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VOLUME 12 NO. 6 “You want a friend in Washington? Get a dog.” ~ Harry S. Truman JUNE 2009
MEET BO,
THE FIRST
DOG
The Portuguese Waterdog:
A fun, friendly breed
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(Internal Medicine)
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Pet Gazette June 2009
Canine cataracts
SAVING YOUR DOG’S SIGHT
DR. PATRICK WELCH,
J
DVM, DACVO
asmine, a two-year-
old American Cocker
Spaniel, was generat-
ing some concern for her own-
Cassandra Kelley, D.V.M.
ers. Recently, they had noticed Full Service Feline Only Veterinary Hospital
that Jasmine was bumping into
the door when it was closed; • Preventive Care Programs
was afraid to go down the
stairs; and was tripping over • Senior Wellness
books left on the floor. Over
the course of several months,
• Dental Health
they noted that her eyes were • Complete Medical &
looking different, almost frosty
or white. Her behavior chang- There is no medical therapy for cataracts. Veterinary ophthal- Surgical Care
es continued until they had no mologists treat animal cataracts with the same elective surgery
doubt -- Jasmine couldn't see.
used on humans -- phacoemulsification.
tion during development, sys- lens fibers become denser and
“Special Care For Your Cat”
When the family brought
temic disease (e.g. diabetes), the lens can appear slightly
Jasmine to their local vet-
erinarian, they found out that or a multitude of other causes gray or hazy. This condition 508-746-8580
Jasmine had cataracts in both may cause cataracts. is called nuclear sclerosis and 80 Sandwich St., (Rte. 3A) Plymouth
eyes. They were overwhelmed Heredity is probably the is a perfectly normal aging
by the news! Why would such most common cause of cata- change that doesn't affect vi- www.catclinicplymouth.com
a young dog have cataracts? racts, however. Many breeds sion or require treatment.
Could medication help or (including the American Jasmine's owners were
would Jasmine need surgery?
Their veterinarian referred
them to a veterinary ophthal-
Cocker Spaniel) develop cata- thrilled to learn that their pup-
racts at a relatively early age py's vision could be restored.
due to a genetic problem that Jasmine remained in the hos-
Loving Arms
mologist.
When I met Jasmine's
owners, they were frightened
is passed on from their par- pital for 48 hours after her sur-
ents. Based on her age and gery so we could monitor her
breed, Jasmine probably in- progress closely and adminis-
Pet Care
and confused. As a board-cer- herited her cataracts. ter antibiotic and anti-inflam-
matory medications. She was
discharged to the care of her Sherilyn Biagini
“It is a common misconception that all dogs get doting guardians. Veterinary Technician
cataracts as they get older. In fact, most dogs never After the surgery, Jas- 12 years in Animal Care
develop cataracts.” mine's owners had to adminis-
ter several topical medications Member of PSI
tified veterinary ophthalmolo- up to four times per day as well
gist, I was able to answer their There is no medical ther- as oral medications. Although I offer boarding in my home while you are away.
questions and allay most of apy for cataracts. Veterinary the post-operative home care • Daily walks • Playtime
their fears. With the help of a ophthalmologists treat animal was very demanding, Jas- • Medication administration
variety of special equipment, cataracts with the same elec- mine's owners were happy to • Post surgery recovery care
I confirmed that little Jasmine tive surgery used on humans play any part in ensuring the • Litter Box cleaning • Some grooming
did have cataracts in both -- phacoemulsification. The success of surgery! In a few • Nail trims
eyes. I examined the animal's surgeon makes a small (3mm) short weeks, Jasmine was back Whatever your pet needs are, I will take care of it.
eyes thoroughly to ensure that incision in the eye, uses an ul- to normal; the only things she
I also do pick up and drop off
all other eye structures were trasonic handpiece to shatter occasionally tripped over were
functioning normally. the cataract, and aspirates the her long, floppy ears! depending on distance.
A cataract is a non-pain- debris from the eye. Once the Dr. Patrick Welch is a Dip- I check mail, water plants etc.
ful condition of the lens. The cataract is removed, the doctor lomate of the American College
inserts a prosthetic intraocu- 617-529-8325
crystalline lens is a living tis- of Veterinary Ophthalmolo-
lar lens implant (IOL), which biaginis3@yahoo.com
sue within the eye that is nor- gists and staff ophthalmologist
mally transparent. Any opac- helps to restore normal vision. at VCA South Shore Animal
ity within the lens is called a The procedure requires gener- Hospital. He is available for
cataract. The opacity may be a al anesthesia and takes about consultations regarding eye
small white dot or plaque that 45 minutes per eye. problems in all animal spe-
doesn't interfere with vision or It is a common miscon- cies. To speak with Dr. Welch
it may involve the whole lens ception that all dogs get cata- about your pet's condition or
and cause blindness. Ocular racts as they get older. In fact, to set up an appointment, call
trauma, inflammation within most dogs never develop cata- 781-337-6622.
the eye (uveitis), poor nutri- racts. As your dog ages, her
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Pet Gazette June 2009
Marvel introduces
Pet Avengers miniseries
B
ehind every great companion to The Falcon), Hair-
man is a fantastic ball (Speedball’s cat) and Frog
pet, or so appears Thor (an amphibious version
the thinking behind a new of the Nordic God of Thunder).
series by Marvel Comics, Together, these furry, feathered
“Lockjaw and the Pet Aveng- and otherwise unusual superhe-
ers.” The four-part minise- roes team up to, of course, save
ries, which debuted May 13 the world from imminent threat.
with a full-color, 32-page Written by Chris Eliopoulos and
issue, gives center stage to drawn by Ig Guara, the book
the animal companions of sells for $2.99 and is available in
several Marvel superheroes, comic shops where other Marvel
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its readers to the world of San Bernardo, where dogs
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June 2009
Pet Gazette 55
Whisker Walk 2009
Benefit walk for
Vaccinations for Dogs
homeless animals How often is too often?
