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its AniMeals Program, an extension of its Meals on Wheels program for pets. This grant will be used to buy pet food or cover direct expenses for pet food distribution efforts. “With this grant and support from area businesses such as Hometown Veterinarians of Fairfield, Shaw’s Supermarket in Waterville and Pine Tree Veterinary of Augusta,
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only one of those options. Thanks to a new grant awarded by the Banfield Charitable Trust, the Central Maine Area Agency on Aging announced that homebound seniors who need food for their dogs and cats will continue to get it. Spectrum Generations Cohen Center in Hallowell, the Muskie Center in Waterville and the Southern Midcoast Center in Topsham will share the $3,700 grant money for
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Introducing our "Top Dog" Bentley, a 3-4 yr old American Bulldog who suffered from an untreated ear infection so severe that his ears were fused inside. Post-surgery in a wonderful foster home with other dogs, Bentley has become Mr. Personality – sometimes goofy, always exuberant and affectionate. He is crate trained and ready for a family who will shower him with attention – so sociable that he can go anywhere. Bentley needs owners who understand and adore the American Bulldog breed and are able to provide him with lifelong preventative care. FMI about this very special boy, call 454-7662, email pawscalais@yahoo. com or visit www.paws-calais.com.
PAWS Brave Hearts, a small volunteer no/kill animal rescue and education center, and Top Dog Bentley needs your support! As the economic woes of the rest of the nation took hold in Washington County, the demand for PAWS services tripled and the animals in transitional care were far more likely to be abandoned and in need of urgent
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medical care than in the past. PAWS is seeking donations to defray costs associated with one dog’s rescue that has depleted funds for many others in need. Bentley’s new life began when he successfully dodged cars and trucks until help arrived at a rest area on Route 1 in Calais. At first blush, this frightened young dog with an endearing smile seemed lucky. A volunteer from PAWS happened to be taking that route home. Bentley wasn’t run over. He wasn’t suffering from malnourishment or dehydration like so many cats and dogs left to fend for themselves. That quick optimistic assessment was unfortunately proven untrue. While being examined Bentley screeched in pain and frantically scratched at his ears. Bentley’s skin was very irritated – allergies perhaps – but the condition of his ears suggested that this had gone on for years. Both ears had fused together inside, preventing his first veterinarian from administering any care. His specialist characterized the condition as the worst ear infection case he had dealt with to date. This young dog had not known life without excruciating pain, but to the amazement of everyone who met Bentley, he was charming and friendly. He wanted to play – but it hurt too much. Bentley was lucky after all. Once he was in PAWS care, he was loved, cared for and comforted. His compassionate veterinarian performed laser surgery in both ears and following intensive post-surgical care his ears recovered beautifully. He did not lose his hearing. No longer in pain, Bentley became the lively and affectionate dog he has always wanted to be. Now the organization needs your help. Despite the generosity of his surgeon, who provided a substantial discount for these critical services, his procedures and aftercare cost nearly $2000. This cost would have been significant for any rescue, but for PAWS Brave Hearts it has created a deficit in the organization’s Blue Fund for urgent medical care required by many animals at the center. In just the past several months, for example, PAWS has provided urgent care for a juvenile feline with a dislocated shoulder for so long that her leg may need to be amputated, for two lovely pit bulls who were found roaming malnourished and in need of immediate care, for a feline with a gaping wound from a previous surgery and for an emaciated terrier with her hair matted tight to her body. This urgent care is in addition to significant, ongoing medical care for chronic conditions or neglected basic care that is provided to all animals found wandering the streets or desperately seeking help from inside abandoned homes. Each animal
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The Madeline M. King/Constance K. Barnes Scholarship program of the Waldo County Humane Society offers two $1,000 scholarships to Waldo County graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates pursuing further education in veterinary science or an animal welfare related field.
Students interested in obtaining a Scholarship application may contact their high school guidance office, e-mail vrh@hughes.net of write to the Waldo County Humane Society, P. O. Box 479, Belfast, Maine 04915. Applications should be returned to the Waldo County Humane Society by April 30, 2012.
"Puppy Love" at The Animal House
DAMARISCOTTA— Puppy Love: A Rescue Event to Benefit LCAS & Catahoula Rescue, will be hosted at The Animal House on Saturday, February 9th, between 11am-2pm. Featured at the event will be "Puppy Love" keepsake photos, a dog cookie bake sale, free samples and plenty of adoptable dogs looking for homes. All proceeds will go to benefit the Lincoln County Animal Shelter and Catahoula Rescue, Inc of New England. Catahoula Rescue will also be hosting a raffle. Photography for "Puppy Love" will be provided by Wagmatic Studios - children are welcome. The cost for a photo with your favorite four-legged friend, including a frame, is $10 each. Upcoming events at The Animal House also include a Rescue Me! Adoption Day to benefit CT Underhound Railroad on Sat., February 23, and a Pet First Aid/CPR class on Sunday, March 24th. The Lincoln County Animal Shelter
is located on Atlantic Highway in Edgecomb. To learn more about the animals for adoption, visit their website: www. lcas.me or call: 207.882.9677. Catahoula Rescue, Inc. of New England is a volunteer-based rescue group, based in Warren, Maine. For more information about this unique breed, and to see some of the dogs available for adoption, please visit: www.catahoularescue. com. The Animal House & SUDS! Grooming, located at 15 Coastal Marketplace in Damariscotta, is an award-winning business and features healthy food and supplies for dogs, cats and other companion animals. They host several rescue fundraising events, including 12 Woofs of Christmas, The Fur Ball and Woofstock. For more information about The Animal House & SUDS! Grooming, please visit their website: www.theanimalhouse.net or call: 207.563.5595.
