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x While ear infections are pesky conditions that affect many species, dogs are espe-cially at risk because of the shape of their ear canals.

Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical as-sociate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sci-ences, says that diagnosis and treatment should always be handled by a veterinarian, but dog owners should still be in-formed on the nature of this condition to keep their furry friend in tip-top shape.

“There are multiple causes of ear infections (otitis externa), including allergies (most com-mon), ear mites, a foreign body (this can include polyps or neo-plasia), excess hair in the ear ca-nal, anatomic changes in the ear canal, excess moisture in the ear canal, injury, immune-mediated diseases, endocrine disease, and excessive cleaning,” Teller said. “Any of these causes allow for bacteria and/or yeast to over-grow in the ear, leading to the infection.”

Symptoms of canine ear in-fections include head shaking, scratching at or rubbing the af-fected ear, discharge, bad odor, redness inside the ear, swelling

of the ear canal, pain, itchiness, and crusts or scabs inside the ear or along the ear margin. Owners who suspect that their dog may be suffering from an ear infection should seek veteri-nary help immediately, as these infections can become more se-vere if left untreated.

Once diagnosed, your dog’s treatment plan will depend on what caused the ear infection in the first place.

Teller said that topical oint-ments may be used to treat bacteria and yeast present in the canal. Severe infections or those involving the middle or inner ear canal may be treated with oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. Medicated ear cleansers to clear away discharge and debris from the infected canal may also be pre-scribed.

“Dogs that develop ear in-fections frequently will need to have the underlying cause addressed,” Teller said. “Some may require therapies to con-trol allergies. If a food allergy is a cause of the problem, then

switching to a hypoallergenic or limited-ingredient diet may pre-vent future problems. It is very important to work with your veterinarian before switching your dog’s diet.”

Dogs that swim frequently are also more prone to ear infec-tions, and special care should be taken by owners to appropriate-ly clean and dry their pet’s ears after being in the water. Cotton swabs should never be used in the inner canal of a dog’s ear. Teller also advised that dog owners should not allow other dogs to lick their pet’s ears.

To diagnose your pet, a vet-erinarian might sample ear dis-charge or look through the ear canal to observe the state of the eardrum. Your dog may need to be sedated for this procedure, depending on the situation.

Although the prospect of a canine ear infection may be daunting, timely veterinary intervention can prevent per-manent damage from occur-ring. Proper care will have your pooch back to their super-hear-ing self in no time!

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Library Lines ... By Gaye Reily

A recent trip to Israel by 24 Dimmitt residents has yielded memorabilia for the display case here at Rhoads Memo-rial Library. Displayers for the months of January and Febru-ary are Shari Bradley and Mary Crow, who are exhibiting Pa-shmina scarves, wine glasses, body lotion made from Dead Sea minerals, and a Nativity scene hand-carved out of olive wood. Postcards and a map of the region complete the dis-play.

Work continues toward set-ting up the annual book sale in our meeting room. The event will be held from Tuesday, Jan. 28 through Saturday morn-ing, Feb. 1. Since many of the items come from donations, we never know what we will re-ceive, and this year’s offerings promise to be an eclectic group. One section will feature facts about American Indians while piano and musical instruction books comprise another space. Although romances are inter-spersed among a good selection of fiction, there will be a special section featuring Harlequin and Avon-published books.

Another section will feature an illustrated 18-volume en-cyclopedia of the supernatural titled “Man, Myth, and Magic” which can be purchased indi-vidually or by the set. Topics range from Aberdeen witches to Druids to herbs and beyond.

Another set, whose books may be purchased separately, are titled “Mysteries of the Un-known”. Compiled by Time-Life Books, topics range from hauntings to mind over matter

to the UFO phenomenon. As for checking out books

from the library proper, newly released books that have ar-rived include:

“Moral Compass” (a novel) by Danielle Steel;

“Treason” (a Stone Bar-rington novel) by Stuart Woods;

“The River Murders” by James Patterson and James O. Born;

“Poppy Harmon and the Hung Jury” (a Desert Flowers Detective Agency mystery) by Lee Hollis.

That last book, “Poppy Har-mon and the Hung Jury” fol-lows retiree-turned-private in-vestigator Poppy Harmon, who is spending her golden years running the Desert Flowers Detective Agency. When she becomes the only female juror in a high-profile assault case and finds a fellow juror face down in a swimming pool, she

is thrust into a murder investi-gation.

Additionally, Poppy must contend with the re-appearance of Rod Harper, a former TV co-star from Poppy’s short-lived acting days. Rod tasks her with finding his missing daughter, complicating the situation by trying to rekindle romance with Poppy. As Poppy struggles to survive a steamy love triangle while deciphering the connec-tion between two seemingly unrelated cases, her agency must outsmart a ruthless killer, or Poppy may become the next forgotten ex-actress to meet an untimely demise.

