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WEST KENNEBUNK —The core responsibility of the Animal Welfare Society (AWS) in West Kennebunk is to serve the local population. When possible, the organization reaches out to communities beyond York County.Therefore, AWS is actively assisting the pets and their people who were displaced by Hurricane Sandy.
On Sunday, November 11th AWS deployed two staff members to Garden City, New York. Megan Arsenault and Melissa Pratt are working at a temporary animal shelter serving over 300 pets, now homeless because of Hurricane Sandy.
During the week of November 12th the AWS partnered with Paw ZN Around and Arundel Fire and Rescue to collect supplies. Friday, November 16th at 5am, two trucks left for Ocean Beach, NJ filled with donations for pets and people. That same day Bethpage, Merrick, Brentwood, Jericho and Melville, five dogs arrived in West Kennebunk. They are from an animal
Hot Dog NewsAnother Successful ‘Pints for Paws’
ROCKLAND—Trackside Station Restaurant and Loyal Biscuit Co. teamed together to host a fundraiser, “Pints for Paws” to benefit the Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County. It was the fourth time the businesses partnered for the cause.
Once again, the evening exceeded our expectations. In just three short hours on a Tuesday night, almost 200 people came through the doors, enjoyed dinner, purchased raffle tickets, bid on auction items and, like the name says, enjoyed nearly 200 pints of beer to benefit the shelter. The evening raised $1,600 for the shelter and we filled a trailer with items on the Humane Society’s wish list with items such as bleach, paper towels, cat and dog food, toys and more!
In total, since beginning the fundraiser for the shelter in April 2011, Trackside and Loyal Biscuit have raised $5,589 to help the area’s animals.
We would like to thank the follow-ing for helping us to have an amazingly successful night: Paddy Mills, Fletcher Hall, Jen Chapman, Peter Gray of Feder-
al Distributors & Ship-yard Brewing Co., Cou-rier Publications, Maine Eastern Railroad, Lu-pine Collars & Leads, Clear Conscience Pet, Friendship Trap Co., Owls Head Transporta-tion Museum, Blue Buf-falo, J. Edward Knight Insurance, Knight Ma-rine, All Aboard Trolley and Limousine, Eastern Tire, Hammond Tractor, Harbor Hounds, Goose River Golf Club, Loyal Biscuit Tug ME Toy Co., Fidelis Biscuit Co., Canine Country Club, Dena's Barefoot Book Nook, Maine Lobster Festival, Marti Stone Photography, Limerock Inn, Jen Blood, Captain Jack Lobster Boat Tours, Jeff's Marine, Weruva, Nature’s Variety, Fuller Auto Mall and Schooner Bay.
Also, we owe a big thank you to our respective staffs for their help with the
event.Due to the continued success of this
event, Trackside and Loyal Biscuit Co. plan to host their 5th “Pints for Paws” event in April!
Again, thank you so much to every-one that attended and who helped to make this night successful!
Pints for Paws raised $1,600 for the Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County. Pictured, from left, are Heidi Neal of Loyal Biscuit Co., Tracy Sala, Executive Director of PMHSKC and Kelly Woods of Trackside Station.
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ROCKLAND—There are an estimated 1500 free roaming/feral cats within the Rockland city limits alone. The cats live in colonies anywhere they can scavenge for food—around barns, along the working waterfront, in the backyards of people who feed them. These animals did not create their circumstances, and yet they do create a big problem: they reproduce at a staggering rate. Just one un-fixed female cat and her offspring can produce 20,000 offspring in a five-year period.
The Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County (PMHSKC) has received a 65K, 2 year grant from PetSmart Charities® to implement a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program. This effort will address the burgeoning population of free roaming/feral cats in Knox County. In collaboration with the Community Spay and Neuter Clinic in Freeport (CSNC), PMHSKC will humanely and systematically spay and neuter free roaming/feral cats beginning with the communities of Rockland,
Thomaston, Warren and Union. Jessica Williams, head vet tech at the CSNC, will serve as coordinator for the program, directing PMHSKC staff and volunteers for the next two years.
The goal of the TNR Program is an ambitious one: to sterilize 974 free roaming cats by the end of 2014. The process is intensive and requires the help of many people. Colonies must be identified first. Residents of Rockland, Thomaston, Warren and Union are encouraged to notify the shelter when they believe they have observed one. Ms. Williams then investigates and leads trapping efforts with volunteer assistance. Cats are trapped, transported, given a rabies vaccination, neutered, ear tipped for identification, and returned to the location where it was initially trapped.
This tremendous effort benefits all: the cats, the community, and the environment. Free roaming/feral cats are often not adoptable; they must live out their lives with the survival
skills they have learned. But after the TNR Program has addressed the colony, trained volunteer caretakers will continue to feed and monitor it, noting additions, kittens, and health issues. By curtailing its population and feeding the cats to minimize hunting and scavenging, the colony’s impact is greatly reduced.
Many hands, minds and hearts are needed to help PMHSKC achieve its goal. Volunteers are needed to help in identifying colonies, posting notices and door hangers in targeted areas, and generally spreading the word. Especially helpful would be residents who are currently feeding cats and are willing to assist in trapping them. Donations of canned Vienna sausages (the best bait) are most welcome. Drivers willing to transport the cats to and from surgery
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December 2012 3
It's hard to believe it's been one year now that I've been the publisher of Downeast Dog News. I have had a great time learning and being a part of the Maine dog community.