O I
By Tiffany J. Rule, DVM
n Sunday June 7 the Nation’s first and only multi-
organizational dog walk and benefit is being held n the past, the veteri-
at the Lancaster Fairground in Lancaster, Mass on nary community ad-
Rt.117. Thousands of people and their dogs from all over New vocated annual vac-
England are expected to descend on 50 acres of pet loving cinations for all pets. Most
paradise with almost 100 pet related groups, companies, ven- pet owners did due diligence
dors, sponsors and manufacturers and animal rescue groups in and took their pet dog or cat
attendance! to the vet for “yearly shots.”
The 2009 Whisker Walk will be an “event not to be missed” As veterinary science has be-
for pet lovers and their dogs with a unique twist…a blessing come more advanced, there is
of the animals kicks off the noon multi-organizational dog more information in the field
walk! Come see spectacular exhibits, demonstrations, hands- of immunology available to
on animal petting opportunities, educational programs, special veterinarians. There are two
attractions, pet adoptions, product giveaways, entertainment, major veterinary organizations
lots of food, fun and things for adults and kids to see, do and that have put forth an effort to
buy! study issues surrounding the
Doors opens to the public at 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Walk starts vaccination of our beloved
at noon. Centrally located — just minutes from Rt. 2, Rt. 190, pets. Many veterinarians wish-
495 and only 20 minutes from Worcester and 30 miles from ing to stay abreast of the most
Boston! 50+ acres of flat, shaded paths (handicapped acces- current veterinary science now
sible) the grounds are enormous and beautiful. recommend less frequent vac-
No admission fees. Bring your family and your dogs. Oth- cinations as well as vaccine
er pets must stay home. programs customized to each
individual’s disease risk.
While vaccinations are While vaccinations are recommended less frequently, more
recommended less frequently, attention is being paid to preventative care including regular
BECOME A PROFESSIONAL more attention is being paid laboratory screening of blood and urine samples. Finally,
to preventative care including some veterinarians are recommending more frequent physical
DOG TRAINER! regular laboratory screening
of blood and urine samples.
examinations: Once every six months rather than once per
year.
Finally, some veterinarians are
recommending more frequent as different individuals inherit dividual disease risk and not
physical examinations: Once differences in their immune necessarily every year.
every six months rather than systems. We would need to There is much discussion
once per year. challenge many dogs at many about vaccination titer testing.
The investigation into vac- points in life to truly deter- This is a procedure where a
cine frequency in the cat was mine the efficacy of a given blood sample is drawn, sub-
primarily precipitated by the vaccination. mitted to a laboratory, and
scourge of vaccine associated Recently, the American the sample then tested for an-
cancer, namely, fibrosarcoma. Animal Hospital Association tibodies to canine distemper
This phenomenon has not been has studied and published rec- and/or canine parvovirus. A
reported in the dog. Neverthe- ommendations for canine vac- high titer tells us that there is
Hands-On Dog Training a high level of antibodies in
Experience Included circulation. The conventional
“Could vaccinating a dog every year for disease result in wisdom states that a high titer
Great Job Placement chronic health problems?” can give one an idea or some
confidence that protection ex-
Assistance ists. A low titer however is
less, the question remains, do
dogs really need to be vacci- cinations. These recommenda- not conclusive as a titer only
Easy Qualifying Low tions are similar to those made examines humoral immunity,
nated once per year for every
Interest Student Loans disease? by the AAFP, in that they which is one of two main parts
(as low as $30.00 Could vaccinating a dog identify recommended and of the immune system. Cell
per month) every year for every disease not-recommended vaccina- mediated immunity is the oth-
result in chronic health prob- tions and stipulate vaccine fre- er arm of the immune system
Training Locations lems? Some immunologists quency. For adult dogs there is that a titer cannot measure.
have speculated that only two good evidence that the protec- For example, an animal with a
throughout the tion conferred by canine par- very low titer may have excel-
vaccinations are needed for
Greater Boston Area life: An initial vaccine fol- vovirus and canine distemper lent immunity against canine
lowed by a booster to impart exceeds five years. According parvovirus.
Mention Code #PG2006 lifelong immunity against to the taskforce, three years Many veterinarians feel
and get $100 off! some diseases in the dog. This seemed a conservative, happy that titer testing is not helpful
may be true, but for now this is medium. The current three- at this time. Many of us hope
only a speculation. year vaccination for dogs is la- that this technology is perfect-
For veterinarians to safely beled for use every three years ed and appropriate challenge
recommend a vaccine’s dura- and has not yet been labeled studies are performed, as it
tion, it must first be studied. to use for a longer duration of would be ideal to vaccinate
This means challenge studies time. Puppies should still be animals according to measur-
must be performed. A chal- vaccinated at 6-8 weeks, 9-11 able need rather than on an
lenge study involves vacci- weeks, and 12-14 weeks with arbitrary basis. Additionally,
nating a dog against a specific three weeks in between each there may well be more results
CALL TODAY disease, for instance, canine vaccination for canine distem- on studies of duration of im-
parvovirus, and then exposing per, parvovirus, and adeno- munity that will further alter
AND BEGIN TRAINING that dog to live, virulent virus virus type-2. The decrease in how and when we vaccinate
at some point later in its life. vaccination frequency pertains our dogs.