Closer to home: tax forms should be here by Jan. 31, at which time Food for Fines ceases, and a Census Bureau representative plans to be here next Wednesday morning.

Until next week, Happy Reading!

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Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Between the puppy lovers, the cat enthusiasts and the furry ro-dent fans, a whole different category of pet owners ex-ist: reptile lovers. From turtles to geckos, lizards to snakes, taking care of any reptile is a unique experience. With many safe breeds to choose from, snakes are a popular choice for those who are interested in owning a reptile.

Often associated with deadly incidents or even horror stories, snakes are commonly misunder-stood but can make fascinating companion pets. Like any pet, snakes offer company and stress relief for their owners. Snakes do not require daily walks in the park and they are quiet during the day and at night. With infrequent defecation, a pet snake’s habitat is also an easy clean-up.

Before making the decision to own a snake, there are many factors to consider. Researching different pet snake breeds and their life-span and health requirements are a must. Dr. Sharman Hoppes, clinical associate professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sci-ences, suggests snake breeds that may or may not make a suitable pet. “Ball Pythons, Kingsnakes and Corn Snakes are great. Large boas and pythons do not make good pets for most people due to their large size,” Hoppes said.

Another factor to consider if you wish to own a snake is proper housing. An escape-proof aquarium is essential to prevent any harm to your snake. It is important for owners to recognize that no snake is safe without a lid that properly latches.

Snakes also require precise habitats to survive. Hoppes explains that owners should provide lighting that produces a day and night cycle. Temperatures should be 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, with a cooler temperature at night that never falls below 75 degrees. A warmer basking site that measures around 90 degrees should also be available to your pet. Under the cage heaters and heat lamps are the best way to regulate temperature. “Hot rocks” are not encouraged as they can potentially burn your pet snake. Hoppes recommends placing a thermometer on the cage to make sure the temperature in your cage is appropriate. Snake owners should research or ask a veterinarian how to provide the correct temperature, since some breeds require warmer or cooler temperatures.

Substrate, or bedding, is also necessary in creating the most comfortable and safe habitat for

said Hoppes. “I do not recommend sand, because some reptiles may ingest it. I also do not rec-ommend pine or cedar as both of these contain oils that are irritating to snakes.” Hoppes also encourages owners to provide a “hide box” for snake privacy.

If you happen to have an uneasy stomach or wince at the thought of a snake feeding on another animal, owning a snake is probably not for you. A snake’s diet can range from insects and am-phibians to warm-blooded rodents, like mice, rabbits or birds. Although some owners feed their snakes live prey, Hoppes discourages this. “Snakes should never be fed live prey, it is cruel to the prey animal and can also be dangerous to the snake,” she said. “The prey animal, if not killed quickly, can bite the snake. In some cases where the snake is not warm enough or is sick, the prey animal may even extensively chew on the snake.”

Last but not least, you should consider your dedication and ability to care for a pet snake. According to Hoppes, most of the health problems that occur in snakes are a result of improper husbandry. For instance, if the cage is too cold or dry, the snake will have trouble properly shed-ding its skin, resulting in patches of skin left unshed. A snake in this habitat also has a chance of developing an upper respiratory infection or infections in the mouth.

If you do choose to purchase a snake after considering these important details, Hoppes recom-mends having new pet snakes examined by a veterinarian for skin mites and intestinal parasites before introducing them to other reptiles that might already live in your home.

July 16, 2015 - page 10A The Castro County Newsof Spaying and

One of the most important decisions that a pet owner must make is whether to spay and neu-ter their pets. With World Spay Day coming up on February 24th, there is no better time to learn the in’s and out’s of spaying and neutering. Though many are deterred by cost or medi-cal concerns, this procedure can provide many long-term

and happiness, all while sav-ing the lives of other home-less animals and reducing the widespread epidemic of animal overpopulation in our world today.

“Behaviorally, spaying or

neutering your pet can keep them from roaming, spray-ing, and marking their terri-tory; medically, it can pre-vent disease or illness later in life,” said Dr. Stacy Eckman, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “For example, if a female dog is

cycle, the chance of the dog developing mammary cancer is less than 0.05%.”

Severe uterine infections are also common in unspayed females and can become life threatening surgical emergen-cies, as can prostatic infec-tions or cysts in un-neutered males. These procedures can eliminate many health prob-lems that may arise through-out your pet’s lifetime and can also reduce unwanted be-havioral problems associated with sex hormones.