It all started in January watching the Animal Planet Puppy Bowl. While watching the cute puppies and toggling back to see the dog commercials on the Super bowl I got excited for the year to come. In February I watched the Westminster “Best In Show” and saw Malachy the Pekingese take the #1 spot. In March my son Andy & I went to the Downeast Sled Dog Races in Jackman, for the Northeast Championships put on by the Downeast sled dog club. I meet a girl there who was one of the musher. She has been determined to be in the Iditarod since she was 3. Her name is Aisling Shepard and she wrote the book Eye on the Iditarod. I believe she will make it.
In May I went to my first Pet Expo in Lewiston. It was a good show and I learned so much about dogs, cats and the people who love them. In June I went to 'Bark for the Park', an event fundraiser for the Topsham Dog Park. It was a great turnout considering the rainy day. Also in June I went to the Fur Ball, a fundraiser to
Benefit the Lincoln County Animal Shelter. This event was at its best with all the dogs and some of their people dressed to the nines. The auction was a great hit and so was the best costume competition.
In July Downeast Dog News was represented at 6th Annual Bark in the Park fundraiser that the Planet Dog Foundation (PDF) hosted to raise funds for Maine Medical Center’s Therapy Dog Program.
In August I had the pleasure of having a booth at the Maine Boats Homes and Harbor show. It was a great weekend for this Downeast Dog Newsperson. I won the Best Costume in the Stand up Paddleboard Jousting event donned with a Downeast Dog News viking costume. I also met so many of the dog business owners. We
all enjoyed getting to know each other over the weekend. In September I was
off to Woofstock, a fundraiser put on by the Animal House in Damrascotta, to support local shelters and rescues. People and their dogs came from far and near to enjoy the events, vendors, food and music. The next day I was in Belfast at
the Weinerfest enjoying the very versatile daschunds. It was so fun to see the diversity of the breed and the
costumes they wore. The next weekend was the Whisker Walk in Rockland, a fundraiser for the Knox County Humane Society. It was a fun family event for all.
In November I went to Boothbay to the Flyball event! What an energetic sport it is! The dog clubs came from Canada to Connecticut and they were quite a friendly group. Made up of friends and families, they came with their dogs, balls and a box. The dog runs in a lane, hit
the box with their front paws and a ball pops out. They catch the ball and run back to their owners. Fast and fun!
And finally. Thanksgiving with my family. As we prepared diner we
watched the Macy's Day Parade and toggled back and forth to see the National Dog show. We saw the Wire Fox Terrier take top honors for the second consecutive year.
It’s been a good year! I really didn’t know the entirety of what it was going to be like as the publisher of the Downeast Dog News. I have to say it has been a fast, exciting, challenging and interesting year! I hope the next year will bring me more of the same and different experiences!
Thank you all for your support and readership! I wish you all a happy, healthy and fun filled New Year! Noreen
Downeast Dog News
Publisher/Graphic Designer
Noreen MullaneyCopy Editor
Marla J. McGeadyContributors
William Kunitz, Diana Logan, Sara Moore, Judith Herman, Kate Cone,
Leah Haney, Phoebe Mendes, Carol Rynolds and Susan Spisak
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Parent & Publishing CompanyMaine Pet News LLC
Our Goals• Provide the latest in dog- related news and information.• Encourage and support dog-friendly businesses and Maine-made pet products and services.• Cultivate a community of responsible dog guardianship/ownership.• Support animal welfare causes.
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Basic Training Tips .......................... 4Doggie Harmony ............................ 4Puppy in the Window? ................. 5Pooch Pantry .................................... 5Baxter .................................................. 5Furry Words ...................................... 6Ask the Vet .......................................... 6Book Review, Divinity of Dogs ... 7Woof for Christmas ................. 8 & 9Breed of the Month ...................... 10Grooming 101 ................................. 11Dogs for Adoption .........................13
Calendar of Events ..........................14Business Directory ........................15
Table of ContentsAdvertising Rates and GuidelinesDowneast Dog News is a free monthly newspaper for people who love dogs and want to read about what’s happening in Maine’s dog community.
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From the Publisher
Dog Sled Race, Jackman
Pet Expo Lewiston
Fur Ball, Damariscotta
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Downeast Dog News4
You’re quirky, zany or unusual. Maybe you’re a devoted family person or even a clotheshorse. No matter what your personality or character traits are, be sure to take them into account when searching for a dog. By evaluating your likes, dislikes and lifestyle, you’ll be able to find the breed that best suits you—and you’ll both enjoy a compatible and harmonious relationship.
If you’re a unique individual—perhaps even an artsy type—you’ll appreciate a distinctive canine. No run-of-the mill dogs for you; you’ll definitely garner interest with second-look breeds. The Shar Pei, commonly known as the wrinkle dog, always makes people smile. Great Danes, very tall but very gentle, are always a scene stealer—look for one with a blue coat to really astound your friends.
A Starbucks fan? You have tons
of get-up-and-go and add to it with mugs of caffeine. You need a dog like a Schipperke that can keep up with you. This small, high-energy Belgian dog behaves like a pup for a good 10 years—and has a life expectancy of around 17 years. The spotted Dalmatian has lots of spunk, too. These active dogs need lots of regular exercise to keep them out of trouble, though.
If you’re more comfortable cozying up on the couch with a good book—or the remote control—consider a medium-sized Bulldog or tiny Chihuahua. Bulldogs need little grooming, prefer short
walks and are very passive. And a Chihuahua can be exercised
in the home; throw them a toy now and again from
your La-Z-Boy. You’re going to want to stay away from a hunting or sporting breed—they will make you get off that couch. And it’s best to rule out puppies; they always require lots of attention and training, too.
