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K9 Country Club & Training Academy
NEW CLASSES START IN MARCH
Grab Your Workout Buddy And head out to K9 Country Club’s K9 Health Gym
• Day Camp • Overnight Boarding • Grooming • Training • Cattery • Beach Club • Pet Bakery
San Antonio’s only K9 Gym! Your One-Stop-Shop to train your puppy, condition your canine athlete, or rehab your injured pet. Have an overweight pet or one that is overly active? We can help! Check out our website for dates & details . . .
(830) 980-8476 • www.k9countryclub.net
THE BLUEBONNET BUNK’N BISCUIT is the realization of a decade long dream to provide quality, pet supportive boarding, exercise and interaction for the San Antonio community. We believe that the human-pet bond is one that should be nurtured to maximize the benefits to both human and pet.
• Boarding with Doggie Daycare Play Included! • 1 Acre Outdoor Playscape/yards • 9000 sq. feet indoor play area
• Covered drop off/pick up • Eco Friendly Pet Care • Luxurious private Dog Suites • Raintree Cat Condos • Grooming & Training • Open 7Days/Week 6:30am-6:30pm • Pet Taxi
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of Jennings Anderson Ford On Purchasing a Car You don’t want it to take 6 or more hours just to buy a new vehicle. If the sales guy wants to keep checking with his manager walk, no run the other way. Third, make sure you get a guaranteed price for your trade-in even if you are not sure you will be making a purchase from them or not. Fourth, make sure that the service after the sale is top-notch and the service department has certified technicians. You will want to look at the service specials they are offering; like do they offer a great price on tires, brakes and batteries? These will be important later on. Check to see if you can make an appointment for service, it saves you time. And finally, you should look for value, not just a low price. Value is the whole package-a great selection, a fair price, the right trade-in, and real service after the sale, all in an easy relaxed environment. There you have it, how to buy your next vehicle.
BY BONNE & GUS
We see it all from a different perspective than most. When it comes to buying a new car or truck we’ve seen it all. My name is Gus and along with my sidekick Boone we keep things running smooth at Jennings Anderson Ford in Boerne. And let me tell you it’s a full time job. We thought we would let you in on how to do it right. First, do your homework and know what vehicle you need to get the job done or just the right vehicle to look good in. Knowing the right vehicle before you start shopping can save you a lot of headaches later, if you’re not sure, a good dealer associate can help. Notice we said a good dealer associate and for Boone that means one that gives him bacon. Second, you want a dealer that doesn’t play games or pushes some gimmick like sketchy pricing. You want a dealer that offers a fair price upfront. Is the process easy?
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COVER PHOTOGRAPHED BY RENEE SPADE COVER MODELS CHARLI & FINN (SEE PAGE 16)
03 Tips from Gus & Boone 08 Pet Friendly Condos 09 Calendar of Events 10 Heartworms - Winning? 11 Rescue Organizations 12 Advertiser Spotlight 14 Rescue Spotlight 16 About our Cover Models 4
17 Pet Friendly San Antonio 18 Vet Ophthalmology 20 Grooming Behaviors 22 Computed Tomography 24 SA Furry Valentine's 25 Doggie Makeover 26 The Practice of Kitty Math 30 Valentine Gifts for Pets
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PUBLISHER/EDITOR
Dana Raimondi Tel: 210-436-9009 dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
advertising inquiries to Dan Greenhouse (630) 220-2911 or dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Fran Sherman 314.275.2208 fran@shermanstudios.com
DESIGNER Eric Null
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Renee Spade Photography Tel: 210-254-4255 renee@reneespadephotography.com
CONTRIBUTING PARTNERS Emeline Lakrout Seamus Nelson Mikael Persson Andrea Yanase
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
4 26 30 32 Bad Breath: Now What? 34 At Home Adventureland 36 The Loves of My Life 37 Ask the Vet 38 Finding Your Pet 40 Pet Puzzlers 42 Pet Directory of SA 44 Dental Health
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Boone & Gus Dr. Courtney Bridgeman Juli Coen Marie Crabb Rachel Georges Dr. Dan Kirby Emeline Lakrout Dr. Pat Mims Dr. Jeremiah Moorer Felicia Ni単o Jackie Palmer Dr. James Peterson Sara Spreen Dr. Christopher Trust Dr. Lynsey Wagner Glenda Wolin
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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER February is National Pet Dental Health Month and we have two articles that your pet can really sink their teeth into. Dr. J. Pat Mims of MobileCare Vet Clinic and Dr. Christopher Trust of Perrin 410 Animal Hospital help to inform readers on the care and treatment of your pets mouths. This month marks the introduction of our newest section, the featured advertiser spotlight. We hope to inform you, the reader, on the reasons why animal loving business leaders here in San Antonio chose to open businesses that cater to our furry companions. First up are the owners of Paw Basics, who have been advertisers since the inception of Texas Dogs & Cats-SA. Because of Valentines day, we include a heart tugging article from former Express News Writer, Glenda Wolin. Her topic of finding her own lost pet is relevant to us all. Also, in this issue, is our annual gift giving section for your furry Valentine. Love and kisses to all,
Sincerely,
Dana Raimondi Tell our advertisers you heard about them in Texas Dogs & Cats-San Antonio! The opinions of authors of articles in this Magazine are those of the writer or contributor and are not necessarily endorsed by the publisher, and the publisher has not confirmed the accuracy of information contained in articles. 6
contributors DANA RAIMONDI is the publisher of Texas Dogs & Cats Magazine. She is a recent transplant to San Antonio from “the Windy City” but has become an admirer of the San Antonio cultural scene. Although a CPA, her true passion in life is the caring and welfare of animals. FRAN SHERMAN has been a freelance creative director/graphic designer since 1985. Throughout these years, she has designed a myriad of materials for a staggering number of companies, and she has won numerous graphic design awards for her work, many of them for magazine/publication design. RENEE SPADE is the owner of Renee Spade Photography. She has been spreading furry joy to pet parents with her photography/graphic design services and super-fun pet product line, The Jack & Spade Collection since 2005. DR. DAN KIRBY, DVM, graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M with a degree in Biomedical Science in 1979 and earned his DVM in 1984. Dr. Kirby has been the owner and director of Alamo Heights Pet Clinic since 1997. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine. DAN GREENHOUSE , Sales Director, graduated from the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has been in magazine advertising sales his entire career. He currently is the “daddy” of two Bearded Collies and “grandpa” to an Italian Greyhound.