If high costs are major a deterrent of spaying or neu-tering your pet, there are numerous low-cost services found in various regions of the United States, and even

many assistance programs that help subsidize the cost of spaying/neutering at local clinics. However, it is im-portant to remember that like many other “discount” pro-grams, you might not always be receiving the best possible care and should thoroughly research them beforehand. By choosing to spay or neuter your pet, you can save a tre-mendous amount of money in the long-term when factoring in costs potentially incurred by a non-altered pet.

Another common dispar-agement of spaying and neu-tering is the belief that the procedure will be painful for your pet or that it will have adverse side effects. Gen-erally speaking, this is not the case. Most pets even go home the same night as the procedure, and there is a very brief recovery period. “Just as every anesthetic/surgical event carries a risk, this does as well, but proper examina-tion and testing prior to the procedure can mitigate many of these risks,” Dr. Eckman said.

February 26, 2015 - page 6B The Castro County News

Police Report02/171:30 p.m., on the 100 blk E Grant, reported civil matter.3:21 p.m., on the 700 blk W Cleveland, requested to speak

10:45 p.m., on the 200 blk NW 12th, reported domestic disturbance.02/1810:18 a.m., on the 500 blk W Grant, reported cruelty to ani-mals.8:52 p.m., on the 600 blk nW 5th, requested welfare check.02/1912:31 a.m., on the 1500 blk Western Circle reported do-mestic disturbance.10:35 a.m., on the 700 blk W Cleveland, reported alarm.3:03 p.m., on the 300 blk SW 10th, 1, Male/Hispanic, ar-rested on a warrant.6:12 p.m., on the 800 blk N Broadway, reported alarm.8:08 p.m., on the 500 blk SW 6th, reported domestic distur-bance.10:19 p.m., on the 900 blk E Jones, reported 911 hang up call.12/202:50 p.m., on the 200 blk E Jones, reported scam.

6:32 p.m., on the 600 bl NW 8th, reported 911 hang up call.8:46 p.m., on S Hwy 385, re-

9:49 p.m., on the 600 blk NW 5th, reported civil matter.10:43 p.m., on the 400 blk SW 6th, assist EMS.02/2112:00 a.m., on the 1600 blk W Butler, reported prowler.3:17 a.m. on the 300 blk NW 6th, K-9 Search.8:08 p.m., on the 500 blk W Bedford, 1,Male/White, ar-rested on a warrant.02/2212:06 a.m., on the 200 blk NW 11th, reported dogs bark-ing.10:48 a.m. ,on the 1600 blk Sunset Circle, assist EMS.6:57 p.m., on the 300 blk Ro-deo Rd, reported civil matter.7:36 p.m., on the 100 blk NW 12th, assist EMS.7:36 p.m., on the 100 blk NW 12th, assist EMS.02/2310:45 a.m., on the 700 blk W Oak, reported alarm.2:08 p.m., on the 600 blk NW 6th, requested welfare check.5:21 p.m., on the 200 blk NE

COURTS & CRIME

NOTICE TO BIDDERSSealed proposals addressed to the Mayors and elected rep-

resentatives of the Cities of Bovina, Dimmitt, Friona, Hart, and Muleshoe for the sealcoating of approximately 222,090 square yards of single course penetration of streets and drive-ways entitled:

SEALCOATING – 2015

at City Hall, 623 Main Street, Friona, Texas, 79035 until:10:00 A.M.March 10, 2015

-der’s bond, payable to the Owners in an amount equal to not

each bid as guarantee that, if awarded the contract, the Bidder

enter into a contract with the Owners and will execute bonds on the forms provided in the Contract Documents. Any bid received after the time and date listed above will be returned unopened and will not be considered.

Bidders are expected to inspect the site of the work and in-form themselves regarding all local conditions.

Street, Bovina, Texas 79009, phone (806) 251-1116, the City

of Dimmitt, 200 E. Jones Street, Dimmitt, Texas 79027, phone (806) 647-2155 City of Friona, 623 Main Street, Friona, Tex-as 79035, phone (806) 250-2761, City of Hart, 407 Broad-way Street, Hart, Texas 79043, phone (806) 938-2771 City of Muleshoe, 215 South 1st Street, Muleshoe, Texas 79347,

Consulting Engineers, 4537 Canyon Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79110, telephone (806) 353-7233

-neers, Brandt Engineers, 4537 Canyon Drive, Amarillo, Texas 79110, phone (806) 353-7233 in the following manner:

Cost: Fifty Dollars ($50.00), non-refundable, for each set of

Performance and Payment bonds shall be set forth in the Contract documents.

The Owners reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bidding. In case of ambiguity or lack of clearness, the Owners reserve the right to adopt such interpretations as may be most advantageous or to reject the bid as informal. No bid may be withdrawn until the expiration of 30 days from the bid opening date.