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The Truth about ConsequenceControl the Consequence,
Control the Behavior….She barked. I shut the blinds. She
became quiet. I opened the blinds. She barked. I closed the blinds. I did this just 3 times and guest dog Grace got the message: if she wanted to engage in her favorite game of Squirrel Spotting, she was going to have to do it quietly. I didn't yell "quiet!" I didn't get mad or confrontational; I simply made sure she clearly understood she would lose what she wanted if she barked. It took less than two minutes.
It's orientation class and I’m going over the basics of how dogs learn. Thanks to the efforts of a few demo dogs, we see it in action. I introduce the rule of psychology that dictates "consequence drives behavior." It always takes a bit of mind adjusting to come to grips with this concept, but it’s at the very core of training.
A student will invariably ask, "how does the dog know to lie down if you don't tell him 'down'?" Smiling, I tell them I'm going to ask them to do something really simple, something I've seen each of them do.
"Debout,” I say.I get blank stares. Unsure, the
students turn to each other, wondering if I've gone batty. I dramatically repeat my request several times, raising my voice a bit, putting on my best "calm and assertive" aura (I look ridiculous). I deepen my voice and try to be manly, alpha, hoping that will get results. Again, I look and sound ridiculous. And again, no response.
Were they being stubborn? Trying to be "dominant"? Was I not sufficiently “calm and assertive?” Heck no! My students simply didn't understand me. They were listening and eager to
respond to my request, but I communicated in a language they didn't understand. "Debout" meant nothing to them - it was just a strange, irrelevant sound - like anything we say to our dogs until we build meaning to the words we want them to respond to.*
Consequence Drives BehaviorIt isn't what we SAY or DO beforehand that makes
a behavior happen. Instead, it's the immediate consequence of behavior that drives future behavior. It's a rule of life for all of us. It's simply cause and effect. With dogs, who live in the now, we must be sure that the consequence of their behavior is relevant. "No" in and of itself isn't a consequence - it's merely a sound - but withholding the thing the dog
wants is - it's the doggie equivalent of "no." Likewise, granting the thing is a powerful consequence if it's of value to that dog at that moment.
Anytime your dog wants something is the perfect time to train!
Does your dog love to play with toys? Fetch? Eat? Go outside or for a ride? Get attention? These are all things we can very easily control. If your dog tries to snatch the tug toy from your hand but you withhold it until he sits, he will very quickly learn that sitting is the ticket. If rushing an open door results in the door closing but sitting makes it open… sit will be more likely to happen. None of this requires being "alpha" or "dominant" over our dogs - it only requires good observation and timing. Most importantly, changing our dog’s behavior requires changing our own behavior.
Experiment with your own dog - see what you can get him to do with simple granting and withholding… without saying anything!
"What about voice commands?" Sure commands (or "cues" as I prefer to say) absolutely CAN be taught to our dogs, which is amazing to begin with. These cues need to immediately precede the behavior in order for the dog to learn the association.
*If anyone had stood up when I said, "debout," that person would have been rewarded!
by Diana Logan
Diana Logan, CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge-Assessed Pet Connection Dog Training, North Yarmouth, Maine http://www.petconnectionmaine.com 207-252-9352
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As the holiday season approaches, a puppy with a big red bow under the tree may be the ultimate wish for some pet lovers. We have all seen this classic image on TV and in movies. After all, isn’t Christmas all about family, love, a warm cozy home, and fun memories? And doesn’t a puppy exemplify those qualities so well? Nevertheless, I feel compelled to discourage anyone considering purchasing a pet store puppy (or any animal) at Christmastime and year-round.
Call me a Grinch, but the cost of that doggie in the window is much higher than you may think. You see, the hidden cost behind puppy sales in pet stores and online is the suffering at commercial mass breeding farms. Known as puppy mills, these horrid places are about as far from Santa’s workshop as you could get. Hundreds of dogs, crowded in small, wire bottom cages endure extreme heat and cold; their daily existence is misery. Multiple and repeat violations of the Animal Welfare Act’s minimal requirements are commonplace on USDA inspection reports, but fines are rarely levied and the mills continue to churn out millions of puppies annually. Cruelty is inherent to the industry; wholesaling and retailing of sentient beings for maximum profit is exploitation. All the while, millions of dogs and cats are killed in shelters through no fault of their own; undoubtedly many of them were bought on impulse at a
mall pet store with little promise of responsible guardianship.
Maine has relatively strong animal welfare laws, and less than a dozen retail pet stores selling puppies and kittens. Still, puppy mills exist in Maine and many of us cannot forget the travesty of justice that took place when a Buxton mill was raided. 250 dogs were saved from severe neglect, yet the charges against the Frascas were dropped. Penalties or incarceration for animal abuse are not prioritized in our legal system. Imagine how the system works in the Midwestern puppy mill states! So, what can be done to protect man’s best friend from this exploitation? How can we Mainers influence what happens in distant locations where breeding dogs suffer?
Maine Citizens Against Puppy Mills is a reliable source for the facts, as well as inspiration, to those of us whose hearts break when we pass a pet store or shelter. Lynne Fracassi, a passionate advocate for animals, founded MCAPM. Fracassi, served as Naples ACO for five years, and was previously on staff at Animal Refuge League in Westbrook.