contributing partners DR. COURTNEY BRIDGEMAN joined the San Antonio Humane Society as their first fulltime veterinarian 5 years ago and has worked to create a healthy and happy environment for all the animals there. FELICIA NIÑO is the Communication Associate for the San Antonio Humane Society. She has been with the SAHS for over 5 years and absolutely loves spending time with her 2 Dachshund Chihuahua mixes, Browny and Duke, and 2 Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Sherlock and Brutus Beefcake “Beefy”, all SAHS Alumni.
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an Antonio’s burgeoning urbanization, resulting from the revitalization of historic factories and the construction of new loft and condos buildings downtown, has resulted in an influx of people moving downtown. Are you a pet parent who is considering moving out of the ‘Burbs and into the ‘Urbz? Here’s a quick rundown of some of the more popular downtown condos & lofts and how pet friendly they are.
BY MARIE CRABB, GRI
Judson Candy Factory Lofts: Previously an operating candy factory where children went on field trips to sample the candy, these are now urban residential lofts. Judson Candy Factory offers a modern yet industrial feel for the human occupant with features such as concrete floors, high ceilings, granite counters and exposed brick. For the pet occupant notable amenities include multiple dog grooming stations and a small, private dog park. Judson allows pets up to 50 lbs, breed restrictions do apply. Steel House Lofts: Originally designed by Atlee B. Ayers, former (and famous) state architect for Texas, this building was previously an iron and steel warehouse. Pet parents can enjoy the feel of the historic building with contemporary finishes, composed of granite counter tops, exposed concrete beams and exposed brick; additionally, in the same building at street level, residents can enjoy the popular restaurant, The Fruteria. Pets will appreciate the small private dog park and the condos are located near the downtown location of Lucy's Doggie Daycare. Many of the spaces include small private yards or balconies to allow for outdoor space for your pet. At this time, they have not adopted specific breed restrictions, but once the building Homeowner’s Association is finalized, they anticipate having some breed restrictions. The Vidorra: Although this building is not historic, it is definitely part of the revitalization of downtown. For pet parents, the Vidorra offers grand views of downtown San Antonio, coupled with luxuriously finished condos that feature hardwood 8
floors, granite and a touch of exposed brick. These high rise condos allow for up to 3 pets and there is a dog walking area for residents. No breed restrictions. Travis Park Lofts: Originally the Old Frost Brother’s Department store, where ladies and gents could purchase the latest fashion in the early 1900s, this building has been converted to residential lofts with a very urban feel with exposed brick, stained concrete and high ceilings featuring exposed metal rafters. Although these do not have private yards, the bonus is that they allow for up to 2 pets under 60 lbs. each and also do not have breed restrictions. The Travis Park Lofts are located cattycorner to the newly renovated Travis Park, where there is green space and a small dog park. This is by no means an exhaustive list of pet friendly condos and lofts in our revitalizing downtown, however these are notable for their historical significance as well as their unique pet amenities and pet inclusions for those considering making the move. For a list of downtown condos/lofts for sale, including specifics on their pet friendliness, visit: www.PetFriendlySA.com. Marie Crabb is a San Antonio native and animal rescue advocate with 8 furkids of her own, plus numerous rescue fosters. She is a Realtor with Exquisite Properties, has a Master’s Degree in International Relations from St. Mary’s University and is a trained Mediator.
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calendarofevents FEBRUARY Low-Income Wellness Clinic at the San Antonio Humane Society (4804 Fredericksburg Road) from 8am-12pm. First-come, first-serve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), Advantage Multi, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info. Beat the Heat $20 spay surgery for female cats, appointment needed at SpaySA, 5357 W. Commerce Street (210) 351-7729. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Dr. MJ Redman, head of the Dentistry and Oral Surgery department at Mission Veterinary Specialists, will lead a morning discussion on dental extractions at Southwest Texas Veterinary Medical Center. Topics to be covered will include instrumentation, use and interpretation of radiographs and extraction techniques. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 SA Farmers BARKet at Luther's Café (1442 N Main) from 12-5PM. There will be many vendors, farm to market, arts and crafts and plenty of pet centric vendors. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH Low-Income Wellness Clinic at the San Antonio Humane Society (4804 Fredericksburg Road) from 8am-12pm. First-come, firstserve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), Advantage Multi, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH PetSmart is having a national adoption weekend called “Be My Valentine Adoption Week-end”. This event will take place from 10-4PM at various PetSmarts across San Antonio. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH Nail trim offered at Paw Basics from 12-2PM. Paw Basics is at 2602 North Loop 1604 West, Suite 104. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND Guide Dogs of Texas 5K Walk & Fun Run at 9AM at Gupton Stadium in Cedar Park, TX. Go to www. guidedogsoftexas.org for more information. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH Pet Loss and Grief support hosted by S.A.P.P.Y. at the English Tea Shoppe at 6877 Bandera Rd. The gatherings are free to the public and meant for support. They are held every 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8PM. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH Feline Friday $10 male cat neuters, sign up for appointments starting February 20th at SpaySA, 5357 W. Commerce Street (210) 351-7729. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Low-Income Wellness Clinic at the San Antonio Humane Society (4804 Fredericksburg Road) from 8am-12pm. First-come, first-serve basis as time allows. Various vaccinations, microchipping, nail trim, heartworm test (dogs), Advantage Multi, and much more will be available. Visit SAhumane.org for more info.
