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er? Our Boxer-Herding dog mix Pica was such a Have you ever had a dog that was a gifted teach of our previous dogs combined. Some of her dog. In fact, she was brilliant; smarter than most nce, how to breathe during touchy dog-dog initial lesson plans included teaching us patie most of all, how to love a dog that never had encounters, canine reactivity desensitization, and any socialization. near Tijuana. Our bonding was instantaneous. Pica originally found us in Chula Vista, California, nated by her overwhelming fear reactivity. After Despite her gentle soul, her behavior was domi n she finally began to accept the presence of two years of behavior modification-rehabilitatio as that’s when we opened Long Leash On Life. For other people and other dogs. And just in time, official store greeter(s.) years thereafter, Pica (and sister Daisy) thrived as showed us her true zest for life and helped teach Going back to the moment we adopted her, Pica ent. Daily enrichment walks were required as us how to live life more fully, especially in the mom and camping. Due to the inevitable encounters well as all kinds of interactive games, longer hikes . focused on was respecting a dog’s personal space with loose dogs, another important lesson Pica us t taugh her space, and at the same time, she Pica insisted that both people and dogs respect that we should respect all dogs’ space. a During her eighth year, Pica was diagnosed with y, spinal column issue called spondylosis. Fortunatel kept ition cond ical phys and h healt her exceptional was progression slow and it wasn’t until she the disease ical Phys . ened weak legs hind nearly 13 before her much ing walk her kept re therapy and acupunctu legs longer than expected, and when her hind cart. r lchai whee a used finally gave out, she happily her It was no surprise that Pica would continue her ver, Howe time. e entir this beneficial teachings ism. stoic and class with to face true adversity topics were now redirected; she taught us how eletal degeneration, she demonstrated true ulosk musc of Throughout her prolonged phase accept all of life’s happenings. Sadly, Pica’s final perseverance, and showed us how to graciously their aging body has had enough and they were lesson was how to interpret a dog’s message that ready to cross the Rainbow Bridge. nt, she will remain eternally in our hearts. After Even though Pica is no longer physically prese retired, but her well-taught lessons will forever nearly fifteen years, our beloved dog-teacher has be cherished as well as shared. like Pica finds you and graces your life for as many Our genuine hope for you is that a dog-teacher years as possible. Pica’s devoted parents,

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Dry kibble. Canned food. Pouched food. Raw food. Freeze-dried food. Air-dried food. Dehydrated food. So many food options are now available for your kitty, but which are best? Before considering the form of food you should feed your feline, it’s important to consider the content of food you should be feeding. Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they require a meatbased diet in order to obtain all the nutrients their bodies need for optimal health. In the wild, a cat’s natural diet would consist of rodents, birds, insects, and lizards – a raw diet that’s high in moisture, high in protein, moderate in fat, and low in carbohydrates.

the water bowl, and she runs the risk of kidney and bladder problems from chronic subclinical dehydration. When trying to decide what to feed your cat, it’s obviously best to follow Mother Nature’s model of a meat-based diet that’s high in moisture, low in carbs, and minimally processed. Commercially available frozen raw foods meet these criteria while taking the guesswork and hassle out of preparing nutritionally adequate raw meals yourself. Consisting primarily of raw muscle meat, raw organ meat, and bone, these complete and balanced diets reasonably approximate the wild diet of a carnivorous predator. A growing number of freeze-dried and dehydrated raw food products are now available that provide the nutritional benefits of frozen raw food without the need to thaw. Simply adding warm water – yes, hydration! – to these shelf-stable foods creates a meal that is tasty, aromatic, and carnivore-friendly. Freezedried and dehydrated raw foods are a very convenient way to add minimally processed food to your cat’s diet.

Lack of proper hydration makes it harder for your cat’s kidneys to function, and also increases the likelihood of bladder stones, crystals, and blockages forming.

Modern housecats are descended from small African wildcats that originated in the Middle Eastern desert, and as such they don’t have a strong thirst mechanism. There’s rarely water available to drink in the desert, so what’s the point of getting thirsty? Just like their desert-dwelling ancestors, our companion kitties are anatomically and physiologically designed to get their hydration needs met from the foods they consume, whether it’s a juicy, fresh-caught mouse, or the store-bought food we put in their bowl. If a cat doesn’t get sufficient water intake from the food she consumes, she may not make up the difference at

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Lifestyles today are relaxed, right down to and including taking your dog out with you for your enjoyment and theirs. Restaurants abound with outside seating, and there are dog parks and dog friendly stores for you and your friend to explore together. While this is wonderful, there is no guarantee that the dog and owner shopping or visiting while you are there have the same care and training you and your dog have pursued. There are two commands that can help you regain control in any situation. These are focus and leave it. Focus and leave it may be the most important tasks you ever teach your dogs. They are for the safety of the dog. Part of any upper echelon dog class, these commands give you the tools to be good partners. We’ll begin with focus. First, take a small treat your dog enjoys. When you have his attention, begin training. Hold the treat up near your nose, relatively close to your eyes, and tell your dog focus. The dog will be confused at first and look to you for guidance. That is exactly what you want. As soon as its eyes meet yours, use the clicker or tell it yes in a happy tone and give it the treat. Repeat, making certain hits eyes meet yours every time. Gradually lengthen the time your dog focuses on you until it is familiar with the proper response. Then take them out in public, around other dogs, wherever there are distractions. Practice in public until no matter what is happening your dog will cease whatever they’re doing and focus on you.

