May 2013

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Issue 4: Volume 7

Cover photo and this photo by Paw Prints by Jamie PetPhotography.

contents

EVENT CALENDAR 6May 2013

THE SCOOP 7Canine News and Happenings

SPECIAL FEATURE 9Pet Safety

TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 14Creating a Dog-Friendly Backyard

HEALTH & WELLNESS 18Crisis Management: A Guide

BODY & SOUL 20Where’s the Dog?

ADOPTION 24Pug Hearts Houston Pug Rescue

VETERINARY DIRECTORY 26

PublisherJennifer Kitchens-Street(281) [email protected]

Advertising(281) [email protected]

Contributing WritersJan DavidsonBob WilliamsHeather Merrill

Staff PhotographerJamie Fincherwww.pawprintsbyjamie.com

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May 2013For a full listing of events, visit: www.urbanpawsmagazine.com/events

MAY 3National Specially-abled Pets Day. Celebrated

nationally and internationally, National Specially-

abled Pets Day encourages adoption always and

for people who would like to bring a new furry

family member home, to consider a specially-abled

pet. For more information, visit

www.disabledpetsday.com.

MAY 3-5National Adoption Weekend at all PetSmart stores.

Adoption partners will have animals on-site at all

PetSmart stores through the weekend. For a list of

locations, visit www.petsmartcharities.org.

MAY 4Montgomery County Animal Society’s Bake Sale &

Craft Sale. Pick up something just in time for

Mother’s Day. All items are homemade and bene-

fit the MCAS foster and shelter animals. 8535 Hwy

242 in Conroe. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more

information, email montgomerycountyanimalsoci-

[email protected].

MAY 4La Vita Dolce Wine Walk benefiting Italian

Greyhound Rescue Houston. 1824 Spring Street

from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Guests are provided with a

wine glass and may visit all tables tasting various

wines from Italy. To order tickets, visit

http://683692557174256173.wee

bly.com/index.html.

MAY 5Adoption event at Petco in Conroe. 1410 North

Loop 336. Visit the adoptable animals from Adopt

a Rescue Friend (AARF) from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. For

more adoption event dates, visit

www.aarfhouston.org.

MAY 16PAWS Houston’s 4th Annual Beach Party. PAWS

Houston is kicking off the summer pool side at the

Hotel ZaZa from 6:00 - 10:30 p.m. Join us for an

exciting evening of food, drinks and fun. R.S.V.P. to

[email protected] or call 713-840-PAWS

(7297).

MAY 18Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue’s Annual Bring

Your Own Beagle (BYOB) event. The absolute

favorite event of every Beagle! There are games

and contests for the beagles and all the food the

humans can eat. Paws Pet Resort, 3425 Couch

Street. Noon - 4:00 p.m. For more information,

visit houstonbeaglerescue.org.

MAY 18Pet Health Fair at the Conroe Animal Shelter,300 W. Davis Street. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $5vaccines and $20 spay/neuter vouchers.

MAY 19-25National Dog Bite Prevention Week

MAY 25Low Cost Vaccination Clinic at Special Pals Shelter.

3830 Greenhouse Road from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. No

appointment necessary. For more information,

visit www.specialpalsshelter.org.

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the scoop

Natura Pet Expands Voluntary Recall ofDry Pet Foods Natura Pet Products is voluntarily expanding itsMarch 29, 2013 recall of dry pet foods becausethey have the potential to be contaminated withSalmonella. The expanded recall now includesall dry pet food products and treats with expira-tion dates prior to and including March 24,2014. Consumers who have purchased these pet

foods should discard them. For additionalinformation, consumers may visitwww.naturapet.com. For a product replacementor refund call Natura toll-free at 800-224-6123.(Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST).

Website Connects Sponsors with PetParents in Need of Spay/NeuterAssistance

Get Your Fix isa program cre-ated by FiXit, a

Virginia based non-profit to introduce petowners in need of sponsors who wish to helpby funding a spay/neuter surgery. With this free service, pet owners can create

a pet profile and wait to be contacted by asponsor. Once selected, a low-cost clinic inyour area will be recommended. Sponsors havethe choice of communicating directly with theowners or they can make a flat donation toFiXit for the spay/neuter of a specific animal.A list of local, low-cost spay/neuter

providers is also available on the website. Formore information on this program, visitwww.getyourfix.org.