IF YOU HAVE A PET EVENT IN SAN ANTONIO, THAT YOU WOULD LIKE ADDED TO THE CALENDAR AND/OR ON OUR WEBSITE, PLEASE EMAIL DANA.TEXASDOGSANDCATS@GMAIL.COM FOR CONSIDERATION
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{petsafety} BY DR. JAMES PETERSON
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or many years we have been fighting a battle against heartworms. We have great products on our side to prevent this disease, but recent findings about heartworm resistance have many pet owners and veterinarians concerned.
Heartworm disease has been known to veterinarians for more than 120 years. The heartworms are transmitted from any of more than 70 known species of mosquito, and the disease attacks arteries in the lung, and the right side of the heart in dogs. Heartworms are spread directly to the dog from the mosquito, with no dog-to-dog transmission. For more than 4 decades, heartworm disease has been effectively prevented in dogs by using available products. But recent research indicates this might be changing. Recent information was released detailing a genetic mutation in heartworms that appears to confer slight resistance to some preventives. Historically, the lack of efficacy was attributed to poor owner compliance in certain geographic areas. The lack of efficacy also may be due to several factors. • Poor Owner Compliance. • Are pet owners accurately following the veterinarian recommendations? • Is the pet given the preventive medication consistently without missing or delaying any treatment? • Is the pet ingesting the medication? (vomiting, pets spitting out or hiding the medications, swimming or bathing immediately following topical application can cause a missed treatment). • Imperfect Clinical Testing & Education • Dogs with inconsistent heartworm testing are at greater risk and must be tested more often. • Delayed maturity of heartworms can potentially indicate a “negative” antigen test. This may lead to a false sense of security with dog owners and reluctance to retest. Whether there is indeed resistance to heartworm, the American Heartworm Society concludes: “The potential for lack of efficacy of traditional control products is not a reason to abandon their use.” They place additional 10
emphasis on the importance of annual heartworm testing. Key recommendations for veterinarians include: • Proper use of current heartworm preventives remains effective in the vast majority of dogs. • Prevention strategies should not be abandoned. • In the case of confirmed heartworm disease, stage-specific medical management should be implemented. Key recommendations for dog owners include: • Annual testing for heartworm disease; more often if preventives are missed or high risk. • Don’t vary from label directions on the dose and frequency. • Make sure the dog ingests the medication. • Reduce exposure to mosquitoes • Get examined by veterinarian immediately if symptoms appear in your dog…i.e. persistent cough, exercise intolerance, body wasting. Following your veterinarian’s recommendations and giving heartworm prevention every month, year-round as well as annual testing gives you the peace of mind that you are protecting your pets. Next month we will discuss how heartworms can be a hidden and deadly threat in our cats as well. Dr. James Peterson is a 1992 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. He began his career in Emergency Veterinary Medicine in San Antonio, and has practiced both Emergency and Small Animal Medicine in San Antonio for over 20 years. He is currently a director of Mission Pet Emergency in Northwest San Antonio and owns Hill Country Animal Hospital & The Palms Pet Resort in Helotes, TX.
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RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS/NON-PROFITS O F
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ALAMO AREA PARTNERS FOR ANIMAL WELFARE (AAPAW) aapaw.org
HOMES FOR PETS/SCHERTZ HUMANE SOCIETY homesforpets.org
SAN ANTONIO FERAL CAT COALITION 210-877-9067 www.sanantonioferalcats.org
ALAMO RESCUE FRIENDS alamorescuefriends.org
HOTK9RESCUE 830-981-2300 animalfriends4ever.org
SAN ANTONIO GUARDIAN ANGELS 210-379-9034 sanantonioguardianangels.com
HUMANE SOCIETY OF KERRVILLE 830-367-7722 humanesocietyofkerrville.com
SAN ANTONIO HUMANE SOCIETY 210-226-7461 SAhumane.org
ANIMAL DEFENSE LEAGUE 210-655-1481 adltexas.org ANIMAL FRIENDS HUMANE SOCIETY 830-981-2300 animalfriends4ever.org ANIMAL RESCUE CONNECTIONS 830-438-0398 animalrescueconnections.org
HUMANE SOCIETY OF LIVE OAK See Humane Society of Live Oak on Facebook
APPLICATIONS 4 RESCUE www.gsdrescuectx.com
HUMANE SOCIETY OF NEW BRAUNFELS 830-629-5287 hsnba.com
BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY 210-306-6126
JUST ADD LOVE DOG RESCUE justaddlovedogrescue.com
BULVERDE AREA HUMANE SOCIETY 830-980-2247 bulverdeareahumanesociety.com
www.krrtx.org
CITY OF SAN ANTONIO ANIMAL CARE SERVICES 210-207-4738 saacs.net CONVERSE ANIMAL SHELTER 210-658-4821 casi.petfinder.com CRESSIE ANIMAL REFUGE AND ENRICHMENT (C.A.R.E.) 210-313-3600 caretx.org CUTE AND CUDDLIE ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY 210-647-3529 DELTA PET PARTNERS OF SAN ANTONIO (210) 858-8351 www.deltappsa.org FRIENDS OF ANIMAL CARE SERVICES (FACS) 210-826-4831 friendsofanimalcare.org
KATIE’S ROADSIDE RESCUE
LAS LOMOS K9 RESCUE & ADOPTION FOUNDATION dogsrus.org
SOUTH TEXAS ANGEL PAWS RESCUE 210-632-9111 SouthTexasAngelPawsRescue.com SOUTHERN ANIMAL RESCUE ASSOCIATION 830-401-0280
LOVE FOR PAWS RESCUE 210-639-4039 loveforpawsrescue.com
SpaySA 210-351-7729 spaysa.org
MISSY’S HAVEN CANINE RESCUE 210-788-7420 missyshaven.org
SPAY-NEUTER-INJECT-PROJECT OF SAN ANTONIO (SNIPSA) 210-576-3497 snipsa.org
ORDINARY MIRACLES CANINE RESCUE www.omcr.org PAUSE FOR PAWS, INC. 210-378-5373 pfpsd.org PAWS FOR SERVICE Therapy Dog Organization www.pawsforservice.org
HANDS4PAWS hands4pawsrescue.org
PAWS N CLAWS RESCUE 210-360-9933 PawsNClawsRescueSATX.com
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SCHERTZ ANIMAL SERVICES 210-658-5321