DAMARISCOTTA, The Animal House in Damariscotta has recently expanded their delivery service to include the Portland area. Their service area will now go from Portland to Thomaston, and includes the Boothbay and Bath/ Brunswick regions. There is no delivery charge, but there are order minimums based on the service area. The deliveries to Portland will be included on the Tuesday route, which includes Bath, Brunswick, Wiscasset, Harpswell, Georgetown, Freeport and surrounding communities. The Animal House began their delivery service three years ago, as their clientele grew to include people who traveled long distances to find their
specialty products. The Animal House & SUDS! Grooming is an award-winning pet supply store featuring over 47 brands of healthy food for dogs and cats. The food lines are free of by-products, artificial colors or preservatives and wheat, corn and soy. The Animal House has the largest selection of remedies, homeopathy and supplements in the state and specializes in nutrition for companion animals, including pocket pets and small animals. To place an order and be included on the route, please call The Animal House: 207.563.5595 or visit their website: www.theanimalhouse.net.
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Brrrrrrr! Rex is not liking this cold weather. Only because I really didn't want to go for walks when it was below 0. Now that it's warmed up a bit we are back out every day! It's time again to vote for your favorite dog business; Veterinarian, Groomer, Trainer, Pet Store, Maine-made Pet Product, Daycare/Boarding Center, Rescue or Shelter, & Pet-Friendly Lodging. Please fill out the Official ballot on page 1 and send it in to cast your vote! I’m planning on getting Bobby Silcott to come to the Thomaston/Rockland area to teach a CPR/First Aid class for dog owners. I am hoping that it will be in March. Please see updates on the DDN
website and facebook page. If you want a CPR/First Aid class for dog owners class in your area contact Bobby Silcott at www.mainepom.wix.com. Also in the works is a walk for 2milliondogs.com. I was inspired to get this walk going after
learning about the cause from the story I ran in the January paper. Cancer seems to touch almost everyone’s life in some way. These walks are to help find cures for humans and canines. If you want to help with the walk, please contact me. I want to thank Mr. Clarence Bennett for inspiring me to feature elderly people and their dogs in this issue. It led me to learn about the AniMeals program, which is a great resource for older people here in Maine. While I was talking with Mr. Bennett he said that he didn’t want to be called elderly. I get it, since I am going to be turning one of those zero birthdays this month. I sure don’t want to be called an old person...ever! Stay warm, Noreen
your dog to go over, around, under and through. Appropriately sized boxes for 'through'. A broom stick on blocks for a 'jump'. Milk jugs evenly spaced for 'around' or 'weave'. Have fun with it! Fetch - a good ol’ stand-by. Toss a ball from your seat on the couch or go out in the fenced yard for a more robust game. Balls, frisbees, sticks and other toys can all be used for fetch. You can also teach your dog to retrieve items on cue. Things like a tissue, the phone, your keys or a dropped pen can all be useful behaviors and will give your dog a job. Tug-o-war - This can be a great game as long as it is played with the proper rules. Dogs have great control over where their teeth are and how hard they use them (just as we do with our hands.) If your dog’s teeth touch your skin, the game ends (at least long enough to make a point.) Also, the toy is YOURS not the dog’s. You decide when the game starts and when it ends. When played with these rules, the game will not make your dog mean, but instead will give your dog a safe outlet for any pent up frustration. The dog should release their hold on the toy as soon as you tell them to do so. You can teach this by giving the verbal cue of “out” or “release” or “drop” (pick only one) and then offering the dog a treat or alternate toy. When the dog lets go of the tug toy, he gets the treat/ alternate toy and then the tug game resumes. Recall/Stay game - In this game, you can work on your dog’s stay cue
and the recall cue (the dog has to know these cues prior to the game.) Put your dog on a stay and walk away to whatever distance they are ready for and then call them as you run away. When they catch you, they get a reward (toy, treat, etc.) If the dog breaks the stay, it’s no reward and they have to get back into position in the stay to start over. This will help improve the dog’s response to both stay and come as long as the game is fun. Clean up your toys - If you have taught your dog to retrieve, you can teach him to clean up his toys! Having the dog return items to your hand to get a reward is easily converted to dropping the item in a basket (placed under your hands to start, then moved farther and farther away.) The dog gets rewarded anytime the item gets into the basket at first, gradually he’ll work toward picking up all of his toys before getting a reward. Laser lights - Many dogs are crazy about chasing a laser light dot. Just be sure you don’t shine it directly in the dog’s eyes or cause them to stop or turn too quickly or run down stairs too quickly. Work on socialization - Visit pet stores, training centers or any other location that allows dogs and let your dog visit with any willing member of his fan club. Dig it! - Hide treats or toys under a blanket or towel and let your dog figure out how to get them. Treadmill - Do you have a treadmill? Teach your dog to use it! Never attach the dog to the machine or leave them unsupervised.