BOVINA, DIMMITT, FRIONA, HART AND MULE-

SHOE

Bressler-Ebeling

Mike and Paula Bressler of Canyon announce the engagement of their

daughter, Lauren Elizabeth Bressler, to Jake D Ebeling, son

of Kenny and Sha Ebeling of Dim-mitt, Texas. Lauren, graduate

of West Texas A&M in 2013, is a graphic designer at ROI

Online in Amarillo, Texas. Jake, graduate of West Texas A&M

in 2012, works as a teacher and coach at Friona Junior High School in Friona, Texas. �ey plan to wed on July 18, 2015 in Canyon, Texas.

Thank you to the following Chamber Members for donating all the wonderful auction items

and door prizes!

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January 29, 2015 - page 10A The Castro County News

CASTRO COUNTY SHER-IFF’S OFFICE

Persons Arrested & Booked into JailJanuary 19-25, 2015

All information of persons arrested and booked into the Castro County Jail are open records:

01/21- Michael Ray Domin-guez, 31, of Dimmitt was ar-

on four Castro County war-rants for Possession of Con-trolled Substance PG 1 over 1 gram-under 4 grams; Tamper-ing with Physical Evidence; Resisting Arrest, Search or Transportation; and Evading Arrest or Detention.

01/22- Juan Castillo, 43, of Dimmitt was arrested by the

Trespass of a Habitation.

01/22- Jana Sweet Smother-mon, 34, of Hart was arrested

Castro County warrant for Possession of Controlled Sub-stance PG 1under 1 gram.

01/23- John David Ramirez, 35, of Dimmitt was arrested by the Dimmitt Police for Theft under $1500 with two or more convictions.

01/23- Gustavo Orosco Baeza Jr., 34, of Dimmitt was arrest-

Assault causes Bodily Injury Family Violence.

01/23- Natividad Molina-Oli-vas, 61, of Dimmitt was ar-rested by the Dimmitt Police for Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

01/24- Jose Arriola Escobar, 22, of Dimmitt was arrested by the Dimmitt Police for Driving While Intoxicated with a Child under 15 years of age.

01/25- Miguel Barnabe-Ma--

rested by the Dimmitt Police for Driving While Intoxicated 1st Offense.

SHERIFF’S CALLSCalls for service or reports taken between January 19-25, 2015:

01/19

Road, Coronado Acres, prob-lems with child;

Street, Hacker Addition, bur-glary reported.

01/21

86, welfare concern check on person sleeping in ditch;

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mitt, warrant service- arrest made;

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theft reported;

606, assist Texas Highway Patrol with truck sliding off of roadway and blocking the roadway.

01/22

Halsell, Dimmitt, report of criminal trespass- arrest made;

D, Hart, assist Castro County EMS & Hart Rescue with medical call;

385, livestock reported on roadway.01/23

385, assist Texas Game War-den with possible hunters;

Hart, dog reported running at large.

01/24

EMS with medical call.

CASTRO COUNTY COURTCarroll Gerber, presiding

judge

Judgments for January 21, 2015:

Raquel Barrios, 23, of Dim-mitt pled guilty to the origi-nal charge of Assault causes Bodily Injury Family Vio-lence. She was sentenced to 90 days in jail probated for

court costs, $50 Crime Line Fee and $100 Food Donation to the County Jail.

Mario Alberto Sanchez, 17, of Dimmitt pled true to viola-tions of his probation on the original charge of Burglary of a Vehicle. His probation was revoked and was ordered to

and court costs.

64TH DISTRICT COURTRob Kincaid, presiding judge

Grand Jury:Indictments for January 26, 2015:

Adrian Soriano Castillo, 36, of Hart was indicted for Evad-ing Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle- State Jail Felony.

Mario Alberto Sanchez Jr., 17, of Dimmitt was indicted for Robbery- 2nd Degree Felony.

Francisco Javier Villalobos, 33, of Dimmitt was indicted for Burglary of a Building- State Jail Felony.

Tomasa Martinez, 23, of Lub-bock was indicted for Posses-sion of Controlled Substance PG 1 over 4 grams-under 200 grams- 2nd Degree Felony.

Hunter Neil Mason, 22, of Dimmitt was indicted for Criminal Mischief over $1,500-under $20,000- State Jail Felony.

Hunter Neil Mason, 22, of Dimmitt was indicted for Unauthorized Use of Vehicle- State Jail Felony.

Francisco Peralta, 33, of Dim-mitt was indicted for Driv-ing While Intoxicated 3rd or More- 3rd Degree Felony.

Daniela Isabel Lopez, 24, of Dimmitt was indicted for Possession of Controlled Sub-stance PG 1 under 1 gram- State Jail Felony.

