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EVENT CALENDAR 6December 2012

THE SCOOP 7Canine News and Happenings

TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 8Rover’s World: Wrong Job

SPECIAL FEATURE 132012 Holiday Gift Guide

BODY & SOUL 16The Greatest Gift

BUYER BEWARE 22Purchasing Pet Medications Online

ADOPTION 24Tiny Paws Rescue

PublisherJennifer Kitchens-Street(281) [email protected]

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Contributing WritersJan DavidsonJeff Drier

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December 2012 Events For a full listing of events, visit:www.urbanpawsmagazine.com/events

DECEMBER 1Garage Sale Benefiting Tiny Paws RescueFind a one-of-a-kind treasure while helping thedogs of Tiny Paws. 308 East Main Street inTomball. 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more infor-mation, visit www.tinypawsrescue.com.

DECEMBER 1Paws with Clause & Muttcracker MarketHelp homeless animals by giving your bestfriend a special day. Events include holidayphotos, pet contests, shopping and live musicby Duaine Hatfield. Northshore Park in TheWoodlands. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Visitwww.lsawl.org for more information.

DECEMBER 2National Mutt DayThis day is all about embracing, saving and cel-ebrating mixed breed dogs. National Mutt Daywas created to raise awareness and educate thepublic about the many mixed breed dogs thatdesperately await new homes. For more infor-mation, visit www.nationalmuttday.com.

DECEMBER 1-24Gift Wrapping for the Holiday SeasonGift wrapping with the Houston Beagle andHound Rescue at Barnes & Noble Town andCountry. The beagles will be working theiradorable little paws trying to wrap gifts.Contact the store for our scheduled dates andtimes at 713.465.5616.

DECEMBER 82nd Annual Jingle Tails Fun Run and WalkHoliday-themed family-friendly run and walkto benefit Special Pals shelter in West Houston.The Lake House at Cinco Ranch, 25202

Springwood Lake Dr. in Katy. 7:00 registration.8:00 a.m. run/walk begins. Register online athttp://jingletails2012.eventbrite.com. See page7 for full details.

DECEMBER 84th Annual Micro-Chipping & AdoptionEventSanta Paws is coming to town, and he’s bring-ing free micro-chips for all of the City ofHumble dogs & kitties. Even if you don’t livein the City of Humble, you can micro-chipyour furry family member for only $10 thatincludes a free lifetime registration. Dogs andcats will also be available for adoption. HumbleCivic Arena, 8322 Will Clayton Parkway. 10:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information, call713.320.1108.

DECEMBER 9Paws and Clause Pet FestivalGleannloch Farms Dog Park on NorthpointeDrive. 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. The event will includephotos in Santa’s sleigh for $10.00, music, facepainting, food, dog training by Michael Baughof Fox 26 News, Dog massage by MassageEnvy, silent auction baskets, pet relatedvendors and available rescue dogs. Special per-formance by Houston Canine Frisbee Discclub. For more information, visitwww.glfpets.com.

DECEMBER 20Chili’s Give Back DayEnjoy a meal at the Indian Springs Chili’srestaurant in The Woodlands and a percentageof the day’s sales will benefit Tiny PawsRescue.

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TRIM THE MCAS VIRTUAL CHRISTMASTREEYou can make the holidays brighter for shelterdogs & cats! For a small donation, you canhelp trim the virtual tree with doggie bonesand kitty fishies in memory of a loved one orpet.Every bone and fish purchased goes directly

toward helping MCASociety (the shelter's offi-cial non-profit partner) provide vetting for sickfoster pets - and much more! To purchase avirtual ornament, visit www.mcas.org.

ABANDONED ANIMAL RESCUE SHEL-TER UPDATEIn memory of a young man who loved dogs,his family approached AAR with the idea of aplay-ground for the dogs awaiting adoptionand Clark’s Bark Park was born. Throughdonations and a fundraiser, Clark’s family hasraised $7,585 towards the project. Although noplans have been finalized, AAR hopes toinclude king of the hill pieces, dog crawl tun-nels, and, eventually, a pool. To sponsor a piece of playground equip-

ment, contact [email protected], or callDebbie at 281-802-8540.