SPAY-NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) 713-862-3863 snapus.org
PAWS 4 HEARTS WORKING THERAPY DOGS 210-325-3019 www.paws4hearts.net
HILL COUNTRY ANIMAL LEAGUE 830-249-2341 hcaltx.com
SAN ANTONIO R.O.C.K.S. (REAL OPTION FOR CHANGING KILL SHELTERS) sarocks.org
LOST PAW PATROL 865-742-1151 lostpawpatrol.com
GOD’S DOGS’ RESCUE (210) 916-1332 www.godsdogsrescue.weebly.com
HELOTES HUMANE SOCIETY 210-422-6242 hhsanimals.org
SAN ANTONIO PETS ALIVE (SAPA) sanantoniopetsalive.org
RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERS ALLIANCE 210-822-6763 responsiblepetowners.org SA K9’S SERVICE DOG CLUB 210-214-0182
TALK ABOUT IT! SA 210-242-4720 talkaboutitsa.org TEJAS RESCUED PET ADOPTIONS 210-416-3947 tejasrescues.org TEXAS GSP RESCUE texasgsp.org THERAPY ANIMALS OF SAN ANTONIO 210-614-6734 therapyanimalssa.org WAGS Across Texas Therapy Dogs wagsacrosstexas.com/ Please email dana.texasdogsandcats@ gmail.com if you are a rescue organization or a Non Profit Pet Organization of San Antonio that would like to be added to this list or would like anything modified on this list. All breed specific rescue groups are listed on our website.
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et stores often have more varieties of pet food than seem possible, and it can be hard to know what's the best option. So Kimbie Holzmann and Robin Rodriguez opened their own store, Paw Basics, to help educate people on what's best for their dog or cat.
BY EMELINE LAKROUT
Holzmann began working at a Veterinary Clinic when she was sixteen, and Rodriguez managed pet stores for many years before they met at a pet supply distributor, where they worked for over twenty years collectively - Kimbie just shy of 8 years and Robin was there 13. They decided they wanted to educate people on healthy nutrition for dogs, so they decided to open up their own store. Pet Nutrition was very important to both of them, so they only wanted to carry the highest quality dry diets, as well as the raw diets for dogs and
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cats. They also realized that big box stores just don't offer the one on one consultations that customers get when they visit an independent, family owned pet store. Customer service is what Paw Basics thrives on. Holzmann and Rodriguez know their customers' names and what food they feed their pets. Building relationships with their customers is what sets them apart, and they are very appreciative of all the support from those customers, as they wouldn't be here without them.
HOURS OF OPERATION: MONDAY - SATURDAY 10AM - 6PM | SUNDAY - NOON - 4PM Website: www.pawbasics.com | Facebook: facebook.com/pawbasics 2602 North Loop 1604 West, Suite 104 San Antonio, TX 210-479-1545
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HILL COUNTRY ANIMAL LEAGUE
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he decision to spay or neuter a pet is an important one for owners, but it can be the best decision that is made for the long-term welfare of your pet. Hill Country Animal League (HCAL) mission is to minimize the overpopulation of unwanted dogs and cats in the Hill Country area by providing affordable spay/neuter and preventive care services to the community.
HCAL believes that everybody, regardless of income deserves affordable and accessible care for their pet. This compassionate value is what drives HCAL to fulfill our mission and insure that all pets are properly cared for in our community. We provide preventive care services to nonprofit rescue groups and to households that income qualify as we have a goal to provide all requested services to those in need. According to the Humane Society, there are an estimated 6-8 million homeless animals entering shelters every year and a dog or cat is euthanized every 11 seconds. Only about half of the animals found in shelters are adopted, the others, which were healthy and could have made great pets, were euthanized. The single most effective and permanent way to eliminate euthanasia due to overpopulation is through spay/neuter surgery. In 2014 HCAL performed 7522 spay/neuter surgeries and provided preventive care services for 1350 dogs and cats at our surgical clinic in Boerne. HCAL also supports Humane Education through a variety of settings including the spay/neuter clinic, thrift store and at outreach events. However, we believe our biggest contribution is through our internship programs. Under various programs, several students per semester from area high schools serve as interns at the clinic and
gain valuable knowledge and practical skills. The main source of funding for HCAL is our Thrift Store, which not only provides funding for our spay/neuter program, it also generates a valuable source of clothing, household goods and furniture at a reduced price. In 2014 the Thrift Store acquired a box truck for donation pick up services. Thanks to our generous donors the store had record sales, which enabled the organization to provide free spay/ neuter surgeries for dogs and cats adopted from the Kendall County Shelter and the City of Boerne Animal Care Services. Also in this past year, HCAL received grant funding from PetSmart Charities to provide free spay/neuter surgeries for cats residing in the City of Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch. Because HCAL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization we rely on donations from our community and, on occasion, we have a grant awarded through applications to various foundations. We cannot continue our mission without the help of those that care! Please consider a monetary donation and/or donations of gently used items to our Thrift Store. HCAL’s Clinic is open for surgeries Monday -Thursday. Please call ahead to set up an appointment at (830) 249-2341. Item donations are accepted at the Thrift Store Monday – Saturday 10am – 3pm at the side door facing Sonic. For donation pick up service call (830) 249-2341. For more information please visit our website at www.hcaltx.org.