FOR THE CAREER If a vaccination could protect only to adult dogs. Dr. Rule is a veterinarian
a dog for life, then exposing a As is the case for feline at Dedham Veterinary Associ-
YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED 13-year-old dog to canine par- vaccination recommenda- ates and advocates vaccina-
vovirus after this dog only had tions, not every dog needs to tion for dogs and cats as rec-
.....WORKING WITH ANIMALS! initial vaccinations as a puppy be vaccinated every year with ommended by AAHA and the
would not harm the dog. One every available vaccination. AAFP. Originally published
1-800-795-3294 dog would not be enough to Progressive veterinary care in the January 2006 edition of
study this question however, includes vaccination of each the Pet Gazette.
www.AnimalBehaviorCollege.com pet according to his or her in-
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Pet Gazette June 2009
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of themselves and their dog week. At the end of each week, national Look-a-Like Cham-
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June 2009
Pet Gazette 7
Who gets the puppy
Underwater Treadmill
For Treatment of:
Spa Pool in the divorce?
s /RTHOPEDIC.EUROLOGIC 3URGERY By Gerald F. Williamson Esq. can go awry, even after many Does it matter who bought
Pet Gazette Columnist years of commitment by the which dog or whose relative
Q
s #ONDITIONING3TRENGTH "UILDING)MPROVE &UNCTION : My husband parties. So, what happens to made a gift to you? The pro-
s 7EIGHT -ANAGEMENT and I are getting the furry “property” here? bate courts say no. Your four-
Now offering Chiropractic Services! a divorce after 26 In order to establish mean- footed “kids” are not subject to
years of marriage. We have ingful rules as to alimony and the rules pertaining to custody,
7ASHINGTON 3T 3TOUGHTON s
two grown kids (on their property settlement, we have interim support, and visitation
WWWANIMOTIONANIMALREHABCOM own). We each have a car been given Chap. 208, Sect. 34 as with children. Instead, they
and the home is paid for. We of the Not-So-General Laws of are unceremoniously labeled
will split the sale of the pro- the Commonwealth. In pass- as “personal property of the
s si o n ceeds. There will be alimony ing, please note that alimony marital estate” and are legally
I m p re ti on for six months only. Here's is not a one-way money sluice disposed of under a different
genre of divorce laws.
Ani m
to me. Our one-year tive value of these pets,
old AKC certified male and if their relative value
Siberian husky (com- of these pets, and if their
plete with one brown respective values are truly
"Improved Function, and one blue eye), we important to you, they can
Improved Quality agree is worth at least be appraised, just like a
of Life" $3,500, especially as a stamp collection or a set
breeder. Can the pro- of antique trains. If one
Marjorie C. McMillan, DVM, DACVR, CCRP • Cathy Symons, CVT, CCRP bate judge decide who opinion of value is not
gets which dog? I want sufficient, you can sub-
At Sterling
COMPREHENSIVE PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAMS FOR
the cockapoo (I bought mit the matter to binding
Impression Rehab
means:
Arthritis - Obesity - Amputation - Weight loss
Post-Surgical - Post-Trauma - Cancer
INCLUDES
her). The Siberian was
a gift from a relative. Paws & the law arbitration, or simply use
more than one appraiser.
Recvory Spa Pool - Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation How do you settle the Writing the pups into
Expertience Custom Orthotics - Home Therapy Plans valuation question? a divorce agreement need
Healing Underwater Treadmill from hubby's checkbook to not be difficult at all. A sim-
Ambulation A: A probate judge wryly yours. (Ask Liz Taylor, who ple written, signed stipulation
ASK ABOUT OUT PRODUCTS FOR YOUR
commented in open court: “If has been on the paying end of should do the trick, which will
Better quality of life ELDERLY, DISABLED OR INJURED PET
you folks had worked half as
Boots - Harnesses - Slings - Hot/Cold Packs - Low Calorie Treats an alimony order more than become incorporated into the
hard at your marriage as you once!) Alimony is, essentially, divorce agreement, to be ap-
Sterling Impression Animal Rehabilitation Center of New England are working at your divorce, support monies paid to either proved by the judge. (An ID
I'd probably be out of a job!!” husband or wife, after the court chip is highly recommended.)
1008 East Street, Walpole In any case, many marriages, considers a veritable shopping A few years ago we had the
xänÈÈnÇ{ÈÊUÊÜÜÜ°ÃÌ>ÀVi°V even those made in Heaven, list of entitlement factors. Is daunting task of assigning a
“puppy” settlement treated the black lab and a border collie to
same? Bonny and an adopted husky to
The short answer is yes, Steve. Visitation never reared
We are open and here for with some quasi-legal factors its furry head: Bonny moved
to consider. Is your darling to New Jersey and Steve re-
our patients cockapoo worth any more or
less because she cannot be cer-
mained in the Commonwealth.
Good Luck!