Steven Michael Clark, 30, of Dimmitt was indicted for Possession of Controlled Sub-stance PG 1 under 1 gram- State Jail Felony.

Angelo Cruz Ybarra Jr., 22, of Dimmitt was indicted for

Possession of Controlled Sub-stance PG 1 under 1 gram- State Jail Felony.

Raul Cadena, 43, of Dimmitt was indicted for Violation of Motor Fuel Tax- 2nd Degree Felony.

Blas Ramon Cadena, 41, of Dimmitt was indicted for Vio-lation of Motor Fuel Tax- 2nd Degree Felony.


Gabriel Nunez Montiel, 72, of Dimmitt was indicted for Vio-lation of Motor Fuel Tax- 2nd Degree Felony.

Gabriel Nunez Montiel, 72, of Dimmitt was indicted for Vio-lation of Motor Fuel Tax- 2nd Degree Felony.Jessica Jo Hernandez, 27, of Amarillo was indicted for Tampering with Physical Evi-dence with Intent to Impair- 3rd Degree Felony.

CASTRO COUNTY CRIME LINE806-647-4711ALL CALLS REMAIN ANONYMOUS

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Invitation for Bids

The City of Hart will receive bids for its TDHCA HOME Program #1001967 RSP#2012-0124 until 2:00 p.m. on February 17, 2015, at Hart City Hall, 403 Broadway Hart, Texas 79043 to complete the reconstruction of One(1)) single family units with 1157 square feet per unit. All units must be completed within 150 days from the notice to proceed or no later than June 15, 2015. Only contractors with a minimum of 5 years of successful home

list of references will be required and will be reviewed. To demonstrate contractor’s quali-

data, present commitments and such other data as may be called for in the Contractor’s

total amount of projects to be awarded. Contractor must provide proof of Liability Insur-ance and Builders Risk Insurance. All work must be met the following codes: Texas Mini-

Specs), International Residential Code (IRC), Texas Government Code 2306.514, all lo-

applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, or, national origin. The contract will be subject to Section 3 requirements. The bid packages will be available at City Hall on January 29, 2015. The City of Hart reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any formality in the bidding. Bids will be opened publicly at the Hart City Hall on February 18, 2015 at 02:00 p.m. The City may hold bids

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Equal Opportunity Employer and supports Equal Housing Opportunity. Anyone wishing to protest the procurement procedures should submit a written complaint to:

Stanley Dyer, Mayor City of Hart PO Box 329 403 Broadway Hart, Texas 79043

Location of properties to be reconstructed:1. 1306 3rd Street

Legal Notice

Dimmitt ISD maintains inactive dys-lexia and 504 eligibility records for a

service. After that time only directory -

activated in 2009, will be destroyed after February 23, 2015. Eligibility records will be maintained if requested in writ-ing.

Please address requests for mainte-nance of records to:

Kay Gfeller, Program Coordinator608 W. Halsell St.Dimmitt, TX 79027806-647-3103

El distrito escolar de Dimmitt man-tiene archivos inactivos tocantes la elegi-bilidad de dislexia y 504 por un período de cinco años después de la última fecha de servicio. Después de ese tiempo sólo información del directorio será guardado. Los archivos inactivados en el año 2009 serán destruidos después del 23 de febre-ro de 2015. Se mantendrán los archivos de elegibilidad si se pide por escrito.

Favor de dirigir su demanda para el mantenimiento de archivos a:

Kay Gfeller, Coordinadora del Pro-grama

608 W. Halsell St. Dimmitt, TX 79027 806-647-3103

Legal Notice

-tro County Comprehensive Education SSA maintains inactive special education eli-

After that time only directory information

will be destroyed after February 23, 2015. Eligibility records will be maintained if re-quested in writing.

Please address requests for maintenance of records to:

Kay Gfeller, Director of Special Educa-tion

608 W. Halsell St.Dimmitt, TX 79027806-647-3103

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de -

cación Comprensiva del Condado de Castro Servicio de Arreglo Compartido mantiene los archivos inactivos de elegibilidad de educación especial por un período de cinco años. Después de ese tiempo sólo infor-mación del directorio será guardado. Los archivos inactivados en el año 2009 serán destruidos después del 23 de febrero de 2015. Se mantendrán los archivos de elegi-bilidad si se pide por escrito.

Favor de dirigir su demanda para el man-tenimiento de archivos a:

Kay Gfeller, Director de Educación Espe-cial


Pet TalkProbiotics, or “good bacteria,”

-isms that, when administered in ad-equate amounts, can offer multiple

they have been gaining popularity amongst humans in the past decade, the possibility of similar probiotic supplements for your pets’ health is on the rise.