Many years prior, she worked as a manager of a mall pet store until she learned the ugly truth behind the business. She promptly resigned,
exposed the store for selling sickly puppies from poor breeders, and catalyzed the company’s change to a humane business model. Lynne currently fosters dogs rescued from mills; her little Chihuahua, Bertie, has mammary tumors and deformed legs from living “on the wire”. She has a long road of recovery and rehabilitation ahead, and she inspires Lynne daily.
MCAPM is now a growing facebook based movement.
When I discovered that Fracassi, was leading the cause in Maine, we became fast friends, kindred spirits, and our group a force to be reckoned with. Our mission is to persuade Maine’s pet stores to stop selling animals and instead, support responsible breeders, who would never subject their pups to weeks in a glass display and being sold to anyone with a credit card, without proper screening. Unfortunately, the ethical breeders we’ve contacted have chosen to remain silent. Seemingly the AKC’s talking points override moral integrity. As long as high-kill shelters exist, the most humane choice is adoption.
To date, none of the pet store owners we have approached would disclose which breeders they deal with, let alone give up the profits that come from their secretive operations. We sympathize with Teddy’s owners, whose little fluff ball of love required several thousands of dollars in veterinary care within months of purchase. We stand in protest to honor Bear, a GSD who succumbed to his numerous illnesses before the tender age of two. Pet store owners callously offered the devastated couples a “replacement” if they returned the family member as a defective product.
Inquire at a pet store and you’ll
By Baxter
Holidays are Stressful for us too!
For a dog, the holidays can be a very stressful time.
Take our humans, for example – the most important creatures in our lives. They go out
happy and come home loaded down with stuff, tired and cranky at one another and worst of all, ignoring us. We can’t help but soak up that stress. We’re dogs. Their stress becomes ours. It’s worse than fleas.
Then – and in all my years of living with humans, I’ve never been able to figure this one out – they move all the furniture from my favorite spots and bring a tree that’s perfectly happy being outside into our house! But do they stop there? No, they string lights all over it and hang on the branches the most god-awful things - things only a cat could enjoy. I can’t sleep: the lights are in my face, the scent of the tree is ruining my nose and the cat is torturing me by batting at every shiny trinket. That’s what I call stress.
And that’s not all. Humans throw parties and invite other humans we don’t know. It means we have to warn of their arrival, check each one out, decide whether to let them in and worry about whether we’ll get to enjoy any of their treats. This is a lot of work and by the end of the party I’m exhausted.
Finally, there is the stress of wondering what presents we will get. Will it be a new chew toy or a plush animal we can cuddle with - or will it be the same old rawhide chews we get every year? And once we get the toy, there is the stress finding a place to enjoy it in safety, certain our humans won’t decide to take it back.
Next year I’m going to check into a kennel for the holidays.Chow, Baxter
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Whisk together the flour, eggs, pumpkin, peanut butter, salt, and cinnamon
in a bowl. Add water as needed to help make the dough workable, but the dough should be dry and stiff. Roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick roll. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
Bake in preheated oven until hard, about 40 minutes.
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It’s so hard to believe that we have reached the end of another year! Have you taken inventory of what you’ve accomplished over the past twelve months and really been grateful for it? Even in the hardest of years there is hopefully one nugget of goodness you can be thankful for. If you have a pet or animal close to you they undoubtedly bring you some happiness and love. What made you pick that one? That may be a question you’ve never even considered but it’s one of my favorite things to ask during a reading. Why did they pick you? As much as you may have been the one to find them, they were waiting for you and have a lot to teach you.
I have to admit, years ago when I began doing Reiki and chatting with dogs I wasn’t prepared for some of the history that came with the animals. I will spare you the details but know that not everyone treats animals with respect or compassion. The good that does come from these situations is that many of them find loving homes and many of us open our hearts when otherwise they would have remained closed. What do these animals want you to know? Most of them want love. And security. They want to know that they will always have enough food, warmth, protection, and that they are part of your family. How do you do this? You can easily get a collar with their name on write it on a bowl with a permanent marker. Putting a placemat under their food bowl or a hang a plaque above the food with their name lets them know they’re part of the family. Most importantly, if the other pets get a holiday stocking, they’ll want one, too!
This October a seven week old Beagle picked me. People think I’m kidding when I say she just showed up on my doorstep, but she did. I heard a screeching noise outside, opened my door, and there she was. I had mentioned this summer that if I ever got a dog that I’d like a Beagle,
but because I’m always on the road I put the thought on the back burner. That is, until she arrived. I posted pictures all over the internet and alerted the shelters and vets. On the seventh and final day for her to be claimed a man called and said she belonged to him. She had gone for a run with the mama dog and a few other pups but failed to return home. Because she was so small he assumed she was eaten by a wild animal. By this point she had weathered a hurricane and a Nor’easter as well as round one of shots with us, so she really felt like ours. I figured the owner showed up for a reason so when he arrived I thought it just wasn’t meant to be and I was ready to say goodbye. He arrived to take her home but ended up talking me and my six year old into keeping her. I had not been craving a puppy and I have zero knowledge of how to raise one, but here I was with a wiggling Beagle with huge ears who was thrilled to be by the woodstove instead of in the kennel waiting to hunt rabbits. This is how Karma became a part of our family. Since that October day I have had very little sleep and have run more than in the past five years combined.
Karma is a stubborn beagle with razor sharp puppy teeth that she uses at every opportunity. She is also a snuggler and a love. She has made me reevaluate my lifestyle, my time management skills and is teaching both me and my
son life lessons that you just can’t find in a book. This year, when I take inventory of my highs and lows, she’s going to be mentioned in both columns. And from that, I will learn and grow and celebrate. As we enjoy our family (both four legged and two) this holiday season I will be sending love to those animals still waiting to find their forever homes. As for now, I’m letting the universe know there are plenty of other doorsteps for them to lead critters to.