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Five years ago, when Sara Spreen and her husband Kent, owners of Woof Gang Bakery, finally decided they wanted a dog, they did extensive research on which breed would be right for them and settled on a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. When they finally met Charli, it was love at first sight. It then came time for Charli to learn how to behave herself, so Sara enrolled Charli in a puppy class, and that is where they met Finn and his puppy-mama Teri. Teri Wilson is a local romance writer with her 4th Harlequin Love Inspired book due out next month, and loves to incorporate dogs into her stories. So naturally, when she won Finn in a silent auction (and being an especially handsome black and tan Cavalier), he was the perfect addition to her little pack. When Finn and Charli met in puppy class, they became fast friends. Through Finn and Charli, Sara and Teri also became very close friends. These days, Charli and Finn spend their times lounging about and “helping” their puppy-mamas work. Charli is the ever-so-fearsome guard dog at Woof Gang Bakery, and Finn is inspiration for some of the furry four-legged characters in Teri’s books. Now, all their hard work has paid off , and they are on the cover of Texas Dogs & Cats magazine.
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POISON HOTLINE ASPCA ANIMAL POISON CONTROL CENTER 888-426-4435 • aspca.org/apcc
PET FRIENDLY HOTELS OMNI SAN ANTONIO HOTEL AT THE COLONNADE 9821 Colonnade Blvd. San Antonio, TX 78230 (210) 691-8888 • Omnihotels.com
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Your pet’s grooming requirements may be more complicated than wash and wear. There are many different coat types and textures. Whether your pet’s coat is smooth, curly or silky, short, medium or long, thin, standard or double will determine how you need to maintain it. Schedule a pre groom consultation and let a professional educate you on the proper tools and techniques for your dog. Having the proper supplies for your pet’s individual needs will allow them to become comfortable with them at home as well as a professional grooming salon. When you work with your pet at home, take a one-step-at-a-time approach. Your most valuable tools will be patience and praise along with a treat or two as a reward. Start by handling your dog in ways similar to the way the groomer will handle them. Try brushing their coat with the palm of your hand and massaging sensitive areas like feet, ears and face. Once they’re comfortable, you can start slowly introducing elements like brushes, nail clippers, running water and blow dryers. Let them see the tools and smell them during a couple of short sessions. When the tools have become somewhat familiar to them, begin touching them to the pet without actually using them. As they become accustomed to their touch, you can slowly start using them, gradually increasing the duration of each session. Your pet will be ready for their first official visit after they’ve completed their puppy vaccinations. 20
When it’s time for the big day there are steps you can take to help build confidence and trust in a new situation. Try to schedule the appointment on a slower day - a busy Saturday might present an overwhelming situation. If you have been incorporating treats in your at sessions at home feel free to pack a few of the same treats for the groomer to use. Pick them up as soon as they’re ready to go so they don’t have to spend the day in place that’s unfamiliar. Finally, to continue the path of building confidence and trust try to request the same groomer for each appointment. They will be able to give you feedback on your pet’s behavior during grooming and any at home maintenance that may be necessary. When owners and groomers work together, it is possible to create an environment in which your puppy can enjoy each spa experience. Rachel Georges has over 21 years of experience in the pet grooming industry. She is the salon manager at the Palms Pet Resort & Spa, where she provides the same care for her clients as she does her own dog, Lilly.
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You want to be the best pet owner you can be. You take her to her kitten exam with the vet and get her first set of shots. And even her second. You get her flea medicine and buy the best cat food. But when the vet says, “have you considered getting her spayed?” You look down at those huge golden eyes and say “Not yet, doc. She’s still so little. She’s only 9 weeks old and we’ve got lots of time. Besides, she’s an INDOOR cat.” You beam with pride since you are such a great pet owner. The outside world is a dangerous place, and nothing is too good for your little Princess. “We’ll plan it later.” But one evening, only two months later, when you are studying for a big test (or helping your child study) your princess is ALL in your space. She is noisy and obnoxious and literally will NOT leave you alone. You try putting her out of the room but she screams at the top of her lungs and picks at your carpet. Since when did she act like this???? Everyone goes to bed and she is still howling at the doors. No one is getting any sleep and you are just sure there will be some serious, serious repercussions if this noise does not stop! So you do the unthinkable, and just for tonight, for one night, you put her out on the back porch. 62 days later, 4 beautiful little wiggly creatures are born. Kittens. And you groan inside, as you prepare to shoulder the burden of finding these little beings loving homes and making sure they are healthy. Who knew cats were so good at reproduction?! The scenario above is one that is repeated over and over in the land of cats. While we tend to consider cats as predators (they do eat many animals smaller than
themselves) their overall behavior is largely that of prey, including in their over-zealous reproductive efficiency. While rabbits and mice are largely joked about their fecundity, cats should share the mirth. It is largely publicized, for instance, that a single mother cat like the one discussed above, if left unchecked, could be the successful ancestor of between 5 and 10 thousand kittens in less than 5yrs. The number range is so large because obviously there are no controlled studies allowing this to happen (that’s a lot of kittens!) But the math is obviously exponential. Cats are great at multiplication. No wonder there are so many running on the streets! So how do we prevent these numbers? There are two ways that humans try to control the overpopulation of cats in urban areas, a topic which can be very controversial. The first, not at all popular among the animal welfare sect, is trap and disposal. Whether through relocation or euthanasia, the idea of this method is to become a “predator” and help to rid the streets of unwanted cats. From a purely numbers standpoint it seems worthy, simple subtraction right? But cats don’t do addition, they do multiplication. From an environmental population standpoint, when a gap is created in the “kitty society” and a territory is vacated, instead of leaving that gap, reproduction efforts increase and often more than one cat steps in to fill the gap creating MORE cats instead of less! YIKES! Thus creating a very good argument for method number 2, Trap Neuter and Release! TNR, for short, is a method by which people can humanely trap street cats, take them to a local veterinarian for spay or neuter surgery and then return them back to that animal’s spot in kitty society. No gap is left
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for others to fight to fill. The neutered animal is more peaceful, less likely to participate in reproductive sparring (a lead cause of the spread of contagious disease among cats) AND most importantly NOT participating in Kitty MATH! So how do you help? Even if you are not prepared to jump in the deep end and become a Trapper, there are ways to help.