“Essentially, we are trying to give live bacteria in supplement form that

-mal in order to improve their diges-tive health,” said Dr. Jan Suchodol-ski, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “It is imperative that bacteria are alive once they reach the gut and that they are also delivered in high

amounts. That’s why a high-quality product is needed.”

In order to fully understand how probiotics work, it’s important to

probiotics are bacterial strain specif-ic, meaning every bacterial strain has a potentially different effect. Some probiotic strains, for instance, stimu-late the immune system, while other

biomolecules or antimicrobial mol-ecules to combat pathogens.

“This is an area of active ongoing research, as all probiotic strains have to be evaluated for their mechanism, and only once the mechanism is

-biotic strain should be given in which disease,” said Dr. Suchodolski.

There are several studies prov-

Dr. Suchodolski explains that the strongest of this data is available for preventing stress diarrhea in pets. However, a few selected products have also been shown to have anti-

useful in chronic Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases.

“Dogs or cats that receive pro-biotics have a lower incidence of diarrhea compared to animals not receiving it,” Dr. Suchodolski said. “The best effects are observed when probiotics are given in advance in anticipation of stressful events, for

rides, etc.”With any new supplemental dis-

coveries come the fear of negative complications. Generally, the possi-ble risk of side effects in probiotics

is very low. “Only very few reports have been described in literature,” Dr. Suchodolski said. “However, very sick patients who are immuno-compromised are at some risk, and probiotic products should be avoided in those situations.”

The most important thing to re-member when considering the possi-bility of probiotics is that they are not all created equally, and results from one product cannot be extrapolated to other products

Pet Talk

Though our pets may pet may dread the veterinar-ian, there are many instances when a trip to the local ani-mal hospital or clinic is es-sential to their health. Since Fido can’t express to you in words when he isn’t feel-ing himself, there are many symptoms you can look out for to help determine if it’s time for a vet visit.

“It is most important to remember that everything should be taken within the context of the other signs,” said Dr. Jean Rubanick, vet-erinary resident instructor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Bio-medical Sciences (CVM). “Basically, if there are mul-tiple signs, then taking a pet to the vet is indicated.”

Some common signs of irregularity may include ex-treme lethargy, increased re-spiratory rate, profuse vom-iting or diarrhea, anorexia, or increased drinking and urinating. While these are most widely recognized as indicators for veterinary at-tention, some symptoms may be more unique and less rec-

ognizable.“Abnormal circling (not to

be confused with the occa-sional circling of an excited dog), head pressing, seizures, inability to rise, weakness, respiratory distress, changes in the gum color, and bubbles coming from the nose are some other sign to look out for,” said Dr. Rubanick.

If your pet ingests some-thing that poses toxic to ani-mals, whether it is a plant or food, consultation with your veterinarian is vital to the animal’s health and safety.

“Eating sago palm, choco-late, lilies, people medica-tion, or anything else unusual should also prompt a call to the veterinarian,” said Dr. Rubanick.

Although stomach abnor-malities such as vomiting and diarrhea may be signs of sickness or ingestion of toxins, it is also possible that Fido merely scarfed down

his dinner too quickly. De-pending on the pet and their usual behavior, a brief upset stomach may not be much cause for concern.

“Vomiting once or one bout of diarrhea is probably nothing to worry about, as long as the pet is otherwise acting normally,” said Dr. Rubanick. “Likewise, a pet that eats too quickly or drinks a lot of water and then vomits but continues to act normally

In general, you should al-ways contact your veterinar-ian if you notice any symp-toms or behavior abnormal for Fido. From there, your vet will be able tell you if something does not need to be urgently addressed or if you should make an appoint-ment right away. Whether Fido is just having an off day or he ingested something poisonous, it is always better to be safe than sorry.

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DHS Principal Jimmy Burns takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge

So, what is the ice bucket challenge?You might have noticed a lot of celebrities

dousing themselves with buckets of ice water on camera recently.

If you’ve thought ‘what’s that about?’, well here’s your answer.

Called the ice bucket challenge, it was cre-ated by the ALS Association, who are work-

(ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease or Motor Neurone Disease in the UK.

doused with a bucket of ice water, post the

video to social media and then nominate your friends to do the same.

If you’d rather not have freezing water dumped on your head, you are asked to do-nate to an ALS charity of your choice.

So far, the challenge has been undertaken by the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Robert Downey Jr, Bill Gates, Gwen Stefani, Michael Zuck-erberg, Taylor Swift and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Most recently the hosts of Susanna Reid and Ben Shepherd of Good Morning Britain got in on the act. And of course, our very own Jimmy Burns!

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Canine infectious tracheo-bronchitis, or kennel cough, can develop in dogs when they inhale bacterial or viral particles into their respira-tory tract. Mucus coating the respiratory tract normally collects these infectious par-ticles, but several factors can weaken this protection and expose dogs to viruses and bacteria that may cause ken-nel cough.