Sara Moore, Animal Communicator
Furry Words
QI have my first dog that I got from the local shelter. With
the holidays coming my friends have been warning me of all the hazards that could befall my new best friend. Can you tell me what I really need to be careful of?
A Congratulations! How exciting to have a new friend to share
the holiday joy! With that in mind lets look at what can and cannot be shared, and what to watch out for.
Lets begin with the tree. If you put any fertilizer in the water to extend the life of a real tree then cover the tree stand bowl so your dog doesn’t drink out of it. Some say that pine sap is poisonous. The jury is out on this but the sap does get into the coat and is hard to get out. If it does get in the fur, don’t panic, you can rub smooth peanut butter and let it set. Then shampoo. No cutting of fur is necessary! Pine oil is an irritant so be careful with any essential oils. If you have a chewer put the wood or metal ornaments that won’t break on the bottom third. To avoid the tree from being knocked over you may want to secure it to the ceiling or wall. Don’t put food on the tree like candy canes, cookies, cranberries and popcorn. The string may cause the intestines to bunch and surgery will be needed. Also, the food may cause indigestion. Garland and tinsel can either be ingested, or Fido may get tangled in it and cause injuries. Tree lights should not be left on if you are not around. Your friend could get tangled in the cords. It is always a good idea to unplug the tree lights if you are not using them.
Holiday plants are festive but some like mistletoe and bittersweet can be toxic. Mistletoe can cause digestive irritation which results in drooling, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. If many berries are eaten it can cause irregular heart beats, ataxia (staggering), seizures and death. Bittersweet has alkaloids in it and can cause the same symptoms as mistletoe. Holly can
cause digestive upset like the other berries and the leaves can cause lip smacking and drooling because of the pointed leaves. Poinsettias have gotten a bad rap. They may cause a little digestive upset but not much. If your companion eats either plants call Animal Poison Control Center at 1-800-213-6680.
Candles are a lovely part of the holiday season. If Fido loves to romp make sure the candles are out harms way. Otherwise, he may get burned by the flame or knocking it over and spill the wax on himself.
Holiday foods are delicious and tasty. They can be a problem for our little friends. If you are giving chocolates to Aunt Bee be sure you placed them up high and not under the tree. Same goes with other food gifts such as alcohol, raisons, some nuts, xylitol, and artificial sweetener. Yeast rolls are very tempting. Unbaked yeast containing dough can result in multiple problems if a pet ingests it. The dark, warm environment of the stomach acts as an oven and encourages the dough to continue rising. This can result in a bowel obstruction or a bloated/distended stomach. The stomach may then twist leading to a GDV (gastric dilitation and volvulus). This is a life-threatening situation that requires emergency abdominal surgery. As the yeast ferments in the stomach, it releases alcohol which may lead to alcohol poising. Uncle Jack may want to slip a little snack under the table for Fe Fe, but don’t let him do it. Holiday foods are very rich and can cause a belly ache. Very fatty foods can also cause pancreatitis, which is life threatening.
Holiday season is a busy time and our schedules are all askew. To help your companion to stay out of trouble and decrease stress, keep his schedule intact. Do this with keeping the daily routine (feeding, playtime, walks) close to normal. You can assess your buddy’s comfort level during the holiday hustle. If he seems stressed, or he is normally shy, give him a quiet pace to relax during the chaos.
The Holidays are a wonderful time of year for our family, including our furry members. Lets make it safe and fun for all.
Have a Happy Holiday Season.
Judith K. Herman DVM, CVHAnimal Wellness CenterAugusta [email protected]
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Sara Moore is a Reiki Master, Hypnotist, Psychic, and Animal Communicator. She is available for long distance readings, parties, and fundraising. More information and a full calendar of events can be found at www.enlightenedhorizons.com or contact Sara directly at [email protected].
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inevitably be told the pups come from “reputable USDA licensed breeders”. But Lynne has done her fact-checking. Documents from ME Dept. of Agriculture paired with USDA inspection reports clearly show that all Maine pet stores buy from some of the most notorious mills, mostly in Missouri. Armed with both hard data and heartwrenching stories, MCAPM will propose banning retail pet sales town by town. At present, 28 such bans have been enacted nationwide. Mainers have the power to join this movement.
What can you do to help? Here is my Christmas wish list:1. Don’t shop- Adopt2. Boycott stores selling animals3. Attend a peaceful protest/
awareness event4. Urge your local officials to ban
retail pet sales5. Foster/adopt a rescued mill
breeder dog6. Donate to a puppy mill rescue
organizationAs we prepare for holiday
festivities, let us spread a hopeful message within this dog-loving community. The time has come for change in the pet industry. Progress is being made. Light a candle for the mill dogs and be inspired. As I look into the eyes of my own dog, my heart grows three sizes. All dogs deserve to be so loved.
The humane breeders we contacted chose not to comment on the puppy mill issue.
Lynne Fracassi that founded the group, MCAPM's in June of 2011. Lynne is a former animal control officer (6 years), owner of a small pet sitting business (13) years, shelter worker for 2 years, and animal advocate since the age of 11 (38) years!
Carol Reynolds is the owner of Wizard Of Paws in Bridgton and is Lynn's equally partner in MCAPM's.