female cat only grant, which occurs through select providers in the month of February. 3. Encourage your friends and neighbors to get their cats spayed and neutered too. The feral cat community is struggling to get the cats who truly do not have owners under control. The least we can do is make sure they are not also struggling with those who have owners.
Though Kitty Math seems insurmountable, remember 1. Make sure that your house cats are spayed and it’s a simple game of arithmetic. When one Princess neutered. Remember cats can start reproducing as from our story above can be responsible for 5,000 babies, early as 4 months of age. Even if you are a dedicated removing her from the equation can mean 5,000 less on indoor only cat keeper, remember that cats can escape, especially during heat when they seem to lose the streets. Let’s play this game one kitty at a time! their mind. 2. Look for opportunities in the Dr. Courtney Bridgeman community for low cost spay attended Texas A&M school of and neuter for community cats. Veterinary Medicine (‘07) as well If you have a stray cat that as College of Animal Sciences seems to belong to nobody (‘02). She joined the San Antonio and eats at everybody’s feeder, Humane Society as their first make an effort to get those full-time veterinarian 5 years ago guys spayed and neutered too. and has worked to create a healthy Grants are often available in and happy environment for all large cities that make spay the animals there. Dr. Bridgeman and neuter lower priced. For enjoys her small ranch of race bred instance, PetSmart Charities DR. COURTNEY H. BRIDGEMAN, CHIEF Quarter Horses and raising her provides grants to San Antonio 2yr old twin daughters, Evellyn VETERINARIAN FOR SAN ANTONIO HUMANE SOCIETY, AND FRIEND animals like “Beat the Heat”, a and Jaedyn. {February 2015}
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Dental disease is almost always the cause of this problem, and it is one of the most common maladies affecting our canine friends. It has been reported that up to 85% of pets have some type of dental disease by the age of 3 years. That’s an amazing number and one that should cause us all to be more proactive. You see, dental disease begins in our canine friends just as it does with us, with the buildup of plaque, a soft material that collects on the teeth. Through brushing and flossing routinely, we are able to slow-but not stop-this buildup. Our canine friends are less diligent in their efforts to maintain their dazzling smiles, however so the dental disease progresses. The plaque mineralizes to become calculus, which starts a series of events that leads to periodontal disease, including bacterial infection, gum disease and bone loss. Bad breath is often the first indication of a dental problem, but there are other symptoms we should watch for, such as excessive drooling or bleeding from the mouth. Many times, we see a reluctance to eat or play with chew toys as a result of oral pain. If their teeth were positioned on top of their head where they were more visible, we would notice things much sooner, but because we don’t readily see them, things can progress to a serious point before we notice. What do we do now? Management depends on how far things have progressed before we become aware, but it’s never too late for us to make a difference in our pet’s quality of life. In the early stages, preventive measures such as brushing, dental rinses, and dental treats can all help slow the progression, and your veterinarian can help direct you both in 32
techniques and effective products. Once periodontal disease has begun however, professional cleaning will likely be needed to gain the upper hand. This is a medical procedure requiring anesthesia and is not be confused with a non-sedation, cosmetic cleaning which does nothing to address periodontal disease. Your veterinarian will gladly discuss the pros and cons of dental cleaning with you so that you can make a well informed decision on how best to manage the problem. If an anesthetic is required, your veterinarian should be able to reassure you by outlining the procedure and the safeguards taken to ensure a beneficial outcome. The goal is to manage dental disease in the most effective way possible, then do all that we can to keep the problem from coming back. Bad breath is the symptom, but if we pay attention, we can improve the quality of our pet’s lives for years to come. Dr. Pat Mims received his DVM degree from Texas A&M University (’81) and has been practicing in the Leon Springs area for over 30 years, both as a practice owner and as a Medical Director for a multi-doctor hospital. He has started MobileCare Veterinary Clinic, a full service house call practice providing complete care, including x-ray, surgery and dental procedures, as well as routine wellness care.