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Table of Contents Bentely the Bull Dog ...................... 2 Furry Words ....................................... 4 Ask the Vet........................................... 4 I was Adopted at 83 ........................ 5 Shy Ann's Story ................................. 5 Kids Book Review, Saving Zasha .... 6 Basic Training Tips ........................... 6 Grooming 101.................................. 7 Baxter ................................................... 8 Dogs for Adoption .......................... 9 Calendar of Events...........................10 Business Directory .........................11
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Dr. Judith Herman Snow Ice Salt and Fido's Paws Q. My dog suffers terribly in the winter from the cold and snow when we are out walking. Is there anything I can do? A. Snow, ice, salt, and cold can keep you and your pooch indoors instead of going out for an enjoyable walk. Many dogs have trouble with the cold on their feet. When the temperature drops, my boy, Bryan, will start lifting one leg then the other until he has to sit. Not fun! The other big issue is when you walk down the street with road salt. The salt can cause inflammation and irritation between the toes and pads. Lastly, we have the snowballs that form on legs and feet. This all sounds awful but there are some products and practices that may help. One useful item is booties. There are several on the market from velcro boots to those with a strap that go over the back from one paw to the other. You need to train your dog for these because they feel funny to Fido. Once they get use to them, the rest is easy. The best place to find boots that work are the mushing sites on the internet. These folks have tested products out while working their dogs. You can ask a friend who does dog sledding what brands and websites they rely on. Besides protection from the cold
these boots protect the paws from salt and ice. Musher’s Secret is a salve that lasts longer than bag balm when walking. You rub it into the pads and between the toes to give a protective film. I find that I need to take it with me when snowshoeing and hiking. I reapply it when Bryan stops and starts licking his feet. There are different formulas out there, so a little experimentation may be needed. There is an herbal product that is made in Maine by herbalist, Joyce Belcher. Her company is Pet Wellness Blends. I haven’t used this product yet, but it has gotten some great reviews from my clients. Not only does it create a film to protect the feet it also contains several healing herbs that are very helpful. The easiest treatment for your dog’s feet is keeping toenails short. They are less likely to splinter and tear when short. The other good practice is to keep the fur between the toes and around the feet short. Not all dogs need this but for those who do this will reduce the build up of snow and ice. You don’t want to trim away too much fur or you will remove the protection the fur gives the foot. Trim any excess fur that sticks out between the pads. Do this by laying the scissors flat against the pads and cut. Remember to trim the fur around the outside of the paw too. Besides looking nice, the feet will attract less snow and ice build up. The salves and balms will stay on longer too. It won’t be long that we will be complaining about the bugs and heat, so enjoy the beautiful sunny days we are having. Stay warm! Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH Animal Wellness Center Augusta Maine officeawc@roadrunner.com www.mainehomeopathicvet.com
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Do You Get Another Dog? I talk to animals. It’s totally normal for me, and the most rewarding part is helping people understand what their animals have been trying to tell them. So many people in multi dog homes ask me if they should get another dog after one dog passes, and the answer is not always yes. We tend to assume that they feel sad and miss them, so naturally you should get them a new playmate. Lots of people even report that the remaining dog is acting sad, quiet and just not right. I receive even more calls from people who did get one right away and they can’t understand why their old dog is now acting funky. As many of you know, filling a void doesn’t always have the intended happy consequences. Here are some examples of what the dogs had to say when given a voice. Recently a couple said that one of their two dogs died of cancer. Petunia, the remaining terrier, seemed ok and they weren’t planning on getting her a friend. That is, until three days later when they saw one at a shelter and it then found a permanent spot in their home. They wanted to know what she thought of the new addition. Her first answer was, “What the heck were you thinking?” she said in a really loud voice with more than a hint of disgust. The owner laughed and validated that Petunia had been giving them a look that “sounded” a lot like that. By the end of the reading I had chatted with both dogs and the newbie said he’d be happy to be rehomed. He said that because he is so handsome it really wouldn’t take long for him to be adopted. Petunia assured them that she didn’t need anyone else to complete their family unit and that she’d play nice with him if he stayed, but they’d all be happier if he found a different place to live. They left with some options and found some comfort that the dogs were supportive of whatever decision they made.
Another woman called me because her dog just seemed so lonely after being the sole remaining one in the house. I asked if the dog was acting out or being destructive, and she said, “No. That’s the odd part. She is just so distant - it’s like she doesn’t even need me.” This was fascinating to me. The dog wanted her to know that it had to work so hard to take care of the others, a few of whom had big medical issues, that now it deserved to have some time for itself. The owner cried hearing this. She wanted to take care of this dog, but the dog was adamant that it loved its independence. It got let out when it went to the door, was happy wherever it was, didn’t need to play or go on walks, and wasn’t even fussy about food or feeding time. The owner assumed the dog was depressed and that she wasn’t doing enough to make her dog happy. The total opposite was true. The dog was thrilled! And the life lesson the dog was here to teach her is that while in the past everything had been a struggle, it doesn’t always have to be. This was a gift for her to receive and enjoy. When she asked if she should get another dog, her dog responded with a huge “ABSOLUTELY NOT! Weren’t you listening?!” If you are trying to decide if adding a dog to your family is a good idea, take some time to ask yourself this question. Is the current dog lonely? Or is it a quiet contentment you’re witnessing and are YOU feeling lonely? When you lose an animal it’s healthy to mourn. They come to teach us such remarkable lessons and heal our hearts in so many ways that it’s natural to assume getting another one to keep ourselves or our other pet's company is a great idea. But remember, timing is everything, and sometimes finding out what the whole family has to say can make it a much smoother process and give insight into what they all are really thinking. Sara Moore is a Reiki Master, Hypnotist, Psychic, and Animal Communicator. She is available for long distance readings, parties, and fundraising. More information and a full calendar of events can be found at www.enlightenedhorizons.com or contact Sara directly at furrywords@ downeastdognews.com.