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Book ReviewThere are good days with dogs
and not-so-good days, like when my Golden Retriever Henry steals a shoe and a sock before I've even had coffee. If he stole them and put them in a pile somewhere, I'd be okay with that, but he pilfers the shoe, or sock, or pen or magazine or any number of items he can reach. Then he dives under the coffee table and gnaws away at them until they are no longer recognizable. We now work on "trading" the precious item for a bit of what our obedience trainer calls "high value" treats. My blood pressure comes down. The morning continues. I have my coffee and meditate to bring my B/P down some more.
What I have learned, and have had reinforced by reading Jennifer Skiff's new book, The Divinity of Dogs: True Stories of Miracles Inspired by Man's Best Friend, is that if I let those "bad" moments go, I can open to the many other ways Henry brings me joy. Like when I come home and
he wiggles out of his fur and hurls himself at me because his love is so infinite, it far surpasses and overlooks my shortcomings. Such open and generous and unconditional love is what Ms. Skiff's new book is all about.
Divided into chapters based on qualities or wisdom dogs bring us: Love, Comfort, Intuition, Healing, Gratitude Loyalty, Passing, Compassion and Forgiveness, The Divinity of Dogs is a collection of stories submitted by many dog owners whose lives have been touched in ways they classify as "miraculous," or "divine."
In the author's own words: "I believe life is a journey and we're
here to learn and grow spiritually. I also believe dogs are a gift from the Divine sent here to help us on our way. The Divinity of Dogs is about people's [sic] moments of enlightenment with dogs. It includes stories in which love, tolerance, comfort, compassion, loyalty, joyfulness, and even death
have provided inspirational lessons about life from experiences with dogs".
Jennifer Skiff lives part of the time in Maine, and many of the stories are written by Mainers. There are photographs of most of the dogs featured in the stories and the names and websites of shelters from which they came. The book is well put-together and the stories are inspiring. It's reading level could appeal to younger readers and adults. It's a perfect holiday gift, a book you can pick up and read any time. The stories are short, making this a great book to keep in your bag for the doctor's office or waiting for the kids to get through band practice.
Are dogs divine? That's for each reader to decide. Are they loving, inspiring, loyal, intuitive and fun? Yes. Even good old Henry, who sprawls across my lap every night while we sit in front of a roaring fire, watching
what I'm sure he thinks are pretty boring PBS news shows. He is truly a gift and The Divinity of Dogs reminds me to give him what he gives me: endless chances to redeem myself.
Kate Cone lives in Waterville with Henry and her husband Patrick and cat Pearl Prynne. Contact her at [email protected]
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HARMONY from page 4
These adorable pets fit in dog purses that are all the rage…keeping you stylish. Your new BFF can even be dressed to coordinate with your latest and greatest outfit.
If you have a family and like taking brisk walks, Labs or Golden Retrievers would be wonderful for your bunch. These canines love kids and are very loyal to their owners. And if a member of your family has allergies, look for a lighter shedding, short-haired hybrid such as a Goldendoodle. If you want to participate in sports activities with your new pet—such as agility or flyball—consider a Collie.
Also family-friendly, these beautiful, active dogs are trustworthy.
Kindness and compassion are the cornerstones of your personality. Search rescue sites to find the canine that’s right for you. You’ll not only find a new companion, but you’ll be giving them a second chance at a good life.
Dogs, like people, have many facets to their personalities. Focus on finding the one breed that best aligns with your individuality. Don’t be discouraged, it may take some time. Just remember, the key is to find your perfect match!
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One of my responsibilities at Bridgton Veterinary Hospital is taking care of dogs and cats in the boarding kennel. It's a great time because I can really get to know the personalities of the pets since they typically visit for a few days rather than just the half hour we get to spend with them for a wellness appointment. One of my favorite dogs to care for in the kennel is a little red female dachshund . Though she's just a tiny, little thing, she has to have the biggest and heaviest blanket we have available, because she loves to bury herself as far down into it as she can. There is nothing cuter then calling her to go outside and watching that blanket twist and wiggle until her little head pokes out from under one of the edges.
E v e r y o n e , including me, hears the word dachshund and i m m e d i a t e l y thinks of the old hot dog cliche. I've even seen advertisements for a yearly Weinerfest celebrating all things dachshund. This breed's comical,
elongated l o o k , h oweve r, s t e m s from a very u n c o m i c a l r e a s o n . D a c h s h u n d means "Badger Dog" in German. Their combination of long body and short legs made these dogs ideal for digging into badger burrows. Able to maneuver in the tight quarters of the burrow, these courageous dogs would fight vicious
badgers - often to the death! So are today's dachshunds tenacious hunters or loving house pets?
I sat down with Heidi Reid-Healy of Poor Meadows Dachshunds in Bridgton to find out. Heidi has been breeding miniature dachshunds for ten years and is a licensed and inspected breeding kennel through the State of Maine and the Town of Bridgton. She tells me she began breeding dachshunds when all her kids moved out of the house and she wanted something small to snuggle with at home. Having been bred to burrow, a dachshund loves to burrow under blankets to the foot of the bed or onto any available lap. This habit
that c a n be so cute indoors, however, c a n extend to digging multiple holes in the yard if they are left unsupervised.