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STATEPOINT CROSSWORDTHEME: MARCH MAD-NESSACROSS1. Kindergarten disrupters6. Lending letters9. Secondary school13. Balance in the sky14. Sheepish sound15. Darlings16. Continental divide17. Caustic soda18. Binary digits code19. *Requirement to play in March Madness21. Unhitch23. Baseball bat wood24. Fail to mention25. Bad-mouth28. “____ and turn”30. Colonnade35. “Oh, my!”37. “____ ____ good ex-ample”39. Socially acceptable behav-iors40. *Major bball out�tter41. Sea swallows43. Constricting snakes44. *____ and shoot, without dribbling46. Exertion47. Wise one48. Newspaper VIP50. Florida Keys and such52. *March Madness winner’s reward53. TV’s “____. O”55. Male child57. *Winningest coach60. *One region64. BBQ spot65. Be in debt67. Famous ballerina painter68. Winery process69. Did a marathon70. Pack animal71. Secretary station72. Armageddon73. *Senior to freshmanDOWN1. Coalition of countries2. Puerto ____3. Cain’s victim4. ____-____-la refrain5. Least crazy6. Up to the task7. Foot the bill8. Sleep in one’s eye9. Acapulco money10. “____’em” in pool11. Huron’s neighbor12. Tire measurement15. *Occasional Cinderella team from OH20. Uncredited author?22. Not a thing24. Emu relative25. *March Madness, a.k.a. “�e Big ____”26. Homer’s famous poem27. Female principle, Hindu-ism29. *1 or 16, e.g.31. Lots32. Response to pain33. Candidate’s concern34. A useful part36. Religious o�shoot38. Tolstoy’s Karenina42. Styluses45. *Show o�49. Beluga yield51. Equestrian gear54. Annoy a bedfellow56. Inhabit57. *College athletes don’t earn one58. Singer “on the dock of the bay”59. Sound on a farm60. Fix61. Archaic exclama-tion of surprise62. Ditto63. Ivan the Terrible, e.g.64. Bachelor’s dwelling66. Like a dim star

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Like humans, dogs can ex-perience a noisy, dry cough caused by an irritated throat. However, persistent cough-ing paired with a fever, nasal or ocular discharge, or loss of voice may be symptoms of a more serious condition, such as kennel cough.

Canine infectious tracheo-bronchitis, or kennel cough, can develop in dogs when they inhale bacterial or viral particles into their respira-tory tract. Mucus coating the respiratory tract normally collects these infectious par-ticles, but several factors can weaken this protection and expose dogs to viruses and bacteria that may cause ken-nel cough.

Dr. Brad Bennett, lecturer at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Bio-medical Sciences, explained the basics of kennel cough. “Kennel cough is a respira-

infection in the throat caused by inhaling bacteria, coming into contact with viruses, or both,” Bennett said. “Kennel cough is usually illustrated

-chea, but it can also lead to bronchopneumonia.”

Dogs who are exposed to crowded areas with poor ven-tilation, such as those found in kennels or animal shelters,

are at higher risk for devel-oping kennel cough. Cold temperatures, exposure to cigarette smoke, and travel-induced stress can also in-crease a dog’s risk for devel-oping the infection.

The symptoms of ken-nel cough, including a dry, “honking” cough, coughing to the point of retching, fe-ver, loss of voice, and ocular or nasal discharge, can be caused by multiple sources, but the most common cause is a bacterium called Borde-tella bronchiseptica. It is not unusual for dogs who be-come infected with Bordetel-la to be infected with a virus at the same time.

This combination of bac-terial and viral infections weakens the dog’s mucosal protection in the respiratory tract against infectious parti-cles, increasing their risk for kennel cough.

Although the coughing caused by kennel cough may sound awful, the disease

is not considered serious. Bennett recommended vac-cinating your dog against Bordetella to help prevent respiratory infections from evolving into kennel cough. “Most local veterinarians have vaccines that can aid in the prevention of this dis-ease,” Bennett said. “These vaccines may be given intra-nasal or through a subcutane-ous injection depending on the vaccination.”

If you think your dog may have kennel cough, you should contact your vet-erinarian and keep your dog away from other animals to prevent the spread of the dis-ease. Though it is important to monitor your dog’s cough-ing habits closely, Bennett reminds pet owners that there are many different problems that can cause a pet to cough, including an obstruction in the throat, primary lung dis-ease, parasitism, cardiac dis-ease, as well as infectious disease.