Please call tified by the AKC? (Our local
vet has opined that it could be Silly statute of the month
508-428-6393 to schedule or reschedule four or five generations of very You can be arrested in
Monday - Saturday 8-5 selective breeding before the New Hampshire for poaching
cockapoo could be tagged as a a deer or a bear, but only if you
Cape Cod Animal Hospital has been in “new” breed). Until then, your qualify as a natural person!!
continuous operation since 1930 and will be furry cutie must remain a very
Complete rebuilt. The hospital will continue to serve high priced “designer mon- Got a question about ani-
grel.” I would not advise you mal law? Send your questions
Medical Care this wonderful community.
to put a $10,000 FMV (fair
Scott E. Munson, VMD and feedback to Attorney Wil-
market value) on this puppy, liamson and you may see it
Melaine L. Bikis, DVM even if you love her that much. in a future column. He can be
Heidi A. McMorrow, DVM Ironically, the Siberian, a rec- reached at pawlaw@petga-
1411 Osterville Road West Barnstable ognized pure breed, sans sen- zette.net or by mail to Attorney
timental value, but carrying a
Gerald Williamson, 71 Legion
full complement of reproduc-
Parkway, Brockton, MA 02301
tive gear, can be worth big
bucks.
Foreclosure &
Debt Relief
chapter 7 chapter 13 trial work
Gerald F. Williamson, Esq.
71 Legion Parkway
Brockton, MA 02301
Serving South Shore Over 25 Years
LIZ CZAPLICKI, DVM
(508) 588-2284
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Pet Gazette June 2009
Goldfish/Koi Pond ‘Orientation’
By George Sommers You can get a Chinese into nishikikoi, or koi. A bi-
H
Pet Gazette Columnist checker jumpstart on your zarre goldfish from Korea
uge, gaudy koi water gardening this way as known as celestial eyes has
glide among wa- most commercial water gar- eyes that stick out to the side
terlilies under den plants are tropical natives, and face directly up, bred by
miniature wooden bridges and and not generally available monks so the fish would gaze
by waterfalls in Japanese style before mid-May. You can also heavenward.
garden ponds - an inspiration purchase bamboos in specialty Goldfish and koi are cel-
for many an American fish- shops at many malls but they ebrated in Chinese art and
pond. In fact, for the centu- tend to be a bit more pricy – culture, and depicted on icons
ries old origins of “artificial” and the cultural experience made of wood, metal and oth-
pond keeping and probably isn’t quite the same! er materials usually adorned
the aquarium hobby itself; go Gold is always a prized with red tassles. A couple
East, young commodity of these hang in a place of
man (or among trad- honor by the windchimes on
woman - or ers, and a the “shores” of this writer’s
older man or store in Chi- pond.
woman). natown has a Budget permitting, you
This tra- large selec- can always add that wooden
dition can be tion of gold- footbridge or waterfall.
honored in a fish and koi. After a day’s trading along
fun way by Shubunkins, the Silk Road, you can always
adding some calicoes and East meets West: Oriental icons decorate a Massachusetts fish opt for some General Gao ca-
Oriental em- comets are pond. -Photo by George Sommers shew chicken, a mai tai and
bellishments the best pond fortune cookies before head-
to your local goldfish. ing home to add your Oriental
tor evasion and food competi- aquarists took drab green,
garden-va-
riety pond.
If you can’t
Fish & fowl Fantail type
varieties are
not built for
tion. ordinary-looking fish called
The original “wild gold- Crucian carp and turned
booty to your garden pond.
Check out more by this
writer on examiner.com bos-
fish” looked no more like to- them into the fantails, moors,
swing a ticket for the Orien- speed and ton under PETS and also on
day’s fancy goldfish than a shubunkins, etc. of today.
tal Express; catch the Orange aren’t as well equipped for a E-How.com
poodle resembles its wolf-like Meanwhile, Japanese hobby-
Line to Chinatown. (Parking semi-wild existence of preda-
ancestors. Master Chinese ists bred another carp species
can be tough to find and/or
expensive.)
Local garden stores don’t
typically break out pond sup-
plies until mid-May, reason-
ing that ”pond season” lasts
about 4 months. (Those of us
who keep ponds year-round
beg to duffer, but that’s for fu-
VCA South Shore
ture stories!)
The first Oriental treasure (Weymouth)
for the modern day Marco
Polo to seek is the lucky bam-
boo, sold in Oriental specialty
Animal Hospital
shops, and open air markets in
Internal Medicine
mild weather Lucky bamboos
thrive in an aquatic environ-
Michael Bernstein, DVM, DACVIM,
Medical Director
595 Columbian Street
ment, but with their minimal
roots they need to be solidly
anchored by aquarium-appro-
Angelyn Cornetta, DVM, DACVIM,
Intern Director South Weymouth, MA 02190
Alice Hadden, DVM, DACVIM
priate gravel, or marbles. Tall
ones break the water surface,
like a reed marsh providing
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June 2009
Pet Gazette 9
The Portuguese Water Dog
a fun, friendly breed
I
By Becca Manning, Pet Gazette Staff
n April, President Barack Obama decided to make
good on his Election Night promise to daughters Ma-
lia and Sasha by adopting a Portuguese Water Dog.
That’s when Stu Freeman’s phone started ringing off the
hook.
As president of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America,
Freeman said he has given about 80 interviews
since the Obamas announced their decision
to adopt Bo, a six-month-old black-and-
white Portuguese Water Dog given to
them by U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy.
“We have seen a lot of increase
in interest in our Web site. A few
days right before the president got
his dog, there were millions of hits.
We don’t get that much in the whole
year,” Freeman said recently.
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Pet Gazette June 2009
That Famous Face
A
lready since the Obamas introduced their furry new
addition to the family in April, products bearing Bo’s
name and image have been pouring into the market.
On April 16, two days after Bo’s first official White House
photo op, Ty Inc.
introduced a new
Beanie Baby version
of the presidential
pup that has report-
edly sold out at
select stores around
the country. The little
black-and-white
stuffed dog bearing
a red-white-and-
blue collar retails for
$4.99 but already
has been seen
going for upwards
of $100 on eBay.