Heidi says dachshunds can be a fabulous dog for a wide variety of living situations. Some of her Poor Meadows puppies live happily in downtown Boston, others live in the country and are avid hikers. She even has some that love to swim! If you visit the Dachshund Club of America's website, you'll also see that dachshunds compete in hunting trials! They are definitely a dog of many skills. Heidi in fact urges people to remember that they are hunters. They
are a member of the hound
group which means they may
be easily tempted to wander off after
interesting smells if left unsupervised. They can
be trained to be off leash, however, if you keep an eye on them. So is there a down side to this smart, adaptable, loving breed of
dog? Heidi says they do have a tendency to be a little bit
on the barky side. She said the biggest issue, however, is their long
back. Many, many dachshunds have been known to "slip" a disk
in their back thus causing pain, lameness, and
sometimes paralysis. They should not
be allowed to jump off beds and furniture. If you want them to sleep in bed
with you, stairs to get up and down
are a necessity. Also, although the
dachshund can be great with children if raised with
them, they may not be the best dog to have around small children who might lift them inappropriately or sit or lay on them and hurt their backs.
So, if you'd like a dog who can live happily in an apartment or be happy taking long walks in the woods, and you don't mind supervising their playtime to protect their backs, a dachshund may be a great dog for you. For more information, visit the website of the Dachshund Club of America, http://dachshund-dca.org
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Here it is, my most frequently asked question: “How do I cut my dogs nails?” or my favorite variation of that question, “How do you get them to stand so still when you do their nails!?” The key is confidence. If your dentist came at you fumbling their tools and making a bunch of false starts you bet your buttons you’d be off that chair and out the door in 10 seconds flat. Until you become proficient enough that confidence follows I am a huge fan of bribery as it has the pleasant side effect of making nail clipping time akin to ‘treat time!’ which you know your dog loves. With a big dog have them stand with the treat supplier in front of them. Imagine (or google) somebody cleaning a horse’s hooves, they keep the leg under the horse at all times. You will want to do the same with your dog, keeping their leg curled under their body and as close to the ground as possible. The more comfortable your dog is the less he will fight you.
For our little dog friends, like the notorious don’t-you-touch-my-feet! Dachshund, I again prefer the two people approach. I have my customer hold their dog, some on their backs like a baby but holding them right-end-up is fine too since
I can sneak in from underneath *cue the jaws music* Honestly I have cut so many nails in the past 6 years that I can clip in just about any position, the trick is finding what is comfortable for the dog and to allow me to cut those nails.
Now for the biology of the thing. Our own nails are very different by comparison. Dead nail is white, the nail bed is pink, the quick located at the base providing nutrients for growth. On a dog or cat the quick is located in the center of the nail. On white nails its easy to see, pink and showing through the dead nail. In black nails its a bit trickier. I coach people to go with the ‘less is more
approach’, rather than try and cut it all in one go and risk making your dog’s nail bleed, clip a small amount of nail every few days. With black nails the dead nail is generally pale and flaky. As you clip you may feel a change in the resistance of the nail, dead nail cuts easily but as I approach the live quick the nail becomes spongy. On black nails the quick will show as a darker wet center once you have cut away the dead portion.
For those of you still too nervous to cut on your own I will say that every grooming salon I have ever worked in offered nail clipping as a walk-in service with no appointment. No muss no fuss. I strongly recommend having somebody else do the clipping if you are worried about hurting your fuzzy friend for 2 reasons a) because if you are worried and stressed then you are twice as likely to cut them and b) once you have quicked the nail then I as a groomer have to work twice as hard to get your dog to trust me to do it! If you aren’t walking regularly on a paved surface I suggest having your dogs nails clipped about
once a month.On a different note I’d like to
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The Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County was founded in 1989 to provide care, protection and loving homes for abandoned and homeless companion animals in the Midcoast Maine area. The Society supports activities advocating responsible pet ownership and the prevention of abuse and cruelty, and it sponsors events and activities that promote the health and welfare of animals and demonstrate the benefits of the human-animal bond. Since 1991, the Society has operated a shelter located on Buttermilk Lane in Thomaston. The Shelter is open between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed on Sundays. PMHSKC provides animal support services to the
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If you would like to donate to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund, please follow the link on animalwelfaresociety.org. 100% of monies raised will go directly to disaster relief in the areas affected by the storm.
Recently, the Animal Welfare Society Board of Directors and Staff revised the organization’s mission statement to include disaster response: "The Animal Welfare Society, a non-profit
organization, exists to provide humane shelter and care to companion animals temporarily in need of housing, to assist in disaster response, and to further the cause of responsible animal adoption and ownership through education and public awareness. The society actively promotes kindness, the elimination of cruelty to and neglect of all animals, and the lifelong commitment of people to their pets."
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Lambeau, 5 yrs, shepherd-hound mixLambeau is a sweet, goofy and super handsome. He does best with bigger dogs. Lambeau urgently needs a foster or permanent home that would be willing to work with him on guarding issues inside of the home. Our rescue would provide training sessions for you and Lambeau. This is a wonderful opportunity for somebody who is interested in dog training, and helping a wonderful rescue dog who is in need. If you are interested please contact us at [email protected].