SPECIAL PALS AND CINCO LIFE PRES-ENT THE SECOND ANNUAL JINGLETAILS FUN RUN & WALKKick off the howl-idays with a fun run/walk inCinco Ranch! At the Second Annual JingleTails Fun Run & Walk, runners and walkers ontwo and four legs will trot along a 1.9 mileconcrete trail around Spring Lake in Cinco

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Ranch, beginning and ending at The LakeHouse at Cinco Ranch. All participants willreceive an early holiday present of thank yougoodies, and all funds raised during the eventwill benefit Special Pals. The event is beinggenerously sponsored by Cinco Life.“We are so excited to be presenting Jingle

Tails for a second year,” said Yvonne David,President of Special Pals. “The track at SpringLake is made for runners and walkers, and weknow everyone will have a great time.”New this year is the Lap-a-Thon, designed

for super runners who want to push them-selves to go the extra mile. Runners can collectpledges for the number of laps they can run ofthe 1.9 mile track in a 1.5 hour period. Lapsand times will be tracked through a chip oneach Lap-a-Thon entrant’s running bib andrecorded on site. Once you're signed up, we'llask if you're interested in the regular 1.9 runonly, or if you'd like to receive Lap-A-Thonpledge info for this event.Participants with pets are asked to bring plas-

tic bags in accordance with Cinco Ranch’scommunity policies. After the run/walk, partic-ipants will be treated to holiday-themed funoutside The Lake House, including hot cocoa,a costume contest for children and dogs, andholiday crafts. Supporters who are unable to attend the

event also have the option of being “Santa’sHelpers”, and for a $20 donation an eventgoodie bag will be sent to them from the elvesat Special Pals.

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training


e sometimes give our dogs jobswhich they are not suited for. Whenwe do, we sometimes get unintend-

ed consequences. One consequence we've seenfairly often is a stressed dog.

We worked with a nice couple who own a carrepair business. They have a big four year old pitbull terrier they named Tank. They thought itwould be a good idea to leave Tank at their busi-ness at night to "protect" it. Tank however did-n't want to guard their business, he was happiestbeing a companion, just snuggling and playingcatch the bouncing ball. He did not have thetemperament to be left by himself and be aguard.

He was stressed. Left alone night after night wastoo much for him and he started making mis-takes in judgment. He had no idea why he wasbeing left alone whereas before he always wenthome with his family.

W He started growling no matter who approachedhim. He couldn't tell friend from foe. He evengrowled at his owners when they brought himhis food, especially his dinner meal. That’s whenthey contacted me. They wanted him to stopgrowling at people during the day, especially atthem. We discussed Tank and his behavior for a whileand I then asked them to get Tank, who waschained up at the far end of their parking lot. Icould see Tank stiffen as they approached him.They got him and brought him on leash backinside the garage, where we had been talking.

I had them walk him around a little. Each timehe was brought near me he bristled. His hacklescame up and he gave me a look which was easi-ly read as I'll rip you apart if I get the chance.

I brought out his ball and just started bouncingit. Tank stopped, looked at me with the ball andhis demeanor changed completely. His tail,

Tank

Rover’s World: Wrong Job By Jeff Drier, Bark Busters Home Dog Training


which had been tucked under, relaxed and start-ed wagging. His mouth, which had beenclamped closed, opened and he started a happypant. Even his eyes, which had been "hard",softened.

I asked them to drop the leash and when theydid I bounced the ball to Tank. He pounced onit just like a little puppy. You could see his joy. Icalled him to bring it to me and he did. Hedropped it right in my hand and backed up so hecould encourage me to bounce it again, which Idid. I did that a few times then asked the coupleto take over.

As they played with Tank we discussed the jobthey had given him and what they really wantedfrom their relationship with him. They werereally having fun with him and they came to therealization that turning him into their nightguard was not in his or their best interests.

It wasn't an easy decision, butthey decided to get an actualsecurity system and let Tank bethe happy ball chaser he wasborn to be.

Tank is really very people friend-ly and it didn't take him very longbefore he was back to his happyself. Now if you stop at theirbusiness it's not surprising to begreeted by a big dog carrying avery wet ball. If you're braveenough to ask for the ball you'llbe rewarded with a slobbery balldropped in your lap. Tank nowhas the proper job, greeter and ball chaser.

We've seen dogs given the responsibility to be

bodyguards, neighborhood watch dogs, heads offamilies and as with Tank, security guards.Sometimes the dogs are given these jobs on pur-pose, most of the time however it's inadvertent.Most dogs aren't suited for these jobs. They getstressed when they are given responsibilitiesthey aren't equipped to handle or even under-stand. Most are more suited to be hiking bud-dies, walking or running companions, play pals,or like Rover, swimming companions. Give yourdog a job he's suited for and you'll all be happi-er.