Also in April, a
small publishing
company based in
The Portuguese Water Dog, called Cão de Água in Portugal (basically translating to “dog of Virginia, Mascot
water”), gets its name from its history of being a companion for Portuguese fishermen and Books, announced
sailors. it would be releas-
Dogs usually grow to be up to reputation for being hypoal- well-balanced working dog ing a children’s book featuring Bo. “Bo, America’s
65 pounds and around 20-23 lergenic, Freeman said they was prized by the fishermen as Commander in Leash” by Naren Aryal and illustrated by
inches tall, while females are not necessarily so. “The a companion and guard dog. Danny Moore,
can get up to a little over 50 dogs have hair as contrasted He lived on the working was released this
pounds and about 17-21 inch- to having fur. They don’t have boats where he was spring and takes
es tall, Freeman said. dander like a golden retriever. taught to herd fish Bo on “an exciting
The breed features a thick They do have hair and hair into nets, to re- adventure as he
coat of curly or wavy hair, of- sheds, sort of the way [human] trieve lost tackle learns all about the
ten black or black with white hair sheds. If you’re allergic to or broken nets White House and
blazes on the chest, though the dander in other dogs, you will and to act as a experiences the
dogs can come in a variety of not be allergic to a Portuguese courier from traditions that
colors, including white, brown Water Dog. If you’re allergic ship to ship make it such a
and spotted. They also have to the protein in a dog’s sali- or ship to special place,”
thick tails, typically clipped va, then you’re allergic to all shore.” according to a
so they have a tuft of hair on dogs,” he said. “They were blurb on the com-
the end like a lion’s tail. Those The Portuguese Water basically compan- pany’s Web site. The
tails contribute to the dogs’ ex- Dog, called Cão de Água in ions of the Portuguese book, a 32-page hardcover
cellent swimming skills. Portugal (basically translat- fishermen while they were out in full color aimed at ages 4-8,
The Obamas reportedly ing to “dog of water”), gets on their boats,” Freeman said. retails for $14.95. (Find it at mascotbooks.com or at other
picked a Portuguese Water its name from its history of Though they’re not nec- local and online bookstores.)
Dog in part because they are being a companion for Portu- essarily more inclined to en- Set for a fall release is a
low-shedding dogs — daugh- guese fishermen and sailors. joy water than other canine series of political-
ter Malia, 10, has allergies. According to the PWD Club breeds, Porties do like to themed comic books
Though Porties have a Web site, pwdca.org, “This splash around, Freeman said. about President Barack
Obama, Vice President
Joe Biden and First Dog
Bo. “Puppy Power: Bo
Obama,” Written by Paul J.
Salamoff and drawn by
Keith Tucker, is set to be
released by Bluewater
Productions in September and
“gives children an insider’s look at
the White House,” according to the compa-
ny’s Web site. It will retail for about $3.99.
Check it out at bluewaterprod.com.
And a quick Web search for “Bo Obama” will turn up a
number of other Bo-related products,
from mugs and T-shirts
bearing his name and
image (zazzle.com)
to a $1,700 presi-
dential dog bowl
made of bone
china and
accented with
24-karat gold
and Swarovski
crystals (firstdog-
bowl.com).
With the presi-
dential pup having
been “in office” for
under two months, it
is likely more Bo
products will follow in
Though they’re not necessarily more inclined to enjoy water than other canine breeds, the the near future.
Portuguese Water Dogs do like to splash around.
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by yourself is the day before has allergies. Though Porties have a reputation for being
you get one of these dogs. hypoallergenic, experts say they are not necessarily so.
These guys really, really want Porties have hair instead of fur so they produce less dander,
to be with their people,” Free- but some people who are allergic to a protein in dogs’ saliva
WE ARE HERE WHEN man said. still may be affected by this breed. Photo by Pete Souza,
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Pet Gazette June 2009
Forever friends
A story of determination
By Carol Martin do! “I’m ill myself and can- did a new budget with al- ing me find Leo. Carol still
M
Special to the Pet Gazette not help you with a dog” lowances for dog food, heart comes every day! It’s hard to
y name is Rusty she would say so the discus- worm pills, and Frontline! tell who loves me more -- Leo
and this is my sion was over ... or so she Carol and Leo had already or Carol!
story. I would thought!! visited the Taunton Animal By the way, Leo lost 17
like to tell you of how I came Well one day Leo got a Shelter two or three times. pounds and has only gone to
to live with my best friend, new P.C.A. worker named The people at the shelter knew the hospital once since I came
Leo on August 30, 2007. Carol who helped him with he wanted a dog 40 pounds or to live with him! That’s great
Before we met, Leo was his needs and in talking to her under. Well on this day when news for his health!
very ill with congestive heart learned she had two chihua- Leo called, I was there! Rob, As for me, I got a great
failure, damage to upper lungs huas. Leo went to visit the the shelter manager, told Leo friend for life and a great for-
and diabetic. He is on oxygen dogs often letting them jump that I would be perfect for ever home! And speaking of
24 hours a day. His love for on his belly giving him lots of him! Carol and Leo came to that there are 10 to 15 people
DVD’s and TV cartoons kept kisses at the same time!! He see me and we all fell in love in this building that pat me ev-
him going as his only enjoy- didn’t get sick once and had right away! Leo adopted me! ery day -- what a life! I know
ment. no allergies to them as his When Leo’s mom first saw they enjoy this as much as I
Leo’s mom lived on the mom once thought he had. lenges to overcome. me she looked a little mad and do.