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Toby, who unfortunately got zero kitty grace in his DNA, opted to stay closer to the ground. He searched out a small cupboard in which to make his safe-place. Whether you acquire your pets from a rescue situation, a breeder or a pet store, they have the same needs: first, a safe home and then adventure to keep them active. You may already have a home with a fence for your dogs but sometimes we forget about our cats. They are domesticated animals, too, albeit very proud at times; even when we see them WWW.HABITATHAVEN.COM sleeping for hours on end, they do love a good play time. If you have rescued an outdoor kitty who misses going outside because it is not safe to do so, think of a catio (others call them catteries). This is an enclosed outdoor cage attached to your home and accessed through a simple cat door in a plexi-glass window frame (see above). These cats also love a good tree stump inside for scratching and cat grass to make them feel at home. If you have a small dog and large owls in the night sky, an enclosed outdoor cage is also a perfect answer. Should your brood of pets be on the larger side and heavy on cats, consider adventure options close to the ceiling. Cat trees are wonderful for giving your kitties a place of elevation and safety but why not a stairstep of 34
shelves into their own little cat cave heaven? Bev Oakes (you may know her as “Junior’s Mom”) has a great system of stairsteps and a passageway through the wall onto the top of her kitchen cabinets (see left). Similarly, if you have tall ceilings in a pantry, try installing wall shelves, a simple passageway and false ceiling to make a perfect little kitty hideaway. Pets love their families if you give them time and attention regardless of how your home is designed. However, sometimes a little extra adventure keeps them out of trouble during your SOURCE – BEVERLY OAKS work hours (and keeps their weight down too). If you decide a serious home remodel is in order, call your friendly neighborhood mortgage lender (me!). Oh, and I’m happy to report that Sally found a furrever home; she snuggles into my husband’s coat every night. Juli Coen, Vice President, Sr. Loan Off icer & Military specialist with Iberiabank Mortgage in San Antonio TX. Juli and her husband Mark have been rescue parents for 22+ years.
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I ask you to think about this: Have you ever had your meal stolen by your pet? I have been asked this on many occasions and two memories immediately come to mind. The first is when my soon to be 4 year old Pembroke Welsh Corgi mix, Beefy, stole half of the sandwich I had been looking forward to all day. As I’m scolding him, he gives me that look. Everyone knows that look. So of course he suckered me into letting him enjoy a tiny bit of the half he stole. The second is when my senior Dachshund, Chihuahua mix, Duke, pulled a very impressive tactical diversion to steal my boyfriend’s slice of pizza. Duke positioned himself perfectly, distracted my boyfriend, and ended up walking off with a delicious slice of pizza. It’s a story so infamous my boyfriend still brings it up! Even though in the moment both of these occurrences weren’t too amusing, looking back and remembering their silly faces make up for their bad behavior. And at the end of the day, I think about how lucky I am to have them as a part of our family. Before I had the honor of being their mom, Beefy and Duke’s future looked bleak. Beefy was brought into the San Antonio Humane Society by a good samaritan who found him roaming the streets of SA. His nails were completely overgrown and he had a bit of hair loss, but his temperament was wonderful. About 5 ½ years ago, Duke was abandoned at the front door of the SAHS. He was very frightened by anyone that got close to him, yet as soon as we saw one another I immediately fell in love with him and I realized that he just chose me. That afternoon, I adopted Duke and that evening I 36
literally took my work home with me. I am happy to say that six years later Duke is without a doubt our little man of the house, some even say our king of the house. Beefy was a little different, as I fostered him before officially adopting him. (While fostering a pet with the San Antonio Humane Society, everything is provided. And I mean everything – food, beds, blankets, towels, medication, litter, toys, etc. This makes fostering fun, inexpensive, and absolutely amazing and rewarding.) Fast forward about 1 year later, instead of roaming the streets confused and hungry, Beefy now has 2 brothers, 1 sister, and a family who adores him. He is without a doubt spoiled, well fed, and makes his presence known by speaking his mind any chance he gets – it’s pretty cute and quite hilarious. In honor of Valentine’s Day, the SAHS would love for you to share photos of your pets in their festive outfits that we will feature on our official Facebook page (@sahumane)! You can do so by either sending them to website@SAhumane.org or in a private Facebook message. Love your pets, because they love you! Felicia Niño is the Communication Associate for the San Antonio Humane Society. She has been with the SAHS for over 5 years and absolutely loves spending time with her 2 Dachshund Chihuahua mixes, Browny and Duke, and 2 Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Sherlock and Brutus Beefcake “Beefy”, all SAHS Alumni.
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Q: I have 2 large male, neutered, American shorthair cats. I recently noticed a brown speck in the right eye of my eldest cat who is 8 years old. I’ve not noticed any type of additional tearing or any discomfort he seems to have from it. I just didn’t want to have it go unchecked if there may be a medical concern or if this is a sign the body is trying to tell me about. —Thank You, Rick A: Black growths like the one you describe can be representative of iridial cyst or a benign accumulation of melanin, or a melanoma. When possible, your cat should be examined by your veterinarian.
Dr. Kirby graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M with a degree in Biomedical Science in 1979 and earned his DVM in 1984. Dr. Kirby has been the owner and director of Alamo Heights Pet Clinic since 1997. His veterinary interests are surgery, internal medicine, ultrasonography, and rehabilitation therapy. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine. Dr. Kirby treats dogs, cats, birds and exotics. Alamo Heights Pet Clinic: (210) 821-5544. Please email all questions for Dr. Kirby to Dana.texasdogsandcats@gmail.com.
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A: Most dogs need dentals around five years of age, but there are a few that need dentals earlier in life. Small breeds have a propensity for dental tartar and periodontal disease. Recently, an article in a veterinary journal about schnauzers addresses this problem. Blood work before dentals is recommended. There are times when finances do not allow this but as a general rule; blood work is a good thing to do. Results of pre-surgical blood tests will reveal the liver and kidney function and their ability to process the anesthetic drug. Dental prophylaxis for dogs and cats is very important in the prevention of further disease in other organs, i.e. heart and kidneys.
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he old black dog, gaunt from a chronic illness, wandered for six hours in the damp night chill, wondering where her house had gone. A workman had left the gate open, and when she went into the backyard around dusk, she couldn’t resist.