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Shy Annʼs Story by Richard Procopio Imagine if you will for a moment, that you are a dog. The images that may come to mind are you running through a sunlit field chasing a rabbit or snuggled up lying in front of a warm and inviting fireplace as the snow gently falls outside. Imagine now, that you are a dog spending 18 hours a day in a six foot by four foot kennel at the Pope Memorial Humane Society. Imagine that you have been there for over a year. That is Shy Annʼs story. Shy Ann was found last January running in the street near Jessʼs Market in Rockland. She was not wearing a collar and no one in the neighborhood knew where she belonged. She was brought by the local animal control officer to the Humane Society where she was checked for a microchip to hopefully locate her owners. She had none. Often, dogs that are found running free and brought to the shelter are soon reunited with their owners in a day or two. Not so for Shy Ann. Shy Ann is a Pit Bull mix, a medium size dog weighing around 35 pounds. It was evident from the start that she had some training. She easily responds to the commands sit, lie down, and will gladly give you her paw if you say, "shake". She arrived at the Shelter in great shape and was very healthy. Shy Ann loves to go for walks and is actually quite good on a leash. It still remains a mystery why no one has ever come looking for her. The Pope Memorial Humane Society has a wonderful track record of placing homeless and unwanted dogs and other animals in their care to loving and caring homes. In fact, over 1,300 animals have been adopted out of the Shelter over the past year. The question arises then why hasnʼt
Shy Ann found a home? For good or bad, first impressions do count. Unfortunately if ones first encounter with Shy Ann is when she is in her kennel she will appear to be a very unfriendly dog. She will most likely bark and jump up on the kennel door and has even been known to growl a bit. This obviously does not make the best first impression if you are hoping to be adopted. But if your first encounter with her is outside of her kennel she is a different dog. She will wag her tail, lick your hand and gladly do her tricks if asked. Outside her kennel Shy Ann has never shown any aggression, is very, very friendly and appreciates any attention given to her. Why the difference? Some dogs that spend hours a day in a kennel develop Amy Wilton Photography what is known as barrierfrustration. Dogs get important information about other beings with their noses and close up interaction. A kennel can become a barrier to this interaction and can lead to extreme frustration. Shy Annʼs seemingly unfriendly behavior when she is in her kennel is simply her way of showing her frustration of not being able to investigate what she sees. Given a loving, caring home Shy Ann would make a great companion for someone. She is an intelligent, loving animal who only needs a chance. Imagine now, if you will, that she has found her forever home. I see her rolling on her back as happy as can be getting a belly rub and showing her appreciation by licking and kissing her owner. So I ask you to come to the Pope Memorial Humane Society and ask a staff member to bring out Shy Ann to meet you. You may just find your best friend. This is my best friend Phoebe. She LOVES the snow! And we LOVE reading the Downeast Dog News!
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February 2013
I Was Adopted At 83 by Clarence Bennett It is true! I was adopted (sort of) by a Dachshund in Seniors Loving Seniors pairing arranged through the Furever Dachshund Rescue (FDR), a Dachshund rescue non-profit in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. (www. fureverdachsundrescue.org). Let me back up a bit. I am 83 years of age and live in Belgrade Lakes, Maine. I have been widowed for three years and live alone in a lakeside work-i n-prog re ss with a son nearby. The residence was started in the early 1960's. At that time, my wife and I had three young children and a pet dachshund named Herman. In those days we lived near the village and bought the piece of lake property where I am writing these words. My wife Edna, and I would bring the children and Herman to the property and we would dream about what we would eventually build. I have fond memories of the children pretending Herman was a deer and they were stalking him in the woods. Quite a scenario, Herman as a deer was a very big stretch, but you get the picture. When we started building in 1964, we had a wood sign made with a carving of a dachshund and the words “Herman's Haven.” A recent replica of that sign presently marks my driveway. After my wife's passing in 2009 - we had been married for 56 years and by then there were eight progeny with three of them now in their 50's - Herman I and Herman II had come and gone. Now there was a monumental dilemma. While the son living nearby was helpful in many ways, there were too many daily hours alone. After all, my son Tom worked full time and had a life of his own. Television, reading, and occasional writings like this prompted the need for more. I needed a pet! There had been other pets along the way of all sizes but memories of the dachshunds lingered. In short, conditions seemed right for Herman III. But where to begin... First, I contacted the local animal shelters in search of a dachshund but, alas, no luck. With the bulldog determination inherent in the Bennetts - and dachshunds as well - one of my daughters went on-line. Soon she was communicating with individuals in California, Rhode
Island, Maine and all points in between. Once connections had been made with Furever Dachshund Rescue, my daughter Annie had a list of viable dachshund adoption opportunities with photos, ages, sizes, etc. (I am convinced Annie could have found Whitey Bulger in a week if the government had put her on the job). We decided on an older dog dumped outside a shelter on New Years Eve without any papers, history, contacts, etc. Nothing. Tr a g i c a l l y, had FDR not been alerted to Herman III's plight in a Tennessee shelter, he had already been scheduled to be put down. FDR placed him into a foster home where he was cared for on a temporary basis until we found him. The FDR p e o p l e transported the dog to my residence in Maine on April 21, 2012. It was truly a senior-tosenior adoption and has been a perfect fit. His age is estimated to be around 8 years although he belies that with his energy and strength. It must be said that Herman and I both have much to be thankful for. Furever Dachshund Rescue’s Seniors Loving Seniors adoption program has much to offer many lonely people. Furever Dachshund Rescue: www.fureverdachshundrescue.org FDR@fureverdachshundrescue.org “Seniors Loving Seniors is a way for those more experienced pet owners (age 60 and older) to find a loving senior furbaby to join their home.”