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This command is vital to your dogs safety. It guarantees that his attention will return to you immediately whenever you need him to. I have used this command to stop fights by providing distraction and focus for the dog when needed. Leave it is another command that uses partnered obedience to keep the dog safe. It’s a bit more difficult than focus, but just as necessary. Take two treats. Holding your dog, place one treat on the floor, restraining your dog with your other hand. Show the dog the treat you have in your hand and tell the dog what a good dog it’s been to “leave it” with the treat on the floor. Then release the dog with the command “take it” or “get it”. Repeat. As before, lengthen the time between the command to leave it and the permission to take it. Also, slowly phase out the secondary treat used to get your dogs attention off the original treat on the floor. This command can also be used to “leave” another dog, toy or anything else alone. Although this is a more difficult concept to teach, it can keep you dog from food items that may hurt it, such as chocolate, as well as another dog or person.

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So, what’s it like to own a Pot Bellied Pig

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’m sure it’s a wonderful experience, but just to be certain, I paid a visit to Ranch of the Little Hearts and I sat down one-onone with owner and breeder, Dawn Rivas.

Dawn is a real sweetheart who couldn’t hide her love or affection for these darling little pigs (she’s been at this unique endeavor for well over three years) “Kisses,” a female pig, joined us; she happily soaked up all of Dawn’s kisses while having her belly rubbed, and soon nodded off into dreamland while we chatted. I asked Dawn some questions from a “what if” perspective:

in a few ways. However, in spite of being predatory creatures, they can be leash trained, although it’s best to do so early on; otherwise a pig finds it quite intrusive when a leash makes he or she feel as if some of its freedom is being infringed upon. Pigs require a harness which is designed in accordance to their unique anatomy. A pot-bellied pig’s head is smaller than its neck; its neck & girth are equal in size.

What if I wanted to adopt one of these pigs… once born, how soon could it come home with me; what could I expect once I got it home … and what if I wanted two?!

There’s not much shedding with pigs, so a bath can be given less frequently than with a dog.

Dawn told me that a baby pig gets weaned when it is about four or five weeks old; once it shows interest in pig-pellet food, she knows it’s ready for an adoptive home.

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They like to be fed in the a.m. and again in the p.m.; and wel-

come in-between snacks which should be limited to fruits and veggies with some Cheerios thrown in. Dawn says these types of snacks ensure healthy weight and skin. Each pig is individual of course, so weight should be monitored as such. A mini pig’s weight reaches 40-70 lbs. Two pigs can get along famously but there’s a catch — adopt them at the same time because later on, after he or she has become accustomed to its territory and owner’s attention, well things could get rough -- a jealous pig is no fun at all! Pigs can live happily with both dogs and cats, but they are sensitive to any stranger in the house. Pigs love short car rides, but again it’s best to have this activity introduced early on, otherwise you may not be able to interest your pet in riding about town with you. They love to snuggle, and appreciate lots of blankets in addition to hugs and cuddling. Early bonding is essential otherwise pigs, being quite independent creatures, may not be interested in warming up to you later on; they’re terribly sweet, but they’ve got their pride!

All pigs leave Dawn’s ranch fully pottytrained; males are neutered, but females can’t get spayed until much later on.

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Once you get your little darling home, it’s best to confine he or she in an enclosed area with potty-pads; once they acclimate to their new environment, they can have their run of the house, and won’t let you down. Eventually they’ll prefer to evacuate outside, and aren’t shy about letting you know when they need to ‘go’ by pushing against the door with their head. Dawn assures me that noise-wise there’s not much oinking or squealing, as long as they are fed and cared for properly. I didn’t leave with a pig but I’m definitely going back for a visit soon once the next litter arrives.

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Cute and cuddly but not to be messed with, skunks can pose a threat to pets and humans alike. With 6 species roaming North America, coming across these black and white creatures can be easy. Active during dawn and dusk, skunks do not see very well but have excellent hearing and sense of smell. Spraying their noxious perfume is part of their defense mechanism, but it is used as the second line of defense, rather than their first. First they will warn off what they perceive as a threat with hissing, stamping their feet, and raising their tail. If unheeded, they spray their musk which is in reality anal gland secretions. The secretions can be accurately sprayed 7-15ft. It is a potent combo of 7 major volatile components including thiols, which cause the sulfur odor, and thioacetates, which react with water to become smelly; this last component explains why some animals will smell worse after a bath. Besides the smell, the most common clinical signs that a pet has been skunked are related to irritation because of the spray and where it came into contact. Redness and swelling around the eyes, squinting and rubbing of the face can be seen. Rolling, sneezing, and vomiting may also be seen. For the majority of cases this is the norm and pet decontamination is key to treatment. Eyes should be flushed with water first. Bathing is the next step. Though there are some over the counter de-skunking shampoos available, the most reliable is a mixture that can be made at home.

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Wanagi Wolf fund & Rescue WWF&R mission is to stop the breeding of wolves and wolf-dogs as pets and to protect those that are already here by spaying & neutering to let them live their lives out with respect. Stephanie Kaylan, the founder and president of the Wanagi Wolf Fund and Rescue has been involved in wolf and wolf-dog rescue since 1994 and was nominated for the New Mexico Milagro Award (for Animal Protection) three times. Educating future generations is one of Stephanie’s main goals, because children are the future. The Wanagi wolves and wolf-dogs often have a very special bond with children. The more young people volunteer to help the Wanagi Wolf Fund and Rescue, the more she can educate the next generation about these wonderful animals, the brighter the future will be for the animals. And the more love and joy the animals will feel. Stephanie prays that the Wanagi Wolf Fund & Rescue organization will help set an example for others and that the abuse, neglect and breeding of wolf-dogs will cease. She is but one being trying to make a difference, and cannot do it alone. She believe we can all make a difference for the better. We just have to wake up, look beyond our own noses and get involved.

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