BY GLENDA WOLIN
She looked up and suddenly nothing was familiar. All she knew was that she was cold and she wanted to go home. She walked and walked, but her house didn’t come into sight. Her family was frantic. They had realized she was gone about an hour after the workman left. They figured she wouldn’t go far. For the next few hours, they alternately drove and walked around the neighborhood and nervously waited by the front door, but she didn’t return. Her phone number was stitched into her collar, so they knew if someone picked her up they’d get a call -- but the phone didn’t ring. She was microchipped, but it would be a day or two before a shelter or vet could track them down. And they didn’t know if she could survive the cold night. The hours passed tensely, slowly. The family emailed the neighborhood association and learned she had been spotted early, but she had kept her distance. Finally, around 11 p.m., a text message came. A young man had rescued her as she tried to cross a busy thoroughfare a half-mile away. After drying tears of joy, her family picked her up. Dogs live in the moment, so while her hours on the street are behind her, her family -- my husband and I -- are still shaken. We’ve done all the right things and still this happens. I see far too many dogs that aren’t so lucky at the shelter where I volunteer. We are grateful to the man who saved Chalupa, and we can’t stop thinking about his kindness. I can’t say this is a lesson learned, but it is a lesson reinforced: Please, please keep identification on your pets at all times, and get them microchipped. Shelters, rescues and spay/neuter groups offer free or low-cost microchipping. Check with them for details. 38
As many strays as I see, I have never put myself so completely in one’s place and felt the bewilderment, the loneliness, the awful emptiness of a lost dog looking for something familiar. I never want to feel that again. I wish no one else, and no other dog, would ever have to feel it. RESOURCES FIRST, If you find a pet, scan the pet for a microchip. Local vets & Petsmart will scan them for free. In case you lose a pet or find a pet, there are several resources on Facebook. Here are a few: Spotting Spot, Lost Dogs of Texas, Stone Oak Lost & Found Pets, Lost dogs of Texas and NY, San Antonio Lost Pets, West TX Fertilizer Plant Disaster Lost & Found Pets, Comal County lost and found dogs and there are others. You can also check City of San Antonio Animal Care Services page, or San Antonio Pets Alive. www.aapaw.org/resources/lost-and-found-pets. html - (Alamo Area Partners for Animal Welfare) Petfinder.com & Craigslist.org Newspaper want ads -- post a “lost dog” ad. See Rescue Organizations and Non-Profits of San Antonio, Page 12. Glenda has been retired for two years from the San Antonio Express-News, where she worked for 10 years, most recently as an assistant city editor. She and her husband have three dogs, but she has had as many as five dogs and three cats (not including the time she bred her golden retriever, who gave birth to 11 puppies). For 7 years she lived on a ranch in Blanco and had several pet Longhorns and two ponies. Her daughter, who inherited her love of animals, is a vet tech in Austin.
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ental health and oral hygiene in our four legged friends is just as important of a preventative health care measure as having yearly vaccines and monthly heartworm prevention. Just like in humans, progressive accumulation of dental tartar leads to bad breath, gingivitis and periodontal disease, which in part can further serious health implications on several organ systems including the heart, liver and kidneys. Bacteria will become trapped in, and behind, the tartar on the teeth where it is constantly filtered out in the bloodstream.
BY DR. CHRISTOPHER TRUST, ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN AT PERRIN-410 ANIMAL HOSPITAL
The most severe consequences seen in veterinary medicine as a result of advanced dental disease include: 1.) tooth root abscesses, 2.) infection and inflammation of heart valves, and 3.) kidney and liver inflammation as a result of infection in the blood. As part of yearly wellness exams, the doctor will look at your pet’s teeth and grade them from a grade 0 to a grade 4. Scores of grade 0 to grade 1 usually mean we will keep an eye on the progress of tartar and gum inflammation and monitor it through the next visit. Some proactive clients choose to start cleanings at this time as a preventative measure. By the time a score of a grade 2 is met, a dental cleaning should be performed. The more severe scores of grades 3 and 4 will usually necessitate more time for the procedure and may require tooth extractions, which will result in a higher cost of the procedure for the pet owner. We advocate for preventative dental care to keep your pet from enduring difficult health issues and distress, and to keep you from incurring additional expenses. When discussing the actual procedure to clean a pet’s teeth, the main reason we find for lack of participation is the fear of anesthesia. When used correctly, anesthesia is perfectly safe and allows us to properly clean the pet’s teeth. Before the procedure, mainstream veterinary practices include a thorough physical examination, pre-anesthetic blood work, and sometimes pre-anesthetic x-rays before anesthetizing your pet. Pet parents should make sure these measures are taken and it is deemed safe to perform the procedure. The main goal is to keep 44
anesthetic times short, which is why performing dental procedures before they advance to a grade of 3 or 4 is highly recommended. Although we as veterinarians routinely perform, with good results, longer dental procedures, including tooth extractions or oral surgery; it is really in your pet’s best interest to catch dental disease early. Although dental disease can occur in any cat or dog, we find that pets who eat softer foods and ones who will not chew on harder treats are more predisposed to advanced dental disease. Despite some owner’s best at-home efforts, pets require routine cleanings, sometimes with the frequency of 2 times a year in order to keep the bacteria at bay. Remember to talk to your veterinarian about dental care the next time you go for a visit, or schedule a special visit. You won’t regret it.. Dr. Christopher Trust is an associate veterinarian at Perrin-410 Animal Hospital. Originally from Barnegat, New Jersey, he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey (‘07), and proceeded on to Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine for his DVM (’12). He attended his clinical year medicine and surgical rotations at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. After practicing small animal medicine in New Jersey for 2 years and developing his skills in veterinary ultrasonography he moved to San Antonio 5 months ago and has become an integral part of the Perrin-410 team.
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Over 85% of adult dogs and cats have some form of periodontal disease.
Chronic oral infections can spread harmful bacteria to the bloodstream and infect the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys.
3 Steps for Easy Pet Dental Care Follow the link below and learn how to provide easy dental care for your pet and keep him or her from becoming one of the statistics. Prevention is easy and can save your pet’s life,
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