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more math when it comes to dog ownership. We have to ask ourselves some pretty tough questions. How old am I and how long might I live? How long is the dog likely to live? Can I afford the costs, shortand long-term, that are involved with caring for a dog? Do I have any upcoming trips, surgeries or other commitments that would affect the decision? Do I have a Back Up Team in place in case of illness or disability? Training Whatever size or age of the dog we get and no matter how many dogs we have had in the past, a good, positive-reinforcement based training class can be the best investment we can make when it comes to long-term success. If a puppy is being considered, , getting him properly socialized is like running a marathon – a lot of work is packed into a very short amount of time. Adopting an older dog means inheriting established habits, both good and bad. No matter what the match might be, we have to fully invest in dog ownership in order to benefit from it... and in order for the dog to benefit equally! Diana Logan, CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge-Assessed Pet Connection Dog Training, North Yarmouth, Maine http://www.petconnectionmaine.com 207-252-9352
by Andy Bird
Saving Zasha, by Randi Barrow
I'm a student at a middle school in Maine and I did this book review in the begining of this school year. If you are a student and want to submit a book review about a book you've read about dogs, please send it to my Mom at Noreen@ DowneastDogNews.com. Thank you, Happy reading! Andy The story takes place in Russia at the end of World War II at a farm house ten miles away from the nearest town. The main characters are Mikhail, the middle child and Zasha the German Shepherd. Nicolai is Mikhail’s older brother and Rina is Mikhail’s little sister. Mikhail’s father went to the war and doesn't come back until the end of the book. One of the main events is that
Mikhail found a man with a dog. The man died from an infection on his arm from a knife wound and his name was Peter. Mikhail’s family kept Zasha, the dog . During WWII all German breeds of dogs were illegal in Russia, so the family had to hide Zasha. Some thieves tried to steal Zasha. Thieves could get good money for dogs during that time. The family finds out that Zasha is going to have puppies. Mikhail is afraid because the puppies might make noise and someone would find them. He is also scared because his father hasn't come home yet. The problem is that Zasha must remain hidden or else she will die. At the end of the book dogs become legal in his town. When his father comes home he was scared of Zasha because of the war.
This was one of the best books I’ve read where I learned about dogs and the history of WWII. The author, Randi Barrow is an attorney and an amateur historian. She has also written books for adults. Saving Zasha is Randiʼs first childrens book. She loves dogs and she is older than I thought she was. She is married and her husbands name is Arthur. They don't have any children, but they have a Chihuahua mix named Manuel. She has also written a book,
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WHY get a dog? As animal lovers, we cannot imagine a home without a companion animal. There’s no denying it: well-adjusted by Diana Logan dogs are fantastic to live with! Adding a dog to the family means Retiring… and getting a dog! significant long-term responsibilities… A brief look at the ins and outs and energy.. and requires physical of older humans adding a canine abilities that tend to wane as we age. family member A Checklist You’re retired. You've been Answer this: "Why am I the perfect wanting a dog - and now you'll dog owner right now, and will have plenty of time to commit continue to be so for for the duration to one. Or maybe you have an of the dog’s life?" If a dog doesn't get elderly family member who what he needs in terms of diet and you think might benefit from exercise, training and socialization, his the companionship of a dog. Is well-being is compromised no matter adding a dog to the household If you SUSPECT dog fighting where his home is. An unsocialized pooch lacking the right thing to do? Maybe… anywhere maybe not.inLet's the USA there is manners aren’t features of the companion we were take a closer look… a wonderful group of people in hoping for, and things can go downhill quickly. (Mis)Perception vs. Reality Atlanta who will help investigate Ducks & Math It's hard to see the reality of dogdog ownership fightingwhen for you. They provide Before jumping into dog ownership, put all your our vision is clouded by potent Hollywood evidence images, to convict for the police ducks in a tidy row. Research, plan, ask questions, childhood memories and our own for expectations. FREE. They also offer a talk to as many people as you can. Call a few The reality of living with, managing$5,000 and caring for a for information reward dog trainers (find them at www.apdt.com) to get dog can prove to be challenging, even in thetobest leading anofarrest! Last year advice. Go to times. Getting a dog when we are in our 20s isn’ttothespeak to rescue local dog events and observe dogs. they went As we get up there in years, we have to start doing same as getting a dog when we’re in our 70s.