Urban Paws Magazine 7

Statewide Charitable Public Art Event onDisplay Throughout Texas

Paws for a Purrposeis a Texas statewidecharitable public artevent consisting of60 beautiful works ofart on fiberglasssculptures of thepets we so dearly

cherish. Life-size dogs and cats of differentsizes, shapes and poses will be included alongwith two mini-cows and a few surprises. In June, South Texas College of Law will

turn the 9th floor of the law school into an artgallery and host a special reception to unveilthe art. The “gallery” will be open daily fromlate June to late August. From late Augustthrough late October, the art pieces will bemoved to high-end retail stores, hotels, cardealerships, museums, restaurants, and lawoffices in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin,San Antonio, Wichita Falls, and Amarillo togenerate excitement for the upcoming celebri-ty-hosted live auction of the art. The auction will be part of festivities to be held onThursday, November 7, 2013, at TheDowntown Club at Houston Center, 1100Caroline, from 6-9:30 p.m. Proceeds from thesponsorships and the live auction will supportthe Texas Humane Legislation Network(THLN) and South Texas College of Law’sAnimal Law Clinic (STCL).To see all the fabulous art pieces and learn

more, visit www.pawsforapurrpose.com.


the scoop

Spring Bark 2013

The annual Spring Bark event was held atNorthshore Park in The Woodlands on April13th. Hosted by the Lone Star Animal WelfareLeague, the event benefits homeless dogs andcats.

Hundreds of dog lovers gathered to seeadoptable dogs from various rescue organiza-tions and shop the vendor booths. Among theactivities were Rally Obedience demonstrations,Toys rather than Treats fun obedience trainingtips and puzzle games for dogs.Making an appearance this year was Cronkite,

the News 92 FM Newshound handing out paw-tographs. Music was provided by DuaineHatfield.

This year’s major sponsors include GillmanSubaru, Forest Shadows Pet Resort and TexasDoghouse.

special feature

Pet Safety 101


ChocolateWhile it’s delicious to us, it canbe dangerous to dogs.It’s always a good idea to keepyour dog’s nose out of yourchocolate stash. Do you knowwhy different types of choco-late affect dogs differently? Orwhy cats are less likely toindulge?

We love our pets and want the very best forthem. We want them to be happy and healthy.While most pet owners are aware of the mostcommon dangers for pets, there is a litany ofthose that are less common.

Did you know that over 500,000 pets areaffected by home and commercial fires eachyear in the U.S.? Of those 500,000 pets affected,over 40,000 pets are killed. To learn more aboutfire protection and preparedness, see page 11for the infographic.

Many household products are toxic to ourpets. Leaving a bottle of Ibuprofin within reachof a pet can mean big trouble. There are alsodangers lurking in the yard. Several commonplants and flowers are also harmful to our pets.The best thing any pet owner can do is to beeducated on the household toxins (both insidethe house and outside).

Top 10 Pet Poisons

1. Chocolate2. Insect bait stations3. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison)4. Fertilizers5. Xylitol (found in sugar free gum & candy)6. Ibuprofen (Advil® or Motrin®)7. Acetaminophen (Tylenol®)8. Silica gel packs9. Amphetamines (ADD/ADHD drugs)10. Household cleaners


special feature

Know the Signs of Poisoning in Dogs and Cats

Signs of poisoning in pets can widely range

based on the underlying poison. If you think

your dog or cat has been poisoned, call your vet-

erinarian or the Pet Poison Helpline (800-213-

6680) immediately. When it comes to poisoning,

the sooner you treat your dog or cat, the better

the outcome.

