You can set your new puppy up for success by best practices:
1) Make your first visit when your pup is
between four and six months old, after she’s
had all of her vaccinations and when she consistently comes when she’s called.
2) Go during off-peak hours the first several
times. Parks are usually busiest after work on weekdays and on Saturdays. Try early in the
morning, mid-day, or late in the evening on a weekday.
are some potential hazards at dog parks, you can
3) Take your pup for a walk first to help her
introduce your dog, learning a little about canine
4) Survey the park before entering. Look for
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burn off some energy.
Health/Wellness dogs who show aggressive body language.
Spotting Warning Signs
cerned about any of the dogs.
friendly. It’s important to recognize when a dog,
Come back on a different day if you’re con5) If possible, enter through a quiet side
entrance. That way your pup won’t feel ganged up on by dogs the minute you enter.
6) Once you’re inside, walk around the park
instead of standing in one place to keep your puppy from feeling stuck in a group or unpleasant situation.
7) Look for dogs of similar age and size for your puppy to play with.
Of course, dog interactions are not always whether it’s yours or someone else’s, is being
aggressive. (This probably goes without saying,
but if your dog has been aggressive toward other dogs, it’s best to stay away from dog parks
and find other places and ways to play.) If your
dog has ever shown aggressive, possessive behavior over balls or treats at home, leave those items back at the house and keep a wide distance from owners who bring them to the park.
Recognizing Friendly Dog Play
If your dog shows signs of anxiety or fear, it
dogs mostly use body language and scent. That’s
or leave for the day. If you can’t tell whether
Humans mostly use words to communicate, and probably why canine relationships can feel for-
eign to many of us. Fortunately, dog trainers and experts are around to help decode canine greetings, body language, and communication. Off
Leash Dog Play: A Complete Guide to Safety
and Fun by Robin Bennett and Susan Briggs is an excellent resource to help owners recognize when dogs are having fun at the dog park or when it may be best to intervene or leave.
Friendly canine play can look aggressive because
dogs “play fight” with each other. That means they may chase and tackle each other, bite at
each other’s necks, slam into each other, and even bark, snarl, and growl at each other. But you can differentiate between play fighting and
real fighting by watching the canines’ body language and looking for signs of friendly play.
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may be time to move to a new area of the park
your dog is enjoying a bout of play or not, try
removing him from the situation for a minute.
If he presses his body into yours and avoids looking at the other dog or dogs, he probably wants to leave. If he pulls against your grip and looks toward the other dog or dogs, he probably wants to stay.
Preventing Illnesses
Common
Parasites
and
There are a few common illnesses and parasites your dog can get at the dog park. Fortunately, they can all be prevented.
Giardia and Cryptosporidium
These two microscopic intestinal parasites,
which cause diarrhea and abdominal discom-
fort, are common at dog parks. They’re spread
By Abby Quillen
through contaminated fecal material. To prevent
Conclusion
the following:
them don’t care for the dog park. If your pup
your dog from getting them, remember to do • Discourage drinking from dirty ponds and puddles.
• Consider bringing your own water bowl and avoid shared drinking areas.
• Bathe your dog if you suspect he may be
soiled with fecal matter; do not let him lick himself clean.
Fleas and Ticks
Depending on where you live, these parasites may be a year-round concern. Veterinarians rec-
Dogs, like people, are all different. Some of
consistently shows signs of stress or indiffer-
ence at the park, it may not be his thing. Don’t
worry; there are lots of ways to keep a dog happy and healthy. Try some of these alternatives to the dog park:
• Go for plenty of walks.
• Play together in a large backyard.
• Scout out some semi-enclosed park or open
space where your dog can safely run and play fetch.
ommend regularly treating pets with topical or
• Invite one or two friendly dogs over to play
bay.
• Build a DIY canine agility course with obsta-
internal flea-and-tick products to keep pests at Heat stroke
with yours.
cles, jumps, and tunnels.