fourth floor of their build- Leo went to pet stores and got First, he would have to then she fell in love with me! I hope you like my story.
ing and Leo lived on the fifth exercise by walking the mall. care for his A.D.L.’s for him- She was my Grandma! She But this isn’t the end of my
floor. She came every hour to Then the plan started! Carol self before he could care for a gave me treats everyday and story, it’s just the beginning!
take care of his needs, but Leo and Leo talked to his case dog. Leo walked every day. sometimes three times a day Thanks for reading it!
needed and wanted more. He manager, Pat, about Leo’s de- Next he saved $500 to pay for (even when Leo would say Rusty Dougherty
wanted a dog. Mom felt it was termination to get a dog. He a dog when he got one. This not to and we would all just
more than he could handle and know it would be hard and money would pay for shots, laugh!) Sadly, my Grandma P.s. I’d like to thank all
had great concerns as Moms there would be many chal- beds, food, etc. then he even passed away on March 7, the caring and fantastic people
Prong Collars:
2008. who made it possible for me to
Leo and I miss her a lot, write this story: my Dad, Leo
but we have each other and Dougherty, my late grandma,
keep each other company and Carol Martin and Pat
By Colleen Sayers dog. It becomes a stressful sit- dog except you control it with
T
Pet Gazette Columnist uation when you feel like you the leash. When you want your
he prong collar are constantly yelling at your dog to stop pulling you give it
seems to be an is- dog. You start to feel like you a tug to let the dog know that
sue of debate, espe- have no control over your dog you are the boss and that they
cially among new dog owners. and it becomes a safety issue. aren’t allowed to pull you.
Some people have no problem I’ve had clients that wouldn’t Most often than
using them, some people do. let me use a prong not dogs usually will under-
Many people think that it’s collar on their dogs. stand this pretty quickly and
mean and that it’s painful to will become increasingly less
the dog. It depends on how difficult to control. They begin
you use it. It can be painful if to understand that you are the
you are constantly pulling it boss. It is also effective when
and if it’s not on properly or trying to curb bad behavior. It Dr. Rachel Francis Dr. Kelly Temple
too tight. lets the dog know that you are Dr. Kimberly Suh
Unfortunately there are the alpha and that they have to
some misconceptions when it listen to you. Before you know
comes to deciding what works it your dog will be behaving Hospital Hours:
best for your dog. I can hon- better and walking your dog Closed for lunch every day 12-1pm
estly say that from my experi- will no longer be a painful ex- Monday: 8am-5pm
ence of being a dog walker for For me it is a big safety issue. perience. Tuesday - Thursday: 8am-5pm & 6:30pm-8pm
fifteen years, I believe it de- If I don’t have control over a Colleen Sayers has been Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 8am-12pm
pends on the dog. Some dogs dog then I can’t walk it. It be- involved in the pet care indus- Sunday: Closed
really need the prong collar to comes a liability in the way try for fifteen years as a pro-
understand what they can and that I can risk getting hurt or fessional pet sitter. She is the 303 Wareham Road, Marion
can’t do. Some never need it. risk having the dog get away owner of Paw-sibly The Pet
A good example is when from me and getting hurt. Sitting Service and a member 508-748-1203
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ing you to the point that your language” for them to un-
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from walking your dog I’d say the yelling, disciplining and
that your dog is a pretty good stopping while walking isn’t A full-service hospital caring for the needs
candidate for the prong collar. going to solve the problem.
What people don’t realize is This isn’t always the case with
of your four-legged family members.
that when a dog has a regu- some dogs. Every dog is differ-
lar collar on and is constantly
pulling they are actually doing
ent personality wise and some
dogs do understand commands
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Pet Gazette 13
A ‘Stormy’ road
CAT SHELTER NEEDS YOUR HELP
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BY CONNIE GRAHAM
Specializing in Morgan Horses
tormy was recent-
• Boarding • Training
• Lessons-Adult & Children ly brought to Old
• Leases- Show or Pleasure
Briggs Stable Derby Animal Hos-
• Breeding • Sales Tack Shop & Trailer Sales pital in Hingham. Her right
623 Hanover Street rear leg was dangling in a
2008 Riding Camp Dates Hanover, MA 02339 very unnatural way - she had
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Pembroke, Ma. Full Service Tack Shop ers were told that the cost of
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Kingston Trailer Sales surgery, including spaying her
www.Azeedad.com after she healed, could cost up Although most people un- that included terms stating
to $3,000. Their other option derstand the reason cats need- their kitten would be "indoors
Mare Willow Farm was to surrender her to All to be spayed or neutered, some only" and would be spayed in
Paws Rescue. Why All Paws don't understand our “indoor a timely fashion (she was too
Rescue? Stormy had been orig- only” policy. Our reasons are young to spay at that time).
All around Training for the inally adopted from this rescue always spelled out to the new Unfortunately, Stormy's
Complete Equestrian group. I'm a volunteer there owner: owners not only let her out,
Boarding~Lessons~Sales~Leasing
168 Beaver Dam Road and I'm the one who rescued • Indoor cats are protected they did not bother to get her
Equine Massage Therapy Plymouth, MA 02360 her when she was found cry- from predators and neighbor- spayed. They thought she
Barn 508-224-9559 ing alone outside on a stormy hoods are less likely to have needed her freedom. In fact,
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April, July, and August! Instructor Pamela Ring night in November. Stormy coyotes or other predators en- they had no idea how her leg
www.peakequestrian.com 508-250-3155 was indeed surrendered. croaching if there is no food was broken!