Talk about giving dogs the perfect job. I metMark at Bark in the Park last Saturday. He hastwo soccer playing border collies. His business is"Soccer Collies". His dogs' natural drive to herdhelps them "herd" the ball right into the goal.Talk about fun. I spent quite a while watchingthese two happy dogs score goal after goalagainst kids of all sizes and ages. Both the dogsand the people were having a blast!

Rover and me


Holly, Jolly and Oh So Safe!Pet safety tips to keep your holiday stress free

f course you want toinclude your furrycompanions in the

festivities, pet parents, but asyou celebrate this holiday sea-son, try to keep your pet's eat-ing and exercise habits as closeto their normal routine as pos-sible. And be sure to steer themclear of the following unhealthytreats, toxic plants and danger-ous decorations:

No Feasting for the Furries By now you know not to feed your pets choco-late and anything sweetened with xylitol, but doyou know the lengths to which an enterprisingfur kid will go to chomp on something yummy?Make sure to keep your pets away from the tableand unattended plates of food, and be sure tosecure the lids on garbage cans.

Toy Joy Looking to stuff your pet's stockings? Choosegifts that are safe. Dogs have been known to teartheir toys apart and swallowing the pieces, whichcan then become lodged in the esophagus,stomach or intestines. Stick with chew toys thatare basically indestructible, Kongs that can bestuffed with healthy foods or chew treats thatare designed to be safely digestible.

Long, stringy things are a feline's dream, but themost risky toys for cats involve ribbon, yarn andloose little parts that can get stuck in the intes-tines, often necessitating surgery. Surprise kittywith a new ball that's too big to swallow, astuffed catnip toy or the interactive cat dancer—and tons of play sessions together.

Forget the Mistletoe & Holly Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffernausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe cancause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascularproblems. And many varieties of lilies, can causekidney failure in cats if ingested. Opt for just-as-

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O’ Christmas Tree Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it does-n't tip and fall, causing possible injury to yourpet. This will also prevent the tree water—whichmay contain fertilizers that can cause stomachupset—from spilling. Stagnant tree water is abreeding ground for bacteria and your pet couldend up with nausea or diarrhea should heimbibe.

Tinsel-less Town Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching "toy"that's easy to bat around and carry in theirmouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow,which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract,severe vomiting, dehydration and possible sur-gery. It's best to brighten your boughs withsomething other than tinsel.

jolly artificial plants made from silk orplastic, or choose a pet-safe bouquet.

Leave the Leftovers Fatty, spicy and no-no human foods, aswell as bones, should not be fed to yourfurry friends. Pets can join the festivitiesin other fun ways that won't lead to cost-ly medical bills.

That Holiday Glow Don't leave lighted candles unattended. Petsmay burn themselves or cause a fire if theyknock candles over. Be sure to use appropriatecandle holders, placed on a stable surface. Andif you leave the room, put the candle out!

Wired Up Keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic orna-ments out of paws' reach. A wire can deliver apotentially lethal electrical shock and a punc-tured battery can cause burns to the mouth andesophagus, while shards of breakable orna-ments can damage your pet's mouth.

House Rules If your animal-loving guests would like to giveyour pets a little extra attention and exercisewhile you're busy tending to the party, ask themto feel free to start a nice play or petting session.

Put the Meds Away Make sure all of your medications are lockedbehind secure doors, and be sure to tell yourguests to keep their meds zipped up and packedaway, too.Careful with Cocktails If your celebration includes adult holiday bever-ages, be sure to place your unattended alcoholicdrinks where pets cannot get to them. If ingest-ed, your pet could become weak, ill and may

even go into a coma, possibly resultingin death from respiratory failure.

A Room of Their Own Give your pet his own quiet space toretreat to—complete with fresh waterand a place to snuggle. Shy pups andcats might want to hide out under apiece of furniture, in their carryingcase or in a separate room away fromthe hubbub.

New Year's Noise As you count down to the new year,please keep in mind that strings ofthrown confetti can get lodged in acat's intestines, if ingested, perhapsnecessitating surgery. Noisy popperscan terrify pets and cause possibledamage to sensitive ears.

“Holiday Safety Tips.” ASPCA.www.aspca.org.


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body & soul

he greatest gift our dogs give us isunconditional love—something we do

not always give in return because we are toobusy, cranky, or tired. Holistic living can helpbalance this lopsided relationship.

Holistic living for humans means looking at usas a whole—body, mind, and spirit. The same istrue for animals. It comes down to food, exer-cise, water, and touch.

Food: As I cleaned up my food (moving toorganic and non-GMO food), I felt guilty aboutwhat I was giving my dogs. If my food affectedmy health, would the same be true of my pets?You bet! They now eat organic kibble and eventhe peanut butter I use when they need to takemedication is organic. They get organic fruitsand veggies for snacks.