While this is not a complete list, some common

signs of poisoning generally include:

Gastrointestinal Signs• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Drooling or hypersalivation

• Loss of appetite

• Nausea

Internal Bleeding• Coughing of blood

• Vomiting blood

• Pale gums

• Racing heart rate

• Weakness or lethargy

• Collapse

Kidney Failure• Halitosis

• Loss of appetite

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Excessive thirst or urination

• Absence or decreased urination

Liver Failure• Jaundice/yellow discoloration of the gums

• Weakness or collapse secondary to low blood

sugar

• Dull mentation or acting abnormally

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Black, tarry stool

11 Plants Poisonous to Pets

1. Autumn Crocus2. Azalea3. Cyclamen4. Kalanchoe5. Lilies6. Oleander7. Dieffenbachia8. Daffodils9. Lily of the Valley10. Sago Palm11. Tulips and Hyacinths


Infographic provided by Compliance and Safety

“Our dog chasespeople on a bike.We’ve had to take

it off him.”

Winston Churchill

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training & behavior


Creating a Dog-Friendly

Backyard


etting your dog have a free romp in your

yard keeps him exercised, active and

happy; however, dogs that are kept in a bland

backyard all day are far more likely to misbe-

have. The following tips will help make your

yard more comfortable and appealing to your

dog.

POISONOUS INGESTIBLESDogs that are bored or hungry will be tempted

to eat poisonous plants and flowers or mulch,

which can be toxic or splinter in their mouths or

stomachs. Ask your vet for a list of poisonous

plants. Avoid gardening with your dog

present–he may conclude that playing with

plants and digging are acceptable activities. Also

put away dangerous products like lawn chemi-

cals (fertilizers and weed killers), antifreeze, pes-

ticides and outdoor grilling supplies like char-

coal and lighter fluid.

CHEWINGDogs chew for various reasons, such as stress,

boredom, teething or diet deficiency. The easiest

way to stop your dog from chewing is to apply a

foul tasting product such as Grannick’s Bitter

Apply spray, citronella or hot chili sauce to it.

Give your dog an alternative and keep him

entertained by providing high-quality puzzle

toys that reward him with treats, such as

KONG® products. Every few days, rotate what

toys are available to him.

WATERBe sure that the yard includes a large water bowl

filled with fresh water in all seasons. If you

choose to incorporate a water feature such as a

small pond, be sure that it circulates water to

avoid mosquitos. Still water ponds need harmful

chemical additives to kill the larvae that will

grow.

SHADEWhile being outside can make for a happy dog,

being stuck in the blazing sun is unhealthy.

Create a cool spot for your pooch by selecting

an area in a shady place where he can relax in

comfort–otherwise, your dog may create his

own spot in an area not of your choosing.

DIGGINGDogs dig in search of food, to investigate

sounds and smells, to improve their shelter or to

escape. Digging can be triggered by boredom,

separation anxiety, chasing rodents or bugs

and/or a nutritional deficiency. A qualified dog

behavioral therapist can help you determine the

reason for your dog;s digging so that a possible

training solution can be found.

FENCES AND GATESA fence helps to keep your dog safely on your

property and out of harm’s way. If your yard has

a traditional fence (chain link or wood), be sure

that all gates latch correctly each time that they

are closed. If there are any holes, fill them with

L

By: Bob Williams, Bark Busters Home Dog Training


cides–until the chemicals have dried completely.

Also be careful of metal lawn edging, which

could cut your dog’s paws.

DOG HOUSESDogs are more relaxed when they are covered

and in familiar surroundings. Place the dog

house next to your family’s house so that your

dog feels like it is an extension of the larger den.

Provide a blanket or other comfy bedding.

Choose a house made of naturally rot-resistant

materials such as plastic or red cedar, but do not

use pressure-treated wood, which can contain

arsenic. Use rustproof, galvanized nails and

screws.

The house should be raised from the ground

to insulate the dog from moisture and chills, and

should be large enough for him to comfortably

turn around but small enough to retain his body

heat. In colder climates, your dog may appreci-

ate a heated dog house, whether created by a

dog house heater or a solar panel.

Training your dog will keep him mentally stim-

ulated and help to decrease his overall level of

stress. Remember, you can correct your dog for

digging, barking, scratching at the door, etc.