Stormy was a well loved source. All Paws Rescue is an all
kitten at the All Paws Rescue
1089 Main Street • Marshfield
• Indoor cats are cleaner volunteer, tax exempt orga-
781-834-6166 Boarding & Lessons cat shelter. She loved playing nization with a no-kill phi-
and healthier. They are less
with the other cats and kittens. likely to have parasites that losophy. All funds and do-
Furnace Brook Farm Even more, she loved being can be transmitted to family nations are used to rescue
Erin Collins Van Steenburgh
held and cuddled by the volun- members. homeless animals.
Licensed Instructor teers and rewarded everyone • Indoor cats cannot climb There was no question that
with loud purrs, inside a warm engine of a Stormy had to be rescued yet
The All Paws Rescue car where they can be hurt or again, but we are all discour-
Veterinary Owned & Operated adoption policy states that all killed by an unsuspecting aged that this was a save that
Boarding & Dressage cats and kittens adopted must owner. should never have happened.
Training Facility Lessons: beginner to be “indoor only” family pets. • Indoor cats are not a nui- The funds that we expend on
Lessons available for all ages
advanced, dressage, If a kitten is too young to be sance to neighbors, using their this preventable situation will
horsemanship camps, spayed or neutered they must
and levels of riding ages 6 and up. yards as litter boxes or chasing severely impact our ability to
have this done as soon is the birds from their feeders. continue our rescue efforts. As
Summer Camp
Marshfield, MA kitten is old enough. A $40 Before Stormy's adoption with many non profits, we are
508-430-5393 deposit spay/neuter deposit is
(781) 837-2495 was complete, her owners living day to day. We are ask-
required, signed an adoption document ing for help to defray Stormy's
medical costs. She will be in
Benefit Walk for foster care for at least eight
weeks and then will require
Homeless Animals
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With a new Indoor Arena, surgery to remove the pin in
Offering Lessons her leg. After all that Stormy
e-Ce & Friends Humane Society’s 10th annual will go through additional sur-
beginner-advanced, walk for animals is set for 12:30 p.m. to 3:00
Training and Reschooling, gery to spay her. After that we
p.m. Sunday, June 07, at Wollaston Beach/ will be looking for that won-
Horse showing, Ponies for Caddy Memorial Park. The 4-mile walk will take place derful home that will love her
lease and for sale. along Wollaston Beach.Dogs are welcomed and encour- and keep her safe. Finally,
Geraldine Burnet aged to walk their owners. please, keep your cats safe.
271 Main Street Plympton, Ma. The event will include free animal samples, fun activi- Donations to pay for
(781) 585-0295 ties for children, bake sale, and education & tips on help- Stormy's care can be sent to:
ing you care for your animals. The walk will take place All Paws Rescue, PO Box 569,
rain or shine. For more information, visit www.angelfire. Accord, MA 02018.
com/ma3/cecenfriends or call 781-331-6115.
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sit with us. She gets excited when com-
pany comes to visit. She is very kind, and
cute. Her back is black and her tail, but
her paws are tan. I am very happy that I
got a dog but I got the perfect one, Zoe.
My nana has Zoe’s sister and her name is
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Milton Animal League German Shepherd Rescue of new england
617-698-0413 | www.miltonanimalleague.org 978-443-2202| www.gsrne.org
Anna is a one-two year old spayed female German Shepherd who Dixie is a beautiful Tasha is a healthy mature female
was an unclaimed stray. Initially we couldn't figure out why Anna black and red, with gorgeous black and tan color-
was so thin, but then we discovered that she has Exocrine spayed 11-month- ing. Tasha was surrendered to a
Pancreatic Insufficiency. EPI, common in German Shepherds, old female. Her shelter because her owners were los-
means that she does not produce digestive enzymes to digest food owner could not ing their home. She had been with
normally. Treatment is the addition of powdered digestive enzymes keep her because her family her whole life and at age
to her food but it is not inexpensive and requires a lifetime commit- his mother and her ten, this upheaval had the potential to
ment. We think lovely Anna is more than worth the effort. dog, a Golden be a very difficult adjustment. Despite
Retriever, had diffi- this, she is resilient. Tasha is a very
cultly with Dixie's high energy level. sweet,confident dog eager to please
Tazjah is a 3-year-old, spayed female pit bull terrier who was Dixie is a quiet, but energetic girl who, her person. She appears much
surrendered by her owners who had to move. Tazjah has lived at times, demonstrates immature, but younger than her years when she
with children, knows some commands and loves to play and dominate behaviors. In her foster plays with her rope, or ball. Tasha's
chase balls. Since Tazjah has lived with a family until recently, home, Dixie gets along very well with manners are excellent. On-leash, she
she knows what she is missing. All she needs now is a new the 2 male dogs, but her desire to be pulls a little and
family to call her own. boss has not gone over well with the sometimes
resident female. Dixie's prey drive is walks too fast,
high so a home without cats is a must. but she is learn-
Suzy is a 14-year-old spayed female domestic shorthair who was With people, Dixie is very loving with a ing to heel bet-
surrendered by her owners because they had a baby. Suzy is now strong desire to please. She wants to ter. Tasha is very
sad and confused in the shelter. She wants to go home and we be your shadow. Dixie will bond quick- happy to greet
would like to find her a new permanent one. Won't someone ly with a family who establishes a people when out
please give Suzy a quiet, loving place to live out her golden routine and boundaries for her. on a walk.
years?
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but does like to chase them.