Exercise: Walking is the best exercise for ourdogs (and us). If you go running without yourdog because he cannot keep up, take him for awalk when you come home. It is a great way foryou to cool down while giving Fido his exercise.

Water: Do you filter your water but give yourdog water out of the tap? When I started feed-ing organic, I also began de-chlorinating theirwater by letting it sit, opened, for 24 hours. Atone point, I was remiss and ran out so I gavethem water straight out of the tap. They threwup. I now have several bottles so that I do notrun out.

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T Touch: Some dogs and cats will drive you crazywith their “Pet me!” attitude. Think of it as giv-ing them a hug…something we all need.Whether it is a quick rub or Fido lying next toyou on the couch, it is important not only forthem, but also for you. Numerous studies haveshown the positive physical effects that touchcan bring to both humans and their pets.

Challenge yourself this holiday season to devel-op a holistic approach to loving and caring foryour four-legged family member. They willthank you for it by living longer, healthier lives.

Jan Davidson is a reiki master and partner of Elegant Hippy.Services include reiki, clinical aromatherapy and holistic livingconsultations. For more information, or to schedule anappointment, visit www.eleganthippy.com.

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nutrition

8.3% of the United States’ human populationhas Diabetes, a number that grows annuallyaccording to the 2011 National Diabetes FactSheet by the ADA and CDC. Like many otherhuman ailments, Diabetes can also affect furry

family members. Some studies suggest thatabout 1 in every 156 dogs suffers from Diabetes.It is a growing concern among veterinarians,who are treating an increasing number of dia-betic pets each year.

Karen Rhoads, a CertifiedNutritional Consultant for pets aimsto spread awareness about petDiabetes.

What is Diabetes?Healthy cells in a pancreas produceinsulin, which enters the bloodstreamto blond with glucose, or blood sugar.Insulin turns glucose into fuel or fat,depending on the body’s needs.When pancreatic cells malfunction orstop functioning altogether, thebloodstream can either become defi-cient of insulin or flooded with toomuch, which can cause a variety ofproblems.

How Diabetes Affects PetsOne of the most serious side effectsof diabetes is neuropathy, or nervedamage, in the extremities. A dog orcat might feel a tingling sensation ornumbness in the toes or the nose.More serious symptoms may causedamage to the eye. In extreme casesanimals can go into diabetic shock,coma, or death.

Prevention and Treatment

Diabetes in Pets: What Pet Parents Need to Know


The goal in prevention and treatment ofDiabetes in pets is to stabilize blood sugar.Depending on the severity of the condition, vet-erinarians may recommend control of diet orinsulin injections.

“The problem with insulin injections is that thebody develops a tolerance of insulin and overtime, it no longer works as effectively,” saysKaren Rhoads. Rhoads has witnessed that long-term treatment with insulin can result in theopposite condition, hypoglycemia. This meansthe body ends up with too little blood glucose,an issue that can be just as severe and complicat-ed to treat as Diabetes.

Rhoads recommends prevention and treatmentof Diabetes through nutrition first wheneverpossible. She adds that “improvement of nutri-tion can sometimes actually get the pancreas towork properly again.”

Improving Nutrition to CombatDiabetesRhoads recommends these tips for getting onthe road to better nutrition:

Find a Good Vet- The relationship betweena diabetic pet and a health care professional isusually long term. It is important trust and feelcomfortable with your choice of veterinarian.Be cautious of a veterinarian who immediatelysuggests insulin injections without analyzingdiet first.

Keep a Diary- Track what your pet eats atevery meal, including treats. This helps nutri-tion professionals better assess potential pitfallsand strategies for nutritional improvement.

Reduce Carbohydrates, IncreaseMeat- Dietary changes should be supervisedby a veterinary health care professional.Reducing carbohydrates quite often reduces theload on the pancreas, and natural insulin pro-duction in the pancreas may improve as a resultof this change. The body does not process allcarbohydrates in the same way. Some cause onlyvery small increases in blood sugar levels, whileothers can trigger large increases—also knownas foods with “high glycemic index”. It is bestto reduce high glycemic carbohydrates andreplace them with other quality ingredients thatdo not raise blood glucose, such as meat.

Pet parents should always keep an eye on nutri-tion, no matter the age or health of a pet.Prevention through nutrition is the best defenseagainst Diabetes.

“It is best to reduce highglycemic carbohydrates andreplace them with other qual-ity ingredients that do notraise blood glucose, such asmeat.”


ver the years, pet health care has signif-icantly advanced as has the pet medi-

cine industry. For nearly every pet ailment,there’s a pill for that.