Finding Zasha which will come out on January 13th, just in time for my birthday! She lives in Los Angeles. Saving Zasha, in my opinion was an excellent book. It’s one of the first books I didn’t want to put down. I like the way the author writes and I can easily follow the story. I also liked the book because I like history and I like books about dogs. This book included both of those. I learned things I didn’t know, and understood things better after she explained them. I really liked the book and highly recommend it to anyone who likes books about history and dogs. I can’t wait to read the second book!
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Grooming 101 smells and sounds. Instead of being grabbed and held down, somebody starts by giving you a nice butt rub. They keep rubbing you and talking calmly until you relax. Then they lightly touch your feet. You are suspicious, but somebody offers you a treat. Score! Food! You pay less attention to the person touching your feet and more attention to the hand with the food. There is a faint clicking noise, but the soothing voice of the person covers the noise and you listen to their praise. Before you know it you are back on the floor and headed back to the car! That's just ONE technique that works for me. Some dogs aren't as distracted by food but respond to somebody rubbing their belly or tapping their nose and making funny noises. Some dogs are older and have joint pain, it's hardly humane to heave them up on a table and force them to balance on three feet. I let them lay down and have the owner rub their belly. For older dogs I often recommend asking their vet about doggy aspirin to give beforehand. A regular joint supplement can go a long way in making your senior dog more comfortable. Almost 100% of the time when I
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I cannot count the number of times someone has approached me and asked, "Do you groom Pitts?" Or Chows, or Shar Peis, or another breed that suffers from bad press. It irks me that so many groomers will turn dogs away without even meeting them. I always feel that at the very least you should meet the dog before you judge your ability to work with them. I routinely clip nails on Pitts whose owners inform me that it takes three vet techs piled on their dog to get the nails done. I can't begin to tell you everything wrong with THAT scenario. Just imagine you are scared and in a strange place FULL of chemical and fearful smells. Then suddenly you are being restrained, you don't know what's happening, you try to run but another stranger pins you down. Maybe they put something weird over your mouth. You hear a loud clipping noise and a tug on your feet. I bet you my bottom dollar that you'd be trying to escape any way possible! Now let's start that scene over again. You are walked into a grooming salon, still lots of strange
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by Phoebe Mendes have an aggressive dog come my way it is because they are really afraid. They are afraid that they are going to be hurt or abandoned or they are afraid that I might be a threat to their families. I can't always reassure a dog with a butt rub and a treat. Sometimes it’s better to have their owner stay. I generally ask that the most 'dominant' family member be the one to assist me. Things go a lot smoother with a maximum of two people working on a dog, it’s less crowded and the dog isn't constantly looking to see where both his people are. Visiting the salon a few times prior to the appointment can make the terrain seem less foreign and dangerous. Giving the dog a chance to explore the setting often alleviates the stress of being in alien territory. I like to limit those first few visits to under an hour. For puppies or very fearful dogs you can start with 15 or 30
minutes. As an owner you should only have the expectation that your dog is being acclimatized to the situation. I will ask owners, "What is ONE thing you want accomplished today?" Starting small gives your dog a chance to understand what is happening and reduces the chance that they will exceed their stress threshold. Having the appointment end on a positive note means that they will be less likely to be as scared the next time they come in and that's the goal: To make the next time that dog walks in the door a good experience. The point is that every dog is different and I have NEVER seen any dog respond positively to being restrained and grabbed. Just slapping a muzzle on them does NOTHING to make the experience any more pleasant or less stressful. It takes patience and in some cases a very long time, but I rarely find that a dog is completely past rehabilitation. Yes, there have been dogs that I couldn't work with. I coach their owners to keep looking. Just because a dog won't respond well to me doesn't mean that there isn't another groomer out there that their dog WILL be comfortable with. You are your dog's only advocate, make sure to inform yourself and never quit just because somebody says, "It can't be done."
Downeast Dog Scout—Raya In 2005 when Raya's first family found her to be too energetic for their busy life they looked to find her another home. Enter, present owner. Now what does a newly retired teacher and an eager four months old Golden Retriever puppy do? They hike, swim, play 'tennis' and join the Downeast Dog Scouts! Together with the scout troop, Raya and her owner have: been in holiday parades, gone letterboxing, delivered pet oxygen masks to fire departments, helped with the Island Dog Creative Writing Project, staffed the troop's information booths, participated in clean ups at Little Long Pond, taken part in a cub scout educational presentation, visited schools and libraries, and helped sponsor the Idita-Read teams at the Tremont School. What a life!
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AniMeals for Seniors' Pets homebound seniors receiving AniMeals are less likely to lose their pet due to the rising cost of food,” said Lynda Johnson, Nutrition and Volunteer Coordinator for the Cohen Center. “We now feed over 100 pets in our service area,” Ms. Johnson added, “giving two to three pounds of food to each one. We started the AniMeals program about nine years ago because we were concerned that homebound seniors were making choices about feeding themselves or feeding their pets. We wanted them to be able to keep the pet/s in the home, since often the animal is that person’s only source of companionship on any given day.” How do seniors in need get the food? “They call their local Spectrum Generations location and ask for the Meals on Wheels Program and AniMeals. There is no cost for the pet food, but there is a $4.00 donation asked for the pet owner’s meal. Volunteers package and deliver the pet food about twice a week along with their owners’ meals. A grateful beneficiary of this program is Cecil Kincaid of Hallowell. My dog Buddy is a little fella, not any particular breed, just a dog,” he says with a smile."Cecil has been getting Meals on Wheels, for quite awhile." And he says, “I like just about everything. Buddy likes his food, too.”