SUKI and Hi, I'm HENRY and I am a 2-year-old
SARAH are tabby and I had a home once. I was
8-year-old really sweet and gentle and never
loving sis- complained about anything. But when
ters who are my owners moved, they didn't love
gorgeous, Lance is a very large, handsome, classic black and tan male.
me enough to take me. They didn't
sweet, long- He came from a shelter where his owner surrendered him. He
even make sure I had food or water
haired grey lived outside most of his life and was not part of a household.
bor shelter. It was really hard to sur-
& white Until he came to GSRNE, he had not had the opportunity to be
vive. I'm so glad I was rescued and
beauties. They still have a long life to a cherished family pet, faithful companion, or play with toys.
can stay here until someone can give
continue to share together with new At eleven-years-old, he is very enthusiastic, active and has no
me a permanent home. Even though
owners. These would be a wonderful known medical problem, other than mild arthritis.
my last owners
adoption for potential adoptees who Lance is pleased to greet kids on bikes and other dogs he
didn't treat me
don't want to see these cats end up in encounters on walks. He is just the huggable and lovable big
good, I don't
a shelter. They are very healthy and bear you have always dreamed of! †Lance is a gentle giant
hold a grudge
have had regular vet check ups. This who loves living with a female GSD, and is cat friendly. Lance would be a great dog
because that's
would be a great adoption for an older for someone with an interest in GSDs, but who does not want to handle the
way too big for
couple who don't want the chaos of demands of a very active youngster. An ideal home for Lance is one that is active
my little paws to
kitten hood. and walks daily.
handle.
Pet Gazete Adoption Hi there, my name is MASON I know Taunton animal Shelter
all sorts of birds because I sit and 508-822-1463
Center Guidelines watch every day out my window. I can
tell you the difference between the
• Adoption My name is Sherman, and I am a male white
double-pecking french fry eater and
notices are DLH. I was abandoned to the outside and when
your basic seed feeder glutton. Being
the nights became to cold to bear, I looked for a
published a quiet and gentle 3 year old, I don't
place where I could get warm. I found it at a kind
free of require
woman's home, she brought me in on the frigid
charge for much in
nights and made sure I had food to eat. I liked
all area ani- the way of
her dog, but the resident cats I didn't like to
mal shelters. entertain-
share with. I am at the shelter hoping that my next home will be one forever and
ment. I
I will spend my days watching the snow fall through a window. I have a special
just like to
• The deadline for submitting adoption fee.
observe.
pets is the 15th of the month.
Space will be given out on a
BUDDY is a male Am Staff about 2-years-old. As you
first-come, first-serve basis.
can see from the photo, he is a Big Red Sox Fan! Buddy
was adopted as a pup from our shelter and then sur-
• Please send a photo and brief rendered by his family due to his allergies. Since he has
write-up for each pet seeking been at the shelter, his skin allergies seem to have dis-
adoption to adopt@petgazette.net appeared. Buddy is great in the tub. He will need some-
one dedicated to staying on top of this to insure his
allergies do not re-cur and someone who is willing to
• You may send four pets per invest a little extra time and TLC. A consistent good
month. All types of dogs, cats quality diet will definitely help. Buddy would be happiest
and other domestic pets are as the only pet in the home. He loves Kongs with treats
welcome. and rawhide bones. He would be well suited for an
active person/family who would include him in lots of activities. He is a friendly
guy - who appears to like everyone. In addition to bringing luck to the Red Sox,
• We encourage shelters to send he is hoping his Red Sox hat will also bring him luck - that he will "hit a home
news of successful adoptions. run" and find a new home and family soon!
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Pet Gazette June 2009
Brockton Blue Dog Shelter People for cats
508-436-6446| www.bluedogshelter.com 508-540-5654| www.peopleforcats.org
Hi my name is Lover Boy - aka LB, I am 13-months-old, Gizmo is xtra-large, and has xtra-love to give. He would do
neutered male, fawn and white, American Stafford Shire best in an adult home, other kitties are fine as long as you give
Terrier. I am up to date on rabies and distemper shots, HW him time to acclimate.
Lyme test negative, de worm, de flea and micro chipped. I
have lots of love to give you. I am a strong muscular guy that
needs someone to understand the breed I am. I love quality
time with a fenced in yard so I can be me and I love to ride in
the car. I do good in the house training department. I seem to Quincy animal shelter
do better with small dogs as long as I am introduced slowly and it takes a few 617-376-1349 www.quincyanimalshelter.org
times in meeting the dog. I do best as the only pet in the house and I tend to be
good with kids over 10 years of age, no cats or small toddlers. SUNNY: He has MIA: She has been at the shelter for
a gorgeous over a year patiently waiting for her
orange and forever home. She is a quiet girl who
Hi my name is Lucy I am a 7-month-old DSH black white coat, and is appreciative of any attention paid
spayed kitten, I am up to date on all my shots, FIV is about three- to her. Mia also likes having her
Leukemia negative, de flea, de worm and micro years-old.The beautiful long haired white coat
chipped. I am a sweet girl, with a sweet disposition. I volunteers love him! His name brushed. Originally a stray, Mia is
am gentle and love to be held and will purr forever. I describes his personality. He likes belly now about
love to play with all my cat toys and will roll on my rubs, toys, and carrying on a conver- nine-years-
belly. I get along well with other cats and I need a play sation. While FIV+, he can live a long old. Be the
mate. Older kids and dogs OK no small toddlers. I am and happy life. Feline siblings should one who
an indoor cat only. I ready for a loving, caring, warm, safe and responsible be FIV+, but he would do well as the gives her a
home. only spoiled feline in the family. good home.
June 2009
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