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While some refer to horses as livestock, others consider horses to be a companion animal, especially if they are kept for recreational purpos-es. Miniature horses—which measure 34-to-38 inches in height—are also recognized by many as companion ani-mals. However, if you want to own a miniature horse as a pet, don’t assume a minia-ture size means less upkeep and expense than a full-sized horse.

Dr. Leslie Easterwood, clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, offered some insight on caring for miniature horses.

“General care and mainte-nance are exactly the same for miniature horses as for full-sized horses, the only difference is size,” she said. “Vaccinations, dental care, hoof care, feeding, and hous-ing are consistent for all equines. Miniature horses are also susceptible to the same diseases and ailments as full-sized horses. They are ana-tomically exactly the same as full sized horses, so they have the same risk factors for lameness, gastrointestinal is-sues, respiratory issues, and other health complications.”

Although miniature horses share many similarities as their full-sized counterparts, they have a few behaviors that can cause issues full-sized horses don't often experience.

Miniature horses tend to eat things that full sized horses wouldn't, such as rocks, pine shavings, and large amounts of sand. They also have a ten-dency to be “easy-keepers,” meaning they can become overweight on high caloric diets. Because of their small size, miniature horses have a low need for calories. Own-ers may mistakenly overfeed them, which easily can lead to obesity.

Housing requirements for miniature horses are smaller than that of a full-sized horse. However, they still require a pasture for adequate living space.

“Miniature horses can live out in a pasture with trees for shade, good grass, and clean water,” Easterwood said. “Most owners choose to have a barn or shelter so that individual animals can be separated for feeding. Fencing can be shorter if you only have miniatures in the pasture. They are not dogs, so they should not be housed in dog-sized areas, such as backyards.”

How do you know if a miniature horse is the right pet for you? Determine the expense you can afford and

the activities you would like to do with your pet.

“If you are looking for a companion animal that can come in the house, make trips to the park, vacation with the family, go on runs and or play fetch, a miniature horse is probably not for you,” East-erwood said.

Additionally, you should consider your level of com-mitment to your pet.

“Miniature horses require the same level of commit-ment as a full-sized horses. The care, health require-ments, and management re-quirements are the same for miniature horses as full-sized horses,” Easterwood said.

If you think you are inter-ested in a miniature horse as a companion animal, you should consult a large animal veterinarian about providing adequate space and housing for the horse. In addition, you should become familiar with common requirements for owning a miniature horse, such as vaccinations, dental care, hoof care, and feeding. Miniature horses are just as big of a responsibility to care for as full-sized horses, so make sure you are ready for the commitment.

STATEPOINT CROSSWORDTHEME: 1980s MoviesACROSS1. Like an old chip6. Military hospitals9. Whip strike13. Fruit-peeling device14. Part of circle15. Type of duck16. *James Bond's James St.

John Smythe, e.g.17. *Type of race in Cusack's

"Better Off Dead"18. Closes in on19. *Daniel LaRusso's martial

art21. *Marty McFly's destination23. Utmost degree

25. Gourmet mushroom28. Domesticated ox30. *Type of bomb in "Fat Man

and Little Boy"35. Like dental surgery37. U, on the road39. Phil Collins' "____ Be in

My Heart"40. Alliance acronym41. Misbehave43. Guilty, e.g.44. Consumed46. Spiral-horned antelope47. Bit of slander48. *"Missing in Action" star

Chuck50. Count on52. Query53. Departed

57. *Prince's "____ Rain"60. *He had an epic day off63. Cone shaped dwelling64. Time period66. *Johnny 5 of "Short Cir-

cuit"68. Like yesterday's meal?69. Opposite of don'ts70. Sheep-like71. Get the picture72. Thus far73. Chunk of iceberg?

DOWN1. Resting place2. Spill the beans3. Diva's delivery4. "Live and ____"5. Cheap substitution6. Bud holder7. *One of Indiana Jones'

quests8. *"The Terminator" genre9. In ____ of10. Month before Nisan11. Withered12. Store posting, for short15. Something that exists20. Sorority letter22. "This land is your land..."24. Take under one's wing25. *Vengeful barbarian26. Inspiration for poets and

musicians27. ____ familias29. *John Candy's slacker

uncle character31. "My bad!"32. Head of mosque33. Intestinal obstruction34. *Head of the Griswolds36. Displeasure on one's face38. Titian's Venus of Urbino42. Sign of life45. "Peanuts" character49. Sun in Mexico51. Peter of Peter, Paul and

Mary54. Clingy one56. Establish validity57. Christmas partridge's

perch58. "____ ____ no good"59. Smell badly60. *Like the times at

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sheared65. Wade's opponent67. Driver's aid

Display of the Month - Shari Bradley, left, and Mary Crow are exhibiting some of the items they brought back from a recent trip to Israel at Rhoads Memorial Library. The items can be viewed through February.