ONLY if you catch him in the act; correcting

after the event is pointless. A qualified dog

behavioral therapist can help you discover the

source of the reasons for your dog’s outdoor

misbehaviors and can provide ways to correct

the problems. Your dog and your family will be

happier for it!

bricks or large stones.

Because some homeowners associations do

not allow traditional fences, a popular alternative

is the electronic or “invisible” dog fence.

Choosing this type of barrier has many bene-

fits–it keeps the landscape tidy–as well as draw-

backs. While the fence may keep your pet in, it

doesn’t keep other animals or people out.

MAINTAINING THE YARDMaintain your yard’s cleanliness by regularly

picking up after your dog. Some dogs can be

trained to use one area for toileting. While the

nitrogen in dog urine can be very hard on lawns,

watering the area after the dog has urinated can

help to minimize the damage.

Keep your dog off the lawn after any treat-

ments–fertilizers, herbicides or insecti-


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LIFE SAVERWhen your out on the water with Fido, putyour mind at ease with an Outward Hound lifejackets. Perfect for superior floatation for dogsat the beach, pool, boats and kayaks.www.kyjen.com.

PET ALERT SIGNSLightweight yet rigid and durable signs alert fireand rescue personnel to both the presence andthe number of pets on the premises. Reflective,weather resistant and fire resistant. Available atwww.rezqpets.com.

hen you have an animal who is ill,

elderly or special needs, it is likely

that you will face a crisis at some

point in their care. A time when The Decision

asks to be made. Or smaller decisions about

what and how much care, when to treat and

when to accept, which course to pursue.

These decisions can be heart-wrenching,

paralyzing, confusing, frustrating and

overwhelming.

Making DecisionsIt is almost inevitable that at some point in

your life with your animal companion you

will be faced with one tough decision or

another. It could be how and whether to

treat an injury, disease, or condition. It

could be whether or not to give a medica-

tion. It could be whether to try to save

him or her or let him or her go. They are

big, life decisions that can be completely

overwhelming. And often they come abut

at just the wrong moment - when your

spouse, partner or support system are out

of place; when work is most demanding;

when you are sick; when you have a mil-

lion other demands on your time; when

finances are tight. For whatever reason,

they occur disproportionately in the mid-

dle of the night on a weekend.

While your veterinary team is there to help

you make informed decisions, they are

required to give you options. And required to

tell you all the risks. Sometimes they will be

willing to share with you what they would do in

your shoes, but often that does not feel com-

fortable to them and would not be right. You

don't want to be cheap when it comes to your

W

Part II - Crisis Management: A Guide

health & wellness


animal, but sometimes the interventions pro-

posed don't feel right and the financial burdens

are real and daunting. You may not be con-

vinced that just because we "can", we necessari-

ly "should". You want to weigh the potential

benefit against the effect on your animal's qual-

ity of life. And you have no choice but to con-

sider the realities of your own life.

So how do you make these decisions? How do

you weigh the options and the risks?

Our Guide for Making Decisions in CrisisIn a crisis, it is completely normal for your emo-

tions to overwhelm you, your brain to work

overtime, and the constant chatter of those

around you to confuse you. While it may seem

like you must make a decision in that very

instant it is almost never the case that you can't

take a few minutes to calm yourself and get to a

place where a good decision, one you can live

with without regret, can be made.

We love the work of Viki Kind, a Clinical

Bioethicist who works with families to make

health care decisions for their incapacitated

loved ones (your pet is no different than a

human who cannot fully communicate his or

her wishes). Her book, "The Caregiver's Path to

Compassionate Decision Making: Making

Choices for Those Who Can't", is a wonderful

read. Yes, it is written with humans in mind, but

like so much of our work, we find the work of

our human hospice and palliative care counter-

parts is light years ahead of veterinary medicine

and equally applicable to our animal family

members.

Over the last 6 weeks, I have been working with

Viki to adapt one of her tools for use in our

work with animals. The result is the Care

Giver's Crisis Planning Guide which we are

delighted to share with you. We encourage you

to take even just 10-15 minutes to read it and

complete the worksheet so you have it handy

when you need it. To download a pdf of the

guide, please visit

http://urbanpawsmagazine.com/?p=2329.