Dogs can’t cool themselves by sweating the way
Of course, there’s another possibility: Your
get too hot. To help with this, try some of these
park. With space to run and friends to play with,
we do, so it’s important to make sure they don’t tips:
• In the summer, avoid the park at mid-day, when it’s hottest out.
• Take breaks to let your dog drink water and sit in the shade.
• If your dog pants excessively or seems delirious, take measures to cool her immediately
by providing drinking water and spraying her with or immersing her in cold water.
• If your dog collapses, vomits, or exhibits other worrying signs while playing in the heat, contact your vet immediately.
pooch may not want to go anywhere but the dog
the dog park is many dogs’ dream come true.
With a little knowledge, it can be a lot of fun for humans too.
To view the full, instructional infographic on how to best handle yourself and your pup at the dog park, visit www.fix.com/blog/decodingthe-dog-park. Urban Paws Magazine 17
Cody Sanders and Vader
It takes an ARMY to win a battle 18 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
By Jennifer Street and Cody Sanders, MPS Army Foundation, President
I
t all began with a small, brown Miniature Pinscher on Facebook. Walter was a charis-
drome).
Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome takes its name
matic and charming dog who captured the
from two French Doctors, Dr. Maroteaux and
that Walter was affected by MPS-VI, which gave
1963. These doctors discovered this disorder in
hearts of many, including mine. I came to learn him an odd walk and funny bark. Unfortunately,
it also gave him a limited number of days on this earth.
After learning that there were many other dogs
Dr. Lamy, who first described the condition in Miniature Pinschers before they found it affect-
ed human children as well. At this time MPS is
only found in the Miniature Pinscher breed or any mix of the breed.
MPS stands for Mucopolysaccharides and they
with Walter’s condition, I began to follow many
are chains of sugar molecules that the body uses
the sacrifices that the owners of these dogs must
sugar carbohydrates occur within the cells that
of them on social media. I immediately realized
make and the unbearable heartache that this disease causes.
After losing her sister to MPS-III in 2014 and her dog Vader to MPS-VI in 2016, Cody Sanders
knew she had to do something to keep others
from knowing her pain. She quickly formed MPS Army Foundation in early 2016 and has
been enjoying every moment helping dogs found with MPS-VI.
In a recent interview with Cody, I asked her to
educate myself and our readers about this dis-
ease in hopes of raising more awareness of it. Q. What is MPS-VI?
A. MPS-VI stands for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 6 (also known as Maroteaux-Lamy syn-
to build connective tissue. These long chains of
help build bone, cartilage, tendons, corneas, skin and connective tissue. Glycosaminoglycans (for-
merly called mucopolysaccharides) are also found in the fluids that lubricate joints.
“saccharide” is a general term for a sugar molecule (think of saccharin) “poly” means many “muco” refers to the thick jelly-like consistency of the molecules
The body is continually replacing old cells with
new ones, and to do that, parts of the cells must be broken down and disposed of so that the
new parts can be built properly. When a dog has
MPS-VI, it has a deficiency of arylsulfatase B, an enzyme that breaks up the mucopolysaccharides
so the body can remove them from the cells. Urban Paws Magazine 19
Special Feature The mucopolysaccharides that should have been
weeks/months of age. Each dog may progress
time, as they don’t allow the proper formation
cells are affected.
removed stay in the cells and cause damage over of new cells.
Subjects with MPS-VI either do not produce
enough enzymes required to break down these sugar chains, or they produce enzymes that do
at different rates depending on how quickly the
Q. Are there specific breeds that are more predisposed to the disease?
not work properly. Over time, these sugar mole-
A. Currently the most common breed carrying
tissues. The result is permanent, progressive cel-
However, dogs carrying the gene continue to
cules collect in the cells, blood and connective lular damage which affects appearance, physical
abilities, organ and system functioning, and, in most cases, mental development. Q. How does it affect dogs? A. Mucopolysaccharidosis is not just a really big
word, it’s a serious disorder. Puppies born afflicted with this disorder rarely survive past
the age of two, and those who survive that long
MPS-VI seems to be Miniature Pinschers. breed we are finding the gene in mixed and other small breeds as well.