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Little Miss, 8 yrs. Little Miss is one of the sweetest and most loving dogs. She is good with house training and loves to sleep under the covers. She walks very well on a leash and acts like a dog about half her age! She does give little kisses and enjoys being with people. She gets along with other dogs and cats too. Little Miss has not been around young children so we would recommend only a home with children over 10yrs old. She is spayed, up-to-date on shots. FMI: www.almosthomerescue.net/adopt or email [email protected]
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Max, 6 yrs, Dalmatian MixAn all-around great guy who loves going for walks or hikes with his people and is also very friendly with practically everyone.FMI: The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or www.animalwelfaresociety.org
Cocoa, 4 yrs, Min PinAlways the life of the party, Cocoa would make for a great sidekick with her playful and goofy nature.FMI: The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or www.animalwelfaresociety.org
Indigo, 5 yrs, American Shelter DogVery easy going girl who loves getting a chance to play and has a grand old time romping about outdoors.If you are interested in adopting please contact The Animal Welfare Society at 207-985-3244 or visit us online at www.animalwelfaresociety.org
Sebastion, 4 yrs, GreyhoundA large brindle boy, he is a retired racer who loves attention. He is gentle, very smart and has lots of personality. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
Padilla, 4 yrs, GreyhoundShe is a beautiful fawn retired racer. She is affectionate, quiet and can be a little shy. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
Ward, 2 yrs, GreyhoundA retired racer he is a handsome dark brindle boy. He is energetic and very friendly. FMI: Maine Greyhound Placement Service, 207-846-4707
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Barry is a charming AKC Registered Fawn and White smooth-coated chihuahua. He was saved from a southern shelter where he had been dumped after being removed from a breeder facility. Barry is amazingly well socialized considering his background, and likes nothing better than fetching, lap-sitting, face-licking and being the center of attention.
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Sat 1, 10:00 am to 1:00 amLeslie Main from Canines & Cats in
Oakland will be doing a nail trim clinic at Cost is $5.00 per pet. Dogs, cats, rabbits
and ferrets welcome. All proceeds will go to Save Our Strays.
HART (Homeless Animal Rescue Team)Pet Quarters, Scarborough,ME.
Sat 1, 11:00 am to 2:00 amHART will be spending the afternoon doing some fundraising and bringing
awareness to their shelter. They will have a bunch of goodies such as cookbooks and calendars...perfect for the holiday season! Have any questions? Want to
know more about the shelter? Come talk to some very devoted volunteers.
JJ PhotosPet Quarters, ScarboroughSat 1, 11:00 am to 3:00 am
Come get your pet's picture taken by a professional pet photographer!
Photos with Santa ClawsPet Smart, Biddeford
Sat 1, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmSun 2, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmSat 8, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmSun 9, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmSat 15, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmSun 16, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Photos with Santa Claws- December 1 & 2, 8 & 9 and 15 & 16 - It's time for
photos with Santa Claws! A portion of the proceeds benefit the Animal Welfare Society. FMI: (www.animalwelfaresociety.
org) at 985-3244.
Sit with Santa at The Planet Dog Company Sotre
PortlandSun 2, 10:00 am to 1:00 am
The Planet Dog Company Store is hosting its eighth annual "Sit With Santa" event. Annual fundraiser helps the Planet Dog
Foundation support canine service organizations. Kids and dogs are invited to have their photos taken with Santa. 100% of the proceeds are donateded to the Planet Dog Foundation grant
program. A photographer will be taking the photos and a box of "costumes" will
be provided. Free refreshments FMI: www.planetdogfoundation.org
207-761-1515, [email protected]
AWS at Christmas By the Sea in Ogunquit
Main Street, OgunquitSat 8, 7:00 am
The Animal Welfare Society Elves will be handing out biscuits and collecting donations at the Christmas By The Sea
Parade. All donations gathered will benefit the shelter!
FMI: (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) or 985-3244.
Prelude Weekend Events with AWS
Kennebunkport. Sat 8, 11:00 am to 2:00 am
AWS Christmas Open House at the Animal Welfare Society on Holland Road in West Kennebunk. Have your pet's photo taken with Santa, buy some sweets at the bake
sale and find a giftat the Gift Shop. Sun 9, 11:00 am to 2:00 am
Visit the AWS Crafters under the tent and watch AWS Adoptable Dogs in the
Second Annual Pooch Parade.FMI: (www.animalwelfaresociety.org) at
985-3244. [email protected]
New Life Boxer RescuePet Quarters, Scarborough
Sun 9, 11:00 am to 3:00 amNew Life Boxer Rescue will be at Pet
Quarters. Please stop by to say hello while doing your holiday shopping. "Got Boxer"
tee shirts, hats, misc items on sale.Meet our wonderful volunteers, their
fosters and learn about the breed!To know a RESCUE is to LOVE a RESCUE!
Happy Holidays!1-855-4-A-Boxer FMI: http://www.
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AWS at the Portland Children’s Museum
PortlandSat 15, 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Ongoing each SaturdayJoin the Animal Welfare Society Educator and a shelter pet for a hands-on program
about animal care. Meet some great animals and learn about Pet Care and Handling. FMI: (207-828-1234). (www.
207-985-3244, [email protected]
Greyhound RescuePet Quarters
Sat 15, 11:00 am to 2:00 pmPet Quarters, Scarborough, ME,ME04074. Let a retired racing greyhound race into your heart! Come meet these amazing
animals and learn more about the greyhound breed from some experts who have devoted their lives to these amazing
dogs.
Agility Fun RunsPortland
Sat 15, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pmAgility Fun Runs— HoHoHo Down Fun
Runs at Happy Tails in Portland. Courses for all ages and skill levels, raffle prizes
and homemade snack bar goodies. Come join in the FUN
Details:Price:$15.00Dog non-members, $10/Dog
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Friends of Feral FelinesPet Quarters, Scarborough
Sat 22 & Sun 23, 10:00 am to 4:00 pmFriends of Feral Felines will be spending the afternoon with us, promoting their
organization and doing some fundraising. Have any questions about Friends of Feral
Felines? Want to help this wonderful rescue group? Come talk with some
volunteers.
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