Always remember: NO ONE knows your ani-

mal better than you do. You know his or her

wants, wishes, needs and feelings. You are the

expert when it comes to your baby. Trust your

gut; it will never lead you wrong.

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By: Heather Merrill, C.T.


body & soul

Where’s the Dog? By: Jan Davidson, Elegant Hippy

So what does this have to do with holistic living?Everything! This wonderful dog, who just mightbe very loved by her family, is on the streets andgoing to a shelter because no one noticed shewas missing. It is so easy for dogs to slip out ofthe yard or the house…or worse yet, be takenfrom the yard. We need to be aware of the risksand take action to help prevent escapes.

By taking some simple steps to ensure yourfour-legged family member is safe, you addressthe three parts of holistic living for your littlebuddy and yourself. Do you know where yourdog is?

Jan Davidson is a certified natural products manufacturer,aromatherapist, holistic health consultant, and Reiki master.She is part owner of Elegant Hippy. www.eleganthippy.com.


olistic living is considering the body,mind, and soul in all you do. Thesame goes for your four-legged

friend. I’ve talked before about feeding goodfood, fresh water, exercise, and just plain lovingon your buddy. Living holistically also includesensuring their safety.

Case in point: Little wire-haired dachshund Ifound wandering near the neighborhoodpark…on a busy street…while walking my dogs.Friendly little girl who came up to say “hello.” Ichecked with those at the park and no one knewwhere she lived. My little pack now increased, atleast temporarily, by one.

Since it was a Sunday, there were no options forher so she stayed with me overnight. I am asucker for dogs…I have three. I was surprisedshe was quiet in the crate overnight and patient-ly hangs out in there.

Unfortunately, today this sweet little girl is goingto a shelter because I cannot permanently addanother four-legged friend to the group. She isgoing having had stickers picked from her hair,teeth and ears looked at, a couple of goodmeals, a couple of Reiki sessions, and some lov-ing.

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The Cute Story It had been a long day at the dog show. The owner of two Rho-desian Ridgebacks was exhausted. She was going to rush into a fast food place, grab a sandwich, and the go back to the hotel. She had bought two 5-count Buckaroo Beef packages to mix in with the dry Solid Gold dog food that night. It was easier than trying to open a can of meat. Her two Ridgebacks were sleeping quietly in the van. Should she leave the new packages of Buckaroo Beef in the front seat or not? The two fi ve packs were equivalent to almost 14 lbs. so they couldn’t possibly be that hungry. She had planned to break up the patties for supper, for a bedtime snack and breakfast with kibble. Sounded like a good plan. Rhodesians are very smart. When she returned to her van, all ten patties were gone, they had very carefully opened the packages and enjoyed every bite. Now for a little water, please. So much for the best laid plans---

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Suzy is a fawn female who is 10 years old,but you would never know her age by heractivity level. Suzy is a bird dog trapped ina pug's body. She has made it her missionto seek out and alert her foster parents tobirds lurking in bushes and flying aroundthe yard. Suzy is independent, opinionat-ed and a major flirt. She can also be a tat-tle tale when the other pups are up to nogood. Suzy would love a home where shecan be taken on walks. This is one seniorwho rocks!

Join us in helping our four-legged friends find loving homes. Adopt a dog today!

Pug Hearts of Houston Pug Rescuewww.pughearts.org

PugHearts of Houston Pug Rescue is a true 501(c)(3) non-profit charity founded in the Houston areaby dedicated pug owners and lovers. Our mission is the rescue, rehabilitation and permanent place-ment of needy pugs into loving homes.

adoption

Gage is a 8 year old male that came to us2 years ago from a local shelter. He had aneye removed and is blind in the other eye.This has never slowed Gage down. He isheartworm negative and otherwisehealthy. He is a good boy and prefers thecompany of people and female dogs.Males dogs can make Gage nervous. Hewill be fine if they are laid back and calm,but too much activity or noise makes himfeel threatened and scared. He loved towrestle and play and would prefer ahome with only one other dog. Gage willcuddle and loves to snuggle with his peo-ple on the bed. He deals with some itchyskin and needs to be on a good qualitygrain free food. Gage has waited a longtime to find his forever family. I tell himthey are out there, we just have to lookhard. Are you the family for Gage?