Q. How common is the disease? A. The exact incidence of MPS VI is unknown,
although it is estimated to occur in 1 in 250,000
to 600,000 newborns humans. With dogs the occurrence has not yet been evaluated.
have a range of medical issues. In order to be
Q. Is this an inherited disease?
ers of the MPS gene.
A. Yes, we all have genes inherited from our par-
the disease right away, but as the cells become
fair, etc. Some genes we inherit are “recessive,”
born with MPS-VI both parents must be carriNewborn puppies may not show any sign of
damaged from not being able to get rid of the
old mucopolysaccharides, symptoms start to
appear. It causes spinal and skeletal deformities that can result in cracked and deformed verte-
brae, facial deformities and neurological issues. It is also linked to Legge-calve Perthes disease.
Affected pups can die within a few weeks, or
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ents which control whether we are tall, short,
that is to say we carry the gene but it does not have any effect on our development. MPS VI
(Maroteaux-Lamy syndrome) is caused by a recessive gene. If an adult carrying the abnor-
mal gene marries another carrier there will be a
one in four chance with every pregnancy that the child will inherit the defective gene from each parent and will be affected with the disease.
There is a two in three chance that unaffected
brothers and sisters of MPS VI children will be carriers. Inbreeding could perpetuate the disor-
der but it is a gene mutation like any other that is passed down both maternally and paternally.
The more awareness that is raised about MPS
heartbeat, one side bigger than the other, valves that don’t operate correctly)
Q. Is there a test available to determine the MPS causing gene?
VI the more breeders are likely to test and erad-
A. Currently MPS Army recommends the MPS-
Miniature Pinscher breeder would test for this
http://www.vetnostic.com/mucopolysacchari-
icate the disease from the breed. If every disease, it could be eliminated from the Miniature Pinscher breed completely, but sadly, few test for it.
Q. What are some of the distinguishing fea-
tures of dogs who are diagnosed with MPSVI?
A. Signs A Dog May Have MPS-VI • Short nose
• Nose breathers • Nose bubbles
VI gene test through VetNostic Laboratories. dosis-type-vi.html
Q. What is the prognosis for a dog diagnosed with MPS-VI?
A. Because of the rarity of this disorder studies
are few. Inevitably this disease will bring and early death to the pup, but our goal is to provide a wonderful life full of love until that point.
9. How is MPS-VI treated? Is there a treatment or cure for it?
MPS-VI currently does not have a cure. The
• Hazy eyes
best treatment we can recommend is a family
• Large tongue
fort.
• Candy corn teeth • Big floppy feet
• Unusual wrists/joints
• Little muscular control • Curved spine
full of love and a life full of happiness and comQ. When and why was the MPS Army founded?
• Fused bones
A. MPS Army Foundation was formed in March
• Small or collapsed trachea
who had MPS-III and a dog (Vader) with MPS-
• Issues with the heart (heart murmur, irregular
2016, I knew I needed to carry on his mission of
• Abnormal diaphragm • Frequent infections
of 2016. I myself (President) lived with a sister
VI. After Vader passed away in February of
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Special Feature raising awareness and support for the other dogs found with MPS-VI. It was then that I asked the other MPS dog moms their thoughts on the idea and we all agreed it was a nonprofit
that was needed. I quickly put the idea into
action and we created the MPS Army Foundation.
Q. How can our readers get involved? A. MPS Army Foundation could always use the
assistance of kind loving people around the
world. Our website (www.mpsarmy.org) has many different ways to assist in raising awareness and support. As we continue to grow and help more dogs with MPS-VI, we will be adding additional ways to get involved.
MPS Army Foundation Goals
1. Assist with medical bills for the dogs found to have MPS-VI.
2. Provide funding for breeders to have their dogs tested for MPS-VI.
3. Send an MPS ARMY certification for the
tested dogs that have been found to be free of the MPS-VI gene.