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Angela DeRosby, Assistant Nutrition and Volunteer Coordinator at the Muskie Center has firsthand experience with Waterville area seniors receiving pet food through AniMeals. “Our clients are so happy to have this program. A woman who had just lost her husband in December called and asked how to get Meals on Wheels for her dog. She was of course talking about AniMeals and had read about the program in the local free newspaper and wanted to try it out. This client loves her dog and it’s now her only companion since her husband has passed away. We know how essential it is for these seniors to hang on to their pets.” Until March 31, 2013, the Muskie Center is sponsoring a challenge to raise $1,000 for the Meals on Wheels program. Any donation will be matched to a level of 100% by the Good Shepherd Food Bank of Auburn. “Donations of money, unopened pet food, toys, grooming products are also appreciated,” says Lynda Johnson of the Cohen Center. “And let’s not forget the donation of time,” she adds. “We always need
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counties: Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Somerset and Sagadahoc. Check out www.spectrumgenerations.org The Banfield Charitable Trust (BCT) awards grants to Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) programs to fund or sustain pet food distribution programs across the country. To date, BCT has awarded more than $350,000 dollars in grant funding to support MOWAA pet food programs.www. banfieldcharitabletrust.org. 2-1-1 Maine is a comprehensive statewide directory of over 8,000 health and human services available in Maine. The toll-free 2-1-1 connects callers to trained call specialists who can help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There were over two dozen entries under “pets,” and many places that provide pet food without age or income requirements.
By Baxter
Snow Days
Winter, as I’ve said many times, is my time of year. The Great Dog gave me a heavy fur coat, a bushy tail and big padded feet. I’m made for cold and snow. I love to run in it, lie in it and stick my nose down in it chasing critters ‘til I’ve buried my head in. Humans? I don’t know. They claim to love their ‘winter sports.’ But while I’m sitting around slowly suffocating from the inferno they’ve built in the wood stove, they are hunting around looking for things to put on. Now granted, a human would not last long if he went out without his clothes – but while I’m dying of heat exhaustion, they are taking their time putting on pants and shirts on top of their pants and shirts! Then they put heavy socks over their feet, scarves around their necks, great hats on their heads and thick mittens on their paws. (I think they wear mittens to show off their thumbs – it’s the only thing that sticks out from them.) Then they realize they can’t find their boots and they start looking for them. At this point, JUST LET ME OUT!!! I’ll wait for you outside. I start barking until they relent and let me out. Thank dog. Now I’m outside. They’ve found their boots, but are they ready to go? No. Now they have to put boots on their boots! Yes. They put flat boot-things on their boots so they won’t sink in the snow., but this makes them clumsy, so what do they do? They add walking sticks – not one but two – to keep them upright while walking in boots on those flat things in the snow trying not to fall over. These beings are at the top of the evolutionary ladder? If dogs could laugh, I would. As it is, I just smile and wait for my humans to catch up. Chow, Baxter
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BENTLEY from page 2 Fund for urgent medical needs. As an all-volunteer enterprise, every dollar donated to PAWS goes directly to the transitional care of cats and dogs. In this case, every dollar donated will go directly to the Blue Fund. You can donate to this cause via PayPal at www.paws-calais.com or by mail sent to PAWS Brave Hearts, 368 South St, Calais, ME 04619. FMI about this fund or about Bentley, feel free to call 207-454-7662, email pawscalais@yahoo.com or visit petfinder.com.
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He is the sweetest little Japanese Chin boy. He is approximately and weighs just under 11 pounds. And he is about as handsome a boy as can be. For more information contact Puppy Love at 207-833-5199 or visit us at www.puppyloveme.org
Eddie was having some separation issues at first, but now that he is settling in and has a canine foster sibling he is doing much better! He is very attached to his humans will and jump a fence to get back to them. He would excel at agility! He needs an active family who will understand his needs for safety, exercise and a regular routine. Eddie is gorgeous, sweet, loyal and fun to be around and would do best in a home with another canine. Eddie loves other dogs, and is fine with cats, kids, and other pets. We do not have a physical location, but we are supported by a network of wonderful foster homes that are spread throughout New England. A dog will need to be visited by a prospective adopter in the foster home where they are feeling safe and comfortable. Thank you for considering rescue! To learn more about dogs and adoption through Lucky Pup Rescue, please visit our website, http://www. Sponsored by luckypuprescue.org. Anonymous Pet Lover
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He is a loving sweet old guy... and we adore him. At some point in time Deacon must have been someones dog as he knows basic commands and is a very well mannered guy. For more information call 207-833-5199 or visit www.puppyloveme.org.