Photo by Paw Prints by Jamie Pet Photography.

Our cover dog, Gage!


Suzy


OscarIt’s been a little over a year now that Oscarhas been in rescue and he is so ready forhis family to find him. He is such a lovingand wonderful boy. Oscar’s face defiesdescription. He has the most unusual faceand 99% of the time he looks like he’s smil-ing at me. Oscar was so sick when he cameto PugHearts that his prognosis was notvery hopeful. He had severe heartwormsand it was questionable if he would sur-vive the necessary treatment. It was veryhard on him and he had some very badmoments, but through it all, Oscar hasbeen a trooper, he never gave up. He hasreally developed his personality since hefeels better. He is quite clownish and hecontinually makes me smile. He has alsoshown a marked improvement in his activ-ity level. At the PugHearts events, Oscar isvery social and adores the children (oradults) to pay attention to him. He will rollover and put his tummy out there for anyand all to rub. He’s a perfectly behavedgentleman, he is house trained and willjust slip right into any routine that a familyhas. Oscar is a miracle. He’s been waitingfor over a year so we’re hoping that theperfect person, or family, will be comingalong to give him the life he deserves verysoon. The only requirement Oscar has is tobe loved, everything else is just icing onthe cake.

Jojo

Jojo is a fawn male who came to us inNovember of 2010 from an abusive back-yard breeder. Apparently he was starved,kicked, and left outside in the elements forall of his 7 years. His physical issues includ-ed malnutrition, heartworms, brokenteeth, and a bad back with fused vertebrae.All his physical issues have been addressed.His heartworms have been treated, and hehas tested heartworm negative for morethan a year now. His emotional scars havetaken longer to heal. Jojo is a sensitive soul.He is easily stressed: thunderstorms terrifyhim (a Thundershirt helps), and too muchactivity and noise also make him feel inse-cure. He is the first one to sense when oneof his foster brothers or sisters doesn’t feelwell, and will cuddle them or share his bed. Jojo will be on daily medicine for his backpain and to calm him for the rest of his life.A back massage is a high point of his day.He needs his special person and structureto feel safe, otherwise he tends to chew onhimself, and will make his flanks bleed. Hisperfect forever home would be an experi-enced dog owner who is retired or worksfrom home, and rarely has children about.He has so much love to give and is a won-derful dog to share your pillow with atnight. Jojo is nearing 10 years old now, anddeserves a home of his own.

vet directory

VETERINARY DIRECTORY | 2013

Laurie Noaker, DVM, DACVIMVeterinary Emergency Referral Group,Inc. (VERGI)8921 Katy FreewayHouston, Texas 77024(p): 713.932.9589(w): www.vergi247.com

Christie Cornelius, DVMLast Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia1302 Waugh Drive, Suite 968Houston, Texas 77019(p:) 713.452.0474(w): www.petslastwishes.com

Rick Wall, DVM, CCRPCenter for Veterinary Pain Managementand Rehabilitation10807 Kuykendahl Road, Suite 406The Woodlands, Texas 77382(p): 281.298.5509(e): [email protected]

Nicholas J. Millichamp,BVetMed, PhD, DVOphthal, DipECVO,MRCVSEye Care for Animals17395 Tomball Parkway #3-HHouston, Texas 77064(p): 281.890.3937(w): www.eyecareforanimals.com

Angel Ibanez, DVMAngel’s Pet Hospital24734 Kuykendahl RoadTomball, Texas 77375(p:) 281.290.0360(w): www.angelspethospital.com

Clara Scott, DVMMy Family Vet20120 Kuykendahl RoadSpring, Texas 77379(p): 281.288.0500(w): www.myfamilyvet.com

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