4. Provide an “out� for people whose dogs
have been found to have MPS-VI who no longer wish to provide care for that dog.
5. Provide an adoption list for people wanting to adopt and care for an MPS-VI dog.
6. Raise funds for medical research for dogs with MPS-VI.
7. Provide educational materials to breeders and parents of dogs with MPS-VI.
8. Provide post mortem assistance to families of dogs with MPS-VI.
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Walter
Grimmy
Angel
Charles
Pan
Elvis
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Rescue & Adoption DREAM Dachshund Rescue www.dreamdachs.org
DREAM Dachshund Rescue, Education & Adoption Mission is a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing abandoned Dachshunds and finding new homes for Dachshunds whose owners can no longer care for them. Our committed volunteers, working closely with local veterinarians, provide our Dachshunds with quality medical care and loving foster homes until they are adopted into carefully screened, permanent homes. We also serve as a resource to our community, providing information on responsible pet ownership, the importance of spay/neuter, annual vaccinations, heartworm prevention, positive behavior training, exercise, and good nutrition.
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This beauty is Ophelia Outfielder. Ophelia and her partner Knox sat unclaimed at animal control for three weeks. DREAM was quick to tag them, which meant that if the owner didn't claim them, they would become DREAM Dachshunds! The shelter located the owners who indicated they had been evicted from their residence. Out of kindness, the shelter offered to put the dogs on a 30-day hold to help give them time to find living arrangements. During the hold time, sweet Ophelia gave birth to three Dachshund puppies. The shelter tried, but was unsuccessful in recontacting the owners. The health and welfare of the puppies and their momma became priority-one, which meant they needed out of the shelter right away, so they contacted DREAM and asked us to take them for the safety of the puppies. This precious little family is now doing great! Contact us for information on how you can be a Partner for Pups sponsor!
Courtney is the sweetest, most gentle little girl. She loves to cuddle and wants to just stare you in the face, drowning you in kisses. She's potty trained and crate trained (although she doesn't love it). Courtney’s great with other dogs of all ages and sizes and loves to run and play outside. She's just a doll and so super easy. She's going to make someone very happy.
Courtney Caterpie
This handsome little red fellow is Morty Mewtwo. He and his buddy Molly were rescued from a breeder by a caring dachshund lover who happened to be in the right place at the right time. Morty is 3-4 years old and weighs in at about 13 pounds. He's healthy and sweet and very friendly with adults and older children.
Simon Stubbs
Morty Mewto This handsome fellow is Simon Stubbs. He was picked up off the street by a good samaritan. He is a gorgeous, black and tan long hair Dachshund and he has one of the sweetest personalities ever. He is very tolerant of his hyperactive foster brother, thanks to his laid back nature. He likes to be near you, but he doesn't nag to constantly be on top of you. He will, however, insist on giving you kisses after you have been gone for a period of time. Simon loves his walks. He's only about 10 years old, and he has this great "bebop" walking style that does a heart good; both yours and his! He's a very good boy, and doesn't need to mark every vertical surface when he is out, plus he does not mark in the house either!
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ationwide Insurance recently released a
compiled list of the 10 “wackiest” pet
names from their database of insured pets.
After selecting the 10 finalists in the company’s annual
Wacky
Pet
Names
competition,
Nationwide turned to the internet, asking peo-
ple to vote for the dog or cat with the wackiest name.
“Many pet parents want their cats to have names
as unique as their personalities, but choosing one can be difficult,” the company said.
The top entries for 2016 include pop culture references and celebrity names such as Kayne
Westie, Butch Catsidy, Optimus Prime Rib and
Agent Jack Meower to tongue twisters like 26 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
Scrappin’ Scruffy Macdoogles of the Highland Mcdoogles.
The title of wackiest dog name in 2015 went to
Baron von Furrypants, while Leonardo DiCatprio was the wackiest cat name.
To cast your vote, visit http://www.petinsurance.com/wackypetnames.