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He is currently being fostered in Standish, Maine on a horse farm. Dylan lives with 3 other dogs, two cats, and 13 horses. The foster home has a 4 year old son, and Dylan LOVES the little boy. Dylan is a kind soul. He is housebroken, comes when called, walks great on a leash, and knows how to sit. He is a “velcro” dog and loves to be with people. Dylan will make a great family dog. FMI: Amanda Gervais <durginfarm@ hotmail.com, info@buddyupanimalsociety.org
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February C lendar For more information on the events below, go online to DowneastDogNews.com
Puppy Play Time
under the skin in the scruff of the neck. The cost is $25, and all proceeds benefit PMHSKC. There is no appointment necessary. In addition to the microchipping clinic, there will be fresh, homemade Chocolate Chip cookies and other goodies available for a donation to the PMHSKC. FMI:207-930-8100, heidi@loyalbiscuit.com
Wednesdays 7-8pm Saturdays 10-11 am Bangor Carden Kennels, 880 Ohio St. Come with your puppy and let them play in our indoor training building with other puppies of their age. We will provide lots of toys, treats, and fun! Best of all, puppy playgroup is FREE! This is for puppies between 8 and 20 weeks old. Please bring your puppies current vaccinations. Playgroup is held behind the kennel in our red training building. 941-2161, ccc4pets@gmail.com
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Sun., Feb. 3, 11:00 a.m 4 mile Great Pond Mountain Wildlands Loop Walk. Walkers will meet in Ellsworth. Check the Downeast Dog Scouts Facebook page FMI.
Puppy Love Forever Homes with Catahoula Rescue
Pippin is a rescue Westie who loves napping with his favorite Submitted by DDN Reader, Joanna Calderwood toy... They are inseparable .
Darmiscotta Sat., Feb. 9, 11:00am -2:00pm Join Catahoula Rescue and the Lincoln County Animal Shelter in honor of Valentine's Day! There will be adoptable dogs to see and visit , free samples, raffles and tons of great stuff! Plus we will be located in the Animal House which is a great pet store that specializing in healthy food and supplies for dogs, cats & small animals FMI: 207-273-1320 or sln2310@yahoo.com
Certified First Aid/CPR Courses for Pets and People Monday, Feb. 11, 4pm - 8pm Casco MSAD 61 & 72 Adult Education 1437 Poland Spring Road
Feb. 16, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m Bangor Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Ave. February 17, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Portland Pet Life, 91 Auburn St Please register in advance by calling 207-627-4291 or toll-free 888-825-4291. Fee: $60.00 Instructor: Bobby Silcott Includes book, DVD and American Red Cross lifetime certification, recognizeed worldwide. All proceeds benefit The
Is your dog a Lucky Dog? Send photos for the March Calendar to Noreen@DowneastDogNews.com Maine POM Project. The instructor is Bobby Silcott, Animal Control Officer for several towns in western Maine. He is on the Board of the Harvest Hills Animal Shelter and the Maine Federation of Humane Societies. Mr. Silcott founded The Maine POM (Pet Oxygen Mask) Project in 2009. He has been teaching Red Cross First Aid/CPR Courses since 2008. All proceeds from these courses will purchase POMs for Fire Department and Rescues all over Maine.
Cupids & Canines
Tues., Feb. 12, 7pm Portland Come out to Camp Bow Wow on Tuesday, February 12th to meet adoptable dogs from a wonderful local rescue! You might end up taking your true love home for Valentine's Day! Keep an eye on our facebook page for updates! FMI: portlandme@campbowwowusa.com
Catahoula Rescue Meet & Greet Mon., Feb. 11, 4pm - 8pm Rockland Pet Quarters 235 Camden Road Rockland. Come visit with Catahoula Rescue of New
England! Learn about the breed and meet our adoptable dogs! We will have our canine ambassadors on hand to greet you as well, as home made dog toys, treats and a raffle to support the rescue! 207-273-1320, sln2310@yahoo
Portland Children's Museum
Saturdays— 10:30 -11:30am Portland Join the Animal Welfare Society of West Kennebunk Humane Educator and a shelter pet for a hands-on program about animal care and handling. Meet some great animals and learn about Pet Care and Handling. The Children’s Museum is at 142 Free Street, Portland, Maine (207828-1234). FMI: 985-3244 x 117. or www.animalwelfaresociety.org
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Sat., Feb. 16, 10am -1pm Belfast The Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County will hold a micro-chipping event and bake sale at the Loyal Biscuit Co. Trained shelter staff will implant the tiny, rice-sized I.D., which is encoded with a unique number and implanted just
Sat., Feb. 16, 10am -1pm Belfast Loyal Biscuit Co, 1 Belmont Ave, Reny's Plaza. Join us in Belfast for a FREE sample day with a Stella & Chewy's rep! She can answer any questions you may have about raw and freeze-dried raw diets for your cats and dogs! Come see why this is one of Chuck's favorites!! FMI: 207-930-8100, heidi@loyalbiscuit.com
PINTS FOR PAWS!
Wed., Feb. 20, 5pm - 8pm Belfast Rollie's Bar & Grill and The Loyal Biscuit Co. are teaming up for a fun fundraiser for the P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center. Everyone is invited to stop into Rollie's for Pints for Paws, a social for animal lovers for the benefit of animals. The evening will feature entertainment by local musician Paddy Mills and raffle prizes from many areas businesses. For every pint of beer sold, Rollie's will donate $1 to P.A.W.S. FMI: 207-930-8100, heidi@loyalbiscuit.com
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