According to the American Pet ProductAssociation, 62% of homeowners own pets,which equates to 72.9 million homes. In 2012,vet medicine constituted about 23% of totalexpenditures of veterinary products, equating to$12.56 billion. It’s estimated that by the year2017, expenditures on veterinary products in theU.S. market should total nearly $65 billion.

Whether it’s a prescription for Rymadyl or overthe counter glucosamine, you can purchasethese medicines, both prescription and non-pre-scription from your veterinarian or from a num-ber of pet pharmacies online.

You can purchase standard vaccinations fromonline pet supply stores. Some pet pharmaciesare now even offering compounding services.They are able to formulate the correct dosagefor your pet in a form more easily administeredand with added flavor to make it more palatableto your pet.

Prescription pet medicines include antibiotics,pain medicines, narcotic pain relievers, bloodpressure medication, wormers, glaucoma dropsand insulin for diabetic pets. While many of theonline pharmacies do sell prescription medica-tions, they do require a prescription from yourveterinarian.

Buyer BewarePurchasing Pet Medications Online

O It is advised thatyou only purchase pet medications from yourveterinarian or a reputable pet Some of theInternet sites that sell pet medications are legiti-mate, reputable pharmacies. But others arefronts for unscrupulous businesses operatingagainst the law.

While we all want to save money on pet medica-tion, the FDA warns that there are companieswho sell unapproved pet drugs and counterfeitpet products. They often make fraudulent claimsand dispense prescription drugs without requir-ing a prescription.

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When ordering pet medications online

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1. Why has my pet been prescribed this medica-tion and how long do I need to give it to him?

2. How do I give the medication to my pet? Should it be given with food?

3. How often should the medication be given and how much should I give each time? If it is a liquid, should I shake it first?

4. How do I store the medication?

5. What should I do if my pet vomits or spits out the medication?

6. If I forget to give the medication, should I give it as soon as I remember or wait until the next scheduled dose? What if I accidentally give too much?

7. Should I finish giving all of the medication, even if my pet seems to be back to normal?

8. Could this medication interact with other medications my pet is taking?

9. What reactions should I watch for, and what should I do if I see any side effects?

10. When should I bring my pet back for a recheck? Will you be calling me to check on my pet’s progress, or should I call you?

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Timothy is a nine pound, fun-loving,male terrier mix. He is about a year old.He was found roaming a neighborhoodalong with another dog and decided tofollow some children on bicycles totheir home. None of the children knewwhere the dogs came from and no onecame forward to claim them. Cluesabout both dogs led Tiny Paws tobelieve that they were abandonedbreeding dogs. Timothy enjoys carrides, loves children and dogs, andsleeps quietly in a crate. He is adorableand extremely sweet. He has the cutestears that are erect with a little fold atthe end and his colors are amazing.Timothy is fully vetted and ready foradoption.

SpartacusSpartacus is an adorable, 17 poundPomeranian mix. He was found roam-ing the streets with badly matted fur.He does have a burn scar on his back,which is hidden by his tail, probablydue to abuse since he was terrified ofpeople at first. He is a laid back boy,loves car rides, is house broken andloves everyone. This all around per-fect boy just needs a perfect foreverhome to give him the love and atten-tion he deserves.

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Timothy!

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Sasha

Zoey is a darling, one-year-oldChihuahua/Jack Russell mix whoweighs 10 pounds. She was aban-doned at an apartment complex androamed for days wondering howcould someone leave her. Zoey is aprecious, happy girl who loves allpeople, children and dogs. She doeswell with housebreaking and is cratetrained, if needed. She would makeany family very happy.

Gemma was rescued from a high killshelter where she was brought in as astray. She was so badly matted thatshe had to be shaved down. She issuch a sweet girl who is believed tobe a Brussels/Poodle/Shih Tzu mix.Gemma is about 2-3 years old, silver incolor with non-shedding, curly hairand only weighs 6 pounds. She lovesother dogs and people, but due toher size, needs a home without kidsunder the age of 10.

Zoey

Sasha is a tiny, five pound Yorkie whohad a very rough start. Found livingon the streets, she was forced to fendfor herself. She was very thin and hada previous pelvic injury that healed onits own. Once I was rescued, I was soweak that I slept for a week. I love tobe held and sit on laps. I am okay withother dogs but due to my small size,would prefer a home without largedogs and children under the age of10. I need a home with previous expe-rience and an excellent vet reference